I ordered 3 drinks, and Iced Hojicha tea, a Banana Bourbon Iced latte, and a Citrus Chill. The coffee was well balanced but the citrus chill was my favorite as it had a tart finish that brightened up the fruity notes in the espresso. I need to go back because everything I ordered was iced and I want to try some of the hot drinks. The banana bourbon latte was good, I wish it had maybe a more pronounced banana flavor and that the bourbon came through more. But the oat milk and the coffee were so smooth and luxurious that it made the experience enjoyable. Important note: with Mitsua market and the busy food areas there, this plaza gets incredibly busy! It's not the best parking situation, so know that ahead of time. read more

I'm a traditional hot coffee drinker (cappuccinos are usually my go-to), so I was excited to try Coffee & Water Lab. We ordered a Cortado and the Honey Sea Salt Latte -- both were excellent. The espresso was rich, smooth, and perfectly pulled, which really showed in both drinks. The honey sea salt latte had a really nice balance of sweet and savory that wasn't overly sweet. We also got a croissant, which was flaky and delicious. They clearly have strong breakfast options overall -- the cheesy toast pictured on their page looked amazing too. Everything felt fresh and thoughtfully prepared. This is a great spot for quality coffee and solid breakfast food. We'll definitely be back to work our way through more of their flavored drinks and breakfast toasts. Highly recommend! read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Latte Honey Sea Salt Latte Cortado - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Stopped by for a quick coffee break. Since it was hot, I decided to get a iced latte. They have one of the better pandam flavored syrups. For first timers,they will ask you what type of roast you prefer. Light, medium,or dark roast. Depending on the drink, I usually go with dark roast. I like how you can customize your flavor. read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Honey Pandan Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

It was my first time visiting this location. I had the iced honey pandan latte. It was very good and tasted both strong and light at the same time, very refreshing. Our drinks came out pretty quickly. The inside of the cafe had plenty of seating and looked clean and open. I'll have to come back soon to try some of the food options. read more

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I was craving an affogato on a rainy day and Coffee & Water Lab totally hit the spot. The place is really cute -- I walked in to a lot of people on their laptops, so it definitely has that cozy work-friendly cafe vibe. The drink itself was great! My only complaint is that it came in a very small cup. The price is pretty standard for the Bay Area, but for the size, I was a little disappointed in the value. When you're craving an affogato, you want more than a few spoonfuls! Small cup aside, the quality was there. Perfect rainy day spot. read more

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Coffee and Water Lab has an excellent decaf Americano--second only to Peet's Coffee, in my opinion. It's rich, smooth, and creamy, without tasting watered down. I also love the beautiful to-go cups, and the baristas are always friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend giving it a try! read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Decaf Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Amazing coffee place! The espresso was smooth and perfectly balanced (not bitter or acidic). Plus the flavor syrups are perfectly balanced in the latte. I tried the Honey Black Sesame Latte, and while I wasn't sure I would like it, I ended up loving it! The flavor was super delicious, and went really well with the espresso flavor. We also ordered the avocado toast which is made on a Japanese milk bread slice. The seasoning toppings were super interesting and yummy, just maybe would have liked a bit more of the toppings personally. I really liked the larger menu of super unique drinks and definitely will be coming back to try a couple more that caught my eye! People are super nice and even though it's busy (for a good reason) there is plenty of parking and places to sit indoors and some outdoors. read more

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Interesting digital coffee shop. I was excited to see this shop was located in the same shopping center as Mitsuwa. Parking can be tricky, but, luckily, we snagged a spot right in front of the doors. Walking in, every table was filled with people working, talking, and hanging out. The staff were busy yet friendly and welcoming. I ordered a Honey Black Sesame Latte with Oat Milk and my partner got a drip coffee. Our order came out in less than 10 minutes, even though there were many orders ahead of ours. I found the digital system to be interesting to watch while I waited for our drinks. My latte was very tasty and balanced. My partner's drip coffee was okay, nothing to write home about. Overall, nice coffee shop experience. Not sure if I would go out of my way to try it again, but it is worth it if you're in the area! read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Honey Black Sesame Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

