Cute coffee place with great service. Josh and Michelle are super friendly and run a solid establishment. I ordered online (Grubhub sucks, lesson learnt) - a pour over and a chai latte. When I arrived, it took a while to find the place. I asked about the pour over only to realize that the PO wasn't my favorite. Not a big deal, it had a good nose. Josh immediately offered to re-do with his favorite, a Costa Rican blend at no charge. It was a good decision to let him swap. The pour over was perfect with a great nose and rich, developed flavors, and a slightly sour aftertaste that I like from anaerobic coffee beans. They use v60 for their pour overs and don't rush the process. The coffee selection rotates and you can tell they curate well. They typically buy blends from Lightwave coffee, a specialty local LA roaster. Would love it if they could source some single origins. The chai latte on the other hand wasn't our favorite. It lacked a punch and was a little sweet (probably the non-dairy milk since the brew is technically supposed to be unsweetened). We also picked up a protein salad that looked fresh. Location: This shop can be hard to find, it's at the back of a commercial office building, and requires a short walk to locate the garden area. Parking on street is metered. Tip: Park in the garage, and get 3 hours free validation. read more

Its a nice cafe with friendly staff! I got an iced pumpkin spice latte with pistachio milk - their coffee has a milder flavor, and overall it wasnt too sweet! Remember to park at the colorado center parking garage- they validate you for 3 hours. I can see myself hanging out with friends and getting some work done, the surrounding park/patio area is quite nice too. read more

Elabrew Coffee - PSL Latte, iced with pistachio milk, plus parking validation - Cafes Near Me - Santa Monica, California

This is a woman-owned establishment, so if you want to support women-owned businesses, this is that place. I find it incredibly convenient to my workplace, and so have frequented this coffee shop a few times. The staff is always friendly, and the service is hassle-free. It's not huge inside, but there is usually a 2-person table available, although most times, I sit outside in the California sunshine. My favorite item to order here is the chai and sometimes they dust it with cinnamon powder for me. read more

I stopped here for a quick matcha latte before coming into work. There was an event the day before where they catered tea and coffee for the people who worked in the area and I thought the hibiscus tea was delicious so I decided to get something else from here. I had matcha from another spot down the block and it was a bit too sweet. Coming here was a breath of fresh air. The matcha was great! I usually don't drink mine with sugar or any sweeteners in it but the fact that they asked me made my day(it was the little things in this case). The place is located inside a plaza so I did have some trouble locating it but overall, worth the trek. Next time I'm in office, I'll be sure to stop here! read more

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Food and coffee is great! And don't even get me started with the customer service, everyone is so accommodating and kind! Joy is one of the nicest coffee shop owners I've ever met. She has the kindest and down to earth energy The bulgogi burrito is amazing and matcha latte is 10/10 reccomend read more

I went it to grab a coffee to go. No greeting, when I got to counter it felt like I was bothering the barista who was busy talking to his friend. After ordering, I went to check items that they sell and after a few minutes I see a coffee waiting on the counter. I had to ask if that was mine and barely got a head nod. Mind you the space is small, and basic respectful customer service would have been to let me know verbally that it was ready. It was likely the worst latte I've ever had, tasted super watered down and you could tell the guy didn't care at all to make it. $7 (+ requested tip) for a terrible latte served with an attitude, definitely don't recommend you going there. read more

The coffee here is out of this world! The coffee we had was sourced from Lightwave Coffee, a local company in LA, and we just had to leave with a bag of beans to take home after we tried their cold brew and espresso. The Kyoto cold brew (single origin Gesha) legit smelled like blueberries. The coffee doesn't just have a roasted "diner coffee" flavor, but it really smells like the tasting notes, from fruity to earthy to sweet. This was made super clear when the staff, who were really helpful and engaging, talked us through their roasting process and let us smell different beans from their bags behind the counter. The citrus notes really shone through. The chocolate notes really hit like chocolate. The space outside is lovely to sip your drink and read a book, catch up on emails, or enjoy time with friends! read more

After a long drive being stuck in traffic I needed something to pick me up and luckily found this coffee shop. The place is nicely decorated and has a variety of your favorite drinks. Decided to just get a cappuccino and call it day but I will be back next time I'm visiting this plaza. read more

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Having a long commute sucks but luckily Elabrew Coffee is close by for a little pick me up to keep my work day moving. The staff here is extremely friendly and honestly, pretty quick with making my order. I usually order a matcha latte here which is one on the better matcha latte's I've had. But they have a solid selection of coffee and a menu that isn't overwhelming with too many options which is great. The quality is stellar and the taste is satisfying as well. I could easily just use the coffee machine in the office but great service and great quality drinks keep me coming back. Overall a great experience. read more

