Paper or Plastik Cafe - Los Angeles, California

Jeff M.

Kind of felt like San Francisco, been there for years, has huge warehouse space with heavy wood beams and iron everywhere. Food is good, variety of ages coming and going and from the mezzanine you might see professional dancers practicing their art.
Oddly enough the cafe doesn’t allow laptops, maybe they don’t want people camping for hours ordering 1 coffee. 🤷🏻

Sarah P.

It was our first time at Paper or Plastik Cafe and it was a lovely find!! It sits on a relatively quiet corner with ample indoor & outdoor seating. Place your order inside at the counter and find yourself a table, the friendly staff will bring your food out to you. We had a mimosa bucket, French toast, croissant sandwich and salad. Everything was fresh and tasty! You can’t beat a $20 mimosa bucket!! Inside has a lovely cafe vibe with an upstairs area with additional seating. I’ll definitely be back for a coffee while I work!

Nicco R.

Wow! What a true gem. I came for a Jazzo class in the back (free, btw) and after a couple hours of slow movement, I got to spend the peaceful mind time I had cultivated in this wonderfully barn-like cafe in the middle of LA. What a nice reprieve. It felt like I was in silver lake. A rare combination of insanely good and authentic cappuccinos and nourishing, well designed salads that compliment the vibe of Williamsburg NY. My new favorite cafe in LA. Add that it's focused on conversation in most spots, with a perch for remote work and the owner Yasha dotes on friends and customers it's just everything you want to feel at home and welcomed and filled with trust in a small cafe in a big city.

Y T.

The coffee is on my go-to list since it's close to where I live.

I like the vibes and decorations, and you see more people who are in entertainment, producer, and writers at the coffee shop.

However, customer service was terrible, 4/10. The staff (video) who brought the food out was insulting and gave clients a look, and slammed the dish on the table. I asked where I could get the sauce, and she did not even want to turn around; she did not answer and pointed at the other area with a nasty attitude. LOL, this is the first time I encountered this lousy service at the coffee shop in L.A.

I came here in a great mood as a first-timer and was shocked to be treated that way. I thought she only did that to me, but she snapped at other clients too. Management, you need to train your staff in customer service, please. People would appreciate the friendly and kind attitude in this busy city.

Do not show up if you can't bring your best selves to work. It's a coffee shop where people come to enjoy their work and day—lousy impression.

If the foods and coffee are excellent, I can consider returning to make it up for the services. But, unfortunately, it did not deliver the standards for both.

Merryn H.

Very popular Cafe with a vast menu and fresh pastries etc. It has a good vibe and loved the seating out front. Unfortunately my almond milk hot chocolate was barely luke warm but is was still delicious. The ham and cheese croissant was tasty and fresh. I would definitely go back again. It seems to be a bit of a local meeting place.

Paulina

Lavender chai was too sweet while iced matcha was overpowered by oatmilk. Barista was nice
and vibe was pretty good but there is dance studio next which maybe a bit loud if you need to get some work done.

Zachary S.

The pastry’s are wonderfully fresh. I recommend the cinnamon roll or the Blueberry Morning Roll. Both were very moist. Coffee was good, I think most people wouldn’t have any issues with service or food here!
Parking is decent outside, around 8 spots on the road.
Seating is plentiful, but I imagine it gets packed. Outdoor seating available (4 tables in shade).

Brandin S.

Recently found this gem and we're huge fans. There's a farm to table freshness about the food and the pricing is decent for LA. Great vibe. If you were writing a quirky indie tv show about LA, you would set some of your scenes at this spot - just a cool spot with excellent food and cappuccinos.