Delicious cold foam matcha (get the cardamon one) and Ethan is the best!!! Thank you!

If caffeine had a love language, Cafe La Jefa would be writing me poetry in oat milk foam. I came for "just a quick coffee" and somehow left emotionally attached to a seasonal lattes that tasted like pure sunshine (I'm looking at you, fresas con crema, which unfortunately they don't make anymore). Their specialty drinks are dangerously good -- the kind of drinks that make you take one sip and immediately start recommending the place to strangers like you're on commission. And the breakfast burrito? Absolutely elite. It's the kind of burrito that makes you pause mid-bite, stare into the distance, and rethink every sad granola bar you've ever eaten. And the space itself? So aesthetic it makes me want to become the kind of person who journals under a palo verde tree. Every corner looks like it was designed for a "casually candid" Instagram photo where you pretend you didn't spend 14 minutes arranging your drink. read more

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The pretty little latte is TO DIE FOR ‍ The service was fast and friendly. The vibes are immaculate, flowers everywhere mixed with that industrial look makes it so cozy. You must try their Tuna sandwich! read more

My husband and I went here two days in a row because we were really impressed! There is limited street parking in the front, but not difficult to find street parking nearby. Super cute restaurant! When we went on Saturday morning, the line was long and wrapped all the way around. We probably waited 30 minutes in line. We noticed when we were almost in front to order that we can order online. My husband put in the order for the food online so we wouldn't wait too long. I ordered matcha at the counter. Matcha & the food came out at the same time thankfully. I really enjoyed the "Dani's Matcha" with vanilla cold foam! Not pictured, but I ordered the breakfast plate & my husband ordered the breakfast sandwich. We both enjoyed our meals! Hash browns were delicious. We went again the next day and ordered online ahead of time. Food & drink was ready by the time we parked! Definitely a game changer to order ahead online to avoid the line. We ordered the breakfast burrito & fresh toast the second day! I really liked the dulce de leche sauce on top of the fresh toast. I thought the burrito was just alright for it being $19. Would definitely recommend! read more

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The Salted Maple cold brew was amazing. I've had a few salted coffee elsewhere and most are overly salty. This was spot on and not too sweet. Definitely more of a restaurant than a on the go type coffee shop and the prices reflect that. However, I pleasantly surprised with the portion of the breakfast sandwich and it came with hash browns. I was on the go so opted out of getting them but the barista did offer to sub it. They have more matcha recipes than coffees listed but have a variety of syrups AND milk alternatives for coffee drinkers. Will need to go back to try more. read more

Café La Jefa - Breakfast Sandwich (comes with hash browns but I didn't want them) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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My wife and I stopped by Café La Jefa to work remotely and it's honestly a great spot: fast free Wi-Fi, clean bathrooms, and plenty of seating outdoors for those that need to take calls. There is unfortunately only one table that's near an outlet, so plan accordingly if you expect to be there for a long time and need to charge your devices. I tried out their cardamon latte and really liked how prominent the cardamon flavor was. The drink wasn't overly sweet either. While I didn't personally order any food, Café La Jefa offers a small breakfast and lunch menu with an assortment of toasts, salads, and bowls. Ordering is at the counter, you're given a number, and food is brought over to your table. The line inside for food and drinks never seemed to die down, so you may end up waiting a while to order. Overall, Café La Jefa is a solid option for those seeking to get some remote work done. read more

Café La Jefa - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palm Springs, California

Wanted to make a quick coffee stop before our drive home so we came here first thing in the morning. There was a lot of parking at that time so that wasn't an issue. The ambiance of the shop is super cute! There's outdoor seating which is nice if you wanted to bring your dog or hangout with friends. The coffee was great and so were the pastries. Definitely going to come back next time we're in Palm Springs! read more

Café La Jefa - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palm Springs, California

I ordered the bagel and lox. It was a beautiful presentation. It was delicious. I also ordered the lemon ginger tea. This is a very nice restaurant has an outdoor seating area as well as indoor. The employees were also very friendly and nice. read more

Café La Jefa - Lox with bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palm Springs, California

The coffee is decent, but the appeal of this place is getting to walk the shops while you wait for your order. I would recommend mobile ordering if the line is long as the speed of the line is fairly slow. read more

Palm Springs has officially become our go-to for dog friendly travel, and Café La Jefa was our first coffee stop for a reason. We always skip the chains and look for local spots, and this one stood out with its custom flavors and dog friendly setup. The space itself is small but charming, tucked into a shared indoor building with a few boutique style shops that weenie dogs, art lovers, and fashion folks will appreciate. Bonus points for letting dogs inside, which is a rare and very appreciated perk when it is chilly out. I ordered the Pretty Little Latte with rose, pistachio milk, and matcha, and it was smooth, subtle, and not bitter at all, clearly made with quality matcha. The rose was gentle and not overpowering, and the pistachio milk was a surprisingly great dairy free option. I ordered it hot and sipped on it for over an hour. My husband went with the Dulce de Leche latte with an oat milk swap and was equally impressed. The only small bummer was the plant shop being closed, but Café La Jefa still delivered exactly what we want in a coffee stop, thoughtful drinks, a cozy vibe, and dogs welcomed without hesitation. read more

