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Holy Grounds Coffee & Tea

4.5 (798 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Relaxing water fountain in the middle of the patio lounge area
Joe T.

Took my lady here she never been here before and wanted coffee with awesome ambience which the water fountain set the tone with numerous small glass mirrors. The coffee was excellent too.

Andres T.

I've been here a few times and every time the coffee is great, the staff is friendly and welcoming, and the pastries and good. If I'm ever in the area I make sure to stop by here and get my coffee.

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Dave H.

Great hidden coffee & tea cafe with homeboy bakery goods and sandwiches located in el sereno industrial area. Super friendly service and the best cafe ole' around. Cool little patio with fountain. Plenty of street parking in front. Free WiFi.

Holy Grounds
Feruska R.

This location has the best cafe de olla. It's a must try. Excellent customer service, especially by Nick. Stop by and visit. It's a true gem.

Horchatta latte from the secret menu.
Francisco M.

A unique cute place which requires street parking. Staff are friendly and easy to make conversation. The menu is simple which is great if you suffer from choice-paralysis. They do have a secret menu for drinks if any of those call out to you. The seating area is wonderful under nice SoCal weather. Lots of tables and good atmosphere for studying or chatting with friends while the fountain runs in the background. Food and drink arrived at a good pace. The grilled cheesus sandwich is delicious! It's hard to find places with grilled cheese as a main dish on their menu that isn't a sad version of a burger or on a kid's menu. This one was worth it. They even offer a side to accompany it. I got the pickles option. I ordered the horchatta latte from the secret menu and it was good! Only a tiny bit on the sweet side, but I normally order 50-75% sweet on drinks. So personal taste may vary.

Hand-made and branded merchandise made by local artists available for sale in the cafe.
Nathalie S.

If you live or work near El Sereno, then more than likely you've heard of Holy Grounds. It's a little breath of fresh air amongst the row of businesses and storage facilities that surround it along what feels like a never ending street, Valley Blvd. Some might even describe it as a little hidden oasis - with a secret garden-like patio - in this (dare I say) urban jungle. My go-to favorites are the hot cafe de olla without creamer and breakfast sandwich. Honestly, you can't beat these prices (the breakfast sandwich is only $5.50!). But don't try to call in advance to order for pick-up. It's a busy place and with food made to orders, so it requires a little patience. It's well worth it though! In the meantime, you can browse the curated selection of hand-made gifts made by local artists and artisans. Of course, they have their own Holy Grounds coffee and branded merch, too. If you have the time, I would encourage you to enjoy the patio - now that it's re-open! The smoothing fountain serves as your soundtrack as you sip on your yummy coffee, admire the arrangement of plants and bohemian decor, and don't forget to check out their built-in, multi-media altar near the patio exit door before you leave. It holds true to its name, as they have made it feel like a sacred space. For my laptop users, please note they do not have available outdoor outlets, but I have still worked from there. Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, do NOT park in the liquor store next door as they are known to tow cars. Usually, you will find ample street parking in front or across the street.

Fountain
Cassidy I.

The grilled cheese has tomatoes, but otherwise was delicious! It had a lot of nice, Smokey flavor and was definitely filling enough as a meal on its own. The coffee was very good as well, and they do have a secret menu. Check out the pictures some other yelpers posted. The big draw of this place, in my opinion, is the setting. They've put a lot of effort into making the outdoor area feel like an oasis with the fountain and cacti. There's a lot to look at, especially on the reliquary.

Fountain in the patio
Allison C.

This coffee shop was recommended to me by a coworker and wow am I grateful. I was welcomed with friendly faces and an overall calm from the entrance before I ordered an horchata latte with oat milk and a coffee cake. The latte was just the right amount of sweetness and didn't have any bitterness that espresso can tend to have at other places. The coffee cake was able to be warmed and was comforting on a chilly day like today. I went outside to sit in the little patio and immediately thought it was so cute. There is art everywhere; n the mosaic tiles, sold on shelves, just everywhere.

Gabriela M.

