Great spot with food, coffee, and lots of seating inside/outside. Most of the time when coming to…read morecoffee shops you have to worry about seating especially when you plan to work there but there was plenty. I got: Breakfast burrito with bacon (4/5): good flavor, bacon was crispy, chipotle aioli was tasty and nicely spicy, but potatoes were too big imo. Satisfying and a big burrito for sure. Iced americano with honey (5/5): smooth coffee, good ratio of honey Will be back to try the other stuff!

inconsistent but pretty good when they get it right…read more burritos are mainly potatoes/egg w sprinkling of protein and cheese. donuts are average (not sure where they get them), but overpriced. dont think they take phone orders since its impossible to find a telephone number on the pricier side for a burrito - will probably wait till things stabilize before returning. staff is friendly and food comes out at a decent rate.

The coconut hazelnut latte is absolutely delicious if you like those flavors!…read more I love coconut but don't often like coconut in coffee but this drink was an exception. The proportions were just right and not too sweet. Service was solid / fast. Vibe is modern/cozy.

This place is located right on 10th street so find street parking…read more The vibe inside was ok a little messy but the staff was friendly and offered some recommendations. We ordered 2 lattes: Cookie butter latte (iced) Coozelnut latte (iced) Both with almond milk. These 2 lacked flavor and was super watered down. I was disappointed. I do not recommend.

My girlfriend and I were looking for a caffeine boost to get us through Sunday when we stumbled…read moreupon Recreational Coffee in Downtown Long Beach. A very welcoming vibe upon entry, we were greeted by a friendly couple who answered our questions about popular drink flavors. We decided to go with a Hot Cinnamon Dulce Latte and an Iced Blueberry Lavender Latte. While waiting, there were plenty of chairs, tables, a comfy couch and even a bar area to sit and relax. Tons of board games, books and wonderfully mellow music helps make the experience feel comforting and inviting. Our drinks were prepared quickly and shouted at the coffee bar for pickup. The presentation was great, but the flavors, out of this world! The Cinnamon Dulce Latte was OUTSTANDING. So good, in fact, that my girlfriend stole it from me! Not to worry, her Blueberry Lavender Latte was also top-notch, with a smooth, not-to-sweet flavor combination. Friendly staff (which comes with occasional karaoke renditions from the Bluetooth speakers), a chill vibe and outstanding drinks make this a top spot in the area for hardcore coffee lovers. Check them out!

Visited this place on a Saturday morning. I popped in and popped out with an okay drink. I…read morepreviewed the menu and the Sonora town Horchata latte called my name. Ordered and it didn't take long at all to get it. Did they even add espresso? Who knows because the latte was weak. It barely had any hint of coffee. I asked if the latte was sweet and they said it wasn't. After the first sip I could just taste all sweetness no espresso. Recreational coffee do you guys add espresso to the lattes? Maybe I should have ordered something else not sure.

Kindest workers ever! My friends and I were here on a busy Tuesday evening and we weren't prepared…read morefor how PACKED it was. The lovely man working here, I do believe he might be the owner, pushed together three smaller tables together so my group of five would have somewhere to work. If it weren't for him, we would've left immediately to find somewhere else. I ordered a Mexican hot chocolate and a blueberry muffin that I asked to be warmed! The cafe has a very warm, cozy, old-fashion feel where you never want to leave. I can see why so many people come here just to sit and chat.

We traveled from Northern California to baby sit our grandkids here in Long Beach. While taking…read more our walks around the neighborhood and we found this place that's very comfortable for the kids to relax but especially for us wanting coffee and tea. Plus they serve everything from bagels, croissants, sandwiches, desserts, etc. Place is spacious indoors. The staffers all were very nice and accommodating to the grandchildren. We ordered coffee and some sandwiches and very good! We truly appreciated the kindness of the staff and enjoyed the coffee/tea and food. We will definitely come here again on on our visit to Long Beach and recommend them to our family/friends. John, Thank you the reply! Please tell the staff who provided the banana to our grandson! She so sweet! We where there this morning 9:36am.

100/10 easily in my top 3 favorite strawberry matcha made…read morewith actual strawberries, perfect matcha:milk: strawberry ratio. it blends together perfectly without the flavors overpowering each other | @emzmatchadiary on IG

I absolutely love this coffee shop! Not only is it a great place to study because of the cozy…read moreambiance, but the service is always wonderful and their hot herbal teas are so good. I came here often while studying for an exam, and it was the perfect environment to stay focused. Being surrounded by other people working and studying really creates the kind of atmosphere you need to get through long study sessions. Definitely one of my favorite spots to spend a productive afternoon.

We ordered the large decaf madagascar vanilla latte with oat milk and it was delicious. I prefer a…read morestronger coffee flavor, so I added an extra shot of espresso and it was perfectly balance Prices are steep, but you can taste the quality of the espresso and the syrups don't taste artificial. I appreciate how the staff hand delivers your drinks and the nice clean interior.

This is a small little coffee shop in the Belmont Shore area. There's a bunch of places to eat,…read moredrink and hang out at in the area. This is one of the places worth visiting. I got the Spanish latte and it was pretty yummy. The coffee wasn't too strong or bitter. The employees were friendly and the shop was clean. Can't complain! Yeah I'll come back when in the area!

