What a fun coffee shop! So welcoming, such an amazing vibe, great coffee and matcha, and friendly staff! We stopped by for the first time over the weekend and can't wait to go back. The folks taking our order were so sweet and helpful. After you order, you can browse the shop, find a little nook to hang out in while you enjoy your drinks or sit outside. My strawberry matcha cloud was soooooo good. Not too sweet and the foam was delicious. My husband's cold brew was great. We took ours to-go, but next time, we'll stay a little longer to enjoy the vibes. read more

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I stopped into Longway, which appeared to be a shared storefront and got a Arnold Palmer to go. I will say I didn't love that the ice was so packed in I couldn't get a straw in, but the service was prompt and friendly and the drink was delicious. They also have quite a bit of outside seating, which was fantastic. All in all, I would definitely return. read more

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This establish is a little confusing, it can't seem to pick a theme. At first glance it's a coffee store front, with limited vegan options. Then it turned into a retail space as you walk towards the back to get your drinks. Additional retail pop up spaces and then finally to the pickup area for drinks. There's plenty of seating and it seems like it's a spot where people go to socialize. The front end cashier was very friendly with the person in front of us but very short with us. The staff in the back providing drinks were also not very friendly. I got a sea salt mapple latte and a match and an espresso shot. All were just average, and on the watery side for drinks. Overall it's not something I would order again there's definitely some other places that I prefer in town but it's nice to know it's an option. read more

Longway - Double espresso, pistachio matcha, sea salt maple latte - Women's Clothing Near Me - San Anselmo, California

The little cafe in the back of a women's clothing store was so unexpected but so good!! I think it's one of the few spots offering matcha in the area so my friend and I had to go and we were not disappointed. Her matcha and my hojicha latter were delicious!! read more

Super cool hidden coffee shop. Excellent coffee even better staff. My wife and I stop here every time we come to San Anselmo. read more

Longway - Front desk - Women's Clothing Near Me - San Anselmo, California

Longway has great aesthetics. More San Francisco or Portland, than Marin, it's a quirky, blend of coffee house, work space, community gathering spot and retail. Service is friendly. The expresso drinks here offered a mixed experience. My first drink, a coconut crème expresso was excellent. Strong and delicious, they apparently make their own coconut crème in-house. We all know there is a worldwide shortage, but unfortunately the matcha we ordered was lacking a depth of flavor and color, despite watching a skilled barista beautifully blend the powder with a traditional whisk (chasen.) The end result of her efforts was "matcha lite." I like this spot, and we noted it's a popular choice for remote work, but steer towards expresso drinks if you are a fan of potent flavors. read more

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Cute shop/cafe. Nicely curated items for sale - clothes, personal care, etc. Mint matcha latte was basically mint milk. Didn't taste any matcha Donuts were super dense. For 2 drinks & 2 donuts it was almost $30. Not worth it. read more

Longway - Women's Clothing Near Me - San Anselmo, California

Beautiful space. Clean. Modern. Cool concept having boutique meets cafe. Appreciated that the clothing seemed to be eco friendly. Friendly staff. Menu offers a variety of options. Pastry case with donuts, mini quiche, buns/danishes. All that said ... the drinks we ordered were entirely "meh". The matcha was nowhere to be found in terms of actual taste. While the drink was stunning to look at (see photo) it tasted like milk. The pistachio flavor was barely there. The pourover was decent but not my favorite. read more

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As a reminder, I contact small businesses directly with suggestions when the service and/or food is in need of improvement. I do not use Yelp to express my less than stellar opinions because small business operation is challenging and can be unfairly adversely affected by "a bad day." During the three visits to Longway for coffee beverages with three different baristas, the coffee products have been stellar! Rarely, have I tasted espresso derived beverages as good as those served by Longway. They have selected a fruit forward flavored espresso that is balanced by milk which that has been stretched correctly with care. Often third wave coffee shops have an upcharge for this particular flavor profile blend. My perception is that the requisite skill for brewing excellent espresso derived drinks requires dedicated training and an aptitude for "dialing in" the coffee - akin to a trained and talented chef vs a line cook simply following a recipe. Admittedly, I am a particular about coffee. I would like to give a shout out to the owner and staff who strive to consistently serve among the very best I have sampled globally!. read more

Aesthetic coffee shop with clothes and other goodies! This is the perfect spot to romanticize a study or work from home day. I love all the different seating options and always get their spiced chai latte. I got their matcha once and wasn't the biggest fan but hope to try other drinks on their menu soon! read more

