This cute coffee shop is located right next to the Gazebo Gardens on Shields, and it is super adorable. The interior is definitely maximalist, with plenty of framed photographs, stickers for sale, little trinkets, and plants hanging all around. There is no space to sit inside - to be honest there's barely any space to wait for your drink - but they have plenty of outdoor seating to soak in the garden vibes while sipping on your drink. I ordered the matcha latte with marshmallow cold foam and lucky charms (this was their seasonal one for March), and I grabbed the mocha with marshmallow cold foam for my sister (another seasonal drink). The matcha was decent, but it wasn't until after I got my drink that I noticed they have an option to do "ceremonial matcha" for an extra charge. Personally, I wish they would just charge the extra and do all ceremonial matcha, but that's just me - I love my matcha. The woman who took my order was also very kind and patient and did a great job holding down the fort despite being the only employee inside. Definitely would come back! read more

Cafe Van Ness - Matcha with marshmallow cold foam and lucky charms - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

I came here to meet up with a walking group on a Tuesday morning. Plenty of safe bicycle parking for my eBike against a railing. Coffee is great and they have alternative milk too! Loved my americano with Soy and a dash of cinnamon. read more

Cafe Van Ness - Stevia&Monkfruit sweetener as well as honey and raw sugar! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

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I pass my here every day when I take my son to school. Today I decided to stop by and was pleasantly surprised. The place is really cute and tiny inside. So it's more of a to go spot. They did have 3 tables outside with chairs. I did see a heater above some customers so there is some warmth out there in the cold. The girl working behind the counter was really kind. I'm usually a chai kind of gal and the snowflake chai sounded enticing. The snowflake chai reminded of Christmas in a cup. I could smell the cinnamon which I love and tasted the vanilla. My drink was a perfect cup to start my day. They also sell pastries from La Boulangerie. I picked up a cream cheese croissant and it was yummy. read more

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My friend and I found this place when we searched up nearby coffee shops. It definitely exceeded our expectations! It's a small little shop located besides a gorgeous garden nursery. While we waited ~5-7min for our orders, we were able to stroll through the nursery and look at all the different plants. The drink options are also affordable, especially compared to other artisan cafes and even Starbucks. I decided to try one of the seasonal menu options- coconut latte with vanilla cream, which was surprisingly refreshing for a coffee and slightly sweet, I loved it! I'm also definitely coming back to try the PB&J latte next time :) read more

Cafe Van Ness - Coconut latte with vanilla cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

Loved this place! Super cute and cozy and the coffee was amazing ! I got the brown sugar latte read more

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My power went out unexpectedly this particular Saturday morning so making my own pumpkin coffee was out of the question. Instead of hitting up Starbucks, I decided to hit up this coffee shop that I remember seeing next to Gazebo Gardens a few weeks ago. We arrived at about 12:45pm. They close at 2:00pm, FYI. It is a tiny shop with room inside only for the ordering counter and a bar top table that has black coffee carafes and the straw dispenser and stir sticks etc. There is a tiny patio in-front of it with 3 tables. Luckily if the tables are full, you can just walk 10 feet away into Gazebo Gardens and enjoy plenty of patio seating around the nursery. They had fresh muffins, cookies and there was a single croissant left. MY Mom ordered a hot pumpkin pie latte and I got a large iced pumpkin pie latte. It was really good and it did taste like pumpkin pie, not overly flavored of pumpkin spice. It's in a nice spot where locals walk up to the shop and know the regulars. People are friendly on the patio. And the barista was friendly and quick to get our orders done. Definitely a nice coffee shop out of the regular coffee chains. read more

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The coffee was so delicious! I had the Thai coffee and it wasn't too sweet and it was so flavorful. The coffee shop itself is small and cozy. Inside they also have other local item they sell. It was fun to look at all the different item. They were even selling locally made dog treats! There wasn't much seating at the cafe, they only had a handful of small tables on the front porch, none inside. Once I got my coffee, I actually walked around the plant shop next door instead. The staff was excellent. The barista was very helpful and knowledgeable when I was choosing what coffee I wanted. They do offer milk alternative at this cafe. read more

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Well, how to say exactly -- It's very very SLOW, only myself and I other shopper who was looking in the garden area when I went into the coffee shop, nobody else there, just me and the barista. I am always a kind and polite person to interact with very mild personality. Granted all this and I was dressed in all grey workout clothes/baseball cap (added to my invisibility I suppose), after the payment which was fine (yes, I tip too) the lady said "I will bring it out to you" so i went back outside and sat at the patio tables -- 25 minutes later (after another person had gone in and left with their drink in hand within 2 minutes) I kindly opened the door and waited some more for an acknowledgement that I had been forgotten long ago -- not so much, just "here ya go" and was handed a drink that was not anything close to what I had ordered?? I just said "thank you" smiled and left baffled. If you are having ONE customer every 10-20 minutes one would think that would be very doable, no?? No tables to wait on, deadsville quiet, yet my order (an Iced Latte w Oatmilk and was given a Hot White Mocha w Cow Dairy that I can't even drink) and the reason for my tip (fast service) went completely SPACE CADET. I get it, we all have rough days and I'm glad this young lady wants to have a job but the experience (or lack thereof) DANG SUCKS BAD. :-/ read more

