Achilles Coffee Roasters

Anne O

Espresso snob here! Their espresso was exquisite. Creamy, rich and flavorful. Breakfast burrito was 5 star delicious. Pour over perfectly executed. The barista was skilled, welcoming and a delight. Atmosphere is ideal for a quick beverage, for working, a meetup. Thanks for coming to the neighborhood Achilles

Divya Rajendran

Awesome food, ordered “The Warrior” and a coffee. Loved it!! Went back and ordered “Harbor Island”, just wonderful!! 😋😋😋

Sasha Risman

Absolutely LOVE coming here, favorite coffee shop in San Diego. Amazing staff - Lorenzo and Daniel have my order memorized and I feel like home when I walk in. Coffee taste delicious and food is good too :)

Reak Mayhem

Awesome breakfast! I got the breakfast burrito with ham and their cold brew that features cinnamon and vanilla. Would definitely go back for more.

SENSATIONAL SERVICE ! I've known about Achilles Coffee Roasters for years but we have never been to a location because the initial 3 coffee shops were all in Downtown San Diego. But recently I noticed a couple of new locations close to where we now live in La Jolla. On Saturday we decided to try these guys for lunch but ruled out the Solana Beach spot because it has no indoor seating..and it was a chilly day so Carmel Valley was our pick. After parking our wheels in the public parking lot we headed inside around 1pm....the place looked pretty busy. After checking out the menu board on the wall my wife stood in a short line while I nabbed a table away from the open door....very windy. A very cheerful cashier named Drea looked after us when we ordered 1 x MT LAGUNA SANDWICH ( turkey, bacon, white cheddar, heirloom, spinach, fig jam served on toasted ciabatta ) to share on 2 plates and 2 x CORTADOS with 2 % milk & house made hazelnut syrup. We paid upfront and Drea handed my wife a table number...for the sandwich. GREAT ! Within a few short minutes a young guy delivered our delicious looking lunch sandwich cut in 2 neat halves with 2 plates. I walked over to the counter to check on our Cortados....and there they were on 2 wooden trays together with little glasses of water. HOW CUTE ! Someone has been to Italy because most espresso bars serve sparkling water with the espresso drinks. OOPS ! And we don't like sparkling water. In fact we learn to ask for still water while traveling in Italy and Paris. And this was sparkling water so the barista took them back....we already had plastic cups of water on our table. ALL SET ! We now had our Cortados and our lunch sandwich on our table. The Mt Laguna Sandwich tasted well made...not a fan of heirloom tomatoes so that came off. GOOD JOB ! Our cortados tasted very good...as good as I make them at home. Thank you barista / cashier Drea. GOOD VIBE ! It certainly looked like a busy coffee shop with a steady flow of customers coming and going while we were enjoying lunch...and not too many laptoppers hoggin' tables to themselves. WE'LL BE BACK !

I love Achilles Coffee Roasters! The location in Carmel Valley is perfect. They have a great system for handling lines, so service is always quick. The food menu has some marvelous options, and I can't say enough about the coffee—it's absolutely amazing. A perfect spot for a great cup of coffee and a bite to eat.

Great coffee, and even better people! You will find families, dogs, people going for a quick coffee, or even business meetings in this Achilles shop. It's a fantastic place for most coffee lovers

My family loves this place. We FINALLY have a neighborhood coffee shop that actually cares about the quality of the coffee, presentation, and attitude. Sabrina and Drea are always friendly, welcoming, appreciative of their "regulars", and they make a killer coffee! Really, I feel very fortunate we finally have this neighborhood coffee shop. Enjoy! ☕

Came for the coffee, stayed for the breakfast sandwiches. Pretty good iced latte, but the bankers hill sandwich was insanely good. And there was plenty of good seating! Definitely coming back soon to try another sandwich and one of their cold brews.

I love this spot for an early morning breakfast or an afternoon cold brew/matcha! My go to is a single origin cold brew and a bacon, egg, and cheese, on a sesame seed bagel. The baristas are always so helpful when I have questions. Sabrina and Courtney are especially awesome!

Achilles in Carmel Valley is truly a gem in our neighborhood. Besides the excellent coffee and delicious food, what really stands out is the team of employees that make every visit here special. I cannot recommend this location enough as we are addicted to the welcoming vibe and equally incredible menu!

