Free parking structure. Beautiful place. Appeared clean. Got the Black Sesame Ye Signature Latte cold for $7.50. It was really good and you can really taste the black sesame. The Sweetened Matcha Latte for $7 was also really good. The Yuzu Shaved Ice was alright for $9, but wouldn't get the Yuzu flavor again. read more

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Ye Stage & Tea is permanently closed as of August 5, 2025. No need to read any further, thank you. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This was a cafe on the third floor of California Market in Koreatown (가주마켓). It was like a tearoom with a stage inside for musical performances. And they also had coffee and desserts too. I only came here because I saw they had taiyaki (bungeo-ppang 붕어빵) on the menu. Ordered three of their fish-shaped pastries, two with custard and one with Nutella. It was served warm and freshly made. The outer shell was crisp and slightly chewy, while the inside was sweet and indulging. Didn't get to try anything else unfortunately. read more

Ye Stage & Tea - Fish Shaped Pastry (Taiyaki or Bungeo-ppang 붕어빵) - Koreatown | Los Angeles, California - Tea Rooms Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Ye Stage & Tea is a hidden gem creating an authentic tea room experience. This spot is located on the rooftop of the California Market in Ktown. There is a free parking garage here with easy access to the shop if you park on the top floor. Inside, they have a gorgeous and spacious setup with lots of seating available. For their menu, they have a nice selection of different teas, matcha, dessert, and more! I opted to try the Iced Green Plum Tea and it was light and refreshing! Overall, this spot is a great tranquil escape amidst the hustle and bustle of the city. All of the staff are very kind and welcoming. I would definitely recommend trying one of their tea drinks! read more

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It's BINGSU long since I've last visited @ye.stage.and.tea , but I'm so glad I was able to stop by again! This hidden gem on the third floor above California Market specializes in traditional Korean teas and desserts, which you can tell are high quality and authentic by all the ahjussis and ahjummas that visit the cafe. In addition to brewed teas, their menu also features boong-o-bbang, bingsu, Korean cookies/pastries, coffee, and non-caffeinated lattes. I appreciated the soothing traditional Korean string music playlist and occasional live music performances, and this place is definitely a better spot for working/studying in comparison to the loud, crowded trendy cafes in the area. The cafe also has free WiFi, restrooms for customers, and free parking in the structure. Featured here: strawberry bingsu: this was beautifully presented, although I wish the ice crystals were more delicate. Definitely make sure to ask for condensed milk with this! boong-o-bbang: these are freshly made, and come in flavors such as cheese, red bean, custard and more! matcha and strawberry latte: this drink consistently mostly of milk, with a bit of matcha syrup on the bottom and strawberry jam. black sesame latte: I liked how this wasn't too sweet and had a strong, authentic flavor of sesame. It tastes more like a black sesame milk slushie read more

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Ye Stage & Cafe has a cozy, traditional Korean-inspired decor that shows the owner really cares about every detail. The boong-O-bbang (Taiyaki) is chewy and mochi-like - super delicious. The latte is rich and thick, a bit heavier for me, but my friend loved it. The Korean cookie and waffle set was something unique that you won't easily find elsewhere. The bathroom is super clean and well-kept! Parking is free in the California Market building with plenty of spaces. The staff are super friendly and welcoming. read more

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Lovely cafe Spacious clean and quiet Jujube tea was delicious and taiyaki was very giid read more

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One thing about K-town restaurants is that they generally don't have much in terms of desserts and after dinner drinks. But fortunately for us, K-town has "coffee shops" on practically every block. One of my favorites is Ye Stage & Tea on the roof top floor of the California Marketplace. The ladies who run the place always give great advice and treat us like family. And they take such care with their desserts and drinks that you feel like they're giving you dishes straight from a cookbook photo shoot. Absolutely delicious and they purposely give so much space between tables that you and your group have plenty of privacy. Just a wonderful place to finish off a night in K-town. read more

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Ye Stage & Tea was a random spot I stumbled across when exploring the California Market. Decided to give it a try, since there wasn't any other options for drinks. This place was a hidden gem! The staff was very helpful in answering all questions about the types of drinks and about the store. I ordered the strawberry smoothie (with oat milk) and got it within a few minutes. When ordering, the staff gave many options to substitute for milk, which I appreciated as someone that is lactose intolerant! They gave me a ringer that will notify me when the order was ready, which was helpful while I was looking around at the other shops. The drink was on the sweeter side and a bit more icy. It was very refreshing and I definitely loved it! Inside the store, there are plenty of tables available. Throughout the store, you will find very unique decor and also a stage in the back. read more

