Toorak Coffee

Notice was posted in front of the store that the owners abandoned the store.

I wish you were open long enough so I could try out the Aussie pie. I haven’t have one since I left Sydney, 18 years ago.
Disappointed that you were not around for a final call. You were on my radar. Cheers, mate!

Toorak I hardly knew ye. Ever since you were closed for Labor day weekend, you have not resumed operations.
You had a nice atmosphere, good pastry and coffee, and the most delicious salmon lox baguette I’ve had, ever. My only regret is when I wanted to order a Nutella milkshake, you were out of Nutella.
Definitely a shame you could never find your groove.

An ideal American suburb. You do not think «Toorak Coffee», and perhaps that is why this place is a gem on its own.
Situated in one East Long Beach’s oldest shopping areas, Toorak stand out as a hip and fresh coffee venue that easily distinguishes itself from the competition. The décor is modern, the seating area is spacious and the right amount of light pours into this coffee/​café establishment. Very cheery, and anti-​coffee shop chain.
The coffee and food at Toorak does not disappoint. Toorak’s pastries, sandwiches and drinks are a step up from the «mass produced» fare you’ve had anywhere else. On occasion it is paired with attentive customer service.
Pricing and Parking. The two things that drag this place down. Parking is available but congested as it competes with other popular stores. The center was built in another time, where congested parking must’ve been a non-​factor. And Pricing. You didn’t think above par pastries was inexpensive did you?
While food and amenities are at another level, its prices also reflect that, truly making it a gem. You frequent jewelry stores only so often and perhaps the same could be said of Toorak.

I love the coffee and ambience of this place! It’s exactly the type of coffee shop I’ve been looking for in Long Beach. The place is very clean and the workers are very friendly. The interior design is lovely but a little to chic for my tastes — like a blend of minimalism and contemporary. It would be better if it had a more cozy feeling to it.
It’s a very huge coffee shop in my opinion (I felt like I was in a restaurant) and every time I’ve gone there, finding a seat is not a problem (usually I’m the only one there). Great environment for studying (which I do most of the time) or just to introspect on life. There is also enough room for the homies (large group of friends) to hang out. It’s great.
The espresso is awesooomeeee. I enjoy it 100x better than Starbucks and Coffee bean. And since I’ve been there multiple times, I can say they’re pretty consistent with the quality of their beverages. When I go to Starbucks or Coffee bean, the taste of the drinks are never the same and sometimes different enough that you might think they got the order wrong or something. I don’t have much to say about their food because I haven’t purchased any yet but they sure do look good on the other side of the glass.
I love this place and they will be getting my business. I’m always down to support local businesses and this one exceeds my expectations. I only wish they were open later. Try it for yourself and join the movement.

Toorak is an exceptional café in the Los Altos area. The space is large with plenty of seating. It’s also impeccably clean. As my friend and I lounged for a few hours, I saw the baristas go out into the seating area maybe seven times to wipe down the tables and door, and tidy up any chairs that were out of place. However, customers are few and far between, so the workers should have plenty of time on their hands for cleaning.
I can attest to Richard C.‘s observation regarding the café’s contemporary design, infusing minimalism with an Australian continent motif throughout. My personal taste leans more toward a relaxed, bohemian setting. But when I really need to crack down on getting work done, Toorak is my new go-​to spot.
The drinks are usually delicious. However, I tried a mocha milkshake the other day to try to satiate my week-​long milkshake craving, and I was gravely disappointed. My friend ordered a soy hazelnut latte then a cappuccino since we were there for a few hours, and the espresso shots in each of his drinks were pulled perfectly.
So if you’re looking for an alternative to Starbucks Crappy Company, take a walk down to Los Altos and try Toorak. You’ll enjoy great service and quality drinks in an immaculate setting.

There is so many reasons why this could be the best hidden gem in Los Altos Area of Long Beach.
1. There is no Starbucks trash found nearby.
2. Room galore to hang out with friends.
3. No ease dropping from nearby coffee sippers.
4. The space is quiet, relaxing, and untouch.
5. The coffee, teas, and food is excellent and fresh.
6. Support the local coffee shop that is 10 x more unique and personable.
Give it a try and you will think twice about another franchise establishment. :)

This place has single-​handedly flipped that minimall from «let’s do errands and get out of here as quickly as possible» to «let’s stop by and regenerate ourselves with some quality coffee.»
Who knew that good coffee existed outside the confines of 4^th street? Toorak breathes new life into the area, and for once I am glad that the spot wasn’t occupied by the typical chain.
The interior itself is modern industrial, but in the end one doesn’t go to a coffee shop for free wifi or plenty of table space, so how was the coffee? Quite flavorful, the baristas know their lingo and techniques, and go the extra mile by bringing you your pastry/​sandwhich of choice to your table with real silverware. They always seem friendly and relaxed and by osmosis you end up leaving friendly and relaxed as well!
The lack of a medium size for iced drinks and no frequent buyer program is what kept me from giving it the olé five stars, but apart from that this place is a true nugget.

