I've been to Saba Surf a couple times now for their coffee and the biscuits in the back from Pa's. I don't surf but do frequent Venice and love the surfing vibes here! It's a fun shop with some coffees, matchas, and just overall good vibes. Staff is always friendly and there is seating inside, as well as in their super chill backyard area. I'm always happy with the drinks and vibes when I go here! Highly recommended! read more

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Super chill vibe here, as you might imagine. There are boards to check out, a Photo Booth, some artisan crafts and Saba merch, too. The space is divided between the cafe and the board shop, though the cafe gently spills over to the shop without an issue. I've had the coffee there a couple times. To go and 'for here'. Each way brightened my day. The coffee was straightforward, strong and flavorful to my taste. They also have matcha drinks. There were a number of pastry options, too. I tried the chocolate banana bread once and it was super moist. A bit intense in flavor, but that only meant I had to eat it more slowly than I otherwise would. Saba Surf is a comfortable place with tables and chairs, couches and even a counter top to gather yourself. read more

Saba Surf - From Cafe POV into Surf Shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Was not expecting this. I think I found my new favorite coffee spot on the west side (or even maybe in all of LA?)! Full stop: the coffee was actually my favorite part of the cafe. That almost never happens, at least for me. I had an iced oat latte with an extra shot so really got to taste their espresso and it was perfect - not too acidic and just the right amount of sweetness. Next, they have an outdoor space that's super dog friendly. YAY! Staff is super down to earth and personable. I ended up buying the banana bread and it was delicious. Rich, moist, and a generous size for a single slice. (Can be split between /for two!) I also liked the crowd. Seemed like a good mix of everything from young professionals, to surfers, to the corporate crowd looking to decompress. read more

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Saba Surf is a fun laid back vibe in Venice with couches and a cute backyard area where you can have an ice bath if you choose. We hung out in the back talking for a couple hours and relaxing in a comfortable overcast day. They have polaroids of dogs who have visited! And the heart in the coffee was cute! Check it out Yelpers next time in Venice CA! read more

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I was disappointed with my experience. My coffee was served cold, and when I politely asked if it could be remade, I was told that it "wasn't their problem." I then asked for a refund instead, and rather than trying to resolve the situation, I was told I had to leave the premises. I wasn't expecting anything unreasonable--just a hot coffee or a refund for a drink that wasn't served as expected. The lack of customer service and professionalism was very disappointing. read more

Not having too much expectation on my first visit as I was thinking it was just a 'lifestyle cafe', being a surf-themed shop, I was surprised that they did serve pretty decent coffee with creative menu twist. Also I was impressed how the place really looked like a community spot with the barista knew tons of the guests and was very friendly. The place was also giving chill cool vibes with open patio at the back and plenty of seats at the indoor space. I got to try one of their special latte, which I completely forget the name, but if memory served me right serving something with salted maple. They also seemed to be quite popular with their coconut water latte and cream tops! read more

Saba Surf - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This coffee shop is so awesome, personal opinions should not be mixed with this establishment because this coffee is SO FIRE. The salted date syrup latte w salted vanilla cold foam is insane. Staff is also so nice. read more

Great surf-themed cafe! It's a cool vibe! I went yesterday around 2:30pm, and it was a little busy. I got the iced cappuccino with vanilla cold foam, which was great and not too sweet. read more

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Amazing coffee! The service was great and we will definitely be back. Couldn't recommend more!

OUR FAVORITE COFFEE SHOP! Feels like home Staff is incredibly friendly, drinks are amazing, vibe is immaculate! Plus puppy friendly! Would give more stars if I could read more

The owner is extremely rude, I will never be returning. If that's who owns the place - I recommend nobody supporting!

Ordered a cold brew with cold foam and it straight up never came out. Had to go up and ask after 20 minutes and when I got it was so bad, lowkey undrinkable. The vanilla sea salt cold foam was like drinking sea water it was so salty. This place is gimmicky and you can easily get better coffee in the area. read more

Coffee was so gross and I found a hair in my croissant!! So gross I will never come here again. Over priced too!

Great vibes! Loved the shop and the back patio area! Very family friendly, and great coffee to boot! read more

I have always passed this place and just thought it was a surf shop so I didn't think much of it. However recently I've had a hobby of discovering new local coffee places and this place was recommended. I took a chance and tried it out and man, it looks pretty cool. Gives a laid back surf shop\coffee shop vibe. Definitely fits the Venice/Mar vista vibe. Also the place is really dog friendly and it has a back section outside for people to chill with their dogs and enjoy their beverage. Lastly, the coffee. Went for an ice vanilla latte with cold foam and it was delicious!, only complaint was I wish they did bigger than a 12oz. For sure a good place and definitely will be coming here more often. Solid place read more

Super friendly folks ready to take your coffee order! But it's not just a coffee shop, it's also a surf shop, with a backyard and chill indoor to work, catch up with friends or to go solo and read. Also a place for pop-ups, is how I found this place. There was a sunscreen brand popup. read more

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horrible service was very aggressive and rude and gross i saw multiple bugs everywhere

Dear Yelp Community, Visited for the first time this week. The exterior shop front is humble, and inside is spacious and fun (indoor and outdoor); there is also a wellness club outside in the back. Nice ambiance with the surf boards and products to purchase. I relaxed in the backyard with my hot chai. I was happy. Enjoy, and well wishes. Sincerely, Anna read more

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the quality of coffee was so good! loved the vanilla latte and the salted date latte was great too. good amount of seating and friendly staff! read more

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took forever for the most over priced mid coffee. owner was rude and vibes were very off. don't waste your time here

amazing service and the sweetest team members best coffee ever!!! theyve created an amazing community over here in mar vista. they love their owner too, gal. he seems like the best !! super supportive crew read more

Cafe on Venice across from Bluey's near Venice high school. It's 80% cafe and 20% surf shop with random clothing and hats. Chill atmosphere. Standard coffee options that are well made. A few pastries but nothing elaborate. No other food options. Service is always friendly and positive. For work, WiFi is fine and the music is not too loud. Inside is pretty comfortable although seating is limited if you want to work. Venice high kids can take over from time to time during their breaks. Parking on the street is metered or find a spot in the neighborhood and walk a bit. read more

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Friendly staff and delicious espresso! Also cute inside/on the patio. I will def return!