Ye Stage & Tea - Strawberry Smoothie - Tea Rooms Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Best cafe ever! Located on a rooftop - you can see the Hollywood sign! Lots of traditional teas. The taiyaki was so well made - mochi dough. Amazing ambiance - great place to gather or just focus on work. Had wifi, outlets, bathroom, and parking. Hope to be back soon :) read more

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A beautiful and tasty escape from the city- the space is cozy and bright and comforting. The outdoor seating is also chill and feels like a getaway. In or out it's a perfect vibe for conversation or focused work. My All time fave drink is the matcha latte- it's rich and sweet but not too sweet, and the authentic matcha flavor is super satisfying. I think we've only been served by the owner- a little serious but friendly vibe. read more

Ye Stage & Tea - matcha latte - Tea Rooms Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We had high hopes since I have never tried this place. The double matcha was actually matcha latte and I thought I was ordering matcha only. My coworker's yuzu tea was watered down. Hmmm, not sure if we will return read more

If you're looking for a charming, peaceful spot to indulge in some unique and delicious treats, this traditional Korean-themed cafe is an absolute gem! From the moment you step inside, the cozy atmosphere immediately transports you to a serene corner of Korea, with its warm wood accents, minimalist design, and soft, ambient music. The rice croffles were so unique. Imagine a perfect fusion of waffle and croissant -- light, crispy, and just the right amount of sweetness. The texture is divine, with a subtle chewiness inside and a golden, buttery crisp outside. Pair it with their sweetened rice drink( shikhe) which is a refreshing, creamy beverage that feels like a hug in a cup. It's not overly sweet, just delicately flavored with rice and a hint of sweetness that complements the croffle beautifully. Service is friendly and attentive, and you can tell the owners really care about creating a welcoming, authentic experience. Whether you're a first-timer or a regular, this place offers a quiet, cozy escape from the hustle and bustle, along with an unforgettable culinary experience. There were a lot of people studying on their laptops at the cafe when I went in the evening. The very kind lady at the front helped me with item recommendations, and even charged my airpods for me when I asked if they had chargers availabile! She spoke so beautifully too. It made me think that this cafe was kind of like walking into a museum..! Highly recommend! It's also a great place to bring your mom or grandma, I think they'd love it. read more

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Came here with friends after lunch. Was originally looking for a boba tea place but ended up watching my friends get a strawberry matcha latte. They made me taste it and OMG it's been weeks and I'm still thinking of it! It was SO good!!! The service was great and the workers were friendly. Loved the ambiance too that had a ton of Korean culture art. It's on top of the California Market which I think has free parking. Highly recommend and can't wait to go back! read more

Came here to study and it is clean and spacious! Wifi is good, easy parking, alot of outlets. However they play traditional music quite loudly which has alot of loud and sudden beats which threw me off a bit. I got an iced americano which was decent along with the rice cake waffle which was overpriced but not bad. The blueberries on top of the waffle were frozen which was unexpected. Service was a little slow as my friends yuzu tea took 15 min to come out. read more

Ye Stage & Tea - iced americano and rice cake waffle - Tea Rooms Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Ambiance: the tea room is spacious and also serves as a music venue, stylish decorations with traditional Korean elements Service: very friendly and patient with questions, served the drink adequately Drink: standard drink with specialty Mocha Premium Latte - **** bold flavors, recommend Matcha and Strawberry None Espresso Latte - **** beautiful presentation and sweet taste, recommend Price: overall good quality, each drink costs about $8~$10 per order read more

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We were looking for a coffee/tea & dessert place to chill and just chitchat a bit more. Came across the building of California Supermarket ??? Anyway, went upstairs and there were several eating places and in the middle is a very cozy area to sit & enjoy the view or your food. Going back to Ye, my friend ordered a latte & i had tea. We also had shaved ice and waffle-ish. Staff was really accomodating because we were asking for a lot of questions. We sat outside and he even brought our orders to us. We were there for hours, lol. Good place, good food, what more can you ask for? read more

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Very nice service and great tea/drinks :) the drinks were 4/5; I forgot what we ordered since it was 6 drinks, ill come back again in the future to try it again! read more

