50 Best Coffee Shops near Playa Del Rey

“Best coffee and super nice people!“

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

“Amazing food not too far from the beach with absolutely awesome customer service! The #Vegan plates and chips and salsa cannot be beat anywhere close. The ambiance is casual and cool! LOVE this place!❤“

“Griselda and the people working here made my mom feel special every day when she came in for her coffee for many years until she passed away.

Someone even came to the funeral and brought donuts for everyone! Truly wonderful people.“

“Fabulous. Love the French Onion souop“

“If you’re reading this, here’s the short version: this is easily one of the best restaurants in Culver City, and you need to try it now!

It’s a small spot in downtown Culver City that you could walk past without noticing. I’m glad I didn’t. There are a couple of tables outside, but most of the seating is indoors. The space is modern, clean, and relaxing.

We ordered three dishes, all recommended by our waiter. The mussel toast is a must. Every bite is savory and packed with seafood flavor. For mains, we had the short rib and rainbow trout. The short rib was perfection. Cooked over fire and served with crispy potato strings. It’s something you get at high-end steakhouse but at half the price. The rainbow trout looked beautiful and tasted fresh, though the citrus was a bit stronger than I prefer.

For dessert, we couldn’t resist the churro and ice cream sandwich. The ice cream (another must try), sourced from a Persian maker, was rich with rose, honey, and pistachio. The presentation was just as impressive. The churros were decent, though I wished they were crispier and the dipping sauce was thicker.

Overall, I’d give this place a solid five stars. The food is close to Michelin quality without the Michelin prices. Go and you won’t be disappointed.“

“I wouldn’t say this is a disappointment like others. I also went when the line wasn’t long and we got one strawberry matcha and one einspanner and the einspanner was better in my opinion. If you’ve had about time it was similar, but smaller as well. I approve and it’s not bad. Nothing to gag about but it’s pretty good and it’s a lighter einspanner compared to other ppl“

“Awakening is an unexpectedly delightful coffee shop. Terrific coffee drinks ordered from a deceptively sparse lobby, but beyond the barista’s area is a lush, chill sitting area, filled with sofas and soft chairs, and lots of tables to work at. Rentable work room also available. Dog water and snack station. You could chill here for hours.“

“Sleepy Seal is such a gem of a coffee shop – cozy, warm, and full of character. The space has an artistic touch that makes it feel unique and inviting, and the staff are genuinely friendly and welcoming. I tried the oat milk latte, and it was absolutely amazing – smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced. A great spot to relax with good coffee and good vibes.“

“chill spot for friendly conversation.“

“Finally I got to try this place and yes it’s EVERYTHING I expected and more . We loved it all and will be coming back real soon……… parking is an act of God but the Gods must have been looking out for us and we got parking right in front ♥️“

“They have a nice study space and some tables and Chairs outside as well.... Its very mellow there.“

“Great cafe. I came here again recently and ordered a macchiato (traditional) and it was excellent. Was very pleased, because these can be hard to find in LA done correctly. You can tell they care about coffee here and the service and atmosphere was very nice. I haven’t tried the food yet, but overall great addition to the neighborhood!“

“The Amsterdam Cucumber Mint Lemonade“

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

“cute local coffee shop, friendly & great recommendations“

“The owners here are really nice, and the coffee is top notch. Do not sleep on the Vanilla Bean latte and the egg salad toast.

Also, I appreciate that they don't charge much extra for non-dairy milk- only $0.25 (a lot of places around here charge an extra dollar). Well worth the visit!“

“This is the best matcha in LA. I get a dirty matcha with oat milk and their homemade lavender syrup and it’s insane. They use ceremonial matcha too! The texture of the drink so so silky and amazing. A must try. Not expensive at all and you can get stamps to work towards a free drink! ?

