Bonsai Coffee & Bar

Coffee shop · Sawtelle

Bonsai Coffee & Bar

Coffee shop · Sawtelle

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11573 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025

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Asian-inspired drinks & fusion bites, plus coffee & cocktails  

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11573 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025 Get directions

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11573 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025 Get directions

+1 424 248 0989
bonsaicoffeebar.com
@bonsaicoffeebar

$1–10 · Menu

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LA’s New Restaurant Openings - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"One of our favorite matcha latte spots has started moonlighting as a cocktail bar, too. Bonsai in Sawtelle is now open Thursday through Saturday nights, pouring cocktails like the Moonlit Taro with plum sake and taro syrup, and unsurprisingly, a matcha cream with soju. The food menu features fusion-y dishes like cheeseburger eggrolls served with special sauce, Chinese sausage pizza, and kimchi udon hot pot. We recently visited Bonsai Coffee & Bar and added it to the Bar Hit List." - cathy park

https://www.theinfatuation.com/los-angeles/guides/new-la-restaurants-openings
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The Best Matcha Lattes in Los Angeles - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"Despite its name, Bonsai Coffee Bar is very much a matcha spot. Just peek at the counter, where every drink handed out is green (like a dive bar on St. Patrick’s Day). The cozy space is filled with bonsai trees, warm wood tones, and lots of laptops—most people are here to study and work. The menu has an entire section dedicated to matcha, with options like pistachio matcha, pandan-coconut, mango, strawberry, and a sea salt cream latte. The matcha itself isn’t bitter, but it's strong enough to hold up against all the fun flavors." - cathy park

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Green Sea Shells Mag: Wellness by KK

Google
Stopped by Bonsai Coffee Bar — definitely a college vibe, packed with laptops, math problems, and lots of caffeine. I got the vanilla oat milk espresso latte (surprisingly good!). Someone in our group tried the sweet sea salt cream cold brew — strong, bold, and totally did the job. But then there was that one drink — dark, seaweed-like, and honestly… kind of undrinkable. We gave it a shot but had to leave it behind. Still, a fun little spot if you’re in the area — especially if you don’t mind feeling like the oldest person in the room.

Kaela Gallagher

Google
This is my new favorite matcha spot in the morning and happy hour place in the afternoon! The matcha lattes are incredible, and the matcha martinis are somehow even better. I highly recommend this charm.

Shauna G

Google
I had the pandan coconut matcha latte with cream top, asked for half sweetness and it was perfect! I have a feeling if you dont like things too sweet, ask for half sweet here. The cream top was tasty (I always want more but I'm greedy 😋) the pandan coconut added so much to the matcha flavor. Overall very nice, I'll return. Thanks!

M T

Google
Their coffee is amazing. I love their seasonal black sugar syrup. I will definitely be coming back! Update: this place was soooo good I came back everyday over the course of like 4 days 😩😩😩😩

Laura Stachow

Google
The tiramisu latte was delicious. I liked the foam top. It was pretty busy on Sunday at lunch time, we waited 15 minutes in line. But if you have time the coffee is great!

Arish Vasilyan

Google
Insanely good ceremonial matcha! I ordered the cream top one and it was soo good such a earthy flavor! Also very comfortable space if you want to work from cafe for couple hours!

Mina Delavar

Google
SUCH strong, vibrant matcha and the sea salt cream top was just perfect (not cloyingly sweet). beautiful minimalist and grounding atmosphere, sweetest service, quick despite a long line out the door, plenty of indoor seating, high ceilings so despite the crowd/music you could still hear yourself/ friends chatting.

Samuel Maxwell

Google
My wife and I love this place. We call it our “designer coffee”. My favorite is the Vietnamese coffee with the cream top. So good! Service is great and the drinks are first class. We usually take it to go because we live close by but they have a great vibe and it’s constantly got a full crowd of people doing work or hanging. Better coffee, service, and vibes than either of the places on the same block. Support this small, well run business.
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Cody P.

Yelp
I admit it. I am a sheep that has fallen to the matcha craze - as well as a bit of a cocktail enthusiast. So when I caught wind of a cafe moonlighting as a bar in the evening, I simply had to give it a try. I found myself sitting at the bar on a Thursday night around 6:30pm. I walked right in with no wait - though I've heard different stories about Friday or the weekend.  My server, Abby, was very friendly and hospitable. She made great recommendations and checked in on me regularly. Everyone was quite nice actually and made my solo dining adventure very pleasant. The Creamy Matcha-tini was delicious. The cream top was thick, decadent, and balanced out the stronger spiritful base. It had more of a kick to it than I was expecting for soju.  The food was better than I thought it would be too. The cheeseburger eggroll was good, but I admit, I like the Cheesecake Factory version a little bit better. I think it's the eggroll wrapper. It was more on the flaky pastry side, and I would've liked it a little crispier. I really liked, however, the Chinese Sausage Pizza. All the ingredients worked together surprisingly well. The scallions on top were especially delicious. My only regret was not trying more cocktails during my time there.
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Reeva P.

Yelp
I've been seeing this place on TikTok for months and finally got the chance to see the hype. Just by first glance you can tell their matcha drinks are good quality, and after tasting them I can confirm it is actually good! I loved the mango in my matcha as well as the flavor of the matcha itself in both drinks. However one thing to make note of is there drinks are not very sweet so be sure to ask for more sweetener if you are someone who likes a sweeter rather than savory matcha latte. The interior is wide and spacious with plenty of space to study with friends. But it is fairly busy, even on the weekdays, so don't expect to find seating super easily. The employees are nice and attentive, and the food they offer is pretty good too!
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Chelsea S.

Yelp
Amazing study / work cafe in Venice area. Since this coffee shop is close to UCLA, there were lots of students studying or hanging out. Ample amount of seating areas to do some works but there was no outlets. You have to ask employees for a wifi password. Baristas and cashiers were nice. I got an iced hojicha latte with oat milk ($8 - additional $1 for oat milk). It was nutty and hojicha flavor was pretty strong, so I enjoyed my drink. Good study coffee shop No outlets, Yes wifi Good amount of seatings Solid drinks - matcha and hojicha were good Street parking
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Nancy B.

Yelp
I've only ever had iced lattes from here. It's one of the only coffee shops near by that does cold foam. But honestly I've had this place twice now and both times it's just not all that. It's okay but nothing special. I feel the coffee a bit bitter sometimes. Parking is tough but manageable
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Nicole D.

Yelp
Revisited bonsai and got the bonsai latte (espresso + matcha w oat) for $8.50 and the sausage breakfast biscuit ($6.50). Both are good! I also went to Bonsai bar and it was amazing! Definitely recommend swinging by for their night time offerings. Their matcha martini is the best item on the menu.
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Keylee L.

Yelp
Amazing drinks, super cute vibes, very friendly service. They need a new sound system and an air conditioner. And, although I absolutely loved the matcha tini, I'm not sure I can justify spending $20 for another.
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Ichika G.

Yelp
Came in 3:30pm on a Saturday thinking they are closing so gotta make it quick but there were plenty of people still sipping their coffee and studying so made me feel better. I do not live in the area but the reason that made me come all the way here is because I've seen way too many posts on Reddit how good this cafe is. I specifically came for hojicha but unfortunately it was unavailable so I got the cream top matcha latte which came with a matcha cream too! I think it's a really good concept that they become a bar at night! The inside is so cute too. I bought their coffee bean too and made an espresso at home. It's such a nice taste with less acidity with a nice aroma.
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Kayla U.

