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    Oat Milk Cappuccino

    Coffee shop directly outside of Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. All of the nurses and hospital staff go here, but it is open to everyone. They serve Starbucks coffee (and a similar menu as Starbucks), plus a few baked goods. They also have Flour Fresh Cream Donuts after 10am, which are some of the best donuts in LA in my opinion. I was here too early for donuts, and none of the other food looked appetizing, but I did enjoy my cappuccino. The oat milk they use had a slightly bitter aftertaste, but it was still a good drink. They do not have any seating, but there are benches in front of the Medical Center.

    Outside, southwest corner of UCLA 100 Medical Plaza.
    Brian W.

    Lovely little addition to UCLA Medical Plaza for coffee and snacks, even a little tiny soup menu. It's got nowhere to sit except outside but that's okay, and give how busy the main hospital cafeteria can get any additional places for food are welcome. It's run by ASUCLA, the Associated Student Union, like most campus eateries, so staff are mostly very young and do their best to be helpful. Can't expect too much from the food and drink but as said it's still a nice addition if you want your Starbucks.

    Chocolate croissant and iced coffee (yes it's Starbucks Coffee) :)

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    I have been here a lot of times. The Ube brownies and cookies are bomb! Great coffee too! The crew are also awesome.

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    “Scrubjay Cafe at UCLA Hospital is one of those spots that quietly does everything right.”

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    Le Pain Quotidien

    4.1(946 reviews)
    0.4 mi•Westwood, UCLA
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    Stopped here on our way to LA looking for a healthy lunch option and were pleasantly surprised. We…read morecame with kids, and their meals came out very quickly, which made the experience much easier for us. The coffee and matcha were both delicious, and the bread was fresh and tasty. I had the soup and avocado toast lunch combo, and everything tasted fresh and high quality. The atmosphere was welcoming, the service was great, and it was exactly the kind of healthy spot we were hoping to find. We'd definitely stop by again next time we're passing through.

    Dropped by this restaurant yesterday morning for a quick bite to eat…read more I ordered the avocado and tomato omelette (with cheddar cheese as an add on) and a lemonade. The food came out very fast, which was impressive since there were quite a few customers in the restaurant. The omelette came with two different types of bread and a salad. It was nothing fancy, but fluffy and delicious. I also enjoyed the two types of bread. They were nice and chewy. What I didn't enjoy were the salad and lemonade. The salad had WAY too much vinegar in it. I couldn't take more than a couple of bites of it. The lemonade was very sour and did not taste like it had any sugar in it. I'm guessing they're trying to offer a healthier version of a lemonade, but lemonade without sugar is just glorified lemon water. To be fair, there were packets of raw sugar and stevia on the table. However, these are probably just there for coffee drinkers. Like an idiot, I tried mixing the raw sugar into the lemonade to sweeten it up a little, but it didn't turn out well. The sugar crystals were too large and did not dissolve well in cold water. Outside of the salad and lemonade, I did enjoy my experience here. In fact, I'm planning to come back again soon. When I do, I'm going to try out the baked goods they have on display. They look very appetizing.

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    Pastries and bread

    Le Pain Quotidien - Mediterranean chicken Caesar salad

    Mediterranean chicken Caesar salad

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    Upside Down - Peppermint mocha

    Upside Down

    4.8(155 reviews)
    0.2 mi•UCLA, Westwood
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    A great spot for coffee near UCLA. There is not much parking nearby. They have both indoor and…read moreoutdoor seating available. They are a nonprofit and they operate on a system where you choose how much you pay for your drink. They use good quality coffee and the mocha that we ordered was delicious. The staff are extremely friendly and it's a good place to meet with friends. It can get noisy in there, so it may be difficult to study in if noises are a distraction.

    Stopped by Upside Down after hearing great things from a few friends. Upside Down is a super…read moreconvenient and cozy cafe located right in Westwood. It's a non-profit organization, so you can actually choose how much you want to pay for your drink. This makes it super affordable, especially for college students. Plus, your first drink is free! I got an Iced Matcha Latte with Oat Milk lightly sweetened, and it was pretty good. Not the most standout matcha I've had, but can't say it was the worst either. Still, considering the price point I would say it's still worth it. The ambiance of the cafe is elegant, chill, and comfy with plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. It's a great place to relax, chat with friends, or get some studying done. They also have free Wi-Fi, making it an easy go-to study spot. During peak hours, I believe they can get a bit busy but I've never had too much trouble finding a seat. The staff are super friendly and efficient, and I never have to wait long for my drink, even when it's busy. Definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area whether it's stopping by for a quick caffeine fix or looking for a cozy place to study.

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    Upside Down - Iced honey lavender latte

    Iced honey lavender latte

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    Series A Coffee - double matcha

    Series A Coffee

    4.3(668 reviews)
    4.2 mi
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    Series A has become one of our go-to cafes in LA, especially when we can't decide whether we're in…read morethe mood for matcha, coffee, or tea. Drinks: We've tried the Strawberry Matcha, Black Sesame Latte, Corn Latte, Mango Sticky Rice Cream Tea, and Green Matcha Cream Top. A lot of cafes may do matcha, coffee, or tea particularly well, but Series A is one of the few spots where I think they excel at all three. My personal favorites are the Corn Latte and Mango Sticky Rice Cream Tea. Service: They push out orders really fast, even when the cafe is busy. Seating: There's a good amount of seating inside, but it's almost always full. A lot of people come here to study, so tables don't necessarily open up quickly. There are also quite a few solo customers at the larger tables, so you may have to wait around a little for a spot. Parking: The parking lot is small but actually a decent size for LA. It's usually packed, but people are constantly coming and going, so we've been able to find an opening. Series A is easily one of my favorite cafes in LA. Between the variety and how consistently good the drinks are, there's always something worth coming back for.

    very good matcha spot!…read more strawberry matcha: not too sweet not too bitter. perfect ratio of everything. subbed for almond milk. very tasty! the match isn't as rich here though. mango sticky rice cream tea: 10/10. I'm not the type to get new flavors but THIS IS A MUST GET. creamy but very refreshing. service: Nice workers. ambiance: Small coffee shop, curated menu, some sitting spots. not really for studying more so for casual chats. very open in there

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    Series A Coffee - Matcha, Latte and a coffee

    Matcha, Latte and a coffee

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    Caprese Danish

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    Scrubjay Cafe - cafes - Updated October 2026

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