3.5/5 - Honestly, I was completely wrecked and hungover while I waited in line but the crisp air on a sunny day right next to the water made waiting in that long weekend line not as bad. Since I could barely function, I decided that I needed heavy carbs so I ordered Waffle & Berries. LET ME JUST SAY I am picky with my consistency when it comes to waffles. I like it the right amount of soft/chewiness inside with just a SLIGHTLY chewy crust outside. And it can't be dry as hell. (Obv). The Waffle & Berries made me SO happy. The perfect waffle consistency for me and the berries with the cream weren't too sweet at all. Everything paired so well together every bite. Cured my hangover so fast and brought me back to life. I was disappointed in the drinks. After reading so many wonderful reviews I assumed that the drinks here were poppin. I got the Matcha Latte and I can truthfully say I've had WAY better. I also got to try the Matcha Chai which tasted nothing like Matcha... just spicy chai. That's TWO drinks that didn't make me happy. Double homicide if you will. Maybe this place is better known for coffee and not anything matcha related? Views and food are great. I feel scared to try more drinks from here despite all the reviews. read more

Soul Grind Coffee Roasters - Waffle & Berries, Lox Bagel with a Matcha Latte + Matcha Chai Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacifica, California

A favorite casual spot when in Pacifica! Can't beat the location right by the beach! Great selection of spaces to sit (inside, outdoor side-lot or outdoor patio) whether by yourself to work or with friends to catch up. Order at the counter, love the menu food display! They've quite a selection of coffee, beverages and food (breakfast, brunch, lunch) to select from. For my coffee fix I usually order a hot LATTE. If it's cold, an ICED CUBANO with sweetened condensed milk! Two favorite brunch items on the menu --DIRTY BIRD SALAD (only available after 1pm on weekends) and the BALI GRAIN BOWL. There are quite a few different versions of open faced sandwiches. I tried a friends TUNA MELT which was yummy. And the WAFFLE & BERRIES, also pretty tasty if you are hankering for something on the sweeter side. Afterwards, I usually take a peaceful stroll on the beach and soak in the view! Such a complete experience! Soul Grinds is good for body and soul! read more

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You'll find a diverse selection of food, including pastries and breakfast items, and freshly ground coffee. The location is perfect, near the beach, with lovely mountain views. However, the service is middling. read more

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I'm rarely this far south along the coast. But I'm glad we were today. Being from the City I usually stick to local spots close to home. We felt like we were in Santa Cruz instead of Pacifica. This place certainly had a local vibe. We dropped in for coffee & dessert after having eaten lunch a few doors down. Our friends who live in Pacifica were first timers here with us too. Hubby & I both got Americanos. Piping hot. I was deciding between the butter brownie and the mocha brownie. I asked the front counter person. She said mocha brownie so that's what I went with. Good choice. Our friends got lattes - matcha & cubano. There was plenty of seating. We sat & drank our coffees without a care in the world. The locals have it good here. read more

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This coffee shop sits right next to the beach and it's only a minute walk to the beach! A friend of mine stopped by after a quick hike and before the beach! They have a good variety of drinks and different milk options. They do have some food options as well that you can choose from. There are plenty of tables inside for working or just hanging out with someone. They also have an outdoor patio that is dog friendly! Our order came out pretty quickly even though they were pretty busy! There is a parking lot shared by soul grind and the supermarket and some other stores but we didn't have a problem finding a spot at all (it was a Tuesday afternoon though!) read more

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A lovely coffee shop by the sea where u can order coffee, some light breakfast to enjoy after a long hike. Love the foods, the coffee, the ambience and the personable friendly owner, Eddie. read more

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Out of all of the places in the Bay Area - soul grind coffee roasters is in my top five. I mean, the location itself is like a whole vibe. This is located on a small strip mall right by the freaking ocean. I love that you can go ahead and park and grab some thing from soul and literally walk over and sit at the beach. They do have a back patio area if you just want to sit back and enjoy as well. Now to the coffee and the food. All of their avocado toast are like crack. I always get the one with my basic eggs and avocado - it comes with a yummy spring salad as well. I've tried many of their Panini's, but I think the best one is definitely the chicken chipotle like perfection. I recommend their chai and I also recommend their vanilla latte iced with oat milk - always! Good vibes, and next to the ocean - that's all you need. read more

