tiramisu iced latte was so good! i always heard great things about alchemist coffee project and was glad to have stumbled by! pretty aesthetically pleasing cafe and lots of people working and studying. bathroom is pretty clean too. i like how they have an outside sink separate from the bathroom (there's a sink in the bathroom too). would def try their other drinks if i'm ever in the area! read more

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Love the coffee, but whoever is in charge of hiring needs to do better. Anytime any of the boys are working they are on their phones, talking to one another, talking to their friends, and overall not doing their jobs. Schedule less on the floor so they HAVE to work. Seems like they all hiring their little friends too which is always a hell no. Shouldn't take 10 mins for a cold brew to be sitting there and only one person working and the rest on their phones. Fire some folks and do better. Some people can't even work at a coffee shop and clear indication many of the staff can't. If you have team leads, they need to be better at leading too. Sad that I won't be back, given too many chances but the staff continuously just suck. read more

It's a puzzling esthetic but as I sat down, enjoyed my coffee, and took into the actual vibe of the coffee shop, I kinda got it. Sitting inside, I felt I was outside a coffee brewery on a cloudy sad day. The 80's music playing definitely made me reminisce of Midwest rainy days with little to no sun. I appreciated it more the more I put my head up and looked around instead of on my phone. I got a vanilla type iced espresso (einsplainer sp?) with focaccia prosciutto small plate. Both were tasty and added to my experience in the shop. The einspainer had a great espresso kick under the vanilla cream and a splash of honey . The focaccia bread had a lot of mozzarella cheese, so if you're into that, it's actually quite epic. read more

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Alchemist is easily one of my favorite coffee spots in LA. The Lavender Matcha Latte is exceptional, very smooth and aromatic, with just the light floral note that elevates the matcha without overpowering it. It's one of those drinks you actually crave after trying once, can't get enough of it! The service has always been solid. Honey Cake is a must try, both the original and the cocoa version are incredible. Soft, rich, and not overly sweet. Highly recommend trying at least one. I definitely prefer this location over the one on Vermont. It feels cleaner, a bit quieter, and overall more relaxed. The area itself is also much calmer compared to the Vermont location, which makes it a big difference if you want to simply sit and enjoy your drink, or get some work done. read more

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I love their coffee specially the tiramisu latter is sooo good every time we come they have already run out of pastries but we were lucky this time. I just wish they would take their time to warm up the pastries because they are always cold from the inside. read more

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I love this location! So many great folk who work here... Roxy, Alexander, Kevin, Kat, Rachel... and the other staffers are great too. I absolutely love the playlist here. I can sit and just totally zone out. They also keep the space orderly and clean. Parking is a non-issue. read more

I visited Alchemist Coffee Project at The Pearl on Sunday, May 4th, 2025. I heard that they sell Dubai chocolate and it was good, so I wanted to give it a try. I ordered a coffee and the Dubai chocolate. The coffee was good but unfortunately, the Dubai chocolate didn't quite meet my expectations. I don't remember the service very clearly, but overall it seemed fine. read more

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Im so glad that I stayed in koreatown during my LA visit so I can come to this spot I absolutely love black sesame in coffee and I don't find much of it. This place had the absolute best black sesame latte I've ever had. I ordered the misugaru latte, which also had a mix of different grains and a nutty cloud foam top. It reminds me of the Chinese cereal drink I used to have as a kid. So delicious. I also love that the place looks to be inspired by the Alchemist book, which is one of my favorite reads. They sell the books in the cafe as well. The space looks minimalist modern with plenty of ADA and group seating for studying and meeting with friends. I walked but they validate parking in that building. read more

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Great space for hanging out and working. It was packed on a Sunday late afternoon tho. We got the matcha einspanners and it was delicious. Just small and expensive $7. read more

