My girlfriend and I were looking for a caffeine boost to get us through Sunday when we stumbled…read moreupon Recreational Coffee in Downtown Long Beach. A very welcoming vibe upon entry, we were greeted by a friendly couple who answered our questions about popular drink flavors. We decided to go with a Hot Cinnamon Dulce Latte and an Iced Blueberry Lavender Latte. While waiting, there were plenty of chairs, tables, a comfy couch and even a bar area to sit and relax. Tons of board games, books and wonderfully mellow music helps make the experience feel comforting and inviting. Our drinks were prepared quickly and shouted at the coffee bar for pickup. The presentation was great, but the flavors, out of this world! The Cinnamon Dulce Latte was OUTSTANDING. So good, in fact, that my girlfriend stole it from me! Not to worry, her Blueberry Lavender Latte was also top-notch, with a smooth, not-to-sweet flavor combination. Friendly staff (which comes with occasional karaoke renditions from the Bluetooth speakers), a chill vibe and outstanding drinks make this a top spot in the area for hardcore coffee lovers. Check them out!

Visited this place on a Saturday morning. I popped in and popped out with an okay drink. I…read morepreviewed the menu and the Sonora town Horchata latte called my name. Ordered and it didn't take long at all to get it. Did they even add espresso? Who knows because the latte was weak. It barely had any hint of coffee. I asked if the latte was sweet and they said it wasn't. After the first sip I could just taste all sweetness no espresso. Recreational coffee do you guys add espresso to the lattes? Maybe I should have ordered something else not sure.

Coffee is nice Love the atmosphere…read more Bao is my favorite employee, he really know how to make my coffee. Service is really good, I ask for customized and they still do it the way I want.

I was able to order the iced lattes on Door Dash but noticed they didn't have the option to order…read more"hot" drinks so when I picked up my cold drinks I ordered the hot coffee at the counter. They said they don't allow hot orders online, so good to know. Clean coffee shop with a bathroom, you just need a code. Parking lot was empty on Memorial Day morning at 9am Hojicha and banana matcha latte were superb! Would definitely come back The cute worker at the cashier was multi tasking-whisking the matcha and took my order. She was so sweet and happy

Located in the heart of Long Beach so prepare to find street parking! It was such a nice atmosphere…read moreand quite small but the employees were nice! I ordered a matcha latte w oat milk while my bf ordered a Spanish latte w oat milk and both were very good! The matcha was sweet but not overpowering the flavor of the matcha itself, while the Spanish latte was perfect and their coffee in it tasted good and unique! Will definitely recommend and will come back !

We ordered the large decaf madagascar vanilla latte with oat milk and it was delicious. I prefer a…read morestronger coffee flavor, so I added an extra shot of espresso and it was perfectly balance Prices are steep, but you can taste the quality of the espresso and the syrups don't taste artificial. I appreciate how the staff hand delivers your drinks and the nice clean interior.

This was my first visit to Cyclops Coffee. This whole plaza has been updated with new stores and it…read morelooks great. I love the new modern look and the addition of this café. The café has outside and inside seating. I prefer to sit outside since there were a lot of students working on their laptops and I didn't want to cause any distraction since we were there to mingle and chat. Being outside was nice, but you also still have other people seated outside, or in passing. The barista/cashier was friendly, especially when I let him know that it was my first time. He asked me what my likes were and said he can make that for me. I went with a hot honey cinnamon vanilla latte and it was good. It may have needed more to it because it was not flavorful and sweet enough. I couldn't taste the honey or cinnamon. It tastes more like a vanilla latte. But I think this is an easy fix next time I order. They also have a restroom for customers which I visited, and it was clean. There is plenty of parking and this is definitely a college crowd, but welcome to everyone.

I absolutely love this coffee shop! Not only is it a great place to study because of the cozy…read moreambiance, but the service is always wonderful and their hot herbal teas are so good. I came here often while studying for an exam, and it was the perfect environment to stay focused. Being surrounded by other people working and studying really creates the kind of atmosphere you need to get through long study sessions. Definitely one of my favorite spots to spend a productive afternoon.

NOT BLACK WOMAN FRIENDLY! Now while the staff themselves are nice people, the owner is very rude…read moreand prejudice! I have frequented here often, and watch how he will say hi to every guest except the black ones? I've tried to not let one bad apple ruin the bunch, however today was the last straw. I often get anxiety attacks, I step for air and prop the door open so I could return to my stuff. He watched me open the door step out and take a deep breath... what did he do instantly slam the door shut! When I explained my stuff is right there wait, he brushed me off with his hand and said "you use the other door". Very rude. So I took my stuff and walked down the street to Steelhead Coffee, where it is WAYYY cleaner and the vibe is so much welcoming.

Kindest workers ever! My friends and I were here on a busy Tuesday evening and we weren't prepared…read morefor how PACKED it was. The lovely man working here, I do believe he might be the owner, pushed together three smaller tables together so my group of five would have somewhere to work. If it weren't for him, we would've left immediately to find somewhere else. I ordered a Mexican hot chocolate and a blueberry muffin that I asked to be warmed! The cafe has a very warm, cozy, old-fashion feel where you never want to leave. I can see why so many people come here just to sit and chat.

