This is my favorite matcha by UCLA!! The hojicha is good as well. I like the boba milk teas, but…read morethe cups are a bit small so it's not where I'd go for the best value. Also, sometimes in the afternoon, the milk teas aren't available (when it's too late to brew more tea). The matcha here is creamy and earthy yet sweet. Most other matcha places in West LA have watery matcha, so I'm glad the matcha here is better. They use lactose-free milk by default. The shop is small and there is no seating inside. There are just two large tables outside, so you'll likely need to sit around strangers. Service is good, but a bit slow because of how small the store is. Keep an eye out for good deals!! They often have special promos that are great value. During promos the lines can be long, but they're still worth it in my opinion.

Just a lil confused -- I ordered the chonky banana matcha, saw that they "don't stir" and "don't do…read morestraws" ... and then my drink had all the banana stuff stuck at the bottom of the cup, so I couldn't taste it? No straws and no stirring meant I physically couldnt even get to the banana lol. I never really write anything other than good reviews, but like be so for real. I feel a little cheated??

I stopped by on a weekday morning during the summer and it was a great place to get some work done…read more There were a few other people working but plenty of open tables. I ordered an iced matcha latte and I wish I could taste the matcha more. They also have pastries and bagels if you are looking for a quick bite. The music was on point when I visited! It was so good I didn't have to put on my headphones. It's a chill spot to work or study especially during the summer when it's quieter on campus.

Located on the second floor of Kerckhoff Hall, you could smell the coffee on your way up the stairs…read morebefore you even make it to the second floor. There's a bit of a line to order but it goes by quick. The space is beautiful. But, as you can imagine, full. Not to worry, walk out and you'll find a giant courtyard with lots and lots of tables and chairs. Also, there are plenty of other study halls/rooms in this building. The LATTE is great. The UBE COFFEE CAKE is delicious.

got the "vanilla from the mountains of manila" latte: double espresso, house made Madagascar…read morevanilla syrup, choice of milk, and cold foam I loved that the flavor was light and not too sweet would come again

Such a cute spot!…read more Street or paid parking lot, inside has okay amount of seating but has a great vibe and is beautifully decorated. Service was great! The boys I ordered with and made my drinks were kind, friendly and efficient. Both lattes were great! I would be happy to return if in the area.

Such a cute cafe! My friend and I came this morning (Saturday) at 9am and it was already pretty…read morebusy! The owner/staff members are so nice. The Persian breakfast is excellent and very spot on to what my family and I grew up eating. A lot of menu items were Persian fusion too. I can't wait to come back and try more. Street parking is plenty. Prime location!

Very cute cafe. Cake choice was very unique and flavorful. It was good. Good coffee choice. Cute…read morecozy looking cafe. Staff was very nice too. WiFi available, Note : no restroom.

I loved the vibe in this place. The decor is beautiful and it's a quiet clean place to study. I got…read morea to go order, the coffee was excellent - the cookie butter latte was the perfect amount of sweet and the chai latte was heavily spiced and flavorful. Service was maybe not the friendliest, but I liked the coffee and the shop itself enough that it wasn't too big of a deal. I look forward to coming here again and staying for a while.

My experience at this cafe was very strange - when friends and I walked in on a Saturday afternoon,…read morethere were many students around but it was dead silent inside. No music or chatter at all. Upon ordering, about half of the items on the menu were not available. My friend ordered a chai, which came as purely as a steeped tea and without milk, which was fair but also somewhat unexpected. The drinks were ok. Not sure if this is the usual environment or maybe we visited on an off day.

On a weekend afternoon, I decided to try Malou Coffee, specifically their iced hojicha latte. It…read morewas smooth and refreshing with a nice roasted, nutty flavor that wasn't overly sweet. It was a great option for something that was not matcha or coffee. Service was good, as they were helpful in giving my friend and I recommendations based off our taste preferences.

The Butterscotch Latte is tooo bitter for my liking. It is not sweet at all to be honest. I asked…read morefor Japanese Brown Sugar Cold Foam after I tasted it to try & lighten up the flavor.. but it didn't work. I am willing to come back & taste their matcha next time. The photos online look promising. The workers were very genuine & sweet! The seating is very open & spacious. Everything appears to be super clean & aesthetic so that's a nice plus.

