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    Café de Leche

    3.9 (570 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    CAFÉ DE LECHE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for working

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    Vanilla Latte Ube Matcha Latte
    Amy G.

    Such a cute place with lots of seating!! The baristas are sweet and the coffees are made super quick. Wasn't a huge fan of the matcha but the vanilla latte was good.

    Latte Latte Latte Campesino? I don't actually recall the name.
    Tamara R.

    Small, local coffee shop with good quality coffee, and friendly staff. Calm and slightly upbeat vibe. Nice place to relax, read, work. I don't remember the name of my latte but it has star anise and orange peel. I opted for oat milk. They have almond milk too. It was delicious! The atmosphere is fine, just a bit crowded and messy towards the back with coffee beans and an actual in-house roaster. So, while a bit messy, it's also unique and cool too. Not a 5 bc it's on the small side and bc it feels crowded in the back. If it were more open I think I'd give it 5.

    Fun artwork.
    Nikki B.

    Café de Leche has been a staple in Highland Park since 2008. The name was inspired by Anya's mother (Mama Rosa), and the story behind it is very cute. Their coffee is sourced from partner farms in Nicaragua, Ethiopia, & El Salvador and is roasted on site. HLP is the original location. There are others in Hollywood & Pasadena. This charming café sits on a corner in a historic brick building. Inside you'll find festive artwork on the wall, bench seating, a comfy couch, and a huge roaster in the back. They also sell their signature blends for you to enjoy at home. Fresh pastries are available for you to enjoy, and outdoor seating so you can relax with your pup. A delightful smell of spices permeated the air when I walked in. I asked the nice man behind the counter what smelled so good. He told me the barista was preparing a Latte Campesino, which consisted of orange, spices, and brown sugar. I was sold. I asked for a small ($5.50) with almond milk (.75) and browsed while I waited. I took a sip and was pleased that the latte tasted as good as it smelled. The beans were expertly roasted. It was a light roast without any bitterness. The foam was creamy, and the brown sugar added a touch of sweetness. It was perfect the perfect way to start my day. *Metered street parking & residential.

    Thai style cold brew. Delicious.
    Adela L.

    Great service, cool coffee shop with indoor and outdoor seating. They have some pastries available for a quick bite.

    Horchata con Espresso
    Jennifer H.

    Parked next to this cafe this morning with plans to check out Kumquat but noticed this cafe was open already with no wait. Glad we tried it - we got the Thai coffee (cold brew with coconut condensed milk) and the horchata latte. Both drinks were not overly sweet and pretty strong. The horchata latte could've used a bit more ice but otherwise would definitely come back again. Decent sizes for great prices - hard to find in LA these days!

    Casual Coffee Club X.

    Cappuccino - 7.5/10 Herbal Tea - 6.5/10 Ham and Cheese Croissant - 7/10 Service and the staff 10/10!

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    Nicole V.

    Chill vibes, Latinx-inspired drinks, and some of the friendliest baristas around. I stopped by on a quiet Friday morning and lucked out with the cozy couch (there's only one!). The atmosphere was calm, the music good, and the service fast and welcoming. Tried the oat milk latte -- not quite my fave (a little thin and slightly burnt), but I'm picky. The whole milk cappuccino, on the other hand, was smooth and balanced. The menu is simple but highlights community with specials like the Horchata con Espresso and Mexican Mocha. Bonus: They roast their own beans, sell them in-store, and have cute merch. Overall: not my best latte, but I'd come back for the cappuccino, the vibe, and a second shot at their signature drinks.

    Cozy corner , cool decor , other items for sale
    sulmaz r.

    Such a great find on a hot Cali day! I was craving a good matcha latte and we all know how tricky that can be ... came across this beautiful local shop, great music, great vibes , and super friendly service . Our drinks were wonderful I got an alt milk matcha, a classic matcha and a hibiscus lemonade 10/10 Plenty of seating , not sure about parking as we parked on the street.

    Julia H.

    Horchata espresso so good. Makes me feel dumb for never having thought of that before. Staff is really nice every time I go in (Even one time when I just had to pee, angels). There's no WiFi so I couldn't come here everyday to work, but it's a perfect place to meet a friend or grind out some reading or writing.

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    Yvette S.

    Very solid coffee shop! My girlfriend and I both ordered a latte with extra shots and substituted for oat milk. Our drinks were delicious but what made it better was the atmosphere. It feels so cozy and inviting inside. Love the location and how close it is to restaurants if you happen to be hungry during your coffee run!

