Vibe is cute, nice customer service, however I did not enjoy the ice latte. I work in coffee and decided to treat myself but it was not great. The order is completely wrong by ice first- then thick mocha- then pour shot over ice to add a splash of milk..? Eco-friendly by not having straws (cool!) but then offer stir sticks that are too short that it is not possible to mix the bottom. Bitter sweet experience- if the order is store guidelines then please mix for the customer. read more

I guess you could say we did the full Locals experience: a surf lesson at Locals Surf School followed by a meal at Locals Collective, which shares ownership with, and is only a block away from, the surf school location at Beach 69th. Locals Collective is such a sweet l'il cafe. The vibe is relaxed and lovely, with friendly, helpful staff (especially the woman wearing the ramen cat shirt, whose name I didn't get, unfortunately). The menu is small, but includes some healthy options like the breakfast sammy (with two eggs, avocado, sprouts, tomato, Monterey Jack cheese, and spicy aioli on whole grain toast), acai bowls, wraps, overnight oats and that sort of thing. The breakfast sandwich wasn't very big -- or rather it was a normal size, well filled, but made with commercially standard-size sliced bread, not a hero, sub, or roll -- and was perhaps a touch spendy at $12. The Progeny inhaled the sandwich after snarfing down a sushi roll we'd brought -- and still wanted two large protein bars, after. (I guess surfing cultivates a good appetite.) He said he enjoyed it, though. My iced coffee was a touch weak, but serviceable. There's pleasant seating indoors and out, with a few folks working on laptops. There are quite a few dining options on this particular block, including burritos, pizza, ice cream, and a few full-service restaurants -- but in terms of aesthetics and overall look-feel, Locals Collective takes the win. Surf boards (I think soft tops only) are available for rent at Locals Collective, for $35 / 2 hours. Prices are a bit higher than at Breakwater Surf, which rents for a jaw droppingly low price of $5 an hour -- but Locals does offer additional amenities like changing rooms and a shower, which I'm prima-donna enough to think is worth it. You can also rent a wet suit, which you'll probably want if the air temp is anything cooler than 75F. Waves at Beach 68 are fairly small, but reportedly consistent. We'll be back for more, I'm sure. read more

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Great spot close to the beach . Subway loacated one block from the shop too. Ver6 convenient . Freshly prepared sandwich (made to order) and bowls . Beverages hot & cold- the ginger tea I had was strong just the way i like it. I had the Breakfast Sammy with eggs,avocado and cheese and spicy aioli. Very delicious, warm and filling . Great service and convenient location for beach goers. read more

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Had an awesome healthy breakfast the other day at Locals Collective over by Rockaway Beach. I got the breakfast sammy for $12, which consisted of 2 eggs, avocado smash, sprout, tomato, monterey jack cheese and spicy aioli on whole grain toast. I love the surf vibe here. They even rent surf boards, $35 for 2 hours and $60 for 4 hours. How cool is that!? I'll definitely be coming here throughout the summer when hanging out with friends at the beach. read more

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A great place for drinks and food on your way too or from the beach! Our group of 4 went in on a Saturday morning around 11 to grab food and drinks to go. I got the watermelon juice and wrap. The juice was yummy and the wrap was okay but didn't blow me away. I will say that it did come out very quickly despite there being several orders in front of us! The space has plenty of room to sit both inside and out. The workers were also very friendly despite the rush. They also have a bathroom to use if you are a customer. Would recommend! read more

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Had a nice post-surf breakfast burrito at this adorable, cheery little cafe close to the beach. The burrito was nothing crazy to write home about in my opinion, and I thought it was small for the price, but this place gets four stars for the vibes. read more

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The location is in a modern building next to the ocean, and the ambiance has a relaxed surf vibe. The staff is friendly, and the coffee was hot and energizing. I can't comment on the food, but overall, it's a cute place worth visiting. read more

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The food tasted great. Loved the atmosphere and flavors. Limited menu but all dishes were well made and fresh. read more

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I like how many vegetarian options this place has, that was an automatic plus for me. The burrito itself was a bit pricey but good! And the coffee is nice too. There's a decent amount of seating and has beach-vibes. Would come again! read more

Locals Collective - Breakfast Burrito - Cafes Near Me - Queens, New York

Nice beach vibe cafe and cool interiors. The place was packed. The cake hit the spot is a good way to celebrate the new year! read more

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I love this spot. The breakfast burritos are so good - worth every penny - they even wrote my name on hot sauce with it. The ambiance is nice and spacious. You can breathe while you have your coffee. The staff is very helpful, and yet super efficient. This is in a great location right off the boardwalk. I'll be back soon. read more

Great spot to pick up some healthy breakfast bowls or burritos, smoothies, wraps, coffee, and beer. Good prices, great staff, chill surfer tiki vibe. Plenty of seating inside, also on the outside deck patio, outlet to charge up, and clean bathroom. Awesome music too. A cold $5 Narragansett was perfect after running a half marathon on the nearby boardwalk. read more

