Blue Bottle Coffee — Restaurant in Los Angeles

Soooo I’ve been designing all night at SewFyi just around the corner, and decided I needed a cup of joe in the early am hrs. I will admit.... I’m a Starbucks girl, but I’m open to exploring cute coffee shops when available. This particular shop was 0.1 miles and 3 min walk, so I decided to try. Aesthetically, the place is absolutely beautiful! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming in a very industrial/artistic way. I walked in and waited in line (only 1 other customer in front of me). The energy seemed to be a little off ( although very empty, no one greeted me). As a customer, that icebreaker greet is everything... especially on a first time visit. I waited patiently in line and then a very lovely young lady (with green hair) took my order. I’m a regular roast coffee type of girl, but this shop has specific seasonal flavors that are hand brewed. She explained the flavors and their process of brewing coffee which I really appreciated. I slid over to the register to check out and here’s where Blue Bottle Coffee looses 2 stars. The cashier (brown bun with glasses) took some time to get to the register which is No biggie because that gave me a moment to capture some flicks of the very cool environment. When she finally arrived to the register, she came with a bit of an attitude. (Which I didn’t really understand, because she seemed pretty joyful with the customer ahead of me) I checked out and had a seat at the bar facing the brewing stations. Once again, beautiful views so I proceeded to capture some more content. I then noticed her rolling her eyes, as if she was annoyed by my presence. I decided to stop taking flicks and have a seat. A pretty kind guy with curly hair called me to get my coffee, and I realize that there was 0 cream in the canister. I informed him and he happily refilled the canister and handed it back. As I proceed to pour the cream, I realize there’s not much room for cream at all. ( I like my coffee light tan in color... my Starbucks order is tall in a grande cup to leave room). I asked the curly haired guy if I could have a larger cup for room for cream, and he told me they only have 1 size cups. I observed a larger size cup across the room and told him that cup will work fine. As he’s headed to grab the larger cup for me, the brown bun cashier jumps into the conversation and forcefully tells him to “stop, those cups are for cold drinks”. He stopped dead in his tracks, I’m still standing there with a small cup and no room for my cream. She gives no other options to help me and proceeds back to check out the customer in front of her. (As if my issue wasn’t a concern). At this point, I just wanted a refund. Between rude customer service, weird flavors, limited cream and tiny cups... I had had enough! Unfortunately, I didn’t have the energy, so I just asked the curly hair guy for another small cup. I proceeded to split my coffee into two cups to make a blend to my liking. Worst part of all.... the coffee tasted extremely average! I mean Mc Donald’s probably has a better blend of coffee (in my opinion). So here I am having my weak coffee in a stunning environment with a poker face as I write this review. I’ll definitely be sourcing a local Starbucks tomorrow. Update : Omg!!!!...

A very cute and hip coffee shop, but it is a far cry from some of my more favorite coffee spots in Los Angeles.

This Blue Bottle is located in a very trendy, hip, up-and-coming part of the Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles. There’s beautiful new apartments and shops sprouting up all around it.

The whole front of the cafe is windows, so it’s very light and airy inside of it, and has exposed ceiling for an industrial feel and look to it. Got my order taken by a very friendly (and cute!!) cashier, and got a cold brew coffee and their in-house soda, which they call a Cascara Fizz. The soda was incredible. Very satisfying and thirst quenching, very fizzy, with a great tanginess to it that I loved. I’d definitely go back just for that!

I wanted to get some coffee and do some studying, as I often do at coffee shops, but was disappointed to find out that they don’t provide WiFi here. They also don’t have very good seating options - it’s almost all just barstools that go in a circle around where the baristas work.

The drinks here are great, and the baristas are friendly. They don’t have WiFi though, so don’t come here planning on staying a while and doing work. Still, a great coffee spot in an...

Blue Bottle Coffee has redefined my perception of a perfect cup of coffee. Nestled in los Angles, this coffee haven exudes a delightful ambiance that immediately draws you in. From the first sip to the last drop, my experience at Blue Bottle Coffee was exceptional.

The passion and dedication that go into crafting each cup of coffee are palpable. The beans are carefully selected, roasted to perfection, and brewed to bring out the true essence of the coffee. The resulting flavor is unparalleled—rich, smooth, and incredibly satisfying.

The baristas at Blue Bottle Coffee are true artisans, showcasing their expertise with every cup they prepare. Their knowledge and passion for coffee are evident in the way they craft each order, ensuring that every cup is a masterpiece.

The minimalist yet cozy interior design of the cafe provides a welcoming atmosphere, making it an ideal spot to unwind, work, or catch up with friends. The attentive and friendly staff further enhance the overall experience, leaving me eagerly anticipating my next visit. Blue Bottle Coffee has certainly earned a special place in my heart and my...