Cafe Dulce (Vernon) — Restaurant in Vernon

Stopped in to Cafe Dulce for the first time today to see what was up. I'd heard good things from friends so I figured I'd check it out.

At first glance it looks like pretty much every other 3rd wave shop I've been to here in LA. Bright, hip, cool beats. Normally that's a warning flag to me that they put thei hearts into image, and not substance. That happens a lot here. People love a place because how it looks, and because their friends tell them it's good, they say it's good, and so the hype for a bad shop grows.

But, I was really pleasantly surprised by the quality and heart of the staff. No upturned noses, no snobbish air, no crappy annoying hipster vibe. Just friendly smiles and a knowledgable staff.

My old measure of a shop used to be the drip...and, when I've got a bunch of time to sit and chill that's what I do. But, a new measure I've been using is espresso. If you cant do an espresso right, youd better take the 3rd wave out of your description. If you think there should be any measure of bitter in that shot, seriously, gtfo. No real espresso has any bitter. Think bouquet of complex flavors that change as you go from top to bottom.

Well, this shop knows how to do its espresso. Top to bottom a flavor profile that stands distinct and delicious. I can only assume that if this is their foundation (how many drinks have espresso in them...) the rest is gonna be good.

Located just off a major busy street there's ton of parking in the lot next door, seating both indoors and out, and some solid wifi.

If you're in the area and unsure of where to get a cup of Joe or your morning late, check this place out.

Oh, and the pastries they serve...be warned,...

Both my Husband and I were glad to find this place. I la la love coffee and we both love amazing desserts. So this place felt like a hidden jackpot. Like I said I love coffee, so I had to try their vietnamese iced coffee. And it did not disappoint! Strong, lightly creamy, bold and yet smooth. I will definitely get it again (after I try the other iced coffee drinks on their menu). We also tried their freshly made chocolate chip cookies 🍪🍪 they were delicious. Not too sweet, not too chocolatey and right amount of soft/crunchy. Customer service was great, they were welcoming and inviting. The character of the place felt very chill, made us look forward to...

This place is a HIDDEN GEM in DTLA! Great coffee, great donuts and pastries and great strong WIFI what’s not to like? I must point out employees giving service with a smile 😊. I can sense the owner is in my age range cause he continues to play ole school 80’s music as Michael Jackson’s Don’t Stop till You Get Enough plays in the background, not blaring loud I must add. Nice cool dining area, hard wood chairs. Not far from DTLA clean restrooms mucho FREE parking is usually limited supply in DTLA but this place has it all! Adelante...