My new favorite brunch spot! Passionfruit pie is amazing as always and coffee was really well balanced. Staff was so friendly and the ambience was beautiful -- lively yet comfortable. I got the veggie burrito and my partner got the Thomas Breakfast. I loved the breakfast plate, especially the salad and biscuit that paired with it. The burrito was good but a little too wet for my liking which made the fillings a bit soggy. Overall, flavors were really well balanced and everything tasted fresh. Definitely will be coming back more and I'm so excited to try more of their pastries next time! read more

Doubting Thomas - Veggie Burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Beware of street parking, main road doesn't have day restrictions but the residential streets near by have street sweeping (No Parking) is from 10am-1pm Monday on one side and Tuesday on the other side. We visited on a Monday around 12pm and they were quite packed for brunch, we didn't dine in but really only stopped by to grab some pastries. Might need to come back to try their food another time. Passion Fruit Pie -really good, if you love tart this would be up your alley. Fresh passion fruit topped helps balance the sweetness of the pie. Almond Croissant (White Chocolate Strawberry Garnish)- seems like their croissant flavor rotates. Wasn't expecting the filling to also be strawberry, would have loved the filling to be almond. Croissant is more of a flaky dense bread texture not buttery fluffy pastry. Not the best I've had. Chocolate Chip Oat Cookie -amazing cookie, love a good oat cookie without raisins. This one did just that, would grab this again if we come back and they have it. Strawberry Rhubarb Hand Pie -seems like a permanent item, saw them prepping a ton more when we were there. My favorite item we got, pastry was fluffy and buttery. Not too sweet, filling was the strawberry preserve and some sort of custard. Seasonal Citrus Vanilla Danish - the citrus was charred with a torch which added too much burnt flavor. Not sure what citrus it was but also too strong and overpowering, slightly bitter as well. read more

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This place was good! Cute set up, kind and helpful staff, efficient considering there was constantly a line. I got the vegetarian breakfast burrito and a slice of the passion fruit tart/pie. The passion fruit cake pie was incredible. Super unique. I don't typically like "fruity" desserts but this was sooo good. The breakfast burrito was also pretty different from other ones I've tried. It was a nice flavor profile but probably would get something else or be okay with half next time. read more

Doubting Thomas - Veggie breakfast burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I was in the area at lunch time and stopped by on the recommendation from a friend. I had the pork belly bowl and it was absolutely amazing. My friends had a vegan burrito and a regular burrito and everyone was impressed with their food. Service was quick and the space is beautifully designed. read more

Doubting Thomas - Pork Belly Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I always passed by this place, never knowing how good of a breakfast menu they have! I came here last week with a friend after thinking of what we wanted to eat that morning. Since it was 8:30, I tried my luck and sure enough, I found street parking down the street. The cafe is fairly big with patio seating available as well. I got the doubtless burrito with cold brew and my friend got the pastrami breakfast burrito. Both were out of this world! I can easily say that this place might be up there as one of the better breakfast burritos in LA, maybe even one of the top contenders. Definitely bringing company when I come back next time! read more

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Shouldn't have doubted and delayed my visit for so long to this place. Sunny yet breezy LA last weekend was certainly perfect time to get some sun kisses sitting in the outdoor patio in front of the venue. They did have plenty indoor ones and worry not if you saw long line since it moved in a blink. They seemed to be super efficient with the system of having people placing orders before finding seats. Their pastries and cakes were the first ones hooking my attention, and surprise surprise people actually loved their brunch menu especially their burritos. We went for the #1 favorite, the Doubtless Burrito, following the attendant reco for a first timer. Oh my word, tons of shredded pork shoulder stuffed in the burrito with perfectly cooked egg and all the seasonings were on point! The filling portion surely worth the price. Never ever skip their Passion Fruit Pie and do hear everyone's reco about it. The graham cracker crust people were bragging about was indeed dabomb! The slice was such flawless combo of freshly tangy fruit flavor with sweet and slightly salty base. YUMMMM!! read more

