Cute little cafe within a small strip center. Parking is available, but spaces can be taken because of the multiple businesses in the center. I actually finished getting a pedicure when I noticed a little line of people a few doors down and some outdoor tables. I had read about Olive & James but didn't know exactly where it was located, so happy that I stumbled upon O&J. I ordered the hojicha latte with honey. There is a choice of milks and sweeteners, which was nice for options. I also ordered the beef sandwich on Japanese Bread since it was lunchtime. Service was quick and friendly. The cafe has a handle full of tables/chairs inside and the darker decorum made it cozy. I really enjoyed the Hojicha latte. It wasn't overly sweet and I could taste the hojicha. Is it me or are cups shrinking?? Cute containers but they seem a bit small for the price. The sandwich was tasty. They used marinated beef, so it was flavorful. It's served with mushrooms on soft Japanese milk bread. The bread to meat ratio was perfect. This is one of those places that if you are thirsty, driving by and can get parking, then it was meant to be to stop for a drink as there are a lot of matcha and coffee places in the general vicinity. But, the sandwich options and the various basque cheesecakes (which I did not try) make this a more than just a fancy drink destination. read more

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After seeing positive reviews for Olive & James, I decided to try it out during a recent weekend afternoon. While there was a moderate line, it moved fairly quickly, and I appreciated the employee answering my questions about the menu. There was both indoor and outdoor seating, and the cafe felt trendy and "sceney" in a way that highlighted its current popularity. I ordered a matcha latte and thought it was well-made if a bit overly sweet; if I got it again in the future, I would adjust the sweetness level. They also offer a selection of food including and Basque cheesecake. While I couldn't see this place become one of my regular cafes, I'm happy I visited. read more

This is actually delicious matcha its perfect. I tried both their star items on the menu 1. Tiramisu Matcha Latte + Coconut Matcha Latte The tiramisu matcha latte was amazing and the biscoff cookie was delicious. I did add vanilla sweetner so it was extra sweet. 10/10 The coconut matcha had a blue foam that was fresh, not very coconutty tho, but I did add coconut milk to make it even fresher and it was great. No sweetner so it was not as sweet-- 8/10 Vibes were cute, parking in silverlake is always a plus and service was great, the baristas were very nice read more

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I got a blue coconut matcha and it's probably one of the best matcha drinks I've had. Inside has a nice aesthetic and there's an area where you can see inside the kitchen at what the chefs are making. I was looking for something to eat but I couldn't find a menu of what they had to eat or if they did so I wasn't able to get anything. Maybe next time would work better. read more

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I've been meaning to visit their Melrose location but always end up putting it off. I'm appreciative that their second location is much closer and an easy drive! We ordered their Double Green Pistachio Coffee and Matcha. The matcha was delicious! The pistachio rim added a nice chewy texture against the cream top. It wasn't overly sweet and the quality of matcha was great! The color was bright and not too earthy. The cafe is cute with plenty of tables and chairs--good for a date or catching up with friends. The staff are nice and the wait time was OK--there was a lot of people during our visit. Overall, my first time was a positive experience and I would likely come back! read more

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I was early to a facial so I was looking for somewhere to kill time and between here and rok, I picked Oliver & James for some cheesecake because I wanted something to eat while sipping on matcha. It's a cute spot, but I'm getting a little old lol so the lack of lighting and menus being off to the side away from the register was a little off-putting. I actually didn't realize they had other food aside from the cheesecake till I saw a guy at another table get breakfast. The matcha was good, but I didn't get a strong pistachio flavor from the cream top. The pistachio ring around the cup felt a little gimmicky and overall, the price for the amount of matcha felt really steep. I get everywhere is expensive now and you're not supposed to inhale matcha, but I wasn't super impressed. The basque cheesecake was good; almost pushed my review to 4 stars because of it. The cream top for it was also not super flavorful; it was actually less sweet than the cheesecake which was an interesting contrast. The strawberry was really tart so you know it's fresh. Anyways, I know everything is expensive nowadays, but in terms of where I'd personally overspend, this didn't hit the mark for me and i'd only come back if someone I knew wanted to check them out. read more