Yelp
I went to Bonsai twice in the same day! First for their matcha latte which is SO good. I genuinely think its the best matcha in the area - and their new matcha cream top for a double matcha is fantastic. They are a cute coffee shop by day with laptops out and lots of UCLA students and a more moody bar in the evening for conversation and specialty Asian inspired drinks. Lots of Soju involved. I got their matcha tini and absolutely loved it. There generally is a little bit of a wait for a table but this Friday got sat pretty fast! The food was good! Its nothing super amazing but elevated bar bites but their cocktails are fantastic and I will absolutely be back. Unique and fun. Great ambiance
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Louisa L.

Yelp
Came by around noon on a Saturday, and there was a line that went out the door. Surprisingly, I ended up waiting no more than 15 min to order. I wasn't feeling matcha for once, so I opted for a cream top cold brew. It took another 15 min to get my drink. I'd give my drink a solid 7/10. Sadly would have to say it was not as good as Maru's signature cream top. The space is very aesthetic with all the bonsai trees and other plants. There are plenty of tables and seats, including one large communal table in the middle, which would be perfect for studying or getting work done- though it was pretty loud here on the weekend. I'll have to check this place out on a weekday!
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Joellen C.

Yelp
I wanted to like this spot but their coffee is one of the worst coffees on the westside. Extremely sour, watery coffee with average flavor notes. The taro had an especially bad artificial gritty taste. Fun variety in flavors but the coffee itself is really bad and every time I get lured back I kick myself for not writing a review to remind myself of my past experience. Pros: * free huge parking lot despite it being in sawtelle * fun variety in flavors especially if you don't get the coffee * their baked goods are delicious! Especially their ube brownie caramel corn flake crunch * tons of seating inside the cafe. There used to be some nice wabi sabi lounge couch chairs but they took that away and put some concrete high tops to accommodate more seating and study settings. Cons: * such bad coffee. * staff is super nice except for the one female staff that drew the coffee art. She started off really friendly but was awkwardly pressuring people to follow her IG channel and when they didn't she turned cold. * everytime I've gone whether weekend or weekdays there's a super long line that wraps around the building.
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Jamie C.

Yelp
The cream top matcha was good but pandan coconut flavor wasn't very strong. The pistachio had a slight hand sanitizer aftertaste? We also found the matcha was a bit watery. There was a lot of seating inside and parking garage nearby so maybe would come back to study
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Michelle L.

Yelp
This review is for their bar! Ambiance: 5/5 Lots of seating and it didn't take long for us to get a seat + very cute wooden tables and chairs. I loved the vibe the place gave off (very much friends catching up and just having fun!) Service: 3/5 A little slow but they did seem to be understaffed! The drinks and food came out fast but it was hard to get the check or ask for some things as they seemed overwhelmed. Food: 4/5 I have to say that the matcha and taro drinks were okay. The saving grace of the matcha cocktail was the sea salt cream top! However, the strawberry hi chew and sweet inferno cocktail were amazing!! Tasted like juice and so delicious. The dumplings and soup were also solid + good sharing size. Overall, would probably come back if I'm looking for a chill place to just catch up and gossip with friends!
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Kim T.

Yelp
I'm not the biggest fan of 'syrups' and if you read any of my reviews, I am anti-cream top. This place has all of those things. BUT what I will say is that I LOVE their pandan coconut matcha. I do get it less sweet (1 pump of pandan and half a pump of coconut to ensure the pandan still stands out!) Ugh, it's GOOD. The perfect balance that peaks through and not overly sweet from the way I revised it to be to match my preference. However, I only come here if I want a 'flavored' matcha I want to come back in the evening (I also don't drink alcohol, but just wanna come for vibes) for the matcha martini situation. Well, moreso see my friends get it and possibly take a sip and call it a day. I also loved that they host a book club, post community-related events, etc for their patrons to check out while we wait for our drinks to be made. Parking - street. Give some love to the street parking gods before you head out and best of luck. See yall again soon xo
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Christine C.

Yelp
I ordered the Bonsai Matcha. If you're a matcha lover you might stick with the non specialty matcha drinks. This matcha is more on the coffee side - the guy at the register did mention it too. As a coffee enthusiast I still liked it but I would stick with either just straight matcha or coffee. My friend ordered a regular vanilla latte and it was 10/10. Location has a huge space for anyone looking to work remotely or study with groups (college) Great spot & service.
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Jessica I.

