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    Boardriders Cafe

    4.8 (140 reviews)
    ModerateCafes
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    BOARDRIDERS CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Colette N.

    A nice little cafe in a quiet HB plaza! I came here on a Monday morning for brunch and tried their seasonal Pistachio drinks. The coffee and matcha were both delicious! They had a strong matcha and coffee taste even with the Pistachio cream top, which I've had at other places and they were too milky. I also got the Chicky Chicky Bang Bang wrap which had grilled chicken. I was expecting it to be a cold wrap but it was freshly grilled chicken so it was hot and juicy! Lots of sauce oozing outside lol not sure I would get it again but I would come back to try their other foods like the breakfast bowls, burritos, sandwiches, and other drinks!! The atmosphere is really cute with very HB decorations. There's plenty of tables and would be a good spot to get some work done. Restrooms are also very nice and clean which is a plus!

    Smash Burgers w/ added bacon available Sundays only
    Nhi V.

    There's nothing to complain about when coming to Boardriders. The people here are amazing and always have a positive attitude. The place is always lively and bustling whenever I walk in. I've basically been coming here since they opened summer of 2025 and realized from Day 1 that they make the absolute best breakfast burritos/bowls in all of SoCal. I crave it every other week. I also appreciate how much effort and creativity they put into their drink creations while also maintaining how tasty they are. The smash burgers that are only available on Sundays are so worth it! They're huge, juicy and don't make my stomach hurt like other ones do. I'd come here everyday if I lived closer.

    Upside Down Latte
    Dustin C.

    The 'Upside Down Latte' was one of the worst coffee's I have ever had. Aside from it being visually unappealing, the coconut cold foam tasted awful and the espresso was very weak. Considering how expensive this coffee was, I had expected much better. Service was also as bland as the coffee.

    Banana Bliss Latte
    Dexter B.

    I came here just to grab some coffee, I got the Banana Bliss Latte. It was really tasty and sweet with banana cold foam and cinnamon on top. The place was pretty packed and the food looked good. Probably have to come back and try the food some time.

    Breakfast croissant sandwich
    Lisa A.

    What a beautiful cafe. I love the vibe- it's very welcoming with a lot of energy. The food is AHMAZING! No seed oils , the bacon is smoked on site. The best bacon I have ever had. The portions are generous. We've been twice , both on Sunday after church. The first was just for coffee and matcha drinks. They have a seasonal menu- all very good. The second time, we had breakfast. My husband had a chorizo bowl. 4/5 I had the croissant breakfast sandwich with bacon. 10/5. It was delicious! The bacon was mouthwatering. My son had a breakfast burrito with Chorizo. A generous portion and very good. 5/5. I'm so happy we have such a quality cafe in HB.

    Fresh pressed juice
    Arcadia W.

    Next stop on my quest to find the best coffee in OC was this cute establishment. I went for the banana bliss coffee, which everyone said was so delicious. I was very tempted to get a breakfast burrito, but I wasn't that hungry but it's definitely on my radar for next time. I did however snag a fresh pressed green juice along with my coffee. In my opinion, the banana bliss coffee was not life-changing. It was a decent coffee, but the banana cream topper didn't stand out. Maybe it's because I drink my coffee with a straw so maybe that's why I wasn't getting the correct sips but the tropical green juice was amazing. It was so good even my picky five-year-old loved it. This is such a very low-key and freshly new place. I love how only true locals know about it. A bit on the pricier side for my coffee and my juice. I paid almost 20 bucks but that seems to be about the going rate for specialty coffee and quality juice in this area. The cashier was also very nice and helped me navigate the coffee options. I'll definitely be back to try a different coffee and hopefully I'll have an appetite for breakfast.

    Arlene S.

    Went here after a work out and it was soooo delicious and tasted so fresh! It was a nice day out when I visited this location with a friend so we chose to sit outside. The staff were so friendly patient and helpful. I do not live close by or else I would be here more often but definitely plan on going back

    Laura S.

    Boardriders Cafe has a friendly vibe. The drinks and food are great. The Big Tuna is delicious, I want to go back and have it again soon! The banana and matcha lattes give me a needed boost, while tasting so good. There are so many items on the menu that I look forward to trying!

    Fresh orange juice
    R T.

    Tried this place out which is in a quaint strip mall off brookhurst and bushard near the beach. We were blown away be the super chill surf vibe, family friendly service of the staff and the amazing menu. All of their food is clean which is so rare these days. The OJ was fresh squeezed and was so good. the coffee drinks rival in any specialty coffe store and the almond croissant was in a word...perfect. Now for the best part (drumroll) the breakfast burrito is the best in all of Huntington Beach. The brown sauce took me back to my college days in san diego eating the classic burritos from santanas. This beats that joy of my younger years any day of the week. I hate sharing all of this because the line is about to get long. This will become your go to place once you have tried it.

    Banana bliss latte
    Natalia L.

    Can't say enough good things about Boardriders Cafe. I'm visiting from Northern California and am truly jealous this doesn't exist where I live. I appreciate the no seed oil mission and have never had a better latte. I got to eat both a breakfast bowl and a chicken sandwich during my visit and would gladly go back again and again in the future. I wish the owners lots of luck and lots of success! I am looking forward to the next time I visit HB just so I can enjoy a banana latte

    Connor L.

    This spot is a must visit. Gonna be craving the breakfast burrito. You can tell Ian and his team put love into this spot

    Mamas Burrito Bowl
    Greg S.

    First time here and was greeted at the counter by Donavan who was super friendly and guided me thru the process of how to order ( order at the counter and they call out your name when it's ready ) My son and I both had the mama's burrito bowl with sausage and chorizo respectively. Plenty of food and the taste was amazing! Will definitely be back! Highly recommend it. Billy the owner has a great spot here. Please support this local business.

    Llania M.

    This place is a 10/10 Amazing coffee & food! We got their breakfast sandwhich on a croissant with bacon

    Mama's Breakfast Bowl, delish!

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    Food and service. The best. Staff very friendly and food quality the best. Everything so very healthy.

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    Ask the Community - Boardriders Cafe

    Has this cafe just been renamed? Decor and food looks so similar!

    New Owners, similar, but different menu. Delicious give it a go🤙

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