The coffee is great, the employees are 10/10, and the punch card is a nice touch. Since this location is food truck style there is no seating but it's great to grab to go. The parking downtown is always hard but if you are in the area you won't be disappointed
Jen Haynes
Where to start…I moved outta SD a few years ago, but every time I go back, I purposely stay close to this place for the coffee and the treats. You are doing yourself a huge disservice if you don’t stop by here. It’s literally the best coffee and convos I’ve ever had. 10/10 recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Magdalena M.
I am so disappointed that a business run by such a terrible person is in my neighborhood. I am a native San Diegan but I moved to East Village about a year ago. One of the owners at this coffee shop (Chris) has served me a couple times and has been curt every time, which doesn't necessarily bother me. Today was different. On my way to the shop this morning, I offered to buy a homeless man a coffee. I recently got a raise at work and I wanted to pay it forward. Chris was immediately huffing and puffing over the homeless man being there. The homeless man asked Chris, "what food do you guys have?" and Chris said, "You're looking at it", motioning to the pastry display case. That's not true, Chris, you have a whole list of paninis, bowls, and parfaits as well. The homeless man asked for an oatmeal. Chris, rolling his eyes, gave it to him and said "you're all set" but the homeless man said, "actually I wanted a coffee too". Chris said, "well you're not ordering, she is". I confirmed it was ok and Chris prepared his coffee. I was shocked and confused by Chris' treatment of this man who was entirely kind, respectful and polite. So while paying I asked, "Do you know this man? Does he bother you?" and Chris responded, "No I don't know him. I just hate that you have to pay taxes to get coffee and still have to deal with panhandling" This man never panhandled me. And even if he did, I am an adult capable of saying no. Finally, the homeless man comes back to the counter and Chris, banging the counter in obvious annoyance, asks him what he needs. The man just needed a spoon for his oatmeal. I, like many other East Village community members, am frustrated with the homelessness issue throughout our neighborhood. But that doesn't mean we can treat individuals as less than human. I was paying for his meal and would have tipped 20% or more on it. This benefits you and your business. Chris, this is embarrassing and shameful. Kindness and empathy are free. Food is a human right. You are not a community man. You were hatefully aggressive toward a person who was just hungry and you deserve to be held accountable. Are these the values that Quartyard stands by? If so, I will not support this space in my community.
Brandon Leuangpaseuth
$5 cold brews! Great pick me up in the morning when you are walking around downtown.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ed Rutmayer
Vietnamese Ice Coffee girl!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alex
Cute little coffee stand that does a killer brew. Tried it on a whim walking through downtown and now it's become my daily coffee stop. My go-to is an Americano, which I'll favor iced but sometimes get hot on a chilly day. It's bold and robust, with just enough water to give it volume without drowning out the wonderful espresso. Would definitely stop again.Parking: Market sometimes has a spot or two nearby, also usually some near the art school on 13th
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Panini
Nacho Snitch
Don't know if the muffins were made from scratch. The blueberry muffin was amazing! The coffee is always good. My favourite is the Vietnamese iced coffee.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amanda Panda
Festive holiday specials coffee is delish!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pastry
Aub L
Vietnamese coffee&Dr Roskco coffeeBoth great; similar in flavor. Vietnamese is more robust and slightly less sweet, very well balanced.Will stop by this shop again in the future.
Service: 5
Robyn Jordan
Come here almost daily, the baristas are very friendly always ask about my day and always have treats for my demanding dog. The coffee is good and they know my order now (I’m a creature of habit) great place to get coffee on my morning walk!
Coffee is fine, but the bald guy is rude and disrespectful, to say the least. He threw a coffee lid on a dirty table and then put it on my cup today. I was shocked and couldn't comprehend what just happened until I stepped away. Never coming back. I think he hates this job and wants to be fired.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Ron Rose
Delicious oat milk cappuccino and an almond hot chocolate. And treats for the dogs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Thomas
This cafe is definitely a to-go spot only. It is housed in a shipping container. I didn't try any of their food, but we did have their coffee. Specifically we ordered a flat white, and it was made perfectly. It was so good that we drove out of our way the following morning to have it again. Great coffee, and prices are
Service: 5
Kendra E.
I was walking to the Food Market in the area and need a pick me up. I've seen this coffee shop before , just by passing thru the area. I needed a pick me up, I ordered a regular vanilla iced latte medium. I don't always like fancy drinks, this drink seemed basic but was good and just the right taste. Not too sweet and not too bitter, I really liked the taste. When I got there , there was a couple there who said Seahorse Coffee was their favorite coffee shop. The cashier was totally cool , didn't get her name but she was very polite and nice. It didn't take her long to fix my drink, I appericate it .. I'll be back soon!
Nick S.
