Triniti

At first glance, Triniti looks like any other hipster coffee shop in Echo Park—plants arranged just so, black walls, nitro cold brew on tap, and plenty of matcha options. But beyond the bearded guy reading Kafka in the corner and the obligatory minimalist seating, something surprising awaits: genuinely impressive food that belongs in a white-tablecloth restaurant, served at casual coffee shop prices.

The ever-changing weekly menu showcases creative dishes that go far beyond the typical grain bowl. Standouts include a little gem salad dressed in an XO sauce so addictive it deserves its own fan club, and a pole bean salad resting on creamy burrata that barely qualifies as healthy eating. The Catalan chickpeas swimming in tomato clam broth make for the perfect comfort food when you’re feeling under the weather, and the trout—crispy-skinned and barely cooked through—comes with charred cabbage and a boozy sauce that could easily anchor a tasting menu elsewhere.

The vibe here strikes a balance between cool and welcoming. Despite the Instagram-ready aesthetics, Triniti manages to feel like a neighborhood spot where the baristas know your order by heart. Mornings bring simpler fare like soft scrambled eggs with crème fraîche and oatmeal with cocoa nibs, while lunch pushes into more adventurous territory. Don’t skip the pastry case either—the kouign amann and caramelized banana bread are both worth the detour.

Whether you’re looking for a solid brunch spot, a place to work on your laptop while eating surprisingly sophisticated food, or just want to witness the magic of restaurant-quality cooking in a coffee shop setting, Triniti delivers. It’s the rare place where you walk in expecting a mediocre muffin and leave having had one of the best meals of your week.