This morning's cappuccino was seriously next level Super smooth, perfectly foamy, and just really delicious. Kern is hands down the best barista in the neighborhood. Always nails it. read more

Bru Coffeebar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very spacious coffee shop on Vermont. Came here after a hike at Griffith Park with my husband. I ordered the iced arancio ( two expresso shots over ice plus an orange zest) The orange zest gives it a nice flavor and smell to the drink. I really enjoyed it. My husband got an Americano which was ok. Customer service was not that great, no smiles or how can I help you or welcome ... the ambiance was chill. People working on their computers, some having conversations etc... they also sell pastries and cute items such as handmade cards, olive oil, canned sardines etc .... Loved their selection. Parking is also hard to find ... read more

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Why would anyone go here I don't get it. Literally one of the worse coffee shops in Los Angeles? There are so many better options in LA, if you just drive a mile or walk a few blocks you'll get better quality coffee and much better service. This place had some charm back before they rebranded and renamed it. Now it's just a joke with rude service to boot. Avoid. read more

Not bad for a coffee fix. I picked up a couple coffees here during the LA marathon as I was spectating for my cousin. This location was walking distance from Mile 9. Much needed because day light savings + waking up bright and early to support runners was tiring! Also, just so you know all their syrups are home made!! Definitely worth trying. :) read more

Good little coffee shop, some nice choices, the barista was friendly. Parking is a challenge. But everywhere is. It's not a large place, some seating outside but not much; and some tables inside. Is it the most amazing coffee shop ever? No, it's in some ways very much your standard Silverlake coffee shop. read more

Coffee is pretty good (I get an iced americano). Matcha is usually good but sometimes a little milky. The customer service is usually pretty bland and can come across as rude. There have been a few occasions where the employee doesn't bother to respond or make any eye contact. They seem to be in a constant rush even when it's slow. Pastries have been pretty stale too... possibly frozen and then thawed out. At least they have some vegan options ‍ read more

Bru Coffeebar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I like trying new places and my friend recommend this coffee shop. Ordered regular iced coffee with regular milk, no sweetener. It taste like milk, they put so much milk, I couldn't taste the coffee. Matcha latte with oat milk. Matcha was okay. They have parking lot in the back which is good because the area is so busy. read more

Confused why this isn't 4-5 stars already ... The best in the neighborhood for grabbing a latte and your laptop and chilling for a bit... Good seating and vibes. Great staff, great coffee / espresso drinks. Also cool that sketch 1 episode 1 of I Think You Should Leave was filmed here. read more

Parking for Bru was a tad difficult, but if you don't mind walking, there's plenty of street parking a few blocks away. The walk over wasn't too bad, though the sidewalks weren't the most accessible if you have wheelchair. Finding Bru was also a tad difficult, since their sign is blocked by their arbor; I didn't even know I entered til I did! Working and studying at Arbor is quite pleasant, with seating options downstairs and upstairs on the loft. There's also a nice large table downstairs for larger groups. I had my usual latte (iced), and it was okay. The beans weren't , but it also wasn't poor. I also appreciated the staff's service for providing a cup of ice since I accidentally ordered a latte, not knowing they naturally came hot. In addition to seating options and a variety of coffee options, they also have a corner stocked full of merchandise from small businesses and the local community. I especially enjoyed spending time at these displays! read more

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Literally the best cortado I've had in my entire life and I've had more than a few. Shoutout lamb chops barista Friendly service and super cute shop! I'll be back and that's a promise read more

Bru seems like it serves the local community very well. Decent coffee, staff is very kind, good ambiance, ample seating. Parking can be a bit tough. Place could definitely use a bit of upkeep. Music is like 30% too loud. Tables are wobbly. Visibly dusty and walls are very scuffed. The tables in the loft overlooking the space are barely standing and are too tall (or the chairs are too short) for comfort. read more

Someone took my drink, and while they remade it quickly, my iced oat latte came out warm. My pastry was also delayed. Overall it felt a bit careless, which was disappointing. That said, it's still a great place to study. read more

