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    Gaa Cafe

    4.5 (54 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
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    Ube Latte
    Briana N.

    Super cute cafe with a lot of interesting drink flavors! I tried the ube latte, which had a really good ube flavor. But it was super grainy so I wasn't the biggest fan. But would definitely go back to try some other flavors, and their pastries and desserts.

    Biscoff Muffin
    Lynna I.

    This is my third visit to this cafe. You can order at the kiosk or on your phone via their QR code. It looks like there was only one person fulfilling all the orders this morning so it took a while to get my take out order. I got the sea salt honey latte with a biscoff muffin. Both were good. Their decor is nice and cozy. I like coming back when I'm around this area to try their different items.

    Anna D.

    Hidden gem that you must visit! This is a Hong Kong inspired cafe that has drinks and food. The food is made fresh. You can order on a kiosk, online, at the counter. Ever since I visited Taiwan for 2wks I've craved the pineapple buns with butter so once I saw they have these I knew I had to go! I also got the tiramisu latte and the Hong Kong latte milk tea. They were both amazing! I love the cups the came in. Very cute! The staff were very friendly! There are so many other items I want to try so I'll be back for sure!

    Mark F.

    On the recommendation of a fellow foodie, I made a quick trip out to Gaa Café on Baymeadows (near the intersection of Southside) and was absolutely blown away by the warm hospitality, cozy atmosphere and incredible cuisine! Owner Kelly Lei and her staff Pookie and Lily showcased the depth of their menu, offering detailed descriptions of each delectable and unique dish, many of which are rarities to our area. Having seen an episode of "Smiling Friends" where the characters raved about a "Century Egg," (IYKYK), I knew I needed to try one! For the adventurous, it was absolutely delicious - earthy, mildly salty, soy, and balanced with a light, custardy tofu. Amazing! If a century egg isn't your thing, the menu is so deep with sweet and savory items, there's something for absolutely everyone! Their steamed bau buns were the best I've had south of NYC! The lamb was sliced so thin, it melted away on my palate- the duck was beautifully shredded to avoid an abundance of oil. They thought of everything! A traditional Hong Kong French Toast followed, which had a sliver of peanut butter (optional, they ask upfront about allergies), and a drizzle of condensed milk with generous pat of butter - true indulgence without being heavy - it was airy! Not hungry? They have a huge selection of creative coffees, boba, etc - don't sleep on the pistachio latte! Open 7 days a week - go say hello to the lovely Miss Kelly and her team for an authentic Hong Kong dining experience! The next part came from an informative sign on the wall: Gaa Café is an exciting new specialty coffee and tea concept designed to offer a high-quality, community-focused experience in Jacksonville. name, "Gaa,' The café's name comes from the Cantonese romanization meaning "home," reflecting the founder's heritage and the café's mission to create a welcoming and comfortable space for all. This concept of home is at the heart of Gaa Café's brand identity, providing customers with a genuine sense of belonging and warmth. Gaa Café features fusion-inspired specialty coffees, artisanal teas, and a variety of in-house baked goods, along with select locally sourced pastries, light meals, and curated beverages. Signature offerings such as Elderflower Malt Coffee and Marshmallow Coffee are expected to become customer favorites - even viral sensations - attracting a diverse audience and helping shape Neptune Beach's evolving coffee culture. The café is led by Kelly Lei, a Hong Kong-born entrepreneur with extensive management experience and a passion for artisanal beverages. Inspired by her heritage and a memorable visit to a small Hong Kong coffee shop in January 2024, Kelly created Gaa Café as a testament to connection, community, and creativity. Cafe Gaa 9865-10 Baymeadows Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32256

    Banana peanut butter latte
    Yara R.

    Walked in to a very cute pink cafe. I ordered at the kiosk but was able to speak with the barista who was really kind and recommended a few different teas for me to try. I was in the mood for a latte so I got the banana pb latte and while $8 is a little high for a coffee I thought the flavor was absolutely wonderful. I'm so glad I ran into this place and will definitely be back whenever I'm in town

    French toast
    Vanessa T.

    What a beautiful Cafe! It's so nice and pretty inside, makes you want to stay awhile! We went for their new year celebration and dragon dancers, so cool! We loved it and wish for much success in the coming year! They were very busy of course but we got a few things, loved the drink, a coffee latte so good! The food stuff was unique we tried the potato salad sandwich with chicken breast and cheese, then it's pressed, it was quite tasty! The red bean buns were so cute but tasted terrible. The French toast was also quite good! Will love to come back

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    Ivi L.

    Such a cute Hong Kong coffee/tea shop!! They offer a huge variety of coffee/tea options, but not as much food. For breakfast, it was mainly sweet items. I got the hot latte in a cone cup that was small but interesting. Decent coffee. The chicken floss egg tart was a LOT SMALLER than in the picture. It's only 5cm in diameter... interesting flavors but probably won't order it again. The staff was really nice but did take some time to get my items especially when there was only one other person there.

