YALA keeps me coming back. With the choices of coffee shops in Silverlake and Echo Park, YALA has me returning. I have yet to try their signature sand coffee, but their iced Orange Blossom Latte with Pistachio milk hits the spot. It's just the right amount of orange blossom and not overly floral. I'm not a fan of Lavendar drinks. Stagger coffee also has a great citrus inspired coffee drink. It's a close call, but they each have their highlights. I've also tried their signature YALA latte. It's super creamy with a nice dash of cardamom to enhance the flavor as well as their vanilla fig matcha latte. I appreciate the unique flavor profiles. You still can taste the coffee and matcha without the flavors overwhelming the drink or being overly sweet. The space is minimal with the counter and some side seating. Parking probably is challenging on the weekends but decent during the week. I'm looking forward to trying more of their coffee/matcha drinks. Halla to Yala!! read more

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Parking: only street parking, very difficult to find on the weekends. Service: Service was alright. Some baristas are more welcoming than others. It took us about 10 minutes in line and another 10 to get our drinks on a Saturday afternoon. We saw some baristas chatting with each other while people waited in line to order, luckily we had ordered before that. There was one barista that was holding down the coffee bar getting drinks out and connecting with customers, he was great! Drinks: The apricot espresso tonic is good, it's in a 12 oz cup wish they offered a 16 oz! The Yala latte without cream top was also pretty good. Ambiance: their storefront is pretty small. They primarily have wall seating, high tops and and stools. They also have a restroom for customers. It's also pretty loud on the weekends, not the best place for studying or reading. read more

SO SO GOOD! We got the Yala Matchas, Yala Latte, and the Fig Latte and those were delicious! The only thing we don't recommend is the olive lemonade unless you really really like olives? It was TOOOO olive forward for us! Also the seating is pretty nonexistent! So not a place to sit and study or read. It's more of a grab and go! But the matcha and Yala labeled drinks were incredible! read more

Yala Coffee - Yala Matchas, Yala Latte, Fig Latte, and the Olive Lemonade - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

I've been wanting to try Yala Coffee for quite some time because of their unique menu. I ordered the Yala Matcha and I thought it was absolutely delicious! The matcha was rich and you could really taste the cardamom and brown sugar come through. I'm not usually into sweet matcha drinks but I was drawn to the cardamon flavor. Honestly, it tasted like apple pie! The Evil Eye was delicious as well. Prices are quite steep but I wouldn't mind splurging again because the drinks were so good. When I stopped by, it wasn't busy and parking was decent. In terms of service, I think that it could be a bit more welcoming. Other than that, I can see myself stopping by again to get the Yala Matcha. read more

Yala Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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30 minutes before closing, there was still a line out the door on a Sunday. I would say it was about 10 min of waiting in line plus waiting for the drink. The cafe had a trendy industrial vibe. It is very crowded so it may be difficult to find a spot to enjoy your drink if you have a big group. Staff wasn't too welcoming or friendly. I ordered their fig matcha and the matcha wasn't fully whisked, leaving small green clumps throughout the drink. While the flavor was enjoyable, the texture felt slightly uneven and could be improved. read more

Yala Coffee - Vanilla and Fig Matcha (not whisked well) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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Gr8 service gr8 vibes in silver lake. Matcha was pretty good but the yalla latte was better. They have free almond / oat milk I believe which is nice read more

Yala Coffee - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

INCREDIBLE. Wow I was blown away by the fig & vanilla matcha. So well balanced, perfectly caffeinated all day. I will be back asap, I'm dreaming of this matcha. The yala latte was solid! Great taste nice & creamy. Parking was a pain, interior is small minimal seating. Service was kind and quick. read more

Yala Coffee - Fig & Vanilla Matcha Latte $8 + (add) house cream top $1.50, Yala Latte $7.50 (whole milk for all) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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And if I could give it 6 stars I would! I loved it! Quality drinks and not overly expensive like other coffee shops in the area. I'm not sure why I'm seeing low ratings on there- something about the service but it's just a coffee shop. Why do people feel the need to have exceptional service at a coffee shop? It's clearly not a Michelin restaurant. Anyway this is my top einspanner in LA, and the cream top is not overly sweert. It's all well balanced. I can't wait to come back for that fig matcha. Atmosphere is cool, love the whole minimal and cultural concept! read more

