Coffee Commissary — Restaurant in Glendale

I’ve been to my fair share of coffee spots, but Coffee Commissary in Glendale truly stands out. From the moment I walked in, I could tell this place was something special. It was packed, which is always a good sign, but the energy was great, and the service was still on point.

Now, let’s talk about the food. Good? No. AMAZING!

I started with the Avocado Toast—flavorful, fresh, and with a serious kick. It was a bit spicy for me, but if you love heat, you’ll absolutely love this. The Austin Tacos were the perfect balance—light, fresh, and not overwhelming. The habanero sauce surprisingly wasn’t as spicy as the avocado toast, but it added just the right amount of flavor.

From the bakery, we couldn’t resist grabbing a Morning Bun and a Strawberry Glazed Donut. The morning bun was flaky, buttery, and had the perfect touch of sweetness, while the donut was soft, pillowy, and had the most delicious fresh strawberry glaze—not overly sweet, just right.

Of course, no visit would be complete without coffee. I ordered a Vanilla Bean Latte, and wow—the espresso was bold, smooth, and had such a rich depth of flavor. You can tell they take their coffee seriously here.

The menu has a fantastic selection of breakfast and lunch options, so there’s truly something for everyone. The service was friendly and efficient, the place was spotless, and the whole experience was just top-tier.

If you’re in the area, just stop by. You won’t regret it. Five stars...

First time trying this place out. I got the Austin tacos, a chocolate milk with almond, and a chocolate chip cookie. I also bought some coffee for a Xmas present. Smells like dark chocolate And cherries. Anywho service was great, clean establishment, the cashier answered all my questions. I received my food and waited for my drink at the counter. The barista took a minute to make my drink, which I thought shouldn't take long it's chocolate milk. She called my name and I received it. She put some art on my whipped cream, I loved that she did that. Made my drink feel special. I took a sip before leaving so it wouldn't spill, it didn't taste too sweet but thought it's prob fine. Not until I got in my car that I really started to drink my drink that I noticed it wasn't sweet enough. Then debated if I should go get a hot cocoa across the street at the bakery. I was gonna go back inside but I felt like I would be a bother. On another note the tacos were excellent. I will definitely be back for those. It's scrambled eggs, bacon, guac, micro cicro cilantro and tater tots on warm flour tortillas sided homemade chips and habanero salsa. If I decide to go back for the hot cocoa I'll remind myself to let them know to add more chocolate or simply just...

I've been a regular at Commissary Coffee in Glendale, and there are certainly some things to love about this place. The staff is consistently wonderful, and the breakfast options, especially the avocado toast with egg, have been a favorite of mine.

However, my recent visit left me a bit disappointed. When I asked for some hot sauce to go with my meal, I was surprised to be told it would cost an extra dollar. Given the already higher-than-average prices for items like lattes and avocado toast, this felt like an unnecessary additional charge.

Moreover, after I received my order, I was offered the chance to speak with the owner regarding my concern about the hot sauce charge. While it's nice to have an owner who cares about customer feedback, it's unusual to be asked to talk about such a small matter.

In the end, while Commissary Coffee has its charms, I can't help but feel they may be getting a bit greedy with their pricing strategy. I've visited many similar places that offer complimentary condiments or have a more customer-friendly approach.

So, if you're willing to overlook the occasional nickel-and-diming, you might still enjoy your visit here. However, be prepared for some unexpected charges, even after spending a substantial amount...