How's It Going To End?

Finally figured out why I kept seeing so many people hanging out in front of the dry cleaners: it’s a coffee shop with cool midcentury vibes. Love they kept the Googie architecture, and the light sculpture in the bathroom. The hot chocolate was more warm than hot. The ham and cheese croissant was excellent. And the patio is dog friendly!

Nice coffee shop with a relaxed vibe, tasty baked goods, and a pleasant outdoor seating area. The batch brew was very flavorful, they have a nice selection of beans (including La Cabra, an excellent roaster from Denmark), and plenty of space. Being right next to a busy road is a little unfortunate, but I still enjoyed sitting outside in the sun.

My experience was very bad. Service was extremely slow to the point they were probably ignoring me. Which was absurd because they greeted me right when I walked in! Why do that when you’re gonna ignore me anyway? ended up waiting there just looking at them while the employees talked and none of them approached the register. Coffee was just okay. The ham and cheese croissant was good but a little stale even though I was there early. It’s overpriced for what you get. There’s a minimal aesthetic but it might be TOO minimal because there was no trash bin, utensils, or napkins, which didn’t come with my order so it’s kind of essential to have these things out if you’re not gonna provide them! Like they had fully stocked merch shelves but you can’t even throw away your empty cup?

I dont drink coffee but friends of mine do so I go here with them. The Ham and cheese and regular croissants are very good. The iced tea is also good but $6 for a tiny cup with no refill? I will never order it again!

Not sure what the haters are smoking, but I’d be in trouble if I lived near by How’s It Going to End. Cortado 10/10. Decor is minimalistic and the vibes are high. Cute place to catch up with a friend, enjoy a cup solo or work on your laptop. The garden / outdoor sitting area gives major zen. Wish more spots like this existed in LA.

Lovely, beautiful coffee shop. Good regular latte. The prices are a little high for certain things ($8 for a flavored latte/matcha latte). Really cool exterior and interior, service was great. I showed up at 3:30 and they gave me a couple baked goods so that they wouldn’t go to waste. It looked they did the same with 3 people who were also there until close. Looks like they could add way more interior seating options (might have only been two tables inside) and better workspaces, but if you’re alone and not staying long - highly recommend!

In response to some of these reviews: this place is not overpriced. A latte at Starbucks is just as much. LOL. But here, the coffee is GREAT, featuring high quality roasters like Heart, and La Cabra. The cafe is a repurposed midcentury dry cleaner. The minimalist decor, including a giant boulder for a table, sets the stage for enjoying top-notch coffee in a serene environment. Their espresso drinks and cream tops are great, and the native landscaped patio is rad. A true gem in Montrose for those seeking quality coffee and a peaceful space.

This place is awesome! Ambiance is amazing. It is clean, modern, comfortable, and who doesn't love a big pumpkin! The coffee was delicious and packs a punch. If you are around Montrose, you MUST stop in! Staff is super friendly!

This (presumably) based off the Truman Show coffee shop stands as a wink iykyk spot in Montrose disguised with its cleaners exterior. There is limited attached parking in their back lot but free street parking on the side street its attached to. My dad and I came by on a weekday morning and this was decently packed. There is both indoor and outdoor seating and the interior of How's It Going To End? though it isn't much. Service was polite and quick. Matcha latte (iced) 3.5/5, this wasn't bad for a matcha latte and while it did have a decent strength to it, I just felt like something was missing? I think I would order this with some sort of sweetener for me to enjoy it more in the future Cinnamon Morning Roll 3/5, this was just okay and mainly because there was an unexpected orange citrus flavor that overpowered the cinnamon throughout the pastry

Cool landscaping, yummy coffee, and a vibey bathroom that I like to have quick dance parties in by myself. (Also, the staff is really sweet!)