    Iced cotton candy vanilla latte.
    Rebecca N.

    I ordered the iced cotton candy vanilla latte. It is so delicious! I was leaving RADIFI Credit Union and the cafe caught my eye. I have been wanting to visit here for a while. Iam not sure of the hours, but I parked and took a chance. Yes! They were open. There is definitely one good thing about retirement-you have more time to go places. Come here and visit-you won't be sorry. You'll be happy you did. I know it's hard to start a business, but everything is perfect! Great planning Kelly Lei! Pros:everything Cons:none Recommend? I challenge everyone to pay her a visit. Great place.

    Ube espresso and strawberry matcha
    Eralene M.

    Cute new cafe in the area. We got there a little close to closing time so I think we missed out on some deserts but we were able to get an egg tart and a pineapple bun. I would recommend the pineapple bun, it was so delicious and the bun had a perfect sweetness and fluffiness. The strawberry matcha was delicious it had a perfect amount of strawberry and matcha. The ube espresso was ok, I think it was a bit earthy for me. It's in a plaza so there's plenty of parking. We came a the day before Valentine's Day and they had a sign outside their door saying they were hosting a speed dating event. SO I would keep track of the events they're hosting!

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    Samantha P.

    I've been wanting to try Gaa Cafe for awhile. Today was the day! As I walked up to the restaurant I noticed a huge pink coffee mug outside with flowers inside of it! It was the cutest outside decor piece I've seen in a while. I liked the ambiance of the little cafe. It's super cozy and cutely decorated. They have two kiosks for you to order from. I love the kiosks because you can view all of the details and pictures of the offerings. I had issues with my Apple Pay so I went to the register and the young lady cheerfully took my order. I placed my order and waited about 10 minutes for my foo. They make pretty much everything as soon as you order it. Excellent sign that you're going to enjoy the food! I ordered: a matcha latte with Carmel syrup and whole milk. I was hoping for a more earthy taste amd creamy taste. I didn't taste the Carmel syrup at all. I will try the coffee and tea on future visits. Shrimp & Rice Vermicelli $5.99 Super duper fantastic! I will order two next time. Absolutely fantastic! It was certainly fresh and it tasted authentically made. House made egg tart with house made whipped cream marshmallow on top. $5.99 So incredibly cute and definitely delicious. It was a fun eat. 10/10 will order AGAIN! I enjoyed this little cafe so much!

    Anna-caroline B.

    I am going to give it a 5.5/10 for overall flavors and my own tastes... however I have no idea what a Hong Kong coffee shop is supposed to taste , therefore is this is your vibe you should still check them out! I got the biscoff latte half sweet and it didn't taste like much of anything - I would like to try it normal as maybe they don't use a lot of sugar so I wouldn't have gotten half sweet! The buns were a little bit different than I expected. I thought there would be a lot less breading and more filling. They were okay flavor to my taste buds! 6.5/10! The inside was super cute. You do order on a screen and pay with card at the screen. The employee working did not look at me or speak to me ! Again I'm not sure if it's a part of the culture of this type of cafe so that's okay with me. The service was still quick !

    Kia R.

    Kelly, the owner, was so nice. You order at a kiosk, so take your time looking cause there is plenty to pick from. We tried a little bit of everything. I got the black sesame banana latte, which I loved! My sister got the chocolate banana iced drink. Also good. For food, we got the potato salad toast, the mini pancake set, and the scallion cucumber donut. My top choices were the scallion and the black sesame latte. The dish was sooo good. I would've picked a spicier option, it was that good. The mini pancakes are such a good treat as well. Paired nicely with the drink. The cafe itself is very cute and comfortable. The aesthetic is very adorable and lots of space. I can see myself studying for. The cafe. I'll definitely be back to visit.

    Matcha Latte
    Lea P.

    Beautiful and cute cafe located in Baymeadows. This cafe is serving a variety of unique flavored coffees such as Creamy Black Sesame Banana Latte, Ube Latte, Rose Strawberry Latte, Iced Cotton Candy Vanilla Latte, and so much more! Not to mention their pastries and small plates that I have not seen in any other coffee shops. My favorites are the egg tart, pineapple bun, donut with cream filling (not sweet! I loved it!) and cream cheese pastry! They also offer delicious small plates such as beef, lamb, and duck bao buns, century eggs, spicy Sichuan cucumber donuts, tofu suki, and many more dishes I can't wait to try the next time I visit. Definitely stop by and support this locally owned business, I highly recommended!

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    Service needs to be quicker. Waited over 30 mins for a pastry while people that came in way later than us received their pastries first.

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    The egg tarts was really good, highly recommend. I also tried the Coconut Matcha was refreshing.

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    Possibly but I got Oat milk in mine. I looked online, I don't soy. Only Whole, 2%, almond and Oat milk.

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