I’m not one of those «hang out at a coffee house» kind of people, but if I were, I’d definitely come here, especially that every time I pass by and read the sign I can’t help but think of that dinosaur video game.
Their «flat white» is probably one of the best lattes I’ve ever had and not just in Long Beach, like ever in life. You can tell they know how to brew good coffee. Furthermore, the service is impeccably nice. I was actually instructed to SIT DOWN when I was caught standing waiting for my coffee to go, which they personally brought to me when it was ready. It could have been that I was just annoyingly hovering, but either way I’ll take that as a sign of good customer service!
If you want something to eat they have a surprisingly decent selection of sandwiches, pastries and desserts, and since this place originated in Australia, they have cool names for everything. It’s like you’re there, except well not, but you can pretend you are.
This place is pretty big with plenty of tables and chairs and a really contemporary, industrial feel to it. I’d totally come here to study (if I had something to study) or chill with a friend (if I wasn’t such a douchebag who needs to take coffee on the run all the time).

This is my favorite, hip coffeehouse in Long Beach. The ambiance is like being in a sleek Swedish café. This coffee house is hip. I love the booths and European style seating. If Austria’s world famous coffehouses went modern and went non-​smoking, they would look like Toorak Coffee. Toorak may not have the Austrian sweet bread and midnight beer, that Vienna carries, but they have yummy pastries from almost every culture: Jewish, French, Austrian and Italian. I love this little coffeehouse. Every time I miss Austria, France or Italy, I come to Toorak for a little close reminder of Europe.
Toorak’s coffee drinks, macaroons, and the modern furniture are my favorite. This place is youthful and great for having a coffee with friends, a lap top or a good book. I also love that Toorak is close to my favorite sushi restaurant and cheap Italian grub joint.

This place is next to the yummy Deli News. It has a very modern vibe. The food is tasty, fresh and pretty healthy. I had a Salmon sandwich which was thin sliced LOX with Crème cheese on a Baguette. It wasn’t bad. I was expecting a nice thick slice of Salmon considering the price. The sandwich alone was over $ 9.00, not sure that’s a great deal and it won’t fill you up.

I was ready to eat 4 hours later. I didn’t’ try any of the coffee.
They have some amazing looking deserts behind the counter. I didn’t try any on this day but I will definitely be back.

I’ve passed this place so many times but i’ve never taken the time to actually walk in. When my classmate & I needed a place to meet up, I Unilocaled «coffee shops» and this came up.
Not having any expectations about this place, I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food & space. I ordered their half sandwich/​half soup combo (Turkey & potato soup) & an orchard tea (around 10 bucks total). Lets just say that I was so surprised by their food, that I went a few days later to have the exact same meal. Yum! Potato soup= nice & creamy. Their Turkey sandwich has some type of dressing in it that just makes it & not to mention the soft baguette bread they use. Yay!
Next time I go I need to try something a little bit more Australian… like their coffee. Anyway, this is a great study space, lots of room & sometimes they have live music!
I think they have free wifi… I just borrowed from the spa next door. Heh.
Only negative: not enough outlets.

Update: Got the «flat white», an espresso with milk, no foam. Very smooth.
The people who own/​run this place are very friendly! I went twice this week, and both times, I had coffee and a warmed-​up croissant, which was delicious. I like the way the shop is set up, with comfortable leather chairs, an eclectic mix of music, and a hip-​yet-​down-​to-​earth vibe. This is a great place for CSULB students. There’s a big table with leather ottoman chairs scattered around it – perfect for group discussions.

I’ve returned to Toorak many times since it opened in 2009. My favorite drink here is an Australian specialty — the Flat White, which is like a very smooth latte. The blended mocha has a nice malted flavor to it. Toorak also makes a very cute baby-​ccino for the little tikes — which is served in a tiny cup with a marshmallow, whipped cream and frothed milk.
Toorak stands out because of their coffee, friendliness, large open space, and free Wi-​fi. Their pastries, cakes, and sandwiches are really high quality, and they continue to work to find new items to offer. Toorak has a student discount, and also promotes itself with offers in social media. The staff is warm, friendly, and always smiling and helpful.
The owner was profiled recently in this article —
. He owned a chain of coffee houses in Australia, which he sold prior to moving to Southern California.

