The best cafes in Colton

11 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

470 E Cypress Ave (Redlands)

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

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Cozy restaurant serving popcorn chicken and other snack foods, plus bubble tea, milk tea and fruit teas, matcha.

1722 W 1st St g (Santa Ana)

Cozy restaurant serving popcorn chicken and other snack foods, plus bubble tea, milk tea and fruit teas, matcha.

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Fun-loving drive-thru serving up customized coffees, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea & more.

13322 Limonite Ave (Eastvale)

Fun-loving drive-thru serving up customized coffees, Rebel energy drinks, cold brew, tea & more.

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Casual location for coffee and tea, along with breakfast sandwiches and sweet treats.

1453 Ford St #103 (Redlands)

Casual location for coffee and tea, along with breakfast sandwiches and sweet treats.

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Lively and clean coffeehouse with local origins serving traditional beverages and pastries.

201 N State College Blvd (Anaheim)

Lively and clean coffeehouse with local origins serving traditional beverages and pastries.

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Local joint decorated with punk-rock concert flyers offering cold brew coffee & blended specialties.

232 N 2nd Ave (Upland)

Local joint decorated with punk-rock concert flyers offering cold brew coffee & blended specialties.

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The Cafe Krave keeps it simple and delicious with made-to-order breakfast sandwiches, specialty coffee that actually wakes you up, and…

2400 E Katella Ave #175 (Anaheim)

The Cafe Krave keeps it simple and delicious with made-to-order breakfast sandwiches, specialty coffee that actually wakes you up, and daily soups and specials built on fresh ingredients. When you want a no-fuss, real-food start, this place has your back.

From the Anaheim newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Cool Cat Collective is the spot to browse quirky art, crafts, and cat gear while hanging out with adorable foster kitties you can actually…

2741 E 4th St C (Long Beach)

Cool Cat Collective is the spot to browse quirky art, crafts, and cat gear while hanging out with adorable foster kitties you can actually adopt. Swing by this week for rotating art shows, community vibes, and the satisfying knowledge that 20% of profits help animals.

From the Garden Grove newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Make your next low-stress reset a visit to Le Chat Noir Bookstore & Cat Lounge in Redlands, where adoptable kitties hang in the lounge…

19 E Citrus Ave Ste 104 (Redlands)

Make your next low-stress reset a visit to Le Chat Noir Bookstore & Cat Lounge in Redlands, where adoptable kitties hang in the lounge beside a cozy bookstore and café. Sip something warm, chat with fellow Bookclub Baddies, browse fantasy reads, and maybe meet the whiskered roommate you’ve been manifesting this week.

From the Fontana newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

728 Spectrum Center Dr (Irvine)

Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

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Cafe serving pastries featuring Hello Kitty cakes, as well as high tea and cocktails.

860 Spectrum Center Dr (Irvine)

Cafe serving pastries featuring Hello Kitty cakes, as well as high tea and cocktails.

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