This spot captures the Santa Cruz beach vibes. Just blocks…read morefrom Natural Bridges and the Light House surf spot the morning customers have their shorts and hooded sweaters and wet hair baptized from surfing in the waves. The service is fast and chill. The food and drinks are made with care. The seating area has shade but some of it gets the morning sun so you can warm up as you sip your coffee.

SUPER CUTE CUPS! Coffee is okay. I forgot I've been here in the past, so wanted to write a review…read moreto jog my memory in the future. They now change $0.25 for to-go cups, which I guess is a Santa Cruz ordinance. Can you imagine them doing that elsewhere? Oooooh my city would make a killing off that! Husband got his usual cold brew ($6.25 inc cup fee). No complaints except they don't fill it to the brim even if you don't want room for milk/cream. I got a tiramisu latte ($8.25 inc cup fee). I could see why they call it a tiramisu latte because of the mascarpone foam and the lady finger. It was decent, but I think I would have enjoyed a standard vanilla latte more. I also personally didn't like how the cold foam dripped down the side of the cup because it got all over my hands! As a former barista, I always made sure my drinks were clean before handing them out.

Amazing spot, the Matcha, Salted lemonade and Spring rolls were all tremendous. The staff was…read morefriendly and the vibe was comfortable. Will be back.

I am not a huge coffee drinker, but wanted to try their guava pastry. I stumbled across this place…read moreon a Sunday afternoon, where a jazz band was also playing. It was pretty busy, but they have a good amount of seating available. It was a really nice afternoon and the pastry was delicious. I loved the live music as well!

Walk up those steps. It's located inside of a shop that has multiple restaurants in it on the right…read moreside of the sushi restaurant. I wish I had read this somewhere during my mission to find this place. It took a lot of walking back and forth and definitely walked past it twice before realizing where it was. Very friendly and quick service! The price is also good! I wish the menu was a bit bigger since I didn't get what I originally came for (I looked at Yelp picture menus for items that no longer exists; that was a huge bummer).

Second time visiting this lcoation and everythingnis so bright and colorful here…read more People are friendly and service is fast. Reasonabke prices and good drinks.

Wow! Such a cute space, such reasonable prices! Grilled cheese is super tasty, and I really enjoyed…read moresitting out on pacific avenue enjoying my food. I would definitely recommend adding this spot to your coffee and brunch list!

Y'all wanna get on this! They got the best vegan food- potato tacos and the playboy sandwich is…read morephenomenal

Some of the best pour over I have had with their experimental blend! Their espresso was also really…read moresolid and pulled well. I cannot say anything better. Verve knows how to extract their beans correctly in their espresso and pour over. Absolutely would recommend. Other positives include knowledgeable and friendly staff and great ambience inside.

This coffee is so yummy We went there all three days of…read moreour stay and I have to admit I am going to miss this coffee. The first day I had a Gibraltar made with pistachio milk, and my husband had a honey cappuccino. We shared a hazelnut chocolate cake. The second day I had a cinnamon whiskey cappuccino and my husband had a honey cappuccino again Then in day three I had to have a pour over of their wilder blend experimental coffee- I can't even explain how amazing this coffee is! So fruity and full of flavor that I had to buy a bag to take home. My husband had a cinnamon whiskey latte with an added double shot and we shared a chocolate chip cookie. The service was top notch And the atmosphere was peaceful and very relaxing. Can't wait to come back for a visit

This was my first time ever at this particular coffee shop, and I was so happy I found it when I…read moredid!! I was looking for something heavier than a pastry and found out they had breakfast sandwiches and their own bagels! Score!! To my surprise, they also had specialty drinks so I had to get the Blondie latte with a plant-based milk. I asked the lady if it was sweet and she said it came with a tablespoon of brown sugar. But they could switch it and make it a teaspoon instead. Perfect! As I got my latte it was amazing!! The espresso used in the latte was actually a mild roast coffee so I really liked the flavor of it roast and it was Organic!! Win-win!! Since I'm trying to avoid dairy at the moment, I asked if I could get the lox bagel sandwich without cream cheese and replace it with avocado. The lady at the register asked another barista behind her and she said it was fine! Perfect!! You also get to pick out what type of bagel you want, so I wanted to try something different and got the sun-dried tomato and basil or something like that! The sweet flavors of the herbs in the bagel and then the juiciness of the tomato baked into the bread once simply wonderfully with my breakfast sandwich!! There's a cute little waiting area inside with at least 10 tables or seats along the breakfast bar counter and a couple of tables. There's also a very large outdoor seating area, but I was cold so I wanted to sit inside to warm up my body since I was going to go to yoga on the beach. I had only planned on eating half the bagel sandwich but honestly, it was so good when it came out. I sat there for a good 20 minutes until I ate the whole thing!! Lol so funny!! I was so stuffed I had to walk an extra mile before I could start my yoga on the beach! As I sat enjoying my breakfast sandwich, I got to overhear the two barista's talk about music!! One of the baristas allowed her device to search new genres of music while the other barista specifically looked up different genres of music she liked and then would tell her device to find music of that era. So interesting to hear their discussion!! I honestly loved everything about this quaint little coffee shop, and I will definitely be back again and again!!

