This was my favorite place for about a year until their lead barista and Manager left…read more The last two times I've been back for coffee the drip has been brewed poorly and or extracted incorrectly. Really really really delicious beans with the distinct taste of lotion/soap. Oops. Taste starts so good and then gets so gross. Fyi as it cools the taste is even more apparent. Also really bummed they took the great photography off the walls and replaced it with hospital waiting room art. lol is the Dodger stadium photo for sale?

Stopped by Mad Lab Coffee to check out their tasty coffee drinks! Their regular ice coffee utilized…read morea coffee bean co-fermented wih green apple and indeed had a prominent apple taste followed by coffee flavors. Sadly they were out of this type of bean until next week, otherwise we would have definitely gotten them! The dolly latte had everything I ever wanted in a latte. Not only was the espresso and milk combined really nicely, but also it was slightly sweetened with ?caramel, almost reminded me of sweet condensed milk. Overall it tasted like a combination of an American latte with Viet coffee! Staff were nice and friendly. Some bench seating on the inside but lots of tables/chairs outside. The seafoam green is hard to miss and pretty aesthetically pleasing in contrast to the shades of coffee brown. Street parking only. Would definitely stop by next time I'm in town!

I have not stopped thinking about that black sesame brown sugar latte since I had it for the first…read moretime last week. It was perfectly balanced, not too sweet, not too strong (but rich coffee flavor) and creamy but not oily, just so delicious. And the location is a nice spot too. It looked as much like an art gallery as it did a coffee spot. It is small but it has nice designated areas to work and relax. When I was there it was also quiet which is a nice change from a lot of coffee shops. And I believe it was the Owner who made my drink and she was very friendly and chill without being you know that kind of corporate-y overly effusive. The whole vibe could be summed up as relaxed. It's a really relaxed and relaxing environment. But if nothing else I will absolutely be back for that latte, it was *delicious*.

Espresso Social Club is such an easily missed spot since it's on a street with not much signage…read more Drive by, and you really will miss it! Walk by, and... you have keen eyes if you catch the sign by the door. Walk in, and you're welcomed by the most inviting woman who's ready to make you one of the best espressos and drinks from scratch. I'm not one to be venture out of a basic iced latte, but I knew I had to go for one of their seasonals when they had black sesame - unfortunately sold out! (Even at 11am... must be popular!) Somehow, some way, I had the privilege of trying their iced oat latte with black sesame foam. There was everything to like about this drink from the perfectly bold espresso - a good balance of nutty but toasty - but also a sesame cream foam. After getting the drinks, there is a quiet space to sit around and lounge about. Have a book or magazine? The couch is perfect. Have work to do? There's small tables in the hallway or even a large table and desk inside the private room. Comfortably enough, the ambiance itself is best described as open arms exclaiming "Welcome Home!" almost like a friend or neighbor is inviting you to their apartment for a cup of coffee. Wi-Fi and outlets are definitely available here. The only thing to bring to reach a flow state is your own set of noise cancelling earbuds. The walls and doors are indeed paper thin, and the traffic from the street does have a way of echoing and rumbling these walls. Other than that, though, my only bittersweet feeling with sharing this glowing review of Espresso Social Club is that finding space to work on future visits might now be a bit more competitive.

My new favorite spot for decadent matcha and hojicha drinks!…read more The cream top on the hojicha einspanner was so creamy and thick, and it was also the perfect level of sweetness. The strawberry matcha einspanner was also yummy and had a great presentation The space is pretty small but there are a few seats available. The line was around 20 minutes long on a Saturday afternoon. Like most spots in ktown, the parking lot is limited and you'll likely need to find street parking, but it is definitely worth the hype!

This was our last stop of our mini cafe tour when leaving LA and headed back home. We came…read moreshortly after opening, so there was plenty of parking and it wasn't crazy crowded yet. Upon entering the place is clean, sleek, and modern. We were greeted right away. I already knew I was leaving with 2 drinks for the drive back home. I ordered: 1. Cold brew vanilla: Delicious, I love that tou can see the vanilla cream on top. This was definitely what I needed to wake me up. 2. Matcha einspener: I tasted this and immediately loved it when leaving the store. I saved it for last. It was so light and refreshing. I could easily drink it all day if they had a bigger size lol. I was hoping to try the seasonal mango cream matcha, but sadly it was gone. 3. Pastries: I wanted to try the sampler but I don't thinking they had it yet. I tried one of the cinnamon pastries. It was soft and very cinnamony. Overall, it was a great experience and I'll be back soon.

