Chill atmosphere.. Great coffee.. Friendly service…read more. Ordered cold brew here. Super solid. Will repeat.

Came by for coffee the other day and it was a mediocre experience. Boxx Coffee Roasters is located…read morewithin the Arts District. The vibe of the cafe was lit although the Gen Z barista seemed a touch clueless. Opted for an iced latte and the latte itself was lacklustre. The shot tasted sour. It was a touch better after mixing it thoroughly... They had plenty of seating to hang out.

I came here while I was waiting for my car to be serviced at Toyota, and I'm so glad I did. Not…read moreonly is the staff incredibly kind, but the food and coffee are delicious. You can also tell that a lot of care and thought went into designing this space. I'm obsessed with the blue tile and the perfectly coordinated retail wall. While I was here, I saw such a wide variety of customers, which I loved. You can tell everyone is welcome and that people genuinely feel comfortable spending time here. Lastly, I wanted to shout out the two employees working on 7/31 around 8:00 a.m ("BigVee" & a gentleman with longer hair who made my avocado toast) They were both so friendly and welcoming. It was early, so I would've understood if they were still waking up, but they were both bubbly, kind, and made my morning a little brighter. If a manager sees this, please let them know how amazing they are!

The Boy & The Bear in Gardena is one of those coffee shops that instantly feels like a little…read moreescape. The ambience leans cozy‑industrial, warm, and trendy, and that signature roastery aroma that hits you the second you walk in. It's calm, clean, and perfect for posting up with a laptop or just enjoying a slow morning. Service is consistently friendly without being overbearing. The baristas actually talk coffee here, they'll walk you through beans, roasts, and their seasonal drinks with genuine enthusiasm. The drinks are the star. Their Colombian‑forward menu is smooth, rich, and never bitter. The cold brew is velvety, the lattes are balanced, and their drinks always hit the . If you're into coffee that tastes like actual coffee (not dessert), this place is a great place to visit. Miguel C.

A quaint coffee roaster off of Ventura boulevard. There's street parking as well as a small parking…read morelot in the back. The main thing that stands out here is their 1987 coffee roaster which is the center piece of the cafe. They roast various single origin beans on a daily basis, so you know you can purchase some fresh coffee beans here. If you need your beans grounded, they do grind it for you depending on your brewing method. They have beans of light roast, medium roast and dark roast and sell by various weights for a very reasonable price. They also sell various tea leaves, baked goods (croissant, muffin, scones, bagel, Danish, coffee cake, Dessert Therapy cookies, and merchs. They also have a seasonable menu that changes. When I went, it was the Sakura season menu. Staff were all friendly and were very willing to answer any questions regarding the menu. Please note, the base coffee blend for each day varies and rotates on a daily basis For my visit, I tried ... 1. Buttered Coffee (4.5/5) The base coffee for the day was the Peru single origin, which was well-balanced; slightly sweet with a hint of tartness and nuttiness. They then add a chunk of butter into the coffee, which helps cut some of the acidity, but also is supposed to enhance the caffeine effect and give you additional energy from the fat. It does leave a layer of fat/oiliness so if you are not a fan of that, then this may not be for you. The butter did give it a subtle buttery flavor, which I personally liked. 2. Matcha with Sakura Cold Foam (4/5) The matcha was blended smoothly and was not grassy at all. The Sakura cold foam didn't really taste like Sakura (been to Japan, so know what real Sakura flavor should taste like), but instead, just tasted floral. 3. Columbia Supremo Whole Beans Full body and aromatic. Good for those who like to drink black coffee 4. Guatemala Huehuetenango Whole Beans: Crisp, acidic and a hint of nuttiness Glad I found this local roaster where I'll definitely be coming back to get some more fresh beans.

Tried the pistachio latte with oat milk here and it was just okay, 3/5…read more That said, the coffee itself smells absolutely amazing walking in, and it's clear this place is really built for coffee beans and grounds rather than lattes. I noticed a lot of customers coming in specifically to grab beans, which honestly makes total sense once you're in there. If you're looking for beans or grounds, this is definitely your spot. If you're looking for a latte though, it's not the best. 3/5 if you're coming for a drink! If this review helped, a thumbs up is always appreciated

Probably the cutest coffee shop i went to this weekend, I loved the vibe of both the inside seating…read morearea and the outdoor patio as well. They had a really good pastry selection and seasonal drink menu. We tried the peach cobbler latte, raspberry mocha, 1+1+1, and Spanish latte. As well as 2 pastries. The 1+1+1 is for dine-in only since it comes all separate. Super cute little set, I have never seen a coffee shop with that on the menu! Their espresso is very light tasting. Favorite drink was probably the Spanish latte, the raspberry mocha was a close second but slightly too sweet for my preference. Favorite pastry was the everything croissant out of the two we ordered, mainly because it had a ton of fluffy whipped cream cheese inside!

