The best cafes in Los Angeles

Hip, minimalist coffee shop in a large, industrial space with plenty of room for lingering.

1019 S Santa Fe Ave

Casual tea shop serving specialty bubble teas, including drinks made with natural ingredients.

709 W Las Tunas Dr (San Gabriel)

Casual shop sourcing organic coffee, also serving teas, lattes and espresso drinks.

3225 Market St Ste 101 (Riverside)

Coffee, tea & light fare served in an exposed-brick spot with bookshelves & plush mismatched chairs.

3418 E Broadway (Long Beach)

Coffee shop with a selection of breakfast burritos, beer, and wine, plus an in-house plant shop.

1322 Coronado Ave (Long Beach)

Bakery and cafe shop selling breads (and even croissants and donuts) along with coffees, cakes and desserts.

708 W Las Tunas Dr (San Gabriel)

Coffeehouse in the Sierra Vista Business Park offering breakfast and treats, plus a selection of teas.

8163 E Kaiser Blvd C (Anaheim)

Casual spot serving freshly roasted coffee beans, pastries and breakfast sandwiches.

511 E Santa Ana Blvd (Santa Ana)

Stylish, health-focused hangout preparing açai bowls, smoothies & sandwiches in bright surrounds.

326 N Victory Blvd (Burbank)

Low-key neighborhood gathering place with pastries, sandwiches, coffee, board games & local art.

2955 Van Buren Boulevard (Riverside)

Coffeehouse chain serving a variety of beverages including its signature ice-blended options.

900 University Dr (Riverside)

Cute, friendly donut shop serving filled and glazed rings with flavors like cream and pistachio.

704 W Las Tunas Dr Ste E4 (San Gabriel)

Casual café featuring breakfast dishes, coffee, beer and wine.

1929 Huntington Dr (South Pasadena)

Cozy destination for craft coffees cold brews, lattes and espressos in a welcoming interior.

137 W 6th St (Long Beach)

Casual, cozy, popular, friendly coffee joint with a focus on matcha lattes and other tea drinks.

740 Centinela Ave #103 (Inglewood)

Casual, community-oriented coffee shop serving organic varieties alongside pastries, sandwiches and teas.

6312 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd (Anaheim)

Relaxed coffee shop chain known for its Yemeni brews, teas and pastries.

1201 University Ave #109A (Riverside)

Small coffee bar where specialty drinks are served by friendly staff.

400 W 4th St Ste B (Santa Ana)

Coffeehouse chain serving a variety of beverages including its signature ice-blended options.

340 N San Fernando Blvd (Burbank)

Warm, laid-back, family-run coffee shop offering a menu of sandwiches, lattes and teas in bright environs.

1831 W Glenoaks Blvd (Glendale)

Convenience-store chain serving coffee drinks, donuts, hot dogs, burgers & other basic eats.

4895 N Bellflower Blvd (Long Beach)

Tapioca tea & Chinese-American mashups star at this cool boba shop & counter serve.

841 W Las Tunas Dr (San Gabriel)

Screenwriters type away at this casual indoor-outdoor spot, boasting free WiFi, crêpes & cafe fare.

1847 N Cahuenga Blvd

Coffeehouse serving gourmet java, tea, pastries & sandwiches in stylish art-filled quarters.

6725 Sunset Blvd (Hollywood)

Pistachio latte and honeycomb bread highlight a menu of coffee and cakes, often with Middle Eastern flavors.

6290 Hollywood Blvd

Flower-filled coffee shop inside a strip mall, offering specialty drinks and avocado toast.

5870 Melrose Ave #6

Chill, cozy coffee shop and bakery serving lattes and other drinks, plus pastries.

5373 Long Beach Blvd (Long Beach)

Cute coffeehouse featuring java from El Salvador and Nicaragua, along with bagels, muffins and cakes.

3310 S Central Ave

Charming coffee shop dishing out cappuccinos and matcha drinks, plus sandwiches and desserts, along with breakfast and lunch fare.

231 S La Brea Ave (Inglewood)

Coffeehouse chain serving a variety of beverages including its signature ice-blended options.

2264 17th St (Santa Ana)

Comfy, family-owned coffeehouse with lattes and pastries on the menu.

670 Roosevelt (Irvine)

Breakfast and brunch go-to roasting beans in-house, plus serving coffee drinks and baked goods, at an unpretentious cafe.

