Chaii

Love the new vibe and drinks at Tupelo. I had written this place off and recently rediscovered it…read moresince they changed ownership and management. Others seem to have noticed as well as this place is now constantly hopping. Love all the drinks but hot or cold americanos and infused ice teas are my go-tos. The service is fantastic. Shoutout to Sophia, the regular girl at the counter when I go in the afternoons. They recently extended their evening hours to 10 pm daily, much appreciated! I also attended their first open mic and fired pizza night last week and it was amazing. They had a big crowd and the performances were all great, not a single cringy karaoke moment. Reminded me of a cafe or club vibe in Europe or something. It was fun. Ok, so the secrets out now, just make sure to leave me a seat, preferably a couch seat with a plug. Thanks in advance.

I stopped by today and tried the Tupelo Iced Latte, and it was absolutely incredible! To be…read morehonest, I'm usually not a big fan of iced coffee, but this one completely changed my mind. It was THAT good! The atmosphere is so cozy and welcoming, and the service was amazing. A special shoutout to Sofia and Yarmila -- they were incredibly sweet, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. Definitely one of my new favorite coffee spots. I'll absolutely be coming back!

Such a cozy and welcoming coffee that you always want to

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Mocha

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18 Grams Coffee Roasters

4.4(634 reviews)

3.3 mi

This place is always so busy and I'm not sure why, I've been here twice now and their drinks are…read more$6+ each and not that good. My husband got the strawberry matcha and there was maybe 1 tsp of strawberry jam. Kind of ridiculous to charge that much when there is no flavor. Lame

Day Visited: Saturday @ 1 PM Price Range: $$…read moreParking: Free parking lot Ordered: Iced Mocha with vanilla cold foam and Iced Americano with vanilla cold foam Overall, solid 8.5/10. Any time we visit Sac, it is one of our go-to spots! They do an excellent job of sourcing their coffee beans along with roasting them. They've gotten exceptionally good at standardizing their drinks across the board as well. We have also tried many of their drinks outside of what we ordered today, including the 1987, 18 to the Brain, Thai Coffee, and Mexican Mocha. They have a food menu as well, which ranges from rice bowls to breakfast sandwiches. It's a great place to go to meet with friends, studying, or working on a project. They also have a good amount of seating inside, but it does fill up quickly! They do have WiFi (and outlets) and one single bathroom. Given we have been coming here for years, it is a must whenever you're in the Arden area!

Ran out of coffee beanss! Coffee before work!

Ube muffin and ube cookie

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Hojicha with sesame cream

Offbeat Coffee

4.5(418 reviews)

4.4 mi•Land Park

Very good matcha but it smells like wet dog in here and i have to hold my breath as soon as i enterread more

Twice Matcha (4.5/5) With Oat Milk…read more Matcha latte is unsweetened but matcha cream top comes sweetened Matcha flavor was good after mixed with cream top (latte base was a tad bit milky) Comparable to bay area matcha :)

Muffin and coffee cake

Weekend special: sweet corn latte (espresso and hojicha)

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Matcha latte and hojicha latte

Chocolate Fish Coffee Roasters

4.2(558 reviews)

1.4 mi•East Sacramento

Chocolate Fish is KNOWN for their chocolate! I highly recommend their mocha latte, but even their…read moreitems on their "specials" board are delightful!!! The atmosphere is super relaxing and inviting. Parking is limited, so if you live in the area, you may choose to stop here on a walk. This is one of our favorite spots for food and drink on any day of the week!

Stopped by for breakfast recently and loved it!! The staff was so friendly and the coffee and food…read morewas delicious. The avocado toast was so filling and a big highlight.

