This cold brew will hit you in the chin like a randy johnson fastball . Strongest i ever did have. It literally cured a hangover. Also , friendly, personable staff. Wish they had a few more food options . Will definitely be back ! read more

the coffee is very expensive for a very small amount. i also found my drink to be very watery and not super flavorful (i got an iced mocha). the staff are super nice though if you're in Monterey there's definitely better coffee shops in the area. read more

Feels like it's run by college students instead of actual customer service staff. 1st time - went Thursday at 10am, busy but fast line, they were out of everything we planned to get ahead of time looking at Yelp reviews, didn't care to offer alternatives, yawning. Second time, we went back Friday 9am for our favorite of the three. No line. Out of inventory. Cashier very dismissive; looking away with annoyance when deciding what to buy instead - despite no one behind us. read more

Started off my day in Monterey here! Parking was easy to find, location is open and spacious with a fun bike theme that made me snap a shot for my cyclist husband, and I appreciate that they have seasonal menu specials. Despite the rave reviews that drew us here, we found the service was a little brusque, came off as annoyed. Ordered the shaken sesame and the avocado toast, added the soft boiled egg for protein. Flavor of the drink was subtle and it wasn't as strong as I'd hoped for, maybe cold brew would have been a better choice. Avocado toast was smaller than expected and the egg was overcooked, but was nice to have a fresh option to start the day. Friends finished their drinks but didn't have much to say about them. On the plus side, regulars were sitting around working, wifi was easily accessible. read more

There weren't a ton of coffee shops that popped up on my radar during my short stay in Monterey, so when I found this one, I decided to take the 25 minute walk from my hotel. It was a cool shop, a few chairs outside and long picnic table type seating inside. I grabbed a drip coffee and it was good enough. I honestly can't remember it, which means it wasn't bad but it wasn't great. I went to so many different coffee shops during my California road trip, this was mediocre. read more

This place is awesome. Cool location, tasty breakfast sandwiches, and good coffee. Would come back next time I visit.

This is my go to spot when I'm in the Monterey / pacific grove area! The cafe is super aesthetic with ample seating, both inside and outside. Love that parking is usually pretty easy to find. The coffee itself is always a hit and I love their seasonally flavors and syrups. This time, I got the honey lavender latte and it was so delicious and floral! The staff are super sweet and the baristas nail the latte art every time. read more

Captain + Stoker - Lavender honey latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

Came here for coffee and a pastry after seeing they had gluten free options... Got the Shaken Sesame, which was decent. However, I specifically came here the given the menu mentions gluten free options, and I've been here in the past and gotten a gluten free muffin. When I asked the worker if there were any gluten free pastries, she didn't even look at the pastry case and rudely told me no. Not a, "Sorry, no", just "No.". Looked at the menu again in confusion as the peanut butter balls literally in the display case are labeled as gluten free. Soooo are there actually no gluten free options, or was the worker too lazy to do her job? Either way, it's disappointing and misleading. Service needs a lot of work. read more

Captain + Stoker - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

Everything about this place was amazing! I got an oat milk cappuccino and their espresso was so smooth and delicious. The ambience was clean, inviting and made me feel so happy just walking in there. The service was great. They were super fast despite being incredibly busy. Even if you had to wait a little bit, it is so nice in there that it's relaxing. It's a vibe, definitely a must try. read more

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Amazingly good coffee. I was staying in the downtown area and was happy to find this place near my hotel. I order three hot vanilla lattes for myself and two other family members. Oh my! The coffee was rich, velvety smooth while the milk was steamed just right. Specialty coffee takes time to prepare so it was worth the wait. Staff didn't cap the lattes which I appreciated. I take that first sip before I cap when taking it to go. I wish I had time to sit down to enjoy it. There was plenty of seating. I will definitely come back when I visit Monterey. I did grab one of their pins for my coffee apron at home. read more

Captain + Stoker - Vanilla lattes - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

