Yala is such a hidden gem! This family-owned café, has such a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Within seconds of walking in, I was greeted by a friendly employee who made me feel right at home. I ordered the Fig & Vanilla Matcha Latte, and my husband had the Yala Latte. Both were absolutely delicious--perfectly balanced, smooth, and not overly sweet. You can really tell they put thought and care into their drinks. The café has great music, wonderful people, and such a positive vibe. It's clean, inviting, and a place you'll want to come back to again and again. If you're looking for amazing coffee and matcha with exceptional customer service, Yala is definitely worth a visit. Highly recommend! read more

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gurrrl, cmon... story time. buckle up... always see this place busy, quite annoyingly might i add, whenever i walk by on sunset, so i know about it. was googling for a good matcha drink (ooh, fig & vanilla) and this business came up so i thought, well, what the hell.... first, i just have to say, the counter guy today was soo off putting. his vibe was geared more towards what you would encounter late night at a dispensary. isn't this a coffee place? where is the energy?? it was almost unbearable. the very slow, monotone drawl, clogged nose twang he had, and the constant yawning while i was trying to order did not help. am i making you tired? sorry bro. this was happening to everyone i noticed, not just me. and if you are reading this sir, you may want to find a new industry to make a career move into. besides the first point of contact, the drink was fair (fig & vanilla matcha). liked the pistachio milk option, and the pieces of fig at the bottom of the drink were nice, but didn't encounter much vanilla, it was light on the sweetness, and like what someone mentioned earlier, it was just overpowered with the matcha. do people that make drinks around here actually taste what they make before they serve it? like a bartender does? because i would suggest they do that. the barista was really taking her time to make it, so i was expecting some crazy magic. the dried fig was a cute touch on top, but its just for show. again all and all, just a fair drink. and typically overpriced for all these new school coffee places that have popped up around the neighborhood. i would like to point out, i am a born and raised angeleno with over 10 years of NYC food and beverage experience under my belt, so i know what i'm talking about. if you want to be "seen" on sunset blvd in silver lake, or have some foofy, overpriced/overhyped matcha, by all means, come here babes. it's right up your alley. for anyone else more concerned with the actual taste and quality of their drinks, maybe try somewhere else. support your local, tried and true establishments in the neighborhood. they've lasted this long for a reason.... anyways, the end (damn, well, obviously the matcha is strong, cause sis is going off! i will add an extra 1/2 star just for that, and tell the counter guy to have some too!...lol) read more

Honestly... not really for me, but I think it's more a matter of personal preference than the quality of their matcha. Their matcha was really strong, and I personally didn't love how intense the flavor was. I also didn't really taste much of the fig or vanilla, which was a little disappointing. That said, I can see this being a good option if you prefer a stronger, more pronounced matcha flavor. read more

Yala Coffee - fig & vanilla matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

I love their crème brûlée Matcha. I don't think there's anything like it there cardamom cold foam is to die for (someone send me the recipe please). This is one of those few coffee shops where I know that Parking is gonna be a pain in the ass, but I'm still willing to put up with it because it's just absolutely delicious. I've even had some of their food items and it's really really really good. The people that work here are also consistently just extremely friendly and great energy. read more

SO SO GOOD! We got the Yala Matchas, Yala Latte, and the Fig Latte and those were delicious! The only thing we don't recommend is the olive lemonade unless you really really like olives? It was TOOOO olive forward for us! Also the seating is pretty nonexistent! So not a place to sit and study or read. It's more of a grab and go! But the matcha and Yala labeled drinks were incredible! read more

Yala Coffee - Yala Matchas, Yala Latte, Fig Latte, and the Olive Lemonade - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

30 minutes before closing, there was still a line out the door on a Sunday. I would say it was about 10 min of waiting in line plus waiting for the drink. The cafe had a trendy industrial vibe. It is very crowded so it may be difficult to find a spot to enjoy your drink if you have a big group. Staff wasn't too welcoming or friendly. I ordered their fig matcha and the matcha wasn't fully whisked, leaving small green clumps throughout the drink. While the flavor was enjoyable, the texture felt slightly uneven and could be improved. read more

