The Boy & The Bear is a popular local coffee shop in Redondo Beach (just across from Eat at Joe's)…read morewith local customers often bringing their kids or dogs. Oddly enough their logo reminds me of the logo from Boba Guys. The shop was originally rebranded from The Fika Company and this Redondo Beach location is the flagship store. The Boy & The Bear places a strong emphasis on store design and each location is named after a different color as this one is called the Black Store. Currently, they have multiple locations in Los Angeles (Redondo Beach, Culver City, Westchester, Pasadena, Sherman Oaks, and Gardena) with new shops opening in South Pasadena (Summer 2026) and Little Italy in San Diego (Summer 2026). [Parking]: Metered parking on N Francisca Ave. Otherwise visitors will need to circle around for local street parking. [Atmosphere]: Spacious indoor seating (about five tables) and a bar table & 5-6 small outdoor bench tables and additional cozy outdoor seating. [Menu]: A straightforward coffee menu with only three syrup flavors: mocha, vanilla, and caramel. They also offer teas and various croissants. *** Vanilla latte (to-go & hot - $7.50): No latte art - just a simple hot vanilla latte. It was a solid latte with the right amount of sweetness. *** A nice coffee shop in the South Bay with a good first-date vibe and above-average drinks, but beware of the parking situation.

I ordered vanilla latte and the espresso shot tasted really good…read more The almond yuzu croissant was also extremely delicious and well done I love the atmosphere inside - very relaxing

From the outside, this takeout coffee roaster looks like just a nondescript door in a nondescript…read moremini-mall, but step inside for warm welcoming vibes that will cheer up a gray morning. They make a decent cup of hot brewed coffee. I take my coffee black and it is a good accompaniment to their avocado toast. The avocado toast is delightfully fancy and filling, but last time it was too salty - I wonder if I can ask for "no salt" next time. I have previously enjoyed the scones from the pastry case - it's supplied daily by a bakery, so go early for those because sometimes they run out. There are some standard flavors/sources of coffee beans, but they also mix it up by featuring different ones. You can buy a bag of beans that they can grind for you according to the way you brew your coffee at home. Note that they don't have decaf beans if you want that. Plenty of parking but just a few stools to sit inside, I usually just order to go. They will answer all your questions and give you recommendations. Due to a couple of nits I would score 4.5 but rounding up to 5 for the positive experiences I've had over a few years.

Dynamite coffee choices, great energy and efficiency by Ivana and Mia today. Shop was busy, but…read morethey were knocking out the orders and being pleasant to each customer! Love the place, just wish it was bigger and had the space to offer more seating The pastry's are delicious as well

Came on Sunday morning and I knew it was going to be busy. There wasn't a line, but there were a…read morelot of people inside and it seemed a large group had just placed an order right before. When you walk in, you order to the left and there's quite a bit of seating inside, but they were all taken. Service was fine and my drink was good.

This place has great ambiance, even played lofi synthwave for music which I don't think I've ever…read moreencountered in the wild. Employees are attentive and welcoming. The chai latte I ordered tasted great, if a bit sweet, I'll ask if I can adjust that should I come back. The 2 pastries I ordered were just okay, but each cost more than the drink I ordered. I would just stick to the coffee and teas IMHO. If vibes and customer service is more important to you, than this place is right up your alley. Might stop by again just for a latte, but little else.

Wow that is some fresh coffee! I've been using Haya's medium roasts in my morning espresso routine…read morewhich has produced really tasty shots with great crema. I usually have at least two bags stocked at all times. I also really respect that Haya has kept the prices very reasonable given the economic climate and I really appreciate it. I hope to one day see a light roast. Keep up the great work! Bottom Line: I'm a regular!

The good: I discovered Haya Coffee at a farmer's market in…read moreRedondo Beach but ran into them again at Wilson Park's farmer's market. I had an espresso tonic that tasted great. I usually don't like these spritzer coffee drinks but the coffee base was really nice and smooth. I liked it so much that I came back and bought some grounds as a birthday gift for my brother! You can buy their grounds online as well. The prices are fair. The menu is simple and straight forward. The bad: They're only located in farmer's market. They should open a store front! The interesting: There was a sign that explained what Haya meant (sorry, forgot what it was), but at the time, my Japanese nanny said that Haya didn't mean that in Japanese.

