Brewed Awakening

TOP. TIER. COFFEE…read more My family and I were making our way to Mammoth Lakes and made a pit stop for some caffeine. This cafe is ~5 min drive or ~10 min walk from Erick Schat's Bakkerÿ. Parking was fairly easy, located in the back of their shop. Upon entry, you see an array of items ranging from stickers, postcards, their merch, and their coffee beans. There was no wait & the baristas were polite when taking our orders, they had ample seating inside and outside, and there's a restroom adjacent to the building but you need to ask for the key. This place was so good that we stopped by twice, on our way to Mammoth Lakes and before we made our way back home. Both times we ordered iced lattes with their house made syrups and milk alternatives (Total for 4 larges w/ milk alternatives & syrup add-ons: ~$27) and we took home 2 of their bags of beans. They had food options as well, but we didn't take a look at them. Very sad that we live so far away, but good for my wallet or else it would've been empty from daily visits.

Great coffee place with terrific espresso drinks and pour-overs…read more Menu is pastries and breads which are very good. Plenty of free parking in the rear of the coffee shop.

Mocha latte Banana bread latte Pumpkin spice latte

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Carved spoons for sale

Lone Star Bistro

3.6(275 reviews)

40.7 mi

I was on the hunt for ice cream in Lone Pine and this place delivered on that promise! They serve…read moresandwiches, bagels, coffee, ice cream, etc. They had a lot of flavors and different options of sizes. There were trinkets to shop, scattered indoor seating, and a lived-in atmosphere. The staff were nice and quick; they seemed so lovely. If you need a sweet treat tonight, treat yourself to a scoop (or 3)!

This place might be good for coffee or breakfast, but we specifically went here for dinner for the…read moreBBQ that they have signs for and it was actually pretty disappointing and also pretty standard for Lone Pine. The location was clean and tidy and the staff were reasonably friendly so that's why it wasn't a 1 star but really that's the only good in this experience. I've had the misfortune of encountering some unpleasant locals from Lone Pine on recent trips, bitter about tourists (who literally provide them with their income and business potential), and after trying most of the restaurants in town, I would be happy to see all of them fail. It's the same business model across the board - mediocre to straight up bad food, crazily overpriced, and zero attempt at service with a smile because if you're there and you're eating and you're not from there, then you're captive and they can deliver whatever they want which is usually minimal effort. The BBQ was $70. For two people. It consisted of two to-go boxes, one with brisket, a baked potato, and some Mac n cheese, the other with brisket & pulled pork, a baked potato & the saltiest baked beans I've ever tasted, two pieces of soggy cornbread, some spicy bbq sauce, butter packets and utensils. The brisket was all fat. The pulled pork had no flavor. The beans tasted like salt, and the bread was soggy. For $70. No drinks, no dessert. We had actually come to Lone Pine this time with a cooler and our own food with zero intention of buying food from the many awful restaurants in town, but after a long hike decided to try the barbecue. What a mistake. I can't wait for private equity to move in and turn Main Street into a strip mall of chain restaurants and hotels. At least then, the food might be worth the money.

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Comfortable dining on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Looney Bean of Bishop

4.3(659 reviews)

14.9 mi

Looking for great coffee, delectable food and superb service? Looney Bean is the place! It was full…read moreof PCT hikers, it felt quite homey and welcoming. The staff was so informative and friendly, I got a triple espresso iced latte, my husband got a cappuccino and they were both made to perfection. We paired our drinks with their house bacon burrito and lemon ricotta pancakes. I honestly haven't stopped thinking about those pancakes, they were so fluffy, had the right amount of lemon and just talking about it it's making me crave them all over again. We will stop by soon!

Looney Bean is always busy, especially on weekend mornings, but the line moved pretty quickly! The…read moreinside has a really cool ambiance with fun decor, and they also have some cute retail items to check out. I got the og Breakfast Burrito. It was really good and came out in a timely manner, although I wish it had been a little hotter. Other than that, everything was yummy! Definitely recommend stopping by to check out the food and drinks here.

