Go Get Em Tiger

Lots of hype, but it doesn’t hit the bullseye for me. Place needs more seating. Also, for an upscale café it’s got a chaotic vibe to it, both on the barista side and customer side. Drinks took awhile to get made. The iced almond mocha I got was great, not too sweet and intensely dark chocolate. Portion was tiny for the price tag. It was worth trying once, and if they had room to sit and enjoy it, I’m sure I’d want to try eating the cornbread jalapeño waffles on the food menu.

Came here with high expectations due to my barista/​foodie friends’ recommendations. A little disappointed mostly due to the chaotic atmosphere and lack of making my drink as I ordered it, but it was still delicious.
My summary of suggestions is this: the ideal situation would be to streamline the whole ordering process. Have a line where it’s obvious it’s a line, have the bartenders take one person from the line and lead them down the bar to wait in their designated spot, after they order make them pay on the spot so it’s clear that all the customers have to do is wait for their drink which should be brought to them. Each bartender should serve only one guest until they get their order, then pull the next person in line to that designated spot again (If you think about it, bartenders at a bar only serve one customer at a time. They get a drink order, make it, then ask whether you want to pay or keep a tab open).
I don’t mind waiting for a great drink, I just want to make sure that my order is being made and not overlooked. With the current set up, I wasn’t sure if my wait was due to the expert level of craft going into it, or if it was simply forgotten.
This is how it’s currently set up:
It’s a «bar» style café which means you walk in and have absolutely no idea where to line up, or if there’s even a line. (There is a line as it’s always busy). So you stand in what you think is a line until the «bartender» waves you over to the «bar.» Then you stand next to a few other people who are either ordering, waiting to order, or have ordered and waiting for their drinks — it’s unknown.
The bartender takes your order, but you don’t pay when you order. You just kinda hover awkwardly at the bar. The bartender places a colored cloth that indicates a hot or cold espresso drink (I think) to the barista, and the barista somehow knows (or doesn’t) what type of drink it is. it’s unclear to me how the barista who’s making the espresso communicates with the bartenders. There doesn’t seem to be a line for the drinks other than cups with colored cloth underneath gets pushed towards the barista, but lots of orders gets haphazardly placed in whatever order on the counter along (I’m guessing it’s orders from the sit down customers).
It was totally chaotic, and I don’t think the style of ordering serves either the customers or the employees. It’s so unclear that the barista didn’t know what kind of milk I ordered (there are two choices — whole milk or almond macadamia milk). I got whole but he poured the wrong one and had to redo the two shots and 12oz of milk. So this is a perfect example of how the disorganization creates inefficiencies. Multiply that by a busy Saturday morning and that’s a lot of wasted time and materials.
Also when I was ordering my bartender didn’t know how how many ounces of milk were in my latte (there’s only one size).
I also ordered my latte extra hot but due to the lack of communication or clear method in placing drink orders, it was just made the regular way (note that’s already after the barista messed it up by making it with almond milk & had to throw it away).
My bartender was serving multiple people at once and had to scan for people standing/​hovering/​crowding around the bar to either give them portions of their order or have them pay (bc no one paid directly after ordering), and the barista was alternating between making drinks and trying to figure out who to give the drinks to (that should be the bartenders job). As it is, it just makes no sense as there’s no flow to ordering & it’s all a chaotic mess.
Having said all the above, it was actually a very delicious latte. It’s the first café I’ve found that has a sweet latte option. Usually when I order a latte I put a packet of brown sugar at the bottom of the cup so when the hot milk and espresso is poured it gets melted. But the sweet latte here is simple syrup so that’s great and indicates the barista or owner who created the menu was thinking about what clients actually want and how to practically achieve that (also doesn’t mess up the latte art by having to pour in syrup or sugar on top of the drink and mixing it that way… & yes I care about stuff like that).
Also got the ginger molasses cookie which was also delicious. A soft chewy cookie with slices of candied ginger on top. Very good and not overly sweet.
And the Cookie Monster in me also got the chocolate chunk which could be improved on. First it was super flat which suggests they used melted butter instead of softened butter. And they put too much salt on top (a little salt is good as it brings out the sweetness). Also I think their chocolate chunk batter could’ve been kept refrigerated a little longer (like an hour) bc it didn’t have great flavor. Refrigerating cookie dough for an hour enhances its flavor a bunch.
Overall: I’m definitely coming back bc the latte was fantastic. Now that I know what coming here entails (a bit of a headache), it’s manageable.

