Archives Of Us

A very cool little cafe on the second floor of a somewhat nondescript building. They serve some seriously good premium matcha. I got a latte while I was between Union Station and LAX, waiting for an international flight. The space is vibey, minimalistic, and seems like a decent place to get some remote work done. The staff aren’t pretentious or weird at all (not to stereotype baristas in semi-hidden matcha havens), and are actually very welcoming and helpful! I enjoyed my drink a lot. This is a spot worth hitting up if you’re a coffee or matcha lover. (They also have some sort of rotating food menu if you’re interested!)

Sweet spot indeed! Saw this on instagram recommended spots & had to take the time on my day off to come check this place out via running 4.8 miles!!! Best excuse ever lol You’re welcomed by entering an elevator that shoots you up to the second floor then you’re immediately in the shop. It’s jazzed out by a very cool studio set to the right playing vinyl music and very modern furniture setting. Theres also patio seating outside that I could see a popular area during warmer weather. I ordered their matcha drink and it tasted very authentic! The only sweetened to the drink was the cream on top! Excellent taste! There’s a 30 min parking validation if you parked at the garage which is super nice given that it’s next to Chinatown and it’s hard to find parking during weekend visits!

It is easy to miss this spot because there is very little signage downstairs and it is in the second floor. Once you get up there, as the elevator opens, you’ll know you’re in the right place. Cozy, warm ambiance, full of people (like a lot, we didn’t know it is a popular spot). Price range is Starbucks but the quality and craftsmanship of each drink is superb! We enjoyed all the drinks we ordered, particularly the Banana coffee one, can not forget how good it tasted!

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.

⛾ orange mint matcha (seasonal)、matcha einspanner、matcha canale、wagyu slider aesthetics were on point🙂‍↕️ the drinks itself were not as impressive as i was hoping. though the orange mint matcha was interesting, it was a bit sweet, and the einspanner cream texture was a bit off. wagyu burger didn’t seem too special, but we did enjoy the canale! another con would be the expensive parking :( i do love the vibes for a yapping or working sesh tho

Archives of us was so niche and definitely pandering to the LA name. There’s two elevators to get to the establishment(if u park at the parking garage) as it’s on the second floor. The drinks were delicious (matcha einspanner 9, ice spice 8.5). The matcha einspanner was a 9 as the ratio feels 50%cold foam 50% matcha. The drinks are made to order and the staff were so friendly. I’d definitely recommend to come and try the shot!

I ordered the Madagascar vanilla latte, hot. I picked the Onhwa Blend coffee which is a medium roast and oat milk.10/10 boldness, flavor smooth coffee. So good. Play chill music, not too loud. Can’t wait to come back and try the food. Tip: Park inside the underground parking lot and take your stub with you to get it validated at the shop.

Ordered the matcha and hojicha lattes. Great flavor and color for both of them. Very customizable with choice of milk and sweetener. Cafe also has a very aesthetic and modern atmosphere. Offers free parking validation for up to 30 minutes.

This coffee shop feels like a secret club...like if you know, you know. There's no glaring signage, you have to take a few steps up from the street, there's a fold-out signage, and then an elevator. Then the elevator opens up to the location, and the times that we've been it's always been full and bustling...so like, these people know. And now that you're there...so do you. Yah...we're in the club slash secret organization. Okay, now that I've dramatized that...it IS a location that you have to intentionally seek out. It's effortlessly trendy. The workers are professional. And the drinks are seriously solid. They are known for their Matcha Einspanner, so definitely try it because it is great. I have also tried the White Einspanner (I'm a coffee girl) and I highly recommend this one as well--the sweet cream foam perfectly balances the latte coffee. There is a good amount of seating on the inside and additional seating on their outside patio...but it still manages to be crowded and hard to find a spot sometimes. Super great DTLA coffee shop. Support Small Business!

Actually perfect. I, admittedly, am not a coffee fan. This place has changed my mind. The Banana Tiramisu Cream Latte, with no exaggeration whatsoever (well, maybe a little bit), has changed my life for the better. The service, AMAZING. The drinks, AMAZING. The food, AMAZING. This place is just AMAZING. (how many more times can I say amazing, am i right?) I wish I lived closer so I could get it every day. Negatives: The place is small and always busy so if you're here with a group, it might be a challenge to secure a table! :)

I came in with medium expectations because a lot of my friends said the matcha was just alright, and I am frequently disappointed by LA matchas. HOWEVER, the matcha and (almost unexpectedly) coffee both blew it out of the park. The matcha was very, very strong and flavorful and I loved how umami it was. It reminded me of Kettl's latte especially in pairing with the pistachio milk. I get all of my matchas unsweetened, including this one. The black einspanner was very smooth and not acidic. The cream top on both tasted like vanilla ice cream! The food was overhyped for me; I felt that the sliders were yummy but a little oily and one-dimensional in flavor. They do a great job of using the same few ingredients (beef, bacon, and eggs) and creating multiple different dishes, but it's not very vegetarian friendly. There's plenty of studying and some outlets for studying!