Dirty hippie .. and ... my kids drink I can't remember the name but she loved it

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Vibras Juice Bar

4.4(152 reviews)

40.7 mi

Stopped at Vibras Juice Bar in Lone Pine off the 395 after a 3-day backpacking trip in Big Pine. I…read moretried the Canela y Azúcar Latte with an extra shot of espresso, which was exactly what I needed for the long scenic drive home! I was greeted by a super friendly woman who made my drink and even shared that they get their espresso beans from San Diego. The shop was so cute and welcoming, with beautiful mountain views. Definitely a perfect little stop along the 395!

This was our first stop on the way to Mammoth. Very cute interior, with some shopping options for…read morecandles, clothes, etc. I really wanted to try the passion fruit green tea but they unfortunately only had black tea available. I tried the peach pomegranate black tea instead but not my favorite, i definitely prefer green tea. Chunky monkey smoothie had good flavor though!

Generous yogurt bowl with fresh blueberries, strawberries, sliced almonds, honey and flax seeds.

Cute decor welcomes you!

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Black Velvet Coffee

4.3(1k reviews)

50.1 mi

We did spend about eighty minutes here; maybe not the fastest cafe. Only one person serving but…read morepeople happily waited about 20 minutes in line for the good drinks and vibe. Good seasonal items. There are three menus: above the counter, left and right of the counter, and the tea menu on a handheld board. We liked blueberry yaupon tea, banana bread, and cinnamon sugar waffle!

The coffee itself was pure black velvet--smooth, rich, and exactly what my soul ordered.The…read moreservice, however, arrived straight from the walk-in freezer. Polite, efficient... and about as warm as a forgotten oat-milk latte left on the counter overnight. Still worth the stop for the brew alone. Just bring your own thermal blanket (or a sunny disposition). Would rate the coffee 5 stars and the vibe a solid "brrr."

Front drink dirty earl back drink summer only drink toasted coconut

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Salt

4.8(24 reviews)

15.2 mi

I am sooo happy I happened upon Salt... What an adorable (and delicious) surprise! This Airstream…read morehas been converted into a cafe and gift shop with amazing coffee, unique treats, and friendly service. The lady running the cart is so sweet and answered all my questions about flavors. I settled on a rosemary iced latte- it was perfect! Not too sweet and so flavorful. It looks as though she even uses coffee ice cubes so that your drink is not diluted as the ice melts! There is a lovely little seating area outside with shade for sunny summer mornings, and games to pull out and play if you come with friends. Please do yourself a favor and stop by the next time you find yourself in Bishop.

This small coffee spot has amazing coffee with a cute indoor and outdoor seating area :) …read more .

Outdoor patio with music, dominos or cards.

Seating area looking at the main sign.

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Beans & Brews Coffee House

3.8(75 reviews)

85.1 mi

Nice coffee after a long drive. Welcoming customers service, nice product…read more Nice coffee after a long drive. Welcoming customers service, nice product.

Inside gas station. Drive thru available. Employees are…read morefriendly and listen well to substitutes in the order. Was told that the drinks are sweet. I asked for half the sweetness and it was still too sweet for me. Coffee is machine made....not individual brewed. It is them mixed with additional flavors. Have almond milk available. They have some fresh pastries available. Had the pumpkin bread.. very fresh and light.

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Caramel Cielo and Bacon Croissant

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Sweeeet

Mammoth Coffee Roasting Co

4.3(351 reviews)

49.5 mi

I've been here a few times when visiting Mammoth…read more It's a popular local spot so it can get busy. I've only been in October and March. Winter and summer I'm sure, get really busy. Friendly service Lots of coffee options. Homemade treats and breakfast. Warm and chill vibe inside. I've gotten the avocado toast and friends had the breakfast sandwiches and they were all good. I only drink decaffeinated teas so I love that they have a few organic options. That's a plus for me! My husband loves the drip coffee. They have some cute items for sale. We bought our dog a nice stainless steel dog bowl. Dogs are allowed on the outside patio only, however, when we came in March it was snowing so they let us bring our dog inside. I don't think they still allow this. They seem strict about service dogs only ( signs everywhere). It's close to a lot of the condos so it makes a great morning walk destination.

