Academy Cafe

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1880 Academy Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Academy Cafe, situated in Los Angeles, CA, is an integral part of the Los Angeles Police Revolver and Athletic Club (LAPRAAC) Facilities within the picturesque Elysian Park area. This unique training site offers a range of services to support the men and women of the Los Angeles Police Department.

Within LAPRAAC, officers have access to a variety of essential items for their duties, including uniforms, shoes, guns, and miscellaneous equipment. Additionally, the Cafe serves breakfast and lunch, while the Banquet Facilities are available for special occasions, enhancing the overall experience for members.

Established over 85 years ago, LAPRAAC has a rich history of providing training, recreational facilities, and promoting physical fitness for law enforcement officers. The Los Angeles Police Academy, steeped in history and tradition, continues to play a crucial role in fostering officer morale and well-being within the Los Angeles Police Department.

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R K.
7/29/2025

Excellent food with 70s diner vibes, smack in the middle of the Police Academy. Good service and very reasonable prices. If you're interested in Los Angeles history, definitely go check it out....

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Estela V.
7/1/2025

A friend brought me here for lunch and it reminded me of an old school diner with tons of cops and some firefighters. The cafe is located at the Police academy for LAPD. I parked in their parking...

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Gary I.
10/3/2024

I went often to Academy Café, officially known as LAPRAAC Café, the acronym stands for Los Angeles Police Revolver & Athletic Club back in the 1990's. Mei the waitress at the time was fast,...

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Walter M.
9/9/2024

It's weird how comforting the food is here considering how much anxiety some people feel being around so much Law Enforcement. As a tax paying, law abiding citizen I felt uneasy by the clientele,...

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Sam G.
8/21/2024

THE OLDEST DINER IN LOS ANGELES Came here for their famous and unique menu items. This place has been here for almost 100 years, just mins away from DTLA. I ordered their secret menu item...

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