this cafe is different from the others... They first great you, and they're pretty friendly. You do have to order on a screen (which sounds annoying but it's pretty seamless). They also offer you additional seating in the back and it's quite the place to relax, play games and/or do work. Now the drinks: I had ordered a strawberry matcha and a hazelnut latte (they probably have different names for this but it's what i remember) and their banana nut matcha. They were decent a high 8. Overall a solid 9. read more

Very good drink selection and ava helped me out with what drink I should get. Very good costumer service and drinks came out fast!

The cafe was really nice! Alex was especially super warming and made me a delicious drink! can't wait to come back!

I absolutely love this coffee shop. Such an amazing ambiance and concept. I love the barista Leena. She had a beautiful spirit and remade my Matcha when the original crafters didn't make it as sweet as I would like. It was very attentive and thoughtful of her. Heads up, they don't accept cash, so come prepared. I'm from the valley but when I am on this side of town, this is my go-to spot for meetings and study time. XO CHEROKEE THE CHIEF read more

This place is a cute coffee shop. It has a lot of pretty colors and lights. But they lack quality in the drinks. I came here because they were holding a BTS pop up event here. But I guess the originally location had to be moved so they emailed us the new spot here in the morning the day of, which I thought was weird. There is no parking lot and you have to do street parking. Unfortunately, it was raining and humid so it was very hot inside with a lot of bodies in a small space. Walking in was very confusing. I couldn't tell if people were here for the pop up or for ordering. They had three kiosks on the wall. My boyfriend ordered my drinks while I looked at the merchandise. He got a black coffee with three espresso shots and I got a cookie butter matcha. It took a while for me to get my drink. The cookie butter matcha was very sweet. I could only taste the cookie. No matcha flavor at all. I ended up dumping most of my drink later. Finally I noticed a QR code to check in the pop up and I got one photo card while everything is for purchase. They had more tables and chairs in the back area. The back area was very pretty decorated with neon lights and couches and plants. They also had BTS stuff back there too. I played a little mini game and got a couple freebies. The back area is spacious and I can see a lot of people there to hang out or studying. read more

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I love a coffee shop that has late hours! When you arrive you will put in your order at the iPads which allows the staff to make your drinks quicker. They are also willing to answer any questions you may have so do not hesitate to ask them. There is a lot of seating and if you are looking for a spot to do work, this is the perfect spot. They have different kind of seating, long tables and most importantly, a lot of outlets. read more

Tried the Gruyère and ham pretzel croissant today. It tasted pretty much exactly as you'd imagine it -- a perfect balance of pretzel flavor with croissant texture. The ham could've been more plentiful or spread throughout the middle. Most of it was bunched in one section. Tasty, decent pricing, and quick service. After an early arrival at LAX, it was a relief to know there were quality pastries available before 8 am. read more

I found this spot while looking for somewhere to grab a quick breakfast, and I ended up really liking the space. When you first walk in, you're greeted, in the back theres a bunch of coffee machines and a very minimal setup. You order everything on iPads, and you can enter your phone number so they'll text you when your order is ready. Pretty convenient. But the real surprise is the back of the shop. Once you walk around, there's a whole additional seating area with tons of tables. It feels like a little community workspace where you could easily sit down to work, meet a friend, or just hang out. I believe there's a fee for a day pass to work.. They even have a community board where people can advertise events, services, or things they're looking for. I thought that was such a cool touch, especially for people who like networking and connecting with their local community. I ordered a matcha and a bacon breakfast burrito. The matcha was really good. The burrito, however, was TINY. Do not come here expecting the breakfast burrito to hold you down. I would definitely go back to try other items on the menu and better check out the space in the back! read more

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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 :) read more

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I've been here quite a few times, and the baristas are always super friendly. They greet you when you walk in and ask if there's anything they can help you with. The coffee is good, but it's not really a place where you can sit back and relax with your coffee. They have a fun, playground-style patio where you can hang out with friends. The only thing I would improve is the cleanliness. read more

Awakening - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Inglewood, California

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. read more

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Visited this location out of curiosity and I enjoyed it. I ordered the cheese and bacon croissant and the strawberry matcha. The croissant was flakey and buttery I just preferred more smoky bacon and cooked less ass the croissant came off as if it was burnt. The strawberry matcha was delicious, it was a nice sweet and earthy balance that enjoy about matchas my only complaint is that they make you order on a kiosk and the kiosk doesn't let you add more strawberry or make modifications. (That I noticed).... The space is immaculate and large for a coffee shop, they have a large seating area, and even a VIP section that I'm interested in. I want to go back and try more menu items. read more

This is where I go whenever I have work to do. The place in the back is beautiful filled with couches and tables. Their coffee is good too. Just tried their biscoff one and must say it became a favorite. They close at 11 so thats also convenient read more

Awakening - This coffee is soooo good and strong - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Inglewood, California

Ava and Aniya were great barristas and hosts. Love thos place, need a clone in San Diego! Great spot, great expansive workspace, and great food. +1 read more

Awakening - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Inglewood, California

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. read more

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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. read more

Awakening - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Inglewood, California

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. read more

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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. read more

Awakening - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Inglewood, California

I tried the iced maple oat latte and loved it! It was smooth, creamy, and had just the right amount of maple flavor without being overly sweet. Such a delicious and refreshing coffee. Definitely coming back! read more

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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. read more

Awakening - Plant based breakfast burrito, environment, plants - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Inglewood, California

