This place has such an amazing ambiance! I love that this cafe is a bicycle shop but serves breakfast and beer. The seating area is a nice beer garden with a bunch of tables and benches to eat at. Chicken Bacon Sandwich: 8/10 The sandwich came very hot with melted cheese everywhere. I got it on a bun instead of the signature bread. The sandwich was loaded with fresh ingredients. The chicken breast wasn't too dry and was a pretty decent sized breast. Sadly, the cheese wasn't that strong. I wanted it to come through a bit more so maybe if they used a sharper cheese. Although there was a lot I couldn't really taste it. Having some greens was nice but there was so much butter arugula some bites were fully bread and arugula. The bacon was obviously a great touch. Overall the sandwich was pretty decent! I would just use a sharper cheese and tone down the arugula and up the amount of aioli. I highly recommend this especially with the crispy waffle fries. The fries were almost too crispy but still very golden and satisfying. read more

Spoke - Chicken Bacon Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Went there for breakfast. Nice spot. The guy who took our order was too cool for school. I got the breakfast bun, with avocado no meat and no cheese. The flavor was OK but the brioche bun was a disaster. Super thick and stale. I removed most of it out. I got a side of crispy potatoes, they were delicious. My partner got a breakfast burrito with no meat, and it was pretty plain; lots of potatoes and some eggs. You stand in a long line to order, then you have to clean/remove the dishes but you can't forget to tip! read more

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This outdoor cafe and bike shop is one of the most unique spots in Los Angeles! The restaurant portion is very casual-- you order at the counter and they have a large variety of breakfast and lunch options, coffees, and alcoholic drinks, all reasonably priced. I came on a Sunday for lunch, and there were some open tables and the food was ready within 20 minutes. I got the orange creamsicle latte which was absolutely delicious, along with a grilled cheese and fries-- the waffle fries are a must! The atmosphere is very lively and all the seating is outdoors, but it's covered with some fans. You can rent a bike to bike the LA river path too. If you drive, you will need to street park, which might get crowded at times but isn't too bad. It's also kid and dog friendly read more

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I came here because I read somewhere on Reddit that they had the BEST BLT in LA. Stay tuned... Came here for brunch around 11am on a saturday. The line for ordering was about 6 people deep which seems short but it actually took about 15 minutes. I ordered the California BLAT w/ waffle fries and a canned orange wine, and my husband ordered the PB&J with a side a bacon and a sort of specialty iced coffee with mushrooms (forgot the name), and my dog ordered the grilled chicken. California BLAT was absolutely delicous. The bread was hearty, the tomatoes juicy, the lettuce and bacon crispy, and the avocado fresh. However, I do prefer a mayo heavy BLT whereas this had a more acid forward sauce. The waffle fries were perfection though- crispy exterior and fluffy interior. My canned orange wine ended up not being what I ordered. My husband grabbed everything while I sat with our dog. And the beverage I received was a Lemon Spritz instead, which I didn't notice until after I had opened the can and tasted it. Too late to say something unfortunately. My husband LOVED the PB&J. He doesn't typically talk/care about food but he did not stop raving about it, saying he could eat that every day. My dog loved the grilled chicken of course. My husband tried a piece and liked it too. Lol I would say other than the hiccup in my drink order and the semi-long wait, the food here is delicious and worth it. Also the vibes are chill and easy going. read more

Love this spot! Great spot on the path! Cool vibe, you can rent a bike, eat, grab a drink, get your bike fixed. The food came out within 15 minutes of ordering and they've got water on demand. It's a great vibe to catch up with friends, start or end your trail. Highly recommend the waffle fries they were absolutely perfect! For the day they've got lots of shade and at night they have string lights and lamp that give this place the best vibe! read more

People at counter were not welcoming whatsoever and the food took 45 minutes to come out. I ordered one sandwich..

