Considering I'll need to hunker down and put in about 12 hours of creative work (I'll be going from…read moreabout 12:00 in the afternoon to 12:00 midnight today), I knew I needed a real charge. That's where this cold, super dope espresso on ice-pictured, came into play. The CSA (CUSTOMER SERVICE ALL STAR) of this experience was none other than Ms. "personality plus", Brooke-pictured. In the epitome of a front-facing roll where everyone seemingly has more important things to do than you and I, Brooke knocked em out one by one and two by two-all with a smile. Brooke your a credit to the Blue Bottle brand!

Morgan here knows how to make an aerocano! If you love iced Americano, you have to try Aerocano…read more Simplest explanation is taking your Americano (Hayes Valley Espresso beans here), and steaming it, adding a fluffy texture, then pouring it over ice (you can also include the ice with the Americano before steaming). It's a lovely, fluffy lighter texture without the need for milk or sugar!

The girl that rung me up and handed me my drink was soooo nice and it felt genuine…read more I ofc got an espresso tonic because I'm addicted and it was delicious. Will be back

Literally my neighbor so it becomes my new WFC spot especially on Friday when I am trying to change…read moremy work-desk 'setting'. All different baristas I met over time have always been great. They recently followed all the cream top hype, serving their own version of Salted Caramel Sweet Cream Cold Brew. It suited my preference really well with the Cold Brew had balanced acidity and I loved how the cream top not being overly heavy as well as giving light sweetness to the overall drink.

Wandering through West LA, discovered Coffee Commissary off of Culver Blvd by surprise. This corner…read morecoffee shop had everything I needed from breakfast to lunch bites along with pastries. My latte heart was happy to see this spot use Clover Milk. The layout is nice and spacious with indoor and patio seating and lots of nooks to soak in the vibes or remotely work. The service is awesome and friendly! Recommended bites are their breakfast burrito with the Habanero Salsa on the side, Breakfast Sandwich and Truffle Parmesan Tots with a Vanilla Latte or a Lemonade to cool you down.

BRO.......... 110.6 decibels is TOO LOUD for music....!!!!! Like, seriously you are damaging…read morecustomers' ears at this level.....!!!!! Anything over 60 decibels is damaging to the human ear......!!~!!!! Please look it up. It has been consistently concert level LOUD for hours. I can't do this again. OMG who owns this place and why is it so LOUD? The barista said that they get in trouble if they turn down the music too low. This is so egregiously irresponsible. I cannot believe how loud this cafe is. This is the loudest cafe on planet earth in 2026.

Mad Lab hit the spot for a lovely morning cappuccino. The service was quick and friendly. There…read morewere a lot of options on the menu. I went traditional. Wifey went signature and tried a Dali latte which was a delicious latte. There was a lot of seating with many customers working while drinking their coffee and tea. The ambiance was alive with lotf of colors and some excellent jazz playing. Maybe baristas choice? I was looking at the coffee selection mostly from Ethiopia from what it seems. I will do a better job on my next visit to see what's the light and dark roasts. I prefer the light roasts.

Good coffee but wish they were stocked with fresher beans…read more I stopped in on a Saturday morning and got a free hot drip coffee with purchase of beans. Most beans had been roasted a month ago and the "newest" was about 2.5 weeks old. Selection was limited with about 4 varieties mostly natural (not washed). Shop is small but has decent seating and I can usually find neighborhood street parking.

Stopped by for lunch the other day and was pleased with the experience…read more Joliet is located across the street from Urban Plates within the food court with Jenni's ice cream. I thought it was a full sit-down restaurant, but it's more like a cafe you can walk up and order from, and either sit at their bar area or outside at any of the tables. Regardless, service was pleasant enough. I got a chicken Caesar wrap and a Sakura matcha, and both were delicious. I loved the floral flavor of the Sakura matcha, and the wrap was fresh and flavorful. This is a great spot to grab a quick bite and coffee from, and I would totally come back if I'm in the area.

As the Pastor of Venice Free Methodist Church in Del Rey (right next to Playa Vista), we were…read morepreparing for Easter with the theme "Come to the Table"--centered on the invitation of Jesus in Bible (Revelation 3:20), where He welcomes all to dine with Him. As I was working through my message, I had the idea to include a visual illustration--a charcuterie setup to represent the abundant life Jesus offers. Right away, I thought of Alex and Olivia at Joliet Cafe. I've enjoyed Joliet Cafe for years-- whether I've come by in the day to get delicious coffee, or enjoyed the restaurant on a romantic night out with the wife - the food is always outstanding. Alex is truly a masterful chef! So just a couple of weeks before Easter, I reached out with this idea. Not only was he open to it, but he took the time to understand the vision and bring it to life. On the day of, Alex arrived early and prepared a beautiful, abundant "feast" that fit the message perfectly. It didn't just look incredible--it tasted amazing. After the service, we placed the charcuterie next to our lunch table, and it was gone quickly! So many people commented on how delicious and well-presented everything was. I share all this to say: Alex's professionalism, creativity, skill, and flexibility make him an incredible choice for charcuterie boards, catering, or any culinary service. He truly delivers--and you will not be disappointed. Thank you again for helping make Easter such a meaningful and special day!

