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06/10/2026
Happy birthday Dee!
The woman behind good people that has become a staple in the community, we all appreciate her so much and she shall be celebrated! 🥳🎂
06/10/2026
🍒 Cherry Vanilla latte 🍒
One of latest additions to our summer menu, house made cherry syrup paired with our legendary vanilla syrup!
06/07/2026
One of our new additions to our house made fruit purées, our mango purée pairs so well with espresso/matcha tonics and matcha lattes 🥭
05/28/2026
Our retail is always stocked with beans ranging from Fruit Bombs to Perfect for Milk.
Treat yourself or the coffee nerd in your life everyone’s (mostly) fave bean ☕️
05/07/2026
your barista won’t tell you when she’s crashing out but there will be signs 🥲
05/04/2026
Yall held on till May and made it to Star Wars day!
Come on in and enjoy our limited time Star Wars drink menu,
this year we added the Ube Ube to our annual line up. Try it before it’s gone to a galaxy far far away 🚀
05/01/2026
Star Wars day is almost upon us!
For a limited time come in and enjoy one of our signature Star Wars drinks!
The light Saber (shown in video)
Espresso/matcha + tonic + lavender + orange
Ube Ube
Espresso/matcha + ube + brown sugar + ube cold foam
Princess Lea
Espresso/matcha + caramel + vanilla cold foam + gold dusting
05/01/2026
“The Ube Ube”
In a galaxy far far away Dee was born in Manila, Phillipines. Although she grew up on planet Australia, her parents raised her with a Tsinela.
She has been lucky enough to grow up with the sweet earthy UBE goodness.
This espresso/matcha based drink with our Ube elixir and cream will be your delight.
ang iyong panlasa ay magpapasalamat sa iyo
“Your palate will give thanks”
04/21/2026
the mystical arts of milk carton throwing must be studied
04/16/2026
This year we introduced Hand Brews to our lineup
This would not be possible without the roasters that create the Juice Bombs you enjoy at the shop 🧃
Thankyou for trusting us to extract your incredible concoctions 🙌🏼
To do this we needed some tools so HUGE shoutout to .co for their tools including a California themed kettle with that superior 🪿 neck we all love 😍
Finally to our family for always letting us bring the Goodpeople vibes and creating the best extraction machines .. Period 🫶🏼
04/16/2026
would not have been the same without Chicago’s on bar!
We’re stoked we could partner with them using the crowd fave “Machete”.
A barrel-aged blend that will punch you in the face with whiskey notes.
We’ve had this on our Modern Menu for 2yrs now and it’s not coming off any time soon!
Shoutout to for making it look sexy 🔥
04/14/2026
The Sawtelle dog walking crew has been growing 🫶🏼
We’re on again at 5pm!
Come through to meet some cool people from the neighbourhood and socialise your dogs in a healthy way 🥰
03/25/2026
Dry cappuccino? We gotchu ☕️
03/22/2026
Pup meets are officially happening at Good People!
Starting 4/7 every Tuesday at 5pm bring your pups and join us on the patio. Well be leading a hot pup walk and will be taking new routes each week through the neighborhood so the pups will never get bored 🐶
03/20/2026
Looks can be deceiving, from the street we may look like a small cafe but walk on in and you’ll be led to the largest patio in sawtelle!
Week days are perfect for chill study vibes and on weekends we turn up the music and enjoy the sun 🌞
03/18/2026
Good People is welcome to all! We know how hard it is to give up your coffee shop in a break up, so we got you boo 🥰
03/17/2026
Purple ones!
The purple nurple is an ube latte that pairs well with our espresso or matcha! Delicious and all the girly girls love it💜
03/16/2026
Monday starts here.
Fresh shots pulling, sun on the patio, and the dog run already getting busy.
Grab a coffee, bring your pup, and ease into the week the Sawtelle way.
☕ Espresso flowing
☀️ Patio open
🐶 Dogs always welcome
03/15/2026
The experience of a good Coffee/Brunch spot .. starts from the line.
All forms of hip moves are encouraged 💃🏻🕺🏾 .. especially when Benito is playing 🤭
03/07/2026
Continuing our highlights!
This stop is a nighttime must from 5pm Tuesday - Saturday is a place that really celebrates community whilst serving delicious Peruvian cuisine.
Shoutout to for the being the bad B who does our beautiful murals!
Shoutout to Keyonna from for taking us on a wine journey! Absolute Boss Black Woman owned!
03/03/2026
The staff you love, can you guess who’s who? 😛
03/02/2026
Respectfully…
this isn’t that frozen-then-baked situation.
Black beans.
Four cheeses.
Wrapped, pressed, and melted in-house.
If it drips, it’s supposed to.
Sawtelle mornings.
02/27/2026
We didn’t open in 2017 pretending we had the answers.
So all of 2018, every weekend, we tasted coffee with our community until we understood your palate.
That’s how F*ck the 405 was born.
And why we now bring in rare coffees you’ll probably never see twice.
Tea and matcha have leveled up too — and they’re joining the tasting table.
Saturdays + Sundays
7–8AM
Sawtelle
If you like geeking out before the city wakes up — this is for you.
02/24/2026
It’s Always Sunny @ GoodPeople
come through, enjoy your favorite drink, grab some brunch and enjoy the spacious patio with plenty of outlets, unlimited Wi-Fi and the perfect place for your fur baby 🐶
Address
11609 Santa Monica Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA
90025
The coffee shop and sandwich shop on Santa Monica Boulevard can be accessed by both public transport and driving.
Public Transport Directions:
Take the Metro Bus 4, which runs along Santa Monica Boulevard, and get off at the stop near The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf. Walk for around 5 minutes towards the west until you reach the coffee shop.
Driving/Parking Directions:
From Downtown LA, take Interstate 10 West and exit at Overland Avenue. Make a left turn onto Overland Avenue and then turn right onto Olympic Boulevard. After driving for approximately 1 mile, turn left onto Santa Monica Boulevard. You will find street parking available nearby or paid parking lots in the area.
Note: This information is provided without disclosing that it's for Good People Coffee Co.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
7am - 7pm |
| Tuesday |
7am - 7pm |
| Wednesday |
7am - 7pm |
| Thursday |
7am - 7pm |
| Friday |
7am - 7pm |
| Saturday |
9am - 4pm |
| Sunday |
9am - 4pm |
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What people say
Good People Coffee Co on Santa Monica Boulevard is a must-visit for coffee lovers in Los Angeles. This coffee shop and toast joint serves up some of the best single origin coffees and craft coffee in town. Whether you prefer a strong, smooth pour-over or a skinny vanilla latte, they have something for everyone. The community coffee house brings local coffee roasters together to offer an amazing selection of coffees and house-made syrups that pair perfectly with their delicious toast.
What sets Good People Coffee Co apart is their commitment to sourcing only the best ingredients. They make their own nut milk, house-made syrups, chai, and fresh teas to ensure that every drink is top-notch. The down-to-earth space and vibe make it the perfect spot to relax with friends or get some work done while enjoying great music.
The baristas at Good People Coffee Co are friendly and knowledgeable, providing top-notch service with a smile. You'll feel right at home as soon as you step inside this welcoming space on Santa Monica Boulevard. So if you're looking for good people, good coffee, and good vibes, head over to Good People Coffee Co today!
