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    Espresso Hour

    4.2 (18 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Pamela M.

    Being a DTLA girl I have been searching high and low for the best DTLA shops. I have a few favorites, but this place stole my heart. One of the best coffees I've ever had. Everyone is lovely and welcoming. The space offers seating to work or drink your coffee. I would recommend anything on their menu. My favorites are Trini's horchata latte & Brown sugar rush. I can't stop myself from coming daily it's THAT GOOD. Support your local latina owned businesses!

    Hosai W.

    Stopped by Espresso Hour for a quick coffee run and loved it. Cute minimalist décor, super friendly baristas, and great drink recommendations. We tried the horchata latte, hot chocolate, brown sugar latte, and a classic latte -- and everyone loved their drinks. Cozy spot with great vibes. Definitely worth trying.

    Iced latte
    Pedro R.

    Such a cozy atmosphere ... feels like you're in an episode of friends where everyone feels like family. It's very chique inside so definitely the place to go if you want to take pictures. I recommend the pistachio lavender iced latte ... The owner and barista are always there to help you and I've never had this level of customer service before. 5/5

    Trini's Horchata Latte
    Luis H.

    As someone who is an everyday coffee drinker this place is it! Amazing drink selections and so far my top drink is the Trini's Horchata Latte with an extra shot. By far the best drink on the menu!!

    Espresso Hour is such a cute coffee shop in Downtown LA. The brown sugar latte is 10/10 and you can't beat their prices.
    Nancy M.

    I can't brag enough about this coffee shop so affordable to be in Downtown LA, the brown sugar latte is a 10/10. Customer service is 10/10 Laura the owner instantly makes you feel like a friend as soonest you walk in and Vanessa knows how to get your coffee right.

    Brown sugar to perfection

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    Worst coffee, worker inattentive , girl there was paying attention to her phone more than customers

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    I got the brown sugar coffee and it was SO good. The owner is so kind and helpful as well! Definitely recommend!

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    Great service & coffee. I love the minimalist look of this coffee shop. It's very aesthetic!

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    The baristas are very welcoming, my go to drink is the Horchata latte is amazing 10/10

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    4.3(1.5k reviews)
    2.6 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
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    Drinks: - Matcha einspanner has a good balance of sweet and…read moreearthy flavors - Tiramisu latte is alright, too sweet Parking: - If you come before lunchtime, you can park in the lot for free! - If you come after/during lunchtime, good luck finding street parking or you can pay valet Seating: - Plenty of seating all throughout the store - Many outlets! Of all the alchemist locations, this one is superior because of the abundance of parking and seating

    While the coffee was undeniably delicious, it's the experience--and how it made me feel--that will…read morelinger... I ordered a pour-over to enjoy in-house. When I went to pick it up, I grabbed a saucer to avoid spilling on my way back to my seat. Before I could even walk away, one of the baristas snatched it from my hand and said, "You're not allowed to use that. The saucers go with the latte mugs!" I paused, glanced at the empty café behind me, and replied, "There are plenty available--surely I can use one." He continued, in a dismissive tone, speaking to me in a way that felt unnecessarily disrespectful. I chose to walk away and still enjoy my pour-over. But it's not just about serving good coffee. As Maya Angelou reminds us, people will always remember how you made them feel. And in this space, I felt unwelcome. As a paying customer--one who tipped in advance--that behavior felt undeserved and unwarranted. For that reason, there's no need to return.

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    4.1(1.4k reviews)
    2.7 miKoreatown
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    I had a day to spend in LA, and my local friend insisted that I try Memorylook's hojicha…read moreeinspanner. She let me know that Memorylook is known for einspanners and they have their own parking lot. When there's a parking lot on-site, say less.. Parking wasn't too difficult to come by, and there are even a few electric charging spots if you need it. I stopped by around noontime and there were people inside/outside chatting, working, taking pics in the photobooth, etc. The line went by quickly and I had my hojicha einspanner in no time! It was so tasty!! The cream top was light and not too sweet. The hojicha was smooth. I really enjoyed it, and the latte definitely helped me keep cool while driving around LA on such a hot day. If I lived in LA, I could see myself coming here to do work on my laptop or to meet a friend. Such a cute, spacious spot!