Stopped by Mammoth Coffee Roasting Co. for some much-needed coffee before tackling a 10-mile hike,…read moreand this was exactly the fuel I needed! Great coffee, cool mountain-town vibe, and the perfect way to kick off an adventure-filled day. Nothing like loading up on caffeine before voluntarily walking 10 miles through the mountains . Definitely a must-stop when in Mammoth!

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Hazelnut Latte & Vegan Muffin

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Vietnamese Iced Coffee

Starbucks

2.4(185 reviews)

15.3 mi

Really great service! During my last visit a barista accidentally messed up my order but was so…read morekind and helpful about it while also fixing it immediately. Couldn't ask for better customer service. My drink was also delicious and the quality was there! This location is consistent in drink quality which is sometimes a hard find for a Starbucks. Really easy to get in and out of their lot too. I do prefer to go inside but the drive thru is convenient.

So disappointed with this Starbucks. Bishop is definitely a nice little town that gets lots of…read morevisitors who enjoy the outdoors and those traveling on the 395. Starbucks is a go to place for coffee and bathroom stop. This place was extremely dirty both in the dining area and the restrooms. Neither looked like they had been cleaned in a long time. My thought is If the bathrooms and dining area are dirty, the kitchen is probably not much better. We will try a different coffee stop next time as we go through town a few times a month.

Aerocano

Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso

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Pecan Cortado

Erick Schat's Bakkery

4.3(3.1k reviews)

15.1 mi

Family-owned & operated

Speaks Spanish

I've been doing to Eric Schatz bakery since 1982 and the experience has always been the same warm,…read morecomforting, good pastries, food, and excellent coffee for a decent price. It was $.50 a cup back in the day and no other coffee shops were around there weren't even coffee shops yet

Their food is famous for a good reason. It is quite delicious. I just wish they had more space…read morebecause the place was really crowded. We will definitely return

Strawberry eclair

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Front of Erick Schat's Bakkery

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Linda P.

4 months ago

THE BEST place to visit in Big Pine! Had the most amazing blueberry Matcha Latte with strawberry cold foam! And definitely get the delicious breakfast burrito-to die for! We love the owner Shelly! She didn't get rattled when the line was out the door and still took time to chat with us. A MUST DO! read more

Sunflower D.

4 years ago

Amazing food and drinks as well as service! staff is very friendly and awesome, it's a small but wonderful place with amazing tasting food definitely recommend stopping by!! read more

Arseni A.

3 months ago

whoever let that weirdo to work there, think again...bothering people, coming to their table, starring, throwing random comments out, almost looking to attack read more

Chasity S.

2 years ago

Small local businesses, woman and native owned, constantly upgrading and changing the menu. Cozy, safe and clean. Service with a little or a lot of sarcasm. read more

Michael W.

7 years ago

Me and some of my friends ate here. We were genuinely impressed with the size of the food and the taste. If your around town I definitely recommend it. read more

Julia S.

5 years ago

Delicious coffee, delicious on the go breakfast and a very pleasant staff! I will definitely be coming back. Would recommend to a friend.

Cammbrianna M.

5 years ago

Pretty good iced chia tea!! Was greeted by all staff. fast and efficient . I wouldn't expect anything else from Shelly and chas!

Melissa H.

8 years ago

Great atmosphere, great coffee, great food, great people, and great donuts!! Awesome place to stop!

Krystal M.

5 years ago

Must stop if your passing thru Big Pine! They are the sweetest people and the tea is amazing!

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