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07/18/2026
A new The Bird has landed 🐦
Meet Ayla Ethiopia, our latest rotating single-origin espresso. While Monkey Bite will always be a staple, The Bird is here for when you're ready to switch things up.
We’re pulling shots of it on the bar, and now you can too.
Expect a delicate, tea-like espresso with notes of honeysuckle, white flowers, lime, bergamot, and juicy nectarine. Clean, bright, and balanced.
Available now in cafes and online. ☕️
07/17/2026
New hats are here, and we have a feeling they won’t be around for long. 👀
Shop now before they’re gone.🤩
07/15/2026
Help a local elementary school student start the school year on the right foot. ❤️
From July 15 – August 7, we're partnering with Sole Purpose to collect new kids' shoes for local students in need.
Here's how you can help
• Drop off a new pair of kids' shoes (sizes 1–7) in the large white donation boxes located at all Bird Rock Coffee Roasters cafes except UCSD.
• Or scan the QR code on the flyer to make a donation.
As a thank you, you'll receive 10% off your Bird Rock Coffee order when you donate.Thank you for helping us support local kids as they head back to school. 💙👟
07/14/2026
This is the washed process in action. 💧☕️
By this stage, the coffee cherry’s skin and fruit have already been removed. The beans, still wrapped in their parchment layer, are washed clean to remove any remaining sticky mucilage before heading off to dry.
This extra step is what helps create the clean, crisp, and vibrant flavors washed coffees are known for.
So next time you see “Washed Process” on your favorite bag of coffee, remember this!
07/09/2026
Scary how accurate our team is 😂🫣
07/03/2026
We are celebrating America’s 250th with a couple great deals🇺🇸
In cafes: $2.50 off all pour overs
Online: 15% off coffee and 10% off apparel
Deals run Friday, July 3 through Sunday, July 5!
06/29/2026
Honey cold foam makes everything better! 🐝
Available at all cafes.
06/28/2026
Last call for our June Cause Coffee, Waves of Change.🌊☕️ Every bag gives back, with $1 donated to and their mission of healing through the ocean while making the coast more accessible and welcoming for all.
06/26/2026
Check on our local coffee roasters 🫶
Our Morena cafe is where you’ll find our roasting facility! Stop by and enjoy your coffee and watch the magic happen.
06/24/2026
Here’s your lunch inspiration for the day! Our BLT at Bressi Ranch and Waterfront hits the spot every time. 🥓🥬🍅
Download our mobile app to browse the food menu at each location and order ahead for an easy lunch break.
06/23/2026
Happy first week of summer! We can’t wait to spend it with you ☀️🫶
06/18/2026
Bring Dad into any Bird Rock cafe this Father's Day, and he'll receive 50% off his drink. ☕️❤️
06/17/2026
We've got the best bagels around, available at all Bird Rock cafes. 🥯☕️
Whether you're grabbing your morning coffee or stopping in for lunch, pair it with a fresh bagel and see what everyone's been talking about.
06/13/2026
Stop by our Little Italy Cafe, grab one of our new summer drinks, and head over to the Little Italy Farmers Market today! ☀️
06/11/2026
With the heat rolling in, consider this your sign to grab a cold brew.☀️
Café Del Sol Cold Brew
Light roast, naturally sweet, and made for sunny afternoons.
La Luna Cold Brew
Darker, bold, and smooth with milk or a little sweetness.
Nitro Cold Brew
Creamy, cascading, and ice-cold from the tap.
06/09/2026
If you or an artist you know are looking for a space to showcase your work, send us a DM. We love creating opportunities to highlight the talent within our local community and give artists a space to be seen over a good cup of coffee. 🎨☕️
06/05/2026
We notice when you don’t come in btw 👀☕️
Address
9500 Gilman Drive
San Diego, CA
92093
To reach the coffee shop at Gilman Drive in San Diego, you can take public transportation by boarding a bus or train that goes to the nearby station. From there, walk towards Gilman Drive until you reach your destination.
If driving, take the highway and exit at Gilman Drive. Head northbound on Gilman Drive until you see the coffee shop on your left. There are parking lots available nearby for customers to use.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
7:30am - 3pm |
| Tuesday |
7:30am - 3pm |
| Wednesday |
7:30am - 3pm |
| Thursday |
7:30am - 3pm |
| Friday |
7:30am - 3pm |
| Saturday |
7am - 12pm |
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What people say
Bird Rock Coffee Roasters on Gilman Drive in San Diego is a coffee shop that truly values their direct trade partnerships with coffee producers from around the world. They recently had the opportunity to visit their partners at Café Granja La Esperanza - Cerro Azul in Colombia and share their winning Good Food Awards, Cerro Azul Geisha. This dedication to building relationships with coffee producers allows Bird Rock Coffee Roasters to provide some of the finest coffee from around the world to their customers.
In addition to their commitment to direct trade partnerships, Bird Rock Coffee Roasters also offers unique and delicious blends like the Blue Label from La Papaya, which uses an anaerobic natural processing method for a truly one-of-a-kind taste experience.
And for those looking for a fun and convenient way to enjoy Bird Rock Coffee Roasters' beverages, they even have a mobile espresso bus called babybirdbrcr that can be found at events like the San Diego County Fair. With all of these offerings, it's no wonder why Bird Rock Coffee Roasters has become a beloved destination for coffee lovers in San Diego.
