Malaya Coffee and Ice Cream

This coffee shop Recently opened. The set up and the place is super relaxing and has an earthy vibe ,The workers are very welcoming and very attentive Jaydens energy is amazing makes you feel good to want to come back again . The coffee i got is their signature Malaya the flavor is amazing and not too sweet just perfect and smooth it’s not strong if you like stronger coffees I recommend you add and extra shot . The pastry’s are so moist and delicious a must try. I am a person that knows about coffee and working in the coffee industry and knowing so much about it I can say they took their time to Choose a good coffee and I can see they care about what they are providing to the people. I will really recommend to come and try it if you’re looking for a good coffee. I’m glad I came to try it out and I’m definitely going to be a returning customer.

We stopped by Malaya Coffee and Ice Cream to show some support and finally try their Filipino-inspired drinks and pastries plus we were in the area eating sushi. The place has a really chill, welcoming vibe. You can tell it’s made with care and love for the culture. Even though it was busy the service was fast ,we tried one of their specialty coffees (with a twist of ube and pandan , of course) and grabbed some of their freshly baked breads. If you’re into supporting small, community-driven spots that blend tradition with something new, definitely swing by. This place deserves more love.

Knowing Silver Lake, you would appreciate they have their dedicated parking spot, although I had to say most of the time it's fully occupied as they shared it with other establishments. If you skimmed through the menu, you could certainly tell they're bringing Filipino theme into anything they offered. Ensaymada, Ube, Pandan, you named it. The venue was surprisingly cozy. Simple and clean design, smart way in arranging multiple counter seats in different corners, making it accommodative to host quite many people. Nonetheless, coming with big group would still be tricky, unless you wouldn't mind to sit separately. If you're just coming to hang by yourself, I'd say it's wonderful spot to chill and read or even get work done. If you ordered their Ensaymada, they offered multiple flavors, which were basically the toppings. They did re-heat it pre-serving so I bet certainly nice. I didn't get it this time and just went for the drink instead. Seeing most people getting the matcha, I was persuaded to go for the same, but got mine with ube cause I definitely wouldn't wanna miss having ube from a place with Filipino touch. As disclaimer, the ube flavor was basically ube condensed milk, so it might indeed be on sweeter side. Trying my drink, I guessed next time I should go for just the matcha latte to be able to really tasted their matcha. This time the ube flavor kind of overpowered it. Don't get me wrong, it's pretty decent as I did love both condensed milk and ube, just that I wouldn't get to truly taste their matcha on its own (blame this one me LOL). Another one I had on my 'to-try' list would be their Malaya Signature, which sounded like their house version of Spanish Latte to me, with condensed milk, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

I know no ways to mince it in words, but directly to say, you broke my heart. Without further ado let's begin. Malaya (est 07/2025) is a brand new tiny-Philippine inspired cafe in Silver Lake. It's located in a small corner plaza. They serve coffee, matcha, ice cream, and cheese bread ensaymada. Interior design and layout were adorable and spacious, respectively. It's modern and naturally well lit. Also, you will find some Filipino wall decor throughout the cafe. I was in search of a new cafe while driving on Sunset blvd; and much needed coffee refreshment b/c it's a sizzling afternoon. I was warmly greeted by a young Filipina. I perused their quaint modest menu. And decided to get a Cold Brew. Unfortunately, she stated don't have it at the moment and/or not sure when they gonna have it. (Strike no. 1) I was utterly befuddled!! I asked for a cold Latte x whole milk b/c they ran out or don't have half-and-half milk (Strike no. 2). Furthermore, I tried their Queso Ensymada and its quality was subpar (Strike no.3). At that point, she broke my HEART and ended up breaking up with her-coffee shop. :( Sadly, I only had two sips of my latte because it's too sweet for my palate. I left disappointed because I wanted to give my elite yelp blessing to this new coffee shop. The things I liked were service was spot on, free wifi, chill atmosphere and good music. Parking lot is limited, however, plenty of street metered parking. Overall, I had a lackluster experience. I don't see myself coming back for the above reasons. I hope this constructive review helps them improve running their new cafe business. #mahalkita

Ordered the mango matcha and the Malaya special. Both were very tasty, only complaint is that the mango syrup settled to the bottom so I had to really mix it well every time I sipped. I’ll try the ensaymadas next time! They look great in the window! Plenty of seating to do some work or meet with friends or colleagues

The barista was really pretty and nice. The coffee and matcha are great. I love the Filipino twist on everything. And also, they have delicious ensaymadas. Bonus: Their workstation was super clean and the steam wand was being cleaned after every use!!

