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    Chit Chat Cafe at the Pier

    3.7 (134 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea

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    Outdoor seating

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    Dharma M.

    Local business at pacifica pier. I found the coffee is reasonably priced and there are different size to choose from. I got cold latte and it was good. It is good to have this mom and pop shop for your thrift and food while you are around the pier as this is the only shop where you don't need to leave the pier.

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    Tim L.

    Saw a few testimonials about the tri tip sammich so we hiked Mori Point before stopping in to buy a couple sammiches. Very yummy smoked tri tip! We'd walked by here so many times before...so glad we finally stopped in.

    Ham and cheese croissant and a very yummy made hot chocolate!
    Marcy F.

    What a gold nugget we found here today! I came into look at the menu when Tyler greeted me and asked if those were my dogs outside? I said yes and he and other patrons immediately told me to bring them in and they were welcome! He made us feel at ease and was welcoming!! He made us delicious food and drinks!! I wish there were more people like Tyler in the food industry!!

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    Cristina M.

    Stopped by here for a warm cup of coffee and what a cute place. Nice and toasty inside especially when it's so windy and cold out, friendly workers and oh so good cup of latte! And the view from inside is pretty amazing. Love this cute little spot.

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    Janet D.

    It really is a small cafe right on the pier! If you're into walking by the ocean, fishing, or craving a bite by the sea, this is your stop! They have some instant food for sale if you want a cheaper option but their food that they make is pretty good. They only have a few people working at this location, but they are quick and friendly with great suggestions. I got their tri tip sandwich and I loved the layers of meat mixed with the arugula. It was a good balance and bite! The perfect accompaniment to a day of fishing. I was recommended their black and white coffee which is a mocha with dark chocolate and white chocolate mixed in. Perfect for a sweet tooth person like me! Inside, they have a small seating area for about 10-15 people in total. But you can always get your food to go and enjoy it outside. While this is their pier location, they have another full restaurant. Anyways, make it a plan to visit if you're going on a hike around Pacifica!

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    Wonderful live music, coffee & food. Cozy and friendly atmosphere always! View of the ocean.

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    The clam chowder was very good and hot. It was loaded with claims and potatoes just the way I like it. I will come back definitely

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    Cute spot on the pier with a great view of the ocean. Service with a smile and a few gluten free treats

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    First of all I want to thank this lady for giving her 1% in effort in making my hot chocolate,

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