Yelp
My favorite place to get matcha as of late! The matcha flavor is strong and authentic. I tried and enjoyed their hazelnut croissant. LOTS of seating inside, but there is a 2 hr WiFi limit (which I appreciate). They also do matcha making classes here and a book club! I can tell Bonsai wants to be--and is--a community spot for LA. NOTE: there has ALWAYS been a line when I've come, and then maybe 10 min to get your drink. So if you're in a pinch for time, this may not be the place for you.
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Katherine S.

Yelp
Stopped by Bonsai Coffee today and grabbed the strawberry matcha and a blueberry croissant--and wow, the flavors were so thoughtful and well-crafted. The blueberry croissant was absolutely amazing. The pastry itself was flaky and buttery, and the blueberry jam inside was next-level--sweet, bright, and packed with flavor. The strawberry matcha was also super refreshing! I really liked the touch of strawberry jam they added--it gave the drink a fun twist. I do wish the matcha flavor came through a bit stronger, but overall, the balance between the two was delicious. The shop had a great vibe, but it was pretty packed, so I didn't get to sit and enjoy the space as much as I'd hoped. That said, I'll definitely be back--especially to try their matchatini next time!
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Kiki K.

Yelp
my friends and I came on a mission to try (almost) all their drinks. We got the Yuzu Martin, Strawberry Hi-Chew, Sweet Inferno, Moonlit Taro, Viet Coffee-tini, and Creamy Matcha-tini. If you want something sweeter that doesn't taste like alcohol, I recommend the Yuzu Martini, Strawberry Hi-Chew, and Sweet Inferno. If you want something a bit stronger, I recommend the Moonlit Taro, Coffee-tini, and Matcha-tini. Drinks were all delicious but on the weaker side over all since they use soju and sake.
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Nimish M.

Yelp
They do an incredible job of balancing sweetness here and I love their choice of coffee. I've tried the Bonsai, Mango Matcha, Cream Top, and Hojicha and have enjoyed all of them!
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Kat T.

Yelp
Great coffee and matcha spot! Beautiful design and spacious interior! Quite a few people are studying / working on their laptops there during the day. The atmosphere is lively, and not quiet. Drinks were great!! Their Hojicha latte with cream top was delicious! Highly recommend!
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Alique K.

Yelp
If the free and convenient parking doesn't convince you, Bonsai's sea salt cream top should. Every drink I've tried at this cafe has impressed me, and the vibes are perfect for studying and socializing. My usual is their matcha latte with the cream top, but the matcha latte on its own is also incredible. They also have a good rewards system that keeps me coming back!! I got a croissant to split with my friend this time and it wasn't bad but I would not necessarily recommend this place for the baked goods. The drinks however are a 1000/10
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Julie V.

Yelp
Bonsai doubles as a coffee shop by day and a bar by night. It's become a trendy spot lately, so I was curious to check it out. My friends and I visited on a Friday night and waited about 30 minutes to get in. We ordered a variety of drinks, including the Yuzu Martini, Strawberry Hi-Chew, Moonlit Taro, Viet Coffee-Tini, and Creamy Matcha-Tini. The Moonlit Taro and Creamy Matcha-Tini were my favorites. Unfortunately, they were out of their Asian-fusion pizzas. We tried the spicy chicken dumplings, spicy pork & shrimp dumplings, ribeye beef kimchi udon pot, and miso ribeye beef hot pot. The food was okay, nothing particularly memorable, but the cocktails stole the show. The atmosphere is vibey, with dim lighting and good music. It's perfect for a chill night out!
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Courtney W.

