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    El Moro

    3.7 (214 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Stephanie M.

    Craving churros? This is your spot! I was extremely excited when I found out that there is a churreria El Moro here in Los Angeles. I visited their original location in Mexico City a few years ago and had the best churros and hot chocolate, so we are so fortunate to have one here in LA. We stopped by after a game late at night around 11pm, so the line was very short and we didn't have to wait too long. They have menus on two large TVs, however, I do recommend that they only show the menu. When we visited, the menu screen kept changing to other ads and pictures, and it was hard to keep track of the menu items because the screen would change every few seconds. We opted for 4 churros, which was plenty. Keep in mind that these churros are long, so honestly one or two per person is perfect, unless you want to indulge. We also accompanied our churros with a Mexican hot chocolate, which was divine! They offer other delicious goodies, so we will be back to try more. Parking can be tricky to find, especially when the place is busy during the day. Your best option will be street parking nearby.

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    Ashley P.

    Loved the churros and easy parking at the right time but they said they were out of the iced chocolates, but had milkshakes available so that was a disappointment. I love that the employees are dressed in dodgers gear on game day. 4 churros with one dipping sauce and a regular milkshake was about $20

    Abigail U.

    The churros were good, nothing too special to differentiate from other churros I've had. Tortas were decent and the agua frescas as well. Parking is limited.

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    Leonard K.

    It's really cool that you can come here, order some churros and watch them make it. Not only is it fun to watch them make it, they taste great too. There's a lot of cinnamon and sugar on these and they are just fried up perfectly. In addition to that, you can get sauces like condensed milk and a caramel to go with them. I thought these were some of the best churros I've had and felt they did a really good job with this place. The ambiance is really cool because you get to see all this art around the parking lot and inside the building, and it has a neat patio as well. The service is quick at the counter and I think this is a pretty good spot to get churros at.

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    Priscila F.

    We stopped by for during Father's Day before the Dodger game, and they weren't any parking attendants like what we experienced the first time we stopped by. We were lucky that we snagged the last spot. We walked in and the delicious churro smell was amazing. This time we ordered half of the blue Dodgers churros and the other half regular cinnamon sugar. Super fresh and crunchy, can't wait to be back.

    Garen A.

    Simple but really good! I've had this place in Mexico city and was super excited to see them build a location in LA. Menu is small, but I prefer that in this instance. The churros are vegan and made fresh when you order the. Aside from the classic churros you can also get churro bites and an ice cream sandwich version. You can also add various dips! They have drinks too but I stuck to water. We ordered a 12 pack of churros for $30ish dollars. And we also got chocolate and caramel dips. The churros were hot, light and crispy. I could have eaten soooooo many! The dips were good too, definitely added sweetness to it! Overall I would recommend trying them out! Stay Cheerful!

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    Kelly K.

    Who doesn't love fried dough rolled in sugar? Better yet, fried to order, served piping hot, with a bevy of hot and cold drink options. El Moro serves up delicious, fresh, churro at a great price point. I ordered the morita (bite sized pieces) and was shocked at how much they packed into the little container. I also ordered a hot chocolate with vanilla. Both were served piping hot. Just the way I like it. Burned my tongue and mouth eating a few pieces in the car and washing it down with creamy hot chocolate but so worth it! Service was friendly and the cashier helped me pick the right drink. It was entertaining to watch the churros being fried while I waited for my order. Parking just outside in the adjacent lot was ample. But I can see it getting packed during a rush hour. I'm so happy that I finally visited El Moro! And, I'll definitely be back! LOCATION: 4/5 FOOD: 4/5 SERVICE: 5/5 VALUE: 4/5 AMBIANCE: 5/5 PET FRIENDLY: yes outside patio CLEANLINESS: 5/5 PARKING: 5/5

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    Betancourt E.

    It's good, it's clean inside and the service was fine, the churros are tasty. The price of the churros was a little on the high side but hey it's a clean place and you get a quality product . You won't get sick coming here .

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    Maansi S.

