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    Awakening

    4.6 (712 reviews)
    Closed 5:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    AWAKENING ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Valeriia R.

    If I could give this coffee shop 100 stars, I absolutely would I found this coffee shop completely by accident while I was at Monster Jam, and I instantly fell in love with it. I normally only drink coffee once a day, but I came here three times in one day, and every visit was amazing. Their Banana Matcha is hands down the best I've ever had, and the Espresso Tonic with real fruit purée is just as good. The croissant and bagel were both delicious and generously filled. The space is huge, with plenty of tables and couches, making it perfect for working or just relaxing. The staff is incredibly friendly, and they're open from 5:30 AM to 11 PM, which is almost unheard of for a coffee shop. Now whenever I'm in the area, I can't help but stop by. One of my favorite coffee shops in LA.

    Andrea G.

    I had seen sandwiches on the menu online but in person they said there were non available. I ended up getting the bacon and egg wrap. It was decent. I didn't taste the bacon at all and I think overall I had higher expectations. The ambiance was super cute. On the lower level there's music playing, couches, lots of seating space with tables and charging stations. I went with a few other co workers to get some work done and we were sooooo hot. No type of air on the lower level. If you want air you have to pay $20 to go to the upper floor. I understand not having AC throughout the entire place, but some fans would've been helpful.

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    Mara S.

    This place is a vibe! I got a double banana Matcha, and the Matcha was alright. The banana topping and flavor was delicious, but the Matcha itself didn't taste very high-quality! But this location is awesome and it is such a good place to hang out. There's a whole area in the back of the building that has more seating and an area for you to work remotely or hangout. I went here with a large group of friends, and we had a really good time. The service was great, the workers were all very friendly and very helpful. I will definitely be back here! Next time I will try some of their other non-matcha drinks :)

    Sauce comes with croissant
    Francis V.

    Stopped by and got my usual iced cloud matcha , this time I tried the turkey havarti croissant. The croissant came with a dipping sauce but it didn't need it because it was good by itself. This will be my go to combo for a little while. Metered street parking is right outside but can be a challenge, so bring your patience. You won't need patience for Awakening because they are quick with orders and always helpful.

    Mia B.

    Such a cute spot! It was my first time here, and one of the employees, Alex, was super sweet and gave my boyfriend and I great recommendations. We got a heavenly cloud latte and a Meli's strawberry peach iced tea and both were super yummy. I could've gotten another shot of espresso in the latte, but the flavors were perfectly sweet and tasty. The iced tea was super flavorful and not too sweet, which I enjoyed. The back patio was closed when we visited, but it seems like such a cool spot to hang out and get some work done.

    Inglish R.

    Employees were extremely friendly. Coffee was absolutely amazing. I was really hoping to stop here before heading back home but I just couldn't in time. Hazelnut latte was a must! The shop looks small at first but it's HUGE once you make your way to the back. Great shop for studying, hang outs and whatever else you can think of.

    Neon!
    Monika B.

    I have been here twice now. Once before a Rams game and once in the middle of the day. I have ordered the Lavender Cloud matcha Latte, Cookie Butter Matcha Latte, Heavenly Cloud Latte, and Heavenly Cloud Matcha Latte. I would say everything was delicious. The only reason why I'm giving it a four star instead of five is because of the sweetest level. It was really sweet, but still delicious. It's really cool how they have a space in the back. The service was very quick, we ordered on the iPads instead of via a human. Each drink was under $10 which was also awesome. The only problem was parking.

    An P.

    This is one of my go-to coffee shops to study. I love that the work space in the back is open air. The place is spacious and there's plenty of plugs and seating area. Service is quick since iPad ordering allows workers to focus on preparing drinks and food. I don't have too wait long. I love their breakfast burrito and variety of bagel sandwiches. I also love their herbal teas. My favorite is the lemon honey. Bookmarked it as one of my faves.

    Plant based breakfast burrito, environment, plants
    Monica B.

    Came here for the ambience more than the food! It's a great place to chat, socialize, listen to the good choice of music while you study, work etc. This is a vibrant community of young students to professionals, it's a great diverse mixture. Awakening has fast-friendly service and servers despite the kiosk only ordering system. The vibe is energetic, colorful, and welcoming, with lots of space for groups to hang out or catch up. There are couches, communal tables, board games, and a large back lounge, making it easy to socialize or relax with friends.

    Jamila M.