Olive & James - Pistachio matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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It's May 2, 2026! Happy National Matcha Day!! Ohhh yesss...Matcha craving totally satisfied at OLIVE & JAMES (Silverlake) Los Angeles, CA! What a gem!! I discovered O&J through my TikTok FYP where they announced a collab with Estherscafe_ to promote the Mango Strawberry Matcha!! Also, the first 200 customers would receive a free gift from Esther! The drink was PERFECTION!! And the free gift was so thoughtful, which included a tiny, personalized envelope. The Japanese Toast Egg & Bacon Sandwich was hands down THE BEST breakfast sandwich I've had. Seriously!! We waited a while for it, and now I can see why!! It was made with complete care and love. We personally thanked Olive after we finished everything, and she was kind! She said we should come back to try the Japanese Toast Beef Sandwich. The Basque Cheesecake was out of this world!!! So creamy and delicious. I picked the regular (plain) slice, but they also have seasonal flavors like Mango Strawberry and Oreo! We arrived just before their 8:30am opening time and there was already a handful of people waiting. Oh the anticipation! I was already drooling just thinking about the food and beverage. The interior is designed with deep green hues, which made the ambiance feel cool, calm, and prepared to drink matcha!! read more

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Small but very cute cafe in Silver Lake. Very calming and quiet inside. And definitely one of the better matchas in town. Their matcha is high quality and you can taste it with every sip. I will say $8 and their cups are very small so when I come here it's for a treat and not very often. Also their basque cheesecake is elite! Rich in flavor and great texture. None else can replicate it. Only downside it's Silver Lake parking. read more

I was so excited to finally check out the new Olive and James location in Silver Lake! The service was friendly, and I love how they switched up their aesthetic for this location - the deep green color scheme and decor give the space a moody, elegant, and refined vibe. The space itself is on the smaller side but there are a couple tables inside and outside the store. I normally go for their matcha so I tried something different this time - I got their tiramisu hojicha latte (less sweet) and it was yummy! The cream is on the sweet side so I could have even gotten the latte unsweetened. The downside is their cups are on the small size - I do wish they were bigger for the price. I need to stop by again and try their food items and cheesecake! Parking: street parking or limited parking in the lot out front. read more

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Glad they opened this location in Silverlake as it is much closer to us than the melrose location. I really like dark green / emerald tones and tables that have little candles on them. It gives an intimate vibe. The staff was friendly and helpful. We ordered the Double Green Pistachio Coffee and Double Green Pistachio Matcha. Both were exclusive for the Silverlake location. Both drinks were great and highly recommended. The pistachio flavor really comes through without being overwhelming. Will definitely come back to try the cakes and other food menu items which look really good. read more

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THIS IS MY FAVORITE CAFE IN SL! Upon arriving, the cashier greeted us nicely. He recommended me the sandwich and it was amazing. The matcha tiramisu was super good. Very well assembled, rich and creamy foam. I was in heaven. I loved the interior too. Super sophisticated, well maintained, I'll definitely be backkk! read more

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Short little delicious drinks. I love this place so much. The only issue is paying $17.56 for two short iced down drinks you can drink in two sips is a lot before tipping. They could even add more ice and a talker sippy cup to make people feel like they aren't being taken. read more

