The Caffeine Lab – American
The Caffeine Lab serves as a vibrant culinary crossroads where the comforting aroma of artisanal coffee mingles with a bold, globe-trotting menu that defies traditional boundaries. Mornings begin with the spicy kick of chilaquiles rojos and buttery, flaky breakfast empanadas, while the afternoon transforms into a flavor-packed journey featuring everything from smoky BBQ pulled pork to the savory-sweet crunch of beef bulgogi fries. This eclectic neighborhood hub invites guests to linger over inventive fusion dishes in a space that celebrates the art of the unexpected, making every visit a delicious discovery.
The Caffeine Lab, West Campus Road, Los Altos, Long Beach, Los Angeles County, California, 90822, United States https://www.csulb.edu/beach-shops/the-caffeine-lab0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, low-carb, dairy-free, mediterranean, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, diabetic, sugar-free, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, south-beach, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, zone, aip, raw-food, mayo-clinic, candida, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
- Chilaquiles Rojos - $12.5: Red sauce, tortilla chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Breakfast Empanada - $10.99: Pastry, egg, cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Breakfast Burrito - $11.5: Egg, potato, cheese, tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Biscuits and Country Gravy - $9.75: Buttermilk biscuits, sausage gravy Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Ham, Egg and Cheese Croissant Sandwich - $10.25: Ham, egg, cheese, croissant Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich - $14.99: Pulled pork, BBQ sauce, bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics
- Al Pastor Pork Tacos - $13.5: Marinated pork, pineapple, onion, cilantro Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Butter Chicken - $15.99: Chicken, creamy tomato sauce, spices
- Orange Chicken Bowl - $14.25: Breaded chicken, orange glaze, jasmine rice
- Beef Bulgogi Fries - $13.99: Fries, marinated beef, toppings
- Lemon Herb Chicken - $15.5: Chicken breast, lemon, herbs
- Breaded Chicken Creamy Chipotle Pasta - $14.75: Chicken, chipotle cream sauce, pasta
- Pasta Beef Bolognese - $13.99: Beef meat sauce, pasta
- Shrimp Pesto Pasta - $16.5: Shrimp, basil pesto, pasta
- Butternut Squash Soup - $6.5: Roasted butternut squash
- Chicken Tortilla Soup - $6.99: Chicken, broth, tortilla strips
- Greek Salad - $11.25: Cucumber, tomato, feta, olives
- Assorted Fruit Juice - $3.5: Orange, Apple, or Cranberry
- Assorted Soft Drinks - $2.99: Carbonated sodas
- Smoothie of the Day - $5.99: Fresh fruit blend