The service was top notch and absolutely AMAZING!!! It was near closing and my friend and I were looking at the menu and decided not to order as we were aware that no drink orders were being taken anymore, but a really really nice gentleman insisted on making us drinks despite us saying it was really okay. Not only that, he added a strawberry cake on top as well, and packaged everything up so neatly! He was very pleasant, welcoming, polite, and extremely nice to talk to. He made our night! The strawberry smoothie and cake were delicious, the decorations were cute, and the shop was so tidy! We were so very grateful and will always be coming back! read more

Hello Kitty Cafe - Strawberry cake, strawberry smoothie - Themed Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

We entered 10 minutes before closing and we were about to leave since we were aware they didn't do drinks anymore but a very nice older gentleman was extremely friendly, asked us to come back was persistent on making us a drink! They were so so nice. The place looked nice! I will definitely be coming back, and the smoothies and strawberry cake were so yummy! This is the best service in the mall! Clara and this gentleman made us feel welcome and gave us excellent service! read more

Hello Kitty Cafe - Strawberry cake, strawberry smoothies - Themed Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Pretty cute aesthetics. But like other reviews said it's kinda dirty, the tables seemed like they hadn't been wiped in days. The soft serve was good though read more

Hello Kitty Cafe - Themed Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

They canceled my reservation one hour before. Their explanation: "someone who looked Vietnamese" came in and canceled "his" reservation but they canceled mine. They didn't ask him for the name, phone number, reservation number? So they canceled my reservation. I spent 45 min in traffic and showed up to be told there was no record of my reservation. No offer of compensation for my time, gas money. My 5 year old niece was looking forward to this all day. Was told they can still seat me but there was no food ready so it would take some time? If someone canceled my reservation by mistake, wouldn't they still have HIS reservation on file and prepared the food? If they ran out of food or just messed up (likely), just own it and say you'll do better next time. Did they cancel me because they just wanna go home before shift change? That truth would at least be respectable. Instead I get a bunch of handwaving and a "we'll still seat you so what's the big deal?"? So you can keep me waiting longer? I also felt dismissed already, so I'm not gonna risk being served by them. Bright side: at least I find out what the service/business like before dropping hundreds of dollars. Won't be returning, and neither should you. read more

Hello Kitty Cafe - Confirmed my reservation but definitely didn't authorize a cancelation! - Themed Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Hello Kitty fans absolutely NEED to visit this place at least once!! This totally felt like a little girls' dream come to life. I was visiting the mall in San Jose for the first time with a friend, a few months ago, and the second I spotted the Hello Kitty Café, I got so excited and immediately wanted to go in. I've known of the Hello Kitty food truck that goes around and visits various towns here and there but those lines are atrocious. This café makes it more convenient and easier to stop by. Everything was beyond adorable, from the decor to the pastries themselves. It is a bit on the pricier side, but that's understandable considering it's a themed bakery/café, a novelty experience, and located inside the mall. Personally, I thought the experience and presentation made it worth it, and I'd gladly come back if I lived nearby. I also noticed they offer Bow Room reservations for what looked like a cute tea party experience, and now I'm dying to try that someday! The pastry I ordered was delicious, though I'll admit the flavor itself wasn't anything super unique compared to other bakeries or cafés. I think if someone isn't really into Hello Kitty or Sanrio, they may just see it as a typical café. But for fans, the whole experience and atmosphere make it feel extra special. Customer service was good too. Everyone was pleasant enough and I had no complaints. It was such a fun and cute experience! read more

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Cute is the word that describes this place! If you like Hello Kitty, you'll love this place. It's a Hello Kitty fans paradise! They are conveniently located inside the Valley Fair mall with plenty of parking in the garage. First hour is free! read more

