Tried Cafe Santo at a pop-up for a fundraiser at Suay. I had the Oaxaca chocolate and it was delicious. Can you please open up a location in the arts district so I can buy one every morning? Thanks :)
Service: 5
silvia gonzalez
1st time visiting this cute coffee space. Purchased their coffee cake, corn bread muffin + matcha 🍵latte iced 🧊
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Tamar Mashigiani
I love the Oaxacan influence here—they serve excellent coffee along with things like mole tamales and pan dulce. The space is artsy but not overdone, and there’s local art on the walls. I had their iced café de olla, which was spiced and just sweet enough. Chill music, great service, and Wi-Fi for those who want to linger. A neighborhood gem for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dayra Magdaleno
This is too good! 😋 Really like everything I’ve tried from here. Love the Oaxacan Mocha (left). It has a nice nutty and cocoa flavor and not too sweet! The Arroz Tatemado Latte (right) is a little more subtle in flavor. Tastes like a very lightly sweetened, nutty horchata. The chilaquiles were pretty good too! Nice and crunchy and just the right amount of salsa. Be aware they have a bit of a kick to them 🔥but still so worth trying!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Victor “Bee” Bermudez
Arroz tatemado! The flavor is nostalgic — like a warm arroz con leche turned into a sophisticated coffee. The toasted rice adds a subtle, nutty depth; the cinnamon and brown sugar bring comforting warmth and sweetness without being overpowering.
Hot or iced, this drink hits every time. On cold mornings, it's cozy and indulgent. On hot days, iced, it’s refreshing and rich — like dessert in a cup, but still feels grown-up.
– A must-try for anyone who loves comforting, layered flavors in their coffee.
imnesere O
Rude people taking orders. Unacceptable wait times. Chilaquiles way too spicy. Average matcha. Too bad the owners aren't paying attention to dedicated and genuine, friendly customer service.
Christoph
Pretty good libations, wish they opened earlier tho...👀
social3ngin33rin
Always closed because they have such short hours lol
Semillas y Sueños
This is very disappointing. I’m very happy that this business gets as much customers as it does, but the customer service and wait times are ridiculous and no longer worth it to me which is why I felt compelled to leave this post. The coffee quality is no longer the same so I began getting my coffee at the shop right across the street. Something about Cafe Santo is that they serve amazing food; their chilaquiles & french toast are great. I placed an order ahead because I know if I ordered in person I would’ve waited well over 35min. I showed up with my coffee from the place across the street (which I am not naming out of respect, but you should definitely go try it) , and was understandably asked to place a cover over my cup to hide their logo. To my surprise, a good 30% of customers were showing up with their coffee from the other place as well (that’s how good it is, and how great their service is). Long story short, I am saddened to say I don’t think i’ll be returning to Cafe Santo. My food order was placed at 12:40, and was ready almost exactly an hour after at 1:38. If management is reading this, something needs to be done. I can’t say I received stellar service, and it was a bit uncomfortable to be there. 2 food items were placed and the first one came out about 20min before the other so by the time we got home to eat it, the first order was cold and stale. Very disappointed as Cafe Santo used to be a go-to.
Omar Rodriguez
If you love coffee but hate yourself, this is your spot. I'm definitely not going back. 20+ min. For mediocre $10 coffee.
Mocha isn’t my go-to coffee order, but the oaxacan mocha intrigued me… I am a changed woman. Go order it. You won’t be disappointed.
Dylan Hanami
Cafe Santo is my spot for coffee. The coffee and food are on point. My go to order is the cold brew or hot Oaxacan mocha and the chilaquiles. Also, they are dog friendly! What more could you want?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chilaquiles Rojos
Amelia Villafane
The food is good, but I think the price is a little high for the amount of food, I am aware that it is a cafeteria, not a restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amber Munoz
Chilaquiles are pretty good. Ordering online is pointless . Ordered at 11:40 am food said should be done by 12:10. Currently 12:35 and still waiting for my
Food: 5
Service: 1
Cynthia Torres
Coffee and food is great. Seating is limited though. If you go for breakfast or brunch, you may have to end up eating in your car.