I have this rule that I only go to coffee shops once. There are so many independent coffee shops in LA, enough to try in a lifetime, and the goal is to knock as many as I can off my list. But this place? I'd come back. Their iced lavender latte is to die for! You can park in the garage, they validate parking up to 3 hours which is a great deal. We didn't know where to walk in the complex but it was the most popular place- just look for the line out the door. But don't worry, it moves fast. They also offer a free cookie with check in. Unfortunately they were all out but offered me a croissant instead. Everyone who works here seems really genuine. They don't just ask "How's your day going", its real conversation. All while keeping the system moving. I was blown away, probably the friendliest staff ever at a coffee shop. We took our drinks (fair price and large quantity) to the setting in the plaza. There are a lot of chairs and tables to choose from. It was a beautiful day to sit under the gazebo in a rocking chair and watch the people come and go. Perfectly place to work or meet someone. read more

Elabrew Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Santa Monica, California

The staff here is extremely welcoming and helpful. Lots to choose from with syrups made in house. This tucked away gem amongst the hustle and bustle is a real treat. Sweet tooth friends , one check in gets you the cookie of your dreams. I went with the regular hot coffee not too strong not too light - it's just right :-). read more

Elabrew Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Solid coffee shop if you're in the area. The iced mocha at 50% sweetness is my go-to. The Kyoto drip is a rare find for the cold brew fanatics. Warning it is VERY caffeinated - this is all nighter fuel only. Took of one star because my order got messed up a few times when ordering in person. I think if they just write it on the cup that would help them a lot. read more

Elabrew is a great cafe that's located in the courtyard that hulu is adjacent to. I don't work in any of the buildings near Elabrew but I live really close-by. I only came by two weeks ago on a Friday afternoon to get quarters for laundry, after calling ahead and checking that I could do such a thing. I also got the Lavender Latte, iced, and it was delicious. what was cool was that they gave me the drink without a lid and straw so I had the option to not get a straw. thank goodness Oliver T. reminded me to just take the drink as is! i also tried to check in for a free cookie but they don't have pastries on Friday so i couldn't get one :( but the guy working said to just bring it back again and i would get one! the staff is really nice and the drinks are a little more expensive, but it's really good and worth imo if you work or live around here :) read more

My only complaint about this place used to be their branding and signage, but they've just rebranded/renamed themselves with a much more appropriate look/feel to match their third wave brews, so... I'm updating my review to give them an unequivocal 5 stars. As another plus, they've also since expanded their offerings to include Sightglass coffees alongside their Stumptown. Great coffee, and the staff is awesome. read more

Came to the Colorado Center for a bit and needed a little pick me up so came to Elabrew Coffee. I wasn't looking for anything in particular and was probably going to get a latte or coffee but ended up getting their lavender latte since it was a special. After a bit of a wait but not long at all, I got the order at the counter. The latte was pretty flowery, which some would say become soapy, but I didn't feel that way. I feel it was made well with a good depth of flavor and it wasn't too sweet. I'd prefer if it was hotter but I didn't asked for it to be extra hot so that could be on me. In addition to drinks, they had pastries, some ready-to-eat packaged items and a little mini-mart type place with some chips and Pocky. If you are in the area and need a place to get some work done, I'd suggest it. Seating is very limited but if you happen to be there, I'd say why not? Worth a visit but not worth the visit if you need to trek there. read more

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A great coffee joint if you're looking to support local! I did take a star off because the service was a bit slow and it wasn't the BEST dirty chai I've ever had but however it was still solid. I no longer work in the area but do recommend if you do! read more

Convenient, tasty lattes, friendly service! I come here every now and then when I need an afternoon dose of coffee. I almost always go for the lavender or matcha latte with oat milk! they don't come presweetened so you can add sweetness to your liking, and you can bring your own cup for them to fill (#savethetrees)!! They've also got good snacks for sale -- Nora seaweed crisps are flames-- and the baristas are always super friendly. A few cons are that there's not a lot of indoor seating and it's almost $6 for a latte. I'd give it 5 stars if the prices were a bit better, but honestly all the restaurants in the center are pretty expensive. If I was loaded I'd prob come here more often but for now I'll stick to my free office coffee and come here when I'm trynna splurge. read more

Was looking for a place to read and while there isn't much room inside the coffee shop itself, it is located in the Colorado center which has plenty of outdoor seating. I did get lost trying to find this place because there is no exterior sign differentiating it from a large food hall/cafeteria right next to it. You do get your parking validated with any purchase and a free cookie with yelp check in. My coffee and free cookie were both delicious! Would definitely come back! read more