5/5 for product 3/5 only because they're so successful they really need to figure out how to scale. Came in Saturday around 11. The entire cafe is full of an ordering line and a pick up line. They don't really call out the orders so we kept checking in from outside. It's cute and there is ample seating probably more tailored to a week day. My boyfriend got a burrito and said it was very fresh. Will definitely come back for coffee on a weekday (: hopefully avoid some of the crowd read more

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Ambiance: nice, well lit place with a a few tables to study and chat. However, seats are limited, so hit or miss if you can snag one. Also some outdoor seating. Mellow, cafe-like music to fit the setting. Service: service could have been a bit better. I wasn't greeted and felt like I had to flag the worker down to take my order at the counter. He was also very soft spoken and seemed disinterested. Drink: - Honey pandan latte: 5/5 would get again. Had a distinct pandan flavor without feeling artificial. Was surprised it wasn't hidden away by the espresso. You are able to customize your milk preference and espresso level (light, medium, dark). Warning that iced drinks cost a bit more. Togo cups cups in a nice, durable feeling plastic(?) container read more

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The yuzu lemonade fizz was not appealing, it tasted artificial had not a pleasant taste. The honey lavender latte after mixed tasted mostly like milk and not enough lavender or coffee, I would have most likely needed a double shot for that flavor to go through. The Vietnamese nitro was something unique. That drink tasted the best out of the three that I received. I loved how there were options for different types of roast which was refreshing to see. Service was decent, drinks came out at a decent time and offered a take out cup when you're not finished. Seatings were enough, provided some inside and outside seatings perfect for studying and casual conversation. The inside felt modern and clean as well. read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Yuzu Lemonade Fizz, Honey Lavender Latte, and Vietnamese Nitro CB Float - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Great coffee but very busy in a pretty busy area so parking can be hard and high traffic times. I enjoyed my matcha latte a lot and want to come back to get something else. read more

The toast was honestly the highlight, one of the best toasts I've had. The coffee was pretty average. It's always been busy when I've gone, with limited seating and a lot of students working. The space is also very bright with minimal decor. read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Avocado Toast, Tomato Ricotta - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

So a few people including my ex have told me about this place and after passing it by several time, I thought I check it out. It's a pretty interesting place. Seems to be your average run of the mill ma and pa coffee joint and it's a favorite among digital nomads. From what I can see a lot of people were on their computers. It feels like a very cool office but with high end drinks. It is a very sweet place but coming here is not going to be the norm for me because I had to pay over $8 for a drink. Fortunately I feel this place is well worth the splurge. It is very quiet here for some reason. You can literally hear a pin drop or a fly sneezing. Staff who work here is very nice, they did a good job of guiding me through what to get rather than rushing me. read more

Love this spot so much! One of my favorite matchas in the Bay- clean, good quality ingredients-always great customer service too Didn't even notice the sweet design until we got to the car :) Highly recommend if in the area! *Always perfect amount of outlets for WFH or any laptop work* read more

Coffee & Water Lab - 2 Hot Matcha Lattes with Oat Milk and Maple Syrup sweetener to-go - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

I decided to stop by this aesthetic cafe after seeing it on Instagram two years ago. This place was packed after 10 am. The barista was patient to let me decide what to order since this was my first time. Eggnog Latte- not too sweet with a good cinnamon and nutmeg flavor. Tomato Ricotta Toast- savory goodness, and the Shokupan bread was soft. Overall, the service was friendly, the cafe had spacious seating, and a mini apparel section. The outlets are conveniently located under the seat. I had difficulty concentrating on reading since there was a group of people chatting at the next table and a music playlist in the background. I should bring my headphones next time. I would come back to try their Asian-inspired lattes and dessert toasts. read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Latte and Tomato Ricotta Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

I've been coming here for a while and decided to give this place an official review. People are always working here. I think it's because it's spacious and has good lighting. Even when it's busy, the service is pretty quick. The workers here are always super friendly. I don't think I've ever had a negative customer service experience here. They have a solid base menu and unique seasonal drinks. From their regular menu, I usually order one of their cold brews. I ordered the maple cream cold brew this time around. It had a nice maple syrup taste and was perfectly sweet. My fiance ordered the banana bourbon latte. We both really liked it. We always look forward to their seasonal drinks. I ordered the Chinese sausage breakfast burrito, which I had been meaning to try for a while. It was tasty, but a little small for 8 dollars. I still liked it, it's just not something to split between two people (which my fiance and I planned to do haha) Definitely check this place out! read more

