Guilt-free caffeine hit with a side of fame

Noteworthy for: Urth Caffé, established in 1989, prides itself on being America's first exclusively organic coffee company.

Talk of the town: Recent celebrity sightings have included Jake Gyllanhaal and Jessica Alba.

Where there is organic guilt-free coffee, there are stars - or so it seems at Urth Caffé, whose staff are utterly unfazed by the often A-list queue. The Melrose branch is the most starry, and the patio is a great perch to scope the scene.

This fixture on LA's sustainable scene carries only 100-percent organic beans grown on fair trade farms. In addition to coffee, the cafe's extensive menu includes vegan and vegetarian options, and specialty teas. Their Moroccan green ice tea is a lifesaver on hot days.