Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Mission Beach

We've collected top 10 mentioned best cafes and coffee shops in Mission Beach from other articles such as Eater San Diego, Red Tricycle, The Infatuation, including the cute, coolest, and best for work places.

Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Mission 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 San Diego Tours - Food, Drink & History | So Diego Tours
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"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 Spoon University
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"Start your morning off at one of the oldest establishments on the Island. Clayton’s features the classic diner foods like saucer-sized pancakes, biscuits and gravy and milkshakes (yes for breakfast). It is one of my favorite places to go when I visit Coronado because it brings back childhood memories and you get the old school vibes with the on-table jukeboxes."
Mentioned by Global Munchkins
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"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 & 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 lajollavacationrentalsca.com
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"Brick and Bell is a cafe located in the heart of downtown La Jolla. The restaurant is known among locals for its beautiful outdoor patio situated in the cafe’s garden. Brick and Bell bakes all of their loaves of bread and pastries in-house daily and they have a large selection of gluten-free pastries."
Mentioned by Spend Life Traveling
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"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."
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."
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 Secret San Diego
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"We are so excited to announce that our Little Italy and Solana Beach locations will be reopening on June 13th!. ⁠ We cannot wait to see and serve all of you at your favorite local locations again.❤️⁠ Mark your calendars!. 🎉⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in our bio to check out a description of all of our locations, and to get directions.⁠ -⁠ Pictured here: Lofty Little Italy"
Sharetea
Sharetea
4.6 (218 ratings)
5265 Linda Vista Road Reading / Stacks, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Bubble tea storeCafe
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
5 (1 ratings)
Coffeehouse chain serving a variety of beverages including its signature ice-blended options.
120 W Washington St b, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Coffee shopCafeEspresso barKosher restaurantTea house
Lockwood Table Cafe
Lockwood Table Cafe
4.5 (125 ratings)
Health-focused sandwiches & breakfast are served in this spare, modern cafe with tables in & out.
346-B S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075, USA
Cafe
Mentioned by Your North County
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"Tucked away in the back corner of a small shopping area on Cedros, this place is quite a gem. Walking, you know that the owners have impeccable taste. The menu is filled with items made with organic produce from local farms, artisan breads from local bakers delivered fresh daily."
Treetops Café
Treetops Café
3.2 (25 ratings)
Multi-deck eatery at the San Diego Zoo serving casual Italian fare such as lasagna & entree salads.
San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Cafe
Mentioned by LaJolla.com
The San Diego Zoo
"Located in the Lost Forest, this cafe (with its spectacular views from multilevel decks) offers Italian cuisine and menu items including chicken parmesan, spaghetti and meatballs, chicken caesar wraps, meatball sandwiches, and more."
Amalo Brew Coffee
Amalo Brew Coffee
4.9 (19 ratings)
640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
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Popular Gardens in Mission Beach

Meditation Gardens
Meditation Gardens
4.9 (540 ratings)5 (479 ratings)
These tranquil gardens at a meditation center feature koi ponds, benches & sweeping ocean views.
215 W K St, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA
Meditation centerNature & ParksGardens
Japanese Friendship Garden
Japanese Friendship Garden
4.6 (4829 ratings)4 (284 ratings)
Balboa Park's Japanese gardens have koi ponds, bonsai trees, a teahouse, garden tours & more.
2215 Pan American Rd E, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Non-profit organizationNature & ParksCultural centerGardenHistorical landmark
Mentioned by y Travel Blog
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"There is an extra fee to enter the Japanese Friendship Garden, which is an expression of friendship between San Diego and its sister city, Yokohama. There’s an upper and lower strolling path where you can see koi pond, landscaped gardens and a Zen garden viewing deck. It’s a very tranquil space."
Amistad Park
Amistad Park
4.5 (8658 ratings)4 (17 ratings)
Sizable park featuring a manmade lake with boat rides, an open-air theater & areas for exercising.
Blvd. Alberto Limón Padilla 600, Mesa de Otay, 22510 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico
ParkOutdoor ActivitiesGardensZoos

Best Museums in Mission Beach

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
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"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
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"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."
The New Children’s Museum
The New Children’s Museum
4.6 (1971 ratings)4 (174 ratings)
From creative classes to climbable sculptures, contemporary art for kids, in a bright, modern space.
200 W Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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Mentioned by sealtours.com
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"The Children’s Museum provides a dynamic, playful public space and community center for children and families—a place to experience exciting art exhibitions, hands-on studio projects, performances, birthday parties, in-depth classes, camps and educational programs. Across the street from the new building is a beautiful park, extending the museum visit outdoors with space for running, climbing, family picnics and a view of the trains and trolley going by."
Mentioned by PMCAOnline
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"This museum is concerned with developing children’s creativity and imagination. It originally opened in 1983, and it has been one of the favorite places of the youngest visitors in San Diego ever since. The vision of this museum is to engage children in developing numerous skills through contemporary art."
Mentioned by Sparks Gallery
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"The New Children’s Museum is an interactive art museum that strives to deliver tactile interaction with its visitors. Children and adults alike will enjoy a more hands-on museum of art. So be ready to think, play and create your way through this enchanting art museum."
The Map & Atlas Museum of La Jolla
The Map & Atlas Museum of La Jolla
4.8 (38 ratings)5 (41 ratings)
7825 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Art museumMuseumsSpecialty Museums

Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Mission Beach

Mission Bay
Mission Bay
4.5 (555 ratings)
Centered on its namesake waterway, the Mission Bay neighborhood is more than 50% water and known for SeaWorld, which has rides, aquariums, and animal shows. A huge manmade water sports zone, popular for sailing and kitesurfing, occupies the western bay. Stand-up paddleboarders ply the calm waters off Fiesta Island, a peninsular park with a long beach. To the north, salt marsh preserves attract wading birds.
San Diego, CA, USA
Nature & ParksBeaches
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
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"San Diego's monument to sports and fitness, this 4,600-acre aquatic park has 27 miles of shoreline including 19 miles of sandy beaches."
San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and Nature Center
San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and Nature Center
4.6 (307 ratings)4.5 (67 ratings)
Nature reserve with 7 miles of trails plus a visitor center with exhibits overlooking the lagoon.
2710 Manchester Ave, Cardiff, CA 92007, USA
Nature preserveNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
San Diego - La Jolla Underwater Park
San Diego - La Jolla Underwater Park
4.6 (172 ratings)4.5 (23 ratings)
This huge underwater park with artificial reefs & kelp beds is popular with marine life enthusiasts.
8302 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
City parkNature & ParksNature preserveParks

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Mission Beach

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