50 Best Cafes near Playa Del Rey

“good food good coffee good service and very close to home“

“Great white is an amazing place. I’ve been there for dinner and lunch. The breakfast burrito is my favorite in all of LA but the dinner experience, the atmosphere is very fun it’s the perfect spot for casual family friendly dinner where the food is amazing The burger was delicious and so are the fish tacos. finally, the banana bread for dessert was so tasty.“

“The place is very trendy and the food is vey delicious. There were 9 of us and we were able to taste many of the menu items. The food was consistently tasty and good. The lavashak and lavashak smoothie were 10 out of 10. Also the server was very friendly. We will definitely come back.“

“This place just feels like a warm hug. The interior is filled with lush plants, mismatched vintage furniture, and a very welcoming atmosphere. I tried their signature lavender honey latte and it wasn't overly sweet, just right. The baristas are super friendly and remember the regulars. It's the perfect spot to curl up with a good book on a rainy afternoon“

“Nice vibes, convenient location with easy parking, beautiful decor. Service was lacking, but understand there is a labor shortage right now, perhaps that's to blame here. Bodega sando was perfection! Pastries were alright...most looked better than they tasted. I'd say they were good but not great.“

“Busy on the weekends and mornings so recommend coming here on a weekday. We came here during Wednesday for dinner and did not have to wait. They were out of the chicken rice but had everything else. You order at the front and then get a seat. They don’t do reservations so best to come with a small group of 2-3. Highlights on the menu for us we’re the French Toast and Pork Belly Rice. The French Toast was sweet with a crispy outside and fluffy inside. Overall, great place with good prices and would come back!“

“My wife and I went to the Grove in Los Angeles last night and we had dinner at "Sogno Toscana," an it was outstanding. It was perfect in every way; great food, great drinks, outstanding and friendly staff, beautiful location, etc. I love Italian food but I can't think of one Italian restaurant that I like, until "Sogno Toscano." The food was outstanding, and there was so much more we saw go by that we can't wait to go back and try. And the drinks were outstanding. I love martini's and they served the best martini I've ever had. Giacomo was our server and took great care of us. He's from Italy and "Sogno Toscana" brought him to America when they opened their New York restaurant, and now he's in LA for this new restaurant. Although very busy, the entire staff were very fun to be around, and most of them are Italian which is also great.“

“The Menemen was absolutely delicious - fresh, flavorful, and almost as good as the one I had in Istanbul! 😊 It reminded me so much of the Bulgarian mish-mash. The oat milk latte was perfectly smooth, too. I’ll definitely be back! ☕❤“

“Love the atmosphere, great place to try authentic Turkish dishes ( İskender , dolma , mercimek çorba, Lahmacun) 😋😋😋🇹🇷🧿“

“My fiancée and I are fortunate enough to live a short walk away from Yagul and can’t get enough of it! Authentic and delicious Oaxacan food/drink (you literally cannot go wrong with anything on the menu) and the most wonderful and warm staff you’ll find in all of West LA. One of the true gems in our community.“

“Hidden gem! Tried out the peanut butter and banana shake, which was pretty descent. The chicken pesto sandwich was DELICIOUSNESS. It hit the spot.
Tried the fruit mousse dessert, raspberry and strawberry and they were gooood. But the real star of the show was Bella, the owners dog! She sat next us while we enjoyed our lunch :) the staff was super friendly and welcoming!“

“Wow. The burritos here are incredible. The size??????? Big! You probably can’t finish the entire thing. If you do, you have a big big appetite lol and if you’re gluten free, the have gluten free tortillas for the burritos. The steak? I mean I could go on. I hate that they upcharge for tater tots but what can I do about that? The chilaquiles burrito was surprisingly good too. And the burritos comes with a side of corn tortilla chips. Now the wait??? Let me just tell you to order ahead. But I’ll be back over and over“

“I've been to Toastique multiple times at this point, and I will definitely be returning! Everyone there is so welcoming and kind! Even the look and feel of the restaurant are so inviting that I want to keep going back. I've gotten a smoothie (that I've forgotten the name of, but it was good!) and the Cure Juice which were both very tasty and I'd highly recommend checking it out!“

