Verve Coffee Roasters is a solid spot for coffee in downtown Palo Alto. There was a long line when I visited, but it moved pretty quickly, so the wait wasn't bad. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and the café has a lively, bustling atmosphere. It can get pretty crowded, so I'd say it's better for catching up with friends than trying to get work done. The coffee is consistently high quality, which is why I keep coming back. If you're looking for a reliable coffee shop with great drinks and a vibrant atmosphere, Verve is definitely worth checking out. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Iced latte with oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Wow. Great location, beautiful shop with plenty of outdoor seating. These guys make a nice cappuccino, which is my usual measuring stick for a good cup of coffee. Nice beans. Good artistry pulling it all together. Today though, I strayed from the usual cappu and tried their mocha. Damn. May possibly be a top 3 mocha in my life. As you'd expect, the base espresso, milk, process, they all matter here; but the key decision here is which chocolate to integrate in. And Verve's chocolate is quite amazing. I hear they make their own chocolate, so to imitate this at home would mean figuring out their in-house recipe. But damn...in the meantime, I'll be back for that mocha. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Verve is one those safe coffee spots where you will never be disappointed. There is always something on the menu for everyone. I love their oat milk latte with seasonal flavors. I also love that they are very friendly about customizing anything from the menu.. like swapping a syrup on a signature drink etc. but ofcourse will offer friendly advice if it does not pair well together. The ambiance is amazing. They have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. It's always buzzing with people on weekdays or weekends - busy and crowded but you manage to find a table for sure. Their baked goods are from Manresa. Amazing selection of pastries, cookies and croissants. Definitely recommend this place to anyone who visit university Avenue. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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Good coffee and service, but gets very busy on weekends very quickly!! Come early if you want to get a spot, especially as it is right by brunch spot. Overall enjoyed though, and very easy to get to from Caltrain! read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Ordered to go. Garage parking next door. Espresso with a splash of dairy; wonderful coffee taste :) yum! They ran out of monkey bread, apologized, and offered me a croissant and cookie which I happily accepted and ate with my espresso. Great customer care today, and helped made the rainy day felt sunnier :D thanks! read more

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Verve is a great coffee spot to have when you're in downtown Palo Alto that isn't Starbucks (which is literally across the stress from them.) Always support smaller chains! I had their matcha with oat milk hot that I went back in line to order a second one. It was delicious to have especially after a hike. I can't wait to check out their other drinks next time I have a chance to visit. read more

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A spacious cafe with indoor and outdoor seating! I was surprised by the amount of outdoor seats there were, perfect for a catch up with a friend or to do work. Lots of street parking in the area, I came on a Monday at 9am and got a spot right in front. Parking is a 2 hour limit, and there's no meter to pay. Iced Matcha Latte with Soy Milk: Solid matcha with ceremonial tea and quick service! read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Iced matcha latte with soy milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

This is still the best spot in the area for well executed third wave espresso and an excellent space to work, especially from their courtyard on a nice day. In this update, I want to shout out their new Turkish eggs dish - an explosion of flavor that's simultaneously filling and light as a breakfast or lunch. 10/10 recommend! read more

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I got an iced white chocolate cardamom latte and specifically asked twice for it to be in a cup for here because I am trying to reduce my use of single-use plastics. The cashier assured me it would be in a glass cup, but when I went to pick up my drink, it was in a plastic cup. I had a feeling this would be the case because he was a bit surly and did not go to ask anyone to put it in a glass cup. I was really disappointed by this and told the barista who made the drink, so she poured it into a glass cup, but that defeats my purpose of trying to reduce plastic waste. The drink itself was pretty good and had a strong flavor of cardamom. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Iced white chocolate cardamom latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

I was hoping that I would enjoy their whiskey latte, but I did not. It was a watered down hint of a latte. I really wanted to give their lattes a chance since people recommend them. Unfortunately it's a miss for me. The service was pleasant. The vibes of the place were decent. On to my next coffee spot. read more

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Verve coffee is a very busy coffee shop. Everyone wants to be here getting delicious coffee and pastries. It's very busy and the seats inside were full and the outside was mostly full but we found a table as soon as someone finished. The inside is a little unorganized where it's so busy and you don't know where to stand to wait for your order if you're not a regular. My pastries were delicious again and I would absolutely recommend them to anyone! My latte was delicious too, but it was only warm and not hot, and sitting outside in the chilly morning with a warm drink wasn't my favorite thing so that's why they got 4 stars. I will definitely be back when I'm in town again. It's worth the wait! read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Almond croissant and gluten free corn cake with berries - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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TLDR: A great place to sit down and savor a nice cup of coffee and some quality pastries while enjoying the afternoon or getting a little bit of work done in a casual outdoorsy venue. To place your order, enter from the little doorway facing University Avenue. Inside you'll find two cashier stations bisected by a pastry display piled high with croissants, Kouign Amanns, Monkey Bread, Chocolate Chip Cookies and a Ham and Cheese Croissant. The pastries are supplied by Manresa Bread - the bakery arm of the 3-starred Michelin rated restaurant of the same name. Lots of seating inside and out. I love the outdoor seating under the trees outside on the patio. There's comfy seating inside and tables too. Lots of people here with their laptops flipped open to read email and whatever else.. Nice vibe. I just ordered a simple "Quick Cup" coffee and a few pastries. PRO TIP: Despite the menu that states two different sizes of "Quick Cup" coffees, there's just ONE size - the large 12 oz size.. which is really more of a medium size to me! Chocolate Chip Cookie (with Walnuts): Firm yet chewy. This thick cookie straddles the fine line between mildly crunchy at the outermost crust but with a tender doughy insides with milk chocolate in pasty layers and walnuts distributed evenly within. While I thought I was going to save half of this for later, it was gone in 10 minutes with my coffee! LOL.. so much for that idea! (4.5/5) Kouign Amann: Flaky, mildly sweet and oh the crunch and textures within! (4.9/5) "Quick Cup" Coffee - Holiday Blend: This coffee is what you wish out of every airline flight - "smooth and uneventful". That said, my Quick Cup seemed a tad watery though. I wish it were a bit stronger. (3.8/5) Getting here: Verve is located at the heart of Downtown Palo Alto - right at the busy corner of University Avenue & High Street, just a short 1.1-block stroll from the Palo Alto Caltrain Station. By car, you'll find lots of little parking lots all around on each block with some street parking if you are lucky to score one. Verdict: Lots of coffee places here in PA on University Ave, Coffee is good but I like Verve for the vibe and especially for its standout great pastries from Manresa! I look forward to coming back here again anytime. read more

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Really excellent coffee. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Great service. Highly recommended.

** This review is primarily based on the espresso service as part of my ongoing search to find the best espresso in Silicon Valley. Ambiance: 5 This place is almost always packed. Several seating choices indoors, although limited, and lots of outdoor patio seating (beware, no heaters). On this day, I walked through Hanahous on my way here and noted that every other coffee spot seemed dead in comparison to Verve, which had a line of 5+ people deep the whole time I was there. The interior is crisp and clean, very modern and minimalist. Service: 3 The person at the counter seemed to be after minimal interaction.... No greeting, very little demeanor or even interest when the person with me asked about the pour over coffees. They told him to look at the menu on display "it's on the bottom left". He shared that he didn't see it and they repeated the same thing. I spun the menu around as what was facing us was the holiday specials. The person at the counter was pretty blah throughout. Espresso: 3 The espresso was decent, not very hot and there wasn't much of a crema, the aroma was slight, and there was little bitterness. Not to mention, they don't serve it with sparkling, an immediate downgrade in my book. Solid spot to grab a coffee (not an espresso) and catch up with folx as long as you aren't looking for great service. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Great coffee spot with a really nice atmosphere. The drinks were well-made and you can tell they care about quality. I especially liked how smooth and balanced the coffee tasted. It's a perfect place to hang out, work, or just enjoy a good cup. The space is clean, modern, and has a relaxed vibe. Definitely one of my go-to coffee spots! read more

