When it comes to matcha, THEY KNOW BALL lol I don't know what took me this long to finally try…read moreAcademic, but my only regret is not visiting sooner. It may actually be a strong contender to dethrone my current #1 matcha spot in South Bay I arrived with the full intention of trying their coveted banana matcha latte, but had to pivot to try their seasonal melon matcha latte once I saw it on the menu. Amazinggg flavor! The matcha was creamy, earthy, and just strong enough. The melon flavor was so well executed in this drink and you definitely taste the melon notes right away, which was delightful. It was refreshing and fruity without being overpowering. Best way I can describe it is like a honeydew Melona ice cream bar melted into a matcha latte. My friend got the double matcha guava latte with a guava cream top, which was delicious and tropical, but we both agreed that the melon matcha latte was the standout by far. I'm already planning when I can go back for it before they switch out their seasonal drinks! We came on a weekday afternoon, so there wasn't much of a line at all. It's a relatively small space for a coffee shop with limited seating/tables inside, but they have a cute little outdoor seating area with benches. I presume it would get pretty cramped on busy weekends, so I'd say it isn't really an ideal study cafe, but you could definitely make it work for a little solo study sesh and they have free wifi. There are metered parking spots along the street that I didn't have an issue finding nearby. Important note: they don't take cash.

Came around 8:30 am on a weekday and it wasn't too busy. Service was friendly and pretty quick…read more -Banana cream matcha (4/5): the banana cream was yummy and not overly sweet or artificial tasting, matcha was a good strength -Guava cream matcha (2/5): guava flavor was strong and fragrant but overpowered the matcha, I'm not the biggest fan of guava but wanted to try cause it was unique

Amazing coffee place! The espresso was smooth and perfectly balanced (not bitter or acidic). Plus…read morethe flavor syrups are perfectly balanced in the latte. I tried the Honey Black Sesame Latte, and while I wasn't sure I would like it, I ended up loving it! The flavor was super delicious, and went really well with the espresso flavor. We also ordered the avocado toast which is made on a Japanese milk bread slice. The seasoning toppings were super interesting and yummy, just maybe would have liked a bit more of the toppings personally. I really liked the larger menu of super unique drinks and definitely will be coming back to try a couple more that caught my eye! People are super nice and even though it's busy (for a good reason) there is plenty of parking and places to sit indoors and some outdoors.

I was craving an affogato on a rainy day and Coffee & Water Lab totally hit the spot. The place is…read morereally cute -- I walked in to a lot of people on their laptops, so it definitely has that cozy work-friendly cafe vibe. The drink itself was great! My only complaint is that it came in a very small cup. The price is pretty standard for the Bay Area, but for the size, I was a little disappointed in the value. When you're craving an affogato, you want more than a few spoonfuls! Small cup aside, the quality was there. Perfect rainy day spot.

Arisan has been on my list to try for a while. Usually when I am in the area, there's a line -…read moreespecially on weekends. Anywho, I came here one afternoon weekday and got a Pandan green milk tea and a corn choux pastry. It was my first time having a Pandan green milk tea, it was pretty good. The corn choux pastry was also something new for me as I've never had a corn flavored one before. Very good. Overall, will be back to try their other drinks as I heard their matcha is good as well as their salted egg cake.

Cute tea and coffee house in San Jose!…read more The salty egg yolk cake was solid, I loved the flavor of the salty egg and the soft, airy texture of the cake. I tried a Matcha Tiramisu Latte and thought it was good but not exactly what I was expecting. The matcha isn't too strong and the tiramisu part of the drink was a ladyfinger on the side in which you can choose to dip into the drink. The place was packed and busy. But still a good spot to try out if you don't mind a short wait

Love the unique flavors Aroma offers…read more Ordering at a kiosk and picking up at the front cashier within just 10 minutes amidst heavy foot traffic. First time around, I went ahead and ordered their pandan matcha. Yum! This masterpiece is served with pandan cold foam and toasted coconut flakes. Ordered it regular sweet, less ice, with oat milk. Very balanced flavor. Loved it. Would definitely try their other flavor offerings. :)

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.

