50 Best Coffee Shops in Santa Monica

“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!“

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

“The best breakfast spot we found! Just a short walk from the beach, with delicious, fresh food and very reasonable prices for the quality.
The service was amazing—so warm, friendly, and welcoming. Very child-friendly too! My kids are still talking about the babyccino and keep asking for it. 😊
Can't wait to come back! ❤️☕️🌴
PS. Loved their lavender latte“

“The attendant was friendly ! Turkey sandwich and the hot chocolate were amazing ! Definitely recommend !“

“Excellent High Tea on Montana Avenue. Great owner and staff. Relaxing atmosphere. Delicious teas and food. A jewel on our neighborhood! Highly recommended.“

“Enjoyed the croissant and a muffin with a mocha coffee“

“excellent salad. thank you ben“

“Oh my gosh, is this my favorite place to get coffee in SM? Yes! So cute, great coffee and smoothies, great avacado and egg salad toasts. Great dog watching and people watching too. Easy to park, but pay the meter, the meter people make a sweep in the morning. Lovely place to sit, lots of shaded places.“

“Almost too hip of an atmosphere. Looks futuristic and like a hipster puked all over it but it’s still cute. I miss the old schnackenbergs! This place looks odd in old cute charming uptown Hoboken. It’s very Portland-esque. Good salad tho.“

“Alex and Jordan make the best sandwiches I’ve ever had. The bread is baked fresh each morning, and they know how to pair ingredients together to just make them delicious. The sides are spectacular as well. Highly recommend!“

“Super friendly staff and great coffee!!! Highly recommend:)“

“I write for a music and coffee blog called Crooners In Coffeeshops, in which I interview local musicians at local coffeeshops. My writeup reflects the positive experience that I encountered at Caffe Luxxe on our interview date. L.A. based small batch coffee roaster Caffe Luxxe is wonderful example of what can grow from the powerful bond of friendship, specifically one that spans decades like that of owners Mark Wain and Gary Chau. Taking the chance to quit their corporate jobs in 2006, they’ve been able to fuel their business from their personal relationship and their love for European luxury caffe culture. A fun fact, Caffe Luxxe is the first of its kind in L.A. for artisan coffee preparation, and boy golly, it is not one to miss at any of its So Cal locations. The coffee world is your oyster when picking your beverage of choice from their delectable menu of drips, pour overs, and a unique variety of Bevande Di Caffe (including a chocolate-y shaken Caffe Shakerato, a sparkling espresso Caffe Frizzante, and a spiced citrus Caffe Nico). If seasonal specials are your thing, have no fear, because they’ve got those covered too! What more could you ask for?“

“The new manager at the ocean park location was so nice to us today - she helped pick up stuff we dropped and checked in to make sure we were happy with everything and just generally had top notch hospitality.

I got 4 half orders and the salmon was a DREAM and the strawberry nectarine with honey was a close second. YUM!“

“I would give this place 10 stars if I could!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Beautiful ambiance, blocks from the beach, delicious coffee, great vegan options, and the best service! They treat you like family 🤗 Emily is AWESOME and treats all the customers like kings and queens 🙏🙏🙏 Always love coming here and instantly puts me in a better mood 🤪“

“Home of my favorite orange pancakes!“

“The best! Worth every penny.“

“I met Hana on another social network and ordered the product. She’s a hard worker and did a great job showing me how to prepare, and enjoy Kava. Kava is an acquired taste but I’ve created some great recipes that allows me to enjoy Kava in a variety of ways.“

“Got the breakfast burrito with the hot sauce on the side and a brown sugar latte. The burrito is so good. A thoughtful amount of avocado, cheese, bacon, hash browns, and pico. I should have had it with the hot sauce inside. The hot sauce is like a smokey, vinegar base sauce, just enough spice to taste everything and not too overwhelming at all. For those with heartburn, get it inside the burrito, you can thank me later. They didn't open right up at 8 but it was such a nice morning, I didn't mind a leisurely start to the day. Very friendly staff, other customers waiting were kind as well. Once the workout classes in the gym get started, you get to jam out. Dog friendly picnic area just watch out for the exercise class cuz they do run through their shared entrance. Overall great spot, highly recommend!“

