Photo By: Victoria Filice7 LA Coffee Shops Close Enough to Roll Out of Bed For on National Coffee Day Charlotte Farrell September 19, 2018 Spread the loveWhen All Else Fails, Turn to Coffee Written By: Charlotte Farrell No matter how you prepare the night beforeālaying out your outfit, avoiding screens, nixing sweets past 7 p.m.āthat alarm goes off and you are clawing for the snooze button because you think those five extra minutes will make it less miserable to ārise and shine.ā And then you realize youāre out of coffee, or you forgot to set your auto-brew. Before you curse humanity, consider quitting your job and hide under the covers, check out some coffee shopsāespecially on Sept. 29, aka National Coffee Dayāthat we think will kick your āyou-know-whatā into high gear to make it through a busy day in LA.Ā Pasadena Paradise This North Pasadena coffee haven is a hot spot for espresso snobs, families and Instagrammersāyou’ve probably seen the honeycomb shelves and indoor market lights in your feed. Lavender & Honey plays all the hits on the espresso bar, as well as their signature Honeybee Latte and French Lavender Breve; but what sets this quaint shop apart are its delectable toasts and sandwiches. Get one and then get another; you won’t regret it. Native Knowledge: The cold brew is a must. Try one of their specialty drinks from the Cold Brew bar or pick up a bottle of the concentrate to enjoy at home. Lavender and Honey Espresso Bar 1383 E Washington Blvd Pasadena, CA 91104 626.529.5571 Caffeine OāClock View this post on Instagram I want you, I need you, oh baby, oh baby. #namethatmovie #butfirstcoffeeĀ® A post shared by Alfred (@alfred) on Feb 21, 2018 at 12:12pm PST I know quite a few people that will go out of their way to grab a morning sip or afternoon pick-me-up at Alfred Coffee. With seven locations throughout LA, we think it is totally acceptable to stroll in a few minutes late to work with one of their drinks in handāas long as you got one for your boss, too. Native Knowledge: Their online shop is dangerous if you love cute mugs, matcha powder or solid tote bags with punny sayings. We apologize in advance, and we wonāt judge if your wallet is a bit lighter in the name of their adorable selection. Alfred Coffee 490 N Beverly Dr Beverly Hills, CA 90210 424.335.0170 How Brew-tiful View this post on Instagram Late night thoughts… What are you thinking about? Tomorrow is Friday, and with that, good coffee is waiting for you. – Start the weekend off right. . . . #cogcoffee #latte #latteart #friday #yum A post shared by Cognoscenti Coffee (@cogcoffee) on Jan 25, 2018 at 8:02pm PST Culver City is constantly proving itself as the hub of all that is new and cool in LA, and Cognoscenti Coffee is the perfect example. The menu is simple, but the flavors are complex, bold and memorable. Native Knowledge: Non-coffee drinkers can sip on hot chocolate as well as hot, iced and chai tea. Cognoscenti Coffee 6114 Washington Blvd Culver City, CA 90232 310.363.7325 Morning Glory View this post on Instagram Shine bright āļøā¤ļøāļø #Menottis catch us tomorrow, Sunday 12/31 šāØ 7am to 2pm @amigalosangeles A post shared by Menotti's Coffee Stop (@menottis) on Dec 30, 2017 at 12:18pm PST It seems like the wardrobe of the Menottiās customer is pretty standard: circle sunglasses, some form of distressed or retro denim, skate shoes or slides and an attitude that is characteristic of LA without the pretension or stuffiness. There is style and substance here, and their drinks are pretty rad as wellāactivated charcoal cappuccino, anyone? Native Knowledge: You can catch their Menottiās truck making stops throughout LA. Check out their twitter @Menottis to find out where it will be next! Menottiās Coffee Shop 56 Windward Ave Venice, CA 90291 424.205.7014 Fill It Up, Before You Go Go View this post on Instagram š„ A post shared by Go Get Em Tiger (@ggetla) on Jan 16, 2018 at 3:35pm PST Almond Macadamia Latte. Fizzy Hoppy Tea. Housemade Chai. These are just a few of our favorite drinks at Go Get Em Tiger. We think youāll be a fan, too. Native Knowledge: Their brunch is made for early or late risers. Enjoy grub like homemade granola or scrambled eggs on a biscuit from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Go Get Em Tiger 230 N Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 323.380.5359 What Do You Bean? View this post on Instagram Keeping our Monday on the right track š·: @xplorerslvr #cafedemitasse A post shared by Cafe Demitasse (@cafe_demitasse) on Mar 5, 2018 at 2:43pm PST The coastal influence is strong with this one. Light-hearted and warm, Demitasseās drinks are made-to-order, like their Pistachio Rose Latte and the Macchiato, both fan favorites that make us droolālike, a lot. Native Knowledge: If youāre not in the mood for coffee, pressed juices by Rejuice are delivered daily. And for those who like a gluten-free snack, Erin McKennaās bakery has some treats ready for you to nom nom nom on with your cup of joe. Demitasse 1149 3rd St Santa Monica, CA 90401 424.322.0959 Roast to the Good Life View this post on Instagram Did you know that every time you buy a bag of coffee in a Groundwork cafe, you get a free drip coffee with your purchase? Cheers to that. A post shared by Groundwork Coffee Co. (@groundworkcoffee) on Feb 2, 2018 at 1:05pm PST While you enjoy that Mexican Mocha or Classic Cold Brew, know that you are supporting a local business that cares about their community. They are constantly trying to help out in some fashion, be it through fundraisers, food drives, showcasing pieces from local artists, hosting live music from emerging singers/songwriters and so much more. Weāll drink to that! Native Knowledge: Brunch is served all day, so if you need something more than coffee on your stomach, we suggest the Breakfast Tacos. Groundworks Coffee 671 Rose Ave Venice, CA 90291 310.664.8830