Smashed Avo on Toast with the Works and Egg

$9 Almond Butter Toast with The Works (banana, local honey & cocoa nibs)

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Iced mocha, iced coffee, oatmeal raisin cookie, peanut butter cookie, banana chocolate chip bread

Chloé Cà Phê & Roastery

4.3(228 reviews)

3.0 mi•Midtown

Awesome Iced Espresso Drink Is My New Addiction!…read more SITREP I've been coming to Chloé Cà Phê & Roastery now since late Winter and it has become my go-to spot to post and enjoy coffee in my neighborhood (and it's only 3 blocks away from where I live, so that's a big plus!) THE SETUP I was only a "Daily Brew" sort of guy when I started coming here 7 months ago, but then a couple of months ago I was turned onto their Ca Phe Su Da - four (4) Espresso shots served over ice! I was sold! Most of the time, I get it "as is". Sometimes I throw in a bag of Splenda. Sometimes I add a spoonful of heavy cream. Sometimes I add in both: depends on my mood. But now I have a new favorite "go-to" coffee beverage, and it's deLISH and it hits the spot! THE LOWDOWN Chloe has an amazing menu of coffee offerings that you need to check out! It's got awesome indoor seating, some nice DJ music offerings at times, and an excellent place to meet up with friends and/or just post with your laptop a spell!

In a nutshell; relatively unique cafe with their own merch to boot…read more Drawn by the really cute chowchow sign out front, youll see yourself entering and immediately get drawn by car they have displayed in the middle of their establishment. Honestly my first thoughts were, "why is there a car in here?" but Im sure car enthusiasts would fancy seeing a luxurious prestige vehicle in a cafe and everyone else would find it interesting as it is unusual for a cafe to just have a car right in the middle of its establishment. Their menu isnt overwhelming and only has a few selections, theres good pastries to try out as well. Coffee was alright and the pastries were ok, overall I guess I was just more distracted by the business's set pieces. In any case, check the place out, parking can be a pain if it gets busy, typical downtown sac. Issues.

Pho Americano

Iced Shaken Latte

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Pho Americano

Finjan Coffee House

4.1(86 reviews)

3.5 mi

The shop is very beautiful the service was good but I thing this drink is over priced $8.70 for an…read moreice coffee it is good and sweet just seems over priced. Should invest in bigger cup sizes.

Came here on a whim because I was in the area and let me say, the place is really neat. I love the…read moretraditional painted art that is displayed throughout the coffee shop of the Middle East. What I found really cool is the ground seating area they have! This is a very traditional style of seating in the Middle East, and to see it here makes me feel close and proud of my heritage. The coffee is great, I got a pistachio iced latte with almond milk and you can't even taste the almond milk. What I would love to see is how it would be with live pianist or other live music. And maybe the smoke detector so it stops chirping Overall service was great I will be back if I'm in the area

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Seating area

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Temple Coffee

4.3(104 reviews)

2.0 mi•East Sacramento

I absolutely love Temple coffee. It's something about their coffee that is pure perfection…read more I love the Mexican Mocha, Thai Tea, matcha, Espresso and Americano. You definitely have to try their seasonal Coffee drink they are amazing! The service is always top notch when it's super busy the lines still go down fast. The inside is cute and cozy. The parking lot is pretty easy to get into from the main road. It's cute inside with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.

Adj: chill coffee shop in the heart of East Sacramento…read more We enjoy coming here for activity meet up's and to hang out with friends. They serve good quality coffee and other caffeinated drinks like espresso, fraps, and cappuccino. Tea drinkers have plenty of choices here too. They also serve gluten free and nut free pastries for those who have allergies. The service is friendly, helpful, and efficient. I like the calm and relaxed ambiance here and I like the light fixtures, seating and other furniture, and decor here with all the warm wood tones and light, bright, and airy colors. Overall, this Temple coffee location is a great place for studying, reading, hanging out, getting work done and meeting with friends while enjoying delicious coffees, teas, and sweet treats.

