Well I yelped a good meal after my Baldwin Hills "hike" and I came across this amazing place. It's a little neighborhood cafe and the food was much better than expected. We got a salad, Mac and cheese and sandwich and it was enough food to take home. With two drinks it costed $30. But it was worth it! Definitely recommended! read more

Great little neighborhood cafe! I've never seen so many families (with young toddlers) all in one cafe! Great ambience. Enough seating against walls, one communal table in the front and one in the back, as well as outside seating! Take your pick! I've heard of this cafe for a while, but hadn't had the opportunity to make it over until my friend started working there. Thank goodness she did, because it is such a great place (especially for tea lattes!) I had the London Fog, while my friend had the Lavender one. THEY ARE DELICIOUS. The great delicate balance between the creaminess of the milk and the flavor of the tea cutting through. They did tea lattes well. I will be back! read more

i cant believe i just discovered this place. BEST COFFEE EVER! i went for the first time yesterday and returned again today because it's so good. and to top it all off, the employees are SO NICE!!! i cant wait to try everything on the menu, including the delicious looking food. i think they're opening another location just at the corner of the street! i'm excited to see what that's about because the sign outside says "RAW by Undergrind"! WOOHOO! i love Undergrind. you guys have yourself a loyal customer read more

Undergrind Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I appreciate this coffee shop/cafe. It is a diamond in the rough here in this part of town. The staff is exceptional and the food is varietal. I appreciate that I can walk to get a cup of good coffee and a fresh baked good, be greeted with love and sit and sip in a beautifully creative welcoming establishment. Sometimes they have a goat cheese avocado toast on the menu that is SUPER. The other food, however, falls short to me. While I appreciate the variety of breakfast and lunch options containing fresh non BS ingredients, I'm missing the flavor and sazon of the dish. It falls flat to me. Also, for a cooking establishment, there is no fragrance of culinary yumminess when I walk through the door. I swear, if the place smelled as good as it looked and felt, it would be a winner. It still is! By all means go check it out. You'll prolly love it. I'm just a picky ass B who is hardly ever super impressed. read more

Nice people, good food, great prices! Oooonly disadvantage was street parking was limited :/ read more

Highly recommend their Tiger Latte. Place is small but super cute. Can get a little crowded now as well which sucks. Not many places to sit during this COVID-19 crisis. I usually order for delivery with postmates if I don't want to wait in a line. read more

Undergrind Cafe - Tiger Island Latte - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We found this place thanks to Yelp. It had a small line which was a great sign. It moved quickly and we found a table as they have most inside tables and a few outside. We had the shrimp & grits and the Bollywood burrito which were items we don't make at home. I really liked both choices we got and I would recommend both. It really looked like you couldn't go too wrong with a menu choice because there were so many good options. They also have a ton of great coffee choices. I would give it a 4.5 stars overall. They are tons of options in LA for breakfast but this is one you should have on your list to try. The reviews don't lie and this is another case of trusting in Yelp and you will be a happy camper. There is a lot of street parking around so it shouldn't be too hard to find a spot! read more

Undergrind Cafe - Bollywood burrito! - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

One of my favorite cafes for breakfast sandwiches! Super sweet staff and they offer generous discounts for medical professionals. Great coffee and Dirty Chai Latte. read more

Very great place to eat and to meet people. Owner was lovely and dedicated to great service. The location is convenient and the parking was smooth. Enjoyed my time here and will come back again. read more

I love this place. I've tried a few of their drinks as well and some of their food items and everything has been spot on. The vanilla latte and salted caramel latte are both super yumz. They have another drink with chai and coconut (can't remember the name, but something Island), that's pretty good if you're up for trying something new! They have yet to disappoint. read more

Love the coffee. Love the tea. Love the food. Love the staff. Lots o thumbs up. They are so accommodating and kind! Had a snaffu with yelps/Grubhub driver and they were extra helpful even though they weren't at fault. (Grubhub was having tech issues and were not helpful.) The staff at Undergrind are the VERY BEST! It's a super cute spot to sit and read or meet a friend for lunch. Parking can be a hassle but it's worth it. read more

Stopped by on a whim and now, I'm seriously mad I didn't know about this place before! I ordered an iced "Purple Rain" tea latte (simply because of His Royal Badness, obvi) and it blew my taste buds away! The lavender and vanilla are such an amazing combo. My boyfriend ordered the "Tiger Island" latte and honestly, it was even better. Also, major kudos on so many vegetarian options. I love, love, love not having to order a lame side without having to drag my man to a vegan joint. The Greek scramble was super yummy, and he seemed to really enjoy his turkey and bacon "Cali" sandwich. Oop! Anddd, we were actually greeted with a smile. Customer service is so major! The owner was totally sweet. Overall, believe the hype! read more

Very rude employees I don't think they know an ounce about customer service I would rather go down the street to Blue jam do not recommend this food doesn't make a restaurant it should be the employees and they should realize that the customers are paying their check won't be back read more

