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    Ideology Coffee

    4.4 (379 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    IDEOLOGY COFFEE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    Kristine H.

    Early morning coffee cravings deserve better than the generic spots on every corner. This place stands out. If you're in a rush, ordering online for pickup makes everything seamless and efficient. Metered parking right out front makes it even easier. The coffee? Just right. Smooth, balanced, and exactly what I needed to start the day. One small note: for online orders, I'd request it extra hot next time. Easy. Convenient. Good coffee. I'm in.

    Salmon Toast w/Mashed Avocado Blue Jasmine Matcha Latte
    Kristina A.

    Visited: 1/9/26 Salmon Toast w/Mashed Avocado: 9.5/10 Absolutely delicious! This is the best salmon toast I've ever had. They were out of their usual bread, so I got ciabatta instead, and it was great. The portion of salmon was very generous and super fresh with a fantastic flavor and perfect seasoning. There was also plenty of avocado, so much that both the salmon and avocado were spilling out of the ciabatta. However, the more I ate, the more I wished there had been a little more bread or less avocado, as the ratio became somewhat overwhelming. Iced Blue Jasmine Matcha: 6/10 It was an ok drink, but I wish the matcha flavor was stronger. The butterfly pea tea overpowered it, and the drink tasted a bit watered down as a whole.

    Elderberry Hibiscus Iced Tea
    Elise B.

    It was busy inside with people eating or working. I ordered a Blue Jasmine Matcha Latte & iced elderberry hibiscus tea. The blue jasmine matcha latte came iced with almond milk infused with jasmine tea and butterfly pea flowers. The color was bright and pretty & it tasted great! They are dog friendly too. Parking- metered street parking

    Welcome to IDEOLOGY coffee. #bnw #glendale
    Carl N.

    Coming up....on this hot coffee shop review. Ideology Coffee is a charming coffee gem nestled on the busy Central ave in the heart of downtown Glendale. They offer a wide array of flavorful coffee and tea drinks as well as food dishes. Upon entry you'll quickly notice its interior has plenty of natural light and serene vibe. Moreover, you'll be warmly greeted by a friendly staff. I quickly perused their menu and ordered their Cold Brew Lavender and Chicken Melt Panini sandwich. Drink was refreshing and food was warm, crisp and bloody amazing. This coffee shop offers free wifi and sell some coffee bean bags. Prices were competitive. Service was ridiculous spot on. Plenty of street metered parking. Overall, I was ebullient with their coffee and food. And it's a must-visit spot in the area.

    Elo S.

    This is a cute coffee shop on central Avenue. It is a small store with several tables to sit enjoy drinks, food, work and study. Service was good. I didn't have to wait for a long time for my drink. I ordered an iced latte. It was not sweet at all and was good. Some coffee shops make the latte too sweet, but not this location. I had a pleasant experience in this store. Prices are compatible with the other stores in the area. It can be busy in the morning, I visited in the afternoon. There was no line and several people were working on their computers. I would suggest going to this location, if you're looking for a quiet place to study. I didn't notice private parking lot. There are plenty of metered parking spots. I would recommend this coffee shop, if you're looking to try something different than chain coffee shops that are around every corner.

    Iced Blue Jasmine Matcha with Almond Milk
    Allison P.

    A cute little coffee shop in downtown Glendale! I got their Iced Blue Jasmine Matcha with Almond Milk- easily one of the prettiest drinks I've ever gotten! A super interesting concept. I got floral notes from the Jasmine tea, creaminess from the milk, and just a tinge of earthiness from the matcha. My only note is that the matcha could've been a touch stronger, but otherwise, a great choice! Being one of the few coffee shops in the area with seating, Ideology Coffee is the perfect spot for a little coffee date. They have plenty of seating options littered around inside. Come grab a sip and stay awhile.

    Blue Jasmime Matcha Latte
    Aureli R.

    The bagel with avocado, chives, cream cheese, and capers is excellent and I've enjoyed it the few times i've gone. The matcha here is a bit too bitter for me, and I make matcha lattes at home without sugar fairly often. The main reason I rated a bit lower is because I feel the service is always very brisk and the cafe's atmosphere itself is kind or cold and uninviting. I end up leaving immediately once i'm done eating, or sooner, because it feels very awkward inside.

    2 coffees and bagels
    Куаныш С.

