Solid spot if you're in the Encino area! We tried the…read morecardamom latte with oat milk and it was really good! You can actually taste the spices, and it's not overly sweet at all. Just a clean, well-balanced coffee drink. I'd give the coffee itself a solid 4/5. What really stood out though was the customer service. The barista was super helpful in guiding us through the menu, which I always appreciate. That kind of warmth makes a difference! We'd definitely come back when we're in the area. If this review helped, a thumbs up means a lot!

First time at the Encino location. I stopped by for an iced cloud matcha and a croissant around…read more9am. As expected, the coffee shop was full and almost every seat was taken so I ended up taking my order to go. It was a beautiful morning, too so even the seating outside was full (yay for supporting local!) My drink and croissant were perfection, as always, and the service was great. Definitely recommend both locations but if you're looking to dine in or work remotely, better chances at finding a seat in Tarzana as that location is bigger.

Founded in Melrose Place in 2013, Alfred Coffee specializes in matcha drinks but also has coffee…read more on the menu along with breakfast burritos and pastries. I ordered the Matchaga - described as a matcha + functional mushroom drink blended with chaga, reishi, and lion's mane mushrooms, vanilla, monk fruit, and a dash of strawberry. I got mine with oat milk, which they don't charge extra for. I liked this location with its natural lighting and indoor/outdoor seating arrangement. You can park in the back as well with a door that leads to the parking lot. The matchaga (12 oz $7.50) had just the right amount of sweetness with NO SUGAR. Since I'm trying to cut out sugar these days, this was a welcome change. The matcha wasn't too bitter and there was just the hint of mushroom, in fact I could barely taste it. When it is busy, you may have to wait awhile, although my daughter got her iced strawberry matcha latte right away. Would totally return!

Love that an Alfred opened up in Encino! It's right by a small park too which is a nice one to walk…read morearound. Metered parking around the area or free parking deeper in the residential area. Pretty big cafe, they have a decent amount of seating. Great spot to meet up with someone. Alfred has lots of options, both espresso and matcha, standard and specialty ones too like lavender or strawberry. I usually love their vanilla bean latte but this time I went with an iced matcha. I also love that they have a dairy-free cloud/cream top so folks who are dairy-free or vegan can enjoy it too. I went without it this time to cut down on cost but am excited to try it in the future! I'm also really excited to try their peaches n cream matcha too, it sounds so good!

Went for the first time today and I'm honestly blown away! I ordered the crème brûlée iced latte,…read moreand my son got the ice cream, everything was incredibly fresh and absolutely delicious. I can't believe it took me this long to discover this place! The staff were all so friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The shop itself is adorable, with a cozy seating area and even board games to enjoy. Such a cute and inviting spot! Definitely a hidden gem! I can't wait to come back!

I found this place through Yelp and based on everyone's photos, it looked super cute and delicious!…read more This is on Ventura so that alone is a pain to find parking. I turned into the small street nearby but all the street parking was full and there was a gated parking lot right behind the building with the gate to enter open but the gate to exit closed so I didn't want to have another bad experience and avoided it altogether. Swung around the front and got lucky with metered parking. Their entrance is on the side despite all the signs and windows up front. Walked into an empty shop, 1 worker guy greeted us and took our order. This place had a lot of seating but felt more like a dessert place and based on my drink, it was absolutely that. I got the Creme Brulee latte and it was torched at the top like you'd expect so that was cool. Gorgeous decoration which is great for photo ops. Once the guy gave me my drink, he basically disappeared to the back. I took my photos and left. It was good but tasted like melted coffee ice cream. The sweetness was over the top and the more I drank it, the more I was getting a crazy sugar rush and it did not mix well with the heat that day. Couldn't even finish it but if you are a child or someone who enjoys super sweet things, then this is for you. Sadly it isn't for me! IG: @ammysalamii

A friend took me here the other day for some grub and yap. I absolutely love the interior. I only…read morewish it was more gothy inside. But there are some nice velvet chairs and things. Plus the branding is cool. Anyway, onto the food and drinks. I ordered an iced matcha and the Marigold sandwich. The matcha was perfect honestly because they gave the option of sweetened or unsweetened. Also, the sandwich was delicious. I was so excited to see something with turkey bacon by default and not regular bacon since I can't have pork. The spread they use on there is really yummy. The menu has a lot of interesting flavors on it. There are some Korean-inspired dishes that I definitely want to try like the Kimchi breakfast tacos. Can't wait to go back! Note: 1. Plenty of seating inside and outside under a tent of sorts. 2. Plus they have a speaker outside so you can hear when your order is called. 3. There's a small parking lot but also a residential area next to it where there's street parking.

Stopped by recently and had a pretty good experience overall. The chai was decent, but I was hoping…read morefor a bit more spice and depth of flavor. That said, the Madagascar vanilla latte was really good - smooth, slightly sweet, and definitely something I'd order again. The burritos were a highlight!! super big portions and satisfying. Prices were also very reasonable for the quality and size, which is always a plus. Staff was nice and welcoming, which made the visit even better. I'd come back, especially for the burritos and that vanilla latte!

I discovered this lovely gem as I was visiting a nearby store in the same shopping center. I'm so…read moreglad I came in! The service was attentive, and the cafe itself has such a lovely vibe, with cute interior decorations, lively music, and WiFi. I had a delicious açaí bowl as well as their matcha with cold foam. This will be my new favorite study spot when I'm in the area!