Interesting location - two different elevators are required to get to the rooftop coffee shop at the entrance to Chinatown. The spacious cafe was full of people on a Sunday late afternoon, especially at the outdoor patio. Quite a few specialty lattes (available cold or hot) including matchas. Loved my Banana Tiramisu Iced Latte and their canelle. The curated Korean-leaning menu of savory dishes looked interesting enough to want to come back. Service was great- they come and call out your order name even out in the patio. They validate for 30min then it's $3 for first hour at the underground parking garage (follow signs for Buffalo Wild Wings parking).

Another coffee shop that exceeded my expectations. The star of the show were the WAGYU EGG SLIDERS $17 (not photographed because i got too excited). At first it was hard to find the cafe because it was located in between apartment buildings, and is in the second floor. A ton of reviews mentioned parking in the apartment building basements. The cafe itself was so chic and artistic. A ton of seating indoor and outdoor. The staff seemed kind, they would bring out your order to your table. The coffees were strong, i think i'm used to sweetened drinks but once you mix the foam and base, it balances it out to a smooth creamy banana beverage. I really recommend the BANANA TIRAMISU CREAM LATTE $7 if you like a creamy balanced coffee. We can't wait to go again!

I went to check out this café because I saw that it was getting really popular on social media and I really liked the aesthetic of the place. Finding this café was interesting because you need to take an elevator to get there. I actually really liked that because the elevator was nice, unique, and it felt like you were going to speakeasy. Upon entering the store, it was really roomy with ample seating indoors and outside. There was a bit of a wait to order, but the line went by pretty quickly, probably around 15 minutes. I got their Matcha tin, which allowed me to get a free drink. I got their dirty Matcha with cream top. The drink itself was a three out of five. I couldn't really taste the Matcha because I felt like the coffee was overpowering and overall, I just didn't like the taste the cream top added a bit of sweetness to the drink, but otherwise I found it to be quite bitter. I'm glad that I was able to get this drink for free because I don't think I would order it again. However I do hear great things about their regular Matcha lattes so I'm definitely open to trying that next time. Overall, I really do like the aesthetic of this café. It's a great place to work or to hang out. It was really lively, clean and the staff was really nice. I'm not sure if there's parking nearby since I parked in Chinatown area and walked around 10 minutes to get here. As for their Matcha, I do enjoy it. It is a bit earthy and grassy and I love the tin that it comes in.

As far as matchas go in LA, I'd say this is a top 10 but not top 5 matcha. I wish this place had longer than 30min validated parking because the ambiance is nice inside and would be a cool place to hang/study. The matcha einspanner had a respectable amount of matcha and was not too sweet. However, for the price, it's an insanely small cup with a lot of ice. I don't know if I would frequent this place if I have to also pay for parking.

This is my favorite matcha in LA. Strong matcha profile without the oat milk overpowering it. The staff is generous with the amount of grams in each cup. There's free wifi available to do work inside and outside. There's 30 minute parking with a validation underground. I found street parking a few blocks around Chinatown.

Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind; And therefore is wing'd Cupid painted blind. Let's begin this new coffee adventure. ARCHIVES OF US is a modern and spacious coffee shop nestled between apartment buildings in Spring Street-DTLA. Its minimalist furniture showroom design and layout makes you feel like you're not in a cafe. Moreover, they have an outdoor balcony overlooking the Olivera plaza. As for drink menu, they have a very modest coffee and tea list as well as pastries in a very minimalist way. It was my first time here and I ordered a hot Madagascar Vanilla Latte ($6). I liked it's medium roast and flavor. Also, I had a Dark Canelé which was ok; I had better more authentic, I can tell you that. Staff were cordial, assiduous and professional. Service was above and beyond. Prices were exquisite. Portion was tiny. Validates parking. Atmosphere was lively and relaxing. Overall, I had a good experience and enjoyed my minimalist latte.

