Copa Vida

Location: Copa Vida Cafe in Pasadena, California

I am a sucker for local coffee shops that make high quality coffee, especially ones with gorgeous interiors. When I say high quality coffee, I mean coffee that you can actually taste that pure coffee bean flavor when you drink it (something I think Starbucks lacks unfortunately). Copa Vida definitely delivers. The taste of their coffee is rich and aromatic and is something one should definitely try when in the area. You really can't go wrong with any of their drinks but my personal favorites are their mocha (iced if weather permits) and their lavender affogato (if available).