Independent Coffee Shop
Encuentro Cafe
3941 Congress Street, San Diego, CA
What it’s known for
A locally owned neighborhood coffee shop. Also: vegan options.
Coffee styles
- Espresso drinks
- Drip coffee
Based on the café’s type and listing details. Check the menu for exact drinks.
Why go
Support a local, independent coffee shop in San Diego. Offers outdoor seating, vegan/vegetarian options.
Good to know
- Outdoor seating
- Vegan/vegetarian options
Map
Cafés nearby
- Java Joe's1 min walk
- old town's gourmet cafe5 min walk
- Korky's7 min walk
- Starbucks – Camino Del Rio & Hancock11 min walk
- Selva Coffee House12 min walk
- Starbucks – Sports Arena & Rosecrans13 min walk
Walking times are estimates at an easy pace (about 3 mph) along streets.
Listing from OpenStreetMap, checked October 2026. Own this café or spotted a mistake? Send a correction.