University Ave · San Diego

Your morning brew
turns into
your favorite night out

Kickers is where the coffee ritual meets the cocktail craft — a San Diego institution on University Ave that knows how to start your day and finish your evening right.

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Our Story

More than a café.
More than a bar.

Kickers has been a cornerstone of the University Avenue scene for years — a place where the espresso machine hums alongside the ice shaker, and where regulars know exactly how they like their drink before they even sit down.

We believe the best moments happen when you don't have to choose between a great coffee and a great cocktail. Whether you're grabbing a quick pour-over before work or settling in for a long evening with friends, this is your spot in San Diego.

AM
Coffee & Eats
PM
Cocktails & Vibes
7
Days a Week
Kickers café interior with warm lighting and coffee counter
Since Day One
University Ave staple
The Experience

Feel the Vibe

Sunlight through the windows in the morning. The clink of glasses and good conversation at night. This is the energy we bring every day.

Kickers bar area with warm ambient lighting
Latte art on a freshly poured coffee at Kickers
Cozy interior seating at Kickers café
Colorful cocktails on the Kickers bar
Breakfast sandwich and coffee at Kickers
What People Say

Loved by Locals

"My go-to spot on University Ave. The coffee is consistently excellent and the atmosphere just feels like home. I come here every morning before work."

M
Regular Customer
San Diego

"The transition from day to night is seamless. Great coffee during the day, and their cocktail program is seriously impressive. Best espresso martini in the city."

J
Local Guide
San Diego

"Such a cool concept — a place that does both coffee culture and bar culture with real skill. The space is beautiful, the staff is friendly, and I always leave wanting to come back."

S
Visiting San Diego
California
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Come say hello

We're right on University Avenue — easy to find, hard to forget. Pull in, grab a seat, and let us take care of the rest.

Address
308 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103
Hours
Open 7 days a week
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