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    Maru Coffee

    4.3 (711 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Open 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Matcha Americano and bon bon
    Mia T.

    Trendy crowd .. I've been to both locations and they both hold a good long line and wait time is reasonable .. with the wait . Ordered the bon bon and matcha americano .. also selection of pastries and gluten free donuts .. I had the ham and cheese croissant. Atmosphere has some good music playing and people just hanging in the seating area chatting.

    Pamela M.

    Coffee was very good I ordered a vanilla latte. The coffee shop is gorgeous and spacious. Service was fast and professional. I would definitely recommend

    Iced Chai Latte $6.75
    Arrianne D.

    This was my first visit to Maru, and it definitely won't be my last. I ordered an iced chai latte, and it was hands down the best I've ever had. The flavor was bold and well-balanced without being overpowering, and I loved the subtle touch of star anise--it added a unique and elevated twist. The service was friendly and efficient, which made the experience even better. The space itself is beautiful, its very modern, clean, and inviting, making it a great spot to sit and unwind. And I can't forget the chocolate chunk cookie, it was absolutely delicious. It had the perfect balance of chocolate chunks in every bite, giving it a rich flavor. The cookie itself was on the thinner side, which allowed it to bake evenly throughout. It had a crisp exterior with a soft, tender interior that wasn't underbaked at all. Honestly, one of the best chocolate chip cookies I've ever had.

    Kimberly C.

    I've been to Maru Coffee in New York before and really enjoyed it, so I wanted to check out the LA location since it's closer to home. We ordered their cream top coffee, and it didn't quite hit the same. The cream itself is actually really good.. rich, smooth, and flavorful but the coffee underneath was noticeably sour. On its own, it threw off the balance quite a bit. Once we mixed it thoroughly, it became more tolerable, but it still wasn't something we would order again.

    Diane K.

    I visited Maru Coffee in Downtown LA on 1/19/2025 and 10/19/2022. In 2022, I came here with my friends, and on January 10th, 2025, I came with my family. As famous as this place is for its coffee, really good. I especially love their Cream Top coffee. All of the staff here are friendly, the coffee is delicious, and overall it's a good coffee shop. The only downside is that parking can be difficult to find. But somehow I always seem to have amazing parking luck. Whenever I go anywhere, a parking spot magically opens right in front of me. Even during the Christmas shopping season, when people say they drive around for over an hour looking for parking spaces, I somehow always get a spot right away. Another small downside is that the seating area is a bit limited, so it feels crowded.

    Piyathida R.

    Love the vanilla beans Latte! The vanilla bean latte was aromatic with a rich vanilla flavor, and the coffee itself was well-balanced, not bland at all. - but hard to find parking spot and seat. Better jusy grab and go

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    Daejah A.

    I came to Maru after hearing a lot of buzz about how good the matcha is. I know it's a very popular spot in LA and I'm not local so I wanted to give it a try. I ordered a matcha latte with oat milk. I also got the premium ceremonial grade matcha they had on the menu which was an extra charge. I knew the drink price would be steep but I wanted to try the best quality matcha they had. The latte itself I was surprised by. Upon tasting the drink I thought it was not sweetened. I asked one of the employees if I could have sweetener added, to which they said the latte was sweetened with a little bit of agave. I am not someone who likes my drinks overly sweet but this matcha latte fully tasted unsweetened. The matcha itself was good quality however the flavor notes were leaning grassy/astringent. It's just not a flavor profile I gravitate towards. Lastly, I will say the atmosphere/vibe felt a bit unwelcoming. I don't think that was anyone's intention. I just think that is kind of the culture in LA. If I did go back I would try the coffee as the matcha was a miss for me.

    Espresso tonic
    Ale M.

    Maru's espresso tonic is one of my favorites at the moment. It's on the lower end of sweetness, which I prefer and is just simple and very "straightforward and to the point." Espresso quality is also good. And they also carry a handful of vegan pastries - my go-to is their pumpkin spice donut, which is lightly dusted with powdered sugar, and very moist. Parking: street parking is always an easy find around here :)

    Ham & Cheese Croissant was delish!
    Pam M.

    We came on the 1st and when we walked in there were so many people just standing around. We were helped and then we waited for our coffee. This place is popular so be ready to chill and enjoy the vibes. Each drink is made carefully and deliberately.

