

Note that Bouqs Flower Studio guests will have to abide by the L.A. And considering L.A.'s relationship with water, they're sure to be a hit. The new partnership couldn't come at a better time given that the company recently launched its first-ever Dried Collection which features six dried, low-maintenance signature bouquets ($79-$99). The Bouqs Company can finally help fellow Angelenos shop responsibly sourced, farm-fresh flowers and gifts without having to go online. It features a life-sized tree made of flowers and a DIY bouquet wall replete with an array of long-lasting and farm-fresh blooms. The Bouqs Flower Studio doesn't have as much a corner flower shop vibe as it does an "Alice in Wonderland" one. For those of us who like to consume our plants in salads, Alfred Robertson offers its staples like shade-grown matcha lattes and the world-famous (literally) hot vanilla latte. Needless to say, it's unique and out-of-this-world. Imagine taking the last bouquet of flowers you purchased and turning it into a tea. That may have something to do with the fact that it's the only Alfred location offering the exclusive Bouqs Blend tea – a blend of white and green tea, rose petals, lavender, jasmine, and mint. Alfred Robertson features a mesmerizing Bouqs Flower Studio – the direct-to-consumer company's first.Īlfred Robertson officially opened its doors to the public on August 26 and has been a hit ever since. The City of Angels' favorite coffee shop and L.A.-based The Bouqs Company have teamed up to create a one-of-a-kind space in WeHo's Beverly Grove neighborhood. This was worth the wait more than the coffees with the perfect consistency of crunchy edges and soft gooey middle.What do coffee lovers and flower aficionados have in common? We're not sure, but we do know that you'll find both of them comingling a lot more often at Alfred Coffee's newest location and its twelfth in L.A. Our vote: skip the macchiato and just get this as it satisfies both your caffeine fix and sweet tooth.Ĭhocolate Chip Cookie – We’ve been known to enjoy a cookie or two in our day so we consider ourselves fairly accurate judges in this department. While it’s the most unique and memorable item by far, it’s better in theory as the chocolate is melting and by the time the shot is cool enough to drink, the cone glass is slightly soggy. It was also topped off with a pretty foam decoration that I didn’t hate.Įspresso in Chocolate Coated Waffle Shot Glass – This sounded right up our alley so we had to try it. Alfred’s managed to find the perfect recipe to keep me healthy while also keeping the taste intact. They didn’t even bother to add the milk to top it off.Īlmond Milk Cappuccino – Many times when I substitute almond milk with my coffee, it adds a bitter taste (gotta make sacrifices to keep it healthy though right?). I was expecting a drink, not a shot of espresso with a different name. Macchiato – Skip it and just order an espresso. Although they exclusively serve the delicious Stumptown coffee, when you finally get your order, it just doesn’t seem worth the time and effort. If you’re meeting a friend, this is a great spot.Īnd now the worse: If you’re down to wait in line for 45 minutes for an overpriced, mediocre cup of joe – this is your place. If you’re considering posting up to do some work, make sure to bring headphones as it’s not the quietest of places. But for those of you who get all done up to pick up your coffee, enjoy. Walking in, you will most likely run into someone you know – considering we were in gym clothes with no make-up, we weren’t too thrilled about this.

With black and white floor tiles, potted plants on the walls, a fake fireplace that is surprisingly cozy and random bold printed quotes throughout, this coffee shops feels unique in the best of ways. Now let’s step inside: Alfred‘s décor does not disappoint. This map was made to connect and promote the Los Angeles coffee community. DTLA Arts Distric Bourbon Street Cafe DTLA Bourgeois Pig Hollywood Brasil Kiss Coffee Truck Mobile. If you’re with someone, make sure to have them save a table while you wait in line as people tend to post up and work for hours (like us). Alfred Coffee & Kitchen Melrose Andante Coffee. If you can snag a patio seat, grab it, especially on a Sunday when you’ll be in the heart of the Melrose Place Farmer’s Market or at night when the streets are lined with lit up trees. Located in the heart of Melrose Place amidst some of the most expensive stores in town, “location, location, location” is on point for this coffee joint.
