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Yipao Coffee

Yipao Coffee Yipao Coffee is a specialty Colombian coffee shop located in two locations in San Diego, California - University Heights-Kairoa and Pacific Beach-PB. They offer a variety of coffee options, including their famous Colombian mocha and pour over Bourbon Sidra Natural. In addition to their delicious coffee, Yipao Coffee also serves refreshing beverages like guanábana juice and summer favorites like coconut lemonade. With warm and friendly service, Yipao Coffee is the perfect spot to enjoy a cup of coffee or grab a pastry for breakfast or lunch.

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05/16/2026

Back in Ibagué, Colombia, continuing to calibrate our palates and deepen our understanding of exceptional coffees.

Grateful to and the National Federation of Coffee Growers of Colombia, Regional Tolima for bringing together coffee professionals committed to the highest standards of quality and sensory excellence.

This ongoing learning helps us continue selecting and sharing the finest Colombian coffees at Yipao Coffee ☕️

Your dog deserves a good coffee shop too. Good news for dog parents 🐾Yipao is pet friendly because your morning ritual s...
05/15/2026

Your dog deserves a good coffee shop too. Good news for dog parents 🐾
Yipao is pet friendly because your morning ritual shouldn’t mean leaving your best friend behind. Come grab your cup, soak up the San Diego sun, and bring the whole crew.

We’ll take care of you. Both of you. ☕🇨🇴

📍 Pacific Beach | University Heights

WE’RE HIRING BARISTAS ☕️at Yipao Coffee, we’re looking for experienced baristas who are passionate about specialty coffe...
05/14/2026

WE’RE HIRING BARISTAS ☕️

at Yipao Coffee, we’re looking for experienced baristas who are passionate about specialty coffee, respect quality and craft, and bring strong attention to detail and consistency to everything they do.

What we value:
• Minimum 1 year of barista experience. dialing in espresso | pour over brewing
• Clean, professional appearance
• ⁠Commitment to cleanliness, organization, and the overall presentation of the café
• ⁠Punctuality and schedule reliability
• ⁠Strong teamwork and a collaborative mindset
• ⁠Warm and genuine customer service

If you’re passionate about coffee, hospitality, and maintaining high standards, we’d love to hear from you.

Send your resume to [email protected]

05/11/2026

🎶 Teach me how to Dougie…

05/09/2026

Celebrate Mom with an exceptional Colombian coffee and make a meaningful impact in the lives of women coffee growers in Colombia 🌷

20% of every Pink Bourbon Natural sold will be donated to SANA an organization that supports the mental health and well-being of Colombian women coffee producers.

A gift with a double purpose 🌸

Link to shop and learn more about SANA in our bio.

05/02/2026

Captured the vibe better than we ever could ☕️ Appreciate you, this one hits 🔥

Some moments just hit different 😎Getting invited by Brewista to share our coffee at their booth during World of Coffee S...
04/16/2026

Some moments just hit different 😎

Getting invited by Brewista to share our coffee at their booth during World of Coffee SD, alongside other incredible brands and as a local San Diego roaster was one of those.

New faces, real connections, coffee flowing all day ☕️

Grateful for the space, the trust, and the love. 🤍

See you at the next World of Coffee USA … and World of Coffee Bogotá 👀🇨🇴

📸 by .film

04/11/2026

Still not over this…
Bringing together incredible producers and barista champion Carlos Escobar around Colombian coffee, simply on another level. 🇨🇴☕️ Colombian coffee people, the ones elevating Colombian coffee to another level 💛

Huge thanks to everyone who made this Brew Takeover possible:

.lassozuniga .esco.bar .wush_wush .co

Don’t miss incredible coffees at our first cupping session at World of Coffee ☕✨📍 Booth  #3646Come discover unique profi...
04/10/2026

Don’t miss incredible coffees at our first cupping session at World of Coffee ☕✨
📍 Booth #3646

Come discover unique profiles, connect with the community, and taste the best of Colombia 🇨🇴

What a privilege today was. We had the honor of being the very first to see and brew with, the World of Coffee San Diego...
04/10/2026

What a privilege today was. We had the honor of being the very first to see and brew with, the World of Coffee San Diego 2026 limited edition kettle.

Huge thanks to Brewista for sponsoring our Brew Takeover / Colombian Coffee People 🇨🇴 event and trusting us with this exclusive first look.

Proud to showcase it with our community, exactly where coffee, culture, and craft come together.

04/09/2026

Having Amy Zhang .xiaoxiao training at our bar this week feels special. From Australia to San Diego, on her way to
Let’s go Amy!

