LOVE Namiko! I came in during their soft opening and got a pretzel (super soft & FRESH!) and iced strawberry tea with boba (refreshing for a hot day & the perfect amount of sweet). The staff were super attentive, kind, and welcoming. There is a huge outdoor area with seating & umbrellas or you can sit inside for the classic coffee shop vibes. Also, parking isn't too bad (specially for west LA!), there's meters on Beverly blvd or residential street parking (at least on weekdays). Cannot wait to come back and try more pastries/drinks! read more

Namiko Studio Cafe - Candle and strawberry tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

i discovered this cafe by accident, looking for somewhere to get work done. i've been trying to find somewhere in LA for months that I feel productive working at, I'm so happy I found this place. I've only been twice but they've already won me over with the parking, outlets, ample seating, and outdoor and indoor options! that is so sweet as well as the owner!! excited to see this place flourish (hopefully i'll always have a seat even when they're busy!!) read more

Namiko Studio Cafe is one of those lowkey LA spots that makes you want to gatekeep. Creative crowd, fresh air, plenty of outlets, and a clean outdoor setup that makes it easy to lock in. The drip coffee was good and came with a free refill, staff was welcoming, and the restroom having a bidet was crazy cool. Perfect laptop-friendly cafe if you're feening for creative energy and a breath of fresh air. read more

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I was looking for a cafe that positioned me a little closer to Little Ethiopia than where I live, and so after checking out another spot and finding virtually no outlets, I relocated to Namiko to try to get in a work session. It's a very tranquil and comfortable spots, with a variety of hard-backed and more plush seating. For me, the plush seating is a bit too plush to be great for working, but if you're socializing, it could be perfect. (Also, for me, I find the indoor tables' ability to spin around more distracting than anything else. Your mileage may vary.) Lots of outlets inside, but the one challenge--at least with the plus "bench" where I was sitting--is that the outlets are set back a bit underneath the seating, making them hard to access. Either you have to get down on the ground or contort yourself to get the plug in and out. It was better if you were at one of the hard-backed counters (though I wish they weren't facing the wall). There's also a lovely outdoor garden space (great for the non-battery limited). The drink menu is varied, with lots of coffee, tea and bubble tea options. I went for my customary mocha, which sparked a nice chat with the friendly barista about whether I wanted their updated recipe or the original one. I tried the updated one (call me Mr. Guinea Pig). It needed a bit more chocolate, which she happily provided. The one thing that didn't compute was the barista's claim that vanilla is typically an ingredient in a mocha. It's not. A traditional mocha is just espresso, chocolate, milk (and ice, in this case). It sounds like perhaps they used it in theirs, but that's not the norm. I got mine without. Ultimately, I'd call the drink a work-in-progress (it was "fine")--they've only been open a month--and it may be that in another month, they'll have perfected it. A few other details: Bathrooms are nice and clean. Parking in the area is a bit of a challenge. A lot of the neighboring streets are two hours, so you may need to go out and flip your car to the other side of the street. I didn't try the pastries, but they looked very nice--I suspect they were quite good. All in all, I think this place has nice vibes, and I look forward to seeing if they can refine the drinks and go up a level. read more

3.5 stars for me for the coffee but with the ambiance/vibe I'd give this place a solid 4 stars. I came here and ordered the Spanish latte. It was not very good, but I've definitely had better Spanish lattes at other coffee spots. I think the coffee itself could use a little more refinement and flavor. It tasted like I was drinking cinnamon milk. That being said, what really makes this place stand out is the ambiance. The inside and outside design are both really beautiful and give off such a relaxing, aesthetic vibe. It feels like one of those places you come to more for the atmosphere and experience rather than just the coffee alone. You can tell they have a lot of potential and are building something unique here. While it may not be my first choice specifically for coffee, I'd still possibly come back to hang out, enjoy the space, or meet up with friends. read more

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Namiko Studio Cafe is an absolute gem! Staff was very friendly and welcoming. I ordered a chocolate covered strawberry latte and it was delicious! It had rea finely-chopped sweetened strawberries! I would definitely order this again but maybe add another shot of espresso. The quiche was good but it was a little bit cold in the middle. Overall, it was a great breakfast and would next time order one of their gorgeous pastries. The huge pull in this cafe is the SPACE! The garden area is cute with lots of cushioned lounge chair, a grassy area with blankets to lay on and HAMMOCK! If you are looking for a place to be creative, read a book or want to find a quiet, peaceful spots to kick it in, this would be the spot. I brought a sketch book and it was a perfect ambiance to journal and sketch for a couple of hours. read more

Namiko Studio Cafe - Chocolate covered strawberry latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Solid coffee, matcha and boba spot with a selection of savory and sweet pastries. There's a cozy indoor space as well as a large patio with seating and umbrellas for shade as well as a hammock and manicured grass area for additional seating. They also offer WiFi. They graciously offered to close off the patio for a work event and even though so many of us arrived at once the service was quick and the patio spot perfect for our group. My quiche was excellent although the matcha could have been hotter. Recommend this spot for its welcoming and chill vibe, patio space and drink and pastry offerings. read more