“Such a sweet and kind establishment“

“High quality food, tastes like the homemade wholesome Ukrainian food back in Ukraine. YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED. 😀“

“The food is amazing. But what I like the most is the atmosphere. We decided to seat outside. Lovely cute chairs, quiet and breathy. Same deal for the inside. Food was tasty and portions very good in size. We got savory crepe - Crepe heaven special with egg, turkey and cheese. Very good balance of stuffing and crepe. The crepe itself is delicious. Not too dry or chewy. Sweet crepe was loaded with fruits, we’ve opted for condensed milk instead of Nutella. Two crepes to split between two people. We also got coffee and coffee was not bad. I am very picky with coffee but their coffee was surprisingly good! Highly recommend! Pictured strawberry banana crepe with condensed milk.“

“Hot day. We had a relax time with amazing tea!!!“

“Went with some friends who were vegetarian and we opted for the hummus wrap with tofu and it was SO good. I’ll always go for local food versus chains and this hit the spot. The owner was also really cool and chill (loved the condiment sides he suggested). Highly recommend this place! The next time I’m in LA I’m definitely gonna come back here.“

“The food was excellent! The service was excellent also ! Nice place“

“The breakfast / brunch menu has a good concept and good options. The merguez sandwich was good, but too oily. The fries were done well but too salty.

I wish they cooked the food with less oil and salt. Maybe I'll request that if I stop by to eat there again.“

“This isn't a coffee shop. It's a communal space. The coffee is basically free if you think of your donation as more of a rental fee to be in this lovely communal space and have access to all that it offers. This place is ideal for making plans with business partners, writing scripts with friends, or just getting together for some time away from screens and computers. This place is tailored toward bringing diverse people together into one place to sharing ideas and stories with each other. As for the coffee and baristas both are fantastic. Cappuccino rocked me off my behind all day cuz I'm used to watered down crappuccinos from Starbucks. I love this place. This is where I bring friends that love good coffee and a peaceful conversation.“

“The staff and owners are beyond amazing!! Their love for the community and passion to serve others makes me believe in goodness again in this world. I love you guys! Thank you so much for all you do!!“

“Love the coffee, the snacks, and an amazing staff. One of the baristas came after me and returned my debit card the other day after I absent mindedly walked off without it while I was there. Obviously right thing to do and all, but that and their friendliness and answering questions about menu items beforehand left a positive impression.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆
Cha Cha Matcha is such a fun spot — really bright, aesthetic, and just a whole vibe.

The matcha is the highlight, really good quality and super smooth. I tried one of their drinks and it was refreshing without being too sweet.

The WeHo location has such a nice sitting area, and the decor feels really elevated — lots of plants, beautiful old cane chairs, and just a really well-designed space.

Perfect for a casual catch-up or just sitting and enjoying the space.

Definitely a cute spot if you’re into matcha and want something light and easy“

“The best vegan baked goods around town! I had the cornbread, almond cookie (gluten free), chocolate chip (gluten free), and Armenian pizza with a mixed tea. So good!“

“My family and i stopped for lunch. The chorizo omlett is delish. Great service. My toddler loved the waffles.“

“Fantastic coffee. espresso or drip, they know exactly what they are doing“

“Wow, randomly popped in for a matcha, & it's spectacular 👏
I got the Magic Matcha with pistachio milk & added cardamom. Beautiful flavor, consistency, & texture.
The cafe vibes are also very cool 😎👌“

“Cute, fun, and immediately won me over because they use Dune Coffee beans, aka one of my favorite coffee spots from Santa Barbara!

