Genteel Coffee Co.

2603 University Ave, San Diego
(619) 786-6142

Recent Reviews

Margo G.

Good coffee- peaceful outdoor area that allows dogs. The barista makes nice mochas and they have many choices. Barista is nice and so polite.

D D.

The coffee was great. The barista took the time to pull extra espresso shots for my Americano to make sure they were pulled right. The chocolate croissant I had was pretty good too. Only minor flaw is the actual shop is very small. Minimal indoor seating and the outdoor seating is in an alleyway. Definitely not the best for studying.

Chelsea Getchell

Friendly people and fantastic coffee bundled up into an industrial-style cafe.Things you should know:I. PARKINGYou'll have to rely on good ol' street parking for this place. Can be difficult depending on the time of day.II. SERVICESociable and masters at their craft. Shout out to Eric for getting to know my name ~ it wasn't even needed for my order and just simply personalized the experience.On a side note, I noticed they also have merchandise here and a self-serve water station.III. QUALITYTheir cortado is pretty spot on ~ you should give it a try..!IV. CAPACITYFair amount of available indoor and outdoor seating for the late afternoon on a weekend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chelsea G.

Friendly people and fantastic coffee bundled up into an industrial-style cafe. Things you should know: I. PARKING You'll have to rely on good ol' street parking for this place. Can be difficult depending on the time of day. II. SERVICE Sociable and masters at their craft. Shout out to Eric for getting to know my name ~ it wasn't even needed for my order and just simply personalized the experience. On a side note, I noticed they also have merchandise here and a self-serve water station. III. QUALITY Their cortado is pretty spot on ~ you should give it a try..! IV. CAPACITY Fair amount of available indoor and outdoor seating for the late afternoon on a weekend.

Angel L

Baristas were too busy with their conversation to acknowledge me when I walked in. I was slightly confused about what latte’s they offered yet they offered no assistance. Three white males walk in and instantly get acknowledgment & offer to help if they have any questions (with a smile on their face) Completely lame. I didn’t even get a thank you or anything. Dude just stared at me and I grabbed my coffee. Will not be back.

Service: 1

Anthony Perez

very unwelcoming baristas… I just felt very uncomfortable trying to order a drink. perhaps I’m not the demographic they want. anyways.

Atmosphere: 1

Service: 1

Ilias Marinos

Helpful and kind barista; very good coffee!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Kasey French

Delicious lavender latte! Only con is that there is pretty limited seating. Otherwise great.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

Joji Bronner

The outdoor side yard is very cute and the service was good. My cappuccino was fine, not my favorite but not bad.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chocolate Chip Cookie

Mary Lou Olvera

This is the hot spot to get your coffee and the atmosphere is so nice, peaceful

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Marshall Vaughan

Great little coffee shop. Not very large but also not super busy. They used to be in a larger warehouse space. Coffee is very good here!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 3

Christopher Read

Best foam flower ever!

Amanda Barcello

I purchased a chia with oatmilk, I can taste cardamom and the warmth of the chia spices. 13 $ and some change for 2 iced chia drinks both same size.Warm and friendly barista and a smaller inside area making it cozy but not cramped.It's raining today and the place is filled. I waited a few minutes to be helped but at no inconvenience due to the yummy drink and atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

Shelton R.

Coffee is expensive and dog water mid at best. We were the only ones in the shop at the time and the barista took forever, was rude, and packaged our food terribly. Lobby isn't even big enough for two people to stand comfortably. I've had better coffee experiences from a gas station.

Zach Goldberg

The perfect coffee shop. The house made syrups are a particular highlight. The espresso is excellent and the pastries are fresh.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Foxtrot

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