Cafe Upper I had tried with a friend who told me she would go 30 minutes OUT OF HER WAY just to get a matcha from this place, and boy it was worth it. I loved how rich, creamy, and balanced the matcha einspanner tasted. I would defiinitely come back to try other flavors too! The place is pretty spacious and is decorated with metal tables which offer that underground feel, which I enjoy also! Service was quick and the menu was simple and easy to read! Thanks Cafe Upper! read more

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This place gets packed and is hidden gem. Okay, well not so hidden, but it is good. We trecked over here after watching a Kelsea Ballerini at Crypto Arena and have come back several times after watching WNBA games. Parking is in the back and is ADA accessible. They have chairs and tables for you to hang out and eat/drink what you purchased. There's also just benches if you wanna lounge. I've seen people here working on their laptop and groups of people around one table so the vibe is chill and friendly. It also depends on what time of day you come. Weekends usually get packed. As for the drinks and food. What we've had here has always been good. Best to eat their Croffle and baked goods there. Although Matcha is not for my liking, I'm more for their Taro Drink. B says the Matcha here is one of the better ones she's had. I have to agree even their Matcha Ice Cream is good. We get is the Matcha Croffle + Ice Cream, Matcha Einspanner, Taro Einspanner, and their cakes. Only thing I knocked down a star is because Not all the workers know the answers to your questions of what is in what food item or if you can substitute the milks. So that's something Cafe Upper should train all staff. Especially if people have food allergies. read more

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Cafe upper is one of my favorites to meet a friend at. I get my "dessert" coffees, specifically a pistachio Einspanner Picture is of a new try for me, Black Sesame Einspanner. She thick, I like her. read more

Cafe Upper - Black sesame einspanner - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Tons of seating great for work from cafe day. Free parking in rear. Currently have 20% all drinks between 10:30am-2pm. Pistachio Einspanner -coffee was good and pistachio shined through. Bits of crushed pistachio throughout. A bit sweeter than I would prefer and wished coffee was a bit stronger. Black Sesame Einspanner -not too sweet, black sesame added the right amount of nuttiness to the coffee. If you're a slow drinker like me, drink gets quick thick as it sits. Matcha Einspanner -it was alright, have had better. Probably would stick to ordering their coffee if I came back with someone else. read more

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Great service. Their pistachio einspanner was very good and creamy. Tried their matcha one and was pleasantly surprised to have liked it since I am not that big of a matcha gal. Place is pretty spacious and parking is free. read more

Cafe Upper's interior was really unique! It has an edgy, industrial vibe that you don't see at most cafes. The matcha was definitely the highlight. I ordered a matcha Einspanner less sweet. It came out super creamy and really well balanced. Also, I have never seen a matcha look like that! The cafe is pretty spacious with a decent amount of seating, which I appreciated. A huge plus is that they have a parking lot. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely come back! read more

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I was driving around looking for my coffee fix and I came upon this location.. First of all its suuuuper cute... The deserts/pastries looked sooo yummy i bought one... then the drink i got.. was... super delicious... everything on point... and a bigger plus... employees were so sweet and have great customer service.... definitely going again.. read more

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Dirty Matcha Latte (4/5) So thankful they had this option because I couldn't commit to either side of my personality: earthy or caffeinated. The espresso came in with a noticeable presence, slightly more assertive than expected, but it didn't bulldoze the matcha. Instead, it created a layered profile: grassy, lightly sweet, with a roasted backbone that lingered at the end. Not the most delicate dirty matcha I've had, but still enjoyable to drink.   What elevates the experience is the space itself. The interior feels intentional! Clean lines, open layout, neutral tones. There's room to breathe. You could comfortably camp out with a laptop to study, work, or catch up with friends. It's naturally aesthetic. And here's the unsung hero: parking in the back. In Los Angeles, that alone deserves recognition. Just pull in and proceed to caffeinate.   I didn't dive into the desserts this visit, but the croffles and bingsu were visually persuasive. If they taste half as good as they look, I'll be adjusting my rating accordingly on my next stop.   Overall: strong beverage program, thoughtfully designed environment, and logistical convenience -- a trifecta that's surprisingly hard to find. I'll be back for round two. read more

