Café Lovi

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Super cute spot with excellent bread and sandwiches! This cafe is super charming and has great sandwiches. I got the breakfast sandwich, which was made with challah bread. So delicious and the bread was so tasty! I also really loved the salad that came with the sandwich - a really nice bonus! On the day I went, there was live music and it made it such lovely lunch! read more

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Cute coffee shop with friendly staff. Coffee was pretty good. They had free fruit leathers, which is a plus for me! read more

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Cretin H.

1 year ago

Just stopped by for a latte and bagel. I missed the breakfast special. Dang. Good coffee and fast casual service. read more

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Harry P.

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11 months ago

The Tuna Salad Sandwich is fresh and flavorful. The tuna is well-mixed with just the right amount of mayo and seasoning, and the bread is soft and holds everything together nicely. It's a solid, satisfying lunch option with generous portions. Service is friendly, and the sandwich makes for a quick, tasty meal anytime. read more

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Adam M.

2 years ago

Great wifi. Plenty of power outlets Great food and coffee Awesome staff Clean place Perfect for work space read more

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Doug P.

4 months ago

Went here for lunch. Limited selection of menu items. Other than delivering the food to 5he table, most Other things were self-service, such as getting napkins, water and boxes for leftovers to take home. It's a small place with three tables for two and a counter eating area that seats three. read more

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Adam H.

8 months ago

A cute little corner cafe with games, newspapers, and puzzles. A nice place to do work with a couple outlets.

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Craig V.

1 year ago

Friendly people and good food! Great lunch deal with a drink, savory, and sweet item for $20 too.

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Jemima W.

11 months ago

Couldn't be closer to me...plus. Great choices with very fresh food and very friendly team. At times it seems like they get a little overwhelmed but they're always willing to try and meet a special request. Limited seating outside but great to sit out if the weather is nice, despite the passing traffic. Menu is a bit small but it's a petite little place, so all good. read more

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Gabe v F.

1 year ago

Got a Iced Vanilla Latte and it was very good. Service was quick around lunch time and the ambiance was cute. Outside seating would have been nice if we came for food or had a book/work. read more

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Cindy A.

1 year ago

I had a turkey avocado sandwich. It was toasted perfectly. Meat was fresh and avocados were outstanding. I highly recommend stopping here all of their baked goods with really yummy. read more

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Ryan O.

1 year ago

Meh. This was a let down after seeing all of the positive reviews and pics. Mustard, lettuce, tomato and a little bit of pastrami. Ralph's grocery store could've made a better sandwich. I even tipped when I ordered it online. read more

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Benedetta G.

Hi Nancy, sorry for the late reply. We really try to keep prices low…

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Sarah B.

3 years ago

Fresh, amazing, perfect!! It's not only ascetically pleasing but it's toasted and made so well. Nice quiet cafe to get work done or just spend some downtime in this busy city! read more

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Shirin B.

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Swung by for a quick lunch and ordered the Turkey and Avocado sandwich on their infamous challah bread. Absolutely delicious - the bread melts in your mouth and is grilled to perfection and my sandwich was stuffed with Turkey. They also offer a side salad with the sandwiches. One of the workers there was a fine-dining chef and offered me his hot sauce to try with the sandwich which was so good. Definitely recommend trying it out if you come here! read more

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Jose N.

11 months ago

Used ClassPass just make sure know that they don't prepare the food ahead of time, show them your order from class pass and they'll make it fresh for you. read more

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Cameron E.

2 years ago

So bad and chunky and bitter and sour and not good quality matcha. Service was alright read more

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Manuel B.

Hi Cameron,…

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Emily I.

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Lily F.

1 year ago

My colleagues and I love Cafe Lovi! We come here weekly and always get the best service from Dylan. He's so helpful and accommodating. We love spending our lunches at cafe Lovi. The owner is lovely too! read more

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Isabella S.

3 years ago

i was excited by their delicious gluten free challah. the staff was also very friendly and helpful. read more

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Benedetta G.

