50 Best Cafes in San Jose

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“Vegan Donut Gelato is PHENOMENAL! My wife and I loved our brief stop this week. The donuts are massive and well worth the price. Friendly service and the woman who served us was great. Highly recommended!“

“GREAT garoto coffee...the espresso with foamy milk.. so smooth, not bitter nor too strong. The portuguese cheese and prosciutto sandwich was good but next time will not get it toasted as the cold cheese itself is wonderful! the Pasteis di nata are the best littleegg tarts as I found them to be a bit dry, but then again get another coffee! Owner was so friendly and the place adequate for being an older establishmen.“

“The strawberry cake was delicious!“

“Nice restaurant in Vietnamtown. The food is good.“

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“Greeted warmly as i entered and met a friendly smile at the register. It was my 1st time at this location, Almaden, and very surprised by the great variety of offerings. I went with the portobello mushroom panini and tomato bisque soup. YUM YUM delicious 😋 Looking forward to coming back with my squad and trying different items. Come check this!“

“Americano Coffee is to dream for, possibly addictive. Love the food, it's where I take my friends. They love coming now, too.“

“I got the breakfast burrito I thought it was great it filled me up they also gave my daughter up a humongous cookie for free really appreciate it I recommend this place for a good breakfast burrito“

“Where to start,
Hotspot! If you love sports, amazing vibes, good music and incredible food. Then this is the place to be. Big screens all around with a gigantic screen as the size of a entire wall. Where games can be super exciting to see with fellow friends and family. Also don't get me started with the food. You can't go wrong with any selection. But for a few choices I would recommend the Hu Tieu, Bo Ne, Bun Bo Hue, the crispy fried rice, and omg the Nuoc mam Wings are to die for. 🥲 I can go on and on, but you need to come and try it for yourself. If you're craving a seafood combination plate I would recommend trying out the Goi Muc Thai Lan Salad. Which is one of my favorites. The service is on point and the waitresses are super attentive and really fun to talk to. There's so many additional things to say about this place, but I want to leave the rest to you, and the only way to really find out, is to come and check it out. Come on your own or bring a party. Either way you won't be disappointed. Oh yeah! Alcohol selection is on point! 🔥🍻“

“I own the iCode next door to insomnibar so I come here often. But today the employees had exceptional service (review worthy!). I ordered a drink by mistake bc I had forgotten what I ordered last time. The employees there offered me 2 samples to drink from to see if any of them resembled the drink I got the previous times. I found my drink and she made it for me. Outstanding service! Love the neighbors!“

“Had an amazing experience at Big E Cafe! The empanadas were fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked—crispy on the outside and packed with delicious fillings. You can really taste the care and authenticity in every bite. A special shout-out to Laura for her outstanding service. She was warm, attentive, and made us feel truly welcome from the moment we walked in. Her recommendations were spot-on and made our visit even better. Great food, great atmosphere, and even better service. We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a fantastic Peruvian bite!“

“Ordered for the office and everyone loved their sandwiches! Delicious food, very friendly service!“

“They have the best breakfast. I always go here when I’m visiting my long time friends here.“

“Outstanding cafe at our building . Owners are caring , make excellent food, and great variety. fair pricing, especially for hand made fresh food. Enchilada day in my favorite. the 1 star review from reviewer B.S. is nonsense ( he gives 1 stars all the time, including 7-11 LOL) , this cafe is an amazing local resource.

Dietary restrictions: Owners are able to adjust for my diets.

Parking: Good ADA compliance, lots of parking in back ADA spots mostly not used.

Kid-friendliness: good informal location, plus atrium to run around in and restrooms nearby.

Wheelchair accessibility: lots of space, and ADA assisted doors on site .“

“Had a great experience here! Shoutout to the staff member who took our order. She was super sweet and patient. It was our first time and she helped us decide what to get. We ordered the kerala chai and egg puffs and really enjoyed everything. The chai was flavorful and comforting!!
Also the whole place had such a cozy atmosphere and is a good spot to hang out. Looking forward to coming back and trying more!

