Plumes Coffee & Tea

We stopped by this place and it was so good. I got the iced Mexican mocha and it was very unique and beautiful. I am coming back during my trip for another one. My husband got the French vanilla drip coffee and he enjoyed it. We also got the blueberry scone and the cheese danish. Both pastries were warmed up for us and delicious. The scone was so soft and we enjoyed it very much. The atmosphere is very calm and enjoyable and relaxing. This is on a corner, and if you are in the area honestly it’s worth stopping in!

Ordered a hot tea and a chocolate croissant to go. The chocolate croissant was warmed up which I appreciated, however it was not very good. I’m not even sure I can classify it as a croissant. It was more like a loaf of bread, not flakey layers of pastry. The temperature of the hot water for the tea was beyond scalding and this is not an exaggeration. The steam started to melt the plastic lid of the cup! No way could I drink it for at least 30 minutes without the lid on. That’s dangerous and caution anyone who orders tea.

Edit: since leaving this review a month or two ago, I will say the place has definitely improved. I’ve been a handful more times and the orders have been correct and the food and coffee good. My only complaint is even though the customer service has improved- twice now I’ve heard the girls behind the counter complaining about coworkers not opening right or customers- and I do think that is extremely distasteful. Nonetheless I am impressed with the quality- and am therefore changing my review. I do recommend this place! So the only reason I’m even giving the place 3 stars is because the atmosphere of this place is wonderful and it’s in a great location. Plus the coffee is really good- however that’s if you can get the correct order. I’m a local and have gone here several times and everytim

This place really exceeded my expectations, great staff, and the food is absolutely delicious. The coffee and pastries are distinguishable as tasting top class. The atmosphere and environment of this cafe is equally pleasant. I will definitely eat here again.

This Cafe had the sweetest vibes. If I had the time, would have stayed and also tried the food everything looked so delicious between what I saw on customer plates and in the bakery case. I ordered an almond mylk latte and it was truly spectacular. The almond mylk even had a generous layer of actual foam, which was hard to believe it wasn't dairy milk since it was so rich and fluffy; which is very difficult to keep with almond mylk. It lasted thu the entire drink, which was very impressive. The espresso itself had a nice flavor and roast as well. Along with excellent, and very quick service considering how busy it seemed. Will be back again next time in Monterey!