We got salted toffee and mango matcha. Both drinks are really good! Especially the salted toffee, strong espresso and i dont like super sweet profile so this is really good. I haven't had good coffee since couver coffee in Palo Alto! This place slightly tops couver for me read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

What a surprisingly spot! Redwood city has been in dire need of a solid coffee and matcha place and I believe this is it. This coffee lounge rivals the aesthetics and flavors that you find in Palo alto and south bay and I'm glad there's an option here now. Panela latte: Their take on a vanilla latte, but with citrus flavors. I absolutely love this drink because it tastes like an espresso tonic in latte form Matcha latte: My friend got no sweetness in hers and it's lovely how much matcha flavor there is and the ratio of matcha to milk Inside is super spacious and a great place to catch up with a friend or get some work done! On sundays they have the service playing over the speakers as well. Service is a bit slow, thus the long lines, but I'm a big fan and just go during less busy hours read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Panela latte and Matcha latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

Cute new coffee shop! It's owned by the same people that own Kaizen in San Mateo. The coffee shop opens to the lobby of an interesting modern church but I heard it's not affiliated necessarily with the church. So sometimes you will have a live sermon going on in the background! There's a nice bright seating area in the lobby. There are also some clean restrooms here too. I tried the matcha latte and thought it was excellent. Not too sweet and good temperature. The iced hojicha latte was also not bad but a bit too sweet at the default level for me. I would get it slightly less sweet next time! read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

Really nice high quality matcha! LGBT Friendly store ! ‍ Staff were super nice and sweet, gave good recommendations/patient with me when I had a long order. I liked the cute trinkets and vibes. Haven't had their espresso yet but they have one of those big boy espresso machines 10/10 They are not part of the church/just share same building/lot, I tried coming on a Sunday and it was swamped. Glad I came back today ! :-) There's a shared lobby u can do work in/sit at. There's Ada friendly bathrooms :3 Ham and cheese croissant was deliciousness read more

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I order a mango matcha latte and absolutely loved it. I liked that they used real mango and the matcha is good quality. I also liked how you can customize sweetness. The staff were friendly and the space is very open. read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Mango Matcha Latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

New matcha spot in RWC! Located on the side conjoining lobby with a church. Went on a Sunday, so got my church fill while waiting in line lol. Ordered the mango matcha latte with oat milk, Hojicha latte with oat milk, and a cortado with oat milk. They use nami matcha and minor figures oat milk! The mango matcha was good but I felt that the matcha was a bit grainy & had a slight astringent/bitter taste & there was A LOT of mango puree in it which kind of covered the astringent bitter flavor profile but may have over powered the matcha a bit. My friend liked the hojicha latte and said it was really good, not too sweet, and just the right amount of roasty. The cortado didn't taste like an cortado at all, just tasted like 2 shots of espresso. I also ordered a ham and cheese croissant. They don't currently have an oven to warm their pastries, but said they will be getting one? Nothing special with the croissant. It was flaky but a little plastic-y, soft but good. Maybe better warm? As far a line, I was the second person out the door when I went. Shop is small so the line isn't too long, but from lining up to getting my drinks it was about a 20ish minute wait. Parking is either the open spaces for the church parking lot or on the street. It's very limited if there's a service going on. read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Hojicha latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

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Located in a church, Luma is easily spotted with their sidewalk sign. The interior is clean and minimal, with seating that appears shared with the church. The employees are very friendly and happy to answer any questions you might have. There has been a line the two times I've visited, but the drinks came out in a reasonable amount of time. I've tried the matcha latte (oat milk) and the mango matcha latte (also with oat milk). Both were underwhelming. The matcha flavor has been very subtle and the drinks are a tad too sweet, especially with the mango. read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - matcha latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

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New matcha located inside a church. The ordering area is small but they do have several tables available for you to chill at. Employees were all very friendly! We tried the regular matcha latte with whole milk which tasted like an average cup of matcha at first and really tasted like water after the ice started to melt. My friend did order it a second time with oat milk which really elevated the flavor despite the ice melting so highly recommend oat milk! The mango matcha was really good at first but as soon as the ice melted, it tasted like a cup of unripe mango fibers. So despite their cups saying to enjoy slowly, I do recommend that you enjoy it quickly to maximize the enjoyable time. read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Matcha latte and mango matcha latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

What a cool spot! It's connected to a Christian church and is super modern. The vibes were great. The food and drinks were awesome! I ordered an iced matcha latte and a honey, sausage and brie danish. The matcha was perfect. The danish was to die for. The flavors worked so well together. My only recommendation would be that it'd be even better warmed up. The service was great and quick. If I'm ever in the area, I'll for sure be swinging by! read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Food options - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

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Great spot for matcha! The staff are so nice and you can tell they care about their products and customers. The place is on the smaller side but there is a large lounge. If going on a Sunday morning, I suggest parking down the street, just a short walk. Other than Sunday mornings there is plenty of parking. I've gotten matcha at many other places, the quality of Luma's matcha is much better than most places. It's smooth and sweet but not too sweet. It's my new regular spot! read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Mango matcha - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

Coffee spot somewhat inside of a church. We were excited to try their matcha as we found this place online. I had ordered a regular matcha latte with whole milk and it wasn't the best taste for me. Once mixed, it was very milky, a little grainy, and color looked disheartening. Service was really sweet and vibes of the overall place looked amazing. Mini seating on the walls. My friend ordered their mango matcha which I had tried and I felt like it was super sweet with lots of syrup. I would be open to potentially coming back to try again but I wasn't particularly impressed with their matcha. Super unfortunate. read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

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I don't really find myself going to RWC often, but now I have a reason to. Stopped by this new café and really enjoyed it. The space is clean, bright, and has a nice relaxed feel. One thing I immediately appreciated was the smaller menu. I know some people like a lot of options, but I actually prefer when cafés keep things simple and focus on doing a few things really well. You can tell they care about the quality and craft, especially watching the drink being made. I got the matcha latte and honestly took my sweet time drinking it lol. The matcha was smooth, buttery, and not bitter at all. They used a good amount of matcha, but it was still incredibly balanced. The vibrant green color was the first thing I noticed, and that's always a good sign. My son got the mango matcha and really enjoyed it too. Customer service was really good, quick turnaround around time from ordering to getting the drinks. As for pastries, I know they're still new, so I'm sure they're figuring things out. When I went, there were only two croissant options available--butter and almond. Both looked good, but I'd love to see a few more choices down the road. Maybe a couple of cookies (please please do like a black sesame cookie lol) would be a nice addition while still keeping things simple. Overall, a great first impression. Good drinks, quality ingredients, and a café I'll definitely be coming back to. read more

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new coffee spot in Redwood City from the team behind Kaizen & Coffee in San Mateo located inside a church, but open to everyone. the ordering area is small, while most of the seating is in the shared lounge space, which gives it a really calm and cozy vibe the drinks were solid and you can tell they put a lot of care into the coffee. definitely feels like more of a neighborhood cafe than a grab-and-go spot overall, a nice place to slow down, catch up with friends, or get some work done. I'd come back to try more of their seasonal drinks read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

I got to visit the soft opening for Luma this weekend and I was left so impressed! It is located at the Rise City Church in Downtown Redwood City with its own entrance. I love the simplicity and minimal aspect inside! We were greeted by the staff upon entering and were asked for our opinions on their drinks so they can work on any improvements. But we were really amazed with the drinks we ordered! My friend, boyfriend, and I ordered the 3 drinks from their Signature Menu: - Panela Latte: Their version of a Vanilla Latte with a hint of citrus - Luma No 3: A nice sweet latte that wasn't overpowered with the spice that is in the drink - Mango Matcha Latte: Such a vibrant green & very refreshing! They also use Nami Matcha! The staff were very friendly and I wish them all the success with the cafe! I will definitely be coming back to try out the rest of the menu read more

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Tired to come here before and the line was too long but tried again and it was a success! We got a typically iced latte and a mango matcha. I would say it's a solid coffee spot. The Mango matcha I think it's good for people who like fruit matchas, I think the mango combination personally just wasn't a hit, BUT I can see WHY people enjoy it because it's quite refreshing and sweet. read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

Excited to try this new matcha place during the week, it was packed today (July 3rd) surprisingly. I love the clean aesthetic and yummy matcha. Beautifully done space. read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Matcha - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

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I checked out Luma Café a few days after they opened, and was surprised to hear that they're owned by the same people who own Kaizen Coffee in San Mateo. I like Kaizen Coffee, but the parking can be difficult and there's not a lot of seating. Luma, on the other hand, has plentiful street parking and has a parking lot since it's inside of a church. There is also ample space and seating. So far, I've tried their mango matcha latte, the hojicha latte and the matcha latte. They're all delicious! I appreciate that you can customize the sweetness and they offer alternative milks. I have yet to try their coffees. The first time I went, I was able to chat with the barista since it wasn't busy. Today, it was much busier and a line was forming. Fortunately, the wait wasn't very long. I work nearby so this place is within walking distance and I think it's the best matcha latte in town. Luma Coffee Lounge is such a welcome addition to Redwood City! read more

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Went to Luma wanting to get their matcha but ended up chatting with the barista and owner and instead got the hojicha. It was nice and light, perfect for an afternoon caffeinated drink. The workers were super kind and helpful. Nice bright space to get some work done. I do wish there were more tables and seating options as they were all full when I was there. But that is usually a good sign! read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Hojicha Latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

Luma has quickly become my favorite coffee/matcha spot in RWC. They really take their time with each drink, weighing out the ice the milk the matcha so it's very consistent every visit. Service is fantastic, usually see the same faces every visit. Only downside is this location is very small so don't be afraid of tight spaces. Oh and also Luma is in a church and can be quite difficult to find on your first visit. Street parking is free but hard to come by. I highly recommend you give them a try! read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Menu 7/4/26 - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

Love the modern simplicity the space holds. Walking in everything is clean, and the music is definitely a vibe. The menu is short and sweet but perfect to pick from (they have drip, lattes, and matchas) they also have their pasties on display if you're looking for a snack as well. Everyone was kind and welcoming, although there was a line, it didn't take too long to get my drink. I had their iced mango matcha and it was perfect (ordered as is with regular milk), balanced and tasty not overly sweet. Plus if you're looking for a place to work from they have plenty of space. I'll definitely be back! read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Iced mango matcha latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

I've been wanting to try this new matcha spot and glad that we did! We tried a couple of things on their menu : Iced matcha latte half sweetened , Iced mango matcha latte half sweetened (soo good!) you can taste the matcha and just the perfect amount of sweetness. Also got Iced salted toffee latte half sweetened with almond milk ( YUM !) Staff are very pleasant and nice. Will def come back to try the pastries ! PS: they have oat/almond for milk alternatives and there's a lounge area with seats. read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Iced Matcha latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

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Redwood City got a good one with this coffee/matcha spot! They allow you to use the church parking lot (major +) so parking is easy. This place gets super busy in the mornings so come early or during the week days. They have an area where you can sit down and drink your coffee or work from but they don't provide you with the WiFi (downside). I got the salted toffee today which was too sweet for me so would get something else next time but great spot overall. read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

Came from an appointment the other morning, looked up local spots to try before returning back to my day. Picked up a Matcha Latte for my mom, The Luma #3 (nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves) and one of their cinnamon morning buns (can't recall exactly what it was called, but that was fire). I asked the bariasta how long they've been open - it's been three weeks, with more to come on their menu. Right now it's just a soft opening. It's part of the church - but religious or not, I'd give it a try if you're in the area. My drink was OK but the bun - 6 out of 5. Would totes try a different drink on their menu in the near future. - This will not be your QUICK coffee joint. It's to be made and enjoyed, if you're a RUSH RUSH busybody or can't slow down, might not be for you. read more

I recently hear through a friend that there was a new coffee lounge in Redwood City. I was in the area and drove over to try it out. I was slightly confused at first because there's also a church parking lot but found it with ease. As you enter, it's quiet, clean and has a very relaxed aesthetic. I like that they had a very simple menu to choose from, I ordered an iced panela latte. The coffee taste was strong and flavorful, I can't wait to come back to try their mango matcha. read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Panela latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

Sooo excited to have another cafe open up by work and somewhere with delicious matcha!! There def aren't many in RWC. I've already been here twice in the same week. Their matcha is perfect and you can just tell by the color. The toffee latte was also great, though the barista told me it was on the sweeter side so I asked for less sweet and it was perfect. Super modern cafe on the side of a church with open space and some seating. Come check it out RWC folks :) read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Iced matcha latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

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I had to wait a little to get my coffee but it was well worth it. It was very quiet for someone that is looking somewhere to think. read more

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cute little coffee shop in redwood city! a bit hard to find but the hojicha was excellent. cute space, there are some seats in the back to work and study. will def be back! read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

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Funnily enough, our friends had Kaizen catering their baby shower. I was talking to said friends about Nami Matcha being one of my favorites, and the girl working overheard and mentioned they may or may not have a collab in the works with Nami in the near future. Weeks later, I noticed some posts about a new matcha spot in town, and looked it up - it's a 2 min walk from my usual workout studio so I thought I'd check it out. LOVED their mango matcha - I drank it so fast! I told another friend that I really enjoyed their matcha over their sister cafe Kaizen's. And the next time I stopped by realized it WAS NAMI MATCHAAAA LOL. Side note - so glad they got rid of their old crappy lids. They'd crack left and right lol. :D Great improvements thus far. Still some kinks in inventorying but they're pretty solid. read more

We tried this spot out today and ordered cappuccinos. They were well steamed and the barista did well with the latte art. The coffee flavor was good. We also ordered some treats - a salted caramel macaron and chocolate croissant which were delicious. The seating area has couches and tables and was comfortable to hang out in while enjoying our drinks. read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Whole milk cappuccino - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

I always go to Kaizen so I wanted to try Luma!Their coffee is on par, my friend and I got the salted toffee latte. Honestly tastes the same as Kaizen's miso caramel but I prefer the caramel more. Loved the clean aesthetic of the space and there was plenty of parking! read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Iced salted toffee latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

The coffee was underwhelming and tasted quite diluted. We ordered the Panela and the Toffee Coffee. The Panela was overly sweet without much coffee flavor, while the Toffee Coffee tasted watered down by the milk and ice. The coffee shop is part of a church so it's tricky to find a parking spot. Would not coneback read more

Mango matcha and iced americano! Drinks were really good Sweetness of matcha was on point Inside is very spacious and looks like a good space to study/work! read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

From the peeps at Kaizen Coffee, but differentiated for its own identity. Menu is different, no prepared foods, and a big fat lounge adjoined to the Church with couches and tables. Friendly staff. Great addition to Redwood City coffee scene. read more

I've been waiting for Redwood City to have a cafe with great matcha and this is it. Fabulous iced matcha lattes and friendly staff, 10/10! read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Matcha latte and mango matcha latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

The service was incredible. I was recommended the iced mango matcha, which is on their special menu and it was wonderful. I could taste both the matcha and mango flavors. They have a nice space to enjoy your drinks and parking was easy. I cannot wait to come back and try more drinks! :) read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - Iced mango matcha - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

BOMB! great addition to the neighborhood the drinks are so good and the matcha is super high quality read more

Luma Coffee Lounge - iced Matcha - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California