    When walking by, the line was not too long so decided to try. I ordered a churro and chocolate sauce. The food was soooo delish. It was so cozy and warm! Plus they had live music which really elevated the experience. Will definitely try to catch their live music again another Saturday and try more of their dipping flavors.

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    Eunice N.

    I've never really gotten churros at a place dedicated to it, so this was a new experience for me! There was decent parking in the lots and nearby street. The place was very lively and packed late at night. We somehow snagged an inside table, but outside would've been just as great. We ordered a few churros to share, and a few of the dips. My personal favorite was the condensed milk, but we also tried the chocolate and guava. The churros were warm and very fresh! I enjoyed the crispiness to them. The mango milkshake was interesting. Not sure if I'd get that one again, along with my other friends sharing the same opinion, but the churros were definitely where it was at! Will be back :)

    Nicole C.

    Went on a Friday morning and had one of the most savory carne asada torta paired with a latte. The dining area was very clean along with restrooms. The food was amazing, and the overall atmosphere was welcoming. The only downside was the drinks. I originally ordered the Café de Olla, but it contained sage, which completely threw off the flavor for me. Both my friend and I couldn't finish ours and ended up asking to exchange them. Thankfully, the staff was very accommodating. I do hope they revisit the recipe, though. To me, it tasted like a Mexican version of "crack coffee"--very strong, similar to Vietnamese coffee, but without much sweetness or spice, and with sage added to the mix. Aside from that, they had blue churros for Dodgers fans as well as regular churros, which was a fun touch. This is definitely a cool spot to grab coffee before a game or after a hike. The food alone is worth coming back for, and I'll definitely be returning!

    Elizabeth L.

    I was so excited to try this place after I heard it had opened but I was honestly pretty disappointed. We went on a weekday more toward closing in the evening and waited maybe about 10 minutes in line. Ordered the 4 churros + 1 dip + 1 hot chocolate combo with the cajeta dip. The churros were the most disappointing thing. You could tell they were a little overcooked and not fresh- not hot and way too hard. I'm not sure if we just came at the wrong time and that's why they weren't fresh but I can get bags of fresh churros on the streets in Mexico for $2 or less that are fresher than this. They have little tables to hang out and eat inside and outside and if I was in the area again and had a churro craving I might stop by, but wouldn't recommend.

    Dinah G.

    The moro of the story is that these churros rock! I saw that El Moro opened a full store in Echo Park and was super excited to pass by on my way home. I love anything bite sized, so I went for the Moritos--perfect for sharing or for eating a bit at a time. I prefer these than getting one giant churro you have to bite off. They come in the cutest takeout box too! Flavor wise, I think they were great. Texture wise, kinda wish they were a little more chewy (maybe not as hard fried), but just my preference. The cinnamon and sugar could have also stuck to the churro better but nonetheless these were a delight. HIGHLY recommend getting a dip for these bad boys. I went for the chocolate hazelnut and it was GREAT. I kept the dip in the fridge overnight and it's even BETTER cold (makes the dip a little more viscous/less runny). Popped my leftover churros in the air fryer and they were just as good as the first day! Would love to come back to try their other dips or their savory items. Ok to the logistics, store is beautiful! Lovely bright white interior with blue accents. Plenty of seating both inside the restaurant and on their patio. No notes there. However, the parking situation is tough stuff. Their lot holds maybe 5-6 cars max and it's a squeeeze. Otherwise, you have to find street parking, which, at night, is hard and perhaps a little sketchy. I just happened to arrive as someone in the lot was leaving. But the plenty of people did make the experience feel a bit safer. Overall, El Moro is churro-ly one of the best in the game!!

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    They need at least two cashiers open. The lady at the cash register was super slow and the line didn't not really move !!!

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    Very overrated, churros tasted like oil and basic. You're better off buying churros off the street vendors.

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    6 months ago

    My favorite churros in CDMX, finally in LA. The place is so beautiful!! Great location and the best hot chocolate.

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    4 months ago

    best. fucking. churro. I've ever had. and they gave me a free item. hugeeee fan!!! worth waiting in line.

