Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Central Beach

We've collected top 10 mentioned best cafes and coffee shops in Central Beach from other articles such as Condé Nast Traveler, Fashionlush, Trip101, including the cute, coolest, and best for work places.

Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Central Beach

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 Justin Plus Lauren
10 Best Vegan Restaurants in San Diego, California
"I love a good healthy vegan cafe and yoga studio combo, and San Diego has a great one called Trilogy Sanctuary. The cafe is located in La Jolla, already one of the most stunning neighborhoods in San Diego. It’s also a rooftop cafe so you can soak up all those sparkling ocean views and San Diego sunshine while filling your body with good ol’ vegan nutrition."
Mentioned by San Diego Tours - Food, Drink & History | So Diego Tours
Healthy Restaurants in La Jolla| So Diego Tours
"In a similar vein, this next eatery was founded as an ode to conscientious wellness. Although there is no food scientist to be championed here, you could order your meal with a side of nirvana. We’re talking yoga here."
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 bringfido.com
BringFido: Dog Friendly Restaurants in Coronado, CA
"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."
Mentioned by Go San Diego
Clayton's Coffee Shop - Coronado
"The minute you walk though Clayton’s doors, you’ll feel like you’ve opened a time capsule. The first thing that catches you eye is the horseshoe counter that connects to the kitchen. Its bold red leatherette swivel stools make you smile with the memory of simpler times."
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
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Mentioned by LaJolla.com
8 Must-Try Spots in La Jolla for Breakfast & Brunch
"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."
Mentioned by San Diego Explorer
Best Brunch in La Jolla For Every Budget
"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
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Mentioned by Your North County
Best Coffee Shops in San Diego North County (Master List) | YNC
"Often called (informally of course), “the best coffee in North County,” Lofty’s three locations in Encinitas and Solana Beach mean you might find one without the lines. Its original location near Moonlight Beach is a local cafe and coffee roasting spot with specialty coffee and artisanal food decorated in industrial chic. A locally owned and operated cafe, Lofty roasts its own coffee beans."
Mentioned by There San Diego
13 Of The Best Coffee Shops In San Diego
"A photo posted by Lofty Coffee Co (@loftycoffeeco) on Nov 22, 2016 at 9:13am PST. Lofty Coffee Co. in North County has two Encinitas locations and one Solana Beach location in the Cedros Design District and according to the company website, they are opening a Little Italy Cafe complete with scratch-baking kitchen sometime in late 2016 or early 2017."
Mentioned by Dymabroad
30 Best Coffee Shops in San Diego: Cute Places for Coffee
"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."
Up2You Cafe
Up2You Cafe
4.2 (484 ratings)
Small, modern spot offering coffee, tea & ice cream-topped crêpes, waffles & toast.
7770 Vickers St #101, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
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Mentioned by Spoon University
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"You can choose to customize a crepe, waffle, or their original "brick toast." They also offer a variety of drinks ranging from coffee to Nutella banana shakes, and you can add boba to any of them. After tasting your food, Up2you will make you feel like a professional pastry chef."
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"Visit this Clairemont Mesa hang out to sip milk tea from a mason jar and munch on brick toast. It’s a buttery and sweet block of toast served with various toppings like ice cream and fruits. Frequented by local college students, Up2You has funky lounge seating and games to play."
The WestBean Coffee Roasters
The WestBean Coffee Roasters
4.5 (200 ratings)
Cozy, modern setting for house-roasted coffee, including cold brew on tap, pour-overs & more.
240 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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Mentioned by Thrillist
The 8 Best Coffee Roasters in San Diego
"Downtown and GrantvilleAfter five years of wholesaling its beans, Westbean was just rated one of the top 16 hottest coffee shops in the nation by Zagat and has collaborated with Blind Lady Alehouse, Benchmark Brewing Company, and more. You can grab a cup at its two San Diego locations, on Broadway Downtown or at its roastery/coffee bar in Grantville, or just a brew a cup for yourself since this micro-roaster also sells its coffee online along with all kinds of brewing equipment. Whether you prefer your coffee made with a French press, AeroPress, or pour-over style, there are step-by-step instructions on the site teaching coffee drinkers how to make the perfect cup using just about every brewing method possible."
Mentioned by The Venue Report
25 of the Coolest Coffee Shops in San Diego
"Located Downtown, Bankers Hill and at Liberty Station’s Public Market in Point Loma, The Westbean Coffee Roasters are brewing simple yet complex cups, roasted locally in San Diego. The latest location to open is in Bankers Hill at the base of Mister A’s serving the same beautiful brews with an expanded food menu."
Café Vahik
Café Vahik
4.7 (260 ratings)
This bright blue cafe with free WiFi serves soups, grilled panini & salads plus espresso drinks.
6780 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
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Mentioned by San Diego Explorer
Best Brunch in La Jolla For Every Budget
"6780 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037(858) 459-1895$ | Relaxing Cafe. This quaint coffee shop has been serving up healthy early meals for a while. They specialize in multi-event catering but happily serve smaller parties."
HOB Coffee on Park
HOB Coffee on Park
4.5 (386 ratings)
Chic coffee shop with a large outdoor patio serving an array of beverages, plus crêpes & toast.
3752 Park Blvd #104, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
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Sharetea
Sharetea
4.6 (218 ratings)
5265 Linda Vista Road Reading / Stacks, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
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Best Cake Places in Central Beach