Longway is a shop, but it's also a signal. Part store, part magazine spread, part café. Clothes hang like they've already been chosen. Ceramics whisper of Tokyo and Copenhagen. A $30 candle nods knowingly. And the coffee--comes every way you want it. Oat, almond, whole. Drip, espresso, flat white with a leaf on top. But I take it black. Black like early mornings. It's the best coffee in Marin. Poured hot. No nonsense. Handle with with care. Between 8 and 11 a.m., Longway becomes a scene. Not loud, not obvious. If you're a modern San Anselman--creative director, off-duty architect, early retiree, yoga mom, people watcher--you'll pass through. The parklet outside is its own kind of stage. Dogs tied up. Toddlers in neutrals. Conversations about schools, business ideas, mindfulness, and mortgage rates. No one rushes. No one stays too long. You come for the coffee. You stay for the feeling. You leave like you've accomplished something with a little verve. read more

Impressed is an understatement. My boyfriend works in the area and tells me his coworkers rave about their matcha. I couldn't wait to try it myself. It reminds me a lot of the coffee shops in LA or SF. Service was great and on it! I ordered an iced matcha latte, oat milk, 1 extra scoop of matcha, less sweet with maple syrup, & cinnamon on top. My boyfriend ordered their seasonal mint matcha which was delish as well! As a self-proclaimed matcha connoisseur -- I approve. Best iced matcha in Marin (& I've definitely tried all of them at this point). Can't wait to come back! read more

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Amazing coffee! Such a great way to start your day! The matcha is so good and the pour over is to die for. The owner is so kind and welcoming to everyone that comes in. Service was great as well. read more

this place is AWESOME! Dude at the counter was so nice and polite. Drinks were great.

This is by far one of my favorite coffee shops -- ever. I remember discovering it years ago, even before I moved to San Anselmo, and it's been a special place to me ever since. The space is charming and unique, and they've recently remodeled it to be even cuter -- seriously, it's twice as lovely now. They use top-quality ingredients, which really shows in every drink and bite. The owner is incredibly sweet and always in a great mood, which sets the tone for the whole place. The service is consistently great, and the small personal touches really stand out -- I hadn't been in for a while, and on my recent visit, one of the baristas still remembered my name. That meant a lot. Highly recommend if you're looking for great coffee with heart and character. read more

Super cute shop/coffee shop. I'm loving their matcha's at the moment. It's always fun to order a drink and look through their clothing racks! read more

Excellent product Top notch beans to cup!! Nice wooden patio area. Sunny. Chill. One of very top cups in Marin! read more

Phenomenally cool shop without even trying. I join the multitudes to say: A real experience that I long to be in when I am passing through Marin. JB Blunk wooden sculpture - chairs and tables graces the outside. Gorgeous mid-century feel, clothes, workspace with cafe and ice cream. Sure to amaze. Down to earth owner a plus. read more

Best coffee in Marin easily, and the hippest spot to hangout. Also great for gifts and clothes. Excellent pastries. Makes San anselmo downtown cool. read more

Very cool tucked-away cafe/shop in the heart of San Anselmo. Love the vibes here, and will come here both to do a little quick work while on the go or meet up with a friend for a catch-up. Can't speak to the shop component as it's geared to women's clothes, but seems like very nice, chic stuff. read more

Super cute little coffee shop. The gal at the front was so nice and recommended a coconut latte which I had never had it was very delish. I also love that it's right next to the bagel shop very handy! read more

The very best coffee, tea, and matcha. Also, stellar people and vibe. Truly unmatched.

I wanted to love Longway. It hits different upon first impression. Behind the low key vibe, there many things going on. It's a retail shop/cafe/community space. As I found myself navigating beyond the slogans and seemingly cool esthetics, I wasn't feeling it. Inconsistent cafe drinks(sometimes good sometimes not) and the selection of "eco-friendly fashion" had me wondering if there were a workshop of toddlers in the back designing it all. The oversized drawstring pants feel like an inspiration from the baby section at Target. What are we tasting and trying on here that makes this place worth our time? read more

We moved out state a few years ago and never make a trip back without stopping at this gem of a place. It's been fun to watch it evolve over the years. I own many of Kris' timeless pieces and they make the best matcha latte in town. read more

By far the best Matcha in San Anselmo great service lovely ambience will absolutely be back!!!