Edit: I found out the baristas name is Prachi after going back again today 🤭 Thank you so much for another great chai!“

“tea and snack are great!“

“This place is insane. I have no idea how this tiny cafe manages to serve so many different types of cuisine every day and make them all so delicious. Pork belly adobo with quail eggs in an office park?? I'm never bringing my own lunch to work again. The owner is super sweet, too - it's clear she's really passionate about food and global cuisine! Make sure to check online before going, because the menu changes every week and sometimes they're closed for catering events.“

“Outstanding customer service with excellent dining. I highly recommend.“

“the coffee is a good price“

“Delicious food with a friendly/family environment and great service“

“A delightful gem in the heart of͏ the city! This cafe exudes warmth and charm, from its cozy atmosphere to the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee. The baristas are not only skilled but also welcoming, ensuring each cup is crafted with care and precision. Five stars for consistently excellent coffee and exceptional service!!“

“Great“

“Great food, great people!!!
Just be sure to bring cash; I paid with card and there was no way to tip them with how their system is set up as far as I can tell. Had to run across the street to the ATM to make sure they got their tip ?
If you're looking for tasty and inexpensive food, this is where to be!“

“The first time I walked in, absolutely stunning. The decor, the food, all amazing. Their pandan waffles were thick and delicious (thank goodness for the buy three get one free deal), the boba was absolutely delicious, and the place gave a homey and calm atmosphere with wooden accents. 10/10, would go again :)“

“Great Cafe with amazing hosts!

Fresh preparation of traditional coffee and chai items, options are limited but worth it.

Food items- sandwiches, puffs and bagels are available and prepared fresh, relaxing and calm atmosphere to work or chat with friends.

Recommended visiting over any brand outlet cafes anyday.

Outdoor and Indoor seating options are great.
Free WiFi is a bonus.“

“No complaints here! An unassuming little shop tucked away in a busy plaza. The staff here are friendly and quick. You can hear them juicing the sugarcane as you order. Very fresh and good quality nuoc mia (sugarcane juice).I also tried the pate chaud, which were $1.15 each. These were tasty! Very crispy puff pastry with a good amount of meat. The flavor is quite peppery and savory. I recommend!! They also accept Apple Pay :)“

“I love this little place it's literally almost a hole in wall deli shop, bit the sandwiches are so delicious and huge!!!! I drive all the way from Fremont at least once a week for roast been. Plus the little old lady behind the counter is such a sweet heart and a pleasure to talk to.“

“Not bad actually. Contractors get half off discount for 1 meal. Samsung personel employees gets 1 free meal.Guests pays full price for meals. They serve all sorts of food: burgers, salad bar, Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, Mexican, Indian cuisines.Indoor and outdoor seating available as well.Guests are allowed, but must be escorted by staffs to enter.If I were to compare campuses like, Google's cafeteria and Intel's cafeteria, I would say, Samsung beats Intel on quality food and amount of space for seating. Google is overall bigger and better. I'd like to visit other campuses to make more comparisons“

“Okay, I stumbled upon this place by accident and now I’m convinced it’s a hidden miracle. I usually find house blends pretty bitter, but their pour-over was unbelievably smooth—no bitter aftertaste at all. I also grabbed a slice of their homemade lemon poppyseed loaf and it was so incredibly moist. It’s a super laid-back, unpretentious spot with great background music. Seriously glad I walked in.“

“I got a whisper crepe, coffee and some orange juice! It was super good! I consider coming back again! :)“

“Always fast service and friendly staff. Best boba in town!!“

“Awesome coffee and service! Ill recommend it to everyone.“

“I highly recommend this restaurant. I only come here occasionally on Saturday mornings to eat breakfast with a group of friends. I order the Vegetable Omelet and it is consistently delicious every time I order it. My friends also say that they like whatever food they order. We plan to be customers for life!!!“