Its a holiday weekend and you have work to do that you don't want to do at home. So what do you do? Search for a coffee shop and this is the place that I ended up at. Off the bat - do coffee here and then head over to taco bell...yes, the fancy cantina on the beach taco bell. back to the review....i ordered the cliffhouse...on my laptop because at 9:30am, the place is packed and busy! I felt so suave ordering on my laptop for pickup and avoiding the 20 person line. cliffhouse: delightful. creamy. vanilla. caramely. it was a surprise latte drink that i ordered on a whim. Me...being a chai boy. (And cue Taylor the latte boy song.) noise: it's loud. I had to continually remind myself to speak louder to my friend and every sentence i spoke started with "sorry, what?!" Wifi is password protected and you can get it at the register. Don't fret if there is no seating inside, head out to the back where there is space. When I went it was super windy and cold so no one was there. parking: it's tough, but with some patience you can get one. hope to come back again soon and try the food. it looks pricey, but many were eating. And the serving ware is nice pottery. read more

Soul Grind Coffee Roasters - Cliff side - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacifica, California

We've been a pretty regular customer at soul grind and coffee, come here at least one time each week. Today, we ordered to go and my husband went to pick up the food. I paid for a regular brekkie with added avacado ($2), extra ham ($1.5), and added egg ($2). Did not receive any of the added things in my order. Very Disappointing service. We have to drive back to the store to ask for an exchange because no one picks up the store's phone. I also got a chocolate milk in my previous orders for $5.5, and it was a chocolate milk from Costco lol, but they did not label its Costco product. I thought it's some fancy organic milk (small size). read more

Soul Grind Coffee Roasters - What I ordered - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacifica, California

Super cute cafe with great food and drinks! We sat outside in their back patio area when the sun was out and the weather was amazing and it was the perfect sunday brunch. Staff was quick and friendly and recommended the cubano latte which was one of their most popular. The cubano latte was a bit too sweet for me but good if you prefer a little sweetness. Bacon and avocado toast was a fave. read more

Soul Grind Coffee Roasters - cashier / display area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacifica, California

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Amazing coffee and breakfast sandwich. It was my first time and I am delighted that I found this place. We are the first to arrive but line formed quickly. Seems a popular destination. Ambiance is very nice with wonderful view of the coast!! read more

Soul Grind Coffee Roasters - Latte. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacifica, California

Considering the decent reviews for this spot I was expecting tasteful coffee and pastries, but it was overall disappointing- I'm not disappointed with easily. I ordered the Cafe Au Lait and my friend the black coffee; our usual orders. I'm not sure if it was the beans flavor itself or the way the coffee was brewed, but it was down right not good. We waited 30 minutes in line only for us to receive cold coffee that tasted watered down. While the look and vibe of this spot is ideal for a beachside coffee, it certainly did not live up to my expectations. read more

This place is cute little stop with breakfast sandwiches and bagels served all day. It is also just a quick walk to the beach, which if you come on a weekend you might have trouble finding parking. It looks like many people come here to study or do some work. I really enjoyed the salmon toast and the beef empanada. The flavors just tasted so fresh! My husband liked the avo belt because of the way the bread was toasted. The breakfast bagel is your standard bagel (ham, cheese and egg) with the egg cooked exactly how I like it! Can't wait to come back and try a few more things on the menu. read more

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We set a meet up point here at Soul Grind off the 1hwy for our motorcycle trip down to LA. What a great idea and perfectly in every way. 400 miles down ahead of us 17 motorcycles at 8am on a misty and cloudy day. Nothing better than a strong coffee and decent breakfast to start a journey. Plenty of parking space and clean restroom as well. Thank you Soul Grind read more

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Their coffee is good but the staff is NOT friendly. Do not recommend this place. Nothing makes me go back.