This place has become my new favorite and go to coffee spot. Coffee is great, food is delicious(Cove, breakfast burrito are my favorites)and the people are awesome. Sabrina and Lorenzo are always very welcoming, and remember my name and order every time. Great spot!

We walk to Achilles all the time to read and work on the weekends! The coffee drinks, pourovers, and iced tea are great. The food tastes really fresh and the NY bagels are delicious. We are very grateful for their presence in Carmel Valley!

Courtney and Sabrina are awesome! They’re always really friendly and ready to assist. The food is delicious, and the service is top-notch. I've visited when it’s been crazy busy, and they handle the hustle effortlessly.

I live nearby and this is definitely my favorite place around! Food is delicious (great NY style bagels and I’m from NYC), service is great (shoutout to Sabrina and Lorenzo), and the space is always clean with lots of places to sit inside and out! Highly recommend 🤩

Seymour Titt

SENSATIONAL SERVICE ! I've known about Achilles Coffee Roasters for years but we have never been to a location because the initial 3 coffee shops were all in Downtown San Diego. But recently I noticed a couple of new locations close to where we now live in La Jolla. On Saturday we decided to try these guys for lunch but ruled out the Solana Beach spot because it has no indoor seating..and it was a chilly day so Carmel Valley was our pick. After parking our wheels in the public parking lot we headed inside around 1pm....the place looked pretty busy. After checking out the menu board on the wall my wife stood in a short line while I nabbed a table away from the open door....very windy. A very cheerful cashier named Drea looked after us when we ordered 1 x MT LAGUNA SANDWICH ( turkey, bacon, white cheddar, heirloom, spinach, fig jam served on toasted ciabatta ) to share on 2 plates and 2 x CORTADOS with 2 % milk & house made hazelnut syrup. We paid upfront and Drea handed my wife a table number...for the sandwich. GREAT ! Within a few short minutes a young guy delivered our delicious looking lunch sandwich cut in 2 neat halves with 2 plates. I walked over to the counter to check on our Cortados....and there they were on 2 wooden trays together with little glasses of water. HOW CUTE ! Someone has been to Italy because most espresso bars serve sparkling water with the espresso drinks. OOPS ! And we don't like sparkling water. In fact we learn to ask for still water while traveling in Italy and Paris. And this was sparkling water so the barista took them back....we already had plastic cups of water on our table. ALL SET ! We now had our Cortados and our lunch sandwich on our table. The Mt Laguna Sandwich tasted well made...not a fan of heirloom tomatoes so that came off. GOOD JOB ! Our cortados tasted very good...as good as I make them at home. Thank you barista / cashier Drea. GOOD VIBE ! It certainly looked like a busy coffee shop with a steady flow of customers coming and going while we were enjoying lunch...and not too many laptoppers hoggin' tables to themselves. WE'LL BE BACK !

Gabrielle Shiozawa

Came for the coffee, stayed for the breakfast sandwiches. Pretty good iced latte, but the bankers hill sandwich was insanely good. And there was plenty of good seating! Definitely coming back soon to try another sandwich and one of their cold brews.

Vanessa Healy

Achilles in Carmel Valley is truly a gem in our neighborhood. Besides the excellent coffee and delicious food, what really stands out is the team of employees that make every visit here special. I cannot recommend this location enough as we are addicted to the welcoming vibe and equally incredible menu!

Sydney M

I love this spot for an early morning breakfast or an afternoon cold brew/matcha! My go to is a single origin cold brew and a bacon, egg, and cheese, on a sesame seed bagel. The baristas are always so helpful when I have questions. Sabrina and Courtney are especially awesome!

Sarah Z

Amazing matcha! I got the carlsbad matcha. One of the best in north county San Diego! Great staff. Haven’t tried the food yet but looking forward to trying it next. My new go to spot :)

Dan Picker

My family loves this place. We FINALLY have a neighborhood coffee shop that actually cares about the quality of the coffee, presentation, and attitude. Sabrina and Drea are always friendly, welcoming, appreciative of their "regulars", and they make a killer coffee! Really, I feel very fortunate we finally have this neighborhood coffee shop. Enjoy! ☕

Sandra Alatriste

I love Achilles Coffee Roasters! The location in Carmel Valley is perfect. They have a great system for handling lines, so service is always quick. The food menu has some marvelous options, and I can't say enough about the coffee—it's absolutely amazing. A perfect spot for a great cup of coffee and a bite to eat.