Brew Takeover. Colombian coffee people. Bigger moment 💫 Alittle more reason to stop by this Thursday 👀This Thursday, our...
04/08/2026

Brew Takeover. Colombian coffee people. Bigger moment 💫

Alittle more reason to stop by this Thursday 👀

This Thursday, our friends at .co join our takeover with a soft pre-launch, giving you a first look at their San Diego Limited Edition Kettle before it hits the global stage at World of Coffee.

Inspired by California, from San Diego to the Redwoods, this release captures the spirit of the entire state in one piece.

Same takeover. Just got more interesting.
See you there ☕

San Diego, it’s happening ☕️🔥World of Coffee is here, and this one feels extra special. For the first time in San Diego,...
04/06/2026

San Diego, it’s happening ☕️🔥

World of Coffee is here, and this one feels extra special. For the first time in San Diego, we get to experience it as locals, welcoming the Colombian coffee community and coffee lovers from around the world.

Find us right next to the Roaster Village at booth #3646, alongside our partners and our friend .wush_wush all three days, pouring, sharing, and connecting with this incredible coffee community.

We’ll also be collaborating with amazing friends across different booths .co and hosting a series of special events and takeovers at Yipao throughout the week.

Scroll through to find our locations and come visit us while you’re in San Diego.

See you very soon ✌🏻

Welcome to San Diego, CAFETEROS!Colombian Coffee & Beer SocialColombia 🇨🇴 is the Portrait Country of World of Coffee San...
04/02/2026

Welcome to San Diego, CAFETEROS!
Colombian Coffee & Beer Social

Colombia 🇨🇴 is the Portrait Country of World of Coffee San Diego 2026, and we’re bringing that energy together in one space.

From out of town for WOC or right here in San Diego, you’re part of this.

Join us on April 10 for a laid-back evening with Colombian producers and the launch of Kairoa Brewing Company’s coffee beers

Enjoy great food by Kairoa Kitchen, Latin sounds by and a room full of good people.

Good drinks, Latin vibes, and even better company.

Let’s celebrate origin 🙌🏼

Presented by + and yours truly, Yipao Coffee

Too early to say welcome? 😅 Maybe… but we can’t wait to see you in San Diego,at our shop & Booth 3646 at  ☕🔥 Pull up for...
03/27/2026

Too early to say welcome? 😅 Maybe… but we can’t wait to see you in San Diego,
at our shop & Booth 3646 at ☕🔥 Pull up for good vibes and great coffee

Slow Sunday, better coffee ☀️Pour over kind of morning.Yellow Bourbon Natural. Fruity, perfectly balanced, and made to b...
03/22/2026

Slow Sunday, better coffee ☀️

Pour over kind of morning.
Yellow Bourbon Natural. Fruity, perfectly balanced, and made to be enjoyed slowly.

See you for a cup 🤍

Celebrating 8 years of Yipao Coffee ☕✨We’re proud to present our new packaging celebrating our 8th anniversary, a tribut...
03/10/2026

Celebrating 8 years of Yipao Coffee ☕✨

We’re proud to present our new packaging celebrating our 8th anniversary, a tribute to Colombia, our coffee-growing traditions, and 8 years of sharing exceptional Colombian coffee with San Diego and beyond.

Swipe through to explore our journey, from our very first bag to this new chapter.

1️⃣ A New Chapter

Every line, shape, and detail in the illustration reflects the rhythm of daily farm life, the mountains, local customs, and even nods to our Yipao Jeep, part of the tradition of transporting coffee through Colombia’s landscapes.

2️⃣ Art by Carlos Bahamon

The artwork is a family collaboration: Carlos Bahamon, Maria’s brother and a Colombian artist, translated his lived experiences into the design, creating something personal, expressive, and meaningful. The ivory canvas lets the line art shine, conveying depth and emotion while keeping a clean, elegant aesthetic.

3️⃣ Care, Culture & Quality

The design communicates extrinsic values through traceability and transparency, highlighting care, culture, and provenance. Its visual and material choices act as cues that signal the exceptional quality consumers can expect, reinforcing the intrinsic excellence of the coffee itself. Every detail invites you to experience Colombian coffee fully, from farm to cup.

4️⃣ Sustainable from Farm to Cup

Sustainability. The bag is made from 100% recyclable material, preserving freshness while aligning with our commitment to protecting coffee-growing ecosystems as well as the environments where coffee is enjoyed and consumed. It’s not just packaging, it’s a bridge between tradition, sustainability, and the joy of savoring specialty coffee.

5️⃣ Honoring Our Journey

Our original bag has been with us for the past 8 years, becoming part of the daily ritual of sharing Colombian coffee with our community. As we welcome this new design, we also celebrate everything that first bag represents, our passion for high-quality coffee, our Colombian roots, and the journey of a small family business dedicated to specialty coffee.

