Great place to work on your laptop. Super friendly staff and amazing coffee selection. Some of the best espresso I have in a long time. I like their regular coffee as well. They have an area with sofas in the back, love that. Clean bathrooms and some good pastries.

Lovely interior decor! I can’t believe I wasted an hour in Starbucks. I love small businesses because they’re always more personable. Amazing bagel and great drinks. Someone else mentioned not feeling rushed and that’s a perfect description. Anyone who lives near here would benefit from being a regular customer! Just such a great atmosphere.

This place has been open so long for good reason: excellent coffee, food, and service!

Adorable store! The drink I had was amazing!!! Fun hip vibe!Double bonus if you are a fan of the tv show ‘This Is Us’ as this is where Toby danced to celebrate Kate’s pregnancy - it looks exactly like it did in the show and you expect Toby to dance his way back inside!

Nice lil place, parking can be a pain on the street.

Dope vibe, great coffee, and great sandwiches. Very pleasant baristas were welcoming and super friendly. They also use La Colombe coffee, which is fantastic.Definitely come back here next time Im in the LA area.

Great seating and good WiFi. Great spot to work from.

Finally got to try it since they open later now 😄Good cold brew coffee. Decent muffins too.

Holy hell. If Yelp ever adds the option for more stars I will fly back from Minnesota just to re-review and add more stars. We were staying down the road for a Dodger game and NEEDED a coffee before heading up to Napa. Swork happened to be the closest to our hotel but given the great reviews, I would have gone out of our way to find it.We found street parking easily and were greeted right away by a longer haired barista. I’m really bummed we didn’t catch his name because he really made this experience what it was. The drink menu is extensive with unique coffee and non-coffee drinks without being overwhelming. For food they had a great variety of fresh pastries and bagels and some heartier sandwich style bagels. I knew I’d made the right choice before we even ordered.I got the iced vanilla bean latte (heads up, there is a slight upcharge for iced v. hot drinks) and the avocado bagel while my fiancé ordered a caramel latte and coffee cake. The barista asked if we wanted regular or salted caramel - we didn’t even know that was an option and I’m not sure if it is or if it’s just his own special touch. He even poured a bit into an espresso cup so my fiancé could try it and make sure the sweet/salty ratio was right. Seriously, above and beyond. My vanilla latte was incredible, not too sweet with real vanilla bean.The avocado bagel was the real star of the show. I was expecting a few slices of avocado but when I got it it was overflowing with honestly what felt like a whole avocado. The flavors from the fresh lettuce, tomato, everything seasoning (and is that pesto?!) complemented each other perfectly. I was only able to eat like half of it right away and had to put the other half under the seat to hopefully stay safe and cool so I could come back to it on the road.To summarize: fresh and real ingredients, great variety, welcoming vibes, friendly service, generous with avocado. Is there anything else you could ask for?

Its our last full day in Eagle Rock (Los Angels). We stop by this little corner bistro to have a cup of coffee before our son was dismissed from his last day of STEM class. I was impressed with the class of service we received. As we waited for the time to pass, my eyes kept going back to the smoked salmon bagel. I couldnt resist it any longer. I purchased said bagel, and was blown away. This was the best bagel combo Ive ever eaten in my life. Flavors out of this world, and the smoked salmon was top notch. This is a must stop if youre in this area.

Ive been coming here for over a decade. Theres Usually great service, ALWAYS great coffee! Very kid friendly with a kids play area (pre covid) Delicious smoothies and amazing snacks. One of my favorite coffee shops. Oh yeah they also have a great loyalty card program. 11th drink free! Oh and also theyre fresh in-house whip is to DIE for.

Machiato was particularly good! 👍 👌 Smooth, nutty, and not too bitter! 👍 👍 Prosciutto and salmon bagel toasts were very nice with a delicious creamy cheese 🧀 😋

Coffee was smooth. A bit pricey to what I am used to. Though the quality can justify this as a good place to stop by on occasion as a change of pace. The space doesnt feel crowded even when busy. The farmhouse bagel is fresh and the greens on top taste great.

