Bear Coast Coffee
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Bear Coast Coffee

618 1/2 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente, CA

★★★★★4.6(691 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Bear Coast Coffee is a sun-soaked spot right across from the San Clemente beach where the real magic happens in the atmosphere and community vibes rather than just the cup itself. Their vanilla nutmeg lattes and avocado toast keep regulars coming back, but it's the dog-friendly outdoor seating and prime people-watching location that makes this indie gem feel like a local gathering place rather than just a caffeine pit stop. Small, cozy, and genuinely warm—this is the kind of coffee shop where the experience of being there matters as much as what's in your cup.

What to expect

MeetingsFamily friendlyEspresso focusedLight foodParkingOutdoor seatingSpecialty drinksSignature drinksTraditional drinksSlow sitPastries

Google Reviews

Aurora
★★★★★2 months ago

My hubby and I celebrated our 6 year anniversary today and stopped in to this coffee shop after our breakfast. I'm so glad we did! It's a small cozy shop with indoor and outdoor seating right across from the pier. Perfect location! I ordered a hot Americano and my hubby got the Horchata latte with almond milk. I loved my drink! Bold flavored and smooth roast with a subtle earthy aftertaste. The Horchata was also good but I wouldn't recommend it with the almond milk. The barista who took our order was so sweet and friendly and made us feel welcome! I would certainly come back next time were in the area.

Suzanne K
★★★★★2 months ago

Love it here!! One of my favorite morning spots now. Super friendly and cool vibe. They have the best avocado toast and great lattes. The atmosphere and beach right here is soo beautiful and parking is pretty easy (and free before 9am) right near by.

Tim Kipper
★★★★★2 months ago

Great vibe, killer spot. If you love enjoying dogs you will enjoy it for sure. Can't wait to enjoy it again when we come back.

Anish Thakkar (Doc Thakkar)
★★★★★8 months ago

Decent spot for coffee, but the real draw here is the vibes. Steps away from the ocean! And a great people-watching bench outside alongside some small tables. Coffee (got a latte) was okay. But loved the location and much-needed bathroom haha

Trish Wright
★★★★★8 months ago

We stayed at the hotel above the restaurants and I tried this the last morning of our trip. So glad I did! The service was so good and the shop has cute merch. I got the vanilla nutmeg latte and it was amazing! Took it across the street to the beach and drank it while walking in the water. They open at 6 so that was convenient for this early riser.

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