Starbucks - La Jolla

There are a number of different Starbucks Coffee shops that I like to stop when I have a good cup of coffee and my favorites are located in the Sports Arena Target Store, the Balboa Target Store and the one next to the Mission Valley Trolley stop, but I never have any problems finding a great Starbucks Coffee Shop if I want a good latte. The only distraction is the fact that customers cannot sit in their restaurant due to the coronavirus and enjoy a cup of their delicious coffee. Your qualified baristas are very good at preparing any kind of coffee you like, and they have a menu with dozens of different flavors to choose, as well as seasonal specialities. You also have an excellent selection of teas, sweet rolls and small special sandwiches if you want something different than a cup of coffee or something to snack together with your coffee.

This is an excellent Starbucks. I've visited many locations that vary in quality; sometimes the coffee is great, other times it's not. However, this particular location consistently delivers good coffee. There's ample parking, which makes it easy for me to get in and out quickly during the morning rush, and the service is always fast and friendly.

I may have made a poor choice with my drink, or perhaps it just wasn’t prepared well, but overall, my beverage tasted flat. It lacked depth and richness, offering only a warm sweetness. While it was nice to visit Starbucks, I wouldn't recommend the Hazelnut Latte for a vacation treat.

The staff were warm and very friendly. When I asked for a recommendation for a sweet yet strong coffee, they suggested I try the brown sugar oat milk espresso, and it did not disappoint!