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Liberation Coffee House

4.6 (131 reviews)
Closed 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
Updated 3 weeks ago

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Tracy M.

Caramel Latte and Cinnamon Latte were DELISH!!! Loved the chocolate croissant (warm!). Such a friendly staff! Smiles! The vibe was so chill with some great jazz music. Loved it!

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Elisabeth A.

Parking: street Parking Pricing: a bit higher. Breakfast burrito was 12buckw. Coffee americano was around 6. Ambience: chill and cold with AC. Hygiene: I come in the morning so bathroom was pretty clean. Clients who used plates return to place. Parking: paid meter Pokego: one gym within reach and I think 1 pokestop.

April D.

Our fam of five came here for Sunday brunch and absolutely loved the vibe, food and coffee. My three teenagers let me read a children's book to them about Billy Porter. Loved celebrating LGBTQ folks and this social enterprise.

Nubia O.

I love this place! It's part of the LA LGBT Center on Santa Monica Blvd. Read more about it here on Yelp "from the business". The inside is so pretty and there's a lot of seating! My co-worker and I came for the coffee but we decided to have a shared breakkie so their breakfast sandwhich, burrito, and berry pastry were delicious! Everyone is welcoming and nice. Clean restroom, good food/drinks and good vibes! I'll be back.

Did NOT get a photo of the Cuban Sandwich before eating but it was ssooo good.

Breakfast burrito sooo good! Cuban sandwich sooo good. Espresso cardamom drink sooo good. Matcha, kind of mid. Very good service from the staff and generally nice vibes all around. Lots of seating and some coffee table books to peruse. We will probably go back for the good vibes and the food.

Maggy B.

I wish I had discovered this place earlier on my trip to Los Angeles! The coffee was piping, hot and delicious and we ordered some breakfast sandwiches that were huge and lasted us several hours, they were delicious to nibble on. The service was really good, and the barista made sure to read the order back to me to make sure everything was correct. I am sugar-free and they made certain that I had my sugar-free option respected, some places don't.

Crystal L.

I love the LGBT Center and this inviting coffee shop on their campus (open to all) is a great place to stop in for a cup or to sit for a while. I had a client meeting there and found the seating options decent. It's not a large space but there are plenty of different table options, from high tops to communal tables to some smaller tables. Staff was exceptionally friendly. It's just a completely different vibe here and you get that right away. People seem glad to be here and glad to be working here... and it shows. There are food options including lunch sandwiches and pretty pastries and muffins for the morning. This is all the way around a way better way to do your coffee hangout.

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Maddie D.

such a cute cafe! ordered a turkey grilled cheese - was very yummy and filling, but slightly pricey for the quality. I would have liked the cheese to be more melted and gooey. I also wished there was some sauce in the sandwich

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The worker there were so kind and know how to treat the customer with respect. The food was also delicious and full of flavor.

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Little cute place for some coffee. Great stuff, parking was a little tricky but I was served promptly so I'm satisfied.

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I love the coffee drinks and pastries, and supporting the LGBTQ community! Plus everyone who works there is super nice.

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Everything felt organized during my time here. The service was delivered calmly, and the environment was comfortable.

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Great latte and my baby breakfast burrito was delicious. Perfect portion for a light breakfast. Decor inside was nice.

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Where to park cars for this coffee shop? Is it on street parking or they have dedicated parking spots?

We do have free underground parking! The entrance to our lot is located on N.McCadden Pl., directly around the corner from the entrance to our Cafe on Santa Monica Blvd. Just let the security guard know you are here to enjoy Liberation Coffee House.

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Girl & The Goat

Girl & The Goat

4.4
(2.4k reviews)
6.9 mi

The food was so delicious and the vibe was so fun that I completely forgot to take pictures; that…read moreshould tell you everything! We came as a group of 4 and ordered our way through the menu: Chickpea fritters: a table favorite! The chickpeas were soooo deliciously crispy. Pickled pepper blueberry cornbread: cornbread is usually hit or miss for me, but omg... probably the top cornbread I've EVER had. Spicy handroll dip: sooooo yum! My second favorite dish of the night. Pork belly noodles: the star of the evening! So delicious, and the pork belly is cooked absolutely perfectly. Goat empanadas: good but not super memorable for me personally, though half our table really enjoyed them. Roasted carrots :solid, but a dish we'd probably swap out for something new next time. Mango sticky rice: didn't have high expectations, but I was very impressed. Sweet without being overly sweet, and the sticky rice was absolutely delicious. Would 100% get again. S'mores : I didn't try this one, but my table loved it. Service was great too, our server gave us awesome recommendations. Can't wait to come back!

This is a nice place to have brunch or dinner with friends. Have come here several times and every…read moretime, service is efficient and nice (waitresses and waiters, bartenders, and also table cleaning staff). People at the front of the house are hit or miss. Food is mostly consistent in its quality and flavors. The drinks are also consistently good. It's been rare that my guests and I have had any negative feedback. Even during DineLA, when many restaurants become subpar in food and service (aka, Zaytinya in Culver City), Girl & the Goat maintain its quality and respectful treatment of customers. I really enjoy this place.

