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    Café de Leche

    3.9 (570 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for working
    Good for kids

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    Thai Style Cold Brew
    Claudia C.

    The Thia Style Cold Brew is absolutely amazing. I loved it, it was full of flavor and so smooth!

    Eli T.

    Kind staff and nice place to get a croissant and coffee. They had a variety of coffee beans from various regions as well!

    Latte Latte Latte Campesino? I don't actually recall the name.
    Tamara R.

    Small, local coffee shop with good quality coffee, and friendly staff. Calm and slightly upbeat vibe. Nice place to relax, read, work. I don't remember the name of my latte but it has star anise and orange peel. I opted for oat milk. They have almond milk too. It was delicious! The atmosphere is fine, just a bit crowded and messy towards the back with coffee beans and an actual in-house roaster. So, while a bit messy, it's also unique and cool too. Not a 5 bc it's on the small side and bc it feels crowded in the back. If it were more open I think I'd give it 5.

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    Nikki B.

    Café de Leche has been a staple in Highland Park since 2008. The name was inspired by Anya's mother (Mama Rosa), and the story behind it is very cute. Their coffee is sourced from partner farms in Nicaragua, Ethiopia, & El Salvador and is roasted on site. HLP is the original location. There are others in Hollywood & Pasadena. This charming café sits on a corner in a historic brick building. Inside you'll find festive artwork on the wall, bench seating, a comfy couch, and a huge roaster in the back. They also sell their signature blends for you to enjoy at home. Fresh pastries are available for you to enjoy, and outdoor seating so you can relax with your pup. A delightful smell of spices permeated the air when I walked in. I asked the nice man behind the counter what smelled so good. He told me the barista was preparing a Latte Campesino, which consisted of orange, spices, and brown sugar. I was sold. I asked for a small ($5.50) with almond milk (.75) and browsed while I waited. I took a sip and was pleased that the latte tasted as good as it smelled. The beans were expertly roasted. It was a light roast without any bitterness. The foam was creamy, and the brown sugar added a touch of sweetness. It was perfect the perfect way to start my day. *Metered street parking & residential.

    Vanilla Latte Ube Matcha Latte
    Amy G.

    Such a cute place with lots of seating!! The baristas are sweet and the coffees are made super quick. Wasn't a huge fan of the matcha but the vanilla latte was good.

    Horchata con Espresso
    Jennifer H.

    Parked next to this cafe this morning with plans to check out Kumquat but noticed this cafe was open already with no wait. Glad we tried it - we got the Thai coffee (cold brew with coconut condensed milk) and the horchata latte. Both drinks were not overly sweet and pretty strong. The horchata latte could've used a bit more ice but otherwise would definitely come back again. Decent sizes for great prices - hard to find in LA these days!

    Thai style cold brew. Delicious.
    Adela L.

    Great service, cool coffee shop with indoor and outdoor seating. They have some pastries available for a quick bite.

    Casual Coffee Club X.

    Cappuccino - 7.5/10 Herbal Tea - 6.5/10 Ham and Cheese Croissant - 7/10 Service and the staff 10/10!

    Cozy corner , cool decor , other items for sale
    sulmaz r.

    Such a great find on a hot Cali day! I was craving a good matcha latte and we all know how tricky that can be ... came across this beautiful local shop, great music, great vibes , and super friendly service . Our drinks were wonderful I got an alt milk matcha, a classic matcha and a hibiscus lemonade 10/10 Plenty of seating , not sure about parking as we parked on the street.

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    Nicole V.

    Chill vibes, Latinx-inspired drinks, and some of the friendliest baristas around. I stopped by on a quiet Friday morning and lucked out with the cozy couch (there's only one!). The atmosphere was calm, the music good, and the service fast and welcoming. Tried the oat milk latte -- not quite my fave (a little thin and slightly burnt), but I'm picky. The whole milk cappuccino, on the other hand, was smooth and balanced. The menu is simple but highlights community with specials like the Horchata con Espresso and Mexican Mocha. Bonus: They roast their own beans, sell them in-store, and have cute merch. Overall: not my best latte, but I'd come back for the cappuccino, the vibe, and a second shot at their signature drinks.

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    Yvette S.

    Very solid coffee shop! My girlfriend and I both ordered a latte with extra shots and substituted for oat milk. Our drinks were delicious but what made it better was the atmosphere. It feels so cozy and inviting inside. Love the location and how close it is to restaurants if you happen to be hungry during your coffee run!

    Julia H.

    Horchata espresso so good. Makes me feel dumb for never having thought of that before. Staff is really nice every time I go in (Even one time when I just had to pee, angels). There's no WiFi so I couldn't come here everyday to work, but it's a perfect place to meet a friend or grind out some reading or writing.

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    Very nice staff and a great Ube lemonade. Apologies for utterly destroying your restroom!

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    Looking for a nice place to get work done. Is there wifi here?

    Hello Due to limited seating, we don't have wifi in our Highland Park cafe. We do have wifi at our… Read more

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    Small little grab and go coffee shop. My partner and I stopped by because we were at C&H a couple…read moreof stores away. Drinks: Pretty good! I got a matcha latte as my partner got a latte. On their menu, they actually listed the origin of where their matcha is from and as a matcha lover, I really appreciated that! Their matcha lattes come unsweetened so I opted in for their house-made vanilla syrup as I was intrigued by it. When I received my drink, I noticed the vanilla bean speckles which is an amazing sign! I do think the drink lacked matcha flavor, but it had great color to it! I believe the milk ratio was just a bit much. It definitely has potential though! I also tried my partner's drink and I am not a coffee drinker but I thought it was pretty good! Service: The staff up front was very patient while my partner and I were observing the menu and the pastries that were displayed. They were very informative of all of the displayed pastries! Ambiance: Loved the exterior and the designs on the wall. To the side of the order/pick-up window, there's a huge bench and a bit of tables to sit if you wanted to grab your drinks and chat. There's a cute little area under the tree! Overall, loved the aesthetic of this coffee shop and I would def come back to try out other drinks :)

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