The matcha was delicious and hit just right. Creamy and smooth, with a touch of grassiness. That said, the yuzu coffee tonic was just not it for us. Might be a preference thing. Prices were higher but it's LA so no surprise there. Spacious with lots of comfortable seating. read more

The best strawberry matcha I've ever had. It's strong & good quality matcha, not the basic "green milk" taste like other places. read more

DAMO - Strawberry matcha einspanner - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The matcha einspanner was solid! Thecream on top added just the right amount of sweetness and balanced it out perfectly. Honestly, I drink matcha so often that it's starting to all taste the same to me, but I did a little side-by-side with Stagger's matcha. Stagger's is less sweet and a bit more milky, with a noticeable matcha flavor that's not as strong or bitter compared to Memory Look's. I also tried a sip of the hojicha and it was decent but felt a bit watered down. The latte, though, was amazing, rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The workers were nice and pretty fast with service as well and the shop is cutely decorated. Very limited seating though so definitely not a study cafe since it gets busy. Definitely a good spot to try if you're a matcha lover! read more

DAMO - matcha einspanner, hojicha einspanner, vienna latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I'm still thinking of this hojicha einspanner... The cafe is small but has a great vibe: very lively, bright, yet peaceful. There are about 5-6 tables to sit at and there is free parking in the parking lot. At the recommendation of the barista, I went with the hojicha einspanner. My friend got the matcha einspanner. We shared the waffles and dagwa sampler since we were curious to try it. The waffles were a bit soggy, flat, and bitter. They did pair with the cream really well. The dagwa sampler was also nothing too special which I would have wished for since I paid almost $1 per quarter of a cookie. I would've given 4 stars for the average and expensive food experience, but I kept thinking about my drink and how delicious each sip was. That is a 10 star drink. The hojicha itself had a nice medium body tea taste. Never have I had hojicha this flavorful and truly just tastes like tea before. The chocolate cream on top added such a nice touch and together they created a rich, creamy, and lightly sweetened drink that was super refreshing too. My friend also enjoyed her matcha einspanner which had the normal cream on it. Plus the halloween faces on the drinks were too cute :) read more

DAMO - Hojicha Einspanner, Matcha Einspanner, Mugwort Waffles + cream, Dagwa Sampler - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Staff was super nice, cute atmosphere and YUMMYY DRINKSS i got the matcha grapefruit tonic and i was worried how it might taste but it did not disappoint!! read more

DAMO - Matcha Grapefruit tonic - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Cute little cafe with a few spots to sit inside. Potentially good for working/studying, although I don't remember if there were outlets available. Ordered a matcha latte. The matcha flavor was not too strong, although it also wasn't sweet. For me it was just lacking the nutty flavor that I usually enjoy with matcha; however someone else may prefer theirs this way. I would recommend to try at least once. It is on the pricey side, but that's LA. It was $7.25 with the oat milk sub ($6.50 without). Service was quick and it's in a plaza with other establishments/restaurants so there is ample parking spaces available. read more

DAMO - Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My husband and I were in LA for a Reformation warehouse sale, but decided to skip it due to overcrowding. Instead, we met up with a friend who lives in LA and headed to Damo in Koreatown. Upon arriving, we noticed how compact and crowded the place was. The parking lot was very narrow and it was difficult to find a spot, but it turned out most of the crowd was there for Damo. We got in line and my friend and I ordered the Matcha Einspanner, while my husband opted for the Hojicha Einspanner. Unfortunately, there was a glitch with the machine and our order wasn't processed, so we had to remind the workers and verify with the cashier. While waiting, we observed the surroundings. The store was quite compact with everything feeling a bit squished in. There was a bench for the bar area on the left side and chairs for a high table immediately on the other side. On the right, there were small tables and chairs, but people had to slouch to sit comfortably as the tables were quite low. After 15 minutes, we finally got our drinks. My husband was pleasantly surprised by the Hojicha Einspanner and declared it his favorite. He particularly loved the special hojicha cream topping. My friend and I enjoyed the Matcha Einspanner and thought it was delicious, though a bit pricey at $9.50 per drink due to milk alternatives. Overall, it was a pretty good experience and we would recommend it despite the tight space and minor hiccup with our order. read more

