Archives Of Us

This place is not the easiest to get to but oh mine the banana cream matcha was the bomb. It’s not too sweet from my Asian perspective. The canele, even though was the last one, was still delicious. It’s got a chill vibe. I think they validate for 30 min. We ended up paying $3 upon exit since we were there for 45 min. You would take elevator up from the garage. Follow the sign and walk across to take another elevator to the 2nd floor.

Love the experience here, matcha was good. Staff is nice. Place is in trend so it gets quite packed. It’s good a good vibe here! Not a fan of their over hyped caneles, won’t recommend. But overall the cafe is worth going, you’ll have a good time!

An elegant, thoughtful interior paired with some of the best matcha and coffee I've tasted. Attention to detail is clearly at the core - from the careful selection of high-quality matcha and coffee to the meticulous preparation of each drink. Every staff member has been incredibly helpful and friendly - can't wait to come back!

I had a wonderful experience at this café. The atmosphere was so cozy and inviting, and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. The food was absolutely delicious—I tried the kimchi fried rice and the carbonara noodles, and they were so tasty that I cleaned my plate completely! The café is quite popular, and with good reason, so it can get pretty crowded. At times, it might be hard to find a seat inside, but luckily there's a well-designed patio area with plenty of space outdoors, which is a great alternative. I also appreciated that the restroom was clean and well-maintained. Drinks were served quickly, and I ordered a matcha latte, which turned out to be really flavorful and satisfying. Overall, I highly recommend this place for both the food and overall experience. I’ll definitely be coming back!

I’m a true ceremonial matcha frantic (drinking only hot matcha most of the time, not matcha latte). I whisk my own matcha at home with ceremonial grade matcha powder only. This place use matcha from Kagoshima, the note is bitter. I’m not sure if they added too much powder, it tasted really really bitter, like really. Other than bitterness, nothing else. Most of matcha I’ve tried, aside from bitterness, have either a grassy, umami or a milky note to it, but this one has none, it’s just simply straight up bitter. It was….. not good… FYI, I ordered hot matcha latter with non sweeten almond milk. Oh btw! My friend said the coffee is very very sweet. Not good either. We headed to Kettl right after. AND!! We asked them to validate the parking, which they said “No problem!😉” and took the ticket away then returned to us. BUT BUT BUT When we were leaving the parking lot, we still had to pay for parking. Which is 😀😀😀

The cafe occupied the second floor of an apartment building at the hear of Chinatown. Worry not, they had very clear directional sign to guide you finding the cafe. The attendant said they're still working with the apartment to figure out parking validation so for now, it's pretty easy to find a parking spot in the building but it costed $3 for first hour and $3.5 incremental per 15mins. The space was huge and super convenient, providing both indoor and outdoor options. As they're still 1 week old, food menu was still limited to Canele, available in 4 flavors; vanilla, chocolate, matcha, and earl grey. The stocks ran out pretty fast but I was quite fortunate to get one of the last few pieces. I tried the matcha one, which was pretty good, but slightly less buttery then I expected. It has that perfectly crispy skin and gooey center. Tad pricey being at $5 for the size IMO. Their signature drinks were the einspanner, available in coffee and matcha. However, I was more intrigued by the Madagascar Vanilla latte, given some reviews said their housemade vanilla was great. First sip and I could tell the coffee was superb, being aromatic and bold. It featured slightly acidic flavor, which I typically dislike, but this one seemed to be an exception. Milk substitution was available at extra charge. I could see myself coming back for sure, especially I really appreciated the extremely warm service delivered by every single attendant and barista. Be prepared that it might take awhile to get your order ready, but I thought it's kinda understandable given they just recently opened!

The best coffee shop experience in LA from right when you walk in and experience the amazing interior, to the helpful and courteous staff, and of course the amazing drinks and food prepared and delivered to you personally. Nothing like it. Highly recommend for those just wanting to grab a coffee to those needing a place to study or get some work done.

As someone who is picky about their matcha, this is perhaps one of the best matchas I’ve had in los angeles. I’ve lived in Japan for a bit, tried many of the famous matcha places in la & nyc, but I could really feel the matcha powder they used was high quality. I tried their signature einspanner this time and it was beyond phenomenal, but I would like to try the matcha tea with just water next time to really taste the thick flavors. The ambience too, added to the great experience, with the chic black and white interior. The accessibility to wifi and spacious desk also allowed many people to come and work/study. Last but not least, the staff’s hospitality is top notch. I visited on a weekend and the cafe was very busy, but all of the staff welcomed each customer with genuine smiles. Overall, this is one of my new favorite cafes in la, and will make multiple visits!