A new chapter begins ☕️ Available now in-store and online.

structural design by

High Quality Coffee is not an accident 🤍
03/08/2026

High Quality Coffee is not an accident 🤍

02/28/2026

The best part of Yipao has always been you 🤍 Great coffee, beautiful San Diego days, our patio, your pup, familiar smiles behind the bar.

That’s what this place is about community.

Thank you for capturing your coffee day with us ☕✨

02/27/2026

Last night we hosted a team cupping session ☕️ We tasted, compared, and talked through each coffee to better understand its profile and character.

This is part of how we stay consistent and keep improving, for us and for you. ☕

02/23/2026

It doesn’t start in the cup ☕️
It starts at origin 🇨🇴

After harvest and farm processing,
coffee enters a meticulous stage of sorting and cleaning, where beans with defects are carefully removed, lots are classified and stabilized, and every bean is ready for export thanks to

At Tribox Colombia .col , much of the coffee you drink at Yipao is meticulously prepared. This is where precision protects quality, long before roasting ever begins.

From origin to your cup, and beyond.
Follow the journey. ☕️

01/24/2026

NOT JUST COFFEE.
Good people make it better.

This is Adrián.
He makes great coffee.
But what people really remember…
is how it feels to be here.

12/29/2025

Recognized for high-quality, single-origin coffees, roasted in San Diego and sourced directly from origin in Colombia 🇨🇴

Founded 8 years ago, Yipao Coffee is a Colombian specialty coffee roaster based in University Heights and Pacific Beach, working closely with producers to bring some of the best Colombian specialty coffees to the local coffee community.

Featured by in the San Diego Caffeine Crawl for the 5th consecutive year ☕
📍 Route 4 — stop at the Pacific Beach location.

Thanks to for the video

12/28/2025

Great coffee has no borders. From Colombia to Spain, via San Diego. Same espresso, same ritual.

Address

Los Angeles, CA

Option 1: Public Transport
1. Take the Green Line Trolley towards Santee.
2. Get off at the Old Town Transit Center.
3. Walk to the nearby bus stop and take Bus 30 towards UTC Transit Center.
4. Get off at the University Ave & Richmond St stop.
5. Yipao Coffee is located on the corner of University Ave and Richmond St.

Option 2: Driving/Parking
1. From downtown San Diego, take I-5 North.
2. Take exit 16 for University Ave.
3. Keep right at the fork and merge onto University Ave.
4. Continue on University Ave until you reach Richmond St.
5. Yipao Coffee is located on the corner of University Ave and Richmond St.

Note: Parking options may vary, but there are usually street parking spots available near Yipao Coffee or in nearby parking lots/garages.

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 2pm
Tuesday 7am - 2pm
Wednesday 7am - 2pm
Thursday 7am - 2pm
Friday 7am - 4pm
Saturday 7am - 4pm
Sunday 7am - 4pm

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Yipao Coffee in San Diego is a must-visit coffee shop for all coffee enthusiasts. With two convenient locations in University Heights-Kairoa and Pacific Beach, Yipao Coffee offers specialty Colombian coffee that is roasted right here in San Diego.

One of the things that sets Yipao Coffee apart is their commitment to quality. They take pride in serving the best coffee in town, and their customers agree. In fact, one satisfied customer named Kayla recently posted on social media, saying that Yipao Coffee is the best coffee in Pacific Beach. That's high praise!

But it's not just about the coffee at Yipao Coffee. They also offer a variety of other beverages to suit different tastes and preferences. If you're looking for something refreshing during the summer months, try their guanábana (soursop) juice. It's an authentic Colombian fruit drink that will transport you to tropical paradise.

And let's not forget about their delicious pastries! Yipao Coffee knows that a great cup of coffee deserves a great pastry pairing. Their Kouing Amann is a popular choice among customers, and it pairs perfectly with their pour-over or Bourbon Sidra Natural coffee.

Yipao Coffee also knows how to celebrate special occasions. On World Chocolate Day, they offered their famous Colombian mocha, which was a hit among chocolate lovers. And if you're looking for a refreshing summer beverage, their coconut lemonade is the go-to choice for those hot San Diego afternoons.

What makes Yipao Coffee even more special is their dedication to community. They recently encouraged customers to celebrate the unsung heroes in our lives by sharing a warm cup of coffee as warm as their hearts. It's gestures like these that make Yipao Coffee more than just a place to grab your morning caffeine fix.

Whether you're looking for the best cup of coffee in Pacific Beach or want to try authentic Colombian beverages and pastries, Yipao Coffee is the place to go. With their friendly staff, cozy atmosphere, and commitment to quality, you won't be disappointed. So why not stop by this weekend and experience the magic of Yipao Coffee for yourself?

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