I come here a lot for coffee or breakfast meetings, and I always get the same thing: Azteca Bowl and a Mexican Mocha. They're always both perfect. Their chicken tinga is really great, and the coffee is always consistent. It's definitely a working cafe - in that there are always people on their laptops or people having meetings - but everyone seems to respect the space they take up or how long they've been at a tabletop. Truthfully, the ambiance changes based on the day because it's really a cafe that serves the neighborhood, the community, and the mood. It's casual, consistent, and easy. I always enjoy coming here because it's reliable and the servers are nice and work hard for the Highland Park community. It's very neighborhood driven and that's what makes it special. read more

The Highland Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wife brought me home a "california burrito" but inside was just fries, egg, cheese and avocado?? No protein Updated to 1 star because now I'm just mad i ate such a bland burrito. read more

I ordered the California Bagel and really enjoyed it! My husband and mom both got the avocado toast, and they were delicious as well. The service was great and everyone was very friendly. The only downside was that the wait for our food was a little longer than expected, but other than that, we were very happy with our experience. Would definitely come back! read more

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Always Always good to stop here. Baja Fish Tacos once again delivered. Ironically could not eat all three but having one to go is never a bad option. Good flavor nice people watching on an eclectic neighborhood. What more could you ask for? read more

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So this morning, I woke up not really knowing what I wanted to eat. My girl and I were debating: traditional breakfast or just something regular? We decided to give Highland Park Cafe a try. At first, I was a little hesitant--you know, parking can be a pain. But we found a spot right in front, and bonus: it was free because it was Sunday. Perfect start. Inside, the vibe was awesome--lively, nice energy. Everyone chatting, good energy. We opted to sit outside, though, because I always prefer that to feeling stuffy indoors. The only hiccup? The outdoor tables were mostly dirty and you kinda had to wipe them down yourself. As someone who does restaurant consulting, I'd just say that's one easy fix they could do--have staff wipe the tables more consistently. Also, just a tip for them: adding straws to the silverware bin would be a nice touch so people don't have to ask for them. We also learned it's more of a café setup, not a full-service restaurant, so you order at the counter. Not my favorite thing, but hey, it's a café vibe. Once we got to the menu, I was intrigued by their tinga de pollo. I'm a tinga guy, and they made it as a shredded chicken burrito, which was a nice surprise because I didn't know they at first. Which was my next big win: "CUSTOMER SERVICE." Customer service was fantastic, super friendly cashier who helped me out with my order and made sure I got exactly what I wanted. As at first I didn't know they had Tinga de polla in a burrito version. I saw the plate initially and asked if they could make it into a burrito, and she said she did not see a problem with that. Then ended up recommending the shredded burrito; which turned my experience up. When it comes to the food, the presentation was top-tier. My girl got the chilaquiles verdes and gave them an 8 out of 10. I got the tinga de pollo burrito, and it was really well-balanced and flavorful--an easy 8.3 out of 10 from me. The honey chai was the absolute standout, a 9.8 out of 10. The James Brown coffee, though? For me, it was more like a 3 out of 10 because of how strong the espresso was. My girl gave it an 8, so it might just come down to taste. I'm a coffee snob, so I'm picky! Overall, I'd rate the whole experience 4 out of 5 stars. Customer service was fantastic--super friendly staff who helped customize my order. If they just tweak those little details, this place could easily be a 5-star spot. And I'll definitely be back for that honey chai! read more

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Visited on a Friday at noon for a late breakfast and was delighted to know they serve brekkie all day. There were 2 of us. We had the red chilaquiles- didn't come with over easy eggs as requested- but still good. Their lattes are also very tasty. The James brown is best Good service & great ambiance. The decor is great and the music playing in the background is even better. I would return. read more

Was in the mood for a breakfast burrito and found this spot on yelp. I decided to give it a try and wow was really impressed! The business itself is super cool and has lots of art and displays that catches your eye as you wait for your food. The customer service was super nice and welcoming and gave great recommendations. We additionally ordered fresh orange juice which was the cherry on top with our food. Our burritos came out quick and hot! Overall really great spot to come check out ! read more

