Carthay Square

Feel how you feel about the hipster baristas or the gentrification of Silverlake, Intelligentsia is serving some of the best coffee in L.A with their signature black cat blend - and probably the best cappuccino. This cafe is the beating pulse of Sunset Junction. One of the reasons I come here is because there's no wifi, so I can actually work instead of checking my email every 5 minutes. There's a great mix of writers, artists, and locals. ... view more view less

Insomnia is an acquired taste, but home to many screenwriters, novelists, and artists across town who have been loyal patrons for years. If you're a new writer in town, this is the place to meet other writers - I've made some life-long friendships here. Insomnia has been open for more than 25 years, in part because it's one of the few cafes in town to stay open after midnight. Their "NO CELLPHONE" policy is a godsend. I usually stick to the iced coffee, but the cheesecakes are delicious if you need something sweet. ... view more view less