Decided to try this place for lunch since they recently expanded their food options. I had the Lox Bagel accompanied by a white needle tea. The bagel was a toasted everything bagel topped with cream cheese, lox salmon, pickled red onions, green onion, and dill. It was crispy, creamy, and oh so tasty. It made for a perfect lighter lunch option. The white needle tea was refreshing and went well with the salmon. They have many specialized, high quality tea options. This cafe is part of Wave Street Studio, which is also a venue that hosts a variety of events. The outdoor seating space is very pleasant, surrounded by plants with background music playing, a bubbling fountain, and offering some games like chess or mini billiards. The employees are very professional accommodating. I thoroughly enjoyed my time here. read more

Studio Cafe - Lox Bagel w/ a white needle tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Monterey, California

Waffle was nice and crispy, with lots of fruit. Made fresh to order! The gentleman who made my waffle I would have guessed was the manager/ owner, obviously seasoned knew peoples names..but Coffee was a let down but I don't think it was this places norm the worker told me if was his second day. So ‍ If I was a local I would go back and try again read more

Stopped by for an afternoon tea and oat milk latte on Friday 6/19. Coffee was strong and delicious and the chai with a splash of oat milk was perfect for an afternoon caffein fix. I love their small and peaceful outdoor area. They have plenty of board games or you can sit and read while enjoying a cold or hot beverage. Service was attentive and friendly. Love this little gem. read more

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Was so excited to try this place and I wish I could give it a higher review but... unfortunately this latte didn't taste good at all. Was way too milky and didn't taste anything like pumpkin. But the barista was nice and had good customer service. And the ambiance was beautiful and so peaceful outside. Just wish the latte was better. read more

Studio Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Monterey, California

Stopped by studio Café in the morning after seeing they had gluten-free pastries. Right after the bat it's in a super cute location. They have a great outdoor area as well as being able to sit indoors. Service is friendly. I had a cappuccino and a gluten-free chocolate chip muffin. this is definitely an artisan coffee shop cappuccino was great gluten-free muffin was decent for being gluten-free. It was a little bit dry, but the copious amounts of chocolate chips made up for that. My partner got an iced latte and a plain bagel with cream cheese. Latte was a little bit milky for his tasting bagel was average. Overall good experience would definitely come back. The ambience is very cute and quiet. read more

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I'm sitting next to a grand piano sipping a matcha while jazz music plays. A trio of strangers discuss the pros of wearing Hokas. I feel like I'm in Cafe Roosters in Animal Crossing. Very quaint vibes. The fact that they serve gluten free pastries is a huge plus as there aren't many places in my area that offer GF options. After you get your drinks, there's a table with milks and creamers and syrups where you can customize however you like. This tickled my ADHD brain as I played mad scientist with my matcha latte. Safe to say I have fallen in love with this place. It's a respite from all the overstimulation from the Veterans Day weekend crowd at the Aquarium. read more

Studio Cafe - Maple Pecan Muffin - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Monterey, California

We stopped in around noon as a much more affordable alternative to grabbing coffee inside the aquarium. A quick tip for anyone visiting: make sure to go straight to the lower level! I followed the map directions up the street to the higher level and wasted some time, so learn from my mistake. Once there, everything was great. We ordered a lavender iced coffee and an iced tea, and both were solid with no complaints at all. They also have a bunch of fun tabletop games available, which was a perfect way to relax and pass the time. I would definitely stop by again read more

Studio Cafe - Outside Patio - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Monterey, California

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Great little coffee shop located directly off the walking/biking/ running path in Cannery Row. Very good coffee drink selection and some nice treats as well. Pleasant service in a nice, comfortable environment. Loved the heated bench in the garden. Will return when in the area. read more

Really cute find on the way to walking to the Monterey aquarium, just up the street two mins walking read more

Studio Cafe - Yogurt with fruit and granola - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Monterey, California

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What a sweet place! Beautiful and great oat milk latte. Gorgeous courtyard with pond and a turtle greeted us. The concrete bench that wraps around pond is HEATED! Happy buns!! In the room next door the owner was selling CDs and Vinyl for a dollar each, an added bonus. Picked up a few records... ;) Great little surprise stop! Don't miss it. read more

Came to Monterey to see the aquarium. On the way there we stumbled upon this place so we stopped by to grab some coffee. The guy working there said the quiche just came out of the oven so we ordered two slices. The quiche was delicious and our drinks were great. Definitely stop by if you're in the area and give this place a try. read more

