Nice coffee shop in downtown San Mateo! This is their second location in San Mateo, and it's noticeably larger than the other one. There's plenty of seating, making it a great spot to hang out with friends or meet up in a group. The interior is clean and bright, with lots of glass windows that bring in natural light and give the space an open, welcoming vibe. They're currently featuring seasonal drinks like the cherry blossom matcha latte and cherry blossom latte. We ordered both, along with a pour over coffee, matcha pound cake, and avocado toast. Overall, everything was good. The cherry blossom drinks were good and nicely balanced, and the food paired well with our drinks. The only downside was that the drip/pour over coffee took a while to come out. Other than that, it was a pleasant experience, and I'd come back again to relax or catch up with friends. read more

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...I came in at 7:30 for two drinks and it was not busy at all. I ordered their iced vanilla shake drink and the girl barista was reading instructions and took so long! Please train your staff! In the middle of my drinks she was managing a food order that was taken after me.. no priority what so ever. I didn't leave until 7:53am! read more

I feel like the quality of their drinks have gone downhill. There's also certain adjustments that you can only order in store, which defeats the purpose of ordering from the app. If you DO download the app, they frequently offer you deals, like 50% off a drink. I used to love the NOLA iced coffee, but find it to be fairly watered down. The seasonal sakura matcha also isn't really anything special to write home about. You're better off going to an actual matcha store to get your fix. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee makes one of the best matcha lattes (default: oat milk) I've had. Rich, smooth, and not too sweet -- just the right balance. The ambience is calm and welcoming, and the service is always great. A perfect go-to for a quality matcha break! read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - Matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Spacious cafe with a great atmosphere and plenty of room to sit and work. The big windows bring in lots of natural light and make the space feel open and welcoming. The seating is well arranged and comfortable, which makes it an easy place to stay for a while. I tried their sweet latte for the first time and really enjoyed it. Parking was very convenient with a garage right across the street and additional parking available all around the area. The cafe is located in downtown San Mateo, surrounded by many restaurants and a movie theater, so it is a great spot to stop by whether you are working, meeting up with friends, or just hanging out. Overall, a great place and I would definitely come back again. read more

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Stopped by for a quick coffee early morning and I loved how airy and quiet the seating area was. Sweet Latte - ordered it half sweet and it was perfect. The coffee was very smooth and kept me going for the rest of the day. This was my favorite out of the two drinks. Caffè Mocha - tasted like hot cocoa with hint of espresso. It wasn't as sweet as hot cocoa but it was definitely rich. Would recommend if you like hot cocoa. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - Sweet Latte & Caffè Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Convenient corner location, arrived early so lots of street parking available. Many seating options, indoor or outdoor. Grabbed a TGTG to try some pastries and a was feeling a Hot chai latte. Tasted great although I like my chai creamier. Biased though- my South Indian bestie made fresh chai over stove with various spices and can never get one similar to hers. Pleasant & chill morning with Good early morning vibes from staff . Would visit again if I'm close by. read more

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Americano (Hayes Valley roast) was terrific as always. Tried the sticky bun and it was probably the best pastry I've had off the menu. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - Americano & Sticky Bun - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Something has clearly gone wrong at this location. I used to come here every morning, but the last two visits (July 2 and 3) were unacceptable. On July 2, I waited 20 minutes for a simple coffee. On July 3, there were almost no customers, yet my Flat White was made incorrectly--half coffee, then topped off with milk, completely ruining the taste. The staff showed no attention to customers and no sense of urgency. This location has gone downhill. read more

Sweet latte on a cold rainy day downtown San Mateo. Service is quick and I love the atmosphere, my son says it reminds him of walking into an Apple Store. lol Coffee is getting pricey, but once in a while splurge is ok. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

081725 BFF took me here for a much needed caffeine fixed - staff was friendly and prompt when ordering. I got a small mocha latte with almond milk. It was chocolatey and the temperature was just right. Well worth checking out - their decor is trying to be Apple but hey, 'tis the Bay Area. read more

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Blue Bottle is a modern, cozy, and spotless coffee shop downtown -- the kind of place that makes you feel like you're in a magazine ad for "productive mornings." You can taste the quality in the beans and the care in the milk -- this is not your average corner coffee. Sure, the cup sizes are on the smaller side, but it's definitely a quality over quantity situation. The moment you walk in, you get peak coffee shop vibes: people tapping away on laptops, AirPods in, tiny group conversations drifting in the background. Even though there's a steady flow of customers, it never feels too crowded thanks to their quick, efficient service. You get your caffeine fix and keep your sanity. Great place, Austin Yee read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Blue Bottle is usually a solid spot to grab a coffee and a bite. This one is quite a nice shop. A beautiful space, solid coffee, and decent food. My only real complaint is that a small (no syrup) iced coffee and a tiny breakfast sandwich was $20 before even tipping. I'm not sure if I could justify a return visit at that kind of price. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Sign up for the rewards! I was sent a 1/2 off drink coupon and my coffee was a treat! There's a Blue Bottle app read more

