No fuss, room for kids (love that) and awesome coffee. Plus the art...hilarious. You know the rule...one short review....lets go: Food/Bev: no food had but coffee was great. Got 2 different lattes. Both awesome. Ambiance: kids area, funny art, minimalist, all good for me Service: nice, helpful, I ALWAYS ask for recommendations when I go places and theirs was on point Worth a stop, especially with kids. Would go back... read more

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Honestly one of the best espresso tonics I have ever had. I grabbed the orange blossom version early in the morning, and the way the floral citrus notes blend with the carbonation and the espresso just works so well. It is incredibly refreshing, and you can tell right away that they are using high quality beans because there is zero bitterness. The drink came out with a perfect, clean layer of espresso floating over the tonic water, showing off a really nice gradient. The space itself has lots of seating, and going on the earlier side meant I had no issues grabbing a spot. Street parking was easy enough at that hour, though I can definitely see it becoming a challenge if you show up later in the day. Definitely adding this place to the regular rotation. read more

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Friendly staff, Amazing drinks, Fun atmosphere If this place was closer to where I live I'd definitely come more often. Walking in, it's a friendly and bright atmosphere, as expected from the name, with the full intention of giving you a nice indoor experience. They even have a small kid's area with toys if you want to bring your kids while you enjoy your coffee. Even the bathroom had a goofy painting while you do your business haha. The whole shop is inviting especially the patient staff, as I never felt rushed even while being indecisive with the menu. I ordered a pour over of one of their many rotating bean selections. I didn't take note of the specific one I chose but I believe it was an Ethiopian. It was a nice clear cup with some fruity notes, exactly what I'd expect from an Ethiopian coffee. I ordered dine in so it was served in a nice glass carafe with a pretty ceramic tasting cup. My sister ordered the Sweet Corn Latte from their summer menu and it was delicious. The cream top reminded me of a sweet corn snack I had when I was younger so it gave me a lot of nostalgia. I feel as though a lot of coffee shops are either good at signature flavored lattes or specialty slow bar coffee drinks and rarely both. However, I'd say this place definitely shines with both after experiencing our two drinks. If I'm in the area again I'll definitely come back to try some more. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Pour Over - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I randomly ended up here while walking around the area after spotting a girl eating a sandwich that looked so good. I literally asked her where she got it from, and she said Be Bright Coffee. I actually had plans to try another spot, but after seeing that sandwich, my friend and I changed directions and came here instead. First off, the staff was super friendly and welcoming. We ordered a Vivid coffee and another coffee that I sadly can't remember the name of, but both were really good. The only thing I wish was better was the menu display. After ordering, I noticed someone else had this cute little tray with different mini coffees and I had no idea that was even an option. I definitely would've considered ordering that if it had been shown more clearly on the menu. Food-wise, we got the veggie sandwich and avocado toast. The veggie sandwich was DELICIOUS, super fresh, flavorful, and honestly the highlight for me. The avocado toast, on the other hand, was not my favorite. It was incredibly salty. My friend and I split it, and I'm honestly glad we did because it would've been too much for one person. The ambiance here is really cute and cozy. They have fun little knickknacks and items for sale, which made the place feel unique and inviting. I also loved that they had a small little kids' play area. I thought that was such a smart and funny idea imagine coming here as a parent, grabbing your coffee, and sending your kid off to the play corner... LOL Overall, I really enjoyed my experience here and would definitely come back, especially for that veggie sandwich and the overall vibe. read more

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There's coffee and then there's a place so special that other caffeine addicts go for a pilgrimage. In a city with insane options for specialty coffee, here's looking at you Kumquat/Loquat/Quat, Ondo, Comet over Delphi, Endorffeine, LAB coffee and so many others, Be Bright is a star with a very strong gravitational pull. Sure they have only a gazillion awards, from best coffee shops to competition rankings, but it's their ability to curate and rotate excellent coffee beans from around the world that remains unmatched. The baristas are knowledgeable, friendly and always ready to guide you, if you so choose. Their coffee is priced reasonably, esp. beans, and the space is inviting. The minimalist decor, bathroom art ('butt' of course, insider joke when you partake in the porcelain palace) and quick turnaround is a recommended template for other coffee shops. What I love is their consistency. They follow a recipe that is dialed in to the nuances of the particular coffee beans and it tastes great every single time. My go-to is their pour over coffee. While the kid swears by their hot chocolate. Even their cappuccino (with non dairy milk) is next level. The food (made to order fresh, sandwiches) and pastries are excellent. The staff are kind enough to share their personal stash of hot sauce. Tip: Kid friendly, with a dedicated enclosed space for toys, books and kids to hang out, while parents get their caffeine buzz. Tip: Plenty of free street parking in the neighborhood, especially. on weekends. If you are looking for insanely good coffee in LA, head over to Melrose for a pilgrimage that you will not regret. Tip: Walk later to Oui Melrose for Tony's Khachapuri that is in a masterclass of its own. read more