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That Playlist though! Talk about a range of genres! The spot is consistent with their coffee, breakfast and workspace availability. Plenty of outlets and low wait for for food to table service. Gotta try that James Brown latte! read more

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if you want the best iced latte on york, get the james brown. the chilaquiles are also especially delicious! i definitely need to dine in next time and try the red ones. nice tunes & great customer service all around make for a very welcoming setting with plentiful seating both inside and out & ample street parking also available. *Edit: special thank you to Shashana, Anais, Joseph & Josiah for the best hospitality* read more

The Highland Cafe - chilaquiles verdes - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My sister and I got 2 drinks: Golden Chai & Mayan. Golden Chai is a mixed drink of ginger & tumeric. The ginger wasn't overpowering and balanced well with the creaminess from the oat milk. The Mayan is a mixed drink with cocoa mix and espresso along with a nice balance of cinnamon notes for a mildly sweet and rich flavor. Both were so good that we ordered another set of them for to-go! read more

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Met some friends for lunch at 12:30 on Friday the 13th. Easily secured parking off Lincoln in the public parking lot and walked through the buildings to York Bl. Parking is metered quarters or card. Easy! Ordered at the counter. Service was expedited quickly, before all of our other guests arrived, which was fine. Ambiance is very casual with local art on the walls. Sound level was OK, ambient music was a little loud but not overbearing. Not too crowded to feel rushed to flip the table. Enjoyed the chilaquiles and the turmeric latte. One of my friend had the fish tacos which could be shared if people aren't too hungry. Came with three heaping tacos... needed to be eaten with a fork. Check it out if you haven't already. read more

The Highland Cafe - Turmeric latte served hot with Chilaquiles with red sauce and a side of green salsa. - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

1st time in we were excited that this place was just maybe 7 mins drive and....The food wasn't what we expected. They were out of many food items on the menu my husband ordered 3 eggs omelette it was over cooked the toast was burnt. However, the ambience was nice. Service was ok. Maybe we came at a bad time after 4th of July and just maybe the employees weren't feeling up to par. read more

Food was great. Ceiling was leaking water, but the food and vibe was on point. Will be back

Their tea lattes are so beautiful and delicious, and their bagel sandwich was tasty too. They had a salsa & bachata dancing event going on too, which was lots of fun! read more

We came here before for a hosted bachata class and thought we'd give it a try for breakfast. They have indoor and outdoor seating and while it was somewhat chilly we appreciated the sun peaking out a bit between the umbrella shades. I got a chicken fajita breakfast bowl which consisted of some Spanish rice, pico de gallo, chicken fajita and a tostada. It did the trick for my appetite although I would have appreciated more salt; I ended up getting some Tapatio to amp up the spice. Overall, the service was pleasant, but not too attentive --it's nice if you like the idea of ordering up front and self-seating. We had to sit outside because we had our pup in a stroller, but we appreciated being in one of our fave streets in the neighborhood and enjoying a quiet morning. We will give it another shot and maybe order something that the staff suggests but the location is prime on York Blvd and we suggest you grab a coffee at the Cafe De Leche shop nearby. :) read more

The Highland Cafe - Chicken fajita bowl - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The prices are diabolical. And they charge hidden higher prices if you pay by card. Not a 3% service charge, but completely higher prices on individual menu items. Nope. read more

Worst food i have had in a while. Just burnt,cold, lacking in taste. Burnt coffee. The ambiance is nice and open though and service is good.

