Nature's Brew by Bacari

I've been here a handful of times when I'm visiting- the food is always flavorful! There's a great display of baked goods ready to pick from, as well as a menu of sandwiches, salads and smoothies! Obviously, always a coffee #oakmilkvanillahoneyicedlattegoodness! Always clean and comfortable, not overwhelming like some places and I'm able to get some work done while I grab some food! Also #greengoddessw/chia&ginger!

Fantastic coffee... outstanding peanut butter chocolate cookie. And organic in-house roasting... Will be back!

I was looking for a place to have a bite then I found this place in my way to work great food great atmosphere but the service needs to work on just a little bit, I’m talking about the person that delivers the food to the table not the one that takes the order just to be clear ..

My grandson brought me here and I thoroughly enjoyed my breakfast. I had the waffle Benedict topped with cheddar cheese and bacon with jalapeño sauce and a side of arugula with balsamic vinaigrette. It was delicious! I also had the lavender coffee with oat milk. You sit wherever and order at the counter and they bring it to you.

This used to be my go-to spot for delivery, but the quality has really declined. Orders often arrive with missing ingredients, like the egg in the egg sandwich, which has happened more times than I can count. The watermelon lemonade is just lemonade with mint and red coloring. I've tried calling multiple times to resolve these issues and reorder on DoorDash, but no one ever picks up. DoorDash also only offers a partial refund, usually around $4, which is not even half of what I spent. Additionally, the prices have stayed the same while the portions have gotten smaller. I love supporting local businesses, but the service and quality no longer justify the cost.

Good little place to have a meal. We stopped to eat brunch here and was pleasantly satisfied. The kids loved the waffles and I thoroughly enjoyed the omelet. They have complimentary water and a plethora of coffee and drinks to mix and help you get your fix. Overall glad we found it online and stopped by. Staff was friendly and restrooms were clean. Will return when in the area again.

Nana sandwich is so delicious! I replaced the bacon with tomatoes. Egg is freshly fried and not oily! Latte is strong, I can feel they use dark roasted espresso, so if you are a “dark”guy, I recommend this place. And more surprisingly, they got lovely art for the latte!

My girlfriend and I met here exactly 1 year ago. We decided to celebrate by coming here again. Great staff. Super friendly. Very clean and organized and not to mention..cupid hangs out here once in a while.

I've been here a handful of times when I'm visiting- the food is always flavorful! There's a great display of baked goods ready to pick from, as well as a menu of sandwiches, salads and smoothies! Obviously, always a coffee #oakmilkvanillahoneyicedlattegoodness! Always clean and comfortable, not overwhelming like some places and I'm able to get some work done while I grab some food! Also #greengoddessw/chia&ginger!

Fantastic coffee... outstanding peanut butter chocolate cookie. And organic in-house roasting... Will be back!

I was looking for a place to have a bite then I found this place in my way to work great food great atmosphere but the service needs to work on just a little bit, I’m talking about the person that delivers the food to the table not the one that takes the order just to be clear ..

My grandson brought me here and I thoroughly enjoyed my breakfast. I had the waffle Benedict topped with cheddar cheese and bacon with jalapeño sauce and a side of arugula with balsamic vinaigrette. It was delicious! I also had the lavender coffee with oat milk. You sit wherever and order at the counter and they bring it to you.

This used to be my go-to spot for delivery, but the quality has really declined. Orders often arrive with missing ingredients, like the egg in the egg sandwich, which has happened more times than I can count. The watermelon lemonade is just lemonade with mint and red coloring. I've tried calling multiple times to resolve these issues and reorder on DoorDash, but no one ever picks up. DoorDash also only offers a partial refund, usually around $4, which is not even half of what I spent. Additionally, the prices have stayed the same while the portions have gotten smaller. I love supporting local businesses, but the service and quality no longer justify the cost.

Good little place to have a meal. We stopped to eat brunch here and was pleasantly satisfied. The kids loved the waffles and I thoroughly enjoyed the omelet. They have complimentary water and a plethora of coffee and drinks to mix and help you get your fix. Overall glad we found it online and stopped by. Staff was friendly and restrooms were clean. Will return when in the area again.

