Picaresca is hands down my favorite coffee shop in Boyle Heights! It's Mexican owned and you can…read moretruly feel the passion they put into everything they do. The owners are always welcoming, friendly, and genuinely make every customer feel at home. Their customer service is exceptional and one of the main reasons my family and I keep coming back. The food is amazing! Their chicharrón burrito is the best I've had, and the chilaquiles are always fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. Their coffee is just as impressive--they roast their own beans, make their own café de olla syrup, and you can even buy their coffee beans to enjoy at home. Every cup tastes fresh, rich, and authentic. I also love the atmosphere. The artwork throughout the shop is beautiful and gives the space so much personality. It's the kind of place where you want to sit, relax, and enjoy your coffee. Another thing I appreciate is that their prices are more affordable than many other coffee shops, especially considering the quality of the food, coffee, and service. My kids absolutely love coming here, and it's become one of our favorite family spots. If you're in Boyle Heights and looking for incredible coffee, delicious food, beautiful local art, fair prices, and some of the kindest people you'll ever meet, Picaresca is a must-visit. I can't recommend them enough!

Been coming here for a year. Normally I try and few things before I really make a review. Let's…read morestart with the staff, only one of the staff members is really kind and bless her heart. It varies who you get, alot of attitude, eye rolls for no reason. Oddly enough, unless you're someone well known they will go over the moon for you. Saw it the other day bring them water salsa while their other customers have to get everything but, i digress. The mulato breakfast sandwich, its flavorful! I do recommend trying it if its your first time and want something not so heavy. I like the chilaquiles, its better when you add a fried egg. Soo yummy, savory, and flavorful! As for the coffee, if you like a pick me up... and a coffee that isn't sweet but strong. I suggest a refresher drink (tonics). The coffee is sugary and you unfortunately cant taste some of the coffee. If that's your preference, we'll i recommend. Besides that, the environment is lovely and art they have. Though its a hit or miss with staff especially if you like friendly service.

Damo has quickly become one of my favorite spots in the Arts District. Their premium matcha is…read morerich, smooth, and balanced without any bitterness. You can really taste the quality in every sip, and it's clear they take their sourcing and preparation seriously. The minimalistic interior is also a plus for this location. It's a great space for studying, catching up with friends, or just taking a break. It's a spacious interior with much more seating compared to the Koreatown location.

My husband has his forever favorite -- the Einspänner -- and of course he ordered it again at Damo…read more It's still his number‑one coffee anywhere, and today was no exception. I decided to try something new and went for the Chocolate Forest Matcha... absolutely divine. Rich, earthy, slightly sweet, and so beautifully balanced. What surprised me most is how different the inside feels compared to the outside. From the street, it looks a little gahtto and unassuming, but the moment you step in, it's a completely different world -- cozy, bright, warm, and welcoming. It's the kind of space that makes you want to stay longer than you planned. Damo continues to be one of those rare spots where the drinks are memorable and the atmosphere feels like a little hidden gem.

Got princess parking right in front around 1:30 pm on a Tuesday so I can't say much for how it…read moreusually is at any other time. It was pretty busy for late afternoon but I took it as a good sign. My sister has been a bunch of times before and really wanted me to try their cream top but I don't drink coffee and they apparently stopped allowing modifications to their drinks so you can no longer add the cream top to the matcha latte. She got the cream top coffee and I got the matcha latte so I could sip the top of hers and drink mine and it was honestly so so good. I have no idea how they make their cream top but it's unlike any other I've tried. The matcha itself was also very smooth and great quality. Both drinks came out to just $13.50 total, which is amazing. Would come again!

The matcha latte is superb-5 stars The service is fine, it's…read morecrowded but the line out the door went pretty quick. 4 stars The ambiance needs improvement. I get the Japandi minimalist design aesthetic but a lot of people would love to just sit down and drink their spendy beverage and there's just not enough seats for all the customers. I would suggest adding more benches along the North wall which is an entirely usable space as well as adding another counter along the window with barstools. For this, I have to give the ambiance 2 stars. I'd still come back for the exceptional matcha latte though!

Wow!!! Wanted to stop by here for a quick breakfast and saw this on Yelp. I'm super happy to have…read morecome here and try out not only the matcha, but their bakery items too! There were only a couple of their garlic cream croissants left and some bakery items were sold out. There was a line but it wasn't too long or bad. The lady at the front was super friendly and also helped describe what type of matchas they use. I chose the top choice (started with a K) and it was a more balanced type. It was sweetened with my choice of oat milk, honey, and vanilla syrup... the taste was amazing! My boyfriend and I shared one drink and we enjoyed it so much. It was so delicious. I wanted more matcha after that! It was smooth and creamy. The garlic cream croissant was also crispy and soo fun to peel and enjoy per bite. I loved it a lot. It was super tasty. 10/10 spot and the wait for the matcha is worth it! Would love to come back again here with friends. Parking lot was busy and full but there's also a garage to park at for free.

