Coffee bar

The Menu

Coffee and Books.

Everything we serve is organic, sourced with care, and made to be lingered over. We are not in a hurry here, and we don't think you should be either.

Espresso

Espresso Bar

Espresso

Single origin, pulled short. The whole story in one shot.

$4

Cortado

Equal parts espresso and warm milk. Balanced, direct.

$5

Cappuccino

Textured milk, deep espresso, a little foam on top.

$6

Flat White

Microfoam over a double ristretto. Silky and strong.

$6

Latte

Steamed milk, single or double shot, your call.

$6

Americano

Espresso lengthened with hot water. Clean and honest.

$5

Brewed Coffee

Pour Over & Drip

Pour Over

Single origin, brewed to order. Ask what's on the bar today.

$7

Cold Brew

Steeped 18 hours. Smooth, dark, no bitterness.

$6

Drip Coffee

House blend, always fresh. Bottomless on the patio.

$4

Specialty Drinks

House Originals

The Explanation

Our house drink — espresso, cardamom, oat milk, a touch of honey. Ask about it.

$8

Fog Latte

Earl Grey, steamed milk, vanilla. Named for the coast.

$7

Dark Matter

Cold brew, activated charcoal, coconut milk. Black as the questions.

$8

Golden Hour

Turmeric, ginger, oat milk, espresso. The California afternoon in a cup.

$8

Food

To Eat

Morning Tartine

Sourdough, cultured butter, seasonal jam from the Central Coast.

$9

Avocado Toast

Local avocado, lemon, chili flake, everything seasoning.

$11

Almond Croissant

Twice-baked, frangipane, powdered sugar. From the bakery down the road.

$6

Seasonal Grain Bowl

Whatever is growing nearby. Ask the counter.

$14

Cheese & Honey Board

Three local cheeses, honeycomb, walnuts, crackers.

$16

Menu is a preview. Offerings will evolve with the seasons and what's growing nearby.

❧ All coffee is organic. All milk alternatives available at no extra charge.

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A coffee shop and bookstore coming soon to the Central California Coast.

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