How's It Going to End is a fun coffee shop located in a former dry cleaning shop with an open and retro concept and desert landscaped patio! We stopped by on a Sunday morning and could tell it was a popular neighborhood spot. There was a short line but it moved quickly. There's some seating available but is limited. This is a nice spot to relax and chat but not really ideal for working. There is a very small parking lot on site but there's street parking available. Love the fun lighting in the bathroom too! I tried the iced matcha latte which I really enjoyed - just the perfect sweetness and not too sweet, and felt really refreshing on a warm day. Matcha quality was not bad too. Their iced vanilla latte was solid as well. Would also recommend the raspberry fairy pastry which is a crispy and fresh croissant with a sweet and tart raspberry filling - soo delicious! Downside is their drinks are a bit on the pricey and slightly smaller side.

Ordered a hojicha cappuccino when I went with my boyfriend. Honestly wasnt sure what i was expecting but it was basically a very small hojicha latte. For the price, I feel like i deserved double the amount. Friendly staff and drink came out fast. Pastries looked good too but i cant speak as to taste. There were some outlets here to plug in your devices, but it's a bit criminal in 2026 to not have wifi. There's both indoor and outdoor seating. Outdoor would have been so nice if i didnt go during the heat wave. The indoor seating gets warm. Not sure if they dont have ac but the sliding doors were wide open. Theres a small parking lot in the back and street parking is free, just watch out for signs.

Beautiful re-use of a retro dry cleaning business, this coffee house is a nice addition to the Montrose coffee scene. Landscaped with native plants, it's a great place to have a coffee and relax. I also love that they saved the old signs! The coffee itself is just okay, tbh; the cinnamon roll I ordered was hard as a rock (but they said the day's pastries hadn't arrived yet.) On my second visit, the chai was actually delicous and highly recommended. The prices are not cheap, although inflationary pressures may be partly to blame. Free parking in the lot, as well as street parking.

The ambiance here is unmatched in the area. You get a laid back oasis with a view of the foothills that is particularly beautiful on a misty morning. Their matcha latte is delightful and their cream top is a treat I often stop for in the later morning. It's especially enjoyable when you are able to get it in a glass to stay. Great spot to meet up with friends or conduct a brief business meeting. And the staff is friendly and quick.

How's it Going to End? Apparently with me wondering why I could barely taste coffee in my cream top. Discovered this spot through The Nudge and was charmed by the whole dry cleaners turned coffee shop vibe. How adorbs! Came by after my daughter's swim class with the husband. I got the cream top, he got the mocha with cream top, and neither of us could taste the coffee. For $8 a cup, I expected espresso, not glorified milk and chocolate. The pastries were solid. Our toddler loved the ham and cheese croissant, and the biscuit with jam was fine. Nothing mind blowing, just.. fine. Everything came in to-go cups and bags without asking, even though we planned to stay. There's plenty of seating, but it lowkey felt like they didn't want us to use it. Kind of a bummer to see other folks get their stuff in nice glasses and plates. Cute concept. Mid follow-through. Probably won't be back.

Saw this REALLY nice Facebook post of places to check out in the La Canada/Montrose area. I love checking out neat looking places that serve coffee. I've driven by this place hundreds of times and I always thought it was an actual Regal dry cleaning place! Who would have known that all this time, it was an actual coffee joint. Free parking lot, but also plenty of free street parking. Once inside, I was surprised how small it was. Very neat and clean with a few products to buy besides a limited drink menu which was very pricy. I love a good matcha with foam which cost $8.00!! It was good, but not good enough to pay $8.00!! That was one expensive Mothers Day Matcha!! Service was fine. A few seats inside and outside to sit. Would I come back? Nah... been there done that...

Coffee is good, the cinnamon breakfast roll is crazy good! Something of a cross between a cinnamon roll and a kouign Amman. Very sweet. Very flaky. Love it! The location away from the street and the outdoor seating make it the best place to hand out in all of Montrose/La Canada/La Crescenta. Now if only more "regular" people went there and fewer "hipsters" (if those even exist in Montrose).

The coffee was outstanding. Love the old dry cleaners building - it makes it a bit more difficult to find the first time, but it works. I wish there was a bit more parking as getting in and out can get sticky if there are multiple cars. But the coffee was great, we liked the way everything was served, and my husband especially enjoyed his espresso.