Thank you! Our gluten-free clients are always thrilled when they find…

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Joseph K.

2 years ago

I came to Cafe Lovi to pick up lunch on 4/8 and ordered a portobello avocado sandwich. I had ordered online and I got there a bit early so I had no problem waiting for the order to be completed. When the order came out, I didn't bother to check the items because I assumed everything was right, but when I got back to my office, the order was wrong. I went to cafe lovi and second time and asked them to remake the order so they told me to sit and wait a bit. Little did I know, they wouldn't start my order again until they had completed all the "for here" orders so I ended up waiting another 15 minutes before I decided it was taking too long and decided to just leave. I asked for a refund, which the kind worker told me he would take care of. He also offered me a free cup of coffee which was a nice gesture. What was weird though was that his excuse for getting the order wrong was that the item I ordered is usually never ordered so he ended up making me a portobello goat cheese crepe instead? But at the end of it, I had gone back and forth to this cafe twice and ended up with no food after 55 minutes. What a way to spend my lunch break. And as of today (4/24) I have still not received my refund even though I had spoken to the owner two weeks ago over the phone. He mentioned he'll call me within the next couple of days, which he did not.. Cafe Lovi seems like a nice little spot to grab a drink or a quick bite but sorry, the service I received was quite bad. read more

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Manuel B.

Hi Joseph,…

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Danielle F.

2 years ago

Couldn't bother to put my order in. I showed up and sorry we are sold out. So frustrating. Never going there again.

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Manuel B.

Hi Danielle,…

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David C.

1 year ago

Average coffee stand with a bored employee, serving stale pastries, and below average coffee. Not great, but the good news is there's never a line. read more

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Jasmine A.

2 years ago

My mom and I tried this cafe for the first time and it did not disappoint. We ordered a grilled cheese, egg salad sandwich and two drinks. Both drinks were great, but the sandwiches were phenomenal with great challah bread. Loved how clean and nice everything was, even the outside seating area. Everyone was so friendly and attentive! Amazingly positive environment and will definitely come back again! read more

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Benedetta G.

Thank you for your review, we are so happy that you and your mum had…

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Anzhela H.

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3 years ago

It was my first time visiting the place. I wanted to like it and give them a good review, but ... the coffee was watery and wasn't taste right for me. Matcha Latte was extremely sweet, we haven't asked for sugar free, but it was way too sweet anyway. The place was empty and quite , service was good. The menu looked pretty good, but we haven't had any food there. read more

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Tania L.

2 years ago

Such great hospitality and delicious food made with care and love. I had the breakfast sandwich with hash browns and eggs sunny side up (served all day). Came with a fabulous side salad drizzled with a lemon vinaigrette. Heaven. My vanilla latte was also on point. I will definitely be back. Support this small business! read more

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Anthony K.

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Beni the owner is amazing, very welcoming and you can even practice speaking Italian with her. Cozy little place with great selection of coffees, but you must try their Signature challah sandwiches and the Bombolone. read more

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Ju C.

4 years ago

Delicious clean fresh healthy breakfast. Very nice and cozy corner cafe. Nice staff, great service. read more

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Benedetta G.

Thank you so much Ju!

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Terri H.

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So happy about this cute new cafe on the west side serving up some seriously tasty sandwiches. The challah bread is to die for. My only issue was trying to decide which sandwich to try first! I ended up going for the tuna salad sandwich, which comes with a side salad. I inhaled the first half. So good. I also tried some hazelnut cookie bites from the pastry display. Also good. The reasonable prices are such a breath of fresh air for LA. I'm definitely coming back to try every sandwich on the menu. read more

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A B.

2 years ago

The owner placed an excess of too good to go bags in the app. I went all the way over to the store after putting in the pickup. They had ample time to cancel once they knew they had nothing to give but Instead of cancelling when they knew they were out of stuff they waited until I had traveled all the way there to cancel my order. They should be more on top of it or not offer the bags. read more

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Litz V.