The Highland Café has been a staple in the area for quite some time. Even though it is next door to Johnny's Bar, which I frequented often, I have never been inside or tried the food. They serve salads, sandwiches, burgers, and vegan fare. The other day I ordered the Sesame Salmon Salad for delivery. The Salmon was pan seared with a sesame ginger glaze. It was on a bed of mixed greens with edamame, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, & sesame seeds tossed in a sesame dressing. The ginger glaze gave the salmon a good flavor and it was tender & flaky. The salad was also tasty. I liked the flavor combinations and the dressing. read more

The Highland Cafe - Sesame Salmon Salad $16 - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This cafe is super cute!! I honestly loved the decor and the variety of seating that is available for their customers. You can definitely come here to study or spend time working on homework. My partner and I came here to grab some coffee before heading to the bagel spot next door. Although it was a quick grab n go, I really admire the cafe's aesthetic. The staff was very friendly and quick with their service was well. We didn't wait that long for our coffees. Also, my matcha was super good! I got it with sugar free vanilla for that extra flavor and sometimes I worry about matcha lattes being watered down, but it was perfect! My partner although was a bit disappointed with his cold brew. He was hoping it would be strong, but I guess it wasn't strong enough for him :( he's honestly just so used to drinking so much coffee... read more

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Ordered a burrito with specifically no pico de gallo. I guess they thought I said extra because the first mouthful was nothing but pico. Not hard to not put something on. read more

Chilaquiles are my favorite. Service is always friendly and quick for a sit down restaurant. They play great music. Great place to have brunch with a friend & chat or lock in and do work. read more

Great food Great coffee Kind staff My 3 star review is purely about the ambiance. The music was blaring early in the morning to the point it was disturbing and disruptive. I went in to Highland Cafe at 8:45 AM after a quiet yoga session looking for a chill breakfast spot for coffee and a vegan burrito (had great reviews, I agree). I ordered my breakfast to eat in, and had to do everything in my power to not put it in a box and take it to go. The music was so disruptively loud, I put earbuds in to try and mask it and STILL heard it over my podcast. I wonder if it is like that every morning before 9 AM. If I could make one suggestion to management and staff, it would be volume control in the earlier morning hours. It makes a world of a difference to dine-in patrons. Again. Great food, great coffee. read more

Take out is delicious and flavorful. My favorite is tte Azteca bowl. Which is spicy and delicious. A perfect serving of chicken beans and rice and salsa. And a tostada wrapped in aluminum for Perfect delivery. The burritos are also huge bountiful and equally delicious. I love all the different combinations. It just depends on what I'm in the mood for. I always get the chips and salsa because the salsa is amazing. Excellent and spicy. Love this place for delivery. read more

Stumbled upon this spot while in the area and I loved my James Brown Latte! They also had some great fresh squeezed OJ. The interior was very unique and the guys working there were so friendly! I would love to come back here again! read more

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One of the few cafe in HP along York blvd. The Highland cafe has a hipster vibe that serve decent breakfast food. The staff are amiable and competent. The food and drink prices seem economically fair for the area. Menu list items were modest. The interior is quaint and relatively small albeit very cozy. Honestly, their latte coffee has a good taste and the Challah French Toast with slices of strawberry/banana was a lil dry for my palate but the maple syrup did the trick. Overall, I had a good order experience and enjoyed their food/drinks. read more

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Super cute and it feels like a place you can come to chill. People at front are so sweet and make the place feel very welcoming. Food is a 10/10, coffee amazing. We tried the James brown and Mayan mocha and they were delicious. read more

The Highland Cafe - Chilaquiles verdes - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Everything was delicious! Soyrizo chilaquiles was amazing and generous portion. Bf's Hamlette omelet was real yum too. Would definitely go again. Fast and friendly service. Seating outdoor and indoor. Street parking. Chill vibe. read more

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Perfect place for chilaquiles. Literally top tier ones too. Great service, and their barista, Jess even did latte art that was unexpected and kinda made my day. Very chill for a Saturday morning meeting, or going out to brunch with a friend group. read more