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    Oakobing

    4.4
    (2.5k reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$
    Casual dining
    Pet friendly

    Yes yes yes! I think I found my new favorite dessert spot for the summer! These Korean shaved ice…read moreare where it's at! They are perfectly light, and sweet and packed with flavor! You don't feel like you're eating shaved ice! You feel like you're eating a fluffy cloud! When you walk in, you are greeted by kiosks where you place your order. You don't have much interaction with the staff other than than they calling out your number when your order is ready Only downside is they were playing music way too loud! The store itself had maybe 1-2 other parties inside... but the music was too loud we practically had to yell at each other to MAYBE hear the person right next to us. I definitely was not a fan of that vibe. The dessert itself though was phenomenal

    Sooo good and portions are huge. My boyfriend and i made the mistake of getting one small and one…read morelarge--DO NOT BE FOOLED, a large is MORE than enough for two people lol The only thing that kinda sucks is that for both the small and the large, they each get the same amount of sweetened milk to pour over the top. I feel like the large should get a bigger portion but idk maybe that's just me. It also sucks because if you want more of the milk topping you have to pay extra, sooo :/ Otherwise, I loved it and I'll definitely be back to try the other flavors!

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    Mango bingsu, strawberry bingsu
    Mango bingsu, strawberry bingsu
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    Kanomwaan Thai Gelato and Dessert Cafe

    4.7
    (406 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    Delighted to have sweet treats from this cute cafe! The…read morehighlight was definitely the mango sticky rice shaved ice. It was an over the top but also very well balanced dessert! IT WASN'T TOO SWEET!! I loved how it had all the aspects of a mango sticky rice which really completed the dish. I wasnt sure if the rice was supposed to go in but I just went for it and had additional texture to the shaved ice. The mango was a perfect sweetness with the slightest tartness. The panda brick toast was also good but the mango sticky rice just took over!

    Delicious! I wish they were closer to me but it makes it an even more special treat whenever I get…read morethe chance to have some. Service was quick despite being in a busy area. I've only ordered to-go through someone, so I can't speak for ambiance but it's an extremely busy lot, so if you live near & want to enjoy in the comfort of your own home, it may be best to plan ahead, bring ice box, take multiple ppl so one can order/pick up & other can stay in the car if there's no parking. We've tried the mango stinky rice sundae (must order), Thai tea lemonade- basically cha manaow (can skip), mango sticky rice drink (pretty good if you're looking for drink version of the sundae but can be off putting texture to some), Thai tea shaved ice (melted so fast so wasn't very enjoyable), pandan toast (a lil dry but good w gelato), & gelatos: mango (good staple), coconut milk butterfly pea (yummy/creamy perfect w mango sorbet), jasmine matcha (good choice), pandan milk (strong flavor creamy yummy), earl grey Thai tea (top 3), hojicha crunch (#1), & Thai tea coffee (eh ok just coffee). All the gelatos were shining stars it just depends on preference; very thick, flavorful, & creamy. I've tried 3x in the past 2 months but will be back for more~

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    Thai Tea Toast
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    Mango sticky rice
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    Cafe Upper

    4.2
    (462 reviews)
    2.8 mi
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    Cafe Upper I had tried with a friend who told me she would go 30 minutes OUT OF HER WAY just to get…read morea matcha from this place, and boy it was worth it. I loved how rich, creamy, and balanced the matcha einspanner tasted. I would defiinitely come back to try other flavors too! The place is pretty spacious and is decorated with metal tables which offer that underground feel, which I enjoy also! Service was quick and the menu was simple and easy to read! Thanks Cafe Upper!

