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    Cafe Pause LA

    4.9 (28 reviews)
    InexpensiveCafes
    Open 7:30 am - 3:00 pm

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    CAFE PAUSE LA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Croffle (TikTok: @justandyvu)
    Andy V.

    1. They used real strawberries bits for this drink, and I can definitely taste the matcha! 2. The spot has cozy casual vibes as it is in a secluded area! 3. There are no indoor seatings, but there are outdoor seatings! 4. The staff was friendly and timely with my order! 5. I did not easily see a private lot or parking structure, but street parking is available! Note: This spot does not have its own restroom! The staff can give you a key to use the building's shared restroom! Photo: Croffle and Matcha Strawberry

    Mold in my corn cheese sand
    Catherine H.

    WARNING: The cafe itself seemed clean and the staff was really nice, so I wanted to like this place -- but unfortunately my sandwich had a big, very obvious mold spot that I didn't notice until I was already three-quarters through eating it. I know mistakes can happen, but it was pretty shocking and upsetting. Service was friendly and the vibe was good, but that mold experience really killed my appetite.

    Chicken sandwich
    Michelle R.

    Cute little cafe tucked away in the corner, but still worth a visit! Hot chicken sandwich is delicious, and good price (~$8). Was ready quickly too!

    I love their cream lattes & would love to try their sandwiches
    Sami B.

    This place is a gem embedded within an office building on the wilshire blvd. Hidden, yet so close to BCD tofu house and bulgogi hut / MDK noodles I highly recommend grabbing a crème latte here, even if you're not office worker. I really enjoyed the lavender crème latte - pretty strong & good amount of lavender flavor . They also got citrus coffee, matchas, variety of breads & sandwiches available if you're extra hungry.

    Irms R.

    Staff is friendly, food n drinks are good, cafe is clean, outdoor seating, price is somewhat reasonable, will definitely return.

    Mandy A.

    My friend found this place, and we decided to check it out. We got some latte and Americano, they all tasted good. They have some patio seats outside where you can enjoy the view. Would definitely recommend this place

    Edmund R.

    A hidden gem here in KTOWN located by the plaza near bank of hope. they serve a variety of coffee and food. They offer sandwiches, wraps and panini breads. Its definitely feels like a super cool mom and pop coffeeshop from korea. They play nice jazzy sounds thats very vibey. If youre a student or just someone looking for some place to chill this is the spot! Service was very fast! Parking: we parked near the residential area

    Sausage Sandwich   @hybrideater
    Zach H.

    Hidden cafe in Koreatown. The coffee was good. I liked the americano. They have unique breakfast sandwiches here. The one with sausage was flavorful. Outdoor seating is a bit shaded in the morning.

    Earl G.

    Super nice in Koreatown. Really good coffee and breakfast or lunch items. I got iced Americano and egg sandwich. The sandwich was made very fresh that morning And I could taste the 'Quality'. I would definitely be coming back to get their coffee and other sandwiches. It is my new go-to Coffee place in Koreatown.

    the pause coffee lavendar flavor and mango fruit ade were super tasty :P
    D M.

    I got the Pause latte lavendar flavor and the mango fruit ade and both were soooo tasty! the lavendar latte had real lavendar. will definitely be coming back to try their other drinks! :P

    Chicken Salad Wrap - Ranch and Chipotle

    The cafe is located on Wiltshire Blvd right next to Seoul Salon and near by Bulgogi Hut. I tried their Hazelnut Latte with Oatmilk and the variety of Cafe Pause sandwiches today. Both coffee and sandwiches taste so yummy! They have really good menu selections for coffees and other specialty drinks like homemade fruit sparkling ades. The service was excellent and the owner was very friendly. :) Such a cute little cafe with the outdoor seating.

    outdoor area of the cafe
    Mai A.

    their iced vanilla latte is flavorful and good, plus their morning sand is filling and super yummy! the sandwich is only $3.50 i bought two thinking they were going to be much smaller (and totally grinded them in one go haha). absolutely worth it :) the staff is really kind too, the lady who helped me is really sweet. i will for sure be coming again~

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    Morning Sando was super affordable and tasty!! Great potato salad and fast friendly service. Will be coming back for lunch breaks.

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    Love this cute spot. The Barista is very friendly and it's a nice stop to start my day before coming into work.

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    my favorite place to go on in-office work days! The lattes are very tasty and service is quick. highly recommend!

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    Memorylook

    4.1(1.4k reviews)
    0.7 miKoreatown
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    I had a day to spend in LA, and my local friend insisted that I try Memorylook's hojicha…read moreeinspanner. She let me know that Memorylook is known for einspanners and they have their own parking lot. When there's a parking lot on-site, say less.. Parking wasn't too difficult to come by, and there are even a few electric charging spots if you need it. I stopped by around noontime and there were people inside/outside chatting, working, taking pics in the photobooth, etc. The line went by quickly and I had my hojicha einspanner in no time! It was so tasty!! The cream top was light and not too sweet. The hojicha was smooth. I really enjoyed it, and the latte definitely helped me keep cool while driving around LA on such a hot day. If I lived in LA, I could see myself coming here to do work on my laptop or to meet a friend. Such a cute, spacious spot!