20th Anniversary Tumbler

Coffee and matcha

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Wushiland Boba

4.6(210 reviews)

3.5 mi•Hollywood Park

This Sacramento Wushiland is our favorite boba place when we're in town for a couple state outdoor…read morearchery tournaments every year at Discovery Park. This store is bright, lots of seating, fun, and huge selection. Kids love this place, especially the passion fruit Yakult drink. Looking forward to coming back here!

I finally got to try this place in Sacramento! Everytime I go to SGV in SoCal, I never find the…read moreright chance to go. The interior is well designed. Lots of plushies and art throughout. Ordered via the kiosk. Came last week when they had promo deals related to their anniversary. I love that you can order extra shots of tea in your drink. It's a classic taste!

Oolong Milk Tea with Mini boba

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Roasted oolong milk tea

Sweet Oven Bakery

4.9(316 reviews)

3.7 mi

The foods that was there was very delicious, not overly the top sweet. It was just right. All the…read morefoods I had were very tasty and delicious and would definitely come back for the drinks because it's definitely a hidden gem. I can see they take their time to perfect their craft and you know that it's going to be great, so the service is as fast as it can be! Once entering the store, the aromatic bakery fills the air and it just makes you have an appetite. Definitely a great ambiance that shares a store next to the Sandwich Spot.

Hidden in a business/commercial building area is this bakery…read more I went at about 9:30am and they didn't have much available cookie wise. I asked about their cookies and creme cookie but the staff said it was still cooling so they couldn't sell it to me. It was about $5.50 for one chocolate chip cookie. It was alright. Nice size and thickness, worth the price. But the taste was just average. It was very soft but it still tasted a bit dry. Not nice and moist. Service was fine.

Chocolate Coconut Pecan Cookie

Dubai chocolate strawberries

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Mango Matcha

Milka Coffee Roasters

4.4(516 reviews)

3.9 mi•Downtown

Milka Memories Drinks:…read moreVanilla Latte- just perfect and milky not too sweet Service: excellent, fast and attentive Ambiance: cute big building was an old shop owned by Milka. The building has plenty of areas for seating. Outdoor seating for a nice day. Love all the hanging plants.

I love it when a historic old home has new life as a small local business. Decided to check this…read morecoffee shop out as I was looking for a local roaster. The people that work there were so cool! I'm thinking about moving to the area and they were really great about giving me a lot of suggestions of neighborhoods to look at. It seems that they specialize in a lot of iced flavored coffees, as that is what I saw most of the people that were there when I was getting. I just wanted a latte with a little bit of honey and cinnamon. Was kind of surprised that they don't carry cinnamon at their shop, that's a coffee shop staple. I did enjoy the latte, though, the roast on the beans was very nice. The vibe in this old home is so cool, lots of people just chatting and hanging out. Was a really great place to pass a little time in a beautiful neighborhood. I would return to this coffee shop. I didn't try any of the pastries that were available, but I did see a case with a selection.

Built in 1861 our building is on the city historic registry and we've done our best to restore it!

Pour Overs are Specialty Coffee's Pastime.

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There's plenty of seating and outlets and free wifi is offered to all!!

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Meuy S.

160

499

2 years ago

Disappointing Experience - Lack of Communication and Poor Customer Service I recently ordered a birthday meal for a friend through DoorDash from Chaii, and unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing. Two items of the three items I ordered didn't make it to my friend, and I was never notified that some items were out of stock. I tried calling the restaurant to inquire about the issue but no one answered. I even left a message requesting a callback, but received no follow-up. To make matters worse, the items were replaced without my knowledge, and the only communication I received was a note taped to the box. I also contacted the DoorDash driver, who confirmed no one had informed him about the replacement either. I understand the order was placed through DoorDash, but I've had other restaurants call or message when items are unavailable, or at least inform the driver so the customer can be notified. What concerns me most is the potential risk to my friend's health. She could have been allergic to something in the replacement items, and there was no communication to ensure her safety. Given Chaii's strong Yelp rating of 4.4 stars, I expected much better service. I was charged full price but didn't receive the correct order, and I was left in the dark about the changes. This lack of communication, coupled with the safety concerns, has made me very disappointed. I hope this review helps bring attention to these issues for future customers. Update: I also messaged the business on IG. They responded and took accountability for the replaced items but stated there was no number on the ticket order and informed me to get a refund from DoorDash. I responded by stating I appreciate their acknowledgment of the issue. After reaching out multiple times through call, Instagram, and Yelp, it's clear that communication could have been better. I've had positive experiences with DoorDash before and expected the same from your restaurant. It would have helped if your staff had informed the DoorDash driver about the menu changes. I'll be contacting DoorDash to address this matter. I hope this was an isolated incident, as I was looking forward to trying their restaurant after seeing the great reviews. Unfortunately, this experience has been disappointing. read more

