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    Malou Coffee

    4.1 (164 reviews)
    Open • 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    strawberry matcha latte w/ oat milk
    Louise V.

    the past 2 times i've visited malou, i've had great experiences with the drinks and service. however, this time around, i'm not so sure i can say the same thing. i visited with 2 other friends and ordered first out of the three of us. the last friend who ordered was offered a free dessert for some reason, which seemed weird and almost selective?? they don't usually give out free pastries to anyone... service was quick though, and staff was kind. i ordered a strawberry matcha latte with oat milk, and while the drink was a good size (16 oz), paying $9.50 total for a drink that's the same quality as different cafes in the area with cheaper prices, seems unreasonable and unrealistic. obviously, i won't be having this drink everyday (it's definitely a splurge). the drink was good, but it wasn't anything spectacular (or worth paying $9.50 for). plus, charging an extra $1 for a substitute milk is also pretty steep. i'm happy they use fresh strawberry puree mixed in their milk, so it's not overly sweet. the matcha was also super quick to oxidize, so that vibrant green color you see in the picture quickly turns to a dusky green. :( i've ordered the strawberry matcha before, and i SWEAR it tasted better just a few months ago! it makes me so sad because it used to be my favorite at malou. i've attached a picture of what my drink looked like in november 2025. (the picture with 2 drinks in it is from november 2025). the cafe is pretty small and has limited seating, so you'd be lucky to find a seat. similarly, parking is absolutely terrible in that area - the residential area is always full, and the metered street parking is so chaotic. i'm really bummed about this visit to malou, especially because i've had pretty good experiences in the past. the location is so convenient for me, but i'm not sure i'll be visiting for a while.

    Nice coffee on the patio
    James S.

    Great place to sit on the patio, enjoy some Brentwood breeze, and settle in with a cute and just deep-enough menu to keep you excited. I found a table pretty easily, and ordered from there via QR code. Ngl, the tables can be a little uncomfortable because of the angular metal nature of them. You can nestle in there pretty easily, but one wrong move, and ouch! I really enjoyed the Breakfast Burrito. Definitely original and inspired: Scrambled Egg, Avocado, Pinto Beans, Sour Cream, Pico De Gallo, Cheddar Cheese, Tater Tots & Jalapeno Paste on a Flour Tortilla. A handful of Tater Tots arrive with as well as Cilantro sauce on the side. This burrito is pretty peppy -- and even intense in flavor. I liked it a lot, but actually had to take a break between halves as a result. My companion had the Golden Morning Brioche (Scrambled Egg, Avocado, Caramelized Onion, Arugula, Cheddar Cheese & Chipotle Sauce on a Brioche Bun) and enjoyed that. She also really enjoyed her drink, the Okinawa Cold Foam. I liked my coffee, and later, an espresso over ice. Fun vibe, and lots of other choices, including their bakery goods. Definitely recommend. Street parking, but be careful -- it's pretty tight on Barrington.

    Fried chicken sandwich
    Amber C.

    At first I was mad at myself for forking up $19 on a fried chicken sando ‍. How did we get here, la? Surprisingly though, it was a very special sandwich. It had some really great well balanced sauces throughout, I actually wanted more of the sauce, but was afraid to ask. It came with a salad that had some pickled onions, and again, a really great refreshing well thought out dressing. I can't really complain. Actually yes I can, the flies!!! As soon as I took the sandwich out the huge flies would not leave it alone. Be aware. I found free street parking pretty easy on a side street. I thought I'd come here to read but they are kinda blasting the music so maybe it's not the best environment for that. Too much noise. I did not like the butterscotch latte. It was kind of weak, in my opinion. Thank goodness they let me exchange it for the Okinawa cold foam matcha drink, which was amazing. I think it's unique and cool to have a cold foam Okinawa flavor. They actually don't sweeten the matcha at all under the cold foam, so that was interesting. I might have to add sugar to it. Overall, everything was good, I just wouldn't order espresso lattes here.

    Interior
    Jasmine D.

    Had this coffee shop on my list for a while, and I finally got a chance to check it out! The space is cute, with a small patio and a few sidewalk tables for enjoying your drinks outside. I ordered one of their signature drinks, the Okinawa Cold Foam, which is a matcha latte topped with an Okinawa brown sugar cream foam. I got mine with light foam to cut down on the sweetness a bit. The foam was delicious, super unique, and paired well with the matcha. However, the matcha itself was just okay and was a little too milky for my taste. Parking: street and neighborhood parking.

    Vivi L.

