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If there is one thing Angelenos take seriously, it’s their morning caffeine fix! In a city saturated with aesthetics-over-substance cafes, finding a matcha latte that isn’t too strong, too sweet, or too watery is – at this point – a vicious competitive sport.
Sure, you could trust the algorithm. Or, you could trust like-minded locals. Enter the Secret Club. This exclusive, members-only community is ditching the hype for real recommendations from Angelenos, along with exclusive perks and benefits to use across the city, exclusive guides, and so much more!
Whether it’s delicious dining reservations, must-see exhibitions, or the best hiking trails, we have got you covered and then some. For our very first deep dive, we put it to a vote: Matcha vs. Cold Brew.
The matcha drinkers secured the victory (for now), so let’s check out some of our absolute faves, including recommendations from our members and the Secret Los Angeles team. To read the full guide, join the Secret Club today!
Best matcha spots in L.A. according to the Secret Club:
1. Couplet Coffee
Photo: Couplet Coffee
If you’re tired of the clinically sad aesthetics of those hyped-up L.A. cafés, Couplet Coffee is the perfect antidote. This queer-led, maximalist safe-haven is aggressively fun and radiating chaotic-good energy, with an incredible matcha to boot.
Shared by Secret Club member Jasmmin L., this awesome recommendation even came with a drink to try, suggesting you order their seriously sweet Double Matcha Strawberry… Sounds delish!
📍 Several locations across L.A.
⭐️ Recommended by Secret Club member Jasmmin L.
2. PDA (Public Display of Affection)
Photo: Ian S. via the Secret Club
This Eagle Rock gem isn’t just about their genius branding; they are also very serious about the craft of exceptional coffee. PDA is the ultimate neighborhood hotspot, bridging the gap between an industrial-chic workspace and a community living room.
It’s unpretentious, effortless, and teeming with local love; locals who know exactly where to get the good stuff, just like our Secret Club!
📍 4515 Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles.
⭐️ Recommended by Secret L.A.’s Ian S. at the Secret Club
3. Soulmate Coffee & Tea
Photo: Soulmate Coffee & Tea
Sometimes, the best spots are worth the drive. Located in Bellflower, Soulmate is a minimalist sanctuary that has become a destination for caffeine lovers across the county. The interior is warm, clean, and exceptionally well-lit, making it the perfect escape from the city noise. It’s quiet, it’s beautiful, and the drinks are technically flawless.
Also, the expertise that exuberates from the staff is untouchable. If you have a question, they have the answer and are more than happy to help you out.
📍 4515 Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles.
⭐️ Recommended by Secret Club member Christine E.
These three spots are just a taste of the full guide. The Secret Club isn’t about gatekeeping—it’s about curating the best of the city through real, community-vetted recommendations.
For more fabulous recommendations, exclusive perks and benefits, plus so much more, be sure to join our Secret Club. It’s your one-stop shop for unlocking the best that Los Angeles has to offer for a fraction of the price.