Went there on a Monday around 9:30am. There appeared to be two workers. After the man I front of me ordered the cashier left the post and didn't return in over 10 min not even to excuse the wait or anything. After about 5 more minutes I left. Ambiance felt dry and lacking friendliness or mindfulness. The only plus was starring at the ocean while I waited for the cashier who never returned. Day was foggy and cool but not too cool. read more

Bistro at the Pier - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oceanside, California

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HORRIBLE. The staff was disrespectful, profane, and dishonest. They attempted to give me food that I did not order and proceeded to call me "uncooperative" because I asked for my money back. Unless you enjoy ordering and paying for one thing only to be served something totally different, l'd suggest you avoid them! 0 stars. read more

Bistro at the Pier - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oceanside, California

Nice beach front spot! The horchata iced latte was delicious. The food was ok. The view is amazing so great spot to hang out and enjoy the beach read more

Incredibly disrespectful, rude and were cussing. Attempted to deliver an incorrect dish and were hostile towards my party. Never again.

The bonus to having coffee here is watching the ocean waves, and smelling the ocean breeze. The coffee I selected to keep me warm was a medium cup of Mocha. The service was quick. The stand has food to offer as well. Today I only opted for coffee. There are a few seats available to sit and enjoy. This location is literally at the the pier and steps away from the sand. This visit it was just a tad noisy due to construction nearby. But, the focus is quickly changed once you start sipping on your brew and enjoying the few. Stop by for a drink and maybe a bite, the view will make you want to take a break. read more

Bistro at the Pier - Waiting for my yummy Carmel macchiato. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oceanside, California

Ordered a large hot latte with almond milk. My drink was so watered down I literally had to throw it away it was just horrible. I can't believe this is the coffee on the pier. How unfortunate! read more

Came here at noon to grab a smoothie and a sandwich. There was a sign at the register that said "Gone to Lunch." read more

Bistro at the Pier - a sign in the window - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oceanside, California

Waited in line for a little over 15 minutes (only 2 people in front of us and around 9am) and we didn't move once. It seems the goal here is to try and make their customers wait as long as possible to order. The homeless guy harassing my kids while waiting in line was an extra bonus. Never got to the front of the line as the two coffees the ladies in front of me ordered must have been the most time consuming and complexed coffee order these guys working here had ever experienced - we left empty handed. Go here if you're looking to stand in line forever. read more

Ordered Mexican mocha. Paid $10 for that and a can of soda. Mocha was so bad we had to throw it away. Service was good but bad coffee.

I ordered the large 20 ounce mocha from this place in the cup that he handed me was clearly about 2 inches shorter than the 20 ounce cup so he had on display that I know very well because I've owned a restaurant. I questioned it I said, is this a large 20 ounce he said yes it's 20 ounce what more can I do? I just had to walk away. Now I wonder if there was two shots of espresso in it if it was just plain old coffee. read more

Bistro at the Pier - Not a 20 ounce coffee. The coffee he gave me that he said was 20 ounces that I paid for 20 ounces next to a 12 ounce can of soda. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oceanside, California

Great location and service. Good beach food and tasty coffee drinks! Mike makes it run smooth and a wizard at what he does.

Mike was great, best chai latte and caramel macchiato we've ever had! Definitely recommend to anyone needing some coffee and ocean time!

Great service! great food! Mike is super friendly! Such good energy, and he has tables and chairs facing the ocean read more

Bistro at the Pier - Mango strawberry smoothie, and Strawberry Banana Smoothie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oceanside, California

This is such a wonderful, perfectly located place. We had fantastic coffee "poured" by Mike with a blessing each morning on our vacation. An easy walk and perfect place to start your beachfront activities. read more

This place is so great. I will have to try the pizza next time. I had the handmade acai bowl and a cappuccino that was really delicious. The server is so nice so make sure to be pleasant to them read more

Cool little coffee spot right on the water over looking all the boats. Great way to start the morning with a walk to get some good coffee and fresh ocean air. Wife and I sat just enjoying the early morning and the good Mocha I had, she had Carmel Latte. Recommend you take a morning walk here, enjoy the boats and view, and walk back enjoying your coffee. Best way to start a day on vacation. read more

Best cup of coffee in oceanside. Mike helped us. Professional, polite, and extremely fast. My new regular stop.

