This adorable little café sits on the promenade behind the AMLI apartments in Marina del Rey, and it’s basically the kind of place that makes you want to pretend you’re a morning person. My friend and I wandered over with our playful pups for a light breakfast and some much-needed caffeine.

The service was super friendly—definitely the kind of people you want handing you coffee in the morning—though it moved at more of a “leisurely marina stroll” pace than a sprint. Honestly, with the view and the vibe, it kind of works.

My friend ordered a regular coffee and gave it a solid thumbs up. I went for the Crème Brûlée Latte, which is exactly what it sounds like: a rich vanilla latte topped with cream and a torched sugar crust. Basically dessert masquerading as coffee. It was delicious, though definitely on the sweeter side—great if you’re into coffee that doubles as a treat.

I also ordered the ham and cheese croissant. Was it the best croissant I’ve ever had? No. Was it warm, buttery, and exactly what I wanted with my latte? Absolutely.

Overall, it’s a cute little marina spot—perfect for coffee, a casual breakfast, and some quality dog-watching along the promenade. I’ll definitely be back to try more of their breakfast specialties (and maybe another dessert… I mean latte).