Spoke Bicycle Cafe

Tucked along the LA River in Frogtown, Spoke Bicycle Cafe is the kind of place that makes you want to be a cooler version of yourself. Part bike shop, part outdoor cafe, it started as a neighborhood repair spot before evolving into a full-blown dining destination with one of the most enviable patios in the city. The vibe here feels completely organic—nothing manufactured or Instagram-bait about it. Just good food, good people, and mountain views while vinyl spins in the background.

The menu leans healthy without being preachy about it. Originally designed as fuel for cyclists, dishes like farro bowls and loaded toasts dominate, but the real stars might surprise you. The veggie burger is genuinely excellent—a smoky mushroom and beet patty that doesn’t try to impersonate beef and is all the better for it. The avocado toast actually earns its keep with grilled corn, pepita seeds, and feta elevating it beyond the usual. And when you need something more substantial, the regular burger with applewood bacon and spicy remoulade delivers.

This is a place for lazy weekend afternoons, post-ride refueling, or just escaping the usual restaurant scene. Grab a beer, watch cyclists cruise by on the river path, and let time slow down a bit. Whether you’re rolling up on two wheels or four, the all-day breakfast sandwich alone is worth the trip.

Spoke Bicycle Cafe works best when you have nowhere else to be. Come for the food, stay for the atmosphere, and maybe rent a bike while you’re at it. It’s one of those rare LA spots that manages to feel like a genuine neighborhood hangout rather than a concept someone dreamed up in a marketing meeting.