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Cafe Moto is a coffee shop renowned for its commitment towards making a positive impact on the planet. Their high standards for execution are reflected in their exceptional presentation and delicious refreshments. Founded in 1998 by second-generation owners, Cafe Moto offers an educational platform to teach and guide the burgeoning tea and coffee market. Join them for wonderful coffees and teas that cater to your specific taste preferences.
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11/09/2026

Start your day with us.

11/05/2026

Ready to take your coffee skills to the next level?

Our SCA certification courses are designed for anyone looking to build a career in specialty coffee. Start with Introduction to Coffee to learn what shapes coffee quality from farm to cup.

Then take Barista Skills Foundation to learn how roast level and freshness affect espresso flavor and what’s expected behind a professional espresso bar. You’ll learn to dial in espresso, steam milk, prepare café drinks, and keep your station clean and organized.

If you’re looking to make better coffee at home, pick a hands-on Coffee Enthusiast class and practice what interests you most, from dialing in espresso and pouring latte art to tasting coffees side by side or trying different brewing methods.

Wednesday, November 11 · Introduction to Coffee SCA Certification Course · 8:00 am–3:00 pm
• Follow specialty coffee from farm to cup.
• Learn the basics of roasting and brewing, and how freshness affects flavor.
• Take part in a guided coffee cupping during the in-person class.

Thursday, November 12 · Barista Skills Foundation SCA Certification Course · 8:00 am–3:00 pm
• Learn the basics of preparing espresso and understanding extraction.
• Build your tasting skills so you can evaluate what’s in the cup.
• Learn how to set up, manage, and care for a barista workstation.

Saturday, November 21 · Coffee Enthusiast Courses · Choose the class you’d like to take. 10:00 am
• Barista Basics · Learn to pull espresso shots and steam milk.
• Latte Art Basics · Practice the foundations of pouring latte art.
• Coffee Cupping · Taste Cafe Moto coffees side by side and learn to describe what you notice.

Visit our website to register & learn more about each of classes.

11/04/2026

Our new Fair Trade shirts have arrived!

Limited edition • Sizes Small–XXL
$32.95

Fair Trade Certified since 2001. Thank you for choosing Fair Trade and supporting the farmers behind our coffee. ☕️

Shirts Made by Squeegee Prints

10/30/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 5th Annual Pumpkin Carving Party! We had a great time carving pumpkins with you. 🎃

10/28/2026

Come carve pumpkins with us! 🎃

Join us at Cafe Moto for our 5th annual Pumpkin Carving Party this Thursday, October 29th, from 4:00–7:00 PM.

A free community event with pumpkins and carving tools provided, plus music and hot cocoa. 🌹Isa | Tamales 🫔 will be there serving up her amazing tamales!

Bring your friends and family! 🧡

10/26/2026

10/21/2026

Fair Trade means fairer prices, safer working conditions, care for the environment, and funds for farmers to invest in their communities.

We’re proud to support Fair Trade at Cafe Moto.

10/19/2026

Meet the Fall Specialty Drinks ☕️🍂

Chocopan Latte🍫
Made with our Chocolate de Mexico, mazapán, condensed milk, and espresso. Rich and creamy, with warm cinnamon spice and a smooth, nutty sweetness.

Pumpkin Creamy Latte 🎃
Pumpkin spice sauce, vanilla syurp, and espresso, with a touch of cinnimon. A gentle pumpkin spice flavor, light, smooth, and creamy.

Add our house made pumpkin cold foam to make it extra creamy.

Both drinks are available Hot or Iced

Address

2619 National Avenue
San Diego, CA
92113

To get to the coffee shop on National Avenue in San Diego, you can take the Green Line Trolley and get off at the 25th & Commercial Station. From there, walk North on 25th street for about a block and then turn left onto National Avenue. The coffee shop will be on your right.

If driving, take the 5 South and exit at Sassafras St. Follow signs to continue on Sassafras St., which will turn into Laurel St. Continue on Laurel St. until you reach 28th St., where you'll turn left. Then, take another left onto National Ave. Parking is available along the street or in nearby parking lots.

Opening Hours

Monday	6am - 3pm
Tuesday	6am - 3pm
Wednesday	6am - 3pm
Thursday	6am - 3pm
Friday	6am - 3pm
Saturday	7am - 2:30pm
Sunday	7am - 2:30pm

Website

http://www.CafeMoto.com/

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Cafe Moto is a coffee shop that goes above and beyond in their commitment to making a positive impact on the world. From their respectful presentation to their stewardship of the planet, Cafe Moto truly embodies what it means to be a responsible business.

Since its inception in 1989-1990, Cafe Moto has remained family and community focused, with second-generation owners Torrey and Kim Lee at the helm since 1998. They have created an educational arena for tea and coffee enthusiasts, providing guidance and knowledge to those who are new to the burgeoning market.

What sets Cafe Moto apart is their dedication to small businesses. They provide a forum where businesses can design a coffee bar menu according to taste preferences, promoting confidence in conscientious customers.

Cafe Moto's commitment extends beyond their shop walls with offsite tastings, samplings, and demonstrations. Their service crew is always on call throughout the city to repair any pesky espresso equipment issues.

Overall, Cafe Moto is more than just a coffee shop - it's a community-focused business that strives to make a lasting positive impact on the places they conduct their business.