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What makes Santa Monica special?
- Fringed by the pretty Palisades Park and white sandy beaches, the coastal city of Santa Monica is renowned for its charming oceanfront promenade and iconic Santa Monica Pier that extends out into the Atlantic Ocean.
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What attractions can you visit in Santa Monica?
- Known for its beautiful beaches and beautiful people, the city is packed with attractions like the Heal the Bay Aquarium and the historic Looff Hippodrome Carousel.
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What is the coffee scene like in Santa Monica?
- You’ll also find plenty of cool coffee shops, chic cafés, and trendy independent coffee houses that serve up strong espressos and iced coffees.
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Where can you get a caffeine fix in Santa Monica?
- Head to one of these top spots for a caffeine fix before hitting the beach.
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1. Caffe Luxxe
Savor expertly crafted espresso in a cozy, upscale setting.
Inspired by Italy’s popular café culture, Caffe Luxxe is a sleek and sophisticated coffee shop chain that blends luxurious architectural wonder with world-class coffee and mouth-watering pastries.
Based on Montana Avenue, Caffe Luxxe boasts minimalist décor and a coffee bar with marble countertops behind which professional baristas create signature artisanal espresso and other coffee creations. Caffe Luxxe micro-roasts a variety of sustainably-sourced coffee beans from around the world, including the signature Montenero Blend with strong notes of creamy caramel and dark chocolate.
Address: 925 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403, Phone: 310-394-2222
2. Bluestone Lane Santa Monica Coffee Shop
Enjoy Australian-style coffee and light bites by the beach.
Bluestone Lane Santa Monica Coffee Shop is a New York-founded coffee shop and café on Wilshire Boulevard that offers a quintessentially Californian coffee experience.
The quaint new coffee shop has a charmingly sophisticated space with beach-inspired décor, whitewashed brick walls, plenty of comfortable seating, and expansive windows that flood interiors with natural light. A spacious, sun-drenched outdoor patio has a unique potted plant canopy wall where customers can enjoy a variety of premium coffees and a selection of progressive healthy fare and open-faced toasts.
Address: 631 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401, Phone: 718-374-6858
3. Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee
Savor freshly baked gourmet doughnuts and pair them with rich coffee.
Located on Wilshire Boulevard in downtown Santa Monica, Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee is a cozy little spot tucked away from the heaving crowds on Main Street that serves coffee from Portland’s Stumptown Coffee Roasters and freshly made donuts in a variety of flavors.
The award-winning café boasts bright décor and a warm and friendly atmosphere with a few communal tables and bar seats out front, however, most people just grab and go. Hailed as serving the best donuts on the West Coast, the café serves standard sugar and caramel donuts, as well as decadent signature, treats like the huckleberry cake donut.
Address: 631 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401, Phone: 310-587-0022
4. Espresso Cielo - 2nd Street
Enjoy premium espresso drinks in a charming, relaxed atmosphere.
Espresso Cielo on a bright and sunny spot on 2nd Avenue that serves standard coffee offerings made with 49th Parallel Roasters coffee, loose-leaf teas, and a selection of freshly baked pastries.
The café serves delicious breakfasts that include avocado toasts, breakfast burritos, and an array of egg dishes, and a lunch menu of fresh salads, gourmet sandwiches, fermented baguettes packed with healthy meats and salads, and homemade, seasonal soup. Signature drinks on the menu include Tumeric Ginger Lattes, Tenzo Matcha, and Tea Lattes. The café has indoor and outdoor seating and offers complimentary wireless Internet.
Address: 1431 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, Phone: 310-260-1268
5. Dogtown Coffee
Sip organic coffee and enjoy a casual, surfer-inspired vibe.
Located on the corner of Main and Bay Street in Santa Monica in the landmark Jeff Ho Surfboards and Zephyr Productions space, Dogtown Coffee pays homage to the history of American skateboarding and surfing.
The casual café and community hangout boasts a cool, laid-back vibe with surfing and skating posters, surfboards, and skateboards hanging on the walls, and serves a rustic and healthy all-day breakfast and lunch. The café also offers locally roasted and freshly brewed espresso drinks and specialty coffees like the sea salted caramel latte, which smacks of the ocean.
Address: 2003 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405, Phone: 310-310-3665
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