50 Best Coffee Shops near Playa Del Rey

“Anastasia gave me the best service I’ve had anywhere in LA she explain the entire menus and food in cases making sure I knew about all the delicious options, whoever her employer is is very lucky, the bathroom was spotless abs the coffee delightful!“

“Amazing food not too far from the beach with absolutely awesome customer service! The #Vegan plates and chips and salsa cannot be beat anywhere close. The ambiance is casual and cool! LOVE this place!❤“

“Best coffee and super nice people!“

“good food good coffee good service and very close to home“

“Griselda and the people working here made my mom feel special every day when she came in for her coffee for many years until she passed away.

Someone even came to the funeral and brought donuts for everyone! Truly wonderful people.“

“Fabulous. Love the French Onion souop“

“**A sweet slice of heaven in Santa Monica!** Junior Cookies is an absolute *gem*. I came in for the cookies (which are AMAZING – warm, gooey, and perfectly crisp on the edges), but I stayed for the whole vibe. Their ice cream is ultra creamy with rich, dreamy flavors that pair perfectly with the cookies—highly recommend making your own cookie cream with ice cream with cookies! I was also pleasantly surprised by how good their coffee is. It’s bold, smooth, and just what I needed to balance out the sugar rush. Honestly, it’s rare to find a cookie shop where the coffee actually stands out, but Junior Cookies gets it right. Best coffee, best cookies, best matcha, and best ice cream in la! The place is super cute inside, with a cozy neighborhood feel and friendly staff who seem genuinely happy to be there. You can tell everything is made with love. The cookies and recipes are unique. 5 star bakery in LA. If you're in Santa Monica, **don’t miss this spot**. Whether you’re craving dessert, a caffeine fix, or just want to treat yourself, Junior Cookies delivers!“

“Wow, randomly popped in for a matcha, & it's spectacular 👏
I got the Magic Matcha with pistachio milk & added cardamom. Beautiful flavor, consistency, & texture.
The cafe vibes are also very cool 😎👌“

“A cute coffee pit stop on the way to or from the beach. Even though thus far I’ve only had the coconut coffee tonic, the menu appears to be creative of sorts.

I asked for a splash of milk in the tonic and was pleasantly surprised that it was coconut. Vibes won’t win any awards just yet. However, I take into account that some people can be shy, and they warmed up a little on my second visit. Shout-out to Asher, who asked how my day was going.

Atmosphere gets a 3/5 because I didn't sit inside long enough to vibe out the vibe, and there's no restroom. Call me old-fashioned.

For now, it will be my new regular pit stop.“

“Stopped by Be Bright Coffee and ordered a cortado made with their Colombia Paola Trujillo Wush Wush Natural. The coffee had tasting notes of blood orange, red currant, honeysuckle, and tart cherry juice, which made it a really interesting coffee to experience in a milk drink.

The cortado itself was very well executed. The milk had a smooth, creamy texture with strong integration, and the body remained cohesive throughout most of the drink. As I worked my way through it, the espresso and milk continued to hold together nicely without developing a thick or separated layer of foam. The tasting notes had good clarity and came through well in the milk. The latte art could have been a little cleaner and more defined, but that’s a minor presentation detail and didn’t take away from the quality of the drink.

My main technical feedback would be the temperature. It was served just slightly hotter than I think it should have been. The flavors were still clear from the beginning, but the difference became noticeable as the cortado cooled. The coffee really opened up, and those fruit-forward characteristics became even more expressive and enjoyable. Starting the drink at that slightly lower temperature would have made the experience feel more dialed in from the very first sip.

I gave Be Bright four stars, and part of that comes down to the $10 price of the cortado. At that price point, I think the expectations naturally move into a different category. When you’re paying $10 for a cortado featuring a coffee like this, I’m expecting the execution to be as close to perfect as possible. The slightly higher serving temperature, along with the minor presentation detail, was enough to keep this one from reaching that level for me.

The customer service was excellent. Everyone was friendly and welcoming, and the person working the register was especially nice and made the experience feel inviting. Overall, it was a very good cortado with quality coffee behind it, and I’d definitely return to try some of the other beans they offer.“

“Nice vibes, convenient location with easy parking, beautiful decor. Service was lacking, but understand there is a labor shortage right now, perhaps that's to blame here. Bodega sando was perfection! Pastries were alright...most looked better than they tasted. I'd say they were good but not great.“

“Love this place, staff is friendly and owners too. coffee is great and I'm very picky about coffee! free Wi-Fi is nice too!“

“Project Bloom Coffee is a charming little spot with a warm, inviting atmosphere. The pastries and drinks looked fresh and appealing, and the friendly service made the visit even more enjoyable. A lovely place to unwind, grab a coffee, and indulge in something sweet.“

“The Amsterdam Cucumber Mint Lemonade“

“The cold brew is smooth and full bodied, not like others that taste charred, and served with a blue and white paper straw. Friendly service. Wonderful ambience on a Sunday morning. Unfortunately, no vegan pastries. And the only food item with a (v) for vegan on the menu is a side salad. All smoothies are labeled vegan. Updated from previous review on 2026-07-26“

“chill spot for friendly conversation.“

“The mocha latte is divine and incredibly unique. The cold brew is always fun and interesting and WAY better than anything I can do myself.