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Zinc Café & Bar

Zinc Café & Bar

4.0
(2.3k reviews)
7.0 mi
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Full bar
Happy hour specials

I want to update my review about the location of Zinc that I wrote over a decade ago. Since my…read moreinitial review, I've continued to come to this restaurant. It remains a unique addition to the neighborhood, as well as a good place to grab some interesting dishes. Since the opening of this particular business, the Zinc chain has opened in a few other locations. Those locations are much newer in not only their establishment but their design. This is not to say that this is still not an interesting, well-designed business, but, with time, it has become a little bit rundown. I hate to say it, but that is the truth. This location could really use an update and perhaps a deep cleaning. I was, in fact, kind of surprised at the condition of this business, for example, on the way towards their restrooms. From my opinion, it needs an clean up and an update. Also, the litter that surrounded some of the outdoor tables where I was sitting at my most recent visit was very surprising. This is just something to keep in mind if you're coming here for your first visit. In terms of what they offer for food, though it has evolved a bit over the years, they still have a great, heath-based menu, with some very interesting choices. For all of you vegetarians and vegans out there, you will, for sure, be able to find some tasty food to eat. Once upon a time, this restaurant was impacted with tons and tons of people. It was constantly full with people either going to the bakery and/or sitting down for table service. Shortly past their opening each day, there would be a line of people waiting for service. This seems to have changed, however. Meaning, if you're looking for an interesting place to eat, with some good dishes, at the far Southeast side of DTLA, near the lofts district, and you want a place without a long wait to get a table and/or your food, this may still be your place to go.

This was, without a doubt, the worst experience I've ever had at Zinc. I've been coming here on and…read moreoff for the past four years and have never experienced customer service this bad. We started with coffee. My boyfriend ordered a mocha, and I ordered a salted caramel latte. His drink was fine, but mine had absolutely no flavoring. As a former barista, I could immediately tell it was just a plain iced latte. I politely asked the waitress if they had forgotten the syrup, and she insisted, "There is syrup in it, but I can ask them to add more." I knew there wasn't any syrup, but I didn't want to argue, so I said, "Sure, please add more." A few minutes later, the manager came over and told me they actually didn't have salted caramel. So I asked if I could just get a regular caramel latte instead. She then told me they couldn't make that either because they were out of caramel sauce, the very reason they couldn't make the salted caramel in the first place. So why hand me a plain iced latte and tell me it had syrup when you knew you didn't even have the ingredients? Why not simply come back and let me know you were out and ask if I'd like something else? Instead, I was given a regular latte at the price of a flavored one (plus they later charged me for the syrup they never even added). For context, I had originally ordered a dirty chai, which they also couldn't make. So that's two drinks they didn't have, yet no one thought to communicate that before serving me something completely different. When I told the manager I'd look back at the menu for another option, she responded, "Okay... are you going to tell the waitress what drink you want?" I just looked at her, confused, and said, "Well... yeah?" How else was I supposed to order a replacement? The interaction came across as unnecessarily rude. Then it was time to order food. My boyfriend ordered the truffle burger, and I ordered the French toast. The waitress came back a few minutes later and said they couldn't make the French toast. No problem, I told her I'd also have the truffle burger. She acknowledged it, wrote it down, asked how I wanted it cooked, and what side I wanted. I ordered it medium-well with fries. So both burger orders were sent in at the same time. About 20 minutes later, the food arrived, but only my boyfriend's burger and an extra side of fries that we never ordered. At that point, we didn't even bother saying anything about the fries because we were trying to avoid making things more difficult. We waited another 20 minutes (even though it was so slow). My boyfriend finished eating, and my burger still hadn't come out. Finally, we asked for the check and requested that my burger be removed since it never arrived. That's when the waitress told us I had never ordered a second burger. I was honestly speechless. I reminded her that she had taken my order after telling me they couldn't make the French toast. She had written it down, asked how I wanted it cooked, and asked what side I wanted. Her response was that she thought I meant only my boyfriend's burger. That explanation made no sense because my boyfriend's order had already been taken before she took mine. It honestly felt like we were being gaslit over something as simple as ordering a burger. To make matters worse, after we paid and were finally leaving, I looked at the receipt and realized I had been charged for the salted caramel latte that I never actually received. We had to go back yet again. Thankfully, a different employee, not the waitress or the manager helped us. They were friendly, understanding, and quickly corrected the charge. I'm not sure if management has changed, but this entire experience was unnecessarily frustrating from beginning to end. Everything that could have gone wrong did. Honestly, I should've taken the "B" health grade posted on the window as a warning. We ended up walking over to Blue Bottle next door for coffee instead, and I'd absolutely recommend going there if you're looking for a place that actually values customer service. After four years of coming to Zinc, this experience has me seriously questioning whether I'll ever be back.

