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Groundwork Coffee
Coffee Shop and Restaurant$$$$
Venice
"Black Gold Coffee"(3 Tips)
"free cup of organic coffee"(3 Tips)"my favorite beans for making coffee with a French Press at home."(2 Tips)
"I miss this place!!! Wonderful espresso,and the best laid-back vibe."(15 Tips)
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Alex PyatetskyApril 16, 2017This is homebase. Food (until 5), good coffee, dependable wifi and outlets make this a moworking staple. The down side is you have a lot of Venice BS that goes on in there, but to each their own.
Joseph CDecember 4, 2014Black Gold's nice & dark. Bold flavor. I'm normally a French Press kind of guy, this was recommended to me by the Very Informative Barista working tonight. Said they have something better Early AM👍
Tan ColonelAugust 11, 2015Coffee roast is just perfectly right: not too sour not too bitter. Free wifi. Very friendly staff!! Thanks for making my day <3
RickyMay 25, 2018Vietnamese coffee is very good! Good place to work for a couple of hours with dependable WIFI.
Karyn ChinMay 12, 2015Bitches brew pour over and a power bar gave me a mid-afternoon boost. Great service and great coffee. Make sure to go before 2pm if you want food though.
AAugust 23, 2019A small and charming place with lots of personality. Tried the latte. It was so creamy and good. Their matcha latte got good review from my friend as well.
Kat 🐱December 27, 2018Black gold pour over is strong and bold. The main area might be too loud for working, but the inside area is quiet and lovely!
Dylan BoydSeptember 12, 2015Not only great coffee but delicious food. Don't miss the hidden outdoor patio
Luiz CentenaroSeptember 10, 2014Great café to get work done out of. Friendly staff and good music, also helps that the coffee is spectacular.- AMWDecember 21, 2015A friendly neighborhood cafe! Pick out some beans, and get a free cup of organic coffee with your purchase.
Papereater ElisabetSeptember 19, 2013Delicious local coffee! Really friendly staff :D "It's kinda like being at a bar, but in the morning." A nice place for some AM socializing.
jackie truongMay 1, 2012The iced coffee is not your typical iced coffee! It's a cold brew = no burnt taste, pure coffee aroma and taste with extra strong caffeine! Yum!
FiofioApril 23, 2012Loveeeeee it!!! Try the ice mocha in a hot summer day! The have their own coffee beans, too. Worth of trying with great price.
KCRWApril 11, 2012My favorite Mocha of all time, and you can get it with Almond Milk! Woah nelly! This sweet deal is even better when you use your Fringe Benefits card!
Billy AmpNovember 18, 2015I'm not sure what type of Groundwork was done to make this super Vietnamese Iced coffee so super!!
Varqa RouhipourMarch 10, 2024Egg, avocado, and bacon sandwich on sourdough was excellent. Coffee is really good.
Alfredo AponteDecember 15, 2014If your a regular of Cappuccino, then skip it and request a flat white (not on the menu) because the milk and espresso balance is far better in comparison from these baristas.
Tony SicilianJuly 3, 2013Chocolate Espresso Brownie Cookies... FOUR WORDS YOU WON'T REGRET!! Get one... NOW! But seriously! Amazing!!
Starry ChangApril 24, 2014Don't be sacred by the look outside. I passed by this place a few times and got scared by the look from outside. I thought it's a torn down place that's not existed anymore. It's very different inside
Seth LiebmanApril 9, 2013Super friendly folks. Helpful in navigating all the different beans. Mocha was fantastic.
Robert Crawford REALTOROctober 18, 2014Looking for the Starbucks alternative? This selection of organic drinks is a nice change of pace.
Bees knees of local coffee in Venice...and damn good food to boot!
"Bitches Brew" Coffee the Best! Love the pastries & Friendly Staff!
Be sure to get their phone number so you can put in your order in advance. Gives you more time to hang out and talk.
- Grab a handful of napkins if you order your breakfast burrito with chorizo. Then grab another handful, 'cause that first handful isn't gonna cut it.
Angelica CerdeiraJune 21, 2011The Morrocan Mint ice tea is adictive! Best ice tea ever! Also in love with the Angel City coffee.
Iced Coffee at it's best! Their vegan cookies are really good actually.. Sing to the bees
FiveStarsMay 31, 2012Use your FiveStars card for a free mug or drink! Ask for a card if you don't already have one.
Best coffe in Venice but you come for.the vibe... Great to unwind before work
- Hands-down my favorite beans for making coffee with a French Press at home.
- Hans ForsmanOctober 29, 2009Groundwork Coffee has the best organic coffee and tea in town. When in Venice, always worth a stop… Try the Black Gold Coffee or the Caramel Black Tea.
Mohammed AlShareefDecember 1, 2019The coffee beans I believe is dark roasted which spoils the coffee taste.
Great selection of coffee that you can scoop and weigh yourself. Iced coffee is my drink of choice!
Best breakfast burrito in town. Veggie style is amazing.
- Dog lover? Outside you'll find a crop of regulars with their furry companions.
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- Mon–Fri
- 6:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 6:30 AM–7:00 PM
(310) 396-9469
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