{"id":343412,"date":"2026-06-02T21:04:12","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T21:04:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/343412\/"},"modified":"2026-06-02T21:04:12","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T21:04:12","slug":"cafes-after-dark-8-day-to-night-spaces-for-an-all-day-buzz-in-l-a","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/343412\/","title":{"rendered":"Caf\u00e9s After Dark: 8 Day-to-Night Spaces For An All Day Buzz in L.A."},"content":{"rendered":"

Many have argued that Los Angeles is a morning city, full of caf\u00e9s and smoothie shops, rather than a thrumming hub of nightlife. But increasingly, new proprietors don\u2019t think people should have to choose. Various coffee shops<\/a> and tea houses around L.A. are mastering a day-to-night hat trick that keeps guests buzzing on caffeine and often something a little stronger.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Some of these shapeshifting locales get quite raucous at night, some encourage a bit of day drinking, while others still keep the vibes lifted and the drinks spirit-free. Determining which spots to include involved threading a needle, shying away from all-day restaurants or bars that open a little early. This trek unearthed third spaces that transform, inviting community from near and far to gather around great drinks, music, and each other.<\/p>\n

RECOMMENDED: The best bars in Los Angeles<\/a><\/p>\n

The earliest example of this trend was Steep LA, which launched its Steep After Dark program as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Over the years, their bar program has expanded and become increasingly intertwined with their tea service. \u201cTill this day, we are still one of the very few tea-focused cocktail bars in the United States,\u201d says Samuel Wang, who co-owns the Chinatown tea house with Lydia Lin.<\/p>\n

Now with a wide range of intriguing tea-based craft cocktails, Steep has given itself a bit of a breather in between services to adjust to the pace: \u201cThe day is much more relaxing, like a cafe, with tea ceremonies happening throughout the day and customers taking a very slow stroll in their day,\u201d says Wang. \u201cWhereas at night, the experience is a bit more vibrant and exciting. People are talking a bit louder, the music is a bit louder\u2026 There is literally a bit more buzz in the room.\u201d<\/p>\n

On the Westside, Latin tapas and coffee shop \u00a1Salud! has a similar break in service, but the energy has a more consistent electricity, no matter what time you\u2019re there. The day draws in remote workers ready to sip lattes from stemware, while evenings see a surge of friend groups and dates, boosted by rotating DJs on weekends.<\/p>\n

\u201cClosing between services gives our team the opportunity to fully reset and intentionally transition the space from a daytime caf\u00e9 into an evening cocktail destination,\u201d says Celia Sanchez Lara, who co-founded the concept with her husband Richard. \u201cAt the same time, our long-term goal is to continue closing the gap between services.\u201d<\/p>\n

The other entries on this list keep the good vibes rolling\u2014though some don\u2019t stay open as late\u2014serving as neighborhood haunts that can turn a Wednesday into an experience and make you want to become a regular. If you\u2019re looking for a caf\u00e9 that starts getting a little wild after 5pm, look no further than these eclectic hangout spots.<\/p>\n

During the day: The low-frills espresso menu pairs with a well-curated selection of pastries, breakfast dishes, and sandwiches, but it\u2019s never too early for a glass of bubbles. Some manage to get work done, while most catch up with friends over that week\u2019s salad.<\/p>\n

Evening shift: Glasses clink and chatter fills the space as guests make their way through menus of meat, cheese, and light bites. You can get some privacy, but be prepared to become best friends with your neighbor.<\/p>\n

Time Out tip: You will see no fewer than a dozen burgers flying out, so save yourself some time and just order it from the jump.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Opening hours: Daily 8am\u201310pm<\/p>\n


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During the day: Slow down with a full tea ceremony in an atmosphere somewhere between a library and a zen garden. This is more a place to get meditative with a book or your journal than pore over those Q2 numbers.<\/p>\n

Evening shift: The energy gets a lift from tea cocktails like the Shouguo Negroni, which brings depth to a White Negroni with its Shoumei white tea. The space is buzzy but not overwhelming, making it a great first stop on a night out in Chinatown.<\/p>\n

Time Out tip: Snag a reservation on weekends to ensure you have enough time to explore their evening menu, but walk-ins are often available with a manageable wait.<\/p>\n

Opening hours:\u00a0Tue 11am\u20134pm; Wed\u2013Sun 11am\u20134pm, 5pm\u201311pm<\/p>\n

\"Steep
\nPhotograph: J. Fergus for Time OutSteep LA <\/p>\n

During the day: Caf\u00e9 Tondo serves up breakfast burritos and lighter bites, including a suite of Mexican sweet pastries. Most of the seating is better suited to catching up with a friend over an espresso tonic, with an energy so gentle it peaks during Saturday\u2019s midday chess games.<\/p>\n

Evening shift: Chinatown\u2019s nightlife buzz has more or less belonged to this wine bar since it opened, with people spilling out into the parking lot, eating and drinking on stacked crates on weeknights and dancing the night away on weekends.<\/p>\n

