Temple Coffee

Mayan Latte a must !
The place is super cute and worth spending a couple of extra bucks on coffee :)

Walked here on Saturday morning specifically for the Horchatta Latte after having my first one at Village Grind (downtown on 1^st). I read many Unilocal reviews singing the praises of the Mayan Mochas, Aztec Lattes and of course the Horchatta Latte so I was pretty anxious to see if it lived up to the hype. I was so, so impressed with the Horchatta Latte at Village Grind so the bar was already set pretty high and while Temple’s version didn’t disappoint, I wouldn’t say it compared to Village Grind’s. It was less sweet, but also lacked the strong flavors reminiscent of authentic Horchatta in my opinion.
I did check-​in on Unilocal and got my latte for $ 2.75 which is a pretty unbeatable deal, but regardless of the discount, their prices were reasonable. They have two sizes, a lot of interesting menu options on top of the regular lattes, coffees and teas and the ambiance and chill and simple. Not many people hanging out inside (there are tons of moderately comfortable looking seats inside), but there were tables outside that seemed almost all full (it was nice out).
I would definitely return here when I have time to go on another long walk for my coffee on weekends… I definitely want to try the Aztec Latte which from what I understand is a mix of the Hortchatta Latte and the Mexican Mocha, sounds delish!

The Coffee there is excellent, there is no doubt about that! Well actually it depends on who is making it because they all seem to make it differently (Which I have had some bad cups). I was a Huge Mayan Mocha Fan, but as a customer service junkie and being disappointed way more than once I’ve decided to take my business else where.
It is unfortunate because I love the coffee, but time & time again the service blows, they are out of the coffee mixes, don’t have certain size cups, out of lids, someone is late so one person is trying to fill everyone orders, etc… And if you are not getting regular coffee be prepared to wait, and order food if you like but you better not be in a rush to get anywhere cuz you will wait probably 15 to 20 mins, if there are people in front of you.
Ive never owned a company in the service industry, but there are simple rules of supply & demand that shouldn’t be hard to follow, and customer service will always be number 1 no matter how good your product is.

Wow, that Mayan Mocha is something else!

The Aztec Latte is splendid and über addicting! The Bagels are tasty, the service is friendly, cool art on the walls and sweet music, must check it out!

Mike (the owner) is such a great guy. Really cares about the customers and the community. They have excellent food here and the coffee is something they take seriously! Great source of beans and they have a La Marzocco espresso machine, for all you coffee nerds out there.
Go here!

Temple Coffee Mmmm…
I really love the Mexican flavors in the coffee’s they offer here, reminds me of my Grandmother :)
I love the Horchata Latte
(and if you «Check In» you can get any size hot Latte for $ 2.75)
Aztec Latte is also very good, still need to try the Mayan which is made with mexican chocolate… YUM!
I only wish they were open a lil later…

I’ve always loved this place from when it was Sipology. And Temple Coffee appears to be nearly identical in its offerings. They didn’t even change the furniture or the layout or anything.
But *turns toward the restaurant as if it was a person* I’ll be damned, Temple Coffee, if that wasn’t the worst blended latte I’ve ever had. I’ll give you guys another try to be neighborly, but the consistency of a blended iced latte should not be liquid, it should be like a slushie with milk, coffee, and (optional) sweeteners instead of artificially colored sugar syrup. There was so little ice in the mix is was basically the consistency and temperature of milk, and not even ice-​cold milk at that.
I will give you one more try. The fate of your rating is in your hands.

All the positive reviews for this coffee house are true. They definitely do not pay people to write reviews. I went to temple coffee Memorial Day to try out their horchata latte and a bagel sandwich. First off… holy crap. I’m completely addicted to the horchata latte. I usually do not like my coffee drinks sweet, but man this was the perfect balance of coffee and sweetness. My bagel sandwich was also delicious. I got my BF a regular drip coffee and even that was awesome.
I went back this morning and tried out their aztec coffee. Again, HOLY CRAP IT WAS AWESOME. Now comes my one complaint… I live in silverlake and way too far away from temple coffee. I want another aztec coffee and can’t get one. BOOO! Temple coffee you are truly my new addiction every time I’m in Long Beach.

The atmosphere here is very laid back, and very comforting. This was the first time I had visited Temple, I drive passed it everyday on my way to work and had to try it out!
They have a robust menu, offering unique drinks and good breakfast options.
I gave Temple Coffee a 4-​star because the service here was (for me) a bit slow for the food. It wasn’t too busy, but we were halfway finished with our coffees by the time our Panini was ready.
I ordered the #12 — Egg, Tomato, Cheese Panini, a Mayan Mocha, and a Almond Joy Latte. As I mentioned, the food service was a bit slow, but the coffee service was fine. The Panini wasn’t anything special, it had egg, cheddar cheese, and tomato. The eggs were light and fluffy, cheese gewy, tomato ripe and sweet but the bread was a bit thick for my liking; Didn’t quite match the sandwich well. Next time I will get a yummy looking bagel!
Mayan Mocha was awesome! Spiced chocolate, with a decorative foam on top was a delight. The Almond Joy Latte was nice as well, not too sweet and had a hint of mint and chocolate and a decorative foam. I definitely want to try the other specialty latte’s.
People have been mentioning the art on the walls, I happened to find the art decent, but not really interesting; Kind of awkward.