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I absolutely love the vibes of this cafe. I love that it stays open later than other spots, so it's a perfect way to end a night out. I usually order the mango ice dessert, don't know the exact name, but it's always topped with only sweet mangos. Not the biggest fan of the strawberry milk, but i'd still come back for their other desserts. Also a great place to get work done in. I always see students studying as it isn't too loud. Servers are also nice, nothing too crazy. read more

Cafe Upper - Mango ice dessert, Matcha einspanner, Strawberry milk - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Loved the pistachio einspanner and that almond pastry.Delicious and cute cafe.Believe the hype.Great place to grab coffee and pastry.Staff very helpful and fast. read more

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Cute cafe! We stopped by just to grab a quick cold brew but they had a lot of really yummy looking pastries! Plenty of seating inside so it would be a good place to hang out for a bit. Cold brew was solid, and served quickly. Also appreciated the parking lot! Definitely a solid option to grab a coffee in the Ktown area! read more

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cool cafe in ktown! definitely reminded me of cafes in Seoul, i always look for a black sesame drink and the black sesame einspanner was pretty good! read more

Cafe Upper - black sesame einspanner, dalgona latte, almond danish - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was in town for a quick over nighter and I wanted some matcha. I looked to Yelp and found this cafe. I decided to stop in and enjoy my matcha inside since I had time to burn. Inside the cafe is super cute. Lots of seating and has free parking in their connected lot. The service was quick and the baristas were really sweet. I ordered the blueberry matcha with oat milk and it was so good. I'd definitely recommend if you're looking for a cute shop to support and visit. They also had some small bites and shaved ice treats. Good music and a very clean restroom inside. read more

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Nice place with parking. BUT not ky cup of coffee. I tried the UBE/Taro Einspanner ($8.50) and I was NOT impressed with it. Barely tasted the taro and espresso. What I tasted was Milk flavored coffee. Which is not worth paying $8.50 for milk. I could have gotten a pint of milk at the market. I will say it's a good try but doubt I will be going back. This place is cute for social media drinks, dessert taking but for me who just wants a good Einspanner and with that price I'm going to have to say HARD PASS. Parking on the street or back lot. read more

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My family and I decided to have a day out and this was one of our first stops in Koreatown. Located on the first floor of a multi-story business building, you can only access it through the parking lot (which is not a negative- free parking for guests/clients of the building!). We loved the menu offerings and the baked goods they have ready to go in their fridge looked so good, too! We ordered the black sesame einspanner, the butterscotch latte, a strawberry milk donut, and a slice of basque cheesecake. I loved the sesame einspanner because of how velvety and smooth the black sesame flavor was (still thinking about it to this day), and the basque cheesecake was so light with just a touch of rosemary that I haven't had in a cake before. Along with the chic interior with a decent amount of seating, great music, and awesome service, this is definitely a cafe you wouldn't want to pass up. read more

Great coffee spot! If you come before 2 PM, all drinks are 20% off, which is such a nice deal. I've been here many times, mostly to study -- it's quiet and calm in the mornings, though it does get a bit louder later in the day (headphones help!). It's also a great place to catch up with friends. The service is always nice and helpful. I got the Orange Espresso Tonic, I personally love it, but my friend didn't since they're not into orange and espresso together. Their Butterscotch Latte is one of my favorites, and the Matcha Latte is really grassy (which I enjoy but if you don't like the grassy flavor than this isn't for you). Forgot to take pictures of those, but everything I got looked and tasted great. Plus, there's free parking, which is always a bonus! read more

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im lowk here every week ! love the matcha einspanner and donuts r rly yum (despite them being a littllleeeeee pricy....) read more

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What I Ordered: Taro Einspanner Rose Lemon Tonic * pricey for drinks that did not particularly stand out in taste or quality * more ideal for late-night hangouts than to study at (open late!) * clean and spacious interior * easy access and free parking 6.5/10 read more

