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Intelligentsia Coffee

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Intelligentsia Coffee

Elevating a daily ritual into a culinary experience. Direct Trade - since 1995. You’ll recognize it by the big logo on the corner. This is not a retail location.

Our Fulton Street Roasting Works is home to our three Gothot roasters, our QC lab, training room, coffee storage, screen printing workshop and headquarters.

06/05/2026

Two coffees, from one of the world's great coffee-growing regions.

Our Taste of East Africa Bundle pairs Burundi Yandaro and Ethiopia Kirite Washed, offering a chance to explore the floral, fruit-driven profiles that define coffees from the region. We’ve sweetened the deal with 20% savings available now: https://bit.ly/4xcNYaa

06/02/2026

New travel companions just arrived for your next adventure.

A petite option for the cappuccino-lover on the go, and a spill-proof tumbler perfect for tossing in a backpack or tote on your way out the door.

These pieces from KINTO are available now: https://bit.ly/4pdFVEZ

05/31/2026

Cold Coffee Season is here!

Our Cold Coffee Blend was designed to perform beautifully over ice. Whether steeped overnight or brewed directly over ice, this blend is all about sweet caramel and sparkling citrus notes.

Our blend components evolve with the season. Taste the current iteration at: https://bit.ly/3QapoGn

05/29/2026

We’re nearing last call for Spring Seasonal Drinks at our coffeebars. Step out this weekend to taste favorites like the Iced Tea Sour and other features from our specialty drink menu. Be on the lookout in the next few weeks for the announcement of our Summer lineup!

05/25/2026

An extra day to rest and recharge means being treated to a little something extra. We hope you're around good company or get a quiet moment to yourself with a good brew today.

Tomorrow is the final day of Memorial Day savings, so head to our website for deals that keep the good times rolling.

05/23/2026

You know us by our full name, but you can call us Intelli.

Heavyweight, mineral washed, and perfectly worn-in. Our newest tee is available on coffeebar shelves and online now.

05/22/2026

This weekend, stop into your local coffeebar and enjoy 20% off on coffee bags, gear and merch. It’s the perfect time to grab that single origin or new dripper you’ve been eyeing.

Can’t make it in? Head over to our website for the same great deals, now through Tuesday.

05/21/2026

Roasting at our Chicago headquarters in under 30 seconds.

Our most limited lots are roasted on our beloved vintage yellow Gothot. Year after year, feedback from our Direct Trade partners has helped us craft unique profiles for each coffee we turn through this machine. Nudging levers and turning wheels, operating this roaster is a hands-on process we’ve maintained for decades.

05/20/2026

Warmer days call for cold coffee. Keep things cool with our ready-to-drink cold coffee and lattes this summer for sweet and balanced flavor on the go.

Get Cold Coffee by the can or case from your local coffeebar or by visiting our website.

05/15/2026

Step out in a new classic - our Ringer Tee is here for versatile, everyday wear. Vintage inspired and complete with a cream and black theme, a boxy fit and an iconic ringed collar. Made in the USA and screenprinted in Los Angeles for durable use, time after time.

Find it at your local coffeebar or at: https://bit.ly/4ntQfcN

05/13/2026

Looking to refine your pour over at home? Our coffee team shares a few pointers with our latest release, Bolivia Takesi Geisha.

Adjusting ratios, grind size and pour rate are just a few ways to modify a coffee’s tasting notes to your liking. See the guidance below for your next brew:

•20g coffee to 340g water (1:17 ratio).
•205°F water temp.

1: Start timer, begin 60g bloom.
2: At 25 seconds, pour to 100g.
3: At 1 minute, pour to 260g.
4: Once grounds become visible, pour to 340g.

•If it tastes thin, muted or sour: first grind finer, then consider updosing.
•If it tastes bitter or astringent: first grind coarser or pour more gently.

05/12/2026

Takesi Geisha moved fast. Our most anticipated release of the year sold through online almost immediately this past weekend.

In case you missed it, a small number of bags and pour over service are still available at just a few Intelli coffeebars. Quantities are extremely limited, so don’t wait too long to experience this year’s release.

05/08/2026

Our most anticipated release of the year is here. Finca Takesi Geisha is available now on our website and in our coffeebars, with pour over service also starting today: https://bit.ly/4dxiEv6

To celebrate this year's release, we are offering a limited Takesi bundle including the coffee and a tee shirt featuring a design inspired by our travels to the region.