Spoke would like to boast about being kid friendly but they will give you Gen Z passive aggressive lip if your kids do not pass their obedience standards. What do you expect from bike people? Expect what you expect. The food is mediocre at best. I appreciate all the vegan items. The beers on tap were not as good as I wanted them to be. Some of the service was friendly. Other service...fell flat to the point of insulting, quite literally. Uphold community standards not uppity better-than-thou standards. Or don't, and you'll continue to lose paying/tipping customers. You want a true kid-friendly bike-friendly restaurant? That supports your children for the wild and free spirits they are? Go to Cargo Snack Shack at LA State Historic Park!! read more

Cool outdoor space with plenty of tables to catch up with friends, work, study or chill. Great beer and drink selections! Although we didn't order food, the brunch menu and coffee looked delicious! You can order at the counter so we had little interaction with the people who worked there. read more

My chai latte and torta were excellent! Much more generous portion than I anticipated. My only regret is that I did not try my husband's waffle fries. read more

BEST VEGGIE BURGER ================== Scoped out Spoke with my friend after walking along the L.A. River last week. My friend ordered an egg and potatoes dish which she liked, but I was really glad I ordered the veggie burger. It was red from the beets and I love beets. They make them with mushrooms and beets and they're delicious! I don't need my veggie burger to taste like a beef burger. The place is cute and I'm looking forward to bringing my e-bike the next time after riding further along the L.A. River. read more

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Best breakfast burrito in Los Angeles hands-down. Service is spectacular. It's owned by a actual person not a corporation and the vibe is so lovely on weekdays when it's a little slower. I tend to avoid weekends as it's more of a hotspot and super crowded in the mornings. The owner is absolutely wonderful if there is a mistake to any order and I will always remember that. How managers and owners handle their own mistakes. Anyway, I highly recommend. I've never tried anything except the breakfast burrito because it's absolutely fab. read more

This review is coming late so things have changed and I am only speaking for the beverages here. My sister and I decided to pop in while walking down the LA river and having seen it a couple of times. I ordered the peanut butter latte and she ordered the chai. The chai was very pale (think horchata), on the sweeter side, and had very littler spice (even though we'd been told it was bold in spice side). The peanut butter latter was bad. No peanut butter flavor and the espresso was very astringent. I tried adding sugar to make it a little less bitter, but it didn't help. Eventually I returned the drink and let them know I didn't like the drink which they then told me that the drink was still in development and gave me a new drink for free which I appreciated. I got vanilla latte. Very safe, again on the sweeter side, with a mellow espresso flavor. They have a very vegan/vegetarian friendly menu which I appreciated and do still want to try. The ambiance seemed nice and I love the concept of a bike shop/cafe. Just might not be trying the drinks again for a bit. read more

The vegan breakfast bun was terrible - barely any tofu in the scramble, it was mostly potato, which should not even be part of a tofu scramble. My fiance and I both ordered the vegan breakfast bun and both of our buns were burnt (top and bottom) and all contents of the sandwich were cold!! The crispy mushrooms were way too oily, the crispy potatoes were not crispy and also way too oily. Everything was totally subpar. Even their sauce is so inauthentic. I can make a better sandwich at home. The service was also very slow and the staff was not friendly. Only the setting and environment were nice - probably a good place to come for coffee and study/chat. Don't waste your money here - support Just What I Kneaded down the street instead!! read more

Spoke - Burnt and cold vegan breakfast bun - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great food! Perfect location along the LA River. There's a bike and walking path which is perfect for a stroll after a hearty meal. I got the Spoke burger with a salad. SO GOOD! I'll be back! read more

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I don't think I'm coming here anymore. Like some others I've read here, I want to like Spoke, and it's a cool hang. But the attitude and the service... 40 minutes for avocado "toast"? There was nothing going on here this morning. Just a quiet late morning, one of the hosts was super chatty with the girl sitting next to me, and there was no hustle-bustle to be seen. Twice I went up to the counter to ask what was going on with my order. At no point did anyone acknowledge or apologize for the ridiculous wait. Finally get my order- avocado toast with an egg, over medium- and the bread isn't toasted and the egg is barely a shade north of sunny side up. No time to address it, now I'm late for work. What should've been a 20 minute stop was more approaching an hour. Seems like long waits are part of the deal here, because although I can't recall specific details, I know I've had similar experiences at Spoke in the past. Today was just that final straw. Bummer. read more

