"What an amazing little hidden gem. Somehow my wife found this coffee shop and wow I wish it was open all weekend. We both got Vietnamese coffees, brownies and a water. Overall excellent service and even better coffees. We love the decor for this location especially the Mickey Mouse one!! This is a must stop for coffee lovers. Café Lorel is located at 5203 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90804, nestled in the scenic Park Estates neighborhood—just steps from the beach, golf course, and local shops . This charming café offers a cozy, inviting atmosphere filled with tasteful décor, friendly staff smiles, and an intimate indoor seating area of about 35 guests, making it ideal for light breakfast or lunch meetings (). 🕰️ Hours & Practical Info Open weekdays from 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (closed weekends) . Amenities include free Wi‑Fi, wheelchair access, street parking and a private lot, plus a warm, clutter-free environment suited to study sessions, casual meet‑ups, or solo coffee breaks (). ☕ Drinks & Menu Known for top-tier coffee and espresso-based drinks (e.g., cappuccinos, lattes, americanos), Café Lorel also offers iced beverages, smoothies, and Vietnamese‑style coffee . The menu features local-bakery bagels, croissants, wraps, deli sandwiches, melts, salads, and daily soups. Popular items include the Randi’s Bagel, Florentine Bagel, Chicken Avocado Sandwich, and creamy tomato basil bisque or poblano chowder . 🌟 Community Praise With a solid ~4–4.5★ rating on Yelp & MapQuest, patrons rave about healthy, flavorful offerings and welcoming service . Reviews highlight fresh ingredients, dairy‑free alternatives, hearty lunch specials, and standout Vietnamese coffee: “My favorite lunch spot… everything on the menu tastes great! Love the Vietnamese coffee.”  “The owner, Lorella, personally makes most deli sandwiches, soups, and melts.”  🧑‍🍳 Staff & Culture Employees describe a close-knit, family-like atmosphere, making it a great first job with strong management support . The café is praised for its cleanliness, consistent quality, and heartfelt hospitality."

"With plenty of parking, this café is conveniently located just off of PCH. Upon entering, Cafe Lorel welcomes you with an eclectic theme. There is a chair for every personality. Most importantly, the coffee is outstanding. I decided on an iced latte with extra shots of espresso. The espresso is perfectly brewed. Without the bitter, burnt flavors found at other places, the caffeine packs the punch I was looking for and tickled the right part of my tongue. While they offer several bakery items, sandwiches, and other delicious looking foods, I chose a blueberry scone. I feel this was the best blueberry scone I have ever had. It was packed with blueberries that burst with flavor. It was the perfect blend of dough, sweet, and blueberry."

"I would like to not assume, but…Racist vibes.. I didn’t even order, I just left. No greeting, no smile, look annoyed that I asked about the price of coffee.. It felt odd, so I asked a customer outside if they are usually nice. Customer (white) said “they some of the nicest people.” Not sure what I did wrong. Kind of hard to not think that it’s because I’m a minority. Maybe that’s why the coffee shop crowd was not diverse. Really wanted to try it out because it’s a short walk from my place. Unfortunate. Customers were nice though. Please provide rebuttals if you are a minority who had a good experience there. It is not my intention to label a place racist if it was a one time occurrence."

"This place has been a favorite for years. Every time I’ve eaten here I’ve been satisfied. You can tell everything is done with care from service to sandwich building. This quiet neighborhood cafe is one of the last of its kind, and a great example of small business."

"Good food good times, but see my note below about dietary restrictions."