Firefly Coffee House
| Address: | 131A Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA |
| Site: | fireflycoffee.com |
| Rating: | 4.4 |
| Working: | 7AM–5PM 7AM–5PM 7AM–5PM 7AM–5PM 7AM–5PM 7AM–5PM 7AM–5PM |
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Ryan Commons
My Advice: go to Firefly Coffee House any morning around 9am and get a fresh homemade bagel. Your high expectations will be exceeded. It is a delight to experience a Bagel that exceeds all expectations and any customer that visits Firefly will know this delight. Ive tried some of the breakfast meals and I always get a bagel. The food and service are like walking into a B&B for breakfast and getting top-notch cooking with serious love invested into the preparation. A great place to take your kids on a Saturday morning; a wonderful spot to enjoy a paper, a warm drink, and a bagel; an escape from the craziness of Pacific Street. Im moving out of Santa Cruz in a month and I often wonder what I will miss and where I will visit when Im back in town. Firefly Coffee House will see me every time I return. Thanks to the staff for your hospitality and the delicious food.
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Tiara King
I walked up to the building to ask if the restroom were available and they werent very helpful. I got one guy that stated that it would be ok if they were open but doesnt know if theyre open(Which they werent). So I ask do you know where another bathroom is?, then another person stated that there was oneat another cafe but she pointing to an ally and then saying its on the opposite side of the building. A no would have worked but I guess when theres a party it doesnt matter.
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Dionne Obeso
Tiny cafe. Very hipster. Really not clean. I saw a mildew-looking stain on the wall, the window sill was grimy, and in 15 minutes sitting at the counter I had to crush several ants. Gross. $2.25 for a small tea with a generic, cheap tea bag seems pretty steep as well, and that was during their "happy hour". The game/book cabinet is cute, but the three indoor tables are so tiny I have no idea where youd play.
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jeff gatlin
Its got that, "we really dont care what you think, kinda feel to it, but in a good way. Shelf if books nobody reads, couple tables inside, few more out. But very friendly staff, and not in a Target Greeter way. Genuine interest in you. Everyone seemed to know everyone. The selection was fine and the products were great.
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Parker Bartnicki
Just was close and decided to stop in traveling through Santa Cruz. Was not disappointed at all! The chai was like nothing Ive had before, light and creamy and flavorful! Then sat for a couple hours and then got a bagel. Two words "avocado hummus" Highly recommended, cool little place to hang out for sure
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Bailey Rowe
I brought my mom here while we were on our Santa Cruz vacation. I got the nutty Irishman and she got plain coffee. I absolutely loved mine and we are coming back tomorrow we also both got bagels that were great. If you want to go to a cute quiet little coffee shop this is your spot!
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Matt Leonard
I dont think Ive had a better bagel anywhere. Perfectly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. If you havent tried fireflys bagels you are missing out. I recommend getting there early so the bagels will be fresh and they wont be sold out of their more popular ones.
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A C Del Re
Excellent and reasonably priced coffee, fresh HOMEMADE bagels, and a comfortable and friendly environment. Without a doubt, the best bagel Ive *ever* had. They are made using fresh ingredients and the selection varies daily (e.g., jalapeno and cheese, tomato basil, etc).
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Gerald Grewats
Nice ambience, great coffee but, why did the staff switch the mug that she originally gave me for my coffee? For a mug from under the counter with a chip in it?. I had to use the mug backwards so I would not have to drink my coffee with a chip on the rim.
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Bruce Scott
Aside from the chai, which they make the best, being with the people who work here is like being with a family. They care. They welcome everyone, no matter how "strange" they may appear. I feel at home here. IT is like the world compressed.
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Bob Kramer
What a cool little coffee shop! Was here with my kids last summer....enjoyed our coffee and bagels so much we came back the next morning. I live up the peninsula so not in town, but when I come back to SC I will come back.
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Danielle Marie Strand
Nice folks, delicious baked goods, yummy hot chocolate, and sustainable practices. Better walk or bike it though — only a few parking spots in the lot and on the street. A nice place to stop by on your way to the beach. :)
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Dave Barboza
+1 to "the best damn chai". My girlfriend had been searching for chai just like this forever. Good coffee too, and the people and location were fun too. If I lived there, I would be there every morning
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RHT
Amazing coffee shop with delicious teas, hot chocolates, and coffees. Very good food at reasonable prices and excellent service. Highly recommend for a wonderfully unique experience.
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Raine Villa
Quaint little coffee shop serving some good $2 coffee when youre on the go. They have a nice patio you can read or type under. The atmosphere is a cabin-esque wood interior.
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Caitlin Reilly
So friendly and so good! As a native New Yorker living on the best coast I will be the first to tell you these bagels are all the way west coast and all the way amazing.
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Stephanie C.M.
chai tea was my favorite! small place came here tos tudy since was less crowded than the places on pacific. people were nice and doing there thing.
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Meiyi Cheng
The decaffeinated chai + almond milk was OK, nothing impressive. The staff seem a bit spacey. Outdoor seating available, Wi-Fi is not very fast.
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Ana Alfaro
Incredible service as we were helped after hours (we hadnt looked up their schedule). Great tasting coffee and great place to sit and sip.
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David Imel
Not a huge fan of the coffee here but the food is great and the Chai and London Fog are outstanding. Small and personal atmosphere.
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Karen Garman
Nice people serving but takes a very long time. Worker touches food without hand protection and also touches money.
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Athena Colozza
The Irishman I think it was, a latte with hazelnut and Irish cream was so delicious! I wish I had a bigger cup!
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Kevin Twidle
Nice, laid back, friendly cafe. Good price coffee. The food smell great, I regret having already had breakfast.
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Christian Hamilton
Best bagels in Santa Cruz and beyond. Great service. Super friendly owner. Kids/family friendly environment.
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cherre 12
Amazing every time I go there! My favorite place to grab breakfast, they have the best bagels I have ever had!
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Brett Gevens
Excellent friendly service. Great Character cute Place. excellent coffee cant say enough good things about it
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Pournami Rajeev
Cute cafe with a good selection of drinks, fresh bakery items, and food. Has both outdoor and indoor seating.
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Joshua Stoops
My wife ordered the Chai tea - really good. Only stopped in on our way through, but crave the Chai still.
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Wil Michael
Pretty good staff was very nice and friendly. Service took a little while. The location is pretty cool.
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Tanya Brandom
Super friendly and very good chai latte. My husband absolutely loved the cheez-it bagel with bacon!
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Cassandra Martini
The chai absolutely is worth the wait, the muffins are just right and the Situation is IMPRESSIVE.
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Chris Holdgraf
Really laid back people and the bagels were incredible. The best Ive had in the Bay Area.
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Michael Malatesta
Absolutely horrible service on the food. Waited 25 minutes for a bagel with butter.
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Shaums March
Quick service, really good 4 shot Americano for our wet drizzling morning today.
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Peter Rupp
Amazing coffee. I visited here on a trip... I wish they were closer to me!
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James Larkby-Lahet
good coffee and the best bagels in Santa Cruz. great place to chill out.