    Awakening is such a vibe, especially if you need somewhere to work. I came here straight from the airport because I needed a place to cowork before checking into my hotel, and it was exactly what I needed. The front operates like a coffee shop, but in the back there is a huge coworking space. There is so much room to spread out and work. Tons of tables, plenty of outlets placed throughout the space, and everything feels open and bright. It genuinely feels like a community hub where you can either work independently or gather with friends. They also have games available like chess, Bananagrams, Monopoly, and Yahtzee. So if you are not working, or if you brought kids and need something to keep them occupied, there are options. One of the standout features is their $20 day pass. With that, you can book a private desk or room. You get a dedicated desk, a 27-inch TV display, access to booths, and private bathrooms. If you need something quieter or more focused, that is a great option. Now, fair warning: it is not silent. The music in the coffee shop area is pretty loud, and even in the larger coworking space in the back, the music carries. You can still hold a conversation, and I did take a meeting there, but for a coworking environment it is on the louder side. If you need complete quiet, I would recommend the day pass option. As for drinks, I had the double banana matcha and it was so good. Absolutely loved it. I also have my eye on the Heavenly Cloud for next time. Overall, I would definitely come back the next time I am in LA or near Inglewood. If you are looking for a vibey coworking space with good drinks and a community feel, Awakening is worth trying.

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    Briseida N.

    First time coming here and I loved it! You order on a iPad! I went with the Hazelnut Shaken Espresso and it was so good, very creamy which I loved! The service was fast and the ambience is so nice! The space is beautiful I didn't stay this time and I'm looking forward to going back to enjoy the space and more drinks and try their food!

    Lety G.

    This place is amazing for some coffee and a quick breakfast! The music was like a club so definitely wakes you up! You order on a tablet and then you can hand out in the cyber studio which is SO nice. I got the hibiscus lavender latte and it was delicious, it was on the sweeter side but that's perfect for me because I like some coffee with my sugar. I also tried the pistachio cream croissant and the empanada and both items were incredibly delicious.

    Penelope

    This cafe is nothing like one I have visited in the past. When walking in, we were greeted by the baristas at the front and they directed us to order at the self kiosk. Ordered 2 drinks which came out in less than 10 minutes. After ordering, we were led to the back of the cafe which was where there was tons of seating, couches, and comfortable place to lounge. Music was playing and it was very layback. While the cafe was very aesthetic, the drinks could have had more flavor and less bitter. Overall, great place to sit and hang with friends or to work or study.

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    Ask the Community - Awakening

    Do you have any areas that are quiet to take a zoom meeting?

    Yes, we do! Our coworking space at xTribe on the 2nd floor has four phone booths. Day passes are $20 and can be purchased on-site.

    Hi! Is outside food allowed? Or outside water allowed in the patio area. I tried calling a phone number that was on maps but seems to go straight to voicemail. Please let me know thank you!!

    I would assume no to outside food since they serve food, and they have free water available!

    Does this place have meeting space for up to 6 people?

    Yes, If you join the xtribe you have access to meeting rooms, etc. You may be able to use a meeting room with a day pass.

    Is the matcha ceremonial grade?

    Yes it is. 🙌🏻

    Are there outlets for charging?

    Hi Victoria, there are several outlets at the tables in the Cyber Patio.

    Will you be open on mlk day? So excited you are in the neighborhood!

    Hi, we will be open with our regular hours: 7am-7pm. We are excited to be here!

    Will you be open tomorrow around 9:30? Your site says open on the 20th. I tried emailing but it bounced back?

    Hi there! We are open daily 7am till 7pm. We are sorry to hear that the email bounced, we’ll double check it now.

    Is there a Phone number?

    Hi there! We don’t have a phone number, but we can answer any questions you may have here, or you can contact us at help@awakening.bar We hope this helps!

    I drove by twice and couldn't find the place. Advice on getting there or identifying the exterior?

    Hi! We are sorry to hear that you are having difficulties finding us. We are located halfway through the block on La Brea Ave between Manchester and Nutwood Street. Look for the 3 story building with the yellow neon sign out front. We look forward… 

