Canela Cafe was one of the first places I tried in Santa Maria! I didn't know what to expect but was pleasantly surprised by how tasty the drinks and food were. Food portions were generous! My husband had the torta and he said it was one of the best he's had! Service was very pleasant and the barista were very friendly. They gave us excellent recommendations and seem to truly care about customer satisfaction. The space is a bit on the smaller side and more suited for grab and go, but definitely comfortable if you decide to dine in. read more

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We are currently doing a road trip from San Diego and my wife saw this cafe as a suggestion. This place has a lot of love. We got a cafe de olla, an iced horchata latte and a pan dulce. These guys were so kind and gave us amazing suggestions that were tailored to our needs. Authentic flavors, with amazing community driven service. This place is worth visiting Santa Maria. A must stop. They have mastered their craft but just as important they have opened their doors to what feels like their home. It's warm and welcoming and but vibrant with music that adds a touch of home. The crew here is the secret recipe and I challenge anyone to find a place as special as this. I want to thank them from the bottom of my heart, you guys made our visit memorable and we will be back to Santa Maria because of you guys. read more

Canela Café - Cafe de olla and they even printed a photo for me of my own photography. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

Beautiful atmosphere! This place had such a warm welcoming as soon as you walk in. I got the avocado toast and white chocolate mocha, amazingly on point! Hit the spot. The service was top tier! I'll definitely be back. Thank you! read more

Canela Café - Avocado toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

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Glad to see that Santa Maria is finally getting their own coffee shops! I had a warm latte with oat milk. The drink was decent and I enjoyed the espresso quality. Their photo machine wasn't working when I went, so I was a little bummed out with that. Service is super friendly & their decor is cute. The place is super clean and they have lots of seating available. Parking lot shared with neighboring businesses. read more

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I really enjoyed my experience! I had been wanting to visit Canela Café for a long time. I live in Ventura County, so def not close to me. I was driving through the area and we decided to stop. There is a charging station across the street , my friend's car needed charging as we were on a road trip . It was meant to be ! I ordered a club sandwich a Cortado, a strawberry Matcha and a white mocha . All great ! No complaints. My only suggestion would be that the sandwiches come with a Serrano or maybe jalapeño en vinagre . I am Mexican and it is traditional in my family to eat our sandwiches with a chile on the side. Coming from Ventura County - I didn't find prices to be too high. Yummy Specialty/ pretty coffees or matches are about $9 bucks , up to $11 or sometimes more. Insta worthy drinks cost a bit more and you're supporting a family owned business -it's not Starbucks. Sandwiches are pretty large and I shared with my friend. There was pretty for both of us. We both left full. It is so cute inside! Not a huge shop, but there is seating inside. It was a bit busy ... service was quick! There was a line, however it moved quickly. Props to Damian and staff for being so welcoming and friendly! read more

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Very inviting atmosphere with friendly customer service and great coffee. Try the brown sugar shaken espresso, it's my favorite. Love supporting small local businesses. read more

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My favorite coffee stop in Santa Maria. I always get the Pepino con Limon, and I got a free one recently for enrolling in their rewards program. The staff is always super friendly and the ambiance is cute. They have pastries and a full coffee menu. Fantastic ube matcha as well. read more

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This is a 3.5 star review, see below why. Could have easily been 5 stars but there was one big missing thing. Service was busy but friendly and the space was clean. Even with the line the food and coffee didn't take terribly long. Service 5/5! Brown sugar shaken coffee- delicious! No complaints except maybe the crushed ice vs ice cubes or bigger pieces of ice. I think it's more of an aesthetic choice but makes it difficult to sip coffee without using a straw and without eating lots of ice! Avocado toast- the bread was good, maybe a tad too thick but no real complaints. The avocado was fresh but it was beyond bland! Literally salt, pepper and acid would have made this a 5/5 place but it was so hard to eat flavorless avocado toast. Especially with this simple of a dish, seasoning is everything! Big portion though! I'll be back to try out a sandwich and hope that they season those! read more

Canela Café - Avocado toast and brown sugar shaken coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

Please please has hands down the best avocado toast in the city of Santa MARIA, and staff is super polite and helpful read more

Canela Café - This place is hands down the best avocado, toast in the city of Santa Maria and the staff is super friendly! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

