Groundwork Coffee Co.

As one of LA's most reputable coffee chains (with locations in Hollywood, Santa Monica, Downtown, West LA and Venice), Groundwork in Venice on Rose sells beach-going Angelenos organic, custom-blended coffee to start their day. A favorite among regulars, the Bitches Brew is their darkest roast, and leaves a smokey aftertaste long after the cup is empty. Single origin variations come from all over—Brazil, Ethiopia, Mexico, Peru—while their latest addition, a cold brew coffee, has become so popular that its also sold in bottles for wholesale. At the Venice location, seating is scarce—then again, there's nothing like sipping on a good cup of coffee at the beach.