    Kelly H.

    Met up with a few friends here, got black coffee and Matcha latte. Excellent coffee from Ethiopia, this place can get packed so seating can be limited. Plenty of parking on the street nearby.

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    Chelsea F.

    Finally had the opportunity to try Maru Coffee for their matcha after hearing so many good things! Didn't have to wait very long in line and the drinks came out fairly quickly. Love the vibe inside, appreciate the clean modern feel.

    Emily K.

    2nd time here & it's busier than ever... I came on a Wednesday morning thinking there would be less people but it was packed with quite a line. Parking is street or $4 for 30 min at a lot 1 block away. Super fast paced ordering with the barista up front, you better know what to get asap or they get kind of upset lol. The shop is cute with wooden inside seating and an open bar concept. The creamtop is the best thing here. They are NOT doing the matcha latte cream top anymore if anyone is wondering. The matcha is premade but the latte color is still there. Great coffee, busy work space, with limited parking. It's giving peak LA :)

    Marc N.

    I think it really depends on what you order. The cream-top drinks are pretty good, and the coffee itself is decent. It falls into the sweet coffee category, but I do think the coffee quality here is better than a lot of similar spots. Service was very friendly, and the cafe itself is cute and inviting. Usually has a long wait. Service: Friendly and welcoming Food/Drinks: Good cream-top drinks, solid coffee, sweeter style but better quality than most Ambiance: Cute and comfortable cafe space 8/10 A reliable sweet coffee spot with better-than-average coffee quality

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    Ask the Community - Maru Coffee

    What's in an espresso tonic?

    It's common to get served espresso straight with a separate glass of tonic water.

    Is this the arts district location and can you sit inside?

    This one is in downtown LA, and yes you can sit inside :)

    I love Maru decor. Where can purchase the cups, plates, bowls?

    Hello, we don’t sell them at our store but you find them at www.notaryceramics.com

    Are there plenty of electrical outlets near seating/tables?

    Yes

    Are you guys dog-friendly?

    Yes! Saw so many doggies come in!

    Are there any vegan friendly options? for drinks and pastries

    Where are your pastries from?

    Sugarbloom.

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    Alchemist Coffee Project - Basque cheesecake

    Alchemist Coffee Project

    4.3(1.5k reviews)
    4.0 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
    $

    Drinks: - Matcha einspanner has a good balance of sweet and…read moreearthy flavors - Tiramisu latte is alright, too sweet Parking: - If you come before lunchtime, you can park in the lot for free! - If you come after/during lunchtime, good luck finding street parking or you can pay valet Seating: - Plenty of seating all throughout the store - Many outlets! Of all the alchemist locations, this one is superior because of the abundance of parking and seating

    While the coffee was undeniably delicious, it's the experience--and how it made me feel--that will…read morelinger... I ordered a pour-over to enjoy in-house. When I went to pick it up, I grabbed a saucer to avoid spilling on my way back to my seat. Before I could even walk away, one of the baristas snatched it from my hand and said, "You're not allowed to use that. The saucers go with the latte mugs!" I paused, glanced at the empty café behind me, and replied, "There are plenty available--surely I can use one." He continued, in a dismissive tone, speaking to me in a way that felt unnecessarily disrespectful. I chose to walk away and still enjoy my pour-over. But it's not just about serving good coffee. As Maya Angelou reminds us, people will always remember how you made them feel. And in this space, I felt unwelcome. As a paying customer--one who tipped in advance--that behavior felt undeserved and unwarranted. For that reason, there's no need to return.

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    Alchemist Coffee Project - I'm back...On National Coffee Day, it had to be the Alchemist!

    I'm back...On National Coffee Day, it had to be the Alchemist!

    Alchemist Coffee Project - Iced Misugaru Latte!! (Misugaru is Korean traditional mix of whole grains blended) highly recommend.

    Iced Misugaru Latte!! (Misugaru is Korean traditional mix of whole grains blended) highly recommend.

