Acuarela Coffee

I recently visited the most beautiful coffee shop in downtown LA. The interior is stunning and creates a perfect atmosphere. While the food was not very good, the coffee was excellent. Definitely worth a visit for the ambiance and coffee!

The most unusual coffee shop I've ever visited ))) Very friendly staff. Coffee is an acquired taste, I would come here a second time for the atmosphere, but not for the coffee.

Located inside the lobby of The CalEdison building in the financial district of Downtown Los Angeles (across from the Los Angeles Public Library). Unless you are familiar with this area, it’s hard to miss. Coffee was smooth and their savory pastries were on point. Seating area in the lobby is beautiful, quiet and peaceful. Employees are very friendly and they put their heart into making you the best cup of coffee. I highly recommend getting a hot americano ($4.50 for 8 oz) and pairing it with either some cheese bread (3 for $4.50) chicken croquette ($5.25) or beef croquette ($5.25). Great picker upper in the morning and afternoon. Parking is difficult around here. Not sure if they validate parking inside The CalEdison parking structure.

The acai smoothie is crazy good. Also all their coffes are so fresh and tastefull. 10/10. Just ask without sugar otherwise they put it anyways.

Lovely and calm spot to get your coffee

Coffee shop workers always treat people with kindness. The Brazilian food is delicious. Stop by here before heading to work or home!

Very nice baristas and AMAZING coffee. The Brazilian Specials were so delicious. Limited seating and outlets and slow wifi. A great place to work if you don't need wifi. Pretty quiet, in the CalEdison lobby.

Super cute coffee shop inside office building! My husband and I loved the well-balanced lattes that were recommended to us. Can’t recall his name, but barista from Austin was super attentive, and invited us back. We truly were inspired about coming back with his invitation.

Elizabeth Ulloa

Monday afternoon - a small line but moves quickly. The service was warm and helpful. Coffee and croquettes were bomb! If you have time, recommend to sit and enjoy the vibes.

Marisella Jauregui

Cute and cozy coffee spot. Good Quality coffee imported from Brazil. Wasn't too strong, tasted smooth, not bitter. Going back soon to try more flavors.

Cafecitos con CC

Holy Great Gatsby 😍 this building is insanely beautiful and an art deco treasure. Love the other Aquarela location so I was hype to see an Aquarela so close! Plenty of space to work or chill. The barista was so kind and personable and the Saude latte is always gon buss! If you are downtown it is def worth swinging by 💜😍

gail rowe

This hidden coffee place is worth a visit. Brazilian coffee bar with spunk ! The baristas passion shows in the drinks. I ordered the Brigadeiro Latte made with dark chocolate, condensed milk, and chocolate truffle Topped with love. I drank it so fast I forgot to take a picture but it looked exactly like the one pictured.The staff was friendly and the environment is welcoming. Cool spot with good vibes surrounded by amazing architecture.

Christopher Vargas

Coffee, Service, and Pastry was top notch. Super friendly service with a smile. My Latte was excellent and so flavorful. The chocolate cake slice was so moist and rich without being overbearing. The building is also very beautiful. I had no problem sitting and admiring the ceiling while I enjoyed my coffee and pastry. Would recommend!

Tay Costa-Khan

Yet to visit a prettier coffee shop. The coffees were tasty and plenty of seating when we went. Didn’t try the food but it didn’t look the freshest

Gabriela Hanna

Wow, I feel lovestruck from this experience haha I don’t say this lightly: this may be my new favorite coffee shop. The baristas were incredibly warm and friendly. My specialty latte and pão de queijo were tasty. And the building is absolutely gorgeous. I cannot wait to come back! If you’re thinking about stopping by, just do it.

Yuliia Kurochka

It’s worth coming to this place for atmosphere alone, but their drinks don’t disappoint either, the service is great and I love getting their Brazilian pastries and croquettes. The cheese breads with guava jam are so delicious!

Matt Beauchamp

There’s no shortage of coffee stands in DTLA but my coworkers and I all tried different drinks and all loved this place the best. It’s a little hidden as it’s tucked away in the lobby of a beautiful building but well worth seeking out. This place is my new favorite.

Anastasya Strauss

Lovely and calm spot to get your coffee

Nastaran Farhadi

I recently visited the most beautiful coffee shop in downtown LA. The interior is stunning and creates a perfect atmosphere. While the food was not very good, the coffee was excellent. Definitely worth a visit for the ambiance and coffee!

Тамара Гулина

The most unusual coffee shop I've ever visited ))) Very friendly staff. Coffee is an acquired taste, I would come here a second time for the atmosphere, but not for the coffee.

YB S

Located inside the lobby of The CalEdison building in the financial district of Downtown Los Angeles (across from the Los Angeles Public Library). Unless you are familiar with this area, it’s hard to miss. Coffee was smooth and their savory pastries were on point. Seating area in the lobby is beautiful, quiet and peaceful. Employees are very friendly and they put their heart into making you the best cup of coffee. I highly recommend getting a hot americano ($4.50 for 8 oz) and pairing it with either some cheese bread (3 for $4.50) chicken croquette ($5.25) or beef croquette ($5.25). Great picker upper in the morning and afternoon. Parking is difficult around here. Not sure if they validate parking inside The CalEdison parking structure.

Arthur Campos

The acai smoothie is crazy good. Also all their coffes are so fresh and tastefull. 10/10. Just ask without sugar otherwise they put it anyways.

Johnny Aragon, REALTOR

Coffee shop workers always treat people with kindness. The Brazilian food is delicious. Stop by here before heading to work or home!

Sarada Lakshmanan

Very nice baristas and AMAZING coffee. The Brazilian Specials were so delicious. Limited seating and outlets and slow wifi. A great place to work if you don't need wifi. Pretty quiet, in the CalEdison lobby.

ARMEN HAKOB RAFFI LARISA

Very nice Atmosphere. Workers are very nice and helpful. Hard to find parking on street, but lot of paid Parking’s around.

Kevin Kunkel

Quaint little place. Simple kiosk in this beautiful lobby with top notch espresso and for here (real) coffee cups (which I love). Little spots to sit around the lobby and be in the vibes.

Nice staff, friendly people, and beautiful building. Their hot lattes are good. They sell coffee beans as well, if you want to make something at home.

Tiffany Cheng

Nice staff, friendly people, and beautiful building. Their hot lattes are good. They sell coffee beans as well, if you want to make something at home.

The WORST experience I have ever had. I have never been so disrespected by an establishment in my life. I was so excited to try this spot but when I arrived the owner was so rude, dismissive & disrespectful. To the point that I didn’t even want to order anything and left. Keep in mind I traveled 45 mins to come and didn’t get ANYTHING. That’s how bad my experience was. I am a founder and owner of a business and I would never treat another customer like this.

OBI NWANKWO

The WORST experience I have ever had. I have never been so disrespected by an establishment in my life. I was so excited to try this spot but when I arrived the owner was so rude, dismissive & disrespectful. To the point that I didn’t even want to order anything and left. Keep in mind I traveled 45 mins to come and didn’t get ANYTHING. That’s how bad my experience was. I am a founder and owner of a business and I would never treat another customer like this.