Nana sandwich is so delicious! I replaced the bacon with tomatoes. Egg is freshly fried and not oily! Latte is strong, I can feel they use dark roasted espresso, so if you are a “dark”guy, I recommend this place. And more surprisingly, they got lovely art for the latte!

My girlfriend and I met here exactly 1 year ago. We decided to celebrate by coming here again. Great staff. Super friendly. Very clean and organized and not to mention..cupid hangs out here once in a while.

Pros: Phenomenal food. The chef/cooks go way too hard for being a small coffee shop. All the sandwiches and meals are really good. Great baristas too. Just courteous, normal, hard working individuals that can make you a mean latte. Cons: The location and vibe is a little dark and dingy, but not holding it against them as the building they're in looks to be 100+ years old. However, they have outside seating. Parking can occasionally get annoying, but not hard to find an open spot. They seem to be cool with dogs BUT don't push it. I have a large german shepherd and they're OK with me coming inside to order but I usually sit outside with him because he's too big and restless indoor. Smaller or medium sized dogs (that aren't yappers) I'm sure are welcome.

I ordered hot chocolate. The drink is so so... and the price is a bit high And they don't serve non-fat milk!!

We ate here a few weeks ago and the food, chai tea, coffee were delicious. I've actually been craving the chai. it was amazing! Finally got to go again this morning and the chai tea was absolutely horrible. Nothing like a couple weeks ago. Watered down, warm (not hot), it didn't even taste like chai. Not much flavor at all. It was actually undrinkable. We were on the road to San Diego and couldn't turn around for them to fix it. So disappointing. Not sure we'll go back.

Nice and chill ambiance. food was good. quick service too. great variety of food options.

Wakin' Up on a Tuesday Not only were they playing immaculate tunes but the bacon and brie on sourdough sandwich I ordered was insanely fresh and so tasty. I got a hot lavender latte with oat milk to keep me powering through my freelance work and a lemon coconut cookie for dessert. The adorable barista complimented my wallet and the whole experience made my day. Thank you to the whole Nature's Brew crew

We went here for breakfast during our visit for Trojan family weekend & it was very tasty! Bacon & Brie breakfast sandwich was delicious as well as the breakfast burrito & scones. Definitely will come back next time we visit.

Nature's Brew is a fantastic cafe located near USC! They offer a variety of food and drinks, and the spot is the perfect place to come with friends to study or do work. They have a decent amount of seating inside, but it definitely can get crowded (especially on the weekends when school is in session!). You walk up to order at the cashier, and they bring the food out to your table. The customer service is fantastic! Huge shoutout to Johann for being such a friendly and helpful employee. My friend and I ordered the Sweet Tart and Tropical Pinch smoothies, which were both so yummy. I love how many different types of flavors they have, and each of them have a fun, unique taste! The texture is also great; it's not too icy or too watery. You can also check in on Yelp to get a free cookie! I got the lemon one, and it was so soft and chewy. I highly recommend! They have free parking behind the cafe, but it does fill up quite quickly. They also have free Wi-Fi! Overall, Nature's Brew is definitely the kind of place you can spend hours at and be content.

Good spot for coffee near USC campus! I love that they have so many options for syrups. The staff is always so nice and helpful. Good amount of seating and people are always meeting with friends or studying. The pastry case is always tempting as well!

The best Lavender Americano I've ever had the pleasure of getting! I got the All nighter with lavender syrup and it's so nice because it was with espresso ice cubes!!! Wish more places did that. I love that their lavender syrup is so delish because you actually have hints of lavender.

3.5 stars! Came here today with my partner cause it's pretty close by. The service and the batistas were amazing. They had cookies that were super tasty, but the coffee flavors we got, snickerdoodle and the usc latte, weren't too tasty. Maybe we should try different flavors next time, but they were simultaneously too sweet and strong. Really wanna try the food tho!

Love this gem! So cute and cozy with plenty of seating and efficient service. I tried the lavender latte- they nailed it! The almond croissant was yummy as well. Came here for a casual hang but would definitely come back for a caffeinated work session as well!

This place is usually good but the last two times I've gone has been bad. Last time I ordered a juice and a coffee. I ordered the mr. Brightside and it was all lime juice I actually got sick and the latte was all milk. This time I went and got a Greek salad they forgot the feta and there was a hair in it.

