The brown sugar latte was good. They have a kiosk for ordering that is usually not occupied so the staff can focus on making the orders so it shows up fast. There's not enough tables but they could fit more in the coffee house and could put more tables outside. They definitely have the space for it. Overall it reminds me of Sama coffee in San Mateo. They got that turkish and persian vibe and there focus is on expensive quality coffee with persian snacks. read more

I love Sanas! What a great addition to RWC. Everything is so scrumptious, yummy, flavorful. And the Customer Service is above average. A super thoughtful crew who know how to make a really good tea and I'm sure coffee as well.! As summer approaches, longer days, I believe they will find it will be necessary to implement some structure around the seating Because, we found there are campers on a Friday evening, there were two young women not together and each taking a large table. ,8pm with their laptops open and only a beverage , there was a line of people people searching for tables I would suggest or some sort of signage that they could share a table, not necessarily sit on top of each other, but on opposite sides with an empty seat in front of them, two (strangers) people at one table with two or four chairs. It's not uncommon practice. In cafés. What was happening was that groups of four were having to share tables for two squishing in, I just thought it was a little thoughtless of those two customers to keep their heads down, and they knew precisely what was going on around them, people were giving up tables and shifting around, and neither of them moved or offered to share. There's a polite way to manage those kinds of situations. Or signage on tables. I saw a group of four guys walk out because there was nowhere to sit that would've been a substantial tab There's a way to make people mindful of that included there were other locations for these two individual people to move. Since their heads were in their laptops, sitting across from a stranger, would've been like being at the library anyhow where we do share tables. I noticed there was a seat on the sofa side, or they could've shared a table It would have left two large tables available for people who were in line, groups of people who were in line Something to think about to the owners of Sana! I could see the frustration in the faces of the people waiting. read more

I love trying new cafés! And Sana did not disappoint! It's located located in downtown Redwood City, right next to a cal train station -- great convenient location. I can't say much about parking Cept there appears to be street parking and lots nearby. I got the adeni chai which was a spiced tea (unsweetened at baseline). Yummy :) and creamy? It's premade ahead of time in the fridge. I also love doing work at cafés and this place is very spacious, with plenty of seating options. The seats along the edge, including the bar seats have outlets and I believe the other side may have outlets as well. Otherwise, a lot of 2 person seats in the center perfect for meetings. Will def come back to try the sweets and the Yemeni latte! read more

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Hands down the BEST pistachio latte I've ever had. It definitely tastes like pistachio, with a sweet and creamy coffee/milk combo. The staff was extremely friendly and kind. The environment was exhilarating, clean, and chill. My partner ordered the cinnamon dulce which he described as a subtle creaminess with the perfect amount of cinnamon. My children ordered the mango dragonfruit refresher which they devoured in less than 10mins. 10/10, highly recommended! Their Turkish treats looked delicious as well but thanks to keto, I'm not allowed. read more

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Yum! White mocha latte (iced) 10/10 - creamy, sweet, good smooth coffee flavor - on sweeter side but good level for me, so some people may want less sweet Yemeni latte (iced) 9/10 - cardamom and cinnamon notes - smooth, honey took forever to dissolve in the drink but still good - on sweeter side as well but perfect for me Big triangle pistachio baklava 10/10 - perfect flakey, sweet, sticky, nutty - one of my fav baklavas Vibes are quiet. You can totally just work in the coffee shop. Not many people but the afternoon Pilates moms do come. Overall, I would definitely come back to try more of their desserts! read more

Sana'a Cafe - Ice yemeni latte, ice white mocha, big triangle baklava - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

Yesterday was my first time there. The place is nice, large, and modern. If they could set a time limit for tables, it would be great. The food is well-presented, but the flavor still needs improvement, and the coffee doesn't taste very good; it's very diluted. But what I liked least was the customer service. It's unbelievable how they don't have napkins for people ordering takeout. I politely asked for some napkins and they sent me to get them from the tables when all the tables were occupied. I found it disappointing because I was paying for a really expensive coffee and dessert, and they sent me to steal napkins from the people at a table when they should have them or go get them themselves, not send the customer. It's disrespectful to the person at the table! I know they're new to the area, but there are still things they need to improve! read more

Sana'a Cafe - Vanilla Latte and tiramisu cake! - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

I loved the decor and vibe of this place - it was happening! Lots of people hanging out. The coffee's are very unique as are the deserts. Super yummy in both accounts. The servers are very polite and happy to answer any questions. read more

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Amazing smell of the spices -- that's what I got once I entered the shop. The location is amazing. It's on 2400 Broadway -- can't get better than this. So many shops and places to walk around in the neighborhood. Love the water stall. What a nice touch. So many desserts and sweets. Just had an American as usual. I know! There are tons of drinks to choose from the menu. What can I say; I'm a simple guy. I'm just here to have some decent coffee after gorging myself with so much foods from Whole Foods. read more

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My first time here on 2/9/26. This place is huge, very clean, and well lit. It's a great spot for studying or a casual coffee date. The staff is polite and accommodating, which sets the tone right away. I ordered an Adeni chai before heading to work, and it was a great choice. It was creamy, tasty, and gave me solid energy without upsetting my stomach. I'm definitely coming back to try their pastries and more of their coffee drinks. This place is fire It's also conveniently located near other food spots that are within walking distance. The place was full of people studying, working, and mingling, which added to the good vibe. Price: 8/10 Cleanliness: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Will I come back? Yes read more

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Was in the area for dinner at a nearby restaurant and we were looking for a good coffee spot afterwards and saw this on Yelp. Alot of variety on the menu for drinks hot or cold and same with pastries. Walking distance for parking structure near the downtown Redwood City area where the restaurants are. Great customer service, The place is spacious as well. read more

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The new Yemeni coffee shop in Redwood City's downtown area is a charming addition to the neighborhood. When we visited on in morning, it was relatively quiet. The shop, situated at a corner, boasts a lovely interior with tasteful wall decorations and a pleasant seating arrangement. Conveniently located across from a well-known coffee and pastry shop, it offers a variety of coffee options, including pour-over, Turkish coffee, and Yemeni coffee, as well as an assortment of pastries. We ordered a Sana'a latte, Sana'ani pour-over, mocha latte, and a regular latte. The coffee is good. For pastries, we enjoyed a selection of their offerings. However, the service was rather slow, as the staff were juggling both order-taking and preparation. Improving service efficiency would enhance the overall experience. read more

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100% fantastic experience at Sana'a Cafe. Which is a delightful thing to have, especially considering I went during their soft opening. Cardamom coffee, and a Bird's Nest for a small snake treat. Both looked and tasted fantastic!. About any of their coffees with cardamom here, I suggest that you don't do anything to the coffee. When you get it. Simply drink it and enjoy it. I have found that I didn't need to add anything beyond what the counter had done to it already. No milk. No sugar. Just delightful to drink as it is. Everyone behind the counter was a joy to interact with. And since this was my first visit, I ask a lot of questions. They provided a lot of informative answers too. Inside and out the Sana'a Cafe is simply beautiful. All the tables were kept clean. And the station for to-go orders was kept well stocked with everything you could imagine to adjust your coffee to your liking. The bathrooms are clean as well. You can send your kids unattended into their bathroom if you desire. They are that nicely kept. Internet access is very good here. The availability of power outlets less so. But there's a few to be found. I was on foot that day so I didn't have any need to park. But it's downtown redwood City. So expect your normal parking problems as with any downtown area on the peninsula. The only thing I really have left to say is, "why didn't I come in here before"? While talking to the staff I learned there are other Sana'a Cafe locations in the Bay Area. I'm going to be looking up those other locations to see if they're close enough for any of the stops that I have to make. I heartliy recommend Sana'a Cafe in Redwood City California! read more

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I love spiced coffee but most places a "cardamom latte" is like a Lacroix - only a whiff. But not here! I ordered an iced mofawar which had a strong and delicious cardamom flavor, and the perfect balance of cream and coffee to be bittersweet. I also ordered - a slice of chocolate baklava: skip, I've had better - a za'atar cheese fataver, a savory pastry. This had great taste but could have been heated up more as it was still a bit cold and tough - A slice of biscoff milk cake: delicious but so sweet it was hard to finish So come for the coffee, maybe skip the food. This is a popular working cafe so it was hard to get a table, and the staff was pretty busy to bus the tables. Keep this in mind if dining in! Logistics: - Indoor seating with a few outside tables - Limited streetparking in front but a block away from Caltrain station and I presume there is a public garage nearby read more

Sana'a Cafe - Biscoff cake, baklava, fataver - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

The place inside is decorated nicely with lots of tables. I was there before 8am with only one person working. We ordered 2 drinks one espresso Spanish Latte and one Arabic coffee. It took a long time which makes sense with only on person working. But the Spanish latte was warm not hot and too sweet. The Arabic coffee seemed to be hot water and cardamom like she forgot the coffee. We tried the milk cake as well which was also overly sweet. Overall left very underwhelmed.. read more

Sana'a Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

We LOVE this place! First time here on a Saturday night and we were still drooling so we went back Sunday morning. We had the Pistachio Latte and the Dubai Cheesecake. TO. DIE. FOR. The interior is beautiful and the staff is so friendly. I will be back every time I am visiting Redwood City. read more

Sana'a Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

Came upon this place while enroute to pick up tea and decided to give it a try. The place is nicely decorated, has seasonal menu items, snacks, and what appears to be comfy seating for various group sizes. Staff were very busy and several tables were in need to clearing (dishes etc left by guests). They did not have enough staff but it's a new looking place, so I certainly give them some grace. Ordered a chai which I really enjoyed. Their mocha was just okay and tasted more like chai per my friend. The qisher and cinnamon dolce latte tasted watered down so I didn't enjoy them. To go carrier was very pretty and staff were very nice. read more

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Went very early with a friend and we were concerned there were so few people. But happy they were open. Definitely got busier as we got to more normal 8:30 ish and later time Had a regular latte with the cardamom blended coffee. My friend had the same but with oat milk. Both of us were happy with our beverages. We shared a lovely cream cheese filled puffs breaded slice of yummy that was drizzled with a very slightly sweet something. We both really enjoyed that. We also received a Turkish Delight. It was a bit hard and way too sweet and floral for either of us. But. Was incredibly nice to have tried. Service was quick and pleasant. The cafe itself is quite nice and open/airy. Lovely high ceiling that they took advantage of with a unique and pleasing chandelier. The chairs are unique and lend a bit of a high end cafe vibe more than most places. Very nice. Overall. Would totally return. Hope it stays busy and they do really well read more

Sana'a Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

Quick take: Really good coffee The café is beautifully decorated. Service is very good. I got exactly what I wanted. The sweetness came out just right. I tried an iced Adeni Chai with more sweet. So good! Definitely will be back to try other drinks. Also a lot of sweets available. read more

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Sana'a Cafe is an exciting addition to Redwood City! We visited on a Saturday morning and found it fairly busy. There was a line to order at the counter, which gave us enough time to explore the menu. The interior looked shiny and new, with exposed brick, a colorful wall mural, and plenty of seating. They had a large display case of pastries and other food items, which looked tempting. When I got to the counter, I asked the staff member for a recommendation and he broke things down very simply - coffee or tea, hot or iced, cream or no cream. Based on this, I chose the Mofawar, which was a hot, spiced coffee drink with cream. We snagged a (dog-friendly) table outside and waited for our buzzer to go off, which didn't take too long. I enjoyed the flavor of the Mofawar, and would love to try an iced drink or tea next time. Would return! read more

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So excited to see a Yemeni specialty cafe open in Redwood City downtown! Came in for soft opening weekend at around 5:30 pm with a group of 2. Things were pretty bustling around this time, we managed to find a place to sit along the window. Adeni chai - delicious, no notes. Comes out piping hot (can also be ordered iced instead if you want), great aroma and flavors. I ordered with no sugar and can really taste the tea. Sana'ani coffee - came out great, very refreshing. Delivers on medium roast flavor, and you can taste the cardamom Saffron Milk Cake - THE showstopper of the night!!! Highly, highly recommend trying this milk cake, so moist and not too sweet, absolutely delicious. The saffron flavor was subtle and delightful. I can't wait to come back and try the other flavors, they all look delicious! Meat Fatayer - This one was okay, we got it heated but unfortunately the middle was still a bit cold. This is easily fixable, not a big deal We were very impressed with the food quality especially for soft opening weekend. We cant wait to come back again and again! read more

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Needed a remote workspace on a Monday afternoon and I chose this place. It is very spacious with beautiful seating and interior. I ordered the pistachio latte and it was so good. Excellent for a novice coffee drinker like me. My husband got the Adeni but didn't like it much bc he wasn't aware what cardamom was - so that's his bad. Staff are super friendly and helpful w the menu if you're not sure what to get. Regarding working, outlets are kinda scarce. They're only on the floor and convenient for 2 of the window-side benches. There is a bar top area but we didn't get to sit there but it looked like there were outlets. Overall I would recommend to folks to come and hangout and use the WiFi! Parking is easy too! read more

Sana'a Cafe - Pistachio latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

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Love Sanaa cafe and was excited to try the new one in redwood. Great staff, seating is spacious really nice. I tried the new menu item for the season which was pumpkin spiced adani chai it was good but it honestly lacked the flavor or pumpkin so if u could boost that up would be great. Sweets were great too! All the best. read more

Sana'a Cafe - Turkish coffee - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

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They have soft opening this week and we decided to step in for a cup of tea. The ambience is glam like lot of Yemeni cafes are. It was very clean too. Though there was a line, the staff was friendly. We ordered Adeni chai and hibiscus tea. Though our order took long and they messed up our order still this place felt very welcoming and our orders tasted good. Lot of people were coming for their cakes and seemed to be enjoying them. Will definitely go with an appetite and order that the next time. Glad to have a Yemeni cafe in Redwood City. read more

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So glad to have a Sana'a location open in RWC! We haven't seen a late night coffee shop in five years (unlike pre-covid times when Coffeebar and other local coffee shops used to be open late). I had the rose latte and it was great. They have a good selection of drinks and desserts which I would definitely be back for. This is a good space to work, has outlets, wifi and a bathroom. It gets very lively in the evening which I really liked. Good mix of people working and socializing. Will definitely be back. read more

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This is a very nice addition to downtown Redwood City! The cafe has a large, comfortable space with lots of tables. Coffee is excellent, the various pastries are different from what you usually see in a cafe, and quite good. Definitely worth checking out! read more

I stopped by for a quick tea after lunch on a Sunday. The place was almost full. Sana latte was really nice. Milk cake biscoff was an excellent cake. The place was modern. read more

Sana'a Cafe - Sana latte - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

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Very good coffee and pastries ! I go every other day and the coffee quality is always great. The place is beautiful !! Everyone is so nice and they help me to find what I was looking for! read more

Sana'a Cafe - Matcha and coffee with matcha cake ! Delicious - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

Stopped by on New Year's Eve for a sweet treat before heading to an event, and I'm so glad we did! We tried the pistachio cake and the baklava. The pistachio cake was really good, super moist, flavorful, and had a nice nutty taste. The baklava was really good too, perfectly crispy, though a bit too sweet for my personal liking. Service was very friendly and fast, which we appreciated since we were on our way out. The inside is also so cute and cozy. Can't wait to come back and try more treats! read more

Sana'a Cafe just opened in downtown Redwood City and since I was in the area I decided to check it out. Sana'a Cafe was a large open space with lots of tables. I ordered a rose latte and a rose milk cake. The rose latte was too sweet so I was kind of hesitant to eat the rose cake with the latte, but the cake turned out really good, not too sweet and very moist. I wohld go back for the rose cake or try the pisctachio milk cake. read more

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I visited this Sana's Cafe in downtown Redwood City recently. The staff were friendly and helpful, which made the experience pleasant from the start. The ambiance is nice, family-friendly, and relaxing great hangout spot whether you're catching up with friends or winding down with a book. I tried the Caramel Iced Latte. It was good, though I felt it could use a bit more ice and a tad more caramel drizzle. A small note for improvement, but nothing major :) the drink still hit the spot. Overall, I'd say I'd like to go back and give this place another try. I'm curious to explore their teas next time and see how they compare. If you're in the area looking for a cozy, welcoming spot, this place is worth a visit. Pros: Friendly staff Relaxing, family-friendly ambiance Good for a hangout spot Cons: A bit on the pricier side Ice level and caramel drizzle could be a touch more generous (subjective) Would I return? Yes, with a plan to try their teas and perhaps order a drink with a bit more customization. read more

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located in downtown redwood city...parking can be tough...stopping by after lunch for a coffee drink...quite a large space and realizing it's a newer franchise coffee shop with focus on yemeni coffee and influences...beautiful airy space with a wonderful display case at the order counter filled with baklava and other treats...ordered a yemeni latte $7.59 before tax and tip..$9.59 total...pricey drink...a short wait and ready...a sweet latte with some spices coming through...quality seems good, but prices were little steep... read more

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Their Adeni Chai healed my soul this morning! The ambiance is super trendy and cozy inside. I don't stick around or try the food but the chai alone is enough to keep me coming back here many more times. I would love to see them start using compostable packaging in the future but I know this can be expensive, so hoping their business flourishes here in RWC. read more

Sana'a Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

I was recommended the iced Yemeni latte added vanilla. Absolutely delicious! Definitely a little sweet but I am okay with that. If you don't like sweet I recommend asking for extra ice less milk. read more

Sana'a Cafe - Ice yemeni latte add vanilla - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

First time trying this cafe, wasn't sure what to expect but they have lots of options for coffee and sweets. I ordered the Biscoff Milk cake and a Baklava triangle and they were both amazing. I'll definitely come back to try more but the sweets were very rich so only got 2 items. Would definitely recommend and they have seasonal items too so that's always a plus for me. read more

Sana'a Cafe - Baklava Triangle - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

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A cute coffee shop addition to Downtown Redwood City! I recommend the adeni chai latte from here! The tea flavor is so fragrant and strong. Still creamy from the milk as well. Considering the size of the cup, this was an expensive drink honestly. I also got the Matcha Chia Pudding and it was $10... It was delicious, but everything just seems overpriced. read more

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Best coffee ever and it Is important to take in the aroma before drinking! Nice young people- kind to LOL/little old lady. read more

Do you have time to wait? Say 30 minutes to just order? And then wait another 15 to 20 minutes for your drinks to be made and food to get prepared? Came the first time Thursday and waited 45 minutes in line but had to leave to get to a meeting. Saw 4 other people leaving the line as well. Tried again that following Sunday morning this time when it opened up hoping less wait time. Stood in line behind 2 people and waited again. I get that it is a soft opening and still working out the kinks but sooner or later they will need to get their process down to eliminate wait time. Food and drinks are yumpsters BUT note, early am they had food displayed from days before? Again came when they opened and the trays had only a few slices left (see photo) which leads me to think so. I will give this place another shot and if three strikes, I am going back across the street! read more

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The latte is not bitter at all--perfectly made. The cake is delicious too! This is a middle eastern styled cafe. read more

Sana'a Cafe - Rose latte with rose milk cake--yum! - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

I really wanted to like this place based on all the great reviews, but, unfortunately, my experience was less than great. I came in on a Sunday morning around 9am. It wasn't very busy but there was a group of three in front of me and a couple who got in line right behind me. It took close to 10 mins for me to even be able to place my order because the group of three was very indecisive and they only had one person working the register. There were other people who could have jumped in to help (there was another register) but they did not. I had no place to be anyway so I just let it happen and read reviews while waiting to figure out the best items to order. Finally, my turn. I ordered a pistachio latte and a chocolate croissant. No follow up questions were asked and I was given a beeper to wait. Another ~10-15 mins and my order is up. I go up to the counter and she hands me my croissant. Bag looks greasy so I was like ok, there'll probably be a lot of flavor! I asked where my latte was and she handed me one that had been sitting there a while. I double checked to make sure it was the skim milk I had requested and they said it was. The latte was huge, she had never asked me what size I wanted and I would've preferred a smaller one. Oh well. On the way out, I took a sip. The latte was already lukewarm, and while the milk had been steamed, the latte tasted super milky. Not much pistachio flavor. So, lukewarm, lots of milk, not a lot of foam, not a lot of flavor. Overall, not a very good latte. Onto the croissant. Took a bite and it was very bready, not light and fluffy and not much chocolate. Honestly, at this point, I was over it. I feel like I just wasted $18. On my way to grab a Starbucks now because they're not the greatest coffee, but they are consistent. I gave this place three stars because I'm really hoping I had a one off experience. The staff was very friendly, and I liked the ambiance of the place. The chairs were cute and comfy, and it smelled really good in there. Not sure I'd be back to try it again though. read more

Sana'a Cafe - Greasy bag that chocolate croissant was handed to me in, thought it would have a lot of flavor! - Cafes Near Me - Redwood City, California

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This beautiful and elegant cafe is conveniently located at the corner with easy parking. Its design with gold chandeliers and velveteen comfortable seating and tables makes this place classy to hang out and enjoy their wonderful and unique desserts packed with flavors that would make you come for more to explore. We got the Dubai chocolate cheesecake and it's a great balance of sweetness, cream and pistachio and paired it with their aromatic and flavorful coffee. Our family enjoyed it and we'll sure come back for more. The service was friendly and fast. This is definitely "the" place to check out and bring your family and friends. A cafe experience you will not forget. read more

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