Yumm salted caramel latte and hot chocolate for my 7 year Nice staff Clean Patio seating to relax read more

* ** What's appealing about this spot? - The town is appealing - it is reasonably accessible from the nearby road - Huge tree in the adjacent, open field ******** - Staff seemed quite miserable - Scone was simply the worst "cardboard tasting"scone ever - Tiny drip coffee portion with that "burnt" flavor featured (light roast) - Signature, yelling of customer names (multiple times) to create that special relaxing environment we all look for on a Saturday morning. *********** Icky ... yeah, that's how I'd describe my (second) visit. Consistently unpleasant and uninspired operation - both times. Summary: A high demand location, delivering a mediocre product, for a premium price, with lotsa yelling people's names .... in the most annoying fashion. Photos? Really? It's that bad. Suggest you dig-a-little deeper in Carpenteria, you can do better. read more

Lucky Llama Coffee - Acai Bowls Near Me - Carpinteria, California

My daughter and I stopped by Lucky Llama Coffee House and had a great experience. The avocado toast was super good--fresh, flavorfu. The açaí bowl was refreshing and delicious, and the coffee was excellent--smooth and well-made. Perfect spot for a healthy breakfast or a relaxed coffee break. read more

Lucky Llama Coffee - Avocado toast, açaí bowl, chocolate chip croissant - Acai Bowls Near Me - Carpinteria, California

I came to Lucky Llama because I heard they have a great açaí bowl. I ordered the Jupiter Bowl. I asked for no coconut and almond, and swapped it out for granola (not pictured). The açaí blend was very smooth. The peanut butter coconut oil drizzle tasted good, although it turned into a hard shell on the frozen açaí. The portion size was big and very filling! The staff were so friendly and happy to help the customers. There is both indoor and outdoor seating. read more

Lucky Llama Coffee - Jupiter Bowl - Acai Bowls Near Me - Carpinteria, California

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You can say a tree lead me to discover Lucky Llama Coffee in Carpinteria, CA. The tree in particular is the largest Torrey Pine tree in the world. That beauty is roughly 125 feet tall and girthy at 20.5 inch circumference. As I was soaking in the shower but of the majestic marvel, I noticed Lucky Llama Coffee. The building is set a bit back from the tree. And luvin the stinky cute name and signage. The next morning, I dropped on in to Lucky Llama. The interior is tiny. The seating is mainly the outside patio. The line was out the door but it moved quickly. I ordered a Mayan mocha made with oat milk. Delicious. Ohhh it was smooth and creamy. Chocolatey but not candy bar chocolate tasting, more like quality cocoa. I sat outside and leisurely enjoyed my mocha. Again admiring the Torrey pine tree from afar. The patio had chill, relaxed vibes. It's dog friendly as well. The menu also includes acai bowls, bagels, muffins, avocado toast, bagel sandwiches, croissants, cinnamon roll, and cookies. They baked goods were all gorgeous looking and sitting pretty behind the glass counter. Open daily from 6:30 am-2:30pm. read more

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I came to find this place through a Pinterest search. I came to visit Carpinteria beach for the day & was recommended this spot. The spot is cute & warm. There is ample parking in their lot or the street. There is also indoor & outdoor seating. I ordered the special llama bagel which was 10/10 & the iced Mayan mocha latte. The staff were friendly & open to questions. I recommend this spot to have a quick bite or for a spot to catch up with friends/family. I also loved how everyone would be waking their doggies & having them in the patio. read more

Lucky Llama Coffee - Llama bagel with iced Mayan mocha latte in the outdoor seating - Acai Bowls Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Cute coffee shop in Carpenteria. I got an iced Mexican mocha which has a hint that f cinnamon in it....it was just what I needed. I would recommend it if you're looking for a little sweetened iced latte. Their cup designs are very cute with a llama on it. I also got a bagel with cream cheese. The bagels looked so fluffy I had to get one :-) staff was nice and they sell merch in there like shirts, stickers and beanies. My SIL was looking for a matcha drink with coconut milk and they had that so nice to see different options! read more

Lucky Llama Coffee - Acai Bowls Near Me - Carpinteria, California

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Super cute coffee spot that we enjoy going to every time we camp in Carpinteria. There are açai bowls take a while on a busy day, but are worth the wait. And their Mayan coffee is really really good. The only thing I wish they had was better options for cold brews with cold foam etc, but other than that great quality coffee. read more

Lucky Llama Coffee - Mayan Coffee - Acai Bowls Near Me - Carpinteria, California

I stopped in Carpenteria for a quick road trip coffee break; I had planned to go to a different place but it looked so warm and welcoming (and my trip to Peru was a highlight of my life) that I decided to check it out. The establishment is nestled under a historic tree from the 1800s next to what looked like a local boutique. Local families with kids of all ages were enjoying the beautiful Saturday afternoon, as were cyclists and single people. The service was great and the server told me the gluten free cinnamon buns were good. For gluten free, "good" is an understatement. I've tried as many gf cinnamon buns as possible (which is still too few in my opinion) and these are the best ever. They warmed it up for me and the consistency was soft and creamy, not hard like I expected. I saved half for later and even when it cooled down, it was still soft! I tried their specialty, the Mayan mocha and it did not disappoint. The coffee is good quality, as is the chocolate they used. Overall, this coffee shop combines good, gluten-free friendly products with a charming atmosphere. I will definitely bring my friends who enjoy good coffee. read more