    This place gets packed and is hidden gem. Okay, well not so hidden, but it is good. We trecked over…read morehere after watching a Kelsea Ballerini at Crypto Arena and have come back several times after watching WNBA games. Parking is in the back and is ADA accessible. They have chairs and tables for you to hang out and eat/drink what you purchased. There's also just benches if you wanna lounge. I've seen people here working on their laptop and groups of people around one table so the vibe is chill and friendly. It also depends on what time of day you come. Weekends usually get packed. As for the drinks and food. What we've had here has always been good. Best to eat their Croffle and baked goods there. Although Matcha is not for my liking, I'm more for their Taro Drink. B says the Matcha here is one of the better ones she's had. I have to agree even their Matcha Ice Cream is good. We get is the Matcha Croffle + Ice Cream, Matcha Einspanner, Taro Einspanner, and their cakes. Only thing I knocked down a star is because Not all the workers know the answers to your questions of what is in what food item or if you can substitute the milks. So that's something Cafe Upper should train all staff. Especially if people have food allergies.

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    Indoor seating area
    Indoor seating area
    Lotus Biscoff Croffle
    Lotus Biscoff Croffle
    Strawberry Milk, Buttercream Latte, Matcha Einspanner, and the Pistachio Latte.

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    Strawberry Milk, Buttercream Latte, Matcha Einspanner, and the Pistachio Latte.
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    MEMORYLOOK

    4.1
    (1.4k reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    We were looking for a place with good iced coffee and enough room to spread out and get some work…read moredone. Yelp led us to MEMORYLOOK in K-Town, and it ended up being exactly what we wanted. The pictures don't lie. It's got that clean, modern coffee shop aesthetic, but a few quirky touches keep it from feeling like every other minimalist café. There's a photo booth in the back (which I assume explains the name) and a display of sunglasses that I never quite figured out. Also, no bathroom code. Always appreciated. Neither of us usually orders einspanners, but my wife got the vanilla and I ordered the mocha, both iced with oat milk. They were excellent. Creamy and rich and the coffee underneath was tasty even before mixing in the cream. The pastries looked beautiful and artful, although I was hoping for something simple like an almond croissant. The vibe outside on the patio was great. Lots of people working on laptops, plenty of room to settle in, and it felt more like a co-working space than a typical coffee shop. It's also super dog-friendly, has ample parking in its own lot and we even found easy street parking out front. Everything about this place just worked. We'll gladly make the 25-minute drive again.

    The matcha and hojicha are flowing here at Memorylook. The vibes are definitely 4th wave and they…read morecrank out their drinks. I've been here when its busy and when its dead and my drinks have been quite consistent. Huge outdoor area for working on your laptop or to hang out and chat. Treat yourself with an Iced Hojicha or Matcha Einspanner.

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    Strawberry cream puff
    Matcha Einspanner
    Matcha Einspanner
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    Cafe Dulce

    Cafe Dulce

    4.2
    (2.7k reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    Cafe Dulce is in the Japanese Village Plaza in Little Tokyo. They have a pretty wide range of…read morethings on their menu, including baked goods, coffee drinks, matcha drinks and food. I'm from the Bay Area but I've been to Cafe Dulce several times. My wife and I really like their Hong Kong Tea Latte and their Matcha drink, as well as their various donuts and baked goods. In the morning rush they can be a little busy but the staff work hard. On a recent visit I saw people eating their steak breakfast burritos, so I ordered one for myself and a coworker. The burritos were reasonable size, the steak was seasoned well, and the breakfast burrito had potatoes in it (I only like breakfast burritos that have potatoes/hash browns/tots in it). Keep supporting the classics, not just because they've been around for a while, but because they have strong products and service.