Best cold brew in Los Angeles. I've been all over - you won't find anything as good. Rockstar baristas as well! Not to mention it's my favorite place in the area to sit down and chill for a moment. read more

Super cute coffee shop in LA! Love how there is a good amount of seating, and the chill vibes make it the perfect peaceful study spot (especially with loft seating on top!) I asked what drink was most recommended and the barista said they made all their syrups in house, so I tried the vanilla iced latte. As someone who likes strong coffee and coffee that is not too sweet, this was perfect! You could even see the little bits of vanilla bean in the syrup they use. They have some really unique drinks (e.g. a root beer float with coffee) that I'd be interested in trying another time :) read more

Bru Coffeebar - Vanilla latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I wasn't super impressed, sadly. I got a Chai Latte with almond milk. I thought it was super bland and didn't have the typical chai spice I was looking for and craving. Pretty disappointed by that. Would definitely not recommend. They have some pastries - some vegan, some gluten-free, some regular. I got the Morning Glory muffin, a vegan muffin with carrot and raisins. It was pretty good! Much of it stuck to the wrapper. Both items came out to a little over $11 so prices are kinda steep. They have a lot of fun gift items inside: cards, funny mugs and journals, etc which all seem locally sourced. There's seating inside and a very small amount of seating outside. Didn't find the barista very friendly but maybe an off day. read more

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If I happen to be in the area, getting a cup of coffee at Bru is never a bad idea. I often notice several people working on their laptops here, so I could see how this would a great cafe workspace. There's ample indoor seating, and there's a chill vibe that could be conducive to reading or getting writing done. Their iced Arancio had a nice citrus flavor that did not overpower the coffee. Service was friendly and attentive, and I would rate this place as a solid cafe! read more

10/10 for the vibe, but I thought the oat matcha latte was okay and over priced (nearly $8). The lemonade was also extremely sweet. The loft upstairs is super cozy and has an amazing view of the store with a ton of sunlight. There's only one outlet in the shop so be prepared if you're doing work. read more

Bru Coffeebar - Entrance View - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We recently went, allured by the design language and location, and unfortunately were served 2 of the worst coffee beverages we've had in a minute. Plus a very salty cookie. Staff seemed chill as people but didn't really care which like, understandable, but also, the coffees gotta be good if you're gonna be hanging out doing nothing. read more

Plus: Super nice staff, friendly locals, great coffee and muffins, plenty of room to sit, and they don't mind if you lounge for a long time. To Improve: They usually have only one person working during the morning rush hours (7 to 10-ish). Many times, I have walked in and turned around because of the line. And it is not fair to the lone overburdened person trying to take everyone's order, ring them up and make every drink, and still be friendly. read more

Coffee is fine. I just ordered an oat milk latte and it was quite aerated which I wasn't a fan of. The taste isn't very strong either, and the baristas seemed unhappy to see us. read more

I'm usually a regular since it's my neighborhood coffee shop but my recent interaction was upsetting. For this place to be women owned, they need to speak to the male employees on etiquette. There was an older man with a mask working and he was talking to another older man who already ordered about baseball. I was the only person in line, a black woman, and for a whole minute they talked about baseball and didn't acknowledge me. I waited and made eye contact and they completely ignored me to the point I walked out. I go here at least 3 times a week so this was disappointing. read more

Exceptionally good coffee. Decent service. Ambience is average--the tables and chairs give it a sterile environment. They could be more imaginative, but I assume there are economic reasons behind this. Overall, recommended if you're lurking Vermont. read more

First thing I see when I walk in: UPGRADE TO LOVE, then Strauss milk (yessss!!) -- already I'm happy. Ample seating, options inside outside, AND upstairs for the owl's perch. I order a breve latte although tempted by their tea selection: several organic options. While waiting, I read a page out of one of their books on a nearby table: wow-- this place is healing. Some of the book titles: The Mountain Is You, All the Love you Carry, and Anticipate Good Things Coming. Vibes are right, coffee came out perfect. Hello, Heaven. :) and thank you, Bru. read more