Elabrew Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Specialty coffee at its mediocrity. Check. Hoping for better results, I made two trips to Elabrew Coffee's Santa Monica retail outlet with no expectations. Before we delve into this, allow me to introduce a brief backstory. They say that three times' a charm but that was not necessarily the case with my experiences at Elabrew Coffee Hollywood. I'd like to believe that 3 visits there would have yielded better crafted espresso especially after giving them feedback twice about their over extraction. My last visit to Elabrew Hollywood featured under extracted expresso. In case you're interested in reading more, click on this link: http://www.yelp.com/biz/elabrew-coffee-hollywood#hrid:-nYHQlxYZf909TVDv3kBQQ Essentially, Elabrew Coffee is consistent at both locations, regardless of whatever espresso bean is used. With prices on par with competing specialty coffee retailers, you would expect higher quality milk of the likes of Straus Barista or Clover Organic. I simply do not consider Rockview Farms as premium milk for specialty coffee beverages as lower quality milk tends to leave sour finishing notes that annoyingly linger on your palate. Caffe Latte - Kuma Coffee "Las Nubas, El Sal" ($4.25 small): 2/5 http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/elabrew-coffee-santa-monica?select=nkvS034FgumyMLBzIWFS7g Whoa!!! Did somebody just pull me some Starbucks? Man alive, these shots tasted super burnt! To further complicate matters, there was a pungent sour note on finish that would not go away. Cappuccino - Bows & Arrows Coffee "Honduras" ($4.00): 2.5/5 http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/elabrew-coffee-santa-monica?select=h7Ul7sdGiJPjGMTerLAbcg Now it's time for under extracted shots of Bows & Arrows Coffee! I've had great experiences with Bows & Arrows pulled at two other retail coffee shops here in LA but this one was somewhat disappointing. All I have to say is if you are struggling to taste espresso in your cappuccino, that is not a good thing. Unlike the caffe latte I had before, this beverage finished mildly sour. Will the third time be a charm? I guess we'll never know. I am a bit apprehensive about coming back but if I worked at Colorado Center, I'd be more apt to give them business (fingers crossed) instead of Starbucks. Hopefully Elabrew slows their multi-roaster rotation a bit. If they do, I believe they'll place more focus on getting the proper perimeters and pull better shots. Oh, and one more thing...change your milk, please? read more

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Yay! I'm a fan hahahha. I got a hazelnut latte but they have lots of options! Work at the Water Gardens and this coffee shop is only a little walk away! This cute little coffee shop has all the different contraptions from pour overs to your espresso machines. Will definitely be coming over here instead of the local Starbucks... read more

Elabrew Coffee - Hazelnut latte - Cafes Near Me - Santa Monica, California

I really think this location needs attention from the owners. Guys that work there now leave much to be desired. Most of the times the line is super long, they don't appologies for the wait... And they get the drink wrong so so often! Person who is making the drink seems to be flying in the clouds and so confused if the drink was iced or hot. I miss the previous staff who were a pleasure to visit. What happened to them all?? I added a star just because I still like the taste of my coffee. read more

Local coffee brewhouse in the Yahoo! Center here in Santa Monica. I come here frequently to get some freshly ground coffee and snacks. Think Starbucks meets Intelligentsia. It's neither of those aforementioned places, but has certain attributes of both that make you feel comfortable. Let's face it, coffee houses are as picky a choice as a person's pair of shoes. To me, Brew Coffee Bar takes out all the glitz and kitchiness of other uber-hipster coffee bars popping up around LA. Come here to grab a good quality cup of joe and enjoy the modern garden outside in the Yahoo! center courtyard! read more

My boyfriend recommended that I try this place, and I'm glad I decided to try it out! There's a beautiful fountain in the shape of a pitcher right outside Elabrew. I love how much light fills the shop, and they have cute little tables and chairs here too. Unfortunately, the chef was out today so I tried the bacon and cheese biscuit instead along with a cappuccino. The biscuit was very fluffy and large. There wasn't a lot of bacon in there. In fact, I don't think I even tasted it, but I absolutely loved the delicate crispiness to it. Cappuccino was served beautifully and had a nice roasted taste. Everyone was so friendly and wished me a happy Friday too! Great experience here, and this is the perfect setting for being productive and catching up with an old friend. Note: there are no outlets here read more

Elabrew Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Coffee is really good, small amount tho. The place is inside a building hard to find. No parking.

