Cafe Berlina
Coffee · Santa Monica
Über Cafe Berlina
Cafe Berlina is a women-owned gem in Santa Monica offering exceptional coffee, tea, and freshly baked goods. Located near UCLA, this quaint spot features a warm ambiance perfect for solo dining or social gatherings beyond mere work. Signature offerings include delicate citrus cakes, flaky croissants...
Cafe Berlina is a women-owned gem in Santa Monica offering exceptional coffee, tea, and freshly baked goods. Located near UCLA, this quaint spot features a warm ambiance perfect for solo dining or social gatherings beyond mere work. Signature offerings include delicate citrus cakes, flaky croissants, and delicious sandwiches like the ham and cheese baguette. Guests consistently praise owner Alex for her personal warmth and passion, which defines every interaction. With wheelchair accessibility and vegetarian options available, Cafe Berlina delivers a delightful quick bite or leisurely breakfast. Whether grabbing a to-go pastry or enjoying a sit-down meal, visitors experience outstanding service, reasonable prices, and the genuine civility that makes this local favorite truly special for everyone in the community.
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Cafe Berlina is a quaint, German-inspired cafe known for its excellent coffee, delicious pastries, and charming atmosphere. Customers rave about the quality of the coffee and baked goods, especially the olive citrus cake. Some reviewers mention issues with the owner's behavior and the lack of a restroom.
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Tip: The cafe is perfect for a quick coffee and pastry. Be aware that there is no restroom available for customers.
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This local coffee shop has amazing pastries and excellent coffee. You can really taste the quality, and the cozy atmosphere makes it even better. Highly recommend! Alex you’re the best!
A very cute, quaint coffee, tea, pastry and lunch spot. They have sandwiches and quiches! Inside there are a few places to sit and sip and eat, but this is mostly a To Go place. I met a friend here for tea and coffee and chose a couple pastries for us to share. I found a table and two chairs for us to sit and relax. We shared the Olive Citrus Cakw which we blith loved. We also shared a Fig Coconut bar which we found too rich. The woman sitting next to us ordered a quiche and she said it was delicious! Restrooms are available for customers only . There are a few tables and chairs to sit outside sidewalk on Wilshire. I met the owner! She is very nice and I want to support local women owned businesses!
I stopped in here after an appointment as I was craving something citrusy. To my delight they offered an olive citrus cake which was delicate, moist and full of flavor. Their croissant was flakey and buttery but the olive cake has my heart. The following week I came back to snag another olive cake and also indulged in their vanilla blueberry muffin - oh so light and fluffy with a hint of vanilla, not overly sweet, simply delicious! My friend snagged their almond danish - also a winner! They also offer quiches, sandwiches and breakfast, all of which I will eventually want to try.
We absolutely loved this place! We were in LA for holidays staying in the Santa Monica area. Being ourselves a Spaniard and a Canadian living in Germany, we were very curious about this place given its name. It didn't disappoint us! The atmosphere is very charming, with classical music playing in the background, nice decoration and a few references to Germany and its culture. Maybe more important than that, the coffee was great. During our stay in LA we visited a bunch of nice cafes and found their coffee to be a bit too bitter in general. But the espresso macchiato at Cafe Berlina was just perfect in both its taste and presentation. Bravo!! We also enjoyed very much talking to the owner in our (unfortunately not so good) German (es tut uns Leid!). I was particularly impressed after the owner asked us if the cortados they serve were like the ones made in Spain (where this type of coffee originated from). That tells me that this cafe will only get better and better! Kudos to the team! Looking very much forward to our next visit! :-)
So happy an authentic German cafe has opened in this area! The Cafe Nico and Breakfast Sandwich on a croissant were divine. Not super crowded and a relaxing atmosphere.
Stopped by for the first time and really enjoyed a nice brunch. Had a soothing cup of Americano and the ham and cheese baguette sandwich. The owner Alex is very warm and welcoming as she personally prepares your coffee. Can't wait to come by again for a refill! Prost!
Terrific, quaint little coffee shop. Drinks and pastries are excellent. ☕️🥐 The classical music makes the ambiance perfect for reading and writing too.
This local coffee shop has amazing pastries and excellent coffee. You can really taste the quality, and the cozy atmosphere makes it even better. Highly recommend! Alex you’re the best!
A very cute, quaint coffee, tea, pastry and lunch spot. They have sandwiches and quiches! Inside there are a few places to sit and sip and eat, but this is mostly a To Go place. I met a friend here for tea and coffee and chose a couple pastries for us to share. I found a table and two chairs for us to sit and relax. We shared the Olive Citrus Cakw which we blith loved. We also shared a Fig Coconut bar which we found too rich. The woman sitting next to us ordered a quiche and she said it was delicious! Restrooms are available for customers only . There are a few tables and chairs to sit outside sidewalk on Wilshire. I met the owner! She is very nice and I want to support local women owned businesses!
I stopped in here after an appointment as I was craving something citrusy. To my delight they offered an olive citrus cake which was delicate, moist and full of flavor. Their croissant was flakey and buttery but the olive cake has my heart. The following week I came back to snag another olive cake and also indulged in their vanilla blueberry muffin - oh so light and fluffy with a hint of vanilla, not overly sweet, simply delicious! My friend snagged their almond danish - also a winner! They also offer quiches, sandwiches and breakfast, all of which I will eventually want to try.
We absolutely loved this place! We were in LA for holidays staying in the Santa Monica area. Being ourselves a Spaniard and a Canadian living in Germany, we were very curious about this place given its name. It didn't disappoint us! The atmosphere is very charming, with classical music playing in the background, nice decoration and a few references to Germany and its culture. Maybe more important than that, the coffee was great. During our stay in LA we visited a bunch of nice cafes and found their coffee to be a bit too bitter in general. But the espresso macchiato at Cafe Berlina was just perfect in both its taste and presentation. Bravo!! We also enjoyed very much talking to the owner in our (unfortunately not so good) German (es tut uns Leid!). I was particularly impressed after the owner asked us if the cortados they serve were like the ones made in Spain (where this type of coffee originated from). That tells me that this cafe will only get better and better! Kudos to the team! Looking very much forward to our next visit! :-)
So happy an authentic German cafe has opened in this area! The Cafe Nico and Breakfast Sandwich on a croissant were divine. Not super crowded and a relaxing atmosphere.
Stopped by for the first time and really enjoyed a nice brunch. Had a soothing cup of Americano and the ham and cheese baguette sandwich. The owner Alex is very warm and welcoming as she personally prepares your coffee. Can't wait to come by again for a refill! Prost!
Terrific, quaint little coffee shop. Drinks and pastries are excellent. ☕️🥐 The classical music makes the ambiance perfect for reading and writing too.
This German-inspired cafe is very quaint and incredibly reasonably priced — the most affordable I’ve come across in Santa Monica. The hot chocolate was one of the best I’ve ever had and my wife really enjoyed her cappuccino! Ausgezeichnet!
Steps away from UCLA Santa Monica (just past Target) and delicious! The coffee was literally one of the best cups of coffee I’ve ever. The sandwich was equally fabulous. Many other things I would have tried but grabbed my room key instead of CC thankfully I had some cash on me. Highly recommend!
Such wonderful spot for a great coffee! Really nice ambiance, delicious baked goods, lovely service and reasonable prices. So happy to actually find a place for enjoyment and not another work space in a social setting! Finally some civility to a cafe space. Thank you for keeping to sane values despite the entitled persons who had negative reviews here simply based on their inability to work in a cafe???
Really great coffee, their pastries looked beautiful, & excellent atmosphere. Perfect to sit down & catch up with a friend or read a book
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re looking for the perfect cup of coffee, Café Berlina is the place — and it’s all thanks to Alex, the incredible owner. From the moment you walk in, you can feel her passion for coffee and her dedication to making every guest feel welcome. She’s not just running a café — she’s creating an experience. The coffee here is on another level — rich, smooth, and full of flavor, you can taste the quality in every sip. Whether it’s a latte, cappuccino, or a perfectly brewed pour-over, each drink is crafted with care and precision. You can tell Alex truly loves what she does, and it shows in every detail — from the beans she sources to the warmth in her hospitality. Café Berlina isn’t just my go-to coffee spot — it’s a place that makes you look forward to your mornings. Thank you, Alex, for raising the bar for coffee lovers everywhere!
