It's been so long since I was last at Lacaphe and I'm glad I was able to visit again recently!…read moreDevin and I got banh mis at Duc Huong and were looking for another place to squat and be productive on a Tuesday afternoon and even though we had already gotten some beverages earlier I figured we could walk towards this spot just for nostalgia's sake. Temperatures were just under 90 degrees Fahrenheit outside. The air conditioning was great in here, not freezing cold but cool enough to be comfortable. There were a few other tables of people with their laptops out, and I was excited to see that they have expanded since my last visit and added more seating for customers. The lotus milk tea is still one of my favorites in the whole city. We sat at a table so there was no outlet, but I can't remember if there were outlets along the walls for the booth seating. The WiFi worked well and if there was background music it was not being blasted loudly. I would definitely keep this spot top of mind if I needed a reliable spot to work remote again, especially since there is now more seating than there used to be. Looking forward to coming by again soon!

I've been wanting to try their coffee for the longest, and I'm glad that I got to finally it during…read moretheir opening hours on a random Thursday that I was able to go. (On a funny note: I did not know that they were going to open another location in Fremont, so I'm definitely attending their grand opening when they DO open in Fremont. Fingers crossed that I will be able to attend their grand opening. While I like the cherry blossom concept behind it, it left me rather disappointed when it came to the service and making of the drinks. While the coffee shop felt spacious and more than enough space to accommodate everybody, it just felt rushed throughout the whole time I was there. Their drinks were another dimension. I got their EGGspresso Hanoi, which surprisingly, was not bad at all. I loved how consistent the egg batter was, and the consistency of the coffee was quite equal. I will be back to try their other drinks, and hoping that their customer service could improve just a little bit more. I know they have the potential, but being more courteous goes a very long way compared to being bland in attitude, obviously.

Great vibes, but mixed results on the food. The birria burrito with tater tots was unique and…read moredelicious! Unfortunately, the avocado toast didn't match the photos online--I was expecting burrata but got feta, and the staff confirmed that's their standard. Love the decor, but I wish the menu was more consistent with what's being advertised on social media.

Whenever I'm in San Jose , this is always one of my Go to spots for Breakfast & Coffee…read more You can't go wrong with anything on the menu here ! It's all delicious. Service is always great & even with the long line, things move quickly. Seating tends to take longer than take out but it's such a cute stop to sit in and eat if you have the time. Their Birria burrito is delicious.

Came here with a friend in the late afternoon to catch up 2 hours before closing. The store was…read morePACKED. There was a mix of people studying, working, and chatting with friends; it's a very lively community spot. Despite how chaotic it was, the space was generally clean and the service was great. The cashier made sure to get our names and address us by them. The decor is beautiful, feeling intentionally designed. I thought it was really cool that they have a slow coffee bar area specifically for pour overs (I think) where tech isn't allowed, so people are just supposed to sit and enjoy their coffee. I've never seen that before in a coffee shop. The menu is extensive. Since it was later in the day, the baked goods were half off, which was a nice surprise. I got a blueberry latte and an Asian fusion focaccia bread. Blueberry latte - I liked this! The blueberry flavor was subtle and not overly sweet or artificial tasting. It added a light fruity note to the coffee without overpowering it. Fusion focaccia bread - This was tasty, but I felt the original price was steep ($12). My piece was around 6" x 3". The shiitake mushroom flavor was strong and I loved the addition of scallions and Chinese sausage sprinkled throughout the bread. Overall, this is such a cool addition to coffee culture in the South Bay. It feels like shop from a big city like SF, NYC, or Chicago instead of little ol' SJ. The ambiance and options are solid, and it has a vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. You can be a casual coffee drinker or a coffee snob and it will be a satisfying experience.

There was a line when I went, but the food/drinks rolled out in a timely manner. Solid spot for…read morecoffee and unique fusion pastries! - BlackBerry toasted coconut latte hot : Not my fav combo. Taste like sour coffee with coconut shavings. - Cardamom orange latte hot: Surprisingly good like a creamy orange coffee. - Egg sando: I like the added trout caviar, adds a nice pop of color and flavor. - Shio pan: Very good crispy outside and soft inside. I will say the black salt on the top was a lil strong. I didn't realize and took one huge bite of salt and ended up having to scrape some off the rest of the bread - Gochujang corn cheese scallion focaccia: Very big, generous slice. I would like more corn cheese throughout the bread. Good service, nice space with seating, but can get busy. Please do clean up after yourself if you decided to sit.

very tuff place and nice atmosphere, i like the friendly service here and the deserts is good when…read moreyoure feeling a bit peckish, it had a range of delicacies :3

If you're looking for a really yummy and refreshing drink, definitely check out Arisan Tea &…read moreCoffee!!! I came here with friends, and we all got different drinks. They ordered the mango passion fruit tea and the strawberry matcha latte, while I got the tropical fruit tea. My friends were kind enough to let me try their drinks, and I have to say everything was refreshing, cooling, and super tasty. My tropical fruit tea was really good too! The atmosphere was chill, the decor was nice, and it was just a great spot to relax and hang out with friends. Definitely check it out if you're around the area!

shop is on the corner of a bustling plaza. its clean and well lit -- love the ambiance. it was…read moresuper packed the time I had gone -- which was around rush hour. service was great. thanks alex for the fast service. coffee was also great. ordered a medium roast iced americano and my sister ordered the madagascar latte. definitely fixed my coffee fix today.

5/5 for product 3/5 only because they're so successful they…read morereally need to figure out how to scale. Came in Saturday around 11. The entire cafe is full of an ordering line and a pick up line. They don't really call out the orders so we kept checking in from outside. It's cute and there is ample seating probably more tailored to a week day. My boyfriend got a burrito and said it was very fresh. Will definitely come back for coffee on a weekday (: hopefully avoid some of the crowd

Wonderful spot for a nice drink with friends or family. I had originally visited their space for…read morethe restaurant that operates within the vegetarian store until 2pm, but missed their hours. I was suprised when I visited the connected store that people were still sitting in the restaurant space. Quickly I realized it was for a tea and coffee spot that has longer hours. The cafe was wonderful with higher grade matcha tea and other drinks which were perfect to enjoy on a hot afternoon. They also import and sell one of my favorite Japanese matcha brands so that alone as me eager to return. The drinks were very refreshing and the cute cat themed stickers were a big hit with my broader family. I definitely recommend it if you are in the broader area.

I really wanted to like this place but unfortunately it fell short for me -- the matcha here is…read moreonly served with oat milk, I was told there is no option to get regular milk. I personally do not like oat milk so this factor already prevented me from enjoying my drink I ordered a matcha with cream top and even though they seem to use good quality matcha, the matcha flavor itself wasn't very strong so the drink tasted very watered down I do like the concept of them being more eco-friendly but the hassle of bringing my own cup to avoid the upcharge, in addition to the slow service and oat milk only option is discouraging me from wanting to visit again

Matcha should be THIS green! We tried the guava li-hing matcha and mango sticky rice matcha, and…read morewere highly impressed with the quality and flavor of their ceremonial matcha. Each drink is hand-whisked, so well worth the wait. Their cold foams were delicious and super flavorful as well. I was so excited to try the mango sticky rice matcha, as I hadn't seen this flavor anywhere else. The drink has a creamy salted coconut milk cold foam on top and some mango puree and glutinous rice on the bottom. Once everything was mixed, the mango flavor does get lost unfortunately. But still, the drink was amazing and rich. The guava li-hing matcha was sooo vibrant! I loved how the tropical flavor of the guava cold foam sprinkled with li-hing balanced out the earthy matcha. I've tried other guava matchas with guava puree on the bottom rather than cold foam on top, but I definitely prefer the latter to preserve the matcha flavor. The employees were kind and we came on a weekday afternoon with a short wait. Order at a kiosk. Limited seating inside. I wouldn't say this is an ideal study spot, but it is very aesthetic and bright. Parking was not a problem since this location is in a plaza.

Egg Coffee is pretty good -- not overly bitter. It's strong, but not too strong…read more The mango sticky rice matcha is good too, though the flavor is pretty subtle. I wish the mango sticky rice flavor came through a bit more, since you only really taste hints of the coconut and mango toward the end.

my girlfriend and I were on the hunt for ice cream this weekend that we visited Dr. Ink and…read morestumbled upon this café on the corner. Service was super good, couldn't quite decide what drink to get that didn't have caffeine. Ambience was a nice café setting with minimal seating

I find myself coming back to Dr.ink time and time again. I just loveee their drinks and am…read moreimpressed by their seasonal menu. My usual go-to is their black sesame latte; probably my favorite spot to get a black sesame latte in San Jose. Not too sweet or milky! This month, I tried their earl grey latte. The drink wasn't as tea forward as I had hoped for, but it was still delicious nonetheless! This cafe is pretty modern with great natural lighting. It seems like a good study spot, but there is limited seating. Space is always clean and the staff are friendly.

I've been coming here with my pup a few times a week for a little over two months now, and it's…read morequietly become my default "get things done" spot. The place has this worn-in, artistic, slightly scruffy charm.. idk if I'm describing it right. It's like... the kind of hangout where people come for a quick catchup each other but end up drifting in and out of nice, long conversations. Like.. the morning version of going out for drinks. Instead of cocktails, it's cappuccinos and spearmint lavender tea. same energy. Nothing feels overly polished, which is exactly why it feels comfortable. The music is one of my favorite parts. Very eclectic in the best way! I'm very particular with music and have an inside joke with my wife about hijacking the Bluetooth at certain places to play some "actual music" but damn. Find myself removing my headphones to listen to what they have playing. Sometimes I feel like I'm inside an NPR segment. Lol The coffee and tea have been consistently tasty. Great espresso, tasty tea options, and no one rushes you out. just gentle background life happening around you. Another shoutout to the staff. Literally EVERYONE has been amazing and they're always in such great moods. In return, all the customers are super friendly too. Love it :)

I used to absolutely love Chromatic Coffee. Unfortunately, as they've grown, the experience has…read morereally declined--especially in service. The baristas seem poorly trained, and they don't have a solid process anymore. They've expanded their space, but that just makes the wait and confusion worse. I recently was in their new space and ordered two simple cold brews--no modifications. Where they used to pour it straight from the tap, now they treat it like a latte--and everything takes forever. If you want to linger in their aesthetic (albeit chilly) space, maybe that's fine. But if you just want takeaway coffee, be prepared to invest 20-30 minutes. It's no longer the quick, quality stop it once was.

This is the most spacious coffee shop I've seen! We came early in the morning so it was pretty…read moreempty but I can see it being a popular spot once the day goes on. They have a great location near San Pedro Square. We found parking in a garage about a block away and the first 90 minutes is free, so you don't have to stress about paying for parking just to grab some coffee. They have a kiosk to order outside but you can also order inside at the counter. The Guava Matcha latte is off of their signature menu and it did not disappoint! Very generous amount of guava but it wasn't overpowering and I could still taste that quality matcha tea. Mix it before enjoying to get the full flavor profile!

Playback coffee is always my go to spot if I need to go study or get work done. They are located in…read moreSan Pedro Square so they have large tables with outlets. It can get busy so if you can't work in a noisy environment, this might not be it for you. I love their fun drink options, and they have both good coffee and matcha. They have a self serve kiosk or you can order with a barista, but they are always quick and consistent with drinks!