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Friendly staff, great menu selection, and perfect place to get a bit of work done. The cafe has ample indoor seating and free WiFi, with nooks and crannies where you can squeeze in a few productive hours. It's also located in a building with a few other small businesses, so perfect for a bit of browsing and gift shopping! The acai bowl was huge, fresh, and a delicious way for me to get my 5 servings of fruit in in 1 go haha. The pumpkin spice latte with cold foam was less impressive and wasn't as creamy or flavorful as I'd like, but next time I'd probably just opt for a hot drink so it doesn't get diluted by the ice. read more

Café La Jefa - Acai bowl -- breakfast menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palm Springs, California

The food was really good. It's inside a shopping center; they have different kinds of healthy food, and the service was good. read more

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Very cute spot. Stopped here on our way home to San Diego and it reminded me a lot of the place "Selva." There was live DJ music, lots of seating, a variety of food and drink options, little shops inside as well, and nice bathrooms (both genders in one). Got a strawberry matcha and their seasonal strawberry latte and both were good. Got a mango lassi vegan snack and it was okay. read more

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This café uses Sisters Coffee beans and they absolutely nailed our drinks. We also got two pastries, a spinach and feta pastry and a cheese danish that were on point. I loved the branding and decor, it had a very relaxed and pretty vibe with all of the pink flowers and greenery. The most surprising thing to me is that they managed to pull all of this off, the great coffee drinks, the nice pastries, the pretty vibe and the killer Location, right in the middle of downtown Palm Springs, without being overpriced. The total for the two pastries and the two coffee drinks was $24. Best deal in town! read more

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I highly recommend the iced Salted Maple Cold Brew! The flavors were very complimentary. There were also very cute stationary stores right next to it! There was indoor and outdoor seating with a fun swing. read more

Super cute spot.. there are a lot of little shops inside, a tiny art gallery, stationary store and jewelry shop. It's pretty loud so, not really a place to hangout and study. At least inside, it's not. There was quite a long line and ordering took a really long time. There are two different spots to get coffee which made it a bit confusing as to where to go when you enter. There's plenty of seating but is quite crammed. I ordered the chai-chata, it was pretty good. But tasted more like milk than anything unfortunately. The chilaquiles were good, a bit too acidic but it was fine. The beans and egged were really good as well. Though, I don't think it's worth $20 a plate... it's a bit too pricey for my liking. I really enjoyed the aesthetic and all but I wouldn't back. read more

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Ambiance is 10/10. There's plenty of lot parking, bike parking, and street parking and the Airstream and swings are way too cute. Lots of Matcha options, a mushroom coffee option, and great pastries and brunch options. Loved their Cardamom Foam Matcha. A very IG-able space with great bevvies to match. Also loved my BF's Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew. Service was pretty quick and they hustle to get the tables cleaned off. They're super friendly and efficient, and would def visit again. read more

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This place is conveniently located near the Shag Store. Decor was sweet and fun. Barista was helpful in deciding what I wanted. I got the Fresas con crema. Strawberry latte with strawberry cold foam. It was so good. I always add Splenda to my coffee but this was so good I didn't add it. They had a case full of different healthy snacks and we picked up a few but the star was the pistachio and chia one. I dream of going back and getting it again. The place also has a few stalls either different stores and a gallery. Just adorable. read more

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Sooooo cute! The ambiance is lovely, with cute little shops and a beautiful patio, and pretty pink decor. The service was top notch, Ari and Ethan were both so helpful and friendly! And the food and coffee were delish! 10/10 would recommend and will definitely be back! read more

This café is inside the Flannery exchange, which is pretty much a building full of lots of cute shops and businesses. I really enjoyed my cardamom cold Foam matcha drink it was SOOO tasty! The line was pretty long maybe like a 15-20 minute wait but hey theres a reason for that, it's good! Will definitely be back next time I'm in town. read more

Café La Jefa - Seating inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palm Springs, California

The coffee and chai tea tasted watered down :( The matcha was SO GOOD! It is pricey for the taste. They do have a good food menu, but I just got a ham and cheese croissant and it was good. read more