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Ugh, I've been wanting to book the afternoon tea in the bow room for the longest!!! I'm so glad they opened a Hello Kitty Cafe in the Bay! We made a reservation for a party of two on a Sunday at 3:15pm to celebrate my birthday! It's $70 per person and we paid a deposit when booking. There is a pre-set tea menu with savory and sweet snacks and your selection of one beverage; tea, lemonade, iced tea. Mimosa and champagne is also available for an extra charge. They do ask if you have any food allergies or restrictions. Ugh, everything was soooo cute!!! The servers were also very sweet and friendly. The beverage selection was a bit overwhelming for me and I didn't know what to choose! One of the servers recommended us the mango iced tea, which was actually really good! However, I wish I would've gotten a hot tea, so I could use the cute tea pot, cups, and the hello kitty shaped sugar cube lol. I didn't think the snacks would be enough to fill us up, but we ended up having to pack leftovers! We really enjoyed the savory items; my favorite was the cucumber sandwiches and the egg salad cone! Out of the sweet items, I enjoyed the strawberry tart and strawberries and chocolate whipped cream parfait; which weren't so sweet! I'd definitely like to come back and order a hot tea next time so I could use the tea set hehe. This really fulfilled my inner child! read more

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It was so fun being just a girl having afternoon tea in Hello Kitty's room! The Hello Kitty Cafe's bow room in Westfield Valleyfair has a full afternoon tea experience for $70 per person and even though pricey, it is a dream if you love anything cute. You get a prix fixe set with a total of 10 sweet and savory bites plus your choice of premium teas. Think hello kitty cakes, stuffed croissants, scones, chocolate mousse and more. Even the sugar and butter comes in a hello kitty shape! It's such a fun idea for a girls day, birthday or a cute catch up. They also have an Evening Delights menu starting at $30 if you just want a dessert and drink pairing. Service was great! read more

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Every single Hello Kitty lover needs to visit this cafe! I know I had a blast and loved all the different items on the menu that they had to offer. Whenever the Hello Kitty trucks come to a more local area, I have been unable to go. I love all of the decoration that is everywhere in the cafe. I also enjoyed that they offered many different treats and drink options. It was really hard for me not to buy everything! This is also located inside of the mall, so it is nice to be able to walk around. This is slightly far away from where I reside but I would love to come back and see what new and different treats they have to offer! I would also love to visit the Bow Room! Last time, we were unable to but it would be a really nice experience! read more

Hello Kitty Cafe - Themed Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

5 Stars! 5 Stars! 5 Stars! This may just be my childish enthusiasm and how I felt like an 11 year old girl again coming here and seeing everything presented in the most charming possible way. The plate settings, the napkins, the teapot, cups and the tiered hors d'oeuvre display - EVERYTHING WAS IN THEME - emblazoned with the Hello Kitty logo or shaped like the character. It brought out this excitement in me that I wasn't expecting and I'm still reeling from it hours later. This might be stretching it but I had more fun at this tea time than I did in London when my husband and I went for High Tea at the Marriott overlooking Big Ben! And it was far less pretentious! Eventhough I think this may have been just a bit more expensive - but "wow" what a great time! To top it off I had the company of my two daughters - it was a total 'girls only' kind of affair and I'll never forget it. The chicken salad sandwich was one of my favorites amongst the offerings. The macaron with the raspberries was another delicious treat. I honestly wish they sold the display stand and all of the plates - I would have been all over that! This is something you should do with your girls atleast once - it was a joy! read more

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I'm an avid fan of Hello Kitty through and through, so when I heard they were opening a cafe, I just had to go visit it, even if it's far! This cafe is located at the Valley Fair mall. When we got there, there was a long line like I expected it to be, but it went by quickly. They have a variety of baked goods and iced/hot drinks, and blended drinks. I ordered the Strawberry Cloud Matcha and macaron set. For merch, I got the HK blanket, and it's my favorite! You can also opt for an afternoon tea and evening delights in the bow room; however, you need to make reservations. I'd definitely want to try that experience in the future. read more

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I stopped here today since it wasn't busy. It's my first time trying out the Hello Kitty Cafe. It's decorated so cute. I have loved Hello Kitty since I was a little girl. It's definitely nostalgic for me. I checked out the menu. They had a lot of options of drinks, sweets, and Hello Kitty themed items. They are celebrating their 10 year anniversary of the first Hello Kitty cafe. They had a special offer happening. If you spend $25 or more, you get a free Hello Kitty Lunar New Year bag. If you spend another $10 you also get a Hello Kitty bookmark. I was being helped by an employee, named John. He was very kind and took good care of me. I decided to get the mango iced tea. I asked if they could make it less sweet, and they had no problem accommodating me. I also ordered a strawberry cake and apple pie to go, as well as a 10 year anniversary Hello Kitty keychain. I did receive the free year of the horse lunar new year Hello Kitty tote bag and bookmark. We will be trying out the desserts tonight. Overall, I had a great experience today and appreciated the excellent and friendly customer service I received from John. I look forward to returning. read more

