Ok I completely understand the hype. My husband and I went this past Saturday prior to the deep freeze thinking since most people were probably hibernating this would be the best time to check it out. There was only a line of 3 people when we went so we made the right call. The shop itself is very aesthetically pleasing - beautiful chandeliers, open glass, and modern arches everywhere. Plenty of chairs to hang out though wouldn't recommend as a place to study as even the day we went it was pretty crowded and most seats were taken. I got the banana cloud matcha and oh man the matcha was smooth, the banana cloud had just the right amount of creamy texture without being overly sweet and definitely is banana flavored. Note most of their matcha drinks are iced and I was worried that it would water down the flavor of the drink, but it did not. My husband got a special off the January menu the chai and was impressed as he said it wasn't overly sweet and spiced well. They do offer bakery items though we didn't try any. Parking wise no real free parking unless you come before the meters start. Otherwise it's all paid street parking. read more

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La La Land has a great selection of drinks so there's always something I want to try. We came on a Saturday evening and they took forever to make our drinks, so just be prepared for a wait if you're heading there on a weekend. We ordered a large iced Cookies n Dream Latte with espresso ($6.80), oat milk ($0.85), and the dairy free cloud to share and it was honestly better than I expected. The top is finished with crumbled Oreo cookies that add a satisfying little crunch to every sip. The sweetness was spot on too so it was a well-balanced drink. read more

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THE BIG: Located on South Congress right next to the Hopdoddy. Very on brand with the minimal yet maximal yellow decor inside. Street parking or garage in the back. THE BLACK AND WHITE: Geez, the line when we got here was out the door and curving around the corner. Fortunately it did move pretty quickly but i'm surprised they haven't opened up a second store in Austin. It took us about 30 minutes to grab our drink on a Saturday morning. The wife got a banana cloud latte, and I got the Lavender bloom. The banana cloud latte is amazing and i understand why people get it. The lavender bloom was way too sweet in my opinion but it did look pretty cool. THE FINAL BAMBOO: For two drinks, the setback was around $20. Pretty pricey drinks but damn are they delicious. I'd try some more drinks out when I have a treat yo'self day. read more

They say we spend most of our lives waiting and this is in fact the case here. I thought the hype would have died down by now but boy was I wrong. If you don't mind waiting to get into the store, then waiting in line to order your drink, and then waiting in another line to grab your drink this might be worth trying for you. They do have online ordering but if you're far enough at the back of the line, you wont see the sign until you're closer to the front of the line. All of the waiting and crowds for sure took away from the experience for me. The store inside is nice and bright with yellow and white and merch but the atmosphere itself isn't warm at all due to the busyness of the establishment and the employees being preoccupied. Even if you wanted to pop a squat and enjoy your coffee there, you'd need to fight for a table. Music was playing but I feel like something else is needed as far as entertainment during the dreadful wait. I ordered a Strawberry Chai Cloud Latte with vanilla in a size small because I wasnt sure what to expect. I'm typically a vanilla chai girl so some strawberry wouldn't hurt. After the first swig or two, I was kind of upset with myself because it was actually good! I should've went all in and got the bigger size especially after such a long wait. The cups themself appear to be reusable with little heart shaped straws but I didn't keep mine. You can also grab a free reusable bag on your way out. Was it worth the wait? Will I return again? Maybe on a cold day when a hot drink is really needed and everyone is home. read more

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This is my third city where I've been to La La Land, and once again, I really enjoyed it. Long lines are expected at La La Land, but ordering online definitely helps. This time around, I had their Lavendar Matcha latte, and I enjoyed it like the other matcha I've had here! read more

La La Land - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

Crowded but you can beat the line by ordering online. Very cute inside but we sat outside due to crowding. Your order may not be ready at the time you put for pickup, so just order earlier than you actually want it. The banana cloud matcha is so worth the hype as someone who has had a lot of matcha. It wasn't too sweet and the matcha wasn't too overpowered by the banana. read more