Leaflet Coffee is a charming café that's well worth a visit for its unique specialty drinks. The…read morespace is exceptionally clean and cozy, featuring a modern, aesthetic interior with a handful of tables that make it a great spot to enjoy a drink or get some work done. The staff were incredibly friendly, and the Luxurious George was prepared surprisingly quickly despite the matcha being hand-whisked to order. We also ordered their seasonal Vietnamese Coconut Latte, which was visually stunning, though I didn't get the chance to try it myself. **Luxurious George: 4/5** The Luxurious George, a banana jasmine matcha latte, was smooth and not overly sweet, allowing the flavors to remain light and refreshing. Fragrant jasmine took center stage, offering a beautiful floral aroma and delicate tea notes that paired nicely with the earthy matcha. The milk, however, overshadowed the matcha and made the drink taste a bit milkier than I had anticipated. While the banana was a unique addition, its flavor remained very subtle and was difficult to distinguish, leaving the jasmine as the dominant flavor profile. Despite not quite meeting all of my expectations, Leaflet Coffee left a great impression with its inviting ambiance and creative drink offerings. With such a unique menu, I'm excited to come back and discover more of what they have to offer.

Érase una vez... after visiting Oaxaca, I returned home and found a gem right here in East LA: Yia…read moreCaffé. From the moment you arrive, it invites you to be present. So much care and intention woven into this place. On weekends you can feel the energy of people moving through from opening to closing. Today I needed a little more sweetness in my life, so I ordered the iced Mazapán oat milk latte with peanut butter foam -- magic -- alongside the Tamales de Mole, a weekend-only special. The sweet balanced the savory perfectly. Pansa llena, corazón contento. The flavor profile caters to a range of palates. My partner went for the Oaxacan Mocha oat milk latte -- also highly recommend the Cacao de Mi Corazón smoothie and the Spanish Latte. Know that every drink is made to order, crafted with intention. This isn't fast food. Give yourself the time to enjoy it. Open 7am-5pm daily, they're not stretching themselves thin for the masses, they're building a solid foundation. And it shows. The consistency keeps me coming back. For days when you can't escape the grind, DoorDash pre-order is a must. For days when you want an actual escape... tucked on a busy corner amid freeways, trains, and the hum of East LA, this place carves out a sanctuary. Lush greenery, a pace that slows you down, street parking in the neighborhood, and the satisfaction of supporting a local small business that opens its doors to the community. Oh, and they keep dog treats at the counter. I snagged one for my fur baby-- a small reminder of how beautifully they treat dogs in Oaxaca. Yia Caffé -- a treat, every single time.

Wanted to try this coffee shop for a while now, heard great things about it. I was around the area…read moreso I decided to stop by. Parking is scarce, but that's not being taken in consideration as part of the rating, just wanted to make it aware for others. I ordered a Oaxacan Mocha latte with coconut milk. I give a 3/5. I like the dark chocolatey taste of it, and I loved the hint of canela, but it tasted water based. I also ordered their horchata matcha latte, 3/5 as well. Same thing, tasted water based, ordered it with almond milk. I'm not much of a sweet person, so if you like sweet drinks then this is it for you and your rating will be probably higher than mines. The place is very aesthetic, kind of gives off the vibe like you're in a tree house haha. Overall, it's an aesthetic coffee shop with decent coffee. Would definitely go come to try the rest of the coffees.

Had the tostadas trio , excellent!! Will definitely return…read more Ambiance and customer service absolutely perfect, felt like home.

Food: I honestly did not try the food so can't comment on…read moreany food but can comment on the coffee I tried. I got the Latte de Barrio, I honestly feel like it tasted like any other Spanish latte, made with sweetened condensed milk, so if you like that taste of that you'll like this! Service: Honestly the service was TOP TIER which is why I'm giving them 5 stars. They were super nice and asked if it was our first time there. I said yes and an employee there explained the menu. They even offered us a sample of their pistachio milk and another milk but I forgot the name of it. Just with that, makes me want to go back and see if another coffee of theirs WOWS me. Ambiance: Was super cute, they had plants all over the front of their little coffee shop . They had decorations from Guatemala which I loved! The shop alone is super small inside a small little market.

This place is such a gem! It's only a few…read moreblocks from my house, and I'm so happy I found it. I love supporting this woman-owned coffee shop, and the vibe is always so welcoming. Now, can we talk about the banana latte?! It is seriously the BEST I've ever had. It's smooth, perfectly sweet, and unlike anything else l've tried. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and order one-you'll thank me later! Highly recommend supporting this amazing local business!

This is such a cool spot. It looks like a bookstore reading section by the window. I found parking…read morepretty quickly on the street and it is one hour parking. The customer service is super friendly and I was trying to choose between the toffee nut latte or cinnamon latte. The barista helped me and I chose the toffee nut latte. It is subtle and a good way to start the day. It was perfectly sweet and the coffee cake was auper moist ans a good pairing. The ambiance is super cool and there were playing spanish music. I wish I would have started working here on my laptop. I definitely want to come back and do that and try other items too.

Cafe Cafe is open Mon-Sat: 8am-4pm…read more Cafe Cafe operates out of a shared kitchen with Macheen and Milpa Grille. I ordered the Ice Hot Cocoa Latte and it was a lovely drink to pair with breakfast burritos and tacos. I will certainly be back to try other coffees.

something about this place called to me...so i had to come try…read more. i was lowkey confused when i first pulled up and walked in ngl because it's part of Milpa but i saw a coffee menu and knew this was it. i loved the vibes in there and all the resources that they had available i ordered an iced americano and a berry jamaica. the americano was great. i had to stop myself from chugging it. the jamaica was taking a minute but it's because they make it to order! like legit from scratch. and it was well worth it. this drink wasn't for me but i tried it and i almost drank the whole thing too lol the texture is kinda thick, because of the puree so it's not thin like actual agua fresca but still good, even if you want to thin it with water