Akhilesh Parmar

Some of the best coffee must try in San Diego. Quite place and best crew. Parking is free. Limited coffee options but all the options are worth trying.

bz

Went past this coffee shop a million times when I was in school but oddly never tried to come in. The smell of coffee beans is overwhelming cause you can see them being roasted in the back. The ice oat milk latte is highly recommended for its creaminess and not sweet at all.

Zaynab

This place is so cute! I ordered a French press coffee, and it was so good that it didn’t need any cream or sweetener. The atmosphere was perfect for getting some work done, and the staff was super friendly and welcoming. I’ll definitely be back!

Tyler S

Other than the strange location, busted up road, tiny parking lot, and train traffic, this place is awesome! They roast the beans at this location which is huge for me, and they actually know how to roast. It’s like fresh bread, just bc you have an oven doesn’t mean you can make bread. Yet they do know how to pull an espresso, so I approve. I just feel like they are just waiting for a prime lease to open up in LJ or Del Mar to let the world know they’ve arrived.

Forest Donovan

Oh, where do I begin with Zumbar Coffee & Tea? The staff and atmosphere are absolutely top-notch, earning a solid five-star rating without a doubt. The moment you step in, you're embraced with warm hospitality that feels like a friendly coffee hug. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, making it the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy your favorite brew. Now, about the latte... *sigh* Unfortunately, it didn't quite live up to the rest of the experience. I must be honest; I was left disappointed with the latte, as it tasted more like 90% milk than the rich, robust coffee goodness I was hoping for. It lacked that strong espresso kick that makes a latte truly memorable. A latte with too much milk can feel like drowning your coffee dreams, and that's what happened here. However, despite the latte hiccup, I would still encourage you to visit Zumbar Coffee & Tea for the exceptional staff and inviting atmosphere. Their dedication to service and creating a welcoming space deserves all the stars. Who knows, maybe they can work some magic on the latte front in the future. But for now, stick to their other offerings and bask in the positive vibes they effortlessly deliver. Here's to hoping for a better latte experience next time!

Nina V

I searched “espresso near me” and found this proposal a short drive away from UCSD campus (1 exit off I-5) and it was worthy it. Delicious macchiato, cappuccino. Pretty generous baked good offerings for a small coffee shop. But the rating is for the coffee products only. [Revisit 6/2022, bought some beans]

Abraham Cheung

I sometimes forget how satisfying and filling a cappuccino paired with a croissant really is. COVID destroyed my morning coffee/croissant runs, but I am so glad that Zumbar does takeout so that I can still get some semblance of normalcy. My friend and I shared these two croissants (almond and regular). I also had a cappuccino, and he had a latte. Coffee content was solid as always, albeit the prices have slightly increased (understandable as local businesses have been severely affected by the quarantine orders). Even then, this is a place to continue supporting during times like these!

Ghazal Ghasempour

I had latte and it was great. It is a good place to work because of the seats, outlets and free wifi.

Mine Jaz

A little of a drive to get to this coffee place and also a little confusing because there are like 3 different coffe places together... It is a nice place, gives me jungle cruise movie vibes 😅 I got the honey latte with oatmilk and it was ok, not a huge fan, but I got the cranberry bread and that was delish. Service is ok, not as friendly. To me is a 6/10.

Mai Style

Pros -nice place -ample of seating -coffee is delicious -delicious blueberry muffin Cons -mocha coffee was meh. They used chocolate syrup and you can taste the mediorce syrup. -parking lot is small.

+3

Stephen Madden

Really good coffee. The lattes are skillfully made and the foam really addsa nice sweetness to an unsweetened latte. Their pastries are from VGs donuts and Opera which are notable establishments. We always buy beans in bulk from zumbar bc they're sourced and roasted knowledgeably

+1

Ungerleider Abrams Family

Zumbar Coffee, they know how to roast! Better yet, they know how to froth their almond milk! Super rich tight foam aerated to perfection. They expedite the line well to move you through, which I appreciated in the morning. They are located in a strip mall, so the ambience is not the greatest. Outdoor seating consists of a few tables, but it is loud due to the freeway proximity. When I'm in town I frequent the establishment because their coffee is intense, smooth with just a hint of bright notes. They do have pastries, but nothing really for specialty diets.

Michael Roberts

The cup of coffee was wonderful, and the staff was friendly and informative. The barista shared a brief difference between the two different kinds of freshly brewed coffee. This was helpful. I found the coffee shop small, with limited indoor and outdoor seating. It was a challenging environment to read and ponder, which is what I was looking for. However, there were several people at Zumbar enjoying themselves.

+1

We were excited to try it because it had good reviews online and we are big coffee people. The espresso and latte were not palatable.