I was stunned coming out to this location that the crowd was glued to the main latte menu, here,…read morenow that I finally seen and have been confidentially hitting up hot and new cafés of The LA Matcha list brought to you by Chase. It seems the other options for matcha and hojica were not popular - tonics, regular matcha with sweet cream, dirty matcha, etc But it was the perfect combination of creamy and bright, that's putting it lightly :). I got the hojicha latte by its house special, choice and recommended hojicha powder with oatmilk and absolute no fuss customer service. I would like to repeat this order with a foam so that the upcharge is worth it though. Not to mention, that variety of hojicha is definitely Korean whereas the matcha shifts recommendations season-to-season and depends upon the syrups of the shifting preferences in-house.

Damo is a tea house located in Koreatown in Los Angeles with another location in the Arts District…read more This location is in a plaza with a small shared parking lot so spots can get competitive. We ordered the matcha einspener ($7.75) and the strawberry matcha einspener ($8.50). They were pretty much the same except the latter had some strawberry puree at the bottom which I mixed together. The matcha was good and I liked the foam; the drinks were standard. They also offer loose leaf Korean-style tea, coffee, and Korean snacks.

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.

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.

This place has been blowing up on social media so obviously I had to try it out…read more We came in the middle of the day on a weekday so the line was right at the door. The line moved super quickly which I really appreciated. I got a blueberry matcha and my friend got the strawberry matcha. We both loved them. They weren't too sweet and were perfectly creamy. You could tell the matcha quality was good! There was a photo booth that printed pictures on receipt paper. That was really cute and fun!

Stopped by for a weekday morning matcha and was lucky enough to not wait in a line. I ordered the…read moreStrawberry Matcha Duo with oat milk at 50% sweetness, which turned out to be the right choice since it was still pretty sweet. The matcha quality was great: smooth, vibrant, and completely free of that chalky, bitter taste some places have, with the strawberry adding a delicious twist. My only small downside was the amount of ice they gave. After just a few sips, the drink was gone, leaving mostly ice and the matcha cream on top. Overall, it's an adorable spot for a quick, delicious (and very aesthetic!) matcha pick-me-up.

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

What an absolute treat in the Japan Town area! Not too far from the center, just a short walk away…read moreis Kokoro No Coffee- a pop-up coffee shop at Aloha Cafe. I stumbled across their Yelp page when I was visiting from out of town and checked the Instagram for their hours on a Saturday afternoon and was happy to see they were open! I am a sucker for pop-up coffee shop/cart concepts so I had to check it out. The pop-up is easy to find, it's outside facing into the parking lot, and they had a cute A-frame sign out by the street side. There was no line, and I ordered and sat down at one of the tables out front. The service was so warm, and I believe the shop is owned and operated by one man on his own! He was an absolute delight to meet, and he brought my matcha latte to me at the table when it was prepared. He suggested I get the cream top on it, and boy was that the perfect recommendation. I would say I'm a little bit of a matcha fiend... I think I got a matcha latte at 3 different places this day... and this one far surpassed the others. I think it was one of the best matcha lattes I have ever drank to-date. It was perfectly green, the matcha quality was phenomenal, both taste and look-wise. The texture was just right, perfectly creamy with barely any grittiness. The cream top only added to the drink, and didn't take away from the matcha flavor at all, which I feel like has happened at other places for me. I'm dreaming of this matcha latte days later, and need to go back to Kokoro No Coffee as soon as I am in town again. This was a spectacular find, and I hope this spot gets all the love it deserves! There is truly nothing like a great business ran by a great person and you can tell there's so much intention put into this concept. Highly, highly recommend and I could not sing praises more!

Got there at 9am and ordered drinks. Friendly service and delicious coffee beans. Great pop up…read morespot to support located at Aloha Cafe in little Tokyo! I could see some outdoor sitting option to wait or enjoy coffee being helpful, yet currently it is only take out with paper and plastic cups available.

Went on a Monday afternoon and found parking right in front! Parking can be an issue, but today the…read morestreet parking was easy! Friendly atmosphere and people behind the counter were nice! I got an iced latte with oat milk and a pastry. They were both very tasty! If I'm in the area again and there is parking to be had, I'll stop by again!

I've seen Maru Coffee all over social media and had heard so many great things about it, so I…read morefinally decided to give it a try. I'm happy to say the hype is well deserved. I ordered the Matcha Latte and their signature Creamtop. The matcha was excellent, with a rich and authentic flavor that really stood out. What I appreciated most was that it wasn't overly sweet. I prefer matcha that tastes like real matcha rather than a sugary drink, and Maru got it just right. The Creamtop was good, though it didn't stand out as much to me as the matcha. That said, I'd definitely come back to try more items from their menu. The café itself is beautiful. It has a spacious, Japanese-inspired design that feels clean, modern, and relaxing. It's a great place to enjoy a coffee and spend some time unwinding. Overall, a great experience, and I'm looking forward to coming back and exploring more of what they have to offer.

Friday, Morning treat! I really wanted a good coffee today. What I got today was a great vienna…read morelatte with an extra care of cookie. He didn't have to but he made sure I got a full cookie. Which I thought it was. He said let me get you another cookie it's cracked. So nice of him. I didn't see the crack but just the corner was chipped. That is what I call "above & beyond! And going the extra mile!" I can say the service is top notch with the barista. Parking in the morning is free. No attendant. But I'm sure come lunch time you may have to pay. Not sure if they have validation. They have street parking but it's K-Town. Good luck. Coffee is great. Service is amazing. Cleanliness café. Super cute inside. It's decorated in the Halloween spirit.

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.

Free validated parking (make sure you bring your ticket). Very easy to find, right next to the…read moreelevators pretty much The shop itself is nice and cute. Customer service was great, and the ambiance was nice. I'd be able to work here for a few hours, it's not loud either. The matcha is great and probably my favorite out of all the common matcha spots in LA. It's not too expensive, parking is easy and the ambiance is nice. 5/5

I like that there is clearly intentionality in the beans that they brew and that they give you a…read morecard with all the details of the bean's origins and flavors when you pick up your drink. This really changed my experience from one day to the next. I loved my Einspanner Black the first time, but next time I ordered it, the beans they used were really not for me. They also have a really delicious breakfast burrito that you can order with either bacon or Portuguese sausage (it gives hot dog, but in a good way). It doesn't say on the menu, but it comes as two little burritos instead of one regular size. The tater tots inside give it good crunch. A little bit too much cheese for me, but my friends disagree. My biggest gripe is their wait times for food. Two burritos took 45 minutes, even after asking for updates a couple times. There were others who were there before us waiting for their food too! The burrito IS really good, but maybe not potential-45-minute-wait good.

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 :)

I like that it has parking. I like that it had tables outdoors for my friends to sit and chat and…read morehave coffee/matcha. It did take some time for the food/drink to come out but that's fine. The service was okay, could have been more welcoming, but by the time I arrived it was starting to get busier in the cafe. The upstairs area seemed like it was good to sit to do work, but it was completely packed when I got there! My friends and I ended up sitting in the back tables outside, which was all good since we weren't there to do work. I ordered the matcha latte with oat milk, which was great but took about 10 minutes to come out. Also ordered the chocolate croissant -- that was delicious. They heated it up for me, and I made a big ole flakey mess and got chocolate all over myself, but it was worth it. Overall...I mighhhhht come back if I'm in the area. I would maybe come earlier and see if I could snag a seat upstairs to do work.