Welcome to Blue Mug Coffee & Tea
At Blue Mug Coffee & Tea, located in Escondido, California, we believe that a great cup of coffee is best enjoyed in a warm, welcoming environment. Our story began with a passion for quality—both in our carefully crafted coffee and our relationships with patrons. This cozy café has become a community staple, drawing in locals with a diverse menu ranging from seasonal drinks like the Pistachio Bliss Latte to beloved classics like Mexican mocha and delightful pastries. The inviting ambiance and friendly staff cultivate a genuine sense of connection, making Blue Mug not just a coffee shop, but a place where friendships flourish and memories are made.
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1882 W El Norte Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92026 Hotline: (442) 277-4236
Welcome to the cozy corner of Escondido, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the serenity of warm tea blend seamlessly at Blue Mug Coffee & Tea. Nestled at 1882 W El Norte Pkwy, this beloved local gem invites you to indulge in delightful beverages, scrumptious pastries, and a true sense of community.
Walking into Blue Mug, you're enveloped in an atmosphere that feels inviting and vibrant. With plenty of seating that ranges from comfortable chairs to communal tables, it’s a perfect spot for those on a coffee date or anyone seeking a conducive environment to study or work. Customers rave about the friendly staff who remember regulars by name, further enhancing the warm community vibe that permeates this cafe.
- Seasonal Specials: The menu is delightfully expansive, featuring fan favorites like the Pistachio Bliss Latte and the Brown Sugar Macadamia. The rotating seasonal offerings ensure something new to try with each visit.
- Delicious Pastries: Be sure to get there early, as the bakery items such as pastries, bagels, and breakfast sandwiches often sell out quickly. Customers have described the cinnamon rolls and the pesto sauce paired with sandwiches as nothing short of divine.
- Community Favorite: It’s not just the coffee that keeps patrons coming back; it’s the overall experience. With a chill vibe and an inviting ambiance, it quickly becomes a "third place" where people gather to connect.
Reviewers often mention the café’s ability to bring together diverse age groups, making it an ideal backdrop for conversation, collaboration, or simply a moment of reflection over a cup of excellence. With drink offerings like the Dirty Chai and Mexican Mocha, each cup crafted with care, it's no wonder that Blue Mug has established itself as a must-visit in Escondido.
Pricing at Blue Mug remains reasonable, with gift items such as mugs starting at just $12.00 and tasty bottled drinks available at competitive rates. For those wanting to recreate their café experience at home, bulk coffee and tea selections can be purchased, allowing you to enjoy your favorites long after you leave.
In conclusion, at Blue Mug Coffee & Tea, the perfect blend of flavor, community, and environment comes together beautifully. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, make sure to stop by for the unforgettable flavors and the welcoming smiles that are sure to brighten your day.
Came in on a Saturday morning at around 9:50am, close to 10am. There was no wait, but there was already around 70% of tables filled with people drinking coffee and chatting. There is a lot of seating here! The vibes seem so cute. It seems like a local favorite. There are all different age groups hanging out around hereI'm surprised I've never heard of it before. They have seasonal drinks, so I got the Pistachio Bliss Latte (pistachio & brown butter). A worker's favorite is Brown Sugar Macadamia, so that's what we got as well. Got them in both 24oz. Their biggest size. Less ice Once it at 10am, a line started forming! It took about 15 minutes or so to get our drinks. They were so tasty! I give this place a 5 star because the workers were so nice, the environment felt welcoming, vibes were chill, local favorite, lots of seating, and tasty coffee. I also absolutely love when there are seasonal menus!
One of my fave coffee shops in Escondido! I come here all the time to study or chat with friends. They have a pretty big menu, but my personal faves are the Mexican mocha and dirty chai. They also have a lot of pastry options (so long as you get there early, they're popular) as well as bagels and breakfast sandwiches, all of which are delicious. The vibes here are so nice as it is a community spot where people come to talk, work, or even play music. The staff is also very nice and attentive.
I have been a patron for years, through 3-4 owners now. I love this place. The people who work there are amazing, they remember your name. There is a true sense of community at Blue Mug! The coffee is amazing, the food is delicious, and you can spend plenty of time reading all the fun signs inside. A community staple!!
Great coffee shop with indoor and patio seating. Service is great. They definitely have their regulars that come in and are created with follow-on questions from their last visit, or a greeting by name. Ambiance is "comfortable". It's can get its rushes where it's hard to find a seat, so it can feel small, but the place is very inviting... we could had stayed there for hours. They have food! I just got a cheese danish on this trip, but they have assorted pastries, eggs, and bagels too.
My favorite coffee shop in the area! Their dirty vanilla chai latte is super flavorful and wakes me up!
Love this coffee spot in Escondido. Service is great with pleasant baristas. The weekends get busy, but they are fairly quick. The caramel latte is amazing and I always enjoy coming here when I'm in the area.
I love love blue mug! Their coffee is delicious, their breakfast sandwiches and pastries are also great! That pesto sauce they serve with the sandwiches is so yummy!! There's always a line to or out the door. I love supporting local businesses and even better when the food and drinks are amazing! It's a great place to meet friends for coffee or even bring kids for a pastry and hot chocolate on the weekends.
This is that "third place" that others strive to be. It is the cozy neighborhood coffee shop, where friends meet to catch up, friends meet for the first time, husbands and wives meet mid day to see each other, people come to "work" and the community hums here. The tables and chairs are comfy, the music is the perfect pitch, sound and genre. The coffee menu board, I could spend weeks trying every thing and never get to the end of the list! There is something for everyone. With all the milk and nut milks you could want to fit your diet. For food they have scones, croissants, coffee cakes, cinnamon rolls, danish, muffins. For the vegans there is a perfect bar in the cold case. But what makes this place so special, is it the food, the comfy chairs, the music???? No, it's the staff. I was greeted with the biggest smile and welcome. I felt like it was an old friend. I love that they have brews of the day! Which is not what I got today. What I got today, is one of my old time favorites that I haven't seen in a long time. An orange peel mocha. Talk about breath of god amazing!! It was the corrrct temperature, flavors and preparation. And to make it extra extra, there was actual orange peel in my mocha! Yes please!!! For my snack, I opted for the thing I am always searching the world over for, the perfect cinnamon roll. Well, let me tell you, they have one of the top two ever! The other one is in an airport in Boise, so this is the best in the county by far! It is fluffy (unusual - but great), cinnamon-y and the drizzle of icing was sweet and proportional. Stop by, bring a friend or meet one.
I loved this place, I think this would be a great spot to study and stay and hangout. The workers are super friendly and the prices are pretty good. It was just enough of a busy environment and semi quiet. Their seating area isn't huge inside, but for a Saturday mid-morning it wasn't too crowded. My girlfriend got the snickerdoodle latte had good espresso, it didn't taste burnt. It was sweet but not too sweet. I got their spiced chai latte, it wasn't too spicy, it was a good amount and creamy. Their ice is top notch, it's like little pebbles.