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Tidal Coffee

3.9 (409 reviews)
InexpensiveCafes, Salad, Sandwiches
Open • 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Casual
Touristy
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating

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Rosalie r.

Service here is always 50/50. Sometimes it's good, sometimes not so much. They're in a prime location right below Monterey Plaza, which makes it super convenient when we stay there, and honestly that's the main reason we keep coming back. Between the high prices and inconsistent service, I don't think we'd go out of our way to eat here if it weren't for the location. Right outside you have beautiful ocean views and beaches to eat.

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Melissa L.

Cute coffee shop of Cannery Row in Monterey, CA! I ordered the sugar free vanilla hot latte. My coffee was very tasty. I'd go to again and order the same. The service was pretty quick but the employees could definitely be friendly and more social.

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Robert B.

Tidal Coffee is a really nice location and has great service. Think Starbucks, but significantly nicer. The coffee and tea drinks are numerous, we had a mocha along with chai tea, both were quite pleasant. The star, however, was the fresh fruit platter, the fruit was freshly cut and tasted farm fresh. There is a nice seating area with tables, if you prefer open air, next to the shop or you can wander a few steps and enjoy your coffee looking out at the Monterey Bay.

Aly A.

I had a great experience during my visit. The coffee was fresh, smooth, and exactly what I needed while exploring Cannery Row. The staff was welcoming, and my order was made quickly even though it was busy. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, making it a nice place to relax for a few minutes before heading back out. I also loved the location it's just steps from the waterfront, so it was the perfect stop while walking around and taking in the beautiful views. If you're in the area and looking for a good cup of coffee with friendly service, this is definitely worth a visit. I would happily come back the next time I'm in Monterey.

February Special - Surprisingly Good
Tammy N.

I decided to try one of their specials which was a white strawberry mocha. I was afraid that it was going to be too sweet, but I have to say that it was surprisingly balanced where you definitely still get coffee flavor. Other pros are that it is located in a nice little area overlooking the water and they have outdoor seating. Cons I would say are their whole beans don't have a roasting date and the barista i encountered seemed bland/borderline rude. I walked over but parking seems to be street meter parking that could be a little rough on availability.

Cute outdoor patio open to the public
Stephanie K.

Great little coffee shop with delicious drinks, pastries, and easy-to-grab food. It's cute and cozy inside with limited seating, but the outdoor patio overlooking the ocean is fantastic. I got a hot chocolate for my toddler at kid temp (thank the staff for suggesting that!) and a london fog for myself. The london fog unfortunately was WAY too hot and burned the whole roof of my mouth off. Still tasty, though. Parking is a bit tricky right around the area, mostly meters and paid parking. There is also no restroom. You'll have to duck into the hotel next door.

Cindy C.

I was so happy to find a coffee shop within walking distance of our hotel because it made grabbing a morning drink so convenient. I ordered the iced matcha latte with oat milk, and it honestly exceeded my expectations. The sweetness was just right and not overly sugary. The ratio of ice to drink was perfect, so it didn't get watered down too quickly. The matcha itself had a smooth, earthy flavor that tasted fresh and authentic while still being well balanced and creamy with the oat milk. If you're a matcha fan looking for a refreshing drink that isn't overly sweet, I'd definitely recommend stopping by and giving this one a try!

Iced Vanilla Latte
Jenny J.

We went to Tidal Coffee after eating at Schooners and the vibes were great. Drinking coffee with the water front view is just amazing! There's a bench where you can sit down and enjoy your cup of coffee- which is what I did and it was great. Service was nice and quick; I got a small iced vanilla latte and it was a little too milky for my liking, but maybe that's because it only had one shot. Next time I will ask for two shots and I think it'll be better!

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Candice F.

Located next to the Monterey Plaza Hotel, Tidal Coffee offers a quick refreshing drink and food stop with beautiful views of the Monterey Bay. I recently came here looking for a lunch spot to grab a light snack and drink. This cafe is conveniently located towards the back of the hotel, offering beautiful views of the bay from its expensive patio with plenty of outdoor dining spaces. We grabbed ourselves a croissant, chicken salad croissant sandwich, and an iced tea. Portion sizes for the food are tiny, and I guess are justified by the location. I would say that the sandwich and croissant are roughly 1/3 smaller than what you would find at a typical cafe. It appears that the sandwiches are made off-site and prepared in advance. So the croissant was not necessarily the freshest. Nonetheless, the beautiful views and ambience more than made up for the subpar food quality. There aren't many other fast casual options in the Cannery District of Monterey. So if you're looking for a picture perfect location for your afternoon snack or lunch, Tidal Coffee is worth a stop!

Matcha
Sunnie W.

Walked over from the Main Street in Monterey since we were just strolling in the area. They have an extensive menu and sell a lot of local goods. The matcha tasted like milk, which isn't a bad thing if you don't like the taste of matcha? Service was good. Ambience was nice since it was by the water. Not a lot of indoor seating, but a good amount outside

Ashlyn A.