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    Rusty Pot Café

    Rusty Pot Café

    4.2
    (986 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Howdy folks. In this edition of Nasty Nathanial's "Nasty" reviews I am going to be telling you all…read moreabout a groovy little place called The Rusty Pot Cafe. What is there to say about The Rusty Pot Cafe? Actually, there is a lot to say and I am going to get into that right now. So strap on your safety belts because we're blasting off to good ol' Inglewood. Located in the heart of Downtown Inglewood, this place truly is a gem. I first came here back in 2018 when myself and a fellow activist known as the Angry Gay Pope came to Inglewood to do an infiltration of the Scientology Org located directly across the street. I could go on and on about that place. But this review isn't about Scientology. It's about The Rusty Pot Cafe. But before we could begin our work, we decided to go grab a bite to eat. This was how I first discovered The Rusty Pot Cafe. So fast forward to 2026, I found myself back in Los Angeles. I had traveled there with a friend of mine who had some legal matters to attend to at the LAX Courthouse. We won't get into that either. So instead of sitting around in court all morning, I decided to head on over to The Rusty Pot Cafe. I ended up walking all the way from the LAX Courthouse over to Downtown Inglewood. For those of you reading this who live in LA may be asking yourself, why didn't he just take the Metro? That's a good question. By the time I arrived at The Rusty Pot Cafe I had worked up quite an appetite. One of the first things I noticed upon arrival is that they still had the same style sign hanging over the entrance. It's like one of those banner type of signs with the businesses name and phone number on it. You know the kind you'd see hanging on the side of a flatbed truck during a parade. I love it. I like how they haven't changed the sign's style. To me a sign like this ads character to the place. Plus it brought back memories from my original visit here. Upon walking into The Rusty Pot Cafe I was immediately flooded with a boatload of memories. This place was exactly how I remembered it. White walls with black tables and pieces of art hanging on the walls. It's not over the type flashy. But not a Plain Jane kind of a place either. More of a humble kind of a feel. Just enough character to make you feel right at home. Or at least to me it did. Anyways, I walked over to one of the tall tables and sat down. It wasn't long before I was greeted by a friendly, and handsome, Latino waiter. He was friendly and had the smile of a Hollywood actor. But not a phony kind of way that you see at a lot of restaurants where the servers are constantly trying to upsell you. It was that of a waiter who really cares about the customers he is serving. He didn't hesitate to bring me some freshly brewed coffee. This really hit the spot as would the burger that would soon follow. Now I'm not going to be shy when I say that The Rusty Pot Cafe has the best burger in all of Los Angeles. I know that may seem like a bold statement. But it's true. I've eaten at a lot of burger joints in and around LA and I've stuffed some tasty burgers into my belly. But none of them have tasted near as good as The Rusty Pot Cafe's burger. It puts In-N-Out's burgers to shame. The angus beef is soooooooo delicious and they cook it just the way meat should be cooked for a burger. Not well done and not rare either. But just enough so that those wonderful flavors come out of the patty and into your mouth. My oh my did this hit the spot. So did the flavor able fries that were served with the burger. Seriously The Rusty Pot Cafe's house burger is AMAZING! I highly recommend it. This burger is better than sex. The service at The Rusty Cafe is also top notch. The waiters were very attentive and are always checking on the customers to see if any of us needed more coffee or water or another margarita. Hold it. They don't serve margaritas here. You got to go to Los Amigos for that. But I think you get the idea. I really dig this. One thing I hate is when you go somewhere to eat and the servers let your drink go empty. Then you got to flag someone down in order to get some more coffee or whatever you're drinking. That is such rubbish. But that is not a problem at The Rusty Pot Cafe. Their servers will make sure your cup gets refilled before it goes empty. These folks are right on top of it. So if you have gotten to this point, I am sure you will see that I really love The Rusty Pot Cafe. I live about 3 hours north of Los Angeles and I would make a trip down there just so I can go eat at The Rusty Pot Cafe. And that's real talk. So if you happen to be in the LA area and want to fill your belly with some delicious food, I highly recommend that you make the trek over to Downtown Inglewood and check out The Rusty Pot Cafe. I know I will. Plus I'd like to see that handsome waiter again. Wink, wink. Thank you for reading and may the burgers continue to be better than.... Ok, ok. I think you get the idea. Happy trails. NASTY NATHANIAL

    It was my first time at this restaurant and it was so delicious! I went with my friends for a catch…read moreup. Our server, Miguel, was amazing and he made the experience great. He was always checking on us. I got the catfish po'boy and shared a waffle with my friend. Everything was very tasty. I even got a sweet tea. The portions were great and I'm still so full. The restaurant was clean and it was a great place for me and my friends to catch up. It's street parking with pay to park. I made a wrong turn and stumbled upon a two hours for free parking and walked over. Thank you again to Miguel and if I'm in the area again, I would go back!