My. New. Favorite. Cafe. Period. Finally I found (by recommendation from a friend) that offers well-curated coffee and matcha lattes, open late (until 8pm), has multiple and accessible power outlets, and comfortable seating! (Can you hear the words "comfortable seating" echoing in your head?!) Even though you still have to pay for parking (they do validate for the first 30 minutes if you park in the underground parking) you can't beat the views from the patio space. As a museum lover, you've just got to appreciate the cafe title - Archives of US! (Move over San Diego's Museum of Us) and, yes, your order becomes that very "archive" with your drink of chose coupled with a label card and served on a scientific-like metal tray. Are you the specimen? (Yes, I just went meta on you). As long as you can find the right elevator, press the 2nd floor and you're there. Cheers!

Public parking is available at the lot with 30 mins of validation, will have to pay if line is long. You take an elevator upstairs to the actual cafe. On a Sunday morning, there was no line and plenty of seating. Matcha einspanner was nutty in the best way, perfect blend of milk and matcha. The aesthetic is very minimal and modern here

Food/Drink - 4/5 - I ordered the banana cream matcha and it was quite small but very tasty. The matcha quality was great and the cream top was perfect. I felt the banana flavor wasn't too powerful but just enough for the fragrant notes to compliment the matcha. There is food served here but I have not had the chance to try. Price - $$ - $7 for drink, it is quite pricey considering how small the cup is for that price point. This is definitely a treat yourself spot. Service - 5/5 - The servers are quick and very patient to answer our questions. The line moves quickly and they had our drinks out in no time. Ambiance - 5/5 - The cafe is decorated well and has a "gentle monster" type of vibe. Location - 2/5 - Parking is confusing as the place is upstairs but shares a parking structure with the apartment homes as well as other establishments in the lower plaza area. You go up 2 elevators in order to get to the cafe. ____________________ **Note: Location rating does not affect yelp review, this is just for informative purposes of other patrons only.

This place deals in what feels like higher end coffee/ coffee beverages and imported matcha. The space itself has what I would describe as a minimalist / new-age space. It's located on the second floor of a residential complex (I think...) in the DTLA area on the outskirts of Chinatown. There was a sign pointing where to go and I personally went through the elevator to get to the shop (I didn't look around if there was a stairway entrance) Being here, I felt like I was visiting an art installation or I was an extra in a show on Apple+ or something. The folks here are friendly and helpful. I came in wanting to try one of their matcha beverages I've been hearing about - the Matcha Einspanner (organic matcha, milk base, and cold cream top - served cold). It was delicious. I can see why lots of folks love the matcha here. And it seems that they prepare matcha really well (I'm a bit of a newbie when it comes to matcha, so I probably wouldn't be the best judge). There's other beverages that look really good on menu that I would love to come back and try. The space seems like a place where people probably do work during the week or if they lived in this complex. For me I was just grabbing a beverage and had to be somewhere so I only experienced it for a few minutes. I found street parking about a block away, but I see that there is a parking structure with 30 min validation.

One of our top matcha spots in LA! We haven't ever had to wait in line because we usually show up around time of opening which is super nice. Matcha latte (5/5): super strong and rich. choice of agave or vanilla as the sweetener. Matcha einspanner (4/5): not the best cream top we've had, but great consistency. Matcha tiramisu (3.5/5): couldn't really tell what we were eating because everything was covered with the matcha cream. however, the cake was on the drier side. the bottom most layer was the most saturated with matcha, so it was our favorite part. love the interior of the cafe. each drink comes with a small card that talks about the matcha which I appreciate. they sell their own matcha powder as well!

Service was super friendly and informative! We had a few questions about the menu and the man at the counter was so patient in answering our questions. Ordered the vanilla latte and husband ordered a hot matcha tea (matcha + water). My latte was excellent, not too sweet and had great vanilla taste. Something to note is that cups are smaller than you'd typically see at a coffee shop and they add a good amount of ice so the amount of drink is less than other stores. Husband's matcha was strong, tasted like quality matcha but we had to dilute it a bit (I know right) but grateful for the amount of matcha they gave! They definitely did not skimp. Parking is free in the structure for 30 min w/ validation.

Came here on a rainy morning and instantly loved the vibe. The place has that modern minimalist + industrial look that's super popular with cafes right now. Located right at the border of Chinatown and DTLA, and they've got an underground garage with free 30-min validation My husband had the Matcha Einspanner while I went for the Banana Tiramisu Cream Latte. Honestly couldn't decide which one was better as both were excellent. Not too sweet, the cream wasn't overpowering, and each had a perfect balance between the strong base (matcha/espresso) and the creamy topping. Prices lean on the higher side but still pretty standard for the area. We also tried the Wagyu Sliders. Four small sliders on Hawaiian rolls, decent for sharing but nothing to write home about. I added an Earl Grey Canelé which had a nice crisp exterior with a soft, fluffy center. Pretty good overall. Service was servicing! The staff were super friendly, and I loved that they were walking around offering cups of water. Overall, a chill spot with good drinks, great service, and relaxing vibes. Would definitely come back to hang out again.