Yelp
10/10 drinks!! I ordered their cream top matcha latte which is a matcha latte with a sea salt cream top and it was delicious! I came on a Wednesday around noon and it was busy!! there was a line by the door and almost all the tables were filled with people working or catching up with friends. my friend got their hojicha latte with cream top and she loved it as well. there's a parking lot behind the cafe which is convenient because parking can be difficult to find.
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Misa O.

Yelp
YESSS! I went to the bar and their Vietnamese Coffee-tini was one of the best Espresso Martinis I've ever had and the Creamy Matcha-tini was the best cocktail I've ever had. I've tried other matcha cocktails before but nothing as creamy and delectable as this. I got two and it did start to get heavy and sweet towards the end of the second one but wow. The best way to describe this martini is that it's the alcoholic version of Stagger Coffee's Double Matcha. I will definitely be back to try their other drinks.
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Linds P.

Yelp
my friend and i were seated quickly on a friday night & our server abbey was so sweet! if you love matcha you will love the matcha martini. since it was my birthday i got a free coffee shot which was super nice :) the food here was delicious, we got a salad and veggie dumplings and also a berry cake, which was pretty small for the price but it was still really good. overall a lovely experience & the service was great. i highly recommend this place & we will definitely be back!
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Connor Y.

Yelp
Bonsai is really cool coffee shop located on Santa Monica Blvd. There is tons of seating and really good internet if you need to get work done. The service was great everyone was nice and generous and good overall vibe. I'm not a big coffee person but the tiramisu coffee was good a bit to coffee for me but still a good amount of sweetness. Nice foam good flavor. The chocolate croissant was favorite thing that I had there it was nice buttery and chocolatey enjoyed this a whole lot.
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Acira M.

Yelp
Amazing and dangerous cocktails!!! You can barely taste the alcohol in these drinks. The viet coffee had a strong flavor, the matcha had a higher quality than some matchas i've had at a regular cafe, and the grapefruit one was refreshing. Would love to try the food next time!
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Anna Y.

Yelp
Came here around 9AM on a Tuesday and it was already pretty busy! I ordered the mango matcha latte, which had a beautiful gradient. When mixed together, it was a really fruity and smooth matcha flavor! I certainly like this a lot better than many other watered down or overly sweet matchas I've tried, though at the end I can say it got slightly bitter so if that is not for you, you may want to add a sweetener or something. I would definitely try their other drinks. I didn't have to wait much at all but many of the individual tables were taken. I liked that there was parking in the back, but you should come in early if you want to snag a spot. There was a good amount of seating inside, though the individual tables are a little close together if you have a lot of stuff, have a wheelchair, etc. From what I could tell there were some outlets here and there along the wall. My one complaint is that I was geared up for a long study day but the wifi is only available for 2 hours per purchase. I do think this is reasonable but since the prices are a little high (which is not unusual for specialty drinks in LA), I hopped on over to the library for the rest of my day. Not a biggie.
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Courtlynn C.

Yelp
Went here 3 times in a week because of this matcha cream top. Need to adventure out and try more but their matcha's w/ & w/out cream top are amazing. There is a parking structure with limited parking but have always been lucky. Loads of seating, you just need to enter in your phone number at the register and you get 2 hours of wifi.
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Kristie T.

Yelp
So impressed by this coffee shop! Their drinks are delicious and CONSISTENT which is so rare. Have tried 3 different drinks on the menu (all amazing) but my fave is the sleeper choice: hojicha latte. And everyone who works here is so patient, kind, and friendly!! Lots of clean tables for chatting or studying/working. Super easy parking off of federal (in the garage). Looking forward to trying their HH / evening drinks :)
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Alex M.

Yelp
Loved this cute little cafe and will absolutely be back. I had their matcha latte with a cream top and it was perfectly executed!
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Aminta C.

