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Philz Coffee

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As a San Diego-based chain, we're passionate about serving up custom coffee, teas, specialty drinks, and pastries that bring people together. At our La Jolla location, you'll find a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. Our friendly baristas take the tim...

Philz Coffee

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About Philz Coffee

As a San Diego-based chain, we're passionate about serving up custom coffee, teas, specialty drinks, and pastries that bring people together. At our La Jolla location, you'll find a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. Our friendly baristas take the time to get to know you...

As a San Diego-based chain, we're passionate about serving up custom coffee, teas, specialty drinks, and pastries that bring people together. At our La Jolla location, you'll find a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. Our friendly baristas take the time to get to know you, crafting each drink just the way you like it. From the rich flavors of our expertly brewed coffee to the sweet treats that pair perfectly with your morning pick-me-up, we're dedicated to serving up a little bit of San Diego sunshine in every cup and pastry.

What Customers Say About Philz Coffee

Philz Coffee in La Jolla is a popular spot known for its unique, customized coffee brewing and friendly staff. The Mint Mojito is a standout favorite. Be prepared for a potentially busy environment, especially during peak hours.

Popular Dishes

Mint Mojito (4) Tantalizing Turkish coffee Jacob’s dark roast Tiramisu iced ginger snap ecstatic dancing water

Best For

Solo Dining Casual Tourists Locals Quick Bite

Tip: Customize your drink to your taste, specifying creaminess and sweetness. Be aware that individual brewing can take time, especially when busy.

Features

📶 WiFi 🌳 Outdoor 🅿️ Parking Accessible 🌅 Breakfast Coffee
🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy Trendy 👥 Groups

What to see nearby

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8929 University Center Lane
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University of California, Sally T. WongAvery Library
A 764m

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Explore the area around Philz Coffee

Philz Coffee is located in La Jolla, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Other Points of Interest

  • Nobel Executive Center (A 363m) — building in San Diego
  • 8899 University Center Lane (A 398m) — building in San Diego
  • 8929 University Center Lane (A 521m) — building in San Diego
  • University of California, Sally T. WongAvery Library (A 764m) — academic library building part of the UC San Diego Library
  • Q120405650 (A 803m)
  • Q121463223 (A 897m)
  • Conrad Prebys Music Center (A 972m)

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Frequently asked questions about Philz Coffee

Philz Coffee is located at 8849 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037, La Jolla.
Near Philz Coffee you can find points of interest such as Nobel Executive Center, 8899 University Center Lane, 8929 University Center Lane, University of California, Sally T. WongAvery Library.
Philz Coffee offers coffee cuisine.
Philz Coffee has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Philz Coffee offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway.
The most recommended dishes at Philz Coffee based on customer reviews are: Mint Mojito, Tantalizing Turkish coffee, Jacob’s dark roast, Tiramisu, iced ginger snap.
Philz Coffee is ideal for solo dining, casual dining, tourists, locals, quick bites.
Philz Coffee in La Jolla is a popular spot known for its unique, customized coffee brewing and friendly staff. The Mint Mojito is a standout favorite. Be prepared for a potentially busy environment, especially during peak hours.
Customize your drink to your taste, specifying creaminess and sweetness. Be aware that individual brewing can take time, especially when busy.
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Philz Coffee La Jolla Reviews

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Mindy Xia

Philz is definitely among my favorite coffee places around utc area. I would strongly recommend mint mojito and coffee rose to anyone who hasn’t tried. Their coffee is of the best quality and seasonal specials always surprise me with something new. Everytime I want a drink, I just order through the app and it will be ready when I arrive for pickup. Staffs are friendly and the atmosphere is comfortable to be in.

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Diana Rubenstein

I came in here for the first time. Typically I get blended drinks but since there was none, I let the beautiful cashier pick what to make me and she did not disappoint! It was perfect ❤️

Aaron E.J O'brien
Aaron E.J O'brien

What a nice coffee—sweet and delicious! This is an exclusive franchise in California, which means you should visit Philz Coffee when traveling there.

Jerry Miranda
Jerry Miranda

Had an enjoyable time. Great bagels. Good coffee. Friendly staff. Welcoming atmosphere.

Petr Simecek
Petr Simecek

It is good to have a time machine. Philz coffee ☕ is mine. It take me to S.F. 2017-2018. Good years. Good coffee.

Matt Luo
Matt Luo

I tried the ecstatic as well as the dancing water. Both cold and enjoyed on the outside tables. There’s a big difference in taste. The east coast preferences seem to favor these light roasts. I preferred the dancing water.