Cute coffee shop in a repurposed dry cleaning location. Coffee was pretty good, nice landscaping and open walls that make the shop feel like an enlarged patio. Good place to sip and chat, or do some quick journaling. But not good for extended laptopping due to minimal seating and a tiny parking lot (limited street parking on Park Place). Bathroom has A LOT of tiles. Will stop by from time to time.

Our local gem! Great drinks and pastries. Such a wonderful little outdoor nature space to relax. You will miss this place if you don't know about it, it really is hidden away. I'll tell you how it's gona end... with a matcha and cinnamon roll!

Very unique setting outdoors excellent coffee great service love our local business to support. Many idles to choose from baked goods. Very modern cool setting inside and of course outside it's beautiful place old dry cleaner, regal dry cleaner, but they kept everything the same except the inside must try.

A curious name for a coffee & tea spot located inside what was cleaners but is now a hip spot. Spacious and open concept, the coffee matches the standard of the aesthetics. Elegant and sophisticated, the latte was smooth. If it wasn't for the price point I'd visit more regularly, but I'll reserve this for meeting spots. So ... how's this going to end? I'll be back :)

Food - 4/5 Coffee was solid. I got a cookie but can't remember what it was, but solid. Service - 4/5 Nothing super special about the service. The staff is nice. Ambience - 4/5 Definitely a viral spot that I can see people flocking to for its open space vibe. Just a heads up for anyone looking to do work here they don't have WiFi. Limited lot parking and street parking.

Very cute spot. Great ambiance and decor. The staff is very friendly. The latte was average but their iced matcha was great! Overall cute coffee date spot

Good Coffee, chill atmosphere with lots of outdoor sitting. Close to Descanso Gardens!

Their chai mix is delicious and made in-house! I usually get it dirty, but the barista advised against it. He explained that the ginger-forward chai mix would not pair well with the bright espresso flavor. I took his advice and enjoyed my iced chai latte! The drink customization culture has gotten out of hand, and food establishments are cautious about directing customers to enjoy their products. I appreciated the heads up! The place's ambiance is spacious and airy. There is a lot of natural lighting and outdoor seating. There is a parking lot and street parking. They are also dog-friendly!

Awesome location. I like the vibes. They have different types of matcha which is cool. I wish they could warm up the pastries.

Loved the retro desert vibe of this coffee shop. I ordered a vanilla latte and it was pretty average. Kind of overpriced at $8 for a vanilla latte. In case you're planning on doing some work here that requires internet, they do not offer WiFi and there is pretty limited seating.

The cup came promptly and the taste was consistent, leaning toward a plain profile. The body was light, making it easy to sip without much character. The aroma was soft and faded quickly. Overall, acceptable but forgettable.

COOL MID CENTURY MODERN VIBE ============================= This place is a mile and a half from my house and I can't believe it has taken me so long to visit. A couple local friends and I love to meet up in local spots and one of my friends recommended this place. I love all the big rocks and landscaping. My matcha latte was a bit pricey, but the space makes up for it. You really have to hover near the order window because they'll put your drink there without calling your name or anything. I'd recommend getting your customer's name and calling them. My matcha latte wasn't hot and I think I grabbed it right away.

The pasteries are heavenly! I really like this quaint addition to Montrose. Staff was very friendly. The coffee, however, left more to be desired. Perhaps they should consider switching up their beans.

A little slice of Joshua Tree in the middle of Glendale. Coffee was mediocre at best but the interior of the coffeeshop was very cute and very picturesque. Honestly I was pretty disappointed in their coffee...it's been a while since I thought to myself "I should have just made coffee at home." Oh well~

What was great: Friendly staff, beautiful drought tolerant and native habitat, outdoor area to sit, open layout indoors, water and stainless steel cups, and delicious coffee served in glassware. Appreciate the intentionality throughout. Food: I just wished for a dash of salt added on the biscuit, it had great flavor yet was missing salt for my taste! I did appreciate a vegan option but didn't see any gf options available when I went. Wifi: Something important to know is that there is no wifi at location.

