Best coffee and beans in the Valley hands down…read more If you are enthusiast, this is the place for you. Staff is knowledgeable, product quality is amazing.

This coffee shop is just down the street from us which makes it even better! The baristas are all…read moreso thoughtful and sweet! I love that Laidrey does a give back for those who want to buy someone a drink! Their coffee is all roasted in house and delicious! They also are always upgrading and updating the interior. My one complaint is that the only accessible spot is in the back and the back door is marked as not an entrance. This makes accessibility support challenging for those who need it.

We were trying to get to Laidrey when I remembered a cute little shop in a plaza a minute north. I…read moreconvinced my husband to check out this spot since we hadn't been here before. The shop is located in a plaza with decent parking spots. I can imagine on a busy day it can be hard to park here! Which was already a good start to our experience since Laidrey has terrible parking (no offense). I love Laidrey but wanted to give a chance to a place I haven't tried before. Upon entrance, we were greeted with a warm and pleasant "good morning!" The staff is incredibly kind and helpful. The cashier/barista was the sweetest girl who gave me helpful tips on what to get. There was an older gentlemen who walked us through on the different pastries. He told us what to get warmed up and what would taste good with the coffee. I'm so glad the staff had actual good tips because man was everything DELICIOUS. The potato croquette I had was mind blowing! It was savory with hints of cumin and a little bit of spice which you can't really get something like this at regular coffee shops. My FAVORITE! The sweetened puff pastry with cheese felt decadent and good with the coffee but boy did it fill me up immediately! The savory feta pastry was something my husband ordered which he seemed to really like but wasn't a personal favorite of mine. The Spiced Mexican Mocha was smooth and creamy. My husband ordered this and it was perfectly up to his speed! I ordered "The Sam" which is a salted vanilla oat latte. I was so excited because it already had oat milk in it! This latte was absolutely incredible and she even added the aesthetic foam art heart to it. Overall, the environment was wholesome and it's a very spacious shop. Not too loud or crowded for me. I would definitely come back and maybe even do some office work here while enjoying my potato croquette!!

Don't know how this got almost 4.5 stars. The coffee was really watered down with a weird after…read moretaste. Maybe just not a fan of the salted vanilla syrup but even the coffee looks almost transparent. It tastes how it looks. Eeeek.

I love coffee bean !!!! I go to all the ones near my area! I frequently come to this location when…read moreI have appointments close by! I'm late for a review but I do enjoy coming to this location!! They always have good personalities and never mess up my order! They make their drinks to and do not rush!! It's pretty steady business here! It's a small parking lot but you will find parking for sure!!! Clean inside and even the restroom!! Nice to come here to study as well! -Marshay D.

The employees at this Coffee Bean have always been among the friendliest humans alive, and they…read morework very hard to keep the place clean and running smoothly. In a location with an ever-shifting number of street people who may occasionally cause grief, all condiments are kept behind the counter, which needles the personal customization experience a touch (though it's understandable). Coffee here (which I always get iced) is robustly flavored without being bitter. Though I'm not the kind of aficionado others may claim to be, even I can appreciate this Java is far better than what's being served at Starbucks. However, food items are lagging far behind. The Cheddar & Jalapeño Croissant, previously pretty well-packed with cheese and peppers and sporting a goodly hit of heat, has been revamped and replaced by a dry, very mass-produced crescent with hardly any cheese or peppers, and no spice; really, barely any flavor at all, spicy or not. Other breakfast items on display failed to ignite much of a spark in me, and their version of a McMuffin looked especially unappealing in its display case packaging. So, the food is a bit of a bust, but the coffee is top notch, and the cafe areas are comfortable and well lit. Add in the free WiFi, and this is a good place to relax, chat with friends, watch a game or do some work. Maybe just sneak in a cruller from Winchell's across the street to go with your cup of Joe.

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Went for the first time today and I'm honestly blown away! I ordered the crème brûlée iced latte,…read moreand my son got the ice cream, everything was incredibly fresh and absolutely delicious. I can't believe it took me this long to discover this place! The staff were all so friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The shop itself is adorable, with a cozy seating area and even board games to enjoy. Such a cute and inviting spot! Definitely a hidden gem! I can't wait to come back!

Service great & food always great I have been coming here…read morefor many years The place is always clean

While we enjoyed their traditional cookies and breads, we were disappointed with their ube items…read more For a recent party, we ordered a box that included the ube three‑layer cake, ube brownies, and ube cookies. While the best compliment for any Asian‑inspired dessert is often "not too sweet," these were unfortunately the opposite. Everyone at the party found them overwhelmingly sweet that overpowered the flavor. Will probably just stick to their traditional items. The staff is very helpful and the line usually moves quickly.