Olive & James - $17.56 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Yet another coffee shop in Silverlake. I guess I should be thankful since I have many to choose from depending on my mood. I have been wanting to visit their original location, but because it's a bit far, I have been putting it off. Now, it's less than a mile away with parking in the plaza; I can visit as many times as I wish. Olive x James is known for their matcha, if I am not mistaken. They have a variety of options to choose from, and me being me, I had to go with hojicha because I am a big, big hojicha fan. I also ordered the Matcha Strawberry Cake in a Cup (there was only one left) to try, and it did not disappoint. More than the drink, I enjoyed the cake. Just from looking, I was a bit worried about the cream being overly sweet, but it was not! That was really nice. The cream was semi-sweet to my liking and very rich in flavor, which went so well with the cake. I would definitely order this again. But, I think they are well known also for their Basque cheesecake, so that is next on my list, specifically the one topped with strawberry cream/frosting. My Tiramisu Hojicha Latte was great. I loved that they had Lactaid whole milk as one of the options. I am lactose intolerant like many other Asians, and I would rather have Lactaid whole milk over oat or almond milk any day. They top it off with a piece of Lotus Biscoff cookie, which I am not a fan of, but I just left it inside the drink, and it got soft and became part of the drink. The staff helping me was so friendly and patient as I was asking questions as a first-timer. I really love the aesthetics of this cafe. Love the colors and furniture. Love the vibe; it's very different and unique from all the other coffee shops nowadays. As far as the matcha goes, I make matcha at home myself, and I have a top-grade ceremonial matcha, and I don't know if any place can compare with that, but I will have to come back and try myself to find out. It is so close and convenient! read more

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I'll start with the positives: Blue Coconut Matcha and the Japanese Toast Egg and Bacon sandwich were delicious. Friendly staff. The negatives: Outrageous prices: Matcha was $8 and came in a really tiny cup. Sandwich was $15 and was also way too small for that price point. In a telling sign, the sandwich prices aren't listed on the menu. There is no wifi and the backless, uncomfortably low chairs are clearly designed to keep you from staying long. It's obvious because they also have signs asking you to vacate during busy times. It all added up to feeling of being ripped off and unwelcome. Not a winning combination. I understand wanting to prevent people from loitering, but it didn't feel good either. I won't be returning unless they make changes. A shame because their product is so good. read more

Olive & James - Almost $30 for this? - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The baristas were super nice and this location has convenient parking right upfront. The reason I give Olive & James a 4/5 stars instead of a 5 is because I personally didn't enjoy the flavors of the speciality lattes. I came here to try some of the viral drinks and it just didn't sit right with my own taste palette. If you like your latte's on the stronger end, the tiramisu latte is a perfect twist. I think the cold foam is coffee flavored which helps keep the flavor strong, as opposed to a regular cream top which tends to sweeten drinks. I am also not a big coconut fan so I did not have high expectations about the blue coconut matcha. To my surprise, the coconut flavor did not throw me off. However, I was thrown off about the after taste this drink has. At first sip, it tastes sweet, but then there is this "ice cream" feel to it. Out of the tiramisu latte, the blue coconut matcha, and the triple matcha, I would pick the triple matcha as my most-liked. I don't think I'd grab the other drinks again, but I am keen on trying their regular matcha to see what the basic drinks are like! read more

Olive & James - Triple Matcha, Blue Coconut Matcha, Tiramisu Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Tried their Melrose location before and was excited to check out this newer Sunset location! The Melrose shop has more of a white colored, minimalistic aesthetic, while the Sunset location has a darker, black color interior that gives it a different vibe. I ordered their matcha latte, which was solid overall. I personally prefer a more roasted umami matcha flavor profile, but theirs leans more toward a rich, vegetal, grassy profile. If that's your ideal matcha style, you'll definitely enjoy it here! The space itself is on the smaller side, with about five small tables and one long communal table. They also sell basque cheesecakes, which looked really tempting. There's a small parking lot available. I went on a Saturday and noticed that around 11am, a long line started to form. But arriving before 11am made parking easy, and there wasn't much traffic getting in or out. Overall a fun place to try out! read more

Olive & James - Matcha latte with honey sweetener - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Delicious matcha. I don't think you need to add sweetener - the cream top is already pretty sweet. Nice staff plus bathrooms and parking. Aesthetic inside. Wish there was more outdoor seating! I'll always come back for their matcha. read more

