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Laurel Canyon Cafe

4.7 (38 reviews)
InexpensiveCoffee & Tea
Open • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
Updated a few days ago

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for working
Good for kids

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Lilly and Julie
Sandra O.

I love the coffee here and this place is all about the locals and ambiance. The only negative I have is people sitting for hours working with only one cup of coffee and taking up the limited seating. Parking is very limited also. But it's my local and I love it.

This is a piece of history, not to be missed! We enjoyed sandwiches, pasta salad and enjoyed sitting out on their porch. There's a bathroom downstairs but not easy to access.

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Elise L.

Sooo great and picturesque. Quaint store on one of my favorite streets in LA and so full of history too. The place is just so pleasant, the market has great products, and the seating area is so pretty. Good place to hang, eat, and study like I did. The place is reminiscent of Europe according to my European friend lol. Parking is a bit of a hassle but not too bad around non-rush hours :) music they play is so good toooo

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Molly B.

One of my newfound favorite spots. The atmosphere is wonderful. It is a meeting ground for people from all walks, which makes it feel like like a place stopped in time. The fact that it is tucked in among the canyon only helps create a sense of peace--at once like being out in the Adirondacks and in 1960s California. The coffee is good--occasionally a bit buzzy for me, but perfectly nice. It's not the main reason I come. Loved my almond croissant the one time I had it! Overall, worth a visit for the feeling of being in the space. To me, everything else is extra. Extra details: no WiFi, cash or Venmo only, small parking lot, outdoor seating. People are friendly and will often share their tables (or at least they did for me).

Lily making the tastiest (and affordable!) almond milk cappuccino.  signage and murals by spike
X W.

We've been coming here for years and it's always the best-- just got a almond milk cappuccino that is seriously the best prepared espresso drink I've had in months between Los Angeles, San Francisco, and everywhere in between... Lily not only makes excellent coffees that are super convenient in a surprisingly remote neighborhood, but the vibe and kindness never fails. The pastries also never disappoint, I always recommend this spot! thank you lily for the love!

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Kurtis J.

This is by far the coolest coffee place in the city. Yeah, baby. Come for a chat. The store has general store written all over it and definitely feels like you've gone camping! They have a salad/food bar too with lots of healthy options. Great history with this place too, check it out!

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Chris M.

Coffee generally makes me too buzzy, but the decaf with hawaj is perfect positivity for me. And the owner gets pastries from the best shop in LA, I think, La Chouquette on Melrose.

Canyon Coffee! Art by Spike!
Jessica W.

Lilly has been a part of Laurel Canyon for decades and the love she puts into every cup of coffee shows. You start going for the delicious coffee but you keep coming back for the community. This is one of the only places in L.A. that still has that has that old-world, true neighborhood feel and that is because of Lilly and Spike. All artwork surrounding the cart and the County Store has been painted by the very talented Spike. It's one of the most special magical places you can come (pets welcome!) for your daily java. Lilly can make you coffee however you want with whatever type of milk you want, hot or cold, decaf or regular, you name it and her pastry section (scones, croissants, you name it) is always fresh and delicious. Drip or espresso, whatever you choose. Parking is free and they have their own lot that they share with the Country Store and Pace but you won't come at night for the coffee (mostly because she's closed) so you don't have to worry about the valet. If you like delicious coffee that can transform you from a zombie-like state into a bundle of happiness, this is your spot. Hours are 7:30am to 2:00pm daily. Your life is about to get better.

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2 years ago

Super cute place. Very kind service. Cash or venmo, only. My apple turnover was excellent.

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A gem. Thank you for the lovely service, excellent Hawaj and buttery croissant. You are very kind and I hope to return.

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2 years ago

An incredible local hangout. Coffee is great. People are friendly and parking availability amazing. I'll be back.

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3 years ago

Best drinks, pastries and vibes in LA. Nothing beats the friendly service & the people!

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4 years ago

Such a fantastic coffee shop! I've been coming here for years. The coffee is always on point.

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You can't beat the vibe/location. Service is great and the lavender latte is delicious!

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Just a cool place to hang out with great coffee and welcoming ambiance.

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No AC ... asked for iced tea and they bounced me around from front of the cafe to the inside of the liquor store twice...

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Lilly is the best! She remembers our orders every time we're there and is always such a delight. Love that Venmo is an option

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Lilly and Canyon Coffee are the best! Been my favorite in LA for ages!

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11 years ago

Lilly is beautiful, makes an amazing cappuccino, try the blueberry scone and Spike might have some treats for your dog.

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9 years ago

My favorite cup of coffee in Los Angeles. Lilly is a sweetheart ...as is her husband, the environs are lush, and you can taste the history.

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We had such a great first visit! There was a short wait, but the staff was incredibly friendly and…read morepatient with our questions since it was our first time. You could really tell they wanted to make sure we had a great experience. The restaurant has tons of indoor and outdoor seating, and I loved that each area has a different vibe. There's also a convenient to-go window if you're looking to grab something for takeout. We opted for the country breakfast and the chilaquiles which were both a 10/10! Will absolutely be returning and already looking forward to trying more from their menu!