This is a nice pleasant Los Feliz spot. It overlooks the White House ( house of Pies) on Vermont. I'm very chill & the folx here are quiet & classy, I ordered a Cortado coffee to go with the chili tamale a few hours ago. Its the boldest strong ground earth beans since a Turkish back in the day, it's the Italian version con crema....this will keep me pepped up today.... read more

Bru Coffeebar - I'm going to up all night , 2 espresso shots & a touch of cream.... - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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YES! I was nearby getting a PCR test at Sameday Health and saw this cute lil coffee shop and decided to take a chance. Let's face it. We all have our go-to's and it's hard to try something new sometimes, but I was in the mood for testing the waters. I noticed that Bru Coffeebar carries Ritual Coffee, which is one of my fav coffee spots in the bay (Napa - Oxbow Market!) and had an inkling that this place may have some type of roots in the bay. This also makes me extremely happy as a fellow Bay-Arean (sp? lol) The gentleman had on a Warriors hat, so non-verbal confirmation has been made! Hahaha. I got up to the register and ordered a pistachio-almond croissant and an iced matcha latte w/ almond milk. Wow, let me share that I'm not big on pastries. But the green color of the pistachios were calling me! The croissant was delicious with light sweetness and notes from the almond "filling" and crushed pistachios on top. The matcha was cool, but will probably opt for an iced latte w/ almond milk next time. I'll be back soon!! xo read more

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The atmosphere is a bit stuffy and the organization of where to order is a strange layout. The prices are a bit high when the coffee isn't that good. The matcha latte is ok. The baristas are nice but I felt rushed to order. I probably won't come again. read more

Came here on a Saturday afternoon for a little pick me up. The menu is pretty standard, with only one iced coffee drink, the iced mocha listed. They can make any hot drink, iced, but when I asked for it, they seemed confused and asked how much milk I wanted. If you get anxious making things complicated for others, just stick to the menu like I should have. The drinks themselves were good. I got an off menu iced macchiato with vanilla flavor and almond milk. The place is cute and mostly chill. The little outdoor patio they have is nice and on the smaller side. It probably fits about 4 people total out there. There's an upstairs area that looks like a quiet place to get work done, so we stayed downstairs. Downstairs, they sell little things as well. Overall, it was obvious it was a local spot for people to get work done, read, or quietly converse. read more

Bru Coffeebar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've only tried their iced vanilla latte, but that's enough for me. They use real vanilla beans, so don't be scared when you see some black stuff in your coffee - it's natural! Workers there are always pleasant, lady today made me smile giving me a big "cheers!" With my drink. Vibe of the place is cool too. Always people in there working or chatting. One dude was making beats at a table in there one time, that was cool. The only place around I've found to have a vanilla latte that is better is Bodega park. But this place is up there for sure! My only qualm, and this goes for 95% of coffee shops in LA, is there is no caramel sauce! Everyone has syrup and that's just not the same. But when a place has a good house made vanilla syrup for their lattes I am pleased. read more

Bru Coffeebar - Iced vanilla latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I got a giftcard to this coffee bar recently, so I was in the area and decided to swing by to give it a try. They have a small section of gifts like plants, art pieces, crafts and random things made by local artists. I really dig that aspect of small businesses supporting each other, especially during times like these. It was hot out today, so I chose a matcha latte over ice with oat milk. I forgot to add sweetener. The staff member who helped me seem a bit new, but the drink came out fine. I dig the aesthetic and vibe of the inside. read more

Bru Coffeebar - a table with a variety of items on it - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Brilliant coffee, fast service, lovely staff. A nice chill space - will definitely be back!