This is my favorite coffee shop! I think about it about twice a week, at least, and every time i take a trip to Hollywood or K-​town area. I would recommend taking anyone here who knows what a V60 is, or people who want to taste what happens when you have quality, single origin coffee beans and experienced baristas who pull just right.
Things I get at GGET:
1. B&P (Business & Pleasure)
2. Ethiopian Espresso
3. G&B Shake

I love all the hipster stuff going on. but to me… this place tries too hard and is not a place I feel good and happy. I felt a bit uncomfortable (maybe the workers and other customers felt too chic for me haha). Anyway, I just ordered some iced coffee, my friend had a hot coffee, another friend had a cappuccino, so I was able to try a variety of items.
I think they carry mostly coffee beans that have a strong sour taste. which is not my thing. I wonder if you can ask to try some different brews/​beans if they have them made or if they could explain the flavors of what they carry. They didn’t do a very good job with any of the above.
I noticed that they have a bunch of growlers to store their cold coffee and possibly other items, so I asked if they filled growlers for customers. They had no idea what I was talking about. Obviously, they didn’t get part of the hipster coffee movement — hahaha.
I havent tried any of the food, but it looked good!
Side note: I just realized that I’m also the queen of run-​on sentences in my reviews. Sorry if that bothers you. I’m fully aware that i do this.

So hip but slightly out of control (during rush hours), however their coffee and friendly staff make up for it.
It may be the roast of their beans, the way they make iced lattes (shaken with ice in a cocktail mixer, which surprisingly produces a silky latte) as if they’re bartenders serving cocktails, or the hip, fun atmosphere that makes Go Get ‘Em Tiger the place to go but it’s their service that robs them of their five star review.
You walk up to the bar and whichever cashier/​barista is open, to whichever customer can get to the bar first, will take your order. I’ve had the unfortunate experience of waiting behind a few customers only to be served after a group of people who walked straight to the cashier on the far end of the bar.
Lesson to learn: skip the wait by going around the crowd during rush hours.

Had two things and both were really tasty.
A Farro Bowl with Roasted Carrots and Leeks…
And a Cauliflower Sandwich with pesto and a few other goodies… Sorry… I know that is not that specific, but I cannot find the menu online, and I forgot to take a picture of the menu board.
The ingredients are all fresh and the flavors were delicious.
The place can be pretty crowded and seats are most definitely a commodity. If you can score one of the few tables, good on you. The banquette seats in the front are fine, but the tables there are really too low to eat food… coffee or tea is fine…
So here’s the thing… I KNOW that as an American I am used to unusually large portions… portions that are not always healthy in size. But I am also acutely aware of size to price ratio, and the price of the sandwich was a bit high for not only the size, but the amount of food actually put between the two pieces of bread.
Will have to try some of the drinks next time, which all looked great.
It was really good… but should have been much less cost-​wise… IMO.

This is my favorite coffee shop in LA. Despite it always being packed, service is relatively quick. If it’s not quick, you can spend the time doing some people (and sometimes celeb) watching.
Try the almond macadamia nut latte (hot or cold depending on your mood/​weather). It’s got an amazing, unique taste.

This place is hands down worth the hype. Ordered a coffee and could not have been happier.

