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Best Coffee in the Valley

9 indexed spots across 7 neighborhoods.

The Cuban bakery empire's Burbank flagship — potato balls, cheese rolls, and a line that moves faster than it looks.

Power-breakfast institution on Riverside — endless coffee refills and a menu that reads like a novel.

Home of the crunchy French toast people drive across town for. Expect a weekend line.

Sunny corner café baking its own bread — the breakfast sandwich has a fan club.

Garden-patio café energy on Ventura — salads, espresso, and laptop-friendly corners.

Pie, coffee, and live music in a big cozy room — NoHo's default third place.

Tiny, beloved neighborhood café — seasonal scrambles and a patio that feels like a friend's yard.

Mediterranean-leaning café and bakery with a sunlit patio — shakshuka and strong coffee.

Spanish-inspired café on Ventura — cortados, tortilla española, and motorcycle-culture décor.