I'm always on the hunt for a quality coffee spot near work, so I found Meravalley Coffee Roasters…read moreon a quick Gmaps search after lunch on a Wednesday. Meravalley was close by, and based on the small number of reviews, it looks relatively new or very lowkey. I brought my coworker, who was impressed by their vintage grinders, roasters, and other coffee making equipment. I liked that the menu had pictures, so I quickly settled on trying the caramel cream latte and asked for oatmilk. The drink was pretty large, so the ~$8 price wasn't too bad. What I really liked was the rich coffee flavor, the subtle caramel flavor, and, despite the mountain of whipped cream, there wasn't too much sweetness in the drink. It was quite good. I'll need to try it again to see consistency and variety for a fair rating. Overall would like to see what others think.

We ordered the steak bagel and unfortunately it was a very disappointing experience. The meat was…read moreundercooked, looked grayish, and the whole bagel was soggy. There was also what looked like the tough end of lettuce or cabbage placed inside, which made it even more unappetizing. We ended up returning the entire bagel. Service was also slow, even though there was only one person inside, and we waited for quite a while. Overall, this was not a good experience. I hope they take the feedback seriously because the quality and service could definitely be improved.

I want to give an updated review on my favorite coffee shop in Torrance. The baristas here are very…read morefriendly. While the venue is small, they make use of the space by providing narrow seating, lthree outlets, a bathroom, and a shelf dedicated to coffee and merchandise. Since I go frequently, I want to first and foremost, recommend the avocado toast and the egg salad toast. Both are fresh and delicious. The only thing I would not recommend are the pastries. I find that they are either too sweet or sometimes they taste like baking soda. For the drinks: - lychee matcha serenade - this is part of their spring menu. I love the subtle taste of lychee. It's not overpowering, and the match is delicious as well. - lavender latte - they use clover Sonoma organic milk, which in my opinion is the best milk to make a latte. and the lavender is not overwhelmingly sweet. - strawberry matcha - I can't remember if they make this in the form of an einspanner - but the Matcha quality is very good and coupled with the strawberries makes it a sweet drink. - horchata latte - thus one is more on the sweeter side (this one ask for 1/2 sweet) overall, I really like going here and I'll probably be there again next week

Stopped in to get some coffee while on a work outing. I decided to try the following…read more The horchata latte is amazing! This is perfection. 5/5 stars I'm super picky with horchata and the flavor of homemade vs powder versions. I only prefer creamy homemade horchata. This is the first hot horchata I liked. The breakfast sandwich. Unfortunately the sandwich wasn't warmed fully all the way through. It was cold I. The center. The flavor is good. The biscuit is very delicious. So based on preparation only I have to give it a 3.5/5 stars I will be back one day.

Found this amazing local coffee shop in Wilmington, and I'm so glad I stopped by. When you first…read morepull into the little plaza next to Food 4 Less, it may not look like much, but this spot is definitely worth checking out. Parking in the plaza can be a little tight, but you can also park right across the small street by Food 4 Less, which makes it easy. Inside, the shop is cozy, clean, air conditioned, and has comfortable seating -- perfect for grabbing a drink, relaxing, or getting a little work done. They also carry pastries from Homeboy Industries, which is such a great touch, and the drinks were delicious. Overall, this is a cool little local gem with good vibes, good coffee, and a welcoming feel. All the baristas were warm, friendly and welcoming . Definitely a place I'd come back to again.