When I went here, I had never been to Sworks. A friend wanted me to meet her there as a location. We decided to support this local coffee shop and were thrilled with the service and friendliness of the staff. Proper measures were taken to ensure customer safety. A+

Very nice employees. 2 weeks ago today I was in the area because my grandma took a turn for the worse and was passing. The gentleman ringing me up didnt know why I was there yet he was very sweet and it gave me a little lift during a hard time. I will remember that. Thank you guys.

Great atmosphere. Friendly service. And best of all, great coffee! Very eco friendly as well.

I truly love this local spot-their baristas are thoughtful & nice. Hilarious how rare that is but I appreciate it so much. Better yet their coffee and pastries are so delish! I LOVE their vanilla latte, they actually put real vanilla beans in! 💕👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

It was about 9:15 am April 10th, 2021, I visited Swork Coffee for the first time Saturday morning with a new friend. She had raved about their coffee and I was excited to try it out.We were excited when we walked in as it’s only our third date plus that combined with the wonderful pastry selection displayed in front of us made it extra fun.She was having trouble reading the menu as she forgot her reading glasses so I ordered my Americano and helped her read the selection of teas from the menu. She proceeded to place her order, my date has an accent and the young lady behind the counter was having difficulty hearing her order. My gal pulled her mask away (not down) from her face so she could be better heard and the staff member immediately interrupted by snapping at her telling her “You need to put your mask back on!”Strike one.There is a huge piece of plexiglass in-between the two of them, making hearing more difficult to hear and I guess offering a layer of extra protection.My friend was taken aback by the employees shortness she asked if I could place her order for her. So I did. We then ordered some pastries to go with our drinks, beautifully fresh blueberry danishes.It clearly felt as if the female staff member was annoyed or even inconvenienced by having to help us. It was very rude.A few minutes later, as I was grabbing our coffee and tea at the pick-up bar from the same female employee, she turned to her co-worker and said “I don’t know if they want their pastries warmed up.” Never once having the inclination to ask the customer who was standing right in front of her what his preference was.I looked at her and said. “Yes, we would like those warmed up thank you.” She clearly did not want to be bothered with customers.Strike two.Once we sat and had a little private talk about how unnecessary the behavior we had just experienced was, then we sipped our coffee, and tea which like my new friend said were wonderful. And the pastries were absolutely delicious.My date was raving about the tea so I walked over to ask if they sold it in either loose-leaf or in tea bags so I could buy her a gift to take home with her. The young man didn’t understand what I was trying to ask as he was clearly new and hadn’t learned about everything Swork has to offer, so he asked the barista about my request.The barista came over and addressing the new team member pointed at the tea menu and told him that everything the customer needed to know was right there on the menu stuck to the plexiglass. I had to capture the barista’s attention and clarify I wasn’t ordering tea I was asking if I could buy some to prepare at home later. He said no.It was as if he also wasn’t interested in interacting with the customers and certainly wasn’t being extra helpful at first as any decent experienced staff member needs to be to help out a new co-worker get it right.Right about the same time, the first young lady who snapped at us walked by behind me out in the main seating area and not once offered to assist me in my request. Another clear sign that she didn’t want to be there on a Saturday morning.Strike three.I guess the fault is management, who is either leading by example, making it ok for their staff members to behave the way they did, or they are simply not around enough to properly train their staff to offer customer service that is on par with the quality of their offerings, ambiance, and location.Left alone my date and I had a lovely conversation, admiring the space, the treats, and enjoying our time together.It’s experiences like this that make me not want to return to a business.I won’t be back anytime soon, even though my Americano and pastry were great and my new girl lives less than a mile from Swork. That’s the power of first impressions.

Cafe latte with oat milk was amazing and was really happy there was a vegan option for me to pair with my iced coffee. Short walk from the Comfort Inn where I was staying. Very friendly staff especially the beautiful red head.

Awesome spot to get work done & yummy coffee - really enjoyed my experience at Swork!I came around 4 in the afternoon on a Sunday and the place was packed. Luckily I was able to snag a table when someone left. The majority of people there were all studying or doing some kind of work. I like environments like these since the people around me will motivate me to stay focused. The interior was clean and it had overall good vibes.As for their menu, I appreciated the fact that they had a diverse selection of lattes. Im always interested in trying specialty lattes and this place delivered. I ended up getting a hot Mexican Mayan Mocha latte with soy milk (note, soy is an extra $1). The coffee was delicious. The chocolate flavor was subtle, so it didnt taste super sweet. The only thing I would want next time is to have the coffee made a bit hotter, as it was made on the warmer side. Im super eager to come back and try their other lattes!

