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20 Top Coffee Shops in LA
Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

1. Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee

8.9
631 Wilshire Blvd (at 7th St), Santa Monica, CA
Donut Shop · 98 tips and reviews

Thirsty J.Thirsty James: OMG, why didn't anyone tell me about this?! Fresh made crazy donuts and they roast their own coffee? Heaven

Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

2. Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea

9.1
1331 Abbot Kinney Blvd (at Andalusia Ave), Venice, CA
Coffee Shop · 414 tips and reviews

Kyle Y.Kyle Young: Quite busy on a weekday but it's a nice atmosphere and great coffee! The baristas are quick and great at handling the pace.

Verve Coffee Roasters is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

3. Verve Coffee Roasters

9.3
8925 Melrose Ave (at N Altmont Dr), West Hollywood, CA
Coffee Shop · 85 tips and reviews

AMWAMW: Beautiful indoor/outdoor spaces with ample seating to see and be seen. Sip nitro cold brew on tap or pressed juice by the flight.

Urth Caffé is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

4. Urth Caffé

9.0
451 S Hewitt St (at E 5th St), Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop · Arts District · 290 tips and reviews

Arash N.Arash Narchi: This place is amazing. The pizza Catano is beyond delicious not to mention the beautiful Spanish latte-one of the best I've had. overall vibe is great for conversations with friends. wifi: urthlatte

Alfred Coffee & Kitchen is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

5. Alfred Coffee & Kitchen

9.1
8428 Melrose Pl Ste A (at Croft Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop · Mid-City West · 152 tips and reviews

Off The MenuOff The Menu: Coffee in a Cone: God bless you Alfred for creating such a wonderful coffee! Your choice of macchiato or espresso in a waffle cone that is rimmed with chocolate! Read more.

Stumptown Coffee Roasters is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

6. Stumptown Coffee Roasters

806 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop · Downtown Los Angeles · 89 tips and reviews

Cheap Best HiddenCheap Best Hidden: The pastries are incredible here. They come out of Sugar Bloom Bakery, which is special because they don’t have a standalone shop. These are hands-down some of my favorite pastries. Read more.

Blue Bottle Coffee is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

7. Blue Bottle Coffee

9.0
1103 Abbot Kinney Blvd (at Westminster Ave), Venice, CA
Coffee Shop · 76 tips and reviews

C R.C Rey: On the west coast, Blue Bottle is where it's at. The Hayes Valley espresso is fantastic. Look for a reserve bag if buying beans, otherwise try a doppio or soy cortado. Not much standing room.

8. Groundwork Coffee

9.0
671 Rose Ave (at 7th Ave), Venice, CA
Coffee Shop · 72 tips and reviews

Dylan B.Dylan Boyd: Not only great coffee but delicious food. Don't miss the hidden outdoor patio

Cafecito Organico is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

9. Cafecito Organico

9.0
534 N Hoover St (at Bellevue Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop · Silver Lake · 60 tips and reviews

Marisa F.Marisa Franco: Grab an almond milk latte and get in line for some fresh baked breads with homemade jams and butter. PS. There are some sidewalk tables for you and your furry friend.

Document Coffee Bar is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

10. Document Coffee Bar

9.2
3850 Wilshire Blvd #107, Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop · Wilshire Center - Koreatown · 28 tips and reviews

Josiah F.Josiah Forgath: One of the best coffee spots in Koreatown, Document features a calm, minimalist environment with signature maple syrup sweetening many of their drinks.

Flake is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

11. Flake

8.9
513 Rose Ave, Venice, CA
Coffee Shop · 83 tips and reviews

JP S.JP Seral: You are missing out on life if you don't get the bacon, egg & cheese + iced coffee combo.

Philz Coffee is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

12. Philz Coffee

8.7
6430 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop · Central Hollywood · 22 tips and reviews

Sonia S.Sonia S: MINT MOJITO!!!!! Sweet, creamy heaven.

Cafe Demitasse is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

13. Cafe Demitasse

135 S San Pedro St (at 2nd St), Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop · Little Tokyo · 90 tips and reviews

Melon L.Melon L: They do something called barista's choice which is the equivalent of bartender's choice. Super cool. Try it, live on the edge a little.

Blacktop Coffee is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

14. Blacktop Coffee

826 E 3rd St (S Garry St), Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop · Arts District · 39 tips and reviews

Caitlin T.Caitlin Taylor: Love their avocado toast, smoked salmon toast, and poached egg toast. Their coffee is strong and does the trick every time. Solid spot.

G&B Coffee is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

15. G&B Coffee

8.4
324 S Hill St #C19 (btwn 3rd & 4th St), Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop · 112 tips and reviews

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: Always order the Business and Pleasure, a magical three-drink trifecta of the fizzy hoppy tea, followed by an espresso, then a silky macadamia-almond milk latte to finish it off. Read more.

Bricks & Scones is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

16. Bricks & Scones

8.2
403 N Larchmont Blvd (btwn Rosewood Ave & Beverly Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop · Larchmont · 101 tips and reviews

Vee S.Vee Sethu: Had a chai tea latte with the salmon bowl, which was bigger than anticipated and absolutely delicious! Great place to treat yourself to breakfast, good atmosphere to sit and do work as well :)

Balconi Coffee Company is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

17. Balconi Coffee Company

11301 W Olympic Blvd #124 (at Sawtelle Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop · West Los Angeles · 91 tips and reviews

Naz F. G.Naz F. Gérdabi: I prefer cute little coffee shops over a starbucks run..so I was really excited to discover this hidden gem in my neighborhood. Love their tea bags..so unique & delicious! they are open so late

Primo Passo Coffee Co. is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

18. Primo Passo Coffee Co.

8.7
702 Montana Ave (at 7th St), Santa Monica, CA
Coffee Shop · Wilshire-Montana · 49 tips and reviews

Alexander G.Alexander Golberg: One of the best coffee shops in town. Get cold brew on nitro.

Bar Nine is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

19. Bar Nine

8.7
3515 Helms Ave (at National Blvd), Culver City, CA
Coffee Shop · Hayden Tract · 64 tips and reviews

Kat .Kat 🐱: Great pour-over coffee. And you get a mason jar for free!

Espresso Cielo is one of 20 Top Coffee Shops in LA.

20. Espresso Cielo

8.3
3101 Main St (at Marine St), Santa Monica, CA
Coffee Shop · Ocean Park · 51 tips and reviews

Alvaro P.Alvaro Paiva Bimbo: Great iced coffee & service! Drink half of it, then ask for more ice & add almond milk: it's like a free one. Free wifi also. Bathroom needs key. Parking around is not that hard at noon.