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I am so snobby when it comes to my coffee given I was a barista for 7 years. Verve always seems to deliver quality coffee with exceptional baristas and good service. Lots of outdoor seating, but inside can get packed depending on when you go. Good selection of pastries. My only gripe is the lack of parking but guess that's to be expected when you're in downtown. Clean chic ambiance. Definitely try it out! read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Seasonal white chocolate cardamom mocha and a regular mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Been here a few times. Nice but crowded coffee shop in Palo Alto. I liked their mocha and espresso varieties. They also customize with milk choices based on your dietary needs. It's close to the Caltrain station. Parking is not easy to find, but there is plenty of nearby roadside parking and Palo Alto lots available. Will definitely return when in the area read more

white chocolate cardamom decaf latte 4.5/5 Great place for a quick coffee! plenty of seating to study or chat with friends and greenery for a nice, calming ambience. Came here as a quick pit stop from a road trip on the PCH and was pleasantly surprised they had decaf lattes. Loved the combo of the cardamom and white chocolate. I got mine with oat milk and a friend got theirs with pistachio milk. Honestly couldn't really tell a huge difference in the taste as the white chocolate was on the sweeter side. Service was quick and polite answering questions and taking my drink order. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - white chocolate cardamom decaf latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Came across this coffee shop while looking for a nice place to study and I'm glad I was able to stop by! The inside was a bit small with very little seating so we opted to sit outside where there was hella seats and wifi. It was a super hot day, but luckily the outside seating had a lot of shade. We opted to order the Matcha Latte with Blueberry Cold Foam since it was a limited time offer. Although they were super busy, the service of taking our order to getting our drinks was pretty fast! Our drinks came out aesthetic looking and was as delicious as it looked! Their matcha had very earthy tones and was smooth. As for the blueberry cold foam, it was the definitely the star of the show! It's probably one of the best fruity cold foams I've tasted because it wasn't too thick, so it mixed very smoothly with the matcha. The blueberry flavor in it was also super strong but not too sweet! I'm excited to try whatever's next on Verve's menu, but I do hope that they bring the blueberry cold foam back! read more

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Great coffee shop in downtown Palo Alto! I love the variety of drinks they offer. I am all things pumpkin spice for fall and I like their pumpkin pie latte (though it's expensive!!!); and they get their baked goods from Manresa breads (which is a gem in Palo Alto for those who haven't tried it yet). I have tried their regular latte as well, and my husband loves their whiskey latte, which is a fall speciality. Highly recommend it. Overall a decent coffee spot, with great service! Ps. I have tried their matcha drinks and they were okay; and their customer service is good too, nothing to complain about read more

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I want to preface that as a former barista, my expectations for coffee are high but Verve is easily in my top 3 favorite coffee shops in the Bay Area their quality of coffee is top notch and every single time I've visited, the coffee has been consistently good -- I highly recommend their house blend latte or their iced mocha the only downside is, the lack of outlets makes it difficult to study or do work here. parking in the area can also be a bit difficult. but I crave their coffee often and it's always worth the drive from San Jose read more

One of my favorite coffee spots in downtown Palo Alto. Great location too, especially before or after brunch nearby. Plenty of outdoor seating but indoor seating is limited and popular. Free open wifi! They always have seasonal drinks which are fun to try, but my favorite will already be their Nitro Flash Brew. A little pricy but it's DTPA! read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Orange Creamsicle Iced Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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Stopped by this vibrant, cute & cozy coffee place in Palo Alto. They also do have a variety of coffee beans for purchase & some pastries. Pastries looked good to the eye even though I didn't give a try. Ordered a latte (with a pistachio milk) since they don't have a pistachio latte flavor. It was good. Service was good and the cafe was clean with a lot of natural light coming in. read more