Toorak is great. They make beautiful, tasty, flaky, just-​sweet-​enough pastries. The cinnamon twist is just wonderful.
Their coffee is superb. It’s never burned, always light, fluffy, and flavorful. I don’t know how that comes across, but Toorak makes great coffee. Somehow they are able to simultaneously combine rich flavor with a gentle, delicate texture. The coffee never feels harsh like Starbucks’ can. This is the best coffee in Long Beach!
Toorak has a student discount, as well, which is awesome. The staff is friendly. Free wifi. This is also one of the few places in the U.S. where you can find something resembling the beloved Australian meat pie.
I would go here everyday if my wallet allowed…

Our knitting group had a meeting here for the first time last night and I must say it was a success. It was a great place for our group – plenty of room, great lighting, and a good variety of sandwiches, pastries, and beverages to satisfy everyone’s craving. I had their tuna on focaccia and a slice of black forest cake and a coffee americano. Everything was good, but the cake and coffee were outstanding. The cake was moist, with cherries, and the coffee was strong and scalding but not at all burnt-​tasting or bitter. As for the sandwich, I kind of wished they had more choice of side items (they only seem to offer these blue corn tortilla chips), but that’s really my only complaint. The girls working at the shop were so nice and helpful – I really liked them.
But I realize what made the place great for my knitting group may not make it great for everyone. For people who like a boho coffee joint, the rather stark and minimalist décor may not appeal, as well as the bright lights. This place seems better for the morning/​day crowd than the night hangout crowd, but perhaps it’s good for students who want a nicely lit place to study.

Almost insanely, over-​the-​top service from the cute Barista and some of the best coffee in Long Beach definitely ups Toorak to 5 stars.

I loooove Toorak! I’ve been watching the development of this place for the past few months and was excited to try it out. First of all, I really like the décor. It has «minimalist-modern-retro“look, with lots of different seating options (both small and large tables, individual chairs…). They had a full menu up on the wall and a case full of beautiful desserts.
I ordered an iced latte and a chocolate-​chip cookie to share with my two young children. Both were EXCELLENT! The staff was very accommodating of my kids and didn’t bat an eye when my 1 year old smeared melted chocolate all over a chair.
The desserts and coffee range in price from about $ 2-​$ 4 each. In a world where people gladly pay $ 4 for a cupcake, I think Toorak’s prices are fair.
I also LOVE the fact that there is ample seating and free-​wifi.

To agree with Jessica there are some kinks to work out. Since they were late on opening up their Coffee Bar there were some things missing… like A MENU. I work at Trader Joes and we were given free coffee coupons. A lot of my co-​workers who redeemed them were given the cold shoulder by their young staff. I though was warmly greeted by the manager himself and ordered a Cappuccino and it was delicious and I“m not even much of a coffee drinker.
The décor is as follows…
Masculine walls of concrete and painted canvases and lots of brown and orange (Toorak’s Co. Colors) They have fun chairs to sit in as well as everyday tables & chairs.
They have a deli case filled with sandwiches and gourmet pastries… They looked really good =)
A friend of mine had the Chocolate Éclair and was saddened when asked to pay 4 bucks for a 3″ pastry that wasn’t even Custard filled… just plain Whipped Cream :(
But this is an up and coming business and I think they bring a fun & individual vibe to the Los Altos shopping district! Now if only we could get rid of WOK & ROLL next door…

This is a delightful little coffee shop that has something to do with Australia that opened just this week right behind our house. Buuuuuuuut, it was their soft opening and they still have a few kinks to work out… like, having a menu board, or any kind of menu for that matter. Other than that, they have built the bones of a great place to drink coffee, eat pastries, and hang out or even study if you felt so inclined. Tons of seating and tons of wi-​fi !
The guy who served us was super adorable and told us that they bake their own bread daily, and serve espresso based drinks…“like americanos”. We had an iced americano, a vanilla latte, an éclair, and a chocolate chip cookie, all for the low low price of 14 dollars, ouch! The éclair tasted like it may have been frozen before, but the cookie was pretty good! They have a pretty vast selection of baked goods… but as far as coffee goes it was really really strong just the way I like it, but I can’t attest to the choices since their was no menu, again the kinks to work out!
I hope this place does well though as I love to support non-​starbucksy coffee shops and it is right by the school. You might find me here «studying» (but probably Unilocaling), but most likely after their true grand opening! Also, this place is perfect for an open mic… really big with tons of seating, just sayin’!
Hate to rhyme, but i’ll be back Toorak! Who am I kidding, I love rhyming !