Yala Coffee - Vanilla and Fig Matcha (not whisked well) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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And if I could give it 6 stars I would! I loved it! Quality drinks and not overly expensive like other coffee shops in the area. I'm not sure why I'm seeing low ratings on there- something about the service but it's just a coffee shop. Why do people feel the need to have exceptional service at a coffee shop? It's clearly not a Michelin restaurant. Anyway this is my top einspanner in LA, and the cream top is not overly sweert. It's all well balanced. I can't wait to come back for that fig matcha. Atmosphere is cool, love the whole minimal and cultural concept! read more

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I've been wanting to try Yala Coffee for quite some time because of their unique menu. I ordered the Yala Matcha and I thought it was absolutely delicious! The matcha was rich and you could really taste the cardamom and brown sugar come through. I'm not usually into sweet matcha drinks but I was drawn to the cardamon flavor. Honestly, it tasted like apple pie! The Evil Eye was delicious as well. Prices are quite steep but I wouldn't mind splurging again because the drinks were so good. When I stopped by, it wasn't busy and parking was decent. In terms of service, I think that it could be a bit more welcoming. Other than that, I can see myself stopping by again to get the Yala Matcha. read more

Yala Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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Came to Yala for all the hype and loved it for the service. As you walk in you are greeted by an open area along with a seating area (bench) along the wall. I asked the barista for her recommendation and ordered the "evil eye" hands down 10/10 . Brewed with hot sand, the coffee is truly richer in taste, creamier and obviously super hot. Loved that the barista explained the process of the brewing and added that the small coffee grounds left at the bottom of the cup shouldn't be drank. I've had my shares of Turkish coffee and can honestly say, this one is worth coming for. Parking is scarce, so come knowing you will spend time looking for parking. However, the drinks are worth coming for. I will definitely try the rest of their menu. read more

Yala Coffee - Evil eye - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

Finally got a chance to stop by the Yala Silver Lake location! There was a bit of a line and the store itself was busy but the wait wasn't bad. I was craving a matcha and got the fig and vanilla matcha. The matcha itself was high quality, but unlike the fig and vanilla matcha I got at the Studio City location, this matcha did not have the expected fig and vanilla flavor. Not sure if it was because I got the drink less sweet, but I barely tasted any fig if at all. They had also had run out of the freeze dried figs (it was around 2pm) which is not a big deal but I the freeze dried fig on top adds to the overall aesthetic haha. The cafe itself isn't the best spot to hang out as there isn't much seating (one row of seating along the wall) and it felt pretty crowded on the inside on a weekend. Street parking only. Need to come back to try their coffee! read more

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I've been to the studio city location and had a great experience. I happened to be in the area for this location so I decided to stop by. Instantly I felt like Something about this location was less appealing. For starters the staff was not in the slightest warm or welcoming. When I asked for a stopper to close my beverage I was met with such attitude. I got the evil eye cortado and small yala latte. Both were good but honestly the lack of kind customer service left a bitter taste in my mouth. read more

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I tried the popular Fig Matcha Latte!! It tased pretty good. The fig mix comes at the bottom of cup with the matcha poured on top. I'd say the fig mixture tastes like very sweet honey with a breeze of fig flavor. The drink is beautiful, with a freeze dried fig on top for aesthetic. Such an adorable touch. After the matcha is mixed up, the color isn't half bad. The reason I rate this a 3/5 is because LA is a hotspot for matcha, especially around the silverlake area! There is definitely better matcha but I did enjoy my experience at Yala. One critique: BRING BACK SIZES why is every cafe one-size cups. I absolutely hateeee that. Please, sometimes I want a medium or large. I do not want to finish my $8 matcha in 3 sips. I'm so over it. read more

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Their matcha is rich and creamy! They offer a variety of milk options and you can adjust sweetness levels. I haven't tried their espresso drinks but they all sound good. My favorite is the fig matcha which has a distinct flavor but does not overpower the taste of the matcha. I usually order half sweet with almond milk, so if you prefer a sweeter taste I'm sure the regular sweetness levels will be even better. Def recommend!! read more

Once Yala opened a spot in Silver Lake, I wondered if this location would carry the same amount of hype as their original cafe in Studio City. As the long line during a recent weekend visit proved, this place seems to be as popular as its first location! However, I find it to be a lot more chill during weekday visits, and while I like the coffee I would not wait in a lengthy queue to get it. I usually get the Evil Eye, which is a small cup of sand coffee topped with a dollop of their cream top and a crusted raw sugar rim. I recently tried their Yala Latte, which I thought was fine though it did not leave a strong impression. There's both indoor and outdoor seating, and the indoor area has a bit of a rustic aesthetic. read more