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This is in downtown Palo Alto, so nice area. They have inside and outside seating. I ordered a matcha with oat milk and added vanilla. Matcha was ok, not the best, but my friends got coffee and they both enjoyed it. Service is quick as well. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

This chai latte was refreshing while sitting outside. The outdoor and indoor seating is pleasant. Note there's not really any outlets for doing work inside the cafe. Therefore this place is good for catching up but not for remote work. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

This is a cute coffee shop in downtown Palo Alto with amazing coffee and matcha lattes! Everything I've tried here has been amazing quality and I love their almond croissants. The ambiance is great- natural light, indoor and outdoor seating, although it can get very busy in here. This spot is perfect for a special treat or coffee date. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Verve always hits the spot with quality coffee, service, and atmosphere. Ordered a couple drinks and sat outside. They actually were giving out their leftover chia bowls instead of throwing it in the trash so I appreciated that about them. Would return read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Great ambiance in this Verve, with clean tables and bright lights. Lots of people doing work (it's University Ave after all) but it can be really hard to find a seat especially on the weekend it gets supet packed. I got a matcha here an hour or so before closing while I was in the area, and it was solid though took a while since so many folks were waiting. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

The chicken ciabatta sandwich was SO good. Ugh it the spot, and I look forward coming back here to get it again!! The monkey bread was good too, not very sweet which is good. Only wish it was warmed up but it's so crowded and loud inside that it didn't feel inviting to ask the cashier to warm it up, but not a big deal! Plenty of outdoor seating that it shares with Sweet Maple. Free WiFi too. My only feedback was the iced chai latte. It wasn't good at all. I ended up throwing it away unfortunately. It just tasted like black pepper, not chai spice. Overall I would come back here and get a different drink but the same sandwich and pastry! read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Chicken ciabatta sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

ordered the latte with pistachio milk. the drink came out super fast! order up front and then pick up your drink. clean and nice space. lots of windows and open air. right next to the brunch spot. i liked the coffee and it tasted good. the milk surprising didn't overpower the espresso. was $9 though. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

I'm a big fan of Verve Coffee! I've been coming to Verve for years and their drinks are consistently good. I usually get their lattes or pourover. Recently they revamped their matcha menu and it was amazing - highly recommend the strawberry cold foam matcha! Normally, strawberry matcha drinks from other places adds a strawberry purée into the matcha drink and I don't particularly like the chunks from the strawberry. The strawberry cold foam matcha is perfect because I get to enjoy the matcha with a hint of strawberry from the foam, and the strawberry dust on top gives tiny specs of berry tartness. Perfectly balanced and I'm obsessed! I brought my own glassware to be environmentally friendly and for the aesthetics hehe (also a small discount if you BYOC). My dad also loves verve beans. The Wilder is one of my favorites. Very fragrant and floral. The new packaging is cute even though I'll miss the old designs. This location is very accessible by Caltrain (like 3 minutes walk from station). Parking is a bit limited but doable (2-3 hour parking near by in Palo Alto downtown). Friendly staff, space limited but not impossible, no outlet fyi read more

