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    Milli Cafe

    3.9 (118 reviews)
    InexpensiveCafes, Coffee & Tea
    Closed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Rose latte
    Connie C.

    I was on a mission to find a coffee shop where I can go offline for some time. It was on a rainy day, I definitely did not want to head to the city. I wanted to find a new spot, to give other businesses some love. Ended up at the end of busy downtown Millbrae at a corner with Milli Cafe. It's pretty spacious inside with some communal and individual tables, some bar seats along the windows as well. Granted that day was pouring, I would expect more people on a weekend if the weather was better. I didn't look at their pastry selection, maybe for next time. I ended up getting their rose latte, was debating between that and charcoal latte, but I didn't need a black colored coffee to match that weather. Happy with my choice though, the coffee was smooth, the rose flavors were not overpowering. The presentation was cute, with the crushed petals added on. Service is a bit on the slower end, there were about 3 workers, less than a handful of customers throughout my time there. One group of customers left and their tables were full of crumbs, it did take a while for the staff to clean up. I do hope service speeds up a bit if there is a larger influx of customers.

    Rachelle T.

    A nice pick me up after my workout class nearby! I love the natural lighting in this space, enough seating, great for a quick catch up with a friend. I wanted an iced coffee that was good with soy milk and the barista recommended the Raw Honey Latte. Solid choice! A lil more on the sweeter side, but didn't bother me. Would love to come back!

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    Cheri L.

    This cute cafe has a nice menu including seasonal ones with fun flavors. I tried the banana cold brew crema which was good and definitely kept me awake, but I think the matcha was a winner here. For just a regular matcha, it had a strong flavor and wasn't too sweet. Service was nice and the drinks came out pretty fast.

    Beautiful latte art
    May L.

    My friend recently told me this is the sister shop to my go-to coffee spot in my neighborhood, Spruce Cafe in South San Francisco. It's my first time here but the staff and flavors feel familiar. My barista, Amy, works at both Millie and Spruce Cafe. She is very meticulous with her latte art and always creates the cutest designs for customers. One of the main reasons I enjoy going to Spruce Cafe is because of the latte art the staff create. Millie has large windows, making the space bright and airy. The drinks are similar to those at Spruce Cafe. There is plenty of street parking available outside, so parking is easy.

    Coconut latte
    Erica L.

    Stopped by here ahead of going to the SFO airport. The coconut latte is delicious and really flavorful as a hot latte. The space is bright with natural lighting and the illuminated boards really adds to the space. If I lived around here, I would definitely be here all the time! There's a bathroom, WiFi and there's 1 hour and 2 hour parking right outside.

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    Ajay C.

    I visited the coffee shop on a weekday morning when it was relatively quiet and there was no rush, so I expected a more attentive experience. Unfortunately, both baristas seemed to ignore us at the counter and ended up taking the order of someone who arrived a few minutes later, apparently because they were known to them. That part was a bit disappointing and set the wrong first impression. As for the coffee, it was decent taste and it felt slightly overpriced given the portion size. That said, the ambience is definitely a strong point. The space is comfortable, calm, and well-suited for spending time, especially if you want to sit down with a laptop and get some work done. Despite the service hiccup, I'd still consider coming back mainly for the atmosphere rather than the coffee itself.

    Merry K.

    Attracted to their Banana Chocolate Latte. It was satisfyingly good. Cute art on the top. Next time I would order it with extra shot and ask for a mug. Everybody got a mug except me....

    Inside as we wait for our matcha lattes
    Steve L.

    Great looking interior with a simple menu of espresso and matcha drinks. During busy periods like weekend mornings, be prepared to wait 5-10 mins in line and then 15 mins for your order. If you are in a hurry, you should go elsewhere. Two people working on a busy morning. Enjoyed my matcha latte though a bit over powered by the milk and less of the matcha taste. Not sure what type of matcha they use or if enough was used. Note they do charge $1 for any of the alternative milks like soy, oat or almond. Bakery items are made in house according to them. Limited seating with a counter at the open window and a few small tables inside.

    Matcha Latte
    Kaitlyn L.

    Milli Cafe is a clean and modern cafe, fairly poppin' in the mornings with people catching up over breakfast. I stopped by while waiting for some friends at SFO, craving a matcha latte but not expecting much. While this isn't exactly an authentic, hand-whisked matcha, it was okay. It was an iced sweet drink that did its job. Overall though? the service was sweet and the space was clean.

    Hot matcha latte

    Very relaxing open airy ambience. My son and I enjoyed breakfast and drinks here. Their match drinks are great. Friendly staff.

    Matcha latte and mocha
    Jodie S.

    Cute modern cafe on broadway street. Definitely one of the rare cafes in this area. Limited seating inside but very spacious. We tried the mocha and matcha latte and both drinks were okay. Not super strong flavors and a little watered down but it will do if you just want a drink while studying or chatting.

    Kanika K.

    5.50 for a Gibraltar but tasted good! The place has street parking around but it can take a few mins to find parking around there as there's a lot of businesses around. The service was super fast and the place is quiet and work/study friendly!

    Inside
    Tyler E.

    Millbrae has been lacking a solid coffee shop for awhile so when Milli opened up it was a welcome addition to the downtown. Decided to stop in on a rainy morning and order a dirty chai and a matcha latte. The dirty chai was excellent but the matcha fell flat. The outside and inside were really nice I'm a sucker for tile but it wasn't a space I would want to spend a long time in. I would recommend coming here for coffee/espresso drinks just skip the matcha.

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    Great place for coffee and hang out! Can't wait to try every item on the menu. Staff is friendly and provide great service.

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    10 months ago

    Matcha was not good. Parking is horrible. Staff was nice. Good place to work. Won't be back ever.

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    11 months ago

    Impressed with this cafe. Its unique, modern vibe is a positive contribution to downtown Millbrae. Great latte and matcha.

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    The latte is great , staff are very friendly and experienced, I tried their cold brew yesterday and it was very good too

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    matcha latte tasted like pure milk and no matcha flavor at all. americano tasted like black coffee brewed from a keurig

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    Goodthing Coffee

    Goodthing Coffee

    4.1
    (305 reviews)
    2.8 mi

    AMAZING cheesecake & pistachio matcha. The urban angel was perfect sweetness if you sip without a…read morestraw (using a straw gets more matcha, which is unsweetened at the bottom). The cream top is so good and has a super strong pistachio flavor. Would highly recommend the cheesecake too -- it's super light and creamy at the same time because it has multiple layers. The texture is perfect and one slice is a great size for sharing. The space inside is pretty small and once it gets busy, it would be pretty hard to find seating inside or outside. Service was quick.

    idk if you all know about the haaland x bellingham bromance (I LOVE IT) but this cafe is more like…read morea haaland x son heungmin crossover. they are very hygge viking nordic in the design and lot. they use dak!!! yum yum. however they also are known for einspanners and matcha and asian pastries. so best of both worlds. HAALAND HA HA HA. anyway their coffee is okay. good not great like the name! maybe i ordered the wrong thing. i got the flat white - it was not bad but i wish i got a cortado or pourover. the flat white was too big for my liking so the milk masked the more delicate notes. there was like an aftertaste of something floral...jasmine? anyway i wish those notes came out more. ALSO they steamed a touch too hot which released some unsatisfactory notes in the milk. light roasts cannot pair with very hot milk!!! no bueno!!! anyway i may or may not come back. idk guys burlingame lacks some serious coffee game...3.5 stars, not worth the price

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    Inside Seating
    Inside Seating
    Single Origin To Go
    Single Origin To Go
    Back patio.

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    Back patio.
    One Love Cafe

    One Love Cafe

    4.4
    (214 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    First time coming here, I needed food before heading to the airport. The second time coming here, I…read moreneeded food before heading home from the airport. This is officially my new airport dining choice when available. I'm not a coffee drinker but they spend an equal amount of love on their matcha and chai!! This warms my heart! The pumpkin spice chai available year round (joy!) and the banana cram matcha (so far seasonal). Both not too sweet. Would like some kind of cream on top - still great as is. Both times I went for the breakfast burrito. Big fan of the veggie breakfast burrito with added bacon :) The chipotle sauce is the liquid gold! I find potatoes and hash browns to be fillers when not extra crispy for texture. Sadly they were filler here but so far they are light handed on the filler so all is right in the burrito. Did well on my request for light cheese as well. Ambiance reminds me of all my favorite cafes and tea shops with the artsy flare, welcoming colors, tons of plants, and some cool jams. Can definitely see them having a local artist showcase or local concert or open mic night. I have one request for the owners, one day please add a cardamom matcha to your menu It's such a great flavor combo! I'll be back again soon!

    Always on point! I love their parfaits and Lattes and breakfast burritos…read more The service is so nice and friendly. I come back once a month when I'm in town because I CRAVE their food. The cherry on top is the vibe! Good music always playing in the background and the artwork adds so much character. Enjoy!

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    Protein Acai Bowl - Protein
    Protein Acai Bowl - Protein
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    Iced latte out front
    Suzanne's Cake & Pastry

    Suzanne's Cake & Pastry

    4.0
    (327 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    Pork Sung roll was delicious. It had more pork sung in the roll than the one at Simply Cake and…read moreoverall tasted better, so I'd come back here for that. Taro bread was delicious. There was also a red bean/mochi bread that was interesting. I probably wouldn't get this again, but good to try. I'm curious to try the other steamed buns that are $8-9/per container of four. Portuguese egg tarts were $3.75/per which is a little expensive imo. We'll be back some day.

    Portuguese egg tarts and regular egg tarts here weren't anything special. The Portuguese ones have…read morea decent flaky crust and creamy custard, but they're missing that wow factor--kinda bland compared to the real deal. Regular HK-style ones are just okay too, nothing standout. Not cheap either (around $3 each these days?), but I guess you're paying for convenience on the Peninsula. That said, it's not bad at all, and when you're in San Bruno/Millbrae and don't feel like driving into SF Chinatown, this is one of the better local options. Not too many solid Chinese bakeries around here, so it fills the gap without being a total letdown. Best egg tarts are still at Golden Gate Bakery in SF Chinatown--no contest. Theirs have that perfect silky, jiggly custard and buttery crust that makes you want to go back immediately. Suzanne's is fine for a quick fix, but if you can make the trip, skip this and head to GG Bakery instead. Solid neighborhood spot if you're lazy like me and want something nearby, but don't expect it to blow your mind.

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    The best almond cookies
    The best almond cookies
    Dinner rolls, bread, and toast
    Dinner rolls, bread, and toast
    Suzanne's Cake & Pastry

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    Binka Bites - Millbrae

    Binka Bites - Millbrae

    4.1
    (119 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    We came here for some dessert after a late Easter lunch. The restaurant we were at ran out of…read moredessert and my wife wanted some. We did a quick search on Yelp and found this Filipino gem. When we walked in, we were greeted by very nice employees and live music. We ordered a variety of Filipino delights: Ube Flan Binka Bite, Dulce Salted Egg Binka Bite, Regular Taho, Strawberry Taho, Mango Shake and Halo Halo. Everything we had were good. The vibe here is chill, coffee shop feel as there are a number of people just hanging out and chatting and working on their laptops. I would come here again for more of their Filipino offerings.

    Finally made it to Binka Bites after hearing so many good things about it, and it definitely lived…read moreup to the hype. The Millbrae location is bright, modern, and spacious. Their menu has a ton of options, although there aren't many pictures, so it took us a minute to decide. Thankfully the staff were super friendly and patient. We ordered a dozen Binka Bites in 6 different flavor (Choco Bavarian, Dubai Chocolate, Churro Biscoff, Nutella, Oreo, and Mango Cream), 2 Spam Musubis, and a Chicken Empanada. It was my first time trying Binka Bites and I really enjoyed them. The texture reminds me of a hybrid between mochi and sponge cake, soft, chewy, and not overly sweet. My favorite flavor out of the box was definitely the Nutella. For leftover, I would recommend to microwave them for a 5-8 seconds before eating so it will be soft and warm. The Spam Musubi had a great spam-to-rice ratio imo (very important lol) with decent amount of sauce. Meanwhile, the Chicken Empanada was fresh, hot, and packed with flavorful shredded chicken. Overall, it was a really great first visit. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying their Mini Adobo Rice with Scrambled Egg next time.

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    Binka Bites
    Binka Bites
    Our $58 haul of bibingka
    Our $58 haul of bibingka
    Halo-Halo

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    Halo-Halo

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