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Came to Yala for all the hype and loved it for the service. As you walk in you are greeted by an open area along with a seating area (bench) along the wall. I asked the barista for her recommendation and ordered the "evil eye" hands down 10/10 . Brewed with hot sand, the coffee is truly richer in taste, creamier and obviously super hot. Loved that the barista explained the process of the brewing and added that the small coffee grounds left at the bottom of the cup shouldn't be drank. I've had my shares of Turkish coffee and can honestly say, this one is worth coming for. Parking is scarce, so come knowing you will spend time looking for parking. However, the drinks are worth coming for. I will definitely try the rest of their menu. read more

Yala Coffee - Evil eye - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

Finally got a chance to stop by the Yala Silver Lake location! There was a bit of a line and the store itself was busy but the wait wasn't bad. I was craving a matcha and got the fig and vanilla matcha. The matcha itself was high quality, but unlike the fig and vanilla matcha I got at the Studio City location, this matcha did not have the expected fig and vanilla flavor. Not sure if it was because I got the drink less sweet, but I barely tasted any fig if at all. They had also had run out of the freeze dried figs (it was around 2pm) which is not a big deal but I the freeze dried fig on top adds to the overall aesthetic haha. The cafe itself isn't the best spot to hang out as there isn't much seating (one row of seating along the wall) and it felt pretty crowded on the inside on a weekend. Street parking only. Need to come back to try their coffee! read more

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I had a wonderful experience at Yala Coffee. Granted from other reviews, I realize that visiting during the week during off-peak hours probably helped. I wanted to try the Evil Eye, and it didn't disappoint. It was soothing to view the coffee brewing ritual and it was a delight to be sipped slowly and savored. The seating was easy for relaxing and musing at the passing traffic outside on Sunset. It was just what I wanted to perk me up for the afternoon. read more

Yala Coffee - Awaiting the evil eye. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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Got the popular Fig Vanilla Matcha and it did not disappoint! The fig flavor came through nicely without overpowering the drink, and the matcha itself was smooth and rich. Would come back again. read more

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I've been to the studio city location and had a great experience. I happened to be in the area for this location so I decided to stop by. Instantly I felt like Something about this location was less appealing. For starters the staff was not in the slightest warm or welcoming. When I asked for a stopper to close my beverage I was met with such attitude. I got the evil eye cortado and small yala latte. Both were good but honestly the lack of kind customer service left a bitter taste in my mouth. read more

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I tried the popular Fig Matcha Latte!! It tased pretty good. The fig mix comes at the bottom of cup with the matcha poured on top. I'd say the fig mixture tastes like very sweet honey with a breeze of fig flavor. The drink is beautiful, with a freeze dried fig on top for aesthetic. Such an adorable touch. After the matcha is mixed up, the color isn't half bad. The reason I rate this a 3/5 is because LA is a hotspot for matcha, especially around the silverlake area! There is definitely better matcha but I did enjoy my experience at Yala. One critique: BRING BACK SIZES why is every cafe one-size cups. I absolutely hateeee that. Please, sometimes I want a medium or large. I do not want to finish my $8 matcha in 3 sips. I'm so over it. read more

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Omg the infamous Fig Matcha!! The place doesn't have a lot of seatings, not that you could comfortably do work at. The lighting, though, is really great, with their large window up front. The service was very welcoming and we enjoyed their company as well. We were a bit disappointed, though, because from the viral videos and photos, we were expecting fresh figs. It didn't matter that much, though, because the taste is still really tasty!! One of my top matcha in LA for sure!! Fig Matcha [8/10] read more

Yala Coffee - Fig Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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Once Yala opened a spot in Silver Lake, I wondered if this location would carry the same amount of hype as their original cafe in Studio City. As the long line during a recent weekend visit proved, this place seems to be as popular as its first location! However, I find it to be a lot more chill during weekday visits, and while I like the coffee I would not wait in a lengthy queue to get it. I usually get the Evil Eye, which is a small cup of sand coffee topped with a dollop of their cream top and a crusted raw sugar rim. I recently tried their Yala Latte, which I thought was fine though it did not leave a strong impression. There's both indoor and outdoor seating, and the indoor area has a bit of a rustic aesthetic. read more

