Coffee stops, beach eats, and the places that make this tiny surf town feel like a community
Los Cerritos isn’t overflowing with options — and that’s part of the charm. What it lacks in quantity, it makes up for in personality.
Mornings start slow with coffee and ocean air, afternoons drift into beach time, and evenings revolve around a handful of spots you’ll likely return to again and again.
If you’re planning time here (or passing through on your way to Todos Santos), these are the places worth knowing.
Coffee, Juice & Slow Mornings
Uvas y Hojas
- Vibe: Minimal, artsy, calm
- Go for: A slower, more intentional coffee
- Standout: El Cacahuatón (marzipan latte)
Part café, part bookstore, part art space, Uvas y Hojas is tucked just off the beach in Pescadero, attached to the stunning So Far So Good hotel.
The space is airy and thoughtfully designed, with filtered light, stacked bookshelves, and quiet corners to settle into.
The drinks lean creative, and the whole experience feels curated without being pretentious. Like many spots in Cerritos, it doubles as a community hub with events, music, and art. Hands down the most unique of Los Cerritos coffee shops.
Read my full review of Uvas y Hojas here.
Tasi Juice Bar
- Vibe: Surfy, casual, community hub
- Go for: Coffee + a slow beach morning
- Don’t miss: Red velvet banana bread
At the north beach access, Tasi is the quintessential Cerritos coffee stop — a weathered teal stand with a surfboard sign and enough shade to make the strong morning sun manageable.
The menu covers espresso, juices, smoothies, and açaí bowls, but the real draw is the feeling: music drifting from nearby surf shacks, boards being waxed, and regulars stopping to chat. It’s less a coffee cart and more a daily gathering point.
Read my full review of Tasi Juice Bar here.
Cerritos Beach Dogs
- Vibe: Joyful and sweet
- Go for: Coffee + puppies
- Standout: Rescue mission + adoption program
If puppies make your heart explode, you’ll want to stop here. This shipping container–turned–coffee shop doubles as a non-profit dog rescue, housing pups as they’re rehabilitated and prepared for adoption.
The coffee is simple, but the experience isn’t — fully vaccinated puppies roam an open-air space you can enter after sanitizing, and it’s hard not to lose track of time. Beyond the cuteness, they run free spay and neuter clinics and have made a real impact locally.
Read all the details about Cerritos Beach Dogs and the great work they do here.
Food Worth Your Time
La Tuna
- Vibe: Elevated beach dining
- Go for: Dinner that actually delivers
- Standout: Arrachera + Tierra y Mar tacos
- Don’t miss: House chili crisp
The beachfront restaurants here tend to blur together — similar menus, similar prices. La Tuna is the exception.
The tacos were some of the best I’ve ever had, layered with flavor (and a fried cheese layer that takes them over the top). The setting doesn’t hurt either: open-air dining, a sprawling patio on the sand, and string lights that make it glow at night.
Bottom line: a little pricey, but absolutely worth it.
Read my full review of La Tuna here.
Don Nacho
- Vibe: Warm, local, family-run
- Go for: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Standout: Huevos Rancheros + house-made chorizo
- Drink: Fresh maracuyá juice
Tucked down a dusty road between the highway and the beach, Don Nacho feels personal in a way the beachfront spots don’t.
I visited multiple times for breakfast and never got tired of it — comforting food, generous portions, and a welcoming energy that makes you want to linger. The open-air space is expansive, with garden seating and towering cardón cacti built into the landscape.
Read my full review of Don Nacho Restaurant here.
Barracuda Cantina
- Vibe: Casual, group-friendly
- Go for: Drinks + snacks
- Standout: Smoked fish quesadilla
- Deal: 2-for-1 happy hour
An easy stop along the beach for a few relaxed hours. The chips and guac are generous, the drinks are cold, and there’s plenty of space to either sit in the shade or lean into the Baja sun.
Groceries & Essentials
Los Cerritos doesn’t have the abundance of produce stands you might expect elsewhere in Mexico, but these spots cover the basics.
Super Mercado El Sol
- Best for: One-stop grocery run
- You’ll find: Pantry items, liquor, essentials
- Heads up: Limited beer selection
The main grocery store in town — not glamorous, but it gets the job done.
MiniSuper Kimberly
- Best for: Better beer selection
- Tradeoff: Smaller store, less variety overall
- Tip: Bring cash- the debit/credit situation isn’t reliable
A solid alternative for quick stops, with a surprisingly better beer selection than El Sol. There’s also a small coffee/food setup next door worth checking out.
OXXO
- Best for: Snacks + quick basics
- Heads up: No alcohol at this location
Still useful, just not your go-to for drinks.
Agricole (El Pescadero)
- Best for: Elevated groceries + wine
- Distance: ~15 minutes north
- Standout: Pastries
If you’re craving something more refined, Agricole is worth the short drive. Think beautifully curated goods, great wine, and some of the best baked items in the area.
Pharmacy
- Best for: Quick, convenient essentials
- Good to know: Small but well-stocked
Mexico is notorious for its pharmacies, and even this tiny beach enclave has its own. It’s a shoe-box of a place, but you can pop in for all your basic needs — and even some surprisingly specific medications.
The staff were incredibly kind, and while prices may be higher than elsewhere, the convenience of not having to get in the car makes it well worth it.
Final Thoughts
Los Cerritos is small, a little scrappy, and not overflowing with options — but that’s exactly what makes it special.
You’ll likely rotate the same spots, recognize faces, and settle into the rhythm quickly. The surf town energy is real, the community is tight-knit, and the best experiences often sit just off the main path.
Lean into that, and Los Cerritos delivers exactly what it promises — sun, surf, and a handful of places you’ll wish you had back home.
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