Friendly greeting by the gentleman who took my order. The establishment is clean and looks fairly new. The vibe is "Instagram" Cute place to enjoy a hot or cold coffee, Chai, matcha, or just a PAN DULCE. I enjoyed a medium Chai Latte while I completed some work online. I used my personal hot spot so I am unsure if they offer free WiFi, but it was a pleasant visit. I will be back. My one recommendation is to get the tables balanced or adjusted so that they don't wobble. read more

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Really nice service and I loved the matcha! Fast service too. I got a matcha with oat milk it doesn't need any sweetener read more

Canela Café - Yummy matcha! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

I love this place so much! The vibe is absolutely vibing. Super duper cute seating area. The service was friendly. I had their matcha and my wife tried the pepino con limon and WOW they were delicious!! The avocado toast was phenomenal. Honestly I'm just upset I haven't been here sooner. read more

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My husband and I stopped here to get a few quick drinks because he was recommended to try it by a few friends and it did not disappoint! It was only a few streets down from the main eateries like canes but it was worth it to go there. I got a matcha latte with a sweet cold foam on it and my husband got ube foam cold brew and both were delicious!! The service was super friendly and we sat outside but the inside was so cute with plush couches and a cute mirror. Would def go again! read more

Canela Café - Best matcha I've had - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

Best grilled cheese hands down! This place is aesthetically pleasing but also has the menu on point. Avocado toast was also very good and the mini concha was so soft and perfectly sweet. They also have a variety of images to put on your latte. Love this cute spot! Staff was super friendly and attentive too. read more

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Super cute and fun little spot to eat!Yummy caprese toast and avocado toast with egg a delicious smash! Mexican pastries are supper good! The coffees were delicious! The staff were sweet and absolutely amazing! Highly recommend!! read more

Canela Café - Caprese toast & Avocado toast w/ egg - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

The service was amazing everyone was so sweet, the ambiance was so fresh and pretty and everything on the menu looked and sounded amazing doesn't seem like you could go wrong with anything on the menu. I got the mango tango refresher which was so good and fresh and the torta which was everything I could've asked for, so delicious and huge for the price. The staff made some great recommendations will definitely be back read more

Canela Café - The torta - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

Service was excellent! We ordered the Shaken Brown Sugar Espresso & Caramelo De Leche & they were both delicious. We were even offered to try their café de olla at that cashier and it was also great. Definitely would recommend! Also look at how cute the presentation of their drinks are read more

Canela Café - Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

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Immediately we felt welcomed and at home here! We are traveling and decided to stop in and we are so happy we did. Their pastries and their drinks are phenomenal. I always get nervous that drinks may be too sweet for me, as I cannot tolerate drinks that are too sweet. I ordered the horchata latte. No sugar adjustments could be made due to the mix already being together - I was so impressed with how delicious it was and it had the perfect sweetness, just lightly sweetened. We loved the energy, the kindness and the helpfulness from everyone here. We would love to come back if we are ever in the area again! 10 stars!!!! read more

Canela Café - Art - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

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I found Canela Cafe by accident while driving through the parking lot and was pleasantly surprised! Such a cute vibe inside and the staff was very nice. I got the Biscoff Cookie Latte to take to the grocery store with me... and it didn't even make it in because I drank it so fast. So good! And the mini conchas were so cute! Will definitely return. read more

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Absolutely love this spot! My partner & I were in Santa Maria for work and saw this was a top spot, so we gave it a go! Stellar customer service, the drinks were on point, and the ambiance is very unique and eccentric, which we love! Cannot wait to go through there again just so we can make a stop here! Thank you! read more

They were super nice. I didn't like the drink I got at first and they replaced it right away. Super nice and good drink and pastries.

The ambiance immediate impressed me as I entered the cafe and the service and coffee and drinks raised the bar. Super friendly team! Highly recommend! read more

We stopped by this place on a road trip and were so pleased with the yummy drinks, food and friendly service! Sweet coffee is my favorite and they have so many choices. I got a caramel iced coffee and my husband got shaken brown sugar espresso. We also tried their pink sheet cake and a sweet roll. So delicious! And it was not too far off the freeway for a quick stop. I'm hoping to go back! read more

Best coffee we've had in the area, friendly staff and great atmosphere will definitely be back! read more

Canela Café - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

Muy buen servicio, los empleados fueron súper amables, la comida era increíble, las bebidas estaban fuera de este mundo. read more

Canela Café - Mango tango and Iced Chai Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

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I really appreciate how welcoming the staff was and very attentive, asking how we liked everything we tried. Avocado toast on brioche was delicious & very flavorful with salt, peppers lemon juice and chili flakes & olive oil. Large portions make it easy to share for 2. Enjoyed my iced café de La Olla with a splash of half & half, The Latin X vibes made us feel at home & are apparent throughout the menu & music . Looking forward to coming back on our next road trip from LA. Keep up the good work! read more

