+ Adding to the wall of memories. Really loved this restaurant, it had a great menu and sweetly decorated interiors with a wonderful, cozy atmosphere but Estevan is the man who carried the entire place on his shoulders. He is an extremely kind, gracious, diligent, and a consummate professional. He has a great memory and knew all the regulars. He knew the menu like the back of his hand and always had excellent, thoughtful recommendations. We hope he is doing amazing and wish him every happiness, he truly is a rockstar, anyone would be lucky to have him on their team. read more

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Chipotle Bacon Breakfast Burrito = 5 stars Service was also 5 stars If you plan on dining in on a Saturday morning, it will most likely be extremely noisy. It was packed and so loud. It was hard to have a conversation but the burrito definitely made up for it. Super delicious and what you expect a burrito to taste like and more. The tater tots were also yummy and super crispy. YUM! The French Toast for me was underwhelming and it was cooked inconsistently with the other toast it came with ... wasn't my fav and wouldn't order again. Dry and not for me. Parking isn't my fav either, but I love the area. read more

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Ventured into Manhattan Beach for the morning and came here for breakfast. It has a french vibe. Service is friendly and efficient. After eating so many heavy meals two times a day for 4 days, wanted/needed something lighter. Started with the yogurt plate which had nice fresh fruit of apples, grapes, blackberries and bananas along with granola and honey. This was good. We also had the avocado toast - generous portions. It looked like it was one full avocado on two slices of hearty toast with green goddess dressing. Had 2 poached eggs (perfect), 2 slices of crips bacon (also perfectly crisp) and a side of fruit - this had the same as the yogurt plate but also had figs and plums!. The french omelette is traditional, delicate, simple and delicious. The side salad is quintessential French - greens with a light dressing. It also had the same side of fruit. Lovely way to start the day! read more

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Simple yet perfect. Every dish is so well thought out with fresh organic ingredients. I ordered a French Omelette and it was so good. My husband makes the best French Omelette and this comes in second. Seriously the best omelette I've had outside of home. Not even in Paris was there better. The pumpkin bread wasn't bad but just not my favorite. The fruit on the side was so good. The array of fruits, the orange zest and hint of lime I believe were so refreshing. The raspberry jam was very lightly sweetened and was so good. This is definitely "healthy" food that's not overly salty or overly sweet but everything was seasoned well and very fresh. High quality ingredients prepared perfectly. read more

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I went here for Sunday brunch and it was lovely. They don't take reservations so I recommend coming early. I found parking in a nearby structure. We still had to wait about 30 min for a table but it went fast since you can walk around the beach/other shops. We ordered the veggie scramble and omelette. I also had the caper potatoes. The portions were big and I really enjoyed my scramble. The caper potatoes were a tad salty but crispy. The prices are definitely more than other brunch places but they use quality ingredients. Overall, a fancy brunch place for a special occasion. read more

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Decided to stop in while looking for a coffee shop in the area. I wasn't aware that this area was a little bit more expensive and not a casual place to get food. I went in my pajamas and a hoodie to work on school work and was met with a lot of stares. This is my fault I am from Texas and not familiar with the different LA area neighborhoods. The food was a bit pricey (again coming from Texas) and it was okay nothing too exciting. The cafe itself was cute though a bit on the smaller side and very crowded. Was not able to get any work done or even try any coffee (which was the whole purpose) but regardless cute little place. read more

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Amazing food and great service! Cute little restaurant near the beach in the downtown. Even the toast in the simple breakfast tasted o delicious with the grill flavor. Croissant sandwich is also tasty! Impressive! read more

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A very solid, cute breakfast place located in Manhattan beach hidden right next to the kettle. We went here on a Sunday around 9 and there was absolutely no wait, but this place can fill quickly and it is pretty tiny so plan accordingly. There are a variety of offerings ranging from yogurt to salad to omelettes to burritos. They probably have whatever you're craving. For food, I went with the breakfast burrito. It was delicious. The eggs were soft and melted in your mouth. The tater tots add that crunch and the avocado was creamy. It was perfectly blended together. They do have an extensive coffee and tea menu. I went with the chai latte. It was not overwhelmingly sweet and coated with a nice layer of cinnamon. The service is excellent. The staff is friendly. This place is a hit. read more