If I were to find my new comfort spot (especially Filipino inspired drinks and food), this would be it! I love the community, the vibes and the omg dont get me started on the drinks! We got their signature Malaya latte and caramel banana. We also got ube ensaymada and the classic ensaymanda. Would come back!!

New spot in town! And holy hell is it good. I got the iced Tablea Mocha with the cream top and it’s the best coffee I’ve had in a long time not to mention the best matcha ever. Shop is also a total vibe. Next time friends want to grab coffee this will be my suggestion (even with heavyweights 6xs and Gong Gan nearby).

new spot with yummy drinks, a unique menu, AND dog + laptop friendly, i think i just found my new go to!!! i never know what to order and they led me to exactly what i was feeling, and it exceeded my expectations. i will be back again and again and again! pip loved her treat as well!

Stopped by here for my lunch break and I can say I was not disappointed! The manager was such a welcoming guy. The desserts are great and drinks are even better. This is will be my new go to coffee stop.

Malaya Coffee and Ice Cream is one of the newer spots to open up in the Silver Lake area and is a welcome addition to the community! This spot is located in the same plaza as LaSorted's Pizzas where there is a limited amount of parking spots. There is also street parking all around the area as well. Inside, they a modern and cozy interior with Filipino-inspired decor and a good amount of seating. For their menu, they have a nice selection of different matcha, coffee, ice cream, and pastries to choose from. Wifey and I ended up going for the Banana Matcha and a scoop of their Miso Caramel Ice Cream. Overall, we definitely enjoyed our experience and the vibes they got going on here. All of the staff are very friendly and welcoming. Them having both matcha and ice cream is a killer combo! It is always a good day when you get to support an awesome Filipino-owned business!

As a coffee shop, it's aesthetically pleasing. But coffee-wise it's lacking a bit. They're using Sightglass' Ethiopian coffee beans, a coffee bean I'm well versed with. Frankly, it left little to be desired. Ethiopian coffees are quite fruity (usually blueberry in scent and flavor) and acidic. These beans were lukewarm and virtually flavorless and lacked any depth or god forbid body. That's an accomplishment given they're using a connicle burr grinder. Like most LA coffee shops, I would say they're hoping no one actually orders anything plain (or black). As we used to say when I was a professional barista, you can hide your mistakes with milk and sugar. I'll give it to them that they're still new and it will be a while before they're able to get up to speed. When I did this for a living it took me 3 months to get extractions right, and I was working with 7 different types of coffee beans from single origin to blends. Speed is a big thing here given they literally let my ice cream sit on a counter while they waited for the rest of my order to be ready before calling me to pick it up. I was hoping the one sitting on the counter wasn't mine. I would guess their milk and sugar drinks are good, but if you're a coffee drinker who drinks coffee because of flavor and depth, you may want to give this spot a pass until maybe a year or two. Give them time to settle in and get their coffee making in order. They fact they're making it work with ONE coffee grinder is commendable if this was a small coffee cart. But it's a shop with an ambitious menu. As previously stated, I would give them time to settle in. But as an opener, this was lackluster. My Order: Espresso: Bodyless, Flavorless, Sad Pour Over: Okay Zero flavor. At the very least not sour nor bitter. But it was basically water. Cortado: Honestly, just sad. Not even worth reviewing. Ube Coconut Ice Cream: Pretty good. My parents' Orders: Iced Vanilla Latte, Ube Latte, and Buko Pandan Pastry Overall Score: 2.5/5

If you're looking for a place to drink your coffee, read a book or be on your laptop to do some work, this is not the place for you. It's consistently loud. I have been here a good 30minutes and the loud voices that travel from the entrance to the back of the store have not stopped. I'm gonna sound super old right now but the group of customers here is more older teens to younger 20s who just have no care in the world. I think I am feeling a bit proud of them. I have never been that confident to make such loud noises in a public space even when I was that age. Needless to say, i love cafes. But cafes for me should be a cozy and intimate place for me to escape the noise from outside. Ok, coffee. I usually make my own coffee and it's most of the time black. Here, I indulged myself with getting an iced Pandan Latte. $8.xx for a 16oz cup. Oof. To be fair though, the coffee flavor comes through. It's not overly sweet and actually refreshing. Hmm, I do like it. Is it worth $10 (with the tip)? I don't think so. Anyway, cool looking place though. Nice framed words written in Babaylan.