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What an excellent breakfast/brunch spot! I've visited three times, and each time has been positive. The staff are welcoming and nice! My favorite is their Thomas Breakfast. It's a simple breakfast plate with two eggs, a biscuit, some bacon, a small salad, and jam. The salad is well dressed and cuts through the richness of the yolk. The biscuit is buttery and perfect with the jam. I gave my husband the bacon, and he said it was good because it wasn't salty. I enjoy their regular drip of coffee with a side of cream and sugar. It goes perfectly with their Passionfruit Pie! There is indoor and outdoor dining. There is free street parking. I highly recommend! read more

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Wait wasn't too bad on a Saturday! Their seasonal cold top is fig/citrus and it was actually pretty good!! Didn't get to try the food but it's super cute near Dollar Hits! read more

Doubting Thomas - Seasonal Cream Top Cold Brew - Fig - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

One of the best cafe/restaurants/bakeries in HiFi. Their passion fruit pie is a must try. The macadamia nut crust has the perfect crunchy buttery bite to it. The pie is slightly tart but not too sweet, and has a hint of condensed milk. Tastes like a dessert you would get in the Philippines. This can be ordered by the slice but whole pie requests are done online. When ordering you have to give them at least 3-4 days notice however I put in a last minute Christmas Eve pick up order (placed on the 23rd) and someone named Ana reached out via text to confirm my order right away. Super friendly. Their breakfast burritos are pretty good too. They used to have a earl grey pastrami burrito that was super tender, juicy, and almost aromatic. Haven't seen it on the menu in a while though. Decent amount of seating inside but parking can be tricky. Super busy during the week. read more

Doubting Thomas - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

As a foreigner, I hadn't realized how much I missed European-style breakfast restaurants. The atmosphere, menu choices, and even the restaurant layout were far more homey and casual compared to the typical American diner style. The service was inviting and prompt, and the coffee was solid. The food tasted fresh and was beautifully plated. While the overall flavors weren't mind-blowing, there's value in a consistent and casual eats that are easy to come back to! Doubting Thomas will definitely become a staple brunch option in my rotation. read more

Doubting Thomas - Thomas breakfast + Veggie Burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Been here prob 6 or 7 times for their doubtless breakfast burrito. It's 4 stars. coffee is good. Carrot cake was awesome. Burritos (specifically the way the eggs are cooked) can be inconsistent read more

Doubting Thomas - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Lovely cafe in Historic Filipinotown. Light seating indoors and out. That said, I wouldn't work from here for more than an hour or two. Don't be that person who sits there for more[1]. Doubting Thomas roasts their own product right in Los Angeles. Got their batch brew and was pleasantly delighted. It was bliss! The kitchen is an *operation*: multiple folks baking, prepping, plating. Between the line of customers waiting for coffee and staff delivering orders and bussing, there is a happy whirlwind of activity. Love the vibe. Besides coffee, they have sweet and savory items. (I'll be back for the latter.) Credit accepted. Bathroom available. Friendly service! [1] This cafe is on at least one "Coffee Shops for Getting Work Done" article. :3 read more

Doubting Thomas - Signage - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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It's hard to explain this... but the pastries taste far better than they look. I had the chocolate oat cookie and clementine danish as pictured. They honestly don't look like much and I was kinda doubtful of my choices, but they taste amazing. Truly makes me excited to try other pastries with how good these tasted read more

Doubting Thomas - Danish - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Stopped by Doubting Thomas for brunch and ended up really liking the place. It has that relaxed neighborhood vibe, and it's super close to Dollar Hits (Filipinos know that spot!), so it's easy to swing by before or after. We ordered the Chai ( Muddy? Dirty? forgot) and the Seasonal Cream Top Cold Brew. Both were decent--not amazing, but not bad either. The cold brew cream top was the better one of the two. The desserts were the real highlight. The Passion Fruit Pie was bright, creamy, and had that tart kick that makes passion fruit so good. The graham + macadamia crust was buttery and crunchy without getting soggy, which is rare. The heirloom apple, blackberry & vanilla custard hand pie tasted like a warm, cozy fall dessert. Crispy outside, soft and fruity inside, and not overly sweet. You can tell they really care about their pastries. For food, we tried the Veggie Breakfast Burrito, and honestly it tasted like something you'd get at most breakfast spots..sorry to say..nothing special, but very fresh. The Thomas Burger was the stronger pick. Juicy patty, melty cheese, a soft sesame bun, and the thick-cut fries were super crisp without being greasy. Service was quick, and the cashier had a cheerful, friendly vibe, which always helps start things off right. Overall, solid brunch spot. The pastries are the real reason to come...the passion fruit pie with the graham macadamia crust is absolutely worth stopping for. read more