Having always stayed at the hotel across the street for 15 years, I've always walked right past this place and haven't ever gone inside, until today. I was itching for an iced coffee since my Starbucks a block away closed down. They have many different options in terms of pour over roasts and syrups, including sugar free, to add into your coffee and iced coffee. Today I ordered a pour over dark roast iced coffee with sugar free caramel and almond milk and it really hit the spot the service was kind and very quick. There is also outdoor seating that is shady, and it's very nice and quiet. It's the perfect spot to bring your laptop to get some work in. I will always come here from now on whenever I need an iced coffee whenever I'm in Cannery Row. read more

Super pretty outdoor space, great espresso from local ACME Roasters, awesome pour overs, and very friendly and accommodating staff. It's connected to a lovely music venue AND about 15 steps from the InterContinental Hotel. Incredibly convenient if you're staying at the hotel, the coffee is FAR better than the hotel's stuff and about half the price. Lovely walking path right out front as well. read more

Studio Cafe - Lovely outdoor space complete with chess, plenty of sun / shade depending on your desires, and the entrance to the cafe. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Monterey, California

This is such a great, friendly coffee shop with a warm and welcoming vibe. The staff are kind and make you feel right at home, and the coffee is smooth and delicious. I especially loved the gluten-free strawberry muffin--it was moist, flavorful, and packed with fresh strawberry taste. read more

Studio Cafe - Muffin strawberry - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Monterey, California

Drip coffee only. If you're looking for espresso this isn't the place. With that said, their cold brew is okay and the dark roast is decent. Very cute and quaint space to read and work. They provide you with fixings to add to your order, oat milk, half n half, cows milk, sweeteners but you add it yourself. Server was nice and patient enough to deal with a first timer who had no clue what I stumbled upon. I'm more of an espresso gal so this wasn't the place for me but if drip is your jam then stop by! read more

Studio Cafe - Main area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Monterey, California

Nice selection of teas and the location is cute and right by the rec trail. I got an iced matcha latte with whole milk but it tasted chalky and there was sludge at the end so it wasn't prepared right. read more

We stopped by to get our caffeine fix and my first impressions are that this is the place to go if you're a coffee bean purist. They have a tidy menu of coffee offerings with bean flavor profiles in addition to tea and lattes offered including matcha latte. Their style is in pour over and I enjoyed my light roast. They have milk and creamers (including PSL flavor) to add yourself but after sipping my coffee I decided to just drink it black. It's a nice place to grab a quick coffee. They also had some fresh baked pastries being popped out of the tin and into the display case when I got there around 9. read more

Come we're if you want great coffee but really amazing ambience. We got the waffle, it was amazing.

Not the best place to order London Fog. It tasted like watered down milk with no hint of Earl Grey.

Before COVID, I had my very first pour-over here! Delicious and was described perfectly. Finally returning to this spot, I was happy to see it is back. Real happy. Got the pour-over again.... delicious. BTW, during the shutdown, I was having a discussion about "water rights" with the owners father. Still awesome to this day. read more

Very quiet and great customer service, very calm with a coy pond to sit and relax. Pour over based coffee with a good roast selections. read more

Studio Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Monterey, California

The bench is heated and nice. Otherwise, the drinks (ginger beer glass with 90% ice, subpar pour over, and a hot chocolate that seems to be made from a powdered mix) were bad. read more

Cute little neighborhood cafe! We dropped by Studio Cafe in the middle of a tour of Monterey Bay Aquarium and were quite pleased by how cute and cozy our caffeine pit stop was! Studio Cafe has a lovely selection of different beans, all made in their pourover station. I love that they list out the flavor profiles for each bean type, and the staff is more than willing to help you find what best suits your tastes. I got one of their darker roasts, featuring rich and nutty flavors and low brightness (my favorite). We enjoyed our beverages in the lovely outdoor patio space, which also features a koi pond and pet turtle. They also have a few gluten free goodies, including two types of muffins and a brownie. They're tasty, especially for something gluten free. All in all -- loved this spot and highly recommend for anyone looking for a cozy spot in Monterey, especially if you want a bit of a reprieve from the touristy spots! read more

Amazing café with a cozy atmosphere and very friendly staff. The coffee was fresh and flavorful, and the desserts were delicious. Service was quick, and the place was clean and comfortable. I would definitely visit again. read more

