PARKING: Lots of street parking and lots but when it's busy, it is hard to find parking. SEATING: About 4 tables? And a long bar for about 5 people? Quite small inside but nice to sit down and chat with friends. SERVICE: Was greeted! I caught them towards the end of the day so they seemed to be packing/cleaning which is reasonable. Their food menu looked yummy but I came for a drink. FOOD: I got their iced matcha einspanner for 8$! I loved the cream on top with the sea salt but I was not prepared for that first sip. Very delicious overall! One thing was that I wish I could sub the milk but I get why not. Def want to come back for their other drinks! Matcha very earthy and hit the spot on a sunny day! OVERALL: Super lowkey cute spot to get drinks! Def come during off hours for parking. read more

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I didn't personally eat anything on the menu here but I really liked their bread that we custom ordered. It was kinda confusing though because we came in the morning and the cashier told us the bread would be ready at 2PM. When we came at 2PM the same lady told us we had to make a custom order and that it would be ready tomorrow at 2PM... was super confusing and would have been annoying but thankfully we live just a 2 block walk away and came back to get it. The bread was still warm when we picked it up and was delightful with some jam and butter! read more

Amazing little cafe perfect for a relaxing brunch or tasty latte, and maybe getting some reading or a light laptop work done. The Tom Yum shrimp udon comes with mushrooms and is lightly spicy and absolutely delicious - I was making every effort to eat every last drop of the creamy sauce at the end. The Brekkie set is also incredibly tasty - the egg is somehow both crispy and runny, and goes really well with the toast. We got some coffees and some Thai Tea Toast for dessert. The shokupan toast is quite big and rich, so I'd recommend splitting it with someone and pairing it with a Americano or something basic to really bring out the flavor of the tea and coconut ice cream (which I think might be home made? I've never had anything like it before.) The cafe is run by a super nice pair of siblings - their likeness is on the logo - and everything came out pretty smoothly after we ordered. Frankly, I can't wait to come back and eat my way through the toast menu, maybe try a sandwich or two.... read more

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Super cute spot with a cozy atmosphere. There are about five tables inside along with some benches outside. Parking is metered street parking. We ordered the Mango Coco Shokupan Toast, Mango Sticky Rice, Latte Swaple, and the Matcha Einspanner. Service took a little while, but the staff were very nice. The drinks were definitely the highlight for me. I loved the cream top on both drinks, and both tasted really good! I'd definitely come back just for those. The shokupan toast was also good with sweet mangoes, soft bread, and ice cream that paired really well together. The mango sticky rice was decent too. We got it without ice cream, and while the mangoes were a bit tart, the rice texture itself was really good. Overall, a good experience and not a bad spot at all! read more

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3-1/2 stars (round up to 4 for solid service) Came for a post-lunch drink and opted for the matcha einspänner. A bit pricey at over $9 for a 12-ounce, and unfortunately was way too milk-forward and not enough matcha taste. While not the best matcha einspänner I've had, Cafe Franca is a cute little spot perhaps worth trying for its meals and desserts. read more

Cafe Franca - Matcha einspänner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Friend saw this new cafe opened up on TikTok, and the menu looked enticing... What we tried: - Pandan kaya shokupan toast ($16): 4.5/5, unique and really tasty, would get this again! Loved the contrast between the cold ice cream and warm toast. Was a bit heavy, so good to share w/ 2 people. - Shokupan spicy tomyum shrimp avocado sandwich ($14): 4/5, the bread was honestly the main highlight (so yummy, can't find it everywhere), and maybe the avocado. There was very little shrimp, though overall it was still decently tasty. I think their shokupan is what makes them stand out - their homemade Japanese-style fluffy bread - and I'd come back to try other items on the menu! Seating is a bit limited, but it wasn't full on a Thursday afternoon. read more

Cafe Franca - Pandan Kaya toast, Spicy Tomyum Shrimp Avocado - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

What a wonderful little Thai brunch and coffee place on Sawtelle!! It's away from the busiest part of the neighborhood, which means it's pretty easy to find free street parking and not feel rushed or crowded. Totally worth going the few extra blocks toward Santa Monica if you're in the area. I've been here a couple of times to get coffee - my favorite is the Sunshine Latte, which has such a bright and refreshing citrus flavor while the coffee still stands out in perfect balance. The foam top is delicious, and I always enjoy the slice of charred orange on top as a little extra treat. Recently had the pleasure of trying their food as well on a brunch date with my wife, and it did not disappoint! We had the spicy shrimp udon and the brekkie set. The udon was a bit too spicy for my weak tolerance but my wife very much enjoyed it. I loved the brekkie set - Hearty eggs and meat, warm toast, and such a cute presentation that even included fresh squeezed orange juice. It was very filing. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing with plenty of natural light and free, fast WiFi. There are some outlets too. The highlight for me was the Thai tea flavor shokupan toast. Just wow... The bread was soooo good. They make it fresh in-house!! The balance of flavors was incredible with the Thai tea mousse on top of the bread adding sweetness, the refreshing coconut ice cream, and the salty-sweet-crunchy crumbles on top. Truly a divine experience tbh. I can't wait to try the other flavors. The owners are so sweet, and it's clear they put a ton of love and care into crafting this charming little cafe. It's a fantastic addition to the Sawtelle neighborhood! read more

Cafe Franca - Thai tea toast - soooo good, wow! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This is a cute little spot on Sawtelle with a niche menu! My husband and I ordered a coconut coffee and a coconut matcha. Both were delicious and they use a high high grade matcha so I'm pretty JACKED right now! The shop is small and has a cute record bar with electric blue tables to chill at! We ordered the bacon egg and cheese sandwich and the egg bread is made in hose and is so simple and well put together! You'll leave full! I ordered the breakfast congee and let me tell you, IT WAS THE BEST DECISION! A breakfast congee is tasty, it's not overpowered with garlic or ginger. The ratio of all ingredients was the best and now I have to learn how to make it! The service was also incredible, it appeared only two people were running the shop and both were so kind and communicative! I think this is a small gem here in LA and it's worth a shot! read more

