A Highly Caffeinated Love Letter If you're looking for a place to sit with your laptop for six hours while sipping a single lukewarm tea, keep walking. But if you want coffee that actually tastes like the beans had a life worth living before they met the grinder, Loquat is the Holy Grail of Silver Lake. The Aesthetic: It's minimalist without being "sterile hospital ward." It's the kind of clean, intentional space that makes me feel like I finally have my taxes figured out (I don't) The Vibe: The staff managed to be "cool" without making me feel like I wasn't cool enough to be there, a rare feat in this neighborhood. read more

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Parking in Silverlake is a blood sport. I got the first sidewalk parking spot I saw; the meter maxed out at 2 hours but it was cheap to park. The Row parking is $5/hour but Loquat will validate for 30 minutes for free. I was glad to check out this new shopping area. It's small but has trendy stores. I prefer the Cypress Park location since it's bigger than a shoebox. I got the marble matcha--the matcha flavor was not high quality. My partner got the drip which was good after it cooled down. I'm starting to think the Quat-verse is overplayed with too many locations that the coffee and drink quality have degraded. On Sunset, with third wave and matcha shops a stone's throw away from one another, this one doesn't stand out but is good enough to exist amongst the others. I'm glad there's a public restroom facility on the far right (code is 123456). read more

Loquat is nestled in a trendy area of Los Angeles. It's a nice spot to meet up outside and enjoy your drink and pick up some food from one of the other businesses around. I stopped by on a Sunday afternoon right before they closed. The inside is very clean and aesthetically pleasing. I ordered an iced tea- I love the square ice they put in their ice drinks. The person taking the order helped my husband pick a coffee; my husband said he wanted coffee and the employee suggested about tiramisu. We were both surprised that the coffee drink was iced. We didn't notice the menu identifying that it was iced as my husband wanted a hot coffee drink. My daughter ended up drinking it and she said it was good. I guess this is why people shy away from specialty coffee places because they don't know what to order and even with help you can end up with something that you don't want. There's street parking and seating outside. read more

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Loquat is a brand new coffee tea shop located in a tiny strip plaza. They're located along Sunset blvd in Echo Park. They have coffee, tea, signature drink and pastries. In addition, they sell coffee bean bags, tumblers and coffee decanter. I have been eyeing them for a few months now since I always drive along Sunset blvd to get to work. The shopping plaza they're at is relatively new. I had a Cold Brew which is perfect on a bloody warm afternoon. And I liked it! It's refreshing and the large translucent block of ice in it makes its really cold. Atmosphere was chill. Prices were honestly competitive. Quality of drinks were fantastic. Staff/Barista were industrious and competent. Parking is horrible in the area. No indoor seats available but they do have outdoor seats. Overall, it's a nice addition to the coffee-tea scene in E c h o P a r k. read more

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Another coffee shop in Silverlake. Silverlake has way too many coffee options, and I am not sure if I should be happy about it, all because I am so indecisive. Loquat isn't really new. I've been to the original location in Cypress Park, so I guess it is good to have one here if you like their coffee. Just to add, as I have mentioned many times in my review, I am not a coffee connoisseur. I know nothing about coffee, and I just love getting a drink as long as it is sweet and not so bitter. I got myself The Marble, which is basically just a matcha latte with cream, topped with crushed pistachio. It was decent, but I still cannot justify the price for a 3-sip drink nowadays. There is way too much ice, and they are not small. Will I come back? Nah. I have other options here that I think are better than Loquat. Situated in one of the newest plazas with New Balance, Xibei Dumplings, and Baggu, if you are in the mood for a drink, Loquat can be a quick stop to grab a drink and go. There are some tables and benches, but it is always packed. read more

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Such a cute little spot for coffee in Silverlake. I heard this was their 2nd location and they picked the right spot for it. The location is kind of hidden, but has a nice outdoor spot to hang. If you have a dog, this is the best spot to grab a cup of joe with them. I love trying new coffee shops so Loquat came to mind when I heard they have unique flavors from their coffee beans. I was looking forward to their cold brew as it was described with the flavor of chocolate, apple, lemon and macadamia nut. Yum! Loved it. The staffs were very nice and helpful if you had any concerns or questions. They will guide you through. Parking? There are street parking or a small lot next door, though park at your own risk, I've seen cars parked all weirdly, where you cannot back up your car to leave. Coming back, yes! read more

