=== Charming, friendly, great coffee, decent pastry === ++ SUPER cute environment inside. Not too big, not too small. Students studying inside, some non-students just hanging out. + Love that they stay open relatively late. Boba shops? Plenty. Cafes? Not so much. + Woman behind the counter seemed like a student. It was 20 minutes to closing. She could have copped an attitude but didn't. Helped me out with pastries and a mocha. Appreciated her being nice. ++ Mocha was awesome. Perfect for walking back to UCLA at 9:30 pm. + Cranberry biscotti was decent. Didn't quite have the snap that I'm used to but I'm also not a biscotti expert. - Only negative was the apple strudel. It definitely had that "cheap apple filling" taste to it. That was unfortunate. On a night of many eats, even yours (cheap-ass) truly left that one un-demolished. But everything else was so good, had to give them 5 stars. They earn it on interior cuteness alone. read more

A small and quick French inspired bistro in Westwood. It's not a full service restaurant, you order at the counter, they give you a number, and then they bring the food to your table. Inside is not very large and the tables are pretty close together, so it would not be suited for large groups. Service was very fast so if you were in a rush, this is the sort of place to stop, but also many were sitting in and working so you don't have to rush out if you don't want to. The server behind the counter was polite and everything that we ordered came out fairly fast. Parking in this area can be a bit of a pain. The best option will be metered street parking or one of the plots. For this visit, I chose the Croque Monsieur and enjoyed it. I opted for the turkey instead of the ham and thought it was a nice change. I would like them to use more beschemel sauce and toasted the meat or bread a bit more but still, it was enjoyable. I would suggest adding avocado as well. Overall, a quick inconvenient option in Westwood. read more

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I needed to park myself in this area for a little bit and needed a spot to work so I ventured here to give it a try. The inside is gorgeous in an old fashioned kind of way. Sure, this place could use a face-lift but what you see is what this place was awhile back. I like that it sits on the corner and its quite spacious inside, so you will find students parked in here doing work. There are tables with outlets, but you def need to keep your eyes open. I like that there was some space to sprawl out here. I enjoyed coming here but would have to say the ube latte with banana foam was probably one of the worst things I have had in a long time. Id come back here but I would pass on that drink and find something else. The Turkish coffee might be the trick here. read more

Over the years, I've hit up a lot of eateries in the Westwood area, but I never got around to visiting this spot until very recently. What finally compelled me to try this place out was that it didn't look all that busy inside when I walked by the establishment one morning around 10:00am. I didn't try a lot of things from their menu. Just their Bacon and Egg Sandwich and Croissant. The sandwich was good, but I could have done without the salsa like tomato relish inside the sandwich. The croissant was nice and buttery. I enjoyed it a lot. As for the service, it was solid. It's one of those restaurants where you pay up front and they bring the food to you. I appreciated that the food came out very quickly. Not going to say this place blew me away, but I think it's worth giving it a try. read more

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I always try to say something nice. Very nice atmosphere and people. That said, they should feel embarrassed to call themselves a French café! I had been here once before and had good coffee and an OK sandwich. Was craving a decadent breakfast. Kind of had my heart set on quiche, but they don't serve quiche. OK, really? French café? So the next most decadent thing I saw was the Croque monsieur. You would think a French café would know that a Croque monsieur is topped with a beautiful thick and creamy Beschamel sauce and then browned under a broiler. This was a few slices of ham between overly thick slices of dry bread (No mayo. No mustard. No butter.) with some barely melted cheese on top. Believe me when I tell you, I am always rooting for the restaurant to be great. This was not, and they need to go back and take pride in what they're doing. read more

Service was fine, place was clean. The food and drink however? Testing the boundaries of edibility. Got an ube latte (which apparently has no coffee) and a "savory bun" that had mozzarella inside. Ube latte was purple powder and milk. I'd call it ube powder but frankly that would be too generous. As for the bun, maybe the first ever instance to memory I have witnessed an establishment fumble bread and cheese. Had I gotten it for free, the most pleasure I'd get from it was the knowledge I didn't spend money on it. But alas, I did. Owners/ managers of Elysee Bakery & Cafe, I beg you, reconsider your business strategy. Or at least terminate your lease. read more

