50 Best Coffee Shops near Sierra Madre

“Hiatus= opportunity for another stop in the LAtte tour. Today’s pilgrimage finds me in Sierra Madre at Syndicate, a fantastic find nestled comfortably downtown on Sierra Madre Blvd. Plenty of street parking and a beautiful place to take a stroll if you don’t score a spot immediately out front. The vibe is instantly welcoming, decor is colorfully minimalist, that’s probably not a thing, but it’s the best descriptor I have. The baristas are friendly, skilled and true devotees to all things coffee, even willing to share some potential sites to visit on the next LAtte stop. The coffee itself is excellent, rich, flavorful and no hint of bitterness. I went with oat milk this time and it paired perfectly with the blend, rich creamy, delicious! I can wholeheartedly recommend a visit should you find yourself in the area, or even if your not- expand your horizons and make it a destination, it’s worth it.“

“I absolutely love ur restaurant!! And ur staff is super friendly, service is awesome!! I would also like to mention that Leighla is a terrific, fantastic employee, she went above and beyond to provide great service! Thank u for this lovely experience🙂
Sincerely, Rochelle Stroman“

“great location..fantastic polite knowledgeable stuff“

“This might have been the best coffee I've had in years and I like a good cup of coffee if you've read any of my other reviews i get very irritated at places that charge a lot of money for bad coffee and this place made the best half calf iced latte that I have ever had plus they bring in French pastry that is really excellent so I thought it was perfect and it's extraordinarily simple bear walls bear concrete floor chairs and tables I mean it is a perfect coffee shop nice music playing the vibe it was retro and I loved it“

“Great lattes, coffee and tea selection“

“We love Criterion Coffee! The coffee is arguably the best coffee we’ve had!

The coffee shop looks really nice inside and has been very well decorated aesthetically!

It looks like it’s got a nice place to stay and work on the second floor, too

Wish we had more time here, but it’s a coffee shop that we’ll be returning to!“

“Nice little cafe with a small menu and tasty“

“Came out because of an Eater article, stayed for the mochi pastries. Got an espresso cloud, a black sesame mochi cake bar, and a hojicha mochi muffin. Espresso cloud was tasty, black sesame cake had a great flavor, and the consistency of the hojicha muffin was spot on. Came on a Sunday morning so it was a bit packed and hard to hear orders get called out (hence the 4 star atmosphere), but would absolutely come back again.“

“I Love Amara!!! The best Avocado Toast in town!!! Nice atmosphere, friendly people and great service!“

“Great food and so friendly service.“

“One of the best coffee spots in Pasadena! Love coming here to get my caffeine fix in. I've tried most of the menu and you honestly can't go wrong picking any drink. They offer hot and iced coffee as well as matcha and a few pastries. The owners are extremely kind people who clearly love what they do and it shows. They also give back to the community which speaks volumes. I cannot recommend this cute little coffee truck enough.“

“First time trying and will say it was delicious. I got the Iced Spiced Mocha 🔥 .. doesn't come sweetened so just an FYI I know some people like sweet drinks I loved it😋. Actually got to speak with the owner for a bit. It's a Salvadorian family owned & operated business and they own their own coffee fields in El Salvador. Glad I got to try them out definitely going back“

“Mas Cafecito has delicious unique coffee flavored drinks. The only thing I was surprised about is that they don't sell regular unsweetened black coffee! How does a coffee place not sell regular black coffee?“

“Delicious restaurant and great atmosphere! 😋“

“Ginger's Corner Market is an absolute gem in Pasadena! Its incredible location, unique charm, stellar customer service and fire menu to match its definitely a must stop when in town!

It doesn't matter what you select you wont be disappointed! Trust me, I've almost had EVERYTHING ON THE MENU!! The wedge is a delight with caramelized bacon to drool for, or the classic Cobb you can never go wrong with. My personal favorite is the ham n brie sandwich which is an incredible palate pleaser with both sweet and savory in one!

Stop in! You won't be disappointed“

“Whenever I find myself in Pasadena, I make it a point to stop by. As I step through the front door, the aromas are welcoming, the setting comforting, and with it a slew of memories rushes back. I discovered Jones in the early 2000’s during business trips to Pasadena. Through the years it became a must have visit, even during family trips. Leading the way is Rafael. He’s calm and welcoming and his presence is felt every where. In fact, during a 2021 visit he spotted my family and me, came over to greet us, and fondly recalled my children who he hadn’t seen in close to 8 years. It’s that type of personal attention , and good product, that has kept me coming back. Enjoy!“

“This place is a total gem. It has that neighborhood coffee shop feel. The coffee is excellent, the service is friendly, and you can tell they really care about quality. Whether you’re grabbing a quick coffee, meeting a friend, or getting some work done, Found Coffee is the perfect spot. Highly recommend!“

“I decided to take a detour and stop by at around 9 am from the A line train since the shop is right next to the station. The service was a tad slow due to the amount of people in the cafe chatting and on their laptops but believe you me, what they serve is the real deal. I ordered a Reserve Matcha Latte with some maple flavoring. It was delicious. I also ordered a pastry that looked like a sweet roll from Skyrim, it was 7 bucks but tasted like it was hand-made and actually had flavor. It had a nutty sweet taste with cinnamon. All in all I paid around 20 bucks for a drink and a pastry ladies and gentlemen but the food really was good. Was it 20 dollars good? You'll have to be the judge of that if you decide to stop by. The interior design is very modern with an industrial feel with wood highlights.“

“Dulce Cielo in Monrovia is something special. This is my wife’s absolute favorite chai...and trust me, that means something. She drinks only chai and has sampled pretty much every chai in Monrovia and beyond. This is 'the one'

I walk a mile round trip every single day just to get it for her. That alone should tell you a lot.