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I visited Alchemist once a long time ago, probably around the time they first opened, and I wasn't too impressed back then. But recently, my friend and I stopped by again on one of our regular coffee dates, where we explore different coffee spots and try new items. Let me just say--my experience this time was so much better than what I remembered. In fact, the drink I ordered was so memorable, I felt compelled to write this review. Alchemist is located on a busy street in Koreatown. I managed to find street parking right across the street on a Sunday, though I'm not sure if they have designated parking for the shop itself. Once inside, it's easy to see why this place attracts a lot of students and remote workers. The atmosphere is relaxed, with plenty of people studying, working, or just enjoying a quiet moment with their drinks and pastries. It also looks like they've updated the space since my last visit--adding more furniture to accommodate more guests. There's also a small outdoor seating area, which is great when the inside gets full. Although I wasn't in the mood for coffee, I ordered their Peach Lemonade, which is made with organic peach peony tea and fresh-squeezed lemonade. I don't know what kind of magic is in that combination, but it was absolutely perfect for my palate~ So much so that I'm already craving it again today! It wasn't overly sweet, and they didn't drown it in ice like a lot of places do. I expected some tartness from the lemonade, but it was surprisingly smooth and well-balanced. The peach tea added a delicate, floral note that elevated the whole drink. It was especially refreshing on a warm Sunday afternoon. Now I'm genuinely curious to see what new drinks they'll have next time I visit and can't wait to go back~~ read more

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Great tasting coffee and food! Staff are really helpful and friendly. Love the vibes of the interior - could spend all day here!

Their New Orleans Cold Brew with oat milk has got to be one of the best dang cold brews I've had. It's always hustlin and bustlin with people studying, working, or hanging out. Has a cool, modern decor. Great spot. Never change. read more

I love the cafe vibe - can work in here with plenty of outlets and free wifi. Clean bathrooms. My favorite item is the tiramisu latte read more

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5 stars for being the closest coffee shop to me and having great coffee and working space! Friendly staff that give treats to my dog. And for spending $7-8 for a latte, what a delight to get horse/unicorn latte art?? I've tried a number of their drinks- honey latte, vanilla latte, creme brûlée latte, tiramisu latte, einspanner, matcha einspanner, pour over black coffee, etc.. I loved the einspanner the best that is espresso, cream, and vanilla. I love how strong it was but creamy. It's an 8oz iced drink, but really really good. It's like a dessert! read more

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Easily a 5/5 coffee shop! Met up with an old college buddy and this was the closest coffee shop in the area. Great selection of pour over coffee and delicious lattes. Vibes were chill - great place to sit and get some work done. Great and friendly service. Will definitely be coming back for some more brew. Bookmark this shop and make sure to drop in for some coffee next time you're in Ktown! read more

I stopped by on a weekday early afternoon needing a pick me up. The inside has a very neutral and calming aesthetic. There were quite a few people inside, but not much of a line so I had to quickly decide what I wanted. I went with one of their signature drinks the misugaru latte without cream top. It was quite tasty, but the contents are heavy so it all went to the bottom and without a straw to stir, only the first sip actually tasted like it should. read more

Came in the evening, wish I got to try the bagels but the kitchen closes at 3. I would not recommend the Matcha Latter with oat milk, but the Matcha Einspanner was not bad! The interior was a clean, nice study spot but they don't have many outlets. One downside was although the music was nice (alternative indie), it was quite loud and the cafe overall was pretty noisy (might not be able to focus on work). Wifi worked well! Service was nice and drinks came out fast. Overall would come again to try the kitchen items :) read more

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This cafe was very aesthetic and the perfect spot to get work done or enjoy your choice of coffee or matcha while catching up with a friend! Our orders were efficiently prepared as soon as we ordered. The end result of our matcha and vanilla latte was prepared directly in front of us when combining the coffee with ice and adding matcha powder on the top! The matcha we ordered worked perfectly with the foam added on top and was very delicious and authentic! The parking lot available looked to be valet so we just walked from a nearby parking. read more

