Brass Bird Coffee

This railroad side coffee shops is one of my highlights from my stay in Carpinteria…read more Santa Barbara Hives is dedicated to the bees. For every purchase, they plant a Mangrove tree in Madagascar - the tree that produces a rare, sweet, and fast-crystallizing honey called mangrove honey. Their team serves up delicious lattes and breakfast items. I ordered the salted honey latte and a breakfast sandwich. Both items were yummy, but I'd return daily for that over easy sandwich topped with pesto. While they specialize in coffee, the storefront also acts as a storefront for all things honey. You'll find endless merch and tastings from all types of local honey. They also offer unique canned beverages, slices of pies, breakfast items, baked goods, etc.

Quality has gone down since I last came 2 years ago. The coffee is good but too milky even when I…read moreasked for an extra shot. The matcha was also too milky after asking for extra :( Not as many cute pottery/gift shop knick-knacks to buy. Vibes are different, but I still come for the coffee here n there lol

Love the fun decor and interior

Tri Tip Sandwich and Iced Matcha Latte

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Croissants

Carp Moon Cafe

4.3(116 reviews)

0.1 mi

Such a warm welcome from the owner! We enjoyed the matcha, espresso latte, and tomato bisque, all…read moreabsolutely delicious. The quality of the ingredients is exceptional, and the service was impeccable. A 10/10 experience from start to finish. We'll definitely be back!

I was at a festival down in the area and needed some caffeine, I saw they had some coffee and tea…read moreoptions. They also had some pastry's that were vegan and gluten free, breakfast items and acai bowls here too. The barista was friendly as well as the staff. Inside had plenty of seating with an outside patio. I got a hot chai with almond milk and my mom got a strawberry smoothie. When the order came up it was a hot matcha not a chai but they corrected the drink quickly. It was hot but it didn't give much of a chai taste, it was more milk than anything. My mom did like her smoothie tho, organic and no added sugar. I did see some people with acai bowls, may have to stop by again and try something different.

Mocha & cafe de olla lattes

Breakfast Sandwich

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Sunshine Breakfast Sandwich

Lost & Found Cafe

5.0(7 reviews)

0.1 mi

Lost and found Café, I love this place. For the longest time we thought it was a coffee shop. Last…read moreSunday, for the first time my wife and I walked in, to get a cup of coffee, the owner greeted us and told us "the coffee is on the house ". Lost and Found is a gift shop operated by locals, they have locally made gifts, paintings, coffee table books, Christmas ornaments and many other decorating items. If you ever visit Carpinteria and like to get some souvenirs, this is the place to shop at.

The town of Carpinteria is not only home to "The World's Safest Beach" but also a new art cafe…read morecalled Lost & Found. For those who are familiar with the show Schitt's Creek, I would compare Lost & Found to Rose Apothecary. Instead of David and Patrick, you have two sisters named Susan and Patty who warmly welcome you in. While one could describe it as a 'general store,' others would think it isn't so 'general'. It is a communal coffee shop in that making that hopes to allow everyone to "come in and find themselves." The ultimate goal is to be open seven days a week selling a wide variety of things, including: -Specialty dark roast French coffee with milk -Freshly made goodies (including chocolate chip cookies, brownies, and an assortment of chocolate-dipped ginger, apricots and more) -Home decor and products (lotions, candles, fragrances) -Locally made art pieces, stationery and more! You can't help but notice the space's focal point of a gorgeous tropical-framed painting or all the local art that yells "Carpinteria!" I am truly excited to see this business grow and expand with the plans to have outdoor seating--particularly during these difficult times.

Exterior facade of Lost & Found

LOVE this botanical framed piece of art

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Interior with local art and goods

Dart Coffee

4.4(23 reviews)

0.2 mi

Really enjoyed my visit to Dart Coffee in Carpinteria! The strawberry matcha and cold brew was…read moreexceptional, and the croissants were absolutely delicious. The atmosphere is also really great--comfortable, welcoming, and a nice place to enjoy a coffee and pastry. The only minor issue was that the cashier seemed a little annoyed when she poured a hot brew instead of the cold brew I ordered. That said, I tend to speak pretty quietly, so it may have simply been a communication issue. Overall, the drinks, food, and atmosphere made it a really enjoyable stop, and I'd definitely come back.