In my search of tea shops, a friend recommended this place and I am amazed. The barista did an excellent job with answering questions and making me feel comfortable. The ambiance is perfect and full of Korean decor and artwork. The tea selection is very broad and a good amount to choose from and it is made with fresh ingredients. The food selection is broad and full of plenty options. My tea was so refreshing and delicious and so were the cookies/ Whether you want to come and be by yourself, with friends or get work done this place is perfect! read more

Ye Stage & Tea - Rice Cookies & Jujube Tea - Tea Rooms Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The mall area was pretty quite around 10am on a weekday - so quiet that a lot of the stores including this one were not yet open at their advertised hours. The owner opened shop around 10:30am and then we had a short wait after that for the waffle iron to heat up. The taiyaki was worth the wait - so warm and chewy! We tried the nutella, cream, and plain taiyakis and I actually preferred the plain the most. Our eyes wandered around the cute store while we chewed. There is Japanese decor and historical items with educational blurbs on every wall including walls used as table dividers. This was a cute experience and I would definitely return to try some of their teas as well. read more

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A nice place to come and have a chat while eating desserts and drinking some tea or coffee. They get very busy during peak times but have enough seating inside to possibly catch a seat. The strawberry bingsoo was super refreshing. read more

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This is a rare gem in Korea town or in Los Angeles overall. Starbucks? Tom & Toms? Other chic cafes? But they are all crowded and noisy, which I can't stand. I go to a cafe to relax and kind of Zen into my own space. And this is uniquely possible at Cafe Ye or Ye Cafe. And even the tea, drinks and food are great! Can you believe that?! And even the interior is great and stylish, decorated without crowding the space, sparingly, which is important for my psychological peace. This place is run by an organist wife and Korean musical (pan-sori) singer husband, and the cafe is actually a mini stage with all the due lighting so that there are occasional musical performances. Whenever I go to L.A. and either have spare time to spend or need to work on my weekly speech, I go here with my iPad pro, order a tea or coffee and the fish-shaped dessert called Taiyaki (which comes with 3 kinds of innards: sweet red bean paste, curtard or matcha cream), and start working on my speech manuscript. 2 weeks ago, I couldn't but take photos of the inside with my Sony A7C camera. read more

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Quick service. The menu price is pretty equal to similar places, mine was $8 with tip. Love the rooftop area here. read more

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Ye Stage & Tea is located in the rooftop food court of the California Market. My friend and I had Hanbat across the street and we wanted some bingsoo to combat the hot weather. The yuzu shaved ice was disappointing. Presentation was fine at first glance, but taste and quality was severely lacking. First, the ice was NOT powdery snow. The poster plastered outside is false advertisement as the ice in the bowl was crushed ice of different sizes clumped together. Second, fruits were NOT fresh at all. The strawberries and blueberries were freeze-dried in texture. Third, the entire bowl was covered in mandarin oranges. The only yuzu flavor I tasted was probably some syrup mixed in with the condensed milk for taste. Last, the few pieces of mochi were rock hard from the cold. In the end, we left 2/3 of the dessert behind. For $18, why didn't we just go to Oakobing and/or Sul & Bean for way less? Lol horribly overpriced without any justification. read more

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Great dessert spot. Lots of seating, ambiance is good for a group hang out. Worker was kind of rude, but food came out quickly. Hidden la gem for sure. I recommend the custard taiyaki and the strawberry shave ice. I'd like to come back to try the yuzu shave ice read more

Ye Stage & Tea - Strawberry shave ice cream - Tea Rooms Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came here on a quest to find some warm desserts after dinner. The place was a bit hard to find and we definitely walked around California Market (like kids who wandered a little too far from mom) before realizing it was on the third floor of the building. They serve taiyakis, cookies, bingsoo, and a variety of other dainty desserts. There's a minimum of 3 taiyakis per order so we got two red bean and one custard. They all came out piping hot and perfectly sweet. Their barley grass tea was soothing with it's earthy, leafy tones but was a whooping $8 per cup. It did come in a super unique teacup and I suppose you could ask for hot water refills to get more bang for your buck. There's a stage in the back of the cafe, hence the name, and the ambiance was cozy. Perfect place to spend time alone as well as meet up with friends. There were several people working and studying but I didn't see too many outlets around. Adorned on several walls were ceramic items and paintings for sale. My bf surprisingly really liked this place and felt the prices were justified for what it is. Overall, a pleasant experience and I would love to return to try their other teas and desserts! read more