Busy and poppin all the time. I wonder if they ever have any slow time at this location because every time I'm here, so is the entire town. Good for you soul grind! I love warming up in here after the beach with some yummy coffee or tea. I've had a few items on the menu and I like breakfast the best. The employees here work so hard and very efficiently. Don't miss this spot if you're in Pacifica. Also the vibes in this place are so fun. Modern hip and surfing is the aesthetic. read more

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Waited 45 minutes in a line just to order. I think that the place is great but it shouldn't take that long just to order when the line is only 7 people deep. read more

The food is amazing, service is quick and polite. Coffee is phenomenal and ambiance is even better with the waves right behind you!

Best. Local. Breakfast! Soul Grinds lives up to the hype of being the best breakfast in Pacifica. :) Very friendly and nice staff. Super chill laid back coastal ambiance very close to the beach! Extremely good food and a must-stop for any trip to Pacifica. #Bomb read more

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Found my new favorite cafe in Pacifica. Always on the prowl for a good cafe and I'm so happy to stumble upon this one. Location/Parking: Location wise has its pros and cons: pros being right next to the beach; you can grab food and watch the sunset after. Cons is parking is tight. This strip mall popular and I had to wait and circle a couple times until I luckily caught someone leaving. The cafe itself has indoor and outdoor seating. It can get loud but if you want to answer emails or do some light work I recommend. Good reliable Wi-Fi and plenty of seating. Staff is friendly! Didn't get to try much food because I just before I came here but the coffee was good and then banana bread was moist and not too sweet. I am coming back to try more on their menu! Also warning, it can get pretty busy especially in the early afternoon. There was a line out the door when I arrived and it did not slow down. Seating can get limited later in the day. So if you are trying to spend some time go early ! read more

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Best Avocado toast I've ever eaten in my life. I think it was the bread. Super tasty. I'd bet it was baked on site. Everyone enjoyed their food. I also had an empanada and the chimichuriesque sauce was fabulous. The tea was good too. All of the food looked so delicious it was hard to choose. read more

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After ordering a drip coffee, I saw the employee fill cup with a few drops and then told they had ran out of drip coffee. I was then served a pour over that was warm (bordering on cold) and tasted like sewer water! I was too embarrassed to return the coffee, as I had mentioned to the employee that I was recommended to this restaurant. I don't understand how a coffee shop can find it acceptable to serve and sell warm coffee and a drink that tastes absolutely awful, especially at a local coffee roaster eatery. It would have been appropriate and expected for employee to brew a fresh batch, instead of serving and selling coffee that is undrinkable. read more

Love coming to the area and always stop in for coffee here, which is great but takes forever even when they aren't that busy. Yesterday we stopped in at the 6pm hour and no long lines, there were some people inside, the outside seating areas empty. Seems they were preparing to close. Again coffee is always really good but an Americano literally took 15 minutes. Pastries were still plentiful, wanted the banana bread but alot places have walnuts in them which I'm allergic to, this had walnuts so no go. Pumpkin chocolate chip was the next option which sounded great, but also has walnuts. I opted for the zucchini bread which was pretty good. While waiting for coffee, the Mrs went to the restroom and DISGUSTING was an understatement. She was so grossed out and shocked. As a man I can go anywhere and don't care, but this is a shared restroom and the owners FAIL to monitor and regularly clean the restroom. This is a restaurant as well that serves lunch, not just pastries, they need to create a process to keep the place sanitary. Bottom line, I'll stop in for coffee when I'm in the area, but come on owners get your employees to take care of the restrooms regularly. You're a busy place people come and go and sure nobody likes cleaning toilets and restoom floors but it needs to be done. Otherwise people like me will complain and drop your Yelp score, and for good reason. 2 stars 1 star for the great coffee, 1 star for location. Hope you take my review seriously and adopt cleaning STANDARDS within your staffs operational procedures. read more

Oh man it was a busy café! The service was fast though but their food and coffees are so great that you'll find people flicking here after their beach stroll or grocery run. Anything and everything on their menu is delicious. They also have one of each food item on display for visual. They also sell baked goods, pastries, and canned/bottled beverages. They have many vegan/vegetarian options. Their coffees are amazing the baristas are highly skilled. Shoutout to the baristas who make the whole experience even better. They have indoor and outdoor seating. They offer dine/togo. It's a lively and loud cafe where you can bring your fur babies. If you're in the area, this is the spot for breakfast. read more