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Chill café that's become my go-to for late-night dessert + coffee. Cafe Upper has become one of my usual spots after late dinners with friends, and for good reason. While LA is full of trendy cafés that are often overcrowded or hard to get into, this place has stayed refreshingly low-key. It can get a little busy, but I've always been able to find a seat whenever I've gone. One of the biggest perks? They have a parking lot. That alone is gold in Los Angeles. Another major plus: their late-night hours! They're open until 2AM on Fridays and Saturdays, and midnight on other days, making it the perfect post-dinner chill spot. Places like Spot Dessert Bar or M3 (formerly TPO Café) also stay open late, but they're small, packed, and parking is a nightmare. At Cafe Upper, I've always been able to find a seat, and I never have to stress about where to park. As for the drinks and food, I'd give it a solid 4 out of 5. The menu has grown recently (hello, hojicha!), and while it's not the best café in LA, the drinks are definitely above average and consistently good. My personal favorites: Pistachio Einspänner - creamy, balanced, nutty goodness. Vienna Latte - smooth and rich. A dependable go-to. My husband usually sticks with the Vienna Latte, but he tried the new Hojicha Latte and wasn't a fan--he said it had a strange aftertaste. On the other hand, my brother-in-law loved it, so it really depends on your palate. Overall, Cafe Upper is a cozy, reliable, and unpretentious café that I keep coming back to. Whether you're grabbing dessert, meeting friends, or need a quiet space to wind down late at night, this place delivers without the hype or the hassle. read more

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I came here to study on Saturday. The WiFi worked excellent and the restroom is really clean (you need the password for it though). I arrived before they opened, but the barista let me in early for the seat I just had to wait until they opened to order. The black sesame einspanner was 9.5/10. I like how it isn't sweetened excessively like most places. The barista said most einspanners are at minimal sugar I believe? However I don't like how much heavy cream it has. The drink tastes more thick than smooth and milky. Next time I will ask them to remove the white cloud cream on top and only keep the black sesame cream top. read more

Cafe Upper - Black Sesame Einspanner - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The interior and drink presentation of Cafe Upper is super clean and new. Service was nice, nothing memorable, and drinks came out quickly. I really like that there's plenty of parking but seats inside do get taken up pretty quickly. I like their selection of drinks and believe they have desserts as well! Open pretty late. Dalgona latte was pretty good and well balanced (5/5), I was expecting it to be super sweet but it actually was just right. read more

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I really enjoy the espresso they use here for the einspanner drinks. It has a deep roasted flavor that pairs well with dairy. My go to is the black sesame einspanner. I also tried their cakes but they were too sweet for me. +1 for easy parking in the lot in the back read more

Love love LOVED Cafe Upper! My friends and I had just wrapped up an incredible night at the KCON concert and were in the mood for dessert. Normally, we'd hit up SPOT or one of our other go-to spots in the area, but we noticed Cafe Upper was open and decided to check it out for the first time. Safe to say we're so glad we did. The dessert selection here is impressive, and everything we tried was delicious. We ended up ordering two Basque cheesecakes, the lemon cake, and what is now officially one of my favorite desserts ever the Matcha Croffle. We also ordered a bunch of drinks. Everything tasted great, but let me just take a second to rave about that croffle. It was seriously next-level. Warm and crispy, not overly sweet, with just the right amount of matcha flavor, then topped with ice cream and fresh fruit? It was crispy on the outside and perfectly soft in the inside. It was so good I literally forgot what drink I had, and I really liked my drink! That croffle just blew my mind. The vibe inside Cafe Upper is definitely unique. The decor leans very modern-industrial, think metal, stone, mirrors, a minimal design, kind of edgy. It looks cool, but I will say the seating wasn't the most comfortable for a long sit-down. Not a dealbreaker by any means, just something to keep in mind if you're planning to hang out for a while. As for service, everyone was really sweet. Our desserts came out quickly, and the staff was super polite and helpful when we had questions about the menu. You can tell they care about the quality of what they're serving. Even with the not-so-cozy seating, I'd come back here in a heartbeat, especially for that Matcha Croffle. Honestly, I'm already planning my next visit and might just order two next time. If you're in the area, especially after a show or night out, Cafe Upper is a perfect late-night dessert spot. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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Little place but super clean the barrista was really nice !! Listen to her recommendations she knows where the good spots on the island !!