The Vibe Crisp, modern, and very "La Brea." It is more of a…read moresocial hub than a workspace. Service was so fast! The Standouts The Marlow Latte is smooth and well-crafted. Elite Tips There is a dedicated parking lot in the back, which is a rarity for this area. Perfect stop before hitting the Tar Pits

LOVE their signature Marlowe Latte - exquisite with cinnamon maple cream on top. A great treat…read morejust by itself. Their avocado bagel is great - the combination of cream cheese, fresh cucumber and pickled red onion give it a delightful taste, just enough protein but not too heavy or greasy. At $5-7 per cup, their coffee drinks are at par with most local shops in the area; their food items are around $10-12. I think it's reasonable and I've come here a few times because their atmosphere is so nice! The modern but homey decor is beautiful, calming, and relaxing. If you like white/beige toned interior you may fine this place nice and welcoming. We've had good service here - while they are often busy, I see their staff making every effort to serve the customers and keep the place clean.

Super friendly and cute coffee spot. Keep in mind parking…read moreis strictly on the street the valet is not for the coffee shop. Kinda secluded but still amazing and worth the trip. I tried their Americano with thick lavender creme and it was subtle yet nice. Never had an Americano like that and I didn't hate it. I say that because I normally do take my coffee on the dark side with zero to a splash of milk. But this did look appealing so I said why not be different today lol They also had food tried the bulgolgi burrito it was okay very hearty on the meat and had two eggs on it but I felt something was missing? It wasn't bad def massive and I felt like I had enough for 3 total meals lol Ventured out here after taking Ruby out to the vet hospital and needed to kill time for pick up. Def would be back again. You could see they knew the locals as many frequent this spot as a grab and go coffee joint. Great vibes and massive outdoor patio with lots of seating for working as well! !

Loved the ambience. A nice cafe with spacious outdoor seating. Great place to chat or get some work…read moredone and easy street parking. I got the guava matcha. I appreciate that the guava was a real guava puree but I felt that it didn't go that well with the matcha. It also comes in a very small size for a regular.

I first came to this spot because a friend of mine invited a group of us for a galentines gathering…read morewhere we made charm bracelets and bag chains. Travis was so accommodating, even though at some point we had taken over several tables (in our defense it was not particularly busy). Now, I come here sometimes when I'm not running late to work/have some extra time to spare in the morning. The space is set up great for catching up with friends (like we did) or getting some work done (I always see at least one person on a laptop when I drop by). There's a little parking lot right in front, and I've been able to park there easily each visit. I normally order some sort of cold coffee. On my most recent visit I got a blue mint latte, which was both aesthetically pleasing and delicious. I'm also a fan of the pastries. I've had some sort of tomato pastry and a jalapeño cheese croissant, both of which satisfied whatever savory craving I was having. I appreciate the resources posted, the signage that's up, and the community events that happen here. The energy and intention behind this space are wonderful.

I was looking for a café in the area and came across this place on Google. My sister and I were a…read morelittle hesitant at first, but we really needed coffee and something to eat. I'm so glad we decided to give it a try! The veggie sandwich was absolutely delicious. I'm still thinking about it. It had the perfect balance of flavors and textures. I'm not sure whether it was the house-made tomato jam, the pickled onions, or the combination of both, but it was amazing. The roasted almonds were a pleasant surprise and added a great crunch to every bite. Overall, the sandwich was flavorful, well-balanced, and definitely not dry. A must-try if you visit! On top of that, the staff and I believe the owner as well were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I'll definitely be back.

I love independently-owned coffee shops, both big and small and Dam Good Coffee is a great…read moreneighborhood shop! It is located in a small little plaza, around the corner from Sonoratown. There isn't many tables to sit and enjoy your beverage and I have always grabbed my order to go. I have come here a dozen times and I always order the same thing: honey vanilla iced latte and an ube donut. I intend to try more on the menu and would order something if my gut tells me to but I tend to stick to the tried and true. You can taste the espresso and the honey! Service has always been very friendly and efficient. I notice that from time to time, they would have an event, where vendors are set up outside. I would suggest following their social medias to get updates on these special pop-ups.

Catchy name and did show bold confidence. The barista welcomed us with abundant joy, making us felt…read moreas if we're just daily customers walking in. We came for quick grab and go, getting their favorite Dam Good Latte - their house version of Latte with vanilla and caramel. It's indeed more on the sweet side and I would certainly ask for less sweet on my next-go. Nonetheless, loving their strong coffee flavor which seemed to be either medium or dark roast. They had small outdoor patio in front should you wanna have a sip on the spot.

Stopped by Roji Bakery and ended up leaving with a whole box of pastries. Everything looked too…read moregood to pick just one. The pastries tasted super fresh, light, and not overly sweet, which I really appreciated. It's the kind of place where you can tell there's real attention to quality. Already planning to go back and try more.

This place is so good. We had the dirty Thai iced teas and wow they're soooo good. A great place to…read moredo some remote work, it's relatively quiet but a cute ambiance. We also got a baguette to take home. $4 for a freshly baked baguette? I wanna go there everyday lol. It was so delicious and I want to try their sandwiches. Will definitely be back!