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Solid coffee shop in Avalon that also serves pastries and a variety of breakfast foods. To drink, I had their Iced White Mocha and it was pretty good. The iced version only comes in double size (16 oz). The drink was sweet and creamy and went well with the pastry I brought from the mainland. It is on a pricer side for an iced coffee drink, but still good for the island nonetheless. My friend and I visited around 8am on a Saturday and it was pretty busy. We waited around 10 minutes to receive our drink order. For seating, there's only outdoor seating. I'd recommend this spot to anyone visiting Avalon!
I can see why this is a popular coffee spot, but after two visits, I don't think it's one I'd personally return to. The drinks were just okay for the price. My iced mocha was decent, while the mango smoothie was refreshing and definitely hit the spot on a hot day. That said, I paid about $20 (including tip) for the two drinks, which felt a bit steep for what we received. The cafe itself is small, with just enough room inside to place your order and a small self-serve station for straws and napkins. After ordering, the staff directs everyone to wait outside until your name is called at the pickup window. All of the seating is outdoors, and there isn't much shade, so on the extremely hot day we visited, it definitely wasn't a place we wanted to linger. We grabbed our drinks and were on our way pretty quickly. Unfortunately, the service has been consistently disappointing both times I've visited. I understand that summer is a busy season and the staff are trying to keep the line moving, but the interactions came across as rushed and, at times, borderline rude. During my first visit, I asked to have my drink remade, and while they did remake it, the attitude I received made me feel like I was inconveniencing them just by asking. It was uncomfortable enough that I felt bad for speaking up, which was disappointing, especially considering the satisfaction guarantee advertised on the menu. Overall, I understand why this place stays busy; it's a well-known coffee stop in Catalina, but between the average drinks, high prices, and underwhelming service, I'll probably check out a different cafe the next time I'm back.
This spot is near the arcade tucked inside the little alleys. We ordered the iced horchata latte and this was actually good although i couldnt taste too much of the coffee but the other flavors were refreshing and not too sweet. Both of these with a substitution of almond milk came out to $20 which is pretty steep:/
This is a great bakery shop for delicious bakery goods, also grab and go for breakfast and lunch. They open very early in the morning and ordering online for pickup is very convenient. We like the iced coffee and matcha latte with oat milk. I love peach turnover, lemon seed muffin and matcha white chocolate cookie. Sister loves the gluten free chocolate cookie and vegan pastry. I have yet tried their breakfast but I plan to next time we are in town. A fantastic shop to stop by for caffeine boosts and bakeries!
I mean there was a line here... coffee was nice, water was delicious ... and people were nice What more can you ask for when you wake up early to travel and need a pick me up Shopping right in front... public clean restroom a few steps away An area to rest and sit under shade.
We found this little coffee gem while shopping for souvenirs. I had a vanilla iced latte, which was okay. They also had a variety of other drinks and pastries available. Service was fast and convenient!
I thought it would be super good because of how hyped up it was on TikTok, but I think it was a little disappointing. The matcha was very grainy. However, the brand n packaging is very aesthetic I would say!
Catalina Coffee & Cookie is such a cutie! This shop is all charm, no fluff, and feel good. The coffee is always delicious, the pastries and breakfast are made to order, and I'll keep coming back every visit. The service and staff were all friendly. The bakery was centrally located inside a plaza of shops. We stopped here both days and made sure to get sandwiches and sweet treats for the ferry back home. Highly recommend Catalina Coffee & Cookie. You can always bring your coffee and snacks from home, but this cafe is affordable, convenient, and worth the visit. Highly recommend times 10!
The ice blended mocha was good. I wanted to try the iced matcha but a previous review said it wasn't that good so I opted to just get the Matcha cookie. Definitely different and not too bad but not something I would come back and order again.
For a Sunday morning before catching the ferry back, it was quite busy. There aren't many places that have good lattes and Catalina coffee has enough variety. It's a little space to grab and go with seating outside in a quaint courtyard. I got the Mant Blanc with orange zest.
I feel there are good and bad things here, and this place is definitely overhyped on social media. I had a matcha here and a build your own croissant sandwich ($13). The matcha was not great, it had a bitter flavor and took a while to come out. The color is great, but the taste is not. The croissant sandwich may be my own fault for choosing flavors that don't go too well together, so I do wish they had some pre-set options. Not bad for a quick bite and caffeine pick me up, but a little expensive, mid, and there can be long lines.