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There's a small parking lot for an entire plaza so there is a good amount of parking but also not. The place is very minimalist and nice but not super spacious so keep that in mind. I got the Hojicha Einspener (Einspanner?) with half sweetness. My first sip was heavenly. I love the flavor and you can tell it is good quality tea. However, once I mixed in the cream, it was WAY too sweet even with half sweetness. I think next time I'll just go for the regular Hojicha Latte. This is definitely a place I'd visit again. read more

DAMO - Hojicha Einspener - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Def one of the better matcha and hojicha lattes/ einspanners I've tried so far in LA! Long lines but the drinks come out reasonably fast once you place your order. I also got their einspanner latte and it was good as well. My friends enjoyed their strawberry matcha latte, and a chocolate cream matcha too. Parking is baaaad in this plaza though. Come if you have time and are nearby. Chic interior, nice aesthetic, and lots of drink makers working nonstop! read more

Damo is one of the top 3 matcha spots in the LA area. If you're a matcha lover (a real one, not a TikToker), then you'll appreciate the higher grade matcha. They whisk right in front of you so you know you're getting the real thing and not something out of a pre-mixed bottle. There's usually a bit of a line but it moves quickly and the drinks come out fast. Tips: Parking - lot that can get full quickly, street parking Ambiance - tight space, a few tables and small bar for you to sit and hangout or get some work done Staff - friendly but there to make you an incredible drink so they aren't super chatty, which is fine by me because I'm there for matcha...not to make friends lol read more

DAMO is a cute & aesthetic tea/coffee shop tucked away in a plaza in ktown! This place is a great place to study, although you'll need some luck finding a seat. The parking lot can fill up considerably quickly, so bear that in mind! Their prices are a bit on the pricier side -- $7-$8 for a latte. I ordered the Hojicha & Matcha Einspanner, which were both delicious but the Hojicha is definitely a must try! Very aromatic & blends perfectly with the cream top. As for the matcha, while it was tasty, it was lacking the matcha "taste". While this place offered quality drinks, I wouldn't personally make the drive for it again from OC. (´･-･`) read more

DAMO - Hojicha Einspanner - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This is a cute Korean cafe in K-town specializing in their Einspanner drinks. They have a shared parking lot with free parking which is nice. I tried their matcha Einspanner, strawberry Einspänner, and the signature "da-gwa" - Matcha Einspanner 4.5/5: I liked the rich taste of matcha and also liked that the cream wasn't too sweet. The drink was creamy and made a solid matcha latte. - Strawberry Einspanner 4/5: this tasted just like strawberry milk. It comes with a strawberry jam that gave it a strong flavor. - Signature "Da-gwa" 3.5/5: these are the assorted Korean traditional snacks which includes cut pieces of a traditional rice cake, Dried persimmon with walnut and cream cheese, a traditional honey biscuit "Yak-gwa" and freeze dried dates. It came with a side of dipping cream and I liked the persimmon and dates most. Overall a solid spot for Einspanner lattes with quality ingredients. I would come back to try their popular Hojicha Einspanner as well as their pastries next time. read more

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Very good matcha einspenner. Texture and flavor were well incorporated. damp damo damo d

In a town full of coffee shops DAMO has been my constant. I love the clean, modern atmosphere and their hojicha einspanner. They also offer seasonal drinks, but I always gravitate towards the einspanners since they do it so well. It's always busy on the weekends but it is worth the wait! They share a parking lot or there's street parking. read more