Great coffee and matcha. I stopped by in the morning to get a drink and work, and it was perfect. I really enjoyed their einspanner. The only weird thing was that I guess they were shooting a show or video, and the owner(?) was taking an interview at the table right behind me. And there were a couple times that the camera would point at me, which felt less than welcome. read more

The staff here are incredibly friendly and clearly know their stuff. They gave me some excellent recommendations. I decided to get adventurous and ordered the Bright Flight, which is basically a sophisticated trio of an espresso, a cortado, and a white peach shrub. It's a literal roller coaster for your taste buds--one second you're having a serious moment with a high-end Gesha espresso, and the next you're sipping on sparkling drinking vinegar like a fancy 19th-century chemist. To keep things interesting, I paired it with the Gochujang Grilled Cheese, which features a sesame gochujang loaf and maple confit onions. It's crunchy, spicy, and savory enough to make me rethink every standard grilled cheese I've ever had. The interior of this shop is minimalist, managing to feel both incredibly sleek and surprisingly cozy at the same time. High ceilings and a bright, open layout give the room plenty of breathing space. One of the coolest features of this cafe is that it actually accommodates families by including a kids' play area in one corner. It's a genius move that allows parents to actually sit back and relax with their coffee while the little ones stay entertained. It is rare to find a spot that treats its brewing like a science but its guests like family. Between the high-end Gesha espresso and that addictive gochujang-infused cheese, I've officially been spoiled for regular coffee shops. read more

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Enjoyed my matcha. Oat milk was creamy and matcha was strong instead of watered down which I appreciate!!! Great color also.

Genuinely delicious coffee! We tried two specialty drinks (so sorry forgot to grab a pic of their specials) the flavors were so perfectly balanced. The earthiness of the coffee (without tasting burnt like many other places), creaminess of the milk and additional sweetness that was not overpowering. The staff team there are friendly and helpful in helping you make a choice. I was bummed i already had lunch as their food items sounded tasty too. The shop was cute and clean with a nice play area for the kids! Every area looked well tended to. Will definitely be stopping by again if I'm ever blessed by the street parking gods read more

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Great place to stop for coffee! I live out of state and used to subscribe to their beans. Their beans are top quality, and they offer a variety of other drinks here. I also like how their space is kid-friendly and the staff is knowledgeable and kind. read more

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Found this cute little cafe by chance and I'm in love. I got the vivid cream latte and it was absolutely delicious. I will say, the amount of brown sugar syrup at the bottom is a little much, no matter how I much I stirred, I couldn't get it to mix. I arrived just a little bit before it got really busy, a huge rush came through. There is limited seating if you plan on getting some work done. It's also on the louder side once it gets busy. If you're looking for a quiet place, I wouldn't really suggest this place unless you have really good noise-cancelling headphones. The wifi works great, I was there for about 2.5 hours and didn't experiencing any lag of any sort. They have a little play pen for children which was absolutely adorable. Parking, it's mainly metered parking on the street. Next time I'm in the area, I will definitely grab another cup of coffee. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Vivid Cream Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I really enjoyed my iced matcha drink at this spot. Matcha was very flavourful, with a perfect balance of slightly bitter and sweet. Each sip was very refreshing. The spot itself has a clean, contemporary design with light-oak wooden finishes and they even have a small kids room behind a clear-glass partition wall. How cool is that!) And finally, the service was very friendly and efficient. Very happy I stopped by and I look forward to coming back! read more

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Visited here after brunch and this place was packed! This shop definitely deserves more reviews based on how busy they are. There was quite a line when I came in, and the 3 employees were definitely grinding out those drinks (a few drinks did look a bit messy but lol). I ordered just the iced latte and americano and it was pretty standard. It was nice, although I would say their coffee is pretty mild, not very strong at all, but does the job. The cafe set up here is pretty cute! I can tell a lot of moms would probably enjoy this coffee shop a lot because they have a dedicated play space for kids. So that's pretty nice to enjoy your coffee and bring the kids here to play. I did like how they had local asian products to support small businesses as well. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Iced Latte & Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I loved the music they played in here, my matcha was good, and the people were nice! I loved the outside seating too.