Love this local coffee shop. Service was amazing and ambience is chill with plenty of comfortable seats. Pets friendly with cute doggie Polaroids. read more

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Fire matcha! Lovely staff! Great vibe inside and have a cute outdoor moment. Great for working or hanging and catching up!

Got an Americano and wasn't impressed. The roast was on the darker side and flavors felt muddled. This isn't the place for a coffee enthusiast so maybe it is geared more towards surfers who just want to maybe shop, hang out and study in a spacious environment. There are tables indoors and outdoors (behind the shop) and decent neighborhood street parking. read more

Favourite coffee spot on the westside - the nicest people, community vibe, amazing service with excellent coffee. The space is intimate and cosy yet plenty of room to work and relax - great back patio where they host events and now have ice pass sauna / cold plunge. In a neighbourhood with a lot of coffee options I would choose to come here every day! read more

Such a cute place and conveniently located for my busy high school student. They love a little slow but understandably since they handcraft their beverages. The drinks are delicious and the staff is super cool and friendly. Procès are good/ average. It's a little cold inside and dark. No outdoor seating, but overall cool spot with cool vibes. read more

Saba Surf - Matcha! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place has been such a perfect new addition to the neighborhood. The surf/coffee shop combo has a fun energy to it, enhanced by the variety of cool events and pop-ups they host every week. All of the drinks I have tried have been excellent, and the variety of indoor and outdoor seating offers an enjoyable place to hang out for a while. I believe you get a discount on your drink if you bring your own mug. There is a solid community feeling here, and they have really proved that with their donation efforts for those affected by the fires. read more

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It is a rare find to walk into a coffee shop and immediately feel a sense of true tranquility. Saba Surf Cafe has created an effortlessly cool atmosphere, perfectly blending their unique surf products with a space that feels like a genuine escape from the daily grind. Beyond the vibe, their menu is standout--the coffee and unique signature drinks are absolutely delicious and clearly crafted with care. However, what truly sets Saba apart isn't just the aesthetic or the caffeine--it's the culture of the people behind the counter. I've never experienced a shop where the staff makes such a conscious effort to build a welcoming community. You don't have to know everyone to feel like you belong here, but the team is so incredible that you can't help but learn their names. A massive shout-out to Hanna, Lili, Pat, Mac, Mat, Ava, and Jaime. They are all wonderful, and their energy is the heartbeat of the shop. If you're in the area and looking for a top-tier environment and an even better "brew", I can't recommend them enough! read more

From the moment I walked in, it was a very chill ambience, some people were working on their laptops and others just chatting! I ordered the San Clemente which was delicious! The barista was so sweet and the seating was comfortable. I will definitely be back. read more

Saba Surf - Surf shop on one side and coffee seating on the other. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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(@winnieadamsonfoodratings on tiktok). The sweet cream on this latte was amazing I could eat it by the spoonful. Quality coffee and the most beautiful collection of baristas I've seen. They were so friendly and SO good looking, and the merch is really cute. The vibes in there are top tier and you can tell the people there love their job. Forgot to make a food review video on this one but it was amazing and I'll have to return. read more

Nice place if you have an unlimited time to wait for a drink. The service is very very slow. The cashier was having a full blown conversation with the customer in front of me as I was waiting to order. From the time I entered, I kid you not it took 20 minutes to get 1 drink. I've tried this place a few times but customer service is WAY too laid slow. 0 sense of urgency. read more

Chill vibes ! Loved that they are both a coffee shop as well as a surf shop that regularly hosts other small businesses such as pop up restaurants and makers / craft sellers ! read more

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Worst cold brew and matcha ever had. Cold brew tasted like water with a hint of coffee. Matcha had a grainy bitter consistency and taste. $15 for two small watercup type drinks. Over rated read more

Saba Surf - Matcha and cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Cool spot with inside area and back patio. I tried two seasonal lattes and they were great. Carrot latte with cream cheese foam and barista made me Pumpkin Latte. read more

Saba Surf - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Is there a better place than Saba? I think not! This is the perfect coffee shop. Excellent coffee and drinks. Great pastries. Fantastic baristas who are all the chillest people on the planet. Dog friendly. Immaculate vibes! I LOVE THIS PLACE! read more

Got food poisoning here :/ I grabbed a chai and banana bread. I think it was in the banana bread. The place is cool and the staff seemed friendly. read more

Good vibes. I got a dirty chai and the espresso shot was a bit on the acidic side. Pulling a nice espresso shot is a masterful technique so I get that it won't always be dialed in. Really great cafe for a chill weekend hangout spot! Right by the Mar vista farmers market location. read more

Saba Surf - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Cute, surf coffee shop! They make their own vanilla, lavender and simple syrup. I got aa hot vanilla oat latte and didn't disappointed. Love how bright it is inside and all the seating. Also, cute merch, will def be back. read more