One of the best matcha einspanners in LA. It was very similar to Memorylook's. The cream top was…read morethick and I loved the added flavor of the matcha koicha. Matcha latte itself was delicious. Came on a Monday afternoon and it was empty. But once I ordered, a line of 10 people formed! Some seating inside. Easy parking in the covered parking structure.

Always a solid spot for your caffeine needs!…read more Got an iced americano like usual. Everyone else enjoyed their drinks. Can park in the garage. Ambiance in this location is a lot darker than others.

Really sweet and amazing people, I left my bag and they held it for me ! I ordered the Avocado…read moreToast & Egg along with the Valley Girl Latte, both were really good ! Definitely recommend !

Love love love it when we find great coffee shops! We went here on an early Sunday morning and it…read morewas the perfect way to start the day. We ordered a mocha latte and horchata latte to-go and they were both so good. We also shared a breakfast sandwich and I have to say, the way they toasted the English muffin was perfection. I like my breads lightly toasted, but the crispy texture on this sandwich was really good. Everyone here was super nice and helpful so that's always a plus. And with a parking lot conveniently located in the small plaza, what more can you ask for!

Solid spot if you're in the Encino area! We tried the…read morecardamom latte with oat milk and it was really good! You can actually taste the spices, and it's not overly sweet at all. Just a clean, well-balanced coffee drink. I'd give the coffee itself a solid 4/5. What really stood out though was the customer service. The barista was super helpful in guiding us through the menu, which I always appreciate. That kind of warmth makes a difference! We'd definitely come back when we're in the area. If this review helped, a thumbs up means a lot!

First time at the Encino location. I stopped by for an iced cloud matcha and a croissant around…read more9am. As expected, the coffee shop was full and almost every seat was taken so I ended up taking my order to go. It was a beautiful morning, too so even the seating outside was full (yay for supporting local!) My drink and croissant were perfection, as always, and the service was great. Definitely recommend both locations but if you're looking to dine in or work remotely, better chances at finding a seat in Tarzana as that location is bigger.

Founded in Melrose Place in 2013, Alfred Coffee specializes in matcha drinks but also has coffee…read more on the menu along with breakfast burritos and pastries. I ordered the Matchaga - described as a matcha + functional mushroom drink blended with chaga, reishi, and lion's mane mushrooms, vanilla, monk fruit, and a dash of strawberry. I got mine with oat milk, which they don't charge extra for. I liked this location with its natural lighting and indoor/outdoor seating arrangement. You can park in the back as well with a door that leads to the parking lot. The matchaga (12 oz $7.50) had just the right amount of sweetness with NO SUGAR. Since I'm trying to cut out sugar these days, this was a welcome change. The matcha wasn't too bitter and there was just the hint of mushroom, in fact I could barely taste it. When it is busy, you may have to wait awhile, although my daughter got her iced strawberry matcha latte right away. Would totally return!

Love that an Alfred opened up in Encino! It's right by a small park too which is a nice one to walk…read morearound. Metered parking around the area or free parking deeper in the residential area. Pretty big cafe, they have a decent amount of seating. Great spot to meet up with someone. Alfred has lots of options, both espresso and matcha, standard and specialty ones too like lavender or strawberry. I usually love their vanilla bean latte but this time I went with an iced matcha. I also love that they have a dairy-free cloud/cream top so folks who are dairy-free or vegan can enjoy it too. I went without it this time to cut down on cost but am excited to try it in the future! I'm also really excited to try their peaches n cream matcha too, it sounds so good!

I've been here at least five times and have never left disappointed. The food and coffee are…read moreconsistently good -- literally no complaints. The customer service is warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly too, which says a lot coming from someone who frequents a lot of local spots and knows consistency isn't always easy to find. Some of my personal favorites are the kimchi tacos and the kimchi grilled cheese sandwich -- seriously so good. I also love the avocado toast, chilaquiles, and their pastries. Honestly, if you need a probiotic break from life, this might be your place with all the yummy kimchi creations they have available. The vibe is another reason I keep coming back. It's relaxed and inviting whether you're stopping in for a quick bite or posting up to work for a few hours. Either way, you really can't go wrong here. Definitely worth checking out.

Stopped by recently and had a pretty good experience overall. The chai was decent, but I was hoping…read morefor a bit more spice and depth of flavor. That said, the Madagascar vanilla latte was really good - smooth, slightly sweet, and definitely something I'd order again. The burritos were a highlight!! super big portions and satisfying. Prices were also very reasonable for the quality and size, which is always a plus. Staff was nice and welcoming, which made the visit even better. I'd come back, especially for the burritos and that vanilla latte!