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    Nirvana Soul Coffee

    4.8 (76 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    NIRVANA SOUL COFFEE ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Pastries 4/16/26
    Ayana K.

    My cousin had been telling me about the Black Owned Coffee shop fro years. The only downfall was it was in San Jose. I was excited when I found the SF location.. I did have to illegally park because parking is scarce but the risk was worth it. I loved the vibe as soon as I walked in. It was bright and vibrant. I was greeted with a smile when I stepped through the threshold. I asked the cashier what I should try and just let her pick for me. Iced Honey Lavender Latte with NonFat Milk 10/10 definitely recommend. They had pastries and merch as well.. I will definitely risk a ticket and be back to try something else!!

    Sarah C.

    Came up to the city via Caltrain to visit a friend. We didn't drink coffee this morning so we grabbed one here. We got the lavender honey latter- hot with almond milk. Done well. Staff were nice. My husband used their bathroom and he says it's clean. Small place though. A lot of bar seating but there's a couple outdoor seating as well.

    Banana Chai Latte
    Amina G.

    Absolutely love this place. The artwork implants and overall vibe of the place is so welcoming and relaxing. The playlist was fire! And the employees were exceptional! Dom, who started off in their San Jose location, is one of the best barista I've had! I also tried the bacon cheddar waffle, and it was everything! Definitely a must try if you come here. I absolutely love the Ube latte and also the banana chai! I will definitely be back here again

    Robert M.

    Cool spot, great vibe. Excellent coffee - my favorite is Dirty Diana with macadamia milk.

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    Anchal A.

    Back again after trying more of their drinks, including the celebration latte, hazelnut mocha and banana caramel latte. Every drink has been delicious and the baristas are all super friendly. To top it off, I believe they are black women owned. Highly recommend :)

    Eliza R.

    A very cute spot!!! I always love trying different coffee spots, and this one in downtown SJ is great! I had an iced mabuhay ube latte with oatmilk and it was great! Not too sweet, the coffee wasn't too acidic, and it was pretty balanced :) The staff seem to enjoy their jobs, there are cute little polaroids of them at work and around having fun! Super cute experience and coffee; I'd definitely come back!

    The exterior on Townsend Street, a 4 minute walk from SF Caltrain station. 11/14/25
    Joanna T.

    One of the few coffee cafe's near San Francisco Caltrain station - open at 7am weekdays! I got a chai latte & added some raw sugar to my sweetness taste. It was good - 3.5 stars! I do want to grab something hot to drink for the train journey down the Peninsula! No more of Phil's Coffee...such weak beverages. The service was prompt - 4 stars! They have pastries & make (!) waffles. The interior is very colorful & cosy with art from a black artist. 4stars. Give this San Jose home-grown café a try if you're at the Caltrain station area early or anytime. It has such cool vibes.

    Banana coffee latte with oat milk
    Priyanka S.

    Nirvana Soul is a cute little coffee shop that opened up right next to Cafe Okawari in mission bay. The vibes inside are very cute and retro with tons of fuchsia pink. The staff is also very friendly and welcoming, and the drink menu is very unique. When I went I decided to get the banana coffee latte with oat milk the drink tasted like creamy banana. The banana flavor was mild however but the drink was still good and creamy banana tasting. The banana flavor also did not taste artificial which I appreciated. I definitely recommend trying out another drink though if you like bolder flavors, like I normally prefer.

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    Amruta D.

    Cute place for coffee. Staff was welcoming. Coffee was good. We also tried vegan muffin , that was also nice. It has limited seatings. Looks like favorite spots among locals.

    Hanna H.

    Yay another amazing Black owned spot! Haven't had the food here but the latte was DIVINE, my friend and I were amazed. Fantastic vibes as well, bright and colorful with gorgeous art, and located in beautiful South Beach. Can't wait to come back! Also I do reviews on TikTok so check out @sfyelpfinds!

    Joanna F.

    Ok this is a surprisingly cool spot for being right next to the SF Caltrain station! Love the specialty coffees and drinks, and the mochi cake and the sweet potato pie were bombbbb can't wait to try more menu items!

    Chorizo con queso waffle
    Bianca C.

    Nirvana Soul is a cute and vibrant conveniently located within walking distance of Caltrain, Oracle Park, China Basin, etc. They offer a nice selection of food, pastries, and unique lattes. I stopped by on a weekday morning. There was a short line when I arrived, but it moved quite quickly. Most people were just grabbing coffee and pastries to-go, so despite the small space, there was seating available both indoors (high tops and a bench) and outdoors (cafe tables and chairs on the sidewalk, with some foot traffic). I ordered the mabuhay ube latte (espresso, steamed milk, ube, and coconut) and the chorizo con queso waffle (Spanish chorizo, Oaxaca cheese, and jalapeno). The latte was def yummy - flavorful without being too sweet or overpowering. The waffle was cooked perfectly: crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and a good balance of sweet and savory with a bit of butter and syrup. It was pretty filling, so if I were to order it again, I would probably save half or share with another person. I can't wait to come back and try more of their unique lattes and goodies!

    Regular (12 oz) White Rose Latte
    Rose T.

    Located across from The Beacon, this is a new addition to the Mission Bay coffee scene. I came by in the morning and there was no line. Order at the register, find a seat, and pick up your order once it's called. Even though coffee is in the name, the menu had plenty of non-coffee options as well as sweet & savory waffles. I picked one of their Specialty items, a regular-sized White Rose Latte ($6.00 + tax) and requested Light Sweet. +Drinkable temperature: Hot, but doesn't burn your mouth/tongue +Not too sweet w/subtle rose flavor +I removed the lid and noticed a cute heart. I think they should leave the drinks uncapped so customers can appreciate the latte art! -On the milky side: Espresso wasn't very strong. Side notes: 1.) Rewards: Sign up w/phone # to earn points 2.) Indoor counter seating and outdoor table seating 3.) Restroom available for customers 4.) Walking distance from King Street Caltrain Station *Verdict: Since they have such a diverse menu, I want to return to try more of their offerings.

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    10/10 dirty chai banana latte, yummy chocolate chip waffle, cute set up and great music! Such a great spot.

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    Excellent coffee and pastries. Great cup before watching a warriors game. The team was was great and friendly

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