I have become a total coffee snob over the last 5 or 6 years and won't even waste my time with a mediocre cup of coffee. Longway has never let me down! It is my favorite! Incredible espresso drinks and great service. They also have some very cool unique items in the retail part of the store. Love this place! read more

Such a lovely space and the best mocha and house made whipped cream I've ever had. Great customer service, Sam is AMAZING Also it's not too loud unlike many coffee places that play the music too loud to have a conversation. read more

Longway - Mocha with almond milk and house made whipped cream - Women's Clothing Near Me - San Anselmo, California

I've been wanting to check this coffee shop out for awhile, but sadly, I picked the bad time to go. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, I called ahead to check their hours and learned that today might be the last day that they stayed open given the situation. Since the hours were super short, I only went in to get Oat milk mocha to go. The coffee shop is all the way in the back since the space is shared with Neve & Hawk Clothing Store. Loved the cute space and decor. My barista was asking a lot of questions which I would probably appreciate more if I wasn't in a rush. There wasn't any hand sanitizer by the counter but luckily I brought my own just in case. The barista made sure she washed her hands before touching anything & used paper towel to hand me the lid. I also bought a succulent cupcake that was super cute. I was told it made by someone who had competed in a Food Network show or something. Well, it was a good-looking cupcake. Too bad it was way too sweet! My mocha was okay, not great. I tried to get out as fast as possible today so I hope that in the future when I didn't feel to rush out, I can enjoy the space and drinks more. read more

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Love this addition to our town. The store is well curated. The front sitting area is the best on the block. We use to like coming for coffee too but in the last couple of months the quality has been pretty disappointing. read more

Amazing. 10/10. 1,000,000,000/1,000,000,000. The coffee shop in the back is a wonderful spot to stop by and have delicious, ethically grown coffee and local pastries. I have seen a couple people leave reviews that the coffee was over priced compared to other coffee shops in the area, which is A) not true, the prices are pretty much the same as anywhere you'd find in the area, and B) the brand they serve (Lady Falcon) is ethically sourced, and owned and run by women, so if it's "over priced" you get the quality you pay for. Everybody in the chain of supply, from the growers to the roasters to the baristas, are all paid fair liveable wages so any additional price is not something to complain about. Also, the quality of the coffee they serve is immaculate. Mochas are made with a ganache made fresh in house, whipped cream is also made fresh in house, every drink has a specific way it is prepared to meet the standard of the supplier (Lady Falcon), and on top of all of this, the beans are sourced from one of the only women owned and run coffee roasters. So if you're looking for a comforting, cozy environment to to get amazing coffee or tea along with some cool clothes, Longway is the place to go. If you're looking to get cheap, Starbucks-quality coffee, then maybe don't go to a place called "Longway" where they take the literal and metaphorical "long way" to ensure that everything they sell is ethically and locally sourced. This is a truly wonderful small business that offers nothing but the best, from their clothes to their beans to their service quality. read more

They serve Lady Falcon coffee - delish (and much better than the other nearby coffee places on this street)! Super cute inside, high quality drinks, and the front of the shop sells adorable clothes, candles, Bathing Culture products, etc. A must visit for coffee lovers in the area! read more

The coffee and tea are the most overpriced cafe items in Marin county. This cafe is a walking distance from the entry of the main clothing store, to the very rear of the shop. When you get to the end of the shop, where usually no one is present, then you know you have reached the destination. Coffee is good, at times, for at about %25 higher in price ,than any other cafe in Marin county.The service at this coffee stop ,by a couple of male baristas (oxymorons), that I've experienced,let's say. Is way Less than stellar. I'm being PC! I it must be the current, difficult hiring situation, that has effectively hurt,many of us. I have had their pour over coffee on 2 separate occasions ( their specialty ) ,both times, the coffee was not hot. Actually both times they we're lukewarm/ not worth the time or the taste or at half the price! The actual complete coffee area is no more than a 15x20ft area. Seating is a white picnic table , family style seating. Very uncomfortable and privacy is what ownership had not thought about. The atmosphere is similar to a public library. Actually. Has the similarity or vibe ,to a masoleum!! I believe that seating would be improved with used caskets , in a circle. Would be appropriate. This is a Very small area that was an after thought , when planning the coffee area . The daily Pastries are almost non existent. If you arrive after 9;30, empty pastry cubby hole. I believe on weekends the coffee area sells Johnie's doughnuts, which are . More than $5.00 per doughnut ,Pairs very well with the most expensive , overated roasted coffee beans located in the bay area, or possibly the west coast. These Doughnuts have the consistency of a super dense ,heavy bread, that has added sugar. Not my favorite. A San Rafael., 4th st tradition. There are at least 4 or more cafes in downtown,San Anselmo that should be experienced, besides this picnic table, overpriced coffee klatch. Spend your money on the bagels and coffee shop, Barton's,next door. They have better,more comfortable park benches to sit on outside. At least the bagel shop coffee is not brewed by incompetent part time, rotating ,high schoolers!!!_-----this place makes it difficult to stay, PC. read more