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Drinks: My fav is def the misugaru latte and it has me coming back. Both the coffee and misugaru flavors are strong and pair well together. The tiramisu latte was also good. Both drinks aren't too sweet. Service: Most of the workers are super nice and helpful. There is free 90 minute parking with validation in the retail parking on Hobart. Ambiance: the vibes are good for studying and u can see a lot of people studying or doing work inside. Lots of seating available and it's not too loud. read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - tiramisu latte & misugaru latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

After Korean BBQ in Ktown, we didn't want to venture too far for some after-meal drinks. Friend suggested Alchemist Coffee Project nearby and it was only a street over with covered parking, so we were in! It was a packed house on Black Friday afternoon, but luckily after we all finished ordering, some people were leaving so we were able to find a table to fit all five of us. I haven't seen this too often at other coffee shops, so I ordered the iced tiramisu latte with 2% milk ($7.75). The mascarpone cream sold me. Delicious latte, but got a bit too sweet for me towards the end. Make sure to get your parking validated for free 90 minutes of parking! read more

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I ordered iced mocha latte and it tastes great. It looks to be a local favorite hangout spot. Although the space is not huge, there are plenty of art-ish decors and look nice. The service is relatively fast too. Recommend this cafe shop. read more

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MUST visit when in the area! I heard a lot of good things about Alchemist Coffee, I'm glad I tried their classic iced Americano. Super clean, nice study music, and friendly workers. Lots of seating and good wifi. Located under The Pearl. They have another location (bigger) about 5 minutes away. read more

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So many ambitious and cool people. Can be a bit busy. New Orleans cold brew is amazing! Fun, clean environment with easy to access bathrooms, water and plug ports. read more

This place caught my eye from across the street while I was on my way to a different coffee shop. I love the name and the aesthetic inside. There's ample space to sit down and work/study, tons of tables and benches. I misread the menu and was hoping the tiramisu Latte to be hot - I didn't know it was only offered iced. The latte itself has good flavor and isn't too sweet which I really appreciate. However, the amount of cocoa powder on top can cause a few coughs if inhaled. Actual food feels really expensive, but if you want a pastry you can expect it to run you $5-7. The latte was $7.25 for one standard size. Overall I'm not happy to have ventured over but I don't know if I'll add it into my regular rotation. read more

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I've been wandering around LA for a few weeks now looking for a great latte. I've discovered most are foam covered warm milky beverages. When my friend Jason gave me a list of some of his favourite coffee shops to try I saw that ACP was enroute to MacArthur Park so it was my stop today. I actually didn't have a coffee at home and put all my eggs in one basket. Nearly an hour walk to get there. And you know what? I'm glad I waited! Latte art was beautiful but even better?? The taste of the latte itself! I actually went and thanks the barista afterwards for making me a perfect latte. read more

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Intended to pay a visit to their West Adams location, but apparently the listing was kinda misleading as it's not open yet. Having 2 existing locations in Ktown, the one at Pearl apartment was just awesome and I couldn't agree more when plenty other reviews called it as productive space. Yeah, just perfect when you tried to find a place with plenty of power outlets, decent wifi, and many seats. There's also retail parking space next door, and they gave 90minutes validation. Plenty of pastries were served on the showcase and I was so glad hearing the barista offered if I wanted my Ricotta cake being reheated. Served warm, the fluffy and moist cake was so comforting and just YUM! The Caramel Latte was decent enough, not overly sweet and the coffee was pretty good. Wouldn't call it my most favorite around the area, but offering such a cozy space would make me having reasons to come back. read more

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I honestly wasn't expecting much and just wanted a quick pick me up drink but I can tell that this is gonna be a go-to matcha spot for sure. The matcha was the perfect amount of creaminess and matcha flavor. I can't speak for the pastry and mocha latte because that was my dad's but they had so many pastries and desserts that I wanna try next time! I would say that it's really crowded and didn't seem like a cafe to go to often for studying/working buut this was just based on a Saturday so I'd assume it's much better on weekdays! read more