After lunch with some friends, they suggested coming here for a little afternoon pick me up for the food coma. I've always been a die hard fan for hojicha, so when I saw that on the menu - I knew I had to get it. Not a big fan of sweet drinks so I decreased the sweetener (1.5 pumps of agave to 0.5). The flavor was great, but omg - more than 2/3 of my cup was ice !!! So sad by how little drink was actually there. Would've definitely gave it higher rating but I feel like I got sooooo scammed for a drink that was kinda costly :( Others in my party got the Strawberry and Forest drinks, they both liked those (and didn't get jipped with ice). Lastly, the Damo latte - eh, nothing special, just coffee. read more

Definitely on my list of matcha stops. I love this place and worth the line that you see! I love all the matcha drinks there especially with the cream top. Not too sweet, not too milky, and filled just perfectly. I will gladly be coming again. read more

The coffeee was a little too sweet and the matcha was watery. Nothing too impressive and can get better drinks elsewhere in ktown read more

DAMO - Chestnut latte and strawberry matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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My wife and I were in Koreatown for her facial. Her favorite spot for coffee is Da Mo. I decided to try their oolong tea to compare how it matches to my oolong teas at home. I ordered hot Wuyi Oolong tea. Da Mo brew their teas at certain temperatures. I got my and waited 5 minutes till it was cool enough to drink. The tea was smooth with no bitter aftertaste. The flavor of the Oolong was flat. I like my tea light. This was too light. It wasn't steep enough. At $6.00 for a small cup, it's not worth it. DJ's rating: 2.15/5.00 Would I come back? No. read more

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I'm so glad to have tried this tea shop! We tried their matcha latte and their mugwort waffles. And let me tell you... the mugwort waffles is a must!! So so good! It's like a mochi waffle. Their matcha was very tasty as well. read more

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I visited Damo on a Saturday morning. While parking wasn't an issue for us, the limited spaces could pose a challenge during peak times. Despite a longish line, the wait time was manageable--5-10 minutes to order and another 5 minutes to receive our drinks. The store itself has a clean, sterile aesthetic but was very busy and crowded and felt stuffy because of poor ventilation. My group ordered five drinks in total. Chocolate Forest Quite pretty with cocoa and matcha powder sprinkled on top. However, the chocolate and matcha flavors clashed, and the matcha itself wasn't strong enough. Hojicha Einspener The Hojicha itself was disappointingly bland and weak, but the crema on top was delicious and very earthy although a tad too sweet. Cold Brew Vanilla Einspener Surprisingly acidic for a cold brew. The vanilla-infused cream helped balance it somewhat, but the acidity stood out too much even when mixing. You can definitely taste the vanilla and is also sweeter than the other creams which is definitly needed. Matcha Einspener Matcha was also not too strong on this one but Ive always prefered a very strong matcha flavor and it doesnt help that when drunk together, the crema definitly overpowered the matcha flavor itself too. The overall sweetness was good but would not recommend. Latte Einspener This was the best of the bunch. The crema was less sweet than the vanilla bean version and complemented the coffee well. It added a good sweetness and rounded out the flavors nicely. The coffee was still strong enough but the milk help to keep the drink from being too acidic or bitter. I would recommend this if you come here. Final Thoughts: Damo doesn't live up to the hype. The drinks are overpriced for what you get, and the flavors don't justify the cost. Combined with the crowded environment and lack of standout options, I wouldn't recommend a visit or plan to return. read more

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I got a matcha einspener and honestly it was amazing. Honestly, I will 100% come back for a matcha and even try there other drinks. The service is amazing, they are really passionate about making their customers happy. The place does get full really quick since is a small business but the line moves quickly. Downside is the sometimes the parking lot does get full since there's other businesses sharing the parking lot read more

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Absolutely unreal. If you're a match lover, you HAVE to stop here. The line moves quickly so don't be intimidated by that. I got the strawberry matcha and my dining companion got the scarlet tea. Both were very good. The matcha is hands down the richest, highest quality matcha I've ever had. read more

