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Coffee

Updated Based on analysis of 400 Reddit comments
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    Endorffeine

    Chinatown

    Try the pour-over; commenters recommend it, especially for people who appreciate third-wave coffee.

    1. Endorffeine

    2. Best espresso in LA no question is endorffeine.

    3. go on a tuesday for "rare espresso Tuesday". Jack is the BEST!!!

    Worth knowing

    • Multiple commenters raised availability concerns; one reported "their hours are short" (branch unspecified).
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    MolaMola Coffee

    954 N Western Ave

    Try the Tokyo Fog: organic Earl Grey topped with house-made matcha cream, described as floral, creamy, lightly citrusy, and not overly sweet.

    1. I went! It was awesome! Y’all should all go!

    2. Haha that’s dope! Love the back story for the name. Glad to see another fellow Korean on here and thriving. I don’t live in ktown/LA anymore but still in LA county and go to ktown every so often. Will definitely have to check it out sometime. Drinks look delicious!

    3. Keeping your doors open till 11 PM is pretty damn amazing! You rarely see coffee shops open after 6 PM. I was amazed to see that time on Google Maps.
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      Keeping your doors open till 11 PM is pretty damn amazing! You rarely see coffee shops open after 6 PM. I was amazed to see that time on Google Maps. … PS: I’m a Hollywood local, and I can’t wait to come and support your business :) Congratulations again on the opening and hope your business flourishes :)

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    Kumquat Coffee

    Pourovers are the clearest pick: one visitor especially recommends them, and another praises Kumquat DTLA’s pour-over experience.

    1. Kumquat

    2. Pourover Coffee & Espressos: Endorffeine or Quat or Kumquat

    3. Kumquat

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    Dayglow

    Rose

    One commenter praises Rose’s bean selection; another says the coffee there was often cold or off.

    1. -Dayglow (Great Coffee "Cocktails")

    2. Dayglow is great for drip.

    3. You'll find better coffee at Dayglow.

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    Maru Coffee

    Los Feliz · DTLA · BH

    1. Maru is better for a medium roast executed well, which tastes better in milk drinks and what most people want out of cold brew.
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      Maru is better for a medium roast executed well, which tastes better in milk drinks and what most people want out of cold brew. … Their coffee is superior to Maru if you value multiple espresso and pour over options, and favor lighter roasts, but Maru is better for a medium roast executed well

    2. Amazing coffee: Maru

    3. -Maru (Favorite Espresso)

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    Verve

    Mateo

    1. Rakkan ramen in little Tokyo and then you have choices between Boxx Coffee, Verve, or Concierge in the arts district.

    2. I like verve a lot. Mostly vibes and I only drink decaf so not really the most refined coffee pallet.

    3. Verve

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    City Bean Roasters

    One customer describes the OG blend as smooth and strong and notes that the roast date was printed on the bag.

    1. This looks great, will try it first. They show a machine like I referenced and prices look to be normal. Thank you. ☕️

    2. the owner there is an enthusiastic coffee expert that knows all about the beans he’s selling. I just gave him general questions like “i’m looking for something less acidic and more nutty than fruity, what do you suggest?” Bought what he recommended and was very happy with the purchase.

    3. Definitely agree! Love their beans. Also get a cold brew when I’m there.

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    Tierra Mia

    Consider a Mexican-inspired latte if you want a sweeter coffee; one commenter describes it as a sugary alternative to Starbucks.

    1. Tierra Mia or La Monarca coffee beats everyone, especially Portos.

    2. Tierra Mia has a marzipan peanut frappe

    3. Tierra Mia for Mexican inspired lattes and a sugary alternative to Starbucks

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    stereoscope coffee

    Echo Park

    Try the single-origin pour-overs if you prefer coffee without milk, sugar, or syrup.

    1. Stereoscope for speciality single-origin pour-overs if you're into coffee and not milk/sugar/syrup bombs

    2. And for my OG’s it’s Stereoscope (Echo Park) or Community Goods (PDC).

    3. stereoscope's coffee is so deep and robust, highly recommend

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    Caffeineicide

    Highland Park

    If you prefer milk-based or sweetened coffee drinks, one account notes particular care in sourcing their ingredients.

    1. If you are an espresso enthusiast, you need to go to Caffeineicide
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      Daniel, the owner and barista, is pulling some of the best espresso in LA. … He currently operates with a mobile setup, but is in the same place every morning off of York and Figueroa in Highland Park. … He is also very particular and thoughtful about the ingredients he sources for his milk-based/sweetened drinks. … He pulls his shots at a lower pressure than most cafes, which results in little to no crema and an incredibly clean tasting espresso. … If you are an espresso enthusiast, you need to go to Caffeineicide

    2. Caffeineicide in the 99c Store parking lot in Highland Park.

    3. Daniel brought me back to those early days, the intention, care, and quality is at another level. Certainly BETTER than those early days. This is elevated, refined, and insanely delicious. Service is always top notch no matter how hot or busy it was that day, Daniel always puts in the work to delivery a delicious drink!
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      Daniel brought me back to those early days, the intention, care, and quality is at another level. Certainly BETTER than those early days. This is elevated, refined, and insanely delicious. Service is always top notch no matter how hot or busy it was that day, Daniel always puts in the work to delivery a delicious drink! … Daniel is freaking amazing, the work he does is fantastic and the coffee is delicious.