Cute little spot in Long Beach. The decor is simple yet very modern and cute…read more Drinks are amazing, I love my vanilla latte and cold brew. I haven't tried the pastries but I'm sure they are tasty as well. Service was amazing. Staff was very friendly and was able to recommend a drink for me.

Years ago, I received a gift card from Steelhead Coffee, but never made it a point to stop by any…read moreof their locations since there are much more coffee shops closer to me. I was planning a rare visit to the oceanfront, and along the way stood Steelhead on Broadway. Steelhead on Broadway is located on Broadway (duh! lol) and Redondo on the southwest corner of the intersection. It's in the very corner of the building next to Flamin' Curry and Baddeley's Pourhouse Sports Bar. When I came in, I was greeted by the barista, Ruben, who was busy making drinks for the steady flow of customers. His co-worker, Jacob, was at the register taking orders, fielding questions, and just making friendly conversation with the clientele. There isn't much standing room in front of the counter, so when there was another customer standing by the wall, I thought it was her turn to order until she mentioned she was clueless on what drink(s) to get. I was clueless as well, so I used the opportunity to ask Jacob a handful of questions like what the drink sizes looked like, what the Aerocano was, and what Cortado was. Jacob answered my questions with ease and well enough that I was sold on the Aerocano. Some of the drinks on the menu are offered in two or even three sizes, but the Aerocano is one of the drinks that only comes in one size, 12 oz in this case. Interestingly enough, the back of my gift card listed Steelhead Coffee's other two locations, but not this one, so I wasn't sure if my gift card would work here. Sure enough, it did, but after paying, the tablet mentioned I could earn 50 points for putting in my phone number. I wanted to ask about their rewards program, but before Jacob could finish answering, the tablet went to a different screen. Unfortunately, there was no way for Jacob to go back and retroactively apply my phone number to the last order. I probably would have been interested in joining the rewards program, but this stroke of bad luck was enough to deter me from joining. While all that was going on, Ruben prepared my Aerocano so fast that I didn't have to wait any longer to start sipping on the drink, which is pretty much a black coffee and doesn't come with cream or sugar. There was quite a bit of foam on top of the Aerocano, which was a little more than I preferred. Also, even though I was told ahead of time it'd be in a 12 oz cup, I still felt I could have used a little more drink and a little less ice for the price point, which I'd still say is reasonable for a quick pick-me-up. Jacob was very friendly and helpful! If I rated them based on service alone, it'd be an easy 5. I even witnessed him making friendly conversation with other customers, likely regulars. As I went up to take a second look at the menu, he asked if I liked the Aerocano, to which I replied "not too shabby". I think he also mentioned that he was willing to remake the drink if something went awry, but I was satisfied with the taste of the Aerocano drink overall. While I'm not a coffee connoisseur by any means, I don't think the Aerocano was that much different than a traditional Americano; like there are some subtle nuances between the two drinks that I wouldn't be able to describe, but I'm sure the connoisseurs could. Ruben was friendly too, greeting me as I entered through the front door. I did witness him crossing Redondo while I was enjoying my Aerocano, leaving Jacob as the lone barista in the shop for just a few minutes. But even on a Sunday afternoon, it wasn't that busy that they could afford to take breaks like that. Inside the coffee shop, they have four round tables, each of which could seat two, as well as a couple of bar-style tables by the window. Between these bar-style tables is a small refrigerator of grab & go drinks like Olipop and Harmless Harvest. There are also five shelves of merch next to one of these tables, and I'm assuming this merch is for sale. They also have four two-seater tables outside if you prefer to sip your coffee/tea al fresco. They also serve some baked goods here. While I was placing my order, Jacob asked if I'd like any, but I didn't see any price tags on them. I was curious how much they cost, and he estimated between $4 and $8. I had just eaten a rather large lunch, so I passed on the baked goods. I also saw a couple of customers come in with their dogs, so they seem to be friendly to dogs as well. Parking was anything but easy. They don't have a parking lot in the immediate vicinity, so I had to circle around a few neighboring blocks before I found a spot on 1st St. I probably won't make a return visit since I don't find myself in this part of town as often, but if you do live nearby, I highly recommend patronizing Steelhead Coffee for a quick pick-me-up. I still have a remaining balance on my gift card, so I'll be looking forward to exhausting the remaining funds at the other two locations. Recommended!

I just moved to Long Beach and have already been here 3 times. Not only is the coffee and matcha so…read moreincredible and high quality, but the mission of this place makes me want to support it even more! The fact that it supports workforce development and community building is really amazing and it shows. The pistachio latte is one of the best I have ever tasted. I've also had the mango matcha and the birthday cake latte from their specialty menus and those were so incredibly delicious as well. They have working spaces, consistently friendly service, and great wifi as well. I've found one of my new favorite coffee spots for sure!

This is one of my favorite coffee shops in Long Beach. I actually discovered it on accident when I…read morewas dropping off a friend to the airport and stumbled across a photo of the plants and thought it was right up my alley. The space just feels light and happy, and the drinks are on point. If ur not happy they are totally down to fix ur drink til you are. And they're delicious, I've had a few interesting creations including a strawberry latte that was made with love. The baristas here know what they're doing and they're slinging good coffee. Great place to meet up with a friend or catch up on work. It's a bit of a quieter space but a good neighborhood hang.

Love it here! The…read morechai is fantastic and the personal touch makes it exceptional. The owner is so kind. I love running into him and his wife.

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!

Honeyyyyyy You have…read moreto try their seasonal super bloom latte ... not kidding the best coffee I've had in a while.

Just like Rosa Parks they move from the back to the front! Let me be blunt when I say this place…read morewill get ya crunk with coffee flight that bring that funk. Now I'm not talking all that junk cause if I did I would sound like a punk! Now let me you why this shop had me full of spunk. I ordered their coffee flight that came with a Cold Brew, Espresso and House Drip. I'm not sure of their brand or blend but it was pretty good and it was a slam dunk since I left out of there like a caffeinated skunk! The service was friendly with a totally chill vibe perfect for working or just to be in the moment. There's a couple of other fights I want to try so I'll be back for sure. And that's my take, Peace...

I got a chai which was spiced very nicely! It didn't taste like from concentrate which I always…read moreappreciate. The place is adorable and everyone who works there is so nice. I don't think this is the best place if you're looking to stay and work. Most of the seats are very low and there are few of them. The outdoor seating is nice and it's usually quite beautiful outside.

I came to try a new drink after the last time I first tried them (i wasn't a fan) BUT after coming…read moreback, safe to say I'm now a fan. I got their matcha latte iced with pistachio milk (new addiction) and honey sweetener. Super yummy. It turns out, it really depends on what you add and how you customize the matcha. Their coffee overall is really good though! The environment and space is cool and comfortable. I would recommend to come inside as the outside looks different from the inside which it's more spacious once you get in. Overall I'm around this area a lot and it's a walking distance from where i usually am so I'll be here again:)

I love this coffee shop! The staff is always kind and welcoming, and the coffee is absolutely…read moredelicious. My go-to order is the 007, which is phenomenal. I also love that their coffee is imported from El Salvador, you can really taste the quality of the beans. It's a great place to study or get some work done, and the atmosphere is inviting. My only complaint is that it can feel a little warm and humid inside. Overall, though, it's a wonderful spot!

Nice place in a location that needs it…read more Coffee is good. And staff is very friendly, but it comes most often with a slow service, thanks to chatty customers. The outside stand with burritos is awesome and I secretly hope it's there when visiting. The selection of baked goods is very narrow. And it also seems like owner is trying to be on the safe side and not to be left with a few extra muffins in the end of the shift... The most basic bakery item, such as a plain croissant, would've been really helpful. Overall it's a good place.

Family owned business. Excellent quality coffee from the family farm in El Salvador. Roasted on…read moresite. The menu is simple and on point. Great vibe. Excellent service. The back room at this low key location has a show room with a car collection that belongs to the building owner and is available for viewing on weekends only. There is limited seating outside but most people tend to grab and go. They have 2 locations in Long Beach. I highly recommend black dog coffee roasters. Shout out to Francisco, Geraldo and the rest of the crew for doing such a great job.

So I needed coffee after just landing and this placed looked good. I try to give coffee shops…read moremultiple chances before actually singing their praises however - the reviews hype this place up accordingly for the items they have. It is a smaller cafe and limited pastries, this should not deter you from trying there items. My fiancée grabbed a muffin and we ate it before I can get a nice photo. This was my first time trying this place and I got the holistic latte and my fiancée got the Spanish latte. I want to note - if you're someone who likes a stronger coffee please request an additional shot, as the drinks are more flavorful based on the type of latte you get. However if you're new like me and unsure, you can more than likely go in and get an extra shot and it would be no problem :) if you're a coffee person who loves supporting your local cafes, give them a shot you won't regret it. I do want to note a few things, have a chitchat with the staff very helpful and you're a learn about where they started from. The second, there is no public bathroom.

I have wanted to try this place for years. I grew up around the corner, so even though it wasn't a…read morecoffee place, it brought nostalgic feelings to me. The place is really clean and understated. However, even with the minimalist look, it felt warm. The gal who helped me was sweet, calm and quiet enough. She didn't know I was headed to a funeral, but I felt like she did. Just treated me with palatable kindness. Oh and the coffee was delicious. So there's that.

Plant based queer coffee shop located in a busy street with only street parking available that can…read morebe a little tricky. The inside is super spacious and plenty of space to sit that's super comfy! One of my regular hangouts purely for the vibes since the drinks are a little lacking. The staff is always attentive and bring you everything super fast even when it's a busy house. I've tried various coffee and matcha and it's never strong or flavorful. Watered down comes to mind. The seasonal drinks always leave you wishing for more. Pistachio matcha -- didn't taste like much. The matcha itself isn't very strong and doesn't have any pistachio flavor.