This coffee shop was soooo pretty and the coffee and danishes were amazing! I loved all of the greenery and space to sit outside. We got the La Tereza brown sugar and cinnamon iced and a hot Love Letter brown sugar white mocha with a Lemon chamomile cruffin (croissant muffin). My hot brown sugar white mocha was perfectly balanced and flavorful and my fiancé really enjoyed his iced coffee. The cruffin was next level- super flaky, buttery, and filled with a delicious lemon cream. I highly recommend stopping by for a coffee and sweet treat.
Laurinda O.
Cute rustic cafe in Old Town. This place isn't exactly a "garden" but a big patio with interesting antique tables, chairs, doors, gates and lots of nooks & crannies to hang out. The main part of the cafe has loud music piped in but other areas are quieter to sit at. There are both shady and sunny areas to sit. I brought a friend here & we each ordered coffee and a croissant. We were surprised when our order was ready that the croissants were actually filled with ham & cheese vs. being plain. They need better signage or they should have told us they weren't plain. They have limited food (Danish, pastries, cookies and the croissant "sandwiches".) I checked the Yelp reviews beforehand & it looked like they had bagels but they didn't have any when we placed our order. They have several coffee cups hanging up on the wall & you pick your cup & they write your name on it with a dry-erase marker. (So the amount of coffee you get is equal to the size of cup you pick. Mine happened to be huge like a small soup bowl!). Cute idea; have only seen this practice once before years ago at a cafe' out in the countryside! Fun place to check out!
Yerin P.
Such a cute slightly hidden spot, the vibes are chill and there are a lot of seating areas to drink your coffee or tea:) theres a thrift store right next to it and it is so cute, and the owner is so kind! I bought a new friend, a Friendship Plant, and relaxed at Garden Coffee with some tea:)
Deirdre M.
What a darling little hidden gem! I had been wanting to pop into this place for a while now. I definitely recommend going during the week if you can because the patio had lots of seating and there was plenty of parking, both in the neighborhoods and in the lot for the park across the street. I got the La Terraza, iced with oat milk and it was very yummy. This place has a lot of personality - lots of plants everywhere (some for purchase) and a variety of mismatched seating options that somehow all go together perfectly. Staff was super friendly as well. Definitely check this place out if you're in need of a lil coffee while walking around Old Town!
Tatiana M.
It's always a fun time coming here! I love the atmosphere and being surrounded by the plants. The coffee is always yummy. I need to try a hot coffee at some point but i'm a sucker for an iced coffee. I didn't love the blueberry scone, kind of dry, but to b fair it is a scone. So i won't fault them for it. The sticker machine is always a fun surprise on what you will get. I love bringing people here for the first time!
Bri F.
Great cafe tucked in Old Town. The staff was really friendly and helpful with suggestions for their drinks on rotation, as well as a couple of their baked goods. The iced lattes were delicious, though I don't recall the exact names of them, and the cookies were too! Everything came out on dishes since we opted to enjoy their patio, and it just added to the comfiness here. Highly recommend coming and checking Garden Coffee out!
A Gudmundson
Everything is so yummy! And I love the decor!Dietary restrictions: Gluten free s’mores cookie was so good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Leia W.
Cute little cafe in Old Town, walking distance from the trolley stop. It is outdoors, but when you walk in, it's like a quaint enclosed garden. Some seats have cover, some don't. The chairs and table all are different and quirky. They have several plants, and a few you can purchase, which I almost did. I just had a hot chocolate, they let you choose your cup, and then they pretty up your drink. Had a yummy cookie too. Met a friend there just to hang out, perfect cozy setting to talk with a friend or two. Wish I took pictures, but I'm just not a good social media person
Esther Z.
I LOVED THIS COFFEE SPOT!!! Garden coffee was so beautiful and warm full of plants and good energy! The staff was super nice and welcoming! The place itself was unique. Lots of sitting areas available. I got the iced honey lavander latte and it was so good! My sister got the Queen of spades and she loved, it was a delicious hazelnut cappuccino. You can choose your own mug from a seleccion they have available hanging on the wall, that was pretty cool. My brother got a white mocha and loved it as well. We tried the 3 cheese tomatoe croisant and the jalapeno cheese galette and it was super yummy. I want to go back already! I would make the 3 hour ride for sure! Highly reccomend it!