Yala Coffee - Evil Eye - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

Gr8 service gr8 vibes in silver lake. Matcha was pretty good but the yalla latte was better. They have free almond / oat milk I believe which is nice read more

Yala Coffee - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

Omg the infamous Fig Matcha!! The place doesn't have a lot of seatings, not that you could comfortably do work at. The lighting, though, is really great, with their large window up front. The service was very welcoming and we enjoyed their company as well. We were a bit disappointed, though, because from the viral videos and photos, we were expecting fresh figs. It didn't matter that much, though, because the taste is still really tasty!! One of my top matcha in LA for sure!! Fig Matcha [8/10] read more

Yala Coffee - Fig Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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I've been meaning to try the Studio city location but could never make it out there so was pretty excited to see they had a new location in silver lake! Everyone else was also excited so the place was pretty packed so be prepared to wait in line. Parking is only street parking. The shop itself is also a bit small so seating is limited. For drinks, I ended up deciding on the Yala latte and I'm really glad that I did. It's served with a cardamom cream top so it's like a twist on an Einspanner. The drink was very well balanced without being overly sweet and I really enjoyed it! read more

Yala Coffee - 12.2025 iced Yala latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

Got the popular Fig Vanilla Matcha and it did not disappoint! The fig flavor came through nicely without overpowering the drink, and the matcha itself was smooth and rich. Would come back again. read more

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Parking: only street parking, very difficult to find on the weekends. Service: Service was alright. Some baristas are more welcoming than others. It took us about 10 minutes in line and another 10 to get our drinks on a Saturday afternoon. We saw some baristas chatting with each other while people waited in line to order, luckily we had ordered before that. There was one barista that was holding down the coffee bar getting drinks out and connecting with customers, he was great! Drinks: The apricot espresso tonic is good, it's in a 12 oz cup wish they offered a 16 oz! The Yala latte without cream top was also pretty good. Ambiance: their storefront is pretty small. They primarily have wall seating, high tops and and stools. They also have a restroom for customers. It's also pretty loud on the weekends, not the best place for studying or reading. read more

I love cardamom and a perfectly balanced latte - Yala does both very well. We ordered: - Fig & Vanilla Matcha Latte* - Yala Latte The Fig & Vanilla Matcha Latte was at the perfect matcha to milk ratio (not many get it right) with just the right amount of fig and vanilla. The Yala Latte was flavorful without ever being too sweet. That cardamom cold foam is just as delicious as I imagined and I can't wait to try it over an americano next time. read more

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I came to this location because the other location was way to far for me as someone visiting from across the country and staying in DTLA. I got the Evil Eye, Yala latte and the Fig Matcha latte and let me just say that even if you have to go out of your way to come here - please do! I thought about it but couldn't pick a favorite because all three of our drinks were so delicious - especially the cardamom foam top was chef's kiss! The evil eye is small but mighty - sand coffee topped with cardamom foam and rimmed with sugar so every sip sends you to heaven. It is very hot so be careful to not take a big sip as soon as you get it. If you aren't the adventurous kind, get the Yala because it was a very delicious creamy latte with even creamier cardamom foam top. Some people complain about the sweetness of the Fig Matcha latte but for me it was perfection! There was actual fig pulp at the bottom and freeze dried fig on top which made it even more delightful. Of all the coffee places I went to in LA, I think this is the only one I desperately want in the East coast - please come to NYC! read more

Yala Coffee - Fig Matcha, Yala Latte and Evil Eye - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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One of the best lattes I have ever had! Not bitter, not acidic, strong coffee taste in a good way. The creme brulee latte was perfection - not too sweet and highlighted the coffee profile really well. Had their cheese danish which was not a stand out but did the job. Limited pastry options. Their drinks are high maintenance so be prepared to wait a few minutes. If is worth it. Limited seating inside. Parking is street and can be challenging depending on the time of the day you go. Yala. Let's get some coffee! read more

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Flavorsome and well crafted--I now understand the hype with their Studio City location! Not even a week old and there has been great turn out! We ordered their Yala Latte, iced and Orange Blossom Oat Latte. Both delicious and excellent choices as we are newly introduced. The cream topping on the Yala Latte was rich and gave a nice mouth-feel. The staff were all welcoming and even made time to connect. We appreciated the chat! With the space being fairly new, theres seating inside and out. There's metered street parking and plenty of shops that are waking distance. Overall, stoked for this new addition to the neighborhood! read more