So what makes Dulce Cielo different? Everything. Their chai isn’t some powdered mix scooped from a container and drowned in hot milk. It’s completely handmade by the owners themselves. This is a carefully tested work of art. The flavors are deliberate, balanced, and thoughtful. You can taste the care, time, and intention in every sip.

Beyond the chai, the creativity here is incredible. I’ve tried several of their other drinks and every one has been amazing...especially the horchata and coffee blend, which is next-level good. A friend of ours once mentioned a specific chocolate she loved, and the owners literally went out and sourced it just for her. That’s the kind of place this is.

And don’t even get me started on the cupcakes and pastries. Inventive, beautiful, and mind-blowingly creative. Nothing feels mass-produced. Everything feels loved.

Dulce Cielo isn’t just a coffee or tea spot...it’s a place where craft, creativity, and genuine care for customers come together. Once you go, you get it.“

“Republik Coffee is as solid as it gets. It has good food, good coffee, and a good ambiance, which makes it a great hang out spot.The breakfast burrito, an almond danish, and a hazelnut cappuccino. It's not a large breakfast burrito, but I felt like all off the ingredients were good quality. The danish was good,and the cappuccino was solid as well.“

“A great spot for a delicious latte!“

“Love Savvvys. Lattes are delicious, service is always great, and the atmosphere is top notch. Perfect place to hang out or work indoors and out. And where else can you find a $3 iced coffee in Old Town? Thanks for being a great value. I hope more people discover this gem. Worth the trip down the Alley!“

“Soooo good! This was my first time trying Blossom Market Hall, recommended by a friend, and i absolutely loved my experience here! My sister and I had Rolland sushi, it was the perfect meal! Delicious with the sweetest staff. We also had a great experience with the lovely woman at the bar, she made our night too! Bar prices are GREAT!

Can’t wait to come back and try more places.“

“The Avocado Toast is my favorite“

“I had the Spanish latte hot w whole milk. Really enjoyed it. Smooth and flavorful. Will ask for it extra hot next time. Son ordered an iced banana latte (sorry, can't remember the exact name of the drink), and he thought it was great, and he is incredibly picky when it comes to coffee. Also tried their ham and cheese croissant extra toasted. Flaky, fresh and yum. A big win for STCL!“

“Very nice ice cream. Rich flavors and smell so good. Also, one scoop is very big. :)“

“Such a good place to see an old high school classmate after 38 years. ❤️“

“Friendly staff and easy to order! Great selection and even seasonal drink options. Definitely a great place.“

“Excellent Americano and a very nice spacious place. Love the ambience of this coffee shop, and love that they have a Slayer espresso machine, too!

You can tell it's different Americano because of the more modern, foward-tasting notes that's more typical of Slayer. Slightly more woodsy, and layered than your heavier, rounded espresso drinks from a La Marzocco.

The ham and cheese croissant is light, crispy, and very delicious. It's a great case of less is more when you don't need a heavy sandwich but expect delicious clean flavor.

I ended up buying their Espresso Blend, and I can't wait to try it on my Profitec Go espresso machine at home.“

“Best coffee“

“I love this new Korean cafe in Pasadena. Their matcha is soo good and creamy! The pastries are delicious as well! They have a lot of options to choose from coffee,non caffeinated drinks , tea, pastries. And fruits desserts I’m definitely going to try their cute fruit desserts when I come back.

Service is amazing, my drinks and pastries came out really fast and everyone was friendly.

Ambiance is cute, and plenty of seating. They also sell some merch like shirts, coffee, tea and cups.

I got some of their coffee, cups and shirts.

I will definitely comeback.

What I got:
Matcha Rain
Pistachio Croissant
Orange Grapefruit Black Tea
Tomato Basil Pesto Danish“

“they don't do sweetness adjustment here but their drinks are low sweetness to begin with so it's perfect to me. i got the osmanthus jasmine latte; good latte base that is complemented but not overpowered by the floral osmanthus jasmine syrup“

“my favorite local coffee“

“Great place for a light breakfast and coffee. Service was outstanding and the atmosphere was amazing.“

“I first discovered Erva Yerba Mate at music festivals and food truck events around Los Angeles, and I was immediately hooked. Their yerba mate drinks are incredibly refreshing—fruity, ice-cold, and genuinely satisfying. What really stood out to me was how I felt afterward: a clean, feel-good energy from the caffeine with no jitters or crash. It’s honestly better tasting and more balanced than coffee - which I'm not a regular drinker of.