Zury Cibrian
Zury Cibrian

Mint mojito is excellent as always!! *clean restrooms and great quick service*

Scott Culkin
Scott Culkin

Philz is the best. Only three locations around here. Their app is really good. LJ is my go-to. A special shout-out to Tochi for the excellent customer service today.👊

Neal Benson
Neal Benson

This is absolutely one of our favorite coffee shops to go to. My wife and I’ve stopped here a couple times when we’re in San Diego and we absolutely love this location and the coffee. It’s easy to access this location right off the freeway and the staff has always been friendly. The bathrooms are clean, which I think is a high priority to me and the coffee is really good.

Nicole Ahn
Nicole Ahn

I love how they brew each cup individually and let you customize it to your taste. My go-to is iced mint mojito ~ refreshing and perfectly balanced. The staff is always friendly. If you're a coffee lover, Philz is definitely worth to try.

Tyler H
Tyler H

A unique and quirky coffee shop with killer drinks. The vibe inside is very relaxed. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Great service for a coffee chain. You pick your drink, how creamy and sweet you want it. There are tons of options. Ranging from typical coffee shop to unique drinks. My favorite coffee chain. Well worth the stop.

Jea Kim
Jea Kim

Stopped by to grab some drinks before heading to La Jolla Beach, and my local friends weren’t exaggerating when they said this was one of the city’s most popular coffee spots. The shop was completely packed, but we were able to get our drinks within 5 minutes. I tried three of their signature drinks, and the Iced Coffee Rose was my favorite. It was the sweetest of the three, but the delicate rose flavor that lingered at the end was absolutely enchanting—it felt like a slice of rosewater cream cake. The Iced Mint Mojito was also a nice surprise. While I’m not usually a fan of mint, here it was subtle and well-balanced. If you’re in the mood for creative and thoughtfully crafted coffee drinks, I highly recommend checking them out.

Liang Huang
Liang Huang

The coffee and bakery tastes pretty good. Barista was friendly. I bought some whole beans, although they don’t mark the date when the beans were roasted or an expiration date. To have the best of coffee a fresh roast and consumption in a month or so is a must.

amber enriquez
amber enriquez

Really busy and modern coffee shop with an assortment of pastries and different coffees. The offer specialty drinks as well. I chose the Jacob’s dark roast with light ice, cream added and an almond croissant toasted. The coffee was deep, decadent, and delicious. The croissant was yummy as well with a coating of powdered sugar to add some more sweetness to the almond paste in top of the pastry. Although there was a massive line upon entry, it moved very quickly and I was out in less than 10 mins. The cashier also gave me recommendations when I told her it was my first time there. Such a nice little place to visit with great atmosphere, upbeat personalities, and quick but efficient service.

Josh Baltazar
Josh Baltazar

Went to Philz Coffee, ordered the Tantalizing Turkish coffee. This has Mint and Cardamom which made me really want to try it. I got some cream in it but no sugar. You could really tasted the mint and the coffee was super good. There were a ton of orders but it took me less than 5 minutes to order and get my coffee. Great place and really good coffee.

C W
C W

Stopped in for our morning coffee on our vacation. I was very surprised by the set up. It’s a nice coffee shop. The girl taking the orders definitely has the best job there, since everyone else is so busy. I wanted to try something a little different so I got the iced ginger snap. I really liked it! Nice change of pace for me! I didn’t see the avocado toast offered this morning, but that could be my mistake. Nice location, easy to get to.

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Celine Lee

Ever since I tried the Philz Coffee signature Mint Mojito drink, it has always been my go-to order whenever I visit a Philz. I love that we can select the sweetness and creaminess level as it allows me to go for light sweetness and light cream. It does take some time, around 10+ minutes or more, to get your order, so only come to Philz if you're not in a hurry. Otherwise the coffee is great and service is nice! When I first tasted my drink, i found it wasn't minty enough, and so asked if they could make it more minty - they said they don't use mint syrup but use fresh mint (which is a big plus, cus the less processed is better)! I would advise that the bathrooms also be regularly cleaned, if possible, because when I went to use it, the previous user did not flush the toilet, which was a bit unsightly, so I also informed one of the staff.

Ajay Bhushan
Ajay Bhushan

They are very consistent in their coffee with same unhurried pace while brewing each cup. The staff is knowledgeable and happy to offer suggestions.

