Ondo Coffee
710 Heliotrope Dr, Los Angeles, CA
Crema's Take
“Ondo Coffee is a serious destination for espresso enthusiasts and specialty coffee lovers, known for hosting special events featuring renowned roasters and carrying exceptional single-origin beans alongside thoughtfully crafted seasonal drinks. The knowledgeable baristas here excel at dialing in their craft, whether you're ordering a precisely balanced iced latte or exploring their creative signature beverages, all paired with quality pastries from local bakeries in a warm, inviting atmosphere.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
The Coffee Experience: This is an absolute must-visit destination for serious coffee professionals tracking high-end profiles. The Pop-Up: I attended a special event featuring Kim Guntae (a finalist in the 2026 Korea Brewers Cup). The curation of guest roasters and rare beans was incredible. Fritz Coffee: I tried the Ethiopia Tamiru Tadesse Tesema (Alache Natural), roasted by Fritz. It had a beautifully vibrant profile, tasting exactly like a "lively and relaxed weekend morning" (활기차고 여유로운 주말 아침 같은 풍미). GML: The Ethiopia Mate Matiwos Red Honey (Sidama) was stunning, delivering complex, elegant notes of honeysuckle, champagne, and lemon blossom. The Geisha: I also had a spectacular Panama Geisha pour-over that rounded out the tasting perfectly. Taking it Home: I grabbed a bag of their signature espresso bean to dial in at home. I will definitely be trying more of their standard drinks on my next visit. The Vibe & Logistics: Atmosphere: I loved this location. The interior is cool and spacious, making it the perfect environment to sit down, study the tasting cards, and appreciate the craft. Parking: Be prepared for street parking. There is a mix of paid and non-paid spots nearby, so just check the signs. Verdict: Top-tier specialty coffee. Highly recommended!
Great selection of beans. House blends are okay ish - the Americano with the lighter roast blend is better than the cappuccino with other blend.
The coffee is overly roasted and bitter (just like everywhere in la). The place itself is dirty, they don’t clean the floors, there are crumbs everywhere. However, the service is very nice and friendly.
One of LA’s best coffees! The seasonal drinks are creative and atmosphere is warm and inviting. The baristas are knowledgeable about their coffee, and make delicious drinks. They carry Out of Thin Air pastries, another one of my fav bakeries!
I ordered an iced latte and it was really good! The coffee is smooth and their milk to coffee ratio is perfect for me. The pastries were good too, I think they get them from a local business. The place is cute with a small 2nd floor and the restroom was super clean (always a plus point!!). Plenty of metered street parking (at least on weekends) for people with parking anxiety. A great place to chill or do some work. Will definitely keep coming back!
Crema Reviews
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