Smoky Hollow Roasters
118 Sierra St unit c, Manhattan Beach, CA
Crema's Take
“Smoky Hollow roasts their coffee in-house and creates a genuinely inviting workspace with soft leather seating and communal tables that feels less "coffee shop backdrop" and more like a creative hub where people actually want to linger. The espresso and pour-over program is solid, though the experience seems to hinge on which staff member greets you—some reviewers rave about the atmosphere and quality, while others found the vibe underwhelming and parking frustratingly difficult. If you're a cyclist or someone who values consistency in service, you might want to call ahead, but for those who land on a good day, it's the kind of place that becomes a regular stop during LA visits.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
Cozy cafe for creative professionals. One server looked bored, the other quietly eager to please. Cozy couches, a long table for seating with computer. Partner and I snagged a couple of soft leather chairs by the door. Plopped our laptops on small wooden coffee tables / our…
Used to be a very nice place to grab a pastry and hang for a few. Now that there is nowhere to have a bike, and no bike racks, it’s not cyclist friendly. May come back if that resolves. They roast their own coffee, which is fantastic. The coffee drinks are on the weak side, but…
I visited Smoky Hollow about a week ago while in LA for work. I grabbed a large coffee and a pastry and planned to get some work done, but the experience was disappointing. The staff was friendly, but when I asked for the WiFi password, I was directed to a small chalkboard with…
Visiting Smoky Hollow has been self-debate on my head given the polarized reviews I read about the place. Hard to find parking, unpleasant service, so-so taste, name it. But in contrary, some people highly recommended it and spoke great stuffs about it. Proving it myself, the…
Discovered this place on an unexpected travel delay and have made it a point to stop by again every time visiting LA. Great tasting coffee roasted on location, fantastic atmosphere and above and beyond service. Take a seat, play a game of chess and relax in the laid back…
Crema Reviews
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