“One of the best coffee place with good taste and fresh pastries and good attitude ✅“

“I write for a music and coffee blog called Crooners In Coffeeshops, in which I interview local musicians at local coffeeshops. My writeup reflects the positive experience that I encountered at UnUrban Coffee House on our interview date. In a congested city like Los Angeles, it’s sometimes easier to go to the closest coffee chain just purely out of convenience and time. However, we end up losing the experience of stepping into a kooky hole-in-the-wall place that has clearly made customers happy for many years. UnUrban Coffee in Santa Monica is one of those hidden gems that can be the home for many fun experiences. Whether you’re stopping by to pick up your morning brew, reuniting with a long-time friend, or happen to be there to witness some type of cool live performance in their stage area, you’re sure to feel perfectly at home. The first thing that you’ll notice about UnUrban is that it’s heavily influenced by art, which is clearly showcased from its building artwork, outdoor furniture, and even its logo. Luckily, you get that same amount of quirkiness reflected when you step through its retro screen covered wooden doors as you are welcomed by bright colors infused everywhere you can possibly imagine, and the displaying of unique local artwork lining its walls for patrons to enjoy. And the more art-focused the shop is, at least for me, the more options there are for food and drink that meets everyone’s dietary restrictions or preferences. I took advantage of their specialty drink menu and went with an Earl Gray Tea Latte which specific name escapes me. Overall, art lovers and caffeine lovers alike will enjoy their time here.“

“The self care breakfast was perfect if you enjoy the Mediterranean style breakfast. What makes a big difference is just the quality of the ingredients. The feta, olives, eggs, the olive oil. So good. It was taking a little while to get our food, and they so kindly just brought us a piece of cake which also was delicious! Would definitely be a regular customer here.“

“This is a fantastic café with very high-quality matcha. The drinks are authentic and taste just like what you would find in Japan. The desserts are also excellent and beautifully prepared. The ambience is calm, elegant, and very inviting, and the customer service is wonderful. It truly feels like you are enjoying a café experience in Japan with the same level of quality and attention to detail. I highly recommend this place for anyone who loves authentic Japanese matcha and desserts.“

“I’m always on the look out for the locally roasted coffee, I’m often disappointed. But THIS spot I have to say I’m absolutely IMPRESSED!!! Not too acidic, not bitter at all and a fantastic taste. Staff was sincere and I will be back again tomorrow!!“

“Absolutely brilliant. Great Guinness“

“Delicious coffee and sustainably focused!“

“The bagels and cream cheese are excellent! Coffee is the best!!!“

“My second time here, since it’s around the corner from my job. Left a bit disappointed, the coffee was good not great. Also, I asked for a latte and the girl just gave me a medium when I wanted a small. Didn’t ask what size, just charged me. Too much milk on a medium, hardly can taste the espresso. Probably won’t go back since there are plenty of other options nearby.“

“Love NYBD!! Every time I come to Santa Monica I want to visit this place. Great service, yhe freshest bagels, cream cheese, lox, etc. I wish we had one in Austin, TX!!“

“Always amazing service and highest quality products!“

““And when love speaks, the voice of all the gods makes heaven drowsy with the harmony.” That said let’s begin thy lovely review.

Love Coffee Bar is a small charming locally owned coffee shop in Ocean Park, Santa Monica. They primarily serve Counter Culture as their coffee roaster. And on their menu they have modest selection of coffee, tea and specialty drinks. Similarly, they have mugs, tote
bags and merch for sale.

This coffee shop has spacious interior layout and minimalist artful design. And have dog-friendly policy which was definitely a plus. In addition, they have free wifi and abundant of natural light which makes this shop a good spot to hangout. They have rear outdoor patio for customers that crave fresh air and sun.

