Stopped by Gum Tree in Hermosa Beach and really enjoyed the cozy, welcoming feel inside. It's a nice spot to sit, relax, and take a break from walking around the area. I had a coffee, which was good and hit the spot, and my friend ordered the grilled cheese with a fruit plate - simple, comforting, and nicely done. Service was good and staff friendly. One cool detail out front is a small wishing tree where you can hang tags, which adds a fun, thoughtful touch to the place. The gift shop next door was bright and festive, perfect for the holidays, and a great spot to pick up some last-minute, unique gifts you don't see everywhere. Overall, a really pleasant café and shop combo that's worth checking out. read more

Gum Tree Cafe - The gift shop next door - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

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I used to really enjoy the atmosphere, but over time things changed. Some employees started treating me poorly as a customer, and that didn't feel right. I'm an adult woman, almost 48, and I don't appreciate being told how I should behave in a disrespectful way. At one point, an employee even told me not to talk to other customers--even when they were the ones starting conversations with me. That felt like bullying. Thankfully, that employee is no longer there, but the overall attitude still hasn't fully improved. I've been bringing my two dogs with me for a long time without any issues. Recently, I was told I can't use the bathroom anymore--even just to quickly wash my hands before eating. I understand rules about dogs not being allowed in certain areas, and that was explained properly, but the way everything was handled felt unnecessary and unwelcoming. Because of this shift in attitude, I've noticed other customers have stopped coming as well, like Alex and Trisha. Some people have even mentioned that the overall environment and customer treatment aren't as good as they used to be. It's disappointing, because this used to be a place I really liked. Now it feels like the attitude has changed, and not in a good way. read more

Gum Tree Cafe - Salmon avocado onions Greek yogurt with fruit and X and a coconut latte - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

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What a cute store! Gum Tree Store is such an amazing space. It always makes me feel happy and uplifted when I walk in. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the service makes shopping here a pleasure. I love buying local instead of online, especially because most of their items are the same price as online and are carefully curated. You won't find any junk here, just thoughtful, high-quality items. I usually find something unique to take home for myself or to gift to someone I love. Keep doing your thing Gum Tree. You have a special place in our community! 5 stars! And next time, I'll try the cafe. read more

Gum Tree Cafe - Holiday ornaments. - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

LOVE! Incredible service, views, food. Such a wonderful place. Ocean views, gift shop, avocado toast, etc

Had a brunch date with a friend and we decided to eat here. We both really liked it! We sat outside and enjoyed the weather. They also have tables inside but outside became our fave. I usually get the avocado toast and that's a 10/10 Service is always very friendly! read more

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Very cute cafe with delicious food. Highly recommend. Got pesto chicken sandwich with mom's potato salad (not pictured). Cinnamon roll, veggie breakfast wrap with fruit and cold brew. Staff was friendly and food came out pretty quickly, however they brought the food first, then the drinks, then the cinnamon roll. Check this spot out! read more

Gum Tree Cafe - Cinnamon roll - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

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I had a bad experience here. I walked in with my friend to the little shop next to the cafe. The two store associates just stared at us the whole time we were in the store. Didn't say hello or welcome in. But as soon as another lady walked in they were quick to say hello. I saw another review that mentioned something similar and I guess this is a regular thing. Good to know. I'll make sure to tell people to not come in. This experience made me and my friend really uncomfortable. read more

Stopped by the cute, cozy & relaxing Gum Tree Café for coffee with my husband & ended up enjoying so much more. We had delicious avocado egg toast, tomato soup, great coffee & a wonderful pumpkin latte. The staff was very friendly & helpful, which made the experience even better. Next door is a charming gift shop filled with festive, unique holiday finds. Out front, there's a thoughtful wishing tree where you can write a wish on a tag & hang it on the branches...lovely touch. II'm ready to stop in again for another pumpkin latte! read more

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Gumtree makes the best spice chai in this town! I say this as somebody who grew up making chai authentically from scratch. The barista is super sweet and friendly. Can't wait to go back! The vibe of the cafe was also very cozy and inviting. I enjoyed getting some productive work done while sipping on my creamy, oat milk chai. read more

Gum Tree Cafe - Spiced Chai Latte - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