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My daughter and I had a morning to kill before our flight so decided to check out Manhattan Beach. I saw stellar Yelp reviews for un caffe altamura and called to make sure there wouldn't be too long of a wait at 9:30am on a Sunday morning. They assured me we should be ok and (as promised) we were seated right away. I started with a latte and immediately regretted not getting an iced latte since I was in warm weather for the first time in awhile (thanks to the chicago winter). Regardless it was a tasty latte. I ordered the french omelette, which may have been the best omelette I've eaten in a long time. I added sheep's milk french feta, which was a good call because it truly was perfect. My daughter had the breakfast sandwich and seemed just as satisfied. The service was great and we were in and out within the hour. This left plenty of time to explore Manhattan Beach before our flight, although most stores didn't open until 11am since it was a Sunday. A tasty brunch spot in one of my favorite areas in LA; I hope to go back soon! read more

I thought this place was going to be another mediocre restaurant by the beach but I was so wrong! After walking all over to find a brunch place, we decided to try this restaurant. The wait was not too bad on a Sunday morning. We waited for 30 minutes or so. Once we got our table, the server attended to us right away. The menu had a lot of great options so he gave us a couple of recommendations. I order the French omelette. Based off of the menu, the omelette did not sounds like it was a lot of food. But when they brought the food out to us, it was a spread. You basically got a bit of everything and I really liked that. The omelette with the simple salad definitely reminded me of breakfast in Europe! So simple but so good! The omelette came with some bread and fruits, which were also sublime. I was really impressed with this place and definitely would highly recommend to anyone visit Manhattan beach area. read more

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Very cute cafe - very busy on Saturday morning so be prepared or get there early. The waiter Estevan was friendly. All of our food was amazing the French omelette delicious. You have to try the homemade jam! read more

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Very quaint and beautiful vibe restaurant! Just had lattes which did not disappoint. We didn't do breakfast but everything looked delicious. Just celebrated my birthday with a cup of coffee and with a bestie!! I wanted to give a shout out to Esteban who made our time great!! Will be back because the place is amazing!! read more

Yum! Loved the veggie scramble, it was big enough to split between two! The breakfast burrito was solid too and had a really yummy sauce. My group of three only ordered 2 things and that was plenty. Sharing is the way to go. The food was a little on the expensive side but what can you do. read more

un caffe altamura - Veggie scramble, breakfast burrito - Cafes Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

4/12/24 Cute little breakfast & brunch spot in manhattan beach serving up locally sourced ingredients. I love that there are fresh floral arrangements & each table had a flower in a small vase. Met up with our cumadre here for a great & tasty meal. It's a bit loud for our taste (it's loud when you have to raise your voice over the music to be able to hear each other). Hubby ordered an oat milk latte & a drip coffee for myself. His latte tasted really good, my coffee was okay, probably not something i would order again. My girlfriend ordered a simple breakfast with eggs, toast (and peach jam) & bacon, Hubby got a breakfast burrito & I ordered (sorry if I misspell it) za'avata eggs w/ salad & of course ricotta pancakes to share. Service was attentive & friendly. Our food arrived timely & everything tasted very good. My eggs had some zesty & tangy, spicy sauce over them-simple yet delicious. The potatoes with capers were pretty good as well. Hubby said it's a really good breakfast burrito, flavorful with lots of avocado & crispy bacon bits. Glad we tried this place. Parking can be atrocious but we parked in the structure about half a block away using meters. It was i think it was $2 per hour? Luckily we had tons of quarters. It's really hard to have a conversation though coz of the loudness of the place. read more

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There is a major problem with this restaurant, the seats are way too close together! The people sitting next to you are literally bumping elbows with you. BAD! I believe that one of the main problems with their seating is that the hostess doesn't realize that they are supposed to separate customers, when there are open tables, not stuff people next to each other. If you want to be forced to listen to the conversation of the people sitting next to you, this restaurant is for you. In terms of their food, yes, they use high quality ingredients and they offer a lot of very healthy options. The overall presentation of the food is very good. But, I believe that the chef or chefs at this restaurant really needs to take a closer look at their dishes before they have them delivered to the customer. For example, the last time I ate here, I had ordered the savory breakfast bowl. The yogurt that came as part of this bowl was so sour it completely made me suck my cheeks in. It was so bad, I couldn't even eat it. Afterwards, it was one of those horrible feelings where you get that taste stuck in your mouth and you keep reliving the experience. Really, the chefs really need to take a closer look at what they're presenting to their customers. The staff here are very nice. One of their main problems is they seem to become overwhelmed. When we had completed our meal, we waited for a very long time, and then the server came by and said that she was sorry and she would bring our check right away. I had to ask for the check four more times after that from two different people before it was finally brought to me. Just something to keep in mind. Overall, this is a very popular restaurant, so you can expect to not have a nice, quiet, and enjoyable conversation with whomever you're dining with. As, more than likely you will be literally rubbing elbows with the people next to you, and being forced to listen to their conversation, which can become very trying when, for example, the last time I ate here, the person next to us was just using abridged profanity with every word, and speaking very loudly. That's my experience with this restaurant. This is just something to keep in mind. read more