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Really cute coffee/brunch shop with a cute little store next door. There's very limited parking (but we parked at a nearby center and walked here). They are dog friendly with tables outside (dogs not allowed inside when ordering). The Iced Mayan Mocha here was really good! It was a little sweet with a nice roasty flavor. The coffee taste was not strong so it was perfect for non-coffee drinkers like me. I got the moon bowl and and it was delicious. I'm not sure what granola they use but it had this saltiness to it that made it SO addicting to eat. read more

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The food is amazing. The service was quick and helpful. Ambience was very welcoming and calm. Highly do recommend. read more

Lucky Llama Coffee - The moon bowl was açai granola, peanut butter, strawberries, and banana - Acai Bowls Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Heard this was the locals fav spot for coffee so had to check it out. There was a line on a recent Sunday morning which was expected. Grabbed a table in back with our dog as the g/f waited to place our order. Cafe Latte was very good and arrived nice and hot. When our Avocado Toast came, it was covered in lemon pepper and salt -- way too much and hard to remove as it was on the tomato and avocado. Would have returned it but didn't want to wait for another one to come out as it took awhile. The piece of toast was rather small for 11 bucks so may try a grain bowl or bagel next time. Atmosphere was lovely next to a very old and large tree. read more

Lucky Llama Coffee - Dog friendly patio - Acai Bowls Near Me - Carpinteria, California

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Great! Lucky Llama was our go-to café when in Carpinteria. Their breakfast bagel is so good and you can't go wrong with any beverage.

I've been here twice now. They don't disappoint. Cute place! Plenty of parking, and good stock of merch and coffee accessories. read more

Lucky Llama Coffee - Acai Bowls Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Great spot. The coffees are always great. The Moon Bowl is my go to. It does get pretty busy though

Such a classic carp place! Might be the cheapest coffee in town now with Starbucks prices going through the roof and obviously tastes way better. We enjoyed our hot latte, our drips, and our pastries, and our Açaí bowls. Staff is always friendly and fast depending on how long the line is. The outside seating is always delightful to enjoy the beach weather, and the hippy vibe is great. read more

Decent coffee. Service just rude and rushed today for no reason. It's not like they were busy~ just rude. Barista made a mistake and basically gave the customer stink eye. It was clearly her fault, but she just punished the poor guy for breathing and not wanting to drink her mistake. Trying the coffee place on the main drag this weekend. Rude. read more

Such great bagels and good covered outside seating. I like that they also have gluten free options. I had mine with tomato, avocado and lemon pepper it was perfect. My husband added cream cheese to his and enjoyed it. Didn't get to try the coffee but it seemed popular as everyone around us had one! read more

Pretty cozy place it looks like the kind of place people go just to be able to hang out I got a chai latte and a bagel and over all it was pretty yummy I'd definitely come back again it was super quiet and quick. read more

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Lucky Llama is the definition of good vibes + great coffee. The honey lavender latte tastes like sunshine in a cup, and their açai bowls are basically edible happiness. The avocado toast? Let's just say I'd fight a seagull for it. The patio under the big tree is where laptops, leashes, and lazy mornings all happily coexist. Staff is always friendly, service is quick, and the whole place feels like a hug in café form. If Carp had a heartbeat, it might just be Lucky Llama. read more

Love the coffee, love the people! Had an amazing time sitting outside with my friend and my dog, so in bliss with the beautiful day that I absentmindedly left my wallet there at the shop. Drove all the way back up from Ojai the next morning and they had it there waiting for me. That release from worrying it had been stolen, an awesome homemade pastry, and the most amazing coffee in town made for another beautiful California afternoon. I love the place! read more

Had vanilla yogurt bowls twice with 99% granola and very little yogurt. Don't know it until I eat it later at work

Pretty good coffee with a really great service. Also a great vibe. Love the merch set up they got going on also! Really cool little spot!

The moon bowl is my favorite go to thing at luckily lama. I was getting it every week for about two months. The service is very nice and helpful. The ambiance is casual and what you would expect from a small town coffee shop. read more

Trendy busy coffee shop in downtown Carp. Besides coffee, they serve huge Acai bowls, pastries, avocado toast and oatmeal. There are some tables and bar seating inside. Outside is a deck with a few tables with umbrellas and then some more tables under a shade covering. I recommend sitting outside to enjoy the fresh air and cool weather. I ordered a hot chai latte and a toasted jalapeño cheddar bagel with cream cheese. The bagel was airy, light, some crispy crust with a great chew. Honestly one of the best coffee shop bagels I have had. The chai was pretty standard in comparison with most. Maybe just not as strong of a chai flavor that I am used to. Parking is a pain. There are 3 street parking spots and then a dirt parking lot behind the shop with limited parking. We saw people pile up in the parking and park in-front of a sign that said "do not park". We went around a few times and saw a street parking spot open. The biggest pain was actually leaving the parking spot. A woman saw I was trying to leave and pulled in front to back up into my spot (before I vacated it) and waved for me to go around her but I could not because of oncoming traffic in the other lane. This went on for about 3 min until I had no choice but to go in the lane against oncoming traffic because she was not going to move until I did. read more

