Café Lovi
1912 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA
Crema's Take
“Café Lovi strikes that rare balance of being both a serious coffee destination and a genuinely welcoming third space, where you can linger over a perfectly pulled latte while a French indie playlist sets the mood and board games await on nearby tables. The team clearly cares—they'll remember your dietary needs and point you toward the avocado toast, and their cold brew and espresso drinks have the depth and attention to detail that specialty coffee lovers crave, all without the pretension or Santa Monica price shock you'd expect. Whether you're meeting a friend, settling in with your laptop, or just passing through for a flavorful croissant, there's a warmth here that keeps people coming back.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Nice cozy spot for coffee. I tried a hot latte and it tasted great. It has outdoor sitting which is nice
Really great vanilla latte! My sandwich was also great (turkey bacon cheese on bagel) though quite greasy. Still so good though. Also really appreciate the reasonable prices, especially in Santa Monica.
Love this place! Not sure if it’s all the time, but v much loved the music being French indie/pop! Stromae, Angèle, good coffee, and nice vibes. Also really liked the books and games available! Was here on the wifi for a bit.
Came in for a coffee, ended up getting a cold brew and a ham and cheese croissant. Did not disappoint. The cold brew was flavorful and just how I like it: black. You could taste the accents of the beans and it hit. Now I waited shortly for the ham and cheese croissant, which came in a compostable cardboard to go box. I opened it and was blown away by the amount of perfectly crisp cheese evenly distributed on both sides. Yes that’s right, perfectly crisp, and warmed toasted croissant evenly sliced to allow for thick cut overhanging ham neatly covered evenly. The sandwich was honestly the best ham and cheese croissant I’ve had on the west side. What a hidden gem.
The gentleman that serviced us was very nice. I told him I was allergic to gluten and he was able to recommend the avocado toast. That's what I really wanted, but I didn't think they had gotten free bread. They did! 🤭🥹 This is a cute little place with a vibe. I highly recommend it. They have a bathroom for customers. OMG they even have a doggy treat and water for our four legged friends. 🐕
Crema Reviews
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