Groundwork Coffee Co.

Best beans in town

2 African American guys took my order yesterday. They pulled disgusting shots, my coffee was gross and burnt I didn’t even finish it. I’ll never get my $20 back and I’ll also never come back to this location.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

We make a point to visit Groundwork Coffee Co. every month or so because the food is consistently good, the coffee is fantastic, and the servers are very friendly and helpful. It operates out of a historical building that originally served as a trolly station. There is plenty of room inside and a large outside veranda.

They have a restroom, free wifi, and tons of plug outlets within the rustic building, making it an ideal spot for remote work, creative writing, etc. They do play generic top 40s type music, so bring your headphones if that's distracting.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Terrible espresso. Two African American dudes in afternoon having a full conversation with each other while I'm waiting to order. Get the worst iced mocha this year so far. Every cafe that uses groundwork coffee somehow makes a better brew. Groundwork barista themselves sell dirt water. Terrible..

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Overpriced. Staff is funny for giving the classic snob stare when you ask a question. I’ve had better Vietnamese coffee.

Food/drinks were overpriced, I dropped $50 for two drinks and a breakfast burrito. I’ve never heard of a breakfast burrito ever being vegan either before and was charged extra just to have protein in the breakfast burrito…
Service wise, the short guy with the big beard and glasses was very rude both me to and this other lady behind us in line.
The taste of the food and drinks were good, I’d say I likes the food over the drinks we got and they had a spicy sauce to go with the burrito and I’d say that made me enjoy the burrito a more.
Experience at this was okay alright, would I come back NO, but that’s why you try new things out and see how they go!

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 1

I love the aesthetic of the coffeeshop but unfortunately they didn't make my drink right. I asked for a caramel americano & they didn't add caramel to it. My partner ordered an iced chai latte & her drink was watered down. Idk if the guys were tired but when we arrived in the afternoon it was slow. Maybe the morning crew makes better coffee?

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 2

Service could br be better and the coffee isn't very good

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 2

Joe and Kimberly at the roasters are amazing people!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Little hard to find the front door, but delicious drinks. And they are open earlier than others!

The worker started taking my phone , asking stupid questions, when I said that I don’t wanna answer that questions , she just didn’t want to give me my order that I have paid for it already !!!
I didn’t see customer service like that before, that’s unbelievable, they will talk about you with other people, she will talk to you so rude !!!
That’s the worst experience that I’ve ever got !!!! NEVER NEVER ANYMORE !!!!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Kitchen closes 2ISH sometimes as early as 130

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

great coffee shop near the metro station, that you for letting us take few model photos :~)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

“I absolutely love the ambience here—it’s cozy and inviting, perfect for spending some time. The coffee is good, and I used to use it when I had my own coffee hop, so I know it can create some great drinks. The menu I created back then was always a hit! Recently, I decided to try their coffee from the shop, and while I appreciate the quality, I found it a bit too bitter and plain for my taste. It’s just not quite my style, but I can see why others might enjoy it. Despite that, I’d still give the ambience a solid 10/10. Definitely a great place to relax!”

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

While out exploring yet another cool neighborhood in LA, I was on the hunt for a coffee fix. I didn’t know much about the history of the train depot, but i was drawn in by the outdoor seating.

Groundwork coffee has continued to be a favorite of mine- and this location is utterly charming with outdoor picnic tables and super chill vibes- you can be old school with a book & a coffee at a cafe like it’s 2012!

The coffee was delicious, and the menu is great- tasty, and plenty of options beyond basic coffeehouse pastries.

Plenty of room to hang out, or grab a coffee & a bite to go…And buy some freshly roasted whole beans to take with you, too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bagel, Avocado Breakfast Toast, Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread