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Brasil Kiss Coffeebar
ZipPicks Awards
Best American in Los Angeles
Master Critic Review
Brasil Kiss Coffeebar
7.6
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Brunch Bliss Spots
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
This Brazilian coffee bar brings Latin American soul to Hollywood with Intelligentsia espresso, açaí bowls, and authentic street snacks like pão de queijo. The casual spot serves handmade empanadas, brigadeiros, and fresh pizzas alongside organic teas and espresso milkshakes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pão de Queijo, Açaí Bowl, Coxinha
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 7.4
Food Quality: 7.7
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 7.3
What makes it special: LA's Brazilian coffee culture meets quality Intelligentsia beans with authentic street food
Who should go: Coffee aficionados, Brazilian food enthusiasts, breakfast seekers
When to visit: Morning for coffee and pastries, lunch for savory items
What to order: Pão de queijo, açaí bowl, Brazilian empanadas, brigadeiro truffles
Insider tip: Originally a mobile coffee bar established in 2012 before opening brick-and-mortar
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Sunset Blvd and side streets, metered during business hours. Public lot 2 blocks east on Bronson Ave.
Dress code: Ultra casual - workout clothes, coffee run attire perfectly acceptable
Noise level: Moderate - coffee bar buzz but small space allows conversation
Weekend wait: Counter service only - typically 5-10 min order wait during peak brunch
Weekday lunch: Minimal wait, usually immediate counter service
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - açaí bowls, pão de queijo, cheese empanadas, pizzas, pastries
Vegan options: Limited - açaí bowl (request no honey), some empanadas, select pastries
Gluten-free options: Limited - açaí bowls, brigadeiros, check on empanada options
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for casual coffee dates than dinner dates - counter service, limited seating, and grab-and-go vibe make it ideal for daytime meetups rather than romantic evenings
Can I get a table without a reservation? No reservations needed - it's counter-service casual. Seating is first-come during busy weekend mornings, but turnover is quick
Is it kid-friendly? Very kid-friendly - açaí bowls and cheese breads appeal to children, casual atmosphere with quick service means no need to keep kids entertained during long waits
Do they have WiFi for working? Yes, but limited seating makes it better for quick coffee meetings than laptop camping sessions
Is the coffee actually good or just authentic? Both - they use Intelligentsia beans (LA specialty roaster favorite) prepared with Brazilian technique, so you get quality and authenticity
Best For
Better for: Authentic Brazilian coffee experience at budget prices, quick breakfast with substance over typical coffee shop pastries, unique snacks like pão de queijo you won't find at Starbucks
Skip if: You want table service, need a quiet workspace for hours, prefer full sit-down breakfast with extensive menu options, or want evening dinner ambiance
Hours
Monday7am - 5pm
Tuesday7am - 5pm
Wednesday7am - 5pm
Thursday7am - 5pm
Friday7am - 5pm
Saturday8am - 3pm
Sunday8am - 3pm