Dropped by to check this place out on a Friday morning, the shop itself was super cute and well decorated. There were some seating options indoors and outdoors. There's a parking lot and we had no problem street parking right out front. The workers were friendly and helpful also Prices for drinks felt pretty standard for LA, I thought the iced vanilla latte was fine, I usually prefer a richer vanilla, whereas this one was a bit too light for my taste. The peanut cookie and the cappuccino were great though Hope to drop by again soon!

I WHOLEHEARTEDLY recommend. It was so good that I called my friend on the way home and told her that this is her next coffee stop! The place was so cute. Loved that it was retro dry cleaner on the outside, with a modern landscape, and a modern inside. People definitely enjoying their coffee inside and outside. I appreciated seeing a customer sip her coffee and read her book in a little corner outside. I ordered my drink: a vanilla latte. It came out in a timely and swift manner. And it is THE BEST ESPRESSO based drink I've ever tasted! The espresso was so smooth. The vanilla was not overly sweet and it didn't overpower the espresso. I could drink that all day. Definitely a must!

This place was just a hype and was not worth it at all, as far as coffee quality and price. First off the beans and coffee is not high quality and leaves a bad after taste. The oat milk they used made me feel like I was drinking sour milk the entire time. Definitely NOT worth $13 for a small iced coffee. There is no real seating, feels like the owner cheaped out on making it cozy. Feels like a "grab and go" place, not inviting at all, and staff has poor customer service skills, they don't greet customers or even smile!!! Over all forgettable place, that's how it ended for me

This place is such a vibe. Highly recommend for a hangout with plenty of indoor / outdoor space. It does not have public wifi, so be warned if you work from cafes.

Super cute spot with a desert themed design. The seating is a bit sparse with a few stools and tables inside, and stone benches outside. I got an iced matcha latte for $8. Definitely on the higher price end considering it didn't have a cream top or any added flavors or alternate milks. Their ice cubes are also giant and took up 80% of the cup. The matcha was good quality though. I would come back to try their chai or vanilla lattes.

Ya so delicious the rich and yet, not-bitter matcha latte, with foamed perfection and sweet latte art- provides the only reason I need to return; yet this breezy, airy spot gives so much more than that. The cookies I tried were both perfect: a peanut butter and a chocolate rye. Try them both, but good luck choosing your favorite of the two! I instantly loved all the staff behind the counter, good people work here. :) A former Regal cleaners with mid-century modern angled roof and celestory windows has been transformed, with an open-air wall of windows and sliding glass doors, slid wide open in these foothills' frequently pleasant weather. The sliding glass door wall opens to a pebble-grounded xeriscape yard with reclaimed large logs of tree trunks for seating. Interior boasts a long counter for the employees' work stations, sheltered by a tasteful breeze block and light wood wall, featuring two window-like openings through which to interact and then proceed for your drink pickup. Flow here is well designed and ready for crowds if necessary, including a beautiful pinkish soft stone in the walking area, counter height, to assist in customer flow, and a couple tables and counters facing in different directions for laptop use (which it seems, is not discouraged here). The calming effect of clear and roomy architecture, gentle breeze from the hills, calming gentle music, and acoustics-dampening wood accents are all what you might hope for in a cafe. The one public restroom includes a changing table and new floor-to-ceiling one inch tiles and a charming built-in light accent. There are a humble number of parking spaces in the lot, including a great handicapped space, and you can find a plenitude of parking up Park drive if you need. Enjoy!

Everyone knows the interior here is super cute and trendy--definitely Instagram-worthy. But let's talk about the actual drinks. I've been to most of the well-known coffee spots in LA, and honestly, the coffee here was way too sour. I get that some people like that bright, acidic flavor, but this wasn't balanced at all. It just tasted off--like, too sour, even compared to other places known for that kind of roast. I also tried the chai latte recently, and wow... if you're not into super strong, spicy flavors, skip it. I asked for it to be made less spicy, and they did half the chai mix, but it was still overwhelming. I couldn't even finish it. And the prices? Kinda wild. I know LA coffee shops are pricey these days, but $9 for a small latte? That's more than self-roasting and trendy coffee shops (like Stumptown, Intelligentsia, Unincorporated, Blue Bottle, Jones, Maru, 6xS, etc..) Feels like you're mostly paying for the vibe and interior design. Bottom line: If you're just looking for a pretty place to snap a photo, it's worth checking out. But if you're after good coffee, there are better (and more reasonably priced) spots in town.