Came for a coffee and instead got a turkey sandwich and the potato leak soup. I'm so glad I listened to the cashier because he did not lie about the soup. It's amazing! The sandwich was just ok, but will definitely be back for the soup. They also have seem to have good lattes, but will have to come back for that. We hadn't planned on sitting, but everyone was so friendly and the chatter of everyone enjoying their meals in the beautiful weather made us stay. read more

Gum Tree Cafe - Turkey Sandwich (added bacon) - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

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Foods are not consistent. Sometimes good and a few times not so good. Cafe latte was very good! The view outdoors sitting is beautiful. We go there for the coffee and the view when weather is nice! read more

I used to like coming here for the breakfast sandwich but I'm not too sure why the change for bread-- it's truly awful. I always ordered the breakfast sandwich but recently it came with a bread with so-called tomato purée-- what I thought is this? I mean it made me want to throw up it was that bad. I love the location of this place but please don't change a good thing just because you feel the need to change. Moreover, the bread you serve without the purée is also a head scratcher. Please keep it simple no need to add fluff to your basic offerings. read more

Still absolutely delicious in spite of a tiny kitchen. Has adorable patio with a surprisingly large amount of seating, and the best view in all of Hermosa Beach. Nothing has changed in all the years. This establishment has operated except the prices have gone up. But who has not experienced that?! Try the delicious lavender latte for a spring time treat! read more

Gum Tree Cafe - Cafe Latte and treat! - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

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Great giftshop for unique gifts for everyone on your list! Cards, books, decor, games, kids clothes and nick nacks of all kinds. I have not tried the cafe but they were a great spot for my Christmas shopping. Parking can be tricky in this area but a nice walk on Pier Ave. is always pleasant. This will be on my list to shop for people for birthdays, christmas, gifts for coworkers, etc. read more

Met a friend to catch up over brunch. The team was friendly, the food delicious, and the portions ample. Always happy to support locally owned spots and this is one that has graced Hermosa Beach for years. read more

Light and fresh Australian breakfast place. Tiny/cosy inside. Beautiful outdoor seating. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. The salsa was spectacular. Serving sizes are a little on the smaller side. Coffee was good. The pastries inside included overpriced tim tams. The the person taking my order came off to me as standoffish and impatient. Luckily the rest of the service from the other people were helpful and friendly. This cafe also has a small shop with really fun goods to look at! read more

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Went just to get a mocha but ended up getting their Homemade cinnamon roll because it looked so good! They were both presented amazing and the mocha had a beautiful chocolate design in it that I wasn't expecting. The service was quick and good and you pay up front and they'll bring everything out to you. Inside has a white clean look to everything and very inviting. Only issue is there's little parking so it can be a little tougher to get to. read more

Gum Tree Cafe - Cafe Mocha, cinnamon roll - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

The food is very good. A little pricier. Helpful staff. The view overlooking HERMOSA beach is great. Recommend.

I haven't had an Aussie pie in such a long time, so I was thrilled to find a café that served it (as well as Australian coffee). Ordered the chicken curry Aussie pie and a lavender latte before grabbing a seat outside on the patio overlooking the street, with a decent view of the promenade and beach from the distance. Aussie pie had a good, hearty crust, and the curry was strong and flavorful, but my god was the chicken so dry, to the point it was almost unbearable to eat. The lavender latte was cute in the mug, but there was a notable sour aftertaste which I didn't really care for. Overall, it was just okay, but the location and views made up for it! read more

Gum Tree Cafe - Lavender lattes - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

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Food here is p bougie. Like I got a Brie cheese and peach jam sandwich. That was pretty good even tho cheese and jam wouldn't seem good together. The scone was dry bc scones are dry but the flavor was also good. The bacon egg and mushroom sandwich was probably the least fav. There was too much bread so that was dry when some sauce could be added to be bussin. The price was very expensive but ig that's bc we are like 10 min walk to the beach so it's a nice vibe. I guess u would go for the experience and nice atmosphere bc beach. But they had a screen that went behind a the fence probably to protect people from falling but the screen was pretty dirty. read more

