Best Early-Morning Coffee Shops in Los Angeles

Santa Monica

Community-focused cafe honoring the full coffee chain from farm to cup with barista-crafted drinks

El Segundo

On-site roastery crafting small-batch beans in an open warehouse setting with signature whisky-infused offerings

Koreatown

Craft-focused Koreatown spot temporarily sourcing from trusted roasters while revamping their in-house roastery

Central LA

Streetwear-meets-specialty coffee on San Vicente with matcha alongside espresso in a welcoming corner setting

Koreatown

No-nonsense Korean coffee bar delivering strong, quality espresso drinks with efficient service and direct approach

Mar Vista

In-house roasting operation with daily small-batch roasts, seasonal single-origin beans, and direct trade sourcing

Central LA

Small-batch local roaster in Boyle Heights spotlighting Mexican coffee traditions with signature café de olla

Studio City

National specialty roaster's Valley outpost serving their signature single-origin beans and house espresso blends

Mid-City

Small-batch LA roastery with intentional sourcing, specialty espresso program, and a craft-focused ritual approach

Studio City

Melbourne-inspired café with La Marzocco espresso program and Australian coffee culture approach

Silver Lake

Silver Lake fixture since 2015 pouring Woodcat Coffee with signature burnt sugar lattes and locally roasted beans

Sawtelle

Micro-batch roasting operation from Calabasas bringing their house roasts to vibrant Sawtelle Japantown

Venice

Specialty coffee pioneer serving exceptional single-origin beans in an airy, industrial Venice Beach space

Downtown Los Angeles

Local chain serving organic coffee in the Arts District with spacious indoor-outdoor seating and solid food menu

Downtown Los Angeles

LA-based roaster with 10+ years expertise serving fresh-roasted coffee, quality pour overs, and thoughtful espresso

Tarzana

First female-founded roastery café in the Valley roasting specialty beans with focus on quality and sourcing

Beverlywood

Multi-roaster setup featuring Dune and Be Bright, with creative specialty drinks and house-made syrups

Downtown Los Angeles

DTLA specialty cafe with 15+ years sourcing direct from farms, training certified baristas, and pouring meticulous coffee

Central LA

In-house roaster focusing on African origins with Kenya-Ethiopia house espresso blend in a community-driven space

Central LA

Santa Cruz-rooted roaster showcasing their thoughtfully sourced single origins in a modern wooden-accented space

Downtown Los Angeles

Award-winning California roaster's Arts District outpost showcasing expressive single origins and Farmlevel Reserves

North Central

Sweet Bloom and rotating single origins via pour over, plus housemade tonics and London-imported tonic water

Woodland Hills

Oakland roaster's San Fernando Valley outpost serving direct-trade single origins and house espresso blends

Downtown

Blue Bottle's beachside outpost brewing their Oakland-roasted beans blocks from the Santa Monica Pier

Inglewood

Spacious nightclub-meets-coffee-bar serving solid espresso drinks with expansive work lounge in Inglewood

Mount Washington

Micro-roaster crafting responsibly sourced beans in-house with pour-over menu and fresh bagels from Saint-Raf

Westwood

Melbourne-inspired chain serving proprietary blends from their NYC roastery with trained baristas pulling shots

Echo Park

Quality-focused micro-roaster in Echo Park pursuing depth and simplicity in every cup

Venice

Oakland-based specialty roaster's Venice outpost serving meticulously sourced single-origins on Abbot Kinney

Silver Lake

Curated global single origins with creative seasonal drinks and gourmet donuts in a Silver Lake standby

Fairfax

Oakland roaster's Fairfax outpost serving single-origin pour overs and meticulously dialed-in espresso

Central LA

Melbourne-inspired cafe pulling shots on La Marzocco equipment with Australian-trained baristas

Mount Washington

Kumquat Coffee's specialty bar pouring direct trade, micro lot, and COE-grade beans in Cypress Park

Downtown Los Angeles

Landmark Bradbury Building location serving Blue Bottle's signature single-origin offerings and Gibraltar cortados

Brentwood

LA's artisan roaster crafting small-batch single origins since 2006 with crop-to-cup dedication

Ocean Park

Pioneering third-wave chain serving single-origin beans and New Orleans-style chicory coffee on Main Street

Venice

Venice Beach neighborhood staple since 2013 with signature drinks and vinyl vibes on historic Windward Ave

Palms

LA roaster's Motor Ave outpost serving sustainably sourced beans with on-site baked goods and neighborhood vibes

East Hollywood

East Hollywood neighborhood spot featuring creative seasonal drinks and lighter roast options

Compton

Community-focused roaster in Compton serving their own beans with Latin-inspired specialty drinks

Carson

Cxffee Black roaster with house-made syrups and carefully dialed espresso in Carson's emerging coffee scene

Central LA

Specialty coffee pioneer's Hollywood outpost with distinctive penny-tiled red ceiling and shaded patio seating