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Overpriced & overhyped. You're paying basically for aesthetics & not the actual taste itself. Everything is OVERLY sweet. The iced vanilla latte tasted water down. The icing was super sweet, the cake itself was moist & the only thing decent. Macarons, too sweet - even the lemon flavor. For 3 desserts, 1 coffee it was around $45. I'll pass, I'd rather get real dessert at Whole Foods for cheaper & better tasting. read more

Hello Kitty Cafe - Themed Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Came on a Saturday night. There was no line so was able to get attended pretty quickly. I remember the previous hello kitty cafe in the Santana row spot. So I was excited to compare. I got their chocolate cake, which was nice and fresh. My partner got their apple pie, they did liked the flavor but did not like that it was served cold. We waited to get home to warm it up in the oven. The strawberry lemonade is pretty sweet. But would be nice on a hot sunny day. read more

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One of the newest shops tapping into a beloved Japanese premium culture brand is now up and running at a popular shopping mall. Hello Kitty and Friends have been a collector thing since the 1970s. Even in the 21st century, the bow-wearing cat-headed girl -- she is actually not a cat, per canon -- remains a robust joyful immediately identifiable international brand. Btw. Do not come at me with "huh why come how she ain't a cat she has a kitty head ohh she stands upright....." I do not know; that's how they created the lore, so just please, for My Melody's sake, contact Sanrio. Arigato.. alrighty. The Café is a concept that lets guests of all ages immerse into the princess pink world of HK and her pals. Perfect for booking a special event for children of all ages. Reservations are needed for a tea service in the tea / dining room. Was here to get holiday presents. Did not really sample or eat anything although they kept busy vending beverages and snacks and treats. The young cashier was very helpful as she brought out each item I wanted to consider buying as gifts. Answering all my questions about the various memorabilia, the store itself, etc. In the end, I got some things that ought to delight the recipients. Store itself is cosy, with a small counter, display case and payment register. The actual Café section is cordoned off, and it looks like a large dining room, much larger than the front of the shop. "Have a Sweet Day" is the motto here. OK that's about it. Enjoy. Have a sweet day and sweet holidays. read more

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My Bestie and I enjoyed an afternoon tea at the Hello Kitty Cafe in Santa Clara. The café is located at the Valley Fair Mall. It is near Bloomingdale's, on the second floor. Parking is plentiful. I highly recommend reservations since there's only limited tables in The Bow Room. We had excellent service from Tin. He was super helpful in taking pictures of us. The finger sandwiches and mini sweets were delicious. They make the food at the store. Our favorites were the chicken croissant sandwich, the egg salad tart and scones with soft butter and jam. We sipped on hibiscus and pomegranate hot teas, both were delicious. My favorite was the hibiscus tea. This is a must "DO" if you are a Hello Kitty fan or lover. The price is $70 per person. When you get the bill, they automatically charge 18% gratuity and tax. read more

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We got the anniversary mug which is so cute and a must for any hello kitty fans. . They had a lot of merchandise which I was surprised it wasn't sold out. . The tea room is reservation and I think it's like 50 per person. It's an experience I want to do in the near future. . They have your coffee drinks and lemonade drinks too. They have your cute hello kitty face on the hot latte drinks. . Overall ambiance is a win for hello kitty fan. If you are a fan this spot is a must. Thanks for reading and have a yelptastic day. read more