Yasmin Shah

Andrea, Chris, Sabrina, and Courtney at Achilles Coffee Roasters don’t just make lattes—they craft morning magic. Their creations are so exceptional, I genuinely look forward to waking up just to savor one. No other coffee in the world comes close. My personal favorite? The Rose Latte with Cardamom. It’s fragrant, comforting, and utterly unforgettable—like a hug in a cup. And the foam? It’s pure velvet. Silky, delicate, and perfectly balanced, it crowns the drink like a soft whisper of luxury.

Travis Duke

I can’t say enough wonderful things about Achilles Coffee Roasters! Every visit is a delight, thanks to the incredible team, especially Daniel and Sabrina. They not only serve up some of the best coffee in town, but they do it with such warmth and friendliness that it brightens my day every time. Their customer service is top-notch, and it’s clear that they truly care about their customers. Achilles Coffee Roasters is a shining example of what a well-run coffee shop should be. Highly recommend!

Max Matez

This is the best breakfast spot in Del Mar!! Amazing coffee and tea options, every cup hot or iced is made with an equal amount of care. The breakfast burrito is literally the best I’ve ever had. Every time I bring a guest from out of town they’re also blown away by the food! The hospitality is unmatched. Every morning I am there Lorenzo greets me and all the other guests with such positive energy it sets the tone for the whole experience there. Courtney and Daniel are always there to handle the drinks, when it is more busy on the weekends they are still able to handle the pressure by delivering excellent coffee and tea drinks to guests. I am at this place maybe 4 times a week, it’s quick and delicious, definitely a must go!!

Achilles Coffee Roasters is a colorful and cheerful shop with welcoming service. There’s a good amount of indoor and outdoor seating, and the food options are solid. The New York bagel had a crisp exterior and a nice chewy texture, and the butter added good moisture and flavor. A satisfying bite. The seasonal pumpkin spice latte was warm and comforting on this cooler morning, and it came with a heart design on top. The shop had a steady flow of customers and was a pleasant place to sit and get some work done. Around 10:00, it started to get busier. Free parking and WiFi are also available, which is a plus.

Pros : Coffee and Acai bowl, clean store Cons: Customer service. I think I got them on a bad day. I asked for utensils for my acai bowl and she handed it to me saying a back handed remark. Also her one of the workers, female with glasses from this morning’s shift saying “they’re dumb”. Customers can hear everything and she lacked professionalism. Doesn’t matter what you’re talking about. 💡 I recommend having to-go utensils on the customer side or by the walls. Also if people ask for To-go food, please give them utensils too instead of having us ask for them. Also recommend a pick up counter for food as when our name was called, there isn’t a clear place to get it and just trying to find the person who called the name. Thanks.

KakuBites

Achilles Coffee Roasters is a colorful and cheerful shop with welcoming service. There’s a good amount of indoor and outdoor seating, and the food options are solid. The New York bagel had a crisp exterior and a nice chewy texture, and the butter added good moisture and flavor. A satisfying bite. The seasonal pumpkin spice latte was warm and comforting on this cooler morning, and it came with a heart design on top. The shop had a steady flow of customers and was a pleasant place to sit and get some work done. Around 10:00, it started to get busier. Free parking and WiFi are also available, which is a plus.

Sarah

5 stars for the iced matcha, 4 for the build your own bagel sandwich. Only two slices of turkey seems pretty skimpy.

Parker Simpkins

I’ve come here a hand full of times and every time I walk in the women on register constantly ignores me until I say something. Couldn’t even look me in the eye and was facing the other direction while I was standing there, the coffee isnt bad. But this one lady at the register is unbelievably rude almost every time she is there. She’s too focused on talking to her coworkers or whatever drama she’s into. There was one gentlemen with a beard who I was very fond of and was very respectful so props to him but whoever is on register is so rude.