I know no ways to mince it in words, but directly to say, you broke my heart. Without further ado let's begin. Malaya (est 07/2025) is a brand new tiny-Philippine inspired cafe in Silver Lake. It's located in a small corner plaza. They serve coffee, matcha, ice cream, and cheese bread ensaymada. Interior design and layout were adorable and spacious, respectively. It's modern and naturally well lit. Also, you will find some Filipino wall decor throughout the cafe. I was in search of a new cafe while driving on Sunset blvd; and much needed coffee refreshment b/c it's a sizzling afternoon. I was warmly greeted by a young Filipina. I perused their quaint modest menu. And decided to get a Cold Brew. Unfortunately, she stated don't have it at the moment and/or not sure when they gonna have it. (Strike no. 1) I was utterly befuddled!! I asked for a cold Latte x whole milk b/c they ran out or don't have half-and-half milk (Strike no. 2). Furthermore, I tried their Queso Ensymada and its quality was subpar (Strike no.3). At that point, she broke my HEART and ended up breaking up with her-coffee shop. :( Sadly, I only had two sips of my latte because it's too sweet for my palate. I left disappointed because I wanted to give my elite yelp blessing to this new coffee shop. The things I liked were service was spot on, free wifi, chill atmosphere and good music. Parking lot is limited, however, plenty of street metered parking. Overall, I had a lackluster experience. I don't see myself coming back for the above reasons. I hope this constructive review helps them improve running their new cafe business. #mahalkita

Drive from Torrance is around 1hr during noon. We came because we're always stoked about supporting Filipino businesses. The Baybayin on the wall is a nice touch. Good amount of seating. Service was quick but they didn't have a tray so we had to carry 5 individual items to our table Ube latte is good. But the pandan, couldn't reall taste the pandan. Similar to the pandan ensaymada as well. Pandan is on the rise and what a lot don't realize, just like vanilla, pandan's main point is its aroma alongside its taste. The ube ensaymada and other flavors that we got was also a bit lacking, fairly dry. If this was a local coffee shop, we would definitely add this to our rotation of cafes. Overall it was a nice try

We stopped by Malaya Coffee and Ice Cream to show some support and finally try their Filipino-inspired drinks and pastries plus we were in the area eating sushi. The place has a really chill, welcoming vibe. You can tell it's made with care and love for the culture. Even though it was busy the service was fast ,we tried one of their specialty coffees (with a twist of ube and pandan , of course) and grabbed some of their freshly baked breads. If you're into supporting small, community-driven spots that blend tradition with something new, definitely swing by. This place deserves more love.

Reaching the spot, I realized this neighborhood was certainly not new to me. Gong Gan, LaSorted, Picnic, and many more spots I've been visiting and fond of. Knowing Silver Lake, you would appreciate they have their dedicated parking spot, although I had to say most of the time it's fully occupied as they shared it with other establishments. If you skimmed through the menu, you could certainly tell they're bringing Filipino theme into anything they offered. Ensaymada, Ube, Pandan, you named it. The venue was surprisingly cozy. Simple and clean design, smart way in arranging multiple counter seats in different corners, making it accommodative to host quite many people. Nonetheless, coming with big group would still be tricky, unless you wouldn't mind to sit separately. If you're just coming to hang by yourself, I'd say it's wonderful spot to chill and read or even get work done. If you ordered their Ensaymada, they offered multiple flavors, which were basically the toppings. They did re-heat it pre-serving so I bet certainly nice. I didn't get it this time and just went for the drink instead. Seeing most people getting the matcha, I was persuaded to go for the same, but got mine with ube cause I definitely wouldn't wanna miss having ube from a place with Filipino touch. As disclaimer, the ube flavor was basically ube condensed milk, so it might indeed be on sweeter side. Trying my drink, I guessed next time I should go for just the matcha latte to be able to really tasted their matcha. This time the ube flavor kind of overpowered it. Don't get me wrong, it's pretty decent as I did love both condensed milk and ube, just that I wouldn't get to truly taste their matcha on its own (blame this one me LOL). Another one I had on my 'to-try' list would be their Malaya Signature, which sounded like their house version of Spanish Latte to me, with condensed milk, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