As someone who is picky about their matcha, this is perhaps one of the best matchas I've had in los angeles. I've lived in Japan for a bit, tried many of the famous matcha places in la & nyc, but I could really feel the matcha powder they used was high quality. I tried their signature einspanner this time and it was beyond phenomenal, but I would like to try the matcha tea with just water next time to really taste the thick flavors. The ambience too, added to the great experience, with the chic black and white interior. The accessibility to wifi and spacious desk also allowed many people to come and work/study. Last but not least, the staff's hospitality is top notch. I visited on a weekend and the cafe was very busy, but all of the staff welcomed each customer with genuine smiles. Overall, this is one of my new favorite cafes in la, and will make multiple visits!

The drinks here are incredibly creative and taste as amazing as they look! The service never fails to make the space comfortable and inviting, and the ambiance has me coming back all the time. It's a modern, open space with unique decor and vibe. The food is great too!

Amazing space, great pastries and drinks too! Could tell the matcha was very high quality. We also enjoyed the ice americano and canele. Will be back to try the food!

I stumbled in here after court nearby. This is a lovely coffee experience. They have their own elevator basically that takes you to the second floor and everything is immaculately clean and a mic clean minimal kind of design. The cashier was very nice and suggested the banana cream latte and it was bomb. So thick and creamy and not overly sweet. The banana cream was delicious. Prices for coffee were fair/decent. Will definitely be back!

First time here and 5/5!!! Matcha is on point and vibes are great. Customer service is wonderful too as they are friendly and efficient. Lively atmosphere where you can chat it up with friends, read a casual book, or get some computer work done. It is well-maintained, clean, and comfortable enough to stay here for long hours. Thank you to the reviews mentioning parking cause girl had to circle around a couple times all lost what building they are talking about! I got it eventually but if you don't mind a 2-4 min walk just get street parking at the meter. Getting here is not so intuitive as it's within an apartment complex. Take the elevator to the 2nd floor. Photo is the Matcha Einspanner! YUM! Will keep coming back!!!!

I just got back from Europe and missed out on carbonara there, so when I saw spicy miso carbonara on the menu I jumped! It was so good and had a great portion of the bacon. I would definitely get this again. I also got an earl grey canele which had great flavor. I got a banana cream tiramisu latte. I pounded it down within like 3 minutes it was that good. The vibes inside were so cute and clean and had lots of seating! They were faster than expected even though they had a large line.

Finally got to check out this spot in my matcha archives, and I definitely think it's worth a visit if you're in the DTLA area and looking for a Korean-style cafe (without having to go into Koreatown). We were lucky that there was no line when we came, but the line consistently became long after. We ordered their tiramisu cream top (sans the banana cream), matcha banana cream top, creamy carbonara udon, and wagyu beef sliders. Overall, we thought the cream tops were made well, being elegantly and subtly flavorful but not too sweet, but the matcha and coffee components of our drinks weren't the best quality imo. The food was made very well, and I LOVED the carbonara udon, which was so creamy but had a surprising kick of spice and lots of bacon. The Wagyu sliders reminded me of an elevated version of the McDonald's Sausage Egg McMuffin, but I would probably skip this next time since I couldn't taste the Wagyu. It wasn't too hard snagging a table, and I saw a lot of people there who were working on their computers, so this cafe would probably be a good spot to study/work, as long as you don't mind listening to music. There's also an outdoor seating area, which has a decent view of the surrounding area from the second floor of the building, and has shade to protect from the hot summer sun.

The matcha here is so good! Got the matcha einspanner, whole milk, less ice, no sweetness (cannot adjust the sweetness of the cream top tho). It was delicious! My only caveat was that the cups are pretty small lol. Also tried the sparkling matcha lemonade and it was really refreshing. Matcha flavor was strong but super smooth and not bitter at all. I didn't know they also serve food as well! I would look up their menu ahead of time to see what you want to order because the only menu was a small one at the front where the kiosk is. Parking is in the structure, they validate for 30mins and after that we paid $3 since we went over the 30min. Their sign said 1.5 hr= $3 and then thereafter an additional $3.50/15 mins. It can be a little confusing to get to but they have signs. After getting out of the parking structure, we had to walk across to another building and then take the elevator to the 2nd floor to get to the cafe. Loved the minimalistic black/white interior. It reminded me of the cafes in Korea. They have indoor seating and also a nice large outdoor patio seating as well.