So glad I stumbled across this lovely coffee shop in my neighborhood! The space is fittingly so bright and the staff so welcoming and warm, and I love that there's a kid friendly section too :) A good spot to get some work done. I got their vivid cream latte which a latte with brown sugar, cold foam, and cocoa powder! I was blown away by indeed how vivid and quality-tasting their coffee was. Parking is street parking or neighborhood. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Vivid cream latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Overall nothing really made me interested enough to come back to Bw Bright. Service was great and the space has a nice vibe. I ordered the Ultralight bean which had a nice foam and the drink wasn't too sweet but it also wasn't very "coffee" flavored and rather mellow/light in flavor, even for it being a "caramel latte" read more

I stopped by Be Bright Coffee for a quick pick-me-up after the gym; I was lucky to get street parking right in front of the store. Barista was nice and allowed me to adjust my einspanner order. My drink had a solid coffee kick, but I wish it was creamier (as I'm more accustomed to creamy einspanners). Overall, it didn't blow me away, but it did the trick! read more

Be Bright Coffee - Einspanner in front of the colorful café - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Service was great, the barista was super friendly and made sure I got to taste the beans I was looking into buying. The pesto tomato danish was very good exactly what I was hoping for. The latte with their "A City on a Hill" beans was great. Such a nice dark roast without the bitterness; almost like Turkish coffee. The shop itself has good seating and the vibes are very casual and calm. However, the bathroom was dirty and hardly usable. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Latte, cappuccino, apple cheesecake danish, tomato pesto danish - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came here after lunch on Saturday and got their fall specials - the Black Sesame Mocha. It was really good, not too sweet, and the black sesame flavor was definitely there. It also had black sesame crunchy bits in it which gave it an interesting texture for a mocha. Plus, the presentation and latte art was spot on, so pretty! Dogs were also allowed which was great as we had our dog with us. Will definitely be back to try their coffee/latte as the chocolate flavor in the mocha covered most of the coffee flavor. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Black Sesame Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Had the Pandan Ube in the matcha version and the latte version -- hands down amazing. The base matcha and latte is already sooo good that the added pandan ube foam is just the sprinkle on top. Staff is nice and very skilled baristas. Inside they have a little play pen for kids, a lot of seating for causal reading/studying, and area to chat with friends. Perfect for everyone. Parking is limited, need to find street parking. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Listed on "Food and Wine," as one of the top LA coffee restaurants for a reason! WOW! The AAPI Special heritage menu was exceptional!!! We tried the mitsugaru latte and the ultralight bean. The coffee had an incredible taste. The flavors shone through and enlightened the coffee. Honestly would love to visit every day! This place has cold foam down and on point! Such a beautiful sunlight cafe. Great service and wonderful staff. read more

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Island latte taste like sitting on a beach underneath palm trees, quiet, peaceful morning, meditating before a fun filled relaxing day on vacation. Perfect amount of sweetness, espresso, and cream. YUM. Ample sitting, friendly staff and normal LA coffee prices. Great spot! read more

Be Bright Coffee - Island latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I saw some unique coffees on the menu & had to try :) Vivid Cream Latte - Tastes just like brown sugar milk tea! Loved it. Great for those with a sweet tooth, but I'd opt for little less sweet next time. Toasted Island Latte - I'm from Hawaii so anything with coconut cream & macnut, I'm in! This latte didn't disappoint but it wasn't as sweet as I would've liked. Could've borrowed some sweetness from the Vivid Cream Latte lol. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Vivid Cream & Toasted Island Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I don't know how to say this and for people to believe it to be true, but I asked for a caramel latte or something similar and it was the best coffee I've had in so long. Great pit stop after walking melrose looking for new sneakers. If I lived here I'd come back regularly. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Awful parking, awesome coffee I'm sure the pure coffees are great here, but I find that the lattes shine among the best in the la area. The seasonal menu is playful, and the taste is balanced and enjoyable to the last drop. They display multiple awards with pride, and I feel the owner and store are deserving of them. The Beaming bright blue storefront has mellower pastels inside. There's also a kids area and a small bar to sit and study. Street parking only on busy Melrose. The neighborhood has some parking too if you can find it. read more