I was so impressed that I started going directly to the store to fill my growler and ended up buying bottled yerba mate for myself and friends. Every time I go in, the staff is warm, friendly, and happy to chat. I usually ask whoever’s working to make me their favorite blend, and it’s always fantastic. Consistently cold, crisp, and refreshing. That's why I've enjoyed trying so many flavors!

A friend of mine said he ended up buying a growler from them at the Atwater farmers market on Sundays. He's also hooked!

Parking is easy, which is rare in LA, and I love that it’s right around the corner from the ReStore—perfect excuse to hunt for good deals after grabbing a drink. The owners, Tiffany and Juan, are genuinely kind, welcoming people, and it shows in how the place is run.

I've brought bottles to parties and events for people who don't want an adult beverage and people were SO APPRECIATIVE!

I really hope they expand their food options soon—I love the empanadas and the sauces and would happily eat more there. This place is a gem and a regular stop for me now.

Highly recommend if you want a better alternative to coffee and a great local small business to support.“

“Going local-origin for my next batch of pumpernickel bagels. Choco-latte and Nicaraguan chocolate down here are legit crazy awesome!“

“My wife and I went to try this place on a Thursday morning. Street parking is a hit or miss.

My wife asked for the mazapan latte and I asked for the oaxacan latte. Both lattes with oat milk. We also shared a chocolate croissant.

The guys behind the counter were patient and attentive when we were ready. The waiting area is nice. Come on by!

Thank you and God bless!“

“Constellation is a jewel in both La Canada and Silver Lake. It’s one of a handful of really good coffee shops in LA. Their espresso is smooth but flavorful, perfect for that early AM wake up call. Best of all, they are very community oriented and the leadership here really dedicates itself to helping the community in more ways than one. Great place, great owners, and they go the distance!“

“Nice place to chill, nice back patio too.“

“Smaller than the one on Broadway but they use the space more efficiently here. It gets busy quickly and there's about 3 spaces in the parking but there's usually parking in the surrounding neighborhood. Menu is the same at both locations. Their pistachio cold brew is top notch and their almond Danish is on point.“

“We stopped by Hai Cha for boba tea after visiting the museum. The owner greeted us right away as we walked through the door. He's super friendly and he was very welcoming. We got Hai Cha special milk tea with boba. Waffle was boba. Yogurt smoothie and mango smoothie. The size of the smoothies were huge. We enjoyed our food.“

“Came in for the buy one egg coffee, get one free. It was sooooo delicious!
It was my first time there. Was a little intimidating because of the crowd but the staff was really nice, the other customers were respectful and the wait wasn't that long. All in all. It was worth it!“

“I have been coming to this coffee shop for coffee. I always order Mocha Nutella latte and vanilla lavender latte. I recently tried the nutella croissant.

The mocha Nutella has a strong taste of chocolate, but not overpowering the taste of the coffee. The scent of the lavender is also strong for the vanilla lavender latte. They also warmed up my croissant without me requesting.

There is a parking structure in the building, but it is usually pretty full because people go to the gym will also use this parking structure.“

“Delicious coffee all around and talented / professional baristas! So glad South Pas has this gem of a coffee spot ✌️

My go-to is a hot red eye or a double shot. the espresso here is always on point and consistent. My wife and mom both love their house-made almond milk (which i agree is very delicious - i make my own almond milk at home but can never get it to taste like two kids), so an iced almond milk latte is their usual pick.

The baristas here have solid pacing and know their craft. Even when the line gets long, they take their time to get each order right and never rush the process, which shows. The espresso is consistently smooth / flavorful and never bitter, which is why i keep coming back!

two kids has a nice family friendly neighborhood vibe. you can for sure hang here for a bit, but it’s definitely more of a “grab and go” coffee shop, as seating is limited and it’s a “laptop free zone”. there’s no restroom inside.

i definitely enjoy bringing a book and reading with my espresso every once in a while, as it’s a bright space, they play good jams, and it has a nice modern aesthetic.

highly recommend this spot“

“I had such a wonderful experience here! I needed a coffee around 5:30pm and was so relieved to see this place was open. I got a half sweet iced horchata latte and it was perfect! One of the best coffees I’ve had in a while. The staff was so friendly and helpful! Highly recommend stopping by“

“Bryan from Mobar is freaking amazing and provides amazing customer service. We appreciate all his service every Pick Me Up Wednesday at AVA Hollywood. The best barista out there!!!! Keep it up!!!!“

“Really cute coffee shop with sammies and bagels with a very cozy interior. Nice for coffee chats or solo breakfasts One complaint - I came at 10AM on a Friday and they said they were completely out of bagels which is nearly their entire menu. Ended up getting a bagel order but on sourdough:)“

“Me gusta porque, me pongo al Internet, y un café caliente, para concentrar“

“Art Lunch is where art meets flavor! The food was so thoughtfully presented and tasted wonderful. A perfect spot for food lovers looking for something unique!“

“Love all the coffee options“