It’s also a dream if a vibe in there.“

“Safe and friendly amazing coffee. Give yourself a time out and go get an amazing coffee.“

“Love this place! ❤️ Great tea and delicious pastries! The scones are my favorite! Great atmosphere and definitely one of my to-go-to fave places!“

“This is the best coffee in LA, the shop is small and most of the time busy in the morning time
The coffee is amazing (specialty coffee)
I tried a lot in Los Angeles and this is the best
The shop is small and it is crowded in the morning.“

“Everything I’ve tried thus far is a 12/10. The iced gentle giant is sooo good if you like a cardamom spiced note. I just branched out, and tried the iced magic latte I believe with oat milk. This oat milk is top tier, no separation, it’s so smooth. The Cinnamon Roll is the best I’ve had from the tangy cream cheese frosting to the pillowy soft roll itself. Everyone there is so nice & treat you with such genuine kindness. Being new to this area, and finding a gem like this place is so comforting in this big city. They really put the ✨craft✨ in craft coffee. Definitely try Jurassic Magic, you won’t regret it.“

“Two of the best cups of coffee I’ve ever had in my life! The Cafe Rico was out of this world and the drip coffee was unreal. Special shoutout to Nicely for his hospitality, passion, and expertise. Cannot recommend enough, I will be back☕️“

“Congratulations on 10 years!“

“Lovely family business. Great food & drinks, easy parking, inside & outside seating, affordable prices & totally relaxed & comfy athmosfere!“

“I feel so lucky to have this coffee shop within walking distance. The baristas are always kind and welcoming, and the atmosphere is calm and inviting. It’s the kind of place that creates a real sense of community. You can come here to relax, get some work done, or just enjoy a great cup of coffee on the patio.“

“HOLEY CRAP these are incredible donuts. Who knew the Hawaiian superfood taro could be so delicious? I will most definitely be coming back here for more, even their basic donut offering, the “hot single” is to die for. All donuts are fresh made to order, highly recommend eating them hot. The flavors are orgasmic.“

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

“Best food spot I’ve ever been too. I have traveled internationally and nationally NOTHING beats Kafe K, best quality cappuccino perfect consistentsy for only $5?! I wish I had a lifetime supply! Don’t get me started on the açaí bowls, my jaw hit the floor? Even my child asked if we can make them at home, most definitely would come and support!“

“Everything about this place. The owner is THE SWEETEST and was dancing when we walked in and offered us some lolipops. The interior is so fun and vibrant and inviting and the boba was out of this world we actually ended up ordering more on Uber eats later. 10000/10 recommend and their signature boba.“

“My new favorite breakfast/brunch spot in MB!!! Cozy vibes with great coffee and food. The best part is the service - our server Ruben is awesome. He’s been our server the last couple of times I’ve been here and he’s the best. 10/10!!!!“

“I stopped by this spot on the way to dinner over the weekend. Parking was a little limited, but there were plenty of public lots and street parking nearby. The shop is super cute, and I picked up a few cookies: Guava Cheese, KitKat Tiramisu, Ube Coconut Éclair, and Peanut Butter Banana Brûlée.

What I loved most is that they add the toppings fresh after you order! The cookies were soft, flavorful, and had a nice hint of cinnamon. My favorite was the Guava Cheese🤍

The staff were really friendly and explained each flavor. Next time, I want to try their ice cream since I saw a lot of people ordering it!!!“

“Can’t wait to come back for a positive review after my first be bright pour-over as I think I had the best bean in North America and haven’t had a good quality of Geisha for long time.
I dropped by for a cold brew and grabbed a bag of “unique & surprising” to go and the barista shared a small cup of its cold brew for me to taste. I am glad i have tried because it was really surprised by its freshness and flavor and almost wanted to have another large cup of coffee if it’s not my first drink at that day of arrival after a 5 hr flight without a full meal😿
I followed the brew guide on the website but have cut half of the size and still get the same profile as I have had for cold brew.
I will definitely come back for other coffee drinks next time🙌
Nice staff with the chill atmosphere and a kids area provided which is rarely seen“