The major issue I had with this place was all the bees and flies. They have a nice outdoor seating…read morearea but there's a water fountain right in the middle of three tables where there was basically a bee hive. But the flies were an absolute nuisance. Almost horrifyingly so. The other issue I had was the grilled shrimp salad. Easily the worst salad I had in my life. They add all sorts stuff into the bowl that it just didn't make any sense with a grilled shrimp salad. They added bacon that had the texture of beef jerky. Then they had all kinds fruits that didn't compliment the taste at all. Think about it: grilled shrimp, beef jerky bacon, fruits like strawberries and blueberries? I love all those things ... except bacon beef jerky but to put it all in a salad? Gross.

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I found this place in Yelp by specifically putting "cappuccino" in the Yelp search bar…read more After living in Florence, Italy for a while, finding a comparable cappuccino in the states is always a fun adventure for me. Most places don't quite hit that invisible bench mark I've set inside my head. Well, the first sip of my dry (extra foamy) cappuccino from Saint Coffee shop stopped me in my tracks and briefly took me back to Florence. The sip was extra foamy and the cappuccino soft in flavor. I had to go back into the shop and discover who made it. Laney was the barista and let me tell you... Laney makes a wonderful cappuccino!

I really like Saint--the coffee is excellent, and I appreciate that it's locally owned…read more Unfortunately, the seating situation has become a problem. A friend and I came in at lunchtime intending to order lunch and coffee, but we had to leave without ordering because there was nowhere to sit. About ten of the available tables were each occupied by a single person working on a computer. I understand that cafés can be comfortable places to work, but in such a small space, it would be helpful if Saint placed some limits on laptop use during busy meal hours. Customers coming in to enjoy lunch or coffee together should also have a reasonable chance of finding a table. I truly hope they address this, because I would like to keep supporting this lovely neighborhood café.

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Walked in after my appointment next door and menu seemed small BUT the taste of their simple…read moreingredients is delightful! Very soft, earthy coffee that mixes well. I had americano with vanilla and cold foam and it was the best, you can taste the quality! Look forward to trying different mixes! Place is cozy and small. Perfect for studying or catching up! I went around Sunday noon and I didnt wait at all. I am sure it gets busy at times!

Saturday night enjoying the Tujunga Art Walk in studio City and we stumbled upon this place. I've…read morewalked by loads of time and never knew about wine tasting here. I do remember seeing that it's a coffee shop as there were people working on their laptops every time I've walked by. Well what caught our eyes, they were offering 2 for 1 wine during the art walk. Well, that was a no given that we needed to stop by to check it out. The place is quite cute. Dim lighting in the lounge area. Tables with a candle light and lightly dim throughout the whole place. Seating right when you walk in as well as and some table outside. The second room or back area is where you order. There's a glass displays with all the pastries. Not only a coffee shop, but a wine bar. I honestly didn't know that they offered this. There was a good selections of the reds available for the 2 for 1. Pricewise, it range from 16.00-18.00 a glass. As it was the art walk, it was quite busy. You order, which the gentlemen that was taking orders was quite friendly. All the staff member were friendly. After ordering, you just wait till your drinks were brought out and names were called. Also seat yourself. The concept with wine and coffee is quite smart as it brings everyone in. Obviously as it was the art walk, it was quite busy. I can't believe whenever I walked by so many times and never walked in. Knowing now that it's wine and coffee it's a must next time.

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Tried out Coffee and Plants this weekend and honestly the vibe here is really cool…read more They actually sell plants in the shop too, and everything drink wise is 100% plant based, which is such a unique concept. The space itself feels really nice, the kind of spot you could bring a book, host a book club, or just settle in to study for a while. The floral wall and overall aesthetic make it feel like a little oasis. As for the drinks, we got the Superglow Latte and a seasonal pumpkin latte with pumpkin cold foam. Unfortunately the coffee itself just wasn't that good, I'd rate it around a 2/5. Honestly comparable to the Capital One Cafe coffee in terms of quality, and I was hoping for more given how much thought clearly went into the space. That said, the barista was really nice and helpful, and the vibe alone makes it worth a visit. I'm giving this a 3/5 overall, mainly for the atmosphere rather than the coffee itself. If this review helped, a thumbs up is always appreciated

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DO NOT ORDER FOOD HERE…read more I ordered a cheese and tomato jaffle (toasted sandwich) to-go today from the Studio City location. As an Aussie, I expected a toasted sandwich from an Aussie cafe, but I was deeply dissatisfied with my order. Honestly, it felt like a joke. Especially since it took like 15 minutes for them to "make" my jaffle. While other people who had ordered after me were receiving their drinks and food, I was still waiting. Not sure what happened there. Okay, so I leave and open my to-go box: The bread was not toasted. The cheese was not melted. The tomato was only on one side. It also had a ton of mayo and was inedible. Had to throw it out. I've attached photos. I contacted Bluestone, and they responded with "sorry that our food didn't meet your expectations." Once you see the photos, you'll know why that feels like such an insult. Anyway, telling all my friends: AVOID AVOID AVOID. Total let down. Won't be returning.

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