Crema's Take
“The baristas here actually know their equipment—they're dialing in a Weber EG-1 grinder to coax out the full flavor potential of their emerald espresso beans, which means your flat white tastes noticeably better than it should. The vibe is genuinely welcoming (regulars rave about Jasmine and Alison specifically), and the location near LAX makes it an unexpectedly excellent first or last stop if you're flying in or out of LA. Yes, it's pricey, but the precision and care justify the cost if you care about what's in your cup.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Love this place. The coffee is a little pricey but totally worth it. The drinks are always amazing and the vibe is so cute. Jasmine and Alison are the best and always make it feel extra welcoming. My favorite neighborhood coffee spot! ☕️✨
Incredible flat white with one of their emerald espresso beans. They use a Weber EG-1 and the barista knew what she was doing. She really got the full flavor profile out of the beans. Perfectly dialed in! If I lived in LA, this might be my go to spot.
Really great coffee and matcha! Made a quick stop here for a wake-up drink! And we’re very happy with our order of oat cap and mango matcha!
A friend recommended this place to me and I’ve been wanting to try it—so when another friend flew into LA for work, I took her here straight from the airport. It’s pretty close to LAX, and I love that they open early! The staff were super friendly and helpful, explaining all the…
This was our first stop after flying into LAX and it did not disappoint! I wish I caught the barista’s name because she was so helpful and friendly, even with all our questions. We were able to get a spot in the basement no problem, but I could see why others might have had…
Crema Reviews
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