Karynne E.
Came here on a weekday around noon. It was fairly empty with a few groups, studying or reading. It's an outdoor coffee shop. The furniture used for the seating areas is I'm thinking thrifted furniture. They sell baked goods and a variety of drinks from coffee, teas, and Matcha. They also have merch for purchase along with plants. No outlets. No straws, but can purchase reusable ones. They do have two bathrooms. I ordered the dirty Matcha and we also ordered another coffee drink but I forgot what it was, both drinks were about a four out of five stars for us. The baked goods were okay. The pull apart monkey bread was kind of hard. I really love the aesthetic of the coffee shop, but I do believe they need an update in the thrifted furniture because some of it is unstable and can be hazardous. It also seems crowded with the amount of furniture they have and how close they have them. It was challenging to get through more than it should it be. I do like that they have a wall full of mugs that you can choose for your drinks! Overall, enjoyed the coffee shop and music! Parking lot across the street and also street parking. It's kind of hidden in the back area.
Heads up- this place ONLY offers two milk choices. Oat milk or regular milk. I wanted almond so I just left and went next door to Encuentro. They had almond milk.
Jonathan J.
Love this outdoor space. A nice hidden gem that gives balboa park vibes. Parking nearby and outdoor garden area.
Lydia ..
Nice atmosphere and yummy authentic matcha. Lots of plants so if you're a plant lover, this place is for you! Seating is outdoor with sun and shaded tables. Nice place to study or just chill out. Would recommend!
Kara Mole
Tried this little gem today and was so surprised with how good the coffee is here! We got the Pistachio Shaken Espresso which was so unique and delicious. It’s so rare to find a place that can execute delicious coffee with such a lovely ambiance. We will definitely be back!
Monica O.
Best ambiance + great coffee! Must try when visiting SD if you want to enjoy a cup of coffee surrounded by plants and a chill vibe.
This coffee shop was soooo pretty and the coffee and danishes were amazing! I loved all of the greenery and space to sit outside. We got the La Tereza brown sugar and cinnamon iced and a hot Love Letter brown sugar white mocha with a Lemon chamomile cruffin (croissant muffin). My hot brown sugar white mocha was perfectly balanced and flavorful and my fiancé really enjoyed his iced coffee. The cruffin was next level- super flaky, buttery, and filled with a delicious lemon cream. I highly recommend stopping by for a coffee and sweet treat.
Cute rustic cafe in Old Town. This place isn't exactly a "garden" but a big patio with interesting antique tables, chairs, doors, gates and lots of nooks & crannies to hang out. The main part of the cafe has loud music piped in but other areas are quieter to sit at. There are both shady and sunny areas to sit. I brought a friend here & we each ordered coffee and a croissant. We were surprised when our order was ready that the croissants were actually filled with ham & cheese vs. being plain. They need better signage or they should have told us they weren't plain. They have limited food (Danish, pastries, cookies and the croissant "sandwiches".) I checked the Yelp reviews beforehand & it looked like they had bagels but they didn't have any when we placed our order. They have several coffee cups hanging up on the wall & you pick your cup & they write your name on it with a dry-erase marker. (So the amount of coffee you get is equal to the size of cup you pick. Mine happened to be huge like a small soup bowl!). Cute idea; have only seen this practice once before years ago at a cafe' out in the countryside! Fun place to check out!
Such a cute slightly hidden spot, the vibes are chill and there are a lot of seating areas to drink your coffee or tea:) theres a thrift store right next to it and it is so cute, and the owner is so kind! I bought a new friend, a Friendship Plant, and relaxed at Garden Coffee with some tea:)
What a darling little hidden gem! I had been wanting to pop into this place for a while now. I definitely recommend going during the week if you can because the patio had lots of seating and there was plenty of parking, both in the neighborhoods and in the lot for the park across the street. I got the La Terraza, iced with oat milk and it was very yummy. This place has a lot of personality - lots of plants everywhere (some for purchase) and a variety of mismatched seating options that somehow all go together perfectly. Staff was super friendly as well. Definitely check this place out if you're in need of a lil coffee while walking around Old Town!
