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    Cafe Motif

    3.9 (99 reviews)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Iced Matcha Latte
    Abbie T.

    So happy I finally stumbled into this amazing cafe!! First of all the matcha is AMAZING!! They use ceremonial grade matcha and mm mmm mmm it's amazing i had to order another in a larger size. Staff is very friendly and they have great gluten free menu!!

    Kellie H.

    Cafe Motif is such an amazing addition to the area! It's a whole vibe! The food is amazing! I haven't had anything that hasn't been superior and not the same thing you can get just anywhere... the tamale eggs Benedict is seriously crazy good! But in addition to good food, there is the SWEETEST gift area with all local artisan goods as well as a place to read or have your kiddos do a little project. I just can't say enough....

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    Elisabeth W.

    Beautiful space with an extensive coffee/tea collection. Had a tea latte and it was brewed well. Staff were nice and have a calm energy. Wasn't able to enjoy the food because the kitchen doesnt open until 9 on the dot so they only have pastries available at that time. Lots of seating inside with fun community activities such as sketchbooks. Enjoyed the shop and seeing the art.

    Motif Mix w/chicken and a wild berry refresher

    Food was excellent. The restaurant had a good atmosphere and everyone was super friendly and helpful. Definitely going back.

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    Jesicca I.

    Loved the coffee, but that's where it ended. We ordered croissants with eggs and bacon...the eggs were prepared as an omelette and were way over cooked, the bacon was not crispy and the cheese non existent. I didn't think they could mess up a simple order, but they managed to do that. For such a cute place, the cafe should be at par. We also tried the cinnamon rolls which were dried and the quiche was undercooked and not warm enough. Very disappointing experience. If I come back, I will only be ordering coffee. The croissant is advertised with fluffy eggs, the eggs are not fluffy at all, they need to change the description on the menu if that's the not way they serve it.

    Gluten free waffle  Bacon , egg and latte

    This waffle is gluten free and tastes amazing. Most of the menue is gluten free and now my mom (who can't eat gluten ) has somewhere she can go without having to struggle to find something she can eat. 10/10 Coffee was great too.

    Lejeune A.

    Regular here and the baristas in the front Allie and Jessica are great. They always do the most . Love this place !!

    Matcha coffee and americano
    mia k.

    Absolutely love this little gem of a restaurant! Filipino food is lacking in the Central Valley and driving to the Bay Area is often just too much of a hassle. I was so excited to find this spot less than an hour away from home! The interior is really cute and still has the feel of the previous restaurant inside, I like that they kept some things the same like the bar and the ceiling tiles. They have plenty of seating including high top tables, regular tables, comfy chairs and couches and bar seating as well. I have been craving a good Filipino breakfast for a while and got the corned beef silog while fiancee got the tapsilog. It was really good, I will definitely be coming here again and trying other items, sisig has been calling my name for a while so that will likely be next. I made the wrong choice for coffee, it didn't go with my breakfast, but I will know better for next time. I got the matcha something or other latte and fiancee got an Americano, I should have gotten an Americano as well. Don't get me wrong, it was good and earthy, just didn't go with my breakfast choice. The girl that took the order and made our coffees was very sweet, the only other staff were back in the kitchen. There weren't many other customers when we came and for the most part we had the restaurant to ourselves. Hopefully we just came at a slow time, and they get plenty of customers.

    I would like to start off with service, this applies to all of the staff but I many to give a shoutout to eddy, he was polite and patient throughout our entire visit and was nice in just about every way. Secondly the food, it was phenomenal for a restaurant, the portions were large and was absolutely delicious, they did what most restaurants around here don't even think of doing, for example drizzling olive oil of the salad so you aren't eating a plate of dry lettuce, and so many other small things that really make the meal come together. Lastly the atmosphere, the tables and chairs are clean, the design is awesome with plants scattered around making the place feel lush and alive while maintaining it's peacefulness, I would highly recommend to try this place before going to other restaurants in Gilroy.

    So disappointed that restaurant was unable to fulfill an order for delivery that I had preordered days in advance looking forward to surprising my friend on her birthday. I received a message minutes before expected delivery!! Update: Jason, the chef came through! It so happened that there was a little mixup. He offered to deliver my order himself. My friend was delighted and loved it! Masarap Thank you for the great customer excellent service!!!

    Argentinian Empanadas

    Thank you for the excellent service & the 2 Dozen delicious Argentinian Empanadas ! They were a hit for my family holiday party ! Marite Marlow

    Cucumber pomegranate mojito and Cafe Motif staff.

    Wow, wow, wow! I stepped into Cafe Motif and was immediately captivated. My friend, a regular at the cafe, arrived and led me straight to the counter. It felt like a scene from *Cheers* as familiar faces came up to greet him, making me feel right at home. As if that wasn't enough, there was a lively paint party happening! Anyone who made a purchase at the cafe received a free canvas, adding to the cheerful atmosphere. Although I didn't get to explore the Art Gallery this time, I'm already planning my return. Now, let's talk about the food--that's where the three wows come in! Their seasonal farm-to-table menu features an inventive Mexican-Korean fusion that blew me away. Catalina and Camren recommended starting with the Kabocha Squash Elote, served with their homemade orange sauce. It was incredibly flavorful, delivering that extra kick--definitely the first wow! Camren also suggested trying their espresso martini (made with wine), which earned my second wow. We couldn't resist adding a cucumber pomegranate mojito, which was delicious. I do wonder if they could offer a non-alcoholic version, as I'd love to sip on that during a hot lunch. Second wow! For dinner, Catalina urged me to try the carnitas bibimbap--and this was my third wow! I've never tasted anything quite like it. The meat was perfectly seasoned, and when mixed with rice, egg, and veggies, it created an explosion of flavor in my mouth. I loved it so much that I ordered a second one to go for my son, and he thought it was fantastic too. If you find yourself in Gilroy, make sure to stop by Cafe Motif and mention my name to Catalina and Camren. Oh, and I mustn't forget--when the chef came out to deliver a couple of dishes to another table, I couldn't resist asking about what he was serving, and he kindly shared details. One of the best things about this cafe is that it operates as a non-profit. While I was there, two high school student interns were gaining job skills, so your support goes to a great cause. Definitely give Cafe Motif a try, and let me know your thoughts--I'm here for it!

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    Thank you! Hope you visit again soon!

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    1 year ago

    Food was mid, service was incomplete. I'm just going straight to the facts, overall this place needs a make over in training.

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    1 year ago

    Wow wow! Cafe Motif is a one of a kind hidden gem. The atmosphere, the food, the staff all were top notch. Will be back for sure.

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    Thank you! Come again soon!

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    1 year ago

    Good variety menu. Portions were good sized. Bright well lit spot. I think people will be pleasantly surprised if they give them a chance.

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    2 years ago

    Everything about is great!! Great vibe, great staff and great food!! I bet this place will be gilroy next hidden gem! Great job Cafe Motif

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    2 years ago

    Just creative, and cute for a historic hotel in downtown with a friendly staff, and very good food. Try it!

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