I came by here for the third time today and everything is consistently good. I had a black coffee and a tart that was outstanding. I gave four stars because the coffee itself isn't the best coffee I've ever had but it certainly wasn't bad. Just a bit harsh maybe. Overall this is a solid choice coffee spot with a relaxing vibe. They always have classic vinyl spinning which is a plus also. read more

Counterpoint Coffee - Ordinary black coffee this time - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

Latte tasted like milk- Luke warm milk and the surly girl who made it seemed to hate her job and the universe (which... fair, we all have crap days). There are better coffee shops! read more

We were looking forward to a good coffee and ordered a couple of pastries and coffee. The pastries were old and tasted off. When raised with the manager, he got very defensive and called me rude. Disappointing !! read more

As I've come here more often, I've realized this place is overhyped and overpriced. Also, the service is so horrible. I miss the other person who'd make the drinks because the man now (not sure if he's the owner or just a barista) is rude and not welcoming at all. It also takes a while to get your drinks as it's usually busy and he's the only one taking orders and making them. Also, he practically throws the change at you. The size of the drinks are super small for the price and they're not even filled up to the top. All drinks are mediocre and not worth your money. Starbucks has better service and same quality drinks for cheaper. Parking is also a struggle here. I will not be coming back as every time I feel uncomfortable and think they're better than you. Service: 2/10 Drinks: 4/10 read more

I really wanted to check out local coffee shops while I was in town and I really liked this place. Total coffee house vibe with lounge area seating, bar stool seating, and great music playing. They have an immense vinyl collection but please ask, and they will play your request. The coffee was delicious and the girl who helped us was very knowledgeable. They also sell alcohol. Some you can purchase straight from their fridge who have served to you. read more

This isn't your typical Coffee location. I stopped in here because it was close to where I was staying at in seaside. I saw from their sign that they double as a recording studio which I found odd/unique so I decided to go inside. It definitely had a recording studio vibe. Their menu was very basic, I didn't like how it limited the sizes you could order. Only one option and it was pretty small. Honestly, it was a little pricier than I would have liked for the amount of beverage you received. The decor was great though, and they were playing good music and had a massive vinyl collection on the wall. They had a chessboard set up so patrons could play against one another if they so choose, I really appreciated that. All in all though this is a pretty solid place to come in, have a cup of coffee and hang out. read more

Counterpoint Coffee - That sounds about right - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

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What a great spot! The space itself is so cool with tons of character- loved the wall of vinyls and great music playing! Staff was really friendly, and gave a warm welcome. I got the nitro cold brew with added espresso and it's delicious! Don't think your typical nitro cold brew, much like a regular iced coffee. Will hit this spot up anytime im in the area! read more