3672 Chicago Ave A (Riverside)

Specialty coffee & tea drinks served with a curated selection of baked goods in a stylish setting.

1355 Colorado Blvd

Coffee shop offering specialty drinks, pastries, and breakfast dishes, plus vegan and gluten-free options.

356 E 4th St (Long Beach)

Popular coffee shop for creative lattes, waffles, and gelato, with outdoor seating.

1127 W Huntington Dr (Arcadia)

Grab-&-go joint for orange & vanilla cappuccino, fizzy strawberry coffee, lavender espresso & more.

6515 Sunset Blvd

Charming coffee shop turning out classic specialty drinks plus avocado toast and Mexican mochas.

219 E 4th St (Santa Ana)

Casual cafe serving drip and specialty coffee drinks (including a Spanish latte) and pastries, plus gifts.

555 Mateo St

Casual, counter-serve cafe chain offering a standard menu of sandwiches, pasta & pastries.

800 N San Fernando Blvd (Burbank)

Hip hangout for craft coffee drinks using house-roasted beans, plus brewing gear & retail beans.

249 N Brand Blvd (Glendale)

Classic coffee shop beverages in a contemporary setting with minimalist decor & outdoor seating.

2952 E 14th St (Long Beach)

High-end coffee bar chain serving daily roasted brews in a contemporary setting.

6401 Hollywood Blvd

Laid-back cafe featuring baked goods, pancakes and organic coffees, plus beans.

108 N Alameda St (Compton)

Indie outfit serving worldly coffees in a modern setting with an espresso bar & an on-site roaster.

7051 Willoughby Ave

Casual cafe and coffee roastery serving speciality espresso drinks, single-origin beans plus pastries and other delights.

13844 Alton Pkwy #135 (Irvine)

High-end coffee bar chain serving daily roasted brews in a contemporary setting.

55 E Colorado Blvd (Pasadena)

Tiny espresso bar from famed barista-entrepreneur Tyler Wells, in the City National Plaza.

515 Flower St #100

Coffee shop offering espresso drinks, nitro cold brew, and tea, plus pastries.

735 S Figueroa St Unit 113

Family-run destination for classic coffee drinks and pastries in warm, friendly digs.

1706 W Magnolia Blvd (Burbank)

Casual, chic, cozy coffee shop serving Turkish coffee, plus baked goods, pastries and smoothies.

440 Pine Ave (Long Beach)

Welcoming coffeehouse with global roasts owned by a family that has its own plantation in Guatemala.

693 S Raymond Ave (Pasadena)

Casual coffee shop brewing espresso, lattes, and matcha, plus light bites and pastries.

6677 Santa Monica Blvd #104

Cozy restaurant serving popcorn chicken and other snack foods, plus bubble tea, milk tea and fruit teas, matcha.

1722 W 1st St g (Santa Ana)

Lively and clean coffeehouse with local origins serving traditional beverages and pastries.

201 N State College Blvd (Anaheim)

Whether you need a midweek bailout or a pastry-fueled catch-up, Dots Cafe is your neighborhood go-to for cupcakes, cozy coffees and teas,…

3819 E Colorado Blvd (Pasadena)

The Cafe Krave keeps it simple and delicious with made-to-order breakfast sandwiches, specialty coffee that actually wakes you up, and…

2400 E Katella Ave #175 (Anaheim)

Cool Cat Collective is the spot to browse quirky art, crafts, and cat gear while hanging out with adorable foster kitties you can actually…

2741 E 4th St C (Long Beach)

Bustling cafe known for organic coffee, American eats, and people-watching from its lively patio.

267 S Beverly Dr (Beverly Hills)

Quaint cafe preparing eclectic fare, baked goods & confections in a cozy space with sidewalk seats.

1424 W Colorado Blvd (Pasadena)

Outpost of a bustling cafe chain serving farm-to-table American bites, organic coffee, and desserts.

594 E Colorado Blvd (Pasadena) · ✓ checked Aug 4

Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

728 Spectrum Center Dr (Irvine)

Cafe serving pastries featuring Hello Kitty cakes, as well as high tea and cocktails.

860 Spectrum Center Dr (Irvine)

Coffee shop where you can hang out, play with or even adopt rescued cats and kittens.

7924 Melrose Ave