Before Starbucks' McDonalized coffee, there was my father and his numerous devices to make coffee. I grew up with trips to the small San Diego roasterias. Now these are spread all over the world.
5627 La Jolla Blvd (btwn Chelsea & Bird Rock Ave), La Jolla, CA
Coffee Shop · 100 tips and reviews
Arthur Mitchell: Lest you think that the best roasteria are in Seattle, think again. This place ranks with the best of small batch roasteria in the US.
2043 Westcliff Dr Ste 100 (at Irvine Ave), Newport Beach, CA
Coffee Shop · 129 tips and reviews
Arthur Mitchell: Small batch roasteria operated by the former owner of Diedrich's Coffee. Carrying on the family tradition of gourmet coffee roasting. If you're within 20 miles of this place, find an excuse to go..
Arthur Mitchell: Just a stones throw from the convention center. What Victrola lacks in ambiance, it more than makes up for in flavorful coffee and tasty cafe foods.
Arthur Mitchell: After you go visit the troll in Wallingford, the sign will have more meaning. Professional baristas making outstanding coffee drinks. FOOD TIP: Head down the street for some Cuban faire at Paseo .