Great service! My order was accidentally wrong and they fixed it no problem. I got the Hawaiian…read morelatte.

I came to pour decisions to get a coffee and Ashlyn took my order and she was really nice and kind…read moreand made me feel really good after a stressful day and Angel made my coffee and he did it really quick and with a lot of love and thank you guys you guys are the best and will recommend this place to anybody and it's good to know like people like them that they care about customer service have blessing day!!!!

I am not too much of a fan of their drinks, but the vibe and service made up for it. The young…read moretech company feel. Sharp and friendly workers. For the iced latte, shouldn't the milk go in after the espresso? Since it was the other way, the espresso was mainly on top and needed to be stirred. Seeing the workers, I know this part is thought out so just asking. Blackberry latte had a hint of blackberry which was nice. Not overwhelming. There is no waiting area after you order. You just kind of stand around somewhere in the store while you dodge people. Will definitely be back to try other items.

Day Visited: Saturday @ 12:15 PM Price Range: $$…read moreParking: Parking lot (small, so get here early enough to get a good parking spot) Ordered: BlackBerry Toasted Coconut Latte & Washed Sidra Pour Over with a Shio Pan The overall ambiance is definitely a clean, modern aesthetic where the focus on elevated drinks and experience definitely shines. The two drinks we got are perfectly balanced, with the blackberry milk perfectly blending with the toasted coconut and the espresso adding a warm depth to the drink. The iced sidra pour over complimented well the fruit and floral notes of the coffee, with the peach and strawberry shining through with each sip. The line to this place definitely gets long, so show up and be prepared to wait for some good coffee!

Had to swing by to support my girl @wsgoodshell at the recent run it back event! Got to listen to…read moresome sick beats & enjoy a latte!! It was a fun event (even though I didn't run ) Love the matchas and lattes here!! The specialty drinks are so fun and tasty. The last two times I've been, I have not had any issues finding parking, which is nice when you are checking out a downtown spot. The coffee shop has alot of seating & tables to work study/work but also has such a fun vibe if you are looking for a place to catch up with a friend.

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!

We had such a great experience at Phin Coffee! I ordered the Salted Coffee and my hubby got the…read moreCoconut Iced Coffee both at 50% sweet, and both were absolutely delicious. The flavors were rich and smooth, and the sweetness level was perfect and not overpowering, just really balanced. The salted coffee had this amazing creamy, slightly salty foam that made every sip so good. We also tried the breakfast PÂTÉ CHAUD--both the pork and the spinach--and wow... they were soooo good. The pastry was perfectly flaky and warm, and the fillings were super flavorful. It was the perfect pairing with the coffee. The whole experience was great--great drinks, great food, and a spot we'll definitely be coming back to. Highly recommend if you're looking for amazing Vietnamese coffee and a delicious breakfast bite!

Though located in a small plaza with more than enough parking for its smattering of businesses,…read morePhin Cafe seems to be a decently popular spot that specializes in Vietnamese coffees, matchas, and small plate foods (bahn mi, pâté chaud, and musubis). Their coffee is really good; I particularly like their dine-in-only Phin drip cream-top coffee. Though it is a little pricy, it comes with its own little drip setup, your choice of type of cream, and a little pastry snack. I also like their refreshers, though I would recommend the lower sweetness option, but I wouldn't recommend their matcha. Their food options are also appealing--their báhn mìs are quite good, but their pâté chauds were already sold out at ~12:30 PM, which was a little disappointing. I hope to try more of their food and snack options in the future. I would say that their prices range from being relatively reasonable (particularly for the food) to a little pricy (for some of the drinks). The quality varies, but is overall pretty good. It's also a good spot to study or work, as it has free Wifi and a number of electrical outlets, but it isn't open particularly late. Overall, I would definitely recommend you give this spot a try, particularly if you like good, strong coffee with a snack. The service is friendly and fast, the interior is clean and aesthetically pleasing, and the bathroom is clean (though the paper towel dispenser was empty or broken today).