Alchemist Coffee Project - Matcha Einspanner, Mocha Latte, & Spinach & Artichoke Pastry - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I think I just discovered my favorite coffee shop to get work done at in Ktown! I ordered the misugaru latte, which at first sip tasted amazing. The sesame has a strong toasted flavor and this is probably my favorite misugaru latte I've had. I almost thought the misugaru/black sesame flavor overpowered the coffee, but as I kept drinking I was able to taste and feel the coffee. They have other unique/specialty drinks here that I'd like to try but I heard their regular latte is just as good! I really enjoyed the ambience here. There are plenty of tables including a long one with outlets. The seats are not only aesthetically pleasing but super comfortable! There is also outdoor seating available. I also like that they offer water to the side because when studying or working for a long time I get thirsty. Love the way this place is decorated and the music they played is exactly what's on my playlist lol. read more

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Location: next to Orangetheory. One hour free parking for retail in the gated lot Ambiance: definitely a coffee shop you'd want to sit and work at BUT 1) it gets cold inside, 2) seats are all cramped together because it is a small space, and 3) the chair height to table height ratio can be uncomfortable (or maybe it's just me) Good drinks though and they also sell bags of Onyx beans. My only complaint is they did not give a heads up that the einspanner is not the same size as the other iced drinks. read more

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I love seeing WFH spaces thriving in the midst of people being forced back into office. No one wants that, we want delicious food, coffee, and our time back. Initial Impression: I love a dark, refined, and moody space. Despite it being this way, it's very lively with great music. There is ample seating compared to most coffee shops and that's something that makes this space even more inviting. The pastries are displayed enticingly and all of the drinks sound appealing. Service: The service was very fast, I'm a little sad I just missed the food service as I looking forward to trying the panini or the lox. Just another trip for next time! I purchased the Einspanner Matcha and it was well-balanced. The matcha has a very smooth taste, foam, and quality. The presentation was picture perfect! I purchased their Bread Pudding, Basque Cheesecake, and Dubai Chocolate Bar. All of which were to expectation and a nice way to satiate my palate before dinner. Overall: I really enjoyed the quality of the food read more

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Great coffee!! And unique options The service is always great too And food options include full meals like sandwiches which is nice only thing that's slightly annoying is sometimes it's super busy. But if you can find a spot, then good wfh spot read more

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Got a hot mocha and the prosciutto cloud. Both was so good and didn't take long to come out.

5/5 SOLID coffee shop for studying/working. I came on a Friday morning to an free, empty parking lot (woo). It's small-moderately sized, but there are definitely much smaller and more difficult-to-maneuver lots in Ktown (I'm looking at you Yeems!!) Even in the early morning, the place was always poppin with people coming in and out. The majority get their coffee to go, but I think what Alchemist does best is their aesthetic and workable cafe. The interior is darkly lit, but with an entirely glass wall that lets a lot of sunshine in. There are various smaller tables meant for 2-4 people each, with chairs with backs! There's also a longer, larger table with and backless stools. I counted 4 outlets to connect to (they've attached extension cords and cubes so more people can connect which is very kind), though I can understand how quickly those must go when it gets busy. Also, free wifi! I got the hot mocha latte, which first and foremost, was a piece of art. Their espresso blend is on the fruitier side, and they use a dark chocolate for their mocha. Overall, it was a lovely accompaniment to hours of studying. Many walking out were holding their more fun lattes, so I definitely want to come back to try their misugaroo or tiramisu lattes! read more

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I recently tried the other location in k town & it was pretty good but had a few annoying parts about it. This location is so much better They don't charge for 2 extra shots if you only get one like the other location, I find the staff to be more welcoming and the crème brûlée latte was actually bruleed, which I never got at my few times at the other location. Coffee tasted better and I tried the avocado croast for the first time it is super good. No notes!!! read more

This is my favorite spot to get an einspanner latte and sit and enjoy for a while Lots of fabulous n comfortable seating and fabulous AC for hot summer days when your car ac is broken lol The sweetest employees and never fails to be great coffee in a great space read more