Love love this coffee shop ! It's really a gem ! The outside is very off putting and the parking…read morecan get packed ! The espresso is on point , I usually get my coffee with no sweetener so I love coffee shops that have good coffee beans , I have yet try their food but I will soon !! The staff is always so nice , I feel I only been here a couple times but a barista remembered my order already ! The space is big too ! They have spaces for solo or groups , little privacy as well and books and games in one corner ! Must check out door coffee lovers

3/24/26 Long overdue review! (Check my photos dates)-Attended the grand Opening & everything! Great…read moreFilipino-owned coffee shop in Carson, Ca (it might as well be Filipino town ) beans mostly sourced out of the Philippine farmers highlighting one of its wonderful natural resources: COFFEE. Check out "Barako"-known to the people of Pampanga as a "strong, robust cup of kape", at least my mom & dad would say over & over as we were growing up. This shop is spacious, clean, modern , formerly occupied by another coffee shop, Greendoor. TCC features Filipino coffee culture, supporting the hardworking Filipino farmers. The beans are roasted in-house, its humble beginnings of roasting in the proprietor's (Ron Dizon) garage. Barako is the inspiration, Liberia cultivar. My parents would often reminisce that it is the best coffee they've ever tasted, drinking it black. Teofilo was the patriarchal namesake, Ron's maternal grandfather. His very strong work ethic was embedded into the fabric of this coffee shop. Proud Filipino culture in every cup. The space faces the Carson Civic Center with ample, free parking. One can easily spend some time at their comfortable indoor & outdoor seating. High ceiling, modern music playing in the background, it's an ideal place to hang out do some work or just chill and enjoy a cup of kape. Staff are amiable & helpful Whether you enjoy your coffee black, hot or cold, this shop offers innovative flavors for beverages that are Filipino- inspired &/or pair it with baked goods (sourcing local bakers like Gemmae Bakery), it's worth trying. Plus, it helps support the small business owner & the Philippines coffee farmers. Come & check em out--see their IG page: @teofilocoffeecompany The branch in LONG BEACH is on its soft opening tomorrow 3/25/26 7am to 12 noon CONGRATS! MABUHAY

Teofilo Coffee Company is a new Filipino coffee shop located in Carson and this spot used to be…read moreGREENDOOR Powered by Intelligentsia. They specialize in serving coffee sourced from the Philippines. Teofilo Coffee Company recently opened a second location in Long Beach. [Parking]: There's a designated parking garage, but it was surprisingly packed on Sunday morning and I barely found an available spot at 10 AM on Sunday. [Atmosphere and amenities]: This is quite a popular coffee shop, but there were only two employees working so expect to wait a bit even if you order drip coffee. Ask the cashier to print the receipt as the Wi-Fi password is listed on it. The cafe is very spacious and plays modern background music. There is also a small section of the cafe called the Tayo Na Library with books for kids to read. [Menu]: According to the sign, the best sellers are the halo-halo latte, turon latte, shaken bibingka latte, and ube matcha - so basically dessert-style lattes. They use the Aeropress to make the single origin coffee. *** Shaken Bibingka Latte (hot - $7.50): Not overly sweet with hints of coconut and a caramel aftertaste - good smooth finish. *** This is a solid coffee shop for anyone who is open to try latte flavors with a different twist.

Ambiance: it's a small corner coffee shop located near the manhattan beach pier, limited seating,…read moreand it's a bit chaotic inside, disorganized lines for orders and pickups Service: it's early during the day, but they ran out of two items I actually wanted to order on their menu, the water bucket was empty and never got refilled even after I acknowledged the staff Drink: regular and special coffee and matcha drinks Mocha - *** overpriced bland latte Price: generally pricey for the mediocre quality, fair for the location, expect medium size cups cost $5+ for drip coffee and $8+ for latte

Banger !!! The breakfast sandwich with the Portuguese bun was next level. Perfection in carbs…read more Great service, coffee was a little too milky so they gave me an extra shot on the house. So nice of them. Go here you won't be disappointed

Amazing atmosphere and customer service! My sandwich was so big and good! I had to save half of it…read more I couldn't believe how much avocado was in it. My beer was also amazing! Good people good vibes I can't wait to go back.

My friend and I stopped by because we heard good things about the fresh deli sandwiches they make…read more The location is pretty spacious as it has seating indoor and outdoor. They have a bar inside so you can sample and order some of their brews. The staff were helpful and nice and accommodating for a first time visitor I ordered the chicken club with chicken, Swiss on sweet wheat bread. The sandwich comes with turkey, lettuce, tomato, bacon and mayo. You're able to customize and modify anything you like. The sandwich was fresh, flavorful and filling. All in all I can't wait to return to Order it again and this time try some of their brews!