The world doesn’t need another café. You know this. We know this. And yet, here we are. Why? Because what the world does need is connection. People are busy. We spend a majority of our days bumping into one another without noticing. Our eyes are on phones and our noses in laptops, working, staying busy, and attempting some semblance of relationship. Truth is, we’re not actually connecting at all. Not authentically. We believe that people need a more genuine type of contact… Something real. Public Square is a place for exactly that: a place to see and be seen, a place to hear and be heard, and a place to serve and be served. We do this in three ways: coffee, culture, and cause.
Espresso & unique light fare offered in a cool, art-lined spot with a sidewalk patio.
Hours
| Friday | 7 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–4 PM |
| Monday | 7 AM–4 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–4 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 8278 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
Phone: (619) 777-8273
Website: http://publicsquare.coffee/
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Reviews
Here is what we ordered:
• The Scone: This was amazing. It has that perfect texture, crusty on the outside but incredibly soft and moist on the inside. Pro tip: You have to try it with their honey butter. It is so good.
• Avocado Toast: Another hit. It comes on crunchy toasted sourdough with fresh arugula on top. Simple and delicious.
• Hot Chocolate: Heavenly! It was creamy and rich, exactly the way we like it.
• Matcha: This was on another level. Very cool and rich in flavor.
Even though it was busy, the service was super efficient. You just order at the counter first and they deliver the food right to your table. Highly recommend if you are looking for a great brunch spot in the area!
I’m so over spending money eating out when the order can’t even be made right. When I first started coming here, this sandwich was $9.95. Now it’s $13.95 because it’s supposedly “new and improved” with more egg, thicker bacon, and other upgrades. Today I decided to splurge and add basil oil ($1.95) and arugula, which brought the total to nearly $16.
I did appreciate that they actually followed through on my request for lightly toasted bread (since sometimes it’s so crispy it hurts my gums). But just because I made that personal adjustment doesn’t mean the egg should’ve been forgotten. The whole point of the “new and improved” version is the egg — and it wasn’t even on my sandwich.
So now I’m at home making my own egg to put on it. Honestly, what’s the point of raising prices if the basics aren’t even right?
I usually enjoy coming here, but this kind of experience makes it really hard to justify returning.
Updated For response:
I’d usually come in for things like this to get it rectified, but unfortunately I had to head straight to work, so I had to make do this time. I appreciate you reaching out and offering to make it right, thank you for that.
Inside the shop is lovely too. Just beware that in the middle of the shop where there is a comfy couch and chairs, they are on a slightly raised platform (like 3”), which is kinda easy to trip over if you are not paying attention.
Both days were busy but food service was fast. Drinks are delicious and vibes are on point. With all these it makes for a super busy place but staff have always been kind and helpful. Great local spot with chill vibes and yummy food! I just hate that it’s always busy