Kakawa Coffee

"I love this place! I don’t live nearby but whenever I am in the area it is always the highlight of my day. The coffee here is amazing and the owner puts care into every drink that is crafted here. This is easily my favorite coffee shops in San Diego and I would highly recommend to anyone and everyone!"

"Best Coffee in the area literally craved it because it’s so strong and delicious. I know they don’t play around with their quality espresso beans which are a unique blend of amazing Coffee Beans. They also have food and amazing pasteries."

"This place is great! It's got really nice neighborhood coffeeshop vibes. The staff are always very kind and friendly and the coffee is delicious. My usual is an Americano but I recommend trying one of their mochas. The food is also really good, especially the avocado toast!"

"Wow the Arabian Mocha is DELICIOUS. You can really taste the different unique flavors with each sip. It's probably the best mocha I've ever had. The quiche is amazing as well! You've got to try this place!! Very kind staff also"

"Love this place. This is our go to in OB. My wife and I have been coming here for years. Whether it's dropping to get a quick caffeine fix or to hang out and catch up, this place is our jam. The drinks are all coffee forward and they use nothing but the highest quality ingredients. Gladys, the owner, is one of the best, she's been doing it for years and takes a ton of pride in her coffee. Every beverage has been thoughtfully crafted and intentionally made, moreover the Arabian/Latin influence of the drinks is superb. Personally recommend the Mayan Mocha (with hints of Cayenne), the Arabian Mocha (infused with Cardamom) - even the sweet drinks are lighter on the sweet. We have a young daughter and she loves going there to see the owner and baristas - she'll sit and talk to them for hours during slow times. The ambiance is cool, hints of culture throughout with that neighborhood coffee vibe. They're a staple in the OB/PL area. Don't miss it!"