We absolutely loved this little coffee shop! It's located in the back corner of the arcade area in Avalon, surrounded by beautiful trees and plenty of tables & seating areas! The staff here was so lovely, it was our first time & they offered plenty of suggestions/modifications they can make to your drinks. Not pictured here was the chocolate croissant and the berry danish we had that were absolutely delicious as well! The inside is quite small but so so cute. They have so many little trinkets to look at for purchase as well. Our drinks came out very quick which was awesome! I will say we went quite early in the morning on a Thursday, and again early morning on a Friday and it wasn't busy. However, we stopped by again later in the day on Friday to check out all the cute stores surrounding and it was PACKED! To beat the crowd, go early. We loved it here and will absolutely be back next time we're in Avalon!
The cookies and pastries here absolutely look amazing. They are all freshly baked. We grabbed a couple of drinks, including the hot chocolate and the iced latte with extra shots of espresso. Also grabbed a ham and cheese croissant sandwich. We took the first shuttle out of Long Beach to Avalon so this place was not too busy and there was plenty of seating. Please come and treat your own adventure.
2 months ago
The quaint cafe is quite popular on the island and always has a long queue. Thankfully it moves quickly. I ordered their classic ham and cheese croissant and it was delightfully flakey and savory. It made for a wonderful snack before we embarked on our adventures and came out quickly. read more
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Erin E.
We try to be as quick and efficient as possible, so glad it was…
As our one day trip was winding down, we found ourselves seating and relaxing at a quiet and cute corner by a hotel and a laundry room after the arcade game rooms. We ordered a cup tea from this cafe and it's all we need to unwind and enjoy our last moments on this beautiful island before heading back to the harbor. The tea was with good flavor. read more
2 months ago
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Erin E.
Hi Sam. That item is one of our popular savory options and normally…
Solid coffee shop in Avalon that also serves pastries and a variety of breakfast foods. To drink, I had their Iced White Mocha and it was pretty good. The iced version only comes in double size (16 oz). The drink was sweet and creamy and went well with the pastry I brought from the mainland. It is on a pricer side for an iced coffee drink, but still good for the island nonetheless. My friend and I visited around 8am on a Saturday and it was pretty busy. We waited around 10 minutes to receive our drink order. For seating, there's only outdoor seating. I'd recommend this spot to anyone visiting Avalon! read more
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Carlo! Thank you! Our White Mocha is one of homemade sauces and one…
2 months ago
I can see why this is a popular coffee spot, but after two visits, I don't think it's one I'd personally return to. The drinks were just okay for the price. My iced mocha was decent, while the mango smoothie was refreshing and definitely hit the spot on a hot day. That said, I paid about $20 (including tip) for the two drinks, which felt a bit steep for what we received. The cafe itself is small, with just enough room inside to place your order and a small self-serve station for straws and napkins. After ordering, the staff directs everyone to wait outside until your name is called at the pickup window. All of the seating is outdoors, and there isn't much shade, so on the extremely hot day we visited, it definitely wasn't a place we wanted to linger. We grabbed our drinks and were on our way pretty quickly. Unfortunately, the service has been consistently disappointing both times I've visited. I understand that summer is a busy season and the staff are trying to keep the line moving, but the interactions came across as rushed and, at times, borderline rude. During my first visit, I asked to have my drink remade, and while they did remake it, the attitude I received made me feel like I was inconveniencing them just by asking. It was uncomfortable enough that I felt bad for speaking up, which was disappointing, especially considering the satisfaction guarantee advertised on the menu. Overall, I understand why this place stays busy; it's a well-known coffee stop in Catalina, but between the average drinks, high prices, and underwhelming service, I'll probably check out a different cafe the next time I'm back. read more
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Erin E.
Hi Joleena, we definitely do invite customers to come back in and let…
This spot is near the arcade tucked inside the little alleys. We ordered the iced horchata latte and this was actually good although i couldnt taste too much of the coffee but the other flavors were refreshing and not too sweet. Both of these with a substitution of almond milk came out to $20 which is pretty steep:/ read more
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Erin E.
Hi Tara! Unfortunately being on an island we have some additional…
This is a great bakery shop for delicious bakery goods, also grab and go for breakfast and lunch. They open very early in the morning and ordering online for pickup is very convenient. We like the iced coffee and matcha latte with oat milk. I love peach turnover, lemon seed muffin and matcha white chocolate cookie. Sister loves the gluten free chocolate cookie and vegan pastry. I have yet tried their breakfast but I plan to next time we are in town. A fantastic shop to stop by for caffeine boosts and bakeries! read more
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Erin E.