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I was hungry for a little café snack and was really happy that this tea spot was right above the market. I saw that they had some bungeoppang! I can't say no to crispy delicious snacks so I bought the minimum which was three. Had to go with the classic custard and Nutella. The fish came out very crispy and just enough join us on the inside for a chewy crunch. I also ordered a plum green tea, which hit the spot since it was a hot day. I wanted to enjoy the sun, so I went to sit outside and got my order to go, but there was plenty of space inside. If I had the afternoon or wanted to spend a long amount of hours working on my computer, this is a great secret spot to get away since it isn't busy. They have quite a lot of space and it's very clean. On occasion, there's a rush since it's next to the Korean corn dog place and a lot of families come here to get something less heavy. read more

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Such a special and beautiful place. Food and drinks are, yes, expensive, but delicious. Free and easy parking. Rooftop with lots of light. I love coming here to treat myself! read more

I had really high hopes for Ye Stage & Tea but after going there for the first time it didn't leave such a good impression on me. The rice waffle which I thought would have a chewier texture was very dry and unpleasant to eat and I felt like the toppings didn't marry well with the waffle itself because the shaved almonds didn't actually stay on and the blueberries were frozen so that was interesting. The hazelnut latte was underwhelming and I thought could be way better. The taste was too syrup-y and it didn't taste like coffee enough for me. The taiyaki was pretty good because it's fresh and warm so it's probably the best thing that we ordered. I think there are way better cafes in Koreatown but this place is good if it's convenient or if you're just going to pick up a drink. read more

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Started from the Bottom now I'm Here! Located on the third floor of the California market place this is the pinnacle of cute A$$ tea houses. With so many delicious eye pleasing choices I just went with a few knowing I would be back. Starting off with the waffle but not just any ordinary one this pretty little thing had shaved almonds with blueberries drizzled with honey on top of the rice waffle. So interestingly D!!! Lish! To accompany my rice waffle I had the Korean cookie set which I always love and it always makes me want to order a nice cup tea after my first little nibbles. So I ordered the ssanghwa that came in the cutest set up! And that leveled up the experience. I also got their YE signature latte and why do you ask well, multigrain with black bean and sesame along with mugwort that what! This was seriously Delish!!! To top off this epic experience was the service that couldn't be any better! They made me feel at home like I did back in the day when I walked these streets exploring the culture as a kid. I'm not sure if they're going to incorporate live music soon but I get a little sneak peek at a flute performance here and it was a calming experience. And that's my take on it, Peace. read more

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Calm and relaxing ambiance; great hangout spot/study area! Loved the matcha too, so fresh. Would recommend. read more

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Loved all of our sweets. Would def come back. Nutella fish cake was my fave and such huge portions of the frozen treat. Tons of outdoor seating. v read more

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We visited here few months ago, we had Lotus Leaf tea, and Custard, Nutella, Cheese, Mocha Latte. It was our first time here, so I asked the cashier which ones are popular on the menu and while I was deciding what to get, she gave us some attitude. The cashier/girl at the register was kinda rude, which gave me a cold look. I felt like I did something wrong or what.. Anyway, just customer service is so inpatient and rude.. gave me a bad experience. The drinks were okay, but food was worse, too much flour.. read more

I looovveee traditional Korean snacks and pastries ... Ye Cafe is on the 3rd floor rooftop of California Market in Koreatown, LA. It's so cute inside with calming music and it's the perfect place to order some tea and study. They have lots of tea, smoothie, taiyaki (custard, nutella, red bean), and bingsu options! Go check them out if you're craving dessert! The service was so quick and everyone was so kind. I would definitely come back to try the tea sets and mochi! The taiyaki really impressed me because the red beans tasted like more than just paste and not too sweet! The outside was crispy with a mochi texture. The matcha bingsu tasted like REAL matcha--my family and I finished the whole thing. The Korean snack plate took me back to all my favorite snacks at grandma and grandpa's house. Would be perfect with coffee or tea. read more

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Rice waffle-had to try crispy and sweet (3 for $15) It was good to share with family Also nice weather so had 팥빙수-Red bean shaved iced Also very generous size shared - no picture my kid gobbled it up but definitely hit the spot Came for the corn dog next door and tried them for desert Definitely will come back to stay inside next time Service was very good the ladies were very nice read more

