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    Alchemist Coffee Project

    4.5 (330 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
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    Iced Cream Brûlée Latte & iced matcha latte
    Annie L.

    If you're craving a dose of caffeine in Koreatown before your Kbbq meal, come get your fix at the Alchemist coffee project! We stopped in to order an iced crème Brûlée latte and iced matcha latte and it was cool, creamy, satisfying quench to beat the heat after a climb up Hollywood hills. For matcha lovers like me, they have several types of matcha drinks from einspanner, matcha latte, matcha tea, etc.

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    Chris Y.

    Alchemist is easily one of my favorite coffee spots in LA. The Lavender Matcha Latte is exceptional, very smooth and aromatic, with just the light floral note that elevates the matcha without overpowering it. It's one of those drinks you actually crave after trying once, can't get enough of it! The service has always been solid. Honey Cake is a must try, both the original and the cocoa version are incredible. Soft, rich, and not overly sweet. Highly recommend trying at least one. I definitely prefer this location over the one on Vermont. It feels cleaner, a bit quieter, and overall more relaxed. The area itself is also much calmer compared to the Vermont location, which makes it a big difference if you want to simply sit and enjoy your drink, or get some work done.

    Diane K.

    I visited Alchemist Coffee Project at The Pearl on Sunday, May 4th, 2025. I heard that they sell Dubai chocolate and it was good, so I wanted to give it a try. I ordered a coffee and the Dubai chocolate. The coffee was good but unfortunately, the Dubai chocolate didn't quite meet my expectations. I don't remember the service very clearly, but overall it seemed fine.

    Carol C.

    I love their coffee specially the tiramisu latter is sooo good every time we come they have already run out of pastries but we were lucky this time. I just wish they would take their time to warm up the pastries because they are always cold from the inside.

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    Tiffany H.

    Im so glad that I stayed in koreatown during my LA visit so I can come to this spot I absolutely love black sesame in coffee and I don't find much of it. This place had the absolute best black sesame latte I've ever had. I ordered the misugaru latte, which also had a mix of different grains and a nutty cloud foam top. It reminds me of the Chinese cereal drink I used to have as a kid. So delicious. I also love that the place looks to be inspired by the Alchemist book, which is one of my favorite reads. They sell the books in the cafe as well. The space looks minimalist modern with plenty of ADA and group seating for studying and meeting with friends. I walked but they validate parking in that building.

    Lina C.

    I visited Alchemist once a long time ago, probably around the time they first opened, and I wasn't too impressed back then. But recently, my friend and I stopped by again on one of our regular coffee dates, where we explore different coffee spots and try new items. Let me just say--my experience this time was so much better than what I remembered. In fact, the drink I ordered was so memorable, I felt compelled to write this review. Alchemist is located on a busy street in Koreatown. I managed to find street parking right across the street on a Sunday, though I'm not sure if they have designated parking for the shop itself. Once inside, it's easy to see why this place attracts a lot of students and remote workers. The atmosphere is relaxed, with plenty of people studying, working, or just enjoying a quiet moment with their drinks and pastries. It also looks like they've updated the space since my last visit--adding more furniture to accommodate more guests. There's also a small outdoor seating area, which is great when the inside gets full. Although I wasn't in the mood for coffee, I ordered their Peach Lemonade, which is made with organic peach peony tea and fresh-squeezed lemonade. I don't know what kind of magic is in that combination, but it was absolutely perfect for my palate~ So much so that I'm already craving it again today! It wasn't overly sweet, and they didn't drown it in ice like a lot of places do. I expected some tartness from the lemonade, but it was surprisingly smooth and well-balanced. The peach tea added a delicate, floral note that elevated the whole drink. It was especially refreshing on a warm Sunday afternoon. Now I'm genuinely curious to see what new drinks they'll have next time I visit and can't wait to go back~~

    Focaccia prosciutto
    Jay S.

    It's a puzzling esthetic but as I sat down, enjoyed my coffee, and took into the actual vibe of the coffee shop, I kinda got it. Sitting inside, I felt I was outside a coffee brewery on a cloudy sad day. The 80's music playing definitely made me reminisce of Midwest rainy days with little to no sun. I appreciated it more the more I put my head up and looked around instead of on my phone. I got a vanilla type iced espresso (einsplainer sp?) with focaccia prosciutto small plate. Both were tasty and added to my experience in the shop. The einspainer had a great espresso kick under the vanilla cream and a splash of honey . The focaccia bread had a lot of mozzarella cheese, so if you're into that, it's actually quite epic.

    (Iced)Einspänner  Matcha
    Anh N.

    Great space for hanging out and working. It was packed on a Sunday late afternoon tho. We got the matcha einspanners and it was delicious. Just small and expensive $7.

    Hot Lavender Matcha Latte

    Super calm environment with lots of seating. I had a hot Americano, cappuccino, and hot lavender matcha with oat milk- all 10/10. Steamed milk was smooth and not super foamy which I always enjoy.

    Tiramisu coffee with oatmilk
    Crystal K.

    I love the cafe vibe - can work in here with plenty of outlets and free wifi. Clean bathrooms. My favorite item is the tiramisu latte

    Einspanner (espresso and cream 8oz) so delicious
    Elsa W.