Took a day trip out to Monterey and had to stop by Captain + Stoker. Heard good things about this spot and it didn't disappoint. We ordered the golden latte and vanilla latte. Both were good but would definitely double down on the vanilla lattes next time. We showed up in the afternoon on a weekday and all the pastries were out, so I'd recommend coming early to try any of those. Parking was easy and the employees were super nice! read more

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Captain + Stoker is one of the premier coffee shops recommended by Yelp users, so I had to try it! The interior is cute and bicycle decorated, and there's tons of indoor seating with people crafting, working, and engaging in pleasant conversation. There's a long street bordering Captain + Stoker with lots of parking alongside it. It's less than a 10 minute drive from downtown Monterey, so I would highly recommend this for anyone coming from out of town who wants good coffee and something nearby the tourist attractions. The hot latte was yummy and frothy, I see why this location has the hype that it does. read more

Captain + Stoker - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

Local coffee shop with beachy vibes and random bike decor. They have some seasonal drinks in addition to the standard menu. I also saw quite a few bottled juice selections which seemed pretty interesting. Got an iced coffee for $4 and an iced seasonal gingersnap latte for $6.75. Quality was good and the flavored lattes aren't too sweet! Staff are friendly and the hot drinks come out in cute custom cups. read more

Captain + Stoker - Feb 2026 menu - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

Very late review as they now have a new seasonal menu. One of my favorite stops in the area aside from Revival Ice Cream. I highly recommend this coffee shop. The fallback drink of choice is their vanilla iced latte. I do try to seasonal offering if they look appealing. I noticed the fly situation is getting worse though. Hopefully they resolve that.. other than that no real complaints. read more

This coffee shop is so beautiful, I loved that bike hanging there. Super creative! Their coffee is really good. I tried their Colombia and Panama pour over and the Colombia is my favorite one. You should definitely try that one. The pastries were not that great, I didn't like the one made with peanut cream, and muffin was whatever but I'm here reviewing the coffee:) the service was amazing, the girl that took my order was very nice. read more

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Popped in here last Tuesday morning after yoga as it was across the street from the Monterey Gym. We found across the street parking and didn't have to wait too long for a table. I went for their croissant sandwich (forgot the name) but they gave me extra veggie instead of the ham. I love that avocado is everywhere in CA. The croissant was fluffy and buttery and delish! The matcha latte was more of a green tea latte. They use an organic blend by Rishi. So it's not a traditional ceremonial grade matcha. But it was fine. My husband liked his coffee and croissant sandwich as well. I liked the vibes of this place, not too touristy, beautiful decor. Good drinks and food. Perfect spot post workout! read more

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Absolutely love Captain + Stoker! We had stayed in Monterey for a night and needed a pick me up before a long day, and thankfully found this spot. There was a line, but it was well worth the wait! The baristas were friendly and the atmosphere was so good. Stayed in to enjoy our lattes and pastries. We got iced vanilla lattes with macadamia milk, and arguably, it was the best latte we've had in a long while. Also got a couple of morning buns and an almond croissant. The pastries were elite. Great texture and flavors. Loved our visit so much that we snagged a tee and some beans. Can't wait to come back again and support an awesome cafe! read more

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Stopped by Captain + Stoker and really enjoyed it. The matcha latte was DELICIOUS, best matcha yet! I subbed oat milk and a little vanilla sweetener and it was perfect. Service was quick and friendly, and parking was super easy with plenty of open spots nearby. When I got there there was no line at all, but by the time I left there was a line out the door, which definitely says something. I didn't try the food this time, but everything coming out looked amazing. Looking forward to going back! read more

Captain + Stoker - Menu 5/21/26 - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

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Perfect way to start to a lazy Sunday! Really enjoyed my coffee and the ambiance here. read more

Captain + Stoker - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

We came by early on a Saturday before our whale watching tour. I found myself saying "if I ever owned a coffee shop, I'd want it to be just like this..." that's how much I loved this spot. Ok so we shared an avocado toast which was divine - super fresh avocado, the right amount of olive oil, flaky salt and red pepper flakes. Yummm! Then we also got a pastry and their special "peach be with you". I will say - as much as it was tasty - the thickness of the bread vs toppings just wasn't quite right. I won't ding stars though for my preference. Overall we just loved this spot and great to come by with a dog too! read more

