Beachfront cafe in Santa Cruz with ocean views

Est. Santa Cruz · Beach St

Good morning,
beautiful.

Your cup is waiting by the water. Coffee pulled fresh at dawn, cocktails shaken as the sun dips low — come find your spot on the sand.

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Warm interior of Brews at the Beach with rustic wood counters and hanging pendant lights

Our Story

Where the tide
meets your cup

We opened our doors on Beach Street with one simple belief: the best moments happen when great coffee, good people, and the sound of the Pacific come together. No pretense. No rush. Just a warm space where the morning commute slows down and the evening wind feels right.

Every espresso is pulled with intention. Every cocktail is crafted with the same care you'd expect from a dedicated mixologist — because whether it's 7 AM or 7 PM, you deserve something made with pride. We source our beans from small-roaster partners in California and build our drink menu around what the season calls for.

Local

Roasters & suppliers

Daily

Fresh-pulled espresso

Seasonal

Rotating cocktail menu

Oceanfront

Steps from the sand

The Vibe

More than a stop

Whether you're catching the first wave or the last light, there's a place for you here.

Ocean waves rolling into Santa Cruz beach
Beautiful latte art in a ceramic cup
Golden sunset over the Santa Cruz coastline
Craft cocktails on a wooden bar with ambient lighting

Free Wi-Fi

Parking Available

Dog Friendly Patio

Walk-ins Welcome

When We're Here

Hours & Location

Opening Hours

Monday – Thursday 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday – Saturday 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Happy hour specials Friday & Saturday, 4–6 PM.

Find Us

400 Beach St

Santa Cruz, CA 95060-5416

Santa Cruz beach at golden hour with pier silhouette

Come Say Hello

The ocean's calling.
Your table's waiting.

Walk in any time — we never turn away a good cause for sunshine. Whether it's your first espresso or your fifth sunset cocktail, we'll have it ready.

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