Umami matcha shop with light bites and plenty of seatings! Aesthetic shop and drinks. The matcha they use here is great and they sell tins of it. The matcha einspanner creamy due to the cold cream top with slight sweetness to it. Love that they add a bit of the pistachio to add some nuttiness to the drink. Balances the matcha well. The banana cream matcha is one of the best I've had. The banana cream has subtle banana flavor. Most stores have too strong or too artificial tasting banana flavor that takes over the whole drink but this place balances it well. The Wagyu egg sliders came with 4 pieces and cooked medium well. Fluffy egg and has a tasty flavor. Great place to grab matcha and work/study with some grub. Indoor and outdoor seating. They have a parking garage costing $3 the first hour. Card only. No tap to pay. Located on 2nd floor but easy to find.

I'm kind of picky of my matcha drinks, but AOU really got a great matcha selection. I got a hot matcha latte with oat milk and sweetness added, I could taste the great matcha quality. The matcha has a vibrant color, great aroma, smooth/creamy. The subtle lingering sweetness and bittersweet balance it off perfectly. My friend loves her banana cream matcha, it is not too sweet and overly creamy (to a point that you cannot finish/ too heavy). The banana taste is subtle and not too artificial. Their black and white interior design is very modern and cool. It is very spacious inside and outside, great place to hang out with friends or a place to study. The staffs are pretty friendly for the most part. However, the lady that took our order was super friendly and welcoming to the customers before us, but approached us kind of cold/unconcerned. But for the most part, I would still recommend this place. We went on a Sunday afternoon, there's a small line (around 7 minutes wait), but since they have a lot of staffs, they are pretty quick with the orders. There's a parking garage in the place they are located at, it is free (just ask the cashier to validate the parking pass)

This spot is on the top of my list of strong matcha! They use their own matcha made in Kagoshima that is available for purchase or online. I like that they are transparent of what they use and where it is from. Parking can be difficult since it's between Chinatown and DTLA. Suggest street parking and walk across to the cafe building. The branding and vibe inside is sleek, minimalistic, and cool. The service was quick, there's multiple baristas working on drinks, line was long but went pretty fast. I got the Matcha Latte with no addt. adjustments and it was perfect. Strong umami kick balance of matcha and oat milk. I like that I can taste the matcha overpowering the milk. This is one of the very few matcha cafes that match closely to what I can make at home. Will definitely come back here to get a tin!

AOU has a very nice ambiance and the presentation of the drinks are pretty. While deciding on the drinks, Samuel helped give some details about the drinks and was able to answer all our questions (which we appreciated a lot!). I had a group order of 4 drinks and a few caneles, which took around 15ish minutes to receive- we just walked around the area since it was nice to take pictures and roam around the patio. I ordered the Dirty Matcha Cream Top with half sweetness and Koatji milk. The matcha base and espresso combo definitely made me wired in a good way. In terms of taste, the matcha was VERY savory and bitter- I recommend the regular sweetness and asking to adjust if needed. The quality was good but very thick and savory.

Yup we came because social media flashes this place. Just as a heads up, it's not easy or convenient finding parking, we had to go through a parking garage and all. But It's pretty exciting coming here since you have to go through an elevator to get inside, so it feels pretty fancy and cool. Inside is super hip and bougie for a cafe spot, it looks like a good place to go on a date, lounge, hang, or maybe even do work. They have good and friendly service. We had their Banana matcha latte and matcha latte. Both were good, but they weren't necessarily like amazing. Their strong spot is their ambiance and aesthetic. That's what you ultimately come here for, the experience!

A picture is worth a thousand words and my god this matcha is beautiful. BEST. MATCHA. PLACE. IN LA. The aesthetic of the cafe is amazing and so sleek, there is a spacious shaded terrace outside to enjoy your drinks outside. There is plenty of room to line up for your matcha without standing out on the street in the sun. NOW THE DRINKS. OH MY GOD this matcha is heavenly every sip is so refreshing and clean, down to the last sip I was savoring my precious Matcha Einspanner food ig: @snapped.by.neel (Don't get the sliders lol)

I came here after seeing it pop up all over social media, so I decided to check it out. It's located on the second floor of a building, so it was a little tricky to find at first, but there's an elevator that takes you up to the store front which I thought was super cool. It's located a few streets away from Chinatown, so we parked at a paid lot in Chinatown and walked over to this place. Food: We ordered their dirty matcha cream top and didn't like it (3/5). It was bitter and heavy, just an overall hard drink to enjoy. I liked the cream top but that's about it. I purchased their matcha tin and they gave us the drink for free, so that was a nice touch. I would love to try their other drinks, as I do think a simple matcha latte would be good here. Service (4/5) - Pretty fast service here from the time we entered and ordered. The drink did take a while to come, and we were confused on whether or not to return the tray, but other than that, the staff was friendly. Ambiance (5/5) - I loved the aesthetic of this place. The elevator was a unique touch, but the interior design and amount of space was great. There's indoor and outdoor seating, a unique sound system by the entrance, and the furniture was nice. I liked the airy indoor/outdoor design and it's a nice spot to study/work/hang out. Whilst the drink that I got was a miss, the atmosphere and overall experience was great.