I was inspired to write this review because I feel like Enrique and I are talking about two different coffee shops! Maybe the coffee is slightly more expensive than Coffee Roasters or the Roastery? I affectionately refer to that style of coffee as "dad coffee," but if you want to compare prices, you should do an apples to apples comparison and look at another third wave coffee shop like MH Bread and Butter down the road. Longway's prices are the same if not less, plus you get better coffee, better service and don't have to deal with a long line. I go here almost every day and love the Lady Falcon coffee as well as their non-coffee stuff like matcha and the hibiscus cascara. It's my default place to meet friends as they have a really cute parklet, perfect for sitting outside when we're in the middle of a Covid surge like this. I also get a ton of my clothes here! They have their own brand, which I love, and they carry some of my other favorites too (Rachel Pally, Mollusk, West Perro... I'm sure there are others I'm forgetting). And lastly the people who work here are the best! I've seen a lot of baristas come and go, but they seem to do a really good job attracting kind, pleasant people. And Justine is so sweet and seems to remember everyone in town. My husband doesn't even go in as often as I do, but when he was picking up coffee and donuts on Mother's Day, she told him to tell me happy Mother's Day from her. She's the best. Oh man and I didn't even mention the Cibo pastries and Johnny Donuts on the weekend! What's not to love??? Worth every penny. read more

This is a great boutique x coffee shop situation in quaint downtown San Anselmo. I've been here a handful of times over the years and have enjoyed my visit every time. To cope with the pandemic they recently added an outdoor dining patio space, complete with some adorable string lights. Everyone who works here is super friendly and makes you feel good about yourself when you enter the store and leave - top tier quality service right there! Give this place a visit, buy your friend that you haven't seen in ages a gift, grab a coffee (I recommend the iced coffee with a dash of milk and vanilla), and enjoy some peace on the outdoor patio. You deserve it. read more

It an unassuming coffee shop in the back of a clothing shop. I'd been referenced here a few times, as having the best coffee in Marin. I decided to try them out last week. Todays my 3 time in for the latte. It's amazingly good, in my opinion. So smooth, and no need for sweetener. I always put sweetener in my coffee. Now I haven't been to every coffee shop in Marin, but I've been to a good number of them. I always have to use sweetener, it's usually to bitter and not very smooth(as is). I don't know how the rest of the drinks are, as I'm sure they're delicious as well. Once I try some more I'll change to 5 star. read more

Great store. I'm so glad places like this are finally coming to our area. Neve & Hawk is full of creative, hip and too-cool-for-school items. They have great unique screen printed t-shirts from their workshop in the back of the store and lots of other clothes made of fine fabrics and textures. Overall, they offer some nice things that are California surf inspired. The only issue I had was that the two girls working there this past Sunday (8/26/18) couldn't be bothered to leave their conversation between themselves. We were in the store for over 20 minutes and they never once said hello. Not a deal breaker obviously, just a bit unfriendly for such a cool store. read more

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A beautiful environment, with coffee to match. The drinks are made with care. If you order a mocha or hot cocoa, be prepared for a dollop of thick, homemade whip cream. You can expect a calm, clean, well-designed space, with great coffee and kind service. And finally, the music. Love the music. read more

The cutest coffee shop in San Anselmo. The coffee is amazing - everything my wife and I (recent transplants from the city) were hoping for in a cafe. The cortados are appropriately sized and the mochas are perfectly semi-sweet, made better by their freshly whipped cream. It's become a regular destination for us when we feel like taking a walk. read more

Longway - The freshly whipped cream being added to a mocha - Women's Clothing Near Me - San Anselmo, California

Amazing store and cafe! The product is unique, well made and very eco conscious. The clothing is simple and very cute. Well merchandised and maintained by the most amazing staff. They were so sweet, kind, helpful, and assertive. Absolutely the best! read more

Neve & Hawk is definitely for the creative & adventurous. I've been into their awesome space a few times since moving to the area, and each time the calm cool vibe has me wanting to stay for hours. Kris and their pup Frankenstein have always greeted our crazy little family with the warmest welcomes, and that means so much to this mama. Their goods are perfect for all the adventurers out there, or anyone who wants to support local and handmade. The Neve & Hawk clothing line is especially impressive and locally made. I was lucky enough to be able to attend their adult screen printing this past week. And it was awesome! I highly recommend signing up for their workshops. You will not only enjoy being around other creatives, you'll absolutely be inspired by the positive energy of the founders Kris and Bob. read more

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