"This is THE BEST COFFEE stop in PB or possibly all of San Diego. Every drink is craft made and every item is prepared as ordered, so don't come here on a rush. Badr is an amazing and pleasant barista, he prepares your drink with so much attention to detail and the flavor he serves in his lattes are delicious and unique. The pistachio rose has become our favorite, but I have had his lavender latte, his acai bowls, his banana velvet smoothie, his strawberry smoothie, his cream cheese Danish, his everything bagel with cream cheese & I have not been disappointed by a single item. He offers something on the menu for any type of eater, even pup cups for his furry clients. He has the cutest table set out for you to sit there & eat, but the beach is down the street you so you can enjoy your coffee with ocean views. Just stop reading the reviews & Go support local, just order anything off his menu I swear you will never turn back to the basic lattes you've been used to."

"Hands down one of the best coffee shops around. This is easily a once a week stop for me and honestly sometimes more. The coffee is consistently amazing! My go to drinks are the cinnamon and honey latte and the pistachio rose. Both are incredible and you can tell a lot of care goes into every cup. The food is just as good. The turkey and cheese croissant and the acai bowls are absolutely killer and make this place perfect whether you are grabbing something quick or hanging out for a bit. A huge reason I keep coming back though is the owner Badr. He is genuinely one of the friendliest people you will meet and always makes you feel welcome. That personal touch makes a big difference and really sets this place apart. If you are looking for great coffee great food and a welcoming atmosphere this spot is a must."

"best coffee around truly, perfect to grab and walk around to the bay. Usually about a 10 minute wait, sometimes longer (so don’t come in a rush) but it’s well worth it. The time and care taken with each drink shows in the quality. Once you have the Iced biscoff latte you’ll be dreaming of it!"

"We love Café Matinal! The chalk is so fun for kids too. :) (Sometimes) picky kid approved hehehe. The kids love the smoothies "they're sweet and different" Café Matinal is little yet offers what average cafes in San Diego don't. The authenticity and care is always evident. Badr always offers a little sweet or treat which is a special touch. Perfect stop after being by the water too!!:)"

"Not only is this the best coffee in Pacific Beach, but the owner is quite possibly the kindest person I’ve ever met. He builds so much community around his stand and would give you the shirt off of his back. He’s the definition of a “ma and pa shop” and he will be the highlight of your day, I promise you. I don’t want to get a cortado anywhere else 🫶🏼"