Yala Coffee - Evil Eye - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

There was such a long line and people were leaving with matcha drinks that looked delicious... so we just had to try. Ordered the vanilla & fig ice cold matcha with a side order of choc chip cookie. So glad we decided to give this place a try. The ice cold matcha was strong & flavorful... and the cookie was one of the best choc chip cookie I've ever had... soft, chewy & very chocolaty read more

Yala Coffee - best chocolate chip I've had in a very long time - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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I've been meaning to try the Studio city location but could never make it out there so was pretty excited to see they had a new location in silver lake! Everyone else was also excited so the place was pretty packed so be prepared to wait in line. Parking is only street parking. The shop itself is also a bit small so seating is limited. For drinks, I ended up deciding on the Yala latte and I'm really glad that I did. It's served with a cardamom cream top so it's like a twist on an Einspanner. The drink was very well balanced without being overly sweet and I really enjoyed it! read more

Yala Coffee - 12.2025 iced Yala latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

I came in pretty close to closing and people were still here waiting to get some coffee so this place is popular!!! It's a super cute, grab and go shop with a solid, creative menu. Their matcha was alright. Unfortunately, I don't think it was whisked enough or maybe the milk ratio was a little off. I'm not sure, but it was a little too textured for me. I wish there was a little more of a fig flavor too but I loved that the drink was topped with a freeze dried fig. I would give this spot another chance since the people were so nice and so many people rave about this place, so I really think it might've been a fluke. I would come earlier in the day next time for sure too. read more

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I love cardamom and a perfectly balanced latte - Yala does both very well. We ordered: - Fig & Vanilla Matcha Latte* - Yala Latte The Fig & Vanilla Matcha Latte was at the perfect matcha to milk ratio (not many get it right) with just the right amount of fig and vanilla. The Yala Latte was flavorful without ever being too sweet. That cardamom cold foam is just as delicious as I imagined and I can't wait to try it over an americano next time. read more

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Honestly this place was a no for me, maybe we went on a bad day. There was a long line (out the door) but they were pretty quick, i got their Yala latte but it was very milky and flavorless, it almost didnt even taste like coffee at all. The cream top was good but the rest was whatever. The matcha was the same thing, it had no flavor and did not taste like the best quality or maybe just didnt have enough matcha. The concept of how they heat up the espresso is pretty cool and the drinks are very aesthetically pleasing to look at but when they dont taste good, the rest doesn't really matter. I didnt really interact with the staff but it was pretty standard customer service. read more

Yala Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

I came to this location because the other location was way to far for me as someone visiting from across the country and staying in DTLA. I got the Evil Eye, Yala latte and the Fig Matcha latte and let me just say that even if you have to go out of your way to come here - please do! I thought about it but couldn't pick a favorite because all three of our drinks were so delicious - especially the cardamom foam top was chef's kiss! The evil eye is small but mighty - sand coffee topped with cardamom foam and rimmed with sugar so every sip sends you to heaven. It is very hot so be careful to not take a big sip as soon as you get it. If you aren't the adventurous kind, get the Yala because it was a very delicious creamy latte with even creamier cardamom foam top. Some people complain about the sweetness of the Fig Matcha latte but for me it was perfection! There was actual fig pulp at the bottom and freeze dried fig on top which made it even more delightful. Of all the coffee places I went to in LA, I think this is the only one I desperately want in the East coast - please come to NYC! read more

Yala Coffee - Fig Matcha, Yala Latte and Evil Eye - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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Very cute little spot, very chill and nice vibes inside. Everyone seems nice and mellow, good morning coffee/matcha spot. Enjoyed my fig matcha here,it's delicious and refreshing- gee re at for this weather. read more

