Strawberry matcha tonic. YES! Not something I would usually order but I needed something refreshing on a Friday afternoon. Friendly service. I saw a few bakery options, but at 4:00 pm they are mostly short stock. Vibe is very modern, warm and comforting. Chia pudding, yogurt parfait, pressed juices, premade wrapped burritos, of course, coffee and other matcha options. Not extensive menu but it needn't be. I'm sitting at 1 of 2 small tables outside. I'd much prefer to be inside than enjoying the sights and sounds of Spring Street, in full bloom with the smell of urine wafting in the air. But alas, my young son needs to be able to spot me outside (he's taking care of some business nearby) so I endure. But for sure, this tonic makes it all much easier! read more

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For starters, parking here was fairly difficult though not a surprise in this area of town. The streets aren't exactly the most pleasant to walk around, but Mad Lab itself was a very calm escape from the outside craziness. I had a Chele Palmer (strawberry + coffee), and it was described as club soda with brown sugar, strawberry puree and espresso. The drink itself was an interesting, mad lab experiment indeed. I didn't enjoy it too much, but it indeed tasted as described. The puree didn't mesh well in the drink and sunk to the bottom. Without a straw, it's absent. With a straw, it was super sweet. There was definitely a carbonated coffee kind of taste. Item as described? Yes. Order again? Likely not. read more

Nice casual spot for coffee and matcha with some seating, free wifi, and a bathroom, making this spot great for working. Service has always been friendly and fairly quick. Drinks are good. read more

Mad Lab Coffee - Dolly coffee and matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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It's hard to find specialty coffee especially co-ferment coffee beans roasted in town. I typically have to purchase online sourced elsewhere. Patricia D posted this place on Yelp and so I had to check out their coffee menu and products. Low and behold they roast co-ferment coffee. Amazing enough they're local with a few locations scattered through DtLA and west of. Co-ferment coffee is a process where a coffee producer typically harvest single origin coffee cherries and uses a fermenting process along with yeast and fruit for days and dried to obtain a obtain particular fruit notes. Typically, a roaster like Mad Lab will roast the green coffee beans in their own ways to obtain their signature flavor notes for the type of coffee brew. Awesome to see the local and I typically purchase their lychee, passion fruit and green apple co-ferment coffee beans. Worth trying if you don't care for nutty, chocolatey, spicy, earthy or bitter type coffee roast. Coffee beans here are smooth with fruit notes. read more

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The place itself is nice BUT the coffee is horrible. One of the worst espresso I have had (you cannot cheat on a black espresso with mo sugar). Overly acidic, borderline sour espresso with zero finish. No length, no body- the flavor just disappears. Harsh and unbalanced. Hopefully they will switch suppliers read more

I love popping into independent coffee shops (or local chains) when I travel. This was my LA stop in on my most recent trip. The coffee and pastries were good. My friend's everything bagel croissant was chock full of cream cheese. My chocolate chip cookie was really good. My coffee was interesting. I tried one of the specialty coffees, the Dreamsickle, iced. It was basically an orange mocha. In retrospect, it needed some sweeting. It was true to flavor, but my brain kept expecting "sweet" to be part of the flavor profile and it wasn't. Service was really slow, especially considering they weren't that busy, but the staff was friendly. It seems like this is a place people hang out. We were there for a bit and there wasn't much turn. The space was bright and clean. I also really appreciated their merch, even though I didn't buy anything. Definitely worth a stop if you need a caffeine fix in downtown LA. read more

Mad Lab Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The coffee was amazing!!!! Service was great!! Best part its walking distance from my job... Definitely will go back again

I love their logo! Aren't we all a little dead inside before having our first cup of coffee? I've been to their Hollywood location, which is more to-go with outside seating. This location is nice and spacious, with plenty of seating, perfect for remote work. I had the espresso tonic. The espresso was perfect, with no acidity. It was refreshing and mellow. I appreciated the addition of an orange slice. Most citrus helps bridge the gap between espresso and tonic water. I paid about $7.16, including tip, which is affordable compared to the typical prices around town. They have a ready-to-eat fridge with sodas, canned lattes, and juices. The staff are awesome! They were welcoming and engaged. They checked how my drink tasted. I'll be adding this cafe to my rotation. read more

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Easily the best espresso tonic I've ever had, which has been my new drink of choice the last 4-5 years. Beautiful presentation, coffee was strong but rich, tonic was bubbly and refreshing and the dried lemon slice rounded it out well. Not sweet at all, just how I like it. Great atmosphere, was able to work at a table for about 4-5 hours, only left around 4pm because the customers next to me thought it was ok to openly watch movies with full volume and talk on the phone.... Make sure to bring your headphones. Bathroom is pristine, but will need the code. read more

