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    Story Coffee

    4.5 (421 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Closed 6:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    STORY COFFEE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working
    Dogs allowed

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    Iced cherry Matcha
    Amruta D.

    A very cool cafe with amazing vibe with interesting quick breakfast options. Staff is very welcoming. I was excited to see flavors in croissants. everything croissants, has seasoning of everything bagel and some cream cheese inside. I loved the combo. Ham and cheese croissants was so yummy that my daughter finches it in a minute. Almond croissant was on sweeter side and outer layer is crunch and not heavily filled which we loved. Regular coffee is good , has nutty fruity aftertaste. My daughter had iced cherry matcha which she totally recommended :)

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    Melissa N.

    My goto coffee spot in Livermore but it can take some time to get your order. Usually I either get a latte or iced sweet latte. Starting to buy my beans there too for day to day. A bit loud inside. Small parking lot that can be a bit inconvenient to get out of so I usually either street park or go to the parking structure nearby. Excited for their second location in Blacksmith's Square

    my last little bite of this yummy waffle
    Aletta A.

    ok - was in the area again dropping my girly pop off at doggy camp and so i had to stop in again to grab my energy before errands and work. Parking lot was already full to my surprise as I didn't expect this place to be poppin at 8:30-9am but pretty steady flow. Ooh and there was this hottie cop on there today and I hope he sees this lol!! Ok so reason for my updated review is to say that getting here early, you get a wider variety of pastries. And the waffle y'all! They made it fresh to order and it is goooodt and warm and yummy and perfect with a cold brew. Nice handheld lap snack while driving to my next destination. They sell hoodies too. The camo hoodie seems the be a hit. Might just get one next time. $60

    Livier M.

    This review is very late but I enjoyed my visit to story coffee. It was out of the way for me but I kept hearing good things so I decided to do the 30 min drive. When I was ordering their machine stopped working and they could not get it back up. Of course I waited patiently and they were so kind to comp my coffee for me. Customer service was great and they recommended a pastry that I really enjoyed. Will definitely be back if I'm ever in the area.

    Whisky latte (left) and lavender matcha (right)
    Nishalina B.

    Whiskey latte was better than I thought; not too strong. Lavender matcha was ordered half sweet and it was perfect! I would definitely come back. I wanted to buy some of their whole beans but a bag was $24; no thank you.

    Iced sweet latte
    Rimmi S.

    I got the Sweet Iced Latte, and it was so delicious. It had the perfect balance of bitterness and sweetness. I highly recommend coming here it's such a cute little coffee shop with more than enough space inside to study. It's quiet, the baristas are very nice, and the overall atmosphere is really cozy. Definitely recommend checking it out.

    Helen C.

    Clean interior and friendly service. No complaints :) Tried their eggnog drink back in Dec and it leaned towards the sweeter side but overall very good. Love their espresso & tonic as well! Get the almond croissant if you want a small lil treat. Definitely would recommend.

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    Salvador Z.

    I've heard so much about Story Coffee and was finally able to check it out for myself. I dropped off my truck at Les Schwab in Livermore for a tire rotation and they told me they needed two and half hours. Okay, no worries. I decided I'll go to the movies to "The Bride". I walked one and a half miles to downtown Livermore in flip flops and still had 45 minutes before the movie started. I remembered Story Coffee is nearby so I walked over to the coffee shop and boy was I in for a treat. The vibe is off the hook and they have waffles just like being in Europe again. I paired my waffle with a cappuccino and both were amazing! What a great day it was to give my truck some TLC, get some steps in, have a great cup of cappuccino and waffle, and a watch a great movie.

    Slice of pumpkin cake!
    Srini V.

    Great coffee. Nice environment. No wonder the place was popping. The vegan pumpkin cake was pretty awesome too.

    Evelyn W.

    The best coffee in the Pleasanton Livermore area. Always busy, good service and latte art - I appreciate the effort! They have a good selection of baked goods as well. Highly recommend.

    Heather C.

    Great place! Cute cups! Friendly workers! The matcha is super green - we tried the original and lavender. I wish this place was closer because I'd love to try all of the flavors. I had previously tried the sweet latte before, but hope to try the whiskey latte as well. Since that is a unique flavor they make in house last time we got to almond croissants, which were very fresh and tasty as well. Be sure to come in early as they sell out of their pastries.

    Elizabeth G.

    Easy coffee shop to get to in downtown Livermore. Overall, pretty small and a just a couple seats available, but if you're looking for a little more upscale coffee, this place will do. Personally, I don't tend to get matcha in places that don't specialize in it, but it was not too bad. Plus they do some nice latte art too.

    Lavender Latte
    Berlyn D.

    I was hoping to have options of the pastries and it was only 3pm and when I got here. They only have two options, I pick the waffle it was okay not fresh. Maybe they just reheat it. I tried their lavender latte, small hint of lavender. It was good. I love the cups to dine in. The service was good, two ladies are friendly and help me a lot with my order. Place is simple few seats inside and outside which is great. I like the have whiskey latte I'll try it next time.

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    Excellent food & drink. Even better customer service. This place deserves all the credit

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    Ask the Community - Story Coffee

    Do they sell gift cards?

    Yes

    Does anyone know what kind of tea is in the honey tea latte? I think it is a combo of fig and something else. Thanks!

    Hey Jen! We use local Livermore honey, Oat milk, and the tea changes with the seasons. For Fall, it’s Cinnamon Fig!

    What's the store hours?

    6a-6p Daily!

    I'm very confused about the location and how to get into it?

    124 Maple Street, at the corner of First and Maple in the parking lot with El Charro Mexican Restaurant!

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