TODAY’S COFFEES roasted in San Diego on 9/29/25:
BIRD ROCK: Colombia Deiro Gasca, Pink Bourbon varietal, washed process, light roast. http://birdrockcoffee.com
MODERN TIMES: Ethiopia Jigesa, bourbon barrel aged, Full City roast. http://moderntimesbeer.com
MARLETTE’S: Kenya highlands Thangaini Co-op, AB Arabica, washed process, Full City roast. http://marlettescoffee.com
TORQUE: Burundi Bahire, Mexico Star Maya, Costa Rica Perla Negra, Colombia Bombon. http://torque.coffee
THE RETRENCHMENT OF STARBUCKS CONTINUES:
So far, the mighty mermaid is slated to close at least a dozen locations in San Diego; these are underperforming outlets that have visibly lost trade in the past year. If you get your morning dose from any of these, we urge you to find an independent coffeehouse as a substitute.
- Genesee Plaza
- Convoy and Raytheon
- Bernardo Center Drive
- Carlsbad Boulevard and Grand Avenue
- Pomerado and Twin Peaks in Poway
- Aviary and Scripps Ranch
- Mira Mesa and Camino Santa Fe
- Main and Magnolia in El Cajon
- Santee Trolley Stop
- Bonita and I-805 in Chula Vista
- Garnet and Mission Bay Drive
- Laurel and Fifth