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    Counterpoint Coffee

    4.1 (206 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    Menu March 2026
    Stephanie K.

    What a gem of a coffee shop! Loved how cozy it was in there and the overall vibes were comfortable, positive, energy. The drink menu is expansive and they have a great selection of your classic drinks as well as more unique beverages. My personal "litmus test" for good coffee shops is a mocha, and Counterpoint delivered! The espresso was smooth, not burnt, and the chocolate elevated the flavor and balanced the bitterness without being overly sweet. My girlfriend got the pandan latte and she said it was the best drink she'd had in a long time (and she drinks coffee daily!) Wish we could have stayed there longer, it's the perfect place to curl up with a good book or get lost in deep conversation with a close friend.

    David M.

    The pandan breve flat white was the best thing that happened to me all day. It was amazing! Staff were kind and interactive, the place was dark and cozy with a few spots to comfortably sit for a while and read a book or chat. Will return!

    Venus L.

    My husband and I were on the way back home and needed a coffee break to refuel. We were lucky to get to Counterpoint Coffee before they closed. The inside is a vibe and the vinyl collection on display was enough to make my husband geek out a bit. I opted for their ube latte and my husband got a regular latte. Both drinks had good flavor and we were happy with our pitstop. Service wasn't overly friendly, but they were efficient and we did come right before closing time so we were happy.

    Iced chai latte
    Daniel S.

    They serve pastries from Lafayette Bakery at The Barnyard. Which in my opinion, makes the most buttery croissants and best tasting anywhere on the Monterey Peninsula. Instant 5 stars.

    Inside space
    Emily C.

    I'm always researching and seeking out the best coffee places when I travel. Counterpoint checked all the boxes for an amazing place to get coffee to go or hang out. The place had a very cool, chill vibe. The owner has a vast vinyl collection the music playing was perfect for the early morning hour. They have a small food selection but there's something for everyone. The drink selection was awesome but I stuck to my usual Americano, and it was strong and delicious. I plan to go back tomorrow and might buy some beans to take home. Highly recommend!

    Avocado toast on sourdough

    High quality food, coffee, ambience, and service. The sourdough bread from Ad Astra Bread Co for the avocado toast was perfect Would absolutely come back again.

    Hot Ube Latte w/ Almond Milk
    Karenhope T.

    3.5 IMO. Cute cafe with alternative, rocker-ish vibes at the end of Broadway. Large space with seating areas to sit and chat or study. There is an extensive wall of records that you can ask staff to play maybe (I didnt personally, but there was a sign to ask staff about them). Drinks we got: - Matcha Rosewater Lemonade: 2/5 the matcha was overwhelmed by the rosewater, but my husband liked that the Lemonade wasn't too sweet. - Espresso Tonic: 5/5 solid drink, hard to mess up. - Ube Latte (i got mine with almond milk instead of oatmilk): 3/5 tasted mote like fruitloops than ube but it wasnt bad. Just not a strong ube taste that I was expecting. I rated a little higher than I was initially going to even though I didn't love my drinks because of the cozy vibes, convenient location, effort in serving different drink selections. I'm from this area and it's nice to see more new and creative Cafes coming to Seaside.

    Ube latte and Matcha Pandan latte
    Marylynn M.

    We were ready to just drink normal coffee during our 4-day stay in the Monterey/Big Sur area but this spot popped up on Yelp and ooooh la la. We got their seasonal drinks of Ube latte and Matcha Pandan latte and were very satisfied. I typically love croissants and decided to try their almond croissant. Okay, so I wasn't expecting it to be now MY FAVORITE ALMOND CROISSANT as of February 2025. It just beat my latest favorite in Canada. Lol Definitely a must try!

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    Zucy G.

    Such a warm, welcoming spot. I ordered the avocado toast on sourdough and it was very tasty, and the mocha was also really good. The vibe is super cozy-- they were playing vinyls from their collection, which made the experience even better. They also have a great variety of croissants and even beer on tap.

    Bree G.

