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Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea

Coffee Shop and Tea Room$$$$

Venice

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Ranked #3 for coffee shops in Venice
Has a stamp of approval from Food & Wine and LA Weekly
"❤️❤️ intelligentsia coffee, so was super excited to try spot."(15 Tips)
"The Angeleno off menu is the best iced coffee for a hot day"(11 Tips)
"Excellent pour over and latte coffees."(8 Tips)
"delicious cold brew, kind baristas and LA hipster madness."(17 Tips)

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Rick NijhuisOctober 8, 2016
Similar to Blue Bottle but with more choice in (cold pressed) juices and more space to sit/work. You may want to out-"intelligentsia" them though and avoid the $12 price tag on their juices!
LA WeeklyAugust 4, 2014
This well-known coffee shop has become synonymous with high-quality coffee and carefully crafted beverages, and it remains the most reliable spot for a good, more often great, cup of coffee. Read more
CaliGirl SavaSeptember 18, 2014
excellent ambient!!! the concept of this coffee shop is different than our coffee shops in Europe. They are very much into the quality of the coffee they offer, and the service is equally good
Avneesh KohliSeptember 19, 2018
Love that the interior looks like a coffee science lab. They specialize in hand-crafted pour over coffee, and have solid espresso drinks as well.
Gustav Von SydowJanuary 5, 2019
It strikes me how little has happened in the world of artisanal coffee over the last ten years This this place is still the (well deserved) gold standard, with some of the best pour overs known to man
Zia Pip LothAugust 4, 2013
This is by far the best coffee and atmosphere in LA. The baristas never rush, are clean and know exactly what they are doing. Perfect coffee every time.
Kyle YoungAugust 13, 2016
Quite busy on a weekday but it's a nice atmosphere and great coffee! The baristas are quick and great at handling the pace.
Vitamin YiJune 15, 2023
Immaculate vibes in this place! Amazing coffee shop with a large space to settle in for a while. It gets busy so I would recommend ordering ahead
David BanMarch 27, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Worlds away from the OG Chicago locations, this branch is an oasis of indoor/outdoor seating apropos to the general Abott Kinney vibe.
Noah WeissNovember 2, 2018
Been here 10+ times
Fantastic coffee and espresso, chill vibes, outdoor seating with high quality pups
Camille RomeroApril 13, 2020
This is amazing! I really like the atmosphere, good coffee, and nice interior. This is the best place to study or chill with friends. Internet connection is very fast and is unlimited as well.
Diane ChandlerApril 21, 2020
I came to this coffee shop to do some work online and found it to be a great environment with a good strong wifi connection. I really enjoyed during my stay there because I was so productive.
Vanessa RoyApril 16, 2020
Yesterday, my sister and I went to this coffee shop to catch up sometime, and we just love the taste of their coffee. It was freshly brewed. We also love how the barista made our coffee.
Neal HudsonApril 22, 2020
I am a fan of cute coffee shops,and this is definitely one of them!This place has a lot of big windows with natural lighting.There are several tables, which makes it great for those who need to study.
Emily WilsonFebruary 2, 2016
One of the coolest looking/feeling coffee shops around. The vibe's so chill that it doesn't even feel bothersome to wait on line.
Eric HinmanOctober 14, 2014
One of the most beautiful cafes in the world. Incredible coffee as well. Bring your laptop and chillout inside or out.
George PeachDecember 27, 2014
Amazing coffee and wonderful atmosphere. Love the background music, people watching and having a fun chat with the people that work there.
Lucky BrandAugust 13, 2013
L.A.'s most buzz-worthy java joint crafts espresso, cappuccino and macchiato for the hipster set. Coffee connoisseurs will geek out over the store's custom-made machinery and well-versed baristas.
Ken SJune 19, 2017
Been here 100+ times
There will likely be a line, but the coffee and service are worth the wait. Treat yourself to a treat with your coffee. Churro croissant for the win!!
Gene PalmerMarch 11, 2016
Welcome to Mecca! If you're searching for coffee nirvana, you're finally found it. They make the best espresso based drinks that you can get anywhere.
Lore BenaventSeptember 21, 2014
This place is like the "mecca" for coffee shops... Their coffee making process comes to another level, very professional and clean! Intelligentsia is a must in LA.
Alex PyatetskyJanuary 12, 2015
You know night clubs? This is a day club. Coffee is dependable as always. Architecture is crazy but may be too wild for work sometimes. Other times, no prob.
Intelligensius AnarchusMay 16, 2015