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Cute surfer vibe coffee shop with ample indoor and outdoor seating. Coffee is bold and tasty, decently priced too. Lost a star for not having decaffeinated options. I think the menu is limited with hot items and the service did take longer than I would have like, but items were fresh. I had the burrito, tasted good but needs some type of sauce. They do have a great selection of pastries and bakery items some of which are vegan and gluten free. I would visit again. read more

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Staff was super friendly, really chill vibes in the space. Very clean, open, plants, fresh air and also being used as a working space for people w laptops. The salted peanut butter bar and coffee was really good here. Very crumbly bar with very good flavor and the coffee was very tasty. I'll def be back next time I'm in the area read more

Locals Collective - Salted peanut butter bar - Cafes Near Me - Queens, New York

This was such a cool place to grab a bite before or after the beach! However, I was very disappointed with their options, they had NOTHING left to eat at 4pm! Their smoothies are also "pre-mixed" I guess where they cannot made any substitutions or additions which I really disliked. I was hungry and decided to go with a smoothie (all they had left) which wasn't great. It was semi warm and watery whereas I like my smoothies cold and thicker. I would've loved to try their food because they have great options but if you go here make sure it's early! They do sell cool merch inside & rent out surf boards. read more

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The atmosphere and vibes were really good. Also the workers were playing really good music.

Friendly staff, Nice calm place to do work and hoMework if needed. I got a burrito 11$. Taste is on point but deff not worth 11$. That's definitely the location and up and coming area to thank for the higher prices. And this wasn't intentional but all cool have to wear hair nets for a reason. And the reason for that is so that I wouldn't have long hairs in my burritos . I brought it back and it's getting remade as we speak. But no biggie it happens. But hair nets should be worn. read more

Locals Collective - So got this 11$ dollar burrito definitely tastes pretty good but not worth 11$. - Cafes Near Me - Queens, New York

0 stars they ruined Connolly's they ruined the beach 3.75 for a cup of coffee and I have to put my own sugar in. Ruin California we don't want you read more

I just moved to the area and am SO grateful this coffee shop is a short walk from the A train I take to work. I stopped in this morning and had a hard time deciding what to get because of all the appetizing options. I decided on the PB & coffee smoothie BUT sadly they were not serving this at the moment. So, I ordered the Chai Latte with Califia farms oat milk, ( I'm VERY appreciative of the fact they use Califia over Oatly) but the chai latte was disappointingly plain. I felt like I was drinking straight up oat milk, and wished I had just went to Dunkin across the street for a chai latte... To be fair, it's difficult to find a good Chai Latte out here, so I'm gonna cut the baristas a little bit of slack. The service was good and quick, and the avocado toast and açaí bowl looked fresh and was well presented so I'll def be back to try other options. I just know that this is not the place for a chai latte. read more

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Good, black coffee and yummy chocolate chip cookies. They also have a nice menu for hot breakfast items and açaí bowls. Covid precautions in place, they measure temp if you want to sit and enjoy your treats. Great seating by the bright windows and felt spaced out enough from other patrons. read more

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Locals Collective is such a fun shop! The aesthetics are excellent and it's such a welcoming environment. The coffee is unreal, too! I'm a bit of a coffee purist and I was very satisfied. I'm also writing this review on behalf of myself and three friends who all enjoyed themselves immensely. read more

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A+++ place for brunch , snacks , drinks. Mango/ black iced tea is delish Breakfast burrito is so yummy and the eggs are light as air. Bakery items are A++ especially the gf almond/ lemon pound cake. YUMMO. A must visit in this super cool area. Friendly + welcoming neighborhood spot. read more

I don't get it. The menu still says a small coffee 3.50. They been charging 4 but today it's 4.25. Just like a greedy landlord they've priced me out. Not to mention they've changed the tip options to 25/30/35%. This makes it feel as tho even with the rise in prices I still need to supplement the employees wages more than a full service establishment. read more

Avocado toast and coffee served with a smile. Iced coffee was wonderful. The shop is decked out with surfer decor. We are visiting from Idaho otherwise this would be my daily go to. read more

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I love this spot. The espresso drinks are great and they've got some tasty baked goods. Plenty of room for pandemic-friendly social distancing. The baristas are the best. Multiple times I've come by with my baby in the stroller, then gone to wait outside while my drink is made. Two different baristas have gone the extra mile of bringing my drinks outside to me -- so kind! I appreciated that so much and wanted to call it out. Thanks Locals, glad to be your neighbor! read more

Been going here for 3 years. Service has gone down pretty badly. New staff isn't well trained or attentive.