I'm honestly pretty disappointed because aesthetically this coffee spot is super cute, especially for all my rawr XD cuties out there. For reference, I had a service appointment for my car down the street at 12:30, and the time stamp on my number/receipt said 12:05, which was plenty of time to get everything sorted in theory. When I ordered, the girl at the register seemed nice, and given that I hadn't been there before I asked for her opinion on the "day old" scone. She didn't have any strong opinion either way, but suggested that it would be better warmed up anyways; I agreed, took my number, and within 5 minutes or so I had my drink, which was surprisingly quick given how busy they were. Quick side note: I ordered the ube latte - it was okay, but nothing to write home about. Strong coffee itself, but definitely has a slightly bitter aftertaste. As for my scone though, it sat in the little oven for another 20 minutes, while my bestie went on her break, I'm guessing. Now, I worked in food service from 2017-2023, so I TOTALLY get forgetting an item or overlooking an order - it happens, especially during a rush over the weekend. At 12:20, I put myself back in line to be respectful because the other employee who was doing the food/cashier looked at the scone every time he passed by getting other people's orders, and it just stayed chilling in the oven; I get to the front of the line to the cashier again at 12:26, and as opposed to getting any acknowledgement or "I'll be right with you," he goes about making a drink, giving other people their food, restocking their take-out containers, and then stops to remark to his coworker about "I don't mind being busy, just not everyday." Still don't get acknowledged until he comes back to the register a couple minutes later, so at this point, I'm not even mad or anything, just kinda over it and in a hurry to leave. I ask for a refund politely because I have an appointment and my foods been sitting for a while now. My bestie is back at this point, and to make an already unfortunate experience more fun, the guy can't help me and tells my bestie that I need a refund. Glorious. So she apologizes, and I'm like "it's all good, no worries." Now, back when I worked in food service, if I, as an employee, messed up and a customer asks for a refund, you offer the food/item anyways, and the customer can decline if they would like. I was not looking for free food, the refund would have been fine with me, and I was more than happy declining; what sent me for a spiral though was my bestie then says "yeah, I promise they really are better warmed up though," turns around takes the scone out, looks back at the point of sale, and is like "okay your all set - have a good day." No offer to take the food. I stood there for a second a little perplexed because at any of my other food service jobs if I messed up because I didn't remember a customers order, didn't communicate and tell my coworkers who an order was for when leaving for my break, and also didn't at least offer the item to the customer, my manager/owner would have stepped in and done so anyways, then given me a thorough lecture on the importance of communication and customer service. I'm not saying this is the worst customer service experience ever, but the lack of communication that's apparent even as a customer is very obvious and is really unfortunate because I don't think it'd take someone else like me as a former food service worker to notice. I most likely won't be coming back, as I'm big on first impressions when it comes to any food service place, but hope this helps someone when considering your bevvy options, or at the very least provides some small amusement! :) read more

I was looking for a Starbucks alternative, a place with good coffee and adequate space to work. This place fit the bill perfect. Cute setup and little work areas, they sell more than just coffee, also have wine and beer. The staff person was nice and helpful. She answered all my questions. They have great music and you can request to listen to any of their vinyl records. I had what she called their popular expresó which is the Gibraltar. I will be back, the only draw back is they close at 5pm. read more

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Good coffee and our pastry was fresh. However, it cost 10$ for a regular sized almond milk latte. Insanity. Update: just realized they also charged .50 cents for iced. Ridiculous. read more

Cool vibe and ambiance, however No Gluten Free food options? This is California right?

I'd give them one more try. Could have been a bad day. When I went in and asked about teas the woman at the register pointed at the board and offered zero input or ideas. I described what I was looking for me only to be met with a blank stare. The Barista finaally chimed in and offered a suggestion. It's really overpriced for what it is to be honest. So for overpriced coffee, tea and pastries I'll keep shopping around town. read more

I give it a three. The first time was very good vibes and I don't tire of saying it for a woman of color for me it's definitely the sense of being welcomed in business that's very important. My first time was very nice I noticed it certainly was no Starbucks or Plumes. The color and the wood frames in the interior give it a chill industrial but relaxing vibe. There is this cute spot to donate whatever you want in gold vibes I find very neat. There was a barista with cool curly long hair who was pretty cool and welcoming. Could possibly be the owner but anyways he's nice and has a great energy. I was able to do my work in an environment with good taste in music and just chill--an actual coffee shop that made sense and it's not a chain. I had asked for one the jasmine teas and it was good just a little bit on the strong side keeping in mind so not to have the barista do it all over again I reminded myself next time I ask for tea I'll simply ask them to make it light continued in pictures since Yelp only allows so many characters... read more

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Perfect place for a morning date with your spouse, music was on point to wake you up in the morning alongside there latte and peanut butter toast with an ample amount of banana on top, waking up sitting at one of there hard wood tables watching my wife's poor over coffee brew and the awesome aroma, it's a great way to start the day read more

Counterpoint Coffee - Cappuccino and peanut butter toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

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Finally had a chance to visit this place, first noticed it during the Concours d'Elegance week, Seaside was hosting their first debut with Exotics on Broadway show. Attempted to check it out at that time but they were closed. Glad I was able to come back and experience what they had to offer. Whether passing through as a tourist or a local definitely a cool spot to check out and chill. Look forward to revisiting and trying other beverages. read more

