Best Coffee Shops in Manhattan Beach

Whether you're fueling up before a morning walk on The Strand or meeting a client for a midday pick-me-up, Manhattan Beach has no shortage of top-tier coffee spots. From cozy corners to design-forward cafés, this beach town delivers on both caffeine and coastal charm.

Here are our favorite local coffee shops—each offering something a little different, whether you're grabbing a quick latte or settling in for a morning of remote work.

☕️ Caffe Luxxe

📍 3310 Highland Ave
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Chic, minimalist, and totally luxe—Caffe Luxxe brings European-style espresso culture to the heart of North Manhattan Beach. Known for their velvety cappuccinos, single-origin beans, and elegant interiors, this is a go-to spot for a quiet morning, casual meeting, or post-surf reward. Their coffee is meticulously sourced and roasted in-house, and their baristas are true pros.

Try this: Iced Shakerato or their signature Testa Rossa espresso.

☕️ HiFi Espresso

📍 1805 N Sepulveda Blvd
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Tucked inside a modern co-working space, HiFi Espresso is one of Manhattan Beach’s hidden gems. With clean design, strong espresso, and creative seasonal drinks, this is a favorite among locals who want good coffee without the scene. The environment is sleek, quiet, and consistently high quality.

Try this: Lavender vanilla latte or a classic cortado.

☕️ Verve Coffee Roasters

📍 3008 Highland Ave
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Santa Cruz-based Verve brings California-cool to the North Manhattan Beach coffee scene. The space is breezy and modern, with wide windows and natural light that make it perfect for a post-yoga stop or remote work session. Sustainability, direct trade, and expert brewing are central to their brand—and their nitro cold brew is legendary.

Try this: Nitro cold brew or seasonal single-origin pour-over.

☕️ Goodboybob Coffee Roasters

📍 401 Manhattan Beach Blvd
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With roots in Santa Monica, Goodboybob is the sleek, stylish downtown café you bring your design-loving friends to. Every detail—from the locally roasted beans to the curated wine list—feels intentional. This is a favorite for those who want a refined, creative environment (and maybe a glass of pét-nat with their pastry).

Try this: Pour-over or naturally processed Ethiopian espresso.

☕️ Two Guns Espresso

📍 350 N Sepulveda Blvd & 3216 Highland Ave
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A Manhattan Beach icon, Two Guns Espresso brings New Zealand flair and SoCal energy to the South Bay. Known for strong flat whites, cheeky branding, and quick service, their Highland location is a sunny grab-and-go favorite, while the Sepulveda shop is more spacious for hangouts and work sessions.

Try this: Flat white or dirty chai. Also: don’t sleep on the breakfast burrito.

☕️ Offset Coffee

📍 821 N Sepulveda Blvd
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Clean design, well-balanced coffee, and a relaxed neighborhood vibe make Offset Coffee a go-to for locals. Their Manhattan Beach location serves everything from espresso classics to creative lattes, with plenty of seating and reliable Wi-Fi for working or catching up with friends.

Try this: Iced honey oat latte or cold brew with vanilla sweet cream.

☀️ Bonus Picks:

• Uncle Bill’s Pancake House – Great for coffee and a breakfast ocean view

• Pressed Juicery – Not coffee, but top-notch matcha & wellness drinks

• Blue Butterfly Coffee Co. (El Segundo) – A charming café on Main Street with a historic building vibe and excellent breakfast sandwhiches

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