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Alma Cafe

Coffee · California

3.8 · 21 reviews Google

About Alma Cafe

At Alma Cafe, we invite you to experience a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for any time of day. Our expertly crafted coffee and signature dishes, such as the Birria Burrito and Matcha Pancakes, are sure to delight your taste buds. With fast and attentive service, you'll feel right at home in...

At Alma Cafe, we invite you to experience a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for any time of day. Our expertly crafted coffee and signature dishes, such as the Birria Burrito and Matcha Pancakes, are sure to delight your taste buds. With fast and attentive service, you'll feel right at home in our cozy restaurant. From breakfast to dinner, we offer a range of options that cater to every taste and preference. Enjoy our outdoor seating area or take your meal to go - we've got you covered. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, Alma Cafe is the perfect choice for anyone seeking a delicious and memorable dining experience.

What Customers Say About Alma Cafe

Alma Cafe offers a visually appealing dining experience with generally well-received food, especially breakfast. Bradley, the bartender, receives high praise for his service. However, some customers have reported inconsistent food quality and slow or inattentive service.

Popular Dishes

yogurt Classic American French toast (3) Vanilla latte calamari seabass

Best For

Couples Solo Dining Tourists

Tip: If staying at the Kimpton hotel, it's a convenient option for breakfast. Consider the French toast or yogurt parfait for a positive experience.

Features

🌳 Outdoor Accessible 🌅 Breakfast 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner Coffee
🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy Trendy 👨‍👩‍👧 Family 👥 Groups

What to see nearby

Fletcher-Salmons Building
A 79m

Fletcher-Salmons Building

edificio

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Samuel I. Fox Building
A 90m

Samuel I. Fox Building

edificio

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Woolworth Building
A 92m

Woolworth Building

edificio

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Colonel Fletcher Building
A 102m

Colonel Fletcher Building

edificio

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John D. Spreckels Building
A 131m

John D. Spreckels Building

edificio

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Cecil Hotel
A 147m

Cecil Hotel

edificio

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Explore the area around Alma Cafe

Alma Cafe is located in California, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Historical Heritage

  • Edificio Watts (San Diego) (A 147m) — historic building in San Diego, California, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos

Parks & Gardens

  • Horton Plaza Park (A 205m) — park in San Diego, California

Other Points of Interest

  • Fletcher-Salmons Building (A 79m) — historic building in San Diego
  • Samuel I. Fox Building (A 90m) — Historic building in San Diego, California, U.S.
  • Woolworth Building (A 92m) — Historic building in San Diego, California, U.S.
  • Colonel Fletcher Building (A 102m) — building in Downtown San Diego
  • John D. Spreckels Building (A 131m) — building in California, United States
  • Cecil Hotel (A 147m) — building in Core, San Diego
  • Hamilton Building (A 158m) — building in San Diego
  • NBC Building (A 209m) — Office building in San Diego, California

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Frequently asked questions about Alma Cafe

Alma Cafe is located at 1047 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, California.
Near Alma Cafe you can find points of interest such as Fletcher-Salmons Building, Samuel I. Fox Building, Woolworth Building, Colonel Fletcher Building.
Alma Cafe offers coffee cuisine.
Alma Cafe has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Alma Cafe offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway.
The most recommended dishes at Alma Cafe based on customer reviews are: yogurt, Classic American, French toast, Vanilla latte, calamari.
Alma Cafe is ideal for couples, solo dining, tourists.
Alma Cafe offers a visually appealing dining experience with generally well-received food, especially breakfast. Bradley, the bartender, receives high praise for his service. However, some customers have reported inconsistent food quality and slow or inattentive service.
If staying at the Kimpton hotel, it's a convenient option for breakfast. Consider the French toast or yogurt parfait for a positive experience.
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Alma Cafe California Reviews

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Reviews (45)
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Muizz - Traveler & Reviewer

Maddison is THE BEST and I've state in the best hotels in the entire world

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Stefano Rosso
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Eric Davis

Server was fast and attentive. Food was very good specially the French toast. Can have you bill sent to your room or pay separately. The atmosphere feel very richly and fancy.

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Brandon Ikeman

Ate here for breakfast while staying at the Kimpton hotel. Vanilla latte was made perfectly. The Birria Burrito and Matcha Pancakes were both unique options and tasted fresh with plenty of bold flavors. Great experience! One of the best hotel breakfasts I've seen.

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Kelsey Frimodt

I had the seabass and it was excellent. It leans a little sweet but was not overpowering.

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Mik Bodnar

Very nice, cozy restaurant in the lobby of the Kimpton Alma hotel. Super friendly service!