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I was already a fan of Olive x James, so when they opened a location in Silverlake, I was eager to check it out. This location feels like the other's cooler, moodier, sister. A lux, cave-like oasis decked out with greens and golds, it feels elevated and glamorous. This location is bigger than the one in Melrose District, so while it was quite busy, it didn't feel packed. Service was fast and friendly and my tiramisu matcha latte hit as always. Seems this location also does a signature basque cheesecake. Tragically, I was already over my dairy limit, but I'll be back to try it out. read more

Olive & James - Iced Oat Tiramisu Matcha Latte w/ Oat Milk & Vanilla Bean - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Olive & James is such a vibe. The whole place just has a really chill, easygoing vibe--perfect spot to sit, relax, and enjoy your drink without feeling rushed. We ended up trying the Tiramisu Hojicha Latte, the Blue Coconut Matcha, and a slice of their Basque cheesecake, and honestly everything hit. The hojicha latte was smooth and had that deep roasted flavor, and the tiramisu twist made it feel a little different in a good way. The Blue Coconut Matcha was super refreshing and light--not too sweet, which I appreciated. But the Basque cheesecake... that was the standout for me. Super creamy, soft in the middle, with that slightly burnt top that gives it a nice balance. You can tell they take their time with it. Overall, just a really good experience--good drinks, good dessert, and a great vibe. We will be back soon. read more

Olive & James - Tiramisu Hojicha Latte & Blue Coconut Matcha, and a slice of Basque cheesecake, - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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If there was a badge for an Olive & James Melrose frequent flyer, I'd have one. So obviously had to check out the Sunset location stat. Love the luxe green and gold interior. Very different than the Melrose location and can appreciate both. Had the tried and true iced tiramasu matcha latte and it hit, as it always does. The Biscoff cookie dipped in the foam top is a fantastic combo bite. This visit was special because I got to meet none other than Olive herself!! She was super kind and definitely cares on delivering a good customer experience. I asked her where James was and she said he was at their other location. Happy to see Olive & James expanding and continuing to serve the community with care and yummy bevvys. read more

very trendy & moody spot / can't believe how much it has transformed from cochinito {rip} it's a great little space. parking is decent depending on time of day, either in the small lot of the strip mall or on side streets or meters on sunset. the matcha itself was delicious but definitely pricey! more of a treat spot, for sure. service was really great & I will def be back. read more

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The matcha has an actual matcha taste and is not too powdery. I liked the coconut cream top. Only issue is their cups are so small read more

Olive & James - Coconut cream matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I enjoyed this spot! The strawberry basque cheesecake so yummy. I got the blue coconut latte and it was good but I just wish it had more coconut flavor i barely tasted it so it was just kinda like a standard latte but I drank it all. The pistachio was good too. I'd come back for the cheesecake! read more

Olive & James - Strawberry basque cheesecake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Cute little coffee spot with a cozy vibe. The place is small but really charming, and the servers were awesome--super friendly and welcoming. I tried the tiramisu latte and the blue matcha, and both were surprisingly good. The tiramisu latte had a nice dessert-like flavor without being overly sweet, and the blue matcha was refreshing and unique. Only downside is parking is pretty limited, so you might need a little patience finding a spot. Still definitely worth stopping by! read more

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Tried Tiramisu Matcha Latte and Double Green Pistachio Matcha without syrup or sweetener. Both of them were scrumptious. Portion size was quite small with this price plus tip. Parking was convenient. Atmosphere was nice. I might try their coffee next time if I am in the area. read more

Olive & James - Left: Tiramisu Matcha Latte Right: Double Green Pistachio Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came in during their soft opening and it's a cute spot. Aesthetically pleasing too. Service was great! I got the double green pistachio matcha. Matcha was smooth and I like the pistachio rim and crumbles they put in it. Paid about $11 ish with tip. read more

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my favorite matcha in all of los angeles so far, the triple matcha (make sure you mix the ice cream in fully) 10/10 read more

