Cafe Balzac
Quick info
About Cafe Balzac
Crepes anchor the menu at Cafe Balzac, a coffee shop on W 7th Street in downtown Los Angeles, where named versions like the Suzette, the Georgia and the Elvis sit alongside savory options such as the Los Cabos and the Greek. Around 66 items fill out the board, with crepes available at breakfast and a pastry display holding French-inspired items including a cheese danish and a ham and cheese pastry, plus coffee cake. The drinks list runs from espresso and iced americano to flavored lattes, among them Moroccan and spiced versions, a pistachio latte and a matcha latte, with a cold drinks selection to one side. Orders are placed at the counter on a walk-in basis, and the doors open daily. The owners run the place themselves, and it sits near the Bloc.
Good to know
- ParkingPaid parking lot
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Menu & Prices
66 dishes · mains $5–18- Suzette Crepe$7.95
- Old Fashion$8.95
- Georgia Crepe$8.95
- Elvis Crepe$8.95
- Los Cabos$9.95
- Greek$9.95
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention moroccan latte, coffee cake, crepes and pistachio latte.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention moroccan latte, coffee cake, crepes and pistachio latte.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the Moroccan latte, praised for its spices and seasonings as a twist on a standard latte, with a pistachio latte, a matcha latte, and a pumpkin spice latte also named. Close behind are the crepes, including the Suzette, which one reviewer calls the best crepe they've had, and a guest who ate crepes for breakfast every morning during a hotel stay. The coffee cake pairs up with an iced americano or a latte for several, while the cheese danish and the ham and cheese pastry get mentions too. The owner is repeatedly described as kind, warm, and welcoming, and one reviewer was allowed to sample different coffees before choosing. A few call it a French-inspired corner cafe with a small menu, and one notes there is usually no wait. One reviewer reports the woman running the cafe accused a customer of racism after he declined to order, and mentions threats to call security. Another reviewer describes being helped just before closing and receiving a hot pistachio latte recommendation.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the Moroccan latte, praised for its spices and seasonings as a twist on a standard latte, with a pistachio latte, a matcha latte, and a pumpkin spice latte also named. Close behind are the crepes, including the Suzette, which one reviewer calls the best crepe they've had, and a guest who ate crepes for breakfast every morning during a hotel stay. The coffee cake pairs up with an iced americano or a latte for several, while the cheese danish and the ham and cheese pastry get mentions too. The owner is repeatedly described as kind, warm, and welcoming, and one reviewer was allowed to sample different coffees before choosing. A few call it a French-inspired corner cafe with a small menu, and one notes there is usually no wait. One reviewer reports the woman running the cafe accused a customer of racism after he declined to order, and mentions threats to call security. Another reviewer describes being helped just before closing and receiving a hot pistachio latte recommendation.
Featured reviews
- William Bare
“The lady called a customer racist all because he didn’t want to order anything due to her attitude and threats to call security do not support this business poor behavior Starbucks has better customer service than this place”
- Olivia G. C.
“Wonderful location, she helped us just before closing and her recommendation of a hot pistacho latte. That and the crepe Suzette hit the spot!!”
- Angie Cooner
“A true delight! We loved their authentic French pastries and Pistachio Latte. The owner that took care of us was warm and welcoming. I highly recommend.”
- Elina Khoshnevis
“Truly one of my favorite cafes in LA, a must-visit whenever I’m downtown. Their Moroccan and spiced lattes are exceptional. The owner is incredibly kind and welcoming too. The pastries are out of this world, especially the ham and cheese …”
- Terry L
“their espresso is on point! I just got an iced americano and a coffee cake and they are both super delicious and pairs so well together. the workers are super friendly and there's usually no wait time. why go to a corporate chain coffee shop when you can enjoy craft and service of a small business?”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Serves great coffee
- Has great tea selection
- Popular for popular for breakfast
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Paid parking lot
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Casual
- On-site services available
Show more amenities
- Serves coffee
- Quick bite
- Serves dessert
- Good for solo dining
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Dining options· 2
- Serves breakfast
- Serves lunch
- Highlights· 1
- Has great tea selection
- Accessibility· 1
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Popular for· 1
- Popular for breakfast
Location
Coffee shops near Cafe Balzac
- Velo Coffee4.8780.2 mi$1–10
jalapeño cream cheese croissant, horchata nitro cold brew, matcha latte
- Andante Coffee4.82470.2 mi$1–10
cappuccino, pour over coffee, whole-bean coffee
- Nice Coffee4.62670.2 mi$1–10
espresso-based drinks, fountain seating area, pastries and croissants
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Balzac | 4.5102 | — | $1–10 | moroccan latte, coffee cake, crepes |
| Velo Coffee | 4.878 | 0.2 mi | $1–10 | jalapeño cream cheese croissant, horchata nitro cold brew, matcha latte |
| Andante Coffee | 4.8247 | 0.2 mi | $1–10 | cappuccino, pour over coffee, whole-bean coffee |
| Nice Coffee | 4.6267 | 0.2 mi | $1–10 | espresso-based drinks, fountain seating area, pastries and croissants |
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