Local Krave

Delicious coffee, and all natural ingredients. Friendly staff and nice atmosphere! Cronut; try one!

Small little koffee shop that rocks! The Kraveman is their go-​to specialty koffee drink and it’s amazing. It has so many flavors in each sip to please the palate. And as far as Kronuts go… These are the best you’ll ever have! Soft and sweet donut with a light flavored kream filling! This place is a «must visit» koffee house!

We were returning a camera lens to Nelson Photo Supplies across the street when we decided to give Local Krave a try for an açai bowl. Unfortunately by the time we got there, they had run out of it. The lady suggested their yogurt bowl. She explained how they are currently the only establishment in San Diego who serves this Greek yogurt they get from a vendor at local farmer’s market that produces it on his farm in Hemet. Why not. We also ordered the Kraveman which is their version of the Bulletproof coffee.
As I’m typing this review, I have forgotten what exactly was in the yogurt bowl, but it was all fresh and good. We would definitely order it again, even though we do prefer açai bowls. The Kraveman was surprisingly satisfying and nutty. It sort of reminded us of Bird Rock’s Trophy Wife. We liked it so much, we went back the following week and ordered one for each of us. It set us back $ 10, but it definitely doesn’t make you crash as fast as other coffee/​espresso beverages.
The place itself is clean and cozy with many local goods (coffee from WestBean, Dark Horse, Swell, granola, etc.) displayed on their counter space and shelves. There’s seating enough for 4 – 6 people inside with 2 – 3 tables outside. And, the 2 people who run the place are very friendly and informative of their products. Next time, we’ll get their names!

So this Unilocal bubble asked me «What keeps you coming back?» Well, a few things…
1) The Kraveman Coffee! It really does keep me «motivated» with a little push a little longer through out my day. And I mean, who wouldn’t want to have delicious butter AND coconut oil blended into their coffee?
2) Those Cream filled Cronuts! I should really consider walking here & back home instead of driving if I am going to continue with these beautiful & delicious cronuts.
3) Quentin! He sure is awfully pleasant!
4) I’ve got to kill my curiosity & try a few different items, so that will keep me coming back :)

Theta re open at 6am! I stopped in after a workout on my way to work. Quentin was so nice and made a fresh cup of coffee, brewed the right was just for me. I finished off my order with an awesome acai bowl. Yum!

I stumbled across this shop a couple of weeks ago when my hairstylist was running late and I had some time to kill. I had an Acaí bowl, and it’s hands down the best Acai bowl I’ve ever had! They put the perfect ratio of granola, fruit and honey drizzle on top and the acai is not too sweet, not too tart… just right! Seriously, I’ve been back at least ten times for them already. It’s becoming a problem. I’ve also tried their kraveman coffee. It’s an awesome, coconutty way to start the day! The owner, Quentin, is very friendly and he took a great deal of time to tell me how he got the shop! His mother and his girlfriend help him out and they’re always a pleasure to talk with. They close down the coffee shop at 2 because they produce organic ice cream in the back of the shop, which I think is really cool. I’m glad to see a shop like this thriving. I would give it ten stars if I could!

So, this place doesnt have its own brand. But what’s great is he goes around San Diego and finds the roasters and sells it at his shop.
He explains how drinks are made if you’re new to coffee. Super clean shop, and just opened 2 – 3 months ago. Please people, support these type of shops

Miss the Casa de Juice that was previously located here, but Local Krave is a very worthy replacement. Really high-​end, local coffees, all organic. The Kraveman coffee with grass-​fed butter, coconut oil, honey and cream, all blended together is quite decadent, a bit pricey at $ 5, but seems a fair price for these high-​quality ingredients. The Greek yogurt bowl is truly amazing, with local Dairy yogurt, granola, banana and blueberries drizzled w/​honey — really one of the best. Will definitely be back to try one of their cronuts filled w/​Bavarian cream, but at $ 6, think I’ll split it 3-​ways w/​my 2 daughters. Welcome to the neighborhood!