Captain + Stoker - Peach be with you, seasonal special - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

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Fantastic: bright, open concept layout sprinkled with plants and friendly cashier. The artwork on their cups is super cute! This spot is very popular so expect a wait. We got 2 seasonal drinks and an iced latte. The downside was I didn't like the drinks as they all tasted a bit watered down and the Legwarmer (their version of the PSL) had an acidic taste to it so wouldn't return based on drink quality alone but the vibes make this place lovely. read more

Captain + Stoker - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

I've always enjoyed coming here. The coffee is consistently great, and that's one of the reasons I continue to return. Today's visit was disappointing. I ordered two avocado bowls and requested that two eggs be added to each bowl, for a total of four added eggs, which the cashier repeated back to me to confirm the order. I understood there would be an additional charge for the eggs. Unfortunately, when I got to my destination and opened the containers, each bowl only had one added egg, even though I was charged for a total of four added eggs. The avocado bowls are already on the expensive side, so it's frustrating to pay for something that wasn't provided. I immediately tried calling the café so I could speak with a manager and have the issue corrected, but my call was disconnected, and I wasn't able to reach anyone. I understand that mistakes happen, and I appreciate that the cashier entered the order correctly. My frustration is with the order not being prepared as requested and not being able to reach anyone to resolve the issue. I hope the team can be more attentive to verifying orders before they leave the kitchen and ensure customers have a reliable way to contact someone when there is a problem. I enjoy supporting this business and genuinely hope this feedback helps improve the customer experience. read more

Stopped in here a couple times while visiting from out of town after seeing good reviews and wanted to love it but was rather underwhelmed by the coffee. Cappuccino came out beautifully (pictured) but tasted a bit weak, as did the triple-shot iced latte I ordered a couple days later. Wasn't awful by any means but I probably wouldn't come back. Baristas were pleasant, interior was spacious, and decor was cute! read more

Captain + Stoker - Cappuccino - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

Great coffee and the pastry we ordered was just perfect, so soft and doughy .. I must admit the lines were a bit long but definitely worth it. Music was great too and ambiance is just right. Will be back next time around !! read more

Captain + Stoker - Vanilla latte.. soooo good and worth the extra wait. The lines were long, the place was packed but the vibes were perfect! - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

Stopped by before heading out to a racetrack! The two drinks that I got were the peach black tea something refreshing and I wish it had been a little sweeter. The matcha latte isn't your typical ceremonial powder, or it wasn't strong as I wanted to be. It's still a matcha latte but overall cute place read more

Captain + Stoker - Peach black tea - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

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Still one of my favorite places to stop by when in Monterey - I got myself a matcha latte and my husband got a cortado. Line was out to the sidewalk but the employees worked efficiently and as best as they could. Great drinks, good vibes, a clean restroom. read more

Captain + Stoker - Matcha latte & cortado - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

Get the cinnamon roll and London fog! Both are super tasty and great way to start the morning after a nice walk around the coast. read more

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We had great coffee in a place that felt hip and awake. A line formed after we ordered our beverages and food and anytime a seat emptied it filled again soon. One large community table had the most chairs. Several people were working away on their laptops. Food was tasty- avocado toast, peanut butter and banana toast, chia seed pudding and a morning bun. Coffees ordered were a seasonal strawberry garden latte, London fog, and cappuccino. All the drinks were great. We ordered our food "for here" but they ran out of plates- we had to ask for silverware with each dish and it seemed to bother the staff a bit. Making it self-serve could eliminate that issue. Space is tight but the drinks and food are great. read more

Captain + Stoker - Morning bun and seasonal latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

I really love this cafe! The vibes are great here with so much space to sit and hang with friends and/or family or work. There is a menu and a special that they have as well. I really love the coffee here and the banana on sourdough toast was so good. They have a lot of drink options, food and pastries options as well. It's a really great spot for locals and visitors in Monterey! read more

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This was a cute little place to grab a snack and a coffee. Huge windows and and airy space. Many people were working there in the afternoon. read more

Captain + Stoker - Avacado toast and latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

Outstanding affogato. Great taste, and enormous, too Two scoops (in a freakin' BOWL of espresso)?! And all for five bucks? Excellent vibes here, too. Five stars! read more

Captain + Stoker - The happiest little affogato you've ever seen - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

My partner and I visited this open-to-air coffee shop after seeing it on Instagram reels. I ordered the avocado toast and an iced Captain's blend, and they ordered the banana and peanut butter toast, and an iced vanilla latte. Our coffees were yummy and our toasts were very fresh. We had to wait a bit for seating, but people were filing in and out pretty quickly. read more

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I am writing to report a serious and concerning incident involving a beverage I purchased today. Earlier today, I ordered a coffee and also purchased a pressed juice called "Recoverade." The coffee was fine, but I consumed the juice gradually throughout the day. When I reached about one-third of the bottle and attempted to drink the chia seeds at the bottom, I noticed the texture was unusually chunky and felt extremely strange--similar to shards. I immediately spat the contents back into the bottle and inspected it. Upon closer examination, I discovered what appear to be shards of glass inside the drink. This has caused me significant distress and concern for my safety, as I may have unknowingly consumed some of the contaminated product. This situation is extremely serious and poses a major health risk. I have a little cut in my lips I am requesting the following: An immediate investigation into this incident read more

Captain + Stoker - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

Some coffee shops are so good you would plan a trip back to their location for it. Captain and Stoker in Monterey is one of those places. I was going to get a cappuccino until I saw the "shaken sesame" on their seasonal menu. It wasn't too sweet, was slightly nutty, and you can absolutely taste the coffee! I love it when specialty drinks do not just taste of sugar. The coffee had a toffee-ish caramelized note to it but was also slightlly acidic. They ran out of their famed almond croissant by the time I got there at 10 AM, so I guess it's an excuse to go back next time! There's so much seating throughout and it felt like a community establishment. It has a very characteristically coastal vibe that's very casual but also elegant. read more

Captain + Stoker - menu (august 2025) - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

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We won't be back due to a lack of hospitality. We prefer warmer, more inviting interactions. But the coffee was ok at least and the peanutbutter toast was very good. read more

My family wanted to try out the coffee here and was kind enough to bring me back a matcha latte. I usually add a touch of sweetness to my matcha, but they forgot this time. I found the matcha to be more bitter than other matcha I've had. Personally I like my matcha smoother without the bitterness. I'm not sure if it's the type of matcha they use here causing this. Unfortunately even after adding sugar to sweeten it, the drink just didn't have the cohesion I was hoping for. The vanilla syrup they make in house is supposed to be pretty good. I'll probably try to get that in my drink if I come back. Family mentioned that the coffee they had with the vanilla syrup was really good! read more

Captain + Stoker - Matcha latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

Such a cute place! Very open with lots of seating and I like when they have the garage doors up so it makes the place feel even more open. Their vanilla syrup is definitely made in-house and is so delish! Can never go wrong with an iced vanilla latte and it was actually recommended to us from the barista! Everyone was super nice and friendly as well! read more

Captain + Stoker - Iced Vanilla Latte and Iced Gingerbread Latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Monterey, California

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I hate to be leaving this review, but this is the second time in recent months I have had a very dismissive cashier. I simply asked a question and got an eye roll... this was a different individual than the previous time, and it wasn't busy. With other amazing coffee shops in town, I believe it's time I take my business elsewhere permanently as this is becoming what you are known for... I would recommend educating your staff on being polite and kind to customers! read more

One of my favorite coffee shops! Great drinks, delicious pastries, and friendly people.

Was on the lookout for good coffee in the area and found Captain + Stoker on Yelp! The store is really cute - good lighting and lots of plants. Got a latte and it was pretty average, nothing notable. The drink could have been hotter temperature wise though. Standard coffee but nice spot to study/work in. read more

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