San Diego Mom - Carmel Valley

Off the beaten path for those of us up in North County, but too fun not to mention here, is Java Mama in La Mesa.  I hope some enterprising Mom in our area too will follow the link on the web site for licensing to open up a similar location nearby.  I have yet to make it to this spot, but I’m putting it on my list to do.

Java Mama offers a play area for little ones, organic baby food on the menu, and then a cafe complete with lattes, desserts and sandwiches.

Activities include Yoga (for family and/or Mom), music, art baby signs and more.  There is a supervised play area from 10-2 if you just want to relax and drink a cup of coffee or chat with a friend, make conference calls for work, etc. Free wifi makes this a no brainer.

Want to relax with your child in this setting, but enjoy an activity together?  Check out storytime in Spanish, dance parties, art brunches and more.  And, yes, they also do birthday parties.

http://www.javamama.com/ 

Looking for comparisons of local tea houses? High teas, etc.?  Tea Map is doing a great job of collecting reviews.  There are quite a few local tea houses listed here with many reviews.  Check out the CA page here: http://www.teamap.com/states/state_CA_Distance.html

This location is in in the Point Loma area of San Diego - a good 15-20 minutes without traffic from Carmel Valley, but a beautiful part of San Diego to be sure.  Reviews of the location can be found at TeaMap - http://www.teamap.com/tearooms/tea_upon_chatsworth_1412.html

People seem to like the food and teas, the service.  The interior is described as a great escape.  I have been to this location and enjoyed my tea there. Their web site is at: http://www.cu4t.com/ for menus, pricing, etc.

This is a darling - Old Town location.  They offer teas for children (though older as it appears they use the bone china for the kids too), for showers, and even walk-in. http://www.mrsburtonstearoom.com/home.htm

I’ve never been to this location, but have heard good things about it.  They have dress up - hats, boas, gloves and jewelry.  Even top hats for the men if you chose to do an adult gathering.  The home is part of Heritage Park, a grouping of old homes restored and cared for with vintage flavor.