Coffee is great! Food is trash, all of it. Nothing is fresh and it's just not good for the price.

My friends and I came to study during final season, and it wasn't so crowded. I got the Misugaru latte and it was good. 9.5/10. It wasn't as sweet as the one I had at Mi Cafe. read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - Misugaru Einspanner, Tiramisu Einspanner, Matcha Einspanner - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

While the coffee was undeniably delicious, it's the experience--and how it made me feel--that will linger... I ordered a pour-over to enjoy in-house. When I went to pick it up, I grabbed a saucer to avoid spilling on my way back to my seat. Before I could even walk away, one of the baristas snatched it from my hand and said, "You're not allowed to use that. The saucers go with the latte mugs!" I paused, glanced at the empty café behind me, and replied, "There are plenty available--surely I can use one." He continued, in a dismissive tone, speaking to me in a way that felt unnecessarily disrespectful. I chose to walk away and still enjoy my pour-over. But it's not just about serving good coffee. As Maya Angelou reminds us, people will always remember how you made them feel. And in this space, I felt unwelcome. As a paying customer--one who tipped in advance--that behavior felt undeserved and unwarranted. For that reason, there's no need to return. read more

Stopped by for a quick pick-me-up with a few friends. It was pretty busy, but our drinks were ready in about 10 minutes. Crème brûlée latte: 4/5 Tiramisu latte: 4/5 Matcha latte: 4/5 Overall, solid drinks with balanced flavors; not too sweet, not bland. read more

one my best friends was visiting LA and she decided on this place for brunch, I had actually never heard of it so I said let's go!! firstly, parking is terrible but that's normal for k town. we had already parked in a residential area and walked 10 minutes to get here lol. but the inside of the place was surprisingly spacious! I didn't think it would have a lot of tables and chairs but it does, as well as a restroom in the back. lots of stuff to choose from on the menu, but we just got food, I got the Focaccia Prosciutto Cloud and she got the Avocado Croast. both were super delicious we were so happy!! but I really loved the toppings on my focaccia one. only thing is it took a long time for my order to come out. I would come back here to try more food as well as their drinks!! read more

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Searched for coffee shop while in the area and am so happy we tried it. There is valet in the small shopping center if you don't want to struggle with finding parking. Tends to be busy but there is plenty of dining space inside. Staff are very welcoming and helpful. We tried the Iced Tiramisu Latte, Iced Creme Brulee Latte, Iced Latte, The coffee was soo good, we ended up going back to get another for the drive home. Bacon and Egg Croissant, and the Focaccia Prosciutto Cloud. The bread was very light and flaky and absolutely delicious. read more

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My favorite coffee in the world -- the New Orleans is to die for. The baked goods (especially the almond croissant) are delicious. Kind service & great coffee. read more

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The coffee and Matcha here is outstanding! I absolutely love their Matcha tonic with Yuzu! You can taste the quality and care they put into each item, the attention to detail makes them stand out above the rest! Service was wonderful, so friendly and hard-working. Highly recommended if you are looking for a quality drink in the area! read more

Drinks: - Matcha einspanner has a good balance of sweet and earthy flavors - Tiramisu latte is alright, too sweet Parking: - If you come before lunchtime, you can park in the lot for free! - If you come after/during lunchtime, good luck finding street parking or you can pay valet Seating: - Plenty of seating all throughout the store - Many outlets! Of all the alchemist locations, this one is superior because of the abundance of parking and seating read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - Tiramisu Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We got our usual order -- New Orleans Cold Brew with oat milk. We're regulars, and about half the time we ask for no ice since we moved a bit farther away and don't want it getting watered down on the way home. With the milk substitute and a $2 tip, it came out to about $22 for two drinks. I understand that no ice can mean a slightly smaller amount, but this time it felt like way less than expected... kind of a "wait, what?" moment ‍ read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - New Orleans Cold Brew with Oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I usually go to Alchemist's other location but when at Lee Ga, this is the perfect coffee shop. They have a small parking lot with a valet per the usual situation of strip mall spots in Koreatown. It's a cute shop when inside, actually I would call it unexpected. I thought it would be standard strip mall coffee shop but it actually is very warm & inviting with a darker type of vibe. Staff is always super nice and welcoming when I pop in! Most importantly, the cold brew here is solid! I can always count on quality in my beans at Alchemist and I will absolutely be back again & again^^~ read more

Loved this location because it had lots of seating options inside. They even had some vegan pastries which is always a bonus for me. Unfortunately I did feel the avocado toast was a little too salty but I enjoyed my latte and vegan chocolate chip cookie. Staff was friendly from what I can recall so no notables issues there. I'd definitely go again some time. Great place to go settle in and do some work for a couple of hours. read more

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Cute coffee spot inside busy little Ktown plaza. I went on a Tuesday around noon and a lot of people there hanging out with computers so there weren't too many spots left to sit. The staff was great and super friendly and I had the lavender matcha latte which was delicious. If I come back I'll def try and review the food bc a lot of it sounded tasty. read more

