Scorpion Bay Coffee in Pismo Beach was such a great find! The staff was friendly and welcoming, and…read moremy coffee came out quickly and tasted amazing. You can tell they take pride in what they serve. The shop itself is cute, cozy, and has a really inviting atmosphere. It's the perfect place to get some work done or just relax for a while. I loved that there were plenty of seating options, including comfortable couches, regular tables and chairs, and high-top seating, so it's easy to find a spot that fits what you're looking for. The only downside is the parking. There isn't a dedicated parking lot, so you'll need to find street parking, which can be a little challenging depending on how busy the area is. Other than that, I had a wonderful experience and would definitely come back the next time I'm in Pismo Beach!

Walked here because Stations was pretty packed. Though, these guys were packed too when we hoped it…read morewould be not as long of a line. Stopped in on a Sunday 7/19, as I reviewed the menu, I saw a lot of Mocha drink specialties which was interesting.. We ordered 16ozs, extra hot: Salty Nut and a Vanilla Latte. This size comes with 2 shots of espresso and the 20oz comes with 4 shots. We should've examined this a little better because this size definitely needs an EXTRA SHOT to have more of a coffee taste....so definitely didn't taste like a "perfect cup". (Or we should've went with the 20z with 4 shots but that's too much volume for us.) A little disappointing....not sure if I'd be willing to give it another shot... there's other options....

Tried the chocolate covered pretzel latte and WOW--it was so good!…read more The flavor was perfectly balanced--not overly sweet, but still just right. Sometimes specialty lattes can miss the mark, but this one was honestly one of the best I've had. You can tell they really got it right. I also noticed how clean the location was, and the presentation of the drink was beautiful, which made the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back to try more of their specialty latte

I've waited a while to try this out. I been so busy or parkings been wild. I'm a slight local and…read moream always on the hunt of my next coffee jam. Nowhere in my area has satisfied it and this coffee is sooo good !! coffee butter with sauces that are made local , butter, all the fixings and it's good !!! It was about $12 bucks for a cup, but sooo worth it. Def come in early. I came as soon as they opened on a Sunday and there Was already 3-4 ppl in line. Great gem!

A group of us came to Pismo for a truck show. One of the guys is familiar with the area and raved…read moreabout these cinnamon rolls. We waited in probably a 35-40 minute line and it was WORTH it. These rolls are delicious. The shop is clean and the employees were great. Once back to Vegas. I went to the site and ordered some to come out and have at my mothers. They were equally as great and everyone enjoyed.

Since it was our first time trying Old West Cinnamon Rolls, we were excited to see what all the…read morehype was about. The cinnamon rolls are huge and generously topped with cream cheese frosting that isn't overly sweet, making them perfect for sharing. Unfortunately, our roll seemed a bit overcooked. Instead of being soft, fluffy, and pillowy, the bread had a crunchy texture, which was disappointing since we were expecting a warm, tender cinnamon roll. The frosting was delicious and helped balance it out, but the overcooked bread took away from the overall experience. Even though our first visit didn't quite live up to the hype, we'll definitely be back to give it another try. Hopefully next time we'll get a fresh, soft, melt-in-your-mouth cinnamon roll that everyone raves about.

Don't be thrown off by this tiny coffee counter inside a surf shop- they roast some incredible…read morebeans and the coffee has been amazing every time I've had it. Even though Yelp says this place is closed they were open on Christmas week 2025, so I'm not sure what's up with this listing.

This is my favorite coffee shop in the area. The only down side is the hours. They close at 12 so…read moremake sure that you get there in time. In the corner of Esteem Surf Shop is Cacti Coffee. Depending on when you go it can get really busy. When we went on a Saturday and there was a long line of drinks to be made. He let us know and gave us a heads up it would be about 20/25 minutes. He even gave us a buzzer so we could walk around. The surf shop is fun to look around and the wait time ended up going by quick. When we went on a Tuesday around 11 there was no one in line. I got the Tiramisu Iced Latte and the Lemon Wafer. The Tiramisu was delicious and so pretty. I was tempted to order it again but decided to go with the Lemon Wafer since it was the only other iced drink on the secret menu. It was amazing I wouldn't think that the flavors would work but wow! We also ordered a drip coffee, which I'm not a black coffee person but it was great and they roast their own coffee. And we also got the Salted Caramel Latte which was delicious and had a crème brûlée top. If you're looking for a coffee shop to sit down and chat this isn't the spot but being a block away from the beach it's much better to grab a drink here and walk to the beach and enjoy the scenery. They also have cute merch as well. Definitely worth the try. He is also super friendly and helpful if you're trying to pick a drink for yourself or a friend.

Steaming Bean is such an adorable little coffee spot in Shell Beach. Their outdoor patio areas are…read morea big selling point; the lower one is expansive and has a large lounge area with comfortable seating, and the upper patio has various tables and beautiful ocean views - so relaxing! The perfect spot to do some work on your laptop or meet a friend for coffee and food. Their coffee is absolutely delicious and they have a good variety of breakfast and lunch options. I highly recommend their iced lattes, smoothies, and croissant / breakfast sandwiches! Service is always friendly and can be a tad slower sometimes, but generally expected in the generally quieter, sleepy town of Shell Beach (except during the busy summer months). Overall, the atmosphere and vibe of Steaming Bean is just perfection. I love this place!

Friendly service and a good room to work in. Coffee menu had seasonal syrups and food menu looked…read moregood (didn't try). Back patio does not allow dogs. Reasonable prices. A nice hang in Shell Beach. Wish they recycled.

I stopped here with my family mid-roadtrip and it was fantastic. It's small but there's plenty of…read moreseating on the patio and the vibes were immaculate! Everything was so clean and our food was prepared very fast and everything was delicious. Everything is homemade and the staff was so nice and made us feel very welcome. I would definitely recommend stopping by for a bite to eat! :)​

Bobby is the best! Very friendly, hospitable and kind!…read more I love the back area.... Very relaxing and clean. We went back the next day and I bought his homemade bottle of hot sauce.... I've yet to try but I'm sure it's the bomb!

Great service. Friendly. Donuts are fresh, a little chewy…read morewith some density. Good taste. Enjoyed a vanilla glazed with a latte. Yummy treat. Went back the next morning and the gal remembered us with a sweet welcome.

Fancy donuts by the beach!…read more It's a small shop next to a couple other small shops. They have a couple of tables and chairs outside for you to enjoy your donut too. There always seemed to be a trickle of people coming in to order donuts. The workers were always patient, especially since it took me a while to decide on a donut. The donuts are on the sweeter side, but very tasty.

Delicious food and super fast service. We got the clam chowder in a bread bowl with the seafood,…read moreclams, and green onions, and also got the grilled cheese. Good sized portions. Just know you might be a line a while since it's popular but the line moves fast. Great casual place. Want to come back for their lobster rolls next time.

The best clam chowder ever!!!…read more Splash cafe is a must-visit if you're in Pismo Beach. This was my second time here and honestly the food tasted better than I remembered! My friend and I ordered a clam chowder bread bowl, a regular clam chowder bowl, and calamari & fries to share. We were FULL and had leftovers. The clam chowder was delicious, and the calamari & fries were also really good. I highly recommend getting both! I came on a Saturday around 8pm, and there was still a line outside. Thankfully the wait to order wasn't too long. After ordering, you can find a seat and wait for your food to be ready. Overall, I had another great experience at Splash Café and would definitely come back the next time I'm in Pismo Beach!