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This place is such a vibe. Love the decor! Great service! Pistachio double green coffee and tiramisu coffee were a hit. I asked for honey on my pistachio double green coffee and it was perfect. I also love that there was honey on the rim of the pistachio drink. Tasted amazing. The top of the drink is so creamy and definitely a nice pistachio taste. Tiramisu literally tasted like a tiramisu desert. Highly recommend! Free parking and a decent amount of seating space. I love that this location looks different from the melrose one. read more

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Wildly overpriced for how small the cup is and how big their ice cubes are. $15 for a slice of cheesecake is robbery although it was decent. Matcha cloud was the better drink than their deceivingly good looking double green pistachio matcha. Matcha taste is a fail for me as well, something just not right with it maybe too much ice. The guy that took our order clearly hates his job but prob hated us more for asking questions. Stagger is still the best, rok and memory look -- i'm a regular in those three and highly recommend them 2 star is for the taste of cheesecake and decent matcha cloud read more

Olive & James - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Vibe is different than other coffee shops, you would actually enjoy just sitting there. Tiramisu Iced Latte 10/10 Cheesecake 10/10 read more

Wow the best matcha I've ever had, especially if you like the earthy authentic taste in matcha, not too sweet or milky. The triple matcha has a scoop of matcha ice cream that blends in nicely with the drink. Really nice interior too will be coming back for sure. read more

Olive & James - Triple matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

They have six different variations of their matcha drink, I've tried all 6 (in the melrose location) they are really decent but nothing memorable imho. I'll come back for their $12 cheesecake slice though. As of February 2026 there aren any outdoor seats available and there's only 10-12 seats available inside. read more

Olive & James - Soft opening hours as of Feb 9, 2026. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

WOWWWW the drinks the food 10/10. Don't just come here for their incredible coffee and matcha you just try the breakfast. Ambiance is so so cute. Service is amazing owners are always there read more

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The cheesecake was delicious! My friend wanted to check out this cafe because he heard about the cheesecake and it did not disappoint. The flavor and texture was great, although the center of the cake was softer than I expected. I enjoyed both flavors even though I'm not usually a fan of Oreo! We originally got one to share between 6 of us but had to get another because we liked it so much. Will be coming back to try the mango next time. read more

Olive & James - Oreo cheesecake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Cozy and minimalist vibe spot to relax and catch up with friends. The matcha drinks were well made and tasteful. Also tried their sandwiches, which is surprisingly good as well. The staffs were friendly and welcoming. Will definitely come back if I'm around the area. read more

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Amazing vibes feels like you're in Japan! This was the best matcha I've ever had, super well balanced! read more

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The matcha here is pretty good if you are by the area. The service was really nice. And the place looks rlly cute and nice to sit while you are drinking your drink. read more

Olive & James - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I had such a great time going to Olive and James! I met Olive and found that she and her husband opened this place, her husband being James haha so cool. The matcha was yummy, I wished the cup was bigger lol. The cheesecake was delicious and very rich, it's definitely something you can share. The sandwich was so good and tasty! I like sweet and savory so it was nice to see it on the menu. The bread is so warm and delish and she stopped by our table to see how we liked it. Something else, the shop itself is just gorgeous! The tile, the marble, yellow stools, it's all so nice and I can definitely see myself reading a book and sipping on something yummy. read more

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So excited to have them finally open a store on the east side. The cheesecake is so good and the matcha is really decent. One of those spots you can easily spend 1-2 hours enjoying the afternoon vibe. read more

Coffee it's amazing ! I had come 3 times already the first 2 amazing service and food but the owner was there at that time making sure order were correct . Our 3 time not so well . We order our usual coffee beef sandwich and breakfast plate . The sandwich was so salty that we have to return it . And lady from the kitchen got a bit upset for returning the sandwich and making it again . breakfast comes with a toast and salad ....we ask for a fork for the salad and the cashier told us to use our hands to eat the salad , thanks but I rather use a fork and she said no we don't have forks in our restaurant . Service was awful that Saturday. I guess time to keep exploring silver lake its pack with coffee shops. read more