Did you know you can go bar hoping on the bike path? This is where I start. I fill up my air for free then bug out! They have a bike shop but are always pretty busy. So you might not get a quick fix but I'm not sure how they handle it. The girl and guy that work at the bike shop are super cool. Good selection of stuff for such a small retail area. They have beer and wine and coffee of all kind. Pet friendly yet I haven't seen anyone with a cat there yet but lots of dogs and I saw a girl with a big bird of some kind. They even have live music and open mic nights. It's a perfect Sunday funday activity and after you start feeling tipsy head on out to the next bar on the bike path. read more

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Service was slow and seating was hard to find. The food is expensive for what you get, but do like they pay their employees well. Parking was nonexistent and only found street parking about 1/2 mile away. read more

This review is in regard to the repair shop. I busted one of the links on my chain during my ride, so I stopped at spoke which was recommended by another bike shop. I waited about 15 minutes in line before being assisted. I asked if they had the chain I needed and they looked, but they were out of stock... except for one. They said it was "promised" to a regular customer even though he hadn't paid for the part or service. They told me they could order it, but it would be a five day wait. I'm unsure what the policy is for this kind of thing, but it was quite upsetting to know that I didn't receive the same service simply because I was not a regular. read more

I've tried this place out twice and haven't had good experiences either time unfortunately. The concept is amazing I love the way everything is set up and their menu has a lot of things with great potential! I came to just get a coffee and found out that for sweeteners all they had was vanilla flavoring. Not only that but the prices are actually insane. The average coffee is $4.50 ish but with adjustments it starts to add up. A coffee that I was planning to get for $4 ended up being $6.50 with milk and sweetener changes. The other time I came I had the matcha latte but it was extremely watery and had barely any sweetness to it either. The other main thing that really set me off was the vibe of the place. The workers weren't too friendly and wouldn't come help even after standing there for a few mins. The customers there were also very odd. If you have ever watched the show Atlanta by Donald glover, the best way to explain the vibe is sort of like a scene out of that. Everyone felt very fake and just off. I wish I could give this place a better review but honesty is what counts and I just didn't enjoy it very much. read more

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Really lively spot with a super unique location. At the end of a residential street that dead ends on the LA River bike path. With its unique geography, this place is a magnet for bicyclists but plenty of others arrived by car and foot (including us). They offer a large menu of coffee and tea drinks along with what I would describe as bar or gastropub items for breakfast and lunch. What we loved the most about the place was how sunny it was (don't worry there are umbrellas) and the plethora of people that gave this locale good energy. Perhaps the bicycle repair shop at the back of the dining area created some unique vibes, too? read more

Spoke - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very Cool place. Good vibes. good seating. The garlic potatoes were excellent. You can also get free water. But lets gatekeep this place.

Pretty solid, central spot next to the LA river, definitely represents how this area is up-and-coming with vengeance. I think my meal is a microcosm of experience and cost. I ordered the spoke burger, and a can of beer. My total, with a 15% tip, came out to jusssst shy of $40. The fries were warm (not hot--some were cold) and for some reason the catchup is very sparse. The burger was great. The brioche bun was on point, the veggies and the beef were full of flavor. Good quality for sure. It's just that... a burger, fries and a beer can was $37 I would probably come here and skip the alcohol, and maybe get something a little more reasonable like avocado toast and a coffee. The proliferation of virtually every business now asking for a tip has become overwhelming and obnoxious, especially in industries like this where tip doesn't go for "service", but rather seems to subsidize the employees lack of pay: I placed my order at a window, received a buzzer, picked up my food at the window. I cleaned my table before I ate, and bussed my table when I left... that's all fine, nothing problematic at all. I don't expect to be "served" and in fact prefer self-bussing etc. But if there's no service why is there a service tip option? The venue and ambiance is outstanding, plenty of seating, lots of space for everybody, all patrons seem to get along. Generally nice, and if I happen to bike in, there's plenty of spots for my bike. Really fun place, and a truly unique idea. read more

