Going to have some of these brands shipped!!! Met the owners and will be ordering some of this…read morefantastic and historical beans!!! Very cool spot! Can't wait to visit in person!!!

Service was great. Very informative on their beans and where they come from or sourced. Fhey have a…read morevariety of coffee drinks including one that's an espresso The teas are also delicious and you can make it hot or cold. Reasonable prices and reasonable prices for the roasted beans too. Also love the fact that they repurpose the burlap sacks that holds the beans into tote bags

I never leave reviews but this coffee shop is my absolute favorite! The baristas are so nice, the…read morecoffee is great, and the vibes are so easygoing and calming. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a new coffee shop. 11/10.

This spot captures the Santa Cruz beach vibes. Just blocks…read morefrom Natural Bridges and the Light House surf spot the morning customers have their shorts and hooded sweaters and wet hair baptized from surfing in the waves. The service is fast and chill. The food and drinks are made with care. The seating area has shade but some of it gets the morning sun so you can warm up as you sip your coffee.

Favorite Verve location, this one is such a vibe…read more Coffee is always amazing, staff is lovely. I also love the expansion of the food menu. So many yummy things to eat. Really love their Turkish eggs. Still dont' see this item enough on brunch menus in the Bay Area and Verve's version is perfect with the perfect yogurt/chili oil combo.

if you're looking for a cute coffee shop to vibe in...this is not the place. the employees are…read moreunnecessarily rude which I've never gotten at the other Verve on front street. If you're going to a Verve, definitely go to that one. This one's less busy and safe to say I understand why now... also matcha lovers beware!!! A small matcha with nondairy milk comes out to be an upwards of ten dollars and has zero matcha taste to it. It genuinely tasted like they poured milk in a cup and then added a drop of green food coloring to it. I recommend cat and cloud one street over! They're all super friendly there so the ambiance is a lot nicer

Finally... a coffee shop that gets the job done…read more We're in town for a long weekend and spent way too much time trying different coffee places downtown, mostly because every single one was pushing medium roast like it's the only one allowed Then we found this place, real dark roast. And not just any dark roast, it's called Sweet Italian. Not quite bitter or burnt. Just bold, rich, and exactly what I needed If you love coffee that actually has depth (not gently toasted), come here, this spot saved the weekend.

Great coffee shop on the main street downtown. We only had the cold brew but it was so good we…read morereturned for more the second day. Coffee had great flavor and they have alot of delicious looking baked goods. Liked the vibe and the friendly service. We are Peets fans but will return here next time we are in Santa Cruz.

Here's my review even though I got a drink I couldn't drink this isn't my first time here. I love…read morethere mocha and chai. I love whatever beans they roast here and the vibe is nice. The employees are also nice. I like how they have a big patio and is a neighborly vibes. I wish there was a number I could call because I wanted to tell them about a drink today 03/15 it was way too sweet and I couldn't do it. but other than that love this place

This place is unique with good coffee. Service was good and timing was as expected. Plenty of…read moreoutdoor seating if the weather is nice. Good pastries.

I absolutely love this Verve location! Their vanilla latte is hands down one of my favorites --…read moreit's consistently delicious and never disappoints. The staff here are super friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. Service is also really quick, so even during busy times, you're never waiting too long for your order. Overall, this Verve location is one of my go-to coffee spots, and I'll keep coming back for that vanilla latte every time!

Perfect stop on a rainy day! Swung in to start my New Years right - the place is cute, no inside…read moreseating, more of a counter inside the warehouse but super industrial and cute Walk in the door on the right to order, out the door on left with items - I might have stood behind the people on left waiting to order for a few before I realized my mistake ;-) Ordered the Cardamom White Chocolate Mocha and it was phenomenal !! The flavors just meshed together and were so good I was super happy to see they had gluten free treats, in a separate space than the gluten ones, so I grabbed the cranberry polenta pastry - that was also heavenly! They had 3 different g/f pasty options when I was there It was raining so I didn't get to enjoy the outdoor seating but I'll def swing by again when I'm in town

Eddie and the team at Coffee Conspiracy make the highest quality espresso coffees in Santa Cruz…read moreCounty! They use single origin light-medium roast beans at their coffee bar and sell bags for home, too. I only use their beans at home. Their quad-shot latte with whole milk is banger. Ps. If you're a pseudo coffee lover who is more interested in killing the coffee with burnt (dark roast) beans, pumps of vanilla or pumpkin syrups, etc, this is not your jam. This is the areas spot for just extremely good unadulterated espresso coffees, done right. No noobs.