Super aesthetic and modern cafe. A little hard to find but there are lots of signs telling you where to go. The cashier/service is very helpful and friendly and they have inside and outdoor seating. Pretty busy though. - banana tiramisu latte: 6.5/10. The banana cold foam was light and sweet, but the coffee part was quite bitter/sour. Not sure if it was supposed to be that flavor profile, but I did not enjoy it. Maybe the coffee was burnt? - matcha einspanner: 9.0/10. Yum! Definitely one of the better matchas that I have had in LA. The matcha is strong and not too sweet and has a nice consistency. - earl grey canele: 7.5/10. Strong earl grey flavor! Slightly crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside.

Archives of Us is a retro-futuristic spot in Chinatown DTLA that takes inspiration from brutalist architecture and does so while serving a plethora of cafe drinks. It's a nice option if you need somewhere to get some work done too, especially with an outdoor patio where you can chill or focus. Service can get a little slow especially with a line but speed drinks aren't necessary the reason of why you may be stopping by. The interior is definitely unique, with brutalism vibes, concrete everywhere, and a design that feels very meticulously thought out. Sharp lines, minimalism, it's got everything someone could appreciate about its design. It's definitely an atmosphere that could either be calming or intense, depending on your mood. I tried the hibiscus mint tea, which doesn't come sweetened, but I asked for some agave, and it was delicious. A nice, light, refreshing drink, perfect for the heat. I didn't go for their matcha Einspanner (which is popular here) just because it was one of those hot summer days, but it looks like a solid option if you're craving something more indulgent. They've got dedicated parking in a garage, which is always a plus, and 30 minutes of free validation if you buy something, which is perfect for a quick stop.

Great hidden spot for some coffee and matcha! Stumbled upon this place while scrolling through Yelp. This spot incorporates a very minimalist, chill aesthetic paired with their friendly staff. The drinks and food are made to order and in the order it's received in. Opted for their Dirty Matcha Cream Top and the drink certainly did not disappoint. The drink was a burst of flavors from the expresso, to the matcha wrapping it all together with the sweetness of the cream top. Definitely a great spot in the Chinatown area to hang and to add my go-to list!

Food/Drink: 8/10 Service: 10/10 Ambiance: 10/10 The drinks were good, but it wasn't like the best matcha i've ever had. solid americano though. This place seems to be more of an experience than a cafe. The cafe itself is beautiful and the presentation of their drinks are on point. It's a very fun cafe and a good representation of cafes in Korea.

Archives of Us is located in DTLA on the 2nd floor of an apartment building. They have a variety of coffee, teas and food. I had the miso cabanara and a half sweet banana matcha - both were really good. I had one of my daughter's sliders and it was really good- I love that they used a boiled egg on the slider. Customer service was good. The drinks were ready pretty quick, but the food took almost 30 minutes. They validated 30 minutes of parking but it took 30 minutes for the food. There's metered parking on the next street but it can be a challenge to find a spot. There's inside and cute outside seating I saw people sitting around inside using laptop, so I assume they must have Wi-Fi available. There's also restrooms conveniently located inside. Parking is $3 for the first hour.

The matcha einspanner was sooo delicious! The matcha flavor was very strong and the cream was the perfect level of sweet! Service was super quick on a Sunday afternoon. There's was plenty of seating inside and outside. Parking was a little tricky, as it's the parking garage of the apartment complex and Buffalo Wild Wings under. It's $3.50 for the first hour but they validate parking for the first 30 min!

Honestly, had a great experience here the staff was super quick and friendly. They have a variety of menu items and a lot of seating available which is rare. The only tricky thing is the parking situation since it is downtown. They also offer a ton of high quality milk options. We tried the banana crème matcha and fell in love. It was the perfect sweetness and the banana was not overpowering at all. The cafes ambiance and aesthetic was also top tier and a great place to study at. We didn't try any food here, but we definitely will the next time we come!

actual best matcha place in la!! i feel like most matcha around the area are just super sweet and creamy but archives of us has the perfect nutty/bitter profile. my new go to and recommended place i tell everyone! the space is gorgeous and lots of indoor and outdoor seating. you do have to pay for parking $3 and they validate if you're there longer. def will come back, especially to try their bites (only served until 3:30 pm)

