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Brewjee Coffee is where you can find decadent coffee and matcha drinks. They have a variety of…read moresyrups and foam tops to create unique drinks. This is definitely not a place you'd go to for simple espresso drinks. We were content with our drinks: Curious George (mocha with banana cold foam), For the Girls (cold brew with strawberry cold foam), and Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso. The flavors came out as expected, but it is was on the sweeter side. The drinks here are on the pricier side. Each of our 16 oz drinks were over $10 after tax and tip. They offer larger cups too around 24oz, similar to a Venti from Starbucks. Given the price only, it's hard for me to justify repeat visits. The store itself is tiny. There is no room for you to sit down and enjoy your drink. The staff were great. They were kind and very attentive despite being very busy when we went. I'd only come if I'm craving their specialty drinks.

Oh my goodness! BREWJEE! If you are ever in salinas, and need your coffee/ matcha/ pastry + drink…read morefix definitely check this tiny but mighty cafe place out! Drink thoughts: I'm a matcha fanatic and those around me are coffee connoisseurs and every time I go here I legit get a different drink. If you realllyyyy want my opinion though and want a matcha drink- get the King Kong Matcha or the Matcha with Cookie Butter! (But seriously, any drink you get is gucci.) For the holidays, you know they had to give us something good! I tried both the Grinch Matcha and Santa Cookie drink and it tastes like Christmas holiday cosy vibes but iced lol. Parking: There is a parking site close by but it can be tight! (Per usual in downtown salinas) Vibes: Immaculate (I need a brewjee sweater / t-shirt now. Brewjee, please please consider multiplying and expanding across salinas citizens!

Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso

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Cookie butter latte w cookie butter coldfoam

Viva Espresso Organics Coffee

4.4(338 reviews)

2.5 mi

I tried this spot out back in February and ever since then i fell in love with the drinks at this…read moreplace. The customer service is top tier, even when it's packed to a tea with tons of orders ahead of you, you can get your order within 10-15 mins. The vibes of this place too are just nice and welcoming. Such a highly recommended coffee spot.

I like it at Viva Espresso. I don't get to this location often, but the coffee is consistently…read moregood. Service is friendly and drink served reasonably after order. Atmosphere is nice. Busy if you're there during the typical rush hour times of most coffee shops. Service is good and cashier is friendly and doesn't make fun of my way of forgetting how to pronounce Oaxaca :) She patiently repeats the name correctly to make sure I am asking for the correct mocha (Oaxaca Mocha. Found under their "signature" menu). My go to is their hot "classic" drinks while the Oaxacan Mocha is my sweet treat! I really appreciate the consistency in drinks and service!

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The Beerded Bean

4.1(206 reviews)

love that it was easy to find street parking. helps that i went when they opened, so there was no…read moreone else around as the other businesses in the area werent open yet. cute little place, didnt realize until i got there why it was called "beerded". i was just looking for craft coffee shops in the area. staff was friendly and didnt rush me as i browsed their menu. went super basic with an iced americano, which was very tasty and smooth

Here's a sad update. Went with a handful of men for morning…read morecoffee and a bite to eat. Painted on their door are there times of business. The worker inside said they were open at 8:00 not 6:00. No reason, no apologies. We all walked a block to Starbucks as much as we hated to. Last words...bad business idea.

Such a cute place

Pumpkin muffin--good texture, no pumpkin flavor

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Java Java Brews

3.0(2 reviews)

1.2 mi

The best iced coffee in town. The flavors of coffee and her syrups blend effortlessly and…read moredeliciously. Taste is always consistent! Cinnamon Roll Latte is my personal favorite but the blueberry matcha is fantastic. Customer service is excellent.

Terrible communication and customer service, really disappointing. Ordering process is really…read more unorganized. It's a shame because the drinks were actually good, but the experience overall wasn't worth it.

L-R Brown Sugar Cinnamon Shaken Espresso Iced matcha w/ cold foam Strawberry Cloud Latte Caramel Latte w/ cold foam

Iced Matcha w/ banana cold foam Raspberry lemonade S'mores latte Cookie Butter lattes

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Blueberry Lemonades & a S'mores Latte

Gold Leaf Spice & Teas

4.7(97 reviews)

I can say that without a doubt, this is the BEST place to get your tea fix in Salinas i absolutely…read moreLOVEEEEE Mango Garden I get it Everytime it's in stock. The Staff is very nice and knowledgeable and when I hear other customers ask questions the tea-rista doesn't know they do everything in their power to get an educated answer which is so above and beyond. Particularly Dani and Max I've had great experiences with, both rockstars. LOVE IT HERE!!

The best teas, nicest staff, great relaxed atmosphere. Loving the black tea with apricot - perfect…read moreiced tea on a hot summer day.