Frost Me Cafe and Bakery
Frost Me Cafe and Bakery
4.6 (157 ratings)
Stylish cafe & bakery overlooking the Piazza della Famiglia offering pastries & savory plates.
555 W Date St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
BakeryCafeCake shopCoffee shopPastry shop
Baskin-Robbins
Baskin-Robbins
4.4 (69 ratings)
Colorful ice cream parlor chain known for its many flavors plus sorbet & yogurt.
7470 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Ice cream shopCake shopDessert shop
Sprinkles La Jolla
Sprinkles La Jolla
4.2 (232 ratings)
8855 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
BakeryCake shopCookie shopDessert shop

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Central Beach Area

Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum
4.1 (97 ratings)4 (61 ratings)
Victorian-era edifice housing offices, a museum, garden & hosting ghost tours & other events.
410 Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
History museumSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkHistoric Sites
Mentioned by LaJolla.com
San Diego Architecture
"With its unassuming yellow paint and perfectly square foundation, the William Heath Davis House bears the distinct honor of being the oldest building in San Diego. Erected in 1850, this historic saltbox-style home now serves as a museum, transporting everyone who steps through its doors back in time to the Victorian era of yore. While it once was the home of one of our earliest settlers, William Heath Davis himself, it now affords its visitors a glimpse into our past."
Mentioned by Leisure Pass Group
Top Museums in San Diego to Visit During Your Trip
"Built by William Heath Davis in 1850, many fascinating people, including Alonzo Horton, have called the William Heath Davis House 'home.' You'll get to tour the home, and its decorated rooms - each representing different eras in the life of the house and its various former (and rumored ghostly current) inhabitants. Getting in: William Heath Davis House tickets are included on the Go San Diego Card All-Inclusive Pass."
Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church
Graham Memorial Presbyterian Church
5 (11 ratings)4 (2 ratings)
959 C Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
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Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
4.8 (3236 ratings)4.5 (2291 ratings)
Massive cross monument honoring American veterans, with plaques telling their stories.
6905 La Jolla Scenic Dr S, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
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Best History Museum in Central Beach

San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
San Diego Chinese Historical Museum
4.2 (101 ratings)4.5 (34 ratings)
Open since 1996, museum celebrating Chinese-American culture & art in a restored mission building.
404 Third Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
History museumMuseums
Mentioned by Old Town Trolley Tours
Literally The Only List of San Diego Attractions You Need 2020-21
"The San Diego Asian Pacific Historic District, San Diego’s historic Chinatown, is an eight-block district adjacent to and in part overlapping with the Gaslamp Quarter Historic District. The San Diego Chinatown is bounded by Market Street on the north, 2nd Ave. on the west, 6th ave. on the east and J st. on the south. 22 structures are considered historically contributing."
Mentioned by Old Town Trolley Tours
Complete List of Free Museums and Attractions in San Diego
"The Chinese Historical Museum displays Chinese-American art, culture and history. Housed in a restored mission-style building, exhibits include miniature models, historic photographs and rare artifacts related to the heritage of San Diego’s Chinese community. *Small donation requested."
Junípero Serra Museum
Junípero Serra Museum
4.4 (131 ratings)4 (33 ratings)
A Spanish Revival-style structure built to showcase the collection of the San Diego History Center.
2727 Presidio Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
History museumMuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
100 FREE Things to Do in San Diego, CA: Fun Museums, Attractions, Tours & More
"Therefore, it’s possible to walk into this museum to learn about California’s mission history (the museum sits on the first European settlement site in California) for free. If you did enjoy your visit and feel compelled to donated upon exit, this is possible. (Location: Presidio Park / Old Town)"
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."
House of Pacific Relations - Hall of Nations
House of Pacific Relations - Hall of Nations
4.6 (91 ratings)4 (22 ratings)
Hosts to outdoor concerts & food fairs, these cozy cottages share the traditions of diverse nations.
2191 Pan American Rd W, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Cultural centerMuseumsHistory MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
100 FREE Things to Do in San Diego, CA: Fun Museums, Attractions, Tours & More
"The House of Pacific Relations International Cottages showcases the traditions of 34 national groups, some of which have their own cottages (build originally for the 1935 Exposition). The goal is to promote multicultural understanding through exhibits and programming. (Location: Balboa Park)"

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