UPDATE: 7/10/2025 Hello! This is my third visit, so I must enjoy it enough to be coming back. During my initial visit, I thought the matcha einspanner was just ok. It might have been because they had barely opened, or maybe someone didn't make it with enough love that day, but today my drink was actually good. And that is why I am here updating my review! What I find different that most places don't have is their option of KOATJI milk -- which I was told is like a combination of oat milk and soy. Can't go wrong with that! That is probably why I like it more now than last time because they didn't have that milk option last time. I got to try their matcha caneles this time. I thought it would be similar to a canoli lol but it is not. It's like a mini muffin. Hard/crispy on the outside and moist (kinda like mochii?? idk) on the inside with matcha powder sprinkled over it. It's good but i'm not sure about $5 good. A good treat for yourself every now and then. As for food, their menu is always rotating their items. I had their wagyu slidders and kimchi fried rice one time. I was worried the kimchi fried rice would be spicy for me, but it wasn't too bad. And this is coming from someone who doesn't eat hot cheetos! Would I get it again? Maybe. I want to try their carbonara udon!! It was not on the menu last time I was there. Yes, I would recommend this place to another matcha lover! Give it a try! Definitely quality matcha. PARKING: 30 minutes free with validation. 1hr for $3.00. Max $18.00. WHERE? I'm not exactly sure where the parking is lol

The place is super cute and has an outside patio to sit at. It's roomy and very neat. The staff are very sweet, and you can tell they make each drink consistently. It's not too overpriced in my opinion, considering a lot of other places offer similarly priced drinks that taste awful. Overall, my total came out to $25 for two drinks and two cannelés. I'd come back for sure! Matcha Einspänner - The cream top was delicious. The best way to describe the drink is smooth. You can taste the matcha, but it's not overbearingly strong or lumpy. The color of the drink is also pretty dark, which makes for very cute photos. I'd come back to drink this again. Banana Cream Matcha - Pretty much identical to the Matcha Einspänner, as expected. It has a banana taste in the cream and drink. Not overpoweringly banana though--it's a nice balance of cream, matcha, and banana. Banana Tiramisu Latte - The coffee flavor outshines the banana, but not bad. My friend ordered this, but after trying it, I can't say I'd order it on my next visit. Still tasty though, if you like coffee and banana. Cannelé - I tried the matcha, chocolate, and caramel almond. The flavors were moderately strong. I think the caramel almond was the best, especially if you love almond flavor. I'd recommend coming here with friends and buying a few to share and try.

The matcha einspanner here was delicious! It had the perfect amount of sweetness and a very strong matcha flavor. However, it was a little small for the price, as they didn't fill up the cup all the way. The sliders were also very good and would def recommend trying; although a little on the heavier side. There was lots of seating outside as well as some tables inside the cafe. The parking was a bit difficult to find at first since it's in an apartment building. You park in the complex parking and take an elevator to the ground floor, then walk to another elevator that takes you up to the cafe. There are a few signs directing customers to the right area. Be sure to ask for validation on parking when you order!

I've tried a lot of matcha in LA and this quickly took the spot for my number one in the city. While it doesn't beat out the best matcha I had out in Kyoto, Japan, it's definitely up there with the quality of matcha they use and could go toe-toe-toe with a lot of the places out there I got the banana cream matcha and it was heavenly. The first sip, with just banana cream, tasted like straight-up banana ice cream. So delicious and an incredible consistency. Even at the bottom of the drink, though, with all of the cream gone, it's will a delicious, not-too-sweet matcha that's not bitter at all. So so impressed with Archives Of Us and I will be back!!

Matcha einspanner - latte itself is not that sweet, it's primarily the foam. matcha is smooth and pretty strong, definitely recommend giving it a good mix bc it's def concentrated at the bottom Banana cream matcha - foam is lightly infused w banana flavor, doesn't taste artificial and is pretty subtle. pretty solid!! Modern and minimalistic decor. Staff friendly and drink came out really quick. Lots of indoor and outside seating and tables, great for studying and chilling. Free parking validation for 30min, route to Buffalo Wild Wings for parking lot.

Service: 5/5 Workers are super friendly and sweet! Drinks come out fast and they're helpful for any questions you have. Food: 5/5 We both got an iced matcha, one with vanilla sweetener and another with agave! If you're a fan of more bitter/earthy matcha flavor, this is the spot for you. My friend and I were both fans + reasonable prices. Ambiance: 5/5 So so pretty in clean with lots of outdoor and indoor seating. They have a nice patio and this cafe definitely gives me vibes of a few I went to when I was in Korea.