Gold Leaf Spice & Teas Carmel

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Cherrybean Gourmet Coffeehouse & Roastery

3.7(210 reviews)

0.2 mi

love that it was easy to find street parking. helps that i went when they opened, so there was no…read moreone else around as the other businesses in the area werent open yet. staff was friendly and didnt rush me as i browsed their menu. loved that they have such a large collection of whole beans. would def try that next time. this time i went basic, and just got a doppio con panna. only downside was that i ordered a raspberry coffee cake, but when i opened the container it was blueberry. still tasted great though, just not what i was hoping for. would definitely go back

A great local coffee shop in the heart of Oldtown Salinas. The staff is super personable and…read morefriendly. I usually get a small or medium black coffee and occasionally an espresso. The interior is quaint with several two top tables. A big highlight is an actual coffee roaster in the back of the store.

Cherrybean Gourmet Coffeehouse & Roastery

Carrot cake

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Gourmet Central Bakery

4.6(123 reviews)

8.0 mi

Food was good, next day got stale eat the food day of…read more service was very good, should be more patient or attend to others I needed more time. ambiance: smells and aroma fresh goods was tasty, seating was pretty and had cafe feel. opinion: yummy bread for sharing with family and ppl who had a hard day this baked bread cheers you up.

While on a drive between Monterey and San Jose we needed to make a quick stop for coffee and gnosh…read moreand so we tried the Gourmet Central Bakery. It is tucked in the corner of a small shopping center in the town of Prunedale, near the intersection of Highways 156 and 101. While the outside is nondescript, the bakery itself is beautiful on the inside and the selection of baked goods is extensive and spectacular. So many unique and tempting creations. It is difficult to choose one thing to order because there are so many that look amazing. We tried what they call a roulette which is a round layered pastry that is loaded with flavor. It was absolutely delicious. Not too sweet but just right. The disappointing factor at Gourmet Central Bakery is the coffee. It was incredible weak and flavorless. Not sure if it was the beans they use or the mix of water to coffee, but it was hugely disappointing. It did not compliment whatsoever their incredible baked goods. I hope they will focus on providing beverages that match the quality and creativity of their pastries. I would say check out GCB for all of their incredible baked goods, just don't order coffee until they make some changes. Their baked goods deserve, as do customers, a satisfying coffee pairing.

By cvs, in the parking lot not down the road where shows on yelp

Fully stocked

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Chocolate roll croissant

Castle Rock Cafe and Mercantile

4.4(127 reviews)

7.0 mi

Great location, latte, and employees. I just got a plain latte to go and a gf muffin. (Best gf food…read moreI've ever had btw! Who is their gf bakery provider? Wow). The place was slammed, as it was a Sunday, but the staff was quick and still polite. We actually decided to sit outside for a sec in their mini courtyard. Nice and sunny as opposed to Salinas that day! Parking is tight, but I think worth it. Nice little coffee oasis.

Try the seasonal specials and definitely sit outside in the shade if it's a nice day. The caramel…read moreapple matcha for autumn was pretty awesome.

It's Easter here

Perfect little patio to hang out

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Pistachio latte

Jack's Coffee

4.4(122 reviews)

1.5 mi

I love coming here from time to time on my work days. They are always busy but worth waiting in…read moreline!

Is there always a line? Yes. Is it worth the wait? Yes…read more Staff are always friendly, and they're flexible if you have adjustments or requests not on the menu, they definitely know their coffee. Cold brew with cold foam is my go to. I'm not a fan of the matcha since it comes sweetened, but the drinks that are flavored here tend to be on the sweeter side. If I want to throw a few extra miles on my gym runs I will have the Mexican mocha frappe, but I don't even want to know the calories on that one. Good local spot you have to try.

Jacks Coffee shop plus Keto Drink ( Cold brew, heavy cream and sugar free vanilla)

Hours

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Mexican mocha frappe with Valentine's Day heart shape straw

First Awakenings

4.2(1k reviews)

Update: went back and you have to see this pancake-see photos…read more Food was great. Server Lizbeth was great! Going back tomorrow for more great food. Pancakes were huge and looked amazing so i will try that tomorrow. Today i has cinnamon french toast and a wonderful fruit bowl. Restaurant was clean and well kept.

Great verity of breakfast options and a perfect central location!…read more First Awakenings is right in the middle of the city with plenty of street parking around, making it super convenient. The interior is really spacious, the restrooms are clean, and the staff is incredibly nice. They have a ton of good breakfast options, and the food is excellent priced average. Highly recommend checking it out!

Bacon skillet with carnitas added

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Cucumber salad

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Ansel A.

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8 years ago

They suck. Was here on business, pulled the app out and was directed here to get my fix. Directed here, found parking, since on main waited to order thru app bc didn't know how parking would be. Ordered. Went in, no order, oh you can't order online at the location. Where is this one then I asked. Dunno, do you have their number to cancel my order, no. In the app, no way to cancel, no phone numbers. Google it, like 5 on main, all are listed as on main but no cross streets. Call one, no order, call second, bingo. Can you cancel my order, no, you need to call customer service, do you have number, no. Google it, pain in the ass to get to a live person. Ok I will refund you the charge. No apology, nothing for all the rude fuckers. Only thing good about this location was it was quick, guess bc no one was there read more

Richard M.

2 years ago

I am so done with Starbucks! They jumped their prices a whole 60 cents on their cheapest drink! I mean who in the hell does that? I am deleting my account. F**k you Starbucks! F**k you forever! read more

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