OMMG. Such an awesome spot!! I found the spot on Google Maps after looking around a while ago, but I haven't been able to go until yesterday. Oh my goodness, I have been missing out! Sara is the best. She was so awesome. It was our first time, so she gave us a bunch of recommendations and let us sample a couple of the teas. Everything sounded, looked, and smelled so amazing. The vibe of this place is the best. It really does feel like a bar, but with just a bunch of really cool teas and food options. I ordered a Matcha with the banana foam, and it was delicious. I need to come back and try the jasmine green tea since it's my favorite, but yesterday I just had Matcha on my mind. I will also have to come back and try the açai bowls! There is one on the menu that had peanut butter and other awesome stuff on it, and I will definitely be back to get it. There's metered parking outside, and since it is a very popular area, there's a lot of parking options around. Definitely no shortage of parking thankfully. This is such a high recommendation, if you're in the area and are looking for someplace to hang out, grab a great drink, and relax, this is it! read more

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WOW!! Street parking, all metered. Good amount of seating inside! It's VERY cool in there, both vibe and AC wise. Sarah was such an amazing person to help us with our order. We told her it was our first time and she went above and beyond in every way. Thank you so much Sarah for making our day so special! The Greaser is SO good. I got it as an iced tea latte, Sarah suggested I add a coffee cold foam and it was the correct decision for sure. Would happily return! read more

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Wiggling in excitement thinking about the next time I can visit Racer Tea bar! Coffee is sooooo good here. Matcha was also heavenly. I think I know the secret, it's because they use Kangan water! Service is kind and friendly. There's limited table seating and bar seating, which is so conducive to making friends! When I went here, I was deciding on a movie to watch, and I was suggested to watch Project Hail Mary. Thank you so much for the recommendation, the movie was glorious! Anyway, note for myself, I really want to do a tea flight and try the avocado toast next time! The place had so many cool things to look at. There was even lore about how the tea bar came to be. On a side note, restroom is huge and lit a little creepily. read more

This place is cool. Literally steps away from the beach. It's got hip, rocker vibes and looks like a bar but they serve tea, lattes, toast, açaí bowls and Sundays. Got the strawberry chocolate and they said it's a recipe from the 1920s along with spoons from the 20s as well. What a throwback. If u want to chill at a bar but not drink alcohol, this is the place to be. It's basically like Soft Bar in Brooklyn but more rocker feel (Summer House fans, IYKYK ) read more

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Got the Açaí bowl and few things to note: 1. No tree nuts in the granola - great for everyone with an allergen. 2. Fruit is very fresh 3. Service is friendly and fast The bowl itself was very good. My only complaint would be the size of the bowl. It's a bit small for the price ($12 for regular). But they do pack it with a bunch of (good) fruit and the place has a cool vibe. read more

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Customer service 5/5: great staff and were able to answer all questions about the menu Ambiance 5/5: great art on the walls. Behind the bar they were playing the goodies. Fairly limited seating if you're looking to eat and catch up but since it's meant to imitate a bar it definitely has that feel. The Greaser 5/5: great flavor combinations The Goth 3/5: not much flavored tasted a little watered down and the salt was very overpowering Parking 4/5: it's South Redondo so street metered parking right out front or you can walk a little further and park in the neighborhood. Outside 2/5 very in assuming and the only sig is advertising their Açaí bowls not tea. We almost missed it/left read more

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Everytime I go to Redondo Beach, I stop in to have a tea. I've been here a few times. In the past I ordered a turmeric tea latte hot. It was so delicious. I went about a week ago and I didn't see it on the menu, so I tried "heart shaped box" iced. It was good, had some drizzled chocolate on the top. But the turmeric tea is still my fave. This tea bar has a really cool esthetic, you can sit at a bar or at small tables in the front. It's priced pretty average, about what a latte costs at a coffee shop. There is no parking lot, street parking is available for a fee. It's walking distance from the ocean! read more

Racer Tea Bar - Heart shaped box - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

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I come here often to get a little work done or read a book. During the summers, I'll take my drink and snack out to the beach which is just down the street from this place. The staff always gives me recommendations after asking questions regarding my drink preferences and, they never fail to ask me if I want to order anything to eat to go with my drink. If I'm hungry, I'll usually go with The Grunge which has berries and sunflower butter. For my drink, I usually order The Rocker. I love the combination of Earl Grey and Lavender, but I also have ordered The Rude Boy if I don't want caffeinee. I would recommend any of those. This tea bar is appropriately calming inside with its dark walls and low lights, but it's also rock and roll themed which gives the place lots of character. Prices are expensive considering what is tangible/edible, but well worth it when you have the ocean breeze coming through the doors while you're enjoying your drink and reading a good book. This is how I treat myself sometimes. I'll be back soon! read more

Racer Tea Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

Such an awesome and unique tea shop! The owner painted and designed the interior with a punk theme. Such a fun place to go by yourself or with friends and family. Service: The barista is amazing, with great recommendations and helped by walking me through the menu. Location: On S. Catalina Ave. and Avenue I in the Riviera Village, a block from the beach. Parking: Plenty of mentored parking out front and near by. Unique: The entire experience is different from any other cafe I've been to. I highly recommend coming here. My Go-To: The Heart Shaped Box- Hot read more

