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RestaurantsEspresso Cielo - Santa Monica

Espresso Cielo - Santa Monica

12 reviews$$$$Closed7:30am - 5pm
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Espresso Cielo - Santa Monica
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๐Ÿ“1431 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, US
๐Ÿ“ž(310) 260-1268
๐ŸŒespressocielo.com
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Business Hours
Monday
7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 5pm
Thursday
7:30am - 5pm
Friday
7:30am - 5pm
Saturday
8am - 5pm
Sunday
8am - 5pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

Espresso Cielo - Santa Monica
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๐Ÿ“1431 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, US
๐Ÿ“ž(310) 260-1268
๐ŸŒespressocielo.com
๐Ÿ“‹View menu
Business Hours
Monday
7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 5pm
Thursday
7:30am - 5pm
Friday
7:30am - 5pm
Saturday
8am - 5pm
Sunday
8am - 5pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

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About

Espresso Cielo is a beloved Santa Monica cafe at 1431 2nd St, serving artisanal coffee, locally made gelato, and a full breakfast menu since 2010. Their roasting partner, based in the Pacific Northwest, has supplied consistently exceptional beans for over a decade. The space is open, bright, and modern, with a cozy energy that suits solo work sessions, casual dates, and group hangouts alike. Guests rave about the superfood lattes, lavender cold brew, glazed donuts, and ham and cheese croissants. The cafe also handles catering inquiries for those who want to bring the Espresso Cielo experience to their next event.

Highlights

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Artisanal coffee programBeans sourced from a trusted Pacific Northwest roaster since 2010.
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Locally made gelatoFresh gelato crafted by local makers and served alongside the cafe menu.
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Bright, welcoming spaceThe open, sunlit interior works equally well for dates or solo study.
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Full breakfast menuFrom croissants to pastries, the morning spread keeps regulars coming back.

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