Silver Lake

Specialty coffee pioneer roasting extraordinary beans from farm-direct relationships in laid-back Silver Lake setting

Downtown Los Angeles

Arts District coffee bar serving einspänner and rotating specialty drinks with a modern aesthetic

Downtown Los Angeles

Latin-inspired chain roasting their own beans, featuring signature drinks like Horchata Latte and Mocha Mexicano

Culver - West

Culver City roastery sourcing and roasting exotic single origins with Italian-inspired espresso service

Sherman Oaks

In-house roasted Colombian coffees with an 'Emerald Series' focus on exotic lots that redefine specialty expectations

Silver Lake

Award-winning LA roaster's flagship café with elevated preparation and house-roasted specialty beans

Leimert Park

Community-focused cafe serving specialty coffee with knowledgeable baristas in South LA

Central LA

LA roaster pulling shots on La Marzocco with high-altitude single origins and signature Creamtop cold brew

Eagle Rock

Minimalist Eagle Rock spot specializing in einspänner and signature drinks in a compact, grab-and-go format

Downtown Los Angeles

House-roasted beans with pour over options in an airy Arts District warehouse space

Playa Vista

Oakland-based roaster's waterfront Playa Vista outpost serving meticulously sourced single origins

Downtown Los Angeles

Tyler Wells' minimalist espresso bar in City National Plaza showcasing precision-focused coffee

Wilshire Montana

Microroaster serving zero-waste coffee with cold drip, expertly pulled espresso, and house-roasted beans

Highland Park

Highland Park pop-up slinging meticulously crafted espresso and thoughtfully prepared matcha from a sidewalk setup

Highland Park

Mexican single-origin focus with house holiday blends and specialty lattes in airy Highland Park digs

Wilshire Montana

Melbourne-inspired cafe pulling espresso shots on La Marzocco equipment with Aussie-trained baristas

Venice

Vibrant Venice neighborhood spot serving espresso with rich chocolate notes and excellent microfoam

Beverly Hills

Oakland-based roaster's Beverly Hills outpost with upscale pour over service near Rodeo Drive

Central LA

Oakland-born specialty pioneer serving their single-origin roasts with V60, French press, and espresso options

Eagle Rock

Multi-roaster shop spotlighting California specialty roasters like Demitasse, Stereoscope, and Prospect Coffee

Westchester

Award-winning roaster with direct trade sourcing, offering single origins, espresso blends, and specialty roasts

Highland Park

Curated multi-roaster selection with monthly specials in minimalist Highland Park space

Melrose

SF roaster's first LA outpost with on-site roasting, V60 pourovers, and immersive coffee bar experience

Eagle Rock

Micro-producer specialty coffee on a mission to make high-quality beans more approachable to Northeast LA

Melrose

LA-roasted beans with direct grower relationships, serving small-batch coffee across multiple neighborhood cafés

Echo Park

Latin-inspired chain serving house-roasted beans with signature horchata coffee drinks and pastries

Echo Park

POC and woman-owned roaster and cafe serving small-batch coffees in a laid-back Echo Park space since 2014

Downtown Los Angeles

Minimalist coffee bar tucked in a Little Tokyo courtyard serving artisanal espresso and signature cloud drinks

Manhattan Beach

Melbourne-inspired chain serving flat whites from their NYC-roasted beans with experienced barista team

Granada Hills

In-house roaster in Granada Hills with solid pour overs, single origin drip, and espresso served in pre-warmed cups

Sawtelle

Corner café focused on freshness and sustainability with meticulous barista preparation and outdoor seating

Century City

Oakland's pioneering roaster brings their signature pour overs and single-origin espresso to Century City's mall

Downtown Los Angeles

In-house roasting operation with single-origin pour-overs and espresso showcasing globally sourced beans

East Hollywood

House-roasted seasonal coffees with a mission-driven approach to sourcing and sharing world-class specialty beans

Central LA

Specialty coffee pioneer serving single-origin beans with precision brewing and retail section for home enthusiasts

Koreatown

Minimalist Koreatown coffee bar blending specialty coffee culture with art gallery vibes and early opening hours

Silver Lake

Direct trade roaster since 2004 focusing on sustainably farmed Central American single origins

Mid-City

Artist-founded roaster treating coffee as craft, from sourcing to espresso extraction and thoughtful packaging

Sawtelle

In-house roaster sourcing 89+ point single origins with a 7-coffee Modern Coffee menu and espresso dialed for milk pairing

Lucerne - Higuera

Pioneer specialty roaster with pour over service in Platform's multi-level space with front and back patios

Central LA

Pioneering specialty roaster serving single-origin beans in Los Feliz, plus New Orleans-style cold brew

Beverly Hills

Philadelphia roaster's Beverly Hills outpost with draft lattes, pour over service, and house-roasted blends

Ocean Park

Ocean Park neighborhood spot serving thoughtfully crafted specialty drinks with creative signature combinations

Central LA

California specialty roaster's West Hollywood outpost with thoughtfully sourced beans and inviting patio seating