VERY INCONSISTENT!!! Every time I order from here it's a hit or miss. Some times they are nice & do a good job. Other times they are extremely dismissive & mess up my order. Today 8/23/2024 I ordered 2 iced coffees & 2 bagels via Doordash. I paid for extra cream cheese yet got little to none. I'm not sure why this continues to happen but it's extremely frustrating. Please see picture attached to view my very sad bagel

First and foremost, I had higher expectations for a joint owned by Bacari, because Bacari is great and still is great despite my experience here (I've only been to Bacari on third, not the one next to Nature's Brew though). My boyfriend and I both thought the best part of our meals were our drinks The pain au chocolate wasn't bad by any means, there was an almond on it but I don't care about that. The iced coffee was great. The herb omelette is a different story. Those eggs were overcooked, thin, and dry as anything. My boyfriend found the sourdough stale (he got the tofu scramble with sourdough toast). My main gripe was the service though. Very dismissive server (I'm sure the rest are fine, and maybe my server was just having a bad day, but I'm going off my honest experience). Whenever I talked she didn't seem to make eye contact with me, but did to my partner, and when I asked where the bathroom was, she just said yup and waved down the hallway. I get you're just doing your job, but from one food service employee to another, just be mindful of the impression you leave. Would've gotten at least three stars if the service was better.

Okay, yall.... The breakfast sandwich I had this morning changed the trajectory of my whole day. That sandwich was smackin!!!! It's the egg sandwich.

Omg. This is the only quiche ever. It was so so good, it was so savory and so cheesy and the filling was so good and the spinach was the right amount of crunchy, it just came together so well. The matcha latte was so good too, and the cup it came with looked so fancy!! Natures Brew has such a nice environment too, the seating is pretty large and differs from one seaters to seatings with four people. Aside from the actual menu, they have a variety of pastries to choose from. All look very good and they're displayed quite nicely. It was pretty quick service and all the servers were very nice :). There's no specific parking but there is street parking available nearby. Also, I've rarely ever come across a cafe where it's not awkward to eat where most people are studying, but this is definitely one of those! I'm also planning on coming again tomorrow to have the quiche again....(it was that good).

Such a cozy spot for breakfast near USC! A great place to do some homework or grab some bagels with friends. I got the banana nutella waffle and it was very tasty with candied nuts and lots of whipped cream, and the prices are not outrageous. The bagel was a little on the small side, but I definitely see myself coming here at least once a month.

This is a good place to have some breakfast. Had to do some work and decided to come here since I was in the area. I had the veggie quiche and a coffee. It was very filling and good. I like that they give you a little side salad. The cashier was helpful when I took a while to decide. They have a good amount of breakfast and lunch options. Wifi works great here and if you're not bothered by music while working, it's a great place to work.

Keep an eye on these guys. I ordered my drink yesterday and after I tapped my card the lady tapped the 20% tip button, flipped the screen toward me and said "I just need your signature." It was super quick, and mayyyyybe it was an accident....but honestly tipping is out of control and we don't need the stores making it mandatory. Their drinks and pastries are great. I'll keep going and I'm going to observe if this is a normal thing they do, or if that was a fluke.

Coffee: 7.5 out of 10 Customer Service: 10 out of 10 Super nice spot to study at or chat. Just know, based on where you sit, lighting can be quite dim (a total vibe for some). The horchata latte was quite good and the pastries were okay!

Hi there! I was craving an iced coffee and tuna sandwich spot, I know - nothing fancy. But this cafe is perfect for a quick snack and coffee drink. I noticed it was mostly filled with college students so there was a very studious environment. I loved the food - it hit the spot and was healthy. The service was fast but I'd take into consideration that it's mostly students serving you, so I'm sure that's not very consistent. But it was fast and straightforward for me! Would definitely recommend

I enjoyed my morning breakfast here. The coffee is amazing and the egg sandwich is chefs kiss.

Really cute place! I had an horchata latte and I would totally recommend. It has condensed milk + cinnamon! It is very sweet. The works are very nice and attentive, I had a pleasant, quiet morning getting some work done. I will be back.

This is one of my favorite spots to visit and, when I'm in the area, I HAVE to stop! Today I ordered my favorite drink, Noah's Breakfast, and it was DELICIOUS! The atmosphere is calming, but during the weekend, it's kinda busy with USC students studying and meeting up. The parking can get a little crowded, so I would suggest ordering online so you can pick-up and go. At any rate, try out this little spot for some yummy food and delicious smoothies!

