Lil’ Jungle Java

Encinitas, United States

4.8

Open now

20 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards

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Telephone:
+1 760-917-5589
Address:
1500 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA, 92024
b/t Turner Ave & Camino De Las Flores
Encinitas
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
2.2 miEncinitas
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Delivery
No
Take-out
Yes
Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Accepts Apple Pay
No
Parking
Private Lot
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Wi-Fi
No
Good for Working
Yes

Today

Today 6:00 am – 5:00 pm
Open now
Local time (Encinitas) 13:56 Friday, 23 May 2025

Business hours

Monday 6:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday 6:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday 6:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday 6:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday 6:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday 7:30 am – 2:00 pm

Description

Specialties

FREE TRADE, ORGANIC COFFEE, ESPRESSO, right to your car. Were a small family run drive thru coffee shop. We have most of the drinks that the dreaded «S» word place has but ours are made with great coffee and even better attitudes. Give us an opportuinity to earn your business. You wont be dissapointed. 1st time thru is on us. Just let us know. We dont want to serve you 1 cup of coffee, we want to serve you the best cup and see you again & again. Always smile & laugh. life is to short for bad days.

History

Established in 2004.

I was a contractor and got burned out on collecting. Well the back breaking work to. Then I got into this small coffeee business and guess what? Everyone is nice & friendly. Such a difference. I started having fun at work again. And continue to really enjoy the daily interactions with my customers. Just a fun place to work. I cant really even call it a job. I work mornings with my daughter T and its awesome. We have fun

Meet the Business Owner

Scott, Tiana T.

Business Owner

Scott is me the owner. T is my daughter, The manager. Or so she says. ha ha. She came to help me out when the economy crashed and really took a liking to the business. Actually helped me save the business. She is awesome. Now I think she wants to get rid of me. Some day she will but right now I know if anything happens she can handle the daily operation. Stop buy and meet us some time and we will try to earn your business. and try even harder to keep it. Thank You

P. S. Dog freinds please meet Roxy, Charlie, And the pup Lola. One may be there when you stop by.

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20 reviews of Lil’ Jungle Java

