
A unique family-friendly cafe -
the first in Southern California
8250 La Mesa Blvd.
La Mesa, CA 91941
619-337-0012
Our entrance is on Spring Street, behind the Wireless Toyz store.
Directions and Parking
Yes, we have free parking!
Summer Hours
Mon.-Wed. 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Thurs.-Fri. 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat. 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
Sun. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Announcements
Check out our August newsletter. To be added to our mailing list, send an email to javamama@javamama.com
Photography contest! The theme for this contest is "Memories of Summer". Photos are to be in color, 8X10 or larger, mounted on a 16X20 board. Winners will be announced soon!
If you are interested in reserving our classroom for your playgroup, knitting circle, scrapbooking group, etc. please call the cafe at 619-337-0012 or email Alicia@javamama.com.
Please, no outside food or beverages (except for young children's snacks) in the cafe. Java Mama offers a wide variety of delicious menu items to satisfy any palate of any age.
Interested in opening your own Java Mama? Join us on August 2nd from 1-4 p.m. for a seminar on opening and running a child-friendly cafe. Click on our licensing page for more information.
Java Mama is also looking for an equity business partner and investors. If you are interested, please email alicia@javamama.com.
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Where Coffee Time Meets Play Time
Finally, a coffeehouse for adults and children! Tired of dirty looks when your little one starts making noise at the local coffeehouse? Have you been yearning for a place where you can relax and drink a cup of coffee that is also kid-friendly?Java Mama is a cafe created especially with parents and caregivers in mind. Relax with a cup of gourmet coffee or tea while your little one plays nearby in our specially designed play area. Play with your child in the play area or during designated hours let our experienced staff watch your child while you read the newspaper, get some work done using our free WiFi or attend one of our many classes such as pre- and post- natal yoga. We also have classes for the little ones, such as children's yoga, drama, dance, music and art classes.
Whether it's time for a snack or a full meal, Java Mama Cafe is the place to be. Check out our extensive children's menu featuring real fruit juice CoolSicles, smoothies and tried and true favorites such as hot dogs, chicken nuggets and pb&j sandwiches. For the big people check out our full line of gourmet espresso and tea drinks, along with your favorite baked goods, and delicious made-to-order salads and panini sandwiches. We've also expanded our breakfast menu with specialty bagels and breakfast sandwiches. Java Mama is the only child-friendly cafe around that prepares its own food on-site - meaning your order is made fresh just for you.
Upcoming Special Events:
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Special Storytime and Face-Painting - Wed. August 6th @ 10am
This Wednesday we are excited to welcome Paradise the Clown for storytime. Paradise will read stories and end with face painting and balloons. This event is free!
Free Weekly Events:
Mondays
Dance Party - A Java Mama Original Event!
Put on your boogie shoes and hustle on down to Java Mama for a free mini-dance party featuring bubbles! shaky eggs! parachutes! and free kid's drinks! Upbeat children's dance tunes will be spinning as you wave your hands in the air and say F-U-N! Instructor led dance time from 3-3:30pm. Kid’s Beverages are FREE with a $3 drink purchase from 2:30-5:30.* Free to Java Mama customers.
**Kid’s beverages include chocolate moos, juice and milk. Mondays at 3pm.
Tuesdays
Signing Storytime
Join expert sign language instructor Joann Woolley as she delights your little ones with favorites such as Brown Bear, Brown Bear and Goodnight Moon. Every other Tuesday at 11am. Check calendar for dates.
Stories and Crafts
NEW! Join us every Tuesday night for a story and craft. $5 demo on Tuesday, July 29th. Tuesdays at 6:30pm.
Wednesdays
Storytime with Clarissa
Clap your hands, stomp your feet, wiggle all around! Wiggle?! At storytime?! You betcha! Join us as we sing, dance, and read entertaining stories with lots of expression. Aimed at toddlers and preschoolers (but all ages are welcome!), it’s 30 minutes you (and your children) are sure to enjoy! Wednesdays at 10am. Free to Java Mama customers
Grandparent's Day
Every Wednesday, seniors receive 10% off their order. Be sure to ask for discount at the register.
Thursdays
Silly Sing-a-Long
Wheels on the Bus, Itsy Bitsy Spider, and the Hokey Pokey come to life as Tim's rockin' alter ego takes the stage (in the play area) with everyone's favorite children's tunes. Kick it for 30 minutes of musical fun while you relax with your favorite cup, or join the kids for some high-energy, interactive fun.
Thursdays at 6:30pm.
Fridays
Spanish Storytime
Join us for a half hour of stories, music and movement led in Spanish by Maestra Blanca. This storytime is suitable for the Spanish speaker as well as those who are just learning. Monthly at 3:00pm. Free to Java Mama customers. Check calendar for dates.