I've been wanting to visit and finally came in before a Sunday morning walk. Staff were friendly…read moreand answered my questions about the pastries before a final decision was made. I ordered an iced the On My Way latte with a passion fruit pastry. Ugh - I was on my way to heaven! The flavors were pronounced and neither were too sweet and I ended up with flakes everywhere (as one does with a deliciously well-made pastry). The coffee and pistachio flavors melded well and had me properly caffeinated. Desire the busyness, customers entered and left quickly with their to-go orders. The merch was cute and the vibe definitely invited me to stay longer than anticipated.

I really wanted to like this place and perhaps it was an off day.. but between the extremely rude…read moreperson at the front taking my order, the lack of customization on the lattes, and the actual taste - I just feel there's much better spots to visit for coffee in Long Beach. Let's start with service: the woman at the front was very dry, quiet, and uninterested. We tried asking her if we could add cold foam or sweet cream to our drinks to make them sweeter, and she said it was only available on seasonal drinks. As an avid matcha latte consumer, this made zero sense to me. While I don't blame her bc she likely had nothing to do with that decision, she wasn't kind in relaying that information or trying to help me find something on the menu I may like. Her demeanor remained the same when my friend ordered his drink, and we both felt a very negative energy coming from this woman, simply put it didn't seem like she wanted to be there taking our order. This was around 1pm last Saturday (the 21st of March), so they had a decent amount of customers, but it wasn't some crazy morning rush. Forward to the drink : we grabbed our drinks which came out promptly. I tasted my matcha and just as I suspected due to the lack of sweetness, it just tasted like grassy chalk. I assumed that my friends latte would be better, as matcha can tend to have an earthy taste to it to begin with. Then I tried his... chalky and sour. Due to the lack of customization and the barista's attitude, we just took a couple sips and tossed our drinks. It was a super negative experience for a place I really really wanted to like. I think allowing people to use sweetener and cold foam on more than just seasonal lattes would be a great first start, and perhaps training the staff on appropriate customer interaction would also help. Loved the branding on this spot, but it seems like the people who work there don't want to be there and it really put a damper on the experience, and for a place so cute, the drinks and vibes should be top notch.

GUYS. When I tell you this is THE BEST MATCHA place I am not lying. I got their iced matcha with…read moreoatmilk because I think it's a good baseline to judge them off of. The quality of the matcha is amazing and I love how the matcha presence is very prominent. It has the perfect amount of sweetness without it overpowering the matcha and doesn't leave it tasting grassy or bitter. It is also not too creamy or milky. As for the service, the workers were nice and got the drinks out in a timely matter. I def recommend coming here. 1000/10!

Drinks: 5/5 The matcha drinks tasted premium and well-made…read more I tried the hojicha and was really pleased with the overall flavor. The menu also includes short descriptions, which helps when choosing drinks you haven't seen before. Customer Service: 5/5 The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. They answered our questions about the unique drink options and made the experience feel welcoming. Ambiance: 5/5 The vibe was chill and mellow, perfect for relaxing and enjoying your drink. There are a few tables inside, plus cute merch available. Parking: 4/5 Parking spaces are a bit tight, but availability was good when we stopped by in the evening. Definitely a spot I'd come back to when I'm around town.

Jug Band Coffee is one of those places that instantly feels like home…read more The vibe is warm, welcoming, and full of personality -- the kind of coffee shop you want to slow down in. And let me just say... their Mexican mocha is SO good. Perfectly balanced, rich, and comforting without being too sweet. It's honestly become one of my favorite drinks. You can tell a lot of love goes into what they do -- from the drinks to the atmosphere to the people behind the counter. It's the kind of spot that turns a regular coffee run into a little moment of joy. If you're in the area and love good coffee with a great vibe, Jug Band Coffee is a must. I'll definitely be back

I'm not sure why I've waited so long to give Jug Band a try, but I finally made it in and I'm…read moreimpressed. Prices are very reasonable. I tried their special labubu latte with matcha subbed for the espresso and it was fantastic! I'm going to miss it now that it's come off of the specials list. I also stopped by for breakfast one day and had the Big Easy, which was very filling and again a good value. The seating is comfortable but does fill up. Parking is a little rough in this area.

Really good espresso drinks. My partner had a latte she really liked. I like a traditional…read moreespresso macchiato- they made it perfect. The barista took care to make them right. I had a cranberry cake slice- very good. Looks like they're serious about their tea as well. Lots of light - in a corner space with lots of glass. Attractive, spare decor. If I lived in the area I'd make it a regular stop

I'm done with Rose Park. I've gone there for years because of their coffee and baked goods. All…read moreconsistently excellent. All the while dealing with their consistently poor, unfriendly (and often downright surly) customer service. The downtown and Pine Ave locations seems to be the worst offenders. The one on 4th, less so. Stopped by this morning for a Lavender in the Fog. It was pretty busy because there's a conference in town at the convention center. As I waited, I watched one barista interact quite rudely with multiple customers. None of the customers were rude. All were ordering and waiting patiently and politely. As my order was called, I noticed another woman step up as well. It seemed we may have both ordered the same drink and we weren't sure who this order was for. I asked for clarification, and the rude barista snapped at me. I explained that there were two of us with seemingly the same order. The other barista (much nicer) confirmed who the drink was for. This is not the first time I've run into something like this at Rose Park, and frankly I'm over it. I don't know what the issue is or why this continues to happen, but it needs to be addressed. It's not ok.