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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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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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

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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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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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

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 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

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

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

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

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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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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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 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

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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Ironically, I went to Be Bright Coffee for the tea instead of the coffee, but really enjoyed the tea nonetheless. I love the interior because the light comes in and the inside is very bright (no pun intended). There is street parking in front of the store and the street parking is free on holidays. It can be crowded on the weekends, but that is LA. The service really nice and the owners very personable. I was really impressed by the way the tea was served and the flavor of the honey orchid tea. I would come back to try some of the other items if I ever I'm in the area again. read more

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

Came here when I learned that the owner of this shop had won barista worlds a few years prior. I watched the espresso making process very intently as I am a bit of a coffee enthusiast myself. I could tell a lot of pride was taken in the creation. Grounds were weighed out, tamped evenly, and the shot itself was weighed out which a lot of cafes do not do. The flavor on the espresso was okay but the body was great and their signature drinks like their brown sugar latte and strawberry matcha were excellent. read more

I've been following Be Bright Coffee on instagram for a while and finally had the pleasure to try one of their lattes. My initial thoughts on this cute coffee shop is that it would be a great place to work with plenty of seating and they have wifi. They also have a cute kids corner if you want to entertain your children while sipping on good coffee. The staff were really friendly and made the drinks super fast. I got their limited time tiramisu latte and it was just as good as I hoped. It was creamy and tasted like tiramisu which was amazing. I wish it was a drink that lasted year round but I'm excited to try some signature drinks next time I visit. read more

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Be Bright Coffee is a corner coffee shop in Melrose avenue in LA. It's spacious and has plenty of natural light, tables and a small child's room. They sell merch and coffee bags. Menu items have modest selection of teas and coffees that can be made cold. I came to grab a drip coffee. It was okay. Service was on point. Atmosphere was chill. Prices were fair. Plenty of street parking. Overall, it's a nice coffee shop. read more

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10/10 stars! Server in the pic was so nice and greeted everyone that came in. Such wholesome, positive vibes. Prices are very reasonable! Got my iced latte with cold foam and it was perfect. Will definitely be coming back read more

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Ordered a cold brew with cream top and got virtually no coffee. Quality has gone way down here lately, no longer my go to spot sadly. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Cream top with a splash of coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Super cute ambiance, parking was slightly hard to find given that its melrose but not the worst since we went p early in the morn. Seating was easy, around 10 small tables, cute lil area for children to play in LOL. The space is p narrow but the aesthetic is r nice, I love the posters they have up on the walls. Most importantly, their drinks are delicious WOWOWOW and their service is impeccable, place smells like fresh pastries and the staff are super friendly and easy to get along with. Personally, this was a great yap sesh I had with my friend Paige, and we stayed for a good couple of hours comfortably. Def def recommend for those in the area! Saw other people studying too so I'm sure its doable : D read more

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Another great day at Be Bright Coffee! Our lethal combo of Matcha Latte and Sweet Corn Latte can never be topped. They have the best seasonal drinks, when the AAPI menu comes back I will be banging down the door every morning. read more

Be Bright Coffee - Sister got the matcha, you already know. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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