First off, the atmosphere and vibe of the shop is cozy and warm. Reminds me of places I've been in Germany~ What I really had to praise is the food. I got a surprise bag from Too Good To Go, and was NOT dissapointed. The soup I got was a wonderful veggie soup with plenty of zucchini, carrot, and onion in a tomato based broth. It was warm, healthy, and made me think of something my mom would make. It came with a generous serving of bread that was perfect for dipping. And all this came with a bountiful dessert of the best raspberry cheesecake I've ever had and a trio of fruity cookies~ The pickup was easy as well and the people behind the counter seemed kind and chill :) read more

I went during what looked like ucla finals week because all of the seats were taken by students studying ha. I'm surprised the shops didn't kick some of these students out? I went hear to get ice cream and the price was fair and it hit the spot. It does remind me of those old timey diners. I didn't have diner food here so can't speak for the food but looks to be an old school establishment for Westwood read more

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Convenient parking especially lot 32 if you are UCLA affiliated. Love the cheese danish and cinnamon rolls. And of course the friendly staff. Been coming here for decades! read more

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The Elysee Bakery and Cafe has one of those names which entices people to checkout their business-- I'm one of them. This Sunday I decided to take a look at what this business has to offer. This Cafe and Bakery is probably more of a University student hangout than anything else as it is in the main corridor of the UCLA campus. As you can imagine there's a lot of cafe competition choices for the students in this location so I was expecting a lot more quality from this place. The inside the cafe has a ok feeling although it's a bit of an awkward location from an ordering standpoint as you're basically lining up on the street if there's 2 or 3 people in front of you. The seating capacity is pretty good with a mix of different types of French styled tables and chairs but decor wise the walls and general cleanliness looked old and in need of a deep clean. Once I got to the order counter (it was a bit of a struggle) I ordered a breakfast sandwich, a special omelette and a cafe latte. Upon completion I was given an order number and went to find a table. After 10 minutes or so I was wondering where my Latte was-- I didn't realize that they don't bring your latte to your table -- although they bring your food -- which was odd and very annoying especially as it was only warm when I picked it up. Food wise I'd have to report there's no love in place -- hugely disappointing both on taste and presentation-- I honestly thought I was eating boring bread with some sort of tasteless filling so they need to improve this. As for the omelette which I specifically ordered from their website-- I'd have to say it was pretty awful. Not did they mess up my order but it tasted like low grade eggs and ingredients were used. Needless to say I won't be making a return to this cafe for obvious reasons. read more

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Drinks and food are mid, pricey for how it tastes and the quality. However, the ambiance is great for studying and I appreciate how there are a lot of seats with outlets nearby, as well as it stays open late compared to other cafes. The only negative experience I've had was being told to leave by a staff member because there were other customers, but nobody else was asked and I was deep in studying. As it's located where it's predominantly UCLA students living around there, doesn't make sense to make a student leave? But that the only time that happened. Overall, reliable place to get work done. read more

Cute little cafe in Westwood. Have a nice breakfast and lunch selection. This is a popular study spot among UCLA students, so it can get crowded sometimes. The food is your typical cafe fare. Solid and reliable, nothing too fancy. But the coffee is really good, which is always a plus for me! Definitely want to try their crepes next time. read more

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I have been coming to Elysee Bakery & Cafe for decades because its such a quiet, relaxing place for coffee and conversation. The staff is always helpful. I have had their salads, sandwiches, pastries. Everything I have tasted has been wonderful. The food is quality and prices are affordable. I usually sit outside so I don't disturb the students all studying inside. It can get a little loud sometimes with the traffic, emergency vehicles passing by but that's only a brief interruption. I recommend this place if you want to have a quiet date or meet a friend. read more

Haven't tried the brunch food, but I love their huge selection of desserts. Many choices, from full size cakes to sliced cakes/personal sized pastries. The desserts have been consistently fresh each time I've gone. During one visit, the worker was extremely helpful, taking time to recommend different cakes and explain adjustments they could make to coffee drinks. They have indoor and outdoor seating, cute and quaint cafe vibes! read more

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Fabulous experience at this wonderful little French Cafe! Ordered the turkey sandwich with cranberry and it was excellent! We also got an omelette and again wonderful! Only wish I had room for one of their pastries because they looked amazing! Might have to go back tomorrow!!! read more

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The tiramisu at Elysee Bakery & Cafe was light and airy, with a balance of rich mascarpone cream and espresso-soaked cake. The cocoa dusting added bitterness to complement the dessert. Beautifully presented. read more