Really cute coffee shop. A little bit small but it makes the vibe more home-y and warm. The barista working here today was awesome! Super sweet and helpful to us noobs who didn't even know if we could park there (parking is validated for 3 hours). We had a ton of questions about where to study, outlets, etc and she happily answered it all. I had a matcha tea latte that was perfect, not too sweet and not too bitter. Cups are hand stamped with their name and a cute print. Also got a free muffin for checking in. Normally, it's a cookie but since they ran out, she gave me a muffin. Tons of study space outside of the coffee shop and there are a few outlets on the wall next to the tall table in the middle. All-in-all, great place to study and grab good study beverages/snacks. read more

Elabrew Coffee - Cute cups and a free cookie (ran out of cookies so I got a muffin instead ^__^) if you check in! - Cafes Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Just okay. Location is inconvenient for those that don't work in the corporate center, so I wouldn't come here except my car is getting serviced at VW across the way and am killing time. That said, I ordered my regular matcha latte. The matcha to me was tasteless and weak. Temperature was fine. Another plus though was the large selection of gluten free pastries, although the scone I had was a bit dry. And for a hot drink and a small pastry I paid $8.50, pretty steep. I also didn't care for the loud obnoxious rap music with obscenities at 8am in the morning (don't get me wrong I like hip hop and rap just not "F" words blaring in my ear early in the morning). This place is trying to hard to be hip. I'm sure their pour over coffee is good, so next time I'll try this, if I have $10 I want to blow. Until then I'll stick to Peets. read more

I work in the office park where Elabrew is located and I'm definitely a fan. Good coffee served by really nice, fun people in a funky environment. The art and design isn't really to my taste, but they get a lot of fun products in (cupcakes, pastries, ice cream, juices, etc.) for those 3:00 snack times. It's nothing mind boggling, but it is also good coffee at Starbucks prices where the employees seem more comfortable and relaxed. I know they do the latte art and stuff, not a big deal to me, but give me good service and I'll stick around. read more

Elabrew Coffee - Joked that it was a 'meh' day so I got some 'meh' latte art to celebrate it. Made me laugh. - Cafes Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Strong coffee. Great iced tea. Quick service. And nice people. This is everything you want out of a coffee shop. It's also conveniently located walking distance from work. Will be going back! read more

Espresso: 4.0 stars Latte: 3.5 stars Pastry: 4.5 stars The ratings here are based on a somewhat limited sample, so take it with a grain of salt, but here we go. Elabrew does specialty coffee well, but I wouldn't call it outstanding. If you're in the area, stop by, but don't make a special trip. Espresso: 4.0 stars Espresso was good. Nutty, slightly chocolate-y, and overall well-extracted. I enjoyed it. But when it's surrounded by neighbors that consistently pull fantastic shots of richly flavored coffee, it doesn't stand out. Latte: 3.5 stars Unlike the espresso, I felt the lavender latte was lacking. Neither coffee nor lavender stood out in this drink, leaving me with a sort of Lavender latte was kinda bland and dull--neither the coffee nor the lavender stood out. Pastry: 4.5 stars Our strawberry-almond croissant was great. Perfectly flaky pastry, lined with tasty almond paste and filled with some darn satisfying strawberry jam. They hit a delicate balance with these two flavors--both deliver bold flavor without overpowering the other. It's not often that I get a small pastry for $4.50 and think it's totally worth the price (although don't get me wrong--they should make it cheaper). I wanted to get a pourover to really taste their coffee (espresso and pourover are very different beasts), but they told me that they don't do pourover any more. Shame too--they had an Ugandan coffee that smelled delicious. read more

I come here mainly because it's convenient during lunch breaks. So I've been here about 20 or so times and have had their baked goods many times and depending on the batch they're usually hit or miss for flavor and freshness so consistency is an issue here. Additionally, my major gripe here is their coffee, I usually like ice coffee drinks sometimes with flavor (mocha, vanilla) and sometimes without and then thing is their coffee here is always heavily milked down so much so that I see them put about 1 cm of expresso in a regular sized cup and the rest is just milk. It makes it so every time I order a drink here it taste like bad milk. I'm not going to lie, with all of that said, I'll most likely be back because the alternative is Starbucks and well I'm not a fan of there's much more so. read more

I just happened upon the sweetest coffee cafe during my afternoon walk in Santa Monica! Yum is how i can best describe the three delicious cookies i just gobbled up! A sea salt choco chip, a buttery Mexican wedding cookie plus a macadamia delish! I wish i had a cup of coffee to go with it - next time!!! You will appreciate the friendly service & the eclectic vibe - i look forward to my next visit and perhaps i will see ya there. Cheers to a good cookie and a nice warm cup of coffee to go with it. Enjoy! read more

Elabrew Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Santa Monica, California

This place is hidden inside the Colorado center but it's a nice local spot. After finding it near the gym on the inside plaza, I went in to find a cute boutique cafe. Two baristas were running the place and they were both really friendly. I decided on a latte and it was perfectly executed by the barista with a little latte art to top it off. The espresso was perfectly pressed and the milk perfectly aerated. Loved the condiment bar too- agave, cinnamon, cocoa powder, and raw sugar all available for use. Loved this spot. A little out of the way for people who don't work in the building or live locally, but a nice little gem. read more

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Bought 2 coffees and 1 chai latte and was charged $24. Ridiculously over priced. Will not be coming back.