    We got so lucky with parking!!! Someone left right when we came, and we could park right in front of the cafe on the street. Street parking is hard hard to find. :-( Came on a Saturday around 10:30 AM and it was PACKED, but the line moved surprisingly fast and we only waited around 10 minutes. We got the Matcha Maple Top and Okinawa Cold Foam Matcha. I was honestly really disappointed because I had heard great reviews!! The matcha was way too milky for my liking and lacked that strong matcha flavor I usually look for.... The Maple Top especially barely tasted like matcha at all. Matcha flavor got lost from the maple... The Okinawa Cold Foam was slightly better, but still not strong enough. If you like sweeter, milkier matchas this might be your thing, but I personally prefer a stronger matcha-forward drink. For around $8 a matcha, I expected a lot more. Unfortunately I don't think I'd come back.

    Pastry
    Hanh H.

    I decided to try Malou because it was within walking distance of my friend's apartment and appeared to have enough seating for me to get some work done. Ordering was quick, and I didn't have to wait. I ordered a drip coffee and a pastry (I can't remember the name). Unfortunately, the coffee wasn't to my taste. It had a noticeably sour flavor, whereas I prefer coffee with a richer, roasted bean aroma and taste. The pastry, however, was excellent--fresh, flaky, and definitely the highlight of my visit. I initially found a table on the sidewalk, but the Wi-Fi signal was very weak there. I then moved inside and found a table with bench seating. While the space looked inviting, the seating wasn't very comfortable for working on a laptop for an extended period. Overall, the pastry was enjoyable, but the coffee and workspace setup didn't quite meet my expectations.

    Abigail U.

    Busy little coffee shop, however, service is pretty quick and very friendly. The coffee was delicious! Parking is a little hectic.

    After
    Rand A.

    I'm writing this review hoping you guys bring the matcha back to how it used to be! I've been going to Malou for about a year and a half, and I always used to order the Okinawa Cold Foam Matcha. Honestly, in my opinion, your matcha was #1 in LA! But for the past 2 months, the matcha and the foam have tasted much lighter. The flavor has definitely changed, and I also feel like the cup got a little bigger. Even though it's $8.50, I would honestly rather have a smaller cup with amazing flavor than a bigger cup that doesn't taste as good. I'm going to post an old photo and a recent photo so you can see the difference in both the color of the matcha and the size of the cup. Please bring the matcha back to how it used to be and don't change the quality of your ingredients! It used to be SO good. We miss the old Okinawa Cold Foam Matcha! Please bring it back!

    John J.

    Amazing, spectacular, and delicious are the three words that immediately come to mind. I had a meeting nearby, so my wife, my son, and I decided to stop in for breakfast. The drinks were very good and exactly what you'd expect from a quality café. But the food presentation--wow! It completely exceeded my expectations. We ordered the avocado toast, the breakfast burrito, and the egg on brioche. Every dish was beautifully plated, garnished with edible flowers, and served with a fresh, delicious salad. I honestly wasn't expecting this level of presentation from a café. The portions were generous as well, leaving us completely satisfied. I also tried one of their pastries that reminded me of a cinnamon roll. It was enjoyable, though as a professional baker and pastry chef, I felt the pastries were the one area with room for improvement. In my opinion, they seemed to prioritize elegance and originality over achieving the best texture and flavor. Even so, they were still good, and I appreciated the creativity. Overall, this was an outstanding breakfast experience. Beautiful presentation, delicious food, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere. I would gladly return.

    carrot latte
    Bethany L.

    average price in LA, carrot cake latte was good. a 15-20 min wait on a sunday morning. service wasn't particularly friendly but that's how it is with LA coffee shops! love that they have unique/seasonal flavors

    Menu 10/5/25
    Arthur T.

    Cool, fun spot! Two of us ordered: iced americano $4.85 iced matcha latte $7.95 ($1 upcharge for oatmilk) Parked in the back. Cool space with outdoor seating.

    Espresso cold foam coffee
    Marjan R.

    This was my first time trying their breakfast! I had tried their coffee before and really loved it, so I was excited to come back. This time, I ordered the egg sandwich, and honestly, it was the best egg sandwich I've ever had! The portion was huge compared to other places, and everything was absolutely delicious. I really enjoyed both the sandwich and the coffee.

    Lauren C.

    I ordered the butterscotch latte and it was just ok. The person who was taking my order was very nice and helpful. It was my first time here and I was between two. Maybe, I didn't choose wisely. There were a bunch of people here on a Sunday afternoon. There was one party before me ordering and a few minutes later, a line formed very quickly behind me. I found parking on the street and walked, but I did have to circle once or twice.

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    Ask the Community - Malou Coffee

    Can I order online or place an order through the phone?? I can't find any number for this establishment.

    Hi Ghadah! We don't currently have online ordering but will announce once available in the future!

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