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Place rating: 5
Carlsbad, CA
I looove jungle Java! I’m a coffee snob & the espresso here is top notch! Gets you going without a crash and its not acidic at all. They have a great variety of milk alternatives. The drive thru is super convenient and the customer service is amazing. I’m so happy this place exists! It’s a family run business and you can tell they care about their customers!
Place rating: 5
Del Mar, CA
I don’t drink coffee, but stop by frequently to get it for my wife and she raves about them. The reason I’m writing is just about the service. You will not find a nicer group of employees anywhere. I’ve been short money, they told me to get them next time. I’ve got kids in the car, they give them gummies or animal crackers. Always smiling with their service and you feel good because you are supporting a family business, not a corporation.
Place rating: 5
Rancho Santa Fe, CA
First time here n i like this local lil drive thru! My Boxer Butch did too. Thank Folks!!!
Place rating: 5
Encinitas, CA
So I’ve pretty much had every coffee chain available. This place is close to my work. They’re half the cost of Peet’s, Starbucks or any of those crappy chains. Its a great local mom and pop shop, I met the owners and their daughter, they’re very nice people. I love how one the ice drink they use coffee cubes instead of ice cubes, it totally makes a difference! Im addicted.
I wish they had more locations or a place that you can sit and hangout. But they have great customer service, great prices, and a double sided drive thru so you’re not waiting forever!
Place rating: 5
Encinitas, CA
THE BEST coffee in Encinitas. Don’t miss a chance to visit! Super friendly, family owned.
Place rating: 5
Encinitas, CA
Unilocal reviews by David Lujan —
Not interested in reading my full review — head straight to the bottom to see the ratings I gave this establishment:
Who: My wife and I
What: Java baby!
When: As needed
Environment: drive through…
How’d they do: They always do very well
Recommendations: My wife loves the iced Vanilla latte, but their iced coffee heck of legit…
Pros: Local kine…
Cons: Not a spot you can chill. Just a drive through.
My tip: Give them a shot. They haven’t disappointed yet.
Ratings 1 to 10:
Cleanliness — 8.5
Wait times — 10 — always fast
Service — 10 ++
Food quality and taste — 9
Restrooms — none
Price (bang for your buck) — 8
Final and overall thoughts — It’s Nice to be able to support a local brand that does an amazing job. Often you want to support local companies but they don’t have the quality to make it work or to make sense for you as the consumer. These people have everything it takes to make up a good business. Fast and timely service with a great smile and a product that you can return for. My wife use to spend about $ 800 a year at Starbucks, it’s nice to be able to move that money over to a local business. My tip, give them a try I don’t think you’ll be disappointed…
Place rating: 5
San Marcos, CA
Already had my coffee for the day but since I’m in the neighborhood, I had to support this local business and get one of their yummy coffees. Wish there were more places like this! Always consistent with their coffee… Never that burnt Starbucks taste & always greeted with genuinely happy friendly people
Place rating: 5
San Diego, CA
Love this place! It has replaced my daily visit to Starbucks. The coffee and iced tea is excellent. The people who work here are super friendly. Plus it is a drive thru and doesn’t have insane wait times.
Place rating: 5
San Diego, CA
They have the best Iced coffee around, the ice cubes are make of the coffee so it doesn’t get watered down as the day goes on. Seriously we swear by them, yummy and guaranteed to wake you up and keep you going-​super fast all day! haha Staff is very helpful and super friendly
Place rating: 4
San Marcos, CA
Excellent coffee which is the number one factor in whether or not I’ll return to a coffee shop. So 5 stars for that. My only issue (and it’s a small issue) is that it’s a two sided drive up venue with a small staff on hand, meaning if there’s even a slight line, you’ll be waiting a while to get your blended mocha in your hands.
However, after all is said and done, I’m always willing to wait for delicious coffee, provided I have the time to spare.
Place rating: 3
Carlsbad, CA
It is COFFEE — nothing more, nothing less! This is a «tiny» drive-​up, and you kinda have to coax the attendants into telling you what their ENTIRE product offering is. We came for BREAKFAST — not just coffee, yet the other breakfast options I guess are available for only the regulars who seem to know the private food menu because it is NOT listed anywhere on the kiosk.
I am being generous with 3 stars as my husband and I had a «staycation» in RSF and decided to splurge on the way home and try new spots on our way home!
I gave 3 stars because the coffee was good — not horrible and not great — hence — exactly what I expected. I dropped a star because they don’t advertise ALL their breakfast food options. I felt I had to ask them and beg them for food options — lol!
Though we had GOOD coffee — we will NOT go out of our way to EVER visit this establishment again!
Place rating: 5
Encinitas, CA
Lil Jungle Java’s actual hours are:
Mon — Fri: 6am — 5pm
Saturday: 6:30am — 4pm
Sunday: 7am — 2pm
Place rating: 5
Del Mar, CA
This is my new favorite coffee spot! Mainly because it’s a family owned business and they treat you like family!
They have several different options for coffee. My favorite is the blended banana mocha. Since I work across the street from here I’ll be checking in here quite a bit.
Place rating: 5
Encinitas, CA
Love love love this place! The coffee is always delicious but the family and crew make it amazing! Love how friendly and personable every is!
Place rating: 5
Escondido, San Diego, CA
so glad I found this place! I’m picky with coffee, I had their cold brew and it is sooo good. they even use coffee ice cubes, genius! the woman working was super sweet as well, this is my new go to for coffee.
Place rating: 5
Anaheim, CA
This little drive-​thru coffee shack serves up the most delicious iced coffee! Strong and cold brewed, they even create their ice from coffee to limit watering down the drink. They have lots of hot drinks to choose from as well. Peppermint mocha and Gingerbread Latte even in August? Sweet! I can’t wait to come back and try something new. The staff is friendly and very knowledgeable. Thanks Dixie for a delicious drink!
Place rating: 5
Encinitas, CA
This place is the best! Scott, Tiana, Kathleen and crew are seriously awesome, my morning is not complete if I haven’t gotten my coffee yet! Their customer service is above and beyond. They beat any chain out there!!!
Oh and did I mention the great coffee? And pastries? Cause they are awesome too.
AND it’s a drive thru!!! Yep… trifecta of perfection.
If you’re not already going you’re not starting your day off right!
Place rating: 5
Oceanside, CA
This place is great. It’s a little drive through coffee shop and the service is amazing! I order a nutty zebra, although it’s not on the menu they make it because my co-​worker once asked for the drink and tiana just made a name up for that order… If you don’t know what a nutty zebra is, it’s gonna be worth it to just stop by and try lil’ jungle Java
It was my first time going on Monday, and I definitely love their coffee! Very Rich and delicious.
Place rating: 4
San Diego, CA
I’m always a fan of small mom and pop coffee shops. Helping run starbucks out of business is on my bucket list. I especially love the drive up coffee shacks. It reminds me of my brief stint in Washington state. This shack is particularly popular when I drove by around 1030 on a weekend. I love that they do have 2 lanes on each side of the shack to alleviate traffic.
I do wish that their menu was a little more visible as you are driving up. I thought the print was a little small and hard to read, so I just asked questions when I got up there. However this probably slows down the line a little. They serve Lion Coffee!!! I have a particular affinity for hawaii coffee. They also had a variety of milks and sweeteners. This is every Californian’s dream!
They also totally have their dog walking around who greets walk ups. I love it!
Place rating: 5
Encinitas, CA
You would think by the reaction of the staff everytime I drive up for coffee that I was bringing them all a bag of hundred dollar bills. But that is how they treat all of their customers. And if it’s your first time the coffee is on them. (That may only be when the owner is there) .
I almost always have my dog with me and they always offer her a treat. And they aren’t your crappy little milk bone treats they are the good kind. You know the kind I can’t afford.
Service is quick, sweek and efficient. Coffee is good and you have a pick of pretty much any flavor you can find at Starbucks. They also have a fresh selection of muffins and scones. And if you forget your dog don’t worry they usually have a couple there you can pet.
I love to support local small business and Lil’ Jungle Jave is a pleasure to support.