Everything about this place is amazing. The two proprietors, Romany and Quentin, are super nice. My brother and I are visiting from Oakland. I’m an omnivore but my brother is vegan. Romany created a custom vegan version of the Kraveman coffee just for him. It was just as delicious as my mother’s standard Kraveman. I ordered a pour over and a yogurt bowl, both were great. My yogurt bowl was filling, full of granola and fruit, although the yogurt (locally sourced) could honestly stand on it’s own, it’s that smooth. I am a yogurt snob and I this is some of the best I have ever had.
Romany and Quentin made us feel right at home. It’s nice having a small business that cares so much about its clientele.
P. S. They have cronuts! They also have other snack items that not only taste good but are good for you. Check them out, you will get hooked.

I live walking distance to this place and I finally tried it last week. The place is really cute, warm and a homey feeling at the same time hip. I always like to get the owners recommendations and they always turn out great. Cronuts = awesome!!! Coffee are amazing. Love that it is all organic and they even serve acai bowls (another yum and will try soon enough). I informed Quin that I liked dark coffee and he suggested the pour over Nicaraguan (I think). Nonetheless it was delicious. My boyfriend ordered the Kraveman and it was ridiculously tasty. I will order that next time.
The shop is decorated cute. There are a couple tables inside and a patio outside. We sat outside with our little Yorkie. Supporting local shops is my most favorite things to do. This place is awesome and not a corporation. thumbs up all the way!!!

This place is absolutely incredible. So nice to see an amazing small business doing well and serving up wonderful coffee and food.

I live right down the street from Local Krave and decided to stop in and try out their coffee one day — so happy I did! Their «Kraveman» is phenomenal! The owner is really nice and you can tell he is very passionate about his business and takes pride in every single cup he pours. Love supporting local businesses like this!

I’m in town and looking for a local coffee shop with wifi — thinking that this little gem would deliver, I stopped in. Well unfortunately, no Wifi (my fault for not checking to make sure) — but much to my surprise I had, what I now consider, the absolute best breakfast food ever!
The Acai bowl is ridiculously amazing… I love love love it. Took a chance and I’m so glad I did. Frozen acai berries blended to the consistency of soft gelato… topped with strawberries, bananas, thick saved coconut, crunchy granola and a drizzle of organic honey… pretty damn perfect if you ask me.
Oh yeah… and the coffee was delicious — I had the house blend. Check this place out if you are local.
and until they expand to Chicago, I will be stopping in as often as I’m in San Diego!

Right when I walked in I was greeted by Quinn. He was extremely friendly and educated me on all their offerings when I told him it was my first time. He immediately sold me on the kraveman coffee as I had never had a bulletproof coffee before. He had me taste it and let him know what I thought and it was great! Creamy frothy coconutty and hint of honey! I also tried their new liege waffles which was chewy and quite tasty. This was a fantastic soft opening and I plan to be back for their official grand opening in another week. Glad to have a local awesome coffee joint next to me. I also purchased their cold brew kit as a Christmas gift and the recipient loved it! Two thumbs up!

I’ve been to a lot of coffee shops in San Diego. Some may even consider me a coffee snob. This place has some of the best tasting coffee I have ever had. They have coffee down to a perfect art form. All their pour over coffees are fantastic. The coffee tastes so SMOOTH! I almost don’t need any creamer.
Plus, now they carry these yummy yogurt parfait bowls. They get the Greek yogurt fresh from a local guy — so good!
I will be coming here at least 2 times a week. You can count on it!

Finally, a coffeeshop that serves single-​origin pourovers in the OB/​PL area! I went in for a pourover and they had a nice selection of some beans from SD roasters. A friend told me about the Kraveman coffee (coffee, butter, coconut oil, honey, and cream) so I got that for my wife.
The pourover was great and then I tried my wife’s kraveman and oh. my. god. It brought tears to my eyes it was so gloriously delicious. Thick, creamy, and good level of sweetness — I’ve never had anything like it before. I’ll be going back for that kraveman over and over again.
Plus cronuts and waffles!

I had my first Bullproof Coffee known at this place as the Kraveman Coffee, a funny take on back to eating like a «caveman.» At five dollars the coffee comes with Dark Horse’s organic coffee, Kerrigold grass fed butter, coconut oil, honey, and cream prepared hot and all blended to a frothy life giving concoction.
The bullet no doubt had a unique flavor in a good way. The first thing I notices was how the butter left a slight flavor and butteriness on the tip of my tongue. The coconut oil was the most aggressive component in the drink and the coffee’s flavor was subtle and quite good. The honey acted as a great natural sweetener and rounded the coffee out just nicely. The Kraveman Coffee did have an initial tang but it quickly settled into its creamy and frothy goodness provided by the cream and high hot velocity blending. The Kraveman can me iced down as well to a cold drink. Great stuff.
The Local Krave, is just that, in that they carry products that you would normally find at our local certified farmers’ markets. Their products are locally made, like the what all the rage at this place, the Bavarian Cream filled Cronuts. Seriously, while I was there, one buy bought every single one that was left in the shop! They carry a mêlée of products, from coffee grounds and beans, guacamole, kale chips, organic nuts and blends, and organic chocolates.
The place has been recently remodeled and there are plans to add an outside patio, Wi-​Fi, and some physical changes to the inside as well. I look forward for all that to come together and to try their Greek Yogurt Bowl that I here is so amazingly good.

Drove by a few times and saw a Cronuts sign so I stopped in for the first time today.
As soon as I walked in the door I felt welcomed!
The owners shook my hand and asked my name! I haven’t had that customer experience ever! This mother and son duo talked with me while making my coffee. I told them I we picking up a cronut for my grandfather in the convalescent home down the street. Needless to say that cronut and coffee made his day!
I ordered the Kraveman coffee and they had me taste it before I left to see my reaction. It was smooth and delicious and not too sweet which is a huge bonus for me considering most places hide the coffee in sugar. They took the time to explain the science behind my coffee choice which was a huge plus for me.
I always forget to review places by the time i get home but this place has been on my mind since I left. It was that great! I will be back soon, it’s slightly out of my way for coffee but considering the experience I had it’s totally worth it!

An Amazing small local business featuring other local treasures like gourmet chocolates, salads, guacamole and more.
I went with the owners suggestion of the «Kraveman» –a twist on the popular palo bulletproof coffee. Taste like a latte but not as heavy or sweet (I’m sure you can add more cream if you wanted or more honey). It was a nice curb for my oncoming sweet tooth attack.
They also do pour over coffee, something I’ll try next time if I dare skip over the Kraveman.
Oh ya, CRONUTS. Thankfully they had already been sold out for hours or else I would have been in trouble. I did get to hear how lovely they were from a lady who came back to get her second fix of Local Krave while I was in.

While I was lamenting the loss of my beloved Casa de Juice, which appeared, disappeared and then reappeared before disappearing again, I was happy to see that Local Krave has opened in it’s place in that cute little house along Midway Drive.
Now the color scheme is muted earth tones and dark trim, instead of the sometimes garish emerald green of Casa de Juice. But what is unique here is that Local Krave is featuring Cronuts on it’s menu and offers some fine tasting coffee. It’s organic coffee and a pour over so it is strong! Great that there is a choice of half and half or a richer whipped whole cream for your coffee.
Really am loving this place. It serves the kind of unique items you can usually only find at the Farmer’s Markets or food truck gatherings. The Cronuts and Coffee set me back $ 10 this morning but it was worth it for such a treat. The Cronut was so extravagantly superb and the light chocolate drizzle on the outside perfectly set off the creamy insides. While not much of a pastry person, (my weakness is surely ice cream) I could certainly develop a bad habit at this Local Krave.
Coming soon: a juice bar is opening! Hallelujah. While not my beloved & affordable Casa de Juice, (a green drink here at Local Krave will set you back $ 11) it will be a fantastic spot to grab some cold-​pressed juices. Also on the future menu, healthy grab-​and-​go meal options.
1 Unilocal STAR deducted because you might need to have a fully stuffed wallet to afford this place on a regular basis.