Yelp
me and my friend decided to check out bonsai because we saw that they had matcha martinis on TikTok (hehe) we went on a saturday night and street parking is available unlimited after 8 PM, fortunately enough we were lucky to get one right by the location. I believe they're doing a soft opening for their after hours bar. Opens 5 till 11 PM and only through Thursdays and Saturdays. d r a n k s : creamy matcha martini (8/10) definitely really good on its own however, I feel like it's not the best to pair with the food that they have so if you're just drinking, this is the perfect option! n o m s : spicy chicken dumplings (9/10) was nice and mild in spice a perfect sharing dish with your friends . chicken yakitori (10/10) I don't know what they seasoned it with, but it was perfectly cooked and tender. corn cheese (8/10) I love the pizza and it was super easy to share for a big group. TDLR: Matcha Martini was such a vibe but the star of the show for this place was definitely the food, the vibes and the people there!
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Sukhmann B.

Yelp
I've tried three different drinks from here. Mango matcha: So refreshing and not too sweet. I can still taste the matcha and the mango isn't too overpowering. Pistachio matcha: This is a must try I've never had anything like it before. It has a nice nutty flavor and it has a strong matcha taste. Double matcha: This is pretty good but I didn't find it too special. It's good for a quick matcha fix
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Kim G.

Yelp
I usually go here during the day as well, their matcha is my go-to spot in Sawtelle! I also love the strong kick their Vietnamese Coffee gives me (as a Viet girlie, it's super appreciated!) I saw that they started a bar at night and had to come to try the matcha martini!! So happy I could actually taste the matcha in that. I would give the martini a 7/10. I also ordered their corn cheese pizza, which is soooo good. I love love love corn cheese and when I saw that they offered it on a pizza, I had to order. The order took a while to come but the servers were extremely attentive and would come by to check-in on me and my friend to make sure that we got our food. They even offered us shots to help with the wait Overall the corn cheese pizza was 10/10, worth the wait. I'd love to come back here again as the vibes were so chill and fun c:
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Amanda T.

Yelp
I love this place. I came here to get some coffee after hearing about it on social media and it did not disappoint. There was a line out the door when I arrived, but it moved pretty quickly. The interior was nice, and there was ample seating. Perfect for studying or hanging out. Bonsai latte (5/5): This was really good. The matcha flavor was strong and it wasn't too sweet, even though there was some sweetener added to the drink. The espresso wasn't too strong either, which I personally like. Hojicha cream top (5/5): This drink was good too. The hojicha was good, and the cream top wasn't too sweet. It was a creamy and earthy drink, highly recommend. I came another time too and got their breakfood burrito. It was so good! The sauce that it came with really knocked it over the top. Definitely recommend trying their food and drinks here.
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Keilab A.

Yelp
I have heard great things about Bonsai and it's claimed to be one of the better matcha shops on the Westside. I came here right around 8:30am on a Sunday and a line was already forming. The place is perfect for getting work done. Plenty of tables to sit at and the inside is very minimal and cozy. I scavenged their menu and part of me wanted to just get their strawberry matcha because that is always a safe fallback, but instead I was intrigued by their pandan coconut matcha latte. When I took my first sip I instantly regretted my decision, but nonetheless it was still good. I just didn't taste much pandan or coconut flavor at all. It was just slightly sweetened matcha. Not mad about it, but I would definitely order their strawberry matcha or the cream top next time.
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Vince L.

Yelp
Came here about 6pm and were seated fairly quickly. It's a bit noisy inside, but that could be due to the concrete walls/ceiling. Tommy (I think he's one of the owners) was super cool. The food was good, the drinks were really good. My only complaint/suggestion....you guys need to get some Asian soup spoons! It didn't feel right eating udon noodles with a standard metal soup spoon.
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Beatrice V.

Yelp
I'm a matcha lover so when I saw that this place had a whole category on their menu for matcha, I knew I had to try it. When I came by, it was a weekend morning around 10am and the line was out the door. The line moved really slowly, not sure why, but once your order, it actually doesn't take long for your drink to come out. I asked for their recommendation between the pistachio matcha latte and the pandan coconut matcha latte. She recommended the pandan coconut so I went with that! I got it iced with almond milk (+$1). It was really nicely balanced and not too sweet at all (I sometimes get drinks half sweet but it's not necessary here). Pretty big space inside too, good for working or meeting up with someone.
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Kimberly G.

