Boondocks Coffee Roasters
Boondocks Coffee Roasters is a Filipino‑inspired specialty coffee roaster and cafe in Westwood, Los Angeles, California. They roast premium beans from the Philippines and beyond, serving inventive drinks like ube lattes and salted latik while embodying Filipino hospitality and bridging the gap between farmers and consumers.
About Boondocks Coffee Roasters
Boondocks Coffee Roasters began as a passionate pop‑up and evolved into a permanent cafe on Broxton Avenue in Westwood, Los Angeles. Founded by Emil Vanta, the roastery focuses on sourcing premium Philippine coffee beans and reclaiming the narrative around Filipino coffee. The name comes from the Tagalog word “bundok” (mountain) and the U.S. slang “boondocks” — a nod to the Philippines’ mountainous coffee regions. Their mission is to deliver a rich, flavorful coffee experience with exceptional hospitality while humanizing the coffee supply chain. The team roasts beans in small batches, offers Filipino‑inspired beverages such as ube and pandan lattes, and strives to support farmers and Filipino producers through direct trade and community engagement.
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