3-1/2 stars…read more Charming coffee spot with a designated parking lot (a rarity in this part of town)! Coffee selection is solid, and I opted for the orange Dreamsicle cloud latte. The coffee base was decent, but I did not get any orange flavor at all. Not the best coffee I've had, but it did the trick for an afternoon pick-me-up.

I've been to Stereoscope Coffee a couple of times now and they have some of the friendliest staff!…read moreAnd excellent matcha! They have a few different series of matcha and that part is very fun here. I love how they explain all the information on each one and personally I liked the Hokatsu Series best which they say is nutty and creamy. I'm not going to pretend I could properly identify the nuances of all the different matchas but it made me feel fancy trying! In the non-matcha realm, the Madagascar Vanilla Latte is one of their most popular drinks so I had to try that. Also the Jacobsen's Salted Caramel was a seasonal special that sounded delish. I loved them both! The drinks are great, the staff is excellent, the parking is metered on the street so can be difficult. But whenever I can find a spot, I pop in!

Stereoscope Coffee became one of my favorite coffee shops from the very first visit. I absolutely…read morelove the space--it's large, welcoming, and offers both indoor seating and an outdoor patio, which is a huge plus. Whether you're looking for a place to study, catch up with friends, get some work done, or simply relax with a great drink, this spot is perfect. The service is always excellent, and the drinks are outstanding. The coffee is delicious, and I especially love the creamy foam they put on top of some of their drinks--it takes them to another level. Their matcha is also fantastic: smooth, flavorful, and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. Between the beautiful atmosphere, exceptional drinks, and friendly service, it's easy to see why this place has become a favorite of mine. I highly recommend it and will definitely keep coming back!

Friendly service. Good drinks. Great for working remotely. I ordered the raspberry spritz which was…read moreperfect in this summer heat. Refreshing and not coyingly sweet. Lots of seating indoors and outdoors. Extra seating upstairs. Bonus: as a sensitive human, I appreciated the subtle and pleasant scent of the bathrooom hand soap. Not the usual pink, drying generic soaps. Didn't stay long enough to order from the food menu. But it's good to know they have a number of options. I'm told the breakfast burrito is a good go-to. Would love to visit again when in the arts district.

One star for the great customer service and ample seating. However, my coffee and matcha were so…read moredisgusting my party and I did not drink them and tossed them in the trash. Nearly $50 on drinks down the drain The coffee was extremely sour. Which means 1 of 2 things and an experienced barista should know... I understand they were busy and maybe the barista on duty wasn't paying attention to the quality, but it was (and truly no exaggeration) the worst coffee of my life. I'm saying plain Kroger's was better than whatever we had here. The matcha... now messing up matcha is an easy feat. However, it's a new experience for me to have a "green" matcha drink and for it to taste of no matcha and only oat milk HOW? Truly I'm asking. How does that happen? The most green drink, you'd think I'd be heavy on matcha and too bitter. No. That's not the taste you got at all. Straight milk. HOW? Overpriced and disgusting? Hard pass. I have never wanted to pull a "Karen" in my life until that moment. Because wtf. But I have issues with standing up for myself and my earned money, so I simply left rather than bringing it up to an employee. And I will say the lady who was at the cashier that day and took our order was friendly and sweet. I think she tried to warn us on what was actually good to order, clearly I did not heed.

Glad I dont have to go all the way to ktown for Alchemist! This location was easily accessible,…read morefree validated parking and decent amount of seating inside & outside. It was also not too crowded on a Saturday afternoon. Had their matcha einspanner and I finished it so fast because it was that good! Their cream top is one of the best around

Such great quality matcha! My matcha einspanner was creamy and had a bold, almost bitter matcha…read morebase. I only wish the drinks had the option to come in a bigger size. There is plenty of outdoor seating nearby. I love how the cafe is situated in a park-like setting, a good place to study or chat. There is parking in the cumulus garage lot that can be validated by the cafe.

Mad Lab hit the spot for a lovely morning cappuccino. The service was quick and friendly. There…read morewere a lot of options on the menu. I went traditional. Wifey went signature and tried a Dali latte which was a delicious latte. There was a lot of seating with many customers working while drinking their coffee and tea. The ambiance was alive with lotf of colors and some excellent jazz playing. Maybe baristas choice? I was looking at the coffee selection mostly from Ethiopia from what it seems. I will do a better job on my next visit to see what's the light and dark roasts. I prefer the light roasts.

Good coffee but wish they were stocked with fresher beans…read more I stopped in on a Saturday morning and got a free hot drip coffee with purchase of beans. Most beans had been roasted a month ago and the "newest" was about 2.5 weeks old. Selection was limited with about 4 varieties mostly natural (not washed). Shop is small but has decent seating and I can usually find neighborhood street parking.