I live a few blocks away and walk here in the mornings. I really like this place because it feels like you're in someone's small living room, it has no chain vibes at all. The guys that work there are great, they're funny, remember regulars and make great coffee. There's seating outside and inside they feature art by local artists and switch it around often. The only food I've tried here are the breakfast burritos, small but good and satisfying. They have a nice pastry selection for those with a sweet tooth. Overall it's a really nice small local coffee spot just a block away from the pier. read more

This place is okay... they have live music sometimes, and in the morning it's kinda nice. Nothing overly special, just another small coffee shop with food. I'm sure I'd frequent it if I lived in Hermosa Beach. However, parking sucks. The coffee is just average. Food is okay. And everyone is right about the bathrooms. read more

Java Man is a local favorite. They are actually owned by another local favorite: Ocean Diner. They have good coffee, good food, free wifi and comfortable seating. What more could you ask for!? Considering one of the only other "coffee shop" alternatives in Hermosa is Starbucks, this is the FAR superior choice. I love their menu - the have a gluten free pastry selection and offer Almond Milk. They have tasty breakfast burritos (vegetarian option available); steel cut oatmeal; fresh bagels from Manhattan Bread; granola with yogurt; sandwiches; salads; soups and panini's. There is limited outdoor seating for ideal people watching, or comfortable coffee-shop style indoor seating. Or take your coffee and pastry and wander along the Strand. I find the staff to be friendly and efficient, and I love the local "non-corporate" feel. I'll be back! read more

The guys are so nice and professional. Never hear them complaining. I'm in love with their lattes. It's dog friendly and clean. Cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, pastries are so good. The Raspberry latte and smoothies are the best. Java man is a permanent fixture in Hermosa. With their iconic building, you can't get any better than this. check out the Iced Chai latte. A major 10 in my book. The best thing that makes this place is the guys that work there. Spot on! read more

So, it was super busy and hectic at Javamans this morning, but so was everything else down by the pier because of Fiesta Hermosa going on this weekend! They had super cool art inside as well as live music outside, so it's a great atmosphere no matter where you are sitting. I ordered an iced Chai latte which was easily the best one I've ever had! I'm only visiting, but I hope I get to go again before I leave! read more

if you're looking for a place to eat and you haven't been, come to java man!! they are super nice, have a good menu, quick and not too expensive either! new favorite spot! read more

I really want to support the local coffee shops, but its way to inconsistent. Sometimes it is really good and other times its absolutely horrible. Problem is that is 7 out of 10 times its horrible. The coffee tastes so burnt is just straight bitter to drink. Guess will just have to keep searching and in the mean time will have to give my money to consistent corporate companies that serve alright coffee. :/ read more

Meh. If you're in Hermosa Beach and looking to be across the street from the beach and looking for a place to chill, Java Man is a quiet, homey place to be. It has its odds-and-ends assortment of chairs, sofas, and tables to give you that local coffee lounge vibe. I'd say that the food and drinks are a bit overpriced though for the quality, and the place isn't too clean. It's not the best place to study at, since free parking in Hermosa Beach is notoriously hard to find and the more readily available paid parking adds up by the hour. The meters run till late, hours varying by location (pay attention to the posted signs). If you have some time to kill and are looking to sit and read in a well-worn floppy chair, this place may be for you. I don't think I'll be back though. Despite the free WiFi and the comfy layout, it was not a great experience. read more

I come here for my coffee fix when I want to read a book, study, or meet with a friend. It is on a great location on Pier Avenue where there are a lot of people passing by (if people watching is your thing) and is generally quiet and cool. Comfortable tables and chairs and bathroom in the back are really the main things one can ask for in a cafe. Coffee is decent (can't complain but can't really rave about it either). Teas are made with loose leaf bags in a teapot, and they provide refills on the hotwater for the pot. Their sweets look good, but they don't look good enough for me to really want to try them. Parking isn't free though. You have to pay by meter like everything else on Pier Ave. read more

Free WiFi Homemade Pastries and The Best Cafe con Panna I've ever had. read more

Vegan options, friendliest service in the South Bay! Good coffee, and great people! Inside and outside seating options, close to the beach, small and local! #supportlocal read more

One of my favorite Cafe spots. Used to come here late at night for a huge cup o' coffee or a mocha. Perched on Pier ave - always a great place to hang out. It was once a house - probably Circa 1930's - turned clothing store, and now Java man! Grab a pastry, a cup, and enjoy! read more

