The Orange Tabby is a cozy, low-key spot that does a few things really well. It focuses on…read morehigh-quality matcha, hojicha, and espresso drinks, and that focus shows in every cup. Everything feels intentional. The drinks are smooth, well-balanced, and clearly made with care. Whether you're getting a matcha or an espresso, the quality stands out right away. I also appreciate that they encourage bringing a reusable cup. It fits the whole vibe of the place, thoughtful, minimal, and community-oriented. The space itself is small but super inviting. It's perfect for a quiet coffee run or a relaxed catch-up. No tips expected. They bring you your craft drink. Service +! If you're looking for a full food menu, this isn't that kind of café, but if you want really well-crafted drinks in a cozy setting, this place delivers.

I really wanted to like this place but unfortunately it fell short for me -- the matcha here is…read moreonly served with oat milk, I was told there is no option to get regular milk. I personally do not like oat milk so this factor already prevented me from enjoying my drink I ordered a matcha with cream top and even though they seem to use good quality matcha, the matcha flavor itself wasn't very strong so the drink tasted very watered down I do like the concept of them being more eco-friendly but the hassle of bringing my own cup to avoid the upcharge, in addition to the slow service and oat milk only option is discouraging me from wanting to visit again

Love the store hours! Recommend trying the saffron latte hot or cold. Perfect amount of spice and…read moreis something I can't find elsewhere.

This is my first time here and the deserts and drinks are really good. Their service was really…read moreenjoyable . Sabrine was very sweet and friendly and always had a smile on her face. I'm definitely going to come back with my sister or friends to study with. The place is also really beautiful and clean.

This is a place to try if you have no dietary restrictions. I ordered delivery so I couldn't…read morediscuss an exchange for something I could eat. I asked for no mushrooms in the special instruction section but received a pile of mushrooms. Servings are large, but appropriate given the ingredients aren't filling. Rainbow noodles bowl: Looked/tasted like the fake meat was made of mushrooms. My spouse got three meals out of it and said it was ok. Braised tofu with rice: the braised tofu were fine, but the sauce was a little too oily. Even when I asked for no mushrooms, I was given a ton of mushrooms. The sides consist of a plain piece of unseasoned cooked squash, plain buttered zucchini, and plain unseasoned steamed cabbage, carrots, mushrooms.

surprisingly filled up during a weekday lunch - there's a few tables outside, and plenty booths…read moreinside literally was my first time having fake meat & the waitress explained everything p well lol basically all the "meat" is some sort of tofu also they automatically give hot water which is like the most Asian mom thing ever 3 cup mushroom - 9/10 not bad actually was just mushrooms w 3 cup sauce vegetarian eel - 7/10 tried on the recommendation of a coworker lol was not satisfactory if you expect eel, but honestly it's not too bad for tofu meat - if anything maybe I wish there was more sauce bc the tofu itself felt slightly burnt? I get that they're tryna imitate eel in that regard but I don't think that worked out too well all the food came out piping hot & I def burnt myself finished the majority of my meal and the carnivore stomach didn't feel satisfied lol like it was full volume wise but it felt like nothingness honestly would come again if I went vegetarian but I don't foresee that happening like anytime ever

The food and environment makes you feel like you are in Western Europe. If you want authentic…read moreEuropean cuisine then this is your next favorite coffee cafe and bakery. It's a bit pricey but worth it. You get what you pay for.

I come up to this bakery once a month, and I love the 48 hour preorder option. I highly recommend…read moreit for people who don't want to deal with the line that understandably goes out the door. The food is worth the wait. Don't sleep on the black pepper sausage danish: the croissant dough is crisp and flaky, and doesn't get soggy when baked around the sausage. It's comparable in execution to the Croissant Hot Dog served at Dominique Ansel Las Vegas (in Caesar's Palace), but at a way more accessible price point. Which isn't to say this place is cheap; like many artisanal bakeries in California, it comes with a premium price tag, but at least it's not Dominique Ansel pricy. Croissante's croissant dough baked goods (viennoiserie) is pun-intended "proof" that you get what you pay for. The dining space is limited and lively. Conversing is a little tough, but if you just need a place to sit while eating, it's just right. Extra special shout out this time to Dill who had informed me the fried chicken dishes today would be an hour and a half wait. After deciding there wasn't anything I wanted more than the Fried Chicken and Spiced Croffle (croissant dough baked in a waffle iron) and was happy to wait, they were nice enough to check in with the kitchen and see if it could be made sooner than that. I didn't expect to be accommodated, so I was happy they were able to do that. You get two chicken thighs and croffles per order. It's enough for two light eaters to share.

Recently rebranded as Coffee and Chai, this local cafe is a hidden gem tucked into an apartment…read morecommunity. Although it's in a residential area, there's plenty of street parking available. Coffee and Chai is a great spot for studying as there are lots of tables and it's quiet. Our barista today also turned out to be the owner of the cafe. Such a sweet, accommodating man!! We got a masala chai, a cardamom chai, and a matcha latte- all hot cos it's so chilly in San Jose around this time of year. I preferred the masala chai, but both chai lattes were yummy! Spiced so deliciously and definitely helped warm us up. My grandpa got the matcha and was pleased with the taste as it was unsweetened but not bitter at all. Regardless of whether you need a quick pick-me-up, a local study/work spot, or even someplace to catch up, this lovely cafe should be the next place you try out!