Ube Ensaymada was a bit underwhelming but the coffee and matcha did not disappoint! Amazing flavor profiles and levels of sweetness coming from a cafe snob. This is also a great place to study. Super spacious, good ambiance, some outlets, and free parking if you can snag a spot. The only downside side to working here is that it can get a bit loud.

Shoutout to Tiktok for reeling me into one of my new favorite cafes now. This was one of my first stops after flying in from the Philippines and it just brings me back. Immediately, I was enthralled by the Ube Cream Latte ($7.50) , it tastes just as incredible as it sounds. It's hard to find a cafe that can nail Ube flavors and this just might be it for me. I love that cream foam already comes in the drink, makes it more fun and flavorful. I'm excited to try more drinks and their pastries. We went around opening time and they were already flowing with customers. Not too busy but consistent. There's a decent amount of parking and lots of tables to dine & study. I love that the cafe is spacious and has Filipino-inspired decor. There's a water station & restroom inside the establishment. Staff seemed friendly and efficient. Their hours of operation are 9-5pm. I wish they opened earlier so customers can swing by before work, but granted they just opened so we'll see how it goes. I don't doubt that it'll get very busy once it becomes more viral, their drinks are so yummy!

Anything to support my fellow !! This place is super cute, clean aesthetic and vibe. Great flavor (order the matcha!!!) and really sweet staff. What's even better is that there is ample seating AND a parking lot!

Loved the Malaya latte!! sooo good! My co workers loved their matcha! We also appreciate that the drinks are aesthetically pleasing.

Shout outs to Claudia and Anthony! I saw that a new cafe shopped had opened in the neighborhood (took over Moon Juice) and I knew I had to run over here as soon as I could. Love the variety of matcha options :) I was in between the mango matcha and the banana matcha... But you know what happened? I ended up asking sweet Claudia if they could make a combo of strawberry and banana for me in my matcha latte lol. And they did it! And I'm happy to report that it was BOMB. I also asked to get it light sweet, but this concoction was perfect. This may be the hottest new matcha trend. Ask for the "Kim" when you order (half joking... Unless... Lol.) Anyway, see y'all again next weekend and the weekend after that! xo

If you are in the area, definitely check this place out. Very clean and friendly staff, especially Anthony. Tried the Malaya Signature and Ube Crème Latte along with an Ube ensaymada. Malaya is very good if you like a cinnamon taste. It was hard to taste the ube flavor in the latte, but then again I did ask for an extra shot of espresso. I'll have to try it as is next time for sure! As for the ensaymada, I suggest they warm it up for you. I had it when it was chilled and it was delicious, so I can only imagine when it's warmed. Establishment is located in a small plaza with limited parking. It can be tight.

love the unique menu offered here!! i was really excited to try their pandan matcha, as a huge pandan girl. however, i was disappointed that the matcha flavor didn't really come through in the drink. the pandan was yummy, but it did taste like pandan milk T_T

Pandan matcha was ok. Just tasted like sweetened milk. There was some pandan flavor but couldn't taste any matcha.

The service was really kind and helpful, and also pretty quick. I asked for wifi and was just a little shy about it but they were really nice about it. I ordered the pandan matcha and the ube ensaymada. The ensaymada hit! Loved the ube flavor. The pandan matcha.... was not my favorite. I wish it had more matcha in it, and to be honest, the staff seemed like the kind of really nice staff to add some more matcha if I really wanted, I think (don't do that though). I wish the drink was more matcha-y and I could taste the pandan which was sooo good but could've gone for an ounce of a stronger flavor. I'm sorry, but I think that's the only reason I knock this place down a star. I need to come back to try the coffee though! That ube latte looks Soooo good. The cafe layout itself was peeerfeeeect for someone working remotely. Lots of table space, lots of outlets, and surprisingly a lot of sunshine coming in and the place was bright. I'll definitely be back, and recommend that you would check it out too!