Mad Lab Coffee - Espresso tonic - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Mad Lab Coffee isn't just a coffee shop born in DTLA; it's a testament to the dedication that owner, Andrew, has poured into every aspect. Quality coffee, creative menus, and loving community. I am so happy that they opened their newest location in DTLA in March 2025, as an addition to their existing locations in Hollywood, Mid-City, and Mar Vista. Their rapid expansion shows how their quality coffee has been successful at each community. This DTLA location has plenty of seats, cozy vibe, nice open barista counters to chat with their staff, power plugs, and clean bathrooms. For a black coffee aficionado like myself, the bean selection and roasting technique are paramount, and Mad Lab delivers in spades. Their offerings are diverse and meticulously curated, showcasing single origins to co-fermented (Blackberry, Lychee, etc.). Every cup I have tried gave me such a pleasant journey with both complex and satisfyingly smooth touch. While I personally lean towards black coffee, they have very creative and enticing latte options - Cherry Pie Latte, Fig-based Old Fashion etc. as well. Cups of Americanos I have got from many of their staff members at Mad Lab Coffee have been the best ones I have tasted. I'm a huge fan of their crafts. It's a true L.A. gem. read more

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Ordered: CUP OF JOE When I saw their sparkling water dispenser, that's when I knew someone cooked here. Their Joe was pretty gas. Honestly wouldn't even get anything else because the quality of their regular coffee is fire would recommend. Barista was fast to grab my order. very good place to work. nice vibes read more

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Great spot right in the middle of DTLA for a reliable pour-over. Plenty of places to charge your phone and laptop and get some work done read more

Mad Lab Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great coffee, great staff, and a great place to have an office day even meetings (virtual or in person).

Amazing drinks, ambiance, service, everything. Location is kind of unfortunate, but they have wifi, outlets, a restroom, amazing looking pastries!! Everything you need for a successful study session. read more

Mad Lab Coffee - Espresso tonic - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I went yesterday, cute spot, decent latte, very, very nice staff - the matcha looked very light but my friend enjoyed it. will definitely return read more

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I tried the chai and asked for one of their seasonal specialities so it was yam flavored! Really delicious, one of my favorite chai's I've had. Really spacious location with plenty of tables if you want to stay and work. read more

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coffee is mid and basic matcha is mid and basic several better coffee places walking distance

Staff is always super friendly and nice. I usually pop in early mornings when walking the dog and he always gets a treats. The space is really nice and chill. Good vibes for sure. I enjoy the chia, matcha and dolly latte. read more

Mad Lab Coffee - Iced Matcha latte & Dolly latte. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Place is like a gd sauna in there. No a/c. Never coming back. What's the point of a coffee shop that makes you sit there and sweat while you're SITTING? read more

The baristas were incredibly friendly, and my drink was fantastic. I thoroughly enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere, which was perfect for a weekend. I'm glad I stumbled upon this local gem; I'll definitely be returning for more. read more

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great coffee and super nice baristas that are more than happy to explain their offerings - great study spot with outlets, decent seating, and they never blast loud obnoxious music the times i have gotten work done here. would def return read more

Mad Lab Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place seems seriously understaffed during the morning rush. Between 8:00 and 9:30am, they often appear to have only one person working, which makes wait times really long. I waited about 20 minutes for a drink. I don't think that's the barista's fault at all; it seems more like a management issue. If the shop were staffed more appropriately, I'd probably come here much more often. read more

They call it the mad lab because you'll go mad if you try this and can't come back. Unfortunately I was on vacation in LA. Now, back home, I wander the streets like a mad woman trying to get my fix but nothing compares to Mad Lab Coffee. I may have to relocate my entire life and move to LA now. My recommendation is the Dolly latte. read more

Large space, lots of outlets to charge devices to, friendly service, and delicious drinks! I forgot what the name of the drink was, but it was matcha with coconut water and it was so refreshing!! I miss that drink... I'll come back soon! read more

Service was mediocre, coffee doesn't back it up either. Very disappointed considering the reviews it already had

This is a cool little DT coffee shop. The Dreamsicle latte was smooth and tasty. I definitely recommend a visit!

As a coffee lover, I try to rate coffee shops based on a standard americano. I seriously recommend Mad Lab Coffee!!! It's also clear how much effort and skill goes into each cup! read more

Must try specialty coffee shop. They roast their own coffee beans with unique fruity notes such as blackberry that is present even in a latte. Friendly staff such Marcus and John made helpful suggestions. Their customer service was delightful and really took the time to connect with us and teach us about their coffee. Can't wait to return before work in the future. read more

Mad Lab Coffee - Blackberry espresso beans roasted by Mad Lab - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The service and ambiance is great! I loved the matcha latte, not too sweet which i like!

This place absolutely bangs. Most delicious pour-over I've had in a long while. Vibes are immaculate. Came here and worked for a few hours and would do it again in an instant. read more