La La Land - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

Truthfully I wanted to hate this place because of the long lines and viral-ness of it all (lol) but this banana milk is innovative sweet deliciousness and we were in love!!! I preferred the matcha with banana milk over the coffee variety! Very modern interior, probably not the place to sit and work or hang. One note is do not come for quick pick up situation, you will need to wait a bit. Begging them to open a La La Land in NY! read more

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Fast service great vibes great matcha I will be going back to get another birthday matcha! read more

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I had the tiramisu coffee with a cinnamon bun, the drink was really good. Make sure you give yourself time because it was really crowded, however if you order online it goes a bit faster. read more

Fun & busy. I'm not understanding the hype? They had a line of people waiting to order. So, I had to try it. I ordered the large chai drink and some pastries. Parking is expensive- $25 near the store. The staff yell "I love you upon exiting". My review: I asked for no ice & received tons of ice in my drink. The drink was tasteless because it was all ice for $9. Disappointed. The pastries were delicious. The sitting area tables needed to be cleaned. The bathroom was clean. I myself, will not return to this store because there are so many more coffee shops in the area that get the order correct. read more

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Friendly place Wanted to check all the hype about it. Aesthetics are 10/10.Prices to match the IG vibes. Got a medium cloud coffee iced banana drink with coconut milk ( i can't do dairy). Set me back about $8.00. 1st sip. Very creamy banana forward and very silky and smooth. Not watery. I would have sworn I was drinking cow milk it was that creamy. Reminds me of the iced drinks at 85 degrees.. but the espresso roast is definitely very mild and not acidic like Starbucks or asian coffee houses that do cloud coffees. Would I get it again? Nope. Was it worth going to get it. Yup 8/10. Go check it out. Great to people watch as always on Congress. Take a date there. Yourself on a splurge. The cups and lid are nice touches. Make me feel like I should have worn my lulus or alo outfit to compliment this drinks vibes :) read more

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Ok ok, this was worth the hype. My husband came at around 11am on a Saturday morning and there was a line out the door! It moves quickly, but you can also order online. There are a few seats inside, but the area where you pick up drinks can get crowded. I got the matcha strawberry cloud latte and WOOOW! It was blended so well and not too sweet. I should have ordered a large. We also got an egg wrap which was okay. Highly recommend for som fancy drinks. read more

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I always get their double matcha with oat milk and it's delicious!!! My favorite in Austin so far!! read more

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We stopped by for a much needed cold drink. We came around 12pm and there was a line out the door! They control the line and how much people can go in at a time. The interior was fairly large but they want a consistent flow and not just have the door wide open the whole time. There was about 15 people ahead of us before the front door and probably 8-10 people in line indoors. The wait from order to get our drinks took about 35 minutes. They had only 1 cashier and about 7 people making drinks/getting the food orders. I ordered a medium strawberry cloud matcha with soy milk ($6.75+ $0.85 for the soy) and my friends got a medium Keith Lee latte with soy ($7.80 + $0.85 soy)and medium matcha chai latte with soy ($6.75 + $0.85 soy). We also got a chocolate chip cookie ($6). The strawberry cloud is made of heavy cream. Slightly sweet but not too bad that you feel like it's pure sugar. The matcha was good but it didn't seem very strong from other matcha's I've had before. It could have been the overpowering of the strawberry cloud tho. But together it was a nice little cold treat. The matcha chai latte was okay. My friend kept saying that it was "spicy" from the cinnamon. In theory it sounded nice, but for some maybe too much. The chocolate chip cookie was delicious! Not sure if it was because I was hungry but they did warm it up and it hit the spot. Chewy, chocolately goodness. And it was fairly large which was great considering it was on the pricer side. Overall, good matcha, not the best I've had. Not sure if I'd wait in line again for it but maybe I'll order ahead next time if I'm in the area. read more