It's always a fun time coming here! I love the atmosphere and being surrounded by the plants. The coffee is always yummy. I need to try a hot coffee at some point but i'm a sucker for an iced coffee. I didn't love the blueberry scone, kind of dry, but to b fair it is a scone. So i won't fault them for it. The sticker machine is always a fun surprise on what you will get. I love bringing people here for the first time!
Great cafe tucked in Old Town. The staff was really friendly and helpful with suggestions for their drinks on rotation, as well as a couple of their baked goods. The iced lattes were delicious, though I don't recall the exact names of them, and the cookies were too! Everything came out on dishes since we opted to enjoy their patio, and it just added to the comfiness here. Highly recommend coming and checking Garden Coffee out!
Everything is so yummy! And I love the decor!Dietary restrictions: Gluten free s’mores cookie was so good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cute little cafe in Old Town, walking distance from the trolley stop. It is outdoors, but when you walk in, it's like a quaint enclosed garden. Some seats have cover, some don't. The chairs and table all are different and quirky. They have several plants, and a few you can purchase, which I almost did. I just had a hot chocolate, they let you choose your cup, and then they pretty up your drink. Had a yummy cookie too. Met a friend there just to hang out, perfect cozy setting to talk with a friend or two. Wish I took pictures, but I'm just not a good social media person
I LOVED THIS COFFEE SPOT!!! Garden coffee was so beautiful and warm full of plants and good energy! The staff was super nice and welcoming! The place itself was unique. Lots of sitting areas available. I got the iced honey lavander latte and it was so good! My sister got the Queen of spades and she loved, it was a delicious hazelnut cappuccino. You can choose your own mug from a seleccion they have available hanging on the wall, that was pretty cool. My brother got a white mocha and loved it as well. We tried the 3 cheese tomatoe croisant and the jalapeno cheese galette and it was super yummy. I want to go back already! I would make the 3 hour ride for sure! Highly reccomend it!
Came here on a weekday around noon. It was fairly empty with a few groups, studying or reading. It's an outdoor coffee shop. The furniture used for the seating areas is I'm thinking thrifted furniture. They sell baked goods and a variety of drinks from coffee, teas, and Matcha. They also have merch for purchase along with plants. No outlets. No straws, but can purchase reusable ones. They do have two bathrooms. I ordered the dirty Matcha and we also ordered another coffee drink but I forgot what it was, both drinks were about a four out of five stars for us. The baked goods were okay. The pull apart monkey bread was kind of hard. I really love the aesthetic of the coffee shop, but I do believe they need an update in the thrifted furniture because some of it is unstable and can be hazardous. It also seems crowded with the amount of furniture they have and how close they have them. It was challenging to get through more than it should it be. I do like that they have a wall full of mugs that you can choose for your drinks! Overall, enjoyed the coffee shop and music! Parking lot across the street and also street parking. It's kind of hidden in the back area.
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Heads up- this place ONLY offers two milk choices. Oat milk or regular milk. I wanted almond so I just left and went next door to Encuentro. They had almond milk.
Love this outdoor space. A nice hidden gem that gives balboa park vibes. Parking nearby and outdoor garden area.
Nice atmosphere and yummy authentic matcha. Lots of plants so if you're a plant lover, this place is for you! Seating is outdoor with sun and shaded tables. Nice place to study or just chill out. Would recommend!
Tried this little gem today and was so surprised with how good the coffee is here! We got the Pistachio Shaken Espresso which was so unique and delicious. It’s so rare to find a place that can execute delicious coffee with such a lovely ambiance. We will definitely be back!
Best ambiance + great coffee! Must try when visiting SD if you want to enjoy a cup of coffee surrounded by plants and a chill vibe.