The ambience is pretty nice, the elevator that brings you up makes the whole experience feel much cooler. The work spaces are a great add on and there are a good amount of outdoor and indoor seating. Workers are friendly aswell Matcha einspanner: 4/5 matcha taste it's pretty good! It's creamy and not watered down. Canelle: 0/10 hard as a rock and was not enjoyable to eat Wagyu sliders: 6/10 a bit oily. The sliders are just ok

The location of this cafe is great! There is outdoor seating and indoor seating. There is a parking lot that costs $3 for the first hour but they do validations for the first 30 minutes. You take an elevator to the second floor where the cafe is. There are signs so you don't get lost. The cafe itself is really nice! There is plenty of seating. The matcha was very delicious! It's rich and not too sweet. The powder was whisked in well. The cream is also thick and smooth. I enjoyed the caneles the most! It's crispy on the outside and soft and spongy on the inside! The flavor is also great as it isn't too sweet. Perfect place for hanging out or studying.

parking can be a bit tricky here. theres street parking around the block or they have a parking structure that i believe can be validated at the cafe. inside is clean and moody. they have quite a few spots to sit at inside and outside. service is nice and the cashier helped me with any questions i had. i got the hibiscus tea with agave. it was light and refreshing but tasted like cranberry juice. my friend got the matcha einspanner and said that their matcha has a more earthy taste.

Been here a few times and live this place. If you are coming by car it can be a little complicated on how to navigate. Park in the structure that goes underground, they validate for an hour. Go up the elevator that has the archive of us sign. Walk across to the other building and go up another elevator. Their matcha is obviously super good, they also have some food options! Great place to study both indoor and outdoor. Bench seating as well as chairs and community style tables.

This shop reminds me of the cafes straight from seongsu dong Seoul! The vibes were very modern and sleek and there is plenty of space to sit and work if you'd like. The drinks are quite expensive, but it's LA typical prices, I ordered the matcha banana latte and it was super good! Loved how strong the matcha flavor was, I would come back again if I am in town.

I LOVE matcha. I came here from a friend's recommendation and I loved it. There is a parking lot and once you exit the lot an elevator up to the café. There is indoor and outdoor seating so we found a spot right away. There was a bit of a line but not too long of a wait. I ordered the banana cream matcha and it was smooth creamy and the perfect touch of sweetness. The matcha flavor really shines through. I also got an Earl Grey Cannele and it was good but did not outshine the drink. I love the the atmosphere and vibe here and found it the perfect meet up place to catch up with a friend.

My friend wanted to check this place out and ask if I was interest so here I am. Located on the 2nd floor of the building Archives of Us, upon entering the shop, the interior gives off the whole modern clean look and instagramable vibes one would expect. It's a good relaxing place to get work done. Here's some foods we ended up trying out: Banana Cream Matcha: I decided to get this as my friend had it last time and said it was delicious. I opted for the koatji oat milk as I never heard of it before. The flavor profile is a good blend of matcha and banana, the subtle rice profile from the koatji was interesting. It's a good gateway drink for first timers. Next time I come back I would definitely get the more matcha drinks Matcha Einspanner: this is what my friend ended up getting, he didn't go for the koatji and stuck with normal oat milk. I had a small taste and it was pleasant, but not enough for me to get a good read on the matcha used. Wagyu Sliders: It's cool to know they have a rotating monthly menu for appetizer, I would say it's decent to snack on with a small group of friends. I couldn't tell the difference in wagyu meat quality to a normal slider. Though at the end of the day the main appeal of Archive of Us is the matcha items not the sliders. Matcha cake (not on the menu): We went around 11am and my friends asked if they still had cakes left, luckily they did or many people don't know about it yet. The cakes had a good dichotomy of interior moist and exterior crunchy. though divving up the cake among us 3 was a bit hard with the plastic utensils. It was good blend of slightly charred breads + matcha flavoring, not too burnt that you won't appreciate the matcha. Parking: There's a parking lot in the building next door, I had forgotten to ask if Archives of Us did validation. My friends opted for parking in Chinatown and walked 5 mins. I would definitely do that next time if there's no validation.

Tucked on the second floor in what appeared to be an apartment complex, Archives of Us serves up fancy matcha and very expensive matcha powder. I had the banana matcha latte iced with oat milk and it was lovely. Not artificial in the banana flavor and it blended nicely with the matcha. There is a deck outside to hang out on and watch the people go by. The service was quick and my drink was delivered to me shortly after ordering. I did splurge on a $50 something dollar tin of matcha from them which was kind of a mistake. Despite how large the tin was, the ouch inside had the same amount of matcha as smaller tins but it was $20 more. Lesson learned and now I have a cute tin. Will be back for another drink when I'm in LA again. Glad I found this spot!

