@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.

Nice coffee shop in K-Town. There's valet parking available in the shared plaza, though the plaza…read morewas pretty busy when we visited. I really enjoyed the coffee here. Lots of interesting choices. The drinks were well balanced and not overly sweet, so you could actually taste the coffee instead of having it covered up by syrups or other flavors. The coffee itself was smooth, with no harsh or overly bitter aftertaste. I also liked that the flavors complemented the coffee rather than overpowering it. Loved the honey lavender matcha and peanut coffee. The drinks were beautifully presented too, so they looked just as good as they tasted. Overall, a really enjoyable coffee experience and definitely a place I'd come back to try more drinks.

i visited RNY coffee studio on a friday afternoon and was pleasantly surprised by how mellow and…read morerelaxed it felt compared to other cafes i visited in ktown! the cafe created a great space for heads down work and casual conversation. there is one unisex restroom, stable wifi, and plenty of seating, including chairs at the counter connected to the coffee bar and a large sofa. the hojicha i ordered seemed promising with its deep, rich color, but it ended up being a bit too milky for my liking. 7/10 valet parking in the plaza was available, but i opted for metered parking.

don't usually post reviews but roks matcha has been on my mind after drinking it…read more food: the strawberry shortcake duo was absolutely amazing. perfect blend of sweetness and refreshing matcha. ambiance: the cafe was pretty packed by noon on a weekday. however drinks comes out very quick and there is many seats available.

Not even ten and they are out of coffee. So disappointing…read more Make sure to park in the parking structure right next to it. No need for street parking.

So MemoryLook is a little expensive, BUT honestly the prices offset the cost of parking which is so…read morehelpful in K Town. And they are so sweet and do not rush anyone, you can stay here as long as you want. My friends and I WFH so we decided to Work From MemoryLook (WFML) one day together. I'm glad we did! Great pastries in the morning, i had the cremme brûlée donut which had tons of filling, and the pea foam matcha latte which was fantastic. And I had an EXCELLENT chicken Chipotle wrap at lunch that was recommended to me by the gentleman working at memory look. I'm not certain where these wraps are made. Another gentleman would bring them from the building in the same complex. I LOVED my wrap. They have a ton of seating outside too but there aren't any outlets out there so it's harder to WFH out there unless you're fully charged. But was great for separate meetings we all had to attend. The photobooth was fun but we were so thrown off by it taking 8 photos, we had no idea how many poses we would have to come up with hahaha. I would definitely come back here anytime!

This was my second time visiting Memory Look. They have plenty of seating options both indoors and…read moreoutdoors, which is definitely a plus. Parking is also pretty convenient with a good amount of spaces available. When I visited, though, there weren't many desserts on display. For drinks, they don't offer a double matcha option, but you can order a matcha latte with Einspänner cream instead. The drink itself was good, although I found the prices a little higher compared to other matcha spots I've tried. Service was on the slower side, and it took a while for the drinks to come out. The staff were okay, but not particularly friendly. (+) Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, convenient parking (-) Pricier than other matcha spots, slower drink preparation, and no double matcha option

Most definitely deserves all the stars. Matcha Einspänner, Matcha Latte, Matcha Americano you can't…read morego wrong with. Hey Damo, would it hurt to let your customers know that you only set the lid on top of the drinks? You don't actually snap it down on the drink. Not knowing this I spilled a portion of my latte. When I was in line at nearby Out of Ordi a young lady near me spilled quite a bit of her drink on her hands and clothes. The poor kid was embarrassed. Please do better for your unsuspecting customers. Perhaps simply place the lid next to the drink when presenting it on the counter.

i came on a friday morning and wasn't able to find parking in the lot outside of it, so i found…read morestreet parking in the residential area behind it. the line wasn't too long, and service was very quick and friendly. each order was freshly made and hand-whisked, which i appreciate. you can really taste the quality difference when matcha and hojicha are hand-whisked. my boyfriend and i ordered a matcha einspanner with oat milk and hojicha einspanner. initially, i was afraid the matcha would be too creamy and overpowered by the cream/dairy, but it was perfectly balanced. the cream was the perfect touch to the strong matcha flavor. the hojicha einspanner was so refreshing - its water-based, so the only dairy in the drink comes from the hojicha cream. the hojicha flavor was just as strong (if not, stronger) than the matcha. we loved both drinks and finished them within minutes!! the cafe itself is not too big, but has enough seating. it's the perfect place to work, and they offer both free wifi and parking, which is very rare in LA. the cafe also has a private restroom. i'm super pleased with the quality of the drinks at DAMO! i'll be stopping by another time for sure!

This coffee spot has such grate coffee. Starbucks who !? I recommend this spot to everyone in…read moreDTLA

Tried Tilt Coffee for the first time today while I was in the area…read more The shop is a very small coffee bar tucked between a few buildings, so there isn't a dedicated parking lot, but street parking was easy enough to find (for reference, I came at 11am on a Sunday). Seating is limited, though they do offer a few outdoor tables and a bench inside while you wait for your drinks. The service was great. The employees were friendly, welcoming, and the overall atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable. As for the coffee, it unfortunately wasn't my favorite. I tried the Cloud Latte and found it a bit too thick, lacking the smoothness and flavor I was hoping for. I also tried the Cinnamon Cloud, which was smoother but still tasted fairly bitter to me. Coffee preferences are subjective, of course, but the flavor profile just didn't quite hit the mark for me. That said, I enjoyed everything else about the experience and would be willing to come back and try a few different drinks from the menu. The service and ambiance were definitely highlights of the visit.