3 years ago

Really cute cafe in a quiet corner with killer coffee. The staff is super friendly and they go above and beyond to accommodate your requests. Great way to start your day! read more

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Vadim G.

2 years ago

Came for a meeting - ordered the Matcha Latte and Breakfast Sandwich. Didn't have unsweetened matcha at the time which they, unnecessarily, apologized several times. Got the sweetened version and was very good quality of matcha. The sandwich challah was fresh and made the overall item taste great. Parking was easy too with some free street nearby and lots of meters. read more

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Coffee G.

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The best espresso in town with delicious food inspired by Italian Jewish cuisine to boot! A sweet little corner in the West LA Santa Monica area, this is a cafe you must visit! read more

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A B.

3 years ago

Probably the most disgusting protein shake I've ever bought. Also it's $6 bc it's in an actual kids cup. You would need to get 3 of them to get a full serving. And the guy taking my order was rude/customer service wasn't good. I'm sharing my review bc I felt mislead by other's reviews and came here bc it had great reviews just to be absolutely disappointed. read more

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Benedetta G.

Hi! I'm sorry you were not happy with the protein shake. All of our…

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Kara M.

3 years ago

This is our favorite spot, the staff are so lovely and kind, and the croissants are some of the best in town. read more

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Cat D.

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I took my mom and aunt here to try their sandwiches. It did not disappoint! We had the pastrami challah sandwich and the avo egg sandwich. Ofc the star is the challah bread, which everyone liked! Will come back to try the other sandwiches! read more

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We have a little challah obsession... so we are glad you enjoyed it…

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Andrew W.

3 years ago

Very friendly service, immediately greeted with a warm welcome in. The place was quaint and mostly white which kept it feeling open. It was quiet and soothing and there's a lot of personalized decor, so it feels like you're sort in someone's home - which I dug. Didn't try the food but got the matcha and it was great - not powdery and not too milky or thin, just the right amount of sweetness. Will go back and try one of their sandwiches. Also the owner was so sweet when asking me to leave, she gave me an extra croissant as she politely said they were closing up for the day. Overall a solid experience. read more

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1912 Broadway
Ste 100
Santa Monica, CA 90404
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(424) 245-5312
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Hours

What time does Café Lovi open?

Café Lovi opens at 7:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Café Lovi opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday.Café Lovi opens at 9:30 AM on Sunday.

What time does Café Lovi close?

Café Lovi closes at 4:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Café Lovi closes at 2:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 7:30 AM - 4:30 PMSat 8:00 AM - 2:00 PMSun 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Café Lovi take Bitcoin?

No, Café Lovi does not take Bitcoin.

Does Café Lovi take credit cards?

Yes, Café Lovi takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Café Lovi have catering options?

Yes, Café Lovi does have catering options.

Does Café Lovi have a drive thru?

No, Café Lovi does not have a drive thru.

Does Café Lovi serve alcohol?

No, Café Lovi does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Café Lovi allow dogs?

Yes, Café Lovi allows dogs.

Does Café Lovi have TVs?

No, Café Lovi does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Café Lovi have bike parking?

Yes, Café Lovi has bike parking.

Does Café Lovi have outdoor seating?

Yes, Café Lovi has outdoor seating options.

Does Café Lovi have parking?

Yes, Café Lovi has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Café Lovi wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Café Lovi is wheelchair accessible.

Does Café Lovi have free WiFi?

Yes, Café Lovi has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Café Lovi is a charming neighborhood café nestled in the heart of Santa Monica. Owned and operated by a French proprietor, we offer a delightful fusion of French and American flavors. Our menu features freshly made sweet and savory crêpes, bagels, hearty sandwiches, and irresistible pastries, all paired with expertly brewed coffee and premium teas. Whether you're stopping by for a leisurely breakfast, a quick lunch, or simply a cozy spot to enjoy your coffee break, Café Lovi’s warm and inviting atmosphere makes it the perfect place to relax and savor every bite.

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It's very small and it would not be appropriate to take up a table to study.

