The Boy & The Bear - Coffee Roastery — Restaurant in Culver City

The warm and inviting aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans greets you as you enter The Boy and Bear coffee shop in Culver City. This cozy coffee house is a hidden gem tucked away in a quiet street, perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle outside.

The friendly baristas warmly welcome you and are happy to recommend one of their single origin coffees from Columbia. Their carefully curated collection of beans are always fresh, producing a well-balanced yet complex cup of coffee.

Seating includes communal wood tables as well as cozy nooks with plush armchairs—ideal spots to relax with a book or laptop. An assortment of pastries, sweet or savory goods are available to perfectly pair with your coffee. But the real highlight is the atmosphere: sunlight filters through large windows lining the front, as a mix of locals work, read or chat over refills in hushed tones.

There is a quiet energy that stimulates creativity and productivity, whether you want to sketch some ideas, draft a story or simply get lost in your thoughts. Without the distractions and noises of a busier environment, you can fully immerse yourself in the simple pleasures of the moment.

The Boy and Bear is a hidden gem that has built a devoted following of regulars for good reason. Superlative coffee, friendly service and a space conducive to thinking and creating combine for an experience that engages all the senses. Once discovered, it becomes a place you find yourself returning to...

Consistently great coffee and a solid place to work or relax

The Boy & The Bear on Washington is one of the most reliable coffee shops in the area. The coffee is consistently excellent—smooth, balanced, and well-roasted without being overly bitter or acidic. They take their sourcing seriously, focusing on Colombian beans, and it shows in the flavor. Their espresso drinks are precise, and the drip and pour-over options are also strong if you’re looking for something less milky.

The shop itself is clean and minimalist, with a cool, modern vibe. Plenty of seating both inside and out. It’s a good environment to get work done—usually not too loud, and the Wi-Fi is dependable. Outlets can be limited during peak hours, but it’s manageable if you plan ahead.

The staff is professional and efficient. They know their stuff, but they’re not overbearing about it. Service is usually quick, even when it’s busy.

Pastries and small bites are fresh and good quality, though the food options are limited (as expected for a shop focused on coffee). They also participate in food waste reduction apps like Too Good To Go, which is a nice touch if you’re looking for a deal or care about sustainability.

Overall, this is a great neighborhood coffee spot—consistent, comfortable, and focused on doing a few things really well. Easy...

This specialty coffee shop has been on my radar since a coffee connoisseur I respect tremendously had recommended I make a trip to it.

Parking was relatively easy in one of the side streets, and there was not a wait, even though most of the seats were taken with laptop warriors, working away.

TB&TB does a great pour over. Jake is an incredible, one man army, who was handling the cashier, barista and food duties. He was friendly and knowledgable, confirming they use V60 and ~1:16 ratio of coffee beans (ground) to water.

I asked for something funky, and he recommended the Tiki Punch emerald series as his favorite with notes of Salted Carmel, Lemon Rind and Rose. Since we ordered one of their excellent savory pies, I asked for a shot of sparkling water (that's a sign it's a place that takes their coffee seriously) to cleanse my palate. Another thing that points to a serious coffee afiocionado status was the ground up coffee beans they give you with your coffee tumbler, so you can cleanse your sense of smell and truly take in the aroma of the brew. Let's just say, it was delicious, and I should've taken more time to savor it, but I chugged in all the goodness.

One of the best pour over coffee experiences. If you are in Culver City/ Mar Vista/ Venice, this is a must-try for any coffee...