Beautiful space, perfect espressos and flat whites, relaxed atmosphere and free wifi :-). Will be back!
Kyle R.August 13, 2014
Deadly serious about perfect craft coffee, tea, and espresso. While the attitude may intimidate, it's worth hacking through the pretension, bc you'll realize they earned it.
Robbie SironJuly 13, 2016
My favorite in the chain. It's like an amphitheater set up where you get a personal barista. Always a necessary stop when in Venice.
Joseph CAugust 16, 2014
Parking sucks here! You might have to huff it a few blocks but, it's def worth your time! Maybe, grab a bite to eat @ Gjelina, Casa Linda or Hal's first. Then, come chill on a brew & WiFi
Jonathan HartNovember 19, 2011
Been here 10+ times
It gets no better than this. From the playful architecture and design, to the sharply tailored and supremely knowledgeable baristas down to the very last drop of Black Cat - Intelli is a must do in LA
Jonno SchmidtJanuary 10, 2016
Been here 5+ times
LOVE Intelligentsia Coffee. Always a fantastic choice when looking for a high quality coffee drink. Their cappuccinos are hard to beat.
Aristotle DreherOctober 18, 2013
A great place to wait in line to drop $5 on a cup of coffee, then show off your MacBook and various Apple products. Like right now, for instance - you're reading this tip on your iPhone! Go you!
Fred WilsonNovember 10, 2012
Been here 100+ times
They call a Cortado a Gibraltar here. Get it.
Mark DanielDecember 26, 2014
One of the best coffee shops I've ever been to. Knowledgeable staff, large enough space, and free wifi!
Marc VermutJune 11, 2016
Been here 10+ times
The chocolate in the mocha is rich and not too sweet. And the matcha latte is one of the best in town. But yes, this place is expensive AF.
Miffy EatsAugust 7, 2010
Been here 5+ times
You maybe able to find better roasted beans in LA, but they have the Best Barista for sure: their beans are roasted to the dark side, but always manage to pull out all the nuance in the beans.
Thibault B.May 18, 2015
Great coffee, great atmosphere and good wifi, the perfect place to stop by and work between 2 meetings!
Haesung KimAugust 11, 2019
Been here 5+ times
nice baristas! all their espresso drinks are excellent. It gets crowded at times.
Telegraph ManagerSeptember 24, 2013
2pm: Hit the beach, an hour’s Metro bus ride from Downtown to Abbott Kinney Boulevard, at the heart of Venice’s artistic, offbeat and chic scene. Refuel at Intelligentsia Coffee.
Angela WebbSeptember 23, 2011
Best coffee in LA. For NYers who know 9th street espresso level of coffee will be very pleased. Venice location is predictably cool. Staff dressed like Rosie the riveter and know how to make coffee.
Tristan NicolasMay 5, 2014
Been here 5+ times
I think this is the place where you'll find more Apple products and bearded hipsters than in any other places in Venice. Cool place if you are OK with it. Music too loud though.
Stu TysonMay 24, 2015
Possibly my fave coffee/espresso in Los Angeles. It's hard to find coffee as good as Australia, but these guys come pretty close
Tristan NicolasAugust 3, 2014
Been here 5+ times
I leave a second tip: it is definitely one of the best coffee I had. They make a great coffee every time.
Victoria SantoroFebruary 11, 2017
The cookies and croissants. Get a large latte with extra shot! Free wifi too.
Babak VZMarch 16, 2016
Finally a good tasted coffee after a long time! They do it in it's best way! Ambience is great. Love that!
Joseph CAugust 16, 2014
The shorter, dark haired barista dude brews an awesome French Pressed Coffee. I recommend you find him out to help when you're in line! 👍☕🍵
Andy SternbergFebruary 5, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Come charged. It seems all Intelligentsia shops go the extra mile to ensure there are no accessible power outlets. Great brew tho!
İbrahim DemirJune 16, 2014
They have perfect baristas and ambience. Try special filter coffee and chocolate cake. Go early before it gets crowded.
Aron HegyiJuly 30, 2014
Interesting set up for a cafe. When it opened, it was revolutionary. Solid espresso drinks, but their roast has been getting lighter in the last couple years (meaning a more sour cup).
Nina MoSeptember 7, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Grab a latte (LA's finest) for 5 bucks and a seat to get some work done (u may need to brin headphones as it does get noisy at times). Park in the back for free and use the back door entrance.
Tom CoatesFebruary 26, 2018
The iced matcha latte and matcha croissant were very good. Nice place to hang out and think and work.
Tom CoatesFebruary 26, 2018
The iced matcha latte and matcha croissant were very good. Nice place to hang out and think and work.
Tom CoatesFebruary 26, 2018
The iced matcha latte and matcha croissant were very good. Nice place to hang out and think and work.

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