Absolutely loved my vanilla oat milk latte. Congrats on the opening, hoping you guys stay forever. Also, please consider opening on weekends. read more

Love the donation based idea! They have A LOT of outlets, so it's a really great space to get some work done. The space is huge and there are also cute wall art. They also have oatly milk, definitely wins my heart! read more

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New shop. I hang out there all day on Monday and couldn't get over how awesome it is to have a place where the baristas are so friendly and the pricing was donation based. Super fun idea. I highly recommend this place, great for a work Meetup or an afternoon to study. Come check it out!! read more

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Such a great concept of quality coffee events and art. I like how they let you choose the price (donation base$$$). My favorite is double espresso over ice with their oat milk. Yummm. read more

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my friend and i came to do a WFH day and i got the lavender matcha latte with oat milk which was delicious. it was our first time so they gave us our drinks for free, normally it's donation based. really cool spot! they do shabbat dinners once a month too read more

It's a cute coffee shop that runs on donations. There's parking nearby and street parking is normally open. I'd recommend this place for a date, you'll have time to talk and walk around while enjoying some art. There's many cafes near by you can go to after read more

So glad there's a new cafe to study at in Westwood, but I do wish that they would extend their hours a bit or open on the weekends! I heard about Upside Down and didn't get a chance to come by until recently and I'm so glad that I did! They are donation-based cafe meaning that you choose the price of whatever you buy. I asked about their most popular options to the barista and he recommended their Vanilla latte. I ordered it and opted for the oat milk option and it was honestly so good. It wasn't overly sweet and the vanilla flavor was not overwhelming either. There was a nice balance of sweet, bitter, and vanilla flavor and I was honestly really impressed by the quality of the drink since most of the cafes in Westwood aren't that great. The interior is very nicely designed and it wasn't too loud when I came by. It was pretty crowded, but I found it to be such a nice study environment and it was a good break from studying in the libraries at UCLA. Parking is really limited to street parking or you can pay to park in a lot. I definitely will be coming back especially to try their other drink options! read more

This place is incredible. Super tasty lattes and teas and the best part is you get to pick your price. So super amazing for college students like me and I can treat myself even when I'm strapped for cash. Sometime I get the flavored lattes half sweet. Also 11/10 study vibes if you can secure a table. Super sweet workers too. read more

I'm so excited that Upside Down came to Westwood! Having been a UCLA student, I wish this was around when I had some finals studying to do. It's the perfect space to get some work done with free wifi, different seating options, tons of natural light and an open space gallery vibe. I came Friday morning (10am-ish) after a quick doctor's appointment. I'm surprised that it was already quite busy with most the tables seats already occupied. I ran into a friend who let me know it was week 8 / 10 so it was probably crunch time for students. I know the cafe is still in its soft launch but I suspect longer hours (they're only open until 4pm for now) and even more seats will be needed soon enough. I got a plain o' latte with oat milk to go and I appreciate that they still did the latte art for me, even in my to go cup! I'm used to paying extra for being lactose intolerant but in this case, since the baristas were nice and the pricing is donation based, I didn't hesitate to give a full $5 for my cup. I didn't see the lavender latte that some mentioned, I may have missed it. They also mentioned they'll start serving pastries in the fall as they start their official open. Also, I'm really excited to come back and try a pour over since the espresso in the latte was really good. Keep up the great service and coffee! Westwood needs more spots like you. read more

Wonderful place to go and grab a latte. Everyone here is so nice and welcoming. Very cozy place to study and or to sit and chat with a friend. Coffee is of great quality and better than Starbucks. read more

Once I was warmly greeted by the barista I knew I was going to enjoy my time here. I got a vanilla iced latte and it was surprisingly really flavorful! As for the ambiance, it's very chill and perfect to get work done. I really love how bright yet comfortable it is in here. The downside is that there isn't a lot of seating yet, but I know there will be more soon. Other than that, I will definitely be back! read more

Yay! A coffee shop with good coffee + a place for students to study/get work done! Coffee: Good coffee! I always get their iced vanilla lattes which are very smooth, not overly sweet, making for a great coffee. I haven't gotten any of their other drinks so can't comment but I highly recommend the Iced Vanilla Latte Vibes: I love this place! It's a mix of tables + art work + chill music to help whether you're getting work done, sipping on some coffee, or chatting with friends. The workers are very friendly and helpful when ordering. Parking: It's street parking only which is the downside (pun?) of the location. However, there is a parking garage on Broxton and Weyburn called Broxton Parking Garage and theres 2 hours of free parking (no validation required) before 5pm. It's only about a 2-3 minute walk to the coffee shop. Take advantage of this! This place is also donation based so you order a drink then you pay whatever you want. It's a cool concept! read more

This place is so lovely! As stated many times before, the people who work here are extremely friendly and non-judgmental on the price you choose to pay. They've really upped the seating since they first opened and there are spots everywhere. The art exhibits are lovely too; I love seeing the different pieces that get showcased each time I visit. There are a lot of outlets, but they aren't necessarily near all of the seats (although I have never had a problem getting a charge if I need one), so something to keep in mind. read more