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Love this place! Apparently, the coffee shop has been around 6 years, but we actively happened to chance upon it. We're glad we did! My husband and I had the vanilla latte, his was the jot one, I had the iced, and we both agreed it was the best vanilla latte we've ever had bar none and we're sworn coffee drinkers. I also recommend you try their blueberry nitro coffee with oat milk or if you're brave enough, as is. read more

Best people make the best coffee! Max and Rory are phenomenal. Order the Gibraltar, Golden Latte if you like tea, and the Purple Reign if you are bringing the kids. *Wheelchair accessible* Plenty of room for my chair, long handle door to the bathroom, spacious throughout, even enough for a power chair to post up and enjoy your Espresso Tonic (unlike most coffee shops that are cramped and your chair bumps into tables and other patrons). If you are from out of town - when you visit - be sure to read and sign the guestbook by the shrine area. Another detail that makes this phenomenal cafe the best in the region. As for anyone saying "hipster" or POC issues - completely false. You should know this is a POC owned business that locally sources beer (Other Brother down the street), wine (local family winery in Carmel), and pastries (Seaside resident). Crazy how people can be so incorrectly judgy on one visit - come back! I'll buy you a coffee and prove you wrong. I've been going here almost a year now and only see people here who leave with a smile. As the sweater says, "There's No (effin') X in Espresso!" read more

Counterpoint Coffee - The Gibraltar 100% RECOMMEND - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

Super cute coffee place with some of the best coffee we've ever had. Husband has a mocha and I had the undertow. For sure will be back! read more

Counterpoint Coffee - Mocha & undertow - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

The only happy part of my day was spent at this rockstar coffee shop. After staying at the crappy motel down the road, I was tired and in desperate need of caffeine. The flat white was good. Almond milk is a nice froth and the pink top made my childhood dreams come alive. Cool stones in the shop too. read more

This place definitely had a chill vibe and trendy. All the workers were welcoming and friendly. The atmosphere seemed very relaxing and I really liked the decor. I liked the concept of having coffee and being able to offer beer and wine as well. The only downfall is the coffee is not good! I was with about three other people that said the taste of the coffee was very poor. I'm not a coffee person, so I can't speak for that. read more

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I came here because of how it looked in the pictures, and it did not disappoint. I'm typically a Starbucks goer because of convenience, but I wanted a specialty coffee. I looked up coffee shops around where we're staying in Monterey, and it was between this one and the one across the street, who's reviews were similar. I chose one solely because of how it looked in side, via the pictures on yelp. I was greeted as soon as I walked in, and helped quickly. The girl working was very kind and helpful. I asked what the difference was between two drinks, and she explained it for me. They have oat milk and almond milk as their dairy free option, so I ordered an oat milk latte, and it was delicious. The espresso was sweet and had slight notes of caramel. The oat milk was so creamy! Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!! read more

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Chill vibe, never a line. Coffee's are strong, but some bold flavors. It's a great spot!

Wonderful and amazing. Seriously good coffee and Seriously good vibes here. I'm a latte lover and Counterpoint hits all the right notes!

Meh, not off to a great start. Place is new and trendy but seems to have limited offerings. Asked for tea and was given one option. No Earl Grey, no green tea, not even standard Lipton's black tea? They had some fruity licorice option. OK, never mind. Looked at the selection of pastries and it was 3. Yes three options. A croissant, a bran looking pie thing, and fritter looking pastry. Hmmm, OK never mind. Lastly, I'm sorry to keep droning on. I came in to do some work. There was very little seating, and even less option for tables. There were two half picnic benches, both facing walls, then a very skinny table middle of room. Nothing was conducive to GSD. So I left, will try again in a month or so to see if they have worked out some kinks. The space is great, location great, smells good inside and chillax music playing. Just not hitting on all cylinders just yet. Enjoy! read more

