Crema's Take
“Chitchat's matcha program is genuinely exceptional—their cereal milk latte and fruit-forward blends strike that rare balance between creative and restrained, letting the matcha's natural flavor shine without drowning it in sweetness. The coffee is equally solid, and the whole operation radiates calm competence with kind baristas and a layout that works equally well for a quick caffeine hit or lingering conversation. If you're in Sawtelle looking for a specialty drink that feels thoughtfully made rather than gimmicky, this is worth the trip.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection, with creative signature drinks, good cold brew. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Matcha latte with oat milk is very smooth. Iced matcha with strawberry macadamia nut milk is fragrant and yummy. I’ve also tried their coffee with oat milk - also very good. Update: The hot Chagaccino with almond milk is so smooth and is a yummy low-calorie option.
i got a cereal milk latte.... brilliant. i'm a big fan of flavor over sweetness when it comes to matcha lattes and this was nicely balanced. kind baristas and an overall calm vibe inside when i went. a decent amount of indoor seating as well as a front patio. they source their…
Tucked into a cozy corner of the Sawtelle neighborhood, this small coffee and matcha shop is a real hidden gem. The location is easy to spot, and the inviting vibe pulls you right in. The menu is full of creative drinks—whether you’re into coffee, matcha, or something in…
Very cute little cafe in Sawtelle, really close to the main downtown strip. My matcha oat latte was really good, could be a little stronger, but really delicious. Plenty of seating inside and outside, cute aesthetic decorations. The staff was super nice as well, and really made…
The Baseline: For a coffee shop the baseline involves the quality of the roast, the taste of the coffee, and the preparation of specialty drinks/food items. Food: The coffee here is really good and has a good taste based on the roast. The Chagaccino I had was a mushroom mix…
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