
About TEC Cafe
TEC Cafe is a beloved independent gathering spot right on the UCSD campus, where students and community members come together over quality coffee and genuine connection. Nestled near the heart of campus life, it's the perfect place to study, collaborate, or simply unwind with amazing views and a welcoming atmosphere. This is more than just coffee—it's a local hub where real relationships bloom and creativity thrives, away from the cookie-cutter chain experience.
What People Are Saying
from Google & Yelp"Nice coffee shop in UCSD campus. Very near the lion tree arena. Godd place for students to hang out"
"New internet cafe on campus, and it is a great place to do work especially with amazing views and baristas. With rows of computers, the cafe has the potential to be a hangout place where friends can gather to play video games."
"Matcha is really diluted (tastes like sweet milk)"
"Drinks are good, but I find whatever brand they use for teas to be a little bland. Service is pretty good. The gaming area is really nice. They don't always tell you when they upcharge you for items."
"I ordered the special green pomegranate tea. Disgusting is an understatement."
"Ambience is great, plenty of room to study. Service was also great, shoutout to the super friendly and accommodating baristas that helped me out, Nancy and..."
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