    We visited Ideology Coffee in Glendale Place today (09/25/25 around 1:00 pm) and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience. We ordered 2 coffees (latte and cappuccino) and 2 bagels. Not long after eating there, we both felt unwell and experienced food poisoning. We hadn't eaten anywhere else that day, so I suspect the milk may have been spoiled. The service was also unpleasant. The cashier (a young woman at the register) was very impolite -- when we asked about sandwiches, she rolled her eyes and didn't offer any helpful recommendations. The only positive I can mention is that the location and interior are very nice. You can tell that someone invested a lot into creating a beautiful space. Unfortunately, the service and food safety don't match the quality of the design. Sadly, between the poor service, questionable coffee quality, and the fact that we got sick afterward, I cannot recommend this place.

    Chicken Melt
    Leanna L.

    No line around 2:30 on a Tuesday. Place is very bright and clean, but it was rather warm inside due to the sun. I got the Iced Peach Blossom Matcha Latte with oat milk and honestly it didn't taste like much of anything. It didn't taste bad, it was just bland, and I could barely taste the peach blossom that they said was made in house. The chicken melt was crispy and warm, but similarly lacked flavor and I wish it had more sauce. 3/5 stars for okay tasting items and fast service. Will come back to try a coffee/latte at some point since I live nearby.

    Blue jasmine matcha
    Martin L.

    Was grabbing lunch across the street and decided to check out Ideology after seeing cool photos of the Blue Jasmine Matcha. It definitely looked better than it taste because it was lacking that strong matcha flavor you would normally get when ordering a matcha latte.

    Inside
    Hannah H.

    A great caffeine stop in downtown Glendale! I've been to this coffee shop a couple times now and have no complaints. This last time I ordered their cinnamon and clove iced latte accompanied by my favorite treat, an almond croissant, what a wondrous breakfast it was! The business itself is very clean and spacious. Well decorated and plenty of seating (inside) available. It's in a popular area so there might not be a table available if you go during peak times. The staff is nice and I overheard them chit-chatting with a regular customer which I thought was sweet. Parking-wise, its on the main busy street with metered parking so take that into consideration especially on busy weekend days. I will continue to come here when I'm in the area for my coffee and sweet treat fix. :)

    Blue Jasmin Matcha Latte (iced)

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    Best coffee in the area. Had lox bagel that was proper fresh as well. My go to coffee shop when I visit my friend down the street.

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    I was very satisfied with the taste of the coffee, and it is a great place to spend a relaxing time.

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    The food is amazing, service is always great and the ambience and atmosphere is perfect, I come almost everyday.

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    The food is good no doubt, but the service... I ordered food but employees were just talking and laughing for literally 10 min

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    cute place, baristas were nice and attentive. i only ran in to get a caprese sandwich but it was delicious :)

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    Quality latte, and quick service. Lots of tables are occupied with writers who stay for a while, but there's usually seating options.

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    Cozy place, you can sit quietly and drink coffee. Very tasty coffee. Employees are friendly.

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    Ask the Community - Ideology Coffee

    Hello, What milk do you use in your lattes? Dairy

    whole milk, low fat milk, non fat milk, almond milk, oat milk, soy mik, cashew milk, goat milk

    Is there free wifi at this location?

    Hi Michelle ! Yes, there is free unlimited Wi-Fi and power outlets

    Do you have unsweetened almond nut milk?

    Hi there! Unfortunately we do not. We carry Califia Barista Almond milk which has 5g of added sugar

    Do you have vegan options?

    They do! They sell Bocce Ball desserts.

    Why kind of bread is used in your Almond Butter Toast?

    We use sourdough bread for our almond butter toasts by default however we also have multigrain as an option.

    So they have outlets?

    Yes , there are plenty of outlets in seating areas.

    Prob a very specific question but what kind of cream cheese is used here? (making sure it's pasteurized)

    Hi Jean ! Absolutely. We use plain cream cheese and it is pasteurized. Depending on the menu item we also mix it with dill and capers.

    Which of your non-dairy milks have no sugar added?

    Hi Rachel! All our alternative milk has sugar. The least sweet would be Oat milk with 4g of sugar.

    Do you have outdoor seating? Is laptop allowed there?

    Hi Vivian ! Yes , we do have an outdoor patio at the corner of the building. You may work / study on your laptop for as long as you like!

    Hi there! What vegan cakes/desserts do you offer?

    Hi Kenneth ! We work with Erin McKenna’s and Cake Monkey bakeries and have a variety of vegan options. However availability depends and day and time. We are often sold out by… 

    On Google it says you guys are open for Dine-In now, is that correct?

    Hi Sona. Apologies for the late response. Yes, that’s correct. We are open for dine in.

    Are there plugs for laptop?

    Yes. There are numerous outlets next to seating areas

    Where can you park and for how long?

    Hi! There are several options: - street parking on Central and California (metered and not) - 90 min… 

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