Gave this coffee 3 chances... the worst coffee shop I've been to. And I go try out many coffee shops. How does a coffee shop not have Almond milk, half and half, heavy cream, honey, or maple syrup??? Not to mention the workers having no personality. They don't care that I am a paying customer. I wonder if the owner cares... Bad service! Bad coffee! I will definitely not return and pass the word around. Wish they would sell the business to someone that cares about customers!

cute spot with good creamtop matcha, my go to for a quick drink! their pastries are also really good!

Awesome coffee shop! The pastries are perfect and ambience is great. It's very kid friendly with fun little places to sit outside.

This place is exactly how I want Montrose to become. I predict it'll set a trend as a business model for new businesses in Montrose. It is genius to revamp an already existing place to preserve the historic points of the structure yet juxtapose it with a new concept. I ordered a "Cortado" and plopped right down onto the first stool I found available. I'm enjoying the music, the sound of people typing on their laptops, and side conversations about the minuscule beauties of life! The parking lot is on the smaller end, but always has at least one spot available, but you are always able to find parking surrounding the coffee shop as well!

I short: HIGTE serves up excellent espresso drinks brewed using quality beans in a charming atmosphere by friendly staff. My go-to is an oat milk cap that I think is the best in town. On a cool sunny day their outdoor courtyard, reminiscent of mid-century Palm Springs, is a uniquely lovely setting to enjoy your treat. There's no place quite like it and I love that the locals support it and keep it going. If you live in the area or are passing through and craving some quality crafted coffee, look no further, you found it!

Oof the prices. Be ready to dish out at least $15 for a latte and a croissant. #inflation? There isn't actually much service to tip on. The space is unique but for a large space there isn't anywhere to sit and it's so indoor/outdoor that I was freezing. I asked for a dirty chai and was told that's not something they could do. Found that to be very odd since they had chai on their menu and espresso...anyways I'm too poor for this place.

Saw a tiktok video on this place and thought it would be cool to go check it out. Inside design is very minimalistic and not much of a sitting area. Menu is limited and so are the pastry selections. It was fine for me because I normally get a latte or just coffee. I liked how they used coffee beans that are not acidic and floral. Cool to check out if you live in the area. Parking is tricky.

If you're not a woman or someone who presents as a hipster, this place might not be right for you. There were some " please take your drink and leave" vibes when I walked in and interacted with the cashiers. I caught eyes that scanned me up and down immediately when I walked in. I stuck around to observe and see if I was wrong about my experience. They were very friendly and smiling at other customers and other coworkers. Very different when interacting with me. I'm aware of my presence and go out to my way to be polite. Didn't seem to matter here.

Overpriced and doesn't taste yummy. Also hard to find bc there's no sign. A matcha with cream top was $9.50 and it didn't taste good. The matcha is good quality tho. They use huge ice cubes so ur getting less than what's given in the smallest cup possible. Scenery is super cute.

I loved this place!! Great ambience, loved the selection of beans and the matcha was fantastic! Hoping the reviews increase because I was impressed!

I've been wanting to check out this place based on the vibes alone. It looks like a cafe straight out of palm springs with its mid century open design. There is no sign (just look for the old Regal Cleaners sign) and I kept forgetting the name of the cafe because it's a phrase - "How's It Going to End" - which is interesting, but I can never remember it so it's hard to tell people about it. The decor is really meditative, from the outside to the inside. The bathroom is fun, more on the pop side. Look up at the ceiling to see yourself. I haven't tried their coffees yet but I had the iced matcha latte with alt milk and it came out $9 and with tip it was over $10. The size of the matcha latte was on the smaller side. I'd probably come here if I was meeting with a friend and we were spending some time catching up. I don't know if it's the kind of cafe you can make into your daily cafe visit unless you're rich af.

