Linnaea's Cafe

1110 Garden St, San Luis Obispo, CA

★★★★★4.6(639 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“This beloved SLO institution roasts some of the town's most celebrated espresso and pairs it with housemade chai, pastries, and a thoughtfully curated light breakfast menu that goes beyond typical cafe fare. The vibe is genuinely magical—a peaceful, laptop-friendly haven with a quaint outdoor area where the team (led by owner Rusty) makes everyone feel like a regular, whether you're a student cramming or just seeking refuge in what locals call the best coffee in town. It's the kind of place where excellent coffee is almost secondary to the warm, creative atmosphere that keeps people coming back.”

What to expect

MeetingsPastriesTraditional drinksLight foodEspresso focusedSlow sitOutdoor seatingLaptop friendlySpecialty drinksFull breakfast

Google Reviews

Diana Dilee DiNucci-Maher
★★★★★a month ago

Cool place some a few gluten free vegan options but more lacto-ovo options. The herbal tea is unusually good. The outdoor area is quaint. We enjoyed what we ordered. Thank you!

Darien
★★★★★a month ago

Linnaea’s probably has the best coffee in SLO. I come here very often, and the customer service is always top-notch. Every employee is beautiful in their own unique way, and it truly feels like such a welcoming environment. I will forever rave about this coffee shop and recommend it to anyone who wants quality coffee and amazing customer service!

Matt Wright
★★★★★2 months ago

Easily my favorite cafe around the neighborhood. Rusty runs it with a super friendly team. One of the only cafes to have housemade chai, pastries and beautifully light brunch menu. The peaceful back patio with birds, greenery and everything else you need to take a pause is perfect.

Caoilainn Barger
★★★★★3 months ago

This place is like no other. The only word to describe it: magical. Im waiting for the Michellan star to drop. I love that they are expanding with a bakery and bodega soon, and it shows that people love this business. They hold incredible values and support their super friendly staff. Id give it 10 stars if I could. Check out the back garden if you go!

Cathleen
★★★★★5 months ago

Apparently this is where all the cool kids hang out! This cafe was filled with students studying, and I totally get why- this cafe is tasty and has a great atmosphere. Coffee was delicious (banana bread mocha) and gluten free muffin was also yummy

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