Had a nice time here with my mom and we will definitely come back! Chill vibes for sure

I recently stopped by Nature's Brew for breakfast and was blown away by their breakfast sandwich. It was absolutely delicious! The atmosphere of the cafe was also great. It was cozy and inviting, and the staff was friendly and welcoming. It was the perfect spot to start my day. Overall, I highly recommend Nature's Brew for their delicious breakfast sandwich and great atmosphere. It's a must-visit for any breakfast lover!

The atmosphere of this place is great. I came here one day with a hangover and my mood was instantly lifted and mind rejuvenated. It truly embodies the relaxing, spend all day in a cafe vibe. I ended up trying the honey bee smoothie and getting the brisket sandwich. Lets start with the honey bee. I've never been a huge smoothie guy, and have always found them to be either not worth it or just too expensive, but this smoothie changed my mind. The combination of mango and honey provides the most soothing texture and flavor, incomparable to any other. It was impeccable. Next is the brisket sandwich. The beef was cooked perfectly, and the pesto was a nice pairing. The flavors were great, just the sandwich was a little small. However, it did come with a side salad which was also quite delicious. This place is definitely great as a hangover cure.

Ambiance was nice for studying nearby USC! The iced vanilla latte was a little bland but the breakfast burrito was so good! Friendly staff and great service!

Free coolie with the check in. Coffee making is a bit on the slow side but it is a great atmosphere, the folks behind the counter are friendly and the coffee is very good. I will be back.

I'm very upset I placed a Uber eats order and they packaged Michelle order instead of Melisa ... What I received in this order was egg and bacon, I'm allergic to egg so I cant even try and enjoy what I was sadly given. This is not the 1st time it's happened and not sure why the employees aren't paying attention. I waited an 1hr for this nonsense to get delivered. Very upsetting

Unbelievably good! I love the coffee, fresh and yummy. However, Chef Brian puts great care in his breakfast burritos. The one I had today was in a tomato burrito wrap. It was delicious!! You can always add a hot sauce if that's your thing or extra salt, but the fresh ingredients, the care in the presentation he delivers, makes the taste of the food even better! The rest of the staff are pleasant, accommodating, and warm. They totally feel like your neighborhood Coffee Shop.

Ordered and paid for a large iced coffee and a small smoothie. But was given two small drinks. I was in a rush and didn't notice until after I had driven away. I didn't think to check/compare the cups. I guess moving forward we should.

Nature's Brew is a small coffee shop and kitchen located in University Park serving up delicious and heathy food and beverages. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, there is a large selection of food items for anytime of day. There is indoor seating for approximately 30-35 comfortably and out side seating for 2 at small tables right near the entrance. Offering an assortment of coffees, natural juices, waters and smoothies, Nature's Brew can satisfy any thirst. There is limited parking available in back and free street parking in front. At a reasonable price point, this place is worth checking out

Check in for a free cookie! Great table space, Wi-Fi and service. For people that need to study, there are lots of outlets. Our go to study spot!!

I do enjoy the food and coffee here but they VERY consistently mess up delivery and burn toast and bagels. I continue ordering hoping it'll be right but rarely get my items right. I'd say if you're interested in trying it, go in person. Coffee and pastries are great tasting but it's hard to give them more than 3 stars when they can't get the sizing right and burn my food 9 out of 10 times I order from them.

Service 10/10, drinks 10/10, atmosphere 10/10! A great place, near USC, to do work of catch up with friends. I loved how you can make your own juice blend - I did beet, apple, carrot, & orange and it was so fresh and delightful. If you check in on Yelp, you get a free cookie, so my friend got the chocolate chip and I got the lemon coconut. The lemon coconut is a MUST-super tarty & very coconuty. The workers are so friendly and it's a warm, cozy place to study at!