I perused their menu and ordered a hot Flat White and Iced Coffee. Both drinks were splendid! Smooth and rich in coffee bean aroma.Staff were affable and highly competent. Prices were slightly higher to similar drinks. Street parking only.

Collectively, this is a good coffee shop. Overall, I highly recommend LCB if you’re in the area.“

“One of my favorite date night places with my boyfriend. A good mix of fancy and casual imo. We always try different drinks but our go-to food are Chilli Bear, Home-made Hummus Duo, & Figgin' Burrata.

Everyone here is nice and haven't experienced anything negative. I always look forward to coming back🥰“

“Love the staff -- humor and positive energy galore. Also, matcha latte.“

“Great new neighborhood spot! The food is healthy and delicious. Lots of variety on the menu so everyone should have a few excellent choices!“

“Had the Thai bowl... YUM!“

“Fabulous hyper-farm-to-table food by a creative chef, on Main St in Santa Monica. I’ve tried the Gazpacho, the many Danish Rye toasts with what is fresh that day: eggs, salmon roe, avocado or ....? They also have baristas that make all type of drinks. My fab place to indulge healthy and fresh“

“Had a very relaxing experience. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. The atmosphere was pleasantly calm. Would highly recommend.“

“This place really is sweet. I love the open space, the variety of drinks and homemade tropical syrups, and the food menu that is different enough from the food you can find at other farm-to-table cafes in Santa Monica that this one is worth the visit. The avo toast and breakfast sando are delicious.“

“New Orleans Cold Brew is Where it’s at!“

“الله يبارك 🙋🏻 يعطيكم الصحة 🙋🏻 برافووووو 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻“

“Great coffee. Friendly staff. I have only been to the location on S Shepherd in Houston TX. wish they had more parking. love the pink top and straw for February. Wish they would open a location on the east side Baytown/Mont Belvieu area“

“If you’re looking for good coffee, Blue Bottle is always a safe bet—and this location was no exception.
The ambiance was lovely, the staff friendly, and the coffee excellent.
I walked in late at night and the place was still open and buzzing.
I asked for my tea in a mug, and even the presentation didn’t disappoint.“

“Visited multiple times during our stay in Santa Monica. The donuts are delicious. It’s no frills, definitely not one of these new fancy donut shops. But the donuts are simple, tasty and reasonably priced ($10 for a half dozen). The folks working behind the counter were very friendly and helpful.“

“Great coffee!!! Great atmosphere!! Love the neighborhood/ community feel to it.“

“Cute little spot inside a medical building, small treats available, clean, friendly staff, good variety of drinks. A little pricey but you’re in LA and comparable to other coffee places. Great flavor in the iced Vietnamese coffee, highly recommend and would return if I were in this building again.“

“I walked in and was immediately greeted with a smile! Susie took my order and went above and beyond! She asked how my day was and followed up to see if there was anything else I needed. Her attention to detail and charisma with myself and the other customers make me want to come back only to this location.“

“I got their matcha and it was exactly what I’d hope for in a matcha - well blended and tasty. They have almond and oat milk, and also give you options for how sweet it can be in percentages (I think they use a simple syrup to sweeten the drinks and will default to making it sweet if you don’t request it to be completely unsweetened). The shop is set up like a stand, with a mixed indoor/outdoor feel that is mostly outside with a rain cover, but with additional seating outside outside. It is located in an area that gets a lot of foot traffic and would probably be great for people watching at sunnier/busier times, plus the cup size is quite large for the price.“

“This is my go-to coffee shop for many years. What I like about this shop is that I can stay longer as much as I would like to and internet speed is so fast. This place became our hideout with my boyfriend. This place is my second home. The staff is all friendly, accommodating, and very welcoming. The prices are also affordable. Thank you!“

“Muy rico!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“Riquísimo y exelente lugar ❤️“

“Best coffee cafe in Santa Monica 😁“