A nice space to do work for SMC-CMD students and for employees of local companies to gather over a good cup of coffee! There's even a mini-game room with a few arcade machines and a ping pong table! Lots of outdoor seating to enjoy the Santa Monica sunshine and breeze :) read more

Love Elabrew and its coffee. I go every morning. They have amazing croissant and pain au chocolat (I am picky given that I am french). Very friendly staff and a fabulous owner! Marie-Louise read more

Wow the people that work here they're just amazing you can't find better service at any other cafe!! I'm so excited about this place I'm going to come here every day of my life for the rest of my life. And the taller guy plugs in my charger into the ceiling that was super awesome will never forget it.oh! And the employees have really good ink/tattoos UPDATE: Actually they're so unfair and they didn't have a cookie they said that they would offer a free cookie and I was so excited about that cookie and they didn't have it at all. read more

Elabrew is a small specialty coffee shop in Santa Monica serving single origin coffees. Located in the corporate office park that is Colorado Center, it's not your typical neighborhood institution. The shop itself is fairly small and has no seats, chairs, or tables. Instead, there's plenty of comfortable seating outside: beautiful wooden tables lounging under canvas umbrellas, and a covered patio for those rare rainy days. The furniture looks like it was chosen for a five star resort. I suspect most customers just take their drinks back to the office. But on a gorgeous sunny day like today, that would be a sad thing to do. Elabrew serves beans from a rotation of such renowned roasters as Ritual and Stumptown. They have a number of different preparation utensils, including a siphon. If you want a custom order, I'm sure they will be happy to oblige. When you walk in, it's hard to miss the large three-foor-tall Kyoto-style cold brew apparatus on the counter. It was fascinating to watch the coffee drip one drop at a time into the flask at the bottom. But today was not hot enough for cold brew. I chose a Stumptown Honduras off the pour-over menu. The coffee was prepared meticulously and carefully. Stumptown tends to have a bitter smoky edge to it, and this cup was no exception. However, it lifted as the cup cooled, revealing milk chocolate sweetness and an almost floral delicacy. Very Nice. I also had a single origin espresso from a roaster in Olympia, Washington. It was from Burundi and very fruity: blueberry and grapefruit, with a luscious smoothness. Parking is validated for three hours, so there's no excuse not to make Elabrew a destination to meet friends, or treat yourself, even if you don't work in the Colorado Center. Elabrew is the perfect place in Santa Monica to enjoy the sun, park-like tranquility, and a super-delicious cup of coffee. read more

Office parks = captive areas where you end up paying a bajillion dollars for mediocre food. Not the case at Elabrew. Come by on the reg to pick up some cold brew during the workweek (when I'm often missing the third wave coffee rat race I enjoy to be pretentious about when I'm back home on the east side). Really enjoy the tunes, the staff, and their knowledge re: coffee. Also - really into the snacks, they bring in some home made pop tarts that are seriously the JAM. They also hook you up with the complimentary cookie if you check in on Yelp. read more

Went here so excited to try everything! Ordered the Kyoto cold brew, a vanilla latte, siphon coffee, & hot chocolate. The hot chocolate was definitely really good & that's what gets them the 2 stars. The latte was really well made looks & consistency wise, but really lacked on the flavor. The siphon pour over was just not good at all. Flavor was all wrong, nothing like other great coffee places I've been to. And their Kyoto cold brew! What a joke! It was not drinkable. Had a sour taste & not at all like the Kyoto blend I've tasted in NYC or at Blue Bottle in SF. The people there were great but definitely inferior coffee & would not come back again. read more

I think that their cappuccino especially is consistently better than Cafe Luxxe, and their other drinks are on par or slightly better depending. Pastry selection could use some work, particularly around options that aren't a 500 calorie commitment -- the stuff they have is great, but sometimes you don't want to have lunch in your snack. The staff is super courteous and hospitable, must be the owner's hotel training or something. Anyway, if it's convenient to go to, it's far superior to the nearby coffee options, and arguably the best option in the Santa Monica/West LA/Brentwood/Venice area. read more