Philz Coffee

I’ve been to both locations, the one in DTLA & the one in Santa Monica. They both have your norcal coffee shop feel. The set-​up is a bit different than your standard coffee shop procedure. You first go up to an available barista and order your drink. Then you pay while you drink is being brewed.
I have had their Iced Mojito coffee (my favorite!!! it’s mint coffee crack!) and their regular hot coffee. Their Iced Mojito coffee can be a bit too sweet, coming from a candy fanatic! I recommend getting it half sweetened, so you don’t feel the crash afterwards and can taste the coffee a bit more.
I highly recommend it and it is worth trying if you are in the area.
5 stars because out of the 2 times I have been there, their system is efficient and their drinks were delicious!
Also, in both locations, their floor plans have an open, industrial feel to it. There are a lot of study groups that come in and it can get a bit noisy. But different from your «standard coffee chain feel» :)
ENJOY!

A Mint Mojito for the win at Philz Coffee!
Yes this is the only thing I tried with hearing so many interesting things about it. You come into Philz Coffee and it’s a good sized place. There is a lot of room to move around and feel comfortable inside.
So yeah, I got the Mint Mojito Ice Coffee and it was great. There was just the right amount of froth in this iced coffee drink. They put some mint on top and when you finally finish your drink, you will see more mint that is placed in the bottle of the drink. I felt the mint flavor was not overwhelming at all. I honestly can see people who do not typically drink coffee liking this drink due to its unique flavor. One thing I would suggest is to be careful when you are towards the end of your drink, as the you may be overwhelmed by mint flavor if you accidentally consume a mint leave that is in the bottom of the drink.
Overall, since I live so far from here, I would definitely come back for this Mint Mojito. However, they have many other items on their menu that would be tempting to try!

Delicious coffee. Love their iced mint coffee. Only downside is parking. But hey, it’s Santa Monica

NEED MORE LOCATIONS! COME TO NY PLEASE.
In love with the mint mojito ice coffee and mocha tesora. Philz was a recommendation from my cousin and I’m more than happy that I got to try it! I wouldn’t say that they are ideally a wake-​me-​up kind of drink, more of a delectable treat! It’s so creamy and not too sweet. I don’t taste much of the coffee but that isn’t an issue at all! The staff are super friendly and ensure that you like your coffee before you leave. I didn’t get to try their different coffee roasts, but maybe when i’m back in the West Coast again?
But for now, I’m just deprived of Philz Coffee. To the point, my boyfriend and I have to figure out how to make it on our own.

Parking: a block away in the structure by the library. 30 min free, next 90 minutes is a dollar.
I normally don’t drink coffee, but the mint mojito ice coffee here was unbelievably delicious.
You order from one barista, and then slide over to the 2^nd one to actually pay. Everybody in the store was very friendly. One shared gendered bathroom.
$ 4 for a small iced coffee. The cost is pretty pricey for a small coffee. This is the only negative. But honestly it was so delicious and an unique concept that I’m sure demand justifies the cost.
Iced mint mojito coffee: it’s called that because there is a handful of fresh mint in the iced coffee. The mint tastes amazing. I was worried it would be a strong menthol flavor like I was drinking one of those peppermint iced drinks, but since it was fresh mint the flavor was very subtle. Like a hint of mint. The menthol from the mint made the iced coffee even more refreshing. It was a great combination.
The iced coffee was extremely creamy and smooth. And the mint just takes it over the top.
Even though it’s a bit pricey I think it’s worth it. You should absolutely come here and try this iced coffee.

Phil knows what he’s doing cause the coffee (&tea) that comes out of this place is top grade delicious!
I noticed this place when I saw a line out the door, so naturally I hoped in line and then figured out what it was, a coffee shop… With a line… That isn’t starbucks?! Sold!
No really though, their on the spot brewed coffee and teas are simply amazing. Absolutely love their mint herbal tea with honey. Great sip when you’re battling a cold or just want that crisp «ah» feeling when it’s cold outside. Their mint mojito is also famous which is good for those ice coffee lovers.
The fact they use real mint, a bunch of it, puts this place above other chain coffeeshops.
Now this place can use a bit of a restructuring… You get in line, go to the barista when they call you, order, go into the next line to where you pay the cashier, and then sort of shift back to the general area where your barista was, waiting for your name to be called. Bit of a train wreck and elbow rubbing. Guessing they want guests to have their first and last encounters with the barista.
But anyways, good drinks.

Being a popular Coffee spot in NorCal /​Silicon Valley, especially amongst techies, venture capital backed, and on the slightly pricier end of coffee, Philz is easy to be dismissed as an over-​hyped bougie coffee. I know I did at first. But after stopping by one day with a friend and taking that first sip of the Mint Mojito, I found out how wrong I was and how hooked I was going to be. I have generally only gotten the Mint Mojito Philz way (Philz Way means medium sweet with cream), though I’ve seen plenty of people just get it with almond milk. Their other coffees are tasty as well, but the Mint Mojito is a stand-​out. Perfect sweet with a touch of minty freshness and enough caffeine to get you through the day. I’d say generally, coffee at Philz is generally a little more caffeinated that coffee you’d find elsewhere.
The store is neat too, adorned by nice, rustic wooden walls and tables and fun, awesome baristas that are happy to help you create the cup of coffee of your dreams. The line in the morning isn’t that bad, and they’re fairly quick as well. Though if you want, you can order ahead and just pick up!

I went to school in Northern California and one of my favorite treats over there was a Mint Mojito Iced Coffee. Now for the longest time I thought that it was one of those things that I could only get back in NorCal but Philz has actually branched out into Southern California now! Gone are those cravings for mint mojito coffee and making sure I grab one when I visit Norcal. There are multiple locations in SoCal now and as far as I can tell, the quality is the same as the ones in NorCal and it is just as popular.
Here is how to order at Philz. You wait in line then you order with the barista. Once the barista has taken your order, walk on over to the register and pay for your drink then just hang out until your drink is ready! I usually stick with their Mint Mojito. Their Mint Mojito iced coffee is creamy, the flavor of the mint comes through at the end and honestly it’s just a really good cup of coffee. Refreshing and strong at the same time. My boyfriend who isn’t a huge fan of coffee ordered an iced black tea. It was just what you would expect out of an ice black tea. Anyways, because of the sheer popularity of Philz, you might be waiting awhile for your drink but hopefully with more locations opening in SoCal, the line will die down! ⁴⁄₅

OMG that mint mojito coffee! How did they make it so smooth and refreshing tasting? Magic! I tried it for the first time after hearing so many people raving about it. I must say I totally understand now and I’m hooked. If only I lived closer…
The line was long and the tables were all taken on the Saturday morning I visited. I heard this is typical and that this place is always packed. It’s a little confusing if it’s your first time in there. You order with the barista first, then go pay at the cashier, and then you return to the barista and wait for your drink. There’s also an option of ordering ahead and picking your drink up. Convenient! The coffeeshop is pretty roomy with many tables, but they fill up quickly with many people taking advantage of the free wifi.
I had a sip of their medium blend «Philtered Soul.» Not bad! I can’t wait to go back and try out other blends.

All the hype in the Bay and had Angelenos going nuts when it touched down in Santa Monica. Of course I had to try it. A little too convenient for me cause it’s about 2 blocks away from my office! I must say that I have been ridiculously addicted to their Sweet & Creamy Mint Mojito! Something about this coffee that is just a great pick me up. Unlike Starbucks that makes me feel super cracked out, Philz is great caffeine jolt that lets me sleep peacefully. I love mint and they stuff the bottom of the cup with a handful and topped with their delicious iced coffee. So amazing but definitely comes with a price. $ 4 for a small & $ 5 for a large not much a difference but it is the hipster way of life so sometimes it’s good to indulge.
Also, it’s a little different ordering than normal coffee shops. You order your drink first then pay for it? Cool concept but definitely caught me off guard at first. It was obvious that it was my first time. They also do have an online order option (which I haven’t taken advantage of) but not many know about it! I should cause it takes them a bit to make your coffee.

Story of Philz.
Long story short, you have to try Philz Mint Mojito Iced Coffee anywhere it exists. It’s their signature drink. Tesora is fine too.
I’m a hunter. Not like in Dido’s, but a hunter of interesting coffee shops where you can sit back, relax, enjoy a good extra hot cup of coffee with good company. Of course frequently I go there to finish work or studies on laptop. That’s one of my top fun things to do in life. Philz is one of these places I’m talking about.
Phil Jaber started Philz coffee in early 2000’s in a mission to create less acidic, interesting and best cup of coffee. I think, like myself, if you open the veins of the Jaber’s family, dark roast coffee would come out. I know his relative, who I used to hang out a lot at his coffee place close to UCSF Parnassus, San Francisco. I tried Philz in several locations in SF, including Mission District (original one), Van Ness, Castro, South SF, and the closest one to me in China Basin. My favorite mint mojito was at the one in China Basin.
What’s the most special about Philz?
1– Mint Mojito Iced Coffee phenomena. Even for a dude like me who likes coffee almost always extra hot dark roast black, I find this mint Mojito coffee very tasty. It has to be delicately sweet, balanced in coffee and creamer ratio. Not all locations are masters in this. It needs a chemist hand.
2– Their cups design.
This location in Santa Monica is fantastic! It has the advantage of taking a glorious stroll and watching the sunset by the beach while romancing the mint Mojito. It’s simple yet lovely way to add a romantic touch to your weekend evening. Staff were friendly. Space is reasonable for SM. We had to ask the barista to sweeten more our mint Mojito.
They’re opening new branches in D.C. this year.

