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Start your day at Demitasse, one of the best specialty coffee shops in Santa Monica, located on the Third Street Promenade. Known for roasting its own beans and expertly crafted espresso, it’s a favorite among locals and coffee enthusiasts alike. If you’re visiting on a Wednesday or Saturday, you’ll pass through the world-famous Santa Monica Farmers Market, where California’s top chefs and local residents shop for peak-season produce. Prefer matcha? Head to Espresso Cielo, where you’ll find one of the best ceremonial-grade matcha lattes in Downtown Santa Monica, crafted with premium Japanese matcha for a smooth, vibrant start to the day. All within walking distance from The Pierside.
When it’s time to recharge, make your way to goodboybob Coffee Roasters, widely regarded as one of the top specialty coffee destinations in Santa Monica. It’s a favorite workspace for professionals from nearby companies like Blizzard Entertainment, Red Bull, and Riot Games, making it the perfect spot to catch up on emails while enjoying meticulously sourced coffee. If matcha is more your speed, stop by Amai and order their signature Matcha Einspänner, a rich ceremonial matcha topped with silky cream that’s quickly becoming one of Santa Monica’s must-try matcha drinks.
End the day back at The Surfing Fox at The Pierside Hotel for what just might be the best espresso martini on the Westside. The difference is in the details. Every cocktail begins with a freshly ground and pulled La Colombe espresso, shaken with Borghetti espresso liqueur and premium spirits to create a rich, velvety cocktail crowned with the perfect layer of foam. Pair it with dinner, toast the sunset just steps from the Santa Monica Pier, and finish your coffee-inspired adventure exactly where every great beach day should end.