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Came here for coffee and carbs on a Friday morning upon the recommendation of my daughter and son-in-law. We sat outside as this coffeeshop was packed and we didn't want to rub elbows with the other customers. I wanted to get the Honey Black Sesame Latte but the disinterested cashier said it was unavailable and suggested in a mumbled tone, a cappuccino. One star deducted. After begrudgingly saying yes, I was thankful that he allowed me to order the rest of what was on my list of dine-ins and to-gos. I guess my wife liked the Blueberry Mascarpone toast and Vietnamese Nitro Cold Brew Float as she finished hers before I was done with my overcooked Ham & Swiss Cheese toast. Another star taken out. The cappuccino was decent though. The Madagascar Latte and Toasted Caramel Latte we took home brought no complaints from the daughter and SIL as well. I was told that I could've requested specific roasts which got me all excited at this coffeeshop, but that one crew member spoiled it all for me. I don't see myself returning here. There's just to many good cafes in San Jose with pleasant cashiers. read more

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For my son's school, parents are encouraged to meet up once a month to socialize and grow our community. Last year, our grade-level lead parent chose Coffee & Water Lab as our home base, which was awesome because I'd frequently drive by and see it from the road but never had a good reason to stop and try. The space is relatively long but quite narrow so everyone is seated basically side by side. For our meetups, this can be very challenging to find a space ahead of time as all tables are tables for two (a few fours maybe?) if I recall correctly, and you have to push them together for a bigger group. Unfortunately, if you don't have a big enough group yet (stragglers), it's hard to justify hogging a lot of tables. Fortunately on the other hand, as our group grows, as long as there are empty tables elsewhere, a lot of clientele have been incredibly gracious and offered (we didn't ask) to move to help accommodate our newcomers. The drinks are quite unique and very tasty. Personal favorite is the little gingerbread man cookie that comes with some fall/wintery seasonal items. Apparently the food is fantastic too - a fellow parent claims he gained easily 5 lbs in half a year for their avocado toast (we meet monthly, but because of his new-found love for this place, he started going weekly). I have to say, I appreciate the staff a lot. I was a bit out of it and definitely pre-caffeinated when I came in to order one morning. The staff member incredibly patient as I scanned and contemplated my life choices boiling down to my drink order. And when I finally came to my senses and chose one, he then asks me the following clarifying questions rather than assume, which I insanely appreciate cuz I would have likely had a much less smooth start otherwise (size, hot or cold, ice or no ice, here or to-go, whole milk or alternative). I still drive by from time to time and think fondly of this place and all the lovely memories that were made from the year prior. I really should pull into the lot and just enjoy a slower quiet morning again on my own someday. read more

We got a couple of seasonal flavored lattes, and they were both really delicious and flavorful. The parking lot was a nightmare, but that has more to do with the whole shopping complex than this coffee shop. Other than that, the experience was nice! read more

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Been here a handful of times and I'd say it's a solid choice for coffee. You can tell they take pride in the quality of the ingredients they source. My iced Madagascar latte was HUGE! I've also tried some of their more fun seasonal drinks like Honey Pandan Latte which was very sweet. Liked that you could pick your roast type in your espresso drinks. Whenever I've come, this place is always busy. It tends to be people working and/or studying inside, but they have outdoor seating. Overall would recommend trying! read more

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Drink: If I come here I would definitely consider getting the Madagascar latte again! I got it with almond milk with less sweetness. Ambiance: While the coffee is good, I often don't come here because of the loud echos and lack of seating. read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Madagascar Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

I was in the area found this place on yelp and decided to try it. It's in a very busy shopping center. The earlier you go the better. I came here early on a Saturday 8:30 and this place was packed. There's a lot of tables but the place is small. So after you order it gets a little complicated where to stand. They called our order and I noticed they have clear lids. I've never seen that and absolutely loved it. The girl who was doing the coffee art wow amazing! The coffee was strong so they use good beans and the taste was good. Overall really good coffee. read more