Archives Of Us (AOS) is one of the newest coffee shops going viral on social media, and you can see why: it's aesthetic, it's clean, and there are einspanner and matcha drinks. I ordered the banana cream matcha with 50% sweetness and oat milk, and it was good. They also have food like wagyu sliders and a spicy miso carbonara. *Parking* Parking in the area sucks. It's basically in between DTLA and Chinatown, so if you don't mind walking, I would park in the metered parking in the Chinatown area and just walk. They also offer 30-minute parking validations. Parking is $3 for the first hour in the underground parking lot. The coffee shop is on the second floor, so you have to take an elevator to get to AOS.

matcha einspanner: definitely a stronger, "grassier" take on matcha for my friend who prefers nuttier profiles. cream top was ok, nothing too special. it wasn't overly grassy to me, though i wouldn't say it's my top spot for matcha. could see why people love it and it's definitely worth a try! banana cream matcha: at first, the banana cream was subtle, and i could taste the grassiness my friend was referring to. after mixing it more & letting it sit, i actually thought the flavors balanced perfectly and was just the right ratio! good matcha and a nice pick me up. additional notes: was not aware of a parking garage that they offer validation for so i parked at a meter but it was only 50¢ and just a few minutes away so it wasn't too bad. i've heard that finding the entrance can be quite tricky but surprisingly, we found it almost immediately! once you get into the elevator, you're taken into their big & beautiful space with pleasant music and plenty of seating (indoors & out). the interior and layout of the space is so aesthetically pleasing and makes for a great study spot. could definitely see me spending quite some time in here if i ever come back!

Probably one of the best matcha spots I've been to in socal! I've been to a handful of popular spots, but AOU had the strongest, most balanced matcha among them all. They were generous with how much matcha they add to each cup, and it wasn't overly sweet. I liked how they add the brand of milk they use on the menu. They also are transparent about where they source their matcha. Since they are located in Chinatown, you will likely need to park somewhere nearby and walk a few minutes. The cafe is somewhat hidden since it's located on a second floor, and you'll need to take the elevator up. When we got inside, we were introduced with a clean, minimalistic interior. There was also an outdoor balcony area for seating. Though it felt busy inside, we were able to find some empty seats on the balcony. Definitely will come back!

The entrance is in a small alley, and the shop is located on the 2nd floor. The space was very spacious and nicely designed. There is also a balcony with outdoor seating, perfect if the music inside feels a bit too loud. They had a wide selection of matcha, and their matcha latte wasn't too sweet but flavorful. I tried earl grey canele but it was pretty standard, similar to what you might find elsewhere. I thought it was kind of pricey for its size. PARKING! There were plenty of affordable street parking nearby. So if you are planning to stay longer than 30 minutes, I recommend parking on the street.

Absolute vibes in here! We went during the heatwave in LA and it felt like an actual blessing to be in here. The workers were super nice & you can tell that they really care about their ambiance and quality! + Matcha Einspannar: 10/10! Delicious! I thoroughly enjoyed the drink & it wasn't too sweet either. The matcha was on the grassy side, but not bitter. The cream added the perfect blend to it and didn't become too heavy after mixing. + White Einspannar: The coffee was dark w/ hints of chocolate. Highly recommend if you enjoy the bitterness of coffee, but want a slight creamy aftertaste. Would visit again, but it's quite far from where I am in LA!

This is located in LA on a top floor of an apartment building I think. The matcha was very delicious and outstanding. Probably one of my top go-to matcha places in LA. I think I ordered the matcha einspanner which is probably the richest matcha I tried. I went on a matcha trip around LA that day and tried 3 different matchas. This is by far the best!! The guy who took our order brought our matchas to our tables. Service was really nice. Tables are abundant and not too crowded on weekdays. Ambience was very modern and future vibes.

The banana cream matcha was 10/10. Their banana cream was creamy and paired well with their matcha. Their matcha was refreshing and not bitter. The aesthetics of their shop is super cute and modern. They are located on the roof. There is tons of tables and seating indoors and outdoors! The line was long but consistently moved. I say we waited 15 minutes for our drinks after ordering. Parking is located in a parking garage -- they validate for 30 minutes I believe!