This place is so so adorable, if you are looking for cool, calm and cute vibes come here…read more Mocha- solid ok. They make their own chocolate sauce which is nice. Matcha Sunrise- match and lemonade, hubs aid it was interesting and wouldn't order it again. Turkey and cheese croissant- could be baked longer Chocolate chip cookies- it was a good cookie but it's no a $5 cookie. Service was ok.

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Cute gifts to get corner

Tyler's Donuts

4.1(79 reviews)

0.6 mi

Me my brother and cousin went here for breakfast one day really nice donuts are cheap and were good.read more

An old fashioned donut shop! My favorite place to grab takeout coffee. It's always great and the…read morebest price in Carp. The variety of donuts is great plus apple fritters, cinnamon rolls, jalapeño buns. They open before 6 too.

Puff Donut

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The Food Liaison

4.5(122 reviews)

Chicken crack bowl was so good. Ohhhhh I'll be back !…read more Parking is easy and food is tasty and fresh.

Update (08/04/24): The business owner reached out shortly after I posted this review and refunded…read moreback our salad bar purchase. I wish we had noted down the staff member's name who attended to us that day, because we were definitely not offered a discount when we brought up this issue. I do not appreciate the passive aggressive tone of the response we received and certainly did not appreciate being gaslighted here. We won't be coming back. Came here for lunch and we chose the salad bar, which was priced according to the weight of the food you picked. Upon paying for two of those, I realized that I am also paying for the weight of the container, which goes against California law. We spoke to the employee on duty and she claimed that the manager was not around, and refused to do anything about it. What these guys are doing is unethical. You've been warned. Don't get food from the salad bar.

Solid.

Gourmet Salad Bar

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The Counter.

Starbucks

2.5(108 reviews)

I'm only here for a temporary trip, but this is a cute location. There's a long table for…read morewriting/studying/working, and a few other tables. The Starbucks is part of a larger plaza. Cute! Thanks for the coffee & oatmeal xx

What a disappointment! The coffee is reliably good at Starbucks, as always. The service, on the…read moreother hand, was awful. The one young lady at the register was more engaged in chit chatting with her co-workers than helping customers. While taking my order, she continued talking to a male co-worker, never took my name, and her lack of focus left me unknowing when my ordering was finished. Some customer service training might go a long way for this crew, though the failure was primarily with the person on the register.

Aerocano

Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso

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Pecan Cortado

McDonald's

2.0(143 reviews)

GETTING HERE: It is…read morelocated right off the freeway in Carpinteria off the 101. The address is correct on Yelp: 1115 Casitas Pass Rd. REVIEW: I'm usually loathe to write a review for a fast food restaurant, because each day, even each hour, the service can change. But I decided to run in here and it was a very painful experience. I presume, and relatively observed, that every employee there was busting their tail to get things done and serve the customers. My recommendation would be to order through the app to at least avoid the MASS of people waiting inside the restaurant. (However, I don't know if the delay would have been any better or worse if I had ordered through the app. Most likely, no.) It's a pretty convenient location. If you need to stop in to use the facilities or stretch your legs. Very easy to get right back on the 101. If you don't have high expectations, this should be just fine.

I am giving one star because I can't give zero. Saturday night I went to McDonald's Carpinteria. I…read moreorder from the kiosk, it was busy but not too busy, when and sit, after 15 minutes I stand up and went near the counter since my order was to go, it started to get busy, I waited and waited, my number keep on coming in the now serving screen and coming off, so finally after 45 minutes I approach the manager who was attending another complain. She said that there were no chicken strips and offer me a refund....After 45 minutes!!!!

Mccrispy

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11/25/25 Nice open seating area inside.

