This is my favorite matcha by UCLA!! The hojicha is good as well. I like the boba milk teas, but…read morethe cups are a bit small so it's not where I'd go for the best value. Also, sometimes in the afternoon, the milk teas aren't available (when it's too late to brew more tea). The matcha here is creamy and earthy yet sweet. Most other matcha places in West LA have watery matcha, so I'm glad the matcha here is better. They use lactose-free milk by default. The shop is small and there is no seating inside. There are just two large tables outside, so you'll likely need to sit around strangers. Service is good, but a bit slow because of how small the store is. Keep an eye out for good deals!! They often have special promos that are great value. During promos the lines can be long, but they're still worth it in my opinion.

It hurts to write this review about a "micro business" :(…read more Finally got to try Le Phant on my 3rd visit attempt. On my first attempt, they were closed in the middle of a weekday. On my second attempt, they closed at 2PM on a Sunday, so I was turned away. Weird business. I see people saying to check their instagram for hours updates but an average customer doesnt check a business' social media before visiting..... So I finally got to try Le Phant on my 3rd visit attempt, and discovered that they reduced their menu by half.....which was really disappointing to see after waiting in line to order at the kiosk. Nothing posted at the door about the reduced menu. Found out later by looking online to see that one of the owners was on mat leave. Very small interior. It was a hot day so people were crowding inside and I did not get a chance to see look at their paper menu. Ended up paying $7 for an iced tea which wasn't worth it. It was fine, but very average.

I stopped by on a weekday morning during the summer and it was a great place to get some work done…read more There were a few other people working but plenty of open tables. I ordered an iced matcha latte and I wish I could taste the matcha more. They also have pastries and bagels if you are looking for a quick bite. The music was on point when I visited! It was so good I didn't have to put on my headphones. It's a chill spot to work or study especially during the summer when it's quieter on campus.

Located on the second floor of Kerckhoff Hall, you could smell the coffee on your way up the stairs…read morebefore you even make it to the second floor. There's a bit of a line to order but it goes by quick. The space is beautiful. But, as you can imagine, full. Not to worry, walk out and you'll find a giant courtyard with lots and lots of tables and chairs. Also, there are plenty of other study halls/rooms in this building. The LATTE is great. The UBE COFFEE CAKE is delicious.

Such a cute spot!…read more Street or paid parking lot, inside has okay amount of seating but has a great vibe and is beautifully decorated. Service was great! The boys I ordered with and made my drinks were kind, friendly and efficient. Both lattes were great! I would be happy to return if in the area.

First time trying Boondocks. I've heard nothing but great things. I ordered the iced mango island…read morematcha tea (never had it) and to be honest I would not order it again. More of a personal preference than the actual drink. I would love to try another drink, they have a few options on menu that looked very interesting. Everyone was really friendly and greeted us as soon as we walked in. The vibe is really nice and relaxing. You can come in to sit and enjoy menu items or do some work.

Very cute cafe. Cake choice was very unique and flavorful. It was good. Good coffee choice. Cute…read morecozy looking cafe. Staff was very nice too. WiFi available, Note : no restroom.

I love this coffee shop, it's walking distance from UCLA, and the environment is peaceful - they…read morehave long tables/counters perfect for studying or doing work. The drinks are on the pricier side, but I especially enjoyed the coffee, which was so fragrant. I also tried the strawberry matcha - it was creamy, but had less matcha flavor than expected. The employees were all so friendly as well!

I loved the vibe in this place. The decor is beautiful and it's a quiet clean place to study. I got…read morea to go order, the coffee was excellent - the cookie butter latte was the perfect amount of sweet and the chai latte was heavily spiced and flavorful. Service was maybe not the friendliest, but I liked the coffee and the shop itself enough that it wasn't too big of a deal. I look forward to coming here again and staying for a while.

My experience at this cafe was very strange - when friends and I walked in on a Saturday afternoon,…read morethere were many students around but it was dead silent inside. No music or chatter at all. Upon ordering, about half of the items on the menu were not available. My friend ordered a chai, which came as purely as a steeped tea and without milk, which was fair but also somewhat unexpected. The drinks were ok. Not sure if this is the usual environment or maybe we visited on an off day.