My overall experience was pleasant, but I won't go out of my way to visit this cafe again. I was extremely excited about the shrimp and grits...but it was a letdown! The flavor was more Mexican than southern; it would be fine except that it was overall too salty. While it wasn't terrible, since it lacked the southern flavor that I love, I would not order this dish again. The cold brew was excellent. My biggest complaint was the chaos at the drink counter. The baristas were working as hard as they could, and drinks came out quickly. However, since the cold brews weren't named, I wasn't sure if the size large sitting on the counter for 10 minutes was supposed to be my size small, but nobody else claimed it and no other cold brew was in line. The whole chaos could have been avoided had they written down my name on the cup--they did that for espresso drinks and food so why not everything else, especially during busy time? read more

So so good. I just moved to the area and I have been searching around for the best coffee spots and this one was tops. Plus really friendly customer service. read more

This review may be a little biased, because I'm SO excited for a cute little coffee shop opening up on our little corridor of South Robertson that I'd probably give it 5 stars without even visiting. We definitely need some life breathed into the blocks of pot shops, upholsterers, and medical supply stores (not that these businesses don't serve a purpose, it's just not a purpose that I can personally appreciate). I stopped by this morning for a chai latte, and the women working behind the counter were super nice. They said they're going to start serving food (sandwiches, burgers, pastries) this coming Saturday, which I'm really excited to try. Dolce Isola is our normal weekend breakfast spot, but they're mysteriously closed on Sundays so I'm excited for this option. read more

Had a breakfast croissant today with bacon and egg and it was wonderful. My first time eating here, my job ordered it and it was delivered here at work. read more

We simply love this place. Just come in and try everything. From delicious coffee to tasty food. Undergrind has become one of our favorites in the neighborhood. read more

This place has the best Cobb salad in town. Period. I haven't written a review this fast before. The crew is kind and the order was quick. Dogs are allowed, and the place looks unique and elegant. read more

I go here all of the time with my friends because I go to school at hamilton and it is so good! I love the curry burrito wrap thing and the caramel or peanut butter ice blended. Really convenient and affordable! I would recommend to anyone for brunch especially. The hummus platter is delicious as well. read more

The food is so good, and has something for everyone. Their sweet dough pancakes are the best I've ever had, and make the a great addition to any breakfast sandwich. read more

The customer service is excellent and you are treated like you are visiting family ( the good side). I have tried the Spanish Lover burrito, the Morning Melt, the Miss Piggy Melt, and the Breakfast Bite; along with the hot soy Latte and the ice blended salted caramel latte. The food is delicious; my favorite is the Miss Piggy melt... Yet I haven't tried every item on the menu... Which is my plan!! Please visit the Undergrind Cafe if you live in the Beverlywood area or drive by, you will be pleasantly surprised. My daughter takes swim classes across the street and we walk over to Undergrind for breakfast or lunch. It's next to a colorful art gallery; just in case you miss it. read more

the best place in la.... i love this place so much whenever i want something special i go here. best dirty chai lattes (tiger island is also sooo good) i love the burritos and a perfect size!! the location usually has great parking and it's a nice area to walk around. everyone is super friendly and it's my little spot of paradise! read more

I adore this place! The filthy chai is my go-to drink, and everyone I've brought here has raved about the drinks. Everything I've tried on the menu has been delish. Great atmosphere, eclectic music, free 1 hr of wifi with purchase, but if you have Time Warner Cable there is a TWC hotspot too. The owners are a beautiful couple and they've put their heart and soul into this spot. I live in the neighborhood, and many of us contributed to their Kickstarter campaign before we even knew who they were. I'm so glad we did! read more

Great Café, good food & coffees! Staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful with questions & suggestions. I will defiantly be back! read more

Undergrind Cafe - GrUbBeD! - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very cool spot, great coffee, and I love supporting a young black woman owning a small business in West Los Angeles. The staff is so awesome! read more

Undergrind Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wow! Awesome great experience! Hiked the Culver City stairs, stopped for breakfast/lunch, like others I checked yelp! Shrimp and grits SO GOOD!!! Did not disappoint! Huge portion! My drink was the Purple Rain tea latte, blended! Yummy all around! read more

Undergrind Cafe - Shrimp & Grits, and Purple Rain (Lavender & vanilla bean) blended? - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I recently moved to the neighborhood, and something I was specifically looking for was a local, independently owned coffee shop. I was so glad to find Undergrind while searching for a new apartment. The staff is super friendly and the entire place has a great vibe. I've only ever gotten black coffee which is pretty good, but the food is especially great! It's usually pretty busy, so yes the food can be on the slower side, but considering the crowds it's not bad at all - and worth it! The food is a little pricey, but not outrageous compared to other LA cafes, and you definitely get your money's worth. I had the avocado toast and it kept me full pretty much all day. I'm very excited to keep going back no that I leave a few blocks away, and become a regular!! read more

