So this is a relatively unusual review of a coffee shop, where I would usually be in the morning or…read moreat least early afternoon, that I have instead so far been to twice, both in the evening, for a once a month (quite good!) Thursday comedy night they host there (they aren't *normally* open as late as they were both times I was there, if anyone was wondering why I was *drinking* so much wine and beer while I was here - but my understanding is it seems they do always *have* wine and beer, anyway.) So as far as that goes, they have a couple wines, a red and a white, I'm not sure if they change, but as of when I was there, the white was pretty good, the red (a cab) was super good. They're also not cheap, at 12 bucks a glass, but I was there to support them for hosting great local comedy obviously. Their beer is also local and craft - they also only have a couple, and one's always a pilsner (I've never liked pilsners personally), but the other, when I was there, was a great local lager (also a lot cheaper, at $6.50.) If you're there at a more normal time for more normal coffee shop type products, though they are also great. The first time I was there, I didn't have any coffee drinks, but the second time, I felt like I could use the caffeine, tried their tiramisu latte, which I absolutely recommend. I also had a chocolate croissant with it, which I can also totally recommend. Maybe not as good as the best chocolate croissant I've ever had, but that was also in France. It's a lot cheaper than flying to France.

Very chill local coffee spot! It was packed on a Friday morning so definitely expect a bit of a…read morewait especially if you're ordering food. There was lots of seating and they even have a photo booth! I saw they also had flyers for different events they host which I think is fun. I tried their tiramisu latte and it was so good! I also tried one of their croissant sandwiches and it was a lot so I ended up splitting it with another person. This location is the one right behind Walgreens. They have a very, very small parking lot off to the side of the building and you can only use the right side because the left parking spaces is reserved for the other building. You're better off finding street parking.

went for the first time and was welcomed with a smile as soon as i came in. I asked the barista…read morewhat the cinnamon dolce contained and though i don't recall at the moment, it was something that sounded delicious to me. He also shared that was his favorite drink. I ordered mine with whole milk and was satisfied with how balanced it was. The place was chill and overall a great experience.

I came here to grab a matcha and get some work done. I can't speak to the coffee, but the matcha…read morewas disappointing. It had clumps of powder, tasted watered down, and was overall just okay. I also needed to charge my laptop, but most of the outlets didn't work, and there was quite a bit of trash on the floor. On the positive side, the atmosphere was nice, the air conditioning worked well, and the staff were friendly. Still, I probably won't be returning.

Very impressed! First time here and I can see why everyone raves about how good this place is. Went…read morehere with my friends and we all tried the matcha einspanner- strong matcha flavor and perfect balance of sweetness. The interior is clean and well-decorated. The staff is quite friendly too; you can tell the owners invest a lot of love and time into their business and recipes. Parking is a smaller lot, but still had available spots on a Saturday afternoon. They have free wifi and sizable tables for studying, which is nice. I'll be back for my caffeine fix!

This place is close to our house, so we decided to try it…read more The oat milk banana latté I ordered tasted artificial. The matcha is presweetened, and batch prepared in large squeeze bottles. The matcha latte was too sweet, and had a stronger than normal bitter aftertaste. The drinks were average. Service, though, was very good, both the young man at the register and the young lady who called out our order were friendly and professional. I would go further - to Da Vien or Trung Nguyen for the flavors we tried here. UPDATE: Thanks for the clarification, Reina. I did not say that artificial banana flavoring was used. Perhaps I'm not accustomed to tasting cheong, which I believe is a fermentation process of fruit. I didn't taste a a "strong" banana flavor. It was actually a subtle banana flavor. There was an aftertaste that I did not expect and not anything I've tasted in banana lattès from other shops. Maybe it's just my palate. Also, when we ordered we had wanted a vanilla matcha lattè. However, we were told that the matcha is pre-sweetened and that vanilla could not be added because it would make the drink too sweet, so I'm not certain how the sweetness can be adjusted if the batched matcha is already sweetened. Thank you again for the response and the best of luck with your business.

The Library Coffee is a timeless retreat filled with warm light, wooden textures, and quiet charm…read more The deep colors, classic furniture, and shelves of books create a vintage calm that feels far removed from the rush outside. The iced Turkish latte and chocolate cake pair perfectly with the atmosphere -- rich, balanced, and quietly indulgent. Every detail, from the brass fixtures to the menu boards, reflects care and character. A place not just to drink coffee, but to slow down and think.

Love that this has two areas for studying a bit more quiet and the other for any casual meet ups…read morefor coffee. It's walking distance but if I ever need to pay bills or work from there I'll stick around. The owner is very welcoming as well as the staff. I once was working remotely and forgot my charger. Miraculously they had the charger I needed in their lost and found bin! Thank you!

They have me hooked on their pumpkin lattes in the fall. Service is always friendly and I like how…read morethey bring your drinks to you once they are ready. Small to that make a big difference. The vibe is always chill, clean, and crisp. Their baked goods section look appetizing, though I've never had. (Someone please tell me how they are and which are your favorite). Oh, and their matcha iced teas..... WOW.

