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Cali Cafe - Reviews

3355 Sandrock Rd, 92123 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
353

Reviews

64.9%

Satisfaction

103

negative

21

neutral

229

positive

What people say about Cali Cafe

Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Candi G.
Review date: 11/05/2025
10
Life-Changing Chai and Best Smoothies!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The seasonal Pumpkin Pie Chai was literally life-changing, and they serve THE BEST smoothies in town. The food and atmosphere were rated a perfect 5, and service also received a 5. The price per person was between $10–20, and there was no wait time.
  • Pumpkin Pie Chai10
  • smoothies10
  • Food10
Price per Person
  • $1–$10
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Rasheen C.
Review date: 10/22/2025
10
Exceptional Coffee and Welcoming Atmosphere
My experience at this restaurant was truly wonderful. The atmosphere was very welcoming, and it's clear the staff put their hearts and souls into their craft. From coffee to smoothies and frappes, you will be served the best. I had one of the best mocha frappes I’ve had in the country. The staff were great, the coffee was great, and it was a great experience every time.
  • atmosphere10
  • mocha frappes10
  • staff10
Price per Person
  • $61–$70
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Daniel H.
Review date: 10/18/2025
9
Exceptional Service and Quality Coffee
I've been to almost all the coffee shops around San Diego, and I have never received such great service from Alex and his crew. They genuinely care about their customers, and seriously, this is the spot. Why go anywhere else? This place packs a punch with its great quality coffee and chill zone. Love it!
  • great service10
  • quality coffee9
  • chill zone8
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Stephen S.
Review date: 10/12/2025
9
Great Coffee and Friendly Service!
I had such a great time at this cafe! The place has a warm and inviting vibe, making it a perfect spot to enjoy good coffee. Everything I ordered was fresh and full of flavor, and the service made the experience even better. A big shoutout to Taylor, who was incredibly friendly and attentive the whole time. You can tell she genuinely enjoys what she does and takes great care of customers. Definitely one of my new favorite spots, I can’t wait to come back!
  • coffee9
  • food10
  • service10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Scottishman R.
Review date: 10/11/2025
9
Awesome Coffee and Vibe!
My experience at this restaurant was awesome! I love the vibe every time I go. I would recommend it to anyone wanting coffee at a good price too!
  • vibe10
  • coffee9
  • price9
Price per Person
  • $1–$10
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Queen S.
Review date: 10/01/2025
2
Horrendous Service, Disappointing Experience
My experience at this restaurant was absolutely horrendous due to the customer service. I waited 11 minutes without so much as a greeting or acknowledgment. There was only one person ahead of me, and one young lady working the counter. She took the other customer's order and began preparing it—but never once acknowledged me standing there. I've been to this place several times and never had an experience like this, so it was disappointing, to say the least. Maybe business is doing so well that customer service is no longer a priority. Either way, I won’t be returning anytime soon.
  • customer service1
  • waiting time1
  • acknowledgment1
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Ryan B.
Review date: 09/16/2025
9
Impressive Coffee Flavor!
I really enjoyed my experience at this coffee shop. They truly impressed me with the flavour of the coffee. The service, atmosphere, and food were all rated highly, indicating a very positive overall visit.
  • flavour of the coffee9
  • coffee shop8
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Sabu
Review date: 07/08/2025
7
Fantastic Smoothies, Service Needs Work
My experience was centered around the smoothies and açaí bowls, which were fantastic. The service was pretty good, but the servers were often on their phones or not paying attention. There really isn’t an “atmosphere”; it’s a walk-up shack with a tiny table for waiting.
  • smoothies and açaí bowls10
  • service6
  • servers3
  • atmosphere2
Price per Person
  • $1–$10
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Judi J.
Review date: 05/16/2025
9
Delicious Green Smoothie Experience
My experience at the restaurant was great! I tried the green smoothie, and despite my initial hesitation, it was delicious and refreshing. The price was comparable to getting junk food at a drive-through, making it a good value. The service and atmosphere were also rated highly.
  • green smoothie9
  • price8
  • Service10
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Solo Dinner
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Vyvy T.
Review date: 03/27/2025
9
Charming Shack with Delicious Treats
My experience at this small smoothie/coffee shack was wonderful and worthwhile! The outdoor atmosphere was very chill and charming, as there's no indoor seating. From the moment I arrived, the service was friendly and welcoming, offering great recommendations. I ordered the Cali bowl, which was both delicious and nutritious. I also tried the churro macchiato, a delightful blend of rice and cinnamon that wasn't too sweet. While the prices might seem high, it's understandable given current grocery prices and inflation. Thank you for making our experience so enjoyable!
  • outdoor atmosphere10
  • service10
  • Cali bowl9

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