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Hillcrest · San Diego

Every Cup Is a
Carefully Crafted
Conversation Starter

At Coffeentalk @Hillcrest, we don't just serve coffee — we craft moments. From single-origin pour-overs to flaky, buttery pastries baked fresh each morning, every detail is designed to slow you down and savor the day.

12+ Single-Origin Beans
Daily Fresh Baked Goods
4.8★ Guest Rating
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Barista pouring specialty coffee at Coffeentalk Hillcrest
Fresh artisan pastries displayed at Coffeentalk

Rooted in Craft,
Built for Connection

Coffeentalk @Hillcrest was born from a simple belief: the best conversations start with the best coffee. Nestled on University Avenue in the heart of San Diego's Hillcrest neighborhood, we've created a space where every pour is intentional and every visit feels like coming home.

Our beans are sourced from small-lot farms known for exceptional quality, roasted to order, and brewed with precision by a team that lives and breathes coffee. Paired with pastries made fresh each morning in our kitchen, every experience here is designed to be remembered.

Single-Origin Sourcing Direct-trade beans from renowned farms
Fresh Daily Baked goods prepared every morning at dawn
Community Focused A gathering place for neighbors and friends

More Than Coffee —
It's the Moment

Warm interior of Coffeentalk Hillcrest cafe
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A Space to Stay

Soft lighting, comfortable seating, and an atmosphere that invites you to linger. Whether it's your morning ritual or an afternoon pause, our space feels like yours.

Barista carefully pouring coffee
02

Attention to Detail

Every pour, every grind, every temperature is measured. Our baristas are trained to treat each cup as a craft — because you deserve nothing less than exceptional.

Friends enjoying coffee together at Hillcrest
03

Community at Heart

We're more than a café — we're a gathering place. Regulars know our names, new faces are welcomed warmly, and every conversation matters to us.

Come Say
Hello

Address

1080 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103-3363

Hours

Mon – Fri: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sat – Sun: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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