Eric Davis
Eric Davis

Server was fast and attentive. Food was very good specially the French toast. Can have you bill sent to your room or pay separately. The atmosphere feel very richly and fancy.

Kelsey Frimodt
Kelsey Frimodt

I had the seabass and it was excellent. It leans a little sweet but was not overpowering.

Brandon Ikeman
Brandon Ikeman

Ate here for breakfast while staying at the Kimpton hotel. Vanilla latte was made perfectly. The Birria Burrito and Matcha Pancakes were both unique options and tasted fresh with plenty of bold flavors. Great experience! One of the best hotel breakfasts I've seen.

Mik Bodnar
Mik Bodnar

Very nice, cozy restaurant in the lobby of the Kimpton Alma hotel. Super friendly service!

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Kara

had dinner here and it was surprisingly so delicious. I am still craving the meal to this day. we ordered a handful of items -- brussel sprouts, pasta, sea bass, fish tacos. all were amazing. the PASTA however - oh my goodness. that is the most perfect pasta I've ever had. they were serving bucatini with sun dried tomatoes. so fragrant, with a creamy red sauce. we added chicken to it.

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Juan “JE” Escobar

Spectacular food it’s presented so well too visually you can tell the chef really takes their time making these meals I had the calamari and it’s the best I’ve ever had even the breakfast was absolutely delicious

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Josie Patterson

My husband and I were a little hesitant to eat breakfast here but it was right down the street from our hotel and let me tell you that it did not disappoint. The customer service was great. I had the classic American and he had the french toast which were delicious. We both had the breakfast potatoes which were perfectly seasoned and we both absolutely loved them.

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Gary Zeigler

Fantastic breakfast this morning. I highly recommend the yogurt. I had the special, which included the Classic American and yogurt parfait. Great way to start off the day!

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Nishtha B

Bradley was an amazing host! We loved it here at the cafe!

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Nidhi Baid

Really nice bar and cafe, nice ambience. And Bradley, the bartender is great.

Juan “JE” Escobar
Juan “JE” Escobar

Spectacular food it’s presented so well too visually you can tell the chef really takes their time making these meals I had the calamari and it’s the best I’ve ever had even the breakfast was absolutely delicious

Stefano Rosso
Stefano Rosso
Nidhi Baid
Nidhi Baid

Really nice bar and cafe, nice ambience. And Bradley, the bartender is great.

Nishtha B
Nishtha B

Bradley was an amazing host! We loved it here at the cafe!

Gary Zeigler
Gary Zeigler

Fantastic breakfast this morning. I highly recommend the yogurt. I had the special, which included the Classic American and yogurt parfait. Great way to start off the day!

Josie Patterson
Josie Patterson

My husband and I were a little hesitant to eat breakfast here but it was right down the street from our hotel and let me tell you that it did not disappoint. The customer service was great. I had the classic American and he had the french toast which were delicious. We both had the breakfast potatoes which were perfectly seasoned and we both absolutely loved them.

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JJ

There wasn't anything particularly bad about it, but unless you have hotel credit, I'm not sure there's any need to eat here rather than at one of the nearby brunch restaurants.

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Noe Najera
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Rachel Albert

Food was decent. Overall the experience was good but the service was a little slow. I would definitely go back.

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Nuno M

Decent food, not the best temp

Rachel Albert
Rachel Albert

Food was decent. Overall the experience was good but the service was a little slow. I would definitely go back.

Nuno M
Nuno M

Decent food, not the best temp

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Krystine L

Visited twice, the first visit wasn't great and my avocado toast was sweet and impossible to cut, but the second visit was much better - the french toast and egg white scramble were the highlights. The decor and plating are very nice, although the benches are much lower than the chairs which feels funny. Staff can be hit or miss, but overall they are attentive and nice.

Krystine L
Krystine L

Visited twice, the first visit wasn't great and my avocado toast was sweet and impossible to cut, but the second visit was much better - the french toast and egg white scramble were the highlights. The decor and plating are very nice, although the benches are much lower than the chairs which feels funny. Staff can be hit or miss, but overall they are attentive and nice.

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Dee S

I’m not sure how this place received such high ratings. Friendly staff but the food was mediocre. Ordered vanilla latte, eggs & whipped yogurt. the whipped Greek yogurt which was supposed to have bananas, blueberries, strawberries, & granola only had coconut, granola & some strange looking fruit. Nothing special & definitely not what I expected. The vanilla latte was extremely sweet and eggs were eggs. The food was way overpriced for the taste & quality. I do not recommend this cafe for breakfast.

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Velko T

Interesting establishment serving red wine in water glasses. Not sure if a joke or local interpretation of American sophistication.