The food was outstanding! I got the breakfast burrito and it might be the best breakfast burrito I've ever had. Truly. The service was prompt and respectful. No complaints there at all. Ambiance is great. Cute restaurant and if you're able to get a seat facing out, it's pretty awesome! Overall, 10/10 experience. I'll for sure go back very soon! read more

Was welcomed in by a gracious hostess. I have been missing spending time in cafes when I lived in nyc and this transported me back for a bit. Love the decor and vibe. Food was fresh and the pistachio chicken salad is one of the best salads I've ordered out in a really long time. I would say it is a touch too pricey, $30 but the portion was pretty generous. Thé sandwiches looked great as well, have to pay extra for fries. Overall, would come back again. read more

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For the service, 5 stars . I didn't like the French toast , definitely disappointed. Prices are more on the expensive side Also very hard with parking in this area . read more

Cute little cafe in Manhattan Beach. Ordered the breakfast burrito and the avocado toast. Server was very prompt, the server always filled our water glasses. Ambience- I had a table by the front window, very pleasant. read more

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Thank you again for accommodating our large group and last minute table request. Our server, Estevan, was incredible! He was so patient and kind to our little ones. He was tremendously accommodating to our allergies. He made our coffees flawlessly and all with a smile on his face. We felt so lucky to have him as our server/barista today and appreciated your team being part of our celebration. Thank you again and we will be back! read more

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I've had the breakfast burrito, the yogurt, and the croissant breakfast sandwich. All of them are amazing. The yogurt will literally make you confused on how good it is. My friends and I have said, "I'm baffled" whenever we eat the yogurt. It's next to the beach, so it's perfect for a sunny breakfast/brunch. The waiters are all really cod and helpful. If I lived closer, I'd go much more often. read more

un caffe altamura - Breakfast sandwich, breakfast burrito and yogurt. - Cafes Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

I recently discovered un caffe altamura and visited with a friend after our morning workout. It was a great way to treat ourselves after waking up early to do pilates. that's how it works right? un caffe altamura is a very aesthetic breakfast place that is a few blocks away from the Manhattan Beach pier. The food is a bit pricey but they are very generous with their portions. Both my friend and I packed leftovers to go. My favorite was the salmon salad on sourdough buckwheat. They gave so much food and it was a better version of a tuna salad sandwich. I loved it and would go back just to have it again! What we tried: Ceremonial Matcha Latte - single-cultivar tea leaves, ground from hand-picked tea leaves of the renowned okumidori cultivar in shizuoka, japan Salmon Salad on Sourdough Buckwheat - poached wild salmon tossed in labneh yogurt, red onion, dill, cucumber, currant, citrus & mustard seed. topped with a jammy egg, dill sprig, flaked maldon salt (served open face) + house french fries (+$4) Black Loose Leaf Tea: Big Ben Breakfast Tea - blend of organic yunnan and assam black tea French Omelette - fresh herbs, sea salt served with simple salad, seasonal fruit & grilled bread Instagram: @jessgoeat read more

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One of the most fresh breakfast dishes I've had in a long time!! Amazing ingredients, good flavors, and little to no oil in their omelette (rare these days). Beautiful interior, friendly staff, and robust menu. Can't wait to come back! read more

There have been several times my colleagues have been trying to come here, but the wait during lunch time are hit or miss and occasionally we came on Monday's which is the day they're closed. So finally with previous failed attempts came better planning ahead, my manager and I decided to do a surprise lunch to celebrate my coworker's recent engagement. We came in the day prior and asked if we could rsvp, but they only allowed reservations for 8 people or more. But the staff were really sweet and said if we called 15 mins prior they will try to have a table ready for us, which is exactly what happened! All 5 of us excitedly walked over there, and we had a table near the front. The inside was bright and cute. The menu was inviting, and we noticed there was pistacio milk in almost everything, which was different than what we all never seen elsewhere. All of our coffee drinks were so good. I had the cinnamon shooter which was sugar rimmed and was perfect for the fall season. The other girls had the strawberry matcha iced latte which they said it was amazing! For entree, I chose something light which is the Lemon + Herb Za'atar eggs. It looked and tasted very good. Next time I'd love to try their beans and greens salad served with wild shrimp because it looked so fresh and bomb. It was all good vibes here and everyone came out feeling good, and said how much we wanted to come back again. This is perfect for a lunch date with friends or even by yourself. 10/10! read more