Delicious latte, calm environment, beautiful decorating touches, ...love the classical music!
If you want good wholesome coffee that doesn’t taste like burnt toast like the crap from Starbucks come here best coffee I have had in a while exceptionally delicious pastries and cookies.
We are happy to have found this nice cafe with the best coffee and pastries and a great german charm!
Hands down the best coffee you can get. I came here for the first time and I'm kicking myself for not coming sooner I will be coming everyday as it seems everybody else who's ever been here that I've spoken to as I sat and had my coffee is regular as well now. Alexandra, very sweet and lovely person definitely knows what she's doing. Please come here you won't be disappointed and I am very glad that I tried the cardamom latte. That's going to be my new go-to. Maybe I'll be able to stretch and try something else, As it seems everybody I've spoken to says it's like coffee. You get in Europe good every time so you can't go wrong with whatever you got, but it's too good to jump outside the box right now with my new favorite.
Hands down the best coffee you can get. I came here for the first time and I'm kicking myself for not coming sooner I will be coming everyday as it seems everybody else who's ever been here that I've spoken to as I sat and had my coffee is regular as well now. Alexandra, very sweet and lovely person definitely knows what she's doing. Please come here you won't be disappointed and I am very glad that I tried the cardamom latte. That's going to be my new go-to. Maybe I'll be able to stretch and try something else, As it seems everybody I've spoken to says it's like coffee. You get in Europe good every time so you can't go wrong with whatever you got, but it's too good to jump outside the box right now with my new favorite.
If you want good wholesome coffee that doesn’t taste like burnt toast like the crap from Starbucks come here best coffee I have had in a while exceptionally delicious pastries and cookies.
We are happy to have found this nice cafe with the best coffee and pastries and a great german charm!
Really great coffee, their pastries looked beautiful, & excellent atmosphere. Perfect to sit down & catch up with a friend or read a book
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re looking for the perfect cup of coffee, Café Berlina is the place — and it’s all thanks to Alex, the incredible owner. From the moment you walk in, you can feel her passion for coffee and her dedication to making every guest feel welcome. She’s not just running a café — she’s creating an experience. The coffee here is on another level — rich, smooth, and full of flavor, you can taste the quality in every sip. Whether it’s a latte, cappuccino, or a perfectly brewed pour-over, each drink is crafted with care and precision. You can tell Alex truly loves what she does, and it shows in every detail — from the beans she sources to the warmth in her hospitality. Café Berlina isn’t just my go-to coffee spot — it’s a place that makes you look forward to your mornings. Thank you, Alex, for raising the bar for coffee lovers everywhere!
Such wonderful spot! Great ambiance, delicious baked goods, reasonable prices. So happy to actually find a place for enjoyment and not for work space in a social setting! Finally some civility to a cafe space. Thank you for keeping to sane values despite the entitled persons who reviewed negatively here simply based on their inability to work in a cafe???
This German-inspired cafe is very quaint and incredibly reasonably priced — the most affordable I’ve come across in Santa Monica. The hot chocolate was one of the best I’ve ever had and my wife really enjoyed her cappuccino! Ausgezeichnet!
Nice lady, delicious matcha and lemon muffins.. Dear Store, please update your hours online. I came for a drink at 2:25 PM, but your door sign said you close at 2 PM, while your online hours state you close at 3 PM. Thank you!
Steps away from UCLA Santa Monica (just past Target) and delicious! The coffee was literally one of the best cups of coffee I’ve ever. The sandwich was equally fabulous. Many other things I would have tried but grabbed my room key instead of CC thankfully I had some cash on me. Highly recommend!
