Best gluten free breakfast sandwich I've had in a LONG time! The sandwiches are huge and definitely kept us full all day. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The patio is super cute with plenty of shade and fireplaces that I'm sure are popular in the winter months.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The person that took our order was very friendly and helped answered a few questions we had as well. For a fun little surprise, make sure to check out the bathroom wallpaper! read more

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Very bad coffee with unreliably ok food. I usually order online and pickup from here when I forget my lunch at home (I work nearby), so I thought I'd treat my parents to lunch here when they visited. Bad idea I guess. [[HIGHLIGHT]]My parents are older and get cold easily, so we sat next to the fire pit. It turns off suddenly and we request it to please be turned back on as it's overcast and barely noon, and a waitress who hasn't been near us in 20 minutes says she smelled gas just now and had to turn it off.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Translation: cheap management saw the sun coming out and wanted to save money. There was no gas smell. So classless. Even when we mentioned it again and asked, the glazed-eyes looking girl gave a slight remix of her "unfortunately umm due to me umm smelling gas umm we are not able to turn it back onnnnn." Is everyone who works here on meds or something? Coffee was terrible and watered-down, and simple premade sandwiches took 20 minutes to heat in a panini press and bring out. Food was very mediocre and my "poached" egg was basically hard boiled. The food tastes much better when you order online, probably because they actually know you have a set time limit to pick it up so they make it fresh and with effort. They just dgaf if you're seated, I guess. Just go to Lucky Llama guys. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Seems like a popular little spot in Carpinteria![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It was a little hectic figuring out where to order at first, but once we got situated everything moved pretty smoothly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The outdoor seating was super cute with little steel tables and chairs, plus plenty of umbrellas for anyone sensitive to the sun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu was simple but had vegetarian options, and they also had a case full of bakery goodies that looked delicious. I ordered the white mocha decaf with oat milk and a breakfast sandwich -- both were really good! There wasn't too much interaction with the staff, but they kept the line moving and got the food out quickly. Overall, a great location within walking distance to shops and gardens that we enjoyed strolling through after breakfast. Definitely worth stopping by! read more

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I was excited to try this cafe with my friends after seeing that it had many positive Yelp reviews, but I was severely disappointed in the taste of my drink and in the service throughout our visit. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Though the shop was cute, clean, and had a lovely covered patio outside, I wouldn't recommend it for those stopping by for coffee on road trips.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I got a seasonal spring drink called the Irish Cream Mocha and asked for it iced. Unfortunately, it just tasted like chocolate milk. Now, I like a good chocolate milk, but not when I paid for a specialty flavored mocha! I didn't detect an Irish cream flavor or even a hint of mocha. As a latte, it was way too milky and lacked the depth of an espresso drink. Contrary to its description on the menu, it wasn't balanced at all. How misleading. My friend tried one of the craft energy drinks, and it looked pretty, but she said that it was flat and tasted kinda meh. She also got a visually-appealing soda, which apparently tasted much better compared to the energy drink. Another friend ordered the seasonal Dulce de Leche Latte, and she mentioned that it was a bit too light-tasting as a latte. That checks out since my mocha also seemed like it was missing the coffee component haha. Her latte did taste like a caramelly drink made with actual dulce de leche, but she didn't appreciate that the "light" dusting of cinnamon was more like a heaping teaspoon of it thrown into the drink. We noticed that our receipts showed a higher price than what was printed on the menus. We only found out after paying and reviewing the receipts that they charge $0.75 for making drinks iced. We weren't informed of this charge by any of the ladies at the registers upon ordering, and we didn't see any signs stating that iced drinks would incur an additional charge. No explanation anywhere. Another thing that threw me off was when a certain barista handed off the completed drinks in the pickup area. She wasn't wearing gloves, and I don't think she washed her hands in-between tasks, but she was placing the drinks onto the counter while holding them by the top part, aka the lid from where people drink! I was shocked at how unbothered she was while doing that, as if that's how she was trained, or she was never corrected. read more

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While in the area on Saturday afternoon we came here to get coffee. They were almost closing so we barely got our coffees to go. I ordered a mint cold brew which was amazing. I enjoyed it very much. My husband got an Americano and said it was ok. My son liked his cappuccino and the cookie he got. They serve sandwiches, salads, pastries and more. You can eat breakfast or lunch here. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Both indoor and outdoor seating is available.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The outdoor area is really cute with lots of tables and chairs and plants all around. Great ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Customer service was ok, not too friendly but not bad either. Next time I'll stop by here before any activities, might have a better experience. read more

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Cutest place in town to grab a bite and hang. We stumbled upon it after walking off the main street and were so excited. Everything looked great, it was hard to decide what to order. We tried a mix of pastries, bread and breakfast burrito. All were exceptional! read more