Great coffee, great environmen, great service ! what more can you ask for !! Can't recommend…read moreenough !

I stopped by on a Tuesday morning around 9am and almost every table inside was taken with people…read moreworking on their laptops. It seems like a great spot to get work done. I ordered an iced matcha latte with honey, and it was good! They also sell pastries and breakfast items. They have an outdoor area with a few tables and umbrellas. The cashier was kind and gave me a complimentary Tim Tam!

Starting off a BREW-tiful day at @moclosangeles…read more As a previous @ucla undergrad and current PhD student, Ministry of Coffee has been one of my favorite coffee shops in @westwoodvillage for many years. This hidden gem, hugely underrated Australian cafe features a menu with some of the BEST hot coffees I've had (with my recommendation being their Salted Mocha Latte), as well as delicious, wholesome breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes such as their lox bagel, egg sandwich (featured here), and avocado toast. Prices are a bit on the higher side for a student budget, but it's definitely well warranted for the quality of their drinks and food, and large portions. I also love how they have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating options, making it perfect to study, chat with friends, or grab a bite to eat on a lunch break. This spot can definitely get busy especially with so many college students milling around, but I've never had issues finding a spot to sit even during busy midterm and finals season. So glad to see that they've expanded to so many locations in LA, and highly recommend checking them out for an incredible cup of coffee to start your day!

Update September 2026…read more I had a Cappuccino here after eating a hearty early dinner at Boiling Crab down the street. I added an extra espresso shot to celebrate National Coffee Day. It was delicious. Service was on point and fast. I sat and savored some sips at the convenient outdoor seating, then was on my way bicycling to Bevery Hills.

This is my go-to spot for a cold brew with cloud cream on it. I'm there almost every morning and…read morealways greeted with a smile from the employees. They're super friendly and knowledgeable when it comes to any coffee related questions that you might have. The manager that I usually see, Mel, is absolutely awesome and a pleasure to chat with. The space itself is pretty large, so there is generally somewhere to sit. They do have an outdoor area as well, it's a lovely little deck with some tables and chairs that nicely arranged. If you're in Westwood, it definitely worth stopping by. They open at 7, but I often see people lining up before then!

i should've spotted a corporate slop coffee chain from a mile away and ran :/…read more alfred's is like... OKAY. nothing to rave about. it's there when you wanna feel superior over ur friends getting starbucks across the street. the price? ALOT LMFAO. my tiny drink (smallest size btw) cost TEN DOLLARS. this gives me a love/hate relationship with LA and their coffee scene because that is ridiculous. all because i asked for an extra shot of matcha... a DOLLAR. i'm from the IE and no drink costs more than 8 bucks with adjustments, which is still a lot but at least they're small businesses. i heard from my friend other Alfred's have much greener matches, because even with my extra shot it wasn't as potent. nonetheless, the peach syrup was absolutely delicious and not artificial at all.... BUT THERE WASNT ENOUGH. i had to ask for extra syrup when my friend's same order was initially sweeter. the coconut foam was yummy too, but it's just the lack of consistency and attention to detail that cannot justify the really STEEP price of this place. any other small-business would weigh out the matcha, syrups, make sure the price is reasonable (i think), and so forth. i don't think i'll be back to alfred's westwood location, but if the desire for fruity milk and the slightest bit of matcha flavor hits me, maybe another location would do... ACTUALLY NAH IM IN LOS ANGELES. Ktown is RIGHT THERE LMAO. bye yall see u at ROK instead :PPP

Decent matcha! The matcha is more liquidy though and the sweetness is on the milder/ balanced side…read more I don't mind! But it's not a super strong and rich matcha taste. The spinach and feta danish was delicious! I will be thinking about it and coming back for it soon. They also have $15 breakfast burritos if you want food. Service was quick and the employees were friendly. There are maybe like 8 small tables. Most of the seating is in the patio. There is a little bit of seating inside.

I got the banana bread latte and unfortunately I couldn't really taste the banana bread. It was…read moremore cinnamon focused if anything. I really liked the brown sugar miso latte though, it has a nice combo of sweet and savory! Inside they have a couple tables but they also have a small outdoor patio space as well.