Acafémia
Coming 2026!
Where Coffee Meets Academia
Small Business in the South Bay providing a comfortable and accomodating space for coffee enjoyers, book readers, academia lovers, and all flavors of creatives!
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I've loved the stars too fondly to be fearful of the night.”
- Galileo Galilei
About Acafémia
Who we are, what we do, and our values and tenets.
The Four I's
“May you live every day of your life.”
- Jonathan Swift
Inviting
Our intention is not just to create an immensely delicious cup of coffee, but a relaxing and welcoming environment for everyone. Founded and owned by proud LGBTQ+ staff, we strive to host a space that is safe, inclusive and comfortable for all.We have big plans to take this credo a step further as our business grows, so stay tuned for our event announcements!
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled.”
- Plutarch
Impeccable
The goal of Acafémia is not to be just another coffee shop. From the quality of our handcrafted drinks to our thoughtfully selected menu to our overall service, we strive to create an unforgettable, impeccable experience. We're aiming high, and that starts with quality.
“The only thing that is constant is change.”
- Heraclitus
Innovative
We at Acafémia are inquisitive by nature, and this of course extends to our constant search for the perfect flavors. Enjoy our menu items, vote for your favorites, and look forward to new items for the holidays, the seasons, upcoming events, and more! We don't just want to experiment with delicious coffee in our kitchen hemming and hawwing to ourselves- we want your honest opinions and feedback!
“How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.”
- Anne Frank
Involved
Acafémia is passionate about celebrating our community of extraordinary people. We are eager to promote local artists, businesses, book clubs, board game gatherings, and more. We'll even be hosting some of our own! If you have a collaboration or inquiry in mind please don't hesitate to reach out to us!As our business grows, we hope to partner with charities and donation centers for book drives, fundraising etc. Stay tuned for more updates!
The Crew
Nolan N.
Founder & President
Nolan started off his working life as a barista for a big name coffee shop. After securing a BA in Philosophy, he then journeyed abroad to teach ESL for a few years before returning to the states to dive deep into sales, management, and business. Now, feeling well-rounded and inspired, Nolan has set forth on his new business venture - Acafémia.
Liz N.
Best Buddy
Liz has not only been an educator, a barista for a big name coffee company, and a business-savvy manager, they are also Nolan's best friend of 15 years. Currently thriving in their own business ventures as a Voice Actor, they are both an inspiration to Nolan to pursue his own dreams and a lynchpin in Acafémia's operations.
"True happiness is to enjoy the present, without anxious dependence upon the future" - Epicurus
The Menu
Our menu items are specially crafted to celebrate the seasons, the community, and the ingredients themselves. We craft our specialty syrups and teas blends in-house, and proudly serve __ espresso, a local coffee roaster in LA.
Specialty Lattés
The Alumni
Rose + Amaretto
Throw those caps in the air! Enjoy the classic depth and warmth of rose with the bittersweetness of amaretto.
The Scholar
Pistachio + Chocolate
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The Valedictorian
Vanilla + Violet
Vetted and venerable, vibrant and verdant. Venture forth, you vivacious visionary!
The Philosopher
Brown Sugar + Fig + Cardamom
I Fig, therefore I am. / Cardamom Ergo Sum.
The Apprentice
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The Critic
Chipotle + Honey + Sea Salt
Everyone is one, at some point. A little sweet, a little heat, and a little salty.
Specialty Teas
Spring Break
Matcha + Milk + Lavender + Honey
Ah, Spring. Beautiful weather, freshly cut grass, flowers blooming, and no homework for a whole week. Delicious
Summer Vacation
Green Tea + Blackberry + Blood Orange
Enjoy life, wild and free. You've earned it. Try either iced or hot!
Winter Break
Black Tea + Cranberry + Fig + Cinnamon
For those who yearn for that very festive time of year.
Finals Week
Chai Tea + Espresso
Often called the "Dirty Chai". Order a Finals Week Latte to try it with steamed milk!
Tea-Cha
Chai Tea + Steamed Milk
Fun fact: "cha" means "tea" in many languages, such as Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Korean, Thai, Portuguese, and Turkish!
Cran-Session
Oolong + Cranberry + Cinnamon
Something tart and cheeky for the ambitious procrastinators. We've all been there.
The Classics
Coffee
| Name | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Latte | Espresso + Milk | $x.xx |
| Cappuccino | Espresso + Milk + Foam | $x.xx |
| Americano | Espresso + Water | $x.xx |
| Coffee | Dark Roast or Medium | $x.xx |
| Single | 1 Espresso Shot | $x.xx |
| Double | 2 Espresso Shots | $x.xx |
| Add Syrup | Any flavor, any drink | +$0.xx |
Milk Options
| . | ||
|---|---|---|
| Whole Milk | Cream (Breve) | Nonfat Milk |
| Almond Milk | Oat Milk | Soy Milk |
Tea
| Name | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Earl Grey | Black Tea with Bergamot and Orange notes | $x.xx |
| Jasmine Tea | Fragrant Flavorful Green Tea | $x.xx |
| Peppermint Tea | Black Tea with minty notes | $x.xx |
| Matcha Tea | ___ Grade Japanese matcha | $x.xx |
Syrup Flavors
| . | ||
|---|---|---|
| Amaretto | Blackberry | Brown Sugar |
| Caramel | Cardamom | Cinnamon Honey |
| Chocolate | Fig | Hazelnut |
| Lavender | Pistachio | Rose |
| Rosemary | Vanilla | Violet |
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Upcoming Events
Our pop-up tent is making the rounds! Find us as conventions, festivals, and street fairs near you!
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Our Shop
When not vending at local events, we also accept online orders. Browse our merchandise from the comfort of your own home.
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Contact Us
If you are hosting an event and interested in our catering services, would like to collaborate, or have any questions about our business, please send us a message.