It took a bit longer than expected to get our drink but it was delicious. Plenty of seating and beautiful decor.

Had a great and sanitary set up for pick up and take-our orders. Then the food was delicious and hit the spot! Felt indulgent while being healthy!

Their dark mocha is so good, not too sweet.

Very nice coffee shop with great coffee. No surprise this shop is filled with people doing work and studying. Great shop and want to come soon soon!

Matcha Latte was not particularly good, because I got lumps of Matcha powder! I didn’t like the way it tasted either, because it seemed over brewed or even burnt! I will be back to try the coffee ☕ ☕ I will try to revise my review by then! I just cant really recommend that Matcha 😕 😪

Beautiful cafe, relaxed ambience, great coffee and coffee selection including cold brew, good selection of small bakery items and light meals. Free wifi too. Great place to chill at.

Excellent neighborhood coffee house has been here supporting Eagle Rocks college scene for decades now.Espressos here are made strong and with care. The bake goods are also excellent. Kudos to whomever oversees their bakery supplier.Sitting room is often times limited, but that is due to popularity and simply because it is a nice place to be.

I used to live down the street from SWORK back in 2001 and I was here for the grand opening. I ordered a Mexican Mayan frappe 😋 it was so good I loved it!!! I ordered it everytime. It was my favorite drink for the 9 years I lived down the street. I came back yesterday to visit family that still lives in this neighborhood and I stopped in with my little girl and I ordered a decaf mexican mayan. Wow 😲, how disappointing! Barista woman got bothered and responded with...this is not Starbucks!! Im aware I said... Once I tasted it...I knew it wasnt the same. Its so watered down tasteless and they dont use the original chocolate shavings like before, and then our straws split halfway through our drinks😞😞. What happened to SWORK??!! Bad service, cheap straws, and the best mexican mayan frappe is no good. Oh well, I still have many great memories here😌 Ill keep. Happy New Year 🎉!

They closed couple of outlets to charge the comps so I cant sit on the coach and do my work on laptop

Wonderful little corner coffee shop! Their serenity chai latte is amazing:) I highly recommend it.

Always good coffee and treats. Back patio is a nice place to safely gather in COVID.

Hands down the best coffee shop in LA! I go out of my way to visit this coffee shop. They have the best matcha tea latte! Everyone is amazing that works there but you will be especially lucky if Sam makes your drink. He’s the best!

One of my favorite cafe’s in the area. Delicious coffee, friendly staff & impeccably clean. Excited to see that it’s open again for dine-in!

The friendly feel of a small town coffee shop in a big city. The staff are genuine, welcoming stories about your day and offering anecdotes or jokes of their own. Quality coffee and espresso drinks with a comfy kids area at the back. Good for doing work on a laptop, as well. The owner is all about a community feel. One of my favorite places in Eagle Rock.

Cannot say enough about this place. Conveniently located in great neighborhood. Accessible free parking every time, if you dont mind walking a block or two. Loads of flat service with many outlets. A friendly staff that is obviously underemployed because they are all smart and fun to talk too. Great salads and pastries (gluten free blueberry and chocolate muffins!), fresh-squeezed orange juice, all types of alternative milks, homemade soups in the winter. Sandwiches, too. All fresh made daily. Creative environment - not Grand Central Station like any given Starbucks. Close to Trader Joes and Sprouts, a library, churches, a farmers market and great inexpensive restaurants. The traffic in this neighborhood is lively, but never horribly stressful (like Glendale.) All of L.A. should be like Eagle Rock - wed all be nicer. I get work DONE here. Swork - what would I do without you?

Great coffee at a fantastic location. People are nice, the food is tasty, what else do you want?I met up with an old friend here and chatted for hours. We never felt rushed, and we enjoyed everything we drank and ate.

Their cold brew is bad; super acidic. Good baked items though and their other drinks are fine. Seating is usually fine unless youre there in the morning. Too pricey overall.

ESPRESSO PULL WAS LITTY THIS MORNING!LEEETTTTSSSSGOOOOOO!

Always an excellent time.

Dont understands why this restaurant is still allowing people to congregate ..If yall dont follow orders then what else arent yall abiding to..? Makes ya think...Hmm..

We love this place! They have Four Barrel coffee and the baristas are fantastic. Outdoor seating in the front of the store and on the side. Great space if you have four legged ones.

SWORK is a upscale coffee chain that delivers better quality baked goods, coffee and teas. The prices reflect the better quality. $3.95 for large cup of tea to go.

If you want delicious coffee and food. Swork is the place, the go to coffee shop.

Cool location with nice street view. Clean facility. Easygoing baristas that welcome you like a neighbor. Great signature drinks. Hot cocoa is the biz here!

Their Mexican Maya Mocha has made me a fan for life! A wonderful assortment of bakery items that are never stale or uninspired. The staff is lovely, possessing a vibrant early morning optimism that always manages to elude my own person in the early hours. The proximity to Occidental College does translate into a scarcity of seating space on occasion, so good luck.

This is such a cute place located in a corner. I love this place. The staff was so nice too!

This place can be great when the right baristas are working. You stand a 50/50 chance of getting a good espresso vs a great espresso. Opened the latest in all of highland park and eagle rock. Staff is always really friendly.

Awesome coffee shop. Every latte Ive had is tasty. And, its a great place to sit and relax. There is a nice area behind the building with tables, plants, string lights. Very nice vibe.

I write for a music and coffee blog called Crooners In Coffeeshops, in which I interview local musicians at local coffeeshops. My writeup reflects the positive experience that I encountered at Swork on our interview date. A huge thank you to the amazing Patricia for allowing us to film our interview there!Eagle Rock’s original coffee bar Swork is a prime (and successful) example of one woman’s motivation to bring the joy of coffee to a neighborhood lacking non-chain options. Patricia was tired of fighting the constant L.A. traffic for a good cup of joe, and from there, Swork was conceived, and she was determined to make sure the shop became a local staple in its hometown. She combined her already established entrepreneurial skills with her coffee crash course from training with Intelligentsia Coffee in both Guatemala and in the space that became Swork’s home, and with impressive efforts has happily been in business since 2001. Not bad for a little dream of opening up a local coffee bar, right?!?Swork’s incredible story is not the only thing that makes the shop special. They’re not only the first coffeeshop to provide a kid-friendly playspace for visiting families, but also the first to have dedicated computer workspaces for business-focused coffee lovers to be able to get some work done without being accused of mooching of their free wifi. They’re very welcoming of their community, and it’s showcased in their choice of classic interior, warm color scheme, and a variety of fan favorite food and beverage recipes. I strongly recommend the Swiss Latin Latte if you’re a fan of creamy and decadent drinks, and since I’m a nut for pastries, their fresh-made waffles make for a perfect pairing with pretty much any coffee option available.

Great spot to sit and read. Coffee was very well made and flavorfull.

Great service and delicious coffee. The Mexican mocha!

Its a great place for writing on your laptop. There are a lot of coffee shops in the area, but this is the best one to do work at, because its quiet, comfy, and its just the vibe of the place. All the drinks are on the expensive side, though, and I wish the cold brew was sweetened by them, like at Starbucks.

Great ambience and vibe, but burnt coffee and limited food choices make it an ok place to hang out compared to other options around the area. A nice place to study or chill, so can give it another shot 👍

Coffee is great and their specialty drinks are unique. Food is also thoughtfully healthy with quite a few bakery options. Service is absolutely friendly but sometimes they have a few breakdowns between front and back, so orders can get a bit jumbled. They always make it right though!

YES!! Love this place! It has a comfortable vibe, great coffee, and hip feel. I will NEVER go to Starbucks, no matter how big they make their patio!!!! Thank you for being a REAL community coffee shop!

This lil coffee shopwell I shouldnt say coffee shop, but this place is AWESOME!!! AND I have been knowing if this place for awhile now from an old good friend and still travel to this place from Fontana. 🌲☃️

Very relaxing and chill place where you can get introspective.