I have ordered food and coffee here on three occasions, each experience was more disappointing than the last. I usually don't write reviews, but I feel obliged to warn people that spending money here is a waste and, honestly, with the quality of food I've had here it seems like an outright scam. I can only speak for today when I ordered two savory pastries. I waited 15 minutes for these pastries to be "warmed up" and when I walked out with my food, I took a bite and the dough was completely uncooked. It tasted like Pilsbury pastry dough with filling that tasted like mashed potatoes from a box--mush. Truly upsetting to spend money here and I believe they are taking advantage of the young students who come here to study, just serving them whatever meets the most basic qualifications for food. And barely meeting that. Don't eat here, go to a family owned taqueria nearby.

Pricey but good. I love their croissants, some of my favorite in the city. Also good the chocolate chip peanut butter cookies and smoothies. Big cafe so great to meet someone or study or take your food or drink to go.

Nature's Brew is a great spot for brunch near USC. The food is amazing - I've tried their avocado toast, breakfast burrito, and pancakes, and all of them were absolutely delicious. They also have plenty of vegetarian and vegan options available, which is great if you're trying to eat healthy. One of the things I really appreciate about this place is that they have plenty of seating available, both indoors and outdoors. I've come here with a large group of friends before and we were easily able to find a spot to sit and enjoy our meal. Plus, the atmosphere is really nice and inviting, with lots of natural light and plants. The only reason I'm not giving Nature's Brew a full five stars is because the service can be a bit slow at times. I've had to wait a while for my food to arrive on a couple of occasions, which can be frustrating if you're in a hurry. However, the quality of the food and the overall experience is definitely worth it, and I would highly recommend giving this place a try if you're in the area.

Came for the wifi, and stayed for the atmosphere. A great place to work near USC's campus. This is a bit of a lucky spot for me.. every time I work here, I end up making some type of financial or career gains. The menu selection is good. There are full meals, as well as snacks, pastries, fresh juices, and coffee/tea. I wouldn't come here just to eat, but it's a nice working space.

GREAT spot to bring friends for a quick bite, grab a coffee, or hang and read or work for a couple hours. I really enjoy walking here from the neighborhood and coming to read my book in the mornings. They offer a full breakfast and lunch menu as well as dope juices, smoothies, and KILLER pastries. My favorite is the kale and feta bureka (warmed up is a must!), but if you check in on Yelp you get a free cookie! There's so much seating inside and they offer a few large top tables as well for groups or studying, as well as two or three tables outside. Sometimes the wait can be a little long if they're busy but it's worth the tiny wait for sure. There's a lot of local art up on the walls to check out while you wait. Pro tip: order a Dookie Sunrise (an espresso shot in a glass of orange juice)--Bryan in the kitchen came up with it, honestly idk why my boyfriend loves it SO much, and chances are the person taking your order won't know what you're talking about, but TRUST it's the worst-tasting hangover help you never knew you desperately needed

A must try little restaurant. You can sit wherever you want. The ambiance is great and so was the waffle eggs Benedict with bacon cheese and jalapeño sauce and a side of arugula salad with balsamic vinaigrette - seems an odd combo but it worked. Portions were generous and the people were friendly

Nice little coffee shop near usc! I like to go here to study or get a coffee with friends. they have a really good vegan mushroom and potato pastry (even though it's like $7). They also have food, juices, and smoothies aside from coffee. They have a few outlets, ample seating, and a nice warm cozy vibe, bricks and wood. Beware they close early!

Miles has excellent customer service and he is such a people person. I really recommend you come here and meet miles

Refreshing Matcha latte- yes they have lavender too! Great menu lunch or breakfast along w cold kombucha options and traditional coca cola for soda lovers!

FUXS GIVEN = 3.3 ******************* Food = 3 Underwhelming. Looked good but tasted ok. Food came out cold and portions were small. UX = 3 Nice inside, cool art on the walls and good music. Service = 4 Staff was friendly.

Very delicious food I like this place and recommend try it. Friendly service and affordable price.

vanilla sky and torched turkey on an everything bagel are me and my bf's go to!! he cant eat milk so good brunch places are hard to find for him but he loves natures brew!!!

Pretty good for a student-dependent coffee shop; I come all the time because the coffee is decent and the space is large. Most of the staff is really sweet too. But they need some ventilation in that building; the smell of like burning food is genuinely suffocating and I always see people having to step outside for fresh air. It's actually pretty concerning. I only get to-go now because anything more than 2 mins in there and you'll smell like there all day. Might be a safety concern? Recommended if you're getting to go or if you're not asthmatic.