The WestBean Coffee Roasters

Honestly great coffee shop in bankers hill! Luckily for me it is super close to where I work. The coffee is great! I get the iced vanilla latte or the honey cinnamon. The shop makes their own syrup which is always a plus. The best thing about this place is the staff! Former Manager Noelle was always gracious and friendly, she made an effort to establish friendships with customers. Jacob, Matt, Kirsten, Michelle, ChrisRay (to name a few; all staff are amazing!) are also always super helpful and friendly. The service is really on point here and the atmosphere is great. But coffee is def one of my favorites in San Diego. They also sell whole beans! 10/10 recommend.

This review is specifically for the food. It’s just not good. I’ve tried everything on the menu and just tried the egg toast for the 2nd time and it still was no good. Guys, if you’re gonna serve food do it well with passion and intent. Otherwise why do it at all?
What’s ironic is a couple years ago (pre-pandemic) the food especially the sandwiches were so awesome. Something changed though perhaps ownership or management, I don’t know but it went way downhill.

As far as the rest, the coffee/drinks level is 3.5 stars. It’s not bad. The seating outside is super uncomfortable, inside is not bad.

The people are all friendly and nice. But everything else is just lacking.

West Beans Coffee is great! Specially the Salted Caramel! However, recently we have noticed the company has changed the recipe. We asked the barista and they told us that the company is thinking about keeping this new recipe for all the WestBeans! I would like to make clear that the original recipe is so much better! Please go back to the original recipe!!

Lots of seating, parking was easy (meters) and my latte was great. I usually get a stomach ache from lattes at coffee shops but I was fine with this one. As someone who works in gut health this makes me wonder if they use mold free coffee (yes most coffee unfortunately contains small amounts of mold and can exacerbate certain gut imbalances).

Super great experience, lattes were tasty! Super friendly staff thank you for the warm welcome to San Diego!

I come here for one of the croissants, but especially for one of the breakfast sandwiches. The buns are always fresh baked, simple and really tasty. Give it a try!
Staff is really nice also

I have been coming to this place for a while.... apparently they refuse to take dollar bills now..... at least they did when I tried paying for coffee... yet they have a tip jar out asking for tips... doesn’t make that much sense!?!? ....also their sign said they had breakfast sandwiches but the two employees that were working were not trained to make them.

Bummer bc I won’t be going back there anymore.

Unfortunately tried this place again and they STILL don’t have cash, they take it, but only if it’s exact change or for a tip. Who ever manages this place is not doing a great job.

Great spot for hanging out or getting some work done. Trendy, friendly and good coffee.

Probably one of the best coffee shops I have ever been in USA. Tried all espresso based drinks (cortado, flat white, latte) and pastry range with no single objection. Unlike many other shops, they don’t sell you outdated microwaved pastry as “today baked” but rather sell it as is with a heavy discounted price (1 USD). Exceptional place.

Bright and airy coffee shop nestled along fifth avenue in Bankers Hill serving up traditional coffee, specialty lattes, and quick bites. The salted caramel latte I ordered was smooth and creamy. Besides the coffee, the chill atmosphere is perfect for work or study. But the trendy vibe and plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating also makes it the perfect spot to meet up with friends.