In general the existence of this coffee shop makes me want to cry with joy. The vibes are immaculate“

“Such a beautiful place! All white chairs and tables are too cute! The coffee is so delicious and the crepes!!! I will definitely be back to taste savory crepe, today I got the Nutella and strawberry! The fried egg sandwich was so flavorful! And then shakerto was even better! Sweet but full body! ❤“

“This is hands down my favorite coffee spot in the city. The atmosphere is incredibly warm and inviting—perfect whether you need to get some work done or just want to relax with a good book. Their lattes are consistently smooth and perfectly balanced, and you can tell they truly care about the quality of their beans. The baristas are always smiling and genuinely friendly, which makes every visit a great experience. Highly recommend pairing your coffee with their fresh almond croissants. I can't wait to come back!“

“Grade A+ (96): Small little kitchen, don't know how much food can come out of it!! They have a small little sitting area, but we most often do it as take out. The Jambon Beurre (Ham and Butter) are my favorite, the Baguette 🥖 is awesome and they put a hefty amount of butter and French Ham very thinking sliced. The Ham & Cheese and the Chocolate Croissants are very good but you have to go early, by 12:30 they were sold out! The guys are very friendly, prices are a bit on the high side but what can you do, it's unique.“

“I always wanted to stop at this coffee olace and try it But never had the chance finally stopped. And walked in Beverly Hills and had their coffee. I took an Ice Cappuccino and it was phenomenal. My new favorite cap in town. Will be back for more items soon.“

“Such a sweet and kind establishment“

“New favorite coffee shop alert 😍 absolutely loved this place. The sugar cookie cream top latte half sweet was PERFECT! Dream latte. Also their almond milk is so delicious. Very nutty. And their breakfast burrito was absolutely perfect.
On top of it, the staff was super friendly which is always an additional star. Definitely will be back.“

“We were visiting LA from Canada and love the Pura Vida in Miami, so we were really happy to find this here in Beverly Hills! The food and coffee were fantastic just like Miami. The service was excellent, they went above and beyond to welcome us.“

“Hot day. We had a relax time with amazing tea!!!“

“Love this place! ❤️ Great tea and delicious pastries! The scones are my favorite! Great atmosphere and definitely one of my to-go-to fave places!“

“cute local coffee shop, friendly & great recommendations“

“I just want to say that ADAM that works here is truly a gem. He is the sweetest and kindest person and I wish there were more people like him in the world. I love you Adam! You made my night! Thank you Adam for making my experience so amazing and unforgettable! Also, obsessed with the potstickers here !“

“This cafe is wonderful...they have really good overnight oats and their iced honey lavender lattes are delicious (I know...sounds different, but seriously try it!) The owner is super friendly and the cafe has many places to sit to enjoy your coffee. Will definitely come back:)“

“Great service , great ambience, great margarita drinks overall, an awesome place with outdoor patio. Just beautiful.“

“I love this place and come constantly. The food and service are fabulous. The staff are extremely friendly and the atmosphere is so beautiful. I really wanted to give five stars, but I just wish the owner would fix the A/C. I feel really bad that the staff have to work in such hot temperatures in the summer, especially the gentleman working the grill. Please fix it for them and I'll be happy to leave another 5-star review :)“

“Micah was my barista who was very knowledgeable about the espresso machine and the coffee beans used in the process of the French Toast Latte.“

“We Puffy Heart Fan Girl Cafe“

“Sarah is such a sweetheart! I’m not sure if she owns or manages this location, but she was delightful either way. I tried an espresso to see if I liked the flavor & ended up not being a fan of it. The espresso is fine, I think I prefer a different flavor profile. She offered me another espresso to try and I liked it better! To top it off, she let me take a bag of espresso home to try, just because she likes coffee & sharing it with the community. The baristas were very nice as well and overall this was a great experience. Thank you Sarah!“

“Amazing assortment of breads! So many great pastries! A nice and relaxing atmosphere with friendly service!“

“Sophia was an INCREDIBLE server, whilst the food was phenomenal she made the entire experience so special and worth every penny. Highly recommend for a special occasion or elegant but still slightly casual date night. Will definitely be coming back and hopefully with miss Sophia as our server again!“

