50 Best Coffee Shops near Los Altos Hills

“Relaxing atmosphere, polite and friendly staff, delicious coffee and pastries! Thank you so much!“

“I recently visited Brew Coffee and Bakery, a charming little spot with a warm and inviting atmosphere. The hot latte was smooth and well-balanced, with just the right amount of richness without being overly sweet. It was the perfect pick-me-up, made even better by the cozy ambiance.

The real star for me was the egg and cheese croissant. The pastry was perfectly flaky and buttery, with a generous filling of egg and melted cheese that was both comforting and satisfying. It’s clear they put thought and care into their menu, and I can’t wait to go back and try more! Brew Coffee and Bakery is a true gem for anyone looking for quality coffee and fresh baked goods.“

“Friday open mic is great way to end a hectic week.“

“The food was delicious and the latte was amazing!
I would love to see more vegan options - maybe a burger, avocado toast, and pastry (or two). If there was a bit more variety in vegan options, I think I'd be coming here all the time.

Dietary restrictions: There are some vegan and vegetarian options

Wheelchair accessibility: There is a wheelchair ramp and button at an accessible height to open the door“

“Matcha lovers rejoice! For those of you who are obsessed with matcha and looking for something new to try, Izumi Matcha is the newest matcha shop on the block!

Izumi Matcha strives to bring the highest quality authentic Japanese matcha to America, providing patrons with not only matcha drinks and desserts for purchase, but also a variety of matcha good available in-store. I would go out on a limb and guess that majority of those visiting Izumi Matcha are wanting to sample their drinks or taiyaki treats, so keep in mind the lines can be quite long. Ordering is all done in-store on a self-serve kiosk and then you wait for your matcha treat to be ready and retrieve it when your number is called. Naturally, the store is busier on the weekend, but I've noticed that the 5-6pm window might be a sweet spot where the line does die down a bit (don't quote me on this as I've only been there twice).

Now onto what we tried! We ordered their matcha yuzu tea and the honey hojicha latte. The matcha yuzu pairing was a match made in heaven as the tart yuzu perfectly balances the earthy matcha for a smooth, yet refreshing drink. For those of you who want some extra matcha oomph you can also add a free extra matcha shot to your drinks! The hojicha on the other hand was a delicious not-too-sweet cup of roasted goodness. With the honey and dairy providing a smooth accompaniment for the deep roasted notes of the hojicha. I could go on and on about how good the drinks here, but honestly you should try it for yourself to really understand why so many people are flocking to Izumi Matcha. I only tried the drinks when I've been, but the taiyaki and soft serves are also extremely popular, so those will have to be on my list to try in the future!

If you're looking for the next best matcha place to try out in the Bay Area, the I highly recommend giving Izumi Matcha a try (as long as you can bear the long lines and wait, it'll be well worth it)!“

“I highly recommend the coffee and dessert here. I had the best Turkish coffee I’ve ever drank in my life at this place. It’s also in a great location in Palo Alto. We got to sit at a table and enjoy our dessert and coffee. My daughter got the matcha latte which was also excellent. And my wife got a smooth black tea with mint.“

“avocado toast and latte with oat milk ... the coffee is great!“

“I came here to say that this hole in the wall exceeded my expectations.

I ordered the breakfast sandwich with egg, cheese and bacon. ? I had it with their homemade style biscuit and it held its shape; not too buttery.

Eating the eggs was like eating fluffy clouds. The texture of the breakfast sandwich dissolved into my mouth and it helped that the Pumpkin Pie oat latte wasn’t acidic or too bitter or lacked espresso so sip, don’t gulp because you want to take your time.

The ratio of coffee to Oatmilk was equally proportional. One can actually taste every sip, reminiscent of a fond fall memory in your mouth. ??

Sadly..there are no pictures but in many ways I felt like I was truly present enjoying the experience. I can tell the workers also cared about their work; all were friendly and kept the place nice and clean.

Thank youuuu!!! I’m coming back and I live in Berkeley where all their cafes are hard to beat. But this takes the prize in San Carlos.“

“Fantastic community based organization at a beautiful. Welcoming site!“

“I love this Philz location because there are a ton of food options around it. The wifi is always solid and the baristas are very friendly.

I also like the floor to ceiling windows/doors that are open during the spring and summer 👏🥰

The only thing I wish is that Philz overall would bring back gluten free options. A woman can dream.“

“A cool vibe and a really cool experience. It’s not just a cool store but the beverages taste good as well. This is located inside the visitor center on the far end of the building. The cutest thing about the beverages is that some drinks have foam in the shape of Apple logo, if you are looking for those instagram photos here it is. Very nice walking area around the cafe and seating available inside as well. Parking available for free near this center as well

Vegetarian options: Available

Dietary restrictions: Available

Parking: Free parking lot but limited space, lots of specialized space for e-cars as well

Kid-friendliness: Yes

Wheelchair accessibility: Available“

“Love the layout and ambience. The coffee was great. With @mike and @gordon“

“Best coffee in San Carlos... by a considerable distance.“

“my first time trying their honey lavender coffee and I love it. I love the ambience and their succulent decor“

“The coffee is OK. I usually get a latte and today I got a freeze. The freeze is very yummy. The people here are very nice. Once I accidentally forgot to mention decaf, and they remade my coffee free of charge.
I mostly come here for the wifi and grab a coffee and/or food while I work on my laptop. I tip if I plan to stay for a while. However, the wifi is not working today. So now I need to go somewhere else with wifi and buy another coffee. I wish they would have told us the wifi was not working ahead of time. I also wish they'd be open til 5:30pm or 6pm instead of closing at 5pm.“

“Great coffee, super fresh, decent prices for Palo Alto

The coffeeshop is freezing cold. I was worried I’m gonna get sick. Have to bring a jacket.