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Do you have gluten free options?

Yes! We have gluten free challah for our sandwiches!

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EDIT TODAY:…read more Management reached out to me the same day to reassure me they're putting a table back there, it's just going to be resized to better fit the new layout. This is the kind of awesome customer-first efforts that makes me such a fan of Primo Passo. I moved my review back up to 5 stars. Thank you so much, guys!! -- I've loved coming to Primo Passo for a long time. I actually drive from Culver City there because of the vibe, staff, coffee, and ability to chill, work, whatever. Even with no WiFi I've never complained because I just hotspot if I need to. But today I stopped by and one of their seating areas- namely the long table and seats near the front- was just totally gone. Replaced with more shelves of things to sell. The seating they've already had has been nice but limited. But now they've made if even harder to get a spot there. I mean, they could have put in the shelves and replaced the long table with a fairly large square table with seats (trust me, I scoped out the space for it) but so far nothing. Just shelves with more products and a big stand around space. With fewer and fewer 'third places' making people feel welcome, I'm disappointed in the less seating at Primo Passo meaning either I get even luckier grabbing a place to sit or I'm just SOL. The people and coffee are still lovely, but I won't be stopping by as often anymore. I was willing to do the drive before, but now I'll need to be in the area and not needing to bank on a place to sit and work or chill. I suppose the Starbucks across the street will do, but there are tons of those everywhere.

We stopped by to get afternoon coffee around 12:30, and it was pretty busy with only a few seats…read moreopen. There's a lot of seating and space though, so it's a good spot to either hang out or even work (no loud blaring music!). We got the cinnamon cardamom flavor in both a flat white and latte. It was a delicious homemade syrup that I would recommend trying! Then my friend got a Guatemalan pourover that was good as well. Sidenote - the bathroom is well maintained and clean for those of you it matters to.

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Holy Grounds at St. Monica

4.5(77 reviews)

Great ny cheesecake. Nice staff of pretty gals. They also sell Catholic jewelry, greeting cards ,…read moreCrucifix, books, candles and other related things! Thanks. Parishioner Gregory J. Curcio, Esq. retired

5-star for convenience, good hours, location, service, availability of products, but a 4-star for…read morethe coffee. It's not phenomenal, but nor is a church the typical place to have high quality coffee. I enjoyed the atmosphere, the ability to study and take my time. It's a place of comfort to stay indoors or sit on the outdoor patio. I really enjoyed it here. Pick up a book or some gift item while visiting.

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Maria S.

2 years ago

I recently visited Cafe Lovi, and I couldn't be happier with my experience. The moment I walked in, I was greeted by friendly staff and the comforting aroma of freshly ground coffee. However, what really stood out was their matcha. If you're a fan of matcha lattes, theirs is perfectly balanced--rich, smooth, and with just the right amount of subtle sweetness. It's clear they use high-quality matcha, and the result is one of the best green tea drinks I've ever tried. Another highlight is their sandwich selection. I treated myself to their Turkey and Avocado, and it was outstanding: crisp bread on the outside, fresh ingredients in the middle, and packed with flavor. Pairing that sandwich with a steaming cup of matcha latte made for a delicious and memorable meal. The cozy atmosphere, friendly service, and attention to detail round out an all-around excellent experience. If you're looking for a relaxed spot to enjoy top-notch drinks and a satisfying bite to eat, Cafe Lovi is the place to go! read more

Marciana G.

174

2 years ago

I recently visited this charming little cafe that exceeded all my expectations. It was so quaint and friendly staff made us feel right at home. I ordered the grilled cheese sandwich, which was nothing short of perfection. The bread was fresh, toasted a light golden brown, and the cheese was overflowing! So delicious! My daughter opted for the egg salad sandwich, and she couldn't stop raving about it. This cafe is a gem! read more

Juan R.

2 years ago

The crepes and matcha are amazing. The new staff is way nicer than the grumpy guy before. + free wifi, and they don't mind if you work on your computer read more

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