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    Cadoro Bakery

    Cadoro Bakery

    4.6
    (148 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$
    30 years in business
    Locally owned & operated

    If you know, you know. Hidden away in Inglewood, Cadoro Bakery has become one of those places I…read morekeep coming back to because they simply don't miss. The folded egg sandwich is phenomenal, but the real game-changer is adding their house-made turkey sausage. I tried it once, and now it's hard to order anything else. It's packed with flavor, perfectly seasoned, and easily one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had. The pastries are just as impressive. I had a seasonal peach Danish that was incredible, and the peach monkey bread with vanilla glaze was absolutely out of this world. Thankfully I had a couple of people to share it with, because otherwise I probably would've eaten the whole thing myself. The coffee is consistently excellent, the atmosphere is warm and tucked away from the hustle, and you can tell they care about every detail. One thing many people may not realize is that their brioche buns are so good they're featured at other popular neighborhood restaurants. Great food. Great coffee. Great people. Every visit reminds me why this place has earned a permanent spot on my list. If you're anywhere near Inglewood, do yourself a favor and stop by. You'll probably be planning your next visit before you leave.

    I just picked up a breakfast burrito with ham And…read moreboyyyyyyyyy let me tell you. ITS BOMB!!!!!!!Definitely big enough to save the other half for lunch . I don't live in the area so I'm glad I was able to find this place after my delivery. Keep serving them delicious burritos

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    Toast & Thai

    Toast & Thai

    4.5
    (103 reviews)
    4.7 mi
    $$
    Free parking
    Free WiFi

    Wow such a great find!! Can't believe how close this is to the beach and next to LAX and my hotel…read more Cute and quaint all day Thai cafe really love what they did here. Super laid back great spot to grab breakfast with friends and family or even impress that one foodie friend you haven't seen in a while! Now to the food! I ordered the Best Avocado toast, house made chimichurri, honey, nori goma, radish, and power green, sourdough! Fantastic so good prob the best avocado I've ever had ngl I've had some good ones but yeah wasn't overly sweet either had a great balance truly enjoyed this one! I also ordered a Breakfast croissant, well because I'm a foodie, which was absolutely delicious! Super flakey croissant with egg, cheese, lettuce, tomato, bacon, spicy mayo. Egg and bacon cooked just right all the flavors came together like a perfect bite every time. Even the tomato was red and brought a nice touch to the whole sandwich. The waitress was super busy as she was the only one running the front. She crushes it I've seen bigger restaurants struggle with more staff and less people. Thank you so much for letting change tables mid dinning to sit outside is the sun!!! I was truly impressed because this was the type of restaurant I was looking for this morning near my hotel and had healthy breakfast options and was local! Absolutely coming back to this gem anytime I'm in the area.. Thank you so Toast & Thai love your little cafe! Can't wait to try the other menu items, like the Biscotti's lovers waffles!!!

    After seeing the great reviews, I decided to give Toast & Thai a try. Unfortunately, my experience…read morewas just okay. I didn't leave disappointed, but I also didn't leave feeling like I'd want to come back. The restaurant itself is clean, modern, and has a nice atmosphere. It feels like one of those places where you'd meet up with friends, relax, and chat for a while. Visually, it makes a great first impression. The food, however, was average. I ordered the Best Avocado Toast, and while it wasn't bad, it's hard to justify the price. At the end of the day, it's avocado on toast, and I've honestly had more flavorful versions elsewhere for less money. The smoked salmon toast was also underwhelming. The salmon surprisingly lacked much of that smoky flavor, and the bread felt thicker than the toppings themselves, making the balance a little off. The shrimp Tom Yum soup was probably my biggest disappointment. At $14, I expected something with bold, authentic flavors. Instead, it tasted fairly basic. It had the citrusy notes you'd expect, but it was sweeter than I prefer, likely because of the amount of cherry tomatoes used. The service is where things became frustrating. We waited around 20 minutes before our order was taken, then roughly another 30 minutes before food started coming out. What made it more frustrating was that everything arrived at completely different times. The matcha latte came first, then the Tom Yum soup, and it was another 20 minutes before the rest of the entrées arrived. We ended up waiting so everyone could eat together instead of one person eating while everyone else watched. Normally I don't mind waiting if a restaurant is busy, but based on many of the Yelp reviews, this doesn't seem like a one-time occurrence. A common theme is that there's only one server running the dining room. Our waitress was friendly and polite, but she was clearly overwhelmed, juggling six or more tables by herself. I don't blame her--I blame the staffing. At one point I even watched someone wait over 30 minutes for two specialty drinks because the server was busy with other tables. That really summed up the experience. If the food had completely blown me away, I could overlook the long wait. Unfortunately, the flavors were simply average, so the overall experience didn't justify the prices or the time spent waiting. Would I come back? Probably not. I'm glad I gave it a try because it's a nice-looking café, but with average food, premium prices, and consistently slow service, there just wasn't enough to make me want to return.

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