We were in Monterey for two days and we stopped by both days to enjoy a morning drink. On the first day, we tried the organic matcha ($7), and on the second day, I had the 90 weight pour over coffee ($5). Both were fantastic. The cafe provides various types of dairy/non-dairy options to make the drink into a milky delight. Before leaving town, we came back for a gluten free brownie ($4). Everything tasted amazing and the patio setting was everything. The only off putting aspect was on one of the days, the owners seemed to be busy entertaining special guests. The space is small, and they were standing near the entrance where the prep station was. We had to move past them to get into the store, to wait outside for our drinks, to come back in to add cream into our drinks, etc. We, as visitors, felt awkward as if our presence interrupted and intruded onto their space. That was likely not their intention, but it felt that way, as I initiated all the acknowledgements (saying hello, thankyous, goodbye). read more

Very cute place near Cannery Row. Coffee is drip made. You can chose from light to dark roast. Their pastries tasted fresh and not overly sweet. Cute little spot to try out. Good customer service as well. read more

Studio Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Monterey, California

Made a quick pit stop here walking back from the aquarium. We had matcha lattes and strawberry muffins -- and wow. The lattes were delicious but those muffins. Not only were they gluten free, they were the tastiest muffins I may have ever tried. Very charming spot. I will be making a point to swing by again if we're ever in town! read more

Was a little hard to find but we got there. It was just okay for me. The owners/operators were super nice and helpful but menu was not what I expected and limited. With my expectations and appetite for a "traditional" latte and bakery good, this missed the mark. read more

Friendly staff, good coffee and homemade muffins. We sat outside and were pleasantly surprised that the stone seat was heated.

I have several words to describe this coffee shop/studio: relaxing, calming, clean, contemporary, and delicious! You may think we are a little odd as tourists, but one of our main goals while on vacation, is to try out as many small business owned coffee venues within our vicinity of our stay. Joe K. has an affinity for "pour over" coffee, and I love a good, rich mocha! While on our daily stroll, we came upon this interesting shop that had a lovely patio area near the entrance. Complete with warming concrete benches, flowers, native plants, and trickling waterfall with goldfish leisurely enjoying the day. There is a very nice studio available where they teach yoga classes and sponsor other gatherings. A grand piano is one of the focal points of the room! As we entered the business itself, they had several specialty coffees and teas to choose from, including "pour over". I was a little surprised that they didn't offer mochas, which I thought was a standard staple. So Joe asked them if they could mix one together for me. The barista had me choose one of their main menu items and she proceeded to experiment with some chocolate syrup and milk into a "Motor City Espresso". After adding my own sugar, it turned out to be quite tasty and satisfying. Joe ordered the "Road Dog" which he really enjoyed. Since it was a quiet afternoon, we were able to spend extra time conversing with one of the owners who was very interesting to talk to. He let us wander around and check out the facility further. I was fascinated to find that the studio portion has a small room within that has a complete music sound system. Also, the bathrooms are clean and nicely decorated. This was one of our two favorite coffee shops in Monterey! read more

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This place is an absolute joke. They bean your coffee for you and you make the drink yourself? They provide milk, sugars, and honey on the side. You can order anything on the menu and they only make the bean and water. Oh and it's $6 a drink?? SKIP and just make yourself a coffee at the hotel. DO NOT RECOMMEND. read more

What a fantastic hidden gem right on the rec trail! The service is super friendly and the heated bench makes it a great place to slow down and relax for a minute. Pour over coffee from Acme, home made baked goods and an astounding assortment of teas. Also looks like they have some really interesting events happening. I can't wait to see more! read more

A Pour Over Delight with an Excellent Various Assortment of Teas Uniqueness: Only Pour Overs Here (No Espresso Drinks) and Plentiful Choices of Various Teas Wait Time: [x][x][x][x][ ] Drink Quality: [x][x][x][x][x] Service: [x][x][x][x][x] Setting: [x][x][x][x][ ] Recommendation? Yes from me! Looking for a Cafe without the Espresso Vibes of your typical coffee shop? Then Studio Cafe is one of the perfect places that you can stop by to enjoy a nice pour-over or a cup of their fresh teas with homemade honeys harvested in the nearby farms of Monterey/Salinas. Studio Cafe has been in Monterey for a couple years now and is definitely a nice spot to stand out compared to the ordinary Starbucks that you see in Cannery Row. As I mentioned, this place does not serve your lattes, cappuccinos, or Caramel Frappachinos that Starbucks has. Coffee-wise, Studio Cafe only serves Pour-Overs from various beans and prepared on the spot when you order. Wait time is a bit long as expected for pour-overs but due patience comes out with a good reward. And I must say, their coffees here are made perfectly every time. Drinking without cream and sugar, the pour-over that I had (Road Dog) was well balanced and not diluted one bit. It was a great pour-over indeed. I came here another time to try their teas (Fukamushi Sencha) and it was a great cup of tea, not too bitter and not too scolding hot. The service is was friendly with just a two staff crew helping make the drinks and get the orders. They have some local pastries on display but it wasn't too extraordinary to try. It's not too common that you'd see a pour-over/tea shop nowadays but you'll have no problem enjoying what Studio Cafe has to offer here if you are a fan of the mentioned. Come by, buy a drink, and sit outside in their little piazza to enjoy the nice Monterey day with a perfect cup of coffee at Studio Cafe as I know I will be hoping to come back for more, and will recommend to others too. read more