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Calm coffee shop vibes - I like the wood and tile accenting and the local art for sale on the walls. There was jazz playing in the background, so it would be a good place to chat and catch up with people. I sat indoors since it's been rainy lately, but they have 2 outdoor seating areas, one where there is a llama. The baristas are super friendly and polite - one of them complimented me on my earrings as soon as I came in, and they did some nice latte art. I ordered a lavender latte, but the lavender flavor wasn't very strong. The espresso itself though was good and not too bitter. I'd come back but I'd try something different. read more

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This local coffee shop/cafe has a lot of offerings, but I'm going to only talk about the açaí bowl I got. I ordered the moon bowl (blended açaí, peanut butter, strawberries, granola and I switched out the banana for blueberries). If you don't want banana blended into the açaí base, they can take it out for you, like they did for me. Very kind and accommodating. I find that the banana flavor can be overpowering, so always ask to leave it out. This thing was MASSIVE. And so fresh and delicious. I think I may have gotten 3 meals out of it. They have indoor and outdoor seating and the vibe is very relaxed and invites you stay for a while. Cannot wait to try their coffee, teas, bagels, and overnight oats! read more

Lucky Llama Coffee - Moon bowl (sub blueberries for banana). HUGE and delicious! - Acai Bowls Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Cute coffee shop! I loved the theme and general layout. Very busy place as it is a popular spot! The vegan and vegetarian options are great. And they only charge 75 cents for dairy free milk options which is lower than most places do! It's environmentally friendly and there are no straws available. Service was handling the busy atmosphere well. Bathroom needed to be cleaned but it was really busy so I don't fault the staff for not getting to it fast enough. read more

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The best acai bowl on the Central Coast! I usually get the mango bowl and add blueberries. It's very filling and perfectly refreshing on a warm day! read more

The food has multiple Gluten free and vegan options. Chias seed pudding was so delicious. All loose leaf teas! Love it. read more

Alway love stopping here. Nice little spot. Got my usual this morning, coffee and oatmeal. Oatmeal was cold. Kinda bummed me out. They had like 5 girls working that seemed more interested in socializing than taking care of business. Do better! The Lama deserves it read more

Great coffee, exceptional merch, super friendly staff, comfy environment, right on Carpinteria Ave! read more

Lucky Llama Coffee - Iced mocha and a new hat! - Acai Bowls Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Good coffee and nice patio. My only gripe is the hours. We used to stop here when traveling through Carp and it was open until 5/6? Now they close at 2:30. Too early!!! read more

If you want to wait 40min for your açaí bowl then this is the place! After waiting for 36min we asked for our order and the woman seemed annoyed by it. I asked if it usually takes this long and she said, "yes, when we are busy". She didn't look at me, and continue doing what she was doing. She didn't check with the kitchen as she said she was going to do. We had to ask again but this time someone else and then the order was brought out. read more

They forgot my bagel sandwich and when I asked they went to my table and where checking to see if they delivered it after I already told them I never received it,I didn't like the way they made me feel but nevertheless the bagel sandwich and coffee where good read more

Love this cute little coffee place. Definitely had some hipster/beachy vibes as far as the clientele. I loved the outdoor seating & just the whole llama thing really. Coffee, matcha, & pastries were very good. So glad we stopped here on our roadtrip. read more

Lucky Llama Coffee - Baristas - Acai Bowls Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Excellent coffee. The service and suggestions were amazing. The ambiance is wonderful, and i hung out outside since seating is limited inside. Got some merch too, great quality stuff. This is my favorite place to stop at in Carpenteria. read more

Lucky Llama Coffee - Matcha, latte and Americano - Acai Bowls Near Me - Carpinteria, California

My "home away from home" coffee shop. I work on a recurring basis in Carpinteria. My very first time working for this client I went in search of a coffee shop and there shining like a beacon was Lucky Llama. Over a year later I still go to the Llama whenever I work here. My go to is just a basic oat latte which they do an excellent job with (smooth, never burnt tasting). The baked goods are fresh and yummy. I'm partial to the olive oil cake . And I'm not a huge açaí fan but they are famous for them and the one time I did get one it was quite good. Sidenote: the location is gorgeous. They have indoor and outdoor seating and if it's a lovely day take advantage and hit outside in the shade of the historic sequoia tree. read more

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This is a cute coffee shop next to Teddys by the Sea in downtown Carpinteria. The decor is cute and the coffee is reasonably priced. They were accommodating in putting my large latte in two cups. read more

This cute little spot is a gem. I came here early in the morning on a weekend, and of course, it had a lot of business. The avocado toast was what I ordered, and it was scrumptious!! My fav definitely! My husband ordered the acaii bowl, which was very filling. It was great to get some fresh air and sit in the patio area rather than inside. If you're in town, come check this little place out. It won't disappoint! read more

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