The matcha was good but not amazing. For the price we paid I was expecting it to be like the old Memory Look as I was told this was the old owner before it changed. The cups are pretty small and it is kind of hard to find this place. The matcha was strong though just wish it was more special.

Beautiful clean, modern/trendy space. Parking in the garage with 30 min validation. Can be a bit of a mission to find the first time, but look for signs and take the elevator up! Nice place to study or hangout with plenty of indoor/outdoor seating. Surprisingly pretty quiet and relaxing atmosphere with how busy it can get. The matcha einspanner and banana cream matcha are sooooo good. Lightly sweet and balanced! Even their food menu is fire. Wagyu sliders are 10/10. Earned its spot as one of my favorite matcha options in LA!

Hojicha is good, I like that I can taste the tea. The cream top is yummy, it def adds sweetner to it tho. Next time I might do without cream top as it changes the aftertaste. 7.9/10 would love it stronger. Matcha was ok, wasn't strong enough for my personal taste 7.5/10 Parked across the street in the lot, validation for 30m so we were 5m over. Kinda hard to find at first cause it's actually across the street from 555 and next to the paw/dog store Wasn't bad but I wouldn't go out of my way for it. Cute outdoor patio area And cute small modern like cafe vibes

Finally made it to Archive of Us. Location. Hard to find. Parking is available in basement of the apartments. They validate also. Up one elevator to another. But once you get there. Shop is beautiful. Nice patio. Decor is super nice. Now the drinks Matcha einspanner was good not my fav but really good. Great matcha flavor. I did want it a tad sweeter. Overall very top tier matcha drink Banana matcha. The best banana one I ever had. The cream is just right on point. So so good. Balanced. Don't taste artificial. Get this With all the hassle of getting here. And finding this spot. I'll definitely be back

Giving this place high rating for the five star patio view. Rare to have a coffeeshop with open views in Chinatown/Downtown area to RELAX. Very bus accessible as I arrived here via bus and foot while waiting for bus home. Decided to see what I could find around here. The coffee shop located next to credit union, tucked in a walkway leading to Olvera Street area. Highly recommend for the ambiance outside.

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.

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.

First time here and its close to Chinatown off the 101N freeway. Its easily missed so drive slowly for the garage entrance. Upon arriving to the 2nd floor, the cafe is well decorated, very modern and chic, and super clean. Staffs were so nice and friendly. The cafe also has an outdoor patio which was super relaxing and chill. It was definitely a beautiful day to be out. The drinks were amazing!! The amount of matcha used for the drinks was superb! When you see the color of matcha in the drinks, you already know it is going to taste good! This cafe is definitely worth the visit and to revisit.

This was my third time coming to Archives Of Us. My first experience was smooth. My second experience wasn't too positive (I probably would've given a 2.5 or 3 out of 5 because I was served a regular matcha with regular milk instead of the banana matcha with oat milk that I ordered). This third visit was amazing and the staff went above and beyond. I ordered the banana matcha with oat milk and an earl grey cannelle. Both were delicious. They were brought out to me on the patio and I was given the WiFi password. My parking was also validated. The parking is underground and a bit hard to find. I stayed about an hour. They validate for 30 minutes I believe. It was $3 when I left. I decided to order some food to go. I ordered the bulgogi with noodles and the matcha tiramisu. I've seen the tiramisu on instagram before. I didn't realize it was meant to be eaten there. The nice cashiers boxed it up with 3 separate containers for me and even wrote instructions so I could have it how it was meant to be plated when I got home. It was above and beyond. Also the matcha tiramisu was the best I've ever had. There was a bit of salt in it that created the perfect balance. The bulgogi noodles were also delicious. The bulgogi was a little fatty for my liking but the sauce and the noodles were perfect. The place is pretty regularly busy but they have good music and a very nice patio to work on. I will be back and a regular loyal customer. Thank you so much to the two guys and girl who helped me out!

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.

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.

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!

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

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.

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.

~ 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!

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!

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!

The place is hidden since it's in like an apartment complex with its own elevator. I really like the aesthetic with the outside seating on the balcony. Price is pretty reasonable for the size of it. Was a bit skeptical about the matcha lemonade but surprisingly it was very refreshing and it would be something I get again. Highly recommend

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!

Parking underground with 30 mins free with validation. Great drinks, highly recommend the dirty matcha. Drinks are not too sweet and the espresso has a great flavor. Danelle was amazing we ordered a second one. Would come again!!

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 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!

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.

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.

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 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!

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.