Literati Cafe

"TERRIBLE SERVICE. I've been here 5+ times because I used to enjoy the ambiance, food, and service for working and studying but I will not be back. I have never felt so unwelcome by an establishment in my life. I got there and was immediately greeted with attitude and as I'm trying to order the woman at the cash register is interrupting me. She then, of course, got my order wrong because she was too busy trying to speak over me. I ordered my drink iced and when the worker brought it to me hot, I nicely told him I asked for it iced and he took it back and said the ticket did not say iced. The woman from the register comes out and aggressively tells me "you didn't say iced but ok" and gives me my drink in a to-go cup (I asked for my drink to be for dining in). She immediately starts walking away and I tell her "yes I did" and she replies, from ACROSS the cafe with her back turned "ok". I didn't realize coming here would put me in a weird, aggressive, confrontational situation. If I didn't have to make a meeting I would have packed up my things and left as I was scared she would come over and try to pick yet another fight with me. I tried to inform an employee of the situation and all he did was say "okay" and continued about his job. I'm usually a very understanding and friendly patron as I have also worked in customer service. I'm very understanding of mistakes but this was unacceptable behavior. Why not just say my bad, assume you didn't hear me, and keep it moving? Don't come here unless you're okay with being attacked over a common mistake on your order"

"I had the worst oatmeal in my life. I don’t recommend it! To give more context about my rating: 1. For the food I gave 1 star: If you don’t know how to prepare something, don’t put it in the menu… I thought it’s impossible to f. up an oatmeal, but you proved me wrong. 2. For services I gave 3 stars because I was feeling nice however, the table was dirty, I had to clean it myself, my colleague was served a different dish than he ordered, and the correct dish took ages to come. 3. For atmosphere I gave 4 stars and kudos for the music however, the lights are facing your face like you’re in a studio… You need sunglasses if you’re sitting at some tables. I don’t really care if you’re a family owned business or a 2stars Michelin, you get the exact review that you deserve from my experience there. Take it as something constructive and improve the experience for your future customers. Peace!"

"This cafe keeps it simple with its standard cafe food, but what makes it shine is the freshness and overall quality. When it comes to Wi-Fi, though, it can be a bit frustrating. The connection has speed limits, which can be disruptive when streaming videos, making it less suitable for tasks like watching lectures. However, for light internet use, it does the job. Inside, the cafe is nicely decorated, creating a comfortable setting for studying or hanging out with friends. The ambiance is inviting and easygoing. While the outdoor seating option is appealing, there's a drawback – pesky mosquito bites. If the cafe could address this issue, it would significantly enhance the outdoor experience and make it even more enjoyable. In summary, if you're in the mood for straightforward, fresh cafe food in a cozy setting, this cafe delivers. Just keep in mind the Wi-Fi limitations and the potential for mosquito bites if you opt for outdoor seating. With a little improvement in this regard, it could become an even better spot to visit."

"Literati does the basics well. It’s a nice little brunch spot on the busy Wilshire Blvd. I’ve only had their wraps, but it’s given me a good idea of their quality. I loved the chicken Caesar wrap. The breakfast burrito was solid, It was heavy on the eggs compared to other ingredients, but good enough to where I might order it again. I opted to convert the Turkey Avocado from a sandwich to a wrap, but I think that was a mistake. It definitely would have tasted better on a chiabatta bun. Overall, I’d recommend Literati Cafe. It’s hard for me to justify giving 5-stars to a brunch spot, but nonetheless I’m happy to have this as a close breakfast option."