Gum Tree Cafe - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

Ambiance: cozy home style brunch place, and its next door is the gift shop, two businesses sharing the same establishment, street metered parking only Service: friendly and patient with questions about their signatures and speciality, attentively served water and food Food & Drink: variety choices from the menu and daily specials, they strive to use organic and locally sourced ingredients Avocado Toast - **** breakfast special, half toast, topped with arugula, egg whites, feta cheese, pesto drizzle, unique combinations, recommend Meat Pie - **** Aussie pie, ground beef, diced carrots, celery, onion, gravy, served with tomato sauce, crispy outside and juicy inside, recommend Mixed Greens - *** side dish, rotten leaves, not very fresh Fruits - *** side dish, not so fresh either Cafe Mocha - **** beautiful latte art and sweet taste, recommend Price: moderate portions and reasonable prices, expect $20+ per person read more

Gum Tree Cafe - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

This place is so cute and such a close walk to the beach! Not to mention, the coffee here is so delicious! read more

Gum Tree Cafe - Carmel Vanilla Iced Latte - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

Following on our recent delightful visit to the shop, a girl friend and I tried Gum Tree Cafe for lunch. The cafe is as cute as the shop, and the food is great! I enjoyed lunch so much that I've already brought another friend back for lunch ag AMBIENCE (5/5) The outdoor patio is adorable, fairly spacious, and perfect for a casual meal. You order at the counter inside the cafe, find a table outside, and your meal is brought outside to you. FOOD (4/5) I'm a big fan of Aussie meat pies, At the cashier's recommendation, I opted for the Thai chicken curry pie. The pie was savory with chicken, coconut milk, onions, and vegetables and came with a refreshing salad. A perfect lunch portion! SERVICE (4/5) The team was friendly and polite! read more

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My mom grabbed some stuff from here while my partner and I worked remote at the hotel. She says the vibes were nice and they had decent food offering. She got me an Arnold Palmer that I enjoyed. It was the perfect mix of lemonade and tea but did get weak at the end but that's to be expected. My partner got the Mediterranean Salad which tasted pretty good. Think the Trader Joe's one but with a bugler and a tad more "upscale" aka better. I can't speak on the service but I would def go there in person to try other stuff next trip here. read more

Great small Cafe. VERY cool boutique next door. Some good specials. Soups. Pastries. Several vegan options. The outdoor seating is nice and cozy. The staff is GREAT. Last time, I had the avocado toast. It was really good. One of my favorite places to relax and have a good meal and coffee. read more

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Love their food. Nice vibe to hang out for coffee or lunch. Polite staff. I'll be back!

Walked past Gum Tree a few times and decided to give it a try. Lattes were delicious. Highly recommend. They have Oat, Hemp, Almond and soy milk alternatives. Food was okay. I got the avocado toast which was a great portion size. Kids menu was very limited for breakfast so that was kind of a bummer. Banana bread was dry, dense and flavorless. Overall I feel like there are better alternatives for breakfast options. read more

Gum Tree Cafe - Avocado Toast - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

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My friend, her two year old son and I stopped by for a brunch meal. We ordered a kids breakfast (toast, egg and fruit) for the little one, and split a beet salad and prosciutto sandwich between the two of us. Besides the portions being more on the smaller side (relative to the price), the food was fresh/good. We also ordered a lavender latte and an americano which were both good as well. Despite being on the busier side, we were able to find seating pretty quickly and the service (from the lady who took our order and the lady who delivered our meals) were both friendly and kind. read more

I found out about this place through the Hermosa Beach police department. The owners were nice enough to host a cops and coffee event here for a meet and greet. While here, we decided to order some food to enjoy in their patio area. Tables are placed with generous space between them to allow dog owners to bring their furry friends. The food here is amazing, especially the bacon, eggs, and mushroom breakfast sandwich. It's served with your choice of a salad or fresh fruit. There's plenty of other offerings on the menu to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. The owner is a really delight to talk and willing to share his personal history. This guy lived all over the world, literally. His loved of the community and providing great food goes without saying. read more

Love this place!! Great place to get coffee I'm sure, but both times I've been, I got soup!! Their soup is amazing!! I tried 2 different ones they had. I can't remember the second one, but potato was one of them. So good. Great service too & plenty of parking although I just walked over. Great outdoor seating area! I'll be going back for sure! read more

