Stumptown’s California Outpost

19 July 2010 758 views 8 Comments

Stumptown at the Venice Grind

The word Stumptown doesn’t mean much to most Californians. However, say the word to anyone in Portland, Seattle or New York and eyes light up. Stumptown Coffee Roasters do just that – they make coffee – the kind of coffee that needs no sugar, that needs no syrup…the kind of coffee that can bring a tear to one’s eye. Rumor has it, that the Portland based company refuses to sell beans to any coffeehouse or restaurant that is not in biking distance to it’s customers. If the rumor is true, it pretty much strikes LA off the list permanently.

And after 2 years of living in LA and lamenting the absence of Stumptown in my daily life, I discovered last week that it has been brewing right under my nose at The Venice Grind this whole time! Californians! Take heed! You can skip the line at Intelligentsia (which also makes excellent coffee) and head right over to The Venice Grind on Venice Blvd, just east of Centinela for a sensational coffee experience. The Grind tells me that they are the only true brewer of Stumptown in the entire state of California. Whether it’s due to the bike lane outside on Venice Blvd or an inside connection, I’m just happy it’s here.

For a map of the Venice Grind, click here.

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Evan Kleiman said:

I love Stumptown coffee too! I love supporting local roasters like LA Mill and Cafe Organicito. And Intelligentsia, is so, well intelligent, but Stumptown has some really fabulous roasts. So much great coffee, so little time…drink up!

# 19 July 2010 at 10:34 PM

Deanna said:

I can't wait to stop there tomorrow morning! It's been on my route to work this whole time and I had no idea. Thank you for the heads up! I too love supporting local businesses.

# 19 July 2010 at 10:50 PM

Candice said:

Cafe de Leche in Highland Park also serves Stumptown Coffee!

# 20 July 2010 at 1:22 AM

Nathan Slabaugh said:

I would also humbly recommend Caffe Luxxe in Santa Monica…last I checked they use a custom espresso blend roasted by Seattle based Espresso Vivace Roasteria (of David Schomer fame; one of the pivotal figures in the American coffee renaissance of the 80's). The double ristretto I had off of Luxxe's Synesso was in the top 3 of my life, and I try A LOT of cafes…so at least worth a try.

# 20 July 2010 at 3:24 AM

hells said:

The Curious Palate sells Intelligentsia – good to know there are two great options in the neighborhood.

# 20 July 2010 at 2:38 PM

Beth said:

Also, Stumptown is at BabyCakes in DTLA! (Along with super delicious vegan, gluten-free desserts!)

# 20 July 2010 at 6:46 PM

Jessie said:

Gillian! I'm so happy you are bringing Stumptown love out to LA!!! Now I know where to go when I am out to visit!

with caffeinated love from NY

# 26 July 2010 at 5:19 AM

Matt said:

Certainly not the 'only true brewer of Stumptown in the entire state of California'. Café de Leche in Highland park has been serving traditional cappuccinos, lattes and more since last year with delicious Stumptown beans. Also, the Ace hotel in Palm Springs has carried Stumptown since they opened…

# 31 July 2010 at 10:29 PM