Food is delicious! At times, it can be a bit windy out there and sitting outside is often the only…read moreoption. But the people are great and the food is wonderful.

The black coffee, as a pour over/drip or Americano etc., is top 2 in my list; maybe even #1…read more I don't know if it's the beans they use or the way they brew it, but the coffee is not too acidic nor bitter/burnt tasting. The water taste and smell is "clean" - it doesn't have like unclean machine taste/smell. I wonder if they use a high quality water filter- ‍- who cares, as long as they keep it like that. The butterscotch latte is consistently good. The location is cute and peaceful. parking can be a bit of a pain. 5/5 stars from me for that black coffee.

Day Visited: Usually weekends around 8 AM Price Range: $$…read moreParking: Free Parking Lot, but fills up quickly especially during peak hour! Ordered: Hojicha Einspanner (go to), Espresso Tonic (go to), Seasonal Drinks, Pour Over Covour is one of our favorite coffee shops and we always come during the weekends! Highly recommend going early because the parking fills up fast, therefore, the seating in the coffee shop fills up fast as well. Our go-tos are usually an Iced Hojicha Einspanner and a pour over, Iced Americano, or an Espresso Tonic. We've tried their matcha as well, which is also solid! Every single time we have gone (which is usually when they open), there is already a line forming outside the door. Depending on how busy it is, we have waited between 12-18 minutes for our drinks (on the high end), but the drinks are always so yummy! They also have an amazing selection of pastries including an everything croissant, cookies, mochi, pistachio raspberry croissant, spinach and feta croissant, and a mushroom croissant to name a few! Their Hojicha Einspanner is sooo good. The Einspanner is so creamy and their Hojicha is the perfect, balanced amount of nutty flavors. Whenever I have ordered this drink, people are always eyeing to see what it is because the presentation is also that good! The Espresso Tonic is also a perfect summer drink and the shot was pulled perfectly. If you want to get some work done here, I'd highly recommend coming early so you can grab a table and to also bring your headphones because it does get busy and loud. They also have WiFi and one single bathroom. Thanks Covour Coffee!

They make great coffee and their pastries are really good. However every time I come I see flies…read morebuzzing around inside the display case for the pastries landing on the food. It's quite disgusting and turned me off to having their pastries, which sucks because they are tasty. The last few days in a row I've come and seen this issue. I brought it up to the employee at the register and he just looked at me and completely ignored what I said and shrugged. It seems like they don't care to follow health regulations. I hope this issue gets nipped in the bud and they install some plastic/vinyl curtains on the display case or figure out a way to fix their fly problem so that I can enjoy the pastries again. I'll update the review when I see that it's been fixed.

I am so happy Matcha has become such a huge trend. This spot is located in downtown Palo Alto…read more This place was PACKED on a Saturday afternoon but we were able to squeeze into a corner. There is a good amount of seating but again, all the seats were taken and the line was super long. The matcha soft serve ($6.50) was intensely matcha-y and a tad bitter. SO good and creamy though. The portions are also huge so definitely split!

I've heard many great things about this place, and wanted to try it ever since. We came around…read more10:30am on the weekend and it wasn't too packed when we entered, but the line grew quickly and was quite long by the time we left. I got a classic matcha latte with soy milk. The drink itself is quite large and a good amount for the price. Upon first sip you can definitely taste the quality of the matcha, and I appreciate how it isn't too sweet. While it was good, it wasn't anything that mind blowing.

(my review is based on their food participation at the PA Art Festival - I haven't been able to get…read moreto the cafe itself but hear it's wonderful) A special cafe with tons of heart and love behind it. Yes, a festival may have a different atmosphere however I've received food at others that is just, well, delivered. Ada's serves with their special touches - lovely fresh pastries, delicious vegetable bowls and bbq chicken salads, and wow empanadas! My faves were the vegetable bowls - 3 types of cauliflower, grilled mushrooms, quinoa, greens and much more, and the mushroom cheese empanada. Great coffee, big smiles and check ins, the owners and family are truly lovely. A place to check out and support when I'm in the area.

This is a cute little cafe adjacent to the library…read more I had the cacio e pepe breakfast croissant and the ham and cheese biscuit. Both were ultra rich and tasty. The staff are sweet, and there's is plentiful outdoor seating.