After reading a few of the reviews I don't feel too bad. It was my first time, ordered an iced v latte w cream top. I couldn't hear the orders being called out so at one point I kinda leaned in when the barista called out an order. The barista abruptly says " did u order the extra double shot iced latte?" Obv I didn't. If I'm paying $9.50 for my drink, i most def know what my drink is...I thought that was a very thoughtless and weird comment. I work in the industry. I would never say that to my customers. As if I don't know what an extra double shot latte is. And so what, I have customers who grab hot drinks when they ordered iced... I literally just came closer to hear what he was saying I wasn't gonna grab the drink. It was just a weird energy in there, as if I wasn't allowed in there? Very off feeling, felt judgy. Cream top was good but coffee tasted watered down.

This coffee shop is an experience like no other. As you pull up, you'll spot a "Regal Laundry" sign and wonder, "Is this a coffee shop or a dry cleaner?" But it's far more than that, it's an oasis. The spacious courtyard garden, covered in gravel, is perfect for letting kids and pets roam while you sip your coffee. The shop's open design blurs the lines between indoor and outdoor, creating an inviting vibe. Now, let's talk coffee. My friend had a cortado that was so good and I went with the matcha. As a bit of a matcha snob, I can confidently say this one was excellent. Michelle, the kind owner, told me it's actually ceremonial grade. That means it's premium matcha and it absolutely shows. The coffee with the cream top was also fantastic. I was so excited to find that they stock my favorite beans too! So...how's it going to end? You'll just have to find out yourself...

Confused about the good reviews to be honest. Im a content creator for various coffee shops in LA and after talking to the cashier I told myself they don't even deserve me posting about them. My friend and I walked in and the cashier just stared at us with no hello or anything while we had a smile on our faces. He then said are u ready??? With attitude. I asked a few questions about which coffee is popular and what's sweet or not and another girl cashier came in with even more attitude. They respond to you like you're annoying them. I asked for a sweetish coffee, what I got was sour and disgusting. We had to throw it away and go to get coffee from somewhere else. In general, I can tell when someone's judging you and being carelessly rude, and that was the staff.

so sad to write this review but it's in hopes that they work the kinks out and get back to making awesome coffee. I love the location and thankful that they exist. That being said the coffee has been going down hill for a while now. I recently got a cortado with oat milk and it was undrinkable. The milk tasted horribly sour, and the drink itself was barely lukewarm. It was such a disappointment as it was not busy so not sure why it was prepared so haphazardly. I hope that they are able to set up their coffee preparation, the teas have been great recently.

This place is super cute and aesthetic. From the outside they still have the regal laundry sign out so you wouldn't really know what it is until you see the crowds of people lingering outside. We came on a morning after a walk on Montrose. It was super clean, pretty inside, with many people sitting for conversations or studying inside. The workers were very kind and helpful! They have all the regular drinks, americanos to lattes to matcha. I didn't see any food in the menu, but I might have missed it. The prices of the drinks were ridiculous for the sizing. The latte was 8 dollars for a smaller than a Starbucks tall cup. The americano in the same size was 4 dollars. The latte was good, but I don't think 8 dollars worth. Overall I think this is a cute, trendy, overpriced coffee shop in the area. It's nice to have a few choices now besides Starbucks and coffee bean, but with the price point it will not be my go-to.

If someone asked for a coffee shop in the area that is a good representation of the LA coffee scene, I would definitely point them to this coffee shop! The exterior/interior design choices definitely remind me of Community Goods with a Montrose twist. The open layout allows for pockets of space for small groups to have conversations while enjoying their drinks. I ended up getting the vanilla latte, and I was surprised by how good the quality of the vanilla/vanilla bean was! I don't think many coffee shops have a drink like this one, so get it if you're looking for a standard drink with a little twist. The espresso was also pretty solid - I liked that it was pretty smooth and not too acidic. The latte was pretty pricey for what you get, but it's a nice treat every so often. I got the ham and cheese croissant, but I wish it had been warmed up a little as the cheese was pretty hard to bite into (if crunchy cheese is your cup of tea, this is perfect). Overall, a really good spot and I will be back!