I've had the Matcha Einspanner and the Cookie Butter Latte here, and they're soo yummy. Highly…read morerecommend both!

This is my second time visiting Paris Baguette, and was warmly welcomed by Ms. Grissel…read more It's always reassuring to walk into such a friendly and upbeat atmosphere, where you're greeted with a genuine smile. Ms. Grissel recommended that I try the Raspberry Almond Croissant, and I was pleasantly surprised by her suggestion. It was freshly taken out, took her suggestion. From the very first bite, I could taste the soft, flaky layers, raspberry filling was sweet and flavorful, perfectly complemented by the toasted almonds and dusted off with powdered sugar-absolutely delicious. My second pastry was a spiral-shaped croissant with chocolate bits baked into the layers, filled with custard cream and topped with fresh strawberry pieces. I'll definitely be coming back for more!

Today, my order from Paris Baguette the Encino location I…read morehad some new items I had never had before: The Korean Bbq pizzetta: it was a flaky pizzetta pastry topped with Korean BBQ shredded beef, red onion, melted cheese, and a Korean BBQ mayo. Then I got the 4 cheese quiches- a super Rich, Flaky Pastry filled with Egg and a blend of four cheeses (Swiss, Cheddar, Parmesan, Mozzarella) with rosemary. Loved both of these new items very much And of course, as usual, I had my ham and cheese baguette, which is out of this world Well, if you haven't tried yet Paris baguette, they have many locations in a highly recommended that place‼

Now I know what all these people are talking about this lovely Blinkie's donuts and the shop…read more Lately, I have been having a lot of sweet cravings. No, I am NOT pregnant. :-) just cravings like most people have. Walked in this morning around 10am & was greeted by couple of employees. Both very nice, sweet, helpful and kind. They have so many different donuts, croissants, sandwiches, hot and cold coffee, espresso, latte, bottled drinks and more.. They have an indoor and outdoor seating and the place is super cute and very clean, chill and you get what you pay for. I got a dozen donuts from them and tried one on my way home and it was just decadent, fresh, fluffy and the frosting isn't overly sweet. Has parking and a restroom for their customers! Will definitely return next time I am in the Encino area. Established back in 1960 & Winnie/the owner of the place took over ownership in February of 2023. Give this donut shop a try and you will be very satisfied!!:-))

We stopped by for coffee and ordered the egg & ham croissants. While the presentation was lovely,…read morethe flavors felt a bit simple for our personal taste and didn't seem quite as fresh as we were hoping. The coffee also wasn't our favorite on this visit, so overall the food and drinks didn't fully stand out to us this time. That said, the space is truly beautiful and creates such a calm, inviting atmosphere to sit and relax. The service was especially warm, kind, and attentive, which we genuinely appreciated and made the experience feel welcoming. With so many glowing reviews, we'd absolutely be happy to come back to try the donuts and see what everyone is raving about. Hoping to have an even better experience next time

Great Coffee! Atmosphere is very nice and plenty of comfortable seating…read more Dolce de leche was great Shianne killed it Wonderful service 10/10

The Horchata latte is SO yummy! I love to try drinks I know I might not be able to try many places…read moreelse, and it was definitely a hit the breakfast empanadas are also SO yummy. Wish they were bigger, because one WASN'T enough. So good!!! The space is small, clean, and eclectic in its modern and Argentinian decorations. There are plenty of spaces to co-work, chat, and kill time -- both inside and outside. The staff was super friendly and excited to serve us. Definitely a great coffee shop in the area.

If you're in the West Valley and need a spot to actually get stuff done, you have to check out…read moreLaidrey Tarzana. I'm here all the time to study or WFH, and it's easily the best vibe in the area. The coffee is obviously 10/10, but honestly, the service is what makes it. The staff is mad dope--they're actually nice, they'll chat with you, and they even remember my face when I come in. Mad welcoming and a great environment to focus. Def my favorite spot!

Best coffee and beans in the Valley hands down…read more If you are enthusiast, this is the place for you. Staff is knowledgeable, product quality is amazing.

every time i visit a coffee shop on ventura i feel like im cosplaying the super ultra wealthy botox…read moreinfested influencers (im a broke college student on ebt) ANYYYYWAAAAAYS.... does that mean I should spend $9 on a cup with milk and ice? YEA!!! the LA cafe culture is NOT ur regular latte... they're desserts that spike ur blood sugar that we use the "coffee" as a guise for excuse. almond milk is healthy, duh. bad financial decisions mean trying all the homemade syrups and unique flavors combos and UGH CREAMY FOAMS??? the praline coffee was so hazelnutty and ugh i love toffee/caramel flavors. the brown sugar syrup added the perfect sweetness and they even had decaf YASSS (5pm latte). The snow matcha was also perfectly potent, smooth, and THE VANILLA FLAVOR DOESNT PLAY!! And don't even get me started on the SERVICE. the staff are INCREDIBLY SWEET and made me feel so welcomed i wanted to stay there forever. will be back to buy a latte instead of using EBT on food!! :P

I'm a sucker for coffee shops that make everything in house and that's what this place does. I was…read moreintrigued by their Cloud Menu. I ordered the Magnolia which is their espresso cloud drink and my husband got the Balboa which is their matcha cloud drink. The coffee was good and I enjoyed the house made Mexican vanilla cream top. It was very creamy and not as sweet as I thought it would be. The staff were friendly and professional. Inside is nice and they have a little bar top area. This place gets very packed. There was a line out the door when we went. Parking isn't the best. We had to find a spot in one of the residential areas nearby.