    Alchemist Coffee Project - Matcha Latte

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    Matcha Latte

    Memorylook - Brown Sugar Hojicha Einspanner and Matcha Latte

    Memorylook

    4.1(1.4k reviews)
    4.1 miKoreatown
    $$

    I had a day to spend in LA, and my local friend insisted that I try Memorylook's hojicha…read moreeinspanner. She let me know that Memorylook is known for einspanners and they have their own parking lot. When there's a parking lot on-site, say less.. Parking wasn't too difficult to come by, and there are even a few electric charging spots if you need it. I stopped by around noontime and there were people inside/outside chatting, working, taking pics in the photobooth, etc. The line went by quickly and I had my hojicha einspanner in no time! It was so tasty!! The cream top was light and not too sweet. The hojicha was smooth. I really enjoyed it, and the latte definitely helped me keep cool while driving around LA on such a hot day. If I lived in LA, I could see myself coming here to do work on my laptop or to meet a friend. Such a cute, spacious spot!

    I came around 5 pm on a Wednesday and was able to find a seat inside without issue…read more Parking:5/5 Easy free lot parking out back Ordered : Matcha einspanner 4/5: this was delish, it tasted more of a dessert rather than a matcha bevy. The cream top works nicely with the matcha, the matcha flavor is pretty light Blood Orangeade 1/5: this was honestly not my fav. I didn't end up finishing it, it tasted like syrup+sparkling water. The drinks weren't spectacular, but given the easy parking and tables, I'd prob come back to study

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    Memorylook - Strawberry cream puff

    Strawberry cream puff

    Memorylook - Matcha einspanner

    Matcha einspanner

    Memorylook - Matcha Einspanner

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    Matcha Einspanner

    Kokoro No Coffee - Matcha Latte and Latte with Coffee Jelly and Einspanner Cream I think? SO DELICIOUS

    Kokoro No Coffee

    5.0(17 reviews)
    1.2 miLittle Tokyo, Downtown

    What an absolute treat in the Japan Town area! Not too far from the center, just a short walk away…read moreis Kokoro No Coffee- a pop-up coffee shop at Aloha Cafe. I stumbled across their Yelp page when I was visiting from out of town and checked the Instagram for their hours on a Saturday afternoon and was happy to see they were open! I am a sucker for pop-up coffee shop/cart concepts so I had to check it out. The pop-up is easy to find, it's outside facing into the parking lot, and they had a cute A-frame sign out by the street side. There was no line, and I ordered and sat down at one of the tables out front. The service was so warm, and I believe the shop is owned and operated by one man on his own! He was an absolute delight to meet, and he brought my matcha latte to me at the table when it was prepared. He suggested I get the cream top on it, and boy was that the perfect recommendation. I would say I'm a little bit of a matcha fiend... I think I got a matcha latte at 3 different places this day... and this one far surpassed the others. I think it was one of the best matcha lattes I have ever drank to-date. It was perfectly green, the matcha quality was phenomenal, both taste and look-wise. The texture was just right, perfectly creamy with barely any grittiness. The cream top only added to the drink, and didn't take away from the matcha flavor at all, which I feel like has happened at other places for me. I'm dreaming of this matcha latte days later, and need to go back to Kokoro No Coffee as soon as I am in town again. This was a spectacular find, and I hope this spot gets all the love it deserves! There is truly nothing like a great business ran by a great person and you can tell there's so much intention put into this concept. Highly, highly recommend and I could not sing praises more!

    Got there at 9am and ordered drinks. Friendly service and delicious coffee beans. Great pop up…read morespot to support located at Aloha Cafe in little Tokyo! I could see some outdoor sitting option to wait or enjoy coffee being helpful, yet currently it is only take out with paper and plastic cups available.

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    Kokoro No Coffee - So good!!!!!!!

    So good!!!!!!!

