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    Groovy Goose Coffee

    4.2 (216 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Linda M.

    I finally made it to Groovy Goose for a coffee. It's a cute coffee house with a roll-up garage-style door. It's very bright, clean, and has many healthy-looking plants inside. There are three tables and chairs both inside and out. The staff are friendly. My coffee came out quickly and was steaming hot, just like I like it. The one thing that I think could be improved is including pricing on the menu on the wall. I will absolutely be back!

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    Vanessa D.

    Good coffee and food items. Staff were working hard and friendly. The line took a long time to get through and then waiting for the coffee. I think the online ordering really had an impact on the speed which was a bummer for those coming in person.

    Jammin toast
    Vanessa W.

    Groovy Goose is a great community coffee shop in downtown San Carlos with a fun, laid-back vibe. The food is what I usually go back for, especially the toast and biscuit sandwiches, which are standout menu items. Drinks can be a little hit or miss, but the atmosphere keeps people coming back. Popular food items do sell out, so the app is definitely worth using to order ahead.

    Amy K.

    My new go to spot for strawberry matcha has officially been added to my list! Located in downtown San Carlos, this cafe has such a cute and colorful interior, and the logo is adorable. It's also dog friendly, which I loved. Street parking is available right in front, and there's a nearby garage as well, making it super convenient to visit!

    Carrot Cake Latte
    Sophia H.

    Cute cafe and roaster! They roast their own coffee beans, which you can also purchase. I happened to find this spot on Yelp while I was in the area today. I ordered the Carrot Cake Latte from their spring menu. The cold foam added a nice creaminess to the drink. I'm not sure if it was because I asked for it less sweet, but I didn't really taste much of the "carrot cake" flavor. I wish I hadn't adjusted the sweetness. It's always hard to tell if a drink will be too sweet or not. The staff member taking our order mentioned they hadn't tried any of the spring menu drinks yet, so I didn't ask what they thought about the sweetness. Nonetheless, the drink was still good, and I enjoyed it.

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    Lindsay C.

    I came here on a Sunday around 1pm and there was a pretty long line. I do appreciate how many staff members that had working behind the counter to try and keep up with the customer traffic. The decor inside is cute and bright. I ordered the berries and cream matcha ($7.05) off the spring menu and the Caprese sandwich ($10.95). I was hesitant about whether or not I'd like the berries and cream matcha. I even considered ordering a strawberry matcha instead, but I'm so glad I took the risk! I've never had chocolate in my matcha before, but the combination was delicious. Loved the raspberry cold foam. The Caprese sandwich was also good. Honestly, nothing special. I probably could've made it at home with my panini press. Prices are consistent with other coffee shops in the area. I would come back again to try their other specialty coffees and matchas, but maybe pass on the food.

    Iced Strawberry Matcha
    Bethany W.

    This review is only for the matcha! Vibes are great in this place, although I wish there was more indoor seating upstairs or something for people to work. I'm not a coffee drinker but my brother got a cortado; they messsed up the milk ratio but offered to make him a new drink, so he got a cortado and a latte haha. Fantastic service and an experience barista! The strawberry matcha was ok. It was a bit too milky and the strawberry jam didn't have enough fresh strawberry flavor. I'll probably ask for less ice if I get it again too. Hence the 4 stars. Overall, I know this place is a local gem so I'll continue telling friends and family to stop here (over the Starbucks) if they need a drink!

    Inside is cute
    Audrey S.

    What a cute spot! They have a disco ball and some geese on the wall and I absolutely love the originality and playfulness. Latte was good but a bit expensive and perhaps prepared a teeny bit too hot, resulting in beans that tasted nice but were ever so slightly overdone imo. Drink was prepared quickly and service was polite

    Love the vibe and their art work!
    Neo Naomi T.

    I'm a fan of this cute tasty joint! Staff are always kind and helpful with suggestions and the menu is fun without variety without being too overwhelming. The natural lighting, furnishing, and overall vibe invites me back. I appreciate that they're open to subbing out the juices in my smoothie! I usually get my food and drinks to-go but the sitting area is also cute. Ample parking nearby is also a plus.

    hazelnut latte
    Ashley T.

    came to try their new seasonal latte (carrot cake) but they were sold out. got the hazelnut latte and instead and it was pretty good. would come back to try the seasonal

    Salted Maple Latte
    Allie G.

    Groovy Goose Coffee is adorable! I visited on a Saturday morning and found it pretty busy. Immediately, I loved how dog-friendly this place was! There were at least 4 dogs inside and pup cups were free. The interior was filled with plants, a few disco balls, and colorful wall murals. The girl at the counter was friendly and all the staff members looked happy to be there. I ordered a Salted Maple Latte off their fall menu and the Far Out Acai Bowl. The latte had a nice flavor without being overly sweet. My Acai Bowl was also tasty with fresh strawberries, banana slices, coconut, and granola. Will return to try their avocado toasts and smoothies!

    Cute coffee shop
    Alexandra G.

    I recently tried out Groovy Goose & it was a great coffee shop. I got an iced vanilla latte & chocolate croissant. The staff was really friendly and great overall ambiance.

    Briana V.

    I've heard about this place a few times and it's very comparable to Pete's coffee but less of a chain. I didn't end up getting a coffee as I already had coffee earlier in the day but actually went for a smoothie since all the smoothie flavors that they did have sounded amazing as the shop is called groovy, goose coffee the decor was very groovy and fun. For looking for a new coffee shop that can bring you some happiness for for your day. Definitely check out groovy goose. Service was quick, friendly and fast as there was no line and they do have parking which the shop is walking distance from.

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    Do they offer sandwiches every day?

    Hi there! Yes we offer breakfast and lunch sandwiches everyday. Hope that helps!

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    When it comes to matcha, THEY KNOW BALL lol I don't know what took me this long to finally try…read moreAcademic, but my only regret is not visiting sooner. It may actually be a strong contender to dethrone my current #1 matcha spot in South Bay I arrived with the full intention of trying their coveted banana matcha latte, but had to pivot to try their seasonal melon matcha latte once I saw it on the menu. Amazinggg flavor! The matcha was creamy, earthy, and just strong enough. The melon flavor was so well executed in this drink and you definitely taste the melon notes right away, which was delightful. It was refreshing and fruity without being overpowering. Best way I can describe it is like a honeydew Melona ice cream bar melted into a matcha latte. My friend got the double matcha guava latte with a guava cream top, which was delicious and tropical, but we both agreed that the melon matcha latte was the standout by far. I'm already planning when I can go back for it before they switch out their seasonal drinks! We came on a weekday afternoon, so there wasn't much of a line at all. It's a relatively small space for a coffee shop with limited seating/tables inside, but they have a cute little outdoor seating area with benches. I presume it would get pretty cramped on busy weekends, so I'd say it isn't really an ideal study cafe, but you could definitely make it work for a little solo study sesh and they have free wifi. There are metered parking spots along the street that I didn't have an issue finding nearby. Important note: they don't take cash.

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