Nice Coffee
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About Nice Coffee
Nice Coffee is a tiny espresso bar in the City National Plaza in Downtown Los Angeles, run by famed barista-entrepreneur Tyler Wells. Its character comes from a focused, owner-driven coffee program that keeps the operation compact and deliberate. The Rasp-BAE Latte is a signature drink, while Espresso and Cold Brew anchor the menu. The space works for a quick takeaway or a short sit-down break.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- ParkingPaid multi-storey car park
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- DietaryServes organic dishes · Serves vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention macchiato, poppy lemon seed danish, parallel beans and fountain view seating.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention macchiato, poppy lemon seed danish, parallel beans and fountain view seating.
Customer Review Summary
Diners consistently single out the espresso-based drinks as the highlight, with the macchiato and vanilla latte earning specific praise, and one reviewer calling the macchiato the best in Los Angeles. The Parallel beans get noted for shining in espresso drinks, and the cold brew and iced americano also come up. Close behind is the food, with reviewers highlighting the poppy lemon seed Danish pastry as bready and fresh, the ham croissant, and a vegan donut. The City National Plaza location draws repeated mention, especially the fountain seating where reviewers enjoy the waterfall sound while working on laptops. A recurring complaint is the high price point, with several calling drinks expensive and noting steep upcharges for syrup, alternative milk, and add-ons like cloud foam. One reviewer found the cold bitter and plans to return to try other options, and a few mention lines during busy periods, though most describe fast, efficient service. Several suggest the spot is ideal for a light breakfast or a work session, and the ceramic cups for in-house seating come up as a small detail.
Customer Review Summary
Diners consistently single out the espresso-based drinks as the highlight, with the macchiato and vanilla latte earning specific praise, and one reviewer calling the macchiato the best in Los Angeles. The Parallel beans get noted for shining in espresso drinks, and the cold brew and iced americano also come up. Close behind is the food, with reviewers highlighting the poppy lemon seed Danish pastry as bready and fresh, the ham croissant, and a vegan donut. The City National Plaza location draws repeated mention, especially the fountain seating where reviewers enjoy the waterfall sound while working on laptops. A recurring complaint is the high price point, with several calling drinks expensive and noting steep upcharges for syrup, alternative milk, and add-ons like cloud foam. One reviewer found the cold bitter and plans to return to try other options, and a few mention lines during busy periods, though most describe fast, efficient service. Several suggest the spot is ideal for a light breakfast or a work session, and the ceramic cups for in-house seating come up as a small detail.
Featured reviews
- YB S
“Located at the City National Plaza, about 2 blocks away from the Westin Bonaventure Hotel. Long line, expensive, and not so great service, but they make some amazing coffee. $6.00 for a vegan donut, $4.25 for an iced americano, and $2.50 to add cloud foam. Parking is difficult around this area.”
- w8ycool
“One of the four coffee spots I like in DTLA. Nice has the best ☕️”
- Young Stunna
“Love coming here for the sun the atmosphere the coffee and environment to get work done.”
- Jason Morales
“Really liked the atmosphere here. It's a great spot in DTLA to grab a quick espresso before heading out for the day. The staff was efficient and the seating area has a nice, modern feel to it. My latte was solid-good temperature and flavour.”
- Anna
“This place is diabolically predatory and expensive if you get anything other than an unsweetened espresso-based drink with regular milk. I am talking $9-12 drink range for a 12oz cup. Syrup and alt milk are ridiculously priced. The barista …”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
“Tiny espresso bar from famed barista-entrepreneur Tyler Wells, in the City National Plaza.”
- Serves great coffee
- Has great tea selection
- Serves local speciality
- Popular for popular for breakfast
- Popular for good for solo dining
- Popular for good for working on laptop
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has outdoor seating
- Has no-contact delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Serves vegan dishes
Show more amenities
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves coffee
- Sells prepared foods
- Serves dessert
- Serves local speciality
- Offerings· 4
- Serves organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Highlights· 1
- Has great tea selection
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Dining options· 3
- Serves breakfast
- Serves lunch
- Has seating
- Atmosphere· 3
- Cosy
- Quiet
- Trendy
- Parking· 1
- Paid multi-storey car park
- Service options· 1
- Offers delivery
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for breakfast
- Good for solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
Location
How Nice Coffee compares to nearby coffee shops
- Nice Coffee · This shop4.6267 reviews
Mentioned in reviews: macchiato, poppy lemon seed danish, parallel beans
- 328 reviews0.2 mi
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- Cafe Balzac4.5102 reviews0.2 mi
Mentioned in reviews: pistachio latte, coffee cake, moroccan latte
- Velo Coffee4.878 reviews0.2 mi
Mentioned in reviews: jalapeño cream cheese croissant, horchata nitro cold brew, kouign-amann
Nice Coffee This shop | Dalian's Café | Cafe Balzac | Velo Coffee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6(267) | 4.8(328) | 4.5(102) | 4.8(78) | |
| Price | $1–10 | $10–20 | $1–10 | $1–10 |
| Distance | — | 0.2 mi | 0.2 mi | 0.2 mi |
| Open today | ||||
| Pastries | — | ✓ | — | — |
| Vegan options | ✓ | — | — | — |
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