Spoke - $40 meal :( it was good, but it was also $40. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

A MUST if you want to experience an LA experience and love good food and good vibes. Great veggie and meat options (love both veggie and meat Spoke burgers). I love the colors, the river, and the patrons - always make me feel happy and relaxed to be by the river, see roller skaters, cyclists, beautiful graffiti art and tatoos, and happy puppies! And don't forget a side of their amazing waffle fries! Warning - they will ruin all other fries! Best of all, they are locally owned and source their products locally or make them from scratch. But even better, they have created a true community. Be prepared to wait a bit for great food, not fast food, made to order. Don't miss out - a truly unique LA experience. read more

Spoke is my favorite spot in LA, I bring all my out of town visitors here to eat and enjoy the ambiance. The food is always delicious and staff are friendly and welcoming. Nothing beats the outdoor seating right by the LA River, and their Sunday night trivia is always a fun time. read more

Came here for lunch during a visit to Frogtown. Line wasn't too long for a Saturday noon, but there were tons of groups there ordering. Ordered a Spoke Burger and the Eggs, Toast, and Potatoes; the register staff was very courteous and helpful when we had any questions. The wait for the food was a bit long, but it was understandable since there were so many people. Table space wasn't too hard to find either. The food was absolutely delicious. The burger was well-made, with the patty being an excellent medium, and the waffle fries were excellently seasoned and crispy. The eggs and potatoes were all very fresh and cooked well as well. The ambience was very interesting and enjoyable. Lots of groups were there either preparing or relaxing after a bike ride, and the decor screamed art everywhere. Would definitely recommend and be back! read more

Got the tofu scrambled but with real eggs and a side of oyster mushrooms. It was delicious. The roasted potatoes were great. Awesome biking vibes and love that it's right next to the LA river trail. Nice restroom. Great place to bring kids. Love that I can order at a window. Parking isn't great but we got dropped off so it was all good. read more

Spoke - Avocado toast, tofu scrambled (i got real eggs), kids grilled cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very fresh and cool spot for breakfast Only problem is parking But I solved that by getting my walk I. And parking 2 blocks away!! Worth your time ! read more

The food was so, so amazing! I always stop here first when I get into town! It's beautiful as a bonus. The scenic view of the LA river is lovely from the restaurant patio! read more

Large and adorable location and decor. Also bike rental available if you would like to use L.A. river bike path. Unfortunately line was very long to order so we did not stay. But appears to be the busiest place on the path. ​ read more

Spoke - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was looking forward to trying this place and I finally went with my friend for lunch yesterday. I love their concept (even though I know nothing about bikes) and their plentiful outdoor seating. You go up to the window to place your order and to pick up your food, there is no service there. There was a little bit of a line when we got there since it was lunch time. When I got to the window to order, the ladies who were at the register looked confused- there was an awkward pause and I had to say hello first- very odd. I proceeded to place my order, my friend got the chicken club sandwich and I, in attempts to be healthy, ordered the veggie burger. It was 12:53pm when we ordered our food. We grabbed some waters at the water station across from the order window and found some seats. They have small round tables or communal rectangular tables. It was a chilly day and it would have been nice if they had turned on the heat lamps, I saw another customer fiddle with it as well About 20 minutes later and seeing other people who had ordered after us get their food, I went up to the window to ask if our food was going to be ready soon. They said it will be up next. About 5 minutes later our food was ready. The presentation was good but the taste was subpar. My friend seemed to enjoy his sandwich, but my veggie burger was burnt to a crisp. Should I have gone up to complain? Probably but then wait another 20 minutes for a veggie burger? Nah. Not worth it, I basically was turned off by that, I mean it was not a cheap veggie burger and now I regret not ordering a regular meat burger (although perhaps that would have been burnt too). All in all, a disappointing experience. Probably won't be returning anytime soon, the service was hectic and lackluster and the food was not worth the money unfortunately. read more