Love this place! Its a block away from my office. Most mornings I get the sunrise omlette- its amazing & only $7.50! Anywhere else in LA it would be double the price. The staff is friendly, food yummy :)

The coffee here is amazing and the space is perfect for one on ones or just to study. The location is in koreatown so its walking distance from so many great locations. They also have a coffee card where you can get a free cup of coffee after 10 drinks. Lol I finnished half after a week. However, I had the honey truffle lattee and I couldnt taste the truffle, only the honey. It still was delicious. Their croissants arent buttery and flakey as I would like. Better to get them at a bakery.

Iced americano is really good. Service was good as well. I had the lemon sesame seed muffin that was mind blowing with a mocha late, the late wasnt great but I needed a coffee so it did the job.

The hot chocolate here is the reason I mainly come here.The customer service is great. Seating is pretty hard to find here.

Local folks, solid coffee, GREAT weekday morning staff. Regular coffee roasts are a little on the dark side, but nice espresso, and will do pour-overs for you if you have time.Love the OJ too!

A neighborhood favorite. Better than ever after the last remodel. The cold brew on tap and the nitro brew are excellent additions. The menu is, in stark contrast to the chain across the street, simply delicious.

Amazing coffee and service great place to study :))

I visited this place every morning when I visited Glendale about a year ago. If I lived in the neighborhood, Id be there every morning, a regular customer! Unique espresso drinks, many original creations found only there, fresh-baked pastries. I would give it 10 stars if I could.

People are not talking but still has loud ambiance

Good coffee. Kind of a pretentious vibe mixed with the typical scientifically inaccurate health claims regarding their juices. But it seems like a popular place with courteous service, so Id recommend it over the Starbucks across the street.

Bourbon medium roast coffee with heavy cream was smooth and nutty. Delish. The environment was awesome, and the staff were personable and pleasant, and the place had been around for 18 years, so its historic AF. I see a great hangout in my future.

Great place to work, and really good coffee and muffins. Im definitely coming back!

Nice atmosphere. Good for kids because the back section has been outfitted with a round kiddie table and chairs. Good coffee.

Velvet mocha was amazing and the staff was really great!

I really like this place for the super exclusive parents lounge. Bebe can play and chill and so can I! The workers are pretty friendly, the food is limited and creative - okay so I ordered the special for a brunch bite one morning and I shouldnt have. Im not an adventurous eater and something about a sauce made me order it but once I bit in, I immediately forgot what appealed to me about the description and felt unsure what I was eating, crazy texture. Fortunately Husby traded with me and whatever he got was fresh and tasty. Maybe a little on the pricey side but not unduely so.The coffee is pretty good. Ive gotten a not amazing cappuccino and a very amazing iced specialty drink (Swiss velvet? Something like that? It was excellent.).Theres usually parking at meters around the block. Lots of tables usually mostly full but Ive always found a spot. Nice restrooms with changing table (hallelujah! Says the new parent who never thought about changing tables till a year ago)! And the little play spot is prefect for my toddler - big magnet board and lots of books. The area is super nice for a walk also.

Quiet local coffee shop in Eagle Rock. Has wonderful amounts of study space and is great for working, however, the atmosphere inside feels a bit drab and lonely. The coffee quality is a bit lacking, and it seems like things exist for the sake of existing. The cold brew and pour over methods are there but they seem uninspired. Wishing the Swork from 5 years ago to return.

2 main characters parked in front of here while filming Netflix movie the debt collector. You can see shell and Starbucks behind them. The scene was through front windshield at actors. 1hr14min47sec.

Drink delicious Coffee, Happy Services, good Bagels, muffins, good place near 4 buses, shuttle bus, happy people, dogs joy

I asked for something sweet and chocolate and they recommended the dark velvet mocha. Why I was so stupid not to think they meant dark chocolate. It was also a medium and I paid 4.50. Thats FOUR DOLLARS AND FIFTY CENTS that I wasted on something I dont like.

Love me some Mayan Coffee. If you haven no problems finding parking, its a good spot for some coffee.