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Highly recommend stopping in here. The customer service is exceptional. Fiancé got a drip coffee and he thoroughly enjoyed it. I'm not a coffee person so I got a chai with Oatmilk. Normally I prefer my chai on the sweeter side but the chai they source was absolutely delicious and adding a sweetness would have taken away from the the tea. Another plus they have an eclectic mix of music playing. Can't be mad when Thundercat is on. Lastly, great atmosphere and clean bathrooms. Highly recommend. read more

Excellent coffee and pastries. The americano and pour over were perfection and the pastries selection is on point and we craved the lemon loaf and almond croissant for days after. The counter was short staffed with only one person so I understand the lack of attentiveness but they should really have an extra person there on weekend mornings. read more

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Great coffee and ambiance! I recommend the banana bread latte. Service was good too, very kind staff!

Great espresso and community hang out. Enjoy recorded music the way it should be - on vinyl. read more

Counterpoint Coffee - Best latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

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A Chai drink cost $7 and it wasn't very good. Pastries were unremarkable, defiantly not worth the price either. Would not recommend this spot especially since there are so many other coffee shops to choose from in the area. read more

I'm from out of town and wanted coffee and a bite to eat. I spent $20 on a latte and a panini... waited 20 minutes for the panini to finally be finished (no one else ordered food but me) and when I got it, it was so slathered with mayo and salty from lunch meat ham I couldn't eat it... pretty disappointed and a waste of money in my opinion. Should have gone to Starbucks. read more

Excellent coffee and great place to hang out! They have mimosas, beer, and wine in addition to coffee and tea. I like that they sell local products like Almighty Kombucha. The chess board setup is neat and there's even outside seating for people with dogs. read more

Counterpoint Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

Overpriced coffee and it didn't even taste good. There is only 1 size, which is small but with a big price tag. Other coffee place was closed so we went there. Not sure how it survives. read more

i get an iced vanilla lavender latte with oat milk every time i visit. it's always delicious, although it seems i pay a different price every time i order so i try not to go much. once, i was charged $11 for that ONE drink. great drinks, but incredibly pricy (even for a cafe) read more

They're good. Good ambiance and seating. I like being spaced out from others, even before Covid. And some outside seating to the side and back too. Great mocha and tasty teas. read more

Came here for coffee and pastries on a Sunday morning. The space has a really cool atmosphere--spacious, mismatched tables and chairs, tie-dyed shirts for sale, and a shrine-like area with lots of glittery statues. I got the Gibraltar, which was delicious, and the croissant dough cinnamon roll was also tasty. The owner and employees were all super friendly explaining the unusual menu items (purple haze, undertow...) read more

This place tries really hard to give the "I'm too cool to care" vibe customer service is never really that great and they pretty much ignore you until they have to take your order. Coffee is decent. read more

Went there for a special coffee and was pretty disappointed. I was overcharged. I tried calling but they don't answer their phone. I reached out through social media twice, no response. Coffee was just ok. Def won't be back. read more

Really cool location and so close to home that made me really want to like it more, but unfortunately the experience last Sunday wasn't good enough to come back for. There was only one person working, other than an older gentleman that was putting pastries out, but only one person actually taking orders and making the coffee which was really surprising for a weekend morning when you'd expect it to be busy, which it was. When we finally got up to the register we had to wait almost 15 minutes to order from the worker that seemed pissed he had to be making orders for customers. After we ordered it was almost another 20 minutes before we got our orders, a single shot of espresso that had been ordered as a double an a matcha latte that had been ordered with oat milk (lactose intolerant) but after a couple sips was very obvious that it wasn't. The pastry we had was good and we really loved the vibe, but the worker and the lack of caring to get the order right on expensive drinks was a major turnoff. We'll stick with other locations we've found instead. read more

Great understated coffee shop. Barista who crafts your coffee drink with style and care. Mom's GF coffee cake, Dad's pastries and quiche. Serves beer and wine, too. read more

This coffee shop is a gem. Great service coffee and ambiance. One of the best in the bay