Menotti's offers supreme espresso. For me it's the best option for high quality cafe near the…read moreVenice boardwalk. The barista's are skilled and know how to pull proper lattes etc. Kudos also for the general good vibes from Masa and Christian who are often behind the counter serving up the finest brew. There's also a spacious sunny outdoor area for sitting, studying, catching up with friends. Last time I was there the Venice Fire Fighter crew was at the table next to us which was cute. Even though it's positioned right by the boardwalk, Menotti's is just as much of a local's spot as it is suited for visitors.

Menotti's is hands down my favorite coffee shop in all of Los Angeles…read more The vibes are always pristine, the music is lovely, and the coffee is unreal. The latte, Spanish latte, and the VBC are especially smooth, and my three go to drinks. Honestly, I wish they sold all three by the gallon. The interior decor is beautiful and cozy, though on the smaller side, but there's plenty of outdoor seating that more than makes up for it. You can tell the baristas genuinely love what they do, and they're amazing at it. It's the perfect spot to get my creative juices flowing as a writer, and I always leave feeling inspired (and well caffeinated). It's also the kind of spot that makes you want to linger, order another cup, and come back way too often.

Seating area: - plenty of seating locations at the bar,…read morearound the sides of the restaurant, and an elevated table area in the back - Outlets: only 2 on either side of the cafe - Parking: easy, in the back there is street parking - Wifi: easy to connect and pretty speedy Coffee: - Cortado: on the pricier side, but one of the better coffees for LA - Specialty Coffees: stick with the standard coffee drinks for the best flavor

First time at Intelligentsia Coffee upon a recent visit to AK. Had the seasonal smoke salted maple…read morelatte - delicious with oat milk. Also tried the cinnamon roll and it was one the best I had. Loved the vibe going in to the coffee spot almost a semi-hidden entry with lots of people mostly consumed by laptops vs folks having coffee together - granted went there on an early weekday. With other java spots on AK, this might be one that tops my list.

Drinks: - Best Mate: contains vanilla, cinammon, oat milk;…read moreon the sweeter side Ambiance: - Parking: they do have a small parking lot across the street, however, on Sats there are often events in the parking lot, other than that you can find street parking nearby - Seating: decent amount of seating at tables and couches - Outlets: only 1 on the far wall - Wifi: zippy

I've been to Little Lunch Coffee a few times now and it's a cute option for coffee and chilling at…read more Interesting thing that I don't love though -I've never been greeted when I walked in or when going to the register. Every time I've gone in they just look at me and wait for me to just start ordering. I'm not used to that but that's the vibe here, no hellos. They have a small parking lot across the side street which is a blessing in Venice and appreciated. I liked their chocolate chip cookie a lot, the pastries were good and no complaints there. However, I never had a drink I was in love with though they were all totally drinkable. I feel sad because I was excited to come here to try this Aussie vibes coffee shop. I kept hoping my first trip, then my second was an anomaly, but alas~ three stops in and it's been pretty much the same every time. Honestly, I enjoy my mornings started with friendliness so I don't foresee coming back to Little Lunch Coffee.

Great food and service This place is pretty clean and we come here pretty often to enjoy a quick…read morebite with my kids.. The menu offers many many items so it's pretty cheap nice and inexpensive

We stopped by on a Sunday evening and found only one employee working. He seemed a bit overwhelmed…read moremanaging customers and letting walk-ins know the café was closed, though he remained friendly throughout. We ordered gelato--strawberry for me and pistachio for my boyfriend. The strawberry was just okay, but the pistachio lacked flavor and was pretty bland. Unfortunately, we wouldn't return when we're in town.

Strawberry Macha! I keep trying them and by no means an expert but I like the touch of sweetness…read more At Dayglow, they used the smallest squirt of strawberry inside the plastic cup, so was prepared to be disappointed. Watching as the barista/matcharista made the matcha with such care, checking the temperature of the water, whisking, what appeared to be a lot of milk over ice, I was skeptical. The matcharista started teaching me the technique to whisk it properly, talking about the quality of the matcha and how I can attempt to make it at home. He was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. I was very impressed with the quality of the matcha, it was incredibly earthy and slightly creamy... and that small squirt of strawberry was jut right, not too sweet but added a hint of flavor. My friend had a decaf coffee drink and was pleased enough to say she'll be back.

Good coffee. If you guys are going to charge so much - which is fine I get it- you're on rose- at…read moreleast serve bigger cups- and maybe lids? this is offensively small even for the area. I ordered a honey almond flat white. This is boutique. If you need caffeine go elsewhere- this is for the coffee elitists.

