Feb 23, 2026 - Food and Drink
New all-day coffee and matcha spot opens in Convoy
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Try an ube or mango foam matcha latte at Labora. Photo: Kate Murphy/Axios
Labora Cafe just opened in Kearny Mesa, serving ceremonial matcha, Vietnamese slow-drip and espresso drinks.
The new all-day coffee shop is one of the few local spots you can count on for a full workday and a late-afternoon caffeine fix.
Best sip: The creamy Amber 26 matcha latte's fruity mango foam balances out the tea's earthy bitterness.
- If you're new to matcha, go with one of the flavored lattes and up the sweetness level.
The vibe: There's plenty of spacious, comfortable seating for catching up with a friend or remote work, including a large communal table.
- The electro-jazz background music was bumpin' and it was busy with students and professionals on a weekday afternoon.
Stop by: Open daily from 8am–9pm at 8055 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
- The small shopping center near Convoy has some parking, but it's usually limited in the area.