One of my favorite coffee stops in the Monterey area! I've visited here with every visit to California and it does not disappoint. This time around I got a breakfast sandwich which was really tasty! The coffee is very good and I like the variety in their fun monthly menu. Lots of employees there to keep the line moving. And don't forget to sit outfit and enjoy the amazing views.

Trice O.

Service -3.5/5 Ambiance- 4/5 It's atmosphere pays homage to John Steinbeck like a few other places on Cannery Row. Food- 3.5/5 The matcha tea was standard but the breakfast burrito, although lukewarm, was pretty good!

Mishal F.

Tidal Coffee is in a great location and overall worth a visit. I ordered the mocha with dark chocolate syrup, which was delicious and well balanced, and my husband got the iced americano with vanilla. They initially gave his drink hot instead of iced, but it was quickly corrected. We were a bit disappointed that they ran out of the PBJ sandwiches we were really looking forward to trying. Aside from that small hiccup, the coffee was great and we'd definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area.

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The best late ever! Very friendly service, very cute and clean place. Love it. Recommended.

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The Honey Almond Latte (iced) was perfect! Great atmosphere. The line was long but went quickly.

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Nice indoor and outdoor seating. Great staff. If you like your coffee on the bitter side: This is your place!!!

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4.6(1.5k reviews)
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Still great after all these years! Just went yesterday for a #15 hoagie and it was delicious as…read moreever. If you are an Italian dry salami snob like me, this is your spot. I'm 99% sure he still uses Molinari salami because the flavor, texture, and taste are absolutely impeccable. Italian dry salami quality in sandwich delis in the United States has drastically declined in the last couple decades. Not here though thankfully. The selection of uncommon chips and drinks is still top-notch...this has to be the only place I've ever seen Faygo in the Monterey area! The deviled eggs are still great also. I got there too late for broccoli salad. Bennett is still running the register, cracking jokes, and making smiles happen for his old regulars. And it looks like he has a really good crew currently. We will be back again and again. While I do enjoy the more upscale Italian sandwiches of Coniglio Bros on cannery row once in awhile, nothing slaps like a sandwich from an old school neighborhood minimart deli. This is the sandwich of your childhood, your teen years, and your early adulthood. This is how California nostalgia tastes.

Fantastic! My friend…read morerecommended that we pick up sandwiches here before a Big Sur trip. I'm so glad she did - this place is great! If you'd like to order a sandwich, there is a picnic table outside with clipboards and order sheets. You can order off their very extensive menu of sandwiches, or create your own. There is a wide variety of bread, meat, and cheese options so everyone can find something they like. Be very cautious if you order a whole sandwich because saying they are huge is an understatement. When you are ready to order, you bring the sheet to the back left deli counter where they have their display and desserts. While we waited for our sandwiches, we took some time to look around the market. It is fantastic! The decor is lovely. The items they have in stock is also impressive. They have your basic items like chips and soda, but also a large international snack section. There are shelves of foreign chip flavors and drinks which is very neat. They also have a super wide variety of domestic products that you can't typically find everywhere. I was thoroughly impressed with all they have to offer. The sandwich itself was the cherry on the cake. It was the biggest sandwich I have ever seen. I was shocked at how thick and heavy it was. It was incredibly affordable too! It tasted delicious and very fresh. I will definitely be a repeat customer whenever I am in the area.

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4.3(799 reviews)
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So I was driving down to Monterey from Sacramento for a quick little 36 hour golfing trip.When I…read morearrived in Monterey,I was starving so I quickly jumped on Yelp and found the closest breakfast burrito spot I could find-That's when I found 3 Mundos Sandwich Shop on Fremont Street,which is a sandwich shop that also makes breakfast burritos. When we arrived they had a small parking lot but busy because they do a lot of Door Dash and Uber Eats business. Once inside I took a quick look at the menu and saw they had breakfast burritos of either Chorizo-Sausage-Ham-Bacon or Veggie. I chose Chorizo breakfast burrito($10.39) The shop is run by the owner-he was the cashier and the cook. In talking to him,he was telling me that his family owns multiple Mexican small shops like this in the Juarez Mexico area and El Paso Texas area.Says that all the shops use the same recipe for their hot sauce that is served with the burritos. Once the burrito arrived,it was both heavy and warm.Once I cut it open,I was able to appreciate the craftsmanship of this burrito in all its chorizo,egg,potato and cheese glory-it was beautiful. As pretty as it was though,it tasted even better,I had planned on only eating half of it as I had a tee time in less than an hour but one bite led to another and then it was gone. I've had many breakfast burritos in my day and as unexpected as this is to say,this may have been the best breakfast burrito I've ever had. Also the aforementioned family-recipe hot sauce that came with the burrito was so spicy yet so tasty--perfect combo to a perfect burrito. In closing,if you ever find yourself in the Monterey area and you want to treat yourself to some upper echelon breakfast burritos-do yourself a favor and stop at 3 Mundos sandwich shop-a top tier food experience awaits.

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