“lovely place“

“Had lunch here while visiting from San Diego for the day. Had the chicken pesto panini, butternut squash soup, along with a latte and americano. Everything was so good. Perfect amount of pesto on the sandwich (most restaurants skimp on the pesto) and soup was seasoned so well. Got a chocolate chip cookie and snickerdoodle cookie to-go and they tasted delicious. Service was great and I appreciated that the staff making sure we had the plates and utensils we needed when they brought our food and drinks to the table. Highly recommend getting a bite to eat here. Will be going back when I’m in town.“

“Amazing assortment of breads! So many great pastries! A nice and relaxing atmosphere with friendly service!“

“What is there not to love about Alfred Coffee of WeHo! 😊“

“From the moment I walked in, I knew I was in for something special. The ambiance was warm and elegant, with just the right mix of sophistication and comfort. Every detail was thoughtfully executed — from the lighting to the music to the attentive, professional staff.

The food? Unforgettable. Every dish was a masterpiece, both in flavor and presentation. The ingredients were clearly top-quality and prepared with incredible skill. My [insert favorite dish] was perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor, and the dessert — wow. Easily one of the best meals I’ve ever had.“

“Persons with disabilities, including those with mental disabilities, are protected by the Unruh Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Such individuals have the right to full access to public accommodations. My disabled friend and I will be taking our business elsewhere.“

“Beautiful space, friendly service, and the best cold brew in the city. I took my camera here yesterday. The light is so nice, there’s usually always a table. The baristas remembered my order! Parking can be hard but it’s worth it. My new spot!“

“Beautiful cafe. Loved it here.“

“I came in a bit confused as it was my first time ordering for Alfred’s, Felipe just so happened to be at the front when he greeted me and knew I was very confused. I asked him if he had any recommendations and he recommended me the Lavender Matcha which did not disappoint at all, I also got the bagel he recommended me which I forgot what it had but bacon and avocado is a good mix that I doubted for a little bit. Shoutout to Felipe and his hospitality!“

“excellent salad. thank you ben“

“It’s been years since I visited, and yet my experience yesterday was just as wonderful.
First coffee shop in a while where I palpably noticed how appropriate the music was. Most of the time I didn’t have to wear headphones. The server was super kind too. Loved that they had outlets in multiple spots, very helpful and accommodating.“

“Great coffee. Great pastries.“

“Excellent High Tea on Montana Avenue. Great owner and staff. Relaxing atmosphere. Delicious teas and food. A jewel on our neighborhood! Highly recommended.“

“We visit LA probably several times a year and this is one place that we’ll always get coffee from when we do. Injeolmi latte is just the best there ever is, and you can’t get anything comparable elsewhere. With all these other newer TikTok-viral places popping up I really really hope Cafe De Mama will continue to do well for years to come.“

“Love ❤️ the seating choice - bright 🌞 patio street side or cool, dark interior - very cool 😎 place. We drove 4 hours to get there (in search of Ireland/UK quality scones) - which were, in my opinion, just OK 👍 with a vast variety of choices. Overall, a delightful experience 😊“

“Koreatown’s been buzzing lately, with trendy restaurants and coffee shops popping up all over the place. We’ve hit up a bunch of the popular spots around here, but on a recent visit through the neighborhood, we stumbled across The Alchemist, a super chic coffee shop. I grabbed a matcha latte, and it was solid—smooth, not overly sweet, just how I like it. They’ve got a tempting lineup of pastries too, though I didn’t try them this time. The vibe? Awesome. The place was packed with people chatting and soaking in the lively atmosphere. Service was friendly and quick, which sealed the deal. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you’re in K-town!“

“Stopped in on a Saturday morning. Not too busy, we were able to walk in and order. I got an iced matcha with no sweetener. The flavor was delicious! The matcha tasted authentic and fresh. It had such great flavor, I really enjoyed it! My significant other ordered an iced coffee drink and he really liked it! We will definitely be back. The seating there seems more like a quick sit down and go. Although, I did see some people with computers. There were also some outdoor seating, but those were all full upon my stay there. I can definitely see this as a quick drink to-go place for me. The staff was kind & most especially the cashier.“