Stopped by this coffee shop in the heart of Koreatown for a quick coffee pickup. They have valet parking, but since I was only running in and out, I didn't need to valet. The valet staff were really nice about it. The café has a cool industrial vibe with exposed ceilings, concrete floors, warm lighting, and some unique vintage touches. It definitely has more character than your typical modern coffee shop. They also have a good selection of pastries, cookies, and other baked goods. I ordered an Espresso Tonic and an Iced Americano. The Espresso Tonic was really refreshing and had a nice citrusy kick. I enjoyed the flavor, but the portion was surprisingly small, which was a little disappointing. The staff inside were friendly and nice as well. Overall, I liked the coffee, service, and atmosphere. I'd definitely stop by again when I'm in the area. read more

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Bumped down a star. This place is no longer a good study spot, the music is wayyyyy too loud, especially for early morning focus. read more

My partner found this place and we had to check it out! He grabbed his coffee and I got my jasmine peach tea. The service was fast and we got our drinks a few minutes after ordering. We were mainly enjoying the AC and the vibes of the place, minimalist and woody with edison lights. The drinks were refreshing as we were enjoying ourselves away from the LA heat wave. read more

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YES!!! 20/10 The Einspanner owns my heart! Literal perfection in a cup. I will be dreaming about this until I can go again. I drank it so slow because I didn't want to finish it. Service was great. Super friendly baristas. I'll definitely be back! read more

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

This cafe is at the same little shopping plaza as Lee Ga, but we initially walked to Stagger Coffee under the hot August sun. That cafe was busy with a line, so we headed back to this cafe to sit and drink somewhere more relaxed. Regardless, this was a solid option for coffee and matcha. I got myself an iced matcha latte ($7.50). With an adequate cup size, the matcha flavor seemed strong. It seemed a little thick with the whole milk provided. There was a lot of seating available with a few people studying. It's also nice how this cafe isn't far from the Wilshire/Vermont Metro station for access to the B and D lines. read more

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

Everything we tried here was really good. The salmon bagels were both fresh and beautiful, the lavender latte was not too sweet with just a hint of lavender. The ambience was nice and the server was wonderful. Great coffee shop 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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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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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

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

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

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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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

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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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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This was by far the worst service I have ever experienced. The staff was completely unprofessional, unresponsive, and dismissive throughout the entire visit. I am extremely disappointed and will definitely never visit or recommend this place again. 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

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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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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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

If you need to get work done, don't come here. It's extremely loud and crowded. Parking must be valet and they are extremely rude. Not coming back read more

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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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

Had a weird experience here. My friend and I ordered two matcha einspanners and talked for a bit. I walk her out to her car and then come back with my laptop and politely ask if I can just sit for a second to send a time-sensitive job application. A man behind the bar, Sid, tells me I can't unless I order something else even though the place isn't crowded and I was just moments ago a paying customer. Ended up sending in the app from my car in the parking lot lol. read more

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

Dynamite coffee and fabulous avocado toast. Chill atmosphere-plenty of tables. Wish there were comfortable couches or chairs for comfort.

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

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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

I have been here a couple times now I have tried the tiramisu latte as well as the crème brûlée latte. I have to say if you're looking for a more sweet treat the tiramisu coffee is perfect while still having notes of coffee flavor however, if you want a more stronger coffee with just a small hint of sweetness definitely go for their crème brulee latte it is more coffee forward. Also, just letting everybody know that the space is very clean and quite spacious and there's a good amount of seating both for a large group of people and for those doing solo coffee runs or getting work done. The staff is super sweet and helpful with recommendations if you ask them. Hope this helps someone !!! 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

The coffee was so good and absolutely amazing. They have nice coffee selection and quality was so great. I love the coffee so much especially the Green Tea Latte was so good and taste so delicious, it has smooth flavor. The portion size was so fantastic. Amazing latte! They also have fresh baked pastries and cakes were so good very delicious. The prices were so great and very reasonable. read more

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

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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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

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

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

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

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