Mint Mojito Iced Coffee!
You can’t go wrong!
Order with the barista, pay at the cashier, and wait for your drink to be prepared :)

I’m from the bay area, and Philz Coffee is hands down the best coffee EVER! I was so happy to discover that there was one in SoCal. It was perfect to grab some coffee and walk around third street promenade.
I have been to so many different coffee places. Nothing beats the mint mojito iced coffee here. The fresh-​looking mint leaves on top of the drink adds such a special touch. Sipping on the mint mojito, the drink tasted delicious & refreshing without the heavy coffee flavor. FYI that the mint mojito only comes iced, and is not served as hot. I highly recommend trying it at least once in your lifetime. You won’t regret it. When the weather is chilly outside, I love to get the hot Tesora. It’s so good, and keeps me warm while walking around Santa Monica.
For those of you who are not familiar with how this coffee place works, it can get a little puzzling. As you enter through the door, you directly order your drinks with the barista. You subsequently head over to the cashier to pay for your drink. Then you hang around the barista who originally took your order to pick up the wonderful drinks once they’re ready. It can’t get any simpler than that.
This location has a good amount of seats. I saw some people taking a nice cat nap on the couch. Some were catching up on reading. Others were having a blast hanging out with friends. I will undoubtedly be returning for more coffee!

I was so excited to come here! I knew Philz Coffee expanded to LA, but I’m not usually in the area… and if I am… it is not to drink coffee.
I had the Mint Mojito Iced Coffee. I thought that it was really good! I was bummed that it didn’t come hot, but the barista said that they wouldnt recommend putting the mint leaves in hot temperatures. I thought that this drink was a good amount of sweetness! It was really smooth and no bitter aftertaste.
I will definitely come again if I’m in the area. I want to try some of the other drinks!

Um… can I have a cup of that Mint Mojito EVERY morning?!
I’ve heard people rave about Philz for the longest time, but I’ve never made the effort to drive out to Philz for coffee, because I figured its just coffee right? WRONG! Philz makes some of the best cups of coffee I’ve ever had. I’m no coffee connoisseur, but my hardcore coffee loving friends absolutely love it and now I know why.
First off the baristas at Philz are super sweet. I was snapping our barista and she let me capture her awesome high pour. All the coffee here is made drip style so it takes a bit more time to make, but it’s well worth the wait. I also can’t stop raving about that Mint Mojito blended coffee. I absolutely love mint so I naturally gravitated towards ordering that drink. I was pleasantly surprised at how delicious and refreshing that drink was. It was not overwhelming in any way and had the perfect amount of froth in it. My only wish now is for Philz to open up more stores on the East side! I promise to be a regular customer Philz!
Love,
Your new coffee loving fan

It’s Philz. If you have never been. Go!
Amazing one cup brewing. Fresh friendly service. I’m from NY and trekked my way here for the Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee. Yum!

I don’t drink coffee regularly (because I’m a total tea snob) at all, but after hearing rave reviews about the mint mojito iced coffee from Philz, I had to give it a try when I was in Santa Monica. The mint mojito iced coffee was refreshing and delicious, and my fiancé had all good things to say about his ecstatic iced coffee (a blend of all of the coffees).
Their menu is written out on a huge chalkboard and separated by roast blends and types of coffee. The barista greets you and takes your order, you pay for your drink at the cashier, and the barista calls out your name out when your order is ready for pickup. There’s plentiful seating throughout the shop, as well as free WiFi.
P. S. It’s coming soon to DC!

I’ve been wanting to try Phliz after seeing a lot of Philz check-​ins. As a coffee addict, I knew this place was a must try. I fell in love with the deliciously crafted iced coffees that I came here two Sundays in a row.
Mint Mojito Iced Coffee (4 stars) — I love this creamy coffee that was not overly sweet. I also liked the balanced natural mint flavor, which is much better than Demitasse’s Iced Minty Cubano.
Iced Mocha (5 stars) — It’s one of the best iced mochas I’ve ever had with a good amount of delicious chocolate flavor.
The service (5 stars) was great during both visits. It’s sometimes hard to find great coffee with friendly service. The baristas are very knowledge about their coffee and very welcoming if you are a newbie. They customize your drink to your liking. Since my fiancé usually orders lattes, our barista suggested ordering the iced mocha, which he loved. The ordering system is different yet organized. You place your order with the baristas, and you pay at the cashier while they prep your order. It’s not the best place to have a coffee date and stay and sip because people with laptops have already claimed a spot. So it’s best to just order your coffee and go.
I can’t wait to go back to get my coffee fix.

I love this place! Staff is super friendly and helpful! There’s a helpful board with instructions on how to order and pay for your coffee. Line moves swiftly and every cup is made to order with love. Remember to try your drink before you leave the counter and let your barista know if it’s to your liking or not? Did it miss the mark? Perfection so their name is their game. They’ll keep trying until they get your stamp of approval!
Not sure what to order? Talk to a barista about your likes and dislikes and they’ll suggest something yummy to quench your thirst.
The only minus side is that this location is very far from me but there are closer locations to me and I totally plan to go to those for my java fix! Starbucks who? Coffebean what? This is my new java fix chain!

Honestly one of the best coffees I’ve ever had. Considering how I am not a coffee drinker, I feel like it says a lot. I think what makes this stand out so much is their balance of keeping good flavor from the coffee combined with whatever addons they put like cream, flavoring, sugar, etc.
I got the mint mojito, medium sweet and medium creamy and it was just perfect. Not bitter and not overly sweet. Great taste of mint. I also tried my friends ecstatic iced coffee and it was just as delicious! So good! I would 100% drink more coffee if it was philz coffee.