Colossus

Colossus

4716 2nd St, Long Beach, CA

★★★★★4.7(262 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“This Long Beach espresso bar earns its stellar reputation with impeccably crafted classics like silky flat whites alongside creative signatures like the Honey Lavender Latte that strike an ideal balance of flavor and finesse. The team—particularly staff members like Bree and Leah—treats every order with care and consistency, while the bakery offerings from fresh bread to full breakfast items justify the quality-focused pricing for most visitors, though portions on certain items like avocado toast have recently disappointed some regulars. It's a quick-grab spot that punches well above its weight, beloved enough that customers eagerly anticipate the planned expansion that promises a proper sit-down experience.”

What to expect

Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. Quick-grab spot. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu.

Craft espressoSignature drinksQuick grabPastriesSpecialty drinksLight foodFull breakfastTraditional drinks

Google Reviews

Claudia Taylor
★★★★★3 months ago

$17.55 for the tiniest avocado toast. Not worth the money. I come here often, so im shocked they cut the portion size in half for the same amount of money.

Diana Puzikova
★★★★★4 months ago

The coffee is on level 1. I’m just a classic flat white girl, no perversions lol. Well done! And bakery looks delicious, haven’t tried yet.

Yuki Danielle Kawakami
★★★★★7 months ago

The staff here is AMAZING. The coffee is perfect everytime. The bread and all of the breakfast meals are incredible. They are expanding so hopefully they will have a sit down area soon. Bree and Leah and THE BEST!!!

Marlen Flores
★★★★★a year ago

I needed to kill some time before my nail appointment, and I stumbled upon this bakery. I didn't get a chance to try a coffee (gave it up for Lent 😩), but i did try the iced tea/lemonade. The name escapes me but it was really good! The breakfast sandwiches were sold out, so get…

Eric Montoya
★★★★★a year ago

Colossus is worth the hype! I dropped in while killing time in Long Beach and am happy I did. I ordered the Honey Lavender Latte which was a perfect balance of sweet and herb 🌿 For baked goods, I went with the following: 1) Cardamom Bun : $5.50 - Loved the simple yet elegant…

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