DAMO - Iced Scarlet tea and Strawberry Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place isnt just incredible for the amazing vibes, but their coffee is unmatched and their Matcha is probably the best I've had in the states. The interior is a millennials dream. While the aesthetic is very west coast, the service and efficiency definitely scream east coast and I truly appreciate that. I usually come on weekends and there is always a line but i never wait more than 20-30 minutes to get through. My jindo loves all the amazing smells in here and they always give him a treat which he appreciates. The staff is both friendly but stern and efficient; I absolutely adore this place. read more

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the matcha was so good :O !!! it isn't too sweet, but the strawberry blends well and helps balance the astringency of the matcha taste! the cream top is a nice touch and it isn't heavy! read more

DAMO - strawberry matcha + cream top (oat milk) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I visited on a Friday morning to quickly pick up some snacks and coffees for friends. The einspener here is really tasty and I also tried the yuzu espresso tonic which was tart but delicious. I've also ordered the Korean snack sampler which was super unique and fun to try with a group. The staff were polite and quickly took my order and made my drinks. The cafe is a little small but clean and aesthetically pleasing. It wouldn't be a top choice for studying or working from but they have a private parking lot which is great. Definitely worth trying! read more

i've seen so many long lines outside this coffee shop so i decided to stop by. i was surprised to see that were was no line when i went so safe to say i got lucky. i got the matcha einspener with whole milk and it did not disappoint! it was the perfect balance between sweet and the authentic matcha flavor. i think the price matches perfect for what you get. it was a clean shop with a peaceful vibe and staff were so kind. would definitely be coming back for that einspener! read more

DAMO - matcha einspener - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

By far my favorite café in Southern California. The teas were amazing, but be prepared for long queues. The café is quite small, tucked into a tiny strip mall in K-Town. We visited twice and tried the mango cream matcha (which was a 10/10). The matcha was phenomenal, and the mango added a delightful twist. We also had the strawberry einspener, which was more like strawberry milk with cream and chunks of strawberry--both were delicious and tied for the best. The baristas were friendly, but finding a seat is definitely a challenge. Even with the wait, this café in the heart of Koreatown is well worth it and easily my favorite cafe that I have been to in a while. read more

Their matcha is always a 10/10 regardless of which matcha you get and I am a hard critic, the einspanner is absolutely delicious and if you don't want to wait for community goods just go here. The service is always really fast regardless of how busy it is. The inside is very aesthetically pleasing and it's a good place to study, unlike most places in LA there is a ton of FREE parking and you're not on a timed meter. read more

DAMO - Einspanner and Regular matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I tried their mango cream matcha and got the Signature DAGWA to share. Both items were quite pricey, but I think they're worth a try. The mango cream matcha was extremely thick and concentrated. It was honestly too concentrated and heavy for my taste. But if you're someone who likes a stronger, more concentrated drink I think you'll like it. The Signatue DAGWA, included several different sweets. While not every one might suite your taste there's a lot of variety and a great way to try different traditional Korean sweets. read more

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One of the best matcha lattes you can get: the matcha is extremely quality and the preparation from the workers was excellent.

So good! Quick service and baristas are super nice. The matcha itself was definitely one of the better ones I've had and I've tried a lot. We got the chocolate cream matcha as well as the einspanner. The chocolate cream was very rich but went surprisingly well with the matcha as a whole. Would recommend. The einspanner was also tasty but nothing super special. Overall very good! read more

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One of the best matcha spots in LA. I overheard someone ask the workers what matcha powder they use and they said "from korea" - so definitely a top secret high quality place~ I was luckily able to snag a bar seat by the front window to do work on my laptop, but seating and parking can be tricky after noon. read more

DAMO - Matcha einspanner - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

DAMO is definitely very aesthetic, but I'm just personally not a huge fan of the drinks I've tried so far. It's a spot that I'd definitely come with friends to get a pretty looking drink though~ the service is good and quick. There's usually always a good amount of people sitting inside and doing work though, so it might be difficult to get a table if you go at a busy time! read more