    I came around 5 pm on a Wednesday and was able to find a seat inside without issue…read more Parking:5/5 Easy free lot parking out back Ordered : Matcha einspanner 4/5: this was delish, it tasted more of a dessert rather than a matcha bevy. The cream top works nicely with the matcha, the matcha flavor is pretty light Blood Orangeade 1/5: this was honestly not my fav. I didn't end up finishing it, it tasted like syrup+sparkling water. The drinks weren't spectacular, but given the easy parking and tables, I'd prob come back to study

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    Kokoro No Coffee - Matcha Latte and Latte with Coffee Jelly and Einspanner Cream I think? SO DELICIOUS

    Kokoro No Coffee

    5.0(17 reviews)
    0.9 miLittle Tokyo, Downtown

    What an absolute treat in the Japan Town area! Not too far from the center, just a short walk away…read moreis Kokoro No Coffee- a pop-up coffee shop at Aloha Cafe. I stumbled across their Yelp page when I was visiting from out of town and checked the Instagram for their hours on a Saturday afternoon and was happy to see they were open! I am a sucker for pop-up coffee shop/cart concepts so I had to check it out. The pop-up is easy to find, it's outside facing into the parking lot, and they had a cute A-frame sign out by the street side. There was no line, and I ordered and sat down at one of the tables out front. The service was so warm, and I believe the shop is owned and operated by one man on his own! He was an absolute delight to meet, and he brought my matcha latte to me at the table when it was prepared. He suggested I get the cream top on it, and boy was that the perfect recommendation. I would say I'm a little bit of a matcha fiend... I think I got a matcha latte at 3 different places this day... and this one far surpassed the others. I think it was one of the best matcha lattes I have ever drank to-date. It was perfectly green, the matcha quality was phenomenal, both taste and look-wise. The texture was just right, perfectly creamy with barely any grittiness. The cream top only added to the drink, and didn't take away from the matcha flavor at all, which I feel like has happened at other places for me. I'm dreaming of this matcha latte days later, and need to go back to Kokoro No Coffee as soon as I am in town again. This was a spectacular find, and I hope this spot gets all the love it deserves! There is truly nothing like a great business ran by a great person and you can tell there's so much intention put into this concept. Highly, highly recommend and I could not sing praises more!

    Got there at 9am and ordered drinks. Friendly service and delicious coffee beans. Great pop up…read morespot to support located at Aloha Cafe in little Tokyo! I could see some outdoor sitting option to wait or enjoy coffee being helpful, yet currently it is only take out with paper and plastic cups available.

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    Kokoro No Coffee - So good!!!!!!!

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    Archives Of Us - Matcha Einspanner

    Archives Of Us

    4.5(462 reviews)
    1.4 miDowntown
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    Came here on a Monday morning so I could get some work done while my husband studied, and it was…read moresuch a great experience. The café is located within an apartment complex and offers underground parking, which the coffee shop validates the first hour is only $3. Street parking is also available. You follow the café signs to an elevator, and once you arrive, you're welcomed into a moody, beautiful space. DOGS ARE ALLOWED which is awesome. There's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. The outdoor area feels like a balcony terrace combo with a small but lovely view of the LA skyline. We sat here and our doggo enjoyed a nap in the sun. It's a great spot to work, study, or catch up with friends without feeling cramped or rushed. The staff was incredibly kind, welcoming, and friendly. They offer a nice variety of drinks, and we ordered an iced matcha latte and a hot Madagascar vanilla latte. For pastries, we chose a guava madeleine and a cookie butter madeleine. Everything is made fresh, and they actually whisk the matcha for each drink, which really shows in the quality. Our drinks came out quickly and were delicious. I loved my matcha, and my husband really enjoyed his latte. The pastries were also great, especially the cookie butter madeleine. This café is dog-friendly, which is a nice bonus. Overall, it was such a pleasant experience, and we'll definitely be back.

    Parking is difficult and expensive. You have to park separately, walk over, and take an elevator up…read moreto the cafe. They only validate for 30 minutes, which honestly feels short given the setup. The vibes are immaculate though. Excellent music selection and sound quality -- it made the space really easy to focus in (unless you hate music). That alone elevated the experience a lot for me. I went on a Monday around 5 PM and they had no food available, which was disappointing because the kimchi fried rice sounded amazing. I ordered the matcha, and it was genuinely excellent. The foam had a slight saltiness to it that paired really well with the drink, and the matcha itself tasted high quality. I wouldn't change anything about it. My drink came out to around $9 including tip. Overall, I really liked this place and would probably come here often if I lived nearby. Between the expensive parking, limited outlet-to-seat ratio, and lack of food during my visit, I'd give it a solid 4/5.

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    Archives Of Us - Tiramisu cream top, matcha cream top

    Tiramisu cream top, matcha cream top

    Archives Of Us - Iced matcha + orange mint latte

    Iced matcha + orange mint latte

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