Rosemary and Thyme Cafe
1475 University Ave, San Diego, CA
Crema's Take
“Tucked away like a secret garden, this San Diego cafe creates an enchanting outdoor terrace surrounded by lush greenery that feels like a peaceful escape from the bustling city. The vibe here is distinctly unhurried and welcoming—whether you're lingering over traditional specialty coffee, enjoying their surprisingly excellent brunch fare like chorizo burritos, or bringing the whole family for a leisurely Saturday morning. Reviewers consistently praise the attentive service and relaxed atmosphere that makes this hidden gem perfect for meeting friends or simply settling in for a slow, restorative coffee experience.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
We absolutely Loved this place! It’s tucked in the back past some other businesses, but it is a gem. We came on a Saturday morning and there was vibey music, delicious pork quesadillas, very friendly and kind staff, and the ambiance was perfect. We felt like we were in a jungle…
Such a cute little place. It’s like a secret garden/quiet terrace environment. We arrived shortly after 12pm, and there was no wait. The host just had to prep our table. Our server was great and very professional; for example, they only have black coffee that they can bring with…
Stopped by this restaurant for a late breakfast. The setting is outdoors surrounded by a lush garden, absolutely beautiful. We tried the chorizo burrito which was rich with brilliant chorizo, eggs and cheese and served with home fries. We also had a vegetable scramble…
It was a cute cafe. There were a few parking spots in the small parking lot right next to the cafe. They had a lot of outdoor spots but unfortunately it was raining pretty hard so we sat inside. They didn’t have as many tables indoor. But the indoor space was nicely decorated.…
We were a party of 6, 3 adults and 3 small children. I appreciate that the server IMMEDIATELY stated that for a party of 6 or more, the tip is auto included and anything additional is not needed. We definitely still tipped above the auto 20 but that goes to show the character of…
Crema Reviews
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