Shayne C.
Yelp
Cool little spot in the One Paseo Del Mar plaza!
Thanks to a friend of mine who recommended this place. I'm so glad I came here for a meet and greet.
Location/ambiance:
Located in the heart of Del Mar at One Paseo's shopping center. They have minimal free parking outside or their parking structure which is walking distance. I ended up parking in the stucture on a Sunday afternoon.
The interior space is minimalistic, open, and bright. First impression is their modern and cute aesthetic feel. If you like basic and clean colors then you can appreciate their design of white walls, white tables, and wooden stools. There is also a restroom available. (see pics)
Customer service/experience:
Great customer service !! Friendly barista who gave me recommendations. I love the simplicity of the menu as I'm so indecisive.
They also have an app so you can order ahead of time. Prices are a bit higher than your average coffee, but the quality is there. Another plus is they don't upcharge when you substitute for oat milk. Woot! I wish all coffee shops did this.
I hear they are known for the New Orleans-Style Iced Coffee, but I wanted something warm. I opted for the Cafe Au Lait with oat milk. I'm used to adding sweetener, but this didn't need it at all. No bitterness, just pure coffee essence and you can really taste the freshness of the coffee beans. Not your typical Starbucks coffee that's for sure.
The wait wasn't long and there were plenty of tables and chairs to sit. I picked up my coffee once my name was called and there was a pretty latte foam art on top, which I wish I took a pic of. I also noticed they had some vegan food options which is awesome! I'll have to order that next time.
I noticed a lot of people working on their laptops and it gets pretty busy. I saw lines forming as I was leaving. So timing can vary on how busy this place gets. It was a weekend so it was understandable and the employees seemed to be working fast.
The location is perfect since you can walk around and shop while you sip on your coffee. There were plenty of tables/seats outside so my friend and I hung out there.
Overall, it was a pleasant first time experience. I'd love to come back and try their other coffees, teas, and vegan food options.