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I saw DAMO everywhere on social media and I knew I had to visit this spot as a matcha and hojicha lover. This is my first time trying einspänners. The parking is tight and there isn't a lot of seating available inside. I was lucky to find a parking spot in front of the cafe since it was a weekday. -- Matcha Einspänner [5/5]: The cream top is so good and the matcha flavor is strong and earthy. It is rich and creamy but not overwhelming. -- Hojicha Einspänner [4/5]: The hojicha flavor was not as strong as I anticipated. I enjoyed the matcha einspänner more than the hojicha einspänner. I will come back for the matcha einspänner if I'm around the area. I would like to try the chocolate forest einspänner the next time I come by. read more

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This place is super busy! But I have to say the matcha was very tasty. Good quality matcha, and I enjoyed it thoroughly. It was refreshing on a pretty hot day! My I tried my friend's seasonal coconut beverage as well and it was also refreshing and unique. I would say if it is busy, it is hard to find seats here and this is a pretty busy plaza so I would say to pick up drinks and go find somewhere else to sit! It might be less busy if you aren't like me and go on a Saturday afternoon. I do like the all white interior and the little decor. The place has a clean aesthetic. read more

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Koreatown LA cafe with that korean cafe aesthetic. Minimal aesthetic and they carry beans from AUS (the little marionette). Ordering was easy and drinks came fast. Seats opened up one a Sunday early afternoon. The hojicha einspener (cream top) was decent but a bit sweet for my liking. The espresso tonic with yuzu didn't really taste fresh yuzu to me, then I saw their monin syrups. Monin's not bad by any means (I use them at home), but if they're charging a premium for it, I'd love that homemade yuzu syrup (I could totally be wrong but that's what I'm speculatinf). Overall good place for your coffee fix! read more

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I'm a sucker for cloud foam on my lattes and DAMO has really good cloud foam. I got the iced latte with oatmilk and white top and it was delicious!! Not too sweet at all. Also got the hojicha tea latte which is a green tea with white top. And it was REALLY good as well! read more

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The hojicha einspanner is a must-get! This store has been quite popular because of TikTok, but it is honestly pretty well deserved. The parking situation can be tricky here, either pretty empty or pretty full (depending on the lunch wave since it is a shared plaza with other restaurants?). Ordering was really quick, loved the customer service here! The seating is a bit tight for a popular coffee/tea shop, and it is pretty noisy in here. It didn't take too long for our drinks to be ready. First trying off the einspanner, the cream top was really really thick! I really liked the cream since it tasted so smooth and very flavorful. I mainly had more of the cream itself but wasn't sure if I was suppose to mix the rest so I did in case lol. Despite the thickness of the cream, the hojicha tea was very very light. It was a great balance and between the two and it also feels very cleansing. The cups do feel like it is smaller than standard, maybe because the top is wider than the bottom so it narrows down? But it feels like it's a smaller drink than most places. read more

DAMO - Hojicha einspanner - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Its interior is minimalist but it's such a nice hangout spot me and the girls played sequence and chatted and ordered 3 iced matcha einspanners and 1 hot matcha and they were phenomenal (I dropped mine though ) regardless one of the best matcha spots in LA no doubt and the staff is the sweetest and super helpful. read more

DAMO - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Strawberry Einspener * strawberry milk with jam that did not taste artificial and was on the sweeter side * cream top was thick Mango Cream Matcha * matcha was concentrated * would have preferred more drink than toppings * drink is on heavier side Yuzu Espresso Tonic * strong and acidic carbonated coffee with a sour kick from yuzu * not too sweet Hojicha Einspener * favorite drink ordered * very aromatic and smooth * was not overly sweet * had the lightest cream out of all the drinks ordered * aesthetic presentation * crowded interior with limited seating * lively atmosphere is more ideal for hangouts then studying * menu items were on the pricier side but the quality and taste definitely stood out 9.5/10 read more

DAMO - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California