Here for another Filipino cafe opening up!! :) They have a lot of unique matchas and lattes - we tried the pandan matcha and caramel banana latte (super smooth). As for their food, their guava ice cream was super fresh and fruity and their buttery ensaymadas were perfect. The cafe itself has a cute and clean aesthetic. Staff was friendly, helpful, and made recommendations. Downside is I had some trouble finding parking. :/

Stopped by this spot and absolutely loved my guava paloma non-dairy ice cream. It was sweet, creamy, and a little tart. Perfect for the summer! My cousin ordered the Ube ice cream and also really enjoyed it. For the road I got an Ube Ensaymada which is made by Ensaymada Project. Loved the ube creme and how light and fluffy the bread was. I can see it pairing perfectly well with one of the coffee or tea choices on the menu. Service was friendly. Interior was simple yet intentional. Love the Baybayin Filipino Wall Art and the island touches to this cafe. I look forward to coming back and trying more off the menu. Highly recommend!

What a great spot! Really impressed with the drinks, aesthetic and overall vibe of this place. We even came back a second day in a row. Great seating to study and do work was a big thing for us. There is plenty of plugs and the tables are big enough to fit your laptop on. You can tell thought was put into the layout of this shop. The staff and owner are super friendly and even remembered us from the day before lol. Parking is easy in the lot or street parking. Overall 10/10! Drinks: Ube latte - perfectly balanced and not over powering, even those who don't like Ube would like this. Mango matcha latte - super refreshing, heavy on the mango. Perfect summer time drink Banana caramel latte - my favorite! Caramel and banana go perfect together and you get a balanced taste of both. Malaya Signature Latte - I'm personally not a big cinnamon fan, but this had just the right amount that was not overpowering. Almost coffee cake like, very yummy!

Finally stopped by Malaya Coffee and I'm so glad I did! The space is super cute and welcoming, and the staff is just as sweet. I tried the vanilla latte with cream top and an ensaymada--both were amazing. I came back the next day for the caramel banana latte and might be obsessed now. Love the Filipino-inspired touches and how they make matcha by hand in front of you. Definitely a new fave. Can't wait to go back :)

This Filipino inspired coffee and ice cream shop is such a gem. I've tried the Pandan Matcha, Ube Crème Latte, Strawberry Matcha, and even the Salted Egg and Ube Ensaymadas. The staff is friendly, the space has a calm and welcoming vibe, and there's even parking available. It is a small lot, but I haven't had any trouble finding a spot during my weekend visits. If I could change one thing, I wish they had longer hours throughout the week so I could stop by more often. Overall, I really love this place and I'm looking forward to coming back to try more.

A Hidden Gem with Matcha Magic & Filipino Heart Came to Malaya during its soft opening, and I'm so glad I did! The moment you walk in, you're greeted with a light, airy atmosphere that feels like a peaceful escape from the city buzz. The space is beautifully designed with calming, inviting vibes--perfect for catching up with a friend or just enjoying a quiet moment to yourself. I'm not a coffee person so I appreciated the creative matcha menu. I tried the pandan and it was amazing! Can't wait to come back for the banana matcha drink next You can tell this is a small business run with a lot of love. The staff is warm and welcoming, a definite family atmosphere. Highly recommend stopping by during their soft opening.

Matcha Pandan 2/5. Couldn't taste the matcha. I could only taste the Pandan. Matcha color wasn't dark. IYKYK Service and ambiance were good.

I was fortunate to stumble upon this gem on their second day of opening. The Filipino flavors/touches were everywhere - in the drinks, ice cream, pastries, and decor. I tried the matcha with mango puree and it was refreshing and delightful. I will definitely come back to try other goodies. P.S. The name "Malaya" means FREE in Filipino. :)

If I were to find my new comfort spot (especially Filipino inspired drinks and food), this would be it! I love the community, the vibes and the omg dont get me started on the drinks! We got their signature Malaya latte and caramel banana. We also got ube ensaymada and the classic ensaymanda. Would come back!!

We tried the caramel banana latte which if you're filipino, it is like turon. It looked sweet but the espresso gave the flavor a good balance. The mango matcha tasted like fresh mangoes. The service was quick and efficient. It's a good spot for coffee dates and studying!