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I have been wanting to try La La Land Kind Cafe on South Congress since they opened several months ago. I came to their grand opening celebration and the line extended down Congress and past the South Congress hotel. I have yet to find a time to visit the business where there is not a long line. This time was no different, but the line was luckily indoors with AC this time around. We probably waited for around 30-40 minutes in line before we were able to place our order at the counter. This gave me time to change my mind on what I wanted to order at least 5 times. I like the mission that is behind the business to provide valuable support and opportunities for fostering youth and individuals in need and the fact that they offer paid internships to help youth transition from foster care to adulthood. I wanted to see what all the hype was about. I ended up ordering the Lululemon Chai latte which was golden chai infused with golden saffron and vanilla bean. We then waited another 20 minutes for our drink to be prepared. My drink had a bit of a bite to it so I probably would not order this particular drink again and was a bit disappointed to wait almost an hour and not be satisfied with the flavor of my beverage. I did see many other items on the menu that I would be interested in trying including the signature coolers. I love the ambiance and vibe of the store with the pastel yellow and all the fun messages like "be kind" and "love you so much" on the drinks. Overall a bright, cheery and fun vibe to the store but wish the drink had tasted better. I think it is more about the experience than the food/beverages. read more

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I was so excited to use my $50 gift card here. I first attempted on the Sunday during ACL Weekend 2, which was probably a bad idea. I'm glad I lucked out with no line on a Wednesday night. A lot of couples and young folks were probably coming from work or classes up the river at UT. My barista was Serenity who was super friendly! I ordered the banana cloud chai and original avocado toast. My order came out within 10 minutes. I loved the chai, but the toast missed the mark. While I did like the huge amount of avocado and the actual toppings, the bread underneath was burnt on the crust which isn't my favorite. I do think the bread they choose is healthier than white bread, so I guess there's that. Their menu is surprisingly extensive and I look forward to my return and to try two (or more) new items when I'm more hungry! read more

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When something new opens, I'm never the first to line up--actually, I'm not one to line up at all. I value my sanity and time too much. Instead, I wait a few months until the reviews flood in and the hype dies down. Was it worth the wait? Absolutely. I got the Strawberry Cloud Latte-- matcha with strawberries, and it was creamy and earthy tied with the perfect amount of sweetness from the strawberries. I'm a sucker for good branding and La La Land is nothing short of cute merch. When you leave, Chick-fil-A says "My pleasure," but La La Land says "LOVE YOU." A little strange... but kind of sweet. read more

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First time at La La Land and I loved it!! The line goes fast if you're wondering too. I ordered the banana cloud latte with oat milk, really enjoyed this drink. The oat milk creamy texture mixed well with the banana flavor. Plus it came with a heart shaped straw - perfect for Valentine's weekend. Then my friend ordered a strawberry cloud matcha with whole milk which was also delicious when I sipped hers. I took a strawberry pop tart pastry to eat outside and it tasted like it had real fruit in it. Really nice seating avaiable both inside and out. 5 stars from me! read more

La La Land - Banana cloud latte, strawberry cloud matcha, strawberry pop tart - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

On a cloudy Saturday afternoon, I went to La La Land with a friend. When we arrived, I was surprised to see a line stretching out the door--the place is clearly extremely popular and highly hyped. There were a lot of Disney products for sale, though I couldn't quite understand the connection between La La Land and Disney. The abundance of hard plastic used for the various fancy designs and products stood out to me, creating a noticeable amount of plastic waste. Some customers received gift bags, possibly as part of a promotion or for ordering a special drink, but overall, it seemed like a lot of unnecessary waste and clutter. We waited about ten minutes before we could order, which wasn't too long, but it felt longer since it was just inconvenient to stand around without proper seating. When we finally got our drinks, we had to sit outside. Even though the sky was overcast, the Texas humidity made it uncomfortable. I wasn't very hungry, so I skipped the food and ordered the strawberry cloud mocha. The drink came with a strawberry foam on top. While the foam was flavorful, the matcha itself was watery and lacked taste, likely diluted by the ice. Mixing the foam and the matcha was necessary to get any flavor, but doing so ruined the aesthetic of the drink. It was disappointing because both components should have had flavor on their own. Overall, the drink was mediocre and not worth waiting in line for. The most memorable moment of the visit was when a guy riding his bike saw the long line and shouted, "It's just coffee!" Everyone seemed to understand that they were waiting mostly because of the hype and the novelty, rather than for anything particularly special. Ultimately, the experience felt more about being able to say you had a drink from La La Land than about the drinks themselves. read more