I was looking for a good coffee shop to hang out and work for the day. I found this place on yelp and gave it a try. I got here around 8:30am and it was pretty busy with the morning crowd. I was able to find a good seat. I ordered steamed milk and a breakfast burrito. The burrito was really good and somewhat healthy. The set up of the coffee shop includes three small rooms. The main room is the largest with multiple round and square top tables. One smaller room has a long couch and two love seats. The other room has tables. The noise level in here could get relatively high depending on who's sitting next to you. The ceiling is pretty low so it definitely gets very noisy here. There are also four small outdoor tables. I really like the ambiance here. It's very clean and friendly. There are many shops around here if you get bored of working. I highly recommend coming here. Also, they have free wi-fi if you purchase something and ask for the password. read more

Made a quick stop for a latte and a chorizo burrito on my way to work. Wait time: max 5min. Price ~$8! (with tip) I was going to walk down to the Starbucks across from Citibank near the beach, but decided to give this local shop a try. I am a Starbucks fan, but this coffee shop is my new favorite. The place is small and the counter is directly right of the front door so you have to walk through the line to get inside but the quick service and friendly demeanor deters any negative comments I might have had if the line was slow and the staff were rude. They have a variety of fresh pastries to choose from in the display counters and are currently serving seasonal drinks, like an eggnog latte. A gentlemen in line ordered an eggnog latte right behind me and said that he really likes the latte, so I will be giving that a try next time. read more

Best coffee in town. Burritos are pretty good too! Service is fast and efficient. They sell coffee by the pound and grind it fine for a perfect brew at home. Love Java man! My only suggestion would be to have an app to preorder. read more

You know you are a regular when they will feed you even if you forgot your wallet. Thanks, Java Man!

Just walked in first time and what great service and ordered regular coffee and oh man so good. I am a local but have never been in. I will be back. read more

I heart Java Man forever! This is one of my favorite coffee shops in all of Hermosa, its a quick walk down pier. Great location. I am an espresso girl, so having some espresso from Java Man, completely and utterly curves my cravings. Not just do they have great coffee, but they have all sorts of eats to chose from. My favorite being the chorizo burrito, a great slice of mexican heaven to add to your morning while being close to the beach. What are you waiting for? take a morning walk to Java Man for your favorite brew. read more

I think the two star rating sums it up...Meh. The coffee is a bit too bitter (and I only really drink my coffee black), the breakfast burrito was ok...not great but ok. Meh. read more

Java Man is a Hermosa Beach monument to everything, location, coffee food, service and LOVE of the community. They community LOVES you back. This is the very heart of LOCAL. You have allowed local musicians to start out there and grow. There are not enough words to say it enough but THANK YOU~ read more

I love this place so much. The coffee is delicious the baked goods are wonderful. Although they could use a few more healthy options truly healthy options. And first and foremost though the service! The coffee guys are wonderful -they remembered me after the first time we came in when we just moved here. Every morning they're so friendly and so fun to see. And then there's lots of places to sit, some with a view of the water I can't say enough about this neighborhood gem! read more

Java Man - Delightful. Cozy. Friendly. Delicious. A gem. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

Breakfast Burrito from Java Man Hermosa Beach. I love this little local coffee shop. The coffee is fantastic and the guys who work their are always on point. They also have some nice food options. I really enjoy the Breakfast Burritos. They are all so simple and small, but pack superb flavor and texture. Soft little flavor pillows. Plus for $5, they are great breakfast options. This place defines a super local spot in my mind. Plus they have a loyalty program. Feels good supporting local business. #foodie #instafoodie #foodporn #breakfast #instaphoto #eggs #burrito #coffee #brunch #breakfastallday #EEEEEATS #PHAAT #delicious #mouthjoy #yum #cheeseporn read more

Java Man - Yum Yum - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

Love this place! Most mornings I stop in and order an ice coffee or Americano and it always hits the spot. Great local spot to grab a muffin and people watch read more

Super awesome spot to rock out some work on your laptop (free wifi) and sip some tea or coffee. The food is alright. Decent breakfast burritos, good tuna sandwich, good fruit. The workers are a bit loud and one has a weird voice but that makes it interesting. Love this place. Nobody bothers you when you're working and you get to see some interesting looking people come and go. read more

Delicious banana bread and coffee cakes. Liked my coffee too. Delicious quesadillas made in the shop. You can request less cheese etc. Half price desserts close to their the 6pm closing time. Plenty of inside and outside seating space with a nice view of Pier Avenue. Such a simple and reasonably priced cafe in a beach town of Southern California is rare. Keep up the good work, guys!! read more