The coffee is good, but it's really frustrating when there's a long line and the employees keep…read morehaving long conversations with customers. I understand being friendly and making people feel welcome, and a quick chat is totally fine. But sometimes the conversations go on for several minutes -- even getting deep into topics like favorite songs -- while people are waiting. Ordering coffee these days is already detailed enough. Most customers just want good coffee and efficient service. A coffee shop isn't a psychologist's office. I don't know if this message should be directed at the workers who are always trying to be nice or the customers who don't seem to care about the people waiting around them.

Menotti's is a nice coffee shop serving premium drinks with the price tags to match (and classics…read moreat a more standard level). The quality is great, but the cups are small for the cost. There is plenty of seating but it's not super comfortable. The high tops have tall stools and the lower tables have some chairs and a long bench against the open wall. It doesn't feel like a place to linger. There's no bathroom for customers (they told us to go to Vons). The service is relatively slow, though the servers are friendly. There is a large free parking lot though, so that part's easy!

Pins Colada Boba was delicious! Chicken wontons were very…read moretasty! I'll be back to try more flavors.

I liked the self ordering & points system, very clean and quiet, lots of menu options…read more The strawberry in the strawberry matcha was more than anticipated but I did like what I could taste of the matcha. I think if there was maybe half as much strawberry it would taste better, but i would try the basic matcha in the future.

Pretty good and simple coffee!…read more They are located inside whole foods and they open right at 7am. Friendly staff and they are also pretty fast. No like on a Friday morning, score! Prices are fair for the taste of their coffee and for their sizes. Their iced mocha is pretty good (not too sweet).

This is a coffee/tea stand in Whole Foods. Do not go here expecting a stand alone coffee shop!…read moreThat's aside, it delivers! Good coffee, fast service, and surprisingly CHEAP! A matcha latte is only 3.50 compared to the usual $5+ in la. Alternative milks=FREE. What more can I say? The bearded barista was really friendly. There is plenty of seating in the Astro pub part of Whole Foods directly next to the coffee. Big tables and comfy booths. My matcha was delicious and probably the cheapest I've paid for. They use organic alternative milks and food honey. Free wifi for a couple hours which makes it a good spot to study(if you don't mind the pop music a bit loud) Thanks Whole Foods!

Came here solo after a recent Yelp Elite event (another shout out to Sarah) armed with a cute "two…read morefree tacos & a drink" card given by the amazing staff from Home State at that particular event. Therefore, I have to come and take advantage right? Well, I was able to order both tacos keto style (Dallas Fort Worth variety) and have their contents put in these cute cups. Needless to say they were delicious as was the fresh coffee. The CSA (CUSTOMER SERVICE ALL STAR) of this experience was none other than Erik-pictured. What a super nice guy! Erik was super humble, and yet calm cool and collective-while managing the usual door traffic. I guess where I'm going with this is I certainly couldn't do it! Thanks Erik, your a credit to the Home State brand.

HomeState has become my go-to breakfast spot in the Playa Vista/Westchester area. This isn't your…read moretraditional taco stand - it's definitely a more modern, hipster take on Texas-style breakfast tacos. But they execute it pretty well. One of my favorite morning routines is grabbing a coffee from Blue Bottle next door, then settling in at HomeState with my two favorite breakfast tacos: the Guadalupe and Don't Mess with Texas. Guadalupe - 4/5. I always order this on a corn tortilla. It comes with eggs, chorizo, and cheese, and the ingredients are decent. The portion is generous, with plenty of fluffy eggs that are cooked just right - not overdone or runny. The cheese melts nicely into the eggs, creating a good texture. The chorizo is decent, though it's the weakest component of an otherwise excellent taco. Also, I realized that the portion of chorizo has shrunk over the years. Don't Mess with Texas - 4/5. I'm generally not a fan of refried pinto beans, but this taco completely won me over. The combination of beans, bacon, potatoes, and cheese works surprisingly well, especially with the salsa verde. The flavors come together beautifully, making this one of the more satisfying breakfast tacos on the menu. I've tried a few of their other breakfast tacos, and they're all good. Still, I always find myself coming back to these two. HomeState offers two house salsas roja and verde, both with a brighter, more acidic profile than what you'd typically find at a taco shop. Usually that would be a bit problematic for regular tacos, but that acidity pairs well with the rich breakfast tacos. My only complaint is that I wish they packed more heat. Hot sauces are available, but I'd rather the house salsas bring the spice on their own. Even so, they're flavorful and complement the tacos well. Overall, I like my Blue Bottle coffee + 2 breakfast tacos combination, and will continue eating here.

Rlly good vibe and coffee! Staff was so friendly and cool too will definitely go back!read more

amazing service! very nice people as well as a good amount of space. nice tables and everything…read more very very nice food I loved it so much.