Stopped here for breakfast and coffee, bagel sandwiches are soooo big! Definitely worth the $…read moreWorkers were very sweet, order came out quick! Can't wait to go back!

If you're looking for a tasty and enjoyable breakfast, we highly recommend The Walnut Café on…read moreWalnut Avenue. Easy street parking. Relaxed setting. Great staff and tasty food. We parked nearby and walked to the restaurant. Got seated promptly at a very nice table. Ordered mochas and Eggs Benedict. Mochas were rich and smooth. The Benedict's were great. Perfect hollandaise sauce. Comfortable dining experience. Good atmosphere. Courteous and attentive staff. Excellent food. Overall, a great place for breakfast.

Classic breakfast cafe. Not my personal favorite type of breakfast, but they have a great selection…read moreof Benedict's and French toast. I ordered the Florentine and it was a pretty good, classic type of breakfast dish. Potatoes in the side were cooked well. Maybe a little too much hollandaise sauce, but the eggs were cooked perfectly. The booths are very small for more than two people, so maybe opt for a table if you are coming with a group. People are very nice here and our service was great.

A fabulous coffee house attached to the Catholic Church on Westcliff. The coffee is excellent, the…read moreservice is friendly and doesn't take too long. The pastries are delicious (we loved the ginger raisin scones). It's set back from the road so it feels a little bit hidden but not so hidden that all the tables were occupied on a sunny Sunday morning. There's indoor and outdoor patio seating, next to beautiful gardens, with a gentle ocean breeze and a lovely atmosphere. Grab a coffee and enjoy the walk along the water!

Such a cool, tucked-away coffee shop. This feels like one of those hidden gems you're happy to…read morestumble upon. The location is unique, set behind a church, which gives it a quieter, slightly off-the-beaten-path feel. It's a great stop if you're walking from nearby hotels or just exploring the area. The space itself is cozy with a relaxed, peaceful vibe. There's indoor seating, and on a nice day the patio is a great option. It's not a huge shop, but there's enough seating to sit and enjoy your drink. Drinks were really well done, my favorite was Our Frother. Everything tasted balanced and thoughtfully made. The atmosphere feels calm and welcoming, perfect for a slow morning coffee. Overall, a charming little spot with great coffee and a unique setting. Definitely worth a visit if you're in Santa Cruz.

Came here not really knowing what to expect, especially being in the middle of a food mall, but it…read moreended up being a really solid find. The staff gave some great recommendations and the dandelion tea was honestly amazing, smooth, earthy, and just hit right. The vibe caught me off guard in a good way. It felt calm and intentional, not rushed or chaotic like you would expect in that kind of setting. Definitely a cool spot to slow down for a minute and try something a little different. Would come back for sure.

We had high hopes going in to this place .. visiting from LA…read more We love to try new businesses and support them as I was a small business owner myself. I know how hard it is to make it. The place is cute and a cute concept. I ordered a bubblegum smoothie and my husband ordered an acai smoothie. When I rec'd mine it was barely cold and super watery... this drink is $13 plus I left a $2 tip. I was not happy with the flavor or how soupy the drink was ... it should not have been called a smoothie. My husband liked his which was thick, creamy and cold. I went up to the two girls working there and told them I was not happy with my smoothie and if they would be able to make me something else. One girl answered yes while the other said I have to ask a manager first. They got back to me and said sorry we can't make anything else. I asked if the manager was there and again one girl said yes while the other said no. So whether or not the owner was there .. I wasn't sure. They refused to make me another drink while I left my $15 so called smoothie by the dirty dishes. I was so disappointed with how they treated me and I would visit this place with caution. So I spent $15 on no drink and sitting in a hammock. Maybe they should rethink how to treat people and how to give good customer service.

Loved my experience at The Abbey. Very serene spot off of the main road, feels quite isolated and…read morepeaceful. The coffee itself is absolutely delicious too, with a really cool, spacious indoor spot. Lots of students working, and I see why. Great coffee, great vibes, overall 10/10 experience.

Hands down my favorite coffee shop in SC. The Abbey has a relaxing vibe and is great for studying…read moreor working, the employees are nice, and the drinks are good (and I think a little less pricey than other spots in town). A lot of spots in town seem a bit hostile to students who want to study there, offering no outlets, bathrooms, or limited seating. The Abbey stands out because it invites students with all of these things, and is the perfect work spot. They even have a free pancake dinner for students working there during finals week at the end of fall term! Highly recommend the honey badger latte and the matcha sparkler, and the clear stand out for food is the avocado toast (again, best in town!).