Friday, May 2, 2014

San Diego Coffee Shops

Coffee shops provide an excellent setting for both social and solo activities. Whether you’re looking to catch up with old friends, get some studying done away from the distractions of your apartment, or just enjoy a good cup of coffee and your favorite book, the right coffee shop can feel like a personal haven. San Diego is home to a wide variety of unique and inspiring coffee shops—keep reading to discover the perfect place to call your new favorite java joint.

Café Virtuoso
If you’re craving a cup of San Diego’s finest organic Fair Trade coffee or tea, stop into Café Virtuoso, located at 1616 National Ave. in Barrio Logan. Since 2007, Café Virtuoso has sought to serve the best coffee and espresso in America's Finest City. The Café Virtuoso team is also dedicated to sustainability, serving only 100% certified organic and Fair Trade coffees. If you’re not a coffee drinker, never fear—Café Virtuoso also sells a wide variety of teas, including Earl Grey, plum oolong, chamomile, blood orange, and ginger root. Café Virtuoso offers weekly cupping (coffee tasting) events every Wednesday and operates a booth at the Little Italy Mercato farmers’ market every Saturday from 8am-2pm W. Date Street.

Swell Café
Previously Café Mono, the recently-renamed Swell Café serves coffee, espresso, breakfast, lunch, and more in Mission Beach. Swell Café offers a wide variety of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options, so you’re sure to find something suited to your exact tastes. This café is known for its ambiance as well as its locally-roasted and sustainably-sourced craft coffees and espresso. The menu features fresh, from-scratch choices you can enjoy while you take in the stunning bay and ocean views offered by Mission Beach’s unique location. Swell Café is not only a tourist favorite, it is a local hotspot with a passionate sense of community.

Lestat’s Coffee House
Are you looking for a 24-hour coffee shop for late-night study sessions or an after-hours break? Lestat’s Coffee House offers traditional coffee and tea in addition to a variety of specialty drinks that include the “Milky Way,” “Cherry Bianca,” and “Black Magic.” Furnished with comfortable oversized vintage Victorian chairs, Lestat’s offers a homey but chic atomosphere that is popular among students and young professionals. This unique coffee shop also offers free WiFi, arts and crafts sales, and regular live entertainment at the Lestat’s West venue just next door.

Influx
Influx is a stylish, upscale coffee house located in the heart of Little Italy. Its modern design and high-quality espresso create the perfect San Diego vibe that attracts regulars and passersby alike. Influx features a full menu of fresh pastries and sandwiches that you can enjoy from its indoor or outdoor seating areas. This coffee shop is also a popular study spot, thanks to its free WiFi, distraction-free modern minimalist décor, and comfortable seating.


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