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I came here a few weeks back and got their honey pandan latte which was so good. The coffee is very strong, but it had a good amount of sweetness and subtle Pandan. I'd definitely go back again to try other drinks read more

This is a special lil spot. Their hours are really convenient since they open early and close later than plenty of coffee shops. They have a wide variety of beans from different locations and really knowledgeable baristas. Pastries are fresh (most of the time) and the wraps are made fresh to order. Everything is reasonably priced. Only thing I could say is there's too many signs and options and it can get overwhelming. Loved their pumpkin cream top over cold brew. Can really taste that they use fresh and more whole ingredients. This spot is not a home run for me, since the first time I went my pastry was stale, and the tables are so extremely jam packed in there hard for a variety of body sizes to be comfortable and it feels cramped. Otherwise definitely a go to read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Pumpkin cream top over Cold Brew Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

This is a updated review for coffee and water lab. Originally I had an interesting experience and I posted about it. The owner Amy made everything right. I can't wait to try them again soon! read more

This place had some pretty good reviews so i decided to try it out. I went at around 11:30 and there wasn't a big line. I only had to wait a little for the cashier to be available to take my order. I got the Madagascar latte and got it medium sweet and it was still pretty sweet but not in an overwhelming way at all. The coffee was really good and clean tasting which I liked a lot. It had no hints of bitterness at all which I also enjoy in a coffee. I was also pretty hungry and wanted to order a breakfast wrap. All of the options had pork in it which I don't eat and so the cashier told me that I was able to remove anything I wanted because they assemble it per order. With that being said I took out the protein making it only potato and egg and the cashier was super sweet and offered to give me extra potato or to add avocado since I can't have the meat. Needless to say I was super let down to take a bite and find sausage in it. It was probably a mistake but it was still pretty annoying. I think that I would definitely come back here for the coffee or to try the toast. It would be cool to see them add wraps or other items with chicken or turkey for all the non-pork eaters like myself. read more

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The interior of this location is really cool with lots of coffee tools and fresh roasting stations. You can tell they are very into the process. I found the nitro drink a little bit sour for my taste, but the honey sesame was more balanced. I'd try one of their classics next time. There is outdoor seating - a couple of tables out in front which is great. The parking lot is in a popular grocery/food area so it's large but can get busy! read more

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I love the avocado toast but please put it back on DoorDash I called just now and they said it was on there from their end but it's not showing up :( The blueberry mascarpone is also good but please put back the avocado toast uppppp read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

I've been on the hunt for a coffee shop to read, write, and relax and I think Coffee & Water Lab has definitely made the list of places I'd stay in. Patrons were welcomed throughout the 2 hours I've been here and the staff are all efficient baristas. I had asked one of them for their recommendation and it was a great recommendation at that. (He recommend the honey lavender latter - which many other patrons ordered too) Their avocado toast was delicious, the bread nice and soft but still toasty and had many flavors to it as well. The vibe of the shop is good for studying, catching up with friends, or just simply for a quick pick me up. I recommend this cafe if you're in the area! read more

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Delicious toasts and pretty solid drinks! I loved the sweet and savory + slightly creamy avocado toast, as well as the simple yet tasty blueberry marscapone toast. My friend and I also tried some of their new summer drinks like the ube latte with banana cream , matcha tonic, and matcha with banana cream. The ube latte tasted super sweet and a bit artificial; definitely not my favorite. I also didn't really enjoy the matcha and tonic flavor combination. However, the banana matcha was really tasty and quite a large size! Their banana cream was definitely super stand-out to me. Tasted like literal bananas and not at all artificial. Overall, this is a great spot to grab a drink and some light foods + get some work done. All the workers were super nice. Took a little long for the toasts but drinks came out quickly. It's pretty spacious here with a decent amount of seating both in and outside. read more