Ye Stage & Tea - Rice waffle - Tea Rooms Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Last night I stopped by Ye Tea, looking forward to a relaxing time with my friend to enjoy some tea and we get HARASSED by their security guard downstairs. (Reason I have to take off stars) It's unfortunate because Ye Stage Tea is one of my favorite tea places in town and I love that they provide free parking in the structure below. But every time I come, I get followed by the security guard. Last time he followed me to this tea spot upstairs and yelling at me until he saw that I was here for Ye Tea. I didn't think much of it and didn't add it to my review because it didn't affect my experience... But last night my experience is unacceptable. After parking downstairs, I bought some groceries and decided to get a bite for dinner across the street before returning for some Ye tea with my friend. He security guard followed us and started yelling in Korean and pointing his finger very close to my face. I was so confused, showed him my receipt and he shrugged off angrily. After dinner I return to the parking structure to get to the elevator to the second floor. While waiting for the elevator, the security guard started calling us a liar and yelling in broken Korean English asking where I was going. I said the tea place upstairs. Called us a liar and shake his finger at us a few more times before the elevator finally arrive. This is HARASSMENT and made my experience very stressful.. especially terrible since I came here to enjoy a relaxing cup of tea to catchup with my friend. Most likely won't be coming back.. read more

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I honestly hesitated on coming to this tea place because of the bad reviews, but holy - I do not regret coming here! My friends and I came in and were greeted by the staff, who do have a heavy Korean accent. So it may be difficult to understand them. They were nice in helping us choose drinks. I got an iced yuzu tea, my friends got an iced green tea, an iced matcha latte, and an iced ginger tea. Except for my friend who got the green tea, ALL of our drinks were so delicious! We were glad we tried it out, despite the bad reviews. read more

Ye Stage & Tea - Tea Rooms Near Me - Los Angeles, California

So many cute spots in Korean town and MayLene D. and I both thought Ye Stage & Tea would be a cute tea house to check out. Good luck finding street parking nearby. The entrance is off of 5th street to get into CA Marketplace and Ye Stage & Tea is located on the 3rd floor. I will give them the cute points. Plenty of patio seating or interior parking. Pay at the cashier to start and then seat yourself. I especially appreciate their decor with the Korean paintings. For our beverages MayLene D. had a regular Green Plum Tea ($7) and I had a large Sikhye Rice Drink ($8.50). We both actually liked our drinks. No complaints there. And then I feel like we got tricked into getting the Korean Cookie Set ($12). MayLene D. wanted the Korean Cookies and even emphasized that she wanted the smaller portion and somehow we ended up with this set of cookies. This set comes with 3 different types of bites. There was one that was too sweet for both of us. Then there was the one MayLene D. actually wanted than ended up tasting super weird... like oily but airy. And then the sesame and seeds candy-like thing that was the most okay. Not recommended. I also saw someone else order shaved ice and I LOVE shaved ice so we asked the cashier lady about it. She mentioned they have three flavors and the strawberry was the best and most popular pick. We listened to her advice unfortunately and got the Strawberry Shaved Ice ($17). There was BARELY any strawberries. Just a few thin slices on the top and when we dug to the bottom there was just ice. All of the toppings can be seen in the photo. Barely strawberries, mochi, blueberries, 2 strawberry straw cookies and this grain powder that had a strange aftertaste. Don't get the shaved ice. It was awful and definitely not worth the price tag. Before having their cookies and shaved ice we almost thought we would come back to enjoy some hot tea here in their cute cups, but then by the end of our time here we decided we were over it. Totally not coming back... read more

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Very cute tea spot! They have desserts here too! Love the decor inside! Piano music playing in the background. They have a piano and stage. Lots of seating area. Yuzu Tea was very refreshing! Really love it! The staff is super friendly!! Would recommend coming to stop by for a quick stop for drinks and desserts! read more

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One of the only places to get 쌍화차 Ssanghwa Tea. Cute, cozy atmosphere with traditional Korean instruments exhibited and lovely hand-sewn hanbok-style coasters. They also sell tea by the box and beautiful tea sets to take home. Perfect place for a date read more

I've come here several times before for some traditional teas, but last night, I had an amazing tasteful experience with their yuzu shaved ice. The best shaved ice I've ever had! The flavor of Yuzu, and some of the texture of little bits and pieces of what tasted like lychee and mochi, along with a creamy syrup drizzle were sooo delicious! It's a bit pricey for shaved ice, I think I paid $19 for this, but so yummy. read more

Ye Stage & Tea - Yuzu shaved ice amazing! - Tea Rooms Near Me - Los Angeles, California