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It's bright, it's loud, it's touristy I think? I hadn't heard of it before but read about their mission and find the work and passion for community admirable. I don't know what they do in this local community as far as outreach goes because what i read was about their work elsewhere. Cute place to take a picture, but not relaxing if that's what you're looking for. read more

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Came here after a run club celebration and had to see what all the hype was about. Matcha galore. Atmosphere: Light, airy, and unapologetically cheerful. Big windows, clean lines, and those sunny accents that basically tell your brain, "hey, relax. Plenty of spots to camp with a drink if you're meeting a friend or just scrolling. Food & Drink: I went in for the most "instagrammable" choice which I think was the Keith Lee Matcha Latte. Definitely if you have any matcha craving with a side of sweet tooth then you will find the fix here. The Keith Lee drink had that stylish look along with their signature matcha flavoring. Service: I do have to dock one point in saying the employee at the register was a bit stand offish, however everyone else was great. A crazy thing happened during my visit where an emergency area needed to be blocked off by all the other employees were attentive and helpful in trying to direct everyone through the chaos. Also bonus to the greeter employee, she recommended some great choices for first timers. Bright space, upbeat energy, and drinks that hit the spot once you dial sweetness to taste. It's an easy "yes" for a feel-good coffee stop when you want more than the usual chain experience. Tip: Order Online if you want to avoid all the waiting. read more

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Man this place is GOOD. I had the strawberry cloud latte and my sister had the banana cloud latte - both iced! Well WOW i'm so glad we got to try both but i can't decide which one was better. Maybe the strawberry one? Honestly both worth trying! We also shared the M.A.K.A. toast and the burrata avocado toast. I preferred the avocado but my sister preferred the MAKA (almond butter berries etc). The parking here is horrendous though. The street parking is super difficult to find and always taken. I parked on the nearby garage but it was insane overpriced. Like it was $30 an hour or smth ridiculous like that. I never saw parking this expensive anywhere- not Sf, not LA. i don't think i could handle that again. We also did go on opening weekend so it might have been extra bad? we had to wait in line that wrapped around fine building. It was sooo hot my sister almost fainted. In conclusion, the cloud lattes are unique and so so good. The parking and crowd is a lot to deal with. read more

New spot that opened in south congress this summer! Came by on a Sunday at 10:30 AM in September. The line was just outside the door around the corner, and we waited about 45 minutes until we got our drinks Staff was friendly and gave my friend a pup cup and bandana for her dog!! Got the Keith Lee Matcha, which had a strawberry and matcha foam. Sweet and refreshing matcha flavor!!! The La La Latte was also sweet! Both with oat milk Plenty of cute seating and natural lighting. I would come back! read more

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Not my style coffee but this latte was FIRE. They also gave us a free treat since it was almost the end of the day. Can't argue good customer service. I have seen this place be a mile long on the weekends as far as the line so know that. No complaints here. Keep it going La La Land! Cheers! read more

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Banana Cloud Chai Latte!!!!!! There is really nothing more to say. It was the best latte I have ever had. The ambiance is adorable and the coffee is delicious read more

La La Land - The most amazing latte ever made! - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

New coffee shop on SoCo! Loved the vibe walking in. So bright and yellow, great start to any morning. Was busy but line with fast. I got the banana pudding matcha. It was well made, good flavor, not too sweet. Overall the drink was so smooth! Very enjoyable, but a bit pricey for the size. read more