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Cute little place to have a cup of coffee and a few small treats. Outdoor seating have a very Parisian vibe to it. No fancy coffees here. But the regular latte coffee I had was good. The server was friendly and service was quick. read more

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My neighbor, mother, and I were heading home and craving a coffee and treat. We were parked on the side of a road and a woman carrying multiple boxes of desserts and a delicious-looking coffee walked by. She told us her treats were from Elysee up the block. We walked in and a girl greeted us immediately. She was very sweet and patient while we browsed. I ordered a mocha, a tiramisu, and fries. The fries were wonderful. They were shoe-string and had the perfect amount of crisp and softness. The tiramisu was decadent and not overly sweet. I'm also impressed with the chocolate used in the mocha. It was great. If I lived or worked nearby, I'd definitely make this my go-to coffee stop. The decoration is cute and it seems like a nice place for some peace. read more

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This is the perfect spot to study or work in Westwood! The cafe is spacious with indoor and outdoor seating. Highly recommend their breakfast/brunch options. They have something for everyone, from omelettes to savory crepes. If you're looking for lunch, they have various sandwich options, too. Many students come here to study as Elysee's hours are convenient for early birds and night owls; they are open from 7am to 10pm daily. They have all sorts of pastries, from cookies, to cake, to croissants that you can pair with your coffee or tea. Service is always fast and easy. I've been here numerous times and will continue to visit. read more

I work close by so we order pastries and cakes from here from time to time and they never disappoint! Only thing I will say is that they are a bit dry but still good for what it is and I'm always down to support a local business. Heard the coffee was good but never tried so it's next on my list! read more

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10/10 blueberry scone and perfect atmosphere for studying inside and outside. Good service and very clean. read more

Elysee Bakery & Cafe - Blueberry Scone - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Don't sit next to the windows. The exterior is rotting and the smell seeps through the window. It smells like rotting piss and cow manure. The wood has gone spongy. read more

Elysee Bakery & Cafe - It smells so bad... it actually makes me sick. I'm not coming back here - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great place for coffee and dessert. Can get busy and seating is a bit tight . Parking can be challenging but it's manageable. If you are stuck on the 405 and have some time to spare or would rather do something else besides just sit in traffic this is a great spot. Location is close to UCLA so expect a college crowd. read more

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Sandwiches, pastries, coffee and yummy lentil soup. The manager was so attentive and did everything to make our dinner a nice experience despite the fact that the place was full of inconsiderate people occupying tables with their computers and book bags interminably. My son and I had to sit at a little round table with two chairs and we saw at least three customers peek their heads in and walk out cuz it was so full. One inconsiderate schmuck even took two tables and four chairs with his crap, leaving it there while he went to another place to get food, only to return and take his place after eating and not getting anything at the place whose table he was occupying I feel so bad for this place, they gotta keep it open and are kind enough not to boot people, but I don't know how they can keep the place open like this. read more

A pretty basic, American brunch place. Not a lot of diverse menu options, but if you like an American breakfast this is your place. It has omelets, french toast, eggs, etc. I got the yogurt parfait and it came with a side of fruit. The parfait was decent and reasonably filling for breakfast. I think this establishment gains points due to its indoor amenities. For starters, it has a nice interior that is aesthetically pleasing. Second, it's a great study spot for UCLA students. There is free wifi and it's easy to spend hours there just sitting, looking out the big glass window, and having a leisurely morning. Overall, a pretty decent place, but the food isn't really my taste. I would probably only return if I wanted to get my work done at a cafe. read more

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My first time having a savory crepe and it did not disappoint. There was fresh mozzarella, pesto, tomato, and prosciutto, and it bursted with flavor--I loved it. The potatoes were also so crispy on the outside, the best I've ever had as a side. read more

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Great food great service really cool downtown LA vibe. Parking is t easy to find but it's worth it. read more

Elysee Bakery & Cafe - Sweet Nutella Sweet Crepe and the savory prosciutto Don Corleone Crepe BOTH delicious!! - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Well, the outside of this cafe is really cute and it's what drew me in. Unfortunately the customer service was pretty bad. The girl who took my order just had a bad attitude for no reason, I could tell from the get go she was just rude. When I asked for a milk substitute she said "this is not a Starbucks" because the drink I ordered apparently didn't have milk in it which I clearly didn't know. But that's fine, I can appreciate a good cup of coffee or espresso for its taste alone. Anyways, the macchiato I ordered in and of itself was fine. It wasn't the best I've had; it really didn't stand out in any way. Overall though, to me, customer service is a really big deal and I just felt very unwelcome there. I honestly wouldn't go back. read more

