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    Voltaire Coffee Roasters

    4.3 (615 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working
    Good for kids

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    Chris F.

    Cool little coffee shop. I stopped by and got one of their specialty matcha drinks. The drink was pretty good but I dont know if it was worth the price. If I am in the area I'd probably swing by and try one of their coffee options.

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    Jerica H.

    If a Spanish latte is on the menu, I'm ordering! Voltaire's is great and very well balanced. We also ordered a Nutella latte, while I'm not super crazy about Nutella, this drink was very well done. Such perfect balance of sweetness in the latte. Friendly staff, welcomed us in and our order was delivered quickly. I love the decor, seeing the roasting equipment

    Courtney O.

    This is an excellent coffee shop that's getting everything right! The small cafe is located in Downtown San Jose. When we walked in, we were immediately given a warm greeting. They had a beautiful display case of baked treats and we ordered the ham and cheese croissants. They have a small toaster oven and are able to warm them up. The croissant was really good! So buttery with a nice gritty mustard inside. For a drink, I ordered my usual matcha and was pleased to see them using a chasen to prepare the powder. It was very well made! Only adding sweetener if you'd like. The matcha powder shines. They had some seating available so it was easy to enjoy before jumping on the road. Of all the coffee shops in the area, this place felt like the one that was making craft coffee and drinks. You know how coffee shops seem to either be focused on the sugary drinks and aesthetic or they're purists focused on drinks without the extra stuff. This is the later.

    Christina T.

    Le cafe est tres beau. Matcha est correct mais tres mignon pour presentation. Le Meadow coutait $10 et le sandwich Caprese $12. Le cafe est propre.

    Current menu 10/27/25
    William O.

    While on a visit to downtown San Jose I always like to come to this spot. It's old fashioned, classy feel is a place I like to sip my coffee. They play slow, smooth jazz music in the background that helps me reset from the busy atmosphere outside. I come here mainly for the pour over coffee. Not a lot of places do a pour over, so this place is special to me. This morning I felt like I needed a nice, toasty medium roast to wake me up. I ordered their Brazil, which has a nice nutty taste. The service here is always friendly and helpful. I'm not in San Jose that often, but I really like to come here when I am.

    Quiche Lorraine
    James S.

    Good fresh coffee, cozy tables to rest or work at, and a curated collection of pastries and breakfast fare. I love this part of town as there are some great places to stop in for coffee, etc. The baristas are cordial and busy. Voltaire Coffee Roasters is great. Though the croissants and other sweets looked fantastic, I needed something with a bit more heft. And, while they have good options such as bagels, and avocado toast, I was drawn to a slice of Quiche Lorraine. Though I am far from a quiche expert, I was very happy with the one I had here. The crust was flakey, buttery, and had its crunch intact (even warmed up). The insides filled the bill, too. Got my eggs, bacon etc delivered in a very tasty way. It's an independent shop, so don't be surprised when you ask for a refill for that pour-offer, and discover that what you're buying is in fact a second cup. All good. Glad to make it here.

    Pecan latte
    Malinda D.

    I love you can taste the effort in every cup! I can always count on my coffee to be delicious! There may have been one time I was given hot when ordered ice but they always make it right! I like it's never too busy and they are fast when making online orders. They have healthy breakfast options and pastries to choose from. I love it's on my way to work! Always in and out with delicious coffee

    Flat white and guava and cream cheese danish.

    Been coming here almost every time I attend Fanime as it's right next to the convention center. Nice little place with a good selection of coffee and fresh pastries. I recommend their Spanish latte.

    Strawberry sparkler and Spanish Latte
    Maggie W.

    Came here on a lunch break on a weekday! I ordered the iced Spanish latte with cinnamon, which was a latte sweetened with condensed milk. Cinnamon is optional upon order and part of the original recipe! I wanted to try something more authentic and true to form. My friend is lactose intolerant, so he opted to purchase the strawberry sparkler made with in-house puree. I really enjoyed the Spanish latte. It's sweet and not commonly offered, at least at the cafes I frequent! This is definitely a hit and is relatively easy to make. This was the perfect boost of mid-day caffeine I needed to be productive. The strawberry sparkler was also really yummy, I enjoyed the tartness and carbonation. They got the sugar level right on this one, we were a bit nervous since we didn't ask if it was customizable at this location. Overall recommend and would come back here again!

    Heather R.

    Voltaire is a cute and trendy little coffee shop! There is some seating too, which is nice. I ordered a vanilla latte which wasn't too sweet, and I also tried both the blueberry and carrot muffins. The blueberry one was by far my favorite, and probably one of the better muffins I've had from a coffee shop. My drink also came out fairly quick despite there being a line.

    Life is brew-tiful..
    Phillip R.

    Voltaire Coffee is definitely worth the stop, even though parking can be a bit of a headache. Finding a spot takes some effort and patience, but once you're inside, it all makes sense. The coffee is consistently great, the quality stands out, and the atmosphere makes it a place I'm willing to go out of my way for. Parking may not be easy, but the coffee is good enough to make the effort every time.

    Iced Spanish latte
    Ale

    I got the iced Spanish latte and it was so good. I also got the yogurt parfait and it was also so yummy

    Chia Pudding Cup Yogurt Parfait Cup

    Tried the dubai chewy cookie and it was delicious. The marshmallow-to-filling ratio felt well balanced, giving it a chewy exterior and a crunchy, flavorful center. It wasn't overly sweet, which made it easy to enjoy. Would definitely recommend you grab one while it's available! Also, got my chia pudding and yogurt parfait cups that are always a convenient grab and go especially for the work day!

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    No decaf beans to buy :( coffee is alright (I get cappuccinos) but I needed decaf today- limited selection of beans

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    Ask the Community - Voltaire Coffee Roasters

    Do they have restrooms there?

    Yes

    Do you guys allow dine-in?

    Yes

    Do they still have the strawberry latte?

    Yes we do!! :)

    Are dogs allowed inside?

    Yes

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