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Best coffee in HLP, I've been coming here for years, I have to say they have the best food,ambience & of course coffee. Josiah is always there to welcome me bright and early with my favorite coffee "the James brown" renamed the Rick James...its employees like Josiah & Joseph that make me keep coming back, I feel like I'm visiting a friend for coffee. The playlist is always lit, the smiles & energy always on point. Thank you to the highland park cafe for always being open, consistent & welcoming. I LOVE HLP CAFE!!!! read more

Great menu in fabulous service. The staff was so friendly and called me by my name. When my order was ready. !! great customer service close a really long way, especially in this day and age. Really great vibe in the café. Since my order is to go, I don't have photos of the food but I will post them on an update. Thanks Highland café for such great customer service. Parking is on the street where ever you can find it but it only took me 5 minutes to find a place to park for .25 cents read more

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Customer service-10/10 Food 10/10 COFFEE 10/10 My Favorite is the "I'm RICK JAMES B*TCH!" Inside joke Ambiance 10/10 I want to give some props to Josiah for always making my bestie and I feel welcome. Josiah, you make The Highland Cafe special. Thanks for being you. I also want to give a thank you to Joseph, it was nice meeting you and thank you for the VIP treatment with your DJ skills. read more

This place is always poppin! I've gone a handful of times and staff has been super friendly. The thing I get every time is the Cali burrito with rojo fries. Omggggggggggg, so good. You must. Coffee is great too! I need to try more things lol but I always just want that burrito! read more

Met a good friend here as my first stop back to LA. It has a really cool vibe. Cozy, quaint and very comfortable to hang out. The owner is really nice. However, the gentleman working the register may need some customer service training. Enjoyed one of their special coffees and a chocolate croissant. The coffee was ok. Small is the running theme as the cups and pastries seem to be part of shrink nation! Cool place for a meet up due to atmosphere. Will have to try the food next time as that might change my rating. read more

This is our local breakfast and lunch place, and it is quite excellent in terms of food, service, and general vibe which is casual yet comfortable. On a warm day, the interior of the restaurant is a cool respite from the heat. The staff are very friendly. They do DoorDash as well when I'm feeling lazy. LOL. DON'T HESITATE; IF YOU ARE HUNGRY, GO THERE! read more

Order and pay at the register and find yourself a seat. They have quite a few tables outside and more inside. A single bathroom as well for the customers. Definitely the best coffee I've bought over my weekend trip to socal. They use excellent beans. They had a variety of alternative milk selections to choose from as well. Great spot for breakfast, lunch menu looks great as well! read more

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It's been a while since I've been here. Food is still great. Cozy little area for catching up with family or friends. Service was good, friendly and helpful. Definitely a place that is a need to come back to. read more

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First time here. Came for the Cafe and boleros. The cashier/batista was super rude and unhelpful. $101 for mediocre food.

Consistently good and has become a neighborhood staple over the years. The breakfast burrito is elite. It's also the kind of place where if you order something wrong they will just re-make it for you. Really nice folks work here. Really good food served here. read more

#48 in the coffeeshop chronicles. The iced James Brown coffee was kind of amazing the first time I tried it, and was one of the better-tasting trendy lattes I've had recently. The latte has brown sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon. So it's definitely on the sweeter side - but was still delicious in it's decadence. Unfortunately the second time I came by, someone else made my drink and it was bland and mediocre; all I could taste was the oatmilk and espresso, and nothing else. So it really wasn't consistent. On a sidenote, Service could have been friendlier, but I'll leave it at that. ********************* My Ratings: 1 Star: Terrible; just thinking about it makes me angry. 2 Stars: Wasn't a fan so Not likely to return. 3 Stars: Meh. Average. Might return if others drag me. 4 Stars: Yum! Will definitely return. 5 Stars: Amazing! Would plan my day around eating here read more

The Highland Cafe - James brown latte (brown sugar) - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I like this place and the ambiance and usually love the Bacon, egg and cheese sandwich here but this time the chipotle sauce was really spicy and actually killed some of the enjoyment. I think I would have to remember to tell them to hold the sauce next time. read more