Lofty Coffee Co.

Lofty Coffee Co.

97 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA

★★★★★4.6(357 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Perched on its own private hill in Encinitas, Lofty Coffee Co. offers a distinctive escape with elevated views and thoughtful ambiance—think warm bulb lights and a genuine sense of place that draws both focused workers and casual visitors. The baristas really know their craft, offering multiple varietal choices and brewing methods, paired with fresh pastries and surprisingly good food that goes beyond typical café fare. While it skews a bit pricey and attracts the well-heeled crowd, those who value quality coffee, knowledgeable service, and a beautiful setting tend to find it worth the splurge.

What to expect

Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.

Craft espressoMeetingsPastriesFull breakfastLaptop friendlySlow sitSpecialty drinksPour overFamily friendlyOutdoor seatingTraditional drinksLight food

Google Reviews

J S
★★★★★5 months ago

Good food, good coffee, knowledgeable and friendly staff. A bunch of bougie people go here, it is a bit pricey. After that statement I'm bumping that star to a 2. "We understand that pricing can feel different for everyone, but". That statement sounds a bit condescending. To…

Daphne Martínez
★★★★★5 months ago

I had high expectations for this café, but my experience was average at best. The service was generally poor, and the açaí bowl I ordered was pretty disappointing. I also ordered a latte, but it wasn’t hot when it was handed to me. Overall, it just didn’t live up to what I was…

Kevin Hansen
★★★★★6 months ago

Top notch coffee shop. The barista was friendly and knowledgeable. Several varietal choices of coffee as well as different brew methods. The croissant was very fresh and the yogurt bowl was superb. In addition everything was served by friendly servers. I recommend Lofty and hope…

Nikki A
★★★★★a year ago

Wow what a beautiful coffee shop . Perched up high on the street so when you sit outside you have a beautiful view of the street . Cute bulb lights add to the ambiance . Seems like a family friendly space - plenty of seating outside . We ordered a drip coffee and a salted…

Pierre Beaufrand Jr. Mendoza
★★★★★a year ago

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Lofty Coffee in Encinitas is an absolute gem! Hidden away on a private hill just off the main road, it’s the perfect spot to relax, work, or just soak in the vibe with a great cup of coffee. The seating areas are super chill, whether you're grabbing your morning brew…

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