Really cool place with friendly service and parking. The drinks are just okay though! Not bad, but nothing mind blowing. Still worth trying! read more

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One of my favorite cafes in ktown! The environment and chairs are not ideal, as there is not much sunlight, but it opens till 2am so it's one of my go-to spots to work. A lot of variety of drinks, and the staff are really nice! Also a lot of parking spots, rare in Ktown. read more

Food - 4/5 - The drinks here definitely hit. They have amazing options for the einspanners and I also enjoy the Tonic drinks for when I don't feel like getting caffeine or milky drinks. The black sesame Ein spanner, vienna latte and butterscotch latte are my favorites if I am up for the coffee. As for the tonics, I recommend the rose lemon tonic. I know they serve croffles but I have yet to try one. They look really pretty though! Price - $$ - This is Ktown pricing so it is an over priced cafe spot but I do think it is worth it as the location and the cafe itself is spacious and the drinks are quite big. Service - 5/5 - The servers here are always really nice and quick. Ambiance - 5/5 - The modern chic interior really gives the place a trendy vibe. Location - 5/5 - The location is one of my favorite parts due to the free parking in the private lot. It is spacious and convenient, especially in Ktown. ____________________ **Note: Location rating does not affect yelp review, this is just for informative purposes of other patrons only. read more

we came around 7p on a saturday and it wasn't too busy at the time, but got crowded over the next two hours. it's a great spot for studying, working, or just hanging out. if you do plan on doing work, just be mindful it can get loud when it gets busier. there's plenty of seats, spacious, and has a few outlets around. as long as someone was available, i noticed they would frequently walk around and wipe down tables which is always appreciated. there's a single bathroom that requires a code but is nice and clean, spacious, and even has mouth wash inside. no complaints about the service. drinks came out fairly quick and were presented very nicely as well: pistachio einspanner $8.50 / the cream had a nice pistachio flavor that became very subtle once mixed into the coffee itself. i like the touch of pistachio pieces. i'm not a fan of ladyfingers personally but it is definitely a nice addition for those who do. buttercream latte $8 / delicious, no overpowering flavor in terms of either the buttercream or the coffee. balanced very nicely for both drinks (probably applicable to most) are catered to those who do not like sweeter drinks which was perfect for us. it comes at probably half the sweetness of typical cafe drinks which we enjoyed. they have free water and cups available next to the pickup counter for convenience one of the highlights is the free parking located in the back. there is security that guides you in. they also have the front door of the cafe locked (at least when we went) which may be to deter people from leaving and coming back in without actually staying at the cafe to take advantage of the free parking? (i'm guessing) although these drinks were pricier, which is somewhat typical for the area anyway, the trip is much more reasonable for not having to pay for parking. also loved that they stay open late since many places don't read more

Cafe Upper - pistachio einspanner $8.5 + buttercream latte $8 - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Friend & I came here after dinner for a lil pick me up. I like that Cafe Upper stays open late & there's free parking. Buttercream Latte - Decent but nothing worth returning for. Iced Americano - I like a nice latte but tried my friend's Americano & it was actually pretty good! Walnut Crepe Cake - Dry & bland. Not worth $10. read more

Cafe Upper - Walnut Cake, Buttercream latte, Iced Americano - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Highly recommend this spot! Dropped by around 9pm on a Saturday night and it wasn't busy at all. There was plenty of parking as well. Plenty sitting area inside as well. The vibe is great, come by to hang out or do homework. It's a little of everything for everyone. We had the strawberry craffle and it was amazing. It also comes with a small side of vanilla ice cream. You have to try it for yourself! read more