First time trying Stereoscope in Long Beach, and I'd definitely come back!…read more I went with a group, so I was able to try a few different drinks, including their sweetened matcha, Madagascar Vanilla Latte, and Signature Cream Top Latte. The location itself is fairly small, and parking can be a little rough since it's in a popular area with limited metered parking. It's probably not somewhere I'd personally plan to sit and hang out for a while, but they do offer online pickup through DoorDash, and the service was quick (for reference, I went at around 8:45am on a Sunday). The employees were also friendly and helpful when we had questions about the menu. What really stood out to me was the flavor! The drinks are rich, flavorful, and really well-balanced. It's not bitter, overly sweet, or too plain. Everything we tried tasted consistent and intentional. The prices are a little on the higher side, but based on the quality, I think it's worth it. I'd definitely come back, especially for the Madagascar Vanilla Latte, the matcha, or even to just try something new on the menu!

Currently obsessed with their summer menu. It's got me in a chokehold. Their mango matcha is one of…read morethe best I've tried. It tastes fresh and refreshing. Feels like mango juice mixed in with matcha not overly sweet but not plain either. 10/10 for me. Chocolate croissant warmed up is soo soo good. Whoever supplies it knows what they're doing! They're huge and flaky and the chocolate melts inside so you're not just eating a chocolate bar inside bread. Sweet treat yourself! This is a place I love to frequent because the service is fast, very spacious inside and even has a little free library too! It's always extra cold in here plus access to restrooms. You can usually find street parking pretty easily on Willow.

I just moved to Long Beach and have already been here 3 times. Not only is the coffee and matcha so…read moreincredible and high quality, but the mission of this place makes me want to support it even more! The fact that it supports workforce development and community building is really amazing and it shows. The pistachio latte is one of the best I have ever tasted. I've also had the mango matcha and the birthday cake latte from their specialty menus and those were so incredibly delicious as well. They have working spaces, consistently friendly service, and great wifi as well. I've found one of my new favorite coffee spots for sure!

I have wanted to try this place for years. I grew up around the corner, so even though it wasn't a…read morecoffee place, it brought nostalgic feelings to me. The place is really clean and understated. However, even with the minimalist look, it felt warm. The gal who helped me was sweet, calm and quiet enough. She didn't know I was headed to a funeral, but I felt like she did. Just treated me with palatable kindness. Oh and the coffee was delicious. So there's that.

Plant based queer coffee shop located in a busy street with only street parking available that can…read morebe a little tricky. The inside is super spacious and plenty of space to sit that's super comfy! One of my regular hangouts purely for the vibes since the drinks are a little lacking. The staff is always attentive and bring you everything super fast even when it's a busy house. I've tried various coffee and matcha and it's never strong or flavorful. Watered down comes to mind. The seasonal drinks always leave you wishing for more. Pistachio matcha -- didn't taste like much. The matcha itself isn't very strong and doesn't have any pistachio flavor.

My husband and I enjoy Cyclops coffee and buy it to go and get the beans for our own at-home…read moreespressos. This review, however, is motivated out of my desire to offer major props to the young man - I think I overheard something like Sip? - working this morning. This guy was on his A game, multitasking and juggling multiple tasks with perceived ease and being pleasant and accommodating all at the same time. Great job! Your effort is noticed and appreciated. Thanks for that. Had it not been for this (and their delicious pastries), I'd give Cyclops a 3 - 4 stars because I have a real bone to pick with paying for a larger Americano and getting the same number of shots regardless. I don't like when businesses do that so that would have otherwise been a major ding for me.

Excellent cold brew! That's my jam…read more Great place to pop up your laptop and work! Plenty of seating and outlets. Staff were friendly and overall my experience was great. I got a croissant and they warmed it up for me. It was flaky and good, but wow was it buttery! My fingers were covered in grease and i got it all over my laptop. Oops. I wish they had a bigger selection of pastries. I got there at around 11 and their case was pretty bare. Usually my go-to stop in Long Beach for coffee because it's super convenient to get to, but parking can be tough!

I really liked this cafe! I've tried several of their drinks and I love it! Not milky, I like their…read morePhin drip a lot and some of the flavors are unique. There is adequate space to study however close to the VA and CSULB so sometimes it can get busy

So happy I finally got to try this place out…read more Free large parking lot, lots of seating inside, one of my favorite coffee shops decor wise! Service was wonderful, everyone was kind, quick and helpful. Vanilla Marble Espresso was incredible. Easily top 5 coffee in LB. Will happily be coming back.

Cajete & mazapan lattes (oat, iced) are incredible. Service is super friendly. Great supporter of…read moreour community Coffees: if you're like me and make most of your iced lattes at home, you get picky and start to understand what makes a good latte - the ratios, quality of espresso etc. (am I becoming a coffee snob lol). This place is 1000% a GREAT iced latte spot. The mazapan was our favorite but is sweeter (love it) and the cajete is also great, but less sweet. The space: local art and murals, bulletin board with local events. Lots of space to work or study. Parking: street only. Hit the green checkmark on the meter for free 15 minutes parking.

I live minutes away from this amazing coffee shop and just stopped in today. The awesome guy that…read morerang me up was super friendly and a wealth of knowledge of all things coffee! He recommended the Cajeta Latte and I got it with oat milk and iced of course. The inside was super cozy and gay friendly. I'll definitely have to add this to my coffee routine.