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I was back in town visiting a friend. On our last morning we decided to grab some coffee and maybe a croissant for the ride home. The space was very open, clean, and a great place to come in with your laptop and get some work done while drinking your coffee. The cashier was friendly and answered all of our questions and I was also trying to find a gluten free option for food for my wife. We wanted to try a few items on the menu. We ordered the Misugaru Latte and the Tiramisu Latte. The Misugaru Latte was a black sesame oat latte. It was on point and was delicious. the only thing I would order differently next time would to add another shot of espresso to it. I am not exactly sure but maybe because of the sesame and grain mix, the drink itself was a bit thicker. Don't let this deter you, order this latte. The Tiramisu lived up to the consistency and taste. Both lattes were not overly sweet and the coffee did shine. We also ordered the GF Financier and I ordered an everything bagel with cream cheese. Now, I am a cream cheese lover and the amount of cream cheese was just what I wanted. Spot on for me! Next time I'm back in KTown I will definitely be back. read more

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TBH, I was sleeping on this place. Every time I came to LA, I told myself I was gonna come here and didn't get the chance. But I'm glad I did. It's a super cute, modern coffee spot. There's a few tables outside and some inside. It can get a bit cozy, but I feel that's with all popular coffee spots. I got the Creme Brulee Latte, which I liked because it was mad sweet as I was expecting. There was a lot of people getting the pour overs as well. So if you're a coffee snob, check it out! The staff is hella friendly! Always a plus in the day and age! This place is right in between OrangeTheory and Carving Board read more

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Alchemist is an amazing spot for coffee in Koreatown. When I worked on 3rd street, we would order pickup from here all the time. They prepare drinks so quickly and you only need to give about a 10-15 minute notice before you pick up. The servers are all so kind and fun to banter with while you order and all of them are so attractive too. The matcha tea with a teensy bit of sweetener is absolutely amazing. I would say it's almost on par with the matcha tea from Tea Master in Little Tokyo. Parking at this location is free for 2 hours with validation right behind the shop in the Retail Parking lot on Hobart. It has such a cute vibe and there is so much seating to sit and do some work or journal for a few hours. Will definitely be coming back. read more

I finally ditched my go to worldwide brand on the corner of the street that saves me a *buck... :) Alchemist is located on Wilshire a few blocks east of Western. As I work in this area, I decided to try this location, since they have two. I come here when I crave something more crafty and sweet. For those that don't know me, I'm a caffeine addict! I drink about three cups of coffee a day... Now, the space here isn't large which makes it cozy. However, the ambiance was darker, modern and chic. I saw many patrons on their computers. Thus, I'm assuming they have outlets and WiFi. The service is always excellent and the drinks are delicious. They also had a selection of food and baked goods. However, it's on the pricier side with my latte being about $7+. That's why coming here is a treat! Overall, they have great delicious drinks, but I would say it would be hard to be a regular here if you don't make a fortune. read more

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I love alchemist coffee! Both locations are very nice! Although it has the same name... they give off different vibes! I believe this place has free 90 minute parking validation... although I typically walk here when I want to hangout! Or when I want to treat myself after working out! It's next to Orange theory and across the street from 24 hour fitness. Probably why I don't see any workout results There's a solid amount of seating and the WiFi is always solid for those who are trying to study! I also really love that during the weekdays... there seems to be this unsaid rule of not speaking too loud? Some cafes are too loud for me to study... not gonna name any names but... it starts with an M and ends in an O but I appreciate the noise levels here! The workers are kind and helpful! At this location I really like their peach peony tea when I want something light (not sweetened)... or tiramisu latte when I want something sweeter but not too sweet! I've tried their honey latte but personally I think the tiramisu is sweeter so I like it more I tried the Misugaru latte for the first time and tasted just like Misugaru. I'm not sure if it was due to the peanuts but it had some crunchy bits that I loved. The drink was so so creamy, and gave me energy! I drank it at 2:30 and could not sleep until midnight! because I love Misugaru I loved the drink so much! And it's actually the only place I had dried it here. I believe there was some black sesame notes in it too! Another cafe I love and will continue supporting when I want a treat! :) read more

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