Amazing, spectacular, and delicious are the three words that immediately come to mind…read more I had a meeting nearby, so my wife, my son, and I decided to stop in for breakfast. The drinks were very good and exactly what you'd expect from a quality café. But the food presentation--wow! It completely exceeded my expectations. We ordered the avocado toast, the breakfast burrito, and the egg on brioche. Every dish was beautifully plated, garnished with edible flowers, and served with a fresh, delicious salad. I honestly wasn't expecting this level of presentation from a café. The portions were generous as well, leaving us completely satisfied. I also tried one of their pastries that reminded me of a cinnamon roll. It was enjoyable, though as a professional baker and pastry chef, I felt the pastries were the one area with room for improvement. In my opinion, they seemed to prioritize elegance and originality over achieving the best texture and flavor. Even so, they were still good, and I appreciated the creativity. Overall, this was an outstanding breakfast experience. Beautiful presentation, delicious food, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere. I would gladly return.

I'm writing this review hoping you guys bring the matcha back to how it used to be!…read more I've been going to Malou for about a year and a half, and I always used to order the Okinawa Cold Foam Matcha. Honestly, in my opinion, your matcha was #1 in LA! But for the past 2 months, the matcha and the foam have tasted much lighter. The flavor has definitely changed, and I also feel like the cup got a little bigger. Even though it's $8.50, I would honestly rather have a smaller cup with amazing flavor than a bigger cup that doesn't taste as good. I'm going to post an old photo and a recent photo so you can see the difference in both the color of the matcha and the size of the cup. Please bring the matcha back to how it used to be and don't change the quality of your ingredients! It used to be SO good. We miss the old Okinawa Cold Foam Matcha! Please bring it back!

I stopped by on a Tuesday morning around 9am and almost every table inside was taken with people…read moreworking on their laptops. It seems like a great spot to get work done. I ordered an iced matcha latte with honey, and it was good! They also sell pastries and breakfast items. They have an outdoor area with a few tables and umbrellas. The cashier was kind and gave me a complimentary Tim Tam!

The morning employee, Angel, was very kind and professional, and I appreciated his service…read more Unfortunately, my interaction with the "owner," Carol, was extremely disappointing. I arrived around 6:13 AM, 17 minutes before opening, after dropping a friend off nearby for her work at Trader Joe's in Westwood who starts @6am. Usually when I have an early work call, I go to Bluestone Café because of the ambiance I've experienced before as a former UCLA Student, who is now Recently Graduated Btw. I asked Angel if it was okay to sit and get set up while HE finished opening, I also offered to help if needed, and he was friendly and understanding, and I only set up 1 table because it was out of the kindest of my heart AND he was awesome. Not even 6 minutes passed by but, I could tell he's a solid, smile oriented customer service worker with a big heart. A few minutes later, at 6:22am Carol approached me and told me to leave, after I had just ordered because Angel was treating me with 5 star hospitality! The restaurant was not open yet, AND I completely understand that a business has opening hours, and I would have had no problem waiting outside if that had been communicated respectfully by the "owner." The issue was the way the owner of Bluestone Café, Carol, spoke to me as her claiming she's "the owner" because she knows people in the district? Ok carol. She raised her voice, treated me like I was a problem, and made me feel extremely unwelcome. I left upset because the situation did not need to be handled that way. Angel, however, remained kind and professional, and I want to make clear that this review is not about him. Angel provided excellent customer service. "I was a disturbance," allegedly though to Carol when I asked why she raised her voice at me like that. No where near was I about to counter her asking me to leave originally, just wanted breakfast before my call and I was willing to wait, Angel knows it... but Carol? Man, she's lucky I didn't give a WORSE review than this one. By the way, this is my 3rd yelp review in the last 5 years, so when I gave the option for her not to act so disrespectful, she turned it up 10x. Completely unacceptable to treat anyone that way, and trust me I know the homeless problem in LA is bad. Hello I was in burberrys and a UCLA sweatshirt with my Tumi Backpack labeled "CB" (my initials), and in my 1300 european shoes I bought also known as burberrys... anyways I confusingly and surprisingly stated "I mean should I leave a 1star review?" Because I was astonished that the owner was continually being so disrespectful, but Carol responded by saying "I'm just going to counter it don't worry, we'll handle it"... who's we Carol? Overall, I was very disappointed by how the owner handled the situation. A simple, respectful explanation would have been enough. Instead, I felt disrespected and embarrassed, and I will not be returning to this location because of CAROL. :) However, Angel, and your coworkers, YOU guys are AWESOME for real. Food is good as always.

