Bohemian House of Espresso + Chai

Lined with houseplants and black-and-white photos from the ‘60s, this Downtown L.A. coffee shop is a great neighborhood hidden gem. Run by owner Farah A. Hagar, author of Blackie Bohemian: Book of Questions, this eclectic spot offers artisan chai, espresso drinks and fully vegan smoothies and light bites with a side of genuinely good vibes. The simple seating, collection of Ethiopian and Eritrean jebenas and more unique options (a camel milk cortado and caffeine-free date seed latte among them) all contribute to the cozy, free-spirited feel of Bohemian House—which has kept locals coming back since 2019.