La La Land - banana pudding matcha - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was in Austin by happy accident and just happened to walk past a line in front of La La Land! Wow! First of all, the line moved fairly quickly and the staff was super friendly. The Matcha Cloud Latte? Ceremonial-grade goodness with a nutty twist and just the right sweetness. I got it with whole milk and was very impressed with the taste. The inside has minimalist decor meets sunshine yellow touches = instant mood boost. The spot's totally walkable which is a breezy choice for a caffeine fix! read more

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First time visiting the Austin location. A welcoming experience from staff when you first walk in accompanied with a chill atmosphere. We have ordered the French toast late and the strawberry einspanner with the match\strawberry treat. The drinks were delicious with a sweet and salty profile. From the strawberry einspanner, it has a light strawberry taste which was nicely paired with the coffee. Matcha and strawberry treat was delicious. It had a lot of strawberries within the dessert and the matcha had bitter, yet sweet taste. It was a nice experience here, but there were a lot of flies and small black flies. I saw some small flies in the dessert cabinet which did turn me off on buying anything from there. Once the fly problem is solved, I would raise to 5 stars. read more

La La Land - French toast latte, strawberry einspanner, matcha\strawberry treat - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

Iconic experience and yummy coffee drinks. Their cold foam is better than any other place. It's always packed but it's worth the wait. They are super efficient. Really fun experience. read more

Heard about this place and its hype at its other locations, so decided to give it a try. I got there and the line wrapped around the building! I thought, "this is probably really good because of this line." The line was pretty long but I held out hopes anyway. It was busy but cute inside. Went to order and they were friendly and quick. I got the Keith Lee made w soy milk. The drink came out pretty fast and neatly crafted. I was very impressed from the drink. The matcha was high quality grade and the flavor was well balanced. Not too sweet, but flavorful and I didn't do any sweetness adjustments. The foam was a great touch and the strawberry on top was great. Honestly, this was the best matcha I've tried in Austin area period. This lands on my top 3 matcha places I've tried in my life period. Would recommend! read more

La La Land - Keith Lee Latte - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

Must visit if you have time! We're from LA and we're so happy they opened one closer to us. Came for the Mickey collab, and lines get nuts if you don't get there early enough but it's worth the wait. Highly recommend the Banana Cloud w/ Chai! The wife loved her Pumpkin drink that was limited time from the fall menu so make sure you ask for specials. Bonus for the munchkin that comes w/ the la la mini meal. Kinda wish they were able to sell the merch that was on display. Not much space for waiting for orders or seating, awesome Disney music and cute decor. Super friendly staff and attentive to each & every order. Will def be back! read more

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I was skeptical given that this place had a line out the doors for weeks after opening and it was all over my tiktok with influencers' reviews but I'll tell you I think it's definitely worth it now that the line has died down! I ordered the Keith Lee Latte (Matcha with strawberry) and my friend ordered the Banana Cloud Latte. We both throughly enjoyed them! As people who try matcha all around town, this is definitely going near the top of our list! We came on a week day around lunch time and there some people working from the tables and others just enjoying their coffee and food. There's lots of seating but I can see it getting crowded and people having a hard time finding seating. We waited for a table to clear up (only about 5 min). read more

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LOVEEEEE Love lattes, love matcha, and love musicals like La La Land. The interior is so cute and I got their banana cloud latte. I've had lattes before where only the cream is sweet but this drink was perfectly sweet throughout even if you don't mix it. I also got to sample their limited time J.Lo Birthday Cake Latte, which was such a treat! Yum! P.S. I only waited 5 minutes during a weekday morning read more

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SO STOKED Austin finally got a La La Land Cafe!!! I've been to these in Houston and Dallas and always wondered when it would be Austin's turn. The vibe and brand of this cafe is the best - their purpose of hiring foster youth and normalizing kindness is incredible. All of the staff say "love you!" in the same way Chick-Fil-A employees say "my pleasure!" The drinks and food are pretty tasty. The matcha is great, and the menu has nice variety. They often do seasonal or special drinks as well! Most things can be hot or iced. I love everything I've tried here and will be visiting often! QUICK FACTS: - Parking? Located on SoCo so back-in street parking or street parking throughout the neighborhood (free before 8am). - Indoor seating? Yes, a community table and some smaller tables available. read more