Great coffee, easy and convient since it's on the way the freeway if you live in East Village. Service is alway quick to get you on your way. It is side street parking but if you live in downtown you know just to pull up where ever you can and get your coffee before the parking terrorist come out.
The coffee is great, the employees are 10/10, and the punch card is a nice touch. Since this location is food truck style there is no seating but it's great to grab to go. The parking downtown is always hard but if you are in the area you won't be disappointed
Where to start…I moved outta SD a few years ago, but every time I go back, I purposely stay close to this place for the coffee and the treats. You are doing yourself a huge disservice if you don’t stop by here. It’s literally the best coffee and convos I’ve ever had. 10/10 recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I am so disappointed that a business run by such a terrible person is in my neighborhood. I am a native San Diegan but I moved to East Village about a year ago. One of the owners at this coffee shop (Chris) has served me a couple times and has been curt every time, which doesn't necessarily bother me. Today was different. On my way to the shop this morning, I offered to buy a homeless man a coffee. I recently got a raise at work and I wanted to pay it forward. Chris was immediately huffing and puffing over the homeless man being there. The homeless man asked Chris, "what food do you guys have?" and Chris said, "You're looking at it", motioning to the pastry display case. That's not true, Chris, you have a whole list of paninis, bowls, and parfaits as well. The homeless man asked for an oatmeal. Chris, rolling his eyes, gave it to him and said "you're all set" but the homeless man said, "actually I wanted a coffee too". Chris said, "well you're not ordering, she is". I confirmed it was ok and Chris prepared his coffee. I was shocked and confused by Chris' treatment of this man who was entirely kind, respectful and polite. So while paying I asked, "Do you know this man? Does he bother you?" and Chris responded, "No I don't know him. I just hate that you have to pay taxes to get coffee and still have to deal with panhandling" This man never panhandled me. And even if he did, I am an adult capable of saying no. Finally, the homeless man comes back to the counter and Chris, banging the counter in obvious annoyance, asks him what he needs. The man just needed a spoon for his oatmeal. I, like many other East Village community members, am frustrated with the homelessness issue throughout our neighborhood. But that doesn't mean we can treat individuals as less than human. I was paying for his meal and would have tipped 20% or more on it. This benefits you and your business. Chris, this is embarrassing and shameful. Kindness and empathy are free. Food is a human right. You are not a community man. You were hatefully aggressive toward a person who was just hungry and you deserve to be held accountable. Are these the values that Quartyard stands by? If so, I will not support this space in my community.
$5 cold brews! Great pick me up in the morning when you are walking around downtown.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vietnamese Ice Coffee girl!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cute little coffee stand that does a killer brew. Tried it on a whim walking through downtown and now it's become my daily coffee stop. My go-to is an Americano, which I'll favor iced but sometimes get hot on a chilly day. It's bold and robust, with just enough water to give it volume without drowning out the wonderful espresso. Would definitely stop again.Parking: Market sometimes has a spot or two nearby, also usually some near the art school on 13th
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Panini
Don't know if the muffins were made from scratch. The blueberry muffin was amazing! The coffee is always good. My favourite is the Vietnamese iced coffee.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Festive holiday specials coffee is delish!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pastry
Vietnamese coffee&Dr Roskco coffeeBoth great; similar in flavor. Vietnamese is more robust and slightly less sweet, very well balanced.Will stop by this shop again in the future.
Service: 5
Come here almost daily, the baristas are very friendly always ask about my day and always have treats for my demanding dog. The coffee is good and they know my order now (I’m a creature of habit) great place to get coffee on my morning walk!
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
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Coffee is fine, but the bald guy is rude and disrespectful, to say the least. He threw a coffee lid on a dirty table and then put it on my cup today. I was shocked and couldn't comprehend what just happened until I stepped away. Never coming back. I think he hates this job and wants to be fired.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Delicious oat milk cappuccino and an almond hot chocolate. And treats for the dogs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This cafe is definitely a to-go spot only. It is housed in a shipping container. I didn't try any of their food, but we did have their coffee. Specifically we ordered a flat white, and it was made perfectly. It was so good that we drove out of our way the following morning to have it again. Great coffee, and prices are
Service: 5
I was walking to the Food Market in the area and need a pick me up. I've seen this coffee shop before , just by passing thru the area. I needed a pick me up, I ordered a regular vanilla iced latte medium. I don't always like fancy drinks, this drink seemed basic but was good and just the right taste. Not too sweet and not too bitter, I really liked the taste. When I got there , there was a couple there who said Seahorse Coffee was their favorite coffee shop. The cashier was totally cool , didn't get her name but she was very polite and nice. It didn't take her long to fix my drink, I appericate it .. I'll be back soon!
Great coffee, easy and convient since it's on the way the freeway if you live in East Village. Service is alway quick to get you on your way. It is side street parking but if you live in downtown you know just to pull up where ever you can and get your coffee before the parking terrorist come out.