Jamie W and I had an 11AM flight out of Palm Springs, so that gave us just enough time to find breakfast on North Palm Canyon. This mid-century modern space came up on our radar as we saw the pink chairs and flowers festooned on their terrace. The cafe appears to be the centerpiece of a retail workspace called the Flannery Exchange. They describe themselves as a "Latin-influenced modern coffee house" though for breakfast, I think that might've come down to their breakfast burrito and dulce de leche French toast. I was more drawn to the $18 Shakshuka, a decidedly Middle Eastern favorite with fried eggs, tomato, onion, peppers, and a spicy tomato sauce (Photo 7). Flanked by wedges of rustic sourdough toast, it was quite flavorful, but a bit pricey for the quantity. Jamie wasn't as hungry and ordered the $5 side of Two Scrambled Eggs, quite fluffy and a relative bargain compared to my dish (Photo 8). We both had the $5 16-ounce Cafe au Laits to wet our whistles, and those hit the spot accurately (Photo 6). FOOD / COFFEE - 4 stars...very good shakshuka AMBIANCE - 4 stars...stylish space SERVICE - 3 stars...a bit closed-lipped TOTAL - 4 stars...worth a try on this stretch of Palm Canyon RELATED - Exploring Palm Springs? Here's my collection of places l've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2uqw6KW read more

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A cozy and vibrant spot that quickly became my favorite over the weekend after visiting three times. The food is delicious with authentic flavors that really hit the mark, especially their breakfast and tacos. The vibe is super laid-back and welcoming, making it easy to relax and enjoy a meal. I love how it's nestled in a cute little area with lots of charming shops nearby, perfect for wandering around between meals. Outdoor seating lets you soak in the Palm Springs sunshine while enjoying fresh, flavorful dishes. Portions are generous and prices fair, making it a great spot for casual dining. The colorful decor and lively music add a fun touch without overpowering the peaceful setting. It's the kind of place that makes you want to keep coming back, like I did all weekend. Overall, Cafe La Jefa is a must-visit for good food and a chill, local vibe in Palm Springs.is really cute and located in the read more

While visiting Palm Springs, my wife suggested we try La Jefa Café after seeing it pop up on social media. With all the buzz, we figured it was worth checking out. When we arrived, the café was pretty busy and we ended up waiting about 20 minutes in line just to place our order. We ordered a cardamom matcha latte and a butterscotch matcha latte. One small but notable pet peeve for me: even after clearly spelling out my name, it was still written incorrectly on the cup--not a dealbreaker, but a bit frustrating. As for the drinks, they were okay, but nothing memorable. The matcha didn't stand out compared to other cafés we've tried and felt more average than expected given the hype. The presentation was nice, but flavor-wise, it didn't quite deliver. The café itself has a cute aesthetic, fancy cups, and a small but pleasant seating area--definitely Instagram-friendly. Prices were on the higher side, but that's fairly expected for Palm Springs, so no surprises there. Overall: Not a bad experience, but also not one I'd go out of my way to repeat. Worth trying once if you're nearby and curious, but don't expect anything mind-blowing. Pro tip: Come for the vibe, not necessarily the matcha. read more

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Wonderful coffee and pastries We happened to see it when we were going out to dinner the other night cute inside sort of communal space for different businesses latte and cheese danish were both excellent definitely try this place read more

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New favorite coffee shop in PS! Love the vanilla cold foam & friendly service! Such a cute spot.

Came here for a quick bite with the wife. So glad we did! Service was great and our drinks were fantastic. I had an iced London Fog and my wife had a hot Mexican mocha. The cafe is so cute. Pet friendly so we were able to sit with our dogs on the patio. read more

Café La Jefa - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palm Springs, California

God bless this place!!!! The absolute best latte we've ever had. Thank you to Janna for creating that most unbelievable recipe. The service was 10000/10 , thank you to the immaculate crew ~ Janna and Centuri and Ari and Manny! We are visiting from monterey CA and we have lovely cafes there but nothing compares to this place. The vibes are immaculate, it's gorgeous, and not kidding, Janna and Centuri and Ari were soooo sweet and Manny was incredibly kind as well. Again thank you to the impeccable service and drinks omg we love this spot!!! read more

Café La Jefa - Churro latte and chaichata - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palm Springs, California

Such a beautiful café, right downtown, Palm Springs! They have a great variety on their menu, I will have to come back and try their food next time because it smelled and looked delicious! Service was very friendly, very welcoming and efficient. We really enjoyed our Matcha mint lemonade, perfectly refreshing on a hot day! Highly recommended if you are looking for a great drink or bite while strolling downtown! read more

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Excellent breakfast. Awesome breakfast burritos so don't pass on those. Loved the sausage patty. My only nut is why don't restaurants use salt and pepper on their eggs. Drive me crazy and it's a ton of places. Well worth it and the staff is very nice. Try it read more