And who puts mint in Chai??? I understand the owners aren’t south asian, but if you borrow something from a different culture, then do it right. Creativity is appreciated but mint on chai simply doesn’t work. Milk and mint don’t mix well. “

“12oz caramel cold brew
Muffin
Orange cranberry breakfast cookie
Turkey egg and cheese sandwich
21 and some change plus a 15% tip

Turkey egg and cheese wasn't bad
Cold brew was good but I wish you got more for the price
Breakfast cookie wasn't the best texture wise but this is pre-made not by the shop
Muffin was a blueberry with either pecan or almond which was good and not too sweet“

“Great neighborhood ice cream store that features a variety of unique flavors! Highly recommend this if you are in the Sunnyvale area and are looking for eggless ice cream options. Plenty of great options to choose from at incredible prices!“

“Excellent store to stop by whether you need a quick coffee or if you're looking for something delicious to start your day.

Would definitely recommend the breakfast sandwich. It's delicious and hearty. Do watch out for the egg exploding everywhere though! Made a bit of mess myself ?

The batch brew was excellent. They source some great beans and I highly recommend grabbing a bag as well!

Super friendly and approachable baristas as well, thanks for making my morning excellent!“

“You can tell when you walk in that this is a well-established fixture in Palo Alto. The breakfast menu is limited, but the food is made fresh and the ingredients were whole and healthy. And the coffee is very good, which makes sense since they advertise coffee from around the world and have a big roaster sitting off to the side.

The veggie omelet had a good number of veggies and was accompanied by a bagel and a cup of fruit. Although I was hungry I couldn't finish it all. They are generous with the coffee, and I also needed a to go cup for that. The seasoning on the omelet was pretty tame, but they provide salt and pepper, along with Tapatio got sauce to spice it up for those who like a little more flavor.

The counter service was courteous, and attentive, and our orders were correct.“

“Bean Scene Coffee – A Timeless Favorite I’ve been coming to Bean Scene Coffee since 2005, and even after moving out of the area, I still make a point to stop by whenever I can. This place has always had a special charm—great coffee, a welcoming atmosphere, and some of the best food around. My go-to orders are the Portobello Mushroom Sandwich and the Lox on a Bagel—both consistently delicious and made with fresh ingredients. The flavors are well-balanced, and the quality has remained top-notch over the years. There’s something comforting about returning to a spot that still feels like home, no matter how much time has passed. Bean Scene Coffee continues to be a favorite, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for great food, coffee, and a cozy vibe.“

“Total Score: 6.725

Ambiance: 4.75/5
Can’t hate on the color pink ? but it’s so quaint and tiny

Food: 3.25/5
Pretty good mango sago flavor wise. Lowkey not sure why there are some crunchy ice bits inside it. Might have melted but not sure.

Wow: -1/1
Why’d it take forever to get this drink. So long that my drink melted???

Total Score = 3.5*AM + 6*FOOD + 0.5*WOW“

“location, coffee and sandwiches“

“Best coffee in town if ever in the neighborhood you want coffee, you should seek out Philz located in town down Sunnyvale“

“Delicious food in a pleasant setting with great service. Recommended.“

“Standard boba place. Their red bean ice was pretty good but a bit overpriced. Two drinks came out to $17, par for the course these day, and one of them was just a basic mango green tea.

Good location and has outdoor seating for people watching.“

“Love everything about this place - food, atmosphere, books, decor, performances. What a blessing for our community!“

“Lots of bright, natural lighting. Big open space with lots of seating with access to power outlets. Clean. Three individual all-gender bathrooms. Friendly staff. Drinks come out perfect every time. Good place to work. Some people take personal and work calls though, so I recommend bringing noise canceling headphones if that bothers you.“

“Best coffee !!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“Great nice clean place friendly crew as I write this I'm back here again ... Good Day cheers“

“1st time here and ordered the coconut milk tea, and it was pretty good. The tea here is aromatic just how I like my tea. Will come back next time to try their other drinks.
Inside is smaller than most milk tea places, and it was crowded when I went

Parking: Parking was a bit difficult to find. Took me 10-15 minutes to find street parking“

“Good food and good hot chocolate“

“Loved the open face salmon sandwich.“

“Ada’s is the best place for delicious food, friendly service and a real sense of community. On top of all that, it believes everyone can have meaningful employment and trains and offers wonderful work under the kind and generous care of founder Kathleen. It’s a community GEM!!“