What a delightful little life can be had in Eagle Rock. We may happily amble around in the sweet perpetual sunshine with strollers and yoga mats and real and honest smiles as the world saunters away its time like a brazen waterfall. So in a place that offers such a dreamy reality there must be a shop that sells beverages to match. They sell drinks that are extortionately expensive and you feel a little packed in when its busy but thats what its about here at Swork. Its like the outside inside. With its hanging light bulbs and communal toilet key swinging like a germ trap in the fridge. But it is nice! Its the best coffee shop around because its what you expect. Its wanting to be what you want. My last criticism is that no one has ever cleaned the wires that the lights hang from and there is a pretty grimey film of dancing dust hanging over everyones drinks. Clean the wires and it will be a 5 star!

$8 for a chai tea?! Given in a small cup at that. This place is overcharging and worse than Starbucks pricing. Also no power outlets in one of the main seating sections to do work, makes me wonder if they miss the point of their brand name Swork. Employees are friendly but wow pricing is seriously off for some of their items.

Cute and delicious

Great original coffee recipes with super friendly staff and a childrens play area and little table for children bas well. My son didnt want to leave

Looks fabulous. Excited to visit.

This coffee house is so chill and cozy. Cool people. They also have an area for kids to play.

Always going there to get a very good chai latte and food when I am in LA. I highly recommend that nice coffee shop.

Cool coffee spot in Eagle Rock. They have their own line of beans that are roasted for them by Intelligentsia. I prefer their cold brew or brewed coffee better than their espresso.

Great coffee shop. Good music including lots of jazz.

Reminds me of Brooklyn. Great vibe.

Love the swiss latin latte!

Great Morning Glory muffin! Coffee is too strong for me, though. Im a Starbucks girl!

After working on my laptop in several coffee shops that seem to discourage people from working on laptops (no plug ins, no wifi), it was a nice change to find Swork. Swork encourages people to come in and work on laptops, they even changed the seating to add more chairs, more plugs, and more wifi! Well Im not sure if you can add more wifi, but the place encourages daytime workers and so theyve got my business.

Had a small Mayan Mexican mocha and a cookie, enjoyed both plus the cozy environment - will definitely be back!

Swork is a good place to come work, drink coffee, and meet with friends. A coffee shop geared toward the person who wants a place to sit and concentrate. Good jo.

This place is very convenient to work at. The coffee is good and there are plenty options for pastries to choose from.

Good coffee and juices. Laid back atmosphere and friendly employees.

Swork coffee is greatest coffee so good it makes you feel like refreshed and awake. And Ready for your day.

If you have time to stop and stay, theyll serve their hot beverages in ceramic cups which doesnt happen often enough. Free WiFi with purchase of beverage. Good for studying. Recently renovated. Marked by a BIG Orange and white question mark (?) on the southeast corner of eagle rock Blvd and Colorado in Eagle Rock.

There are better options nearby. Lets start with this: it literally costs $5 for an iced coffee. This place has gotten a significant noselift but get ready for inconsistent, mismatched pricing. I tried ordering an iced Americano but it cost more than a large latte. The staff is nice but the chairs are uncomfortable. If youre looking for hip but with drinks worthy of the cost, youll be better off with Civil Coffee. If youre looking for a comfortable place to work with reasonable pricing and only a few blocks away, The Coffee Table is a far better establishment.

Kind of like a halfway point between a crowded Starbucks and a more quiet unique coffee shop. The truck driver coffee is fine. The banana vegan cookie and cranberry walnut muffin were pretty delicious.Now they have organic nitro (la colombe) 💯

Great normal coffee and amazing handcrafted coffees. I can recommend the Salted Caramel Latte.

I love independent coffee shops. They all seem to do something a little different to set themselves apart. One of the non-coffee things that Swork does is to have a kidspace for children to spend safe, nurturing time with their coffee-loving adult companions.At the end of day, though (nay, beginning), you want a solid product. Swork specializes in distinctive flavors and milk ingredients, offering a wide variety of options for hot and cold beverages. Today, I was fortunate enough to spend a couple of hours there and had both a cold brew and an iced Americano. Both of them tasted great.The environment is conducive to getting work done (if thats your thing), or just relaxing with some friends. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and they have a great spot right on the corner.