Yala Coffee - Yala Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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Flavorsome and well crafted--I now understand the hype with their Studio City location! Not even a week old and there has been great turn out! We ordered their Yala Latte, iced and Orange Blossom Oat Latte. Both delicious and excellent choices as we are newly introduced. The cream topping on the Yala Latte was rich and gave a nice mouth-feel. The staff were all welcoming and even made time to connect. We appreciated the chat! With the space being fairly new, theres seating inside and out. There's metered street parking and plenty of shops that are waking distance. Overall, stoked for this new addition to the neighborhood! read more

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One of the best lattes I have ever had! Not bitter, not acidic, strong coffee taste in a good way. The creme brulee latte was perfection - not too sweet and highlighted the coffee profile really well. Had their cheese danish which was not a stand out but did the job. Limited pastry options. Their drinks are high maintenance so be prepared to wait a few minutes. If is worth it. Limited seating inside. Parking is street and can be challenging depending on the time of the day you go. Yala. Let's get some coffee! read more

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Really delicious matcha!! There is very limited seating so keep that in mind. I had a taste of the cream top and it was sooo good! read more

Yala Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

Super cute little mom-and-pop café in Silver Lake, known for its Middle Eastern inspired drinks especially their signature sand coffee, brewed in heated sand for a rich, slightly smoky flavor. What we ordered: * Evil Eye Sand Coffee - house-made cardamom cream, raw sugar rim, coffee grounds * Fig & Vanilla Matcha Latte (einspanner) - ceremonial matcha, organic fig purée, house vanilla bean syrup * Yala Latte - house-made cardamom cream, organic brown sugar syrup, coffee grounds Everything was quite decent overall, but the Evil Eye sand coffee was the standout. It's strong but very pleasant on the palate bold without being harsh. The raw sugar rim really ties everything together and balances the bitterness perfectly. One of the Fig & Vanilla Matcha Lattes was an einspanner, and honestly either version, you can't go wrong. I loved the fig bits settled at the bottom; such a thoughtful touch and definitely not something you see often. The flavor felt unique yet comforting. Huge plus: they offer oat, pistachio, and almond milk at no extra charge, which I truly appreciate as someone who's lactose intolerant. The staff was super friendly and welcoming, and I loved their recommendations. Service was efficient we didn't wait long at all. Parking isn't available directly in front, but we found street parking in the nearby neighborhood, which was an easy walk. If you're in the Silver Lake area and curious about sand coffee, Yala is absolutely worth a stop read more

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Wonderful atmosphere, awesome baristas, great coffee. Small but clean space, plenty of seating, a pretty variable drink menu. Pastries are also available. read more

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Came in twice in the past couple weeks and had a lovely time - I tried the Sand Hot Chocolate and the Yala Latte, and the drinks are great! Highly recommend stopping by if you enjoy inventive drinks Depending on your luck, the line can get pretty long, but the team is nice and moves fairly quickly. Seating can be a challenge, this is not a spot to bust your laptop out to work at. Rather it's cozy and good for one-on-one hangs with friends. I came during a rainy season though, I think they do have some outdoor chairs out on the sidewalk for when the weather is better Parking is either metered outside or in the surrounding residential area read more

Yala Coffee - Sand Hot Chocolate - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

I've been dying to try Yala Coffee for a while now so when they opener their location in Silverlake, I jumped at the opportunity. I have to say the drinks were just ok though. I'm a big fan of cardamom flavored things and the cardamom cream top was definitely a let down. The spritz was ok but it's hard to mess one up. I'd definitely go back and give them another chance and hopefully I like the drinks more. read more

Yala Coffee - Non-caffeinated spritz + iced fig matcha with cardamom cream top - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

I had to get the fig matcha for the sake of Research. It would genuinely be 2 stars if I got it unsweetened because it was straight bitter, even with the fig puree and vanilla syrup. The drink definitely leans more vanilla than fig. Their coffee looks fire so while I would not get the matcha again I would be so down to try that. read more

Yala Coffee - fig and vanilla matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

I wanted to come here to try the drinks and also get some work done. The seats were not meant for doing work. They had benches but low tables so you'll strain your back. They also had another long mounted to the wall but it was so high it didn't feel comfortable doing work on my laptop. I got the yala latte which was decent but nothing special. I also got the matcha latte with cream top and it was not good. It had a weird cinnamon after taste and was very watered down. Would not recommend their drinks or this place if you wanted to get work done. read more