Thank you so much for this great review Mimi! We love that you…
3 months ago
I mean there was a line here... coffee was nice, water was delicious ... and people were nice What more can you ask for when you wake up early to travel and need a pick me up Shopping right in front... public clean restroom a few steps away An area to rest and sit under shade. read more
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Erin E.
Thanks for the 4 stars Richard! Happy you decided to stop by and give…
2 months ago
We found this little coffee gem while shopping for souvenirs. I had a vanilla iced latte, which was okay. They also had a variety of other drinks and pastries available. Service was fast and convenient! read more
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Erin E.
Thank you Gabriela! Come try our other homemade syrups, the Lavender…
Catalina Coffee & Cookie is such a cutie! This shop is all charm, no fluff, and feel good. The coffee is always delicious, the pastries and breakfast are made to order, and I'll keep coming back every visit. The service and staff were all friendly. The bakery was centrally located inside a plaza of shops. We stopped here both days and made sure to get sandwiches and sweet treats for the ferry back home. Highly recommend Catalina Coffee & Cookie. You can always bring your coffee and snacks from home, but this cafe is affordable, convenient, and worth the visit. Highly recommend times 10! read more
The ice blended mocha was good. I wanted to try the iced matcha but a previous review said it wasn't that good so I opted to just get the Matcha cookie. Definitely different and not too bad but not something I would come back and order again. read more
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Erin E.
Thank you for the review Kayla! The blended mocha is so, especially…
4 months ago
For a Sunday morning before catching the ferry back, it was quite busy. There aren't many places that have good lattes and Catalina coffee has enough variety. It's a little space to grab and go with seating outside in a quaint courtyard. I got the Mant Blanc with orange zest. read more
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Erin E.
The Mont Blanc is one of our newer items, it’s definitely for the…
I feel there are good and bad things here, and this place is definitely overhyped on social media. I had a matcha here and a build your own croissant sandwich ($13). The matcha was not great, it had a bitter flavor and took a while to come out. The color is great, but the taste is not. The croissant sandwich may be my own fault for choosing flavors that don't go too well together, so I do wish they had some pre-set options. Not bad for a quick bite and caffeine pick me up, but a little expensive, mid, and there can be long lines. read more
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Erin E.
Hi there Nicole. We use a high grade ceremonial matcha that is…
We absolutely loved this little coffee shop! It's located in the back corner of the arcade area in Avalon, surrounded by beautiful trees and plenty of tables & seating areas! The staff here was so lovely, it was our first time & they offered plenty of suggestions/modifications they can make to your drinks. Not pictured here was the chocolate croissant and the berry danish we had that were absolutely delicious as well! The inside is quite small but so so cute. They have so many little trinkets to look at for purchase as well. Our drinks came out very quick which was awesome! I will say we went quite early in the morning on a Thursday, and again early morning on a Friday and it wasn't busy. However, we stopped by again later in the day on Friday to check out all the cute stores surrounding and it was PACKED! To beat the crowd, go early. We loved it here and will absolutely be back next time we're in Avalon! read more
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Erin E.
Yay Kiyomi! This is such an amazing review, thank you for taking the…
The cookies and pastries here absolutely look amazing. They are all freshly baked. We grabbed a couple of drinks, including the hot chocolate and the iced latte with extra shots of espresso. Also grabbed a ham and cheese croissant sandwich. We took the first shuttle out of Long Beach to Avalon so this place was not too busy and there was plenty of seating. Please come and treat your own adventure. read more
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Erin E.
Yay! This is so great, so happy you enjoyed your time on the island…
Stopped by Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. while exploring Avalon and it ended up being one of my favorite treats of the trip. I tried the white chocolate matcha cookie (didn't even know that was a thing!) and it was SO good--perfectly soft with a great balance of matcha and sweetness from the white chocolate. The iced lattes were delicious too. The inside is tiny! There is friendly service and definitely a popular spot because there was a line out the door pretty much every time we walked by (our hotel was right in the same courtyard), but honestly, it was worth the wait if you're craving something sweet or need a caffeine boost. read more
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Erin E.
