"Portside Coffee & Gelato came highly recommended by a local friend, and it was a great stop while in San Diego. The breakfast burrito was excellent—savory, filling, and well-balanced, with plenty of protein and potato without feeling overly heavy. I also ordered a savory latte, which paired nicely and wasn’t too sweet. One of the best parts is the setting: open public seating on both the first floor (covered and comfortable) and the second floor, which offers beautiful, unobstructed views of the water. A relaxed, easy spot to start the day. I’d happily return for a slower morning."

"The atmosphere is incredible!!!! Such a beautiful and unique place. The coffee was delicious and very fairly priced. Our drinks were made quickly despite a small line. We were a little disappointed because all the tables were dirty with crumbs and spilled coffee, so we had to wipe up after other people. They have lots of different table sizes for different groups and even have several umbrellas. We would absolutely come back here & highly recommended!"

"We stopped by Portside for something small, and the waterfront view is absolutely gorgeous and definitely the highlight of the experience. The location alone makes it a great spot to sit and enjoy the scenery. We ordered a simple fruit and yogurt, but unfortunately some of the fruit tasted a bit off. The yogurt was very plain, with no honey or anything to help balance the flavors. Overall, the food quality felt underwhelming and I’d rate it about a 2 out of 5. That said, the ambiance and view easily earn a 5 out of 5."

"I was really excited to visit Portside Coffee and Gelato for a birthday brunch, drawn in by the beautiful views and past reviews. While the atmosphere lived up to its praise providing a peaceful, slightly cloudy morning and a lovely water view. The rest of the experience didn’t quite match. I ordered a muffin and found it disappointingly dry. The cashier wasn’t very welcoming either, which put a damper on the mood, especially for a birthday visit. I also ordered fish and chips from the Dockside menu. While I’m a picky eater and it wasn’t exactly my thing, I can say the fish was served hot with a crunchy batter. What really saved the experience was the bartender at Dockside. He was genuinely kind and offered a warm demeanor that stood out among otherwise lackluster service. All in all, the atmosphere and view are great reasons to visit, but the food and service felt inconsistent."

"Delicious coffee, burritos and fruit bowls. Went there now second time for my morning walk, will be back. Beautiful place with good decent food and prices are fine too. Like it !"