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Long Beach Recs

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Just a girl in Long Beach giving out the local POV
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LB Coffee Shops

 
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Delicious bread - outside areas is a vibe.
Gusto Bread
 
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Best place to get work done!
Wood Coffee Co.
 
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Best matcha I've had in a while - amazing coffee always. Only flaw: too small with limited seating.
Stereoscope Coffee
 
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Quiet, low key coffee shop and roaster. Buy some beans while you are there.
Common Room Roasters - Long Beach Coffee Shop & Roastery
 
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This used to be Portfolio, now more “elevated”. Coffee is great, but pricier for some reason! Large inside and outside.
Alder & Sage

Local Spots

 
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Everything is good and fresh - love to grab one and drive to signal hill top for sunset.
Pickle Banh Mi Co- Long Beach
 
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Hidden treasure - call ahead of time since everything is made to order (usually takes 20 - 30 minutes).
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Best Brunch

 
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Go to this one and not the new one in Downtown LB - this was better vibes and is the original.
Ubuntu Café
 
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Fun fact: Wall signed by Guy Fieri. Best in cozy brunch vibes. Get the french toast. Line sucks.
Starling Diner