Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Gaslamp Quarter

"Vegan and vegetarian food are served in a beautiful rooftop environment at Trilogy Sanctuary. Come for a yoga class and make sure to stay for the food afterwards."

"An island staple since 1941, while this retro diner serves food until 10 p.m., nothing beats pulling up a cherry red barstool at the counter for coffee and an all-American breakfast. Short-stacks, huevos rancheros, and chicken waffles are some of their most popular dishes. On the sweeter side, there’s a homemade granny smith apple pie alongside several milkshakes, malts and soda floats."

"If you love that vintage diner feel than you will love Clayton’s. This one is a hit and miss for people. They always have the doors open so it can get drafty and there is usually a long wait."

"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."

"928 Silverado St. & 2216 Avenida de la Playa La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92109. If you are looking for an early start to get some work or studying done, Brick & Bell is a perfect option!. They open every day at 5:30am, and apart from roasting their own coffee, they also bake fresh pastry every morning."

"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."

"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."

"Lofty Coffee designed this cafe to take full advantage of the temperate San Diego weather with a wide-open and fluid, indoor to outdoor patio vibe. Nestled on a sun-kissed corner of Little Italy, there’s no better way to enjoy the elements with your cup of joe. Tagged with:Coffee, Coffee Shops, San Diego, Top 10"

"Imperial Beach’s casual cafe specializes in sandwiches and salads but you’ll also want to come for the views of the beach located across the street."

"If you’ve ever wished you could order a donut with whatever combination of toppings you want, no matter how odd that combination might be, then we may have just found your new favorite place in all of San Diego. Sometimes you get weird cravings, and there’s not really anything you can do to satisfy them unless you go out of your way to combine them. Pickles and peanut butter anyone?"

"A photo posted by The Hillside Church (@thehillsidechurch) on Dec 2, 2016 at 6:34pm PST. The Living Room in Point Loma is literally a living room in a converted home. It can get crowded but you can typically find a nice quiet spot upstairs."

"This includes some of the basic types of coffee, such as espresso and cappuccino. But they also have specialty coffees that are amazing. For example, they have a Banana Cappuccino."

"Situated by the seaside, Caroline’s Seaside Cafe offers a dining experience unlike any other. Giving you fresh food with fresh ingredients, the dishes here include salads, fruit slices, egg dishes, pancakes, bagels, sandwiches, fish, burgers, and many more hearty meals that are perfect to complement the soothing atmosphere surrounding both inside and outside of the restaurant. For an intimate dining experience in Caroline’s Seaside Cafe, opt for their fantastic weekly specials and daily features like the soup of the day."

"Climb the stairs above a university meeting hall, and you’ll be on the deck of Caroline’s Seaside Cafe. The ocean and pier will be at your feet as you enjoy breakfast or lunch at this informal outdoor cafe. Sandwiches such as the Caprese, Avocado, and Curried Chicken Salad are favorites."

"You’ll find this casual cafe tucked inside the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Open 8 a.m.-3 p.m., the spot serves familiar cafe classics with plenty of outdoor seating overlooking the water."

"Deft models their beer-brewing approach after a distinctly European style. Goldens, reds, dubbels, stouts and even a seasonal helles are usually on tap, although the selection rotates regularly. And the only thing more appealing than the beer list?"

"Mon - Thu 4:00 - 9:00 PM; Fri - Sat 12:00 - 9:00 PM; Sun 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM"

"The Tasting room at California Wild Ales is now open Friday - Sunday for dine-in service, food order is required. While curbside pickup of bottles, crowlers, and growlers is available Wednesday - Sunday or order online anytime here order here."

"Tue - Wed 3:00 - 8:00 PM; Thu - Fri 12:00 - 8:00 PM; Sat 12:00 - 7:00 PM; Sun 12:00 - 5:00 PM"

"Los Peñasquitos (“little cliffs”) is a great beginners’ trail for those who want to enjoy mountain-feel views without having to hire an expedition crew. There are two approaches (east and west), and the trailheads offer a trek of either 6.5, or 5.5 miles, respectively. The terrain is gradual and level, but the trails are surrounded by the sort of views that gave the area its name: scenic rocky outcroppings, and stony formations that ripple with rubble."

"Located in the southwest corner of San Diego, the Tijuana Estuary is a wetlands area with beach, dune, mudflat, salt marsh, riparian, coastal sage scrub, and upland habitats that are free to explore. Start at the Visitor Center to learn about the trails, flora and fauna (many are rare or endangered), and various things to do during your visit. Kids can earn junior rangers here and they offer a variety of environmental education resources online."

"At the southernmost tip of San Diego is one of the most serene places that few people know about. Where the Tijuana River meets the sea is where you’ll find the Tijuana Slough with over 2,000 acres of wetlands. Over 370 bird species have been observed there with 5 of them being endangered species that are regularly seen."

"Way down in sometimes-forgotten Imperial Beach is found a favorite landscape for many people in San Diego. This Tijuana Estuary is connected to some couple of parks. You are going to find amazing places such as Tijuana River County Open Space Reserve and Border Field State Park."