Namiko Studio Cafe - Matcha latte (hot) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This. Is. The. Spot!!!!! Amazingly gorgeous interior with a stunning outdoor area as well, such a peaceful and lovely spot for coffee, work or study in LA! Beautifully friendly and helpful service and deliciously made drinks! I have been looking for a good place that has similar vibes to cafes that I've visited in Japan and Seoul and it's been hard to find them in LA - I am so happy that such a beautiful place has opened in this neighborhood. They've just opened a few weeks as of the date of this review and already I can't wait to become a regular here. I had their dirty matcha with coconut milk on my first visit and it was expertly made, so well balanced, you can tell they use stellar ingredients and that they make their drinks with care. They also source their pastries currently from a few of the top local places in LA (Roti Bakery and Ensaymada Project) so love local businesses supporting each other! Also it sounds like they're going to have a lot of events coming as they settle in so I'll be on the lookout for those! The fact that they're also open until later in the evenings (until 10pm)... absolutely amazing! Parking is meter street or neighborhood during the day (but watch those signs!) read more

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New aesthetic café in the Fairfax area that's worth checking out! One of the best café atmospheres in LA for me. Glad to have visited it before TikTok blows this place up lol. They serve Asian-inspired items. I visited this café on a Friday noon and my experience here was great. Approaching the café and walking in, I was enamored with the pretty design, clean interior, and open space. There was artificial rain being sprayed by the windows paired with rain music which was so vibey. I also loved the spacious outdoor area which even has hammocks. A perfect place to wind down and relax. They even have outlets and wifi and I was able to do some work from here which was a plus. They even have clean bathrooms with Japanese toilets, what does this place not have! I ordered their Namiko Signature drink which is a vanilla latte with a blue banana cream top. While I enjoyed the flavor and creaminess of the cream top, the coffee itself was quite weak. My friend who ordered the iced americano also thought her drink was weak as well. I know this drink was literally created a day or two ago, so I would recommend using a stronger roast in the recipe. I also ordered their matcha almond croissant and that was good as well. The croissant was crispy and I enjoyed the cakey bits baked on top. I would recommend having more matcha and almond filling/flavoring though. The service was great and the staff were kind. They explained the menu items to me, helped me access the bathroom, and checked up on me which I appreciated. While the food items could be improved on, I do recognize the potential of this café to be huge. Good luck to the new business owners and I will come visit again for sure! read more

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I stumbled across this newly opened neighborhood cafe and was so delighted by how lovely the space is! Namiko means "wave child," and there are definitely some nods to surf and waves with the space decor and chill and zen vibe. There's both indoor seating as well as a spacious outdoor patio - the patio is a stand-out and is perfect for enjoying the sunny LA weather and relaxing or chatting with friends. On top of that, they're open until 10pm every day and on their website they mention hosting future community events and movie nights which would be an amazing addition to our community! I love that the cafe is dog friendly as well! Free wifi is available. The atmosphere is overall so relaxing, inviting, and chill - perfect for hanging out or getting some work done. Service was friendly, and I ended up getting the mango green tea less sweet (they have boba as a topping too!). The drink itself was pretty standard, but I liked the mango chunks in the drink. It was on the pricey end as well ($9 in total). Their bathrooms are really nice (complete with a bidet and heated seat haha!) and there's plenty of street parking in the area. Overall, a great new spot in our neighborhood with lots of potential! read more

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So happy I stumbled upon this place! It's an incredible space: super comfortable and the secret garden is so special. They're really making it an awesome space with more than just coffee. We walked in and there happen to be a movie night happening with fresh pizza. The boba teas were all delicious, the right amount of not too sweet and the boba soft and chewy. This place is such a gem and wonderful addition to the neighborhood. I hope to see them thrive! read more

Wish I could give it a 4.5 Pros: - A LOT of really cool seating both inside and outside. The outside patio gives room to have great conversations and own a portion of the space. - A cafe this large with mixed patio/indoor seating is rare in my opinion to this scale. - The music volume was great and not too loud and the tracks fit the vibe of of the place. - The indoor tables are raising/lowering depending on needs. They're not too heavy either so are easy to reposition. Great distribution of outlets too! - Nice selection of pastries, including ensaymada -- IYKYK - Updating my rating to 5 stars. The outdoor portion is actually well-lit + water feature, and a lot of dog friendly areas! Cons: - The tables are cool but not stable. Not to say they wobble (thankfully they don't), but the tops do spin as if they're on ball bearings which can be useful but also felt awkward while working. Also, the wood boards that make them aren't always evenly flush so using a mouse on it with your laptop can be annoying. - If you don't want caffeine, you have no choice. Despite tea not having as much caffeine as coffee, there aren't really many options here that are completely caffeine-free so if you're caffeine sensitive, this location might be difficult to order from. - I wasn't asked if I would like my order hot or cold and was disappointed it came out cold. Granted I might have missed it specifically being a cold beverage in the menu, but I don't drink cold coffee as often. read more