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Feel the need to get away and be lost in a cafe somewhere in Europe? Well, no need to travel far. This gorgeous restaurant is located in the heart of Manhattan Beach. It definitely serves from the heart as well. From the bright and beautiful space to the waitstaff who greets you warmly and attends to your needs. It's small and artsy filled with stunning floral arrangements with a joyful vibe. We ordered several lattes and each one was delicious and satisfying. The brunch items were cooked perfectly and had so much flavor. Shout out to the owner, Alex who has done a wonderful job of bringing a bit of European flair to our part of the town. She also was warm and friendly and made us feel at home LOVE this place. read more

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Nice breakfast/brunch spot in Manhattan beach! Saturday afternoon it was still busy but was able to walk in and get a table around 2 pm. I had a chai latte ($7), which was nicely spiced, lots of cinnamon. I got the breakfast burrito as a bowl. The eggs were nicely scrambled, bacon was thick and savory, lots of cheese, and the tater tots were a nice addition. Also liked the onions and avocado on top. The side of fruit was nice. It was a mix of grapes, apple, cantaloupe, and orange. This dish was about $23. Food is definitely pricy, perhaps because of the area. Server was very kind and food came relatively fast. read more

un caffe altamura - Burrito as a bowl with side of fruit, chai latte - Cafes Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

Adorable little place in MB that's open only for breakfast and brunch. You see a lot of the usual suspects on a typical brunch menu. However, the menu seemed to have more savory and fewer sweet options. But they had some nice additions to their dishes. Often times, an order of avocado toast is literally just the avocado toast with maybe some toppings or garnish on the side. Here, it's an entire avocado toast plate. So it was a very filling meal that also included 2 strips of bacon, a poached egg, and a fruit bowl. The croissant breakfast sandwich was stacked and plentiful. The yogurt bowl looked like it could have been a meal all by itself. Great brunch drink options but I got my usual matcha. Appreciated the prompt and friendly service. Liked the simple, bright and clean decor. read more

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Got a delicious latte to go. Friendly staff and nice interior. We loved the art while we waited. read more

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WOW!! This place is amazing! I can't wait until I get to come back. Walked in on a Saturday morning without a reservation and waited only about 5 min. The restaurant is way bigger than I thought once I got inside. Service was great, our waitress was very attentive. I loved my meal, so tasteful and such big portions! I also ordered a matcha iced latte and that was so good too!! Would highly recommend this place! read more

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Literally one of the best breakfast experiences I have ever had. Every single person at the table enjoyed their food. Service was attentive, warm, and genuine. The restaurant itself had incredible atmosphere, natural light and very open and airy. I will miss the ceremonial matcha with pistachio milk forever. read more

Cute and Casual. The waitstaff was friendly. The service was good. The food was tasty with good presentation. read more

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Today was my first breakfast at this restaurant and it was fantastic! Every detail from the beautifully prepared cappuccino and the fresh orange zest on the fruit to the house made dressing on the salad and perfectly cooked omelette...What an incredible meal! Even the grilled bread and apricot preserves were delicious. Our server was lovely as well. She didn't rush us, was attentive and sweet. I could not recommend Un Caffé Altamura more! read more

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This place is unbelievably delicious!!!! Everything is SO fresh and delightful!!! After discovering it, I have brought my Mom and 3-4 friends. I'll be bringing more! read more

I saw all the wonderful comments on Yelp so had to visit this place. It's so refreshing to see a breakfast place made with healthy high quality ingredients taste so good! CINNAMON SHOT: I waited 15 plus minutes for my to go coffee and was getting antsy, but when the drink finally came out I was pretty happy at first sip. I ordered it 50 percent sweetness and it reminded me of Christmas mid summer. I loved it. Will be ordering this one again. AVOCADO TOAST: there's nothing wrong with any of the components of this dish but it's pricy for what you get. CELERY WALNUT SALMON SALAD: I love radicchio so this salad was a hit for me. It's healthy and balanced. TOMATO SPICY SOUP: with tahini, pistachio, and basil. So delicious. CHICKEN HAVARTI SANDWICH: I was skeptical when. My husband ordered it but the bread is toasted and the right crunch. All the ingredients were fresh and it's evident in the final product Thank you for a great brunch. Kinda busy but staff very nice. Parking is metered on street. read more