A cute cafe by the beach. They have a gift shop next to it. You order at the counter and they can bring your food to the table. It might seem like it isn't a lot of food but it's so filling. It's a nice place to stop by for a bite. read more

Food is amazing! And the people make it so fast. They have food for all kinds of people. They have a bathroom in case you need it. The feeling in the room is calm and pleasant. Also connected to the store there is a gift shop from ages 2- older read more

I have enjoyed brunch at the little cafe multiple times. The menu is limited but I have liked almost everything I have tried there. Very limited indoor seating but they have a nice little patio out on the street side. The only issue was my last visit had a lot of unwanted diners - flies. read more

I came in for the first time and was waited on right away. They made me a chai with whole milk and it was probably the best chai that I have ever had! It wasn't very busy in there on that day and I had no problem finding a table to sit at. You have to ask for the Wi-Fi password and it is only valid for an hour. Cute space and friendly service. read more

Gum Tree Cafe - a cup of coffee on a saucer - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

Absolutely love this Hermosa Beach gem. The staff is friendly, the pastries are tasty and coffee and tea drinks are on point. Lots of seating outside, under pretty umbrellas in a garden like setting. There's also limited seating inside at cute little tables. The whole vibe is "beach cafe meets Paris street cafe." Somehow it works. Pets are welcome outside, but not inside. If you've got extra time, check out its sister shop, full of beautiful tchotchkes you really don't need but are going to want. read more

This is a cute restaurant. It looks and feels like you are eating at a friend's backyard patio area. It's nice eating here. I ordered the avocado toast, along with a latte. The avocado toast is a lot of food. Very filling. I got the chili flakes, which made it a little too hot (spicy). Service: Friendly. You order at the counter, and they deliver your food to your table. You seat yourself, and bus your own table. Parking: Metered, street. read more

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Service was friendly and place was cute. Only 2 options for Aussie meat pies which were chicken curry and a beef one. They also had sausage rolls which I ordered and thought was tasty but got food poisoning afterwards so totally not worth it. Nice views from the outdoor seating area but so many flies that kept landing on us and our food. The beef pie was delicious and definitely better than the curry pie. Metered parking along the street. I recommend the fruit vs the greens aka salad which was just salad mix and dressing. read more

Quick recap: - Coffee: Excellent - Portion size: Average - Service: At the counter; Nice - Environment: Cafe + outside covered - $: Slightly expensive - Perks: Get a free coffee when you buy beans More details: We went there for a quick coffee on a Sunday. We had an espresso ($3 ish) and a Cappuccino ($4 ish). The taste was good - not excellent but above average for America. The staff was nice. Overall? Good coffee. Nice environment. Expensive compared to a drip coffee at a bar, but worth the premium! read more

Gum Tree Cafe - Espresso ($3) - Australian Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

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What a cute little spot!! Came here for breakfast and was so obsessed we went back every day while here! They have a lot of outdoor seating with umbrellas and shady spots so there is plenty of room for everyone. All staff is wearing masks while serving and there is hand sanitizer in multiple locations. Also their condiment station is all in little containers so they are really easy to grab! All sweeteners and hot sauces perfectly portioned out for you. The coffee... AMAZING! Huge coffee snob and the flavor was on point. Love how they also have non-dairy options too like oatmilk and almond milk for your coffee. Tried a few different items from their menu and each item was fabulous! They rotate their daily specials and our favorite one is the avocado toast with bacon, goat cheese, and a honey drizzle over top! Blew my mind lol. The egg and cheese croissant was also a banger. So simple yet so tasty. Can't wait to come back at our new fav breakfast spot!! read more

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i'm a hermosa native so gum tree has always been a staple when it comes to having a nice get together with fresh food, celebrating a loved one, or just doing some shopping! i don't know what has changed, but there is a clear tonal shift when it comes to the staff the past couple of years. whenever i come in (the store specifically) i get followed around the entire time i'm browsing. whether it be trailing me, peeking through their corridor or small window separating the main room from the children's section, there is pretty much not a single moment where i'm not being monitored. when i go in with my friends they are left alone even when they have a larger bag than i do and yes, we are different races. i hope i'm not reading too much into this but it's really a horrible feeling and it sucks to not feel welcome in my hometown when i've done nothing but support and love my community :( read more