    5 stars for being the closest coffee shop to me and having great coffee and working space! Friendly staff that give treats to my dog. And for spending $7-8 for a latte, what a delight to get horse/unicorn latte art?? I've tried a number of their drinks- honey latte, vanilla latte, creme brûlée latte, tiramisu latte, einspanner, matcha einspanner, pour over black coffee, etc.. I loved the einspanner the best that is espresso, cream, and vanilla. I love how strong it was but creamy. It's an 8oz iced drink, but really really good. It's like a dessert!

    Matcha Latte
    Alys V.

    This cafe was very aesthetic and the perfect spot to get work done or enjoy your choice of coffee or matcha while catching up with a friend! Our orders were efficiently prepared as soon as we ordered. The end result of our matcha and vanilla latte was prepared directly in front of us when combining the coffee with ice and adding matcha powder on the top! The matcha we ordered worked perfectly with the foam added on top and was very delicious and authentic! The parking lot available looked to be valet so we just walked from a nearby parking.

    Matcha Einspanner, Matcha Latte
    Jocelyn Y.

    Came in the evening, wish I got to try the bagels but the kitchen closes at 3. I would not recommend the Matcha Latter with oat milk, but the Matcha Einspanner was not bad! The interior was a clean, nice study spot but they don't have many outlets. One downside was although the music was nice (alternative indie), it was quite loud and the cafe overall was pretty noisy (might not be able to focus on work). Wifi worked well! Service was nice and drinks came out fast. Overall would come again to try the kitchen items :)

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    Who says Filipino food can't be considered fine dining? Chef Josh Espinosa is showcasing how the…read moredishes we're accustomed to can be prepared with an elevated approach. Sampa is located in the Arts District near the intersection of S Hewitt St and E 5th right next to Urth Cafe. There's a parking lot directly across the street from the restaurant but you can also park around the corner by Arts District Park for $5. If it's your first time visiting Sampa, you have to be open minded towards the concept itself. Yes, the dishes here are smaller in portion and costs more than your typical fast casual spot. All the servers here are attentive and offer to help with what to order if you're unsure. For dinner, the Crispy Pasta is their take on crispy pata but served with spinach tagliatelle. The crab fat fried rice is a no brainer and depending on the night you come, I highly recommend the Sinigang xiaolongbao special. You don't have to be Filipino to appreciate what Sampa is doing for the culture, just come by and see for yourself.

    Sampa Restaurant…read more This is a review for my experience having brunch at Sampa Restaurant. Sampa specializes in Filipino dishes. "Sampa" is short for sampaguita which is the national flower of the Philippines. WORDS TO DESCRIBE SAMPA: Elevated dining, speakeasy vibes, quality food and service PARKING: Parking can be difficult since it is close to the Arts District, you may want to park in the Public Parking Lot areas FOOD: Lechon fried rice: This dish was exquisite! I loved all of the colors in the rice, which include the fried pork belly, the golden egg yolks, and the pigments of the atchara (atchara: pickled vegetables such as papaya, scallions, and carrots). When I took my first bite of the fried rice, the blend of all of them together was scrumptious! Yes order this dish! 5/5 STEAKSILOG: I would order just the steak alone! The skirt steak was savory, juicy, and mouthwatering! Yummy! 4.5/5 Kare Kare Tamales: This dish was delicious! Kare Kare is one of my favorite Filipino dishes, so when I saw it paired with tamales I was immediately intrigued. The presentation was beautiful. The flavor was rich and unique. The oxtail was tender and the peanut sauce paired well with the savoriness. 4/5 CHICKEN AND PANDAN WAFFLE: This plate was their take on chicken and waffles. The pandan flavor was there, but I wish the waffle was thick, instead it had a crispy thin cookie like texture. 3.5/5 DRINKS: Bartender has skills! Beauty in the booze! I appreciated the artistry in creating our beverages. I loved the details of the flowers and layers of color. Cheers! All in all I had a great time eating at Sampa! I loved the food and service! Maraming Salamat! Sobrang Sarap!

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    Don't expect deference if you make a reservation! Good thing…read morethis place has delightful food, good waitstaff and inviting atmosphere. The hostess left something to be desired. I have been here a few times for dinner but this was first time for brunch. I made a reservation, was asked to confirmed reservation 3x, noted it was celebrating a birthday and gave no preference on seating. I arrived on time, but one of my group was parking. There were a few people milling around and I was greeted with "checking in?" No hello, no welcome, no mention of celebrating and told to let them know when entire party arrived. (This is becoming more common to be seated along with a $25 per person fee if I canceled less than 24hrs. I know restaurants are struggling but come on!) I watched as 'walk-ins' were given priority tables and when our party was complete, she was squeezing in a 3rd chair to a small cafe table right by the pass through door. No asking our preference. When she returned to seat us, I said "you're not putting us at that small table are you?" Her response - "yes...unless you want to sit inside." How was that not a conversation first? A professional would have said "I apologize, where would you prefer to sit? I see you made a reservation, are celebrating an event and we had some unexpected guests for seating options." Perhaps she was having a bad day, or was still reeling from a prior customer interaction but she was NOT up to the standards I equate with Manuela. Go for the food but don't think by making a reservation you get any special acknowledgement.

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