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    Very nice staff and a great Ube lemonade. Apologies for utterly destroying your restroom!

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    A buddy of mine showed me Loop Espresso Club and I've loved it ever since…read more Their drinks are curated nicely and made with care. Every drink I've had tasted so good in their own way. I love their Miel Cream Top and Vietnamese Iced Coffee. I recently got to try their breakfast burrito and it was good! The ingredients were standard breakfast burrito ingredients but it tasted more elevated and put together. I do wish it was a little bigger for the price but still good regardless! Service is always good. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. Drinks come out in a timely manner and food comes out relatively fast as well. The ambiance is AMAZING. The whole spot feels like you walked into an exclusive bar. I love how dimly lit it is inside; it really adds to the ambiance of this "dark and mysterious" coffee spot. There is a lot of seating inside but it is always packed every time I go , so try to be there early to catch a seat! Overall , I love this spot. Will come back again.

    Loop Espresso Club is a cozy coffee shop located in LA and inspired by the kissatens of Tokyo. The…read moreminimalistic and retro ambiance makes for a great meet up spot. I tried the pour overs on their specialty coffee menu and they were both tasty, you can really taste the fruity notes. I definitely recommend both the Guava Candy and Peach Orchard! I'm also looking forward to giving some of the other items on the menus a try. The service was friendly, there was a line to order but it moved rather quick. Give them a try if you're looking for a chill spot to hang out at in the Eagle Rock area.

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    Everything Croissant (full of cream cheese!) and Espresso Black Sesame - both incredible!!

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    Matcha Coconut Refresher - strong coconut milk flavor more than the matcha but very nice!

    Loop Espresso Club - Everything Croissant & Espresso Black Sesame - both fantastic!! Would order again!

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    4.4(152 reviews)
    1.1 miEagle Rock

    Yummy drink!! Beautiful beautiful space!!l Friendly staff!!…read more I specifically came here to grab a matcha and just read, and woooow did this place exceed my expectations! I sat in the little green room and I felt like a plant! Loved every second of it. I got their seasonal drink: Ruby Silk Matcha and it was quite tasty :)) Good matcha to berry taste, and perfectly sweetened! I'm definitely coming back

    The neighborhood waited for this project for years. I'm a…read morelocal and i've witnessed the construction from the ground up. Trully a Labor of Love! Concept is great. I love plants a bean enthusiast and still trying to appreciate coffee, a frustrated caffeine connoisseur. I patronize this place and wish for their success, long lines outside and more branches to open. I love this place period. My wishes and suggestions please convert or merge the store into an indoor place for customers / (2 indoor tables inside is not enough) considering other competition nearby m, specially in the front. That room will probably accommodate 6/10 tables. Please, please consider this idea, then i would hang out more specially during hot days. Also i collect plants and some of your prices are stiff and a little high for the area, specially Home Depot opening in Eaglerock Plaza. If i heard it right the old Macy's. Good Luck and more Success!

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    Creature's Plants and Coffee - Turmeric Latte. Furry "creature" in the background, crawling up the tree.

    Turmeric Latte. Furry "creature" in the background, crawling up the tree.

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    Welcome to Creature's Plants and Coffee.

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    Fondry - Mustard Sausage, Fomboise Croiffin, Apple Crumble

    Fondry

    4.4(300 reviews)
    0.4 miEagle Rock
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    Fondry honestly amazed me! Every single pastry we tried was perfectly made. My favorite was…read moredefinitely the kouign amann which is kind of like a croissant, but sweeter, richer, and a little more dense. I also loved the mushroom bechamel danish. It was super flavorful and surprisingly filling. For drinks, I got the MVP (matcha vanilla pistachio) and it was delicious too. Overall, such a great bakery that I'd definitely recommend checking out! They have a small parking lot, and if it's full, there should be plenty of street parking nearby (at least when I went right around opening time).