    Kokoro No Coffee - Bernie approves

    Bernie approves

    Kokoro No Coffee

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    Archives Of Us - Matcha Einspanner

    Archives Of Us

    4.5(463 reviews)
    2.0 miDowntown
    $$

    Came here on a Monday morning so I could get some work done while my husband studied, and it was…read moresuch a great experience. The café is located within an apartment complex and offers underground parking, which the coffee shop validates the first hour is only $3. Street parking is also available. You follow the café signs to an elevator, and once you arrive, you're welcomed into a moody, beautiful space. DOGS ARE ALLOWED which is awesome. There's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. The outdoor area feels like a balcony terrace combo with a small but lovely view of the LA skyline. We sat here and our doggo enjoyed a nap in the sun. It's a great spot to work, study, or catch up with friends without feeling cramped or rushed. The staff was incredibly kind, welcoming, and friendly. They offer a nice variety of drinks, and we ordered an iced matcha latte and a hot Madagascar vanilla latte. For pastries, we chose a guava madeleine and a cookie butter madeleine. Everything is made fresh, and they actually whisk the matcha for each drink, which really shows in the quality. Our drinks came out quickly and were delicious. I loved my matcha, and my husband really enjoyed his latte. The pastries were also great, especially the cookie butter madeleine. This café is dog-friendly, which is a nice bonus. Overall, it was such a pleasant experience, and we'll definitely be back.

    Parking is difficult and expensive. You have to park separately, walk over, and take an elevator up…read moreto the cafe. They only validate for 30 minutes, which honestly feels short given the setup. The vibes are immaculate though. Excellent music selection and sound quality -- it made the space really easy to focus in (unless you hate music). That alone elevated the experience a lot for me. I went on a Monday around 5 PM and they had no food available, which was disappointing because the kimchi fried rice sounded amazing. I ordered the matcha, and it was genuinely excellent. The foam had a slight saltiness to it that paired really well with the drink, and the matcha itself tasted high quality. I wouldn't change anything about it. My drink came out to around $9 including tip. Overall, I really liked this place and would probably come here often if I lived nearby. Between the expensive parking, limited outlet-to-seat ratio, and lack of food during my visit, I'd give it a solid 4/5.

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    Archives Of Us - Tiramisu cream top, matcha cream top

    Tiramisu cream top, matcha cream top

    Archives Of Us - Iced matcha + orange mint latte

    Iced matcha + orange mint latte

    Archives Of Us - Orange mint matcha / Banana cream matcha

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    Orange mint matcha / Banana cream matcha

    Community Goods - Matcha einspanner & Vanilla bean latte

    Community Goods

    4.2(1.1k reviews)
    8.5 miBeverly Grove
    $$

    Unfortunately, Community Goods is worth the hype and I will be coming back and waiting in line haha…read more I went for the first time a few weeks ago on a Saturday morning around 9:30am and waited 1.5 hours. The line is not for the faint of heart. I tried their matcha einspanner, breakfast sliders, and pistachio toast and all three were AMAZING. - Matcha Einspanner: One of the best matchas I've ever had! The matcha is so well balanced - you can actually taste the matcha, not too sweet, and creamy too. They also sprinkle sea salt on top which helps enhance the matcha flavor. My only complaint is that I wish the cup was bigger. - Breakfast Sliders: I wasn't expecting much from the sliders, but everyone always hypes up their slides, so I knew I had to give it a try. I was not disappointed! The egg is so fluffy and the sauces that come with it are so delicious, especially their hot sauced. I added bacon and avocado too and it was great. - Pistachio Toast: I feel like their pistachio toast is not talked about enough. It was so yummy and satisfying that I wish I could get another one. The toast is hearty and the pistachio spread with sea salt, olive oil, and olive oil is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I'm still thinking about their toast. Although it is quite pricey, I think the taste and quality justify the price. The interior is small and there's about 6 tables outside which is pretty crowded so you might have to take it elsewhere to enjoy. Parking is easy with metered street parking or free parking in the neighborhoods.

    I took two stars off because the wait makes it not worth it but the overnight oats and iced hojicha…read moreeinspanner does. I waited an hour for everything. The line was full of restless people and It was overwhelming. It was hot outside. It's pricey also. But my food was delicious. I recommend but beware you need to make it an event instead of a stop. The staff was friendly despite the amount of people. Waiting in line at community goods is the equivalent of dining at a restaurant start to finish. That includes finding somewhere to park. So if you have a day off work and have time to kill but also want to get hard earned coffee come here It's pretty good but make your wait worth it and get the oats.

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    Community Goods - Einspanner

    Einspanner

    Community Goods - Sliders w/ bacon

    Sliders w/ bacon

    Community Goods - Matcha einspanner and vanilla bean latte

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    Matcha einspanner and vanilla bean latte

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