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Would have given 3 stars for the food preparation quality went downhill. Very little Gorgonzola in in Pear Gorgonzola salad, no arugula despite it being on of the main ingredients. But an exorbitant amount of un-candied pecans and dried cranberry instead. Seriously, who would love that much of either? Pancakes are pretty bland with not enough of topping for the price. Bummer! Not much service either since you order at the counter. The ambience is good, thanks to many dogs, kids and funny locals. Ultimately 4 stars for the vibe, prime location by the beach, and pretty good coffee. You need to bring the food up to the level of your drinks, guys, or only 3 stars next time! read more

I want to take a chance to comment this coffee/ deli place located right on the beach of Pacifica. 1) The food is good. Simple and delicious, but not to original. 2) Quality is Average, quantity is ok. 3) Price is not to competitive 4) Great view, lots of parking space 5) Awesome service. If you are in town surfing, fishing or just visiting, then go on give it a try and let me know what you think of the place. Go Foodie read more

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I want to like this place, but every time I come here, I feel less happy than I went in. Service is uneven, the food problems are just as bad as my last review. read more

Had a day off and decided to come here to have coffee and go on my computer for a couple of hours. It was around lunchtime so decided to get something hearty as well. Their menu is extensive and has anything that'll satisfy your craving - acai bowls, waffles, croissant sandwiches, pastries, etc. I got the brekkie sandwich and it was so filling. They give a decent amount of meat. I didn't expect there to be a side of fruit so that was pleasantly surprising! The cliff side latte intrigued me because it was homemade vanilla and caramel, and I'm glad I ordered it. Wasn't too sweet but you could still taste both notes of vanilla and caramel without one overpowering the other. Love that they have dairy free milk options: almond, soy, oat. The table layout is great, there's enough seating to where you don't have to sit next to anyone. Lot of outlets if you need. Wifi is available for inside or outdoor (they prob have 2 routers which is smart and amazing). read more

Soul Grind Coffee Roasters - Brekkie sandwich with pepper jack cheese, comes with a side of fruit. Cliff side latte with oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacifica, California

I'm typically not a believer of love at first sight but this place... my gosh have I fell in love! From the aesthetic, to the seating, the drinks, the food--no red flags here. The spread of food and pastry offered here is absolutely insane. We got the almond croissant and mocha brownie and both were divine. Definitely ranked high on our list of coffee shop pastries. The croissant was a little flat but packed with flavor. The mocha brownie was perfectly moist and filled with chunks of chocolate that tasted a little like espresso. Now, let me tell you about the drinks. Cliffside: One of THE BEST lattes my partner and I have had, hands down. This latte was so rich and creamy; it was an absolute dream! The temperature was also perfect for drinking straight away. Often I find some coffee places serve scorching hot beverages, having you to wait for it to cool down. If you love a smooth latte, I definitely recommend this. Matcha Chai: I asked for an extra shot, but they only do doubles and quads (which is, honestly, even better). I would say the chai is a little muted than I'm used to, but that might have been because of the added shots. I really liked their matcha! Some matcha taste a little powdery when iced, but this was a lot less and a lot more enjoyable. As good as it was iced, I think it would have been a lot better hot (just a thing to note). There was SO MUCH seating inside and outside. It might seem like a silly thing to be excited about, but when you're a college student, seating in a coffee shop is VERY important. There was an ample amount of outlets for your gadgets and table space to work with friends. Soul Grind, you're a gem! read more

Soul Grind Coffee Roasters - Almond Croissant and the Cliffside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacifica, California

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Stumbled across this coffee shop on a Sunday morning. At 9.30 am, the line was out the door. I found out while waiting in line that you could order online, so I did just that. Got a matcha latte and The Brekkie and it took about 25 minutes to get my order. The Brekkie (ham, cheese, and egg on a croissant) was just ok, nothing to brag about. However, it came with a small fruit salad which was a nice surprise. 3/5 The Matcha latte, on the other hand, was excellent. Extra hot, slightly bitter, rich and creamy. Highly recommend if you're a matcha lover. 5/5 Cool vibes, nice staff, clean bathroom, and plenty of tables both indoor and outdoor. Would definitely come back when I'm in the area. read more

