Southern California (SoCal) is one of the most popular spring and summertime destinations, thanks to the wide array of cities, beaches and activities to choose from. SoCal’s coffee scene has transformed in recent years, with baristas now putting more thought than ever into each cup o’ joe. Whether you’re in town to see the sights or tour the coast, check out this list of famous local SoCal coffee shops and roasters to keep your energy up on the go.
This tiny coffee roaster offers locations in San Juan Capistrano and Santa Ana, priding themselves in meticulous care for each and every coffee bean from sourcing to the final cup – always ensuring the perfect roast.
Are you looking for a healthy breakfast to enjoy while sipping your favorite drink? Orange County’s Milk & Honey Coffee Bar is known for their famous lavender latte, range of ice teas and fresh açai bowls.
What’s better than a great cup of coffee? An ice cream sandwich to pair it with. Dripp is a specialty coffee bar with a passion for creating handcrafted coffee, locally-sourced ice cream, cookies, pastries and more.
If you’re in Malibu, you need to visit the first Malibu Farm, located right on the water at the end of Malibu Pier. This Instagram sensation is located only about 20 minutes from Santa Monica and serves farm-to-table food and the best views in Malibu.
Located next door to the owner’s Virtual Reality Theater, Goodboybob hosts a number of educational events each month. If coffee isn’t your thing, not to worry. This coffee shop also serves local craft beer and wine.
Bring Fido along to Caffe Luxxe, a dog-friendly coffee house and roaster with frequent art shows that spotlight members of the community. Caffe Luxxe has eight locations for you to visit, including Il Laboratorio di Caffe Luxxe – their exclusive coffee laboratory.
Krakatoa is a cozy, pet-friendly café found in a Craftsman house, nestled in the shade of a large fig tree. The joint supports local vendors and farmers, all while offering homemade food (with gluten-free and vegan options) and live music.
Leaders in the “farm-to-cup” movement, Bird Rock Coffee Roasters has transformed the coffee scene in San Diego with their sustainability initiatives, classes and public events. Travel tip: Check out the roaster’s calendar of upcoming events before your visit in case you need to save your spot in advance.
Are you looking for pour-over coffee? Achilles is the spot for you. The café offers the largest selection of pour-over coffee options in San Diego, and, in case you fall in love with the brew before your trip comes to an end, Achilles offers a mail-order coffee subscription that ships across North America.
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