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Delicious!! Me and my sisters favorite breakfast brunch spot. Always have to get the tomyum udon!! read more

Cafe Franca - Creamy Tomyum Udon Shrimp & Tobiko - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

New spot in Sawtelle with Thai food, drinks, and desserts! I was excited to try the Coconut Matcha Foam especially since it was a non dairy option and it didn't disappoint, foam held up well too, though a bit pricey at $8. I also tried the creme brûlée donut, which was $8, I liked the crème brûlée top and cream filling, but not worth $8. Hope to come back to try the congee and other Thai dishes and desserts! read more

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Not too sweet! LOL. Went to give this place a try today & can say I'll definitely come back! FOOD: I'm always skeptical of places with specialty drinks because I'm scared it will be way too sweet. I got the Latte Swaple & tried the Pandan Kaya Toast. Latte Swaple was creamy with a hint of saltiness, overall pretty delicious (I did also ask for less sweet). As for the Pandan Kaya toast, I liked that the Pandan cream tasted natural & paired so well with the buttered toast. Also adding bonus points for how delicious the ice cream & the coconut meat paired with the rest of the dessert. Btw I got this "to go" and it was still delicious because they separated all the toppings and even put ice in a bag for the ice cream. PARKING: Came here in the afternoon on a weekday. There's some free street parking around the area & metered parking spots as well. Just be sure to read the street signs to avoid a ticket. Sawtelle area is notorious for ticketing! SERVICE: I waited about 5 or so minutes for my drink and food. The staff members were so kind and accommodating. The gentleman at the counter even brought out my drink and to go order as I waited outside. PS. They are dog friendly as they have some seats outside of the cafe. Overall would recommend! Next time I'll be trying some of their savory offerings. :D read more

Matcha good! Vibes good! Try the Basque cheesecake! Very good service as well. Glad to have this in the neighborhood.

I don't write reviews ever but Cafe Franca has my heart! I love that they use layered white toast so much that I think about the bacon egg cheese and Thai chicken satay sandwiches all the time. Guilty, but I think I might have stopped by 3 times in one week before... They also have an incredibly nice, warm and lovely staff, Benny's awesome!! Honorary mention: Tom Yum Sandwich For drinks, the must gets for me are the matcha einspanner and latte swaple!! I would say the matcha quality and coffee is pretty underrated here, so I would highly recommend trying it out! There's also wifi, so it's a cute little spot to work as well! read more

Cafe Franca - Bacon Egg Cheese Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Amazing Breakfaat and perfectly balanced Coffee The flavors were so good and unique. Highly recommend. I'll definitely be back!‍ read more

Cafe Franca - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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got the matcha einspanner and the pandan kaya toast! overall, loved the toast and they were generous with the cream, which i feel like a lot of places skimp out on. the crumble added a nice texture and the coconut strings were also a fun touch. i split it with my friend and it was enough for the both of us. for the einspanner, the matcha was high quality and it had a strong flavor which i liked. however, if you like your matcha a bit sweeter like i do, keep in mind that this one was less sweet, but i still enjoyed it! the service was also so good and friendly!! they gave us water and checked to see if everything was good. they have a cute seating area inside as well. had a great experience! read more

Cafe Franca - matcha einspanner and pandan kaya toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Noticed a new cafe on Sawtelle and had to go!! It was so fun. I ordered breakfast and coffee and enjoyed everything! Delicious egg, sausage and toast - listening to great music and soaking in the sunshine. Nice Mediterranean vibe in the decor. Very kind and polite folks working there. Go and I bet you'll be happy you did! read more

Cafe Franca - Breakfast today! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Cute place, nice vibe, great green tea, and a perfectly creamy cheesecake. This place just opened recently. Great service and friendly staff. You can park on the street, and it's definitely worth trying. read more

Cafe Franca - Cute place, nice vibe, great green tea, and a perfectly creamy cheesecake. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

i was headed home after a long flight and needed a good pick-me-up, stopped by this cute little place and it really blew me away! the congee was thick and savory and honestly felt like a warm hug in a bowl. the matcha was amazing too, perfectly sweet. a lot of reviews here mention the price, but honestly for west LA, this is normal and competitive pricing. will definitely be back and will be bringing my friends! read more

What a grift operation! They'll charge you a higer price for their mediocre latte than any other coffee shop in the neighborhood, Then give you HALF the expected milk (8-to-10 oz.) on a good day, AND have the gall to charge you extra for non-dairy milk. About a dozen cafés within a mile radius charge less for more and better coffee, so don't waste your time here! Those few suspiciously favoring reviews this place has are allegedly from their friends and relatives. Not this one. :-) read more

I have tried both the bacon, egg, cheese sandwich and real crab cream cheese sandwich. Both are delicious! I love that they give a great amount of fresh veggies and avocado in the sandwiches. Can't wait to come back! read more

Glad to see this new place that serves deserts and brunch. I had the mango sticky rice with coconut ice cream and it was very good. Their Thai ice tea slush was very refreshing and good too. (It's also a good place to have desert after dinner next door at my favorite Tuk Tuk Thai) read more

incredibly cute and charming place. service is amazing and incredibly sweet, made us feel welcome. had the pandan kaya shokupan toast and matcha einspanner which was incredibly good experience. the pandan toast was made well and wasn't too sweet even though they didn't skimp out on the sauce! 100% recommend supporting this place :) read more