“I ordered a crepe during a break from going to the local university for lunch, and the lady at the register told me it would be at least a 30 minute wait. I said OK because that gave me a good study session and I had the time to wait before my next class. About 30-45 minutes in, what I presume was the manager came out to my table with a box containing the crepe I had ordered in hand and told me to choose something from the display at the front. She had explained to me that the wait time was unacceptable and told me that she had refunded my meal. While the food wasn't exactly top-tier lunch category, it was satisfying enough to where I wouldn't have complained because I was a lil hungry. Anyways, service was great (minus the wait time hastle, of course. I'm sure it's not usually like this.) and this was a great show of kindness from the staff. Good place for coffee, too if you're interested in those kinds of study environments.“

“My wife and I were once just basic milk tea drinkers. We had our standard spot that we used to go to for years. We had friends that used to tell us about getting milk tea with “cheese” in it and we said “that sounds gross”. So one of our friends eventually dragged my wife to Happy Lemon and made her try the milk tea with salted cheese and….our taste buds will never be the same again.

I have now been to this Happy Lemon on multiple occasions. Parking has never been an issue. The people that take the drink orders, and serve the drinks have been consistently nice. The wait time for the drinks have been consistent with other tea places we have been.

My wife and I are now hooked on the Milk Tea with Salted Cheese and Boba Milk Tea with Cream Puff. I even bought some of the Salted Cheese ice cream for our daughters to try. They immediately tasted the cheese flavor and thought it was “yucky”. I was very happy to hear that and I sat back and enjoyed every spoonful.“

“Vietnamese Tylan Café is an amazing spot to unwind. The staff are incredibly friendly and provide excellent service. The VNS coffee is top-notch, and their Vietnamese sandwiches are good. The customers are polite and create a pleasant place . It’s a nice place to relax, play some lottery and the beautiful, welcoming staff ladies make the experience even more enjoyable. The owner are super friendly too Highly recommended for anyone looking for a great café and a relax time.“

“I came in here like at almost 5am because of a late night and needed a little coffee and snack along my way home. So happy that I found this gem, this is THE BEST Mexican bakery that I have ever been to. I got 3 deserts, one I ate right away, the other on my way home and the third one I ate days later and let me tell you---it was still fresh! From the icing cream to the pastry...it didnt get hard. I will definitely be back again whenever I am in San Jose. I highly highly recommend!“

“Great place to grab a cup of coffee. I am very partial to the Mexican mocha. The only thing I can think that would make it better is an open mic night 🎤“

“I attended a wedding here last weekend, and the setup was absolutely beautiful. I’ve been to other weddings before that were nice, but this venue really stood out, it had a unique charm, and the atmosphere felt perfect for such a special occasion. I truly loved it.

The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful, and well coordinated throughout the event. The food was excellent as well. I honestly can’t say enough good things about it :)“

“Delicious burgers and refreshing smoothies!“

“My husband and I keep coming back to this shop for their Hojicha and Matcha, and they honestly make some of the best we’ve had!
Everything tastes incredibly fresh, smooth, and perfectly balanced - not overly sweet, so you can really enjoy the natural flavor of the tea. The drinks actually remind us of what we had during our trips to Japan, which is probably the best compliment we can give.
They also taste very clean and light, without leaving us feeling heavy afterward. You can really tell they care about the quality of their ingredients.
This has become one of our favorite places, and we'll definitely keep coming back!“

“Drink is good allot of choice I recommend“

“Egg coffee 10/10 , must try!“

“Greeted warmly as i entered and met a friendly smile at the register. It was my 1st time at this location, Almaden, and very surprised by the great variety of offerings. I went with the portobello mushroom panini and tomato bisque soup. YUM YUM delicious 😋 Looking forward to coming back with my squad and trying different items. Come check this!“

“Really loved this spot. The cafe is small but super cute. 😊“

“Honestly this place isn’t the best but convenience is key. The drinks are not terrible, but you can tell they are not fresh. I would rank this place next to Quickly to be honest. The line can get long, and drinks do slow down, but all boba spots are like this.“