Cool spot that I had been wanting to try for awhile since they were in Downtown. But their employee…read more+ customer service was not great. We walked in as a family (me, husband, our baby) and while we were deciding what to order husband asked for the restroom code. The tall male employee looked us up and down and said so, you gonna buy some coffee? Husband said yes...why? The employee said "I just need to know if you're planning on buying something or just here to use the restroom . " Why would we come up to the counter , peruse the menu and bring the baby inside if that was our only goal? It was so off-putting. Anyhoo, the interior was nice all black and some sort of rock/ metal playing. There's magnetic tiles to Create your own conspiracy or statement and other conspiracy type decor . I got a 5G is killing our bees which was nice and smooth flavored espresso drink and husband tried the NZT 49 which he liked. but only thing is we regretted not trying a black cold brew or shot of espresso to really taste their coffee. Maybe next time. And hopefully next time that particular employee will chill out a little bit on their restroom. Might I add, this was my 2nd attempt to go to this location. The first time they were randomly closed at 1230pm. Wish they would at least post a heads-up online or something.

To the point service, not fake overly friendly & chatty, which honestly was super refreshing and so…read moreappreciated before I've had my morning coffee! Great coffee, great sandwich, convenient location, I'd come here again if I'm passing through or staying in Scotts Valley.

Such a cute place to stop by and grab some caffeine. My husband and I were on our way to Santa Cruz…read moreand needed a caffeine. It was right off the freeway. I try to get something different all the time. The peanut butter was perfect. It was rich and tasty. Enough energy for our random adventures. Would stop by here again. The service was nice and fast as well.

**OVERALL 3.5**…read more Coffee: 5 stars Menu: 5 stars Service: 3-4 stars, varies Food: 3 stars Marketing: 2 stars (hard to read signs that often mention items on one side but not the other side of a sign, so it's easy to miss) Prices: 3 stars (high prices, but it's the going rate for good coffee; but it is way too high for the food) Hidden Fortress makes a mean cup of joe! I'd just skip the food (just meh for the price).

Such a cute little spot. Inside of a business building on cedar street, the back street parallel…read morewith pacific ave. They have some seating inside, and I think a couple tables outside. The owner was serving and she was so nice. My daughter and her share a name. The coffee was good and the biscuit was delicious!!! And child approved hot chocolate. Their hours are kind of short but it's worth a stop in.

A fabulous coffee house attached to the Catholic Church on Westcliff. The coffee is excellent, the…read moreservice is friendly and doesn't take too long. The pastries are delicious (we loved the ginger raisin scones). It's set back from the road so it feels a little bit hidden but not so hidden that all the tables were occupied on a sunny Sunday morning. There's indoor and outdoor patio seating, next to beautiful gardens, with a gentle ocean breeze and a lovely atmosphere. Grab a coffee and enjoy the walk along the water!

Such a cool, tucked-away coffee shop. This feels like one of those hidden gems you're happy to…read morestumble upon. The location is unique, set behind a church, which gives it a quieter, slightly off-the-beaten-path feel. It's a great stop if you're walking from nearby hotels or just exploring the area. The space itself is cozy with a relaxed, peaceful vibe. There's indoor seating, and on a nice day the patio is a great option. It's not a huge shop, but there's enough seating to sit and enjoy your drink. Drinks were really well done, my favorite was Our Frother. Everything tasted balanced and thoughtfully made. The atmosphere feels calm and welcoming, perfect for a slow morning coffee. Overall, a charming little spot with great coffee and a unique setting. Definitely worth a visit if you're in Santa Cruz.