Loquat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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What a great new addition to Silver Lake. I've been a longtime fan of Loquat in Cypress Park and have also followed their sister café Kumquat since the beginning, so I was really excited to see this expansion, and it absolutely delivers. Their coffee-making skills are next level. The attention to detail does not go unnoticed, from the quality of the beans to how well-crafted every drink is. You can tell they truly care about what they're serving. On top of that, the service is friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. The space itself is pretty small, so there isn't indoor seating, but there's plenty of outdoor seating available. It's set among other shops in this new area called Sunset Row, which gives it a really nice neighborhood vibe. One thing to keep in mind: parking can be tricky. It's street parking only and the area can get pretty congested depending on the day and time, so plan accordingly. Overall, high-quality beans, well-made drinks, and excellent service make this an easy favorite. I can definitely see this becoming another go-to spot. read more

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This location of Loquat in Silver Lake is its second location. It's managed by the team of Kumquat Coffee. Their drinks have very unique flavor. We made the drive over from Long Beach because their IG showed a special drop for the weekend. They were serving a banana cream pie inspired drink with banana chunks, cinnamon, marscapone, and cocoa powder. It was a little like banana cream pie, a little like horchata, and a little like tiramisu. It was awesome and I hope they bring it back sometime, even though it didn't feature any of their coffee. I also got a drip coffee of their "panama santa maria", which was a lightly roasted, fruit-forward coffee from Panama. They did a great job of unlocking the naturally fruity and sweet flavors from the coffee bean, revealing tea-like qualities. I'd love to come back to try more of their brews. It also really makes me want to try the single origin, top-tier coffees that they offer at Kumquat. Their pastries here were also really good. We got a pancetta biscuit, which was fluffy and nicely salty and savory. Also got a flattened, caramelized croissant that was crispy, sweet, and still flakey. Would come back in a heartbeat if we were in the area. read more

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First time trying this place and it didn't disappoint. I got the pistachio matcha. Flavor was perfect. And with the foam on top it gave it that extra perfect taste. The aesthetic and vibe inside was nice and minimalist. The cashier was nice and gave us recommendations. Obviously it's LA so parking can be bad. Just prepare with coins to pay for parking read more

Loquat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is the second location I've been to after recently trying their roastery Quat. Loquat is a nice minimalist vibes location. Seating is only outside in a small courtyard. Other than the Mascarpone latte and the matcha I'm not sure what else people get. The Mascarpone latte is excellent, not too sweet balance of chocolate and cream foam and espresso. I just wish there was a larger size as the latte is delicious. From Quat is where they get their beans. I picked up some beans to go. I would like to try Kumquat their other coffee location. Each different location has a different signature latte to try. read more

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I've been wanting to check out Loquat for a while! So grateful that I finally got to! I ordered an iced flat white and it was good. I would go back if I were in the area! Staff was kind. Wait time was very good. It's a grab and go space but lots of seating outside! read more

Loquat - Iced flat white :) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Loquat Coffee (same owners as Kumquat, Quat, and Fondry) opened today at Sunset Row. This location serves coffee produced around the world and roasted by Loquat. Currently in soft opening mode, the current menu includes espresso drinks (with or without milk), matcha, signature drinks, cold brew, and pour over coffee. Syrups are made in-house. Milk choices: whole, oat, almond. The drinks tend to be less sweet. Mascarpone cold signature drink ($8): a layered drink with espresso, mascarpone foam, cold milk, cocoa/chocolate powder, and cacao nibs. Stir the drink before consuming. The layer of marscapone stays on top. It's richer and more flavorful than your typical iced coffee drink. The foam was thick and sweet but not crazy sweet. It didn't taste cheesy. I enjoyed the bitterness and crunch of the cacao nibs too. If you get there early, you can also get a Fondry pastry. I visited late, so there were no pastries. The shop is small with no indoor seating, but they do have some outdoor seating with sunbrellas. It's stylish looking in a minimal way. You can also buy coffee beans and coffee brewing accessories, tumblers, and Loquat hats. read more

Cute modern coffee shop in Silverlake. I've been to their other location in Cypress Park, but this location is much closer to me. There isn't much room inside, but plenty of benches and tables/chairs outside to enjoy your drink, company and sunshine. There is a private lot and street parking, but it can still be challenging because of the density of shops there. I was going to get a simple coffee, but the marscapone signature coffee drink caught my eye. I'm a bit over the einspanner drinks because they tend to be very sweet and more like desserts than coffee. My waistline is not happy about that. The guy taking my order, said it wasn't too sweet and was his favorite, so I ordered it. It was not a disappointment! What I liked was that it wasn't overly sweet and you could actually taste the coffee. The bittersweet cocoa nib topping adding a nice nutty textural element and cut the sweetness of the marscapone. I also picked up a bag of their Noel coffee, which is made up of a variety of Geisha beans. Geisha beans for $28? Say what? Can't wait to give them a try! The only thing I'm upset about is that Loquat is soclose to one of my other favorite coffee shops. read more