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I think this might be my favorite location for Alchemist as far as interior vibe. It's cozy and it'd be a great place to study read a book or work. Coffee was top notch as well. Will definitely go back and try some of their vegan pastry options. Oh and the parking lot attendants were really friendly. read more

I LOVE The Alchemist Coffee project. It has such calming and welcoming vibes. They have a lovely display of pastries that are beautifully presented, and the menu is set up so you can read it as you wait to order. The team here is wonderful; they always welcome you with a smile. Most of their signature drinks are iced, but they do offer a Spanish latte with a lovely taste of cinnamon. It's on the sweeter side, so you can ask them to adjust the sweetness if you prefer. I really appreciate the tables, lighting, and music, which make it a perfect spot if you decide to stay and work. Parking can be challenging, but there is valet and plenty of street parking available. I hope you enjoy your visit there! read more

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Best pastry & large variety!! From bagels, to scones, to specialty cakes! Best coffee! From drip, to pour over, to iced or hot lattes! Wonderful ambiance and plentiful seating. Parking is good before the evening when the neighboring restaurants open up. Service is excellent! Love this place and it's my favorite in the Southland of Cali :)) Come here and definitely try the house made basque cheesecake. A MUST and unforgettable treat. read more

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I love their crème brûlée latte. I tried it and was so impressed by the foam, it was super thick the whole time I was drinking the beverage. I went back today and order the same thing but it's like the foam was just cream it didn't hold its shape and they didn't fill my drink up all the way. I was sad because I was hoping to get the same thing consistently. I'll try again another time, the original one was very great! The second time I got the latte it was just like an iced coffee. read more

Alchemist will always be one of my favorite coffee shops, the coffee is just amazing, their pastries and food are delicious. You're always greeted with a smile and I always look forward to coming to alchemist. It's one of my favorite spots in ktown to get work done as it has a great atmosphere inside as well. read more

Went out of my way to get to KTown today as I head north on the 5. When I went to Korea recently I was enamored by their cafe culture. They do it so well there! So, I couldn't help myself by coming to KTown for a bit of memory refreshment. KTown is SO LA but with Korea in America vibes. Of course! Haha! But, I get excited coming here to try to get "close" to what I experienced there. The Alchemist definitely vibed a bit for me. I definitely need to keep experiencing these adventures but I will say the iced Spanish Latte and Iced Peach Peony tea I got are both fantastic! I didn't see any "real food for a meal" offerings but they had some really nice gourmet baked goods, macaron's, and a few dessert. I get a little picky so nothing screamed at me but everything was respectably cool! I'll come back but I definitely want to try more places. I miss Korea so little reminders of it (Korea in America) will go a long way! read more

Really great coffee and pastries. Thought it was pricey even for LA but I know the prices are going up like crazy for everything right now. Would come back read more

Walked past here all the time and finally tried it. Can't believe iv been snoozing on this place! Fire ass drinks read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - Forest matcha /New Orleans - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Good coffee, but for the sizes, it's unfortunately a bit expensive. Alas, they still got good coffee though!

My main irk with this place is that you're paying $6-7+ for a small drink...whether or not you get coffee or matcha, they taste great. Just remember the portion not being like this. If you come here to study/work, it may be worth it for the ambiance, but to me it felt more of a grab and go spot. Parking is street parking if you are lucky and if not then valet parking. Friendly service. read more

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Was staying in the area for a couple of days and we were able to walk to this cute little shop. Fun decorations inside very like steampunk in a way but for coffee. Service was goods My friends enjoy their coffees, so I'm not sure what they were drinking, I think they got the same the next day . The first day I had the tiramisu drink, and it was quite delightful, more dessert than it was coffee, but it was still very good . The second day I had a brown sugar latte, and it was good . The ham and cheese croissant was so incredibly flaky. I got a second day in a row. . We tried the honey cake and it's very nostalgic and reminds me of a moon pie, and I can't stop thinking about it. I would love to know where they get their pastries from. . Definitely skip the chain coffee shops, and come here! read more

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Great place to hangout or workout of. I literally spent hours at the location doing work. Free WIFI. It can get packed in there. Baristas are friendly and quick. Over my time there, I've had two Americanos both consistent and good, coffee cake and avocado & bacon croissant sandwich. I love how they service on dishes and mugs if you are eating in. All so delicious! I will be back when I am in the area. And if you get there early enough, free parking! read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - Coffee Cake & Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It was my first time stopping by at Alchemist Coffee Project even though it's so close to my house. The lavender matcha latte was great, very fragrant with lavender. The truffle toast was delicious and super crispy, especially when it's hot. The atmosphere in the shop is really nice too, chill and relaxing. read more

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Really enjoyed the smoothness of the crème brûlée latte. It was not too sweet and the crème brûlée cream on top was delicious! You could see the amount of skill and technique the barista used to make my drink. If I lived in LA I'd probably go here often to get some work done or hang out with friends. There are a lot of table spaces and seats. read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - Crème brûlée Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I was able to meet up with a colleague while in the area and I enjoyed the Latte. The service was quick and everyone was so friendly. I definitely will return if I am back in the area. read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very nice location (with free public parking!). Great place for coffee lovers and those looking to appreciate coffee culture. They have a great selection of ceremonial matcha, as well. This was like the best matcha ever lol read more

Love the coffee, pastries and the vibe. Parking can be challenging...but it's Koreatown. What can one expect?!

