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I really enjoyed grabbing matcha and pastries with some friends here. They only have one in their pastry case and luckily it’s one of my favorite pastries of all time: the canale. they are caramelized and crunchy on the outside with a custard texture on the inside. They had a few flavors and we got the matcha and earl gray ones and liked both. for drinks, we got the banana matcha, regular matcha latte, and a matcha latte with the cream top and they were all delicious. Banana and matcha have been having a moment this summer and we were really excited to try it out. Of the three beverages, the banana matcha latte was our favorite. The space is pretty large for a café close to DTLA.

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!

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.

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!

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!

Crowded, trendy cafe with excellent matcha, fair prices, but long ordering time. To get here, follow the signs to the elevator and take it up. If you're coming with at least one other person, it would be best for just one person to stand in line and order while the other/s find a place to sit. Only one person was taking orders and she stepped away to work on orders for a minute or so after handling each customer. It took nearly 15 minutes to finally order. I wish they would install a self-ordering kiosk or have more staff taking orders. The geometric furnishings, muted colors, and varied seating arrangements make it inviting for everybody, from solo customers wanting to get work done to large groups of friends. The patio is mostly covered, so you can sit outside even when it's really sunny. My Matcha Einspanner ($7) was ready about five minutes after ordering. The delicious drink had velvety smooth, lightly-whipped cream and strong, earthy matcha. After looking at their website, it seems like it's more of a design studio that happens to sell food and drinks. They sell clothes, furniture, glasses, and tableware. It's just an interesting cafe to visit.

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!

If you bring your car and use the parking lots, there’s a parking fee of $3, even with validation. There’s a coffee shop on the second floor of the apartment complex, so you’ll have to take two elevators from the parking lot. We tried the matcha einspanner, and if I compare it to my favorite matcha, Community Goods and Camel, this place falls short. The cream was too thick, and the matcha flavor was just average. The employee validated our tickets, but I still had to pay $3. I’m not likely to return. Sorry!

this cafe made me become addicted to hojicha lattes bc i thought it tasted so good, almost like a fancy chocolate milk but not as sweet, more boba milk tea esque. The first time I got the hojicha latte and banana matcha latte, both were good but the hojicha was so unique!! I also really like the vibes there, modern and good place to study but not on the weekends bc it gets really crowded. You can park and get it validated for 30 minutes. But it's not a far walk from Chinatown or union station.

There is an underground parking structure, entrance is on N Broadway. Free validation for the first 30 minutes. When you step foot into this place, it doesn't feel like you're in the heart of DTLA but somewhere bougie and classy. Perfect for a work from café day or a cute coffee/matcha date! Matcha Eispanner -matcha is smooth and shines through the cream top. I chose pistachio milk as my milk option which I didn't know it existed until today. Pistachio paired amazing with the matcha, added just the right amount of nuttiness. Chef's kiss! Banana Tiramisu Cream Latte -coffee was strong and paired well with all flavors. Just a hint of banana not too much and just right. Tiramisu shines through the coffee.

Great drinks and nice ambiance. The employees were very nice as well. We got the banana matcha and hojicha and now my sibling will not stop wanting that hojicha. In between writing this yelp review we actually went back again and got a hojicha latte and ice spice chai hojicha latte (I think hojicha with chai syrup in it?) both also very good. Parking is 30 min with validation and then paid. I didn't park here I walked but I saw a poster that said this. Also I am currently witnessing them do a video of a very good looking dessert. Yumyum yum maybe for next time.

Overall great matcha in such a cool space. Visited this spot on a Saturday noon, and it was pretty busy. Waited about 20 minutes before ordering, and 20 minutes after to receive our drinks. Matcha had great flavor and was the perfect sweetness. Service was quick and short, likely due to how busy it was. There's lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Parking is available in a garage nearby (Parking Company of America). I don't remember the rates, but after a 30 min validation from the cafe, I paid $3.00.