Grown high in a narrow fold of the Bolivian Andes, at what may be the highest coffee farm in the world, this coffee develops under extreme conditions. Slow, steady cherry ripening brings exceptional clarity and depth, while the Iturralde family's meticulous care preserves the elegance of the Geisha variety and the character of this remarkable place.

In the cup, it is floral and complex, with lively bergamot aromatics and a sweetness reminiscent of rainbow sorbet and açaí.

We're excited to share this special coffee with you for our 13th consecutive year — it will not last long!

05/06/2026

From the world's highest coffee farm, Finca Takesi Geisha arrives this Friday.

Our most anticipated release of the year, marking 13 consecutive years of presenting this rare and distinct Geisha from the high peaks of Bolivia.

This year's crop is one we are especially excited to share, with vivid sweetness, citrus florals, and a deep, lingering berry finish. This one has it all.

We will also release a limited run Takesi merch bundle you won't want to miss.

05/04/2026

Los Angeles in motion.

Santa Monica, we’re riding with you every day — bringing signature coffee and matcha creations, rotating seasonal drinks, and local food offerings.

Have you stopped by yet? We look forward to welcoming you.

Open daily 5:30 AM–8:00 PM at 3010 Pico Boulevard.

04/29/2026

Once a standout feature of seasonal drink offerings, our velvety housemade vanilla cold foam can now be added to any drink, at any coffeebar.

Ask for cold foam on your next visit to elevate your favorite beverage - tastes especially great over ice.

04/25/2026

Patio season is here and so are three new specialty drinks to enjoy alongside good company.

The flavors of the season are the Strawberry Cloud Matcha, Iced Tea Sour, and Brown Sugar Miso Latte. Each crafted to capture a different side of the season, from light and refreshing to savory and sweet.

Round up the crew and catch some rays with us soon.

04/23/2026

Intelli Instant is your warm-weather companion for every on-the-go adventure you have planned. From campsites to hotel rooms and long flights, you're never without great coffee.

Learn more about our instant coffee at: https://bit.ly/4otQaFN

04/19/2026

Our coffee team describes Burundi as one of the most underrated coffee origins in the world.

We come back to the Yandaro region for the ripe Red Bourbon cherries picked from thousands of smallholder farmers.

See why it's a staff favorite: https://bit.ly/3XDvLQz

04/17/2026

This seat’s for you and your favorite cup. Take a moment and sip slow this weekend at our Hollywood coffeebar, or wherever you need a pause.

04/15/2026

Coffee doesn’t just grow in Ethiopia—it originates there.

This lot from the Kirite network of METAD offers a refined cup with floral aromatics, crisp green apple, and the bright, sweet tang of red currant.

Ethiopia Kirite Washed is available now at https://bit.ly/3QFbUlM

04/12/2026

Taking inspiration from the best bar drinks, we’re excited to offer a batch brew sidecar upgrade with any espresso drink from our menu. Round out the syrupy sweet sensory experience of Black Cat espresso with a vibrant batch brew from your local coffeebar today.

04/10/2026

Our go-to espresso is on deck for the weekend ahead. Black Cat, dialed in and pulling beautifully, is an ideal companion for your spring weekend. Come see us and we’ll take care of the rest.

04/06/2026

Spring signature drinks are pouring now. Highlights of delectable strawberry cold foam, roasted white sesame seeds, and frothy lemon zest are sure to hit all the right notes this season.

Swipe through to find your favorite amongst the Strawberry Cloud Matcha, Brown Sugar Miso Latte and Iced Tea Sour. All are available now at your local coffeebar, come on by.

03/31/2026

We've refreshed our seasonal drink menu in a big way with three new options you must try this spring!

Meet the Brown Sugar Miso Latte, a hot or iced creation that perfectly captures a sweet and umami balance. To its left is the delightfully refreshing Iced Tea Sour, a true crusher that deserves several repeat orders. Capping off our lineup is the Strawberry Cloud Matcha, an introduction of strawberry cold foam and puree to our classic matcha latte.

We're slinging these out of every coffeebar location now through May, stop on in for your chance to sample all three this season!

Address

3010 Pico Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA
90405

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm

Website

http://intelligentsiacoffee.com/

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