Time Out tip: Though the food generally swings between middling and good, the wine list is surprisingly strong for the price point, blending the smooth and familiar with funkier, natural wines. Whatever your personal taste, a glass of wine awaits anyone in a large group.<\/p>\n

Opening hours:\u00a0Sun\u2013Thu 11am\u201311pm; Fri, Sat 11am\u20132am; Sun 11am\u201311pm<\/p>\n

\"Caf\u00e9
\nPhotograph: Sean DavidsonCaf\u00e9 Tondo <\/p>\n

During the day: Curl up with some Kafka and a cappuccino or a sandwich and a sauvignon blanc at this Silver Lake gem serving up Reunion & Company\u2019s own wines. More reminiscent of an Ojai caf\u00e9 than anywhere else in Silver Lake, this wine bar is typically full of local regulars in the middle of the day.<\/p>\n

Evening shift: As the hour gets later, the more stemware you\u2019ll see and laughter you\u2019ll hear \u2014 sometimes due to a comedy show. The dog-friendly alcove has several seating areas despite its small size, so there\u2019s usually a perfect spot for your friends, a date, or just a corner to nestle into.<\/p>\n

Time Out tip: Their take on a Kalimotxo marries bartending with the ever-present cold foam craze for a refreshingly new experience.<\/p>\n

Opening hours:\u00a0Sun\u2013Tue 8am\u20133pm; Wed\u2013Sat 8am\u201310pm<\/p>\n

\"Reunion
\nPhotograph: J. Fergus for Time OutKalimotxo from Reunion & Company <\/p>\n

During the day:\u00a0The lively caf\u00e9 draws a mix of regular remote workers and locals eager for one of its signature espresso drinks.\u00a0Plug in your laptop, grab a breakfast burrito and Mazapan latte, and be prepared to be shocked when it\u2019s already 2pm.<\/p>\n

Evening shift: The lights dim and the energy peaks as craft cocktails like force carbonated Palomas and smoky, earthy martinis take over at the bar. You can keep it light with the tapas or make a full meal of it with heftier items like the Albondiga burger or their smoky hangar steak, complemented by a shisito chimichurri.<\/p>\n

Time Out tip: The spinach and cheese empanadas are easily some of the best in the city, especially for a sit-down spot at this price point.<\/p>\n

Opening hours:\u00a0Tue\u2013Fri 8am\u20132pm, 5pm\u201310pm; Fri, Sat 5pm\u201311pm; Sat, Sun 8am\u20133pm<\/p>\n

\"\u00a1Salud!\"
\nPhotograph: Courtesy \u00a1Salud!\u00a1Salud! <\/p>\n

During the day: You can pop into the vibrant coffee shop for a suite of espresso drinks and matcha combinations. Push open a bookshelf to plop down in the moodier speakeasy. You can get some work done, but it\u2019s more likely to turn into a social call\u2014even if you arrived alone.<\/p>\n

Evening shift: The speakeasy hosts a variety of events, mostly capitalizing on its cozy listening-lounge aesthetic, such as live jazz or special screenings. While the energy feels more like a party, the drinks on offer remain non-alcoholic, like the chamomile-forward Mellow Mood, providing a sober-friendly evening out in Leimert Park.<\/p>\n

Time Out tip: Though Harun officially closes at 7pm, it has a mix of mostly free and some ticketed events every week that can keep the shop open until 11pm.<\/p>\n

Opening hours:\u00a0Daily 7am\u20137pm<\/p>\n

\"Harun
\nPhotograph: J. Fergus for Time OutHarun Coffee <\/p>\n

During the day: No matter where you plug away at your work, you feel like you\u2019re in a rich grandmother\u2019s sitting room, complete with tea cups and mismatched vintage furniture and rugs. Except for during the lunch rush, the space feels like a library lounge with few opting for headphones as the easy listening, often a Tokyo style jazz, drifts out of the speakers.<\/p>\n

Evening shift: The largest glasses of wine you\u2019ll see will make you unsure if the jazz is getting louder or which number of Chenin Blancs you\u2019re on. Your neighbors get a little more social and the occasional food pop-up gives the coffeeshop an extra surge of energy.<\/p>\n

Time Out tip: Drop in on a Friday night for live jazz and don\u2019t sleep on the affogatos at any time of day.<\/p>\n

Opening hours: Mon\u2013Wed 8am\u20135pm; Thu\u2013Sun 8am\u201310pm<\/p>\n

\"Kissaten
\nPhotograph: J. Fergus for Time OutKissaten Corazon <\/p>\n

During the day: A quiet, somewhat stark co-working space with signature espresso drinks like the salty-sweet Short Stack to help you meet your deadlines.<\/p>\n

Evening shift: The “girl dinner” platters start flying out as guests trade lattes for Lambruscos. Tables get more communal and you\u2019d struggle to hear a book drop, especially if there\u2019s a food pop-up or wine takeover.<\/p>\n

Time Out tip: Swing by for happy hour when you get a glass of wine and a light bite from their food menu for $20.<\/p>\n

Opening hours:\u00a0Sun\u2013Thu 8am\u20137pm; Fri, Sat 8am\u20139pm<\/p>\n

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