“It's a nice quiet atmosphere the workers are very nice and polite very friendly the pistachio coffee is bomb my daughter gets the machi machi idk what it's called but she is very tough to please when it comes to her coffee but she loves this spot she loves loves it every time she's in my area she'll wanna stops here to get her coffee love you Monique 💋“

“The owner and the atmosphere is 10/10. She loves working there and locals like her too. The music and the vibe are great - its cozy and warm inside. My bagel was 4/5 - I wish it had pickled onions instead of the raw ones and a better dressing for the salad - it was bland. The bagel was tender and the amount of smoked salmon was right. I might come back to try something else next time“

“Lovely family business. Great food & drinks, easy parking, inside & outside seating, affordable prices & totally relaxed & comfy athmosfere!“

“the option of pistachio milk. the pastries are fantastic.“

“Damo’s Strawberry Matcha is absolutely amazing—beautifully presented, delicious, and totally worth the hype! 🍓🍵 If you’re in LA, it’s a must-try. Bonus points for having free parking, which feels almost impossible to find in Los Angeles!“

“I wasn't having the best day when I walked into Boba Sound in Koreatown. I was frustrated, irritated, and honestly just not in a great mood. The moment I walked in, however, I was welcomed by Kelly, whose smile was as bright as a cloudless morning sun.

Kelly was friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, and gave excellent recommendations. I ended up trying the honeydew smoothie with lychee jelly, and it was absolutely delicious—I highly recommend that combination.

What made this visit special wasn't just the drink. Within a couple of minutes of interacting with Kelly, my entire attitude and outlook had changed. Her kindness, charisma, and genuine thoughtfulness made me feel seen and appreciated. She seemed to sense I wasn't having the best day and went out of her way to make the experience better. She even gave me the little bit of smoothie that was left in the blender, which was such a simple but thoughtful gesture.

Great customer service can completely change someone's day, and that's exactly what happened here. I'll definitely be coming back—not just for the amazing smoothies, but for the outstanding service and welcoming atmosphere.

If I'm anywhere near the area, Boba Sound will be one of my stops. Kelly deserves recognition for the exceptional experience she provided. Five stars isn't enough—I would gladly give 20 stars if that were an option.“

“the empanadas are exquisite. you have to try them to understand. this some homemade Argentina style 😋 deliciousness. Rico is a show to say the least. I will definitely stop by just to grab some more empanadas. my highlight of the boardwalk. like Rico says they're 🔥 fire.“

“Congratulations on 10 years!“

“Highly recommend to stop here for your coffee, it was amazing 10/10. I think the name of the coffee I got was galaxy… had notes of raspberry and dark rum. Per recmd of staff. I decided to try something different and gave it a shot , this drink was absolutely delicious. Very smooth and perfect combination of flavors. Staff was very friendly too and welcoming! The atmosphere is very chill also. We enjoyed our coffee. Def recmd if you’re in the area. We searched for coffees and this was 10 min from where we were staying, didn’t disappoint.“

“Micah was my barista who was very knowledgeable about the espresso machine and the coffee beans used in the process of the French Toast Latte.“

“Fantastic coffee. espresso or drip, they know exactly what they are doing“

“Cute, fun, and immediately won me over because they use Dune Coffee beans, aka one of my favorite coffee spots from Santa Barbara!

The matcha was incredible and my friend LOVED her strawberry matcha because the milk tasted infused with freeze-dried strawberries which really leveled up the strawberry flavor! Super unique and really tasty. Will definitely be back!“

“This place was exceptional. Tucked inside Dudley Market right along the water, it transforms into a coffee shop during the day. I walked in and there was a warm familial vibe between everyone. And a great DJ. Seems like a neighborhood staple. It was just one barista operating the shop, he opened this place four years ago and clearly cares deeply about the craft of coffee!! He was thoughtful and said the quality of beans and where/how they were sourced was important to him. He even sells the beans in vintage VHS movie tapes. The drinks were excellent. I ordered the Cafe Rico. Warm, bold, rich coffee with a hint of orange, vanilla and a thick frothy top sprinkled with cacao. Amazing. No modifications, which feels like the artistry. You drink as it’s intended. I ended up grabbing a cappuccino as well bc my first drink was so impressive and I’d heard rave reviews about this spot. I noticed online there were poor reviews about him specifically being a jerk but he was lovely to me! We had really nice conversation. Little sassy but in a fun way. Like when I ordered the cafe Rico he was like “okay be basic then”. Which I thought was funny. Will definitely be coming back. Can’t wait to try more drinks. Thanks Nicely!! xx“

“My husband and I stopped by for a late breakfast and were so happy we did. The food was delicious, the coffee was really good, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. You can tell this place is made with a lot of love and care.We’ll definitely stop by whenever we’re in the area.“