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I had tried to get in when they did their soft opening and the line was insane. Plus it was raining so I decided to try another day. The name La La Land represents a dream world. A place where you walk in and feel a true sense of joy for life. A place where you are loved for who you are. A place that brings together all human beings. A place where kindness is priority. The minute you walk in you are greeted almost immediately and by not one but several staff members. That was a huge plus for me. I ordered the Upside Down Iced Latte with Espresso vs Matcha and it was sooooo delicious. It wasn't until i was about half way through my Latte when the sweet side of my concoction hit me. Usually it's always been the other way around for me. Definitely a hit for me. The layout has a modern vibe to it with a bright color scheme to it. (See the photo and video.). A happy place. What really caught my attention other than the service and beverage, was reading on their website how they hire Foster Youth to work their cafes. What a great way to give back to your community by offering the youth gainful employment as well as a sense of purpose. You could see it on their faces how happy they were. Warmed my heart I highly recommend La La Land Kind Cafe. You won't be disappointed read more

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My brother, an LA native, raved about this spot, so I was excited to see it open in Austin--especially knowing it supports youth aging out of foster care, a cause close to my family's heart. I tried the banana foam latte and La La Dream toast and both were delicious! The banana was subtle, not overpowering, and even the matcha (which I usually avoid) was surprisingly good. Staff were super kind despite the long lines. There's still some seating inside, but expect a 15-30 minute wait since it's new and in a busy area. I don't usually trek to South Austin, but I'd absolutely come back for another round! read more

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Super cute spot for coffee and matcha. I ended up with a regular ice latte. Came in such a cute cup. Ice latte hit the spot since it was super hot in Austin. Very refreshing and strong. Would check out more options when come back read more

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I say this will all the KINDNESS in my heart.. But I don't get the hype . If someone actually received a chai croissant, please let me know. I stood in line for over 30 minutes! I ordered from the fall menu . I ordered the charli cloud latte with matcha and oat milk. I also ordered the chai croissant! When I finally recieved my items , I didn't have much time left on my parking reservation (1 hour total). My first taste of my drink wasn't tasty. The drink didn't get good until I used my straw and even then my mind wasn't blown. The croissant really made me think I'm the one that screwed up. I bit into it and got chocolate. I thought that maybe the croissant I wanted with the icing on top was called something else besides the "chai croissant". Just maybe I ordered the wrong thing and this is the real chai croissant . I reviewed more pictures from Google and realized that I was given the wrong pastry item! It was not good, I had to dig around to find any type of chocolate or anything. I'm convinced people come here because it's "cute". If I have to wait in line that long, I expect everything to be GOOD The employee that took my order was kind. They also have merchandise for sale.. read more

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There was no one in line in front of me and my order took 30 minutes. I got a matcha and a chocolate chip cookie that I asked to be warmed up. The 3 baristas stood around texting and chatting. After 15 minutes of confusion, I asked how long the wait would be and noticed they hadn't pulled my cookie from the display. I had to remind them my order which I saw right there on the screen while waiting. I heard about this place so much from friends in the area. It's just meh. Don't be fooled by the lux interior. Staff should be more on top of things. read more

La La Land - Cafes Near Me - Austin, Texas

When in South Congress, it is mandatory to make a stop at La La Land! I have heard so many great things and I definitely needed to check it out for myself. When we got there, the line was out the door and took about 25 minutes until we got to order. The inside was decorated so aesthetically and pleasing to the eyes, it's clear that the attention to detail is THERE! We ordered the banana chai latte and the charli's cookie butter matcha cloud latte and they were both really delicious! I had also ordered with oats milk, but they had messed it up and it was a bit too busy to ask for a remake and I also asked for less ice but it seemed like the same amount. The flavors definitely made up for that minor mistake. I'm extremely excited for the one in San Antonio to open and I will definitely be making multiple trips! read more

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