Yelp
Rating: (5/5) Drink: an Iced Cream Top Matcha Latte & an Iced Vietnamese Coffee Cream Top So good! The matcha was smooth and earthy without being bitter. The salty cold foam balanced the sweetness and gave it a unique twist kind of like a sweet and salty combo that just works! The place itself was so cute. It had a minimal, concrete-style aesthetic, kind of industrial but still cozy. Perfect spot to chill, study, or catch up with a friend! The staff was super friendly, welcoming, and quick with the order. You could tell they cared about the customer experience!!
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Carlo G.

Yelp
Pleasantly surprised at this coffee/matcha cafe! I got the strawberry cream top matcha because I like creamy drinks and felt like having something fruity. The drink didn't disappoint when it came to the creaminess. The strawberry cream flavor was good and the matcha was milky. Initially, sipping the matcha and mixing it with the cream, I wasn't the biggest fan. It was too milky and the matcha flavor was subtle and bitter. However, the more I drank and mixed, the better the drink got, so it turned out to be pretty good. I would try the other drinks next time. There was a long line when I went, so I recommend ordering ahead through DoorDash. I was able to get my drink in 10-15 min after ordering on the app. However, I wasn't able to connect to the WiFi because a loyalty number was needed.
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Yumi L.

Yelp
Amazing coffee shop that serves ceremonial matcha. They had an Okinawa drinks special so I tried the Matcha latte with Okinawa brown sugar and the combo paired together so well. The matcha powder they use is super high quality. My drink with cream top came to around ~$10 which was a little steep but worth lol.
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Gene C.

Yelp
Everyone talks about the drinks but not nearly enough people are talking about the bar menu at night! The ribeye kimchi udon hotpot is pretty next level for such a casual spot, not to mention the cheeseburger eggrolls. Shoutout to the staff for the great recommendations and service!
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John F.

Yelp
My friend and I like to visit new coffee spots around the Westwood and San Fernando Valley area to study and Bonsai Coffee Bar is my favorite so far. The atmosphere, the workers, and the quality drinks make the overall environment enjoyable to be in. This place was packed on a Sunday morning and there is a lot of space and seating available, so I'm glad my friend and I were able to snag a table. The server who took our order, Antonella, was one of the kindest servers I've encountered at a coffee shop. I ordered the Vietnamese iced coffee and Antonella recommended the cream top on the Vietnamese iced coffee. My friend was having trouble ordering between the different matcha lattes so Antonella helped her out and recommended the strawberry matcha cream top. Now for the drinks: my Vietnamese iced coffee tasted super strong which is just what I needed. There's almost like a hint of cocoa in the drink. I am glad I went with the cream top on top of the drink because it really enhanced the flavor of the drink by adding a bit of creamy saltiness to it. My friend's strawberry matcha was also very top quality; the matcha flavor was strong and the strawberry foam on top added just the right amount of sweetness to it. I don't hand out 5 stars to coffee shops easily, but I give Bonsai Coffee Bar 5 stars and would highly recommend it to anyone in the area! I'll definitely be back to try some of their other drinks!
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Jen W.

Yelp
We came at 8pm on a Friday night and it was packed, some people were waiting outside. The worker told us the bar has opened for 2 weeks. They kindly had an option to order drinks while you wait, or if you didn't want to wait for a seat. We waited 45 minutes and were seated at the shared long table, which was a cozy fun vibe. Matcha-tini was delicious!! The cream top is so yummy. Moonlit taro came with a wilting mint leaf, but the drink was tasty and unique. Thai chicken pizza was a nice snack, the crust was crunchy. There's a free parking garage and we saw 2 spots on the first floor labeled for Bonsai customers. Apparently the next door gym owner accidentally locked the garage entrance/exit + walkway door already when we were trying to leave, but you can take the outside elevator to P1 lol. Otherwise there's also street parking. We will def come back for that matcha-tini, and also need to try the other Asian inspired drinks + food items.
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Celine D.