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Super cute little mom-and-pop café in Silver Lake, known for its Middle Eastern inspired drinks especially their signature sand coffee, brewed in heated sand for a rich, slightly smoky flavor. What we ordered: * Evil Eye Sand Coffee - house-made cardamom cream, raw sugar rim, coffee grounds * Fig & Vanilla Matcha Latte (einspanner) - ceremonial matcha, organic fig purée, house vanilla bean syrup * Yala Latte - house-made cardamom cream, organic brown sugar syrup, coffee grounds Everything was quite decent overall, but the Evil Eye sand coffee was the standout. It's strong but very pleasant on the palate bold without being harsh. The raw sugar rim really ties everything together and balances the bitterness perfectly. One of the Fig & Vanilla Matcha Lattes was an einspanner, and honestly either version, you can't go wrong. I loved the fig bits settled at the bottom; such a thoughtful touch and definitely not something you see often. The flavor felt unique yet comforting. Huge plus: they offer oat, pistachio, and almond milk at no extra charge, which I truly appreciate as someone who's lactose intolerant. The staff was super friendly and welcoming, and I loved their recommendations. Service was efficient we didn't wait long at all. Parking isn't available directly in front, but we found street parking in the nearby neighborhood, which was an easy walk. If you're in the Silver Lake area and curious about sand coffee, Yala is absolutely worth a stop read more

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YALA keeps me coming back. With the choices of coffee shops in Silverlake and Echo Park, YALA has me returning. I have yet to try their signature sand coffee, but their iced Orange Blossom Latte with Pistachio milk hits the spot. It's just the right amount of orange blossom and not overly floral. I'm not a fan of Lavendar drinks. Stagger coffee also has a great citrus inspired coffee drink. It's a close call, but they each have their highlights. I've also tried their signature YALA latte. It's super creamy with a nice dash of cardamom to enhance the flavor as well as their vanilla fig matcha latte. I appreciate the unique flavor profiles. You still can taste the coffee and matcha without the flavors overwhelming the drink or being overly sweet. The space is minimal with the counter and some side seating. Parking probably is challenging on the weekends but decent during the week. I'm looking forward to trying more of their coffee/matcha drinks. Halla to Yala!! read more

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Came in twice in the past couple weeks and had a lovely time - I tried the Sand Hot Chocolate and the Yala Latte, and the drinks are great! Highly recommend stopping by if you enjoy inventive drinks Depending on your luck, the line can get pretty long, but the team is nice and moves fairly quickly. Seating can be a challenge, this is not a spot to bust your laptop out to work at. Rather it's cozy and good for one-on-one hangs with friends. I came during a rainy season though, I think they do have some outdoor chairs out on the sidewalk for when the weather is better Parking is either metered outside or in the surrounding residential area read more

Yala Coffee - Sand Hot Chocolate - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

There was such a long line and people were leaving with matcha drinks that looked delicious... so we just had to try. Ordered the vanilla & fig ice cold matcha with a side order of choc chip cookie. So glad we decided to give this place a try. The ice cold matcha was strong & flavorful... and the cookie was one of the best choc chip cookie I've ever had... soft, chewy & very chocolaty read more

Yala Coffee - best chocolate chip I've had in a very long time - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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I came in pretty close to closing and people were still here waiting to get some coffee so this place is popular!!! It's a super cute, grab and go shop with a solid, creative menu. Their matcha was alright. Unfortunately, I don't think it was whisked enough or maybe the milk ratio was a little off. I'm not sure, but it was a little too textured for me. I wish there was a little more of a fig flavor too but I loved that the drink was topped with a freeze dried fig. I would give this spot another chance since the people were so nice and so many people rave about this place, so I really think it might've been a fluke. I would come earlier in the day next time for sure too. read more

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Honestly this place was a no for me, maybe we went on a bad day. There was a long line (out the door) but they were pretty quick, i got their Yala latte but it was very milky and flavorless, it almost didnt even taste like coffee at all. The cream top was good but the rest was whatever. The matcha was the same thing, it had no flavor and did not taste like the best quality or maybe just didnt have enough matcha. The concept of how they heat up the espresso is pretty cool and the drinks are very aesthetically pleasing to look at but when they dont taste good, the rest doesn't really matter. I didnt really interact with the staff but it was pretty standard customer service. read more

