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    3.3 (81 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Closed 4:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    Venti Pike
    Scott H.

    Service was okay in the food met expectations. But this is one of those Starbucks where filthy vagrants, and I mean literally filled the, dirt and smell covering the person, just hang out at the tables without purchasing any products. Someone carded in all of their junk, pilot up on the table, and occupied the last table in the restaurant.

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    Alyssa T.

    I have often noticed that they rarely fill my drink to the top. I'm okay spending the occasional $7 to treat myself, but not if I'm not getting my moneys worth.

    Grande white chocolate mocha
    Brett R.

    Had my coworker order me a coffee this morning on her way in and when getting my coffee it was about 1/3 or more empty. No reason for that much whipped cream so my question is where is the coffee?? She also ordered her own coffee so its nit like she could have drank it in a 2 minute drive.

    Time to study! Thank you Starbucks for creating a productive space for me!
    Maria R.

    This is my go-to Starbucks for all studying or productivity. Super friendly service! You can ask for a "for here" mug or plate. (They don't have for-here Venti sizes, but if you want you can ask them to put it two smaller cups.) They have a few outdoor tables that you can enjoy with your dog if you bring them with you. It's in a great location next to the mall and some places to have a quick meal. It's not super big but they have tables both inside and out of different sizes to study or catch up with an old friend. They have a couple bigger comfy arm chairs as well. I plug into my own stuff but they always have good music playing. They have a big parking lot right outside and it's close to the freeway for easy on and off. No drive through.

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    Ian V.

    Getting Chai oat latte and Cinnamon dolce latte after coming from pleasure point Santa cruz. This starbucks has a friendly environment that comes with good quality beverages!!!

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    Melissa H.

    A special treat place for me and the kiddos!  Me for anything with strong caffeine and a decaf frap and cake pop for the littles the staff here is SUPER friendly and helpful.  The bathroom is clean and I've enjoyed time alone for meetings working from this location as well.  I'll be back!

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    No vanilla milk but I triumphed despite this adversity. And everyone there looked cool!

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    Andrew and all the ladies that work here in the early AM on weekdays are so amazing and make my day every time I go in.

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    Coffee Conspiracy

    Coffee Conspiracy

    4.6(58 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Eddie and the team at Coffee Conspiracy make the highest quality espresso coffees in Santa Cruz…read moreCounty! They use single origin light-medium roast beans at their coffee bar and sell bags for home, too. I only use their beans at home. Their quad-shot latte with whole milk is banger. Ps. If you're a pseudo coffee lover who is more interested in killing the coffee with burnt (dark roast) beans, pumps of vanilla or pumpkin syrups, etc, this is not your jam. This is the areas spot for just extremely good unadulterated espresso coffees, done right. No noobs.

    I've been trying to visit this particular coffee shop for quite some time now! Every time I swing…read moreby they were always closed or I just missed them! Lol I would always wing it and never take a picture of their store hours either! So I'm sure it was operator error! I am so happy for this particular brick and mortar because the first time I met the owner was on a bicycle on West Kliff or maybe East not to show I used to walk a whole thing during the pandemic! He was a really cool gentleman selling coffee on a nice looking bike and everything was clean, cut! Their menu items have changed and I'm glad he got more coffee companies to collab with! I loved my Stimulation Theory- it was smooth and had great frothy flavor with the perfect accent of cardamom! Everything within the Cafe is black and there a lot of joint seating areas. Granted when I got there, the individual spots were already taken. I sat an area meant for a larger group. I also enjoy the death metal music, grated it was played at the normal coffee shop volume level. Hee. So I've never actually HEARD that style of music at such a low decimal level, so it actually was quite comedic to me. At the same time, I'm glad it wasn't super loud like other rock shows I've been to! But still very much a vibe!! I can't wait to go back and try other drinks and pour overs that they have!! I can't wait until they get pastries or some sort of pop-up since I love my carbs! Hee

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    Coffee Conspiracy - Take the red pill

    Take the red pill

    Coffee Conspiracy - Love their murals!

    Love their murals!

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    11th Hour Coffee - Avocado Toast

    11th Hour Coffee

    4.4(660 reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$

    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.

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    11th Hour Coffee - Interior

    Interior

    11th Hour Coffee - Apple tart this morning and I am not disappointed. Great apples, not too much cinnamon w/ crunchy crust.

    Apple tart this morning and I am not disappointed. Great apples, not too much cinnamon w/ crunchy crust.

    11th Hour Coffee - Strawberry cream latte, Oh my goodness!

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    Strawberry cream latte, Oh my goodness!

    Shrine Coffee - Awesome after ride cappuccino

    Shrine Coffee

    4.7(171 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$

    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.

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    Shrine Coffee - Cappuccino, cortado, almond croissant, and scone

    Cappuccino, cortado, almond croissant, and scone

    Shrine Coffee - Spinach Quiche, Maple Latte

    Spinach Quiche, Maple Latte

    Shrine Coffee - Main entrance is behind the silver car, just to the right of the statue

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    Main entrance is behind the silver car, just to the right of the statue

    Coffeetopia - Coffeetopia

    Coffeetopia

    3.7(97 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    The espresso is hit or miss (maybe depending on who is working that day). The breakfast burritos…read moreand bagels with lox and cream cheese are great.

    I am sharing this review based off my experience working in there, drinking an Italian soda and…read morejust checking in the vibes.... OK, so first off, the customers in here are really nice. You can always appreciate the laid-back being anywhere in Santa Cruz or Capitola. They are right on a main street with parking in the back and they have a cute outside seating area with chairs and umbrellas. It's a pretty large and nice size coffee shop with ample seating and an extended couch/booth area. They have a lot of outlets to do work quietly or to read or charge your phone. I really like that they close at 6 PM too a lot of coffee shops close at three or four. If you're here long enough and haven't eaten, they sell food and snacks. Also a pretty good option of beverages like coconut water, soda, waters, and smoothies, or plain sodas. You can come in and get a soup or some cookies, a protein bar, or, some bagels- they legit have it all. I haven't tried anything food or coffee wise, but my Italian soda is pretty delicious. The two cashiers were really nice and everyone just seems to be on the best chill vibes. I will definitely save this place and return in the future. Their specialty coffees look delicious and are just my vibe and I can't wait to try them when the weather gets colder.

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    Coffeetopia - Speciality tea and coffee menu

    Speciality tea and coffee menu

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    Coffeetopia - Really nice inside area!

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    Really nice inside area!

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