Coffee addicts in downtown L.A.: Get thee to Lot 44 Coffee, if you haven’t already.
Whether you’re an eco-ethical activist who won’t sip anything but fair trade, organic coffee — or a simple hedonist in need of a caffeine kick — or an artist with a conscience — Lot 44′s got you covered.
Fair trade, organic coffee? Check. Local artist showcases? Check. Organic sandwiches and wraps? Check.
I first stopped by Lot 44 during Downtown Art Walk — and loved the coffee shop’s commitment to environmental and social justice causes — despite the fact that the shop didn’t bother to hire a copyeditor to correctly communicate said commitment to the customers.
Case in point: Lot 44′s got an informative poster about its eco-ethical commitments to “free trade” (right) — but I’m quite certain that whoever wrote said poster actually meant fair trade….
Coffee-enthusiasts will love Lot 44, regardless of the eco-ethical angle. Each cup of coffee gets made individually — which means both a wide selection for your cuppa and a tasty fresh brew. If you’re hungry, you can nosh on organic wraps and sandwiches by Urban Green — or locally-made cupcakes and pastries.
Lot 44 Coffee. 257 S. Spring St., Ste. 115, Los Angeles. 213.626.4646.
This is one of my favorites places cafe’s in the area. The coffee is excellent and the staff is really nice. They also have free wifi and most tables there have power outlets, so its a good place for some serious blogging. As a bonus, they have farmers markets every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, within a few blocks from this place.
Comment by Jason Li — September 7, 2009 @ 8:52 pm
Good to know about the wifi, Jason — I’ll have to try stopping by during the day to get some work done!
Comment by Siel — September 7, 2009 @ 9:51 pm