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I dropped by to grab a quick coffee and snack with a friend, and I'm glad to know of another great spot for coffee! I was able to find street parking at around 10am on a Saturday, which was nice. There was a small children's play area, which was a cute touch! Seating was available when we first got there, but it got busier within about half an hour. I requested their vivid cream latte hot with oat milk, and they said it would pretty much be a brown sugar latte, which was fine with me. I wasn't expecting how good it would be, and I can absolutely see myself stopping by again for this. We also ordered a veggie sandwich, but since my friend is vegan, we requested no mayo. When it came out (about 15 min later), it looked like there was spread on the bottom - when asked about it, they said they added butter in place of the mayo. It seemed like an odd substitution to make without asking or letting us know ahead of time, but they offered to remake it. They did warn us at this point that it might be too dry without some type of spread. We had plans to get to, so when we realized it might be another 15 minutes for them to remake it, we turned back to cancel the request, but they said it wouldn't take long because they were making it as we spoke. It did in fact take another 15 minutes to put it together, though. I wouldn't get this again just because it didn't feel like it was worth the wait. Overall though, the coffee was really solid, and that's what they're named for, so I'd definitely come back for more coffee. read more

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This place is such a gem The guys here are always so kind and make you feel welcome right away. Anytime I'm on my way to the office, I make a stop for my favorite Carrot Cake Latte!! It's the perfect amount of caffeine and sweetness. Definitely worth trying if you're in the area. I always leave happy read more

The drinks aren't bad, they're just not for me. I feel that they're for people who want more coffee forward, less creamy drinks, and that's the opposite from what my boyfriend and I like. He ordered the Toasted Island latte and I got the Einspanner. I've had the Einspanner at other coffee shops, and it's usually creamy and smooth, and this was more coffee, almost acidic in taste, and after a few sips, I couldn't drink it and had to toss it. My bf's Toasted Island latte could not taste any of the coconut Macadamia it's supposed to have. Again the coffee taste was almost acidic and overpowered any coconut taste, and was a more coffee forward drink. Just a few sips in, and he tossed his too. I don't know if the drinks aren't supposed to taste this way, but if it is, then I don't think the drinks are BAD, they're just not for us. We were hoping for a sweeter and creamier taste. Parking is street parking only. They have outlets and several small tables. They have a kids play area. Customer service was okay. I didn't feel welcomed when we arrived, but I hoped the drinks would make up for it. read more

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Such a cute coffee spot! I instantly loved both the exterior and interior--the place has so much charm and character. It's the kind of spot that just feels good to be in. The cozy vibe paired with the friendly and welcoming staff made the experience even better. Everyone was super kind and helpful, which made my visit feel extra special. I ordered the Ultralight Bean, a caramel latte with cold foam, and it was absolutely delicious. The flavor was perfectly balanced--not overly sweet, just smooth and satisfying. I was super impressed with the quality and care put into the drink. Can't wait to come back and try more of their coffee and tea options. This place is definitely a new favorite! read more

Be Bright Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Love this little shop! It was around the corner from my vrbo and it was so delicious with great customer service and a cute little setup. I cant wait to visit again read more

Be Bright Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Be Bright Coffee lives up to its name as a cute and sunny coffee shop serving unique coffee and tea. Instead of getting my typical go-to drink (iced matcha latte), I decided to get a special unique to Be Bright. I had their Vivid Cream Latte, and it was a creamy and brown-sugary drink. I absolutely loved it. It does start a little bitter, but as you reach the bottom, you can taste the brown sugar syrup more prominently and I wished I stirred it prior to tasting or had a straw. I highly recommend this drink! I spent $7 with tip and read a book for about an hour. Their are multiple seats and you can see many customers on their laptops getting work done. I didn't see too many outlets so make sure to come charged. They have food here and a small play area for your kiddos. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Vive cream latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

