Rikka Fika
810 13th St, San Diego, CA
Crema's Take
“Rikka Fika is a serene San Diego refuge where Japanese minimalism meets serious coffee craftsmanship, with staff who genuinely guide you through ceremonial-grade matcha selections and elevated pastries like their signature canelés with impossibly crispy exteriors. The whole operation radiates intentionality—from thoughtfully sourced beans to hand-selected pastries—creating a calm space that feels less like a caffeine pit stop and more like a moment of reset.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
The flavors of the vanilla and matcha canele were good and different. Instead of a custard like center it was a light airy cake like consistency. The "burnt" outside was canele perfection. I tried their cortado and it hit the spot. The seats were mostly taken up by people on…
If you are looking for a spot that takes pastries and lattes to the next level, Rikki Fika is a must-visit. I’m already planning my next trip back! The Highlights: • Chocolate Pastry: This was incredible. It reminded me of the iconic Costco chocolate muffin, but the "fancy…
I loved this place! Rebecca was the one who helped me figure out which matcha to get, and she was very knowledgeable and sweet! My matcha was perfect! The matcha was ceremonial grade from Kyoto, and I just got matcha with whole milk. I love the taste of good quality matcha with…
this has been my favourite café in san diego since shortly after they opened the permanent location! absolutely love everything about it: the owners’ passion for international coffee culture, dedication to quality craft, design aesthetics, and it all shines through in the…
Rikka Fika feels like a little reset button. Calm, minimal, very Japanese in the best way, quiet confidence, respectful energy, and everything is done with intention. We started with a cortado using their more floral blend and it was beautifully pulled. The latte art on a…
Crema Reviews
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