The matcha was incredible and my friend LOVED her strawberry matcha because the milk tasted infused with freeze-dried strawberries which really leveled up the strawberry flavor! Super unique and really tasty. Will definitely be back!“

“Nice folk. Refills on coffee! What?!!“

“Stumbled on this place by myself! The owners were so sweet and attentive. Feels very cozy and clean. A great place to post up for work.
The coffee was delicious and the food was right up there with it. I got an off menu salmon tartine that she recommended and then treated myself to the pancakes. Delicious and will come back!!“

“We visited LA for 5 days, and mostly all the lattes were disappointing. On the last day we found Rabbit’s coffee and he crushed it. Great guy, genuinely happy that you are there to get coffee. And he sends you off with excellent coffee. I even learned a few things about how to make my lattes at home even better. Skip everything else, go to rabbits coffee!“

“Great place! Awesome service.“

“Great Vibes ~ cool 😎 peeps ~ delicious food“

“we went around 9 am today (saturday!), and there was plenty of space inside and in the parking lot in the back! me and bf got strawberry matchas, they were perfectly sweet and the strawberry matched great. service was quick and friendly, the seating areas were clean! there’s a really cute center piece on one of their tables that has felted animals in a little garden, adorable!“

“So much more than a bookstore with a coffee shop. It's a perfect cafe to meet up, get a unique book, do a work session, or catch one of the many events - it's a place with people that make you feel part of the community. It's a very unique spot where everyone feels invited and welcome.“

“I was looking for a bagel spot because my normal spot was closed. The shop is small but it was easy to order early morning (7am) on a weekday.

There are several pastry options - I got the Sourdough bagel with a yummy salmon cream cheese!

It was a good bagel! Not the best bagel but I'd go back to try another!“

“Great new neighborhood spot! The food is healthy and delicious. Lots of variety on the menu so everyone should have a few excellent choices!“

“Muy buena y personal muy amable“

“This place is pretty amazing !!! They know all there products very good willing to help you find just what you are looking for very good service“

“The food was great and the service was excellent! Will definitely be back.“

“We're visiting LA and staying in the neighborhood where this cafe is located. This Cafe is very convenient for us, with great coffee and the relaxing environment specifically the outdoor courtyard is awesome. The staff were welcoming and friendly 😘“

“Overall 5 stars, the coffees and breakfast sliders were wonderful. Absolutely worth the wait, but I do have to give 4/5 stars for service and atmosphere simply because I feel as though if they put slightly more effort into the customer experience side of things, this place could be a chain with a cult following. Everything else that they're doing is right, but the line to get it (although justified) could be made a more pleasant experience just by hiring a simple greeter to stand outside, talk to guests, and keep the line moving along steadily.“

“Ordered my wife the 36 piece box for the birth of our son. Truly, every piece she has said has just been incredible! AND to ship with such care from Beverly Hills to Columbus, Ohio in the MIDDLE of a July heatwave.... not a single crack in ANY piece. Just true care and quality. This will be a special occasion staple! Shot out to H3 for keeping &sons in our line of sight for so long!“

“Churro Calientes is fantastic! I’ve been here many times, and it never disappoints. The churros are always fresh, delicious, and perfectly made. The churros con chocolate are absolutely amazing and a must-try.
Sandro, the owner, is incredibly personable, friendly, and funny, which makes every visit even more enjoyable. The service is always excellent, and you can tell they genuinely care about their customers.

Great food, great atmosphere, and outstanding service. I would definitely recommend Churro Caliente to anyone looking for a delicious late-night treat!“

“Tastes great, not expensive, good service“

“I’ve been here a number of times because I love it! The service is excellent. The food is delicious. I often have the bagel and lox and cream cheese, or the miso salmon bowl if it’s more for lunch. Best quality lox I’ve ever had, and I’m from BC. Large bagels and tons of red onions, capers & tomatoes. Generous portions, the salmon also. My table has had salads and pancakes and tuna melts. Lama Lo gets it right. Great, hot foamy lattes. Also a great buzz to the place - lively and no one hurries you, you can stay for ages. I’m a huge fan.“

“My daughter and I had a great lunch here. Great staff, and the menu is extensive, with much variety. She eats vegetarian, and had good choices.“

“Everything about this place is PERFECTION. The owner, Plern, is an absolute genius! Plern has so much talent and puts all her heart into this place. You really feel like you’re being cared for here.“