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    Captain + Stoker

    4.4 (958 reviews)
    Open 6:30 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Cappuccino
    Rebecca A.

    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!

    Vanilla lattes
    Mai T.

    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.

    Chaela N.

    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!

    Vanilla latte.. soooo good and worth the extra wait. The lines were long, the place was packed but the vibes were perfect!
    Charity D.

    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 !!

    Pastries
    Rossana C.

    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.

    Maggie W.

    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.

    Feb 2026 menu
    Margaret T.

    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.

    Merch
    Kimberly C.

    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!

    Peach be with you, seasonal special
    Magda M.

    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!

    Bri F.

    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!

    Cathy L.

    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

    Avacado toast and latte
    Jessica B.

    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.

    Iced vanilla latte, iced Captain's blend, avocado toast, banana and peanut butter toast
    Amanda Kaye S.

    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.

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    Food was expensive but good. Coffee was ok, better options in and around Monterey. Ambiance chill and welcoming. Service was meh.

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    Got a dirty chai and cortado , both tasted so sour. Im so sorry I wanted to like it but I couldnt. Staff were friendly tho

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    Ask the Community - Captain + Stoker

    Do you guys have good internet?

    I've never timed out when working there! I did some website management, studying, and downloaded some large files for digital art and it all went great :)

    Do you have decaf espresso?

    Yes, we do! :)

    Do you take cash or is it card only?

    Cash is fine.

    Do you serve matcha?

    Yes we do, currently we use Rishi Matcha!

    Do you guys have vanilla lattes?

    Absolutely! We make our vanilla syrup in house weekly :)

    Do you have gift certificates available?

    Yes, we do have gift cards! They can be bought at the register, or you can request an E-gift card by emailing us if you are from out of town and want to be for someone local - info@captainandstoker.com

    Hi. Are there outlets available to the public? Thanks!

    Nope. Just charge before you get there!

    What are the store hours?

    We are open Mon-Friday 6:30-4pm and Sat Sun 7:30-4pm!

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