Verve Coffee Roasters is a solid spot for coffee in downtown Palo Alto. There was a long line when…read moreI 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.

Wow. Great location, beautiful shop with plenty of outdoor seating. These guys make a nice…read morecappuccino, 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.

Menu: - Matcha Soft Serve: love how it's actually filled up,…read morematcha is creamy and sweet - Strawberry Matcha Latte: love the strawberry, can definitely taste the matcha. Got it at 50% sweet but I would recommend getting 100% sweet if you want it stronger Spacious interior and it feels very open from the big windows. Menu can be found on the window by the door and you order at the front. Service was good and they have chill vibes.

Zero stars if I could!!!…read more The most watery tasting matcha i've ever had in my life. It was like drinking green colored water, with no strawberry taste at all. It was so bad that I had to dump it out. After I dumped it out, i saw all the matcha that wasn't whisked properly!

I came here on a Saturday around noon and saw a long line so I was worried that it would a while to…read moreget seated but the line moved quickly and I was able to order in about 30 mins. You have to place your order before they give you a table to sit at, which I found be more efficient than waiting for a table. I ordered the burrata toast and had the option to switch out my salad with potatoes for $3 more. I opted to try the potatoes since my friend mentioned that they were super flavorful. My friend and I sat down close the the entrance and only waited about 10 mins for our food to come out. The pesto spread on the toast worked well with the burrata and tomato and the potatoes were in fact, super flavorful!! I will definitely come back if I'm in the area!

The food is great , fresh and diverse with great many choices…read more the downside is outside dinning in a hot and humid weather days with no vents. air condition or some cooling device.

The almond chocolate croissant and flan were really good! :-)…read more Wasn't too into their seasonal strawberry matcha, however they had milk substitutes which is a plus. Lots of seating and it was a cute atmosphere.

Service is totally fine and staff are friendly and helpful and it is near the office…read more Unfortunately, this cafe just doesn't have affordable options. Everything is significantly overpriced. A good croissant in most other places is $6. Not here! I got a simple grab and go turkey sandwich today and it was $17. The flavors were not great and the amount of meat was literally a single slice of turkey. The focaccia was wildly oily too. Stick with their coffee and pastries when you have extra $$ to spend. I don't think I'll be returning.

Delicious, fresh pastries! Will definitely come back to try all the variety they have. This is a…read moreclose walk from my work and it'll be such a yummy treat for the mornings. // Potato and onion turnover Delicious savory pastry! It was served slightly warm and smelled like a rich, comforting chowder. The filling was on the lighter side with more pastry than potato/onion. Still a good savory flavor. // Pineapple and coconut danish So yummy! I stole a bite of my friend's and immediately wished I had ordered my own. The danish pastry is softer than the turnover- super fluffy and tender. The pineapple and coconut were so fragrant and flavorful without being overly sweet too. Definitely interested in coming back to try more of their breads and pastries!

I drove by earlier on the way to the shop and noticed this bakery in the corner. I dumped the van…read moreoff and walked over to check it out. The selection was great! They had a display of baked items at the window and a Chalkboard sign. I saw a ham and cheese croissant and was immediately sold. The young man worked at the window was polite and welcoming. I had time to kill but wasn't too hungry so naturally I ate something ‍ BEST HAM AND CHEESE CROISSANT I HAVE HAD IN SOMETIME! No, really. It's simple but easily messed up by most places that have them. Flaky, ham was thin and broke apart easily, the cheese and inner soft portion mixed together was superb. I sat quietly and munched! I overheard regulars saying it was unusually quiet and not the norm? Regardless it was peaceful! Shades triangles above the picnic table, the side under the tree was occupied but I was happy where I was. I'm going to have to return with my wife at some point and even when I'm in the area I'll make it a point to stop over.

This is the best coffee I've ever tasted in all my years THANK YOU to Asya who made my drink - you…read moreseriously made my day and deserve a FAT raise because this was so scrumptious I think I'll be back every day

First time visiting this location. I had lunch around this area and decided to grab coffee…read moreafterward. This location is spacious with lots of seats inside. I always order Mint Mojito. I should try Salted Butterscotch or Honey Haze next time. I've visited a few locations and I don't think the flavor is consistent, depends on the barista.