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Dark Horse Coffee Roasters is a must-visit coffee shop located on Adams Avenue in San Diego, CA. With a commitment to sourcing, roasting, and brewing only the best Direct-Trade coffees, their limited releases are always worth the visit. Don't miss out on their Lucky Charm Foam Cold Brew!
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04/18/2026

The 444. Cold Brew Lattes w/ any syrup, any milk.

04/11/2026

Had a blast serving pour-overs at the booth today at here in San Diego. Thanks to everyone who stopped by!

03/20/2026

The $4.44 cold brew latte. any syrup, any milk 🤙🏽

03/13/2026

Crafted with our house-made cherry syrup. Inspired by classic cherry cola. For a limited time.

02/25/2026

We’re super excited to announce and introduce the four forty four! We cooked up this special for 2 reasons:

1- Cold brew lattes are the best iced lattes. It was our original signature drink when we first opened over 13 years ago.

2- Everything is getting so damn expensive. We wanted to go the other way with it! For $4.44 you get one of the best iced drinks out there, with any syrup + any milk!

Have a wonderful weekend, we hope to see you at the shops!

01/30/2026

At Dark Horse, we believe in showing up for our community and leading with compassion.

We stand against any entity that disregards human rights.

Today in solidarity with the nationwide shutdown we are donating 50% of all proceeds from all Dark Horse Coffee Roasters locations to the ACLU
- an organization that helps protect individual rights and supports immigrant families by connecting them with legal resources and guidance when they need it most.
Let’s stick together! We are many.

Ice out.

01/19/2026

Mango is back. This Colombian Co-Ferment has Tropical notes such as Sweet Mango Sticky Rice. Limited Special Release 🥭

12/24/2025

Our Merch Showroom & Roastery Café is open until 12:30pm in Mission Valley. Run down for last-minute gift ideas for that coffee lover in your life! Happy Holidays 🤙🏽 5980 Fairmount Ave (suite 100)

12/19/2025

Holiday cheer, cozy coffee drinks, and gifts for the coffee lovers on your list. Stop by the shops this weekend! 🎁

12/13/2025

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12/07/2025

Our Journey Jacket is available online & at our merch room at the new Roastery Café. The “Journey” jacket is ready to explore. The outer body features a lightweight nylon fabric, designed to be warm, water resistant, and windproof. The nylon material also has built in stretch for mobility while traveling. Underarm knit gussets provide stretch, and release excess heat during high-output activity. The interior lining is a soft touch fleece meant to be warm, but breathable. Body Fabric: 100% Stretch Nylon Fabric
Interior: 100% Soft Touch Polyester Fleece
Easy Pull Full Front Zipper
Branded Rubber PVC Patch
Branded Woven Label Patch
Reflective Ink Back Print

12/02/2025

Our holiday drinks are back!
Minty Mocha & Noggy Latté — Mall Santas approve ☕️🎄

11/27/2025

BLACK FRIDAY. Our new café at the roastery is officially open FRIDAY — complete with a merch showroom featuring new and old designs. Plus, Black Friday deals on merch and coffee in-store and online! 📍Café is @ 5980 Fairmount Ave in Mission Gorge. Open till 2!

11/22/2025

Holiday hosting tip: Never run out of good coffee. Our beans are on sale through the weekend! In-store and online. Ask about a 5lb bag if you’re looking to really stock up!

Address

3840 Fairmount Avenue STE 100
San Diego, CA
92120

To get to the coffee shop, take the bus or trolley and get off at the Adams Ave station. From there, walk east for a few blocks until you see the establishment on your right.

If driving, there are plenty of street parking spaces available along Adams Avenue. However, be prepared to circle around a few times during peak hours. Alternatively, park in one of the nearby paid parking lots.

Website

http://www.DarkHorseCoffeeRoasters.com/

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What people say

Dark Horse Coffee Roasters on Adams Avenue in San Diego is a must-visit for coffee lovers. They source, roast, and brew amazing Direct-Trade coffees that are sure to impress even the most discerning palates. Their commitment to quality is evident in every cup of coffee they serve. Dark Horse Coffee Roasters has gained a loyal following thanks to their exceptional coffee and friendly service. The shop's cozy atmosphere makes it the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a cup of coffee with friends or catch up on work. Dark Horse Coffee Roasters also keeps things interesting by introducing new and exciting blends regularly, like their Anaerobic Natural from Colombia, which was a limited release that tasted like strawberry jam, apple spice cake, and mulled red wine. It's no wonder that California.com recently recognized Dark Horse Coffee Roasters as one of the best coffee shops in the state. If you're looking for an exceptional cup of coffee in San Diego, look no further than Dark Horse Coffee Roasters on Adams Avenue.

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