“Cafe Zoë is an incredible little community space that serves delicious beverages, food and entertainment. Kathleen, Zoë and the staff are truly amazing and provide great service. They are community minded and love how they support the arts as well.“

“I love my coffee ☕️ an mi iced coffee“

“Great service Great people“

“Excellent products and great attention from the staff Many tables inside, cozy atmosphere Sometimes in summer we set outside I highly recommend this place.“

“The food was really very tasty. The staff were very humble and courteous. Food was served in an excellent way.“

“I tasted the quality in the ingredients. The texture of my chicken sandwich was perfect and the sweet potato fries were crispy. The kids mac and cheese was freshly made and perfect portion. The service was above and beyond. This is my family’s new spot!“

“It's my 10th day of homelessness living in a shelter nearby. I ordered a oatmeal with all the toppings and a large hot water. Eating the oatmeal and then drinking hot water is so delicious. This is the 3rd time I've had it for breakfast and it is delicious. Being homeless makes me appreciate things I take for granted when I ddn't have to drag my carryon suitcase and backpack everywhere I go. It makes me thankful that this Peets location is warm and inviting. It makes me want to hang out here for the whole day. Before being homeless, you would never see me hang out a coffee place unless I was with friends. I preferred to be lazy at home with my instant hot coffee. But now, I'm grateful that Peets opens at 6 am so I don't need to worry about where I'll stay until library opens at 10(M-Sat) and at 1 pm on Sunday. I feel very blessed to be here especially on this rainy day. The employees/baristas provide wonderful customer service spiced up by their individual personalities. Oatmeal and plain hot water costs $4.15. I've had the bacon, cheese and egg whites sandwich with plain hot coffee and it was delicious. I know it was pre-made and just microwaved but it was delicious. Even if I wasn't homeless, I would still say it tasted "delicioso". Simple things and actions become meaningful when you have no material possessions.“

“Food is absolutely amazing. The breakfast sandwich is to die for, and their Kouign-amann is the best I've ever had. The store is adorable and doesn't have hipsters on laptops camping out in it. Service is quick and very kind. Best bakery I've ever been to.“

“Philz is always great and friendly. Unlike other coffee shops in the area, plenty of large tables for working are available. Many have outlets. The music is always great and I regularly Shazam songs playing on the speakers. The back (street facing) patio has a nice set of tables if you like to work outside.“

“If you're looking for an authentic Korean bakery that serves phenomenal cakes and drinks, look no further! Gu-eum is your answer, your destination and will surely become your favorite!

Gu-eum is located at the popular Westgate corner strip mall at the corner of Lawrence Expwy and Prospect Rd, right across from McDonald and next to Cere tea. Parkings may be a bit of a challenge here but no worries, there are ample parkings in the back beyond McDonald. No matter where you park, it's only a quick 2-3 minutes walk to Gu-eum.

On the outside looking in, Gu-eum looks modest with a cute white teddy bear logo on the windows and some white lace curtains covering 2 of their big windows. The inside of store is neutral toned with a hint of buttery yellow and brown which reminds me of honey and cakes. White chairs and white tables as well as some houseplants and wall mirror are tastefully placed around the store to create a welcoming ambience. I can easily see myself coming here more often to grab some cakes and drinks and hanging out with my friends in the weekend or after work.

All that nice ambience aside, their cakes and drinks are what truly capture my heart (and my tummy)! They have so many flavors to choose from and some of them you haven't ever heard of, such as Injeolmi and Goguma (Korean yam which is my favorite!!). Their cakes are not super sweet (which is a compliment in Asian culture), melt in your mouth and make you feel like you're in heaven with every bite! Their cream is light, fluffy, with right amount of sweetness and that elegance of a well-make cream on top of the cake.

And of course, you'll miss out if you don't try their phenomenal drinks! I love their Goguma latte, Dalgona latte and most recently the seasonal Tiramisu latte, which is made to perfection with real mascarpone cheese and strong and bold coffee. I'm Vietnamese so I have high standard for my coffee and Gu-eum nails it all the time with moderately sweet drinks (that don't make you feel like you'll develop diabetes afterward) integrating so well with amazing coffees. Every sip you taste is a slice of heaven handed out to you in a form of latte :)

Their prices are reasonable within that $6-$7 range. Thought the cups are on the smaller size, the quality of drinks make up for it. I’d rather choose quality over quantity anytime.

Highly recommend you check this place out for all your cakes and drinks needs! Be warned though that you may come back and back for more because Gu-eum has that kind of hold on your heart (and tummy) LOL“

“Amazing breakfast burrito and croque monsieur. Chocolate croissant is also delicious! We can’t wait to try other menus. Good price and big portion. There is a big parking space right across the street and it is attached to some kind of senior center.“

“right next to Draeger's and parking available“

“The owner runs a great business and the staff is wonderful. Thank you.I double checked and you are correct. I have the wrong location. It’s the new store front under construction at the corner on the left side of the arch. I was upset and didn’t clarify I had the right business. A mistake I hope I can rectify with a new 5 star review“

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