Captain's Grounds Coffee
1832 S Coast Hwy, Carlsbad, CA
Crema's Take
“This vibey Carlsbad spot has earned a devoted following for its boldly crafted specialty drinks, particularly the beloved Mexican Mocha that keeps people coming back. Beyond the excellent coffee, Captain's Grounds excels at the full experience—think perfectly flaky croissants, creamy avo toast, and a cheerful morning crew that makes the communal space feel genuinely welcoming, whether you're lingering over breakfast or meeting a friend.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
Tried out this coffee place for the first time, they were pretty busy so took quite a bit to actually order and get my coffee. I tried the Mexican mocha and it was really good. I recommend this place if you want some good coffee right on the 101
10/10 all around! The morning crew here is cheerful, friendly, and fun, the coffee is great, and it’s a vibey little spot. I loved the Mexican Mocha - great flavor, not too sweet. The “Paradise Bar” is all I need in life - it’s perfectly sweet (not too), perfectly nutty, and the…
By far my favorite local coffee spot there ever was. The vanilla lattes slap, the avo toast is fire, the açaí bowls are perfect. The all around vibes are high and the people who work here are the loveliest. I cannot recommend this place enough and I’m down to fight anyone who…
This was a happy little find today! Dirty iced chai was top tier. And the croissant? She was perfectly gorgeous and flaky. The outside seating was a whole vibe, and the tables inside were perfect for getting a little work done, even attached to a vintage store with a bit of…
Captain's Grounds Coffee serves a bold cup of coffee, and the service was prompt, which is expected. What makes Captain's Grounds Coffee a five star ⭐ experience is the layout of the coffee shop. The coffee shop offers both interior and exterior seating. Inside the coffee shop…
Crema Reviews
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