Yay Apryl! This review makes us so happy!!! All our cookies are…
13 days ago
Lots of seating, quick walk from our hotel, clean, good coffee and good service. They had cute knick knacks you can buy as souvenir as well read more
This is the place to be in the mornings! You can smelll the fresh baked goods as you come down the streets. From breakfast sandwiches to cookies and caffeine, it's a must stop. The surrounding alley is lush with plants and a whimsical place to sit and enjoy your meal read more
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Erin E.
Wow lacy! Thank you so much for this wonderful review! Yay 5 stars!…
No but how is this random Catalina cafe serving the best, vibrant GREEN matcha I've ever tasted?????? I asked for extra matcha because I underestimated them and then I had one of the most yummiest, earthy, flavorful matchas ever??? You have to be a real matcha lover to like this stuff. They ALSO have a build your own sandwich/bagel/burrito- whatever you want. I loved it so much. Can get very busy and seating is limited in the summer but I would go again and again just for the matcha. They were also so kind about the substitutions I made! read more
This place was busy and I see why now. This is my second time coming this time I got a bagel here and that was so good with the aragula salad on it. I had the caramel macchiato the large one I got it warm but they sell it iced too. I got the almond butter croissant which was tasty asked for it warmed up so it tasted better. The pasties all look goood but the breakfast bagels are my new favesss. read more
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Erin E.
We can’t express how much this means to us! We strive to make…
I found this place on TikTok and it looked super cute. I ordered the Horchata Latte and it was a solid latte. I had also ordered an Asiago Bagel with Garlic Cream Cheese, but waited a bit for it. Everyone in my party had gotten there's but mine never ended going out. Once I asked, they did prioritize it though. Overall, good spot on the island for coffee! read more
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Erin E.
Hi Danica! We hope next time it will be a 5 star review! Thank you…
Great place for coffee and breakfast items! This coffee shop was literally less than a minute walking distance from our hotel in Avalon. I was craving a breakfast burrito and avocado toast and found that this place had both! My husband and I shared both items. Between the breakfast burrito and the avocado toast, we both loved the breakfast burrito a lot. It had the perfect amount of filling inside compared to how much tortilla they used to wrap it. Sometimes a lot of other places use too much tortilla, but this place did not! The burrito also came with their chipotle sauce which tasted well with it. As for the avocado toast, it was mediocre for me. The next morning, my husband and I ended up getting our own breakfast burritos hehe. Will definitely be back for this place when in the area! read more
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Erin E.
Hi Amy!! Our burritos are definitely the best seller for a reason!…
3 months ago
As someone who values customer experience over everything, Catalina coffee and cookie failed on multiple fronts. Ill start with the negative. Off the bat there was no clear indication of where the line started. People were clumped and unorganized. The music inside the establishment was good music but it was way too loud considering how busy the store was. It was disorienting. We were rushed to order, and because of this we didnt get a chance to ask questions or explore what we wanted. A minute or 2 after ordering, I went back and asked if there was any chance to swap the kind of milk from the drink we got, since we were rushed we didnt modify how we wanted it. In response the lady rudely put our drinks on the table and replied "no, your drinks are made." I get it, its Summer, nobody wants to remake a drink during peak hours. What bothers me isnt the lack of flexibility, Im not entitled to what im asking for. What prompts this review is the rudeness and the rushing as the default setting. Coming to an establishment to be treated like a receipt is something people only tolerate doing once. On to the positive. The food was astonishingly well done. The cookie we got was delicious and super chewy. We got a burrito, a matcha and a mocha. All of which blew us away with the taste. The food came fast too. 2 out of 5 stars. July 25th 2026 read more
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Erin E.
Hi there JC, we try to make things as smooth and efficient as…
2 months ago
The quaffle sandwich at Catalina Coffee in Avalon was such a fun and delicious surprise! The combination of crispy, golden waffle with the savory sandwich fillings made every bite incredibly satisfying. It had the perfect balance of sweet and savory, and the waffle added such a unique texture that made this sandwich stand out. read more
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Erin E.
Thank you so much Marlin! We’re so happy you loved the Croffle, it’s…
We came here because we saw it in a travel vlog and thought it was the only coffee shop in town. Spoiler alert: it's not. And honestly, thank goodness. The coffee was not good, the breakfast burrito was even worse, and the whole experience was just super meh. Nothing outright offensive, but definitely not something I'd go out of my way for again especially on vacation when decent coffee feels like a basic human right. On our last day we discovered Catalina Island Brew House, and WOW. Night and day difference. Better coffee, better food. They even have these little bite sized cheesecakes for when you just want a taste and not a full commitment to being a proper fat ass. Skip this place and go to Catalina Island Brew House instead. Trust me. read more
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Erin E.
