The Coffee Bar

520 Center St, El Segundo, CA 90245, United States

$$$ Cafe

(73 Reviews)

Price Range $1–10

About The Coffee Bar

If you're looking for a cozy spot to indulge in some of the best coffee in El Segundo, look no further than The Coffee Bar. Nestled at 520 Center St, this charming cafe is not just a place to grab your daily caffeine fix; it’s a community hub that celebrates the artistry of coffee making.

Upon entering, you’re greeted by the warm aroma of freshly roasted beans, courtesy of the on-site roaster that truly sets this cafe apart. The owners take pride in crafting flavors that captivate the senses, and from the reviews, it’s clear that their passion resonates with every cup served. With homemade syrups and expertly roasted beans, The Coffee Bar offers a unique coffee experience that's sure to entice the palate.

Customers rave about their favorite drinks, like the hot latte with cinnamon honey and oat milk, which CC Gordon describes as a dream come true for any coffee enthusiast. The highlight, however, seems to be the barista’s choice recommendation, ensuring you’ll find something new and exciting to try each visit. Mahmoud Nouh even noted their decaf coffee, made using a sugarcane decaffeinating process, was a particularly cool aspect—showcasing the cafe's innovative edge.

The cafe's atmosphere is another significant draw, with a relaxed vibe that invites lingering over conversation or a good book. Lacey Kilby and Tawri McAndrews both emphasized the inviting ambiance, where even a group of knitters can find a cozy nook to enjoy their projects. Whether you choose to sit at the bar and chat with the friendly staff or curl up with a pastry—like the praised canelé that Tawri enjoyed—this cafe makes sure you feel like part of the family.

Speaking of pastries, don’t miss out on any delectable treats to pair with your coffee. The quality and handmade nature of everything at The Coffee Bar shines, as highlighted by Colin Goldstein who noted the delicious raw honey syrups and scrumptious pastries. It’s a place where not only is your coffee crafted with care, but every bite is designed to make your taste buds dance.

The Coffee Bar isn’t just a coffee shop, it’s a destination—a haven for those who appreciate the finer details of coffee and community. With an engaging team always ready to offer knowledge about the coffee-making process and flavorful suggestions based on your preferences, every visit to this gem feels special. Whether you're a local or just passing through El Segundo, make sure to stop by and experience the warmth and richness that The Coffee Bar has to offer. You’ll certainly want to return!

Features

Service options

Outdoor seating

Takeaway

Dine-in

Delivery

Highlights

Great coffee

Great tea selection

Popular for

Solo dining

Good for working on laptop

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car park

Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Wheelchair-accessible seating

Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

Coffee

Quick bite

Dining options

Dessert

Seating

Amenities

Toilet

Atmosphere

Casual

Cosy

Trendy

Crowd

Locals

Payments

Credit cards

NFC mobile payments

Parking

Free of charge street parking

Free parking lot

Parking

Photo Gallery

Location & Map

Openings Hours

Monday

06:30 AM - 03:30 PM

Tuesday

06:30 AM - 03:30 PM

Wednesday

06:30 AM - 03:30 PM

Thursday

06:30 AM - 03:30 PM

Friday

06:30 AM - 03:30 PM

Saturday

07:00 AM - 02:30 PM

Sunday

07:00 AM - 02:30 PM

Guest Reviews

73 Reviews

Muhammad Nouh

23 Aug 2025

Literally the best coffee. Roast their beans in house. Syrups made in house. Such an unassuming place. Wife loved the matcha. Bought some beans, the decaf was made using a sugarcane decaffeinating process? Very cool, will be back

CC Gordon

21 Aug 2025

The Coffee Bar is absolutely delightful. Immediately upon entering I was greeted with a smile and background on the location from the cashier/barista. Love an engaging team! I had a hot latte with cinnamon honey and oat milk, and a croissant muffin with raspberry filling - as a Brit, this is a dream. The quality was/is to LIVE for!! Chef’s kiss. This was my first time but certainly not my last! As a plus, it was perfect to have my morning meetings and the calming jazz music was just the cherry on top. Thank you Coffee Bar for being so warm and welcoming!

Christie Lee

13 Aug 2025

Stumbled upon this gem for morning coffee. Parking was plentiful. It’s in a cool-looking plaza near a school in a great neighborhood.so, can’t go wrong with that. It was cool to see a coffee shop that actually uses their roaster. I feel like other places just have it for decoration. They were really nice and happy to teach me the process. I asked a lot of questions bc I had never seen a coffee bean roaster before. I want to go back to try all the different honey flavors, and other drinks. Also, I recommend the cannel (?) some muffin thing.

Lacey Kilby

05 Aug 2025

This is the BEST place for coffee. The menu seems daunting at first but the staff will always help you choose the right drink for you. I almost always do the baristas choice to try new things. All the syrups are homemade with honey and the coffee is roasted in house by the owners! The atmosphere is so warm and inviting it makes you feel like a regular if you sit at the bar and chat.

Colin Goldstein

18 Jul 2025

A great local business, with really good coffee, friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere. Fast, free wifi makes getting onto the internet a snap. The pastries were delicious, as were the house made raw honey syrups.

Mia Levy

10 Jul 2025

My favorite coffee by FAR in the area! I go every weekend. The espresso is a perfect roast for me, not too burnt and they roast it there. They have a variety of honey based syrups to choose from too. The atmosphere is super peaceful and chill. The people working here are so sweet also and they seem to have fun events for the community.

duh chris

04 Jul 2025

The coffee was gooood! Just the right roast to be flavorful without burnt. The honey syrup wasn’t over honeyed. Mine was a coconut honey and it hit the spot for this coffee snob.

Tawri McAndrews

28 Jun 2025

Great fare in a lively atmosphere. The coffee (flat white) was creamy, the perfect temperature to taste the profile, and the canele was piping hot and crispy around the edges, as it should be. There was a group of knitters chilling with their projects; super cozy and welcoming shop. Looking forward to try the next lot of varietal coffees!