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Doubting Thomas is a neighborhood gem. Staff is friendly . It's a low key vibe. I look forward to coming back and trying other things. My beef hash was served with over easy egg. I ordered a side biscuit. I loved the biscuit so much I got some to go. read more

Doubting Thomas - The Corned Beef Hash ... very tasty. It doesn't come with any bread I recommend a biscuit - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Lunch meeting set now where to have it? Doubting Thomas came up, I did the menu check for decent vegan items. Success meeting location set! I ended up arriving first and scoped the place out. It can be easy to miss the signage is easy to overlook and the facade outside is brutalist simple and unassuming of the fair within. On driving by I would have never known it existed. But that is not holding this place back because it was packed! While I waited for the rest of my party I scoped the baked good and a better look at the menu. I settled on the vegan adobo burrito and golden milk latte with almond milk. The atmosphere is chill interspersed by some greenery, the servers cashiers and staff are polite and wonderful! Excellent balance of service that's patient non intrusive and respectful! The burrito!!! OMFG was delicious! It had flavor spice and everything was NICE! Perfect pieces of vegan adobo spiced goodness in every bite! Well worth the price! The golden milk latte was delightful and I enjoyed every sip! I look forward to going back when I'm in the area! read more

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All good are good! We especially like the pork belly rice bowl. It comes with Chinese marinated tofu sauce with chili, very tasty. Drinks are a bit too sweet, matcha is powdery. Service is fine. Staffs are pretty attentive. Parking is a challenge, we parked 2 blocks away in a side Street... read more

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We had high hopes after seeing the good reviews online, but we were pretty disappointed. We ordered online for pick up, but they had not received the order when we arrived. They were very accommodating and had the kitchen start in our food ASAP, but we ended up waiting 30 minutes for our food when we were wanting to be in and out quickly. Vegan adobo burrito (3/5): not bad! I enjoyed the crispiness of the mushrooms and the flavor. However, I wish the potatoes were cut up into smaller chunks and seasoned better. Very generous with the avocado but maybe a little too generous because every other bite was completely avocado. Veggie breakfast burrito (1/5): we really didn't care of this one. Similar problem with too much avocado and large pieces of under-seasoned potatoes. I believe you can ask for your eggs different ways, but we made no modifications so it ended up being a fried egg which we didn't really love. Just overall not very flavorful and quite disappointing. Chocolate chip cookie (3/5): loved that there were large chocolate chunks within the cookie, but the actual texture of the cookie was more sandy rather than chewy or crispy. Lots of seating available. Street parking close by! read more

Doubting Thomas - vegan adobo burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I came here for brunch with my friend and really enjoyed the simple ambiance. It is a chill place to work or catch up with friends. I got a breakfast burrito and it came with so much pork! It was pretty tasty but a tad messy and greasy! (Kind of wish the tortilla was toasted longer to hold its shape...) I also got a hojicha latte and thought it was very tasty. I didn't get desserts this time but I've had DT's desserts before in the past and have always found their pies delicious! There is a single bathroom that's available for customers. :) Parking was easy to find around the block near the neighborhood. Or you can do metered street parking out front. read more

