Crema's Take
“Espresso Profeta's Spanish latte is the real draw here—smooth, creamy, and consistently praised by regulars who stick around for the lived-in vibe of exposed brick and vintage furniture. The baristas are genuinely personable and knowledgeable, making it feel more like chatting with a friend than ordering from a corporate chain, though execution can be inconsistent. It's an excellent UCLA-adjacent spot for laptop work and long conversations, but go in expecting a charming neighborhood cafe rather than flawless precision.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Wifi. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Really cool cafe, great menu. Had a nice conversation with the barista about massive attack and banksy
Darling little spot by UCLA. I’m a coffee lover, and their spanish latte was so smooth! The guys were very friendly. Will need to come back to do some work and hang out longer.
This coffee shop has potential but misses the mark on the details. The location and decor are cozy. It feels lived-in, with exposed brick and vintage feeling furniture. However, the ordering process is extremely inefficient and confusing. The (admittedly, very friendly)…
Great coffee place near UCLA. Had a soy milk cappuccino and was so good. I also tried their pastries with an almond donut cake and was also really good. Ended up taking another drink to go because it was so good.
In a nutshell, I don't recommend this place and I won't be back, even if I'm right across the street. Got a Spanish latte with an extra shot and a chocolate chip cookie. The Latte was good but even with the extra shot it was still very sweet (for me). The cookie was good, chewy…
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