Tried Cafe Santo at a pop-up for a fundraiser at Suay. I had the Oaxaca chocolate and it was delicious. Can you please open up a location in the arts district so I can buy one every morning? Thanks :)
Service: 5
1st time visiting this cute coffee space. Purchased their coffee cake, corn bread muffin + matcha 🍵latte iced 🧊
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
I love the Oaxacan influence here—they serve excellent coffee along with things like mole tamales and pan dulce. The space is artsy but not overdone, and there’s local art on the walls. I had their iced café de olla, which was spiced and just sweet enough. Chill music, great service, and Wi-Fi for those who want to linger. A neighborhood gem for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is too good! 😋 Really like everything I’ve tried from here. Love the Oaxacan Mocha (left). It has a nice nutty and cocoa flavor and not too sweet! The Arroz Tatemado Latte (right) is a little more subtle in flavor. Tastes like a very lightly sweetened, nutty horchata. The chilaquiles were pretty good too! Nice and crunchy and just the right amount of salsa. Be aware they have a bit of a kick to them 🔥but still so worth trying!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Arroz tatemado! The flavor is nostalgic — like a warm arroz con leche turned into a sophisticated coffee. The toasted rice adds a subtle, nutty depth; the cinnamon and brown sugar bring comforting warmth and sweetness without being overpowering.
Hot or iced, this drink hits every time. On cold mornings, it's cozy and indulgent. On hot days, iced, it’s refreshing and rich — like dessert in a cup, but still feels grown-up.
– A must-try for anyone who loves comforting, layered flavors in their coffee.
Rude people taking orders. Unacceptable wait times. Chilaquiles way too spicy. Average matcha. Too bad the owners aren't paying attention to dedicated and genuine, friendly customer service.
Pretty good libations, wish they opened earlier tho...👀
Always closed because they have such short hours lol
This is very disappointing. I’m very happy that this business gets as much customers as it does, but the customer service and wait times are ridiculous and no longer worth it to me which is why I felt compelled to leave this post. The coffee quality is no longer the same so I began getting my coffee at the shop right across the street. Something about Cafe Santo is that they serve amazing food; their chilaquiles & french toast are great. I placed an order ahead because I know if I ordered in person I would’ve waited well over 35min. I showed up with my coffee from the place across the street (which I am not naming out of respect, but you should definitely go try it) , and was understandably asked to place a cover over my cup to hide their logo. To my surprise, a good 30% of customers were showing up with their coffee from the other place as well (that’s how good it is, and how great their service is). Long story short, I am saddened to say I don’t think i’ll be returning to Cafe Santo. My food order was placed at 12:40, and was ready almost exactly an hour after at 1:38. If management is reading this, something needs to be done. I can’t say I received stellar service, and it was a bit uncomfortable to be there. 2 food items were placed and the first one came out about 20min before the other so by the time we got home to eat it, the first order was cold and stale. Very disappointed as Cafe Santo used to be a go-to.
If you love coffee but hate yourself, this is your spot. I'm definitely not going back. 20+ min. For mediocre $10 coffee.
Restaurantji Recommends
Mocha isn’t my go-to coffee order, but the oaxacan mocha intrigued me… I am a changed woman. Go order it. You won’t be disappointed.
Cafe Santo is my spot for coffee. The coffee and food are on point. My go to order is the cold brew or hot Oaxacan mocha and the chilaquiles. Also, they are dog friendly! What more could you want?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chilaquiles Rojos
The food is good, but I think the price is a little high for the amount of food, I am aware that it is a cafeteria, not a restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chilaquiles are pretty good. Ordering online is pointless . Ordered at 11:40 am food said should be done by 12:10. Currently 12:35 and still waiting for my
Food: 5
Service: 1
Coffee and food is great. Seating is limited though. If you go for breakfast or brunch, you may have to end up eating in your car.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Toast
Loading...