This is one of my regular spots, I'm here at least three times a week!…read more Staff is super cool to chat with and down to earth, they have not only coffee and matcha but also some great food options! Very peaceful and a great place to get some work/studying done. Just beware it's in a corner and most likely have to pay for the metered parking ‍

We were in the area for errands and wanted to grab coffee--when we saw they had Esquite Toast. We…read moregave it a try along with their Breakfast Burrito. It was a quiet day for a Saturday morning, there weren't many customers yet. Unfortunately, our order was overlooked and it took checking in with the staff to start its preparation. They looked puzzled at first but eventually figured it out. The Esquite Toast was OK. The bread was overly toasted. The Breakfast Burrito was OK. It filled us up. The Iced Vanilla Latte tasted too milky, could hardly taste the espresso. The hibiscus lemonade was OK. When our order arrived, a staff member was apologetic and offered a baked good on the house. We weren't able to redeem the offer given the long line that grew after our meal. Not the best first impression but maybe they were having an off day?

I just recently stumbled upon Obet & Del's off of Fig and it's quickly become the spot. I come by…read moreafter my pilates class so I am fiening for caffeine and a snack. Their coffee is so good. Balanced and full of flavor. I tried the strawberry chia pudding for the first time today and had to stop mid eating just to write this review. Light and fresh and just what I needed to continue on my morning. I've been getting the mocha latte but excited to try more. I have never had to wait long for my order either and the staff has always been friendly and on top of their ish. I'm a barista myself so I can tell they don't play around! Super happy to have found this spot

Coffee stand located in Highland Park. I think this is at least the second location for these…read morefolks. At this location it's really just walking up to a window and ordering. There's some seating outside in between this place and the place next-door. The folks here are very friendly and the service is quick. A buddy of mine were running errands in the area before they get together, so we stopped by here for some coffee. Their baked goods look good as well, so we decided to split one of their miso sesame cookies. It was unique and delicious. If I remember correctly, I got the Filipino iced coffee because it had soke ube in it. Plenty of parking. Delicious food and delicious drink drinks with quick service. Nothing to dislike!

Is this possibly the bougiest coffee shop in L.A. (bougie defined as pretentious)? Yah, it's…read moredefinitely in the running. The patrons include bicyclists whose bikes cost more than my car, folks driving Porsches (the bougiest car of all imho), lots of performative tattoos, and more athleisurewear than I've seen in my life. And this is in Cypress Park, which to me is most famous as the location of my favorite King Taco (not bougie at all). So, is gentrification happening here? That's a big yes. When the word "elevated" gets used to describe menu items, that's a dead giveaway. And yet....that Mascarpone latte is a work of art. Per their website, it's a "Tiramisu inspired drink layered with espresso, mascarpone cheese foam, and muscovado milk." It's just as good as it sounds. And honestly, these days, $8 was a bargain. Shocking how many young people were up and ordering their custom drinks at 7:30 am on a Sunday morning. I'm guessing the line gets really long on weekends. So order early! Five stars for creative drinks and free street parking.

Was able to revisit LOQUAT COFFEE a few times since my last review. A couple of times with…read morecoworkers and another couple of times with fam. In each and every visit, I know I am boring, I ordered the same thing - CORTADO. The benefit of being boring and visiting several times is that I can definitively say that they churn out consistently GREAT cortados. I was able to finagle some of the following as well: - HOT LATTE. Not "watery", or should I say "milky". Strong and creamy. - FONDRY KOUIGN AMMAN. Sooo good. Of course. And without the Fondry line. Staff is always awesome. Parking looks challenging but I've never had a problem. There was always space for me to sit and down my bean drug.

A Coffee shop that punches above its weight…read more A classy yet petite shop with pastry's and coffee you might only expect in Beverly Hills, located here in El Sereno with a faithful following. See ya, I'm going to li'l East for coffee:)

In my latest outing around El Sereno, I decided to stop by Lil East Coffee again. I had been a…read moreregular there for years since they first opened, and honestly, it used to be one of my favorite spots. The treatment, the attitude, the attention to detail -- it all felt genuine. It had personality. (And by the way, Amelia was always my favorite barista there.) After being away for a couple of months, I came back and immediately noticed the vibe had changed. The first thing I felt was that it no longer had the warmth that made it special. It started to feel like just another coffee spot in LA. Maybe I'm just getting older and appreciating human interaction more, but to me a great barista is almost like a morning bartender -- someone who sets the tone for your day, even through a small interaction. Lately, there are a couple of baristas there who, at least from my experience, come across very disconnected. No emotion, no warmth, almost robotic to the point where it feels uncomfortable. At first I thought maybe it was just me being picky, but one day I stayed for a while, drank my coffee there, and observed the room. Honestly, it seemed like most people were getting the same cold treatment. Maybe it's a generational thing. Who knows. What I did discover is that they also serve coffee at their wine bar around the corner, and strangely enough, the energy there feels much more welcoming. Sometimes all people want is a simple smile the world refuses to give them some days. I still appreciate what Lil East once was for me, but these days I'd probably avoid the coffee shop location itself. If I have the time, I'd rather grab my coffee from Lil Cans instead.