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. read more

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What a cute space in Inglewood! You order in the front on an iPad and get a text when your drink is ready. It seems like a small cafe, but then you step into the back and it's such a fun hangout spot with great WiFi and outlets everywhere. They have board games, books, card decks, chess. So many options and such a great spot to hang out at. The drinks were very delicious as well and good price points. read more

Awakening - Sparkling yuzu matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Inglewood, California

I always enjoy coming here when I want some coffee and a quick bite. The baristas are amazing. The ambiance is upbeat, definitely gives rave vibes! read more

Awakening - Pumpkin Spice Latte + pretzel w/ original smear - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Inglewood, California

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. read more

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I really enjoy how big it is here and I love their specialty drinks outside of just their lattes. But please turn the music down! People are yelling and having to lean in closer to try to talk over the music. It's so distracting and not needed to be so loud. Also, this place is very susceptible to the outside temperature so during the winter it can get really cold. During the summer, it can get really high. That's just an FYI. read more

Amazing coffee and great ambiance, lots of space for a big group to hang out in the back! I came on a Sunday so parking around the area was free. The coffee shop is on a busy street so you'll have to park around the corner where the street meters are. Ordering happens at the front of the coffee shop and you can walk to the back to sit down on the couches or tables to hang out. New Years just happened so I saw a couple of friends making vision boards. BRING A JACKET, it's very cold as they open the whole back wall to the outside I would recommend coming on a day to do work on my laptop or just hang out with a friend to catch up. read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

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My favorite study cafe in LA! Very spacious and there is a paid co-working lounge up top that I haven't been to. There is a variety of different types of tables, chairs, and couches, so you can move to a different spot to feel more comfortable. I love the ambiance and colored lights. However, the music here is pretty loud, but I'm a big fan of their playlist so the music helps me focus with no need for headphones. The menu is extensive. Lots of drinks and food. The service is great and fast too. Though you order on an iPad, so it's more impersonal. The ambiance is still the star of the show. read more

Awakening - Seating - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Inglewood, California

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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. read more

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Visited this spot for a meetup in the area and was pleasantly surprised! When you first walk up, it's a small location and you order drinks and food via a kiosk, but when you go into the lounge area, it opens up and it's a great space to hang out and do work. The service is efficient too; they text you when your food is ready and you head back to the front to pick it up. read more

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First time here. Fast efficient service! Just make sure you have your card available or Apple Pay ready. The payment was done through an iPad and mobile pay station. Good spot to go if you need to grab a quick matcha on the go! :) read more

I'm not certain if the better baristas are no longer working in the early morning or what, but without fail, every morning, my lattes are bad. They're never smooth, often watery, never strong. I came in this morning and Zee made my iced latte with regular iced coffee. Before I could walk away from the iPad in the back to sit down, my order was ready. I drank it and it's clearly iced coffee. I'm so disappointed that I can't get a decent espresso anymore, especially coming from someone who visits every morning. read more

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. read more

Awakening - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Inglewood, California

The ordering system is a little slow since there were only 2 ipad kiosks and extensive menus to browse through. I wish they had additional menus so you could browse before getting up to the ipad to expedite ordering. But it is a very large space great for lounging around, studying or hanging out with friends. Honey-oat coldbrew 4/5 - good drink but didn't like that the honey syrup wasn't mixed in because of how thick it was it made it a little difficult to mix. lavender matcha cloud 4.5/5 - good lavender flavor and vibrant matcha, was just a tad too sweet. hibiscus cloud matcha 4/5 - the guava flavor complimented it well but also a tad too sweet. read more

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Such a cool aesthetic!! The food & drinks were all amazing and came out super fast! We got the bagel & schmear (pesto, sunflower) 9/10; guava cheese croissant 8/10; spinach & egg flatbread 8/01; matcha cloud latte 7.5/10; and a pumpkin shaken cold brew 8.5/10 100% will be coming back! read more

The place is so beautiful and spacious! You can watch sports games, play board games, or just do work on a laptop. Such a beautiful and versatile place! The staff are really nice and friendly too. I only drink matcha and I tried their matcha with oat milk twice and it was not good. The first time it was super grainy, and the second time I told them about it and asked them to make it less grainy, and it was less grainy, but still not very good. They did offer to remake it once more but it seemed like too much at that point, like the matcha just wasn't going to be good. It was such a bummer because the place is just so beautiful! Hopefully the other drinks are better. read more

Definitely not a quiet place to work. yes, I know that it doesn't claim to be, just my observation. WAY too loud and the music wasn't even good. Sounded like house music or something. Headache worthy. Extremely distracting, even with noise-cancelling earbuds. Blueberry muffin was good, mango Matcha was eh, at best. Way too much mango pieces and syrup. Kept getting stuck in the straw and tasted artificial. Service was nice. I can appreciate an open concept, with all the doors open, however, I don't appreciate flies on my food. My final straw was there was zero AC or even fans for that matter. It's hot as balls in there. Had to leave. It's anice place to hang out with friends in the evening, but that's about it. read more

First time checking out this spot! Love it, such a great co-working space and the cafe is amazing. Shoutout to the barista Z for such great service and answering all my questions ! Definitely will be back! read more

I love the convenience of ordering on a tablet on the awakening and getting a high quality drink within 5 minutes. It's my go-to every time I'm in LA. The matcha is great quality, the banana is fresh, and they always use the perfect amount of sweetner. I've also tried the strawberry matcha and it does not disappoint. If you're a first timer, check out the groovy coworking space in the back to keep the good times going. read more

Awakening - Banana matcha with oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Inglewood, California