Vinaka Cafe

Kristina Montes

year ago

I visit here regularly. The staff is welcoming and establishment is clean and spacious. I always get the turkey avocado with sourdough toasted. It comes with a side of chips and pickles. The cheese danish pastry is a breakfast to go to. The signature latte iced or blended is also a win for me. if you are just looking for a good pastry the homemade cookies are the best in town. I love supporting this small business.

David Leppo

2 months ago

Good breakfast with broad selection of teas. Nice kids area with a wooden train set, some duplos, coloring desk, chalkboard, etc. You can tell someone puts some TLC into it between the plants and momentos.

John C

3 years ago

Cozy quaint coffee shop in the Carlsbad Village Square. Plenty of good seating arranged well inside and out. Good place for laptop studies inside and nice other tables in small areas. Atmosphere was relaxed and casual. Good fast service and great coffee specials. Plenty of tasty treats to sample in future visits. Recommend.

Janna Glaze

year ago

Vinaka Cafe is a gem just a few blocks from the beach—perfect for a quick stop during a coastal stroll. I tried their Mexican coffee, and it was súper delicioso! My husband got a latte, which was smooth and flavorful. We also shared a blueberry muffin that was fresh, moist, and just the right amount of sweetness. The cozy atmosphere and friendly service made it a great experience overall. Whether you’re in need of a caffeine boost or a quick snack, Vinaka Cafe is an excellent choice. We’ll definitely be back!

jacqueline edelman

4 months ago

Great spot to come work remotely without that feeling of isolation... there's a good community of remote workers and plenty of outlets and space. The match was good and breakfast sandwich did not disappoint!

Adam Smith

month ago

We had a great first visit and really enjoyed the atmosphere and friendly service. The cafe is cozy and welcoming, with thoughtful touches like a kids’ play area, books, games, and convenient charging outlets. The food and matcha drinks were delicious, and the prices were very reasonable. It’s a great place to relax, work, or spend time with family, and we’ll definitely be back.

Michael Finneran

3 months ago

Got my coffee at Vinaka—what a treat. I purchased a cup of very good coffee to enjoy there, and they even offered one free refill. Their food menu looks impressive, although I haven’t tried any of the dishes yet. My partner ordered the house salad yesterday and said it was really fresh and delicious—definitely worth the money. The ambiance is down-to-earth and cozy, making it a great place to relax. One downside is that the Wi-Fi isn’t strong enough if you need to work efficiently, but honestly, this is more of a place to enjoy coffee and unplug from the digital world. I highly recommend giving this place a try.

Jojo

8 months ago

Not a place for sweet tooth person who is on diet! I have no idea why I just found out this gem despite living in the area for quite some time. The overall atmosphere is so warm and cozy. People are longing with their laptops and I wish I had one when I did walk in so I could just sit and relax. I did togo though. The lemon cake is a bomb! Not super sweet and the lemon cream is just perfect. I am not an expert in coffee but to me the iced caramel latte was great. If I live a bit closer I’d come here instead of Starbucks of course. The lady at the counter was all nice and smiley that I have to give 5 stars cause she smiled (many just say hi and look at you like they’re done for the day). I saw varieties of cake so next time will def get something new. Be careful walking in cause no way you’re walking out without having a piece of cake.

Freedom Laser Hawaii

4 months ago

So good! We came here with my family and got the matcha latte, breakfast bagel, and the avocado toast. All of it was so delicious, they also have a nice play area for kids to draw with chalk and crayons. Highly recommend, mahalo!

Leah Joy

5 months ago

Visited here on Sunday while I was running around doing errands. I’ve never been here but thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere and the service. They had a kids play area and best of all, outlets for chargers!!! There were books, puzzles and games to borrow to pass the time. The food and matcha drinks were amazing and I can’t wait to come back. This place was way less busy than the Naked Cafe and the prices were very reasonable.