Namiko Studio Cafe - Outdoor portion - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This place is such a hidden gem... honestly one of my favorite finds. From the moment you walk in, the space feels calm, intentional, and beautifully designed. It has that perfect blend of cozy and aesthetic where you instantly want to stay awhile. The food and drinks were just as impressive. Everything tasted fresh, thoughtfully made, and not overly heavy. You can tell there's real care put into both the ingredients and presentation. I especially loved how balanced everything was, flavorful but still light and energizing. The service was warm and welcoming without being overbearing, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and easy. It's the kind of place that works for everything; catching up with a friend, getting a little work done, or just taking a quiet moment for yourself. If you're looking for a spot that feels a little elevated but still approachable, Namiko Studio Café is absolutely worth checking out. I'll definitely be back. read more

Namiko Studio Cafe - Strawberry tea and strawberry matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very cute cafe! Location is very well maintained and staff is friendly. Street parking, mostly metered on Beverly Blvd. You can probably find parking on neighboring side streets. I had a smoked ham & cheese croissant and a hot honey latte w/cinnamon. Both were delicious. The outside garden area is lovely. Definitely worth a return visit. read more

I was at Namiko this morning and spent the majority of my time in the outdoor space. It's beautifully laid out with more than enough seating and I was able to get a lot of knitting done in a nicely shaded spot. I ended up ordering a matcha and their enseymada. The matcha was solid, but the enseymada was the really outstanding part. The perfect blend of salty and sweet. Definitely check it out if you're in the area. read more

this place has amazing matcha, boba, and jasmine green tea, love that you can customize no dairy and get matcha with water or dairy free milk, the size is also very large and decent prices and the boba was very good , probably one of the best i had in a long time! It's the larger black pearls, (not the gold small kind) and they give you a lot ! I took the drinks to go but the ambiance is also nice with indoor outdoor seating and plenty of street parking , the pic shows boba from two drinks combined but still is a lot ! this will def be my new go to spot! read more

Namiko Studio Cafe - matcha with almond milk and boba was from two drinks combined - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wow... I was walking in the neighborhood and stumbled across a new coffee shop and had to give a double take before entering. This place is MASSIVE! Let's start with their drinks... I tried their thai tea first and was not disappointed! Secondly, the espresso smelled and looked AMAZING! They are really known for their Ceremonial, top notch Matcha and they have different variations of them! I will be returning for them ALL. The coolest thing is that they are open until 10 pm EVERY DAMN DAY! They're speaking my language... The space outdoors rivals the service and drinks and overall I think this is going to be the next big coffee shop in this part of LA! 5 Stars... read more

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Easily my newest favorite coffee shop. Tons of outlets, comfortable seating, outdoor garden seating, and of course delicious drinks and pastries!! I got the mango green tea with boba and it was so fresh. Also got their matcha roll. Delicious!!! The baristas are also so sweet. Will be back for sure. I studied here today and got an iced matcha latte to go when I left! read more

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Loved the vibe here, everything was set up super cute and it was clean. Food was also good so we'll definitely be coming back!

10/10 experience at Namiko Studio Cafe! I had a 20-person birthday party in the garden area this weekend and it was lovely! All my friends were obsessed with the drinks-- especially the "blue wave banana cream top vanilla latte" (can also be done over a matcha americano which was another fan favorite). My personal favorites are the fresh fruit teas-- especially the mango green tea. The garden area is a great space to host a birthday, catch-up with friends / hangout, and do work. The lighting is perfection for photos too! The staff is so kind and helpful, and truly made the experience all the better!! It's also dog-friendly, which is great! read more

such a beautiful place to study and lounge!! it gets a but chilly so i always bring a sweater, but its so peaceful both inside and in the garden. i love finding third spaces like this! read more

Namiko Studio Cafe - interior - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is beautiful. It has a nice inside and a whole outside yard which is dog friendly. The coffee is great! Overall, "Pleasant" comes to mind when you're here. read more

The owners are fantastic. They have a great menu. The outdoor garden is gonna be lit with Music and Street Art. It's Fabulous the Boba incredible read more

Excellent service and super creative vibes. The outdoor space and the matcha are fire - not to mention the workplace and games can't wait to come back at night to see the movies and rent this spot for an event. Love the theme and the merch :) this place is going to go viral for sure! read more

Great over experience and I LOVED the coffee. Would come again and invite others as well to enjoy!

Great service!!! They had a very good attitude when it came to customer service. I can appreciate the positive vibes.

Service was incredible! I really enjoyed the atmosphere in here, and the food was amazing. It was a little busy so i recommend coming early but with that being said, service was still extremely quick and accommodating! Can't wait to come back read more

amazing, amazing service and great Latte's will definitely be returning again with new people !!! my favorite little shop in beverly grove

amazing service very great food and drinks I highly recommend you trying it out if you are in the La area

really nice place to enjoy coffee, best matcha i had in la hands down!!! really worth every penny