First time at Brass Bird Coffee & Kitchen and it delivered. The honey salted latte had that perfect sweet and salty kick, smooth and balanced. Breakfast burrito was hearty, fresh, and exactly what you want to start the day. Solid Carp breakfast stop. read more

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Just came in to relax and have a coffee. I ordered and then went to get a cup of water. The water was all gone. I told the employee working there and instead of refilling it or getting someone to refill it, she busied herself cleaning tables and dumping the dishes into the bin making lots of noise. Then she proceeded to work on the trash bins. I never got the water. I tried cafe au lait for the first time and would not get it again. Should have got a cappuccino. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I decided to pour my coffee in a cup and just leave.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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This is always one of our favorite cafes to stop at when we camp at Carpinteria State Beach. It's an easy one mile walk through downtown to get here. Food and drinks are always on point and never a disappointment. Service is always friendly and quick. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have a large outdoor, dog friendly seating area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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We stopped by to grab breakfast and it did not disappoint. The burrito was flavorful, and the salsa paired well. The tortilla was cooked perfectly as well as the eggs. I am very picky with my breakfast burritos, but this one was perfect. The matcha on the other hand, not the best. Kind of tasted more like Nesquik strawberry milk with a hint of matcha. If you like your matcha on the sweeter side this is the place for you! Their coffee on the other hand was great, no complaints there! I did a To-go order, which was ready before the set time. Especially with being on the go I appreciate the timely response. The staff were super nice and even offered a water cup for our dog. Definitely stopping by when I'm back! read more

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Our experience at the Brass Bird was horrible! The employees clearly didn't want to be there and help people. No one smiled! The coffee was nasty. It may have been the half and half but there's no way of knowing because they added cream to my second cup before I could taste it. It had a rancid taste. The breakfast burrito tasted like sawdust and the breakfast bagel was very bland. $41. breakfast left behind and the employees didn't care that we weren't satisfied. Maybe it was an off day but no attempt to satisfy us was made. Brass Bird Coffee was a HUGE disappointment!!! read more

This place is amazing!!! The brunch is to die for. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Love all the outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I also had a London Fog which was super yummy. Can't say enough good things. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Granted, brunch on a Sunday was busy, but that goes with serving good food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Brass Bird Coffee - Carpinteria Benedict (back) and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes (front) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carpinteria, California

This quickly became my choice for breakfast in Carpinteria. It's clearly both a local and tourist favorite--by 8 a.m. there was already a crowd, and when we drove by around 11, even the outdoor seating was full. Food My dad ordered the Avocado Toast (avocado, tomato, pickled shallots, olive oil, lemon zest, micro basil, balsamic drizzle). There's an option to add a soft egg, which he wanted but forgot to mention. It looked beautiful, though the taste leaned on the simple side. As Indians, we prefer more seasoning in avocado, but avocado purists will probably appreciate the clean, straightforward flavor. My mom and I both had the Breakfast Sandwich (egg, sausage, cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, tomato, arugula). Served on sourdough bread, it was an elevated version of a classic--arguably one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've ever had. The sourdough was a perfect choice, adding a slight tang and sturdiness without being too heavy. Whatever spread they use ties everything together, making it flavorful without being greasy. Bonus points for that bread! We also shared the Pumpkin Sticky Bun--imagine pumpkin pie filling baked into a sticky bun. It was heavenly and the perfect sweet finish on a cool fall morning. If I lived in town, I'd come back just for that. The menu also tempts with items like the Sweet Loco Monkey Toast, Savory Breakfast Tartin, and Griddled Banana Bread with Whipped Honey Ricotta. Bakery & Lunch Beyond breakfast, there's a full bakery case with croissants, cookies, pastries, muffins, and scones, plus paninis and sandwiches for lunch. It's one of those places where you want to take something home for later. Atmosphere Seating is available both indoors and outdoors, with a cozy fire pit adding warmth and ambiance outside. Inside, the space is bright and welcoming, with an elegant yet casual feel that makes it easy to settle in for a relaxed breakfast or mid-morning coffee. Overall Creative menu, great execution, and a lively but comfortable atmosphere. If I lived in Carpinteria, I'd be a regular here for sure. 4.5 stars rounded to 5! read more

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This cafe is in a small community. We found this on a road trip and it was definitely worth the side quest. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love the vibe of the cafe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They had a large outside seating area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We came for the breakfast and was sold on the pastries and drinks. You order with the cashier and they bring your food out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There were plenty of umbrellas to protect you from the sun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered the veggie burrito and the BLT. Drinks included lattes and orange juice not pictured. If I could give the food and pastries 10 I would. We tried the Mexican wedding cookie, passion fruit cheesecake, berry vanilla danish and apple coffee cake muffin. This was worth the drive. Please visit. The people were so kind. read more

