Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in San Diego

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Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in San Diego

Trilogy Sanctuary
Trilogy Sanctuary
4.7 (287 ratings)
Rooftop cafe offering an organic, vegan, gluten-free menu, smoothies, boho-chic decor & ocean views.
Rooftop & Level 3, 7650 Girard Ave Suite 400, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Vegan restaurantBoutiqueCafeGluten-free restaurantHealth food restaurantOrganic restaurantRestaurantVegetarian restaurantWellness centerYoga studio
Mentioned by Oh My Veggies
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"Having a bite on the vividly decorated roof could inspire you to try one of the yoga classes offered inside. This rooftop café is one of the best vegetarian restaurants San Diego has to offer if you’re looking for breakfast or brunch. Trilogy is located on Girard Avenue, right in the heart of San Diego."
Mentioned by Fashionlush
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"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."
Mentioned by Fodor’s Travel
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"Perched on a rooftop in La Jolla, this cafe features mindful menu of bowls, tacos, and other creative entrées that are all 100% organic, vegan...Read More"
Cafe Gratitude San Diego
Cafe Gratitude San Diego
4.5 (1751 ratings)
A branch of the LA chain offering creative plant-based fare, juices, beer & wine in hip, clean digs.
1980 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Vegan restaurantBreakfast restaurantCafeCoffee shopHealth food restaurantJuice shopPastry shopRestaurantVegetarian restaurant
Clayton's Coffee Shop
Clayton's Coffee Shop
4.5 (1728 ratings)
Old-timey landmark serving up classic American meals, plus coffee, pie & jukebox tunes.
979 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
CafeBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurant
Mentioned by The Coronado Real Estate Team
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"An icon on the island, and decade after decade serves up all-American favorites. You can’t beat a weekend breakfast, happily entrenched in a café booth with your favorite tunes on the tabletop jukebox!!!. It feels like 1945 and everyone loves it."
Brick & Bell Cafe - La Jolla
Brick & Bell Cafe - La Jolla
4.5 (359 ratings)
Homey eatery with patio seating serving a selection of sandwiches, scones & coffees.
928 Silverado St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
CafeBreakfast restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by San Diego Tours - Food, Drink & History | So Diego Tours
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"This one is more of a café than a restaurant, but you can’t visit La Jolla Shores without a stop here. Whether it be for a coffee and pastry or a lunch order to-go for your day at Shores beach, it’s a great place for everyone. It’s a cute little spot with plenty of tables out front to sit and relax."
Mentioned by LaJolla.com
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"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."
Mentioned by San Diego Explorer
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"928 Silverado St, La Jolla, CA 92037(858) 551-0928Book Your Large Party Here$ | Fresh Cafe. What is better than fresh-baked pastries with a cup of coffee in the mid-morning?. Personally, it sounds like heaven to me."
Lofty Coffee Little Italy Cafe and Bakery
Lofty Coffee Little Italy Cafe and Bakery
4.5 (775 ratings)
Stylish coffee shop serving beverages crafted from locally roasted beans, plus pastries & cafe fare.
444 W Cedar St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
CafeBakeryBreakfast restaurantCoffee shopLunch restaurantTea house
Mentioned by Megan & Aram | Travel Blog
10 Best Cafes and Coffee Shops in San Diego, California
"If you’re spending a weekend in San Diego, a trip to Little Italy and its farmer’s market will probably be on your agenda. To get a boost of energy before you start browsing the market, head to Lofty Coffee for a nice breakfast. Oh yes, they serve some great pastries here if you want a real Italian breakfast, but they also have breakfast and lunch menus (all organic)."
Mentioned by Eleven Coffees
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"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."
Barnes & Noble
Barnes & Noble
4.6 (995 ratings)
Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.
Hazard Center, 7610 Hazard Center Dr #315, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
Book storeCafeChildrens book storeHobby storeToy store
Sharetea
Sharetea
4.6 (218 ratings)
5265 Linda Vista Road Reading / Stacks, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Bubble tea storeCafe
Crest Cafe
Crest Cafe
4.3 (974 ratings)
A neon exterior sets the cheery vibe at this late-night diner turning out American comfort classics.
425 Robinson Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
American restaurantCafeCatererDinerLunch restaurant
The Forum Coffee House
The Forum Coffee House
4.6 (499 ratings)
Trendy cafe serving a host of creative beverages alongside sweet & savory toasts in a mod space.
4340 Genesee Ave UNIT 110, San Diego, CA 92117, USA
Coffee shopCafe
Starbucks
Starbucks
4.2 (337 ratings)
Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites and WiFi availability.
789 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Coffee shopBreakfast restaurantCafeCoffee storeEspresso barInternet cafe
Mentioned by Marriott International
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
"Enjoy your favorite coffee house where people come to chat, meet up, or work. In addition to Starbuck’s classic selection of specialty hot & cold drinks, we offer an array of your favorite breakfast and other delectable treats. Open for breakfast and lunchDress code: CasualPhone: +1 619-234-1500"

