Looking for a great local coffee shop in Simi Valley? These are the cafes I've filmed and love: Single Serve Co's nitro cold brew on Tapo St., Makenna Koffee's beach vibes on Cochran, dog-friendly Lucky Dog Coffee, and healthy smoothies and teas at The Core. Each one has a full story and video.
The list at a glance
- Single Serve Co, 2355 Tapo St.
- Makenna Koffee, 153 Cochran St. #310
- Lucky Dog Coffee, 2139 Tapo St., Unit 113
- The Core, 1464 Madera Rd.
1. Single Serve Co
Where: 2355 Tapo St., Simi Valley
Vanilla oat lattes, an award-winning nitro cold brew, and custom K-cups for weddings and events, with no minimums.
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2. Makenna Koffee
Where: 153 Cochran St. #310, Simi Valley
A locally owned, Hawaiian-inspired coffee shop with a relaxed beach vibe and specialty coffee drinks.
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3. Lucky Dog Coffee
Where: 2139 Tapo St., Unit 113, Simi Valley
A dog-friendly coffee shop and community hub. When I wrote my story it was open Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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4. The Core
Where: 1464 Madera Rd., Simi Valley
Healthy meal smoothies and teas. Try the birthday cake smoothie, the cherry vanilla almond oatmeal, or the almond mocha.
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More picks
My list of seven favorite specialty coffee and tea shops also includes Dr. Conkey's Candy & Coffee Co (in Simi Valley since 1982), Get Hooked, Meera Coffee & Plants, 118 Cafe, and San Fernando Coffee Company.
See my 7 favorite coffee and tea shops →
Frequently asked questions
What are good local coffee shops in Simi Valley?
Single Serve Co, Makenna Koffee, Lucky Dog Coffee, and The Core, plus Dr. Conkey's Candy & Coffee Co, Get Hooked, Meera Coffee & Plants, 118 Cafe, and San Fernando Coffee Company.
Is there a dog-friendly coffee shop in Simi Valley?
Yes. Lucky Dog Coffee at 2139 Tapo St. welcomes dogs, and its walls are covered with photos of furry customers.
Where can I get nitro cold brew in Simi Valley?
Single Serve Co at 2355 Tapo St. serves an award-winning nitro cold brew.
These are my own picks from places I’ve filmed for Simi On Video, not paid placements. Menus, hours, and prices change, so check before you go. Own a Simi Valley business I should feature? Here’s how to get a free video.
