Caffe Luxxe - Santa Monica

After a morning weekend walking event in Santa Monica, I stopped by Caffe Luxxe for a coffee pick-me-up. They were temporarily closed around 11 am and had a sign up that they would reopen at noon, but they ended up opening earlier when I walked by around 11:50 am.

I parked at a small street around the block since part of the street parking on the main street were blocked for construction and walked to Caffe Luxxe. A line was already formed inside that almost reached the door, but they keep the line moving.

I was debating between the Caffe Shakerato ($6.75 for 8 oz, which has espresso and dark chocolate) and the Caffe Nico ($7.50 for 8 oz, which has espresso and cinnamon), but ultimately decided on the Caffe Shakerato. I was appreciative that they were cool with using my reusable tumbler (as I continue on my quest to avoid disposable plastic). This chilled drink was so good, a delicious blend of coffee and chocolate!

The Best

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Rude staff

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Good espresso. Had these little ginger cookies that hit the spot with my clients. Staff are no nonsense and hyper focused on pulling exceptional espresso.

Atmosphere: 2

Service: 4

The coffee drinks are very good and that’s the only item that’s good

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 3

Caffe Luxxe is an exquisite cafe and L.A.'s premiere coffee roaster. They're located in Montana ave in Santa Monica. They serve good coffee and tea drinks as well as pastries.

I have drove by them a few time and finally got the chance to check-in today.
I arrived early Sunday morning to grab a hot Caffe Latte and a Choco Croissant. Both items were good, however, I wish my croissant was warm. Service was spot on. Prices were a bit pricey but expected for the area.

Indoor and outdoor seats were spacious. Atmosphere was relaxing. Staff were competent and professional. Street Parking only.

Overall, it's modest coffee shop.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Great coffee choices at reasonable prices. Ample seating area inside or outside. Can get busy during lunch time.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Crowded, lack of coffee supplies, and low energy staff members on my first visit this season. On my second visit - better energy and engagement with customers. One individual, in particular, was doing his best to engage customers, complimenting them, and ensuring they had a great experience. It was like night and day between the first visit and the second visit.

Quality of product does not live up to expectations. Whereas visiting the Malibu store the quality of product is as expected! Go figure.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Forever caffe luxxe fan. The best , friendly customer service. Ordering lbs of coffees from them every month

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cute cafe!

What a wonderful tasty ginger mint tea! This tea has a prefect blend of ginger and mint! This a fur baby friendly cafe. There is seating inside as well outside. The pasties look delicious. I didn’t try them (cutting back on my carbs). This is a friendly cafe with many locals stopping in. I enjoyed the chilled vibe here. Really cool trendy crowd. Great music with minimal noise levels. Parking is limited. Street meter parking is available if you can find parking.

Ordered Espresso Macchiato--perfect pull--excellent flavor-- made it right--2 shots of espresso with a dollop of foam--in a small porcelain cup----can't get any better than this--

A very nice coffee shop in a nice neighborhood with good selection of speciality coffee. Staffs are friendly and helpful.

It is a perfect cup of coffee and plenty of sitting outside.

Someone recommended this place for their authentic Parisian pastries and coffee drinks. Modern feel to the atmosphere, very pleasant. Was able to find seating. Friendly, efficient baristas. The line was almost out the door (disappeared soon enough and was never long again, once I sat down). The Cafe Nico drink was more amazing than I could have imagined. Full of a perfect mix of flavors. The pastry I got was tasty, as well. It had fruit and cream cheese, with a flaky texture. Wish I could remember what it was called. Would definitely come back, especially for the coffee.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Caffe Nico