My friends and I came here on a Tuesday afternoon, and we got the banana matcha and regular matcha latte. For the banana matcha, there was a subtle banana flavor in the cream, which I enjoyed. As for the matcha itself for that drink and the matcha latte, I thought it was okay. I found the matcha to be quite grainy, maybe because it wasn't well whisked/mixed properly. A place to try if you haven't been yet, but for how inconvenient the parking is and for subpar matcha, I think there are many places better for matcha in LA.

Came back for their DISCONT'D pop up and tried their exclusive drink! The pop up itself was a bit lowkey and had minimal decoration for the pop up. There was not much clothing being displayed and it was hard to say what could be bought since there was no catalogue or display to showcase all of their pieces. Everyone was extremely nice though and got a cool hat. HOJICHA LATTE (10/10) - roasted nutty but refreshing with a hint of sweetness. So great for a hot day and I recommend this for tea lovers who love a subtle tastes DISCONT'D CREAM TOP (9/10) - charcoal espresso drink was AMAZING! Because I am sensitive to caffeine I got this drink decaffeinated and it was still very delicious. The flavor was extremely strong and it's a bit hard to believe that this drink was fully decaffeinated but the earthy bitter taste was addicting. Unsure if this drink was only for the pop up but hope to see it back in the cafe!! -street parking or 1 hour parking validation -free WiFi -lots of seating for groups, duos, and solos -outlets for working :) -sells both drinks, pastries, and foods

One of the better matcha places I've tried in LA! I would definitely recommend if you're looking to find a good matcha spot to sit, take pictures, or to study. This place is located upstairs in some sort of complex, but it was really easy to find. They offer free parking if you get the parking ticket validated after buying the drinks. I wanted to order the matcha einspanner but they unfortunately ran out of the einspanner cream so I ended up getting the banana cream top and it was so good. The drinks itself were a bit pricey but thats LA, so I feel like its normal since you're there for the experience as well. The customer service was pretty good and they were very helpful with recommendations. Would definitely come back when im in the area!

Very authentic matcha drinks from Japan! This matcha place you have to park in a parking garage and take an elevator up to get to the lobby, cross the building to get into another building to take an elevator up to finally get here. BUT the quality of matcha is worth it and the cafe is beautiful inside and outside seating area. Even though it's a hassle to get here, this is one of the biggest cafes I've been to in LA with a lot of seating inside and a very big open area outside too. They validate for 1 hr free. Or walk here if you can! Would come just for the matcha. Matcha Einspanner (5/5): One of my favorite matcha einspanners with a very earthy, rich matcha that comes through topped with a salty, sweet cream top. The quality of matcha in this was amazing and very deep. I love how they give you matcha cards that state what matcha and from where in Japan they got it from. Love the knowledge they share. Banana Cream Matcha (4/5): Their banana cream matcha here is almost like a banana milk rather than a banana cream mixed in. Tasted like authentic banana and mixed with the earthy matcha it was perfect! I do wish it had more of a deeper banana flavor since it was very light but it worked well still. Topped with a cold cream top that was sweet and great. Wagyu Sliders (3/5): These were very mid, I would skip these unless they make it better with the beef patties being more flavorful and not overcooked. I didn't like their eggs as it was hard boiled eggs cut up instead of a nice, fluffy scrambled egg. It was too much hard textures and dry tasting. The sauce they had was not flavorful either since they put so little of the tangy, orange sauce.

~ Yummy matcha & food! ~ The service is fast here and gives you free 30 min parking validation. Definitely get their matcha latte and wagyu sliders it's so good! I luv how they give you a little card with your drinks. There are a lot of seats outside and some seats inside to do work or chat!

Tried this place for the first time today! We came here on a Sunday afternoon and waited about 10 min in line to order and another 10 min to get our drinks. I tried the banana tiramisu cream top with almond milk and the banana matcha with whole milk. Both were sooo creamy and had a great banana flavor without being overly sweet. There's a lot of seating here both indoors and their outdoor patio, though almost every table was occupied when we were here. I think on the weekdays this would be a great place to get some work or studying done. They validate for the first 30 min in the garage next door then I believe it's $3/hr after that.