Top Best Italian Restaurants in San Diego

Roma Mia
Roma Mia
4.5 (109 ratings)
825 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Italian restaurant
DiMille's Italian Restaurant
DiMille's Italian Restaurant
4.5 (695 ratings)
This casual Italian eatery has been serving pizza & pasta plus an extensive brunch since 1978.
3492 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA
Italian restaurantPizza restaurant
Piacere Mio
Piacere Mio
4.7 (862 ratings)
Diners dig into traditional Italian fare at these romantic locales with exposed wood beams & bricks.
1947 Fern St, San Diego, CA 92102, USA
Italian restaurantBar

Historic Sites in San Diego

Whaley House Museum
Whaley House Museum
4.4 (1295 ratings)4 (311 ratings)
Supposedly haunted, highlights are a spinet piano from "Gone with the Wind" & Lincoln's life mask.
2476 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
History museumSights & LandmarksHaunted houseHistorical landmarkMuseumNon-profit organizationHistoric SitesMysterious Sites
Mentioned by sealtours.com
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"Whether you enjoy spotting ghosts and apparitions or have an interest in historic places, the Whaley House is a definite tourist pleaser. The lovely brick two-story structure was built in 1857 by the original owner Thomas Whaley. Its historical significance lies in the many different roles the home played for the community."
Mentioned by San Diego 3 days itinerary
3 Days in San Diego Itinerary – What to See and Do
"Within Old Town don’t miss Casa de Estudillo, which is one of the few original buildings (many are reproductions), Whaley House and Museum, which is believed to be haunted and Junípero Serra Museum, literally the place where California began. You can get more information here."
Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church
Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church
5 (11 ratings)4 (2 ratings)
959 C Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
Presbyterian churchSights & LandmarksHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Mormon Battalion Historic Site
Mormon Battalion Historic Site
4.8 (1815 ratings)4.5 (959 ratings)
Interpretive center commemorating a group of Mormons in the Army during the Mexican-American War.
2510 Juan St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksHistorical societyReligious organizationTourist information centerHistoric Sites

Best Cake Places in San Diego

Cold Stone Creamery
Cold Stone Creamery
3.6 (32 ratings)
Ice cream chain offering design-your-own creations hand-mixed on a granite slab, plus shakes & more.
2260 Callagan Hwy Bldg 3187A, San Diego, CA 92136, USA
Ice cream shopCake shopDessert restaurantFrozen yogurt shop
Lani Coffee
Lani Coffee
4.5 (293 ratings)
Mainland outpost of Hawaiian coffee stalwart for espresso drinks, tea & smoothies in a cheery space.
101 Market St #100, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Coffee shopBreakfast restaurantBurrito restaurantCafeCake shopHawaiian restaurantJuice shopTakeout RestaurantPastry shop
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Nothing Bundt Cakes
5 (4 ratings)
Bakery chain with bundt cakes ranging from bite-sized to tiered, plus platters, candles & cards.
3225 Sports Arena Blvd Suites 102-3, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
BakeryCake shop

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near San Diego

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Motel 6-San Diego, CA - Southbay
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Studio 6-National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
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