Yonder Coffee

9028 Balboa Blvd, Northridge, CA 91325, United States
+1 747-238-4198
$$$ Coffee shop
(139 Reviews)
Price Range $1–10

Yonder Coffee is a cozy coffee shop tucked into the Albertsons shopping center on Balboa Boulevard in Northridge. It’s the kind of place that attracts locals looking for a solid cup of coffee paired with a quiet spot to either work or catch up with friends. The shop’s outdoor patio stands out as a hub during mild weather — shaded and dog-friendly, complete with space heaters for cooler evenings, making it a comfortable choice year-round.

The coffee here earns consistent praise for being carefully crafted. Whether you’re after a classic espresso or something a little more inventive like their iced lavender vanilla latte or a maple hojicha latte, each drink shows attention to balance and flavor. Fans of matcha and chai lattes will also find well-executed options that are lightly sweetened and smooth, appealing to people who appreciate subtlety rather than sugary overload.

Yonder's vibe tends to be relaxed but lively, especially on weekday mornings when the baristas are juggling multiple orders with steady efficiency. While the staff are friendly, occasional slip-ups in order accuracy suggest it pays off to double-check your order before settling in. Seating is ample, with a quieter atmosphere in the back patio making it a good spot for working remotely or enjoying a slower-paced coffee break.

Pastries like banana bread, housemade muffins, and a coffee cake inspired by local tastes complement the drinks, providing a simple but satisfying snack accompaniment. The price point leans toward the higher side for this neighborhood, particularly for iced drinks, so expect to pay a bit above average for quality and atmosphere combined.

Ultimately, Yonder Coffee suits those who value a thoughtfully prepared coffee experience in a welcoming, dog-friendly environment where you can escape the usual coffee chain feel. Early to mid-mornings and warm afternoons are ideal times to stop by, especially if you want to enjoy the shaded patio without too much hustle.

Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves coffee
Best for
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

139 Reviews
Arashk Mahjoubi Amine

03 Jan 2026

Amazingly delicious latte and matcha. I asked for Vanilla Latte with Lavender, which was as good as it could be. Shot pulled and frothing both perfect. Matcha was perfectly balanced and just lightly sweetened. Definitely recommend.

From LA

02 Jan 2026

The coffee tastes really good. I got double espresso and it was great! The place has plenty of seating in the back patio. The atmosphere was quite with outdoor seating. Price was average. The people here are nice, but messed up a couple of my orders. They need to pay attention when taking order. It helps to repeat the order to customers.

Tricia Guy

26 Dec 2025

On information from a friend, I visited Yonder Coffee, a little coffee bar in the Albertsons shopping center on Balboa at Nordhoff. When I walked in at about 9:30am, there was a line and with 4 (or 5?) people behind the counter, the staff was HOPPING! I thought, 'coffee must be good here.' I was RIGHT! I orderd one of the seasonal teas they offer , Maple Hojicha Latte. Wow... what a difference from the giant chains with their ikky syrups. This matcha tea blend was so delicious and was beautifully made with a fancy design in the foam. I also enjoyed a pepperjack turkey croissant... yummy! My ONLY criticism is there's only the one size (for me there is no such thing as a drink that's too large!) I would love to see them have at least 20oz option. Do I have a drinking problem? Yes, but not the bad kind... coffee / tea. :-)

Larissa M

05 Dec 2025

Cute little, dog friendly coffee shop!! If you have your dog, make sure you enter through their side patio. The patio outside is gorgeous by the way, with space heaters for cold nights, and right now perfect for these warm days as it is shaded with an awning. Yonder coffee has a great variety of hot and cold drinks. I asked for a recommendation on a hot day and they gave me a Lavender and Vanilla Mixed Iced Latte. I’m really into these floral drinks lately. The staff was wonderful and my drink came out really fast. They have outlets inside and looks like it could be a great place to study or complete some quick homework work as well.

Frank

27 Nov 2025

The coffee is very very good. No complaints. In fact, all praise! I had an espresso tonic and it was perfectly balanced and great flavor. Purely based on coffee, it's a great place and I recommend it. The issue here is the price. I know everything is expensive now, but I paid $8.78 for a 12oz coffee. If it was a 24oz then sure - even then it'd be pushing it, but 9 bucks for a 12oz iced drink, simply feels like too much to me. Do with that what you will. The place itself is cute, they have an outdoorsy theme going on and have some merch. It isn't super clean though. Wasn't a game changer, but definitely noticeable. I'll probably revisit at some point because my drink was really good, but I will not allow myself to go regularly because spending $9 on a 12oz coffee feels wasteful to me.

notsavinggrace

25 Nov 2025

cute cafe, outdoor area is nice too, packed though. they have a lot of nice coffee options too, staff were nice and serving time was pretty normal

Sachi Law

29 Oct 2025

I’ve been here a few times and each time the coffee was excellent, smooth and very flavorful. The atmosphere is cute and inviting. The chocolate croissant and almond croissants are delicious. Be sure to ask them to warm it up if they don’t offer - they are much better warm.

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