Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Hillcrest

"Venture north to La Jolla and check out Trilogy Sanctuary & Cafe. Beyond its culinary offerings, this wellness center features an indoor and outdoor yoga studio, spiritual counseling, a boho boutique, and more. In fact, there’s even an option to buy the Trilogy cookbook and re-create some of the hits in your kitchen back home."

"This is a bit of a trek for me, but I will make the drive just to eat here. This spot is on the rooftop of a building in La Jolla & it is just such a mellow spot to brunch. If you’re lucky, there may even be an aerial yoga class going on while you eat."

"Clayton's Coffee Shop, located in Coronado, CA, is a casual coffee shop and diner that serves up a variety of caffeinated beverages and an assortment of tasty eats. Fido is welcome to join you at outdoor tables after you order from their pet-friendly walk-up window. (Treats are even available for your pup!) Try a Mexican Mocha or a Chai Tea Latte while savoring a fresh donut or slice of homemade Granny Smith apple pie."

"Serving breakfast all day every day from 6:00 am – 10:00 pm, this coffee shop offers more than just great coffee. House specialties include many Mexican inspired dishes as well as traditional breakfast favorites. If you’ve got a large appetite, we recommend the Chicken Fried Steak Biscuit Sandwich served with a fried egg, country gravy and hashbrowns!"

"Serving the community of La Jolla since 2003, Brick & Bell Cafe bakes their Famous Scones and Pastries every morning in the cafe along with their Crazy Good Granola. They source their green coffee from all corners of the world, and they take great care in roasting their Colombian Coffee and European Espresso. With over 15 years of success in La Jolla, they look forward to serving you whether you are a local or visiting."

"Brick and Bell Café is a bustling spot full of people on the run who still want a good morning meal. This bakery and cafe is famous for its baked goods and deliciously fresh coffee. They’re especially well known for their scones; but their buttery croissants and hearty banana walnut bread are equally as delicious."

"Stroll up to this spot and feel the bustle before you even see it. This small cafe is always packed with loyal customers, reassuring you it’s going to be amazing. With the feel of a classic European cafe, you’ll hear regulars rattle off an order of a latte and a pastry."

"Founded in 2011, this coffee shop and bakery has several locations in San Diego county. Each location is different from the rest, giving coffee lovers a unique and wonderful experience. Some of the popular locations include the Little Italy bakery where all their baked goods are created and the Coast Highway location where coffee lovers can enjoy artistic roasts."

"Lofty Coffee is also a great place to go to in San Diego if you want to have good coffee!. This coffee shop focus on two things in sourcing their coffee. They try to find the coffee that is most delicious and that allows you to try out flavors from all around the world."

"While Kung Fu Tea is a growing national chain, don’t let that take away from the fact that they craft up some seriously excellent boba. Despite its widely acclaimed popularity and international reach, Kung Fu Tea keeps with providing traditional boba flavors for its customers. With flavors ranging from Pina Colada to Taro Root, you can rest easy that each order will be to the highest degree of quality and freshness."

"Freshly brewed tea every three hours and bubbles cooked in brown sugar every two hours, Kung-Fu tea will leave you feeling bobb-ly inside. Note that not all locations are listed. Visit their site for more information on COVID updates and which of the four locations is closest for your convenience."

"Specializes in made-to-order tea, milk & fruit-based beverages. Offers a wide selection of drink toppings including bubbles, beans, jellies & pudding."

"Right next door to North Park is a historic neighborhood with a mix of independently owned small businesses called South Park. Cafe Madeleine is a French cafe that is located right in the center of this charming neighborhood. They specialize in sweet and savory crepes and paninis, but we went for breakfast and had a healthy yogurt parfait, rose water latte, and almond croissant."

"Head over to Café Madeleine for some immaculate Parisian vibes and food. This quaint spot is the #1 spot for French food in the city. Your followers will think you are in Paris, but you’re actually in San Diego!"

"This is a French-inspired cafe located in both North Park and South Park. The outside of this cafe makes for one of the cutest coffee shops in San Diego. I personally like the South Park location."

"Bencotto means a meal "well done" or cooked perfectly in Italian. Voted Best Italian Restaurant by San Diego Magazine four years in a row, Bencotto puts a uniique spin on traditional Italian cuisine or regional specialties by offering dishes designed to share. The atmosphere is contemporary though mixed with the feel of an Old World kitchen."

"Bencotto Italian Kitchen offers traditional Italian cuisine and regional specialty dishes to share. Pasta is Bencotto’s signature dish and customers are free to order it al dente or cooked to their liking. Customers can also choose between eight different sauces for the pasta."

"4993 Niagara Ave San Diego, CA 92107http://www.obnoodlehouse.com/. OB Noodle House Bar 1502 was voted San Diego’s Best Asian Fusion Restaurants and for good reason!. It is one of two locations in Ocean Beach, but Bar 1502 has revamped the style and atmosphere."

"A family favorite in Coronado is always the Village Pizzeria (bayside location). Its a classic pizza joint with a gorgeous view of the bay. It is nestled in a cute shopping center and the pizza dough is made with imported New York water- yes for reals!!"

"Village Pizzeria has become home to family portions of quality Italian food with a fun, friendly environment. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 619-522-0449"

"SOL CAL Café was founded by Jacob Bell, a former NFL player, who said it was his passion to bring healthy, affordable options to the community. The colorful shop offers juices, smoothies, sandwiches, breakfast foods, bowls, and coffee drinks. While not a strictly vegetarian restaurant, many of the dishes are already vegetarian, and most items can be made vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free upon request."