The ambiance, drinks & service were all phenomenal. If I'm out in LA this is a stop I make sure to make. Love this place and love seeing my culture in a hip coffee shop!!

We were excited to try a new coffee spot in our neighborhood but ended up leaving disappointed. The interior is nicely decorated and has a warm, inviting vibe. Unfortunately, the service didn't match the ambiance. Drinks took quite a while to come out, probably because only one person was handling orders while the rest remained in the back. To top it off, we received the completely wrong order. We didn't have time to wait for a remake so we didn't go back inside. There are plenty of other coffee spots nearby that provide a much better experience. It's clear they need to work out the kinks of being new.

tried both the pandan latte and matcha today. although the matcha was quite watery, you could still kinda taste the pandan flavor. def preferred the pandan latte way more though

First time trying Malaya and it won't be my last! The space is well designed and perfect for a quick place to work or meet with friends. There were many options but I decided to go with the Mango Matcha Latte. The mango puree was the perfect sweetness and the matcha was a nice grade. If you're in the area, make sure to check them out!

Guava ice cream with well made matcha. Refreshing place Unclear what the guava is inspired by maybe its there in asia

Pandan matcha was perfect and staff was super sweet despite being really busy !! Will definitely be back

Wanted to give Malaya a try and it did NOT disappoint!!! I got the strawberry matcha and you can really taste the real ceremonial grade matcha So good!! All my coworkers loved their drinks too -- we'll definitely be ordering again soon!!! The staff is so pleasant. 10/10

Great new Filipino inspired and owned coffee shop! Got the pandan matcha and it was really good. The inside is super nice and the staff was very helpful. Definitely a good place to stop by and hang out for a bit.

10/10 Filipino inspired coffee. Finally we get to see it and when it hits we love to see it. Their coffee is great, & their matcha even better. Aesthetics here are clean and to the point great place to chill with the fam, I'll be back!

New Filipino coffee shop! Amazing! Owner is so ridiculously sweet. Service is incredible, drinks are amazing, great welcoming atmosphere! Nutella ensaymada was so delicious! Come try this spot out I promise you won't regret it!

Service was amazing the manager is so nice and welcoming, and their Ube latte is now my favorite. Definitely going back!!!!

Excellent new cafe. Great matcha, vibe and staff. This is also close to some great spots. We enjoyed to work from here!

A modern twist on traditional filipino flavors that leave you feeling more than satisfied. Walking into Malaya I was greeted with kindness and enthusiasm, which made me feel right at home. Ordered the pandan matcha latte and ube crème latte and they were great! You can tell they know what they're doing and are passionate about it. 10/10

The atmosphere and decor of this coffee shop catches your attention right away. You feel right at home. The service and coffee were amazing as well. My wife and I got the Malaya Signature and the Banana Matcha. Would definitely come back!

i love LOVE this new coffee shop and so happy I found it! From the aesthetically pleasing interior to the cute little touches that heavily influence the Filipino culture. Everything I got was delicious but I must say the Pandan Matcha Latte is superior vs. the banana matcha (And I usually love banana matchas). I loved it so much that I went back to back days haha

I got the banana matcha and it is soo amazing! 10/10 recommend! Will be telling all my family and friends to try it!

Got the iced Malaya signature latte and it was incredible!!! will def be coming back!

The strawberry matcha here is so good! The baristas are super friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to make recommendations if you're not sure what to get. 10/10 recommend

Came at opening and got an iced Pandan latte. Service was friendly and welcoming :) The espresso was smooth (not smoky and burnt tasting) and the Pandan flavor added a "vanilla but better" taste and was perfectly sweet but not too sweet. With a parking lot available and plenty of seats, I'll be back to do some work here next time!

Came back to FINALLY try the Malaya Signature and let me tell you, there's a reason it's named after the coffee shop. I think I found my new favorite latte! I stayed to do some work with my sister and her puppy. They were so nice and even offered a pup cup!! I love the relaxing vibe inside and how consistently good the drinks are every time. This is officially my new go to coffee shop in Silver Lake.

Awesome filipino coffee, ice cream, and ensaymada!! Great vibes, will be back again soon!