Yala Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

Very cute little spot, very chill and nice vibes inside. Everyone seems nice and mellow, good morning coffee/matcha spot. Enjoyed my fig matcha here,it's delicious and refreshing- gee re at for this weather. read more

Yala Coffee - Yala Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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Really delicious matcha!! There is very limited seating so keep that in mind. I had a taste of the cream top and it was sooo good! read more

Yala Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

Wonderful atmosphere, awesome baristas, great coffee. Small but clean space, plenty of seating, a pretty variable drink menu. Pastries are also available. read more

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I've been dying to try Yala Coffee for a while now so when they opener their location in Silverlake, I jumped at the opportunity. I have to say the drinks were just ok though. I'm a big fan of cardamom flavored things and the cardamom cream top was definitely a let down. The spritz was ok but it's hard to mess one up. I'd definitely go back and give them another chance and hopefully I like the drinks more. read more

Yala Coffee - Non-caffeinated spritz + iced fig matcha with cardamom cream top - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

I had to get the fig matcha for the sake of Research. It would genuinely be 2 stars if I got it unsweetened because it was straight bitter, even with the fig puree and vanilla syrup. The drink definitely leans more vanilla than fig. Their coffee looks fire so while I would not get the matcha again I would be so down to try that. read more

Yala Coffee - fig and vanilla matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

I had a wonderful experience at Yala Coffee. Granted from other reviews, I realize that visiting during the week during off-peak hours probably helped. I wanted to try the Evil Eye, and it didn't disappoint. It was soothing to view the coffee brewing ritual and it was a delight to be sipped slowly and savored. The seating was easy for relaxing and musing at the passing traffic outside on Sunset. It was just what I wanted to perk me up for the afternoon. read more

Yala Coffee - Awaiting the evil eye. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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I wanted to come here to try the drinks and also get some work done. The seats were not meant for doing work. They had benches but low tables so you'll strain your back. They also had another long mounted to the wall but it was so high it didn't feel comfortable doing work on my laptop. I got the yala latte which was decent but nothing special. I also got the matcha latte with cream top and it was not good. It had a weird cinnamon after taste and was very watered down. Would not recommend their drinks or this place if you wanted to get work done. read more

Yala Coffee - Yala latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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3.5 Came on a Saturday and it took maybe 20 minutes to order and then another 10 to get our drinks. Not terrible. We ordered 2 creme brulee's, 1 fig matcha with the cardamom creme top added, and I got the Yala Latte with oat milk. Cousins super enjoyed the creme brulee's. It was the Yala but with crisps of sugar in it. Had a sip of my sister's fig matcha, which she has tried in the past and didn't like, and it wasn't bad. There was just a lot going on flavor wise (for me). For my Yala Latte, I just couldn't get over the oat milk. The oat milk had a super earthy and chalky taste, which paired with the already neutral (I'm assuming) coffee taste, did not make the drink super pleasant. I finished it but I wasn't in love with it and I am certain it was because of the oat milk. read more

Parking can be a bit difficult, but that's understandable since Studio City is known for limited parking. That said, the coffee here is absolutely delicious and truly high quality. The café was busy, the service was great, and the overall experience was excellent. I've visited more than 70% of the coffee shops in Orange County, and from my experience, the quality and flavor of coffee in Los Angeles are on a completely different level. Most coffee shops in Orange County taste almost exactly the same--they feel rushed and lack creativity. Here in LA, the coffee is so much better. I'm actually surprised this place doesn't have a higher rating, but I guess that's just because the competition in LA is incredibly fierce. The Crème Brûlée Coffee is amazing and definitely worth trying. I will definitely be coming back! read more

Yala Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

I had been wanting to try this place and honestly it did not disappoint. Inside was very minimal but so aesthetic. I went with some friends so i was able to try a good amount of drinks. I got the fig and vanilla matcha and added cold foam, it was sooo good. My friend got the evil eye and the crème brûlée latte. Im not one to like every coffee but both the evil eye and creme brûlée WERE INSANE. I would order the creme brûlées if I went back and I barely drink coffee! The girl at the front was super helpful answering questions since it was our first time. I would definitely come back here when I'm near. read more

Yala Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

Middle eastern vibes, lovely decor and vibes inside, there a few seats inside and a bench outside, their masala chai is freakin delicious Very fresh ingredients, and the baristas are great vibes. Located in a lovely area of Silverlake, with lots of other cafes and shops around. read more

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