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Balconi Coffee Company
(Now Closed)Coffee Shop$$$$
West Los Angeles, Los Angeles
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Phillip WoodOctober 16, 2014Siphon coffee is the house speciality, which is served with a little cookie. Ask plenty of questions and you'll get plenty of answers -- this place is great for a student of coffee's finer points.
Derek FromsonJuly 4, 2012Terrific coffee house tucked away on Olympic/Sawtelle. Almond Latte is a great choice, as are any of their drip coffees. If you have a few minutes, sit at the coffee bar rather than ordering to go.
Naz F. GérdabiAugust 5, 2016I prefer cute little coffee shops over a starbucks run..so I was really excited to discover this hidden gem in my neighborhood. Love their tea bags..so unique & delicious! they are open so late
E OncSeptember 23, 2015Love their mint mojito and chai drinks! Great drip coffee too, my personal favorite is dancing water!
Will SchollOctober 28, 2017Cold brew is deliciously bright and not too acidic. The space is cozy and artsy, a stark contrast to the Starbucks across the street.
Whitney MAugust 24, 2014The ice Coffee with cream and the latte are perfect. . amazing service!!! the owner is always there serving. Everyone working there seems to love what they do.
The cold brew here is one of the most authentic and bold you will find in this city. And their care and craft in preparing the coffee is unpretentious and welcoming.
Thirsty JamesJune 9, 2014No wifi - can you believe it? It's like it's all about the coffee and something called 'conversation' - I don't know, I had a Green Tea Latte
Ballio ChanAugust 8, 2014Siphons and espresso drinks are great. They carry Verve and Four Barrel beans. Owner Ray is really nice, skilled and helpful.
Pedro Seguel VarasJuly 31, 2018Interesting syphon coffee options. Friendly staff and nice products. No WiFi!
Beth WookilOctober 7, 2014Every time I fly into LA I have coffee at Balconi. Like family they know my likes and dislikes and keep it a happy place. Zoe White Mocha Raspberry
Several Verve and Four Barrel coffees on the menu on any given day. Wish they opened before 10 on Sundays.
Bryan ChangApril 25, 2012Try the siffom coffee - one of best coffees you could experience in LA. Bonus points for using Square. (unfortunately, no Wi-fi available)
DanielNovember 28, 2015Cozy refuge to enjoy coffee, surrounded by the craziness of Olympic, Sawtelle and highways. Five stars
Look at the art in the walls, always something interesting! Their Green Tea Latte is pretty good.
David HeiserJuly 12, 2016No wifi, but the coffee is good. If you need to get online while you caffeinate, go a block up Sawtelle to Coffee Tomo.
Mark MartinetMarch 16, 2013The Almond essence latte is like an Amaretto infused latte. Hints of sweetness and delicious coffee.
Ask if there is anything off menu... You will be pleasantly surprised!
Amazing coffee. Oat milk 🥛 almond essence iced latte is exceptional. Must try!
Nicole StarkMay 14, 2012Almond essence latte- one of the best coffee drinks I've ever had, and the barista was awesome.
HelenApril 1, 2014They only have whole, soy or half and half but you don't need any of that for their cold brew.
The almond latte is amazing. Plus, they serve Verve coffee!- AshleyAugust 10, 2011Try the Siphon-brewed coffee! Or if you're feeling like espresso, a soy almond essence latte. Perfection.
Maggie KDecember 14, 2012Get the almond latte but ask them to make it extra hot. It cools off v quickly
ᴡ HikidaApril 6, 2013Good siphon coffee selection; drink your coffee black to get an understanding of notes and taste.
Luc JacobsOctober 28, 2014I tried the cappuccino and the almond essence latte. Pretty unforgettable!
Lili KoponenOctober 13, 2011Chat with the workers a bit. You will learn about the proccess and about the coffee you are about to consume. Delicious knowledge. Read more
Catherine F.September 17, 2011Shared outside bathroom's a complicated experience. Come with friend to watch your things or take care of business first!
David WhitfiekdDecember 2, 2011Just had the almond latte. If you are a coffee lover then this drink is a must.
Ben RApril 24, 2013Siphon coffee is for real. Wish places like this were on the Westside when I lived in LA.
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Balconi Coffee Company
11301 W Olympic Blvd #124 (at Sawtelle Blvd)
Los Angeles, CA 90064
United States
Los Angeles, CA 90064
United States
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 7:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
(310) 906-0267
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Visa & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
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- 9.1
"The coffee is great! Cappuccino w/ almond milk and house made vanilla syrup... yum:). And their breakfast is simply delicious. Small menu of excellency - breakfast sandwich is one of the best in LA."
Jen Kuhn - 9.2
"Great coffee, great service! My favorite coffee shop in the quarter."
Michael Downer - 9.0
"Mint mojito iced coffee with soy milk. Or with rose and hazelnut"
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