    I came around 5 pm on a Wednesday and was able to find a seat inside without issue…read more Parking:5/5 Easy free lot parking out back Ordered : Matcha einspanner 4/5: this was delish, it tasted more of a dessert rather than a matcha bevy. The cream top works nicely with the matcha, the matcha flavor is pretty light Blood Orangeade 1/5: this was honestly not my fav. I didn't end up finishing it, it tasted like syrup+sparkling water. The drinks weren't spectacular, but given the easy parking and tables, I'd prob come back to study

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    Archives Of Us

    4.5(462 reviews)
    3.6 miDowntown
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    Came here on a Monday morning so I could get some work done while my husband studied, and it was…read moresuch a great experience. The café is located within an apartment complex and offers underground parking, which the coffee shop validates the first hour is only $3. Street parking is also available. You follow the café signs to an elevator, and once you arrive, you're welcomed into a moody, beautiful space. DOGS ARE ALLOWED which is awesome. There's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. The outdoor area feels like a balcony terrace combo with a small but lovely view of the LA skyline. We sat here and our doggo enjoyed a nap in the sun. It's a great spot to work, study, or catch up with friends without feeling cramped or rushed. The staff was incredibly kind, welcoming, and friendly. They offer a nice variety of drinks, and we ordered an iced matcha latte and a hot Madagascar vanilla latte. For pastries, we chose a guava madeleine and a cookie butter madeleine. Everything is made fresh, and they actually whisk the matcha for each drink, which really shows in the quality. Our drinks came out quickly and were delicious. I loved my matcha, and my husband really enjoyed his latte. The pastries were also great, especially the cookie butter madeleine. This café is dog-friendly, which is a nice bonus. Overall, it was such a pleasant experience, and we'll definitely be back.

    Parking is difficult and expensive. You have to park separately, walk over, and take an elevator up…read moreto the cafe. They only validate for 30 minutes, which honestly feels short given the setup. The vibes are immaculate though. Excellent music selection and sound quality -- it made the space really easy to focus in (unless you hate music). That alone elevated the experience a lot for me. I went on a Monday around 5 PM and they had no food available, which was disappointing because the kimchi fried rice sounded amazing. I ordered the matcha, and it was genuinely excellent. The foam had a slight saltiness to it that paired really well with the drink, and the matcha itself tasted high quality. I wouldn't change anything about it. My drink came out to around $9 including tip. Overall, I really liked this place and would probably come here often if I lived nearby. Between the expensive parking, limited outlet-to-seat ratio, and lack of food during my visit, I'd give it a solid 4/5.

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    3Thyme - Sweet Cream Matcha, Sugar Croffle, matcha date pastry, Rose Cream Latte

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    4.5(381 reviews)
    0.1 miKoreatown, Wilshire Center
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    5/5 Parking sucks…read moreas is expected in k-town but the drinks and ambiance make up for it! We got lucky with street parking, but the attached lot has valet for $4. If you get there early enough no one is there so you're free to park. We got the banana cream latte, coconut cream matcha, strawberry cream latte, and orange bianco. All were super creamy without being too sweet. We wish they came in larger sizes. There's plenty of space to sit, we sat outside and enjoyed the nice patio.

    Tons of coffee shops within blocks from each other in Koreatown. Had high hopes for this spot…read moreseeing all the amazing reviews, drinks were just ok to me. However, I do love that it's dog/pet friendly they even have dog treats at the pick up counter. There's an outdoor shaded patio area, perfect for an over casted day. We visited on a Monday around noon and were able to park in lot for free because we were grabbing coffee to-go. Seems like lot might be valet only during other times. Orange Bianco- wasn't bad but not my favorite. It tasted like coffee with orange juice. Injeolmi Latte -tastes just like what you expect it to taste like. If you're a slow drinker like myself, this drink thickens as it sits. In the beginning it was great but personally the thick roasted soybean powder was too much texture.

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    Alchemist Coffee Project

    4.3(1.5k reviews)
    0.7 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
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    Drinks: - Matcha einspanner has a good balance of sweet and…read moreearthy flavors - Tiramisu latte is alright, too sweet Parking: - If you come before lunchtime, you can park in the lot for free! - If you come after/during lunchtime, good luck finding street parking or you can pay valet Seating: - Plenty of seating all throughout the store - Many outlets! Of all the alchemist locations, this one is superior because of the abundance of parking and seating

    While the coffee was undeniably delicious, it's the experience--and how it made me feel--that will…read morelinger... I ordered a pour-over to enjoy in-house. When I went to pick it up, I grabbed a saucer to avoid spilling on my way back to my seat. Before I could even walk away, one of the baristas snatched it from my hand and said, "You're not allowed to use that. The saucers go with the latte mugs!" I paused, glanced at the empty café behind me, and replied, "There are plenty available--surely I can use one." He continued, in a dismissive tone, speaking to me in a way that felt unnecessarily disrespectful. I chose to walk away and still enjoy my pour-over. But it's not just about serving good coffee. As Maya Angelou reminds us, people will always remember how you made them feel. And in this space, I felt unwelcome. As a paying customer--one who tipped in advance--that behavior felt undeserved and unwarranted. For that reason, there's no need to return.

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