I was looking for a place to meet a friend near the ocean. The menu at this restaurant looked…read moredelicious and we decided to give it a try. There is both indoor and patio dining. The vibe is casual and beach chic. All of the food is delicious and this is one of the best breakfasts I've ever had. The restaurant has very few parking spaces on site. The only downside is that the paid parking is ridiculously expensive. Anywhere from $10 to 15 minutes to an hour, $20 for two hours and the price goes up and up. There is one hour metered parking nearby which isn't very convenient if you have to keep going back to refill the meter. If you're lucky you might find distant street parking that is unpaid. This is nothing against the restaurant, but as Venice as a city in general. High prices like these without any special validation, are sure to keep people from coming to these places at all if you can't afford it. Perhaps that's how Venice would like to keep it. Only people who can afford the parking are allowed to enjoy these businesses.

Entire experience was fantastic from hostess to paying the bill…read more I didn't have a reservation, hostess sat me immediately and she was really friendly and cute (respectfully). The ambiance was very chill California energy (I'm from New York lol), which I loved. The decor also was giving spa vibes in a good way. Byredo hand soap in the restroom, okayyyy! My server Joshua was super friendly and attentive, appreciated his good energy. Breakfast menu had a lot of delicious sounding options but I went for the breakfast burrito with hot sauce and it was fantastic. Breakfast burritos are very hit or miss IMO and this was a hit. I also had two cappuccinos bc I am a caffeine fiend and also jet lagged and they were both very good. Highly recommend to anyone in the neighborhood. I just realized they have other locations throughout LA too which I'm sure are also good but this one did not disappoint at all.

fig leaf cold brew was good! most notably, the service was…read morea bit awkward - there was one person manning the truck so there's a little wait (totally fine), but he wasn't friendly and seemed annoyed we were there. could be a one-off day but not a great feeling to spend 8-9$ a drink and be treated like an inconvenience! would consider trying their matcha if in the area to see if anything changes

OVERALL: QUALITY MEETS QUAINT! In my opinion, Saint Maxime is the best espresso + ceremonial matcha…read morespot on Rose Ave in Venice, and quite possibly the best on the Westside of LA. It is a thoughtful blend of the highest quality beverages with genuinely unique flavor offerings, paired with the charm of ordering from an impeccably kept Airstream that feels both nostalgic and intentional. I love their classic cappuccino, but the special menu is creatively unique, if you're into that. Interesting options like the Fig Leaf Cream Top Cold Brew and the Banana Cream Top Matcha Latte are truly delicious and beautifully balanced, without being a cloying sugar bomb. This has become a favorite quick and easy yet elevated activity with friends on a quintessential sunny Sunday in LA. Also the owner who is always there running the show is super kind and has clearly mastered barista artistry which adds to the overall experience. Saint Maxime takes pride in their powerfully compact business and it comes through with every sip.

I found out about Tartine because I listen to Jeff Lewis. Apparently, this is a fav spot of his…read more Cute atmosphere. Very clean. I ordered 2 sandwiches To Go. -Fresh turkey sandwich cut off the bird. Moist and delicious. -Tuna sandwich with pickle hit the spot. Staff was friendly. They have merch and pastries for sale as well. Nice big & open place. Indoor & outside seating. I have tried a few spots because of Jeff Lewis and so far, no disappointments.

This was my fourth visit to Tartine (Venice location) solely for this toast. It's delicious and…read moretheir coffee is also great. Ambiance is nice but they do not have public wifi (relevant if you're wanting to stop in and do some work while you eat). Highly recommend and can't wait for visit #5!!

Delicious food and a vibrant, inviting atmosphere with quick service. My new go to over the bagel…read moreplace next door.

I ordered catering online and accidentally selected the wrong time due to a time zone mix up…read more(completely my fault). When I called, Yaron, the manager, stepped in, fixed everything , and even personally delivered the order. The food was FANTASTIC, and the service was truly above and beyond. This experience set the bar - an easy choice whenever we need top-tier catering and service.

This place is for people who KNOW coffee. I brought my cousin here to try the coffee out! She looks…read morefor places that serve single origin. She got into a great conversation with the barista. The barista definitely knows his stuff. They were comparing different coffee shops and discussing the different notes in their beans. My cousin takes her coffee seriously and she was really impressed! I myself went with a flat white. You can definitely tell that their coffee quality is top notch. What I really do appreciate is the fact that their baristas is so knowledgable and really does have a passion for coffee. My cousin said it's not very common to find in coffee shops. She gave me a whole ted talk on why the coffee here is really good. Definitely come here if you want some good quality coffee and a barista who is happy to chat about it!

I'd really wanna give this spot a 3 start but don't wanna bring this place down. I haven written a…read morereview in a while but after coming here I needed to share my frustration with the shop. The place is so beautiful and it's such a vibe to just be there. I am amazed at how much detail went to the shop. The couches are nice and the staff is friendly. My problem is with the coffee. I was left wanting a different flavor than I expected. For context it was a Sunday morning so it might've been busy. But I ordered a flat white and it tasted like filtered water with a dash of coffee. There was absolutely no flavor and could barely taste the coffee. Maybe I don't know coffee well but I've been to tons of coffee shops in the west side and this is for sure one of the ones I was disappointed by. I'm willing to give the place a second chance but not sure.