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    Sleepy Seal Coffee

    4.6 (106 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Ryna D.

    Great coffee! I'm very glad they open really early even on weekends. I was looking for a coffee spot before the Redondo 10K and they were the only ones open that early. Tiny storefront but friendly staff and the coffee and matcha are great!

    Sydney A.

    Very friendly service I'm on a eat-pray-love for just local coffee shops as of late so in terms of flavor it's better than Starbucks. Very chill and minimal inside. Less of a coffee and laptop destination and more of a place to sit sip chat and pastry

    Wesley M.

    It's a charming little local spot. sitting on PCH, 5 minutes walking to the beach from its front door, Sleepy Seal hits on all the notes of a beach town coffee shop. Redondo itself doesn't really carry itself like a beach town like you'll find going south between LA and San Diego, but Sleepy Seal does. It's small, bright, warm, the staff are chill. It's a vibe. The seating is in the back and I could sit there for a fair bit studying or working. I wouldn't say its a hangout or coffee shop to talk in, but that's because there beach is right there. Why would you? I don't know if it was because of the day we went or what but the glass displays were all empty and made that portion feel a little barren. If they normally have baked goods or stuff in there awesome! We ordered the salted maple latte iced and an iced matcha. I'm not so much a fall flavor person so the seasonals weren't really that interesting to me, but I'll definitely come back to see what they have later on. The salted maple's coffee was great and the balance between the sweet and milk and coffee was what I look for. We sometimes forget, every coffee place is different, but sometimes matcha lattes come sweetened and sometimes they do not. This one was not. It was on the grainier side but got home and added some syrup and it perked right up! just need to remember to ask for that next time! Overall I'd recommend a visit. I'll be back when the seasons change to see what new things they have, to try their burritos, and to see the little seals they have around the place lol. Thanks!

    Brandye K.

    Been driving past this place for a year and finally the stars aligned and I was able to grab a coffee. I had an iced peppermint Mocha cause it's the season to usurp that bitch pumpkin. Brittany was warm and friendly, we had a fun chat between customers. The shop is cute and beachy, love the table and surf boards in the back. My coffee was refreshing and delicious. My turkey and cheese crops was flakey and delightful.

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    Brenda L.

    The good: This cafe was super cute and charming. I was walking around nearby and stumbled upon it and was super excited to see their menu. It's trendy but in a laid back way. The worker was friendly and greeted us as soon as we came in. I got a chicha morada-like canned drink and a pistachio croissant. The drink was smoky, complex and super interesting. They had a fridge full of other interesting drinks as well that included tea-infused drinks. The croissant was light the way Costco croissants are. I liked the green powder and chunks of pistachio on it. There was plenty of street parking in front of the shop. They had an assortment of other pastries as well as a side menu with food items like burritos (I think?). I will definitely be back to try more of their coffee items! The bad: There are two small tables outside but it would've been nice with some umbrellas for shade. The interesting: The back area has surfboards and a communal table.

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    Susan U.

    This is just around my block and for the first time, I was able to check it out. It may look small but the space at the back is perfect for cafe goers and an excellent space to enjoy the beach vibe. The owner was very nice and I feel like this place is a hit and well-loved. I will try the other coffee in the menu next time.

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    Tony B.

    Wonderful new coffee shop in Redondo Beach!! This is a small spot with a simple menu done right. I've been here a few times now and recommend it highly for both the great coffee and relaxing vibe. I ordered my favorite... Flat White :) This is one of the best I've had in a while. Creamy smooth with a rich coffee flavor. The owner is friendly and makes you feel at home. There is a large communal table in the back room filled with surf decor. A very enjoyable place to relax and enjoy your coffee :) They are on PCH a couple blocks north of Torrance Blvd. There is street parking only, but I have always been able to find a spot in front. And if you need to park around the corner it's a nice neighborhood to take a stroll just a couple streets up from the ocean and The Pier. Next time you're rolling down PCH do yourself a favor and stop in for a great cup of coffee :)

    Seals and pastry
    Stephanie F.

    A pleasant, "no frills" coffee shop with great simple lattes. They offer pastry as well. Very minimal and tasteful setup in a great convenient location along the PCH. We have not had trouble finding easy free parking nearby. The staff is friendly and always warm. We always see locals making small talk and hanging out with them for a little bit :) They also have communal table seating in the back with a restroom. Surfer decor in the room with lots of surfboards and photos on display.

    Iced chai latte
    Tracy B.

    Highly recommend this local owned coffee shop ! Just stopped in for iced Chai latte and brown sugar oat latte. Super delicious! Seasonal drink menu as well as solid staples. Easy street parking. Great beachy surf vibe with seating out front and quiet room in the back. We will be back!

    Flat white
    Rebecca T.

    A new coffee shop opened up in Redondo Beach (it had been an unused venue for many years), and I decided to give it a try. Inside is small, but cozy with plenty of natural lighting to let in the lovely South Bay sun. I opted for a flat white, which came piping hot: the initial few sips were a bit bitter, but it soon mellowed into something smooth, creamy, and comforting. Drink is $5, but I wish it came in a slightly larger cup. Parking is on the street (2 hours free), as there's no designated lot. Overall, Sleepy Seal Coffee is a nice local addition to the South Bay!

    Sahar R.

    Cute lil coffee shop in a walking distance from the beach. Great selection of syrup flavors and delicious coffee roasts!

    Sources beans from a single farm.  Highest quality
    Steve L.

    Welcome to the neighborhood Sleepy Seal. I happened to stop in the day before and the day of the Grand Opening. I love supporting small businesses and this cozy coffee shop has the Redondo Beach vibe and is turning out great coffee. The beans are sourced from a single farm in Nicaragua. As a small shop quality is so important and having the control of sourcing and roasting is key. You will not find sugar laden drinks that are more sugar than espresso. This place is Espresso focused with the most exotic drink being a flavored latte, aka vanilla, hazelnut. My son tried the hazelnut latte and loved it. He normally drinks Americanos but wanted to try and appreciated that it wasn't too sweet. He said it's the best he had so far. On my first visit I had a flat white, something I first had while traveling to New Zealand and felon love with. I appreciated the smooth boldness of the drink. And today I decided to try the Mocha. Again not too sweet, great flavor and the homemade whip was a nice touch. I look forward to seeing the growth at Sleepy Seal. I definitely recommend.

    Cortado and iced latte!
    Audrey V.

    The shop gives small beach town vibes, the baristas were super friendly and I they made one hell of a cortado! There's seating in the back and outside, it's dog friendly, and parking is super easy to find right on PCH in front of the shop. I've gone back many times since - definitely a great addition to the South Bay coffee scene!

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