California Calamansi
California Calamansi

Fantastic coffee! Philz coffee has fantastic coffee. Lots of options for drip coffee and other coffee concoctions. We tried the Tiramisu (seasonal) and Mint Mojitos. Both were delicious and can be adjusted to your preference in sweetness and milk. This is definitely a popular location with people chatting and working. The murals and pantings definitely give it a beachy vibe.

Kathleen Chang
Kathleen Chang

I ordered the mint mojito. I've ordered it at other locations, and the one from this one was not very minty. The only mint aspect was the visual mint pieces on top :( . It was also annoying how many people were camped there working. This location has quite a few tables and seats but it was full of people with their laptops! Overall, slightly disappointed but the barista was friendly.

Allen Juda
Allen Juda

If you love coffee and have time to wait for it, you'll want to go to Philz. Each cup is individually brewed according to your selection from creative flavors. This takes some time. There were some pastries, but not as good as the coffee. The coffee is a bit pricey, but it's made specifically for you.

Iryna Yaresko-Linska
Iryna Yaresko-Linska

To be honest, I don't know how to evaluate this place😁 we came here for coffee with friends. There were actually a lot of people here. There was a long line in front of us and right behind us. I expected that it was a popular place and the coffee was delicious. But after I tried the coffee, I was disappointed. It was black coffee without milk, because this place has its own specialty. However, the coffee was too bitter, like it was burnt, and very tasteless. I will not come back here again. But that's just my opinion. I have seen a lot of visitors here. Maybe I didn't understand this place. Although I like black coffee also, especially filter coffee, But I didn't like the coffee here. I liked the almond croissant😋

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Mohammed Tantoush

I’ve been a loyal Philz Coffee customer for over 15 years and have visited numerous locations throughout California. Unfortunately, this location reflects a growing and concerning decline in drink quality and consistency that I’ve experienced across several Southern California stores, and I’m sure it’s the reason why their plan for East Coast expansion failed! The drinks are consistently watery, lack distinct coffee flavor, and taste diluted or burnt. The signature creamy foam from the shaken heavy cream—something Philz is known for—is completely missing, replaced by watered-down ice with no foam or texture. This is not the Philz experience the brand was built on. During my most recent visit, my drink had to be remade three times, and it still wasn’t correct. The barista acknowledged the issue but offered excuses instead of solutions. When the manager remade it, he challenged me on how the drink should be prepared, questioned my order and how long I’ve been coming to Philz, insisted it was made differently than it always has been, and turned the interaction into an unnecessary argument rather than focusing on quality and customer service. The final drink the manager prepared was even worse than the first two. After 15 years of ordering the same drink across many locations, I know how it should taste and how it should be presented & prepared. No customer should be placed in a confrontational situation with management over basic drink quality and consistency. Why were my concerns met with defensiveness rather than professionalism and problem-solving? This isn’t just about one bad visit—it reflects a broader pattern of declining standards. If Philz wants to maintain its reputation and customer loyalty, there needs to be a serious focus on training, quality control, and management professionalism. This isn’t just a bad day — it reflects poor training, lack of standards, and weak management. Long-time customers know how Philz drinks are supposed to taste, and this location clearly isn’t meeting that standard. If this continues, Philz risks losing loyal customers and damaging the brand it spent years building. Very disappointing experience from a brand I’ve supported for over a decade. This feedback comes from a place of loyalty and genuine concern. Philz built its reputation on craftsmanship, consistency, and customer experience, and I truly hope this location — and others like it — receive better training and quality oversight so the brand can maintain the standard it’s known for.

Riko M
Riko M

I was in pjs ordered gave my name. 5 people after me got their order, they didn’t call my name my food was cold after I asked for it to be heated. I wanted to get my money back but I’m pretty sure I’d be ignore because I didn’t fit the image of the coffee shop so I just left and gave the items to homeless person

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8849 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037

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Services

🥞 Breakfast
Coffee
🍰 Desserts
🥡 Takeout
🍴 Dine-in

Dining Options

🍽️ Dine In
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Verified by owner
🕐 Hours Today
5AM-7PM
Rating
4.4/5
💬 Reviews
778
💰 Price Level
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⏱️ Typical Visit
People typically spend 10-45 min here
📞 Phone
+1 858-242-5070
🌐 Website
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📶 Free WiFi
🅿️ Parking
🌿 Outdoor Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
🚻 Restroom
💳 Credit Cards
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8849 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037

Nobel Executive Center

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8899 University Center Lane

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8929 University Center Lane

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University of California, Sally T. WongAvery Library

academic library building part of the UC San Diego Library

A 764m
Conrad Prebys Music Center
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