Funnel Mill Rare Coffee & Tea

05/23/11

Great Coffee in a Welcoming Atmosphere

by IRW005 at Citysearch

Friends from San Francisco came through town and stopped at Funnel Mill for the Kopi Luwak coffee. They reported that it was an amazing experience so I decided to make a reservation for my wife as a birthday present. We spent a very pleasant 90 minutes as owner Jason went through an in-depth presentation about the coffee and the civet cat that "processes" it. He explained about the different tastes of the coffee as the serving temperature changed, culminating with a trip to the outdoor seating where my wife drank the last of the coffee while puffing on a cigar in a match of smokiness. Yes, it's expensive, but worth it just for the experience. But we've found Funnel Mill to be much more than a place to go for a one-time unique coffee tasting experience, the individually brewed coffees and teas are excellent. Jason gave us a thorough explanation on the techniques of brewing an individual cup of coffee using a Hario dripper which we've applied at home. The place is simply but tastefully decorated. It's inviting and comfortable. We feel welcomed every time we've gone.

06/06/07

Finally someone that gets it!

by david91 at Citysearch

Finally a coffee shop that offers coffee and espresso with consideration to the particular changes of the flavors on your taste buds and in your mouth. Prettymuch every coffee shop out there especially "Starbucks and Coffee Bean & Tea leaf" has for a long time been able to get away with serving caffinated dirt water (and actually competed with it!) because nobody (at least in America) knew any better. Rarely will I ever order coffee in a coffee shop. But now that someone has made the first move to step up to the plate and think of the coffee and espresso bean in the same way that wine tasters think of wine, other coffee shops will hopefully someday notice that people now know better and why there business is droping. Thanks for steping up to the plate Funnel Mill Coffee!

05/15/07

the perfect office/creative haven/living room/relaxing escape/ideal date place

by kittyinsamo at Citysearch

i was so impressed by FUNNEL MILL that i was compelled to become a member of citysearch just so that i could write this review. i'm a screenwriter who lives in the area, and having searched near and far all over los angeles for "the perfect" coffeeshop - i've finally found it. the furnishings and decor are minimalist and stylish: perfect for taking meetings as a surrogate office; romantic enough for a date (there are several high boys with high chairs tucked away); soothing and distraction-free enough to go there to write or get serious work done; and living-room comfortable enough to take friends for a midday coffee, or hang out after a movie at night. the owners are chill, savvy and are willing to keep flexible hours to cater to their customers. IE they won't kick people out to "shut down". they understand the need for privacy and quiet, and the furniture is spaced out enough to provide the ideal creative haven or surrogate office/meeting space. AND THE COFFEE IS AMAZING. I can't wait to go back to try more items! it's like going on vacation to the coolest coffee and tea shop imaginable. free samples, unique and FRESH drinks, tasty treats, and an incredibly relaxing, inviting atmosphere. cannot reccommend this place highly enough.

• Pros: amazing ambience, easy parking, excellent service, best products + best price = unbelievable value
• Cons: none

05/13/07

Great coffee, great service, and a great atmosphere

by ctausanovitch at Citysearch

My girlfriend an I stopped by this charming place looking for a cup of coffee. Instead, we got an experience. The siphon-brewed rare coffees are amazing, as are the teas. The staff indulged all of our questions, and let us try free samples as well as giving us free pastries. The atmosphere is great, whether you're going out with friends or looking to get some serious work done. Having just opened, Funnel Mill is soon to become a Santa Monica landmark.

• Pros: Exceptional coffee and tea selection, service, and atmosphere
• Cons: $2.50 cup of coffee is not for the folgers crowd.

05/07/07

An Art of Coffee and Tea

by suko2001 at Citysearch

WOW!... This is not your average coffee house!

The Syhpon browning presentation of your coffee is a work of ART.

If you like your coffees black and smooth make sure to try the Organic Mexican Estate.