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Such a great coffee shop! Tried the honey gingerbread latte off of their holiday menu-- got it iced with oatmilk. Hands down the best gingerbread latte I've had! You can really taste the gingerbread and all the cozy holiday spices. A lot of other shops that offer a gingerbread drink leave me wanting more. I'm already thinking of my next visit back. Limited indoor and outdoor seating, especially during peak morning times, so be mindful! Also, this is located in the strawberry plaza which is notorious for always being super packed and hard to find parking. read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Honey Gingerbread Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Visit Coffee Lab today for a quick afternoon tea, my friend ordered Matcha Tonic which was refreshing and I got a Hojicha latte that I think it's not very good. Definitely needs more earthy hojicha flavor and prefer non sweet option but sadly the drink came out sweet Price was a bit step compared to other places Anw a good environment for studying Services were okay tho Tips: they are currently having promotion for whole beans coffe. Buy one get one half read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Morning coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Been going to Coffee & Water lab all year & it's one of our favorite coffee shops in SJ! Their staff is super friendly & they always have really unique seasonal drinks. Last weekend we got the seasonal Ube latte & banana matcha alongside their toast. Loved both drinks (we've gotten the toast before & really enjoyed it per usual). There's a good amount of seating between their interior / outside, though they do share a parking lot with other businesses so it can get a little busy on the weekends. read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Blueberry Mascarpone Tomato Ricotta - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

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Like someone else in the reviews said, I'd give this place 3.5-4 stars Pros: - parking is super easy - unique menu items that you wouldn't see elsewhere, which is the main reason I want to go back despite not loving the drink I got - they frequently have buy one, get one 50% off for their beans - pretty interior, not too loud, good for working/studying Cons: - the tables are small - my friend and I grabbed a table and could barely fit our laptops, drinks, and water bottles. The tables are also tightly squeezed together so it's a bit awkward to squeeze yourself in when someone is sitting at an adjacent table - the black sesame latte tasted more like a veryyy subtle peanut flavor which was disappointing because I love black sesame :( Neutral: - their mochi waffle pop was not bad! I would go back to try some other menu items that caught my eye like the hojicha latte and blueberry lavender matcha. read more

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- plenty of parking even on a saturday - interior was spacious with lots of seating for people looking to study/work - lots of variety on their menu with unique offerings and seasonal items - hot honey sea salt latte: 7.5/10 - good creamy flavor with a hint of the honey and sea salt. i do wish the espresso came through a little more as well as the flavorings - matcha latte: 7/10 - very cream forward with a almost savory tasting type of matcha. it wasn't too sweet which was nice - overall just ok drinks but i would be back to try their other flavors! read more

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It's a cute, artisanal coffee shop location in a large strip mall type area. Seating can be crowded at times, and people tend to bring books and laptops and stay for a while. Drinks are decent, a nice variety, from the regular lattes and what not, to the more daring espresso tonics and ice-blended teas, which I've seen traveling in other countries as well. Prices are par for the course. There are some Asian-inspired drinks that I'd like to try again at some point as well. Nice place to check out if you're in the neighborhood! read more

So grateful my friend introduced me to this cafe! I came on a Friday afternoon and it was quite busy, but there were still several tables for working or chatting, plus a few outlets available. Their drinks are on the pricier side but generously sized - I got the honey lavender latte, which was delicious and so smooth. I love that they let you choose between light, medium, and dark roast - such a cool touch! The ambiance is relaxed and chill, and they roast their coffee on-site. Their menu is extensive, so there's something for everyone. Right now they also have seasonal/holiday drinks like the banana bourbon latte, honey gingerbread latte, and eggnog latte! read more

Coffee & Water Lab - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Ordered three chocolate milks, no ice for my kids, but they filled it all the way up with ice. Chocolate milk itself was good, but the miscommunication was disappointing as was the low volume of actual milk provided. read more

WOOF WOOF i would get on all fours and bark for that cortado. i think it was a med roast from honduras. YUM perfect extraction i got BAM chocolate and then BAM berry-ish fruity drydown. milk was a touch firm but i don't even care cause that espresso turned me into sabrina carpenter. uhh i also got the salted honey latte but couldn't taste the salt nor the honey so taking off half a star for that baristas were nice, the place smells of freshly roasted beans, and like 75% of their machines are automated. that's where the other half is going off. why are we enabling a robot takeover HELLO i want barista special special touch in my drink. never mind that sounds weird but i hope you guys know what i mean. overall nice place, may be difficult to find parking as its in that mitsuwa plaza. BADDIES EVERYWHERE!!! drink coffee and walk around later and look at all the cool fashionable people read more