Yelp
ateez was doing a collab with bonsai coffee bar so me and my friend decided to check it out - there was a line out the door when we arrived around 11:00 am. the parking was quite limited around the area and in the parking structure. - me and my friend both got the collab drink, strawberry masterpiece latte (rate: 4/5), which was also known as their strawberry matcha latte on their regular menu. - it was on the pricey side for a matcha latte. i tasted more of the strawberry puree than the matcha and there was a small aftertaste of the matcha powder that i wasn't a big fan of. - the interior was nice with many tables for seating. it was fairly crowded inside but we were able to find seats at the bar table. the service was decently fast and and the workers were nice, but when i asked them for napkins, they said they didn't have anymore which was...interesting haha. overall, this was a nice cafe to try out for the first time.
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Joy J.

Yelp
OKAYYYY Bonsai stepped up their game this place is a lot less mid than i remember... SO HEAR ME OUT. first time i came here a year ago the pistachio matcha tasted like milk and wasn't sweet at all and i never came back. dude i just went back bc i was searching for an off campus study spot that wasn't an hour bus away just to find no seating and a line out the door by pilates influencers, so i came back. it's literally good what are yall on about stop being haters fr the matcha is GREEN (much greener than a year ago) and i could absolutely taste it. PLUS PERFECT SWEETNESSSSS. This matcha is very good considering other parts of socal are so lacking in it if u dont live in LA or OC, so its definitely good and a creamy high quality matcha. plus the coconut creamy top was DIVINEEE and the worker (girl with short bangs give her all the lovvve) was so sweet to add it on top for me for free after i realized it didnt come with the order. anyways I LOVE DUKE we all love Duke i gave him the fattest tip
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C K.

Yelp
They got rid of free wifi and only allow you to be on wifi for 120 mins and limit to two devices!!! What kind of coffee shop does that!! They are acting like a hotel service. Very disappointing. All my friends and I will not be back until they change the WiFi. I bet they will stop all outlets next. Line is always super long so it's very inconvenient to have to wait for code to get drink before starting to work. Someone please let me know if they change the wifi. In the meantime I will need to hunt for another cafe
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Hayley C.

Yelp
Wanted to try this coffee place out because it was close to a business I was already at. I ordered the strawberry matcha latte with regular milk. The latte itself was really good and the girl who originally helped me at the register was super nice. However, when I was trying to input my number to get points for the order, a guy working there came up and asked if I needed anything, so I said "no I'm just trying put my number in for the points for what I just ordered." Then, he completely exited out the screen before I could put the whole number in and started taking my order. I said "Oh no I meant she already took my order, I was just trying to put my number in to get points from that. But I didn't get to put in my number because the screen went away." He said oh and just walked away...??? I just said that I didn't get to put my number in for the points so that's what I was hoping I could do but I guess not. I thought that was kind of rude so unfortunately I don't think I'll come back here. sad that one person can ruin an experience that was supposed to be nice.
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Hailey K.

Yelp
This cafe is honestly pretty mid. The matcha is a strange light green and kind of clumpy, and the coffee has a pretty odd taste too. It's a cute place to study, but I can never find a place to sit LOL. Also, the last time I went, they had changed their policy to only offer free Wi-Fi for 2 hours or smt, which kind of discouraged me from studying there. I also checked out their bar during one of the opening nights, and that was pretty mid as well LOL. My friends did really enjoy the matcha drink though, so maybe it's just a personal taste thing. oo and parking is definitely a struggle. Their lot is super limited, and street parking is really hard to find. Overall, I probably wouldn't choose to come here again, but it's not the worst place either. Definitely better than Coffee Bean or smt tho
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Kelly K.

Yelp
The coffee was great and the staff was super helpful. Took one star off because it did take a while to get my drink and parking in the area is quite difficult.