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Went here today to try some drinks and shaved ice. I'm glad that I stopped by. I love the pistachio Einspanner and matcha Einspanner. Creamy and not too sweet. They also sell the ceremonial grade matcha tin in store for $30 Both Matcha and strawberry shaved ice are tasty, milk based shaved ice covered by strawberries and also extra side milk and strawberry jam on the side. I'll definitely come back for others and recommend this place to all. Parking lot is behind the building. read more

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Holy moly..that is one delicious latte! The cream top isn't overly sweet and thick enough that it doesn't immediately get watered down in the drink. I'm coming back to try the other items and dessert cause they looked mouth watering. The space is huge! And best part, parking in the back. The girls at the register were super friendly and patient which was great as I was exploring the menu. read more

Cafe Upper - Vienna latte - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I came here with two friends on a weekday night and they have parking at back of store. The store had a decent amount of seatings but was almost full when we arrived. We came for desserts but they all looked overpriced so we ended up splitting a cake and a strawberry bingsu. They both tasted pretty average but with the price, I think I would prefer going somewhere else. read more

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Good seating and ample free parking for a cafe in ktown! They are open until later at night as compared to other cafes, with decent selections as someone who prefers einspanner drinks. I haven't had any standout dessert options, so I usually stick to the coffee. read more

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Chai Latte 4/10 - on the spicier side - The sweetener taste artificial - Taste like they just mixed milk and chai with some pumps of sweetener - Not my favorite taste for chai - Asked to change for strawberry matcha Strawberry Matcha 7/10 - more on the matcha side - Strawberry jam was really good - Matcha is premade Vienna Latte 5/10 - couldn't finish the drink - Too strong in coffee taste - Just tasted like regular coffee, nothing special about it :/ Came to this spot after a day in LA and we left kinda disappointed. The chai latte and the Vienna coffee were not that best. There was nothing special about both drinks to make us want to come back. The strawberry matcha was okay, not my favorite flavor but I can see someone people really enjoying it. I will say the customer service is really great. I was super happy they were willing to exchange my chai for the strawberry matcha for just $1 extra charge. They made it really quick without complaints. The coffee shop inside is pretty cute, the aesthetic is modern minimalism. read more

Very trendy Korean cafe that's open late. Idk why they have anything but a 5 star bc the drinks were so yummy and interior very very Korean trendy vibes. Also they have their own parking lot! Slay! read more

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Atmosphere was great -- we stayed there for a long time just catching up. I got the matcha einspänner, and it was creamy, not overly sweet, and the matcha flavor was actually really good. The croffle was also definitely worth trying. read more

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Might be my new favorite spot for Blueberry Matcha!! It had actual blueberry bits in the drink! My friend had the Pistachio Einspanner, it was pretty good! The pistachio flavor actually comes through. I'm not much of coffee girl but i actually like the drink! Will be back to try their pastries and other drinks. Also, tip: the menu at the counter is different from the menu on the wall. Originally I didn't know that they had a blueberry matcha. They have tables and chairs, the vibes were great! read more

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I tried the specialty pistachio latte here and ordered it half sweet, which I'd definitely recommend if you don't like drinks too sweet since the cold foam adds extra sweetness. The pistachio flavor wasn't as rich as I hoped, but the latte still hit the spot overall. There's plenty of seating inside, making it a solid study or hangout spot, and the parking lot is surprisingly spacious for K-Town. Prices are a bit on the higher side, but they offer a 20% off deal before 2pm, so it's worth going during that time. Definitely a gem in K-Town/LA area, I would definitely go back! read more

Cafe Upper - Pistachio latte - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

First time and i was impressed they close late for a coffee and dessert service is ok , place is spacious , open and modern and have a decent parking spot coffee selection was good and dessert The waffles are ok The mango shave was 5 out of 10 not really great but not bad Overall a good place to get some coffee and dessert after a good dinner read more

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