Honestly the parking situation here isn't really the best. Also inconvenient? But the residents of this apartment complex is very lucky to have the cafe here. 30 min free parking with validation. So first entering the cafe, it's definitely giving the gentle monster (nudake) cafe. It definitely reminds me of the trips I visited the gentle monster cafe, with the branding, aesthetic, etc. I wouldn't be surprised if they started selling local artisan merch. I do like how the space is very spacious, as well as the patio. Nice spot to do some work in! The employees there were all male, they were all very polite! Of course I went to order the matcha latte. They were quick to make the drink and service was efficient. First sip, the cream top was kinda basic. It just tasted like whipping cream, nothing too much going on, but the matcha itself was actually pretty good. I do appreciate how they only give you 2 ice cubes bc people don't really need half of cup of ice. They give you the REAL ratios! Much respect. Otherwise, it's a nice cafe and great service. I did have better matcha lattes before but it was still pretty good. I prob wouldn't go out of my way for it though.

We arrived on a busy day and there was a long line. Even though it was busy, our drinks came out fairly fast. The place is very aesthetically pleasing and there's also outdoor seating! There's plenty of tables and seats and the place was pretty spacious. Banana Matcha Latte(7/10): The initial taste was underwhelming, but as I let the cream settle into the drink, it tasted better. The banana flavor was very mild, but I expected it since the worker told me beforehand. Matcha Latte(4/10): The drink tasted watered down and I couldn't really taste the matcha. I felt like they rushed making the drinks because there were clumps of matcha powder settling at the bottom of the drink. Wagyu Sliders(6/10): I felt like the burgers were very overwhelming cause the flavors were clashing. It was super creamy, buttery, and very messy. Even though I took one bite from it, I think it was still good. Service(10/10): The worker was very nice and welcoming! They were very thorough and helpful in the decision making process. They even let us sample koatji milk! The milk was very thick and tasted nutty. Overall, I think I'll give it another try if I'm in the area!

Delicious matcha!! Got the banana matcha latte. Was so tempted to get a second one in a row. Service was super fast, the line moves quick. You take an elevator up to the cafe, and inside there's a lot of seating, and outside on the balcony as well. Perfect place to sip on a yummy drink while studying or reading.

We came here around 5:30pm on a weekday. Parking is in underground lot so you have to take an elevator to get to the cafe. We got the banana matcha latte and the matcha einspanner. Matcha einspanner: 9/10 - the matcha was really good, a good balance between sweetness and bitterness. I added whole milk with mine. I wish the cups were larger for the price but I didn't mind it. Banana matcha latte: 9/10 - the banana flavor is very strong with this one so make sure you mix it well before drinking it. Still a good choice!! Service was excellent and the staff brought our drinks to our table in the patio. The vibe and atmosphere felt modern and minimalistic which I loved!

Archives Of Us is another new matcha shop in Los Angeles and the owner directly sources okumidori matcha from Kagoshima, Japan. [Parking]: There's an underground parking garage at 300 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Archives Of Us will validate parking ticket for up to 30 minutes. Additional $3 from 0.5 hour to 1.5 hour. $3.50 per 15-minute increment after the 90-minute mark with a daily maximum of $18. [Atmosphere]: This matcha shop has one of the best 1st date vibe anyone will find in Los Angeles. Interior decor has refined and minimalistic design. There's a rooftop patio and El Pueblo de Los Ángeles Historical Monument is located within the walking distance. [Where is the cafe located]: Take an elevator from the underground parking garage to the 1st floor. Then the go across the building and take another elevator & press the 2nd floor. [Menu]: Their most popular drinks are Matcha Einspanner and Banana Cream Matcha. They also have other signature drinks such as Einspanner Black, Einspanner White, and Dirty Matcha Cream Top. They also offer food menu (subject to change). They sell caneles too. *** Matcha Eispanner ($7): A very enjoyable drink and foam wasn't as sweet as I thought - not bad at all. *** A solid 4.5-star on drink, but bump up on s-tier vibe and convenient parking.