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I've been wanting to check out the HK cafe in SoCal for years and I was hella stoked when they opened one closer to the Bay. My boo was the one who suggested and made reservations to experience their bow room! In order to go inside you need to book an afternoon tea or the evening delights sesh. Afternoon tea is a bit on the pricey side ($70 per person), so we went with the evening sesh ($25). We had reserved at 7:45pm and got there a few minutes early to wait. We were greeted, led through the fancy door and we were able to choose where to sit inside. There were maybe about 6-7 tables occupied inside. The room is small but quaint. Very pink, marble and gold. The photo op spot was HK in her chef 'fit and the outline of her head in the background. Love it, love it! The evening delights includes one drink and dessert per person. There are 6 desserts and 5-6 drinks to choose from. I went with the matcha tiramisu and the French hot chocolate and my guy ordered the apple pie a la mode and the hot chocolate as well. The person serving us was really helpful and attentive. All of the employees were actually very friendly and kind. Our goods came out quickly and on a fancy gold HK bow cart. So regal! The hot chocolate was verrry rich AF. Good quality chocolate was used indeed. The matcha tiramisu was delish but there was too much marscapone and not enough cake. It could've been more balanced because the filling to cake ratio was off. The apple pie a mode came with a big serving of vanilla soft serve with a cute cookie bow on top. The apple pie paired with the soft serve was pretty yum, much good. We weren't able to finish our hot chocolate and soft serve, so we asked for to-go cups and the staff kindly packaged them up for us and put it in one of their themed bags. The staff were kind enough to take lots of photos of us with the Chef HK statue. They were celebrating keroppi (my favorite character!) during the time we went, so they had specific items for him on the to-go menu. I wanted the keroppi matcha/vanilla soft serve, but we were already too full and still had leftover ice cream. I opted for the keroppi limeade that came with a sticker of him. The drink was tart and refreshing, especially after eating all those creamy sweets. But damn it was $10! Overall, it was a bit of a splurge but it's a nice one and done experience. The Bow Room is a must if you're a HK fan! The staff were kind and the sweets were pretty good. You can order treats and drinks at the counter but there might be a long line depending on when you go. They also have HK merch like shirts, water bottles, keychains and more. True HK fans need to check this place out if you're at Valley Fair mall. read more

I originally reserved the Bow Room for an Evening Delights session for seven people, but one guest had to cancel last minute due to illness. The staff at Hello Kitty Cafe were very understanding and quickly helped adjust our reservation. Overall, Hello Kitty Cafe is really all about the experience. It's on the pricier side, and the food and drinks are just okay. However, that's to be expected from a themed character cafe. I came in with low expectations and enjoyed it for what it was. Where they truly shine is in their service! Our server (I believe his name was Daniel or David) was incredibly kind and helped make this a special birthday celebration. He even surprised me with a soft serve topped with a candle on the house. The aesthetics were also amazing. Hello Kitty details were everywhere, from the decor to the tableware. It was all very cute and well put together. Personally, I probably wouldn't visit often unless bringing children or guests who love Hello Kitty, as the novelty is a big part of the appeal. Still, it was a charming and fun experience, and I really appreciate the staff for making it memorable! read more

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Very cute but taste-wise whatever and pricey. In order of most disappointing to least disappointing: The strawberry cake - the buttercream frosting was separating from the cake. We did not finish this. The apple pie - served cold/lukewarm - dough was stuck on the bottom of the mini-pie tin and might've been better if the pie had been served warm. McDonalds' apple pie beats this. The macaron set - not bad. Comes in five different flavors. Perhaps the tea experience would've been a better experience. read more

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I visited the Hello Kitty Café for my birthday and did the evening tea experience. The café was super cute with fun pink decor and really detailed desserts. I had the strawberry tart and a hot chocolate, and my friend got the tiramisu. Everything tasted great on its own, but together it was a little too sweet. It was interesting that the evening tea didn't actually come with tea. The server was really kind, and they even brought out strawberry vanilla ice cream with a candle for my birthday, which was a sweet touch. It is a bit pricey for what you get, but overall it was a fun and cute experience for a special occasion. read more

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Such a cute experience. Came here for a birthday. The decor is cute, staff is nice and coffee is really good! Tiramisu was delicious as well. Cute merch to purchase as well read more

Hello Kitty Cafe - Themed Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Feeding into my unhealthy obsession and affinity for all things Hello Kitty is a little alarming--but here we are. The Hello Kitty Café is finally back, and it's looking cuter than ever. Don't be fooled into thinking this is just a quick grab-and-go spot; there's a hidden door that leads to a sit-down area where you can enjoy a full, adorable tea-time experience. I haven't tried the sit-down portion yet, so this review is based solely on the barista counter. I ordered the donut holes coated in cookies-and-cream powder and a hot chocolate--and as much as I love Hello Kitty, I have to be honest: I was pretty disappointed. As a certified Hello Kitty girl, you could slap a Hello Kitty sticker on just about anything and I'd probably fall for it. That said, I'm not here to sugarcoat or overhype based on bias. The hot chocolate arrived without a lid showcasing a cute Hello Kitty cocoa-powder design, which already felt like a missed opportunity. Unfortunately, the drink itself didn't redeem it--it tasted like a basic Swiss Miss instant packet. I expected something richer, creamier, and more indulgent. I mean, Hello Kitty is a cat... cats like milk. Do better. The donut holes were even more underwhelming. They weren't served fresh, and because of that, the powder barely stuck to them. Overall, they just weren't worth it. Based on this experience alone, I'd say it's not really worth going out of your way for--but I'm keeping an open mind. Once I get the chance to try the full sit-down dining experience, I'll reevaluate and update this review with my honest thoughts. read more

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I was so excited when the Hello Kitty Cafe finally came to the Bay Area! I did evening delights and it was still expensive for what it was.. but the experience of being there was cool! It is super cute inside so more than perfect for photo ops! Service was extremely nice and fast. We appreciated how attentive our waiter was! I got the strawberry tiramisu and I loved how it wasn't dry, but the cream was very watery. However, my bf got the matcha tiramisu and his cream top was fine, so I am not sure if it was just inconsistent. read more

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We got the afternoon tea for two. It was definitely pricey, I wish there was a real hello kitty mascot to take pictures with. The service was quick and friendly. Love all the hello kitty decor here. read more

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Line up at the bakery counter, be ready to go, Check in by the treats on display below. Before long someone appears, Steps out the door and your experience is near. This spot isn't here to wow your palate. It's about the cuteness, the pink, the flair, And Hello Kitty magic everywhere. From walls to drinks to every tart, It's pure aesthetic, a work of art. Have your phone ready, you'll snap nonstop, Every angle, dessert, and table-top. The food and drinks? Perfectly fine, Not amazing, not bad, just standard café time. Hot chocolate warmed me, sweet and cozy, The strawberry tart? Cute, tasty, and rosy. You can order anything from the menu outside, Adding a cake is a fun little upgrade. Service was friendly, welcoming, kind. A smile in every interaction you find. Come for the photos, the vibe, the delight, The pink-on-pink dream done perfectly right. Hello Kitty Cafe knows exactly its lane, And in cuteness and charm, it reigns. read more

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Waited for the hype to die down before finally trying Hello Kitty Cafe! I went on a Friday night and there wasn't a line so I took it as my sign to check it out. It's small, but very cute. The decor is so adorable and everything has Hello Kitty in it down to the little detailed motifs on the cakes. I visited during the holidays and saw they had seasonal drinks available like pumpkin spice and peppermint mocha. I didn't get around to trying one of the desserts this time because I was stuffed from dinner, but I was thirsty and ended up trying the mango iced tea at the recommendation of the cashier. Honestly it was just okay which was what I suspected from a café that was known for novelty more than quality/taste. I don't have anything bad to say, just that I probably wouldn't get it again. Very nice employees though and the ambiance was so lovely and adorable. If you love Hello Kitty you have to check it out at least once! I think I'd come back to try a dessert or purchase a gift for a Sanrio lover because they have really nicely packed pastries. Overall average rating because the drink was just okay, but the presentation of everything was really whimsical and cute and the service is nice. read more

Hello Kitty Cafe - Mango Iced Tea - Themed Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

This was an awesome experience, especially for my partner who is a big fan of Hello Kitty. Is this expensive? Yes. Absolutely. Are you paying for an experience that you can't get anywhere else in the area? Yes. So keep that in mind because others seem to be surprised in their reviews even though you can look up the menu and price online before going. You get exactly what's on the online menu. So there are no surprises. It runs about $70 per person and gratuity is automatically added at checkout. It is necessary to make reservations online to be seated for tea. We saw multiple people turned away for not making reservations. Obviously, you don't have to make reservations to buy from the walk up cafe. The tea was great and the food was a great try. My favorite was the chicken salad on the croissant. I was weary about the raisins they put in the chicken salad, but it actually wasn't bad. Everything is hello kitty themed including the little sugar you put in your tea. The ambiance is great for a hello kitty lover and there are a couple photo ops in the tea room that are adorable. read more

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8/10 Got the seasonal soft serve (vanilla & strawberry). The strawberry was definitely the dominant flavor, very light, not overly sweet, almost sorbet-like. I personally prefer something a bit sweeter, but it was still good and refreshing. It also came with a cute Hello Kitty cookie, which was just a simple shortbread, nothing special, but a nice touch. Service was fairly fast and the staff were friendly and welcoming. The ambiance was clean, bright, and very pink, which added to the experience. read more

Hello Kitty Cafe - Soft Serve Ice Cream - Themed Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

This place is ADORABLE ! I'm a huge Hello Kitty fan and have visited the cafe in the Fashion Show Mall Las Vegas many times. I'm so happy to have a location within the Bay Area! The vibes are unmatched with adorable atmosphere and cutesy drinks and snacks. Our drinks were delicious! We had a hot mocha and pumkin spice latte. They came out quick and cute! Instagram worthy drinks. This location also has what they called the "Bow Room", a reservation only room that offers tea and desert service. I'll definitely be trying that next time I'm at Valley Fair. & Sanrio! If you're looking and listening I think you'd do great on Bay Street in Emeryville too! read more

Hello Kitty Cafe - Hello kitty cafe - Themed Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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It took me three times to finally find a day that doesn't involve waiting in a long line. I came on a weekday afternoon last year, and thank goodness I was the only one at the counter. The baristas were kind to adjust the sweetness of the pumpkin spice latte, even while they notified me they would have to use less syrup, which might affect the taste. It was still good since I was able to taste the warm pumpkin spice flavor without a sugar crash. I also enjoyed the apple pie when I toasted it. The Hello Kitty sugar cookie was too cute to eat, so I saved it for another time. Overall, everything was so cute, and the service was fast on weekdays. I would come back for the afternoon tea at the Bow Room when my friends come, since it requires two people for a reservation. read more

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FOOD: 4 SERVICE: 5 AMBIANCE: 4 VALUE: 4 We've heard about the Hello Kitty cafe in the Valley Fair mall for some time now. Recently we discovered that they serve a Tea Set in the afternoon. After securing a Tock reservation several weeks in advance, we finally got to try the afternoon tea. There is a separate line to check in for the Bow Room, but when we were there, the line wasn't monitored and we ended up having to go to the counter. Inside the Bow Room, it's clean and bright with loud music playing. We were greeted promptly and ask which of the two empty tables we would prefer. Once seated, the menu (already on table) we were asked to pick our tea/drink selections. Alcohol (champagne or mimosa) was on the menu, but it was not available. After electing our teas (which were very good), we were presented with the Strawberry & Cocoa Cream. The berries were fresh and the cream was flavorful without being too sweet. Next came the actual tea set on a three tier tray. Here are what each tray contained: Bottom tray: Cucumber Sandwich - thin strips of cucumber served on a slice of milk bread with dill cream cheese. A refreshing bite to get the palate primed for the rest. Beet Hummus Pita - a dollop of beet hummus topped with a slice of radish on a pita cookie. Slightly tangy and a cleanser for the savory bits. Chicken Salad Croissant - creamy chicken salad served in a croissant sandwich. Egg Salad - egg salad served in a micro cone. Not really enough of anything to establish a taste. Apple Pie Tart - a small "bun" of apple pie. Scone - crunchy scone served with butter and strawberry jam. Hello Kitty Mini Cake - almond cake encapsulated in frosting. Full of flavor, but frosting was on sweet side. We couldn't finish the rest of our tea set and took the macaroons and shortcakes home. Overall, it was an enjoyable experience, but not something we would do again. The price is comparable to other "teas" at high end hotels, but the atmosphere was not relaxing nor soothing. YMMV. read more

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I mean, me and Kitty go waaay back. She and her fam got me through my 80s adolescent years, as we were one of the very few asian families in a small town in upstate NY. I related a lot to the entire Hello Kitty storyline and still have some original products to this day, from the late 70s. This cafe made me smile the entire time. It was so happy and cute in there. Food was decent and drinks were great! Who wouldn't want to drink strawberry lemonade from a sleek white HK-shaped vessel? Kids were cute too! Would take visitors to go back again as it is a bit pricey for the food quantity. Fun indulgence! It brought to mind this quote I saw recently "We must remain whimsical to survive the horrors of this world" Thanks Hello Kitty Cafe read more

Hello Kitty Cafe - Tea service, tea and strawberry lemonade - Themed Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Finally got to try this place for my sister's birthday! We were looking for round cakes in the valley fair area and the Hello Kitty Cafe had a round cake. It was their strawberry cake for $13. It wasn't that long of a wait when I got to order. It's a cute cafe with lots of personality from the hello kitty decor, the pinkness of the walls, and the iconic bow room for tea parties. My family enjoyed the cake. It wasn't that sweet, decadent, and creamy. Good value and experience as my sister's mini birthday cake. read more

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Made reservations for my party of 4 a few weeks in advance for afternoon tea in the Bow Room. A $35/pp deposit was required when booking. The Bow Room itself was pretty small and got noisy easily from the loud music and talking. They were playing loud pop music which didn't really feel that fitting. For $70/pp, I didn't find the experience to be super worth it. There is a set menu and the only item you choose is your beverage (lemonade, iced tea, hot tea). I personally would've enjoyed the experience more if there were more savory items than sweet - the sweet items got really heavy easily. Most of the items were mediocre in my opinion. My favorite item was probably the chicken salad croissant but none of the items really came close. Our reservation was on a Friday afternoon and the sun was extremely bright in some areas. The people in my party facing the sun were practically squinting the entire time and felt warm and there were no shades/blinds/curtains to help. Servers were attentive and friendly. Overall I think it's more for the vibes as a one-time experience. read more

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Omg, a Hello Kitty cafe!!!! I am so happy it is in Valley Fair. It is usually crowded, but thankfully I was able to visit. Plus, it was Halloween season. I was able to get the Kuromi drink. Kuromi is my favorite character. I was so happy it came with a cute Kuromi sticker. Now, about the drink. Well, it is good. I could taste the taro, and it wasn't overpowering. But I heard that it is a bit too sweet. So, it's definitely a hit or miss. But I definitely recommend trying it during this spooky season. And I am most definitely coming back. I want to try their high tea room. read more

Hello Kitty Cafe - Themed Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

We had the most amazing high tea at the hello Kitty Café at Westfield mall. Check out my video of it on my channel at dog minded. The service was impeccable and the ambience was so charming. Everything was thematic and pink and so fun. I know kids like it, but this is part of my childhood also even though my childhood was over 40 years ago lol I took lots of pictures so check them out because it's hard to describe how cute everything was but I think that the great thing about it is that everything tasted so good also, I loved the pretzel croissant with chicken salad and the egg salad and a little cone it was so cute. I highly recommend it. Check out my video of the experience. https://youtu.be/MyH_HTU7CfM?si=lnVixsuu-vzPONSp read more

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Background I grew up with Hello Kitty (my favorite character!) and loved visiting the Sanrio store back in the day, so I was really excited to finally check out the Hello Kitty Café. Service Unfortunately, the service was disappointing. Most of the staff looked unhappy or unapproachable, with the exception of one girl who was actually friendly and welcoming. Unfortunately, she wasn't the one who took my order. The person who did seemed irritated and honestly made me wonder why he was working there. The line situation was also confusing, there was no clear system until the nice girl came out and directed everyone to line up by the ropes. Food & Drinks We decided to try the cinnamon sugar donuts. At first, the cashier snapped at us that the donut machine was broken, but another worker quickly stepped in to say it was actually working again. At least they make the donuts fresh, which was nice to see, and they tasted good. We also ordered two lemonades: the strawberry mint (very pretty presentation) and the lavender. Both, however, were extremely sweet, so much so that we couldn't drink them. Since there's no seating, we had taken them elsewhere, but I ended up walking back just to ask for an extra cup so I could dilute mine with water. Overall While the donuts were enjoyable, the overall experience didn't live up to the excitement I had. The service was lackluster and the drinks were a letdown. Cute concept, but unfortunately, the Hello Kitty Café didn't capture the charm or magic I was hoping for. 2 lemonades + donuts was $25. read more

Hello Kitty Cafe - Themed Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Hello Kitty fans, you all need to come experience the official Hello Kitty Cafe for yourself and immerse yourself in this intensely pink Sanrio world! You and your little ones will surely have a splendid time dining in a glorious themed room on scrumptious little savory and sweets all within theme and sipping from a variety of teas served in cute tea cups and saucers or lemonade from their exclusive tiki cups. Located within the Valley Fair mall in Santa Clara on the second floor, the Hello Kitty Cafe benefits from an abundance of foot traffic from shoppers for their desserts and drinks but in order to secure a spot for their fixed menu brunch tea time, you'll need to make a reservation beforehand (like months ahead). They also have an evening dessert menu but it's much easier to get a spot during that time. Also due to its shared amenities with the mall, parking is relatively easy to get and the first two hours are free. Once you've arrived during your reservation time, they'll check you in and walk you into the dining room. This time around, it was simply decorated with pink walls and Hello Kitty everywhere including the giant statue perfectly erected for photos. Each table is furnished with a collection of plates and saucers but what drew my attention was the pink Hello Kitty shaped sugar cube meant to be used with your tea - but beware, it's sweet and dissolves quickly so don't use the full head for the entire cup. As part of the fixed menu, you get a choice of drink among teas (caffeinated and decaffeinated), lemonades (regular, strawberry or lavender), ice teas (mango, peach or strawberry) and mimosas/champagne. If you do end up getting the lemonade, you'll get to use the special tiki cup that is also available for purchase exclusively from this dining room (it was quoted at a whopping $45 a cup). Everything else on the menu is set which includes a collection of savory and sweet bites. This was all stacked on a Hello Kitty shaped rack and was either enough to serve two or three patrons. There were certainly highlights and some that were not my cup of tea. Strawberry Cocoa Cream - this cup of rich cocoa cream had a bed of fresh strawberry quarters. This decadent opener was beautifully decorated with a cocoa powdered Hello Kitty face and delicious! Chicken salad croissant - this hearty sandwich has great flavor and decent texture. It's a bit light on the chicken but it's enough to fill you up. Cucumber open "face" sandwich - in the shape of Hello Kitty, this light bite has thinly sliced cucumbers layered on top of a thin slice of white bread and cream cheese. Egg salad cone - fun crunchy twist on a classic and the handheld snack was beautifully crafted Apple crumble - solid rendition of an apple pie or strudel; the flavors were solid and familiar. Scone with strawberry jam - scone was a bit dry but with the jam, it tasted decent. Nothing too special but tea time wouldn't be the same without scones Strawberry tart - cute morsels packed with a whole lot of flavor. The layered tart has mousse and jam with a soft pastry shell. Layered cake - beautifully decorated but a bit too sweet for me Macaron - vibrantly colored and layered with fresh raspberries; this bite was fruity and sweet and provided a nice highlight to the end of the meal For my drink, I ended up getting the Earl grey and it was pleasant. I believe all their teas are simply from accessible teabags so they're not too exclusive. I did end up using the sugar cube but after my first pot and getting a refill, I didn't have any more Hello Kitty sugar cubes to pair with the rest of the tea. After our meal, we took some time to take photos with the room, Hello Kitty statue, and our party. The staff were helpful in capturing moments on our cameras, providing exceptional service during the meal, sharing additional information about their evening service and supplying take out boxes for our leftovers. Overall, if you're a Sanrio fan, you will have a tremendous time here dining in the themed venue and chomping on cutely crafted bites. For the younger crowd, the meal has a lot of food and they may not be able to finish it all but the small bites are great for tasting and anything unfinished can be packed home to enjoy later. The drinks are decent and the food is good, however on the sweeter side. The high price point is definitely reflective of the decor and effort put into crafting the food into fun bite sized snacks. For the foodies, it's nothing amazing but again, for the experience, it was fun to do. Who knows? You may end up becoming a fan of the long standing franchise! read more

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Made a reservation here about a month in advance. The hype has died down a bit so it wasn't overly crowded which I loved. It's located inside the valley fair mall next to Eataly. We were escorted to the back of the cafe that had a few small tables. The ambiance was so cute and nicely decorated. Hello kitty stuff was everywhere! So pink and so bright. We went for afternoon tea and our server, Jasmine, took care of everything. She walked us through everything on the menu and answered all of our questions. Each person gets their own choice of tea. The birthday tea is popular and it had a nice fruity flavor. Most of the treats you get are desserts. You get a few savory items as well. If you can't finish it, you can take it to go. It was a great place to have a girls date or to take anyone that loves Hello Kitty. read more

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