Food: 5/5 Service: 4/5…read more Ambiance: 4/5 People come here for the ice cream, sweets, but girlie comes here for their coffee. Honestly this space is a hole in a wall for their vanilla latte. IT HITS THE SPOT EVERYTIME. I don't know how they make it but it taste soooooo good. Also they sell lafufus here. If you want a lafufu hehe!

Officially starting my "anywhere-but-Starbucks" coffee journey…read more 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

Quick stop for a coffee fix while we were apartment viewing and saw this was the closest spot to…read moreus. 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.

Great drink and pastry selection even if you aren't there for the cats. Both the cafe space and the…read moreinterior space where you see the cats is cozy, and the cats of course were so cute and friendly. The cost of entry to the actual cat cafe includes a drink of your choice, but you don't need to have a time slot to enjoy their menu. They have limited spaces for seeing the cats so finding a time slot can be a bit difficult but I would recommend visiting if you are able to snag a time.

Very cute cat cafe! If you want to come see the cats, you will need to make a reservation but if…read moreyou want to come enjoy their drinks, just stop by We came on a Sunday around 6pm and the service was amazing. There was some issues with our reservation but the lady who helped us was super nice and was able to resolve the issue. The cat lounge pass comes with a complimentary drink! We got checked in and ordered our drinks before heading to the back where the cats were. We were given shoe covers and an overview of what to expect and what to do/don't with the cats. And before we go in, hand sanitize! I love how the group is limited so it isn't too crowded and the cats do not get overwhelmed. You get a good amount of time with all the cats. All the cats were very friendly and super cute! I had a great time! Drinks: - yakgwa einspanner: the korean cookie cream top was not too sweet and perfect combo with the cold brew. It came with a small yakgwa (korean honey cookie and it was yummy) 8/10 - green grape ade: a little sweet for me, tasted a bit artificial but it is as expected from a sparkling grape soda 6/10 Overall, had a great experience! If you love cats and Korean cafe drinks, this is the spot for you! Would definitely come back! Staff were friendly especially the lady who helped us out!

If you're having trouble locating Gateway Cafe: enter the 4 story building. Walk past the lobby and…read moreinto the outdoor courtyard. You should see a cafe by the water fountain. The building is very close to the San Jose airport and the Matrix Casino. Plenty of parking. They post their daily specials on their website every week: https://sanjosegatewaycafe.wixsite.com/gatewaycafe/daily-specials. There are some specials they have every week like sesame chicken katsu on Tuesdays and burgers on Wednesdays. Monday is always pasta. However you can also always order sandwiches off their menu! They also have salads, spring rolls, soft drinks, cookies, and more! My favorite is the veggie sandwich or the sesame chicken which comes with teriyaki sauce and a sesame slaw. Gateway Cafe is a mom and pop shop run by the same couple for the past 20+ years. I highly recommend checking it out if you're in the area and supporting a small business!

Had to check this hidden gem out! I went with my coworker on my lunch break. It's tucked in the…read morecourtyard of a corporate building, but you can easily go through the front lobby to find it. The place is cozy and family owned! I love how they rotate their daily specials. The service was quick and friendly, despite a decent lunch rush. My coworker and I both got the Thai Chicken Wrap. The chicken was crisp and juicy. The sauce was really good and flavorful but I think the wrapping fell apart a little, so the sauce kept dripping out the bottom. But the overall flavor was bomb! I definitely will come back to check out their other offerings.

We were heading to the San Jose airport to catch our flight but we got there a bit early, so we…read morewanted to find a quick spot to grab a breakfast burrito. Little did we know we would stumble upon this gem of a place!! The breakfast burrito we got was large, flavorful, and filling, but the real star of the show was Kenny himself. He talked to each and every person coming in the door and even posts every single person on his Insta!! The walls of this place are literally covered in Kenny's history and memories of past customers, family members, and loved ones. It's rare to come across such a personal establishment like this these days. So happy for Kenny and hope his business keeps on thriving. Will definitely be back when I'm back in town!

Kenny's Cafe is a local staple in San Jose. The breakfast burritos are massive, with grilled with…read moremelted cheese on the outside for that perfect crispy finish. Kenny brings an unmatched energy.. super upbeat, genuinely friendly, and always happy to snap a photo with customers. Great food, even better vibes. Anthonyxibarrax

5/5 for sure. You can order online in advance. Everything I've tried is fresh and very good here…read more Positive daily vibes and comfortable dine-in environment. Love my server who's always attentive. They do get busy when employees are eating here or companies are ordering takeouts on most weekdays. When I walk in after 10:30am, I'm always looking forward to their soups here. Fresh made and kept at good temperature. On a rainy day Monday, I was the only customer inside. I had the hot cup of fresh cabbage beef stew which came with the sourdough breads/so soft and tender. It really melts in my mouth with the hot cup of delicious daily soup. I love it. The croissant was also fresh baked/soft/flaky/light weight/moist/tender. That's a bonus because not every place makes it this good. The croissant was very good and easy to swallow. I had a hot cup of hot chocolate to go with it. I am happy here. It's like another home away from home and easily accessible to places and companies nearby. I'll keep returning for great cafe foods. Must love! It's a great stop for me prior to attending weekly yoga sculpt classes not far from here. Loved the quiet rainy day Monday. It was still very vibrant and brightly lit with huge natural windows inside. Nice.

I randomly stopped by here since I was passing for another appointment?…read more So this is just a strategic Cafe/Dessert joint located in the middle of corporate grounds. Looks like their focus is on working employees with demographic of fine dressed people here? I ordered an Americano and was delighted to see they use the Illy brand. Taste wise it's good, prices are slightly above the usual, so I guess that's the cost of getting Illy brand Drinks.