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One of our favorite breakfast spots in Manhattan Beach. Parking is close by in a lot just around the corner, in case you don't score a street parking spot. Having a resy is a good idea and recommended, especially for popular breakfast/brunch times on weekends. Kids are welcomed here! You will definitely see families dining here and a number of them seem like locals and regulars. Glad to see the restaurant encouraging this. Coffee here is incredible. Definitely have your favorite espresso based drink or other beverage. Wine list is good. Food is amazing. I had serious food envy of my 3 year old's pancakes...he will never know a couple bites went missing lol!! They were incredible. Their omelette is to die for. Cooked perfectly in French style (soft omelette). Definitely recommend adding the goat cheese extra. Can't wait to go back!!! read more

What a wonderful hidden spot! We came here on a whim when I had the day off with the kids and the food was so wonderful especially the lavender latte. The boys ate everything and they usually don't. The atmosphere was fantastic. The café is bigger than it seems from the front and the food is worth the money. Service was fantastic and they offered to split a few of our dishes so the boys had a little of each. Highly recommend this place will definitely be back. read more

un caffe altamura - Played guess the artist while we waited for our food. - Cafes Near Me - Manhattan Beach, California

"Johnny, I'm in Manhattan Beach today where should I go?" LOOK NO FURTHER. I DIRECT EVERYONE WITH 2 EARS TO THIS PLACE. It reminds me of what I daydream of when I picture a perfect cafe on the Amalfi coast, a beautiful tasteful interior without being ostentatious. A cafe where everything has a purpose and functionality, and this functionally brings about an effortless simplicity. At one table there is a gentlemen draped in all linen with a white fedora, drinking his coffee reading his newspaper, and at another there is a beautiful couple in their late 20s splitting a croissant, laughing vivaciously just enjoying being in the presence of one another. Ahhhh, young love. Locking back in here, my b. Let me put you on this Honey Lavender Latte, or as Manhattan Beach locals call it, "The Elixir of Life." Tbh I don't even like latte's and neither does my brother, but we always get one when we come here. After the latte, the vet move is to order the smoked chipotle tomato bisque soup. This is like the Wayne Gretzky of tomato bisque soups. I went with the Simple Breakfast as I love just that, a simple breakfast. lol. The eggs: perfect, the fruit: fresh, the bacon: delicious, and the bread: pre-buttered. Pre-buttered bread is so mf underrated. I need to shoutout the entire staff for being so welcoming and engaging, they really make you feel right at home. I specifically need to highlight Alexa, who is actually the GOAT. Every restaurant and cafe owner can learn something from her. She has literally everyone in Manhattan Beach thinking she is their best friend, and I mean this in the best way possible. A lot of restaurant owners or managers make the rounds throughout their restaurant, stopping by the table with a forced smile that anyone with a decent EQ can see right through, but not Alexa. It really does feel authentic from her. When I told her I was moving out to Alphabet City in nyc, she had like a 10 minute conversation with me about it and how she loves Alphabet City and she is so excited/jealous. You can't teach this skillset. She loves this cafe and the city and this passion oozes out of her. I for one can't help but be inspired by this level of passion. MANHATTAN BEACH, STAND UP!!!!! read more

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The Service: The service is so wonderful. The staffs are super attentive with smile on their face. The Food: Great brunch menu! The plating is so beautiful and appetizing. Love their salad, huge portion! Perfect to share. Also, their French toast is amazing. The toast is thick and flavorful, drizzle with maple syrup.... so good! The Parking: Street metered parking and parking structure nearby. (P.S. for the holiday season, the city offers FREE parking in that area!) After brunch, take a short walk to the beach! Bonus~ read more

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My top eat in Manhattan beach so far. Everything was wonderful from the ambiance to the service to the food. You can tell not only by the presentation, but by the freshness of the food that they are using high quality ingredients. Simple but well distributed and yummy omelette and breakfast burrito, fluffy pancakes, and delicious coffee. read more

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Lovely breakfast with high quality ingredients you can truly taste. We loved their breakfast burrito and the best part was that the ingredients weren't buried in a salsa so you could appreciate the quality of the eggs bacon and avocado and the hash wasn't too filling or overpowering. We also ordered the European breakfast which was equally as lovely. The fresh strawberries, Brie cheese, prosciutto and bread were too notch and the fluffy creamy folded eggs were off the chart. It's expensive here but it's worth it for the quality! read more