You would think this was something other than a cafe while driving on Alhambra Ave. Tucked away next to an abandoned restaurant and industrial buildings, this place provides a small menu and special drinks. The cashier recommended their breakfast sandwich, which name I can't remember. I also ordered an iced Cafe de Olla with a horchata flavor. There's also a section where they display and sell local vendor's work. You will find handmade items such as earrings, paintings, mugs, and many others. There's outdoor sidewalk seating and a patio available. The back patio is very relaxing, and there are a lot of tables where you can sit, relax, and enjoy food and drinks. There's only street parking, which is a hassle.

seating outside

Holy , this place was delicious. To start off i loved my coffee and service was amazing. The cafe de olla wasn't as strong for me, but my vanilla latte was great. The coffee cake was so good i had to get another. And the cheese danish was the perfect ratio all around. I will definitely be returning ! and the outside patio was perfect to hangout or even bring your laptop to study *also they receive some of their pastries from homeboy bakery, i love how this place has utilized the most of their business by helping the community

Van R.

Gas, the sandwhich was super fire and well made. Balanced set of ingredients. Coffee was strong and well pulled. Matcha was ceremonial and cared for upon preparation, we love that. Most likely will be back, often.

Iced Latte
Winn H.

I'm so excited to have stumbled upon Holy Grounds while looking for a cafe on Google Maps! Holy Grounds is definitely a hidden gem on an otherwise lengthy street. If you enjoy cars zooming by for white noise, then this spot is perfect for you! What makes it amazing is that parking is plentiful, and there is a two hour limit - perfect for a quick work / study break. I ordered their iced latte, and by the first sip I knew this would be a good day. Unlike other espressos that I've tried ,the ones served at Holy Grounds are lighter, and the milk gives it a perfect creamy texture. If you're into beans that are not too strong but still pack a hint, I highly recommend their iced latte. There are also a variety of snacks and food available for purchase, and most of the space showcases artwork and merchandise from small businesses. Although it's a bit out of the way to drive to, I can see myself coming back whenever I'm in the area just for the ambiance... though beware that there isn't too much indoor seating - two spots at a bar is all that I saw.

Todays pastry selection
Carey I.

I met a friend here for coffee and it was kind of a bummer because the rain made them close the patio. So I asked them for an exception and they were so kind and obliged. The oat milk latte was spot on, I didn't had any sugar and it had a nice foam. And then, from what I understand is a coffee cake comes from homeboy bakery, which is down the road. if you haven't heard of homeboy. Well I think it's an excellent program and a great opportunity. They heated up the coffee cake and it was absolutely delicious with the oat milk latte. I think the last time I was in the area was four years ago so it's been that long since I've met up with my buddy. So along with that atmosphere a really nice coffee, fantastic, coffee cake, and great conversation I really enjoyed myself. Now when it comes to parking, make sure you don't park at the liquor store next-door. My buddy made sure that I knew to find parking on the street which wasn't so bad on a rainy day. But I can imagine it could be challenging. The staff was super busy and it took a while for the coffee to come out. But it was definitely worth the wait. From what I understand. Holy coffee and tea gets much more busier than it was today. So I can't imagine how long the wait could've been . Like 30 minutes or more? So if you wanna run in and run out real quick to get a cuppa coffee, this is not a good idea for this place. But to sit down and enjoy the atmosphere and the vibe and sip with some conversation and coffee cake. I would highly recommend.

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Awesome coffee awesome awesome service and beautiful location. Ambience is great. Quiet little spot to drink coffee with a friend.

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Coffee is always good. The back patio is so nice and small. Perfect for casual chat with friends.

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Ask the Community - Holy Grounds Coffee & Tea

I saw the building is for sale, are we in danger of losing Holy Grounds?

Thank you for reaching out. My lease runs out Dec. 2027. If the building does not sell by then, yes, I will be closing down the shop. If the building sells, I will be open to renewing my lease with the new owner.

Is the side patio always open? (not the tables in front of the shop)? Also, what time does the patio open?

Yes, the patio is open, weekdays 7am-8pm for the summer. Weekends 8am-3pm. Our summer may end st the end of September

Do you guys have/ sell gift cards?

I've seen gift cards at the register

Hello! Do you allow dogs at the outdoor seating?

As long as its not a problem for other costumers and the dog is friendly.

Do they offer oat milk?

Yes, we offer oat milk

Are you guys open now?

they recently opened and have new food options...also their patio is finally open.

Is the cafe de olla good?

It's excellent! Try it iced, no creamer or sweetener necessary.

Is the outside seating area still under construction?

I was there a week ago and it was.

Is this place pet friendly?

Not really - if you're stopping by for a quick visit there are a couple tables near the entrance but if you'd like to spend time in the courtyard you'll have to leave the pets at home because there are permanent Holy Grounds residents: a cat, birds,… 

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