11 Unique Coffee Shops Around West Hollywood
Get your caffeine fix at one of the coolest coffee shops in Los Angeles.
Coffee culture is thriving in LA, but in West Hollywood, it’s not merely the drink that pulls in guests. WeHo’s neighborhoods are full of coffee shops serving up creative lattes, scrumptious bites, buzzy vibes and stylish environs that are ready-made for your social feed. Whether you’re just waking up or refueling for your next adventure, here are some of our favorite West Hollywood coffee shops.
Verve Coffee Roasters
8925 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069
Come for the coffee, stay for the avocado toast. It’s not Verve‘s official slogan, but it rings true nonetheless. That lauded breakfast is creamy and rich, topped with cultured butter, sliced shallot, chives and radish. Verve also serves plenty of single-origin coffees, as well as an outstanding honey lavender draft latte. The vibe is light and airy, with lofty ceilings, bleached wood accents, cozy banquettes and the sweetest outdoor seating areas.
Dialog Café
8766 Holloway Dr., West Hollywood, CA 90069
Opened in 2007 as a small mom-and-pop shop, Dialog has since grown into a neighborhood hot spot. “We now feed and caffeinate a large population of West Hollywood locals and businesses,” says owner Todd Ghazalian. “To us, they’re all family.” The menu includes a heavy, heartfelt focus on espresso through a collaboration with LA-based Stereoscope Coffee, and the delicious syrups are all made in-house. If it’s your first visit, definitely opt for a honey oat cappuccino (espresso, oat milk and raw honey, topped with cinnamon and served hot or iced).
Farm Cup Coffee
7748 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90046
Farm Cup Coffee started as a mobile coffee truck — specifically, a 1964 Citroen HY Van named Sunny. It has since settled into a bright, happy brick-and-mortar on Santa Monica with Sunny parked inside. There are no wrong turns on the menu, and the signature lattes will take you for an energizing ride, with ingredients like turmeric, rose dust and salted caramel enhancing the rich notes of the coffee. The non-coffee menu, featuring drinks such as the Pistachio Rose Matcha and Rishi Masala Chai Latte, shines equally bright.
Alfred Coffee at Glossier Alley
8509 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069
She’s cute, she’s pink, she’s ready for her closeup. She’s Alfred Coffee at Glossier Alley, home of the one-and-only Glossier Pink Latte. The OG Alfred opened on Melrose Place in 2013 and has since spun off more than 20 locations in LA, San Francisco, Austin and even a few internationally. This one, hidden behind the adorable pink gates of Glossier Alley next to the beauty brand’s flagship store, might just be the most iconic of all.
The Butcher, The Baker, The Cappuccino Maker
8653 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069
Tucked inside the trendy Sunset Plaza, The Butcher, The Baker, The Cappuccino Maker (BBCM for short) serves coffee drinks, craft cocktails and European-inspired brunch and lunch. For a pick-me-up that tastes as good as it looks, don’t miss the Colorburst Latte, which is Instagram-famous for a reason. Enjoy your sips alongside all-day brunch items like eggs Benedict, skillet-baked omelets and the sweetly delicious bananas foster french toast.
Strings of Life Cafe (S.O.L.)
609 N. W. Knoll Dr., West Hollywood, CA 90069
From the team behind E.P. & L.P. comes this Aussie-inspired coffee shop and café. Their signature S.O.L. blend blooms from a partnership with Common Room Roasters in Long Beach. Try it in drip form or branch out with a flat white or long black — both popular drinks in Australia, where S.O.L.’s founders hail from. Bring your appetite, because their breakfast burrito has a cult following.
Urth Caffé
8565 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069
Speaking of cult followings, this long-time Melrose Ave. staple is loved by WeHo locals and celebrities alike (it was featured on-screen in HBO’s Entourage). Urth Caffé made a name for itself as the first American coffee roaster to exclusively offer organic, heirloom coffees. The full breakfast menu has everything from breakfast pizzas to pastries, with quite a few plant-based and gluten-free options in the mix. Hot tip: Urth’s desserts have a devoted fanbase, so stop by for an afternoon cuppa paired with a slice of fluffy cheesecake, old-fashioned pie or decadent cake.
Gravite Café
9107 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA, 90069
Surrounded by some of Sunset Boulevard’s liveliest nightclubs and hotels, Gravite Café is a perfect place to recharge after a late night. Kick your day into gear with a creamy Nitro Extra Bold Brew, or drink your veggies with a turmeric-and-beet latte or Vital Detox smoothie, loaded with restorative coconut water, pineapple, spinach, lemon, celery and chlorella.
Alana’s Coffee Roasters
634 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069
This cozy neighborhood spot combines warm service and uber-high-quality coffee drinks, from the responsibly sourced, house-roasted beans to the homemade syrups. The oasis-like patio is a great place to savor your sips amid tropical foliage and occasional live music. Or, grab your coffee to-go and head to West Hollywood Park, located just around the corner.
Dayglow
866 Huntley Dr., West Hollywood, CA 90069
Just off Santa Monica and a stone’s throw from the Pacific Design Center, Dayglow keeps things simple with a drink menu designed to showcase their well-curated beans. If you’re feeling more adventurous than an espresso or handbrew, opt for one of their signature coffee drinks. The Warhol 2.0 layers espresso with coconut, nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla and citrus, while the Princess Mononoke intriguingly combines cascara (also known as coffee cherry tea), vanilla, black pepper cordial, citrus, bitters and bubbles. Conveniently, Dayglow sells their addicting coffees online and even offers a subscription service.
Blackwood
7253B Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90046
If you mistake this high-end coffee shop for an art gallery, that’s because, well, it is one. Blackwood’s coffee bar overlooks a sleek, contemporary gallery space where you can peruse art as you sip your Rose Honey Cardamom Latte. Or, head to the back patio, where a rose-covered trellis provides the perfect nook for your morning or afternoon coffee break.
The menu of espresso-based beverages is rounded out by delicious non-coffee drinks like the Chagaccino (mushroom latte) and Latin Cold Brew (with housemade cashew horchata and chocolate bitters). For $1, you can add a cloud of vanilla, brown sugar cinnamon, maple pumpkin or strawberry cold foam to any iced drink.
Updated from the original article written by Jenny Adams.