Good spot for trendy folks, but for the best coffee in LA go up the street 5 blocks to Joni's where they roast the beans on-site. Pros: Good location Cons: weak coffee

Good spot for trendy folks, but for the best coffee in LA go up the street 5 blocks to Joni's where they roast the beans on-site. Pros: Good location Cons: weak coffee
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It has a funky, eclective vibe near the beach. Good coffee an pastry selection. Great place to chill on a Sunday morning to read the paper and take a walk on the beach. Parking is non-existant.

It has a funky, eclective vibe near the beach. Good coffee an pastry selection. Great place to chill on a Sunday morning to read the paper and take a walk on the beach. Parking is non-existant.
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I have visited the cows end at least once a week for years but come on guys! Its time to get some effort into getting the place in order, Your staff are more interested in talk and nonsense than... More

I have visited the cows end at least once a week for years but come on guys! Its time to get some effort into getting the place in order, Your staff are more interested in talk and nonsense than taking care of customers, It always takes to long to get served usually because these is to few crew, and then those who are there more often are more interested in each others talk than in me the customer. The place needs a damm good cleaning and simple things like a fly mesh on the window in the upstairs back room has been needed for so long its not even funny. This is not rocket science? Its also always to hot , stupid fans are all over the place, Get real put one small ac unit in and you will save a fortune on electric and keep us all happy and spending more? I love the food, But someone should take a look into ordering Quantities nothing left in the counter at 12.30 on a Sunday No Bagels, Danish or ? And just a few pastries No wonder you can not afford an AC Unit, Yet I love the place Why I do not know? Sorry to sound so negative but how on earth will it ever improve if people only keep writing fluffy nonsense instead of the facts about what should be the best coffee house in VENICE. Finally I can not get my scone toasted? What ? I can only assume the staff can not be bothered to deal as I was looked at like I came from another planet when I asked What is this ? So I order a Bagel on one visit from the 3 left in the display, when I do get my bagel is almost toasted beyond belief, I am over making a fuss I now only visit and order a bottle of water. HOW SAD IS THAT? When it is so simple to just get it right. Finally in the interests of full disclosure, I can not stand the corporate coffee house on the other side of the street. Sorry Starbucks yet I gotta say its experiences like mine that fuel the corporate bottom line.
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Stop in to this trendy cafe and get yourself a sandwich or a coffee. The sandwiches are all made with Boars Head meat and they are generous. They also have defferent variety of coffees and... More

Stop in to this trendy cafe and get yourself a sandwich or a coffee. The sandwiches are all made with Boars Head meat and they are generous. They also have defferent variety of coffees and smoothies. Go to the beach right after or get some work done there as they are very computer friendly.
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Better that Starbucks a block away go to the cow's end for a fantastic coffee or smoothie before you go to the beach. They also have salads and you can create your own boar's head sandwich. Good... More

Better that Starbucks a block away go to the cow's end for a fantastic coffee or smoothie before you go to the beach. They also have salads and you can create your own boar's head sandwich. Good prices and a cool vibe if you are in that neighborhood it's quick and easy.
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the cows end has really great food and is literally a block from the beach. an awesome scene, the food is good and the service is decent. right next to coldstones!

the cows end has really great food and is literally a block from the beach. an awesome scene, the food is good and the service is decent. right next to coldstones!
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I liked the atmosphere of this two-level coffee shop. There were bright red sofas (though it was hard to find one that wasn't occupied) and lots of tables on both floors and even tucked away on the... More

I liked the atmosphere of this two-level coffee shop. There were bright red sofas (though it was hard to find one that wasn't occupied) and lots of tables on both floors and even tucked away on the stairs. Much more personable than your typical mass-produced coffee shop. The coffee was really good. I ordered a sandwich too (they use Boar's Head meats), and it was just OK. They have a make-your-own sandwich option where you pick your own meat, cheese, condiment, veggies, and bread. Parking was hard because of the proximity to the beach. Pros: atmosphere, good coffee, plenty of seating Cons: parking, average food offerings
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Cow's End is a Venice landmark. By summer day, tourists enjoy an astoundingly wide variety of iced coffee drinks at this establishment (one block from the beach). By night, Venice locals sip hot... More

Cow's End is a Venice landmark. By summer day, tourists enjoy an astoundingly wide variety of iced coffee drinks at this establishment (one block from the beach). By night, Venice locals sip hot things, talk, and study. Great place for people watching. The fact that it has continued to thrive with a Starbucks only two storefronts down is a testament to the wide variety of beverages and friendly neighborhood service. What many don't realize is that Cow's End doubles as a decent deli, offering a myriad of sandwiches to choose from or build. It's no Stroh's when it comes to gourmet food, but you could grab lunch here and be satisfied. Caution: the wait in line is sometimes as long as the drink menu. And, whatever you do, beware looking closely at the giant wood cow hanging from the ceiling - the thick layer of dust may be enough to send you to Starbucks afterall. Pros: Huge drink menu, peoplewatching Cons: Long line, hot inside
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The Cow's End has been apart of the Marina Del Rey beach scene forever! You go there for a great Chai Latte and a bowl of Brazilian breakfast or for the deli counter added a year back. It's open... More

The Cow's End has been apart of the Marina Del Rey beach scene forever! You go there for a great Chai Latte and a bowl of Brazilian breakfast or for the deli counter added a year back. It's open and airy with an upstairs area. It's a great place to study over the traditional coffee house because the vibe there is calm and light-hearted with fresh ocean air! There's seating to accomadate large groups too. You have to bring cash, (just like the S & W cafe) otherwise your other option is the $2.00 ATM fee, ouch! The best thing about Cow's End is it's consistency, you'll always get a good coffee or tea and the food is simple and hearty. The line tends to be long, but hey, you're at the beach...what's the hurry?
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I rode by Cow's End and had to come back to try it. I was not disappointed, and neither were the friends I brought with me. The beverage array is staggering, and the pastries are very good. Parking... More

I rode by Cow's End and had to come back to try it. I was not disappointed, and neither were the friends I brought with me. The beverage array is staggering, and the pastries are very good. Parking is a little tricky, because it's so close to the beach.
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