Love this location, fast, clean and with a scenic drive home it's the best way to enjoy your drinks…read moreand pastries. Can never go wrong with the horchata frappe 10/10 Their tres leche muffin is another must try. They definitely have an excellent selection to choose from. The workers always so friendly and great service. They have a good amount of inside sitting area, they have restrooms, and drive thru. Definitely a recommended spot to try.

Great spot overall. The drinks are consistently on point, and the pastries are seriously delicious…read more You can tell there's real quality behind everything they serve. That said, I really hope they bring back utensils for pastries. Some of these items, like the tres leches muffins, are almost impossible to eat without a fork. It kind of takes away from the experience having to struggle through something that's meant to be enjoyed. Still a great place, just one small fix would make it even better.

Friendly staff, easy parking & seating inside! I ordered the…read morelast call- it was an iced dirty chai made with chocolate Omg so yummy. It tasted like a spiced chocolate milk! I love the names for the drinks. Definitely will be back!

I really wanted to like this place and perhaps it was an off day.. but between the extremely rude…read moreperson at the front taking my order, the lack of customization on the lattes, and the actual taste - I just feel there's much better spots to visit for coffee in Long Beach. Let's start with service: the woman at the front was very dry, quiet, and uninterested. We tried asking her if we could add cold foam or sweet cream to our drinks to make them sweeter, and she said it was only available on seasonal drinks. As an avid matcha latte consumer, this made zero sense to me. While I don't blame her bc she likely had nothing to do with that decision, she wasn't kind in relaying that information or trying to help me find something on the menu I may like. Her demeanor remained the same when my friend ordered his drink, and we both felt a very negative energy coming from this woman, simply put it didn't seem like she wanted to be there taking our order. This was around 1pm last Saturday (the 21st of March), so they had a decent amount of customers, but it wasn't some crazy morning rush. Forward to the drink : we grabbed our drinks which came out promptly. I tasted my matcha and just as I suspected due to the lack of sweetness, it just tasted like grassy chalk. I assumed that my friends latte would be better, as matcha can tend to have an earthy taste to it to begin with. Then I tried his... chalky and sour. Due to the lack of customization and the barista's attitude, we just took a couple sips and tossed our drinks. It was a super negative experience for a place I really really wanted to like. I think allowing people to use sweetener and cold foam on more than just seasonal lattes would be a great first start, and perhaps training the staff on appropriate customer interaction would also help. Loved the branding on this spot, but it seems like the people who work there don't want to be there and it really put a damper on the experience, and for a place so cute, the drinks and vibes should be top notch.

Always fun tonfinf new coffee spots…read more Coffee station had good strong coffee, which was perfect! Service and ambiance were on point. Can you say,fast,quick amd affordable in 1 place,this is your place. Again,I grabbed an OG coffee,wolr me up!

Great Pine Ave, Long Beach coffee shop. The space is beautiful and an inviting space to hang out…read moreand/or get work done. That's the first and most important impression I got. I ordered the Pistachio latte which was advertised on a fold-out outside so I don't know if this selection is on their permanent menu. It was a good drink. I feel like whatever you order, it will be okay. The service was helpful and appropriately (meaning not overly so, but acceptable) friendly. Again, the biggest draw is the space--a solid small business to support.

There's a lot of good coffee in Downtown LB. Rose Park just *rose* to the top for me with their…read moremiso caramel latte. First sip was simply chef's kiss. A depth of flavor and a balance between the roast and the sweetness of the caramel syrup. My only recommendation would be to order this 75% sweet if offered, would be perfect! There's parking on the streets that run parallel to Ocean and some in front of the shop. Quite a few tables, people getting their remote work done, and an outside patio with additional seating. Super clean cut operation, modeled after contemporary coffee shops but with more than a touch of personality. Service was kind, quick, & efficient

Rose Park Roasters is a great place for high quality coffee beans! Their coffee is delicious, and I…read moreparticularly like getting basic drinks like an Americano or a plain latte. The Maple Lavender Latte is really good, but to me, it tastes best with regular milk instead of almond milk. This location gets really busy in the mornings with locals and loads of tourists as well. They do have some indoor seating and some outdoors courtyard seating.

GUYS. When I tell you this is THE BEST MATCHA place I am not lying. I got their iced matcha with…read moreoatmilk because I think it's a good baseline to judge them off of. The quality of the matcha is amazing and I love how the matcha presence is very prominent. It has the perfect amount of sweetness without it overpowering the matcha and doesn't leave it tasting grassy or bitter. It is also not too creamy or milky. As for the service, the workers were nice and got the drinks out in a timely matter. I def recommend coming here. 1000/10!

Drinks: 5/5 The matcha drinks tasted premium and well-made…read more I tried the hojicha and was really pleased with the overall flavor. The menu also includes short descriptions, which helps when choosing drinks you haven't seen before. Customer Service: 5/5 The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. They answered our questions about the unique drink options and made the experience feel welcoming. Ambiance: 5/5 The vibe was chill and mellow, perfect for relaxing and enjoying your drink. There are a few tables inside, plus cute merch available. Parking: 4/5 Parking spaces are a bit tight, but availability was good when we stopped by in the evening. Definitely a spot I'd come back to when I'm around town.