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An upbeat cafe hidden at the end of a cul-de-sac. This place is a bicyclist's heaven. A stretch of bike parking that ultimately leads to a bike shop at the end of the cafe seating area. Plenty of individual and group seating to accommodate any number of people. Comments: the burger and fries were above average but the vibe makes up for the food. The burger was good but the fries were a little too salty. Food (3/5) Location (5/5) Order: Spoke burger with waffle fries and self serve water read more

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Highly recommended for a nice morning, afternoon, or evening getaway. Took a little walk along the river and enjoyed the sights. Entering into the unassuming gentle wall enclosure to be swept away into this easy nugget of a bohemian patio that opens wide to face the fresh baby blue nature above. We felt removed from the hustle and bustle of the LA life. Then a walk back asking the River to tie the experience with a nice little bow. read more

Great spot with a diverse selection on the menu, from food to beverages; coffee and beer. Great vibes.

Definite VENICE BEACH - ABBOTT KINNEY vibes here, just the way I like it! Ramshackle, kooky and funky! Especially like the huge container DOORS - Jim Morrison would totally approve! One caveat: The bicycle stand SUCKS, they need to improve upon that. read more

So good to be back ! Love this cafe so much .. so nice to feel like something is back to normal .. The farro bowl is so good ! I did mine with half lemony kale and farro to get little bit of everything.. felt good to get on my bike to cruise on down here like the old days from downtown LA. Excellent service and the whole vibe is on point with the eclectic patio furniture colorful with beautiful artwork on the walls by local artist Tommy Liu and Mikoloj .. two of my local friends in the neighborhood Congrats on opening back up ! I'll be back !! read more

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Food was , service was prompt and friendly. They have outside seating kinda of like garage style, the only thing I would say is a minus of this place is that it has no parking it's at the end of a long street, very narrow street. read more

Hard to find parking because there is none. You have to park on the streets in the residential area. However the Spoke burger and waffles fries were worth it! So yummms! I also had their Matcha Lavender Latte. Hit the spot. I wish I would have also gotten a lemonade though. My coworkers got different flavored lemonades and I got jealous lol. Coming back again to rent a bike and ride then EAT! read more

Spoke - Spoke Burger with waffle fries! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Absolutely ecstatic about my visit to Spoke! An absolute gem in every sense. From the moment I stepped in, I was swept away by its charm. The food is a masterpiece. I got a cortado and it was the closest thing to my favorite coffee near my home in NY I've ever had. Also got the tofu scramble which was fresh and such a good amount of food. The service was also great -- they were super warm and seemed to genuinely care about your experience. What struck me most was the harmony between aesthetics and quality. Often, places either do well with appearance or in the food, but Spoke kicked butt in both areas. It's a testament to their dedication to providing an all-encompassing experience. Can't recommend Spoke highly enough! read more

Spoke - Tofu Scramble with Tempeh - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Don't get spoked by this bicycle cafe! I stumbled across this place while biking along the LA River and had to stop by for its immaculate vibes. It is bustling with plenty of seating as well as a bike shop, nourishment (food and drinks!), and bathroom. The decor is eclectic and colorful- very bustling on a late Sunday afternoon. A great place to people watch or take a break after biking. There is free wifi so you can even catch up on work here! I chose to order one of their specialty coffees, Orange Chocolate Cappuccino, which was $7.20 after tip and tax. It is on the expensive side but worth it for a caffeine fix and a break. The coffee has the faintest hints of orange and chocolate, a subtly sweet flavor. I would prefer it to be sweeter and probably would stick to trying one of their food items in the future. read more

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Today was a beautiful day to be out and about for all the Angelenos. After a bike ride, we decided to grab a quick lunch here, it was a little after 1pm. There was a short line to order. And it took almost AN HOUR to get our food!!! Im sure the kitchen was backed up but still, that was an unreasonably long wait for a breakfast bun and a breakfast tostada. We were getting hangry and literally inhaled our food when it finally arrived. To be fair, food was really fresh and good. The eggs were perfectly scrambled, soft and buttery. Also shout out to the staff at the bike rental shop. Super friendly and chill. Love the vibe here, and would definitely come back. read more

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