    Been eyeing this spot for quite some time. Parking is easy they have a parking lot but very limited…read morespace, parking on York Blvd didn't seem to have any restrictions either. Not too sure how weekend parking is, I visited on a Wednesday around noon. Neighborhood residential street might be a good option for parking on Avenue 47 but street sweeping (No Parking) is from 8-10am Wednesday on one side and Thursday on the other side. Orange Blossom Almond Croissant -personally was disgusting, orange blossom was extremely strong. Too fragrant that it tasted like a floral bath bomb or soap. Some do like this but it wasn't for me. Tofu Cloud Croissant Toast -cream on top was pretty salted, to help balance the caramelized sugar that helps press the croissant into a toast. Overall, it wasn't wasn't bad but wasn't good and slightly too salted. Passionfruit Croiffin- texture of the croissant/muffin was great! Buttery, flaky and light. Passionfruit cream filling wasn't too sweet. I loved the tart passionfruit seeds. But you might want to scoop some out if you don't enjoy too much sourness. Elderflower Rhubarb Danish - way too crunchy, would prefer it to be crispy instead of a crunch. Filling was good, not too sweet. Black Sesame Parisian Flan -if you love black sesame, this would be right up your alley. Perfect sweet treat to bring to any auntie's home! Blueberry Tea Scone -not too dense. Surprisingly not too sweet even with the demerara sugar coating. It wasn't really crunchy but more sticky and caramelized from sitting.

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    Fondry - Inside

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    Bakers bench

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    Found Coffee - Latte for here

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    4.3(492 reviews)
    1.5 miEagle Rock
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    I fondly remember being one of the first customers when this place opened years ago. It's been a…read morefew years since my last visit, but I'm glad to see it's still alive and thriving. Now that I'm back locally, I was able to swing by again and was pleasantly surprised that it's still so well-maintained. The decor remains charming, artistic, and hip. There are plenty of celeste-colored chairs, several tables, and outlets, which makes it a great place to study or socialize. The A/C is also a huge plus. The menu appears relatively unchanged. The drinks are pretty good and not overly sweet, and there's also a fairly decent selection of pastries. I love supporting small, independent businesses and hope to see this place continue to succeed.

    We met Annie the owner who is so kind!!…read more The oatmeal is really yummy and they even added steamed milk into it for me :) The vanilla latte was good but nothing special I didn't finish it all and wouldn't get it again. The cold brew was actually surprisingly good and in a way sweeter than the latte so I would get only 1 pump of vanilla instead of 2. The yuzu was good!! I would come here again for that it's sooooo 10/10 close to my favorite A-OK in NY I think this is the winner Indoor seating and clean :) not much outdoor seating but the parking lot is nice a great neighborhood

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    Found Coffee - Early morning vine at FOUND COFFEE. #oldphones #decor

    Early morning vine at FOUND COFFEE. #oldphones #decor

    Found Coffee - Brazil hand pour & pistachio croissant

    Brazil hand pour & pistachio croissant

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    Kumquat Coffee - mylk tea (left) and hojicha latte (right)

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    4.3(452 reviews)
    0.1 miHighland Park
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    Ever since I moved to LA 5 years ago, I've loved Kumquat. I live about 25/30 minutes away, and on…read moremy days off I will swing by to grab a coffee or a matcha from this beautiful little place. Kumquat lives off of York Blvd - a street with many families, creatives, and small businesses live. The environment is always wholesome. Their staff are always friendly, and as an experienced barista myself, I can see that their team are also very talented, well trained and very good at quality control. Their espresso is so balanced and sits perfectly center on your palette. Their matcha and hojicha is rich and velvety and seemingly a higher grade product. They work with many roasters, and sell a lot of their beans on their shelves. They also sell a lot of coffee and tea tools. I love everything about coming to Kumquat. Don't skip on their other locations (Loquat and newfound Quat). I'll forever stan this business

    Seems like a local favorite but sadly such a miss for me. Beware of street parking on York Blvd. I…read morefound luck on Avenue 50 with no meters but street sweeping (No Parking) is from 8-10am Tuesday on one side and Wednesday on the other side. Easy walk to Kumquat, basically around the corner. Maldives Cooler (Monthly limited drink for May)- tea wasn't strong and coconut milk didn't shine through either. It was more like watered down citrus tea. Tennessee -pretty smokey but coffee wasn't great. Pretty watered down and not much floral flavor from the Sorghum Syrup either. New English -you don't taste any vanilla bean or maple flavors from the vanilla bean infused maple syrup. Coffee itself was very very light. Cloudy With A Chance of Peanuts -strong peanut butter flavor. This drink is significantly smaller than our other drinks. Not great either.

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    Golden latte

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    I think I'm dreaming :) Kennedy (pooch) latte & cb stock up

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