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Blue Bottle Coffee in San Mateo is delicious! It has a stylish atmosphere and a really nice vibe. The staff were friendly too. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

I met a friend here for a coffee and kept it simple. Got a juice and a cookie which hopefully canceled each other out. read more

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Stopped by Blue Bottle in downtown San Mateo--Really nice spot on B st. Lots of seating and open space. The Iced oat latte I ordered was smooth and not too sweet. Thanks! Anthonyxibarrax read more

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Came by to hang for a bit in a morning while I wait for my car service to be done. This place is always spot on clean with a refreshing ambiance. The staff are accommodating and friendly. I ordered a matcha latte and a breakfast sandwich. Which I didn't wait long to be ready. Found a nice book area for my privacy while I enjoy my latte and sandwich and bury myself on a book. It was quite peaceful and relaxing. Won't hesitate to come again. read more

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Barista was super nice and great at her job! I asked her what she recommended and even gave us a sample! The cafe is spacious and had an area where you can study and enjoy your coffee! read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Bad wifi. Good and Pricy coffee. That is what you need to know about this location in 6 words.

Delicious coffee! I got an iced Americano and it hit the spot. The service was quick and friendly! There's plenty of indoor seating too. I ended up grabbing a bag of beans to brew at home and they turned out great! read more

this used to be my favorite coffee shops, but now because they have no manager there are few employees and some of the ones that are there are quite rude. Very disappointed because the employees used to be so personable. I waited 15 minutes for my order to find out it was never put in. No apology was given. Just smart talk read more

===TL;DR=== - Nola float (Nola cold brew with vanilla bean ice cream) ===TMI=== Dang, it's been a hot minute since I've been to a blue bottle coffee pre covid (since everyone worked in DTSF, it was very accessible). New Orleans style iced coffee use to be my go-to and then an affogato is a treat. I must be living under a rock because when did Nola float launch?! Tell me it's not the best thing in the world - you get a full cup of coffee and 2-3x the ice cream compared to an affogato! The. Best. P.S. since when did they start selling Ball & Chain tote bags?! Those are literally viral in Japan!! read more

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I had them grind coffee beans. I asked for medium grind. I opened the bag a couple of weeks later only to find the barista gave me espresso/fine grind. This is the second time this has happened! Why is this a problem? Once brewed, there will be large pool of powered coffee grinds in the bottom of the cup. Please educate your baristas on the different types of grinds. We're wasting our money and time on skills that they should have. read more

It's a shame that their drink quality has gone down. I asked my wife if she'd like to go to Blue bottle and get her favorite drink and I was shocked when she said no. She just didn't want to deal with the crap shoot of whether you would get a properly made drink ( oatmilk flat white ) in her case. Such a shame. read more

Great coffee shop. Plenty of places to sit. They had nice merch and fast service. Got the matcha and it was very good. Smooth and flavorful. I would definitely get it again. There's a NOLA section of the menu and would like to try that next time! read more

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My first time ordering drinks here. Ordered a nice warm cup of matcha. No soy option so opt for oatmilk. Wait was a little longer on Saturday but nice atmosphere to people watch. The matcha quality was surprisingly really good. They also sell ceremonial grade matcha to make your own. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - Matcha latte with oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Big menu but drinks are just okay. Chai latte is way too sweet. Matcha latte is severely lacking sweetness. Staff minimally interacts with customers. Very large space with a lot of natural light; a lot of people work on their computers here. read more

I recently needed a place to study and wanted somewhere spacious that feels good--a true "third place." I found this gem, and oh my goodness, it was absolutely perfect! I visited on a Saturday, and it wasn't too busy at all. There was so much space, and the natural light flooding in really inspired me to get to work. The coffee was delicious. Just what I needed to fuel my productivity. I also ordered a chocolate chip cookieand it was made to perfection! Crispy on the outside and moist in the middle. Yum! I don't think there was any Wi-Fi, but that was fine with me since I used my hotspot. Parking can be a bit tricky, but if you keep circling around, you'll definitely find some meter parking. After my study session, I took a lovely walk around the neighborhood, which was so nice and refreshing. I can't wait to go back! This spot is a fantastic place not just for studying but also to catch up with friends or just enjoy some quiet time by yourself. Highly recommend! read more