Came here on a Monday morning @ the end of January while I was on business in the area for a cup of coffee. Ordered a latte. Coffee was good, but it was packed inside. It had seeting inside the store on the ground floor, the patio and there was seating at the top of a flight of stairs. There was wifi however no where to charge your electronics. All and all it was a cool little spot. P.S. there was a small little incident where a homeless guy walked in yelling something and put a paper down on a table. I would recommend not leaving your stuff unattended, he could of picked up anything of someone's table and no one would of stopped him. This is the norm in LA these days and getting worse IG: @kaliking806 read more

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Got a matcha lemonade ... more like matcha water with a squeeze of lemon. Cranky bc I didn't get my sugar fix. :l Also vibes did not pass. Somebody else mentions that it feels sterile like the inside of a Mack book pro. They hit the nail on the head. read more

Bru Coffeebar - Matcha lemonade - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great service! Great lattes! Cool merch. I highly recommend coming here if you're in Hollywood :) read more

Bru Coffeebar - Blueberry muffin and dirty chai latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is one of my favorites coffee shops in the area. The layout of the place (two story with plenty of seating up and down); top part is perfect for working or studying. The ambience, crowd and music are really nice. Place can get noisy at times but nothing earphones won't fix. Their latte, which I usually get, is delicious! You can also add for extra, CBD or any other kind of add-ons they have. They also have a case with savory and sweet pastries. I have tried a few and they were really good warmed up. There's a stand table with candles, journals, cards with hilarious sayings and their coffee for sale. There's a shared parking lot on the back (enter behind 7/11 on Franklin & Vermont) or street parking. The restroom is always clean. Just grab the key attached to a hand whisk next to the register. Everyone working here is really nice even at early mornings (they open at 7am) or busy times. read more

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Got the chai latte and it was good. My main focus was to find a great cafe to work/study and this place had a good ambiance for it. Not a lot of plugs to charge your laptop though, so make sure you charge your electronics before coming in. Free parking behind the cafe was a great bonus because that is rare to find. read more

Bru Coffeebar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Nice baristas, cool space, solid coffee, but whether there is 1 customer or 50, absolute dogshit WiFi. I'm not talking early 2000s picture loading by the pixel, I'm talking lottery odds of being able to load a website fully without issues. A few cramped tables outside which occasionally become unoccupiable due to a particularly disruptive homeless person that likes to hang out nearby. read more

This is a cute little coffee shop that me and my boyfriend stopped at while taking a walk. The service was cute the drinks were great and they even have root beer floats that they can make for you! read more

Bru Coffeebar - Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Needed a place to escape from the heat with my beautiful girlfriend so we decided to stop here and grab some coffee. Came late in the afternoon so the atmosphere was pretty quiet and relaxed, but nothing special in terms of California cafes. Cold brew was refreshing and exactly what I was looking for. My girlfriend had a matcha lemonade, which was interesting and tangy. Now I'm no matcha expert but I thought it was pretty good. Looking forward to coming back in the future to try some of their more interesting drinks, like the coffee root beer float. Service was fast and friendly. read more

I enjoyed their drip coffee and liked how they serve it in a mug if you're dining in. Thought it was cute that they had a small section for cute shoppy shop items. The server was courteous and my coffee came out fast. Since they have wifi and a decent amount of tables, it's a good place to hang out at for a couple of hours to read a book or chat with a friend. I came on a Sunday afternoon and, although it was packed, I was still able to find a seat. With that said, if you're looking for a place to work and post up for a few hours, I wouldn't recommend this place because they only have 1 outlet (which apparently in the upstairs area according to other reviewers). One work around is to come with your devices charged so you won't have to worry about that, but this one outlet situation makes me feel like they don't want people to stay too long, which is understandable. Parking was pretty hard to find in the area since there's a good amount of restaurants and shops around it. read more

I come here regularly and have always had a great experience! I love the energy in here -- calm, clean, friendly, open space for studying, reading, or just enjoying your coffee. My drinks always come out great and the staff are very polite and knowledgeable about their craft! And the location can't be beat-- if you want to head to the bookstore, catch a movie or a quick bite to eat before/after your coffee it's all right down the street! read more

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