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Cool little place tucked away in a peaceful multi-business retail building. The entire building is a bit non-descript from the outside, but once you step inside the shop has a really cool theme and there's some tables outside on the patio that are really pleasant to sit out and enjoy your treats. I got an Acai bowl there and enjoyed it on the patio, would definitely come back. read more

I don't know HOW I had never been to this place as I've lived in Redondo Beach for most of my life, but I'm so glad my friends introduced me. Racer Tea brings back FUN atmosphere and timelessness to cafe culture, decorated in music culture paraphernalia. They have a wide variety of delicious teas, they have BANANA SPLITS, and they have a surprisingly amazing matcha! The owner is incredibly kind, the staff is friendly, and overall the vibe of this place is just wonderful. It's perfect for a date night, dessert run, or little friend hangout!!! read more

Super cute spot with plenty of caffeinated drinks. I grabbed an herbal drink with lime foam. Delish! Service is always excellent. A bit challenging on parking but if you're down for a walk it's right by the beach. Check out their drinks! read more

Racer Tea Bar - Watermelon hibiscus Rasta drink - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

What a cool place to visit! It looks like a bar but it serves great tea! I got the twist the throttle which was a good balance of thai tea and coconut flavor. We also ordered the grudge which was a tasty toast with strawberries and blueberries. Love the atmosphere and music that they play, would definitely return to try more teas! read more

Racer Tea Bar - Twist the throttle - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

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Super unique and refreshing tea beverages! The hibiscus flavor of the day was truly incredible. I got the greaser to get a bit of a caffeine jolt & it had the perfect balance of sweet & nutty flavor. We look forward to coming back. read more

Racer Tea still going strong. Speaking of strong, try the Coffee Puff... whipped instant coffee & oat milk. Love it so much! read more

Racer Tea Bar - Coffee Puff - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

Love Racer Tea Bar! Been coming here for a few years already and I always love the atmosphere. I don't drink alcohol so this what I call my "go to bar" in the South Bay. The staff here are super friendly, especially Kayla. She is very attentive in making sure the customers are well taken care of. If you ever go there definitely try their bagels, it's delicious! read more

Racer Tea Bar - Chocolate chai and Jalapeño bagel with cream cheese. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

This is an absolutely delight of a shop! This shop takes creativity and tea-centic to a new level. Samantha is a gem and so knowledgeable. I had never been and had a friend recommend this as a spot. The Chaga Khan latte is one of the best lattes I've ever had. I enjoyed it at half sweetness, which was perfect. It tasted like a warm hug without going into the dessert territory. I also appreciate that all lattes are made with oat milk. read more

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I love the kind of old 20th century look. The inside is really something to behold and amazing the kind of bar where you wait, the pillar of pictures, the old motorcycle, all of it. The service is super quick, and the workers are super duper friendly. The tea is also amazing, especially the twist the throttle. read more

Delicious teas great atmosphere friendly staff that make you feel welcomed. The Sundaes are really good. My French Bulldog Rocco was just hanging out too. read more

We came here after hearing about it on instagram. Super cool and unique spot. They serve teas, coffees, fountain drinks, sundaes and milkshakes and seem to have a whole menu of non alcoholic cocktails as well. There's a bar you can sit at after ordering and some two tops and a few outdoor tables as well. The service was a bit slow but everything on the menu is fairly complex so that's understandable. The servers were nice but o think they could use one more set of hands to keep the line moving. We got a Thai iced tea and a chocolate chai. They were both really good. read more

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Hello, this is an update from Aug 2025 about this cafe! I visited 2+ years ago and had a lovely experience, this time I tried the The Greaser tea and it was fantastic! I was craving something energizing for the ride home, so I tried the Dragonfruit açaí bowl and it was really refreshing and delicious. Fun fact for riders: there is a shelf on the wall with helmet hangers for motorcyclists! The tables inside are small so this helped out with saving space, super neat! Thank you for having us :) read more

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I have been here several times. They have the most interesting selection of Teas, some coffees, and great food that they make there on the spot. The service is fast and friendly and I love their little bar that you can sit at. They have so many neat photos of musicians and artwork, some motorcycle art and merch. I have met some of my motorcycle friends here and it's a great spot to meetup after a ride to or from PV. I love coming here when I can! read more

Their mocktails are great and the tea flavor is prevalent in the drinks which I appreciate. Great place for alternative milks and just a cool ambiance where you could leisurely chat at a bar without alcohol! Will be back to try their ice cream since they do sundaes! read more

Racer Tea Bar - The mint tea mojito mocktail was so refreshing - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

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Everything everybody else says and more. Stopped in on a Saturday afternoon. Super fun decor as soon as you walk in. Ordered a Greaser iced and a hot Rocker. And a Black Hole Sundae. Sat at the bar and waited for amazigness to happen. And happen it did. Drinks were delicious. Sundae was so so so good. And the service was delightful. A super great vibe. Place is easy to walk right past, but don't. It's well worth the step inside. read more

