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3:16 Cafe
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About 3:16 Cafe

3:16 Cafe in Imperial, CA is the kind of welcoming café that brings people together over quality food, excellent drinks, and a relaxed place to unwind. Conveniently located at 123 N Imperial Ave, this local favorite has earned an impressive 4.70 out of 5 rating from 208 reviews, reflecting the consistently positive experience customers enjoy.

Whether you are stopping in for a morning coffee, meeting a friend for brunch, or settling in for a quiet lunch, 3:16 Cafe creates the kind of atmosphere that feels both comfortable and dependable.

Its casual, cozy, and trendy setting makes it easy to enjoy time well spent, while the thoughtful service and inviting environment help turn a simple meal into something memorable.

What truly sets 3:16 Cafe apart is the range of options and amenities designed to fit the way people live and dine today. Guests can enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dessert, and catering, along with a menu that includes coffee, comfort food, healthy options, and quick bites.

The café is especially known for its great coffee and great tea selection, making it a natural choice for anyone looking for a quality drink and a satisfying meal. With outdoor seating, dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and on-site services available, customers have the flexibility to choose the experience that works best for them.

It is also a strong option for solo dining and for those working on a laptop, thanks to Wi-Fi, free Wi-Fi, and a calm, quiet setting that supports both productivity and relaxation.

Accessibility and convenience are also thoughtfully addressed at 3:16 Cafe. The business offers wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restroom facilities, ensuring that more guests can visit with ease and comfort. Additional features such as an on-site bar, gender-neutral toilets, restrooms, and table service add to the overall convenience and quality of the experience.

Reservations are accepted, and payment is simple with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. For customers in search of a café that combines warmth, variety, accessibility, and consistently high ratings, 3:16 Cafe stands out as a dependable and inviting choice in Imperial.

★★★★★ 4.70 rating (208 reviews)
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A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Stephanie

Stephanie

6 years ago

Atmosphere was really nice and cozy. I got the spiced chai latte a d it tasted amazing. Will definitely be coming alot more often.

Kelley Ashbrook

Kelley Ashbrook

7 years ago

Love the atmosphere, service and coffee. For the Imperial Valley this place is hard to beat. I had a Chemex pour over and apple-sage latte. As a fellow roaster I would highly recommend you check it out.

Aduel Vazquez

Aduel Vazquez

4 years ago

Good and cozy local coffee shop with friendly staff. The place is calm and has a very welcoming vibe. It's right by downtown so it's very accessible. I had the white mocha frapp and it was just right and tasty. Definitely recommend this place !

Diego Esparza Esparza

Diego Esparza Esparza

2 years ago

Very friendly service and the food blew my expectations in quality and price. Would highly recommend if you're passing through el centro or live here

Karen Ross

Karen Ross

2 years ago

This is my third time here and every time it had been so delicious. wish they had one vegan option in the food menu and maybe a stamp card for rewards since I'm gonna be coming here a lot ;)

Maria Vargas

Maria Vargas

4 months ago

I ordered the caramel banana matcha and omg it was soooo yum! I definitely recommend 👌.

Juan Alvarez

Juan Alvarez

5 months ago

Very clean and orderly, excellent customer service,and prompt gives it choose 3:16 over Starbucks any day.

Shady Grove Oliver

Shady Grove Oliver

a year ago

Lovely coffee shop in Imperial! Plenty of indoor seating, delicious food (recommend the cucumber toast for vegetarians) and great espresso and coffee!

VM J21

VM J21

9 months ago

The atmosphere is always welcoming. Their coffee is so good, not too sweet, and not too bitter. They always make it just right. Their breakfast/lunch sandwiches are made to order and they are really good.

Eda

Eda

a year ago

Our barista Tony was incredibly friendly and skilled at concocting us a mocha frappe and hot matcha latte. I especially loved their loaded croissant here! Pleasantly surprised this hidden gem in Imperial Valley. They have a sister branch in El Centro that just grand opened in May 2024. Will have to check out that location as well.

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

123 N Imperial Ave, Imperial, CA 92251, United States

Reservations

+1 760-355-9751

Hours

Closed · Saturday 8 am–2 pm
Sunday 8 am–2 pm
Monday 7 am–4 pm
Tuesday 7 am–4 pm
Wednesday 7 am–4 pm
Thursday 7 am–4 pm
Friday 7 am–4 pm
Saturday 8 am–2 pm
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