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4.4 (469 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Kristine H.

A coffee shop I've walked past since it first opened; I finally stopped in. I tried their latte with house made orange vanilla syrup, and it delivered both comfort and the caffeine kick I needed. Smooth, well-crafted, and genuinely delicious. Service was fast and the coffee shop was quiet and enjoyable.

The worst cup of coffee
Gor A.

I wanted a decent cup of espresso, but this was likely the worst coffee I've ever had, with a strong, moldy, and highly acidic taste. Maybe the grind was too coarse or the water too cold, I can't be sure. I've had bad coffee before, but this one tops the list. The overall place wasn't bad, decent service, but the coffee was way too disgusting. I had to throw it away

Maruko X.

Ambiance: it's a corner spot coffee place located in Glendale, mostly likely you'll have to find street parking, limited seats inside and they don't have a restroom here Service: friendly staff, patient with questions, and provided useful suggestions Drink: variety choices of coffee options, classic and store specialities ORANGE VANILLA LATTE - **** creamy top and unique flavors, a bit blend coffee, overall still recommend Price: decent quality, slightly overpriced, it costs $7+ per drink

Welcome to Highlight Coffee. ;D
Carl N.

For where thou art, there is the world itself, with every several pleasure in the world including a good coffee. Without further ado, let us begin this new review. Highlight Coffee (est 2015) is a tiny corner coffee shop nestled in central Glendale. Owned and operated by Mr. Frank Kim. He has another shop in Pasadena. This coffee shop location is at an historic hotel building across the Civic center on Broadway. Cafe's indoor atmosphere was quite relaxing with a few seats and long wooden bar tables; good background music. They sell some pastries and donuts as well as coffee bags and merch. Menu items were modest and has the basic and specialty drinks. I arrived on a hot midafternoon and was genuinely greeted with warmth by a male barista with cool tattoos. I ordered a Cold Brew (16oz) x milk. It was very smooth, aromatic and refreshing. And barista gave a Spinach Cheese Croissant ostensibly as giveaway since they're closing soon. I acquiesce on his kindness. Staff was nice and competent. Prices were quite affordable and highly competitive. Quality was awesome. Street metered parking only. Overall, I enjoyed my cold coffee drink and service. I highly recommend this nice coffee shop.

Butterscotch latte
Caryl Keith B.

You have to try the butterscotch latte--seriously, it's a standout. Chill vibes, no-frills service (they won't serenade you, but they will caffeinate you), and coffee that's dangerously good. Lots of easy side-street parking too, which is a win. Great little spot to relax or get some work done

Blueberry muffin
Stanley P.

This place is a hidden gem in Glendale. Love the ambience the Orange vanilla latte is perhaps the best vanilla latte I've ever had. And they always have a lot of different pastries in the morning but they sell fast, so get here early if you like pastries with coffee! Very quick service too, so I don't have to wait a long time. Love it. A Must try coffee shop here in Glendale.

Keaton G.

Stopped by Highlight Coffee for a large drip coffee, only $4.75, and worth every penny. The coffee is gourmet, smooth, and clearly made with care, far better than Starbucks or any other spot around. The ambiance is great, the service is friendly, and the prices are solid. If you're looking for a quality cup of coffee in town, this is the place to go.

iced orange vanilla latte
Alyssa C.

Iced orange vanilla latte from Highlight is a delight! I mainly tasted the subtle zest from the orange flavor and the espresso was on the lighter side. It's right on the corner of Broadway and Glendale. and the lighting inside is lovely. Barista was chill and quick with it. They're also known for their butterscotch latte!

Miso Kouign Amann
Robin H.

I wanted to try this place out since it's near my girlfriend's area but I ended up with mixed feelings. The drinks weren't great even with added sugar; it was bitter and just wasn't hitting for me. Their pastries are fantastic though, I loved their miso and ham & cheese croissants; they were crispy, fluffy, and sweet. I'm not sure if I came on a day where the barista handling the register was in a bad mood but he gave me attitude on simple questions I had and it threw me off. Ambiance was just ok as it's small inside with barely any seating.

Butterscotch latte
Ashlyn R.

The pastries here are TO DIE FOR! I ordered the white miso kouign amann and loved how flakey it and sweet it was. I also ordered the ham and cheese croissant and found it to be super light and savory! The butterscotch latte is also fantastic and not overly sweet. I can't wait to visit again soon!

Vendy _.

The butterscotch latte is amazing! Perfectly sweet with a slightly salty foam On Saturday at 4 p.m., there were no pastries. The interior is outdated, but the drinks are tasty.

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Just a heads up that this place has no bathroom. The only option I was given was the bathroom at the dollar store down the block. No thanks!

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Ask the Community - Highlight Coffee

Are any of the latte flavors vegan?

Yes! The orange vanilla and mocha are both vegan.

Do they have affogato?

yes yes! made with Straus Organic Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Is there AC?

Best AC in Los Angeles.

Which coffee roaster's beans do they currently have for sale? Thanks!

Hi Kaylee! At the moment (March 2019) we are carrying Sweet Bloom from Denver, Augie's from Redlands, Case out of Ashland OR, and Demitasse here in Los Angeles. We have worked with many other roasters in the past and will probably bring in others… Read more

Since Highlight doesn't have a restroom, where do you go that's close by (within minutes) and do they let you go pretty easily?

Hi, we always let people know where the closest one is. Usually there are several just about 20-30 seconds up the block or across the street at public buildings. Unfortunately I can't be certain about how easily it is to use as their businesses… Read more

How is the parking situation here?

Parking is easy- grab a metered spot on Glendale Blvd or on Broadway. I tend to go before 10am so I can also park at dollar store /chipotle parking lot accessed off of Glendale blvd.

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