San Diego doesn’t really do “sweater weather.” We do “it’s 75 degrees, but it’s November.” Fall here is more of a mood than a temperature, and the fastest way to get in the mood is a seasonal drink. This year at F Street Cafe in the Gaslamp, fall is in the cup and on the plate.
The star of the season: Pumpkin Teddy Graham Latte
Our fall signature is the Pumpkin Teddy Graham Latte: cozy pumpkin flavor in a latte, finished with Teddy Grahams for a playful, nostalgic touch. It’s a little bit grown-up coffee and a little bit after-school snack. That’s exactly the elegant-but-cute spirit we love at F Street.
- 12oz: $6
- 16oz: $7
It’s the drink that says “fall” even when the forecast says “beach day.”
The $10 Fall Combo (through Thanksgiving)
Some fall mornings call for more than a drink. Our Fall Combo pairs a Pumpkin Teddy Graham Latte with a Pumpkin Streusel Muffin for $10: a soft, spiced muffin with a crumbly streusel top, next to your latte.
It’s a great grab-and-go breakfast on the way into the office, a treat to split with a coworker, or a little reward for making it to Friday. The Fall Combo runs through Thanksgiving, so don’t wait until the last week of November to try it.
Counting down to Thanksgiving
November in the Gaslamp is busy: holiday shopping, office parties, friends in town. That’s a lot of reasons to need a good coffee. Swing by for a Fall Combo on your way into work, or grab one to fuel a Saturday of shopping downtown (we’re open 8am–2pm on Saturdays).
Hosting a Friendsgiving or a pre-holiday team meeting? A tray of pastries and a round of fall lattes makes it feel like the season.
More cozy picks on our menu
If you’re in more of a classic mood, our regular menu has plenty to keep you warm:
- Coffees, milk teas and frappes: $6 (12oz) / $7 (16oz)
- Croffles ($5–8): our crispy, buttery croissant-waffles, great with any fall latte
- Pastries ($5)
- Oatmeal ($6) for a warm, simple breakfast
Why seasonal drinks are worth the trip downtown
Seasonal menus are short on purpose. They show up, they make a few weeks feel special, and then they’re gone. That’s half the fun. Trying the new fall drink has become its own little ritual: the first pumpkin latte of the year, the latte you post before you sip, the muffin you “accidentally” order twice in one week.
For downtown workers it’s an easy, affordable way to make a regular weekday feel different. For visitors exploring the Gaslamp, it’s a reason to stop at a local cafe instead of a chain. Either way, you’re supporting a neighborhood small business on F Street.
Fall at F Street: quick FAQ
What’s in the Fall Combo? A Pumpkin Teddy Graham Latte and a Pumpkin Streusel Muffin, together for $10.
How long is the Fall Combo available? Through Thanksgiving.
How much is the Pumpkin Teddy Graham Latte on its own? $6 for a 12oz, $7 for a 16oz.
When does the Fall Combo end? It’s available through Thanksgiving (Thursday, Nov 26), so come by before then.
Where are you? 530 F Street in the Gaslamp Quarter, between Fifth and Sixth Avenues.
Bringing fall to the office
Want to surprise the team? Our catering packages include coffee for the group. The Coffee & Crumbs Combo (6 coffees + 6 assorted pastries, $48) is perfect for a small team. For a bigger spread, call or text our Catering Coordinator at 619-629-2938, or email hello@fstreetcafe.com.
Visit us
F Street Cafe 530 F Street, San Diego, CA 92101 (Gaslamp Quarter)
- Monday–Friday: 6am–2pm
- Saturday: 8am–2pm
- Sunday: closed
- Late-night pizza: Friday & Saturday, 9:30pm–3am
Browse the full menu at fstreetcafe.com, and come taste fall in the Gaslamp before it’s gone.