One of my favorite finding in Melrose and have seen myself coming back multiple times despite plenty other options around the area. It's also uncountable how many times I've recommended it to others. The location's strategic being at the heart of the city, though it may mean parking can sometimes be tricky. For those with lil' kids, they do provide a nice play room so you can enjoy a bit of chillin time over great cup of joe. I do love the contemporary atmosphere it features with the artsy paintings and posters around the walls. The baristas are all very helpful in assisting you to pick your order and even accommodate customization requests. On my initial visit, I went for their signature Vivid Cream Latte, which was their version of brown sugar latte with cream top and cocoa powder. The drink that made me fell in love with this place on first try, served just at right sweetness with great brown sugar taste that nicely didn't overpower the bold coffee flavor. The cream top also came as perfect balance to the cup, which sometimes atypical one ended up diluting the coffee. On my other visits when I wasn't really feeling like having cream top coffee, I would go for their hot brown sugar latte introduced by the barista as I wanted brown sugar in my coffee but not the cream. I ended up easily being its loyalist! read more

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I just love Be Bright Coffee...the espresso tastes SO GOOD!! I normally prefer medium-dark roasts but the day I got an iced cappuccino from here they were using a light-medium roasts, and even then the aftertaste of every sip was really good! I wish this coffee shop were closer to me cause it would be one of my go-to's for sure! Please open up a location in the SGV or Pasadena hehe. Service was great, I love the space. There's a little kid friendly corner that is adorable! I love the prints on the walls, they're so fun! read more

Be Bright Coffee - Iced capp! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Parking was street parking only, but that's to be expected near the city. The coffee shop was small but it had a cute little charm to it and we loved it! There were plenty of seats. They also had a little area with toys for kids to play in. The service was great, very friendly. We ordered the toasted island latte, the vivid cream latte, and a cinnamon bun. The cinnamon bun would have been better if it was warmed up but overall had great flavor and yummy icing! The toasted island latte was DELICIOUS. Its creaminess and the texture with the toasted coconut flakes took it to another level! The vivid cream latte was adorable with the little design they put on the top. We loved that you could taste the brown sugar which added a whole different flavor to it! Overall this coffee shop was really good! Definitely would come back if we were in the area! read more

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The cold brew was delicious, strong notes of stone fruit and a slightly citrusy finish, very smooth. My friend enjoyed her oolong tea, I was worried it was looking light but she said it had tons of flavor. Nice shop in general and good service, I shall be back. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Oolong spring seasons tea and SO Cold Brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Ordered the vivid cream latte. Sadly the milk to coffee ratio was off for me. The drink tasted too milky and the coffee taste was not strong enough. The blueberry muffin was okay and the spinach cheese croissant was good. Parking on street meters. Inside is cute. Sadly the coffee was not a hit for me. Service was nice. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Vivid cream latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Love, love, loooove Be Bright Coffee! Their ultralight bean should win an award on its own merit! Absolutely delicious! You can taste the thought and love that goes into everything they do! Had their grilled cheese and bought some of the body oils which were both amazing! The staff is exceptionally kind and informative! Highly recommend this adorable and delicious coffee shop! read more

Be Bright Coffee - Vivid cream latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is a top 5 coffee shop in the entierty of Los Angeles for me. While sometimes the limited time seasonal offers will be a bit too wild or not to taste, they always have the best coffee, and multiple types of beans depending on what you're interested in. The vivid cream latte, which is the brown sugar, is truly divine. read more

I read up about some good things about Be Bright Coffee. Owner and barista is 2024 US barista of the year. This guy has some street cred. Came here on a whim since I was in the neighborhood. I wanted to try some thing different so I tried their specialty drink, sweet corn latte einspanner. The grandmaster himself prepared this signature drink. Honestly, it didn't look well executed like most einspanners / cream top drinks. A bit sloppy. The drink itself was just okay and served half with ice. The sweet corn cream had little sweet corn cream flavor. Like, I mentioned, the drink wasn't executed well with uneven sweet cream layer and not enough for the sweet corn flavor to come out. I was a bit disappointed both and flavor and this premium drink served halfway full of ice. I'd like give this place an other chance some time soon and try something different. Likely an off day. read more

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Love this spot! The people working here are great and always positive. Truly embody the name of the spot. I have never wanted merchandise from a spot before but here wearing their stuff is a total vibe. read more