Hi there Linda, we’re so sorry you had this experience. We try really…
9 months ago
Stop by here for a delicious cookies! The service is friendly and its located in a nice courtyard that allows you to sit and take in the morning. We got a matcha cookie with white chocolate chips and a oatmeal cookies. They were a great treat to have after walking around the whole island. read more
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Erin E.
All our cookies are made from scratch, the matcha cookie is…
Super cute coffee/breakfast spot across the public beach. They have make your own bagels, breakfast burritos, and pastries. We had a latte, an iced white mocha, a cinnamon roll (warmed up!), and a breakfast burrito. It was all delicious. Even if there are long lines, the staff are fast and friendly. All seating at this location are outdoors. This is not a full service restaurant, it is more grab-and-go. The prices are also highly affordable. Everything is made fresh and local. read more
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Erin E.
Hi Steven! Thank you so much for this wonderful review. You hit all…
If you're craving a matcha latte while on the island, I recommend getting it at Catalina Coffee & Cookie! You can customize the type of milk for your latte. The green was vibrant and you can definitely taste the matcha. Besides drinks, they also sell a variety of pastries and you can build your own bagel sandwich. I'll definitely come back to try their bagels. read more
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Erin E.
The matcha is where it’s at! You can choose from many different…
5 months ago
The line was SUPER long on memorial monday, which was pretty expected for how amazing this place is. We got the mango smoothie which was very flavorful, fresh, and tasted like it was made with freshly ripe mangoes. The ham and cheese croissant was also one of the best I've had and came out piping hot! The iced matcha was also not bad. We came here twice on our trip and will definitely be coming back tomorrow morning! read more
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Erin E.
Thank you Ysabelle! This is such a lovely review! We make all our…
28 days ago
We stopped by Catalina Coffee Company twice during our short stay in Avalon, which probably says it all! It's tucked away inside a really cool little courtyard where you can grab your coffee and breakfast and find a spot to relax. The iced matcha was great, and I also loved the lavender London fog. We tried the ham and Swiss croissant and the almond croissant, and everything was so tasty. It's even more impressive when you think about the fact that everything has to make its way over to the island by boat! The staff was super friendly both times, even on a hot, busy day with new visitors arriving on the island all day long. Such a cute spot and definitely one I'd go back to next time I'm in Avalon. read more
Coffee was OK for me. I tried regular black coffee. Customer service was very good. There are some seating areas outside of the coffee shop. And close by restrooms. Overall it's OK experience read more
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Erin E.
Hi there, we’d love to hear how we can improve to give you a better…
4 months ago
The pastries looked pretty decent here, so I ended up getting the blueberry muffin, and the people with me got the matcha cookie. I did not like the blueberry muffin at all. It was a weird, gummy texture, and it tasted artificial. It reminded me of little bites, but in a bad way. The people with me liked the matcha cookie though. Someone with me got the matcha, and said it was one of the worst matchas she has ever had. It was not creamy at all, was bitter, and she didn't even come close to finishing it. I would not come back here. read more
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Erin E.
Hi Camryn, we’re so sorry this was your experience. We bake all our…
Stopped by Catalina Coffee & Cookie Company to try out their famous Iced Mocha and Iced Matcha. This coffee and cookie shop was recommended to us by one of our friends so we thought to check it out. We visited on a Saturday afternoon for some caffeine fix. So many good coffee and pastry choices on the menu and on display inside the glass counter by the register. The baristas were awesome and informed us about Catalina Coffee & Cookie Company. Our Iced Matcha and Iced Mocha were ready within a few minutes. The Iced Matcha was good. You can taste the match and coffee blend. The Iced Mocha was also good. It wasn't too sweet and you can taste the espresso along with the mocha. Can't wait to come back and try other interesting items on their menu. read more
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Erin E.
Wow Shik!!! This is such an amazing review! So glad you loved your…
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We sure do! We have a banana nut cake, a chocolate brownie, a churro donut, a chocolate sprinkle donut, almond milk and oat milk for drinks as well as roasted veggies for our build your own breakfast sandwich or burrito. Hope this helps!
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