If it wasn't for the ambiance is would probably drop it to 3 stars, but i do love walking in here.
average coffee shop with solid pastries and amazing ambiance
The ambiance is beyond wonderful. And this is a really great place to study or meet people. It reminds me of bhutan or Nepal and really calming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Michael Morgan
Great location and a good spot to grab coffee if you’re around. However, there are much better coffee places in LB. Coffee is not that great
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Cory Johnson
5 year customer who will be taking their business to rose park or black dog.
I have been going here for 5 years! And I am a little caffeine sensitive so I get a medium americano with only one or two shots in a large cup, extra ice, extra water. Simple drink. I get to the counter and my drink has only ice and coffee, which is cool, I get it, it can be complicated as my ask is not exactly on the menu. I patiently waited at the counter and asked if she minded topping off my cup with water(for lack of names this girl was new, short, and Hispanic). She puts a splash water and hands it back frustrated, and obviously having a bad day. I kindly ask, “would you mind filing it to the top?”. Now the pale white girl gets involved and tell me next time I need to order an Americano because they are different.
Their Large americano has 4 shots and the objective is to water it down. I told her upon my original order that my drink is essentially a medium iced americano in a large cup, extra ice and water. Just crazy that I was getting push back for just trying to have the drink I ordered. Both girls were extremely rude and have spoiled my experience and turned a happy morning coffee into their own pitty party. I hope they find some better help. Making coffee isn’t rocket science. Shout out all the guys that work there though. My guys, nothing but love.
What happened to good service?
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Carlos
Coffee was so bitter. I normally try and find good coffee shops and bummed this is at the bottom of the list. Undrinkable. Got a large caramel macchiato. They serve hot food but you have to be early and they've run out of certain ingredients to make certain coffee's.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 3
Ebon Scott
Every time we are in cali the wife and I stop here ! Great vibe , people and amazing coffee and hot apple cider ! And don’t forget a chocolate muffin
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Blueberry Muffin
Eugene Lisovskiy
I usually come here to work ?? They have several great spots with power outlets, including a bar table with high chairs, a large table for six where you can meet with co-workers, and small tables for two if you prefer a quieter space. It’s a pretty nice place to grab a coffee and get things done. Plus, it opens early in the morning, which makes it perfect for early morning calls when working from home isn’t an option. The hot brew black coffee is excellent! They offer light, medium, and dark roasts—I prefer the medium. The baristas are always super friendly and welcoming. The Wi-Fi is free, but there are some restrictions (I couldn’t connect to AWS services or certain banking websites). Overall - love this place ?
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Hussein Ahmed
A very friendly staff, an amazing coffee and matcha.. and the the bagels ? are perfect!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Oldmanpuzzles
Very cool place Good drinks The staff was beyond accommodating! I ordered a coffee but my wife was overheated from the hot day and having a bad reaction. Damar very kindly put some ice in a glove at my request as an impromptu ice pack and was very helpful! Will visit again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chelsea Gordon
Great coffee!! The staff does an exceptional job. The coffee is perfect and the service is great. The atmosphere can be a bit chaotic, but the location is great.
This is a great local shop, just a hop and a skip in distance, and as a soon to be future residence ;) , I can objectively say this place provides a great service to the community and a quality product. The employees seem to genuinely engage with the patrons and take pride in their function. I felt welcomed with friendly smiles.... I'm looking forward to many more visits and trying the huge variety of specialty items. If you are a fan of extra strength lattes that'll get your day moving, this is definitely the spot! Thank you Hot Java!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mohan
Cafe au lait supposed to be made with steamed hot milk but in front of me they poured regular coffee mixed with whole milk. Almond croissant was not fresh, rough and tough like it was there for over days. Will skip this place going forward.
If it wasn't for the ambiance is would probably drop it to 3 stars, but i do love walking in here.
average coffee shop with solid pastries and amazing ambiance
The ambiance is beyond wonderful. And this is a really great place to study or meet people. It reminds me of bhutan or Nepal and really calming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Great location and a good spot to grab coffee if you’re around. However, there are much better coffee places in LB. Coffee is not that great
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
5 year customer who will be taking their business to rose park or black dog.
I have been going here for 5 years! And I am a little caffeine sensitive so I get a medium americano with only one or two shots in a large cup, extra ice, extra water. Simple drink. I get to the counter and my drink has only ice and coffee, which is cool, I get it, it can be complicated as my ask is not exactly on the menu. I patiently waited at the counter and asked if she minded topping off my cup with water(for lack of names this girl was new, short, and Hispanic). She puts a splash water and hands it back frustrated, and obviously having a bad day. I kindly ask, “would you mind filing it to the top?”. Now the pale white girl gets involved and tell me next time I need to order an Americano because they are different.
Their Large americano has 4 shots and the objective is to water it down. I told her upon my original order that my drink is essentially a medium iced americano in a large cup, extra ice and water. Just crazy that I was getting push back for just trying to have the drink I ordered. Both girls were extremely rude and have spoiled my experience and turned a happy morning coffee into their own pitty party. I hope they find some better help. Making coffee isn’t rocket science. Shout out all the guys that work there though. My guys, nothing but love.
What happened to good service?
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Coffee was so bitter. I normally try and find good coffee shops and bummed this is at the bottom of the list. Undrinkable. Got a large caramel macchiato. They serve hot food but you have to be early and they've run out of certain ingredients to make certain coffee's.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 3
Every time we are in cali the wife and I stop here ! Great vibe , people and amazing coffee and hot apple cider ! And don’t forget a chocolate muffin
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Blueberry Muffin
I usually come here to work ?? They have several great spots with power outlets, including a bar table with high chairs, a large table for six where you can meet with co-workers, and small tables for two if you prefer a quieter space. It’s a pretty nice place to grab a coffee and get things done. Plus, it opens early in the morning, which makes it perfect for early morning calls when working from home isn’t an option. The hot brew black coffee is excellent! They offer light, medium, and dark roasts—I prefer the medium. The baristas are always super friendly and welcoming. The Wi-Fi is free, but there are some restrictions (I couldn’t connect to AWS services or certain banking websites). Overall - love this place ?
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
A very friendly staff, an amazing coffee and matcha.. and the the bagels ? are perfect!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very cool place
Good drinks
The staff was beyond accommodating! I ordered a coffee but my wife was overheated from the hot day and having a bad reaction. Damar very kindly put some ice in a glove at my request as an impromptu ice pack and was very helpful! Will visit again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great coffee!! The staff does an exceptional job. The coffee is perfect and the service is great. The atmosphere can be a bit chaotic, but the location is great.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dog friendly cafe with wifi and plenty of seating
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Dog friendly cafe with wifi and plenty of seating
best Lavender Lemonade anywhere!
This is a great local shop, just a hop and a skip in distance, and as a soon to be future residence ;) , I can objectively say this place provides a great service to the community and a quality product. The employees seem to genuinely engage with the patrons and take pride in their function. I felt welcomed with friendly smiles.... I'm looking forward to many more visits and trying the huge variety of specialty items. If you are a fan of extra strength lattes that'll get your day moving, this is definitely the spot! Thank you Hot Java!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cafe au lait supposed to be made with steamed hot milk but in front of me they poured regular coffee mixed with whole milk. Almond croissant was not fresh, rough and tough like it was there for over days. Will skip this place going forward.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Slightly more expensive than I prefer.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
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