This place is the best local non-conglomerate coffee house in south bay, in my coffee-connoisseur opinion. Ambiance is that of an old converted house, couches, bar stools, mix/match tables...the bathroom is way in the back to the right and most people can't find it so thank me later! People are local, friendly if you want to be, and art-oriented. The original art on walls is from locals too. Hot tip...order yourself a large cappuccino in an oversized house cup and hang out. Coffee refills are .25cents for one refill only. They have good oatmeal and breakfast burritos are $4 I believe. Indoor/Outdoor very casual. Baked goods are yummy and they have sandwiches too. YUM. Wifi, ask for code or look on counter for the code. As an act of kindness, don't come here when I'm trying to work on my computer, which is not that often, unfortunately ! :p read more

Refused service to us because they "were closed" then proceeded to laugh at us for not knowing (times weren't posted and door was open). We went up the walkway and went somewhere else, on our way back they were currently serving other customers. We come to Hermosa a lot and will not be going back here. read more

Great espresso join - passed the Americano test with flying colors. If you want to go where the locals are, this is it. Lots of friends meeting up, some others head down working, and lots and lots of dogs which I LOVE! Their breakfast burrito ain't half bad either. Don't pass it up. read more

Skip Starbucks and head up the hill to Java Man. The coffee is great and all the pastries are excellent. The morning glory and gluten free muffins are our family favorites. The guys that work there are fast and really helpful. read more

Friendly staff and cute building. Really wish I could say the food and coffee were great, too. But that was not my experience. Coffee is on the acidic side. My $4 oat bran and pear muffin did not have much flavor. My friend's bagel was underwhelming. read more

Turkey, egg white burrito....awesome! Great cup of Joe & friendly staff. Clearly a locals morning spot.

at first glance you wouldn't look twice but once you lay your eyes on this sweet burgundy cottage you'll be hooked. a short 10 minute wait in line to take in our surroundings. A super cute "hipster" local spot. run by kind and efficient workers! You wouldn't expect the inside to expand into a cute little restaurant, sadly we were unable to take part in that experience. not to worry though we had a lovely eat outside while partaking in a marvelous oatmeal and bagel with a scrumptious oat milk latte! to say the least we highly recommend!! read more

This is the coffee place to go to when you dont like going to the chains. Its right up the street from S*Bucks and C-Bean and the coffee is much better not to mention the service. The guys behind the counter seem like they've worked here forever because they most of the customer by their first name. A perfect little breakfast burrito and four options to choose from. This is a great local spot. read more

Lovely little spot in Hermosa ill always try stop at when I'm in town. I like coffee shops that have that 'only chain' feel. So u know the guys running it have passion for what they do. The guys are really friendly and nice! The menu of drinks is very big and varied, any coffee I've had is gooooooood! They also serve food and treats I've never eaten here but dying to try the food soon! Nice vibe and nice coffee. Deffo beats seeing the same Starbucks walls and menu :) read more

The perfect cafe to work or study! Free WiFi, amazing food (breakfast burritos, paninis, sandwiches, oatmeal, etc) and delicious coffee and tea. Lots of different desk spaces and outdoor seating. Definitely returning often!! read more

They crafted my coffee to my personal tastes and OMG! I purchased some quiche that is worth returning for. The building is a quaint bungalow so you literally feel at home if you choose to stay put. Or you can sit out front in the plentiful outdoor seating area. Now the quarters are tight so standing in line is awkward, confusing and uncomfortable because you will have to share your personal space. The restroom is in an awkward little hallway on the backside of the café. Again, tight quarters so beware. You should it if you can and find a restroom elsewhere. Other than that, AWESOME! read more

Great local coffee shop. I usually got for the Flavor of the Day but enjoy some of their specialty drinks, too. The inside is not fancy but there is a decent amount of seating and free wifi. I usually hang outside of take my coffee to go. Definitely my go-to for coffee if I'm down by the Pier. read more

Stuck driving my little brother to a volleyball tryout down here at hermosa pier. I came into this place to kill time just to find a cutely painted/decorated house looking coffee shop with the best old school r&b jams playing :) i wish this place was down the st from my house in Santa Monica. The staff is so friendly and funny. And 4.50 for a breakfast burrito? Whhaatttt? If you happen to be in hermosa for the day stop by here! read more

Java Man - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

If you are in Hermosa Beach, I recommend Java Man for cappuccino and their turkey avocado Swiss sandwich on wheat. Super tasty

Love this place! Met up with a friend and enjoyed the atmosphere. It has nice areas to spread out, plug in and work.