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Swung by to order a Hayes Espresso in the middle of the day for a quick pick me up. Store itself was very nice, they had lots of indoor seating and even a few outdoor tables. While ordering, the cashier asked if I wanted to sample their seasonal NOLA which was actually pretty good! It did take a while for me to get my order, maybe about 10 minutes, which I wasn't expecting because I thought it would be a quick in and out. But, it makes sense because there were a lot of people that were already waiting for their orders when I entered. Espresso tasted normal. I would probably come here if I wanted to stay, but if I was ordering to go, I might try one of the other cafes nearby if in a rush. read more

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Ordered cold coffee with no ice and this is what i got... over 6$ for LESS than a half cup of coffee. This is wrong and absolutely disgusting treatment of your customers... you should be ashamed. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - NOLO - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

My friend and I were walking around the area and stumbled upon this coffee shop. I'm so glad we did! It's a clean, beautiful, and aesthetically pleasing place to get drinks and chill. I felt relaxed just being in there for a short 10 minutes. If I lived in the area I would definitely make this a frequent stop. The customer service was great, the baristas were so sweet and accommodating! I ordered a basic matcha oatmilk latte and was not disappointed. read more

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Ice NOLA is so rich and flavorful, I recommend everyone to try when they go. Also lots of tables and chairs to sit and study/read. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - Iced NOLA - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Good coffee, but I wish I experienced friendlier service. The cashier allowed me to order one of their hot drinks with ice. When the drink was ready and I noticed that it was hot, I politely asked if I could have a cup of ice to make it cold. After getting the ice, the barista turned his head to me and lectured me in a monotone voice, explaining that the drink only comes hot. He seemed annoyed. Instinctively, I apologized, but immediately second guessed myself on why I even apologized, especially if the cashier allowed me to order it in this configuration. The barista was expressionless after I spoke, even after saying thank you. He simply turned around to resume work. The latte was great, but my experience with the other drink left a bitter taste. There are so many other choices for specialty coffee in the area. I rather visit a coffee shop that focuses more on friendly customer service. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - Latte with oat milk. I assume this is a Rosetta latte art. Must be a new barista - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

I drink a lot of coffees in my life. Theirs is just 10/10. Very knowledgeable stuff, fast service and chilling atmosphere

I'm not much of a Blue Bottle Bro, but I dig it. I especially dig this location! I dunno whaddup, but San Mateo has been up'n'comin' with on the food scene! Once upon a time Central and South Bay didn't have much to offer as far as food tourism goes. We were called Man Jose for a reason, people! All we had to offer were, well, yeah. But now! OooooOoooOoOOOooh now! Things are different! Now we're rollin' out the big guns! I bought a little tumblr here. I call it a Bullet. Or a Pill. I don't care. I love it. I don't caaaare! I love it! and I love you ^______^ read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

I am a big fan of Blue Bottle coffee, so I was excited to see this one near me in San Mateo. I stopped by on a weekday morning to get some work done, and ordered a glass of the shakerato on the recommendation of a friend. While I've had their other coffees before, this one was new to me. It was delicious with oat milk, though I admit that it felt very overpriced, coming in at $7.50 pretax. The service was excellent, and the coffee was quickly served. Overall, this is an excellent place to get some work done, though the tables do seem to go pretty quickly. They have small booths the side that can accommodate 1 to 2 people, as well as the larger tables pictured which are better for groups . read more

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Always a good day when I have a cup of Blue Bottle in the morning (: I've been loving their Hot Cardamom Latte during these winter months but I also love their NOLA Shakeratto when I'm feeling a cold drink. You honestly can't go wrong with any of those two. Their Sweet Latte is ok. Doesn't have much depth in taste imo. Drinks are made quick with minimal wait times. Plenty of seating inside, but parking sucks as it's in downtown San Mateo. read more

Whenever I see a Blue Bottle Coffee I gotta stop by....sure, there's a "P-hil-to-the Z" Coffee down the street but wasn't feeling a sweet concoction and something simple and smooth. Of course, when any place has their Limited time drinks i gotta get it. Blue Bottle's seasonal drink: Black Cardamom Latte. Fragrant and hints of floral, slightly smoky and peppery...they add a coarse grind of cardamon to the top of your drink so when you bite into it it can be a little spicy....I didn't add any sweetener so it might've balance it a bit but a good try and will add something next time This Downtown San Mateo location is clean, bright, staff friendly and efficient....decided to pass on my usual Blue Bottle Coffee pastry this time: Brown Butter blondie....yes, its as good as it sounds! read more

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Blue Bottle is such a nice cafe spot to work. The only downfall is we didn't see any outlets, but good thing we came with our laptops already charged. The drinks were good. We got the everything pull apart croissant which was honestly pretty good for a savory pastry. Abs love that they open til 6pm. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - B Street - nola & matcha latte & lemon poppyseed & everything pull apart croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California