Look no further for a great study/work spot! This place literally has everything you could ask for…read more The coffee shop has a whole lot in the back that is completely free which is so hard to find in LA. The inside has a good amount of seating both in doors and outdoors so pets are welcome! The two baristas that were there when I went were super chill and quick with making drinks as well. I got the Whipped Honey Latte which was absolutely delicious and the perfect amount of caffeine for me to push through the rest of my work. I sat upstairs in one of the lounge chairs and everyone seemed to be working as well. The view from up top you can see a good amount of the city. Will definitely be coming back here when I'm in the area :)

There are so many cafes in k-town but MCO definitely stands out!…read more Parking: a whole free parking lot (unheard of over here!) Ambience: the best chill vibes! everyone seems to enjoy themselves. Good music, great decor. Lots of seating inside and outside Service: baristas were all so nice Food: flavorful and tasty! Both the jalapeño focaccia and the steak burrito were so satisfying Drinks: 9/10 I like my drinks more coffee and matcha forward, but the flavor of both were delightful! Price: quality is worth the price! A little expensive but its expected in this part of town Love it here though, I will be back :)

Stopped by this coffee shop in the heart of Koreatown for a quick coffee pickup. They have valet…read moreparking, but since I was only running in and out, I didn't need to valet. The valet staff were really nice about it. The café has a cool industrial vibe with exposed ceilings, concrete floors, warm lighting, and some unique vintage touches. It definitely has more character than your typical modern coffee shop. They also have a good selection of pastries, cookies, and other baked goods. I ordered an Espresso Tonic and an Iced Americano. The Espresso Tonic was really refreshing and had a nice citrusy kick. I enjoyed the flavor, but the portion was surprisingly small, which was a little disappointing. The staff inside were friendly and nice as well. Overall, I liked the coffee, service, and atmosphere. I'd definitely stop by again when I'm in the area.

Bumped down a star…read more This place is no longer a good study spot, the music is wayyyyy too loud, especially for early morning focus.

4.5 Yelp Stars *** Stopped by here to pick up coffee before…read morethe long roadtrip home to the Bay Area! This was one of the closer coffee spot with good reviews that I found near the kbbq place (Seogwan by Yellow Cow Kbbq) my family and I ate at for lunch. It was about 0.5miles (3 mins drive). The coffee shop is super large, bright, and has nice background music. There are plenty of seats for people to hang out or study. There are also street parking but can be difficult to cross the street due to cars driving by so quickly without a pedestrian crosswalk on one side. I ordered their signature drink which was the orange espresso tonic with one extra shot for my husband, and the double mango matcha for myself. Both of us really enjoyed the drinks, especially the orange espresso tonic. It was refreshing, clean, and easy to drink. Normally, they include double shots of espresso, which may have tasted stronger for me since my husband wanted three shots, and I usually stick with two shots. The double mango matcha uses fresh fruit syrup so the mango flavor was not too strong and my drink was very creamy due to the signature mango cream on top. Usually, I would enjoy a creamy matcha but it made me more thirsty on a hot day. The service took a bit of time since they had to mix my matcha the legit way with the bamboo whisk. The matcha tasted like premium, ceremonial matcha since it was stronger and authentic in taste. Overall, both drinks were enjoyable but if I had to choose one, I would go with the orange espresso tonic even though I love mango matcha!

great indoor space and pretty strong coffee! Seriously…read moreamazing service - they actually look like they want to be there There are a lot of coffee shops in Koreatown but I definitely think it's Van Dykes is worth a visit

Great place for studying or hanging out with friends. Best part: they have a loyalty punch card!…read more Drinks 5/5 Banana Cream Latte $6.75 - YUM!! This was so good. The cream was the perfect consistency and I loved the little dried banana slice on top. Sweet Cream Matcha $7.5 - Partner loved this. Also loves the cream top. Service 5/5 Standard, nothing special. Ambiance 5/5 On a Sunday, there was barely any customers so there was plenty of seating indoors and outdoors. There is a parking lot behind the building but it's valet only or you can quickly park there for 10 minutes if you're doing take out.

On my quest for more cute cafés in K-Town, I stopped by 3Thyme (pronounced "three time") for a…read morepick-me-up before work. Staff were friendly and made my drinks fairly quickly. I opted for a banana cream top and a matcha banana cream top: the former had a lovely, strong coffee flavor, but I didn't really taste the banana flavoring (even after mixing). The latter was tasty, albeit quite sweet: I definitely tasted the banana flavor, but it did overpower the matcha. All the same, I'm glad to have tried 3Thyme, and it's a decent addition to the café scene in the neighborhood!