These guys get 5 stars already and I haven't even tasted my cappuccino. My mom's at UCLA Medical and the last few days have been hospital/surgery/no sleep whirlwind; I'm desperate for coffee and was waiting at the front door when they opened. They decided I needed something nice to happen and said my Capp & cookie were on them, and since they don't accept tips, the only other thank you I can think to give them is another 5-star review!!! Your guys' sweetness & kindness brightened my morning - THANK YOU!!!!!! read more

Finally, an open space and unpretentious coffee shop in Westwood! Good music, great natural light, good coffee, good vibes all around. Staff were super nice, and it's donation only so you can pay what you want! Great place to do work or just come and hang with a friend. Only thing is their hours are currently limited cause it's a soft open, but the guy at the counter made it sound like that would change over time. Also they have OATLY. The end. read more

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New favorite spot for coffee and studying. They are donation-based, which is pretty nice if you're a student on a budget.

A fantastic and much needed addition to the Westwood coffee scene. Universities need lots of coffee shops surrounding them, and this one nicely creates a great space for work and relaxation next to campus. Very modern decor with great use of plants. Donation based. read more

The nicest staff, the nicest CLEAN space, everything about this community gathering spot is just wonderful. Props to the org for making the coffee (as far as I know) donation-based. Really makes a difference for students who are barely scraping by and would love to just give what they can for a caffeine fix that'll keep em going! read more

London Fog Oat milk latte is what's up. The vibe here is relaxed. Good music playing - but not too loud. Everyone is super friendly and kind. Plenty of space to find a spot to work or bring a friend and chat. Clean spot. 2 hours free parking on Broxton Ave! read more

My all time favorite coffee shop. Great coffee, friendly workers, amazing work environment, amazing donation concept. Only complaint is I wish you guys were open more hours so I can spend more time here! read more

Super cool and wholesome new coffee shop in Westwood! It's a pay-what-you-want coffee shop meets art gallery meets study spot. The baristas are super duper friendly :) Only downside is they need more seating! read more

Great cafe love the concept! Incredibly friendly staff, really clean, great equipment and appealing gallery pieces.

This might be my new favorite coffee shop in the westwood area. Good music and hipster vibes. I love the art pieces that decorate the walls and the ample outlets. I got a lavender latte and it did not disappoint. Wish the hours of operation were longer. read more

Obsessed with this coffee shop. Their mission. Their lattes. Their space. Their service. Everything. The vanilla oat iced latte is perfect for a summer treat! Great working space with plenty of outlets. I will be back for sure! read more

Great coffee. I love this place. I used to go to petes, but the coffee here has so much flavor, and the staff is very nice. Close to the UCLA campus, fairly crowded. Try the chai tea late. read more

Upside Down is the best. A BREATH of FRESH AIR for Westwood. The minimalist decor, solid coffee, and pay what you can model offer something that this world needs and not just Westwood. Come by for a cuppa and some smiles. read more

Everyone here is SO nice! The coffee always tastes great and service is fast even though it's always busy because it's so popular.

Nice new option in Westwood for coffee. Great Double Espresso with Caramel Syrup! The art is cool, getting to discover new artists and expand my knowledge of new art genres. Great, friendly people. Using their free wifi to write this review! The donation based business model is also great to know that I can pay what I want. Check it out if you are in Westwood. read more

The best coffee shop in Westwood! My favorite place to study or just hangout. The staff are super friendly and the coffee is great.

Great coffee, great space, and a great atmosphere! Coffee is charged by donation, you decide how much you want to give.

Really amazing coffee and great people! It's my favorite spot to go to in Westwood to hangout, do homework, or just relax.

Great coffee shop! This is my new favorite study spot here in Westwood. Everyone is so friendly and the drinks are great(especially the hot chocolate). The space is very open and doesn't feel cramped at all. They've recently just opened so there isn't much seating yet but they've slowly been adding more gradually. Lots of power outlets and good WiFi. Overall a great place to go to. read more

I loved this place. I was totally caught off guard and was pleasantly surprised when they said that I didn't have to pay for anything, I "could just make a donation." Their business model is so cool! loved the vibe and the people working there. read more

Upside Down is one of my favorite places to come and relax or to come get work done. The service is consistently excellent and extremely friendly. The space itself is very wide and open, with great interior decoration and an amazing playlist on always. Drinks are great, overall would highly recommend Upside Down! read more

Been seeing this place under construction for a while and was so excited to see it finally open!! Went in this morning and got an Oat Milk Latte - delicious!! The best part is it's donation based, so no set prices for any of their drinks. The space has incredible vibes, super bright, clean, trendy with ample seating. There is also an art gallery that showcases local artists which I thought was pretty cool. This is definitely a needed addition to the Westwood village - I will most certainly be back! read more