Yala Coffee - Yala latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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3.5 Came on a Saturday and it took maybe 20 minutes to order and then another 10 to get our drinks. Not terrible. We ordered 2 creme brulee's, 1 fig matcha with the cardamom creme top added, and I got the Yala Latte with oat milk. Cousins super enjoyed the creme brulee's. It was the Yala but with crisps of sugar in it. Had a sip of my sister's fig matcha, which she has tried in the past and didn't like, and it wasn't bad. There was just a lot going on flavor wise (for me). For my Yala Latte, I just couldn't get over the oat milk. The oat milk had a super earthy and chalky taste, which paired with the already neutral (I'm assuming) coffee taste, did not make the drink super pleasant. I finished it but I wasn't in love with it and I am certain it was because of the oat milk. read more

I had been wanting to try this place and honestly it did not disappoint. Inside was very minimal but so aesthetic. I went with some friends so i was able to try a good amount of drinks. I got the fig and vanilla matcha and added cold foam, it was sooo good. My friend got the evil eye and the crème brûlée latte. Im not one to like every coffee but both the evil eye and creme brûlée WERE INSANE. I would order the creme brûlées if I went back and I barely drink coffee! The girl at the front was super helpful answering questions since it was our first time. I would definitely come back here when I'm near. read more

Yala Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

All their pastries are incredible! I've had the sugar donut and the ham and cheese croissant and both were the best I've ever had! Also their Yala coffee was amazing. Obsessed read more

We decided to try this place out and got a few drinks. I ordered the salted honey pistachio milk coffee honestly, the first few sips were amazing, but after about halfway, it got a bit overwhelming and I couldn't finish it. We also tried the fig matcha. It wasn't bad, but all I really tasted were chunks of fig and sweet matcha, so it didn't stand out much to me. My favorite was definitely the regular matcha with the cream top that one was simple and really good. Service was okay, but it can get a little loud inside, so it's sometimes hard to hear when ordering. The vibe is clean and simple, and there are a few spots to sit and enjoy your drink. The only downside is parking it's street parking, and since it's in Silver Lake, it can be pretty hard to find a spot, especially during busy times read more

Yala Coffee - Fig matcha and salted honey pistachio milk, coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

Middle eastern vibes, lovely decor and vibes inside, there a few seats inside and a bench outside, their masala chai is freakin delicious Very fresh ingredients, and the baristas are great vibes. Located in a lovely area of Silverlake, with lots of other cafes and shops around. read more

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The fig matcha is SO good, I just keep going back for it. The prices are reasonable for Silver Lake, especially compared to other places. The staff is kind and friendly. They have assorted pastries. It's not really a good hang spot or place to work because there's almost no seating (just bench along the wall inside and a bench on the sidewalk outside), but there's always a line out the door. It's a good addition to the neighborhood. read more

Yala Coffee - Outside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California

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The vibe inside is alright, there's just this very pungent smell that's off putting, I'm not sure if it's the coffee beans or something else. As for the drinks I think they have a solid vanilla matcha. My friend got an iced americano and didn't like it lol. I also agree with everyone else saying that the staff is unwelcoming and rude (particularly the girl with the pixie cut). I'd come here if it's close to your area!! But I definitely think there are better options. read more

First and foremost, this place was busy and did have about a 15-20 minute wait to order. There isn't any dedicated parking lot for this place so you have to make do with neighborhood parking. It took me about another 10-20 minutes to find parking. The coffee itself was good but not to go out of my way for if you're not a local. I think if you have access to Turkish coffee at home this isn't to die for. Still, something fun to try! I would recommend the fig and vanilla matcha hot! When I got it iced, the sugar had not dissolved so it did not have the sweet flavoring. Since it's so busy here I think the ambiance is more of a get and go vibe because the stores nearby also seemed busy. There is some seating indoor and some outdoor. Definitely not a sit down and study coffee place. I liked the evil eye coffee. Loved the sugar brim and that is something I would not make for myself at home. read more

Yala Coffee - Devil Eye and Fig and Vanilla matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Silver Lake, California