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    Yala Coffee

    3.9 (97 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Latte
    Jabez P.

    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

    Vanilla and Fig Matcha (not whisked well)
    Winnie L.

    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.

    Joanna K.

    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.

    Brizylla A.

    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!

    Evil eye
    Iris G.

    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.

    Fig and vanilla matcha latte
    Jasmine D.

    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!

    Seating area
    Haleh M.

    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.

    fig matcha latte
    Najeya K.

    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.

    Evil Eye
    Keith H.

    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.

    Fig Matcha
    Annie T.

    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]

    best chocolate chip I've had in a very long time
    Delfin T.

    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

    Cecilia L.

    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.

    Yala Matcha
    Maria O.

    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.

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    4 months ago

    Soooo yum. Their fig matcha hitssss and it's so cute inside. All the employees are super nice!

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    5 months ago

    Ordered the vanilla and fig matcha and it was so good! Love the vibes there and really enjoyed my drink! Highly recommend!!

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    4 months ago

    Very good matcha place ..only few places with pistachio milk ..definitely must try when you in that area

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    3 months ago

    The Yala coffee is so sweet and hardly put any coffeee in it. It's like a glorified coffee mate.

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    6 months ago

    A good americano (I can't remember the last time I said that) and very, very kind customer service.

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    Stagger Coffee - Double matcha and matcha latte

    Stagger Coffee

    4.5(830 reviews)
    2.4 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
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    My friend said this was her favorite matcha spot in town so you know I had to stop by when I was in…read morektown. Similar to much of ktown there isn't that much parking but they have valet if you wanted to post up a bit and enjoy. Be warned that even on a weekday this place is packed. However, they have a good system and even with the lines I got my drink within 5 mins. Shocking as i've seen this taken 10 mins + at other places. I was pleasantly surprised by the space as it had a good amount of seating and while the outdoor space next door isn't officially theirs, people seem to use it as well so it opens up the space. I got their strawberry match since it is the season and it did not disappoint. The strawberry jam was tasty and not too sweet. Also got the double matcha to wake me up even more and I enjoyed it. I did see a lot of others getting their jasmine matcha so I will need to get that next time!

    This coffee shop is located in the heart of Koreatown. Parking can be challenging since there are…read morevery few spaces available, so valet parking is often the best option, even during the day. Despite that, the café is always busy, which says a lot about its popularity. The interior is modern and minimalist with a clean, stylish atmosphere. Their matcha lattes are what they're best known for. I ordered the Double Matcha Latte, and it was absolutely delicious. The matcha flavor was rich, thick, and incredibly bold. My only complaint is that the portion was much smaller than I expected. The service was okay. It wasn't particularly warm or memorable, but it was fine. Overall, it's definitely worth a visit if you're a matcha lover.

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    Stereoscope Coffee

    4.4(373 reviews)
    1.7 miEcho Park
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    Love this coffee spot! Staff is always super friendly and it's my top 3 matcha places. There is…read morealso lots of street parking and a nearby 7/11 you can also park at which makes this convenient since west la parking usually sucks! I always get the matcha with extra cream top:) Definitely should be on everyone's matcha spots to try!

    Stopped by Stereoscope for a cortado and had a really enjoyable experience. One thing that…read moreimmediately stood out was the barista's knowledge. She was genuinely engaged in talking about coffee, understood the beans she was serving, and was able to answer questions without hesitation. That's becoming harder to find these days, and it definitely added to the overall experience. The cortado itself was well executed. The temperature was right where it should be, allowing the flavors to come through immediately without having to wait for the drink to cool down. I was able to clearly taste the notes in the coffee, and the balance between the espresso and milk was excellent. The body held together nicely throughout the drink and never felt thin or watered down. My only critique would be that the crema and microfoam leaned a little more matte and foamy than glossy. It wasn't enough to take away from the drink, but a slightly silkier, shinier texture would have elevated it even further. That said, this was an Ethiopian natural, which can be a bit trickier to dial in and pair with milk while still preserving the character of the coffee, so it's a fairly minor criticism. Overall, a very good cortado from a shop that clearly cares about coffee. Good execution, proper temperature, clear flavor separation, and knowledgeable staff always make for a better coffee experience.

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