European feel, Beer Steins, cute photos of Europe! Adorable place. Host rushed us. Great place to sit for 10 minutes then get back to life. Latte was great! Recommend the cookies but not the muffins. heads up: No restroom
I tried the Vanilla latte and the almond Cake. The coffee was great again not the best I have had so I can only give it a 4 for that reason. I like taste the coffee. I feel the coffee is on the lighter side so if you like that then it is great. The pastry was great. The over all rating I would say a 4.5 so I would have to give it 4. The service was good not superb. 4 for Coffee 5 for Pastry 4 for Service
I tried the Vanilla latte and the almond Cake. The coffee was great again not the best I have had so I can only give it a 4 for that reason. I like taste the coffee. I feel the coffee is on the lighter side so if you like that then it is great. The pastry was great. The over all rating I would say a 4.5 so I would have to give it 4. The service was good not superb. 4 for Coffee 5 for Pastry 4 for Service
Don’t step foot in here. I walked in with my 1 year old on a Monday morning, barely any customers. I waited 10 mins until the lady was ready to take my order, I picked up my son to come place my order and he cried a little, as babies do. When I got to her, she covered her ears and said sorry I can’t have a screaming child in here. I was in shock and just walked out. Horrible place. Maybe you should put a sign that says no babies allowed so you don’t traumatize other moms who walk in and are denied service because their baby made a sound.
If you have children, please don’t go here, the proprietor (female, German) clearly does not appreciate patrons who have them, in a very obvious and rude way. I have been here twice, the first time when my daughter was 9 months old. She was making ‘noise’ as a 9mo baby does, no crying, just sound, some cooing etc. I was asked if I could keep my baby quiet. Very strange, kinda rude, but I figured the lady was probably just having a bad day. Left a bad taste though. Tried again this morning, about 1.5 years (!) later. And was met with the same rude attitude towards me and my child. She (my child) was sitting on the couch, quietly, just slightly thumping her heels on the back of the couch a couple times, nothing obnoxious, lengthy or damaging to the furniture. But clearly I was wrong, because before I even had the chance to correct my child if needed, she very rudely ‘asked’ me if I could stop my child from making that sound. I honestly am the first one to admit when my child is being obnoxious/loud/inappropriate etc, this was NOT one of those times. Besides, she 2.5 years old. I told her that I could certainly ask my daughter, but that she’s 2yo and is sitting quietly. The whole interaction earned an eye roll from the person who ordered after me, who clearly agreed with me. I didn’t even bother staying, I picked up my daughter and just left. Will not be coming back here. Shame, because the coffee is actually good, even if she did forget the milk. Just very strange and rude from a proprietor who chooses to open a cafe around the corner from a hospital and pediatric clinic. Judging from all the signs prohibiting all sorts of things, I don’t actually know why I’m surprised. She is of course within her rights to ask/prohibit whatever she wants, but it does seem to me that she forgets she’s in the service industry? Maybe if you’re so opposed to children in your establishment, put up a sign at the door prohibiting them from entering… If it’s really that big of a deal. Anyway, good luck.
Lady working or owner is rude as can be. Unwelcoming environment. Never in my life have I been treated so poorly by someone I’m trying to purchase something from. No way to conduct business. It’s giving Nazj vibes with how controlling she is. Clearly I’m not the first given the other reviews. You don’t want to welcome your neighbors we won’t welcome you either. Good riddance.
Lady working or owner is rude as can be. Unwelcoming environment. Never in my life have I been treated so poorly by someone I’m trying to purchase something from. No way to conduct business. It’s giving Nazj vibes with how controlling she is. Clearly I’m not the first given the other reviews. You don’t want to welcome your neighbors we won’t welcome you either. Good riddance.
Don’t step foot in here. I walked in with my 1 year old on a Monday morning, barely any customers. I waited 10 mins until the lady was ready to take my order, I picked up my son to come place my order and he cried a little, as babies do. When I got to her, she covered her ears and said sorry I can’t have a screaming child in here. I was in shock and just walked out. Horrible place. Maybe you should put a sign that says no babies allowed so you don’t traumatize other moms who walk in and are denied service because their baby made a sound.
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