Doubting Thomas - Cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Today's goals, drink iced coffee and be merry. Because it's bloody 85 degree in LA. Without further ado let's tango. :D lol Doubting Thomas is a nice local coffee shop nestled below an apartment building in the Historic Filipinotown. They serve handcrafted pastries, pour over specialty coffee, tea, fresh squeezed drinks and breakfast/brunch food. Its contemporary architectural design in a spacious layout was well conceived: interior has abundant of natural light thanks to their large front glass windows. Furthermore, their mix 'n match seats and tables were robustly comfortable. I arrived today to grab lunch and coffee. I was warmly greeted by a young male staff. I adroitly grabbed their quaint menu and ordered an Iced Coffee and Chicken Katsu bowl. The cold drink was smooth and refreshing; food was bloody amazing. It's very flavorful, crisp and delightful. I dig the rice & dipping sauce that came with it. By far it's the BEST chicken katsu I have ever tasted. I had a Butter Croissant to go. It was good especially when warmed up; it's flaky on top and soft on the inside. From the moment I stepped inside, I sensed a good vibe as well as the service staff. Service was spot. Prices were competitive. Tax well it's LA (9.75%) lol. Free street parking is available as well as wifi. Collectively, it's a good coffee shop with amazing products and service. And to top it off I had a missed connection with cute woman in a red tank shirt x jean shorts with bunch of books; should have said hello. :D Overall, I had a joyful dine-in experience and loved the food/coffee drink. At the end, I have no doubt Doubting Thomas. I profoundly recommend you visit. read more

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Popular spot that seems to have waves of lines on and off. We waited about 10 minutes on a Sunday for lunchtime to order and then find a seat to wait for our food. Everything tasted good though the Thomas breakfast platter was just ok (eggs weren't cooked great). The hojicha latte was very good - can definitely taste the hojicha. The highlight of what we ordered was the seven grain pancake. Don't skip this! It was so unique and delicious. read more

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Came to this place before going to the airport. I got the croissant sandwich, and it was awesome. It looks like just a coffee shop, but it actually has a full menu + pastries. The croissant was very good and flavorful with bright orange eggs! You can definitely taste and see the quality they use. We also got breakfast burritos, which were good, but pretty ordinary. Why -1 star? We ordered coffee with all the food, but ended up waiting 15 minutes for it. We went up to them to ask why it's not here yet, and they said they forgot. That's why. The restaurant is very appealing to the eye with a very modern look and big glass windows all around. read more

Doubting Thomas - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

For a cafe, it was a tad loud and difficult to hear my brunch compadres despite there being no music. I appreciated the effort to change up the breakfast burrito as there were many different styles on the menu. Even so, I got the most classic one and ngl I had doubts. It was like having a pulled poker slider (a sweet pineapple tang) but just the sandwich insides. The tortilla wasn't enough as opposed to a slider's usual bun. I wish the green salsa was regular salsa verde but I liked the daintily pickled onions. Their pastries looked incredible and perhaps next time, I'll do that. read more

Doubting Thomas - Doubtless Burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Everything at Doubting Thomas that I've tried is delicious. The veggie burrito, the Thomas breakfast, the Croissandwich, the carrot cake....all delicious. It's the details that count. The crispy roasted potatoes in the the veggie burrito; the best tomatillo salsa and pickled onions in recent memory ; the perfect balance of complementary ingredients like arugula and avocado and buttery croissant in the croissandwich; the creamy and not overly sweet cream cheese frosting on the carrot cake; the intense flavor of the sparkling berry lemonade... these make for a perfect brunch. The service and wait staff are friendly and the indoor space is nice. The only downsides... 1. the seating is limited to mainly small tables for two. A party of three or more will find it challenging to procure a table when it's busy. There are only the small tables outdoors. 2. The puny side salsa and pickled onions that come with the veggie burrito need to be much better (bigger) portioned. Other than those two nits, Doubting Thomas wins in my book. read more

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Deceptive menu prices / practices. We stoped by the restaurant and a few days ago. It's an order at the counter kind of place. There is a sign that clearly states that any card transaction incurs a 4% fee. Fair enough, but there is another sign that states that the restaurant is cashless. This issue makes the fee mandatory and can't be avoided. This is deceptive as it forces everyone to pay the card fee. This is deceptive and potentially illegal, but let the city figure this one out. For the general community, avoid this place since they deceive the customer. read more