I finallllllllly got to try this spot today! used to live in this building and moved out right before they opened I was so bummed lol. For parking: the entrance to the lot is on BROADWAY, not spring. It's right below the 101 entrance and there should be a sign that says "Buffalo Wild wings parking" don't go into the CVS lot across the street! They currently don't validate so it's $3 for the first hour. Take the single elevator that allocated for RETAIL for quicker access to the cafe (not the double set of elevators for the leasing office). The space is HUGE I would totally come to wfh here. It's quiet, clean, and has both indoor and outdoor seating. They have allocated work spaces too which is a nice touch! Got there too early to try any food items but the drinks were SOLIDDDD. Ordered the Matcha Latte and the Einspanner White. Matcha was exactly how I like it and the cream top was soooooo bomb. Coffee was bomb too!!! I love how it's not sweet at all so that when you drink it, the cream top is what sweetens it up. I prefer not to mix my drinks up because I like how it mixes as I drink. And another plus is that they sweeten with agave. 10/10 recommend. Drinks didn't feel heavy like some of these can feel. I'll def be back! Ty guys!

After shopping at the DTLA flower mart my husband and I needed coffee. I found this place on Yelp. I can always count on Yelp where ever I'm. We parked on the street but then found out they have parking under the building and it's free for 30 minutes with validation. This coffee shop is located on the second floor, the elevator open right into the shop. Very spacious indoor and outdoor seating. Very chill vibes. The customer service was welcoming and friendly. The person taking our order was very polite and explained a bit about the flavors and the ingredients of their drinks. My husband chose an americano and I got an iced latte with cold foam and let me tell you.... It was delicious. The perfect amount of milk to coffee and that cold foam was done just right. The perfect amount of sweetness, not too sweet like other places. I really enjoyed my cup of coffee so did my husband. I love trying out new places and this one gets saved for future visits when in the area.

Arrived on a Saturday morning with friends, the place was not too busy and we were able to order right away. Interior design gives off industrial minimalism vibes and looks modern. Great place to enjoy a morning drink or catch up with friends. Staff is great and quite knowledgable about the menu and where they source their matcha from. Drinks are brought out to you after they're made. I ordered the matcha einspanner unsweetened with koatji milk, it was delicious and my first time trying this milk. Matcha had bold savory flavor with a vibrant shade of green. They definitely don't skimp on the scale and use quality matcha. No bitterness and the cream was perfect and not too sweet. One of the best matcha einspanners I've tried. Also don't sleep on the caneles! I ordered the matcha canele, it had a soft tender center with crisp caramelized crust. Archive of Us is definitely worth checking out and I would probably be a regular customer if I lived in the area.

Okay, this spot is so pretty! In my opinion, any cafes with outdoor options, unique designs and amazing drinks/food are worth the hype! I've been hearing about this place and I had to try! Parking might be a bit difficult but there is a parking structure in the same building, I don't remember if I paid but I might have. Then, you walk to the entrance and have to take an elevator dedicated only for this cafe and I think that's pretty cool! Their drinks, their Matcha Einspanner is GREAT. I loves the cream foam. It's sweet on its own and you can drink it as is or you can mix it. I would suggest NOT mixing it. I think it tasted better when the flavors were separated but when sipped it becomes just right. They also give you a card that goes with your drink where it gives the origin, and more info about the matcha. The food: I had the marble sandwich and the wagyu sliders. Both were filling and perfect for brunch! Honestly, we couldn't finish the food because it was a good portion. Fresh ingredients, and great flavors. The outdoor seating is so nice, it was gloomy that day but sun would pop out here and there and that made it so much nicer to sit outside. I will definitely come back and get their food and drinks again!

I really enjoyed the ambiance and drinks here! Came on a weekday afternoon and it wasn't too packed. Parking is rough in Chinatown but I parked on the streets a block away and paid for meter parking. The interior is pretty spacious with long tables for doing work and studying at. Their outdoor patio is very spacious with a beautiful outlook of surrounding trees. My friend and I ordered the Matcha Einspanner with koatji milk and the Einspanner White. The koatji milk is a type of oatmilk made with a koji fermented rice blend. The drinks each came with a card to describe the origin and the description of the notes and taste which was really cool! I loved the Matcha Einspanner because it had a rich, umami flavor that blended so well with the slightly sweet cream top that wasn't too heavy and gave the drink the perfect consistency. I could taste the unique flavor of the koatji oatmilk but I enjoyed the taste as it paired well with the matcha! The Einspanner Black is essentially an Americano with a cream top and I liked the espresso flavor which was slightly acidic with some nutty notes and was smooth. Overall I loved the vibes studying here and the drinks were so good! It's on the pricier end ~$8 for the matcha Einspanner with alt milk but it was worth getting to try! I'd say it's comparable to Yeems in terms of their Einspanner but I liked Archives better because of the better matcha quality.