Cafe name: Major Tom 4/5 (First time ordering this one, but I would recommend their Dirty Thai Iced Latte 10/10) Chilly Willy Freeze 5/5 (My bf orders this every single time, will not order anything else. This is his signature drink.) I love the lighting they have in this restaurant! Once you step in makes it feel like it's winter or something. (My favorite season) I would definitely check this place out ! read more

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This place is pretty good. Been going for the past 5 years. I live no where near south side SJ but occasionally make the drive. Coffees good. I like their dirty thai tea. They have a fair amount of foods options, those are whatever. Top 5 coffee shop in SJ IMO read more

So, I live for coffee. I roast it, buy it, sell it, cup it, pack it, ship it, mix it, blend it... you name it. So when I travel, I'm usually hauling around an arsenal of brewing gear like some caffeinated survivalist. And yeah... I'm picky AF. I like what I like. So if you're gonna serve me coffee, it better show up dressed in a suit and tie. In this case, it absolutely did. I had to give the local spot near Grandma's house a shot. I walked in with crossed fingers and low expectations, but walked out with a satisfied palate, a smile, and an eagerness to visit again soon. This is NOT your run-of-the-mill coffee shop. They roast onsite. Real deal, Holyfield. I started with an espresso. Then a cortado. Then grabbed a bag of Yirgacheffe to go because I gotta see what else they got going on. . These guys clearly know what they're doing; and if they don't, they accidentally perfected it anyway. The espresso was balanced, clean, and intentional. Nothing hidden behind over-roasting or gimmicks. Just refined quality coffee handled correctly. I'm genuinely glad spots like this exist, and even happier one sits right here near my fam. Seriously, can't wait to visit again. read more

Ordered a latte to-go! It was pretty busy for a Friday early (7am) morning, lots of people catching up and fun music for an early morning. I loved how quick the staff are here, although there was a long line I got my drink within a couple of minutes. The breakfast menu looked amazing, so I'll definitely have to come back next time I'm in the area. My latte was creamy and smooth, and the perfect morning pick me up! read more

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Moonbeans transports you to simpler times. It's the complete opposite of a pretentious cafe, with great service, a homey atmosphere and endless coffee bean options to choose from. A friend and I came here for a pre- work drink (why is it so hard to find a coffee shop that opens before 7am?). Loved my pourover with Ethiopian medium roast beans. read more

MoonBean's Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

I was in the area and decided to check them out. They're in a shopping center so there's a good amount of parking. The shop was busy when I showed up around 11am on a Friday. Their menu has something for everyone, from your traditional coffee to specialty drinks. I got an iced Milky Way, it was ok. Based on reviews I expected something more flavorful and stronger. I also got a bagel with cream cheese and same it was just ok. I wish they made their syrups in house to really make them stand out. Staff was really nice and everything came out quick. However, this isn't a place I'd go out of my way for, it was just ok. read more

I've been visiting MoonBean's Coffee a few times a week for either hot or iced coffees. My go-to are the honey lavender or vanilla lattes (both less sweet and with oat milk). I like that the coffee is on the stronger side and really creamy. A great coffee shop on the Santa Teresa side. They also have options for sugar-free syrups. For breakfast sandwiches, my go-to is the Will Clark. Can't go wrong with an English muffin with egg, bacon, smashed avocado, and cheese. Service is quick considering there's usually a long during the morning rush hour. read more

Their Milky Way is my go to drink. Start is very friendly and if you go before 9am there will be a decent line, so plan accordingly. They make the drinks pretty quickly too, so you won't be waiting for ages! read more

My husband and I took a quick work coffee break and decided to drive over to Moonbeam Cafe. We've actually been here before and came back specifically because their coffee is genuinely excellent. This time, however, the experience was a bit mixed. The drinks were still top-notch--we really enjoyed them, and the Mediterranean bagel was also fresh and delicious. Quality-wise, they absolutely deliver. That said, the customer service unfortunately didn't match the level of the coffee. The cashier interaction felt curt and low-energy, and overall not very welcoming. When my husband asked about their most popular specialty drink, she mentioned the "Milky Way" and compared it to a Starbucks macchiato--which felt like an odd comparison for a specialty coffee shop that otherwise seems to take pride in its craft. More than anything, the interaction came across as disengaged and a bit uninterested, which stood out because places like this usually shine in both product and service. We'll likely still come back for the coffee and food, but I do think the service experience matters a lot--and this visit didn't quite meet expectations on that front. read more

pretty good coffee! i got a cinnamon latte and loved itt!! service is great and they're super nice too- tho last time i went there was construction read more

Amazing coffee - best in the area. Can make something less sweet and multiple milk options. You can tell the owners care about the quality of the beans - making the best coffee they possibly can. read more

Cute little coffee shop that seems to specialize in roasting. The drinks have strong nutty/chocolate/roast notes that to me is distinctive to local coffee shops in comparison to more light/sweet/floral notes of larger ones, but I'm not a pro or anything. I was reading through the reviews when ordering and was worried that the drinks would be too sweet or overwhelming in flavor, but I didn't it to be an issue. I was particularly afraid of the Leprechaun but it was good! The barista was very chipper and nice which I really appreciated. There are outdoor tables. It is located in a plaza with plenty of parking. read more

MoonBean's Coffee - Almond Joe Hot, Bali Blue Beans, Leprechaun Iced - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Great spot to get some tasty coffee. First time here and love it! The staff were great going over the coffee menu with us. Will be coming back often. read more

I went in on a Friday at 1:30p and it wasn't busy. Parking is spacious and cafe is easy to find. The atmosphere inside was neat too. Seating is pretty limited though. Worker was super nice and energetic! I got the almond joe latte, and flavor is STRONG. I love almond so yum. The sweetness level is probably like other places' 75%, pretty balanced. Actually I'm drinking it while writing the review and I'd give the Almond Joe drink a 10/10 :) Bring it to sip on in the library a block away!!!!! There are also different speciality drinks that I would try again, like Major Tom. Overall, I'd come again. read more

MoonBean's Coffee - Almond Joe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

They grind their coffee! I was meeting with a friend here and she's a real coffee lover so she was impressed lol service was great and super friendly very nice communal vibe which I appreciate. read more

Moonbean has good customer service. The customers that purchase coffee from here were full of smiles. After taking a sip of my milky way latte, I know why! I added an extra shot of espresso too. The drink has a smooth taste and the whole milk added a silky touch to it. I will visit MoonBean again. Yum-o! read more

Just a good old fashioned local coffee shop that roasts in house and has their own variety of classic hot/cold drinks as well as the bougier dessert-in-a-cup sugar bombs that Our Green Aproned Overlords have made us come to expect from "Coffee". Seating is basic. Tables, window, outside tables. Wifi works and is fast, and the staff were helpful enough to let me sit outside and wait for my ride when they were closing for the day. Pro tip: this isn't on the menu, but get their black mango iced tea, but add cream and a stevia. It's to die for. read more

Came here on a Monday morning around 8am and it wasn't busy! So much parking outside and the inside was spacious with a lot of tables to work at. It was my first time here and their menu had alot of fun drinks! I had a hard time picking one so I asked what they recommended. I ended up ordering the dirty thai tea! It was so yummy I should've got a large Definitely need to come back asap to get it again but I also want to try their other drinks as well! read more

MoonBean's Coffee - dirty thai iced tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Quick and easy to order. Love the vibes on the inside as well. I'm not a huge coffee fan but I think the inside really has that coffee lovers vibe. We got the cinnamon roll drink to share and I will say it was interesting. It was a coffee flavor with toffee and then cinnamon after taste. Once the ice melted a little, the flavors blended together better and was much more enjoyable. But don't wait too long for the ice to melt because then it became watered down read more

MoonBean's Coffee - Cinnamon roll - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Incredible service and tasty coffee. My go to order is milky way with oat milk. It is very milky and creamy. One of my favorite coffee spots! read more

Small batch roaster that really nails it. Creative drinks if that's your thing, but if fresh roasted coffee is your thing, this place doesn't disappoint. read more

Cute little cozy place. I ordered the honey lavender latte and it wasn't too sweet. I tried other places that serve lavender and it's usually overpowering, this was a good balance. They have a pretty good menu selection. I would come back to try the other drinks. read more

MoonBean's Coffee - Pretty varied menu selection - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

This was a good coffee place. I had a dirty Thai tea and the Will Clark sandwich. It was a little too salty, but the ingredients were fresh and the English muffin was soft and fluffy. My drink was good but I don't think I'd order it again... The flavor combination just wasn't for me. My partner had a bagel with cream cheese and a zebra mocha with oat milk. The coffee was nice and smooth and she loved the bagel as it was very fresh. read more

Moonbean's is my go-to coffee shop and I love that I live sooo close to it. Their lines are usually out the door and for good reason. I actually saw my last review was 9 years ago for this place---- and I still love this place. (I moved away from the area for a few years but bought a house nearby so I'm back now.) My drink is an iced zebra mocha. I've tried a couple of their other specialty drinks but my favorite is the zebra mocha. Service is great, staff is always kind. Seating is still limited inside with either people hanging out to catch up or to do work. I usually just order my drinks and go home. They have a stamp card system that I hope never goes away lol. read more

MoonBean's Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

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They were busy & seemed like a nice place but I wouldn't return. I chose this coffee spot because they offer Oatly oat milk. They don't, they use Pacific :/ my drink also came out tepid. I like my tea hot! Seems to be a new trend to serve drinks not so hot. Was busy so that tells me people are treated well there. read more

My brother and I were looking to get out of the house without having to spend too much money. I was very reluctant to come to this spot initially because I've been drinking Vietnamese iced coffee exclusively, but changed my mind quickly after walking in. The AI-generated coffee images pasted in the windows were a bit tacky, but the staff are extremely friendly and knowledgable about coffee. I ordered the dirty Thai and my brother got some espresso drink made with some hard to source coffee beans. I've had the Thai tea + espresso concept before so I knew I'd like it, but I was pleasantly surprised at how relatively affordable this option is here compared to the other places where I've seen it. My brother enjoyed his drink so much that he went back inside and bought a bag of the coffee beans. There isn't the most seating inside, it is a small shop, and a few people were working on their laptops. There were tables open for standing and waiting and a couple of seats outdoors, but I wouldn't take my chances at planning to get work done here. I'd recommend MoonBean's to any coffee connoisseur, or if you're looking to take that one friend that is stuck in their ca phe sua da and boba era then the dirty Thai won't let you down. read more

MoonBean's Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Major Tom was rich and flavorful. Ample parking, and the establishment was clean and well-maintained. Customer service was decent. read more

MoonBean's Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

great food, great service, perfect ambiance for a small coffee shop near exercise and hospital. lots of great flavored coffees, tea, foods, and snacks read more

The Ambiance was good a little indoor seating. Coffee was great! Would pass on the burrito.

I've been consistently coming to this coffee shop for over 10 years. Such a local hidden gem. Inside they have a huge coffee roaster and it always smells SO GOOD in there. All of their specialty drinks are yummy but I mostly come here for the thai tea or dirty thai tea. They always use high quality ingredients and are very consistent with their drinks. Parking is plentiful but seating is limited. Docking one star because some of the baristas are not the friendliest. Make sure to grab a punch card! 1 free drink for every 12 purchased. read more

Incredible service and space! This is the kind of coffee spot I really enjoy. Inventive lattes, and super friendly staff. They also can do things half-sweet, and have a variety of alternative milks. Located in a humble shopping center across from the new Kaiser hospital build site off Cottle Rd. I just wish they had more locations across SJ! Definitely will be revisiting when I'm in town. read more

Unfortunately, I liked the inside more than the coffee itself. I always order lattes at cafes just to stay consistent. I do like a bold coffee flavor which is how theirs tasted. The latte here wasn't bad, but it did taste slightly burnt. The cafe was busy Saturday in the late morning. This is still a spot I'd try again, but it's not a must-try. That said, it's definitely better than the big coffee chains. read more

MoonBean's Coffee - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Got a Mexico's Coffee and Breakfast English Sandwich. Both very yummy and tasty! Sweet and Cheerful Staff and quick and efficient service. A little pricey, but considering the economy and how prices for everything has gone up, is actually reasonable. Lots of tables in and out to sit and enjoy your food and or drink. read more

I tried the almond joe and their blueberry scone and both were amazing! The prices here are really great for the service, food, and ambiance. I recommend trying this place out if you haven't already :) The people working here are super kind. The service was very fast. I also think it's a local family owned coffee shop, so it's a great way to support our community! This would be a great place to study or catch up on work read more

MoonBean's Coffee - Almond Joe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

What a lovely little coffee store right across from the busy Santa Teresa Street! Best coffee, service and the ambiance!

What I got : Major Tom : 4/5 I came here early morning to get a little drink drink and found this place. The owners served me my drink, they were nice and quick. I was in and out under like 5 minutes. I like the drink I got, it was on the sweeter side which I prefer but I wish there a bit more coffee taste. The ambiance was chill and I love the decor and prints they have around the shop. And they got a roaster on site? That's pretty cool! Overall I'd come back here just to look around more, and the drinks tend to run sweet here but that isn't a problem for me :) read more

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I can't believe business expect a tip and then are rude! One of the baristas was disrespectful when I changed my mind that want iced coffee instead of hot. Since when is changing your mind a problem in the food and beverage industry? When I asked for my mocha to be iced instead she looked to the other barista female next to her and rolled her eyes. I even told her at the end that she didn't need to give a look when I changed my mind and that it was rude and unprofessional. She just said "ok", didn't even apologize and ignored what she did. I didn't get her name but Mary was the cash register at the time and heard the conversation. Not sure if Mary was supervising or not but nothing was done about the barista's rude customer service. read more

Coffee is good! Not on the pricier side-- however on the sweeter side. There is limiting seating but if you get a table there are plenty of outlets which is a plus. The place has a cool ambiance with R&B playing in the background which makes it a very chill work from home spot or a place to catch up with friends! read more

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A nice cozy coffee shop in the South bay area! They have great hot and iced coffees! Many specialty options! Its a great vibe here to drink your coffee and be in a relaxing setting! Very neat and organized setting! The aroma of the fresh coffee smells fantastic! Great customer service! Very friendly and helpful! read more

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So sad to give this place only 2 stars. Disappointing that this is the only coffee shop in my neighborhood and the quality is below average. Coffee is so bland and each drink was not well balanced. I went 3x to give it a fair shot. -vanilla ice latte - overdid it on the vanilla so it was too sweet. -dirty chai - barely can taste the chai or the expresso. So bland, no flavor. -regular hot latte - no flavor, watery, bland read more