Mocha 3 – 3.5
Service 4
Setting 4
5 stars for having decaf espresso
Good vibe in this place. Decent amount of seating and very chill music. It’s a bit hot inside though, but they do put a few tables on the sidewalk if you need air. Free wi-​fi.
I was a bit nervous when I found out that they use milk chocolate in their mochas instead of dark chocolate (tends to be too sweet and doesn’t play off of the coffee well IMO). I gave them a try regardless (and they have decaf espresso yay! apparently no decaf coffee for the patron behind me though which is really surprising. Yay for me). I was continually surprised when my mocha came out. I could taste mostly espresso and little chocolate. It had a bitterness that I liked and wasn’t too sweet at all. The reason for the 3 – 3.5 is the mouthfeel. It was actually a bit watery in viscosity compared to other mochas I’ve had so that was a bit different. I prefer a richer mouthfeel that coats as it goes down. Overall, not so bad, so I would return especially when I wanted a chill place to hang out or work. Street parking in the surrounding neighborhoods and on Broadway.

Warning: you will become addicted, and you will find yourself pulling up to the shop just to satisfy that craving!
Temple Coffee is the best place to grab a coffee and a bite to eat. Every time I enter the shop, I am greeted with a smile from the baristas. Customer service is always at its finest! If this is the first time you are visiting the shop, I would recommend you try the horchata or aztec latte. It will take your taste buds to a new level, and you will not want to go anywhere else to satisfy your caffeine addiction.
If you are coming in for breakfast, I would suggest you try the santa fe burrito (3 eggs, turkey, roasted red peppers, cilantro, and jack cheese). Yes I know, mouth watering! If you stop by for lunch get the BBQ Turkey club (bbq sauce, sliced turkey, bacon, avocado, tomato, onions, and cheddar cheese). Overall, anything you get here will exceed your expectations!
Now let’s talk about the featured art showcases. I have seen 4 showcases so far, and each time I am blown away with these artists. I see people coming into the shop, getting lost in the artwork, and forget they came in for coffee. Being surrounded by amazing artwork while enjoying a delicious cup of coffee is one of the best ways to start your day!
Are you looking for a place to get work done? Well, this is the place to go! I just finished working on my senior thesis, and I was posted at Temple coffee for the past few months. They made sure I was taken care of, and I felt truly appreciated!
With all that said, stop by Temple Coffee! Check out the artwork, have a delicious coffee, and fill that appetite of yours with something from their menu!
ps: They just started serving smoothies for any of your friends that might not be coffee fanatics like us!
That’s right: Your taste buds are their main priority!

This is my favorite coffee shop in Long Beach. Outstanding service, delicious coffee, and amazing breakfast burritos. If you go you have to try the signature horchata latte. Your not going to find it anywhere else and its amazing!
They also do a lot to give back to the community through beach clean ups and featuring local artists showing their work in the store. It awesome to see a local business actually caring about the people and the area they operate in.
Stop by, get caffeinated, and see what Temple has to offer.

Best coffee shop ever!!! I really don’t know where to start… It’s tough to say which was better the service or the coffee
The service was amazing! The guys were totally cool and super helpful
I’m really skeptical when it come to a coffee being too sweet… But they told us about their coffee making philosophy… Coffee taste is first and they just add a hint of what you like to enhance the experience
And the horchata latte was amazing
My fiancé had the almond latte and I kept switching between the two an still don’t know which one I like better!

Finally found time to finish my review.
This was my first time here and I was very pleased. Jamie greeted me as I walked in and had a pleasant attitude the entire time I was there. I just ordered a plain green tea so not much to that, but I still enjoyed it.
Mike (the owner) does an amazing job with his local and new customers. Extremely friendly and down to earth; finds a way to relate to all his customers.
The store itself is a great quite local place to study while having a great cup of their favorite drink. I would be shocked if someone came in and didn’t enjoy there first time here.

This was my first time at Temple Coffee. I must say it’s one of the most mellowest coffee shops ever! It’s such a quiet place to study or enjoy a good book.
I had an iced americano & garlic mushroom panini made by Jamie (total eye candy, ladies).
Mike, who is the owner, really down to earth, & knows all his regulars which is a plus of a great manager! Definitely coming in more when I’m in area.
Thumbs up, Mike & Jamie!

Stopped by to pick up a cup of coffee last week. What a cute place. It felt warm and inviting. The two gentlemen working were super nice and helpful. They have a couple of large tables up front, great for getting work done. My coffee was very good! I’ll definitely be coming by again. The bagel with avocado looks so good! I’ll update my review once I try it!
They are located on Temple/​Broadway; it used to be Sipology. I hope Temple Coffee is here for a long time!

Someday I’ll have one of their sandwiches… someday. For now however, I’m addicted to their fresh homemade bagels! YUMMY!
If I could afford (and not blow up a few sizes) an horchata latte & jalepeno bagel toasted with cream cheese AND avocado! —- I’d do it.
The staff is friendly, there’s always great art being featured on the walls and the overall atmosphere is really nice and relaxing. Love this place :)

This is my neighborhood go to coffee shop. They are very adaptable to any form of Americano I ask for: 1 shot, 1.5 shots, long pull, short pull. They give me complete customization of my espresso shots. Who else does this? Tell me who???

This replaced Sipology which opened here a year or so ago. Shame to see Sipology — a favorite Long Beach coffeehouse — go under, but Temple Coffee is a barely noticeable change. Really, I didn’t notice it was under hew ownership until after ordering (from the menu that is still exactly the same — minus the food) and paying, when I finally noticed that they had a print out piece of paper taped to the cash register that said «Temple Coffee.» That was the only change.
So if you liked Sipology, you’ll like this! And if you didn’t, then give it a try because maybe they ARE changing some things and I didn’t notice. I mean, I“d assume any smart business owner would read the negative Unilocal reviews of the business s/​he replaced and try to rectify those issues… but I’m just assuming here…