Blue Mug Coffee & Tea — Restaurant in Escondido

Blue Mug is so much more than just a place to grab your morning latte, it’s the beating heart of our neighborhood. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the care, passion, and love poured into every detail, from the warm, welcoming atmosphere that Sam and her team exude to the beautifully crafted drinks that far exceed anything you'd find in a big chain.

Every cup is a work of art crafted with love and high-quality, premium ingredients, always consistent, and packed with flavor. My personal favorites are the Mexican Mocha (the perfect blend of spice and richness) and the Peanut Butter and Banana Kona Mocha—a creative, delicious drink that tastes like comfort in a cup. They’re not afraid to get imaginative, and it shows.

And let’s talk about the pastries!! Fresh, locally sourced, and absolutely delicious. You can tell they care about supporting other small businesses just as much as they care about quality.

What truly sets Blue Mug apart, though, is their deep commitment to the community. They’re not just serving coffee, they’re showing up for people. Whether it's partnering with local causes, supporting neighbors in need, or simply creating a space where everyone feels welcome, they lead with heart and purpose in everything they do.

The creativity, passion, and soul that go into this place are undeniable. Blue Mug reminds you what’s possible when people pour themselves fully into what they love. If you haven’t been yet, go you’re missing out on something truly special.

Support local. Support heart....

Superb Staff! Very friendly and attentive. Can be extremely busy during the weekends (up to a 20 minute wait). Place is packed at 9AM! I ordered online and arrived 20 minutes later just as they were finishing up. I was looking forward to this coffee since I had a long night and had a 12 hr shift ahead of me. I customized my order as a vanilla latte + caramel drizzle. I took my initial sip and thought it was extremely sour. I’m not sure if it’s the beans, the milk or the drizzle but that was by far the worst coffee I’ve ever tasted. I just couldn’t get past the sour taste. I’ve ordered here before a few times and it’s never been this sour tasting. I tried to fix the drink when I got to work but nothing could or helped it. (More half and half, condense milk)

LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS PLACE. The staff is full of the sweetest humans on the planet, they serve organic coffee & tea, their decaf coffee is also organic and swiss water process so non-toxic!! They care about your health and if you do to, you'll be very grateful this place exists. They can customize nearly any drink to your preference of sweetness, caffeination, and offer alternative milk options. They offer fun seasonal drink creations and baked treats (sometimes gluten-free options are available). Current addiction: their matcha, iced or blended with protein ;)

If you want recs, try their Chai latte, Steph Special, blended coffees, or loose leaf teas! Enter your number at checkout to earn points that you can use towards a free future drink.

For no or lower-carb options, skip the sweetner or ask for 1/4 or 1/2 sweet.

This place is the best. Thank you...