It seems like someone might have been thinking of Mary Jane Watson when contemplating the name for this shop. If my mind serves me right, she uttered those words to Peter Parker (a.k.a. Spiderman) a few times. But what do I know about Spiderman? Or comic books in general. I just know the name is catchy and the place is the shizz.
On this small strip of Larchmont there are some decent options for coffee, but this has go to be the ONE. The coffee is phenomenal, and they’ve even elevated the menu with an assortment of good eats. Coffee is not your thing? Don’t worry, there is tea and a few other non-​caffeinated drinks.
I opted for a macchiato and a brownie. Just imagine me closing my eyes and kissing my fingers like an Italian does after sampling an outstanding dish. The macchiato was perfectly robust and full of flavor, with just the right hint of creaminess from the milk. There’s something about a brownie I can’t resist, when its moist and decadent. That’s what this brownie was like at GGET, with a slight crumbly exterior. This is my idea of a perfect pair.
I had Go Get Em Tiger on my radar for quite a while and I figured this would be a great start to my year of coffee adventures. There couldn’t have been a better choice! The overall layout and design of the shop is nice, the staff is by far one of the friendliest I’ve encountered, and they serve some great stuff. No surprise from the guys at G&B.

Perfect flat whites and excellent service.
G & B is exactly what you would expect from two US Barista champions. Not only is the coffee spot on, but the staff have clearly been trained in the art of barista service.
As for food, the yeast waffle with ricotta and house made jam will leave you licking the plate.

Best almond milk lattes in all of LA in my opinion! (well they are neck and neck with Blue Bottle).
It can get busy on weekends but the staff moves quickly and is on top it! Their almond/​macademia nut milk is scrumptious! So creamy, flavorful and nutty– you can really taste the almond. They also serve food and although I have not eaten any of their dishes, they look really good.
A must– if you find yourself on Larchmont.

We were on a quick run to LA and were looking for coffee while waiting for a store up the street to open. Saw the store on the Eater top coffee list and we tried as our coffee addiction lately has been increasing.
Walked into the busy place and were directed to the coffee bar to order. It was a little confusing, but it all worked out for the best. Watching them make everything from weighing the coffee to the grind to the care put in the pour.
We ordered an almond milk latte, espresso add shot and some filtered coffee. The espresso was sweet and salty no need to add a thing. Filter coffee made me hate living so far. I can see why these guys are in the top of LA for coffee.
We will be back

Although the no distinguishable line situation is more frustrating than novel, the coffee here is outstanding and when you do get served, the servers are friendly and entertaining. The coffee shake is crazy expensive but man, that thing is delicious. I haven’t saved enough money to actually eat there but the food looks decent as well. –1 stars for the anxiety-​causing queue situation.

When it comes to coffee, I usually have the taste preferences and buds of a developing middle schooler – in other words, the sweeter and the closer the beverage is to a sickeningly sweet Starbucks Frappé, the better. Trust me, there’s no need for you to feel embarrassed for me. I’m embarrassed enough for myself as it is already.
With that being said, however, I could be turning over a new leaf thanks to this glorious little haven on Larchmont.
Clearly beloved by anyone and everyone who eats, drinks, and speaks coffee, Go Get Em Tiger was jam packed by 10am on a Wednesday morning. This, however, I’m sure is a regular occurrence considering how small the actual café is. (The coffee shop takes up a space slightly larger than a sliver on Larchmont, so the majority of people either grab their coffees to go, or savor it standing at the bar.)
Enough about the space. With drinks as good as they are, no one is really noticing the space – or the lack of to put it more accurately. As a coffee novice, I went with the safest bet – «An iced almond milk latte to go», I stated with the false confidence of a coffee aficionado.
And? It was divine. And this is coming from a coffee novice, mind you. The latte was smooth and surprisingly creamy without being overly so. The coffee tasted very round – without any hard and bitter edges if that makes any sense at all. It was so good that, now this may be a bit premature, but I’m already planning my next visit.
I can see it already– the start of a beautiful relationship and future with me and my iced almond lattes. Thanks Go Get Em Tiger. I never thought I’d say these three words, but at this point, I can’t see how I couldn’t. I haven’t even told me friends yet, but.
Total coffee convert. You heard it right and you heard it here first.

GGET is more than just a coffee shop, it also serves some food dishes as well. I ordered the smoked egg chorizo as well as the guacamole toast. The food here is great if you’re looking for something not too heavy. It’s great for a mid afternoon snack. The employees here are friendly although the ordering system here is chaotic. You have to get the attention of a barista to order, so there isnt really a line per say. Dining here can be tough for big groups b/​c they have several tables outside and a few inside. Groups of 3+ may have a hard time finding a spot.
Parking on the street maybe tough, but there is a 3 level parking garage right near GGET. I came here on a sunday and parking was free, but definitely look into the public parking space next door!