Food & drinks. Indoor &outdoor seating. Heavily visited by UCLA students and yoga trendsters. Busy…read morestreet near Trader Joe's, target, etc. Coffee, tea, matcha drinks made to order, fresh juices, and delicious food and treats. Helpful baristas, good drinks, fresh food, and pastries.

Drinks: - chai latte: decent flavor, small…read more Ambiance: - Parking metered or target 2hr with validation - Lots of seating for working/studying - Wifi decent

This is my go-to spot for a cold brew with cloud cream on it. I'm there almost every morning and…read morealways greeted with a smile from the employees. They're super friendly and knowledgeable when it comes to any coffee related questions that you might have. The manager that I usually see, Mel, is absolutely awesome and a pleasure to chat with. The space itself is pretty large, so there is generally somewhere to sit. They do have an outdoor area as well, it's a lovely little deck with some tables and chairs that nicely arranged. If you're in Westwood, it definitely worth stopping by. They open at 7, but I often see people lining up before then!

i should've spotted a corporate slop coffee chain from a mile away and ran :/…read more alfred's is like... OKAY. nothing to rave about. it's there when you wanna feel superior over ur friends getting starbucks across the street. the price? ALOT LMFAO. my tiny drink (smallest size btw) cost TEN DOLLARS. this gives me a love/hate relationship with LA and their coffee scene because that is ridiculous. all because i asked for an extra shot of matcha... a DOLLAR. i'm from the IE and no drink costs more than 8 bucks with adjustments, which is still a lot but at least they're small businesses. i heard from my friend other Alfred's have much greener matches, because even with my extra shot it wasn't as potent. nonetheless, the peach syrup was absolutely delicious and not artificial at all.... BUT THERE WASNT ENOUGH. i had to ask for extra syrup when my friend's same order was initially sweeter. the coconut foam was yummy too, but it's just the lack of consistency and attention to detail that cannot justify the really STEEP price of this place. any other small-business would weigh out the matcha, syrups, make sure the price is reasonable (i think), and so forth. i don't think i'll be back to alfred's westwood location, but if the desire for fruity milk and the slightest bit of matcha flavor hits me, maybe another location would do... ACTUALLY NAH IM IN LOS ANGELES. Ktown is RIGHT THERE LMAO. bye yall see u at ROK instead :PPP

Decent matcha! The matcha is more liquidy though and the sweetness is on the milder/ balanced side…read more I don't mind! But it's not a super strong and rich matcha taste. The spinach and feta danish was delicious! I will be thinking about it and coming back for it soon. They also have $15 breakfast burritos if you want food. Service was quick and the employees were friendly. There are maybe like 8 small tables. Most of the seating is in the patio. There is a little bit of seating inside.

Sawtelle is full of cool restaurants and shops and ChitChat fits right in…read more We were waiting for a few stores to open, so we wandered down the street away from the main stretch and found ChitChat. Worth the short trek. It was a cold Sunday morning, but the place was busy with families, Gen Z'ers, young couples and lots of dogs. Out front, two girlfriends were hanging out with their matchas deep in gossip and clearly enjoying the morning. The matcha seemed popular, but I needed something hot. I appreciated that their drink menu had some personality, because a lot of coffee/matcha spots feel like they're copying from the same boring menu. I got the sea salt mocha and it was delicious. Smooth, chocolatey and just salty enough. My wife got some type of cereal milk latte, which sounded epic but was apparently just mid. Still, we didn't regret the walk. ChitChat is a cool little Sawtelle stop with good drinks, good energy and plenty of dog-friendly vibes. Pro tip: Afterwards, swing-by Yamaguchi Bonsai Nursery kitty-corner from the coffee shop. The bonsai garden is insane.