Lightwave Coffee and kitchen

This place is a DELIGHT. The food was excellent. I had the Shakshuka for breakfast and it was so good, I came back for lunch and had the Curry, which was one of the most delicious things I've ever eaten. The owners and staff at this gem are wonderful-- they have created something incredibly special, and I'm so glad that I stumbled up on it today.

This place is awesome! Super friendly owners and delicious food. They have Shakshuka on the weekends and that’s amazing...

The best new addition to the Russian River! Skillful and delicious hot beverages, and a great selection of fresh smoothies. The food is a wonderful mix of flavors and freshness that the owners pour their heart into. And the desserts are baked fresh and leave you wanting more. All of that in a cozy setting under the redwood trees. I can’t recommend this place more of you are anywhere near the Russian River.

This coffee shop rocks! Was looking for a place to stop on my way to coast and this far exceeded any expectations. Pleasant patio in the garden/forest and superstar menu sure to please any picky brunch goer. Quick, delicious, high quality.

The food is always great! Very high quality ingredients and always fresh. 👌🏼

Amazing place! Delicious food, combinations of flavors I’d never experienced before. The owners are kind and friendly, as were the other guests. With the community garden next door it’s a blissful little spot in the woods.

Lightwave feels like home away from home. From the moment you walk up, your eyes are bouncing to each thoughtfully curated item - the antiques, the wood, the flowers, to the picture-perfect coffee station. But it's the warm welcome from Ori and Gal that makes you feel like you're an old friend coming over for meal. And what a meal! Every dish is as perfect as the setting, and leaves you looking forward to the next morning when you can return.

Amazing coffee with the friendliest service and seeded bagels. Perfection!

UPDATE: Try the cheesecake, you won’t be disappointed.

Lightwave is a gem tucked away in the beautiful Monte Rio neighborhood. The owners are one of the most genuine and kind couples I have ever met and they have obviously put so much care and compassion into their business. They are a pillar of the community and we stop by every time we are in the area if not multiple times!

The food is delicious, fresh, and well sourced. The coffee is fantastic along with their drink options for non-coffee drinkers. Next to the cafe is a community garden and a skate park that is the perfect spot to meet the local skate folks and try out the sport for the first time. Very family friendly and a great spot to get a delicious meal and meet great people.

The high energy vibe here is unreal. Having never been to Monte Rio my wife and I stopped in for some breakfast. I wish I could remember the name of the main guy there because he was SO happy (and therefore nice, energetic, accommodating, etc). He was vibing with us so hard that when as we left he called us by name and said "See next time!" I genuinely felt bad knowing that he'd likely never see us again. The guy is the human embodiment of a Golden Retriever. Not only that, the food was scrumptious and the cherry cheesecake (which I got as an afterthought seeing it on another customer's plate) was INCREDIBLE! If you're in Monte Rio, do not pass this place up!!