Dee S
Dee S

I’m not sure how this place received such high ratings. Friendly staff but the food was mediocre. Ordered vanilla latte, eggs & whipped yogurt. the whipped Greek yogurt which was supposed to have bananas, blueberries, strawberries, & granola only had coconut, granola & some strange looking fruit. Nothing special & definitely not what I expected. The vanilla latte was extremely sweet and eggs were eggs. The food was way overpriced for the taste & quality. I do not recommend this cafe for breakfast.

Velko T
Velko T

Interesting establishment serving red wine in water glasses. Not sure if a joke or local interpretation of American sophistication.

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Stanley Lin

Sea bass tasted like precooked and overcooked. Rice was either dry or too soft. And the honey sauce makes no sense.

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Faisal ALghamdie

While the ambience and vibes of the place are great, the coffee and dessert did not match the expectations this place’s ambience sets. My friend and I both ordered a caramel latte, it was first served quite cold and was never hot at all, bear in mind we did not ask for an iced version. We then asked them to make it again and it was indeed much better. Moreover, I initially asked for a macchiato, the waiter did not even know what it was, which I find hilarious for a cafe server to not even know what a macchiato is. We also had a cheesecake, mediocre at best. Paying 7 dollars for a caramel latte justifies having high expectations for an incredible taste, this was not the case at all. The latte was quite foamy and bland. The only reason I would come here again would be if I had to get some work done while enjoying a comfortable couch and spectacularly clean restrooms.

Stanley Lin
Stanley Lin

Sea bass tasted like precooked and overcooked. Rice was either dry or too soft. And the honey sauce makes no sense.

Faisal ALghamdie
Faisal ALghamdie

While the ambience and vibes of the place are great, the coffee and dessert did not match the expectations this place’s ambience sets. My friend and I both ordered a caramel latte, it was first served quite cold and was never hot at all, bear in mind we did not ask for an iced version. We then asked them to make it again and it was indeed much better. Moreover, I initially asked for a macchiato, the waiter did not even know what it was, which I find hilarious for a cafe server to not even know what a macchiato is. We also had a cheesecake, mediocre at best. Paying 7 dollars for a caramel latte justifies having high expectations for an incredible taste, this was not the case at all. The latte was quite foamy and bland. The only reason I would come here again would be if I had to get some work done while enjoying a comfortable couch and spectacularly clean restrooms.

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Kelly Machnik

We learned the hard way the reviews are accurate. We went for breakfast on the way out to the airport so it would be quick and easy. They took our order and brought coffee. Forgot the 8$ orange juice. 30 minutes later the server asks us how we are doing. We obviously had no food and she said she would check with the kitchen. A little later she comes back to recheck our order and admitted she had not put the order in to the kitchen. We told her we didn’t have time and had to leave. Still charged us for the coffee. Now keep in mind, there were maybe five other people total in the cafe at the time. Do not recommend. Much better breakfast spots nearby like Breakfast Republic or 6th&G.

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Jorge Chapeton

They asked all the guest at the bar what they wanted, but me. Never coming back.

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Yahaira Lescana

Service was terrible, we sat at the bar waiting to get asked what we wanted to drink. And never happened. Sat and waited patiently for 10 minutes and bartender didn’t even look our way making drinks for others right in front of us and not even a word.

Jorge Chapeton
Jorge Chapeton

They asked all the guest at the bar what they wanted, but me. Never coming back.

Kelly Machnik
Kelly Machnik

We learned the hard way the reviews are accurate. We went for breakfast on the way out to the airport so it would be quick and easy. They took our order and brought coffee. Forgot the 8$ orange juice. 30 minutes later the server asks us how we are doing. We obviously had no food and she said she would check with the kitchen. A little later she comes back to recheck our order and admitted she had not put the order in to the kitchen. We told her we didn’t have time and had to leave. Still charged us for the coffee. Now keep in mind, there were maybe five other people total in the cafe at the time. Do not recommend. Much better breakfast spots nearby like Breakfast Republic or 6th&G.

Yahaira Lescana
Yahaira Lescana

Service was terrible, we sat at the bar waiting to get asked what we wanted to drink. And never happened. Sat and waited patiently for 10 minutes and bartender didn’t even look our way making drinks for others right in front of us and not even a word.

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1047 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

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Services

🥞 Breakfast
🥐 Brunch
🍽️ Lunch
🍾 Dinner
Coffee
🍰 Desserts
🥡 Takeout
🍴 Dine-in

Dining Options

🍽️ Dine In
🥡 Takeout

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Status
Verified by owner
🕐 Hours Today
7AM-12PM
Rating
3.8/5
💬 Reviews
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📞 Phone
+1 619-515-3000

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🌿 Outdoor Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
🚻 Restroom
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1047 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

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