Everything was perfect, we had no complaints. The Crème Brûlée Iced Latte (only comes as iced) but this drink has to be one of the most well prepared drink as the sweetness of the Crème Brûlée does not over power the coffee, and neither does the coffee over power the crème brûlée,served with a great cold foam and a caramelized sugar on top. The Mexican Latte comes with two shots, a dash of condensed milk, your choice of milk and cinnamon. Perfect for a rainy day or cold morning. The everything bagel tastes lovely as it is warmed up perfectly toasted on the outside and soft of the inside with a creamy cream cheese. To top it off the New York cheesecake is also great as it melts in your mouth and served with crumbled almonds. Friendly Staff, work is efficient as they have a sense of urgency while also crafting perfection. Ambiance is very calm indoors, lots of room to sit down but self seating varies during peak hours. read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - Crème Brûlée Iced Coffee, Everything bagel with cream cheese, New York cheesecake with crushed almonds, Mexican Mocha Latte (hot) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

There's ample parking in the lot, lots of seating with outlets, and good wifi. From an amenities perspective, this is a great place to do work. I personally don't drink coffee so I ordered the matcha einspanner and was pretty disappointed. The matcha wasn't very strong and tasted mostly like milk. The cream top wasn't too sweet which I liked though. 4 stars mainly because the space was nice but I wouldn't go here for the drinks themselves. read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - matcha einspanner - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

While waiting for hubby to get his errand done, I wandered here looking for a cool place and get a cool drink. The name is interesting. Service is friendly, inside is modern with plenty of seats. Music is nice. If the seats have cushion I could have stayed here for a while read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - The specialties - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Super hidden inside a very busy strip mall and although I've missed this spot a few times...Couldn't pass this opportunity today!! Apparently the cities best Snickerdoodle cookie in town and good coffee? Friend was not wrong!!! Delicious cookie and coffee was great!!! Sorry but ate cookie so fast and forgot to clip a photo!!! lol!! Decor was a little off for me and didn't get it but definitely recommended!! read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Good WiFi and spot for studying. The matcha einspanner was really good. It tastes similar to community goods. Parking is a bit difficult to find but they do offer valet for the lot. read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - Matcha einspanner - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We ate at LeeGa right next door so of course we'd stop by for a coffee! We had the vanilla latte and the tiramisu latte and we were both really happy with our drinks! Service is great and fast and ambiance is very interesting here! I do love the designs of these coffee sleeves and their branding! This is definitely a cool place to hit!! Parking can be tricky though, street parking is not easy! read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - Vanilla Latte & tiramisu latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Dropped on a weekday morning. Ordered the Creme Brulee Latte (Served Over Ice) and Spinach and Cheese Danish. The latte was excellent and the warmed up danish was great. Service was polite and quick. Good ambiance with lots of table space. They have a shared parking lot, free wifi, and complementary ice water. Will definitely come back to try the rest of their offerings. read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - Creme Brulee Latte and Spinach and Feta Danish - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Street parking can be a bit tough, there is customer validated parking in the rear. Walking in; lots of remote workers posted up in the dining area. Kind of to be expected these days. Menu is simple to read and pastries on display. Went with the Crème Brûlée coffee which only comes iced and a canele pastry which is great warmed up. The staff was friendly, service was great, coffee had plenty of sweet for the whole beverage after mixing it. The coffee itself has great flavor and a decent amount of caffeine to boost you up read more

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The barista is wearing stussy, the speakers are blasting daniel caesar, a true ktown classic. The place is open until 8 and we easily found seating at 5pm. I got their tiramisu latte which was really good, definitely on the sweeter side though. Parking is street (good luck) or valet for $3 Wifi password is espresso read more

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I've been to this location a few times. I always tell myself I'm going to try something different next time, and by the time I go again, I forgot what I ordered.... and I end up ordering my usual iced latte. It's not until after I sit down that I see everyone order a matcha and I remember THAT'S what I was supposed to order. But this place is spacious and there's different people working on laptops, reading, or just catching up. Despite the number of people there, the noise level is pretty low, which helps it feel less busy. They have plenty of seating, but people tend to prefer the tables versus the big community bar seating in the middle of the place. Their menu offers drinks, pastries, and some light bites. As mentioned, I went with my usual iced latte. It was good but I wish I had remembered to give their matcha a try. Given the frequency I saw it ordered, that must be the drink to buy. Next time!! There is a parking lot and depending on the time, it can be self parking or valet. I think valet is $3 but I'm not sure if it's more on weekends or nights. We went early enough where it was self park. read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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