7-Eleven

2.3(33 reviews)

0.6 mi

This is a pretty nice 7-eleven! The central island checkout is unique, and gives the customer…read moreplenty of real estate to find treats, goodies and "essentials." Modelo Cheladas-- I bought the last three for our beach trip today, and a special on Simply Lemonade-- 2 for $3, made the kiddos happy. We gassed up the Tahoe at $3.77 a gallon... A bit more expensive than the cheapest Arco prices, but not the most expensive in town by any stretch of the imagination. By luck, the location is about half way between the 5 and the 101 freeways on the 126... It's well-patrolled byte CHP, and 55 mph most of the way, but it beats sitting in a sea of stop and go brake lights on the 101 from Pasadena to Santa Barbara. 24 hours, Big Bite hotdogs on the rollers, plenty of well lit parking and easy access from two different driveways make this a really great 7-Eleven. To top it off, the cashier returns a smile and courtesy without hesitation. Definitely worth a stop, especially if you've grown accustomed to urban and inner city 7-Eleven stores.

No restrooms. Clerk said no restrooms at night and none either during the day even for paying…read morecustomers. Pretty inconvenient if you ask me. Going to chevron across the street from now on.

Evidencia de mi compra anterior.

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This 7-11 is right off the 101 freeway and has a gas station and clean store

Reynaldo's Bakery

4.2(184 reviews)

0.1 mi

I just want to take the time to thank Reynaldo's bakery for making an amazing cake for my…read moredaughter's birthday. It came out exactly how I envisioned it. The custom cookies look and taste so amazing!! These were definitely my favorite. The cupcakes were delicious and I love the flower decoration on top. Thank you Diane!!

Build your own breakfast burrito! Lots of options we chose sausage and bacon. It was a very tasty…read moreburrito. As a Latina I approve their salsas. They were delicious! We also got a chile and cheese tamale "Rajas" which was a 10/10. The pan dulce was ok. Sadly no restroom for patrons so that can be challenging. So we just used hand sanitizer to wash our hands, There are a few indoor and outdoor tables available. Bottled beverages and Aguas Fresca available for purchase.

Galleta

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Right on Linden Ave. Outdoor sunny tables

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Rick T.

2 years ago

This place offers a fantastic experience, quality and atmosphere consistently impressive. The customer service is top-notch--friendly, attentive, and always willing to accommodate special requests. Their matcha is absolutely amazing--rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. It's a must-try! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, making it a great spot for family meals or catching up with friends. Cleanliness is also a priority, and the prices are reasonable for the quality and variety. Overall, a wonderful dining experience that keeps me coming back! Highly recommend! read more

Chloe B.

11 months ago

Brass Bird in Carpinteria is such a wonderful brunch spot! The atmosphere is cozy, especially by the fire pit, and their matcha is delicious. They also have really fun holiday lattes that make each visit feel special. The food is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented -- perfect for a relaxing meal with friends or family. Parking is limited, but there's plenty of street parking nearby. Highly recommend! read more

Louis T.

3 years ago

Great staff, great food. I am happy they opened, and have a wonderful balance of outdoor areas. Never once has there been a lack of seating! The pasteries are very, very good, and they told me they have very friendly eco-policies in place for recycling and composting organic scraps. As a proffesional with lots of coffee meetings, this is the perfect spot. read more

Mike M.

3 years ago

This place is upbeat relaxing service is great food and options. Wonderful, right down the street from the beautiful beach highly recommend this place, grab a cuppa Joe a breakfast burrito and sit by the outside fireplace on a brisk windy day. WOW read more

Mary M.

123

4 years ago

Terrible food. We didn't like any of the food we ordered. They charged $2 for a cup of hot water. Terrible food. Please don't go. read more

Andrew G.

1 year ago

Good coffee and great breakfast sandwich! Always hit this on my way to Ventura or if I'm around the area.

Annie G.

2 years ago

Brass Bird coffee has lovely food, lovely coffee and kind people. We will be back again.

Sheri L.

1 year ago

Excellent coffee and ambiance. Very nice patio and tons of coffee and sandwich options.

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