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I've never been here before, and I guess that it is some sort of small chain of places ... and I was very pleased with the coffee. I had a macchiato and I could taste the coffee and it was not burnt tasting at all. I also had a croissant which was a fairly good average croissant. I liked it a lot. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Croissant and macchiato. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Came here on a Wednesday early afternoon with a friend after hearing great things about this place! Being our first time, we asked the barista for their recommendation and they suggested their seasonal cold brew, which we ended up ordering one each. Unfortunately, we both didn't enjoy this seasonal cold brew, as it was quite acidic and sour. However, I think this was intended and this drink just wasn't our drink of choice. We wanted to give it another try, so we came back around and ordered a matcha latte and a mocha instead. The staff noticed that we were ordering for the 2nd time and kindly offered the new drinks on the house, which we thought was such a thoughtful gesture. ~The Drinks~ - Seasonal Cold Brew: As mentioned earlier, it was too acidic and sour for our taste, but maybe someone else who enjoys more acidic drinks would enjoy! - Matcha Latte: Not bad! The matcha taste was strong enough and not bitter. - Mocha: Classic drink, not too sweet, not too bitter. I'd say it was a perfect balance between the coffee and chocolate. ~The Vibes~ LOVE their outdoor seating options as they have trees and lots of tables and seats! On a nice day, this is such a cute place to get a nice drink and catch up with friends. Overall, I'd say even though we didn't enjoy the initial cold brews, their staff are so friendly and I love the cozy vibes. Definitely worth a visit! read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Matcha Latte, Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Great Latte and was able to pick up a cool book outside the barista bar www.deenashakir.com ! read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Build a Bear Monkey sporting RL Kurio dat gone bananas! 'Stay in school fool...he be like Mr. T!' - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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Uniqueness: Trendy coffee shop with good vibes and solid espresso Wait Time: **** (Usually quick, but can get busy) Food Quality: N/A (Didn't try the food) Service: **** (Friendly and efficient staff) Setting: **** (Great atmosphere, modern and inviting) Cost: *** (A bit pricey but standard for specialty coffee) Verve Coffee has a great atmosphere--modern, inviting, and perfect for getting some work done or just hanging out. The coffee and espresso are solid, not the absolute best, but definitely above average. The staff is friendly and efficient, and while the prices are on the higher side, that's expected for a specialty coffee shop. If you're looking for a good coffee spot with a chill vibe, Verve is a great option. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Cappuccino & iced Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Verve had been my go-to coffee spot on University Ave ever since it opened a few years ago. I really enjoyed coming here for the quality coffee and overall vibe. However, the woman working the register was totally disengaged more focused on chatting with two of her male coworkers than actually helping customers. It felt like I was interrupting their social hour just by placing an order. I noticed they were offering reusable clay cups for an up charge. I love supporting sustainable efforts, so I ordered my drink in one of those cups and went on my way. While driving home, I noticed something weird. Turns out, there was a piece of cardboard in my drink from the packaging. Clearly, the staff was not paying attention when preparing the drink, whether while pouring or adding ice. I called the store to let them know, and the woman just flatly offered a refund and told me I should have said something if the drink was wrong. How was I supposed to know there was cardboard in my cup before drinking it? read more

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This has got to be one of the larger Verve coffee shops I've been to! They had a line almost to the door, we got a couple coffees, pastries, and sat outside in the wonderful California sunshine. We were lucky enough to be there on a day where they were handing out their leftover parfaits as to not have it go in the trash which I appreciate. The service at Verve is always so wonderful and they're willing to customize drinks anyway possible. read more

I came to verve for their iced pumpkin pie latte which is a 10/10 for me. The pumpkin cold foam is the best! I'm sad it's seasonal but so worth getting. My usual here is an iced mocha with oatmilk. It's a steep price but overall solid coffee choice. Space is large and lots of outdoor seating for those nice sunny days. People here are friendly and helpful! read more

Stopped by Verve and the buzz was real. Their Matcha Latte was perfectly balanced--not sweet and they offer various matcha options. Also tried the seasonal strawberry drink, a unique light cherry foam on top. The place has a trendy, minimal vibe with quick service despite the crowd. Definitely worth a visit, especially for the matcha! I'll be back to explore more drinks. read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Matcha latte with oak milk / seasonal strawberry drink - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

I had a delicious coffee here and the coffees ordered came out pretty fast! The barista was also very nice to remake one of our lattes when he realized that the wrong milk was used. Would love to come back when visiting California! read more

Verve Coffee Roasters - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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