This is my new favorite matcha spot! I had heard about this place from someone who works in DTLA and put this in my bookmarks to finally try. I got the banana cream matcha and I was not disappointed. The matcha was so smooth and had such a rich earthy flavor that any matcha connoisseur would appreciate. The banana cream gave the matcha the perfect sweetness and I also appreciated the detail even in the ice cube they used- 4 perfect cubes. I loved it so much that I went back the next weekend to try the regular matcha eispanner and it was also good but my recommendation is definitely the banana cream matcha.

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!

This place has been on my list since it opened and was excited to try it! Came on a Saturday afternoon around 2:30pm and it was quite crowded. They validate your parking for 30 minutes if you park in the structure. Have to take an elevator to get to this cafe. There was a lot of seating, but not many left with how packed it was. It had minimalistic decor inside with big outdoor seating. Ordered a Hojicha Latte with agave and Matcha Latte with vanilla, both with oat milk. Many people get the Matcha Einspanner, but I tend to lean more towards less creamy matchas. The drinks came out quite fast despite how many people there were. We had high hopes since the colors of the drinks looked promising. Unfortunately, we were disappointed with both. The matcha was watery and tasted of burnt vanilla as if the ratio of matcha:water:milk was off. It was more like a diluted matchacano. Maybe the einspanner would've been better, but the latte should be the standard! I wonder if they had rushed making the drink and that's why it came out quickly. The hojicha's ratio was marginally better, but the hojicha powder itself tasted very burnt than it should. The drinks were also quite pricey for the size you get. Overall, I don't think I would come back because it feels a little more performative and "for the vibe" here and there are many other good matchas out in LA and especially OC, if not better.

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!!!!

First time visiting this place and it was such a great experience. If you're looking for good quality matcha w/ a DTLA experience, this is the place to be. This shop gives off a very chic and minimalistic vibe. Very friendly and respectful staff also! Definitely will come back! We got the Einspanner Matcha (8.9/10), Banan Matcha(8/10), and the Tiramisu Latte(8/10).

Aesthetic cafe with great drinks and food! I loved the clean and metal interior of the cafe. I ordered the Matcha Einspanner and it was delicious! I loved the cream top and the drink itself wasn't too sweet with a good volume of matcha. I actually ended up spilling the matcha, but the staff were really nice and helped me clean up my mess. They even gave me a free Matcha Einspanner replacement which I appreciated! I also got the earl grey canele and that was good too. It had a crispy exterior and a moist interior with good earl grey flavor. For parking, there's a parking garage downstairs. You can validate the parking for 30 minutes from Archives. They also have wifi and outlets which makes it a nice spot for getting work done. Overall, a great experience here and I would love to come back to try the other drinks and food!

Coffee: 5/5 the ice spice off the october menu bc i was intrigued by the chai hojicha mix and it WORKS! very fall cinnamon roasty vibes, would recommend if u like that. Food: 4/5 the sliders are delicious but the miso carbonara was not too flavorful but very heavy, not worth it imo Studying: 3.9/4 outlets and plenty of seating. however dropped rating bc it is packed and loud. just come early as it gets busy around 11-1 Parking: 2.5/5 they validate for the first thirty minutes, then next hour is $3. after that it becomes $3/15 mins

Updating my review cuz AOU just keeps slapping us with the HEATTTTT. Went today and saw they added a dirty matcha cream top to their menu, and of course I had to try. MY GAWDDDD IT IS SO GOOD. The matcha separate is bomb and their coffee is amazing so I knew it would make for a great dirty matcha. This might be my favorite dirty matcha of 2025. Thank you for continuing to bless us with these treats! Oh and they validate parking for 30 minutes now, yasssss.