Most delicious crafted coffees in the central coast!!! Banana bread lattes has me in a chock hold along with house brewed hot coffee. Also got a concha that was super yummy. Make sure to add this to your road trip list!! read more

Canela Café - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

Walked to this cute coffee shop in Santa Maria. It was fantastic! Everyone was so happy and friendly! Had two great lattes! Will definitely be back during my visit! read more

In a country where sub par food is the norm, I can assure you, you will not find this here. We order two coffees and a Torta Jamón. This was honestly one of the best Tortas we've ever had, reminding my wife of her childhood, and at a coffee shop none-the-less! If you are in Santa Maria, you HAVE to go! read more

Canela Café - Torta Jamón - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

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I loved the atmosphere. Everyone was so friendly and was very helpful. We had the Torta de jamon, it was so flavorful. I'm never going to get coffee anywhere else in Santa Maria. Great place. read more

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Absolutely delicious new coffee shop with amazingly, delightful drinks !! I saw them featured by a local blogger so while out shopping my son and I stopped in and had 2 delicious drinks. Atmosphere is warm and welcoming and staff was so friendly!! Highly recommend and we will definitely go back ! read more

Canela Café - Delicious Banana nut frappe ! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

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I'm very picky about where I get my morning matcha. I heard about this café through TikTok while visiting Santa Maria. I was not disappointed and I will be going back tomorrow. My mother got a vanilla iced latte which was fantastic and I got a ube matcha latte which was so silky and delicious the Matcha tasted fresh and it's not overly sweet which I love. This place is so good. It has a great atmosphere and everyone is super friendly. read more

Canela Café - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

I enjoyed Coffee horchata/crema and a huge BLT ON A BUN!! . New, try it, I think you'll like it!! (Extensive variety on menu, food and soft drinks, coffees!) And that staff knows how to hustle, they kept a customer line moving the hour or so I spent there! Decor is lovely, too! Across B'avia from Target!! read more

The only reason why I won't give 4 or 5 stars is because my drink was not all the way full. Their menu has a variety of drinks and some food. There isn't that much seating and the seating seems a bit crowded. Their customer service is excellent, they are very welcoming and helpful and I appreciate that. I would be back again to try another drink. read more

Canela Café - Cafe curtado, coffee with milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

Amazing service from the second we walked in. Asked for recommendations and they said to go with the most popular. Got the iced banana bread latte it was beyond delicious. The banana cream was heavier than a usual cream top which made the drink extra milky. The cinnamon shines thru but the strong coffee was the star of the show. The ambiance was nice and the environment was welcoming. I will absolutely be back. read more

This coffee shop is a true gem. The coffee is rich, fresh, and expertly prepared, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming from the moment you walk in. The staff are friendly, attentive, and quick to make every visit feel personal. Whether you are stopping in for a morning coffee, meeting a friend, or spending time working, it is a comfortable place to relax and enjoy a great drink. I would happily give this coffee shop five stars and recommend it to anyone looking for excellent coffee, great service, and a cozy atmosphere. read more

Great tasting coffee and pastries. Quick and efficient service. You'll love the ambiance. Don't forget to sign up for the rewards club.

Great local discovery - I had an order of delicious avocado toast - It was the best I've ever tasted! I'm so serious! My husband had the grilled cheese and loved it. We were also treated to the grinch image in our chocolate mocha. Definitely our new breakfast/coffee shop goto. read more

Canela Café - Grinch white chocolate mocha and pup cup. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

The service is amazing everyone is so welcoming and genuinely kind! The drinks are incredibly tasty, and honestly, I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. For banana lovers, I highly recommend the Banana Bread Latte or the Banana Matcha -- it's pure heaven (coming from a true banana-drink lover). The Strawberry Matcha is also delicious and perfectly balanced. Overall, such a great spot with great people and even better drinks. Definitely worth a visit! read more

Canela Café - Menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santa Maria, California

I ate at this adorable cafe today! I ordered a grill cheese and iced coffee. The owner - staff were so welcoming and helpful. I even ordered a bag of beautiful fresh baked cookies. The atmosphere and music are very lovely. The owner passed out cookie samples to all the guests dining and chatting with their yummy specialty drinks. I was very impressed by their fresh healthy menu and beyond excellent customer service! I highly recommend this great business! read more