I saw the great reviews and called in an order. The lady on the phone was friendly, and I didn't feel rushed. The tuna salad was very nice! I'm skeptical of tuna salads, because they tend to be loaded in mayo, or lacking flavor but this salad was impressive in size and in flavor! The staff was friendly as well. I'll have to come back and try the coffee haha. read more

I've had several awful cappuccinos here. The milk is always overly frothed l to the point that it isn't smooth or creamy, and the espresso tastes like it came from a Nespresso machine. However, the food I've tried has been excellent! read more

Thank GOD this place opened! We use the swim school over the road and there is a dearth of decent offer in the area, realized this place was recently open thanks to yelp and popped in to get caffeine fix. Dirty chai with almond milk is delicious, 3yr old is wolfing down her croissant, the 6yr old is yet to have his banana and chocolate cake but the nibble I had was lush. And the servers are friendly and nice Very welcome addition to the neighborhood read more

I love this place! I am an avid Starbucks Coffee drinker, and I am officially won over. Their iced coffees and iced Americanos are amazing! They are just so delicious! Not to mention how friendly their staff is! I suggest this cafe to anyone! read more

The aesthetic here is nice. The logo is cool. The coffee is decent. The wait is long. The space is small. It's a mixed bag at Undergrind, and because of that I have mixed feelings about it. I came on a Sunday afternoon before venturing out in the world. I ordered a small iced Dutch latte for $4.50 then waited for my order to come. And waited. And waited some more. This is definitely not a place to hop in, grab a drink and go about your day. Luckily the latte was pretty good so the wait was almost worth it (it was like a mocha from a chain coffee place but without the sweet sting on your teeth: all of the goodness of chocolate flavor, none of the over sweetness). And here is where my eyes roll: during this wait I also heard one of the baristas say to her coworker, "hahah that's great: she's getting the D" very loudly. I'm all for sexual innuendo among friends, but not from strangers making my coffee..... I most likely won't return. Parking sucks, and if I'm going to enter into a situation that may or may not be enjoyable I'll need something stiffer than caffeine to motivate me. read more

Everyone who works here is very nice! FOOD: The only food I've had here was this breakfast sandwich thing that I do t think they carry anymore and that thing was bomb.com! They have a good sized selection of breakfast and lunch options though so there is something for everyone. Breakfast burritos to bagels and lox, they have you covered. COFFEE: The coffee here is also super yummy, my go-to is the salted caramel hot or cold or blended; it stays bomb. Last time my friend got the Filthy Chai -which is their take on a dirty chai for all you former Starbucks patrons- and she said it just might be here new go to drink This coffee shop is just what this neighborhood needed. I like to come in before church most Sunday mornings and they always treat me with kindness. They also have wifi if you need to catch up on some work or studying done. read more

Coffee and Customer Service were great but i come here every day and they've forgotten my order at least 4 Times now.

I usually come here for coffee but their ice tea is great! Nice people and service & Breakfast burrito was on point. read more

Undergrind Cafe - All American Burrito - Cafes Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I work in the school nearby so I always go here for some coffee. The food is pretty yummy and the drinks are great. They have good customer service and the place is cute and clean. Overall it's a nice place to go for some coffee and try some yummy foods! My only caution is because it's by a high school you get a lot of teenagers that go in and crowd the place. read more

We found this hip little spot (on Yelp, of course) for a Sunday brunch. They had a line to the door the whole time we were there to prove it, but the friendly staff kept it moving quickly and the wait wasn't bad at all. The downside to the popularity of this place is that it is small so the seating is limited, but most people seemed to find at least a seat at the eating bars. Everything on the menu looked so good, it was hard to decide! Lots of flavorful, fresh ingredients, and veggie/vegan options. The shrimp and grits dish we tried was very flavorful and so filling. (The garlic was a bit on the raw side and may have been too strong for some people.) I really liked the tiger ice coffee with chocolate coconut and chai. Sounds like possible overkill, but I had to try it. The flavors turned out to be well balanced, the coffee did not disappear, and it wasn't overly sweet. Yum. read more

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I LOVE this place! They have the best selection of very unique lattes, not your typical flavors anywhere. And honestly you can't go wrong with any of them. I have tried the Tiger and the London Fog, my favs! Their break of the day burrito is also amazing, they use quality ingredients and no greasy i-regret-eating-an-entire-burrito by myself feeling. read more

Been a long time customer here. Almost every weekend for a year I've ordered my favorite croissant sandwich and been on my way. But in the past few months things have changed. I don't know if it's over-popularity, or a change in management. But the service is terribly slow, they're messing up my orders, it took them SO long to fix their air conditioner when it broke in the summer. Something weird is going on. It's been too many of these in a row and this may be my last visit for a while. Thanks for the good times, hope you shape up soon. read more