I wanted to update my review and include food since I came here for breakfast! My friend and I enjoyed our dishes a lot. The eggs had a good texture I just wish they were more flavorful I had to add salt. The sauce inside the sandwich on top of the greens was really good! The biscuit was good too with the jam. The service was good the employees are nice and there's a decent amount of seating. I also tried the banoffee pie and one of the danishes and they were just okay. The star of the show will forever be the passionfruit pie! read more

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I just moved into the area and needed some breakfast. Doubting Thomas did not disappoint. The doubtless breakfast burrito was filling and delicious. The pork was tender and the potatoes were golden. I also tried the seven grain pancakes which were the right amount of sweet. Service was great as well and food was ready on time, considering there was a bit of a line. The ambiance is nice as well, modern decor with indoor and outdoor seating. read more

I really wanted to like this place, but it falls short and I really don't ever plan to go back. The place itself is aesthetically pleasing with a cozy chic vibe. Oddly most of the tables were wobbly and not the correct height to seat level. So the table hits at your knees when you're sitting hence bending over your table more if eating. The only 2 things I semi-enjoyed were the dirty chai latte and the carrot cake slice. And the semi is because the latte was room temp at most but flavors were there, and the carrot cake itself was really good but the frosting was too sweet. Biscuit was dry. Jam was watery. Bacon and Eggs were just okay. Quesadilla was good but nothing great. And then we get to the danish pastry... as someone who bakes and has a family of chefs, I know when dough is underbaked. Cutting into this danish, I knew right away it still raw dough in the middle. When we brought to the girl's attention at the counter, she seriously tried to gaslight us and tell us that "oh that's the way it is because that's how it bakes with the custard." BS. We didn't even eat the rest of it. Such a waste of our money. Nothing enticing about this place to go back so I can't say I recommend it. Parking - it's all street parking. Some residential. Some metered. read more

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The bacon sandy was good and had a slight kick, but it's really small for $13. I like the texture of the English muffin. The strawberry rhubarb cake was slightly disappointing (tastes like a grocery store cake), and it was $11. I don't think the value / experience is worth the price read more

Doubting Thomas - Strawberry rhubarb cake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This place is very much for the Instagram vibes. I got the doubtless burrito, and unfortunately it really was a let down. The meat itself didn't have much flavor. And the salsa it came with was just ok. It' also is clearly put together to be aesthetically pleasing but not maximal for flavor. The potato is on one side and the egg is on another side - it made it hard to get a bite with all the flavors at once. Also for $20 it was a small burrito. I will say they clearly use high quality ingredients when I looked at the bowl my friend ordered. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing: but I went with what was most popular on Yelp and it was a let down for me. Especially since I love trying LA breakfast burritos. The service was very friendly! The parking can be tough, but we found a spot a block away. Overall I'm sad to say this was a very forgettable experience. read more

Doubting Thomas - Doubtless Burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Love coming here for a weekend brunch. It's street parking but it has never been difficult and there's always a line to order but it moves quickly and it hasn't been hard to get a table. The passion fruit pie is a must get, but any of the pastries and desserts are always delicious. My staple is the sage sausage breakfast sandy because it's a perfect portion and has the right amount of each ingredient. read more

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Doubting Thomas is amazing! Food is good but the pastries and baked goods and incredible! Idk who the pastry chef is but they are clearly talented and experienced. In my opinion, when you can make a pastry feel rich and light at the same time, you've figured it out. You've found that magical nexus of sweet but not cloying, rich but not heavy, decadent but you cant get enough of it. I think all food aspires to find this unicorn zone of balance and so many pastries here do exactly that. It speaks to the hours and hours of tweaking, experimenting, and obsessing over the details to find perfection. I love it and I hope they keep adding to their already large trove of treasures. The lines out the door speaks for themselves. Go try this place now and bring a friend because parking in this area can be a challenge. read more