Staff: The team here was very nice. No name tags but the woman that helped us was sweet. Quality: They offer a wide variety of food options and coffee. I opted for the Dulce de leche latte after a guest in line recommended it. It was delicious being just sweet enough. Value: $8.00 for a large drink with a $1 tip so not bad. Overall: I like the vibe and options here. I'd be back for sure. Pro tip: It is a little hidden. Go through the main door and go straight back on the left side. read more

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I stopped by Café La Jefa while craving a light grab-and-go breakfast in Palm Springs. I'm a huge matcha fan, so I knew I had to try the cardamom cold foam matcha. Apparently, this is a popular order since several customers ahead of me also got the matcha, and for good reason! Every drink is hand whisked to order. When my group arrived, the line was long, but I'm glad we waited it out. Once you place your order, step outside and your drink will be served at the pink window. Staff call out several orders at once, so be sure to listen for your name. Outside has a cute patio area with shade, and I love the all the pink aesthetic! We ate our bowls from the grab-and-go fridge outside, and they were light and refreshing. The matcha was worth the wait, and I loved the distinctive and unique flavor profile. It was unlike anything I've tried before and I'd highly recommend it! read more

Café La Jefa - Cardamom Cold Foam Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palm Springs, California

This is such a cute coffee spot with plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors -- perfect for hanging out or getting some work done. I came here twice during my stay and tried the cardamom and matcha lattes. Both were good, though not particularly standout. Overall, it's a lovely place to relax and enjoy a drink, especially if you appreciate a beautiful, spacious setting. read more

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This place is, in my opinion, just okay. To some I'm sure it's a great place with lots of drink options however to me it's just okay. The service my group received was blah at best. The coffee was pleasant but it was not made with any sole. I think the ambiance makes it seem better than it actually is. read more

We visited Café La Jefa for breakfast because it seemed like the spot to go in downtown Palm Springs. We definitely beat the morning rush, but it was still pretty busy, with a long line to order at the counter. The interior was cute, with lots of natural light, pops of pink, and nice lighting fixtures. I ended up getting two drinks - the Cardamom Cold Foam Matcha & Cafe Olla Cold Brew. For food, I got the Breakfast Sandwich and substituted avocado for the bacon. We then found a seat on the large (dog-friendly) patio, which had a pleasant ambiance - plants, pink flowers, string lights, etc. Service wasn't the fastest, but that was understandable given how busy they were. Out of my two drinks, the Cardamom Cold Foam Matcha was easily the winner. The flavors went together great and the level of sweetness was perfect. The Cafe Olla Cold Brew didn't have much of a flavor, but it was strong. Overall, my friends had mixed opinions on their beverages. For example, the iced Biscoff Latte was strangely not sweet. I did enjoy my Breakfast Sandwich though, especially the soft brioche bun. I also liked that the cafe was connected to a bunch of cute shops, which were nice to explore after our meal. Would probably return to try more! read more

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Came here twice during a girls trip. There's breakfast and pastries available. Gluten free and dairy free puddings and treats in the fridge. I didn't get food but everything looks amazing. I got an Iced Dulce de leche latte with oatmilk and cold foam, barista's kiss! DE-LISH. It wasn't too sweet, just perfect, both times. The cold foam gave it the perfect creamy blend. The location has plenty of street parking and backside lot parking, a few seating inside with plenty of seating outside. The cafe is inside a flee-market type-ish suite. There are a few small business shops and ice cream both inside. Super cute! Definitely recommend if you're in PS! read more

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Wow wow wow wow! This place is amazing. Stopped here on my way back home from a 3 day trip in Palm Springs. I kept it simple and got an Iced Vanilla Latte and the Bacon Caesar Salad wrap. Both were delicious! And the service was amazing! read more

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Highly recommend by Austin to visit. I got the 16oz pumpkin spice latte and a 16oz vanilla chai latte. Both were very flavorful and worth the price. The line went by quick and the drinks came out fast. There's little shops in the same area to wander while you're waiting. They have a cute outdoor patio area if you wanted to sit and enjoy your food and drinks. The menu had a variety of food and drink options, you'll be sure to find some thing for all. read more

Café La Jefa - Pumpkin spice - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palm Springs, California

Adorable ambiance with pops of pink everywhere! The outdoor area has both covered & uncovered areas and really well decorated. We came for breakfast and the food w alright with a hefty price tag. Breakfast burrito for essentially $20 and a breakfast plate with the usual eggs, bacon, hash brown and toast also runs about $19-$20. read more

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Stopped by during a little family getaway and was pleasantly surprised. The breakfast burrito was a win--packed with eggs, chorizo, cheese, and fresh pico de gallo. The café de olla didn't quite hit the mark for me--decent, but missing that bold flavor I was hoping for. The interior is super chic and cute, though seating inside is limited (and with 110° heat, outdoor seating wasn't exactly an option!). That said, the customer service was absolutely top-tier. I'll definitely be back! read more

Café La Jefa - Breakfast Burrito - delicious! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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