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    Java Wave

    4.3 (26 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Open 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Brenda L.

    The good: This cute corner cafe is a wonderful addition to the neighborhood. I came here and got a red eye, pink Panther smoothie, and a Matcha cranberry scone. I believe the pastries are from sweet wheat and a bakery in Lomita. The iced coffee was refreshing on a hot day and the pink Panther smoothie was very yummy without being too sweet (had white chocolate inside). My toddler enjoyed it too. There were a number of fun signature smoothie options. There are a lot of seating options outside the small café and umbrellas for shade. There was plenty of parking. They also sell sandwiches and other pastries. The cafe was very nice and cool inside and was a great retreat from the heat today. The cashier was super friendly and sweet. The scone was balanced with saltiness and sweetness and was very tasty. The bad: I want to try their cold brew, but they were out at the time that I came. I will have to come back and try it next time! There is also no seating inside. The interesting: They had lots of dog snacks for doggie customers.

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    Paul C.

    They replaced st. Honore as the corner coffee shop. Went there only for coffee and a scone so I can't comment on the food (sandwiches) Mocha on ice and a scone. Very nice. As always with lunada , cool vibe but be warned - depending on time you might have the local high schoolers milling about as fellow patrons. They're fine, but it does get crowded

    Eddie C.

    Perfect location. Super chill and great flavorful coffee. Next time? Gonna try their pastries

    Hazelnut iced coffee & strawberry matcha
    Candace L.

    We stopped here randomly on our way to the beach, and I'm so glad we did! I ordered an iced hazelnut with macadamia nut milk and asked for it a little sweeter -- omg, it was so good! Honestly, probably the best iced coffee I've had in a really long time. We also got a strawberry matcha that he really enjoyed. Diane was so friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. We'll definitely be back if we're ever in the area again!

    I think it should be an iced latte
    Will W.

    Great baguette, ice coffee licking any ice. Idk. But of a bummer experience. This is why I don't like tipping before I receive my items.

    Brown sugar latte

    Good coffee and friendly staff! Cute little shop that's a great rest stop during a long walk.

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    2 months ago

    AMAZING SERVICE!!! Paul was the best!!!! He made the service better! Best employeeee!!!

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    3 months ago

    The coffee tasted really watered down and lacked flavor--after four sips, I ended up throwing it out.

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    6 months ago

    the people there were so nice!! the food wasn't that expensive either. and it was in a nice place. So I highly recommend.

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    10 months ago

    Super good coffee!! I love a place that knows how to perfectly brew their coffee beans! 11/10! Highly recommend if you're in the area

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    Interior decor is very interesting. It's definitely not what you recommend walking by from the outside.
    Interior decor is very interesting. It's definitely not what you recommend walking by from the outside.
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    Great gelato
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    Raspberry Matcha $7.99
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