Motoring Coffee — Restaurant in Los Angeles

Ordered the Blue N’ Green. This is their seasonal Nekohama Strawberry Matcha latte with a strawberry blue spirulina cold foam. The matcha notes do not particularly shine through here, however the strawberry hints are there, especially with the sprinkles of dried strawberry on top. Would probably recommend customers to stick to their regular drinks menu or try other seasonal offerings they may have. Location is very distinct for having a few cars on display. It seems part of the space is also being used to promote auto-related productions such as the upcoming Call of Duty 6 game and also an electric motorcycle company, Maeving RM1. Probably 70% of the space is sectioned off for members only, the rest of the plebeians are relegated to the limited space and can only look past the small border of fake plants that hinder the view. It seems the member space has a few more tasteful classic vehicles, and another room in the back for member vehicle storage. In the main customer space, there’s a gift shop area and just enough tables and chairs for guests to lounge in. It’s a very novel and amusing idea that one of the tables is the truck bed of the Honda Acty parked in the middle of the space, I think they’d look even cooler with a larger kei truck takeover as table and sitting space. Location is in a medium traffic area with sufficient street parking in the area. It does get busy in the afternoon but otherwise, worth checking out at least once for coffee aficionados for their distinct automobile slash coffee...

Motoring Coffee is like a pit stop in heaven for caffeine addicts and car enthusiasts alike! It’s not just a coffee shop—it’s a full-blown experience. Where else can you sip on a killer vanilla latte while pretending you know something about the classic car parked next to you? Spoiler alert: I don’t, but I still felt cool.

This place nails it with its automotive-themed decor that makes you feel like you’ve wandered into a James Bond movie, minus the explosions. The ambiance is fantastic—it’s chill enough for studying, vibey enough for a date, and spacious enough to park all your dreams (or your actual car, because yes, plenty of parking).

But let’s talk coffee. Their vanilla latte is so good it could probably fuel a Formula 1 car. The staff? Incredible—always friendly, always efficient, and probably secretly superheroes because they manage to keep up with the buzz of caffeine and conversations. Oh, and the owner? Always present, always personable, and clearly running on the same amazing coffee.

Motoring Coffee isn’t just a café; it’s a social hub for car nerds, caffeine connoisseurs, and anyone who appreciates good vibes. They even host events and showcase cool cars, so whether you’re here for the brew or the views, you’re in for a treat.

If you haven’t been, do yourself a favor and get over here. Just be warned: you’ll leave caffeinated, happy, and probably thinking about buying a classic car...

I’ve been wanting to visit this cafe to see what the hype was about. And I can honestly say it’s really just about the location. You’re nestled inside a car club surrounded by some fancy vintage vehicles. Although the cafe area is minimal, as the rest of the space is reserved for the actual car club members.

I tried one of their signature drinks as well as a matcha one. The Citrus Latte was citrusy though you could barely taste the coffee. It was pretty weak. Definitely wasn’t satisfied with it after I finished that I had to get coffee elsewhere afterwards. The matcha was typical and nothing one could make themselves.

Seating is minimal with just two hi tops by the coffee bar, a pick up truck that’s been converted into a table bar, and some windows ledge seating with some typical coffee tables. Nothing too comfy. But definitely varied.

They also have a corner for cheaply made though expensive merchandise and some of their periodicals they carry on cars which is cool. They carry some vintage items as well though nothing you can’t find at a local flea market or thrift store for much less.

Overall it was a fun excursion to visit though not a place I’d feel I need to return to. Maybe if I know a car enthusiast I’d bring them but not exactly worthy of a ride to...