Go Get ‘Em Tiger has the best almond milk cappuccino! They make fresh nut milk, rather than the carton stuff, so the coffee doesn’t taste sour/​rancid like it normally does at other shops.
The food is really not bad either, considering they make everything behind the bar, without a full kitchen. The waffles were fluffy yet crispy, and the toasts were nice and buttery! Portion sizes are a little tiny for about $ 10 a plate.
My biggest gripe was the service. If you’re new to this spot, forget about waiting in line – just walk up to the bar anywhere. We we standing in ‘line’ and one of the workers told the person in front of us to go to the next iPad. We kept standing and noticed people just walk up to the bar and that same worker just looked at us without giving any direction.
It seemed like the cashier was ready to take our order when she was almost done with the current patron but she just shuffled us down the line saying anyone at the end of the bar could help us (even though they were still taking other orders).
When it came down to receiving the food, they don’t give any numbers or cards so that the workers know where to bring the food. They kept bringing us food that wasn’t ours and the food that we did order was placed on other tables.
The workers also aren’t careful when walking around serving the tables. One almost dropped the plate with a hot skillet on my friend as he was trying to place it on the table, and another spun around so fast that he bumped into a family, making the dad drop his take-​out waffle.
All-​in-​all, one star for service and 3.5 stars for coffee/​food.

Mhmmmm the macadamia almond milk (which they make fresh in-​house!!) latte is amazing! You can really taste the high quality of the homemade milk. The lattes are served in mason jars and the café has a very hipster feel. Delicious lattes, but def not an everyday coffee since they’re $ 7 each :(
Tried the ricotta arugula tomato orzo salad here which was also super fresh and bomb. Zucchini bread is so moist, sugary and delicious. They have a bunch of other food options like waffles and sandwiches that looked and smelled amazing. Will have to come back to try!
Seating can be tough during peak hours :/

Meter parking on the street.
Just walk up to the counter and order from any worker.
I ordered the almond macadamia milk iced latte, which was good. Good flavor, not too sweet or bitter. The nut milk is made fresh!
I have also been here for their christmas holiday menu, I had the gingerbread latte and that was good! Better then Starbucks! Soooo much better!
The ginger cookie was good; fresh, strong ginger taste, pieces of real candied ginger baked into the cookie.

Go Get Em Tiger is really more of a coffee stand with food than a café. There isn’t a lot of seating and the few tables they have are narrow high two-​tops with stools, along with a windowseat area with some small, like, boxes as tables. They also have limited seating available outside. This place is by the same dudes from G&B Coffee and I believe they have the same coffee menu, or at least very similar. They’ve got their barista competition trophies on display, if that’s important to you, and they let you taste the black coffee before choosing one. They don’t do pourover, though…
I got the Sweet Latte (just ok) and the fiancé got one of the Ethiopian blend coffees. We also ordered the scrambled egg biscuit and the savory cornmeal cheddar waffle. The biscuit was way too dense but the waffle was fantastic. Crispy on the outside and just cheddary enough, it came with whipped butter and a little tub of honey. If you order food, definitely opt for a waffle. There’s a reason their sign outside says «COFFEE AND WAFFLES.» My waffle was delicious but I also found a small piece of metal in it. They apologized and made me a fresh one and comped our entire meal, which was pretty generous of them. They also have a variety of fancy toast and pastries as well as bags of coffee and their GGET merch for sale.
As for ambiance, there were a lot of moms and kids but it was early Saturday morning. I imagine the clientele gets a little more hipstery as it gets later in the day.
I like GGET, don’t love it, but I’ll definitely be back for another cheddar waffle!

One does not line up to order coffee here. Just go right up to the «bar» like in a real bar, and the barista will get your order.
This café sells pastries and has a decent amount of chairs and tables. Especially for a café.
Their mocha is great!
More importantly, they offer Stumptown Coffee Milkshake! Stumptown. Coffee. Milkshake!!!
Parking, as usual here in Larchmont, is not the best, but I have never actually had any problems finding one. A lot of people seem to just go in and out of shops.