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After fighting the tourist crowds on Cannery Row, this seemed a welcomed escape for some Tea or Coffee before hitting the road. The ambiance on the patio is 5 stars. Little tables with umbrellas, rock walls, rock fountain and fish in the fountain. Only a block away from all the riffraff. Stepped inside and saw a wide selection of tea, but a much more limited coffee selection. Was hoping to get a cappuccino or latte, but they don't have steamed milk. Boo. I prefer steamed milk with my tea as well, considering that wasn't an option, I just got a Masala Chai tea. We took our orders to the patio; however, there was a sign hung up that they were filming next door. Staff was so hushed that we felt uncomfortable to chit chat. Oh well, we just took our drinks to the car and moved on. Too bad, it seems great spot to sit and chit chat. read more

Studio Cafe - Peaceful spot and the slab around the water is heated! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Monterey, California

Happened upon this spot on a walk through town. Great pour over coffee and outdoor area. Perfect for the needs of COVID. Staff was really helpful in helping me order from their variety of roasts and I ended up with a great cup of coffee. My order didn't take long. Just enough time to enjoy the warmed bench which was a treat for the tush. read more

Studio Cafe - Outdoor menu and seating. COVID safe. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Monterey, California

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This place is a hidden gem! I stopped by here after a long day before making a 2 hour drive back home. The place is super relaxing and has a great ambience. They have a large selection of teas at very reasonable prices. I ended up drinking their "Happy" tea which was very light and flavorful. Their coffee was great and their pastries tasted really fresh. The staff was super friendly and conversational as well. They have an outdoor seating area that is filled with plants and gave me a nice coffee shop vibe. It's located very close by (5 minute walk) to the Monterey Bay Aquarium too! read more

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I fell in love with this hidden gem in an instant!! One of the most notable things about Studio Cafe is their beautiful ground. Large patio with living plants and hanging lights... It literary feels like you are stepping into someone's backyard, sipping your tea/coffee and absorbing the ambiance - relaxing, calm, almost like a sweet escape from the crowd for a few hours. I had one of their specialty blend tea, "Happy tea" and it definitely made me a happy girl! The tea is a mix of jasmine green tea, raspberry, apple bits, hibiscus and rosehip: I found it pleasant and quite unique, with a sweet and soft quality to the flavor and aroma that I simply adored. Pricing was affordable; $4 for a tall cup of tea. They also offers local pour coffee and gluten free baked goods. In all, Studio Cafe is definitely a breath of fresh air among the hipster cafe scene. A must stop when you are at Monterey! read more

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Came in seeking a simple latte before entering Monterey Bay Aquarium: the location was difficult to find based off the map and the shop is actually behind the main building down the stairs. When we entered the establishment, no one was at the counter, so we decided to peruse the box of $0.50 stickers while waiting and we had high suspicions that some of the artwork used for these stickers were generated with AI (as a creative, I cannot support). When we did finally order, I do admit we did not research their menu in our rush, and learned that they offered only 4-5 types of pour over coffee and a variety of teas, and no espresso-based drinks. Coffee was okay and felt like it was a bit overpriced for the limited options. read more

Very calm seating area with heated bench and serene music. Owner gave us a muffin for free as she was trying out a new recipe. It was delicious. Coffee was great too and they even had the hemp milk I love. read more

Studio Cafe - Great seating area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Monterey, California

We stopped by for coffee before visiting the Monterey Aquarium. Studio cafe is part of a studio, and very quaint and cute! They have a great, wide tea selection and good drip coffee. The way the cafe is set up, you can see the coffee getting made drip by drip. There is also an outside seating area with heated benches, which was perfectly cozy for late November. If you're looking for a quick tea or coffee before heading to the aquarium, definitely check out Studio Cafe! read more

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