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You come here for the cakes. I was hoping that the other cafe items were up to par, but the food quality was mixed. The passion fruit meringue pie was perfection as always. I was hoping that the coffee program was up to snuff. I got the apple pear cider latte. It was overly sweet and creamy. You could barely taste the espresso. For the food, we got the seasonal dishes. The winter bean soup was pricey for the size, but it was packed full of flavor. I never had such a tangy and salty umami bomb of a tomato in a soup. The other food was a salad (too plain and simple-dressed leaves) and the pork burrito (supposedly, this is the cafe favorite but was forgettable). I'm sad to say that the rest of the food was not of the same excellence as the cakes and pies. read more

I love their cake rotations & this one was a matcha chiffon cake. Definitely one of my favorites that they've made- I have returned multiple times for this one. The matcha flavor was strong and the cake was moist. It has a marigold soak, vanilla custard, fresh blueberries, & mizuba ceremonial matcha swiss meringue buttercream. read more

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There's not a lot I can say that others haven't already raved about. Great pastry case. Diverse enough menu with something for everyone. Not expensive. Not cheap. Very pleasant/modern interior and exterior. I think my favorite part of this cafe/restaurant is how much it celebrates natural light. And plenty of seating. Easy going and cordial staff. The line moves (short the Sunday we went). My pork belly rice bowl was REALLY good, but didn't blow my mind. Which is fine. That atmosphere more than compensates. And points for the pickled radish. Passionfruit pie was fantastic, but I could only eat it once or twice a year if I want to keep my figure. I want this place to stick around for a very long time. It deserves to become a neighborhood staple and local institution. read more

Stopped here for birthday cake and pastries. Friendly service and the interior is clean and open - you can see into the kitchen. Soooo hard to choose! Passionfruit is an absolute highlight- envision a key lime pie but substitute the flavor. Insanely delicious. Everything is well baked, fresh, and barely sweet (which I prefer). We were happy with all of our choices. While we were waiting for our box to be filled, we watched plates of food and fresh coffee being served. Definitely want to come back - they even make their own almond milk! read more

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Really enjoyed my egg / mushroom bowl from here. It was one of the best meals I've ever had. A bit out of the way but so worth it. I loved my coffee as well. Make SURE to get their pastries as well. Good spot to do work from as well! read more

Doubting Thomas - Mushroom Rice Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We sat outside and were bothered by the homeless nearby. This is not a safe setting, although the food was okay the workers should do something about the homeless. read more

I was really impressed by this brunch, especially since it's a relatively small cafe with a very casual atmosphere. But their menu definitely packs a punch! We tried 2 of their burritos because they just sounded delicious. And indeed they were. The pastrami breakfast burrito was the standout for me. Thick cut pastrami pieces were nestled inside a soft burrito shell with eggs, cheese & hashbrowns and it came with a side of Russian dressing. 11/10. The lomo saltado burrito was a close second, layered with skirt steak, rice, veggies, and French fries, and served with a chimichurri-like sauce. Everything just had so much flavor and I savored it all til the last bite. I saw so many other good options on their eclectic menu that I can't wait to try when I come back, like their pork & mushroom rice bowls, breakfast sandwiches, and even their pastries. The passion fruit pie looks amazing, I was eyeing it through the glass at their baked goods station. The cafe itself is a bit small, but they do have both indoor and outdoor seating. It seems like a great place to bring your laptop and get some work done while eating some delicious food. The wait staff were all very nice, attentive, and our food came out pretty quick especially given how busy it was. read more

Doubting Thomas - Pastrami burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Run, don't walk. Their passion fruit pie is incredible! It's more tart than sweet, which I personally prefer, and the crust is perfectly crisp. Food portions are generally smaller but they use high quality ingredients. I like the pork belly rice bowl. The slow braised pork belly tastes tender, egg yolk is orange, and the greens are fresh and well dressed. Street parking can be hard to find depending on when you come. Most of the neighborhood streets have street cleaning scheduled on Monday and Tuesday from 10am-1 pm. read more

Doubting Thomas - Pork Belly Rice Bowl and Thomas Breakfast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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