I got a strawberry smoothie and got served by Mike! such great service. one of the best smoothies I have had in my life. forget about McDonald's!! go support LOCALS IN OCEANSIDE read more

I mean this without hyperbole. This is the slowest cup of coffee. I've waited for in my entire life. I waited more than 30 minutes I am an idiot for waiting so long. The sloth has a greater sense of urgency. If you have any plans for the rest of your day. Don't plan to stop by here read more

My good friend, FS & I were walking HAPA Boy on the boardwalk. It had been a while since I've actually made the walk down to the sand's edge. I had just passed under the pier and saw this quaint little coffee stand. I raised my ceramic mug of fresh brewed coffee from FS' place at the man @ behind the counter as he glanced my way; "Good morning!" He replied but I wasn't able to clearly hear him due to the breaking surf. I walked over, "Excuse me, couldn't hear you?" He repeated, I asked if you needed a refill? (Chuckles) I said, "I'm good but mahalo for the offer." Bistro @ the Pier - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bistro-at-the-pier-oceanside?select=23iZ_3DfTtGqPj1JqIxlTg Say hello to Roy, very nice, friendly, personable, and none too shy to strike up a conversation w/a complete stranger; my kinda person! Photo - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bistro-at-the-pier-oceanside?select=6sqtKFc9Ni3Q2q-nNkq7fQ We talked story for a bit; the 'Bistro @ the Pier," is just a mere four months young. As mentioned earlier, I haven't strolled down Oceanside Beach for some time. I didn't remember seeing a coffee stand so close to the pier which makes perfect sense since it only opened in NOV 2016. (Great location, BTW.) FS had walked over to "The Bait Shop," a little shop that sells bait along w/other touristy knick knacks. However, they sell pretty good cup of hot chocolate as well... 'Who would've thunk it?! (I have another friend, VH, who lives a stone's throw away from the pier; she swears by The Bait Shop's, hot chocolate.) Roy asked if I ever Lavazilla Coffee before, imported from Italy. I said no but will be sure to try some the next time I'm in the area. I only had a few sips left of my own coffee from the house earlier that morning. Roy: Want to try some? He poured about one third of a cup into my mug, enough for a good taste... 'And it was; full bodied, rich, and strong. By that time, FS had made her way back from The Bait Shop & we continued our morning walk. The next time I was @ the beach, I was with VH, and didn't have the HAPA with me on this particular visit. I'd told her about Bistro @ the Pier; we decided to grab a coffee and a bite. Our order - Brewed coffee; petite ($1.95) Good; fresh; strong; piping hot Hammerhead; medium ($3.75) Good; fresh; very strong; piping hot Photo - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bistro-at-the-pier-oceanside?select=HHd4Cpw_BMrQPtvwEpE2dw Otis Spunkmyer Blueberry Muffin (?.??) Just alright; prepackaged commercially made Photo: https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bistro-at-the-pier-oceanside?select=uqDQFlagP7DEsZDWqfX02g Total cost: $7.70 (I'm not sure on the actual cost of the muffin was but if I had to guess, about $1.50.) So, what's a "Hammerhead?" It's a cup of brewed coffee w/two shots of espresso. (I asked Roy if he could pour some Half & Half in to help cut the acidity.) Like the first time I stopped by with FS, the coffee was good... 'And strong. VH usually prefers a medium roast, breakfast blend; I'd be fine with that BUT my preference is dark roast and strong, something with a bit of kick. The Hammerhead did not disappoint. VH & I took a seat and sat quietly, enjoying the morning while watching the handful of surfers catching waves just off the pier, joggers, dog walkers, and other people doing the same... I laugh because less than a year ago, I was living in Solano County. Prior to that, I had lived in Southern California for over 15 years; didn't think moving was going to be too hard... The moving was easy; getting acclimated to the area was an entirely different story, two years felt like twenty and I think I aged twice that amount. The best way to describe it would be surreal on a acid trip... Yeh, think about that for a moment. (i.e. - F*k'n nuts) SoCal withdrawals, it exists! By month 18, I was already making plans to return to Southern California... Even if I had to beg, scrape, crawl, or steal from my momma, I was returning to SoCal! One way or another, it was just a matter of when. My apologies, I digress. (ADHD plus caffeine can go either way.) Sitting near us were two older gentlemen and from their friendly banter with Roy, appeared to be Bistro regulars as well. The two talked shop about cars with Roy, who sounded like an old school grease monkey himself. it was actually kind've impressive. (Truth be told, a lot of it sounded Greek to me.) I missed many things about SoCal; quiet mornings filled with the salt air, sounds of the beach playing in the background, while drinking coffee @ the beach was high on my list of things immensely missed. Photo - https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bistro-at-the-pier-oceanside?select=D-EYbjyGle7hp-GVLP8NRg Mahalo Roy, for the aloha! A hui hou! 'Until next time! Overall rating: 5 stars - Big Aloha! Food: 3 (Otis Spunkmyer Blueberry Muffin) Ambiance: 5 Service: 5 Value: 5+ (Good coffee on the beach in the am, priceless.) read more

