The Cone Issue #7 Fall 2015 - Food | Page 117

There is a lot of action on Abbot Kinney in Venice, California. This popular shopping street has changed greatly over the years and only time will tell what the outcome of this change really means to the neighborhood. One of those early harbingers of change was Intelligensia cafe - a chain establishment with a hip way to make and present your morning cup of Joe. Though not as warm and fuzzy as the old guard mom & pop style cafe that still exists just a few blocks away, Intelligensia does offer wonderfully prepared drinks in a space that allows for study or a relaxing quick drink & chat. With an offering of pastry, as well as a few savory options means you can snack while getting your java jones fix. Well lit and with indoor and outdoor seating Intelligensia shows us that some change can be a good thing. 117 THE CONE - ISSUE #7 - FALL 2015