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.

archives of us is a great cafe spot to hang out at for a chill and modern vibe! it's located on the second floor of a building and has an elevator that takes you straight into the cafe. the cafe itself has both an indoor seating area and outdoor balcony with lots of tables and seats, perfect for hanging out with friends. the interior is modern and clean looking and the staff are all very helpful and nice. the coffee and the matcha all taste very high quality as well! I would definitely bring my friends back for a cute place to hang out and get coffee/matcha

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.

BEST MATCHA EINSPINNER I'VE HAD IN A MINUTE. It's so hard finding a place that serves amazing matcha einspinner and they were an exception! I was recommended this place by a friend who lived nearby and was not disappointed at all. The matcha, of course, was soo good. My only complaint was that the cup was not big enough LOL. They also serve food here as well and it was equally as good as their matcha. Everything came out fairly quickly as well. For parking, you would need to park in the parking structure located under the cafe as it is located within an apartment complex in K-Town. I believe they validate parking, so I would make sure to ask them before leaving as parking can be a bit pricey. The inside was so beautiful and minimalistic. There is a fairly good amount of seating areas, including a balcony patio area. Great place to study at or even to meet up with friends for some good matcha!

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.

So aesthetic here that I just want to sit here all day and do work. There is a parking lot where they can validate (tbd for the amount of time for validation because they're working on it too). The matcha drinks are pretty good too! I tried the matcha einspanner and my friend's regular matcha latte and both were pretty good! Would come back again to chill. They also have a pretty spacious patio area too. Very clean bathrooms. Friendly staff!

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)

Super friendly service ! Lovely interior and a great space to study , they have both an inside and patio . It's a little tricky to find as it's nestled inside a second floor big apartment complex . The matcha einspanner was a favvvv with that salty foam on top that had a bit of a nutty flavor . Will be back to try their sliders!

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!

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.

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!

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.

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)

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.

added to my list of top matchas in socal! and i feel like i can be pretty picky amazing earthy grassy strong matcha flavor. 10/10 for sure. i got the einspanner half sweet which was perfect bc of the additional sweetness coming from the cream top. my siblings were also happy with their matcha tea and latte! had a sip of both and no complaints there was a line when we got in but it went by fairly quickly. we also got our drinks pretty timely as well! the staff is warm and welcoming! they greet everyone who comes thru the elevator entrance! its a very aesthetically pleasing cafe with lots of various seating (ranging from outdoor patio tables to indoor stools, low ottomans, and regular tables and chairs). tons of ppl sitting around either doing work or chatting with company parking underground can get a bit annoying if youre unlucky and cant find a spot. they do offer free validation for 30 min tho! otherwise its $3 for an hour. would definitely come back! :)

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!

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 matcha, nice ambiance, but parking is hard! Street parking around the area is available but you'd have to walk a bit to get to the cafe. Note: Head up the colorful tiled steps and look for the small 'Archives of Us' signage that will point you to their elevator. When I went, their inside space was full so I sat outside--it was a breezy, refreshing space. The cafe is work/study-friendly and is a nice, casual meet-up spot. You can taste that their matcha is well-made and I appreciated the little cards that came with their drinks. I look forward to coming back again to try their other drinks and their food! (+) amazing matcha (+) work/study friendly (+) big seating area (+) friendly service (+) menu includes food! (-) parking is difficult

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!!

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.

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

Probably one of my favorite spots for matcha at the moment! Super premium experience from entry into the space up to the delivery of the drinks, I've enjoyed their more tea forward matcha lattes - they've even got a description card and everything for the full deal! Enjoy your drinks inside or their huge rooftop patio, definitely a great spot to work at. Workers were also pretty insightful and got to try their robust coffee lattes as well, honestly can't go wrong here! They also validate parking for 30 minutes or you can find some street parking down the block.

Beautiful beautiful beautiful place. Loved the unique interior with its slick black industrial design. Also, the drinks were fantastic. I got the Houjicha and it was so well balanced. I also tried a little decaf cortado and it was very good as well! They are partnered with a Korean roaster based in Brooklyn I believe so that was nice to see :) Service was fantastic!