Vigilante Coffee

Nice location and good coffee. In oceanside we don't have a shortage of gastro pubs, pizza and coffee. It seems there is a coffee joint every half block. In some cases there are coffee joints right next to coffee joints. Its tough to stand out. While Vigilante does not stant out it has a very nice space and a good small menu. They also have a couple of gluten free treats. There is a good bit of seating and they let dogs in. They have some outside seating but there was someone smoking there when I visited which was a bummer. Still I'd go to here over many local options.

Motivating place to work remote with friendly, knowledgeable staff and fresh tasting menu items. Customers are in the door as soon as they open no matter what day it is. I've always been able to find a parking spot and find a table with a plug for my computer. I'm a morning person so it's nice that they open early and it's a chill atmosphere to work in. Very close to the beach which is where I'll stop before or after my visit for a run. Their iced (or hot) vanilla latte with oat milk is my go to beverage. Very smooth and the flavor is never overpowering. They offer baked goods that are from local shops in the area. Most of these items are gluten free, vegan or both. I've had a blueberry scone, chocolate chip cookie, apple crumb cake and the cherry avocado toast. You can clean up after yourself and put items in bins or they come around and grab it when they can. They offer free water on draft a the counter. It's an open, industrial concept and the front is made of garage doors and windows. I dress a little warmer / bring my coat with me when it's cold out - it's chilly inside sometimes. I like to sit near the back to watch them roast the beans in house. They also sell bagged coffee and other merchandise in the front of the shop. Also love this place because it is dog friendly inside and outside.