Stopped by for some cake! I came early morning around 8a and only "breakfast" type pastries like croissants and danishes were ready. I stopped by again around noon and all the goodies were out! Lots of options but I had a soft spot for strawberry cheesecake. Around $7 for the slice. It was packaged nicely in a box since I was going to eat it later with dinner. Good seating indoors and some outdoors seating available. read more

Elysee Bakery & Cafe - Strawberry cheesecake slice - Bakeries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great little bakery coffee shop! Service was a 10/10! The gentleman that helped us came around the corner to talk to us about the pastries they had and answer all our questions! He was so patient and personable. We ordered a latte with almond milk which was good and a napoleon and chocolate fudge type cake. Everything tastes great together! We sat here for well over an hour, laughing and talking. Great little shop! Would definitely recommend. read more

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I've been here a few times and the brunch, pastries, cakes, and lunches have always hit the spot. This time I got brunch of a caprese omelette. It comes with breakfast potatoes and a bun. The omelette was good, but the highlight were the potatoes. I almost wish I had asked if I could sub the bun for more potatoes because they were just perfectly crispy and creamy. I also got the cafe mocha. It was good and very creamy. The tables are sometimes hard to come by, but if you wait a bit, one will usually open up. My friend and I ended up studying after we caught up a bit while we ate. The ambient noise is a perfect cafe level for getting work done. read more

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So much can improve. The woman at the register taking orders was very rude and looked like she hated her job. My matcha green tea was awful. Way way way way too sweet. Couldn't even drink it :( Will not be going back in the future. read more

This place always seems popular in Westwood so I wanted to try it out for breakfast before work. Was able to get free metered parking before 8am during the week. Was able to walk right in and order, youre given a number and then you find an open table. I thought they would have a lot more options available and pastry products on display. Not sure of the ones available were left over from the day before but there weren't many to choose from. I did get the chocolate chip scone which was good. Latte was a latte. Breakfast sandwhich was a disappointment. There was more bread than anything. I wouldn't order again and would try something different if I came back. read more

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I love elysee! I started coming every finals week - it's a great study spot since it has plenty of seats and some outlets. Their coffee is really good, not acidic and has that deep roast/nutty essence to it. Their cakes are also delicious, they're pretty big so I usually split it with someone. Overall ambiance is very homey and rustic - great spot :) read more

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This is my favorite LA French Bakery!!! Their chocolate or Almond Coissants are amazing as well as their coffees! Thanks again Elysee! read more

The Salmon Benedict is Amazing!!!!! The service is fast and quick! The ambiance is that of which it is!!! read more

It's not "artisan pastry," it's just classic baked goods. Can't recommend croissant; can recommend tasty little cookies, rugelach etc. Coffee exists and is drinkable if not outstanding. But everyone is so NICE here and the vibe is incredible. So 4 stars for me :) Thanks to all the staff who made me feel welcome and completely unhurried (versus corporate chain down the street where I was interrogated before being allowed to use the restroom). read more

The cashier was super nice! I ordered a chicken panini which was good! it came with fries. BUT the price threw me off... because i was NOT expecting my total to come out to $20. that much for a sandwich is insane to me. I don't know if it was a mistake or not but they need to do better. I also noticed the manager trying to kick out a disabled lady because she had been sitting at the outside tables for a while. I found it to be distasteful and rude because this lady wasn't bothering anyone and there were plenty of seats both inside and outside. I'm not sure what happened but from an outsider perspective, it didn't seem right . read more

I tried to order oatmeal (soft food) for my mom who has oral cancer - but they ran out. So I ordered coffee. I had to feed mom before Dr. apptm - so I fed her some soft boiled egg at the restaurant that I brought from home (b/c again, they didn't have oatmeal). The female waitress with glasses asked us to leave - totally fine, but she was so rude about it. Rolled her eyes at us. If she had asked nicely, it would've been fine. read more

I got a sandwich and a matcha from here. That matcha should be criminal to be even called a matcha. It was the nastiest thing I have ever had. Thank god they don't even have it on the menu but I asked if they had matcha and they said yes they do. The sandwich which itself was alright, I wanted something light and refreshing so I got a turkey and Brie sandwich which was mid read more