    I've passed by this place so many times but haven't tried it out until recently! I really do like…read morethe pastries. So much variety here so there's definitely something for everyone. Mochi Twist ($5)-- Nice and dense mochi texture? I guess it's hard to describe but it's not hollow and airy like a typical donut. There's some chew to it. And it's not too sweet! Blueberry Roti ($4)-- Flaky crumble on top and blueberry jam?? YES YESSSS. I liked this so much I'd definitely go back for it. Blueberry jam is so underrated and it's rare to find it in a pastry! Makes for a good sweet lil treat. Hot latte ($5)-- Perfect!! No complaints. Not too milky, not too light. Good ratio. I was actually kind of worried ordering a latte because not every place does it right but it's good here! Iced blueberry matcha ($6?)-- I see lots of good things about this drink on here but ooooooof... it missed the mark and by a LOOOT too. It was green sweet cereal milk. Where's the matcha? Where's the blueberry? It was so confusing because I see the green and I know I ordered matcha... but it's just sweet milk! And it's not even blueberry flavored milk. Did they forget the blueberry jam? Syrup? Whatever they use? Because it just tastes like the milk after a bowl of Frosted Flakes or something like that. Very sad, very disappointing. Ended up tossing after a couple sips. ANDDD for those matcha purists this is NOOOT the place for you! They have it pre mixed in a milk gallon. So we just saw green milk coming out of a gallon into this cup like yeppppp ok expectations immediately lowered. Anyways, hot latte is good and the 2 pastries I got were good! Steer clear of the matcha!!!

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    Small case with a lot of flavor
    Various Milk Cream Donuts
    Various Milk Cream Donuts
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    Levain Bakery

    Levain Bakery

    4.1
    (864 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    Great vibes and friendly people. As far as actual cookies go, I got the Walnut Chocolate Chip and…read moreRocky Road. I know Levain pioneered undercooked cookies. Personally, I don't like that style, I was hoping the original would change that for me! Long story short, I didn't like the Walnut Chocolate Chip. I personally just don't like that style still, so I'll chalk it up as a "me" problem. The cooked part was good. The Rocky Road was cooked through. It was an amazing baked good with good flavor and add-ins. Between the roasted almond slices and fudgey chocolate chips, I was enjoying it immensely. A highlight of my day for sure. If you love underbaked cookies, Levain is your cookie shop! I don't and they had something for me too!

    The Venice outlet used to be my go-to, but since I moved the Larchmont one was more accessible…read more Parking's always tricky and might require bit of extra walk when not available. It's relatively busy but the line moved swiftly. The Larchmont store was pretty lively with the crowded and colorful wall deco! It's pretty fun to see that they came up with more seasonal items lately and most of them nailed it well when they came to cookies. Previously the lemon one and the most recent was the Raspberry Pistachio which I was impressed by as I just fancied sweet and refreshing combo of white chocolate and raspberry. The pistachio added more texture to it for sure. Same as any Levain cookies, best enjoyed warm and fresh out of oven. The Cookie Milk Latte was actually the main reason bringing me here, yet I was bit let down by it as I was expecting more malty cookie flavor in the drink. I felt it tasted not much different to regular cream top latte with some cookie crumbles in it.

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    Oatmeal Raisin Cookie and Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie
    Oatmeal Raisin Cookie and Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie
    Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie
    Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie
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    Tu Cha

    Tu Cha

    3.5
    (449 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$$

    Beautifully crafted desserts Came today for their special…read moreplushie combos -- buy the dessert and get the matching plushie or charm Items are almost too pretty to eat But what a unique experience It's so light and fresh A little dream

    Incredibly expensive for the lack of proper technique. I think perhaps the wave of social media…read morehype may have temporarily overwhelmed the team, or maybe the new hires weren't trained long enough to put out consistent work. They seemed kind of confused. My Man Go: 2/10. A trompe l'œil pastry designed to look like a mango, filled with fresh mango, mango mousse, and sitting atop a hazelnut praline cookie. For starters, the chocolate shell was soft and lacked the crispness of properly tempered chocolate. Either that, or it had started melting due to improper temperature regulation in the case. The fresh mango was overripe and had no texture; the mousse was similarly made of overripe mango and was room temperature. The praline was not made properly, and had zero structure. I don't really understand how all of these things can be true when it appears as though the pastries are sitting in a refrigerated case. What a waste of mango. Interior was standard, no decorations. TVs playing Tik Tok reviews. Tables were all dirty, probably because of the lack of structural integrity of the pastries.

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    Caramel & brownie, super rich and slightly savory from the caramel
    Caramel & brownie, super rich and slightly savory from the caramel
    Inside Tu Cha
    Inside Tu Cha
    Dubai cookie melt

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