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So many reasons to love Brass Bird Coffee! The location has awesome outdoor seating with most tables in the shade. There are a few tables inside with the majority of the seating is outside. There was a line to order drinks and food, but it moved quickly. We ordered a hot cinnamon horchata latte, an iced horchata latte, a hot chocolate, the brown sugar cinnamon toaster pastry, and the chocolate croissant. The hot cinnamon horchata latte was amazing. It was sweet without being too sweet. I loved the creamy cinnamon flavor and would come back for this drink. The iced horchata did not taste as good as the hot one. It tasted more diluted with milk. The hot cocoa was not very chocolately so we asked for an extra side of chocolate sauce to add in and it helped make it sweeter. The brown sugar toaster pastry was served warm, which I highly recommend. It was delicious. The chocolate croissant was flaky without being crunchy. Both pastries were delicious, but if I had to chose I would get the brown sugar toaster pastry. The menu at Brass Bird has a variety of sweet and savory food items. I saw some people order full on breakfasts like a breakfast burrito. They also have a variety of drinks to choose from. I loved my first visit here and will definitely come back! read more

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Excellent. Cheerful, there to help, very quick food to table, excellent pressed tea, excellent fresh healthy food, 10 of 10! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Super cute shop not too far from the beach.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ended up walking to it, and the horchata latte as-well as the dulce de leche latte were delicious! I really enjoyed the strawberry green tea, super refreshing for a hot day! Staff were also kind in answering questions about the drinks :) read more

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This is a great little coffee shop! There are many things on the menu that I am wanting to try. We got a side of toast (with butter and jam) and a pastry. Employees were very nice and helpful. We sat outside near the fire pit and it was very comfortable! read more

Brass Bird Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carpinteria, California

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This is the perfect brunch/breakfast place in Carp! They have a ton of outdoor seating for large groups and small. The coffee is always delicious and they have seasonal coffee menus. We came for the brunch on Saturday and everything we had was delicious. The service is fairly fast for how busy it gets. The eggs Benedict was delicious and the hollandaise sauce was really good. You definitely can't go wrong with anything here ! read more

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Absolutely loved this cafe, the staff was friendly and helpful and happy to be there. The drinks were amazing, sadly genetics have decided that milk is actively trying to kill me so I have to drink alt milks like oat or almond, this place makes their own fresh alt milks daily and it's like nothing else I have tried, it doesn't feel like a second thought it is genuinely good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]And it's a such a cute little cafe and a quiet town, we have been itching to go back ever since, to try more of their food items and of course get more coffee :).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Still great the second time around! Everything came out quickly and was delicious. Service was once again friendly and helpful. Got to sit outside after the most recent rain storm and it was beautiful. Definitely stoked to have found this place! read more

Brass Bird Coffee - Mushroom and kale panini on gluten free bread - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Food and drinks are pretty good! I really liked the breakfast sandwich, 10/10. Menu items can be on the pricier side, but it's definitely reasonable given the serving sizes and quality of food & drinks. The staff is also always friendly. Vibes are great for chatting with friends over brunch or catching up on some work/reading. They have seating outside on the patio and although it can get busy, it's usually not too hard to find an empty table. Highly recommend stopping by! read more

Brass Bird Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carpinteria, California

I was running errands in Carpinteria and was eager to try a new coffee spot. I was across the street from Brass Bird and decided to check it out. Their setting is so cute. Customers were enjoying the Thursday afternoon sitting outside. I peeked at their food menu and saw several items I'd love to try! The wallpaper in their bathroom is adorable. Love the design all around. My sister was so excited to try their horchata latte. She raved about it! I opted for a matcha drink and loved it. This is such a fun spot! I can't wait to come back. read more

Brass Bird Coffee - Tropical Matcha Dream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Really cool place. Yummy food and coffee drinks. Pastries looked super tasty too. We came thinking it was a quick breakfast and coffee, come to find out there is a fairly decent menu. Got the lemon cakes, bagel and breakfast Sandos, honey and white mocha coffees and their [earthy] sounding tea (which was a little sweet, but AMAZING!) . Everything was delicious. Staff was friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Place was busy but clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely want to come back. Average price was I think $17 +\- I believe. read more

Was on a pastry mission and was successful. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Love the ambiance![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Staff is wonderful and pastries are extra delicious! Will try a drink next time. read more

Ambiance ~ STARS 5/5 Calm and comfortable with a choice of sitting in the shade, by a fire pit, or in the sun while listening to calming music. Food ~ STARS 5/5 The pastries are joy to the eyes right up against the counter. The fresh sourdough bread is delicious! The smoky salmon toast on cream cheese is mouth watering. The vegetable breakfast burrito was absolutely satiating. The lates are delivered in a large cup topped with a heart design and filled with a creamy foam. Parking ~ STARS 5/5 close to the entrance and easy to park even during the busy times during breakfast or lunch. read more

