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Inicio Coffee

4.6 (265 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Updated 3 weeks ago

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Iced Ohana Latte
Angela G.

Came here once before for a Yelp Event years ago! I believe they were TK Coffee before, seems like they name changed since they have the same drinks on the menu along with some seasonal ones. I ordered the Iced Sugar Cookie Latte but got an extra shot in it since it was much needed. Plenty of seating inside although feels a bit cramped? The bar seating is nice since it faces the window and street outside. The parking is a bit weird since it's on a hill and just very slanted. It is a small lot so it can fill up quickly. My drink came out pretty quick but it was lacking flavor and the honey was overpowering. The strongness was there though but I had to add a bit more simple syrup when I got home. Still did the job and would love to try their other seasonal drinks next time! IG: @ammysalamii

Sergey H.

Amazing coffee shop. The coffee is fresh,flavorful and made with great attention to detail. The atmosphere is cleaning and welcoming, and staff is very friendly.A perfect place to enjoy a great cup of coffee and relax. different one of my favoritelocal coffee shops.

Almond Mille Latte
Zara A.

Great spot !! From the POUR OVERs to just a LATTE with almond milk. This place does coffee right. Feels like coffee roaster quality drinks with a SPACIOUS, CLEAN, INVITING set up. With great SEATING, WIFI, BATHROOM and SERVICE. I will definitely be coming back to study or grab and go!

Erica F.

We were on a road trip, and decided that we need to stop by somewhere to get coffee. I found this place with good reviews. We came right after they opened, so they were not extremely busy. They have modern minimalist decorations. Cashier was friendly and made good recommendations for us. We ordered sweet cinnamon cold brew and Ohana latte. Both coffee tasted very good. It would be amazing if they are a bit stronger. Sweetness is perfect as they are not overly sweet. I will come by again if I am in the area. Parking lot was decent and I was able to easily finding a spot.

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Bella S.

Such great service and help by Dianey. She was super helpful and helped me find the drink i was craving. I loved hearing that they let their house made syrup sit for 48 hours or something...! My bsf and I got the same thing and the first 3 sips were BOMB- but then it just tasted like a plain latte. I also tried the pumpkin bread and banana bread, pretty yummy and good spice on the pumpkin Bathroom was sooooo clean and inside was nice too

Luis P.

Well I've been coming here for a bit but finally got around to making my heartfelt review and it's just a nice little coffee shop! Just basically across the street from Hansen Dam, perfect to grab a coffee after your walk, run or bike ride! Location, location, location it's what's great with this coffee shop! The drinks are always on point! Although I wish they had a little more variety of options but it's still worth it. I wished they had other size cup sizes to choose from. I usually get a large coffee which barely satisfies my caffeine cravings! Service here is always quick. Staff very friendly.

Nisa C.

Quiet and welcoming place. Friendly service. Good coffee. Tried the Ohana iced latte, raspberry espresso tonic and the honey oat milk iced latte. Honey oat milk latte was smooth and delicious! Strong espresso tonic to wake you up. Ohana wasn't our favorite but still would recommend this place.

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Jose Y.

I came to the valley and needed a good coffee after a long drive. These place had good reviews and it wasn't Starbucks. The shop looked out of place being in the neighborhood that it was in. The parking lot was trashed. The inside was nice but cramped. The cashier was nice but the barista was a bit rude and didn't call out my order so drink just sat there till she brought the next order. I got a vanilla latte with almond milk. The coffee was great. But it would be nice if they would let know that your order is ready. Someone needs to clean up outside. Parking lot is way too small for the amount of businesses.

iced matcha latte
Jessica G.

Small coffee shop right by Hansen Dam! I stopped by on a Wednesday morning and had no trouble finding parking in their lot. When I arrived, it was calm and quiet with a few people working on their laptops. I ordered the iced matcha latte, which was tasty!

Welcome to Inicio Coffee.
Carl N.

Inicio Coffee is a small laid-back coffee shop serving lattes, espresso, and pastries. It's located in a small plaza on Glenoaks blvd in Sylmar, CA. Interior design and layout were modest and limited, respectively. There were few tables and chairs but has relaxing atmosphere. No outdoor seats. I came early morning and was ebulliently greeted by a young female staff with brown almond eyes. Menu list was modest. I ordered a hot Latte and Butter croissant. Latte was perfectly concocted, however, their butter croissant was banal and mediocre in texture. Service was on point. Staff were cordial and competent. Free wi-fi. Prices were competitive. Overall, I had a good experience and this is a good coffee shop. I recommend you visit.

Coffee I ordered include matcha , latte, and cappuccino all with there house sugar and whole milk.
Rebecca L.

Inicio Coffee is such a gem! The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and perfect for getting work done. They let me study without any rush, and the environment was calm and comfortable the whole time. The coffee was absolutely delicious--rich, smooth, and clearly made with care. The staff was friendly and made the experience even better. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for great coffee and a relaxing place to study or unwind!

Latte and Mocha
Felicia G.

The coffee shop staff is so sweet. The vibes were top tier. The fires had me feeling kinda down. Trying coffee shops are my thing. The cashier was so nice and accommodating. The store is clean and relaxing and the coffee taste amazing! On my way out, a customer went out of his way to open the door for me because my hands were full. Being nice is contagious!! Try this spot ... made my day a little better today. :)

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Arianna is the best! She's so sweet and helpful. I love the vibe and the coffee is to die for!

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I stopped by after the good reviews & I will say they were friendly but the coffee was just basic.

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Great coffee. Staff is really nice. Just wish they had more than one size cups. Parking is tight. A cute place to sit and enjoy a cup.

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Super pleasant people working behind the counter. Delicious dirty matcha and cute, clean shop with a lot of parking.

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Ask the Community - Inicio Coffee

Are there outlets for those that are going to do work?

Yes! We have a few outlets available.

Is this a good place to bring my laptop and work remotely?

Yes! We love when customers come to work on their laptop! We suggested arriving early to ensure you get a good spot before the seating is gone!

Do they serve Geisha coffee?

As of right now we do not, but we offer Ethiopian on pour over, espresso, and drip!

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I recently started making my own drinks since I bought a espresso machine, I try to go in every…read moreSunday and buy 1lb of Java. Service is really good, baristas are really nice and I always get a coffee with my 1lb of beans. I love this place.

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My assistant and I have been craving peanut butter toast for ages! So today while out walking the…read morepack I yelled places near us that served it! Here's my only two complaints: 1) It's in a medical building (I think) so you have to pay to park in the lot. No validation and limited parking anywhere close. 2) I loved the granola and blueberries on top BUT the drizzled vanilla syrup was too much. Also they use JIF and it's just sugary sweet already! Price was reasonable and service was super quick! When you call to order you are instructed to leave a message or text. They actually text me immediately and asked how they could help. I ordered via text and it was so easy! Plus the person on the other end was extremely helpful. Great customer service.

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