Raj K.

4293

747

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2 years ago

I recently visited Chaii in East Sacramento and had an incredible experience! Muhammad and Anees are amazing managers who ensure the service is both friendly and professional. The staff was very quick and efficient, making my visit even more enjoyable. I tried the Mango Kulfi Shake and it was absolutely delicious! I've never had a kulfi shake before, and this one was so unique and tasty. The addition of tapioca pearls and falooda made it even more special--truly a historic blend of flavors! All the ingredients were incredibly fresh and delicious. I love this location and can't wait to return to try more items on the menu. I look forward to seeing more Chaii locations around town. Highly recommend! read more

Steven D.

Elite 26

298

329

381

1 year ago

Chaii is an adorable little gem--perfect for cozy study sessions or a quick chai break. The shop is small but charming, with about four tables for studying inside, a few more outside, and a bike rack if you're rolling in on two wheels. Parking can be a bit tight, but side street spots give you a generous 2-hour limit. The chai is delightful, the pastries are simple but satisfying, and the vibe is perfect for getting lost in your work or just soaking in the calm atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit! read more

Sohail G.

2 years ago

ago I stopped by earlier today, and it was a nice experience. The owners were very welcoming. Some of these drinks are not offered anywhere else. I had the malai kulfi and pearly faluda kulfi. They were both amazing. Props to the employees also, they were quick and had great customer service! will be returning to try out different drinks. read more

Arianna C.

6 months ago

This place is listed for sale on Facebook market place. Seems a little weird and sketchy. It's giving scam. Never been but the owners should contact and have that post taken down. Unless it really is for sale read more

Arya C.

8 months ago

I was really looking forward to getting a tea here but nobody answered the phone even though I called multiple times. I can't stand businesses you don't even answer their own phone! read more

Evelyn M.

1 year ago

great place staff is super nice :). Definitely recommend. Also super fast and great .

Chaii - coffee - Updated September 2026

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Got two paninis and two scoops of gelato to go. When I walked in the place looked clean and smelled…read moregood. They had a display of wonderful looking pastries and friendly staff. I will be back for sure. PS no pictures because I ate it too fast and forgot to photograph.

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I decided to check out this new café after seeing it all over TikTok. Overall, I'd say it was…read moreokay--somewhere in the mid-range. I think I came in with really high expectations because of all the reviews, so part of that might be on me. I originally thought it was a standalone coffee shop, but it's actually connected to Brickland Bistro. I went during a semi-morning/afternoon rush, so it was a bit busy, and the entrance to the café area did feel a little crowded. After ordering, there was a bit of a wait for our drinks since there were groups ahead of us. They didn't take names or give out order numbers, which made the process feel a little unorganized. I noticed some people who ordered after me ended up getting their drinks first. I tried their matcha latte with added vanilla. Personally, I found the milk overpowered the matcha, so it wasn't as strong as I usually prefer. My friend tried the coffee and she thought it was decent but nothing standout. On the positive side, the ambience is great if you enjoy darker, cozy spaces for studying or hanging out, and the staff was very kind and attentive. It seemed like they were doing their best despite being a new cafe and having a rush.

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