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Very friendly service with great coffee and expresso. I was really impressed with the Vegan options. The Bistro has soy milk, sugar free, and gluten-free options available as well. There are several little tables with umbrellas. This is the perfect spot for enjoying a morning or an afternoon pick me up Latte sitting in the ocean breeze read more

Bistro at the Pier - 20oz Vanilla Sugar Free Latte with soy milk and ocean air! Blissful - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oceanside, California

I was going to stop in for a cup of coffee but the heavy metal music being played by the establishment was unbearable. Great view, but not to enjoy heavy metal and a beverage. read more

ok i'm sorry i have to. this coffee was so watered down and horrible i literally threw it away after 2 sips. i probably wouldn't have taken to writing a review on that alone but it was $10!!! that's wild even for a latte. criminal honestly. will not be back. read more

The coffee was wonderful and Mike was great. It is very convenient to the beach. I highly recommend this place.

Love grabbing a morning latte after my walk on the beach. Great little place with good lattes.

I love the verse of the day discount! great coffee and snacks! Friendly and knowledgeable service! Cant wait ti come back again! read more

Bistro at the Pier - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oceanside, California

The açaí bowl was good. Wish they had more smoothie options that are healthier. Perfect beach front location, and friendly- but what really bugged me is that he asked for a tip. He flat out asked 10, 15 or 20% tip? That made me so uncomfortable. What I ordered was so expensive a tip wasn't even on my mind. A smoothie and an açaí bowl for 30 bucks and you want a tip? At least let that be up to my discretion and don't pressure me. Super rude. read more

5 stars for view and coffee. Near the O'side Pier. Have good Lavazza coffee. So glad we have a good quality coffee shop right on the beach. They got the foam in my latte just right. read more

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Mike made us one of the best coffees we've ever had! Starbucks who? He was nice and took the time to make them perfect. even worked with my mom who can't have milk will go there everytime im in town!! thanks read more

Great new place on the Oceanside Strand for Coffee drinks, smoothies and snacks. We really enjoy the LavAzza cold brew coffee, friendly service and bistro seating where we can watch the ocean waves and people walking by. read more

Triple espresso to go and a nice walk in the sand. Mmmmm, now that's living! Meet me for a cup and we'll set a spell.

Who doesn't want their coffee by 7 AM? When I walk to the pier at 7:20 the young man was Chatting with the door open and not setting up. When I walked back by on my way to find another place to go around 735 he was just setting up. Needless to say, I did not buy my coffee from this place. read more

Coffee is amazing! Smooth and delicious. They use LaVazza coffee. Other foods and snacks available and drinks for the non coffee drink as well. Great view and atmosphere. I will be coming back again and again read more

The barista (male) was super rude. They had pricing to zero on their pastries, so I jokingly said " u guys r very generous, pastries are free" he answer that he has no time to joke and told me" do you really think we will give something free and have no time for this" . Whatever dude. U don't want my jokes , I don't want your business. Boo read more