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Loquat is the latest to the Silverlake neighborhood and whether they will survive in this eccentric coffee shop filled strip is all up to its menu and service. I've stopped by 3 times now since I live 3 blocks away and I think Loquat is a great addition to the neighborhood although I think a bit late to the game. The design of the shop is extremely detail oriented with wood and stainless accents all around with a nice warm orange glow, but with so many other shops around it what will distinguish this shop? And it's simple. Coffee purists. I got a geisha pour over recommended to me for its amazing fruit notes and the farm apparently being extremely reputable. The pour over was brewed to perfection and on par if not better than most shops in LA that offer a pour over. Notes of mixed berries, yay mango and Hawthorne. I gladly took my time to enjoy my pour over in one of their fancy glass cups. The selections here are vast and from what the barista told me they will be switching out their coffee offering seasonally with the farms. Baristas here have a strong and excellent knowledge in coffee and parings, and have very good advice for any coffee questions you may have! Extremely informative and professional in the best way without being pretentious. I also got their mascarpone drink which in my opinion is good but not on par to some other cream top drinks along Silverlake. It's almost exactly like tiramisu cheesecake which I'm not sure you would always want in the morning. Loquat is brewing something different and it's not for everyone but it's a great option Silverlake has now. Offering wide varieties of producer driven coffees to fun occasional drinks. Parking is available with a lot Nextdoor, very nice bathrooms located inside the plaza which is nice. If you want to try something different this place is the next spot to check out! Skip the creamtops and try some of their nicer espresso and filter offerings! I got recommended to get their violet espresso in my flat white by the barista and it's been my go to! Tastes like maraschino cherries and plums! read more

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My favorite coffee spot in LA! I've been waiting for this sunset location to open. This brand truly takes coffee seriously--high-quality beans, well-made drinks, and great service. This is a smaller grab-and-go spot, but there are a few tables and chairs outside if you want to sit for a bit. My favorite is their specialty mascarpone drink--the balance between the bitterness of the coffee and the sweet cream is perfect. I also love their muscovado latte. They're currently in their soft opening. I stopped by on a Friday afternoon and there was no line, but I'm not sure how busy weekends get. read more

I like it here a lot because they tend to have a new bean every other week or so. They take the time and put the craft into coffee. Service is great and they help you with nay question. i dont mind waiting long for this place because it's worth it. If youre a coffee enthusiast and love single origin coffee this is the place for it. read more

Loquat - Espresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Loquat Coffee is a cool little booth tucked away in a recently opened plaza. I tried the pistachio matcha and it was a great choice. The nutty flavor of the pistachio blended perfectly with the earthy greenness of the matcha. My drink came out in about 5 to 10 minutes which was pretty quick. The surrounding stores are fun to check out while you sip your drink. read more

Loquat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I ordered a matcha latte with oat milk, lightly sweetened. The quantity was great for the price and it was good quality matcha. I haven't tried matcha from Korea before. The tasting notes weren't my favorite, it was a softer, with more sweetness and thickness, less umami. Still good though. The location is really cute in a courtyard with some seating. read more

Loquat - Matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Loquat at sunset row is THAT girl. Specialty drinks done right, pastries from fondry that disappear faster than intended, and vibes so chic you'll want to linger longer than planned (we ended up hanging out for an hour). This coffee shop run feels like a moment. IYKYK read more

The coffee here was delicious, and service was fast and so friendly. Everyone in the space seemed like they were enjoying their drinks. I could tell black drip coffee is popular here, which is the sign of an excellent quality coffee roaster. Maybe the best coffee in Silver Lake, and love that they're local. Would be back! read more

Great coffee. Pleasant atmosphere outside, no seating inside. Was pretty packed when I went. Nice staff. Not sure if they have parking, I parked on Descanso Dr. read more

I wanted to try this place and someone was lined up inside so I followed but when I came up they asked us to wait outside without even saying hi or anything with only 3 people in the store they lost a customer before they gained one. The coffee shops are getting too pretentious these days. Go support the muddy paws across the way who gives back to charity for dogs and doesn't push customers out. read more