What cafe do you know that not only serves offer but rents out surf boards? This spot is super cute and convenient to stop by for a quick brekkie and board rental. I love the acai bowls and smoothies. All of the staff is friendly and I'll definitely be back. read more

I am not such a connoisseur of burritos but what's not to like about this egg burrito with avocado and some spice. It tastes better than it looks and the look is spot on. Also, they just added some beach perfect alcoholic beverages to their menu. This place is in a great location, it offers indoor and outdoor sitting and has healthy food options that are not lacking in taste department. read more

Locals Collective - Egg burrito with avocado. - Cafes Near Me - Queens, New York

The pb and coffee drink is amazing, I'm obsessed. Prices are up there, but it's honestly worth it bc the quality. I also ordered the avocado toast which was really good. Workers are nice and welcoming which I love! This is my new spot! read more

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Great Açaí bowl. But, Comically slow service considering there were 4 people working and the menu is so limited. Solid spot for a cup of coffee and a snack if you're not in a hurry and don't mind waiting while stoned employees move in slow motion to prep your order. read more

Perfect first stop in the Rockaways for an iced coffee, breakfast treats (I had a tasty zucchini muffin) and people watching

Highly underrated spot for coffee, breakfast and treats. The food is delicious and the coffee is the best in Rockaway.

I dug the instrumental playlist offering a soothing backdrop to animated conversations of locals reading, chatting, and sipping a variety of savory-looking drinks and treats. The oat chai with a shot of espresso was topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon right at the bar, which I appreciated. It tasted smooth and delicious, which makes sense given their use of Brooklyn Roasting Company coffee beans. My husband ordered an espresso, which came piping hot and had hints of citrus. The customer service was pleasant, too! read more

Locals Collective - Wavy vibe - Cafes Near Me - Queens, New York

This centrally located locally owned coffee shop & cafe is exactly what this area in Rockaway needed. When you picture a beach town coffee spot, you'd be thinking of Locals Collective. The interior directly represents the owners passion and love for surfing (as they also own a surf school on the same beach) so it's nice to see the beach/surf incorporated so swimmingly into the design. Their selection of caffeine is everything you'd want to find in a coffee shop. From cappuccinos & delicious Matcha lattes to various types of healthy smoothies, this is certainly a refreshing way to recaffeinate. In addition to hot/cold brewed beverages, they also have hard seltzer's and beers! Drop in the morning for a coffee & head back over for a cold one after your surf. Locals Collective also boasts fantastic sandwiches. Whether grabbing an avocado toast for bkfast or getting a pastry on the fly, this spot encompass many of our favorite healthy foods. Finally, these beverages & delicious sammies wouldn't be made possible with out the incredible staff. From the smile & immediate engagement you receive as soon as you enter the door to the undeniable love they put into every sip or bite, this cafe gets a perfect 10. Exceptional customer service, a killer menu, and a welcoming environment is what you'll receive when coming here. "Don't forget to tip your kooks" read more

Locals Collective - Thanks for my latte!! - Cafes Near Me - Queens, New York

Finally had the chance to go here today I live in rockaway and have lived in rockaway for my whole life. My sister and I ordered two açaí bowls and honestly they were just ok. The açaí mixture was like soup it was very watered down and I mean for the price I expected more. For the two of us it came out to $26 for açaí bowls smh. That's what I am used to living in rockaway but if their not ever going to be that good it's a waste. read more

Honestly way too liquidy for a smoothie,normally smoothies are more thick this one is very liquidy, I'm not satisfied with taste read more

Locals Collective - A tutti fruity smoothie - Cafes Near Me - Queens, New York

I'm really trying to figure out a word that can sum up the amazing the experience I just had here, and I can only think of Homey. From the service (Michael) to the espresso to the açaí bowl, everything is above and beyond. You can taste the freshness in the fruits they use, the açaí is blended to perfection right in front of you, and the portion is perfect! From the first sip, you can taste the precision and finesse that goes into pulling the perfect shot, and I couldn't leave without grabbing another. Without a doubt, 10/10 I would recommend to everyone. Also, they accept card, apple pay and cash. read more

Locals Collective - the best double espresso i've ever had - Cafes Near Me - Queens, New York

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I was apprehensive about visiting a new spot in this neighborhood as it's newly erected businesses haven't gotten their "beach legs" as of yet. I was pleasantly surprised by the swift service and the yummy treats. The Açaí bowl was perfectly portioned and just sweet enough. The espresso I ordered also hit the spot, especially potent for me because I hadn't had coffee in a while, but it was just what the doctor ordered. I shared a quesadilla and a breakfast burrito and both were treats for enjoying. My only quibble would be that the quesadilla could have had more cheese. Next time i guess? read more

Locals Collective - Avocado toast w/ radishes & sprinkled with Parmesan - Cafes Near Me - Queens, New York

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Leaky coffee lids ruined umpteen shirts. Keep giving them a chance thinking they would have fixed the problem. Nope... another good shirt stained... read more

Really nice local coffee shop! Great for a quick stop, a good bite or even a working area. read more

Locals Collective - Matcha latte with oat milk - Cafes Near Me - Queens, New York