Why it's on the list
- Roasts in San Diego
- Single-origin and blends
- Espresso and pour-over
Good to know
How they brew
The room
More in San Diego
- La Jolla (Bird Rock)$$
Bird Rock Coffee Roasters
A longtime San Diego roaster pouring direct-trade single origins out of its Bird Rock flagship and a handful of cafes around town.
- espresso
- pour-over
See the shop Last checked - North Park$$
Communal Coffee
A bright cafe that pairs the coffee bar with fresh flowers and curated goods, with several spots around San Diego.
- espresso
- pour-over
See the shop Last checked - Normal Heights$$
Dark Horse Coffee Roasters
A small-batch roaster on Adams Avenue that handles its own roasting and keeps the menu focused on the coffee.
- espresso
- pour-over
See the shop Last checked