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I love cafe van ness! Very comforting spot. The location, staff, coffee, and atmosphere are great. It's located in the gazebo garden establishment. There's a cute gift shop next to it too. They have a special menu drink, which I ordered the white chocolate macadamia w/ caramel drizzle & oat milk. It was yummy. My go to drink is Princeton! They have a lot of different drinks and not only coffee, but also teas. They have sitting outside or you can go take a seat in gazebo garden too. You can even take your own coffee mug and pour yourself some coffee with their self serve coffee. read more

Coffee is coffee-ing ! When you first arrive to this adorable coffee shop you immediately recognize how friendly it feels! The coffee was great and not too sweet. I would come back for sure for another coffee run read more

Great tasting coffee. Great ambiance. Great customer service. First time here, certainly not my last. Had the Harvard and a strawberry bagel w cream cheese. Just a great way to start my day. read more

Cafe Van Ness - Patio seating. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

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Cafe Van Ness is one of my favorite, if not my favorite, coffee shops in our great city of Fresno. It checks all the boxes for me, which is great coffee and sweet ambiance! Located next to Gazebo Gardens, a local nursery, Cafe Van Ness' setting is just stunning, especially in the spring and summer! In the fall and winter, it's equally cozy-feeling. It is a cafe on the smaller side, but I regularly see big groups of folks catching up over a cup of coffee. Inside the coffee shop is a small selection of gifts where I've definitely treated myself to a nice smelling candle or two before! The coffee itself is amazing . They have regular coffee shop fare and specialty drinks named after local streets in the Fresno High area. The iced Brown is my go to, and sometimes if I'm feeling cheeky, I'll add in a croissant as well, which are typically sourced from La Boulangerie (a local bakery for the non-locals) and are fresh and delicious. All great mornings start with a trip to Cafe Van Ness :) read more

I love this coffee shop. Super cute, great vibe and the coffee is always on point. I love the Harvard and the brown, these are my top picks. When your done getting coffee be sure to go to the gardens and get your plant fix. read more

Cafe Van Ness - Took my grandma on a coffee run. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

Cafe Van Ness is a wonderful neighborhood spot. We are lucky enough to be able to walk there, and sometimes will take the time to stroll through the adjacent nursery. On weekends they have live music and food trucks. It's a wonderful little spot. And without a lot of tables or counterspace, or wifi, so THANKFULLY, you don't have to deal with 15 people sitting their with their laptop open and ear piece in taking up space for 3 hours with their small coffee in tow. It's actual social human beings on foot or bicycle stopping by for a cuppa. read more

Gazebo gardens is a beloved place to go for plants, or on weekends for food, drinks and a good time. I started to stop by the Cafe once I discovered they offered Equator coffees which is one of my faves. As of late, the coffee has been inconsistent. Today for example, the beans were burned as I could taste it immediately upon my first sip. It's a bummer when you're craving your fave coffee and it's sub par. I noticed a lot of turnover with their staff recently and perhaps that is to blame. They have a lot of sweet coffee drinks that people seem to love. I have sampled a couple and they are wayyy too sweet for me. They get pastries from La Bou and they are a bit pricey even when they're day old. Service and hospitality are always on point here and I just love the neighborhood feel. I will try the coffee again soon and hopefully it's done right. read more

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Cafe Van Ness has become close to an obsession for me. My colleagues and I have frequented this local coffee shop three times this week and I'm so happy we found this spot. I'm admittedly a coffee junkie and have tried nearly every coffee shop in Fresno/Clovis but their Aztec Mocha is to die for! I don't like sweet coffee but want a little flavor and this coffee nails it. Furthermore their prices are very reasonable, there really is no reason to pay for overpriced national chain coffee. They open early enough for a coffee run before getting to the office and I love how they name their specialty concoctions after local streets. Get out there and try this local gem! I'm already looking forward to my next cup! read more

Cafe Van Ness - Aztec Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

Amazing, small coffee shop! It is located in Gazebo Gardens lot! Love the energy, scenery & of course their coffee & pastries!

Covid-19: The worker was nice and wore a mask. I ordered a nonfat sugar free vanilla latte. They did not have nonfat milk. I got what they did have. 2% milk instead. It is right next to Gazebo Gardens which is very nice. The drink was made quickly and handed to me along with well wishes for a good day! The drink was okay. Not very hot and not a favorite, but the place seems popular. They probably have better drinks to have. Great service and okay drink. Very nice area and you can sit outside to enjoy the drink if you choose. It also looked like they had good treats. Recommended! read more

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I have been here twice within the last two weeks and have loved both my visits! They have delicious coffee here and I love the outdoor seating available in the garden area of Gazebo Gardens. Not only do they offer delicious coffees but they also have pastries available from La Boulangerie. On both of my visits, I tried their specialty coffees iced. The drinks are made well and just the right amount of sweetness. The customer service here is also very friendly. I can see myself coming here often as the weather warms up. This is the perfect place to park your car, go for a walk down Van Ness and return for a nice treat and sun bathe in the garden area! Such a lovely spot. read more

This is a cute little coffