Cafe La Vies was such a delight. I follow the page on Instagram and the drinks always look so…read morepretty. I got the chance to try two drink today and they were delicious. When we got there it was a full house. All the tables were full with people sitting and chatting which speaks to the coziness of it. I tried the banana matcha and the white chocolate mocha. They were both great and I will definitely be going back to try more.

I came in earlier today to try the Mango series, specifically the Mango Sticky Rice. I was excited…read morebecause I've been seeing it advertised all over IG and then all the signs and what not in the store. I walk up to the counter and asked for the Mango Sticky Rice and the guy who helped me, idk what his name is had an attitude and was like we're out of it. I'm thinking to myself, sooo if you KNOW you're of something that's popular and on the menu, maybe you should put a sign somewhere stating that it's currently NOT AVAILABLE. Then I had to call back home to let my siblings know that the initial drink they wanted was not available, so they can choose something else and again the guy taking the order wad annoyed. My siblings decided upon the Mangonada with brown sugar boba and the iced Dubai Chocolate Matcha. Unfortunately, brown sugar boba was not available was all out for the day according to the cashier.. but no sign stating that they were sold out. I had to call my siblings again to let them know and ask if they wanted crystal boba as a replacement. To keep the order going while I was calling them, I asked for a mochi waffle and the guy threw his hands up annoyed and was like do you not want the boba for drink? I told the cashier I'll have the crystal boba instead of the brown sugar since it's currently unavailable, and the guy goes with an attitude... soo do you want the crystal boba? I said yess...yes I do. The Iced Dubai Chocolate Matcha was alrightt. It is definitely not all that it is hyped up to be. The drink IMO was just a basic iced matcha with chocolate drizzle on the side of the cup and the pistachio foam that barely tasted like pistachio.

Inject that Twice Hojicha latte right into me right now! The husband and I spontaneously stopped by…read morefor a morning drink and were pleasantly surprised by how unique this spot was! Their menu is simple, yet complex (in the best way possible). There are coffee drinks and tea drinks (matcha and hojicha). If you've never had hojicha, this is the place for a new morning tea drink! Previously, I've only had hojicha in Napa at the Oxbow, so it's not the easiest to come by. If I could describe hojicha, it would be matcha's earthier, non-grassy cousin. Love, love LOVE it. If you like matcha, you'll like hojicha. I opted for the Twice Hojicha and I could literally drink that everyday. The cream top hit the spot! Smooth and creamy. You HAVE to try it. 10/10 roll would recommend.

I finally stopped by Offbeat Coffee. I've heard amazing things, but would always pass by on their…read moreclosed days. I had a rare day off and made it a point to stop in to try them out. They have a parking lot but it's shared with other businesses and always seems to be full, however there's a good amount of street parking and I found a spot closeby no problem. When I walked in it was a lot bigger than I expected and they had a good amount of seating. There wasn't a line when I arrived, but that quickly changed after I placed my order and I feel like there was a steady stream of customers the whole time I was there. I was welcomed in and when I let them know it was my first time they recommended some items for me. I'm not a matcha fan, so I was more interested in trying their coffee. I ordered their date orange latte ($7), the twice hojicha ($7.50), and their simple avocado toast ($9). I had heard hojicha is a less grassy, more earthy/toasty version of matcha so I was excited to give it a try and see if I liked it more than matcha. Good news! Hojicha, at least the twice hojicha from Offbeat was delicious. I enjoyed the taste of tea and the aftertaste that matcha usually has for me wasn't there. I would 100% order this again. The date orange latte (iced) was also delicious and the flavors were perfect for our warm weather. The simple avocado toast had a thick piece of fresh baked bread with a generous layer of avocado on top. I don't frequently order avocado toast but it paired well with the drinks and is a great meal to start the day. I can see why this is a favorite for so many people and now that I've finally been in, I'll be back for more!

I live in North Natomas and will literally drive all the way to Arden just for this coffee because…read moreit's THAT good The 18 to the Brain is hands down one of my favorite coffee drinks in Sacramento -- smooth, strong, and actually wakes me up without tasting overly sweet. Their ube cookies are addicting and the chilaquiles are always a must for me too. You can tell they really put thought into both the drinks and the food here.

great drinks, food & ambiance! inviting and busy sit down or to go cafe…read more -matcha latte : good! would get less sweet next time. you can taste the matcha which is always must. would get again -white mocha w/extra shot: def strong!! hubby enjoyed it! got the BLT & loco loco. both were good! bread on the blt was verrry crispy and a bit hard to eat lol. would return if in the area! lots of parking in the lot but can get busy since it shared with many other stores

I had never even heard of Temple Coffee Roasters until today…read more I asked ChatGPT where thoughtful, interesting, community-minded people in Sacramento tend to gather -- basically, where one might recruit good humans instead of just collect business cards -- and this was top of the list. Temple is one of those places where the espresso tastes like someone with a chemistry degree and a poet's soul got together and decided the rest of us deserved better mornings. The baristas manage to be both calm and alarmingly competent. You ask one tiny question about beans and suddenly you're getting a TED Talk from a caffeinated forest monk. And the people here actually talk to each other. Not in the fake networking-event way where everyone's secretly scanning for status. More like artists, students, organizers, remote workers, philosophers, exhausted grad students, startup people, and neighborhood regulars all accidentally sharing the same living room. Clean space. Serious coffee. Zero snob energy. Headquarters of the Revolution. Special mention to Sam, who was managing Temple Coffee Roasters when I walked in. You can tell immediately when someone genuinely enjoys helping people, and Sam absolutely does. She told me she loves adjusting drinks to fit exactly what people want instead of treating coffee like some untouchable sacred formula -- stronger, softer, sweeter, whatever makes the person in front of her happy. And she said something deeper still: helping people feel good is actually pretty easy... although sometimes it's hard. That kind of sums service up. Sam has that rare combination of warmth, competence, patience, and calm that quietly changes your mood. All of a sudden you feel like being kinda kinder. The coffee was excellent, but people like Sam are the reason places become part of a city's soul instead of just another café.

This Temple serves up the same amazing selection of coffee and tea drinks that the other Temple…read moreCoffees in town do. As typical with Temple Coffee, the quality of the drinks are top notch and really is the gold standard in Sacramento. Prices are on the higher side for these premium selections so be aware of that if you haven't been to a Temple before. This location is a bit smaller and has less unique features than other ones. It's perfectly serviceable for a cafe, but the ambiance isn't on par when you compare them. The service, however, was superb. I found the baristas there to be very friendly and warm. It's hard to go wrong with Temple, and if you/re looking for a great coffee drink and near this one, it's certainly worth the visit!

I've been dying to check Qisa out for a while now. A coffee date with a friend was a great…read moreopportunity, and Qisa did not disappoint. The cafe itself is very inviting. A cute outside patio and plenty of room to sit inside. I got the Pink Chai and my friend and i took our drinks to a park down the street which really set the scene: spring day in the park with a friend and a great beverage. The drink was very hot, which ended up being perfect because I had to enjoy it slowly. The flavor profile was subtle and well balanced, not overpowering or too sweet. I'm a big fan of cardamom and pistachio, so getting both in one drink felt like a win, and they worked beautifully together. The pistachio added a nice, nutty finish. I don't distinctly remember tasting the fennel, but it may have been part of what made the overall flavor feel so smooth. I guess I'll just have to come back and order it again. All in all, Qisa was a treat. Im planning on moving in a few months and started looking at apartment listings near by that would allow me to come to Qisa more often. Highly recommend!

Coffee place with a Turkey flair. Cardamom coffee was…read moregreat. Honey Bite bread was amazing (if you love honey) Spinach pastry was a bit overstuffed but pretty good. Chicken roll was pretty good. They also have boxes of Turkish delight and other bakery-like goodies that I want to try someday.

You know what they say: The best coffee shops are built on espresso, playlists, and one really…read morechill barista. Came in on a Monday around 3 PM after getting off work early and was able to find parking and a place to sit pretty easily. Shoutout to Steven for his amazinggg service like where do you guys find baristas this efficient and talented with customer interactions ! I asked him how the matchas were and he let me know the cafe is more coffee-oriented, but said people still order the matchas a lot. He recommended the Vanilla Bourbon latte with sweet cold foam and it was fireeee. I recommend adding cinnamon powder on top. The vibe here is also really unique. I know the car in the middle might throw some people off at first, but I honestly love the minimal/open layout and how there's space between tables instead of cramming everyone together. The aesthetic is super nice, and there's also a giant mirror if you want cute pics with your friends. The drinks are a little pricey for the size, so this will probably be more of a treat-yourself spot for me, but overall I had a great experience. Good wifi, good seating, great vibes all around. Would definitely recommend checking it out. Thanks Chloe !

I came in right before 10:30 on a Sunday morning and it was quiet but closer to 11 it was busy and…read morenowhere for anyone to sit. My cappuccino was good, no complaints. It was 5 bucks which is unheard of in midtown! Cute vibes inside and lots of people working and friends hanging out etc. The fancy car in the middle of the shop is fun for a second and then it's like can we move this for more seating? It's a nice idea but it takes up too much of the space and doesn't totally make sense. So minus one star for that. I think when it's nice out then there is outdoor seating which probably makes the ambience nicer but I was there on a rainy day.

Lovely ambience and great service! Me and some friends enjoyed their drinks and had some delicious…read morecookies. Pretty good hot cocoa.

Each time I've stopped into Blueprint coffee they've been consistent. The team here is always…read morefriendly and make orders quickly, and the coffee is always just what I expect. I love that the cafe is very open and that there are some different sized tables, and there's a good selection offered so most people can find something they'll like. Parking can be a bit tough in Old Sac, but if you're already in the area or walking around downtown this is a great option for great drinks, snacks and a place to chill or meet up with others.

What an amazing experience such a family friendly and clean experience. Great smoothies, drinks and…read morefood/snacks with the best Turkish coffee around. Beautiful inside and out side seating Every staff member was so helpful and welcoming. Thank you Finjan coffee house you all are amazing!!!!! SEE YOU AGAIN SOON

Love Finjan when I want to splurge on a coffee! Their cheesecakes are delicious and so is their…read morematcha but we felt like it was a bit overpriced. We paid about $35 for two coffees and 2 slices of cheesecake. Other than that the ambiance is inviting!

Love the old school vibes of this place! The place is big…read moreenough to chill with your friends or have a coffee date. You can either order with the staff or they have a kiosk to order from as well. Staff is super friendly! They let me taste their teas to see what I would like for my tea base drinks. Coffe drinks I tried: 1) Durian coffee -this was one the THE BEST variation of durian coffee that I've tried - liked that the blended the durian flavor in the cream foam and included pieces of fruit -the smell isn't over baring and just enough flavor mixed into the coffee where you don't feel duped, but has a well balance coffee to durian taste 2) Egg coffee -a solid egg coffee!! Would recommend 3) Coconut coffee -this is a blended ice drink -I typically like coconut Vietnamese coffee, however this wasn't the best variation I have as I did wish it was a little sweeter 4) Taro coffee -rather than a cream top like some of their other drinks, this was more of taro paste with bits in the Vietnamese coffee -it wasn't too sweet so had a stronger coffee taste Tea bases: -was told they seep their tea for about 8 hours to give it that strong flavor ! -green tea - usually not a green tea person when it comes to boba drinks (only by itself) since at times the fruit flavor over mask the tea but this place makes it potent -black tea - they say this one it not popular which is a bummer cause I love black tea -herbal tea- good flavor -jasmine - didn't get to try this tea base but I am sure it taste just as good as the others 1) Peach green tea -beyond refreshing! -loved the fruit bits and peach sliced in the drink 2) Lychee green tea -lychee fruit and lychee jelly included! -Loved the strong tea taste with the fruitiness Pandan waffle Durian waffle -both of these were delicious, good flavor and best right away while it is hot! Overall: One of the best Vietnamese coffee places in the area that I enjoy going to. Quality drinks that do not disappoint.

Lovely Vietnamese cafe!…read more We ordered an egg coffee and banana matcha, both good. The interior and seating are cute with a few options to sit. The design is old fashioned yet modern with a digital ordering interface. While the banana matcha was not my taste, the egg coffee was great! The coffee was strong yet good with a pandan waffle side! I anticipated staying up all night and did. This is for those who drink espresso or ca phe sua regularly. The tasty waffle helped balance the caffeine a little. The bathroom is cute and decorated with so much aesthetic, but the downside is no toilet seat covers.

Staff here are extremely nice. I dropped my entire order of 5 drinks on the ground and they were…read morekind enough to clean it for me and make the order again for free! Huge shout out to Candice and Valorie for treating us with care and empathy. The drinks were really nice too. Definitely coming back here!

Delicious tea house with cute aesthetics…read more I tried a strawberry matcha latte of course. This was well balanced and tasty! I was only disappointed that sweetness and ice level couldnt be adjusted like most boba tea places allow. Cool to see how mochi donuts, coconut pudding, and some other fare were available too!