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    Alchemist Coffee Project

    4.4 (96 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    ALCHEMIST COFFEE PROJECT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for working
    Outdoor seating

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    Tiramisu latte (left), Spanish latte (right)
    Victoria V.

    I love the coffee here! The traffic around here can be pretty bad but there's free parking with validation which is nice. There's a lot of seating indoors and outdoors as well. The baristas were very friendly in answering our questions so the customer service is great! I love that they have decaf espresso which can be hard to find. I had the Spanish latte which was perfectly balanced with caffeine and a subtle sweetness. The tiramisu latte was really good as well and not overly sweet.

    Their Lemon Poppyseed muffin is delicious!  The lemon flavor is delicate, yet pronounced
    Brit W.

    Friendly and prompt service; great layout; excellent music; the food and drinks are always made well Solid option if you're in the area

    Rocky B.

    Coffee was great but didn't love the vibe as much as the Koreatown location. First off it was a little difficult figuring out which door was their entrance as there's no signage. Secondly they should have splurged a bit more on the furniture and less on the random bar they have. Their tables and chairs were all loose and wobbly. Still they do have an abundance of outlets for those going to study or work so I guess that's a plus.

    Johana H.

    What a cool coffee shop! Instantly impressed by the modern, minimalist vibes here. It almost looks like a bar but instead of cocktails it's coffee! I love how getting coffee is the new "let's grab a drink!" However, when I walked in on a Saturday evening, it was busy busy! So many people working that there wasnt any open seats until at the end when someone was done and we got a table. Would not mind coming here to get some work done. The barista was super patient with me and my friend as we took a bit long to decide on what to order lol. I know this spot has a good reputation and I don't live nearby so I wanted to make sure I got one of their best coffees. I went with the Tiramisu latte and my friend went with the crème brule latte which the barista said was their most popular. TBH my latte was okay. Came out to $8.75. I've had better and had a feeling the latte was going to be okay even though it looked really decadent. Parking is in the retail building for $3/hr but can get it validated at the shop or Whole Foods.

    Seasonal latte
    Nichole L.

    I loved the customer service of the barista and set up of the place. Ambient lighting and plenty of different table formats to sit at. My seasonal latte (sesame and cream forward) was delish! They also have wifi and a bathroom inside for guests. Only con is that it's hard to find coming out of the parking lot and although they validate for up to 2 hours, the hourly rate after is 2.50/hour. Not entirely their fault but it just needs more signs to direct people to where it is because I almost gave up trying to find it from the maze of a parking lot and construction there was.

    Cream Bruce and sesame ice latte
    Myra F.

    My friend and I were in the mood for an afternoon cup of joe after having lunch nearby. I'm really glad we found Alchemist Coffee Project. The minimalistic decor and the serene vibe was great. The baristas were very nice, greeted us and made some great suggestions. I tried the cream brule late and my friend had the sesame drink (can't recall the name). Both were so delicious. The cream top was thick and not overly sweet. We also tried a pastry with this delicious condensed milk drip on top 10/10!! Quick note- you can park in the parking structure and get validation at either the coffee shop or Whole Foods.

    Creme brûlée latte
    Jon K.

    Was looking for a coffee place that was open after 4, a lot of local ones close at 3 or 4, and found Alchemist! Nice set up inside, good amount of tables and bar seats. Was busy and full but not overcrowded. Coffee was great. Was warned some of their lattes run on the sweeter side but decided to try the creme brûlée latte anyway. Was sweet but not overly so (not as sweet as say a Starbucks frappe, but sweeter than some people may like). Was a little tricky to find, their signage isn't large. You pass it on your right as you drive in from the street towards parking. They do 2 hour validation which is awesome!

    Regular latte
    Richie D.

    After a workout I stopped by this coffee shop (in my list to try) to try their coffee but it was warm out so I ordered an iced latte. While I waited I noticed that the space is very nice to hang out, do work, catch up with friends and of course enjoy some breakfast pasties. I will have to come back and try more coffee and hang out .

    Misuguru Latte
    Bella S.

    Modern coffee shop with a clean, minimalist interior design. There's ample seating for those who want to work/study while enjoying their cup of joe. Staff were super speedy with their service and their ability to whip out a beverage. For my first visit, I tried one of their signature lattes. Got the Misuguru Latte, which had a good coffee balance - strong, yet, not acidic. I didn't taste much of the mixed grains flavor, but there was a subtle nutty flavor likely from the oat milk. It is topped with a slightly sweet cream that's sprinkled with black sesame seeds. I got it without "simple syrup" added as I do not like drinks that are too sweet - turned out perfect for my tastebuds.

    Drink menu at Alchemist Coffee Project, July 2025
    Krista M.

    I stopped by Alchemist Coffee Project near Culver City for a mid-morning meet-up with a friend last week and I'm so glad we both got to experience this gem. This place is inside The Cumulus complex and feels very fresh and modern with a sleek, stylish aesthetic that somehow manages to feel both elevated and welcoming. There is a good amount of parking on site and Alchemist Coffee Project offers two hours of validation. Otherwise the lot is shared with Whole Foods. The menu is great, especially for a coffee shop as they have a great variety of both drinks and food options. Naturally, I went with a hot matcha latte (my go-to) and since I hadn't had breakfast yet I also ordered the salmon bagel. No regrets whatsoever!! Both were absolutely perfect. The matcha was smooth and earthy without being bitter and the salmon bagel hit the spot with its fresh ingredients and balanced flavors. Sure, the price point is a little high, but honestly? Worth it. Sometimes you just have to treat yo'self and this was one of those times :) After eating, we stayed to get some work done, and I was pleasantly surprised by how conducive the space was for that. There was plenty of seating, the lighting was great, the music added ambiance without being distracting, and the vibe overall was great. Bonus points for the clean, well-kept restrooms and genuinely good customer service. This is exactly the kind of spot I'd return to for a casual catch-up, to do some work, or even just a quick drink and bite. I'm looking forward to visiting again, hopefully sooner rather than later.

    Lyna N.

    This is an incredible new-ish spot wonderful for both grabbing a quick fix, catching up with friends, or getting work done! I saw this place originally on TikTok and wanted to try their matcha, but unfortunately they had opened recently when I went and so they were out of matcha. BUT their coffee was delicious! Specifically the cream top which I found to be very unique - sizes and price are also of decent value for the competing area. I really like that you don't have to go as far as K-town for a nice study coffee shop as a UCLA student! Now what really surprised me was THE FOOD. I kid you not, I thought about this arugula burrata and prosciutto flatbread for weeks on end after until I got to making it myself. It's very well done and I like that they have more options than just avo toast -their menu pairs incredibly well with the drinks and I'm glad they have more than a pastry but less than a meal- the perfect in between. The place was clean, bathroom is very nice, and the plaza it's in is evidently new. Service was kind, and quick as can be. There's a decent amount of seating and large tables for groups as well as small ones for individual parties. I will say it's difficult to find parking and you will probably have to pay to park in the garage (I know there's validation for whole foods, not sure about the coffee shop)

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    Megan S.

    Matcha was super good and grassy for my taste, which I love. The cold foam was a little too sweet for me and it masked the taste of the matcha. Super cute indoors and nice staff!

    Maddy T.

    My bf and I both got lattes as well as a cheesecake from here. The drinks were perfect and the workers were so nice. Parking is in a garage nearby which is kind of hard to walk out of. They have various pastries available depending on the day provided from another local place.

    Misugaru Latte ($7.75), Matcha Forest ($7.25), Tiramisu Latte ($7.75); all delicious and worth trying

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