Dayglow Coffee

Part neighborhood hangout, part subscription service, Dayglow's L.A. locations are havens for serious coffee drinkers and dabblers alike. Owner Tohm Ifergan sources specialty beans from an ever-expanding array of roasters, which translates into a diverse selection of pour-overs with listed tasting notes. The standards here are all well done, but the most unique, standout part of the menu remains the slightly pricey house signature drinks, which take a craft cocktail approach to dispensing caffeine. Drinks made with distilled coffee and cascara (a.k.a. coffee cherries) offer something for those with a lower caffeine tolerance, while a top-shelf "signature series" even makes use of stemware for added flourish. There's also a decent tea selection, caffeine-free options like shrub soda and free Wi-Fi—though the limited seating and lack of outlets means it's not the best place to park yourself and your laptop.