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"Watch the Birdie" is a common term photographers used to capture the attention of their subjects. Over the years it's transformed into "say cheese," but do we know where this all originates from? In the early days, photographers would use an actual small brass bird that was attached to the lens of their camera as a means of getting people's attention to look at the lens. Well Brass Bird Coffee in Carp has my attention! The quality of the products and ingredients they source are superb. I'm a huge fan of breakfast sandwiches. Their Sausage Breakfast Sandwich its a perfect 10. The Avocado Toast, is worth paying for. I'm not going to lie, when I say restaurants adding this to their menus as a main dish, I wasn't getting it. Yet, this Avocado Toast I can understand. The Banana Bread was literally B-A-N-A-N-A-S, Gwen Stefani would approve! Love the vibes of the outdoor space! Lots of seating to hang out and lounge. read more

Good food love there strawberry iced matcha friendly workers and [[HIGHLIGHT]]all around good environment[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

Great space with lots of seating all over, we sat by the little fountain and had a great space for our party and my toddler. I enjoyed my cold latte, it was very big and yummy and paired great with my ham and cheese croissant. Took a while for us to get our food because they were very busy, so I understood but still good to know if you are in a hurry! read more

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Lovely spot with a huge outdoor seating area and nice, clean restrooms. Hubby oredered a macchiato. The ratio of milk to coffee was just right. It is a tad expensive. Got a side of whip cream for Fergus. It was excellent, or so he said. read more

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The coffee was great! I liked the iced honey salted vanilla oat milk latte and the hot cinnamon horchata latte. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There was a cute ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was okay. read more

I had their vegetarian quiche and I asked for fresh fruit instead of their salad which they happily offered. The quiche was amazing! And the fruit was beautiful and fresh! Very cute patio [[HIGHLIGHT]]Friendly service and lovely atmosphere and prices are reasonable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Highly recommend! read more

Honestly hands down one of the BEST iced latte's I've had. It was so sweet and creamy omg!! The breakfast burrito was also very delicious. They couldn't do any subs because they only do them on weekends which was completely fine with me! The service was great and the employees were kind! The outdoor seating was very nice. read more

Brass Bird Coffee - Breakfast burrito, salted vanilla oat milk latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carpinteria, California

07/15/2025 Tue 11:00. Cute little cafe. The sounds of hustle and bustle right off of the Main Street. The scones were phenomenal!! Reminded me of the ones I had in Scotland last year. You won't regret buying them. I was not as impressed with the almond croissant. The Americano was a bit weak. Oh well. Great service! But seriously go for the scones!!! read more

Very nice spot to get coffee in the morning. Actually very nice location and very nice place. The ambiance is very pleasant. Seems lots of locals with their family and dogs meet up here. It's clean and nicely appointed. One walks up to the counter inside and orders. They have a nice array of coffee choices and light breakfast choices too. The service was warm yet professional. I would definitely recommend Brass Bird Coffee and would definitely return! read more

For having such a high rating, we were left disappointed. From the chaotic ordering system, to tables not being cleaned, to food being okay, and prices being very high overall we probably wouldn't be back. We expected busyness, but the ordering system shouldn't be as chaotic as it was. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Then trying to find a clean table was another experience especially with so many staff.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Then we found a table full of plates and had a staff member ask us if the table needed to be cleaned. We replied yes and it was only cleaned halfway. I ended up piling the dishes on a different table and wiping it down myself. Maybe there should be a dish bucket for people to place their own dishes in if staff isn't going to clear tables. The food for the price wasn't outstanding. The breakfast burrito had a sweetness to it and the $7 fruit bowl was just melon, cantaloupe, and pineapple. For that price there should be some berries. The sticky bun was the saving grace and my husband enjoyed the coffee. I would say get coffee and a pastry to go, skip the rest. read more

Tried it out for the first time. Order at the counter. They give you a number and bring out your drinks and food at different times. Ordered the chilaquiles, breakfast burrito, honey lavender latte, cold brew coffee. All very tasty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Lots of outside seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very busy place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Limited parking. Will definitely be back again. read more

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One of the better breakfast/ coffee spots in carp. The chilaquiles are great and you can't go wrong with any of the coffee options. Service is quick and has a nice, relaxing ambiance. read more

First time visiting this place, and I'm not impressed with the matcha latte - it's got a weird play-doh taste. However, the ham and cheese croissant was a pleasant surprise! read more

Brass Bird Coffee - Matcha latte and ham cheese croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Great spot for breakfast/brunch when you're in Carp. Big menu with lots of choices. We went with their breakfast sandwich on a bagel and loved the cheddar scramble, bacon, and cream cheese on it. Good coffee too and only a buck to refill your large drip one. Love their large, dog friendly patio too. Got here at 8am on a busy Saturday and it was starting to fill up. read more