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Distrito Catorce

Distrito Catorce

4.2
(46 reviews)
7.4 mi

Distrito Catorce is a gem in Boyle Heights that delivers on all fronts. The food was outstanding!…read moreFresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared, with authentic flavors and quality ingredients that stood out from the first bite to the last. The ambiance was welcoming and the art was tasteful. What truly elevated the experience was the service. The staff were attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, making us feel genuinely welcomed throughout the meal. They were quick to offer recommendations and ensured everything was perfect without being intrusive. We ordered the tostaditas de atún agua chile negro, beet salad, carne asada taco and Al pastor taco and watched the World Cup game. Distrito Catorce combines exceptional food, a great atmosphere, and top-notch service. It's the kind of place that leaves you planning your next visit before you've even finished your meal. Definitely plan on coming back to watch more World Cup games.

I knew heading into Distrito Catorce that I wanted to see three things . The closing art exhibit,…read morehear the live band, and finally try Chef Jonathan's menu. It was basically a grand slam. To be honest, I was already biased because his Smorgasburg pop-ups were consistently good. But Distrito Catorce is different , it's like art. My favorite dish was the tacos de papa with salsa macha. The crunch of the potato taco riding into the salsa macha and crema felt like home, but with some extra pop. His salsa game is on point. The scallion salsa on the ribeye taco was also gas. Lastly, I really dug the tostadita de atún. It hit perfectly on these hot summer days. Low-key, I still want to try the El Rey de Noche. Tacos de beef trompo are starting to hit LA, and dude was ahead of the curve making picanha-brisket tacos de trompo. Service is smooth too. The servers are helpful, and solid at the bar. Overall, it's a cool spot with a menu that feels unique to LA.

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Art counter entrance a safe space   Paint & Brunch at Distrito Catorce  Facilitated by Liliflor Art
Art counter entrance a safe space Paint & Brunch at Distrito Catorce Facilitated by Liliflor Art
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Manuela

Manuela

4.2
(2.3k reviews)
6.6 mi
$$

We were going to the Obscure Bar in the Arts District for the 6 cocktail we had no clue what at 8pm…read moreand while I had walked past this beautiful restaurant a few times roaming around the DTLA arts district, I had never actually eaten at Manuela's. This restaurant is set in the Hauser and Wirth art Gallery complex and since we got there early we toured the front gallery with an incredible assist from a docent named Michael who pointed out the most incredible pieces and steered us to the gallery at the back of the complex behind Manuela's. Both galleries are worth exploring. However, back to Manuela's. Our very friendly server sat us on the large wraparound patio and after my explaining my celiac issues and getting some guidance on their incredible menu, we shared the following after my friend ordered a delicious Sangria while knowing as a lightweight and cheap date I would be having 6 cocktails later, I ordered the Ta Ta Tatiana- Watermelon, ginger, honey, lemon, mint, bitters: Cast iron cornbread, cultured butter, wildflower honey Kusshi oysters, Nantes carrot mignonette Arugula, emerald beauty plum, goat cheese, spiced pecans, aged balsamic Hokkaido scallops, brown butter-bacon vinaigrette, mustard greens The oysters came out first and had a delightful and unusual carrot mignonette. Small and not like Louisiana Gulf Oysters, they were fresh and delicious. Next came the Arugula salad that was tart and tasty as well as a generous portion. The cast iron cornbread was ridiculously so good I joked that I would just order two of them next time. This joint actually makes their cornbread without flour which is sadly rare for me so not only was this a gluten free treat, it was light and just melted in blissful corn flavor. Last came the scallops in a brown butter bacon vinaigrette with mustard greens that was so perfectly prepared these might be the best scallops I've ever eaten, which can sometimes be dicey. With the sauce they could have served blackened, sautéed asphalt and it would have tasted good. Well done to Manuela's all around.

My girlfriends hosted my baby shower sprinkle at Manuela in the Arts District, and I truly couldn't…read morehave asked for a better experience, especially it being most of our first time there. The outdoor space was absolutely beautiful and the perfect setting to celebrate with my closest friends and family. We did a family-style brunch, and let me tell you, they did not miss. We started with the arugula salad, Louisiana shrimp aguachile, and cream biscuits. Those biscuits? Listennnn. Order them. Fight over them if you have to. lol They were THAT good! For the main dishes, we shared the French toast, chilaquiles, and shrimp and grits, along with house-made bacon and butterball potatoes. The French toast and bacon were my favorites by far. My goodness. I am still thinking about them. The shrimp and grits were also perfectly seasoned and packed with flavor. What made me laugh was that our group is usually very chatty. There was so much talking, catching up, and laughing. Then the food arrived and suddenly all you heard were forks and spoons hitting plates followed by a bunch of "mmm," "oh wow," and "girl! you've got to try this." That's when you know the food is doing its job. Our server was amazing and took such great care of us. Everything came out smoothly, and we never felt rushed. Between the beautiful setting, incredible food, and being surrounded by people I love, it was one of those afternoons I'll always remember. I'll absolutely be back, and those biscuits and French toast will be the first things I order.

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Now offering Wine & Beer for takeaway and delivery.  Visit our website for more details.  manuela-la.com
Now offering Wine & Beer for takeaway and delivery. Visit our website for more details. manuela-la.com
Cast Iron Cornbread, Steen's Butter
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