Racer Tea Bar - Black Hole Sundae at the bar. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

It has the look of a dive bar which Is fun and the quality of their Thai tea was amazing ! The owner was friendly to us as well as their 2nd employee. Both offered us a great service on site. read more

I wish I knew about this place sooner. A friend of mine took me there the other night for the first time and I absolutely loved it. Even though tea is not my favorite go to, I was impressed as soon as I walked in. Papa Roach was playing on the speakers. It had such a cool vibe. I ordered a Dream On and the barista put a nice foam on it. It was so delicious. My friend and I sat and enjoyed our warm drinks after a great walk on the esplanade. I was talking with the two other friends the very next night and telling them about Racer Tea that they insisted that we walk on the Esplanade rather than in Hermosa like we originally planned as they needed to try this place that I was raving about. Well they loved it and are now hooked. My 3rd visit (in 4 days) was yesterday morning after a 4 mile hike up in PV. Again I was talking about this cute little tea shop that they too insisted we stop by. Well 3 more new customers as they all loved it. I finally tried one of their breakfast toasts. It was so tasty. I'm so looking forward to my next visit! read more

Racer Tea Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

I really really enjoyed their seasonal Bananarama latte which is described as a banana muffin in a cup and I could not agree more. I love a warm banana muffin so how they managed to capture that flavor and put it in a cup *shook*. Seriously though, I went back a week later for the same latte. I also tried one of the acai bowls, which while I'm not a huge fan of what appeared to be acai out of a tub, it was pretty good with all the toppings and was the perfect portion to hold me over until lunchtime. I really loved the ambiance, kind of like a rockers dive bar paradise but instead of the smell of old beer and fried food it was a warm smell of tea and honey. Will definitely be back. Also, it's literal walking distance from the beach so extra star for that. read more

Racer Tea Bar - Bar seating. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

Chad and his whole crew are phenomenal! Best tea around, especially if your caffeine addict like I am!

Everyone who works here have been super helpful and kind. I love all the creative tea lattes with different types of foams. It has a very cute ambiance. I loved the first bagel I got there. read more

What a hidden gem! Vibe is so cool, like a bar, a really chill one, but with tea and coffee, açaí and sundaes. I think I'm about to be obsessed. The roobios latte I had was great, everyone I was with loved their drinks too. Can't wait to return!! read more

Racer Tea Bar - Bar area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

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Loved the food, people and ambience! What a great place! Back again, definitely! We had the toast, sundae and hand pies!

Always great service! Love the alternative to coffee shops, great selection and sick vibes! What we always tend to get: The Greaser Iced - perfect alternative to a coffee fiend like myself Twist the throttle Iced with coffee foam - love love love; it was recommended by the owner An absolute gem in the Riviera read more

Racer Tea Bar - The Greaser - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

This was the best banana split I've ever had, definitely will be coming back to try their other Sundaes !! read more

Racer Tea Bar - The nuke - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

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Great vibe and delicious food! A nice change up vs the stale coffee shops out there! Highly recommend the avocado toast!

Was cool!! My kid got a sundae in a uranium bowl he had to sign a waiver for. Living dangerously lol!!

Love this place. Incredible ambiance, drinks, & food. A hidden gem in Redondo! Make tea not war!

This place never fails from a delicious bev to a great vibe. Kayla is an absolute sweetheart and deserves a raise for setting the bar so high. The drink and snack options here are great! read more

Racer Tea Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Redondo beach, California

Saw a little sign on the esplanade advertising some cold tea on a sunny and hot Saturday morning, so we followed the directions and walked in to find a tea bar with a biker vibe. Super cool place, complete with a bar really awesome interior. Tried the tea flight consisting of the greaser (a chocolatey concoction with a trace of caramel), our favorites the punk (a traditional Thai iced tea) and the rasta (a coconut and pineapple tea with a hint of hibiscus) as well as the twist the throttle (black Thai tea with brown sugar). all the teas we tried were delicious and the staff really friendly. All the teas were cold brewed and were really rich and had just the right amounts of flavor and flavor hints, and the oat milk brought out the best in the drinks. Found out they have live music on Saturday nights and live comedy on Monday nights. Will definitely be back! read more

Super chilled staff great vibes back in the dogs town or zephyrs days of tennis's but motorcycle style with cool music and vibes. Great tea and super chilled bar ambiance and decoration ... This a little gem hidden in redondo ... 5 stars all the way !! read more

Was walking by and came across this gem. It is NOT what you expect it just from the outside. Once you step in, you're def in for a treat. Biker vibes, polaroid wall, dark and vibey ambiance, and it even has a bar, that lights up from the flat table side. I ordered The Mod - it's genmai cha oat milk latte with brown sugar. The man takes his time brewing our tea with loose leaf so he tells us it'll be a few min. Hubby got The Greaser, which was good too, but we both liked The Mod better. They also have a bar menu with alcohol that sound really refreshing. I'll be coming back for that next. read more

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