    This was a sweet little find on my way down to Carmel. I appreciated the interior aesthetic and thought the record player added a nostalgic touch. I ordered a half-caff latte which was foamy and delightful. Definitely would go back and recommend.

    Honey Oat Milk Latte
    Julia V.

    This spot has really good coffee and baristas who clearly know what they're doing. Every drink I've had here has been well-crafted, and the attention to detail really shows. One thing I've always wondered though, is what coffee roaster they use. I keep forgetting to ask, but it would be nice if they displayed that info somewhere-- I think it's something coffee lovers would like to know. Note: I was excited to see ube and pandan syrup flavors on the menu-- and as a Filipino, of course I had to try them! Both were delicious, and it's great to see a local coffee shop offering unique, culturally inspired options. Ambiance: The vibe here is definitely unique. It is dark and a bit edgy, but it still feels inviting. It's a cool spot to work remotely or get some schoolwork done. I also think it's a nice touch that they serve wine and beer-- perfect for when your coffee buzz fades and you're easing into the afternoon. If I had to make a few suggestions: I'd love to see a bit more variety in the food offerings. And while the drinks are great, they do feel a little overpriced--I usually spend around $8 for a latte, which is a couple dollars more than other local spots. Overall, this place has a lot going for it--skilled baristas, creative flavors, and a cool atmosphere. So if you've ever been contemplating on coming here, just do it.

    Banana and churro latte
    Nancy C.

    The churro latte was very good, and tasted very balanced. The banana latte on the other hand tasted a bit artificial. The chocolate croissant was very good, and so was the ham and cheese croissant.

    Pandan latte // banana bread latte
    Lisa N.

    Have you ever heard of banana bread latte?? They seem to have a variety of unique flavors of lattes. My friends and I all decided to try the pandan latte, while one of us ordered the banana bread latte. It was surprisingly good!! Although I thought it was on the stronger side cause of the caffeine. I think it's good flavor for those who actually prefer that. I just wished it was a tad bit sweeter. It's nice how you can sub with oat milk. The baristas are very passionate in what they do and easy to talk to. The interior and vibes were slightly emo lol. They have a vinyl area where they can play song requests. This place is so unique because it also served alcohol / non alcoholic drinks besides coffee. There were some seating in front, indoors, and outside patio area.

    Chocolate croissant, ham and cheese croissant, ice pandan latte, hot chocolate

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    Great music, great ambience, and great service. The lattes and matcha are delicious. The dough for their bagels is also amazing.

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    Ask the Community - Counterpoint Coffee

    Is every bread item stale?

    How is their wifi and are they OK with people studying/working on their laptop for several hours they buy a few things during that time? :))

    Yes, I have worked there and not had any problems. The only issue is that parking near there is only for 2-hours.

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    It's a bit tough to describe this place. Overall, I'd consider the experience positive with some…read moreimportant things to note. This place does breakfast, and the American side of the menu which I got to taste, was executed well. I'd go back for that. For those curious about the Filipino aspect, I wouldn't have high expectations. Their lumpia wasn't super special. Compared to the thousands of lumpia I've had in the US and across the world, they were just OK. For the price they were charging per piece, I wasn't the biggest fan. They didnt blow me away in flavor. They were also a bit burnt/ over fried for my liking. I also ordered the pork belly fried rice. Definitely Filipino inspired, with the adobo inspired sauce. Both the pork itself and the sauce were sweeter than I expected. The fried rice as well was disappointing. It was neither Filipino style for breakfast (sinangag) or a typical Chinese fried rice. It was an Americanized heavy-on-the-butter style. When it comes to viewing with a Filipino lens, it was a bit boring. I dont mind twists on Filipino food. There's plenty of it and plenty I've enjoyed, including on my numerous trips to the motherland. Unfortunately, the ones here were a bit underwhelming. I'd go back here for the amazing staff and limiting myself to the American traditional breakfast. For those hoping for a Filipino breakfast that shares more authentic flavors, I'd keep very low expectations.

    Counterpoint Coffee - coffee - Updated May 2026

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