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Specialty Coffee Roaster

Intelligentsia Coffee Los Angeles

Los Angeles, USA  ·  Est. 1995
SPECIALTY SCOUTED Chef Approved
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In Brief

Intelligentsia Coffee Los Angeles is one of the city's most influential specialty coffee brands and a benchmark for quality-focused roasting, Direct Trade sourcing and coffee education.

Quick Facts

BEANS AVAILABLE WIFI LAPTOP FRIENDLY

Amenities

Services & Comfort
CARD PAYMENT COFFEE EQUIPMENT INDOOR SEATING OUTDOOR SEATING RESTROOM RETAIL BEANS TAKEAWAY WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE WIFI
Alternative Milk
OAT SOY ALMOND

Coffee Profile

Roast Profiles
LIGHT ROAST MEDIUM ROAST
Brew Methods
ESPRESSO V60 AEROPRESS CHEMEX COLD BREW BATCH BREW FRENCH PRESS POUR OVER KALITA WAVE
Origin Coffee
BURUNDI COLOMBIA COSTA RICA EL SALVADOR ETHIOPIA GUATEMALA HONDURAS KENYA PANAMA PERU RWANDA
Coffee Origins Focus
ETHIOPIA KENYA COLOMBIA
Bean Varieties
SL28 SL34 BOURBON TYPICA GESHA / GEISHA CATURRA PACAMARA CASTILLO PINK BOURBON ETHIOPIAN HEIRLOOM
Processing
NATURAL (SUN-DRIED) WASHED HONEY ANAEROBIC FERMENTATION EXPERIMENTAL FERMENTATION
Roasting Style Light to Medium specialty roasting with origin transparency
Best For Specialty coffee enthusiasts, remote work, espresso, pour-over, brunch
Shipping USA nationwide shipping

About Intelligentsia Coffee Los Angeles

Intelligentsia Coffee Los Angeles is one of the city's most influential specialty coffee brands and a benchmark for quality-focused roasting, Direct Trade sourcing and coffee education. Originally founded in Chicago in 1995, Intelligentsia helped shape the American third wave coffee movement and today operates some of Los Angeles' most respected cafés, including Silver Lake and Venice.

Visitors can expect carefully sourced seasonal coffees, expertly prepared espresso and filter brewing, and knowledgeable baristas committed to showcasing origin character. Whether you're searching for exceptional pour-over coffee, espresso or freshly roasted beans, Intelligentsia Coffee Los Angeles remains one of Southern California's essential specialty coffee destinations.

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Roastery Details

Coffee Sourcing & Philosophy

Direct Trade sourcing, seasonal coffees, long-term producer partnerships, transparency, quality-driven roasting and education.

Sustainability Highlights

Direct Trade program, long-term producer relationships, transparent pricing, seasonal sourcing, reduced environmental impact through efficient roasting technology.

Awards & Recognition

Multiple Good Food Awards, Coffee Review high scores, Specialty Coffee Association recognition, industry leader in Direct Trade sourcing.

Producer Relationships

Producers associated with Intelligentsia Coffee Los Angeles

DB
Diego Bermudez
AB
Aida Batlle
EB
Elias Benitez
NP
Ninety Plus Coffee
HL
Hacienda La Esmeralda

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Frequently Asked Questions

Intelligentsia Coffee Los Angeles is a specialty coffee roastery and café in Los Angeles, USA. Intelligentsia Coffee Los Angeles, specialising in Espresso, V60, AeroPress, is curated and verified by the Coffee Insurrection editorial team. Part of the specialty coffee community in Los Angeles.

Our Locations

Intelligentsia Coffee Los Angeles
Los Angeles

Intelligentsia Coffee Los Angeles

3010 Pico Blvd, Los Angeles


Intelligentsia Coffee Pasadena Coffeebar
Pasadena

Intelligentsia Coffee Pasadena Coffeebar

55 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105, Usa, Pasadena


Mon-Thu: 7:00am-6:00pm Fri-Sun: 7:00am-7:00pm
Intelligentsia Coffee Hollywood Coffeebar
Los Angeles

Intelligentsia Coffee Hollywood Coffeebar

6401 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, Usa, Los Angeles


Mon-Fri: 7:00am-2:00pm Sat-Sun: 7:00am-3:30pm
Intelligentsia Coffee Venice
Venice Beach

Intelligentsia Coffee Venice

1331 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291, Usa, Venice Beach


Mon-Sun: 6am-7pm
Intelligentsia Coffee Silver Lake Coffeebar
Los Angeles

Intelligentsia Coffee Silver Lake Coffeebar

3922 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90029, USA, Los Angeles


Mon-Thu: 6am-6pm Fri-Sun: 6am-7pm
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