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    4.0 (198 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Good for working
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Sydney A.

    Officially starting my "anywhere-but-Starbucks" coffee journey. Coffee here is tasty and smooth Very clean and bright If you're looking for a good place to work Customer service was excellent(: people seem happy to work here

    Raspberry iced matcha and ube latte
    Cody T.

    Quick stop for a coffee fix while we were apartment viewing and saw this was the closest spot to us. Parking is readily available on the street and close the Franklin square. Upon entry, everything was super clean! It wasn't busy and most patrons were quietly studying or working on the side like any casual coffee spot here in the Bay Area. We ordered a raspberry matcha and their ube latte. The matcha didn't really have a raspberry taste and tasted bitter from the matcha. The ube latte was a lot more tasty with a slight ube taste. Overall, a really great spot to grab some coffee and study or work in the back.

    Kate A.

    I loved this cozy coffee spot on the corner of a neighbouring district! There are many small cute details like nice fresh flowers or non-plastic cutlery. I tried latter and tiramisu. Desserts are on a higher than average price range, but really good. Service is friendly and fast! There are 2 restrooms available, lots of street parking nearby, outdoor tables, plenty of space, free wi-fi and delicious desserts!

    Matcha Moose Cake
    Vernon Van R.

    We first discovered What Coffee at a Lunar New Year event and were impressed enough to visit the café before heading back to LA. We're so glad we did. Parking can be a bit tough since it's mostly street parking, but if you're lucky, you might find a spot right by the café. It's worth the small hassle. The atmosphere is great. It's the kind of place where you can comfortably hang out, study, catch up with friends, or just stop in for a quick bite and coffee. The space feels welcoming and relaxed without being too loud. We ordered a hot matcha latte and the matcha mousse cake. The cake was light and not too sweet, which we really appreciated. It had a smooth texture and paired perfectly with the drink. As for the matcha latte, you can definitely taste the matcha, which I love. It wasn't overly milky or watered down. It had that rich, earthy flavor that true matcha fans look for. Overall, a cozy spot with quality drinks and desserts. We would definitely come back again if in the area.

    Pistachio Croissant
    Kyle S.

    Headed over to WhatCoffee based on the yelp reviews and I'm very happy I did! Jawn helped me at the register. Soft spoken and knowledgeable. They were slow at the moment and he took time to tell me about the pastries and the pistachio croissant (which is what they're most know for). He also explained a new drink they just started offering which is a vanilla, honey, cinnamon latte. I of course tried it! Very balanced and not too sweet, definitely recommend. He also mentioned they do everything in house and roast their own beans. Ambiance was quiet for a coffee shop with one other guest working on his laptop. Everything was very clean. In my opinion, this is a gem in the local community and definitely worth a stop!

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    Kathleen B.

    What a cute little coffee shop! They have a really awesome mural on the back wall I wanted to take a pic of but there was always someone sitting in front of it and I didn't want to bother anyone. There is only street parking, but I was able to find a spot at the end of the street, or there's a parking lot across the street where the other shops are. The ube lattes only come as iced. It was really good, but the ube flavor is very light. Barely noticed it. Coffee flavor was good though. The pistachio pastry was perfectly crumbly and flavorful. They have 2 restrooms. One has an employee only sign that I didn't notice when I used it. Ooops. Both restrooms are nice and clean. Staff was friendly. I loved seeing a decent flow of customers, some to hang out with friends, some just sitting to read or do work. Overall, it has a nice chill vibe. When I'm in the area, I'd go back.

    Wide open space, clean and bright display case with goodies. Lots of available seating.
    Jennifer D.

    Fantastic little coffee shop with a selection of pastries and breakfast menu. I had a latte and the pulled pork sandwich. I really enjoyed the presentation (2 thin slices of oranges and a salad with blackberries in addition to the sandwich). The overall vibe was really chill and quiet. Other than the quiet chatter of people talking and the occasional hello from the person welcoming people in it was a balm to the soul. I dont want this place to get too popular because I dont think there are enough staff but as is this is an absolute gem of a coffee shop with smooth coffee (,no burned beans ) and delightful food.

    Eva C.

    Apparently this coffee shop has been here for a year, but I only recently found out because I was looking to get coffee in the area. I don't think they have their own private parking but there were some street parking available. The inside was pretty nice and seemed like a good place to get work done. I wanted to try the grape shaken cold brew but they ran out, so I got a tiramisu latte instead and a pistachio croissant. The service for the coffee was a bit slower than I thought it would be. When I got my coffee, the worker realized she forgot to put espresso in my drink and quickly fixed it for me. The pistachio croissant was buttery and flaky and had a rich pistachio flavor that I really enjoyed!

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    Annabelle R.

    Discovered this coffee shop and bakery at a recent event I attended (Hayward Night Market) where I tried a yummy savory treat from their food stand. This past Sunday, just a week later, I visited the Santa Clara cafe and had a positive experience once again. Loved the bright and modern space with unique light fixtures hanging from the ceiling and a variety of comfy seating options for guests (both indoor and outdoor tables available). Service at the front counter was friendly and efficient. There were no labels in the display case so I had to ask about some of the items, and the employee was patient and professional in answering my questions. I ended up ordering an iced mocha, ham and cheese croissant, and banana walnut muffin. The iced mocha was sweet and smooth, the croissant was flaky and served at room temp directly from the display case, and the banana nut muffin was moist and full of flavor. What's more, I appreciated the free wifi and easy parking right outside the entrance, adding to the convenience of paying a visit.

    Marilet H.

    I wasn't planning on coming here but what a pleasant surprise it was! I came in and the barista was kind and has very welcoming energy. I ordered a pistachio and white chocolate matcha cookie, it was so fire. They warmed it up and it wasn't too sweet so it was just what I was looking for. It's pretty busy for a Friday when I visited, I plan to come back here to study and do work!

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    Haley T.

    Nice, cute coffee shop in Downtown San Jose. Stopped by before work and couldn't tell if they were open around 7am-- didn't see anyone inside and all the lights were off. One of the regulars encouraging me to just walk in. Ordered a flat white. Good quality espresso served in a fun ceramic cup. Ambiance is conducive to read, study or come by with a friend. The pastries were added to the display case a bit after opening.

    Ube latte
    Vicky L.

    Came to get some work done and vibes are pretty cute, very bright and nice lighting. No outlets though. Which I don't really expect all coffee shops to. The coffee was pretty good! It was a bit more milky than I prefer but loved the ube foam on top VERY ubey. Hoping I get to try the pastries next time!

    Tiramisu Latte and Lavender Latte
    Marilyn P.

    I came here to do some light studying, and I loved it! It was spacious with great natural lighting, and it usually doesn't get too crowded in the mornings. The coffee was a solid 3/5! The Tiramisu latte was sweet, and the lavender latte was yummy, nothing crazy but definitely something I would order again. I also love their pastries especially the Almond croissant!

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