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This is definitely one to put on your list if you are in Pacifica and want to grab brunch or lunch. I don't get down this way much, but I would totally make a return visit. I'm going to lead with ambiance as the starting point before food. I didn't quite know what to expect from a little spot in a strip mall in what I'm pretty sure either used to be an oil change spot or perhaps garage. But it works well - and there's lots of outdoor seating. And where are you sitting? Within a good golf shot of the Ocean. They mention on their site that they are influenced by Skate and Surf Culture. The food was great. I don't normally go for pancakes, but the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes were delicious. Solid range of Breakfast, Toasts, Sandwiches and Salads. BTW - They roast their own coffee and have a solid selection of options. read more

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Great food, friendly servers! A great place to visit with friends. Dog-friendly patio. The quiche Lorraine with side salad and turmeric latte were delicious read more

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Biggest thing: the owner is really creepy and blatantly sexualizes both his female staff and customers. This has happened every time I've gone in (which is infrequently over the years because I witness the owner's gross behavior every time). I could overlook or excuse the super long wait times for anything you order, even just a black coffee, and the steep prices for them if it weren't for this man. His inappropriate and uncomfortable behavior drives me away every time, which is too bad because it's a beautiful space. The quiche I tried was really good and the coffee isn't bad, but knowing that the owner will be likely be lurking around, and patronizing the high prices he sets allows him to benefit, I only go if someone visiting town insists on going there for the location. I'd rate the-- product: 4/5, service: 2.5/5, space & location: 5/5, prices: $$$ (for a coffee shop), overall vibe after encountering the owner: 1/5 read more

I came in today because why not, it's an awesome super cute cafe at the beach. Coffee Best coffee I've had in a while, made this girl with long wavy hair and dimples. I didn't catch her name but she makes the line worth waiting for. Ambiance A small town coffee shop with the sound and breeze from the Pacific Ocean. Great tunes too. Service Kind, polite, and hardworking staff. There are no slackers here. Very efficient and friendly workers. read more

The coffee and food are absolutely delicious, but the staff is even better. Big shoutout to Anna, the cashier, who really made this morning special. 5 stars just for the service alone! This coffee shop has a great atmosphere and plenty of places to study or have a chat with a friend. It's a very inclusive place, it even has a gender neutral bathroom and a día de los muertos alter. read more

Soul Grind Coffee Roasters - Vietnamese Iced Coffee & Croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacifica, California

The drinks and food were delicious. Service was great with one unfortunate huge exception - the "manager," Sophia. She came off as very rude, judgmental and condescending. This was my observation on how she treated her employees and even the way she looked at and talked to customers. It's a shame that a place that was a such a pleasure to visit was tainted by her. Would want to come back again, but only if she's not working. What's her days off? read more

Looked legit because of the ambiance and crowd and sincerely wanted to like this place. But everything we ordered from the brunch menu was ALL UNDER seasoned and the coffee was mediocre. I had to grab the table salt and revive our food. Everyone at my party left disappointed :( We ordered: Smoked Salmon toast - Good The farmhouse breakfast - under seasoned The veggie brekkie - way under seasoned Bali bowl - bland AF :( Turmeric latte was decent, great latte art Same with the charcoal latte Quick tip: there was a lot of seating outside and at the back. read more

Soul Grind Coffee Roasters - Veggie brekki, farmers breakfast, smoke salmon toast, Bali bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacifica, California

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The place is beautiful, clean. Such an inviting restaurant. The food display is enticing. It makes you hungry for greeting. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The presentation of the food is a work of art. The flavors though...wow. Just incredible. I'll be honest, I was shocked by the price of everting. $60 for two breakfast and two mochas. But after trying my meal (I had the lemon pancakes), I can see why. It's definitely a treat worth indulging in. read more

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Best spot in town! Pacifica local here and I'm so grateful to have this place with a great vibe, excellent food and coffee, and a friendly staff. read more

We stopped to get warm and have some caffeine and found ourselves snacking our way through the great menu. Casual and friendly that is my new "I need to take a ride" destination. Dont let the lines fool ya. This place has its systems down and you will be sipping in no time read more