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    Mocha with Hojicha Cream
    Sebastian S.

    Day Visited: Sunday at 12pm Price Range: $$ Parking: Parking lot (crowded) Ordered: House Mocha, 25% sweetness, with Hojicha cream Visited on a Sunday, and despite the line being out of the door by the time I arrived, I was somehow able to snag one of the tables! The parking lot was completely full, so you have to be patient with finding a parking spot. It was pretty crowded and because of that, everyone had to self order. Throughout my time there, lots of customers came through, but I received my drink relatively quickly. As for the drink itself, the house mocha was okay, but I'm glad that I was able to try the Hojicha cream! The mocha + Hojicha cream was an interesting combination, but I think I would try their Hojicha Latte the next time I go. They have matcha, Hojicha, and seasonal offerings as well (like their banana cream!). There is a single bathroom (with code), WiFi (spotty sometimes but I was still able to get what I needed done), and a decent amount of seating (depending on time you go) with available outlets. I worked there from 12 to almost closing, and was able to get the table near the window + an outlet! I was truly sat. Overall, I would come again to try a different drink and hope to snag a table to work! If you're able to get a good spot to sit, it's a solid place to be productive. Thanks Lac Coffee!

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    Maddie M.

    This place was super cute inside. This was located inside an outdoor plaza. We ordered matcha. We both got the matcha lattes. There was lots of seating and the interior is so aesthetic. We ordered and it took 10-15 minutes. The drinks were so good. It was also high quality tasting. Will definitely be back!

    Uyen L.

    I tried their panda coffee and the lac coffee and both were delicious. Not too sweet and the different flavored foam you're able to add really makes a difference. I added sea salt to my panda coffee and house foam to my lac coffee and it definitely elevated the taste. Service was decent. Ambiance was nice with the different decors representing different parts of Vietnam

    Sophia D.

    In my opinion this is the best matcha & coffee spot in the east bay!! I love their signature LAC, a coffee brewed with jasmine tea & topped with matcha. It sounds like there's a lot going on but it balances out amazingly and is genuinely so delicious. Ive also tried their strawberry matcha and strawberry hojicha and both are solid. The matcha/hojicha flavor is always strong and consistent. I also love their strawberry puree on the bottom, it's the perfect sweetness & consistency! Service here is really fast, even if the lines are long they'll have your drink out quickly! The interior is also really aesthetic, clean, comfortable, & dog friendly.

    Pandan Matcha
    Princess Mae V.

    When I went last year, I really enjoyed the vibe and menu. They had weird hours toward the end of 2025 and 2026 so when I returned I was surprised to see a whole makeover. In the past, the matcha drinks included the cream and now it's an extra $1 to add on. The quality also seemed to decrease. The chairs and tables also completely changed. It used to be a nice spot to sit, work, or study with plentiful of outlets throughout. Now the tables are smaller and chairs more uncomfortable designed to deter folks from staying too long.

    Pandan matcha (left) strawberry matcha (right)
    Naima C.

    Super cute matcha spot! It had a little line when we got there but they cleared it quickly. The matcha had great flavor and the pandan complimented the matcha well. Staff was super sweet and I can't wait to go back!

    earl grey, lac
    Ashlee L.

    Came here on a Saturday around noon after hiking mission peak, hoping for a strong yummy matcha, but unfortunately it was not nearly as good as it looked :( The matcha flavor was not strong at all. We tried the lac and thought that the viet coffee and jasmine flavors definitely overpowered the matcha. We also tried the earl grey matcha, and similarly, thought that the earl grey syrup dominated. We did enjoy the earl grey flavor though, but was just looking for a stronger matcha taste overall. Wait wasn't long though and they have tables inside!

    Sharon C.

    With so many matcha and tea spots opening up lately, the market feels incredibly saturated, and a lot of places are starting to taste exactly the same. I had heard great things about LAC Coffee, but unfortunately, my experience didn't quite live up to the hype. I ordered the Hojicha Latte, but it tasted like straight-up milk. There was barely any distinct hojicha flavor coming through at all, and weirdly, it tasted more like plain coffee than roasted green tea. The menu is also fairly limited, so there aren't many other options to choose from if your first choice misses the mark. Between the weak flavor and the sparse menu, I'm not sure I'd give this spot another try.

    Banana Pudding Coffee and Banana Pudding Matcha
    Stacey I.

    One of the best cafes I've been to in a while, especially specializing in crafted Vietnamese coffee-based drinks and good quality Matcha Lattes. **What we ordered: Banana Creme Vietnamese Coffee (seasonal) Banana Creme Matcha Latte (seasonal) DRINKS: 9/10 SERVICE: 10/10 AMBIANCE: 10/10 DRINKS: 9/10 I loved how, even though the drinks are carefully crafted with specific flavor profiles, you can still distinctly taste both the banana crème and the Vietnamese coffee. The banana flavor tasted fresh and natural rather than artificial, while the Vietnamese coffee remained rich and flavorful. Since Vietnamese coffee can be quite strong, I find that many places struggle to strike the right balance between the coffee and the featured flavors. Here, they managed to perfectly blend the two, allowing each component to come through without overpowering the other. I also appreciated that the default sweetness level is 50%. The drink was well-balanced, not too sweet, not too strong, and definitely not bland. You can customize the sweetness to your preference, whether you want it less sweet or a little sweeter. SERVICE: 10/10 Friendly staff who greet you as you arrive, quick service with well-made drinks, and friendly smiles! AMBIANCE: 10/10 I also really loved the overall setup of the shop. It was cool seeing the different coffee brewing systems on display, which I think were different types of phin filters used for Vietnamese coffee. The Vietnamese posters around the shop were beautiful and added a unique touch to the space. The open-kitchen concept was also really nice. I especially loved the little details, like the Smiskis and Sonny Angels sitting on the money tree. It was such a cute touch and made the shop feel cozy and welcoming.

    Mia H.

    I've been in a matcha craze lately, so I swung by this spot to check out some of their unique choices. I got their pandan matcha (with added cream on top) and it was delicious. Their pandan milk was very fragrant and definitely tasted of pandan, and their matcha was rich. Reasonable prices and quick service. Would come back for sure.

    Matcha Latte
    Allison P.

    This spot right here is the BEST matcha spot in the Bay. The BEST. The matcha scene is pretty saturated in the Bay, but Lac Coffee truly takes the cake. I dropped by with no expectations and left a die-hard fan. I got their classic Matcha Latte. Their matcha is so incredibly robust, earthy, and grassy in all the best ways. They also have a Pandan Matcha and L.A.C which is matcha and Viet coffee. My friends got both of these drinks and from the sips I sneaked, they were also divine! Protect and support this Viet-owned small business at all costs! :')

    Banana cream coffee and matcha
    Ashley V.

    Hand whisked matcha and a real banana flavor! One of my new favorite matcha places. The inside is so clean and sleek! They also have coffee, which seemed pretty popular! Service was friendly and they take their time to ensure the quality of the product.

    Angelina C.

    I love anything banana matcha. It was perfect and not too sweet. I could taste the banana, and it works well with the matcha. Also, I love the sprinkle of Biscoff crumbs on top. It is a perfect touch. The inside is beautiful and perfect for dates or just hanging out with friends to study or relax.

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    The Sour Bì Was the Last Straw…read more I've had both good and bad experiences with Pho Newark Com Tam Thanh over time, and for a while I considered it a decent, average place to grab Vietnamese food in the area. I also tend to give restaurants multiple chances before leaving a negative review because I understand that every place can have an off day. Unfortunately, I've now seen enough of a pattern that I'm done. Today I ordered the Combination Cơm Tấm and was utterly disappointed by the drop in quality. The bì (shredded pork skin) smelled sour and was completely mushy, despite the meal having just been purchased. It genuinely seemed spoiled, and I couldn't bring myself to eat it. The pork chop was bland and overly fatty, the fish sauce was nothing special, and the bánh mì was extremely disappointing as well. This wasn't an isolated issue either. On another visit, I found a hair in my food. And on some evenings, a staff member would clean the floors with such a strong bleach-smelling cleaner while customers were still eating that the chemical smell completely took over the dining area. Trying to enjoy a meal while your nose is full of cleanser is not exactly appetizing. I don't write a bad review because of one mediocre dish. I give places multiple tries because I want to be fair. But when the unpleasant experiences keep repeating, eventually it stops feeling like bad luck and starts looking like a quality-control problem. The sour-smelling, mushy bì today was the final straw. I can forgive average food. I'm not gambling with spoiled pork skin. Nope, nope. I'm done.

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