Watt Plaza Leases Space to Carla Café for Second Location
Watt Plaza has finalized a five-year lease agreement with Carla Cafe, a renowned LA-based sandwich shop that gained a devoted following during the pandemic. The new 2,650-square-foot ground-floor space, featuring both indoor and outdoor seating, is set to open in the third quarter of 2025. This will mark Carla Cafe’s second location following the successful launch of its first brick-and-mortar shop in Beverly Grove last year.
“We are thrilled to welcome Carla Cafe to Watt Plaza as an exciting addition to our high-quality amenities,” said Jamie Bergantz, Director of Leasing at Watt Plaza. “Their decision to establish their second location here is a strong endorsement of our building and its prime location in Century City. We look forward to supporting their continued success and growth.”
Carla Cafe’s Journey: From Pop-Up to Prime Location
Carla Cafe was founded in 2020 by owner Avi Ahdoot as a sandwich pop-up, initially taking orders from friends and family. The brand quickly gained traction, thanks to its creative menu and engaging social media presence. Carla Cafe’s Instagram account, which now boasts over 36,000 followers, showcases its signature sandwiches, including the Garlic Aioli Chicken, Pesto Chicken, and its highly sought-after Tuna Chop. The overwhelming response led to the opening of its first official location in Beverly Grove on 3rd Street in 2024.
Ahdoot expressed enthusiasm about the new location, stating, “Following our success over the past five years and the monumental opening of our Beverly Grove shop, we are eager to establish ourselves in Century City. We believe this partnership with Watt Plaza will allow us to expand our impact, meet increasing demand, and introduce our one-of-a-kind sandwiches to a new customer base in this thriving business district.”
Carla Cafe was represented in the lease agreement by Jay Luchs and Carly Geller of Newmark.
Watt Plaza: A Premier Business Destination
Watt Plaza consists of two 23-story towers, offering 900,000 square feet of premium office space in the heart of Century City. As one of the most sought-after commercial hubs in the United States, Century City is home to major employers in industries such as entertainment, law, and finance. Watt Plaza’s modernized space features an upgraded lobby and common areas, designed to enhance the tenant experience. The building’s amenities include a comfortable lounge, a state-of-the-art conference center, a catering wet bar for corporate events, retail spaces, and a newly designed courtyard.
The addition of Carla Cafe aligns with Watt Plaza’s ongoing efforts to offer high-quality amenities and services that cater to the needs of its tenants. Last year, Watt Plaza announced a similar lease agreement for a ground-floor space in its South Tower with Esquire Bank, a leading commercial bank serving the legal industry and small businesses. Esquire Bank’s Century City location is scheduled to open in June 2025.
Commitment to Sustainability and Innovation
Watt Plaza is renowned not only for its premium office spaces but also for its commitment to sustainability, technology, and customer service. The building was the first office property in Los Angeles to attain Gold LEED Existing Buildings Operations and Maintenance (EB O&M) Certification and later became the first in Century City to achieve Platinum LEED Certification. By maintaining its status as an environmentally responsible and technologically advanced workplace, Watt Plaza continues to attract leading businesses and professionals from around the world.
With the addition of Carla Cafe and other high-profile tenants, Watt Plaza is reinforcing its position as a top-tier business hub in Los Angeles, offering a dynamic environment for work, dining, and collaboration.