Loveeeeee Damo! The service is always so fast, which I really appreciate. There's street parking…read moreright outside--it's definitely tight, but I can usually find a spot pretty quickly. Usually I have to tell baristas to dial down the sweetness but damo is always perfectly not that sweet for the "Asian palette" my order is always the hojicha latte even though I've tried everything on the menu. Everything is great which is very rare. Definitely appreciate how consistent they are every visit. The space itself is huge with tons of seating, so it's perfect for hanging out with friends or bringing your laptop and getting some work done. I also love that there are other spots on the block to check out, so you can grab your drink and walk around not too sketchy.

8/4/2026 3 1/2 Stars…read more First time at Damo. MATCHA EINSPANER Very creamy matcha. Matcha flavor is there, but it's not distinct matcha where you can taste the nuances of the matcha flavors. The cream top does make it very creamy and it does mask majority of the matcha flavor. It did taste like a dessert drink. It was enjoyable though. COLD BREW VANILLA Weirdly sour and smoky flavored cold brew. Slight floral flavor too. It was such an odd combination of flavors with the vanilla cold foam. The lingering aftertaste was not good either. It's neither this nor that. Would not recommend! FINANCIERS Their financiers are made by a local bakery called Musk. It seems their financier flavors are changed often, so no same flavors are in rotation. Sausage & Parmesan - The almond cake's vanilla flavor with the sausage and salty parmesan was a unique flavor. The almond cake was nice and spongy. It did take a bit of time to get used to the savory flavors with the almond cake. It's like a breakfast in an unexpected way. Nutella - Buttery almond cake with nutella and roasted hazelnuts. Enjoyed it! I think Nutella fans would like it. Mugwort + Fig - Buttery in the beginning and it ends with a good, medium-strength flavor of mugwort. Fig was garnish on top, so you barely get it. However, I like that they added the sweetness of the figs with the earthy bitter mugwort. Overall, it was uniquely delicious and mugwort was the star. Yuza + Apricot - A tad sweeter than expected due to the outer brush of yuza aka yuzu simple syrup. Loved the chewy apricot on top. It really brought a lovely fruityness to the financier. The yuzu flavor was there alongside the butteryness of the almond cake. All the financiers were done well! Delicious! Recommend trying at least one when you're at this location. Not sure if their financiers are offered at their other locations. CUSTOMER SERVICE It was good. Not terribly friendly, but still answered my questions. Staff were all busy making the drinks. AMBIANCE + SEATS Really large space with rows of tables and chairs. It was strange walking in and seeing various tables and seats to one side and it almost looked like a cafe used as office space. Seeing all the people sitting down on their laptops or talking, as though they're having a casual business meeting there. It was just strange. The tables were mixed wooden tables and chairs. There were long benches too for people waiting for takeout orders. The large space felt so roomy, I get why the tables were all taken. PARKING Street parking is available, yet when I was there in the early afternoon on a Tuesday, it was packed! The only place to park was the paid parking lot right across from Damo. Parking was $5.00. I wouldn't recommend parking elsewhere outside of that street, as it is a sketchy area and lots of homeless encampments around the area. Would I return? Not sure. I like the large, roomy warehouse space with lots of tables to sit in, but the cafe being in a sketchy area gives me hesitation. Not in love with $5.00 parking too. One of my drinks was good, but the other was bad. The only thing I loved was the financiers.

Food was amazing, coffee was amazing. I little pricey but the portions and taste make it worth the…read moreprice. Has seating inside and out which is a plus. Nice people and good ambiance.

Antigua Coffee is a fantastic little gem in Cypress Park, Los Angeles, perfect for anyone seeking a…read moreno frills, high quality coffee and tea experience. On my visit, I tried the iced chai with a shot of espresso, and it was perfectly crafted. The chai tea, brewed in house, had a wonderful depth of flavor, and it was expertly balanced with the espresso shot. Often an espresso shot can overpower a chai, or get lost in it, but here it was neither too strong nor too faint just right. While Antigua Coffee might not be big on elaborate decor, it more than makes up for it with its extensive menu of coffee and tea options. If you're in the Cypress Park area and looking for a local spot with expertly prepared drinks, Antigua Coffee is definitely worth a visit.

Not the best. Ordered a vanilla latte and it tasted like straight milk with a hint of coffee…read moreflavor. I let the baristas know and they explained to me how a latte is made. I understand how a latte is made, but the espresso did not come through at all. Not sure if they are measuring the milk by the ounces or just filling the cup up and eyeballing it which is exactly how it tasted. I ended up paying for an extra shot of espresso to be added so I could at least taste some bit of coffee. The barista did come out to ask if my drink tasted better so I did appreciate that. Their house made vanilla syrup tasted pretty good. I just wish my latte was made a little bit better from the start.

We ordered an iced Salted Caramel Latte. The best iced latte I have ever had…read more Not sure if it was the fact it was salted caramel instead of just your typical caramel or because they use Proper syrup which goes for over $20 (the smallest bottle). The flavor of their coffee is also really good. It appears as if they take great pride with the coffee beans and flavors they choose after researching their brand.

Honestly, I'm confused why this place only has 9 reviews on yelp?…read more I happened to be local around the area and decided to stop by here. Got myself a Cortado & a chocolate chip cookie. The guy who attended me was awesome, very friendly. Enjoyed the cortado very much as well as that delicious cookie! The place is nice & the seating chairs made me feel like I leveled up XD. Chairs & tables outside as well to enjoy an outside time. I definitely recommend anyone to come by for a quick bite. 5/5 for me!

Was in and customer service gave me my matcha right away! Ordered the pistachio milk matcha latte…read moreand it was very refreshing. Nice area to come to and chill at and plants all around.

Stopped in on an afternoon - first I have to say the interior space was beautifully decorated with…read morean art exhibit! The outside patio space is so cute too, shaded but still open air. I didn't have any food as I actually arrived *just* after closing. The employees were still kind enough to make me two drinks to go. The matcha and coffee were great! Altogether, my small first interaction with this establishment was great! I look forward to coming back and trying more drinks, and some food!

The space here is really cool, a nice little courtyard and recently added indoor cafe dining area…read more It's definitely different than anything else in this area. The staff mentioned that they are partnering with a local gallery and were in the process of changing out artwork. It seems like a great spot for that kind of thing. To be honest it felt like they were still in soft opening. Super friendly staff offered that there were items not on the menu that I could order, which I did. The menu pictures posted before have been replaced (I didn't snap new pics, sorry) and they are offering different items. They made me a salami sandwich which was very good. It was with a Chipotle spread they offered on the side which I did not think would pair well with the salami but was actually delicious. Ingredients were fresh and everything tasted great. I also got a banana strawberry Nutella crepe, which was good but smaller than I was expecting. The menu did say something about taco, so I guess they are going for a fusion mexi-crepe vibe !. The flavors were great, but I don't think I've ever had a crepe that was not fresh and warm - This one was cold. All in all it was a great lunch and I will go back and try other things. I hope they continue to refine the experience and get this new location thriving. Also be advised hours here have been in flux. I tried to come several times but they were only opened in the evenings and some times when they were supposed to open it wasn't, but now with the expansion to the indoor dining area I think they are opening for lunch every day.

@ARCHIVES OF US -- a chic, elegant café in DTLA that has officially earned a spot on my LA…read morefavorites. The best matcha I've tried in LA so far, sourced from Kagoshima, Japan. The Orange Mint Matcha was completely unexpected for me, but the delicate citrusy orange and subtle hint of mint complemented the rich, earthy matcha so beautifully. And the Dirty Matcha? Another winner. I've tried matcha + espresso at other places and usually haven't been a fan, but AOU's version was a close second to my favorite matcha drink. Both were incredible. And the food did not disappoint. The Spicy Miso Carbonara was a delicious combination of creamy, savory and spicy -- chef's kiss. The Wagyu Egg Sliders came with perfectly cooked medium steak, soft creamy egg and cheese -- the ultimate little bites. Beautiful space, great drinks, incredible food, and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. There's even enough room to sit, work, and actually enjoy a quiet moment. Definitely coming back ASAP.

i finally get the hype around this spot, and would definitely come back if i was in the area…read more the matcha einspanner and tiramisu latte were both 10/10. i appreciated that they don't heavily sweeten the matcha, i forgot to ask for half sweet like i usually do, but was satisfied! the cream had a light sweetness to it that also wasn't overwhelming. the tiramisu latte was also the perfect balance for me! the breakfast burritos were a good size, and pretty tasty! we could not figure out what flavor the orange salsa was, it seemed pretty unique. overall, a nice place to go for a matcha or coffee but be prepared to wait a bit! there is some indoor and a larger patio seating available, so finding seating isn't too difficult.