The best cafes in San Jacinto

6 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Summerfield Tea Bar

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Cozy restaurant serving popcorn chicken and other snack foods, plus bubble tea, milk tea and fruit teas, matcha.

1722 W 1st St g (Santa Ana)

“Cozy restaurant serving popcorn chicken and other snack foods, plus bubble tea, milk tea and fruit teas, matcha.”

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Tierra Mia Coffee Drive Thru

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Lively and clean coffeehouse with local origins serving traditional beverages and pastries.

201 N State College Blvd (Anaheim)

“Lively and clean coffeehouse with local origins serving traditional beverages and pastries.”

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Caffe Mercato

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Caffe Mercato pours a mean espresso and cafe de olla, then keeps you lingering with warm panini, avocado toast, and legit bakery treats…

30141 Antelope Rd n (Menifee)

“Caffe Mercato pours a mean espresso and cafe de olla, then keeps you lingering with warm panini, avocado toast, and legit bakery treats like tiramisu and cannoli. Swing by when you need a cozy reset, a sugar boost, or both.”

From the Lake Elsinore newsletter, August 5, 2026

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The Cafe Krave

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The Cafe Krave keeps it simple and delicious with made-to-order breakfast sandwiches, specialty coffee that actually wakes you up, and…

2400 E Katella Ave #175 (Anaheim)

“The Cafe Krave keeps it simple and delicious with made-to-order breakfast sandwiches, specialty coffee that actually wakes you up, and daily soups and specials built on fresh ingredients. When you want a no-fuss, real-food start, this place has your back.”

From the Anaheim newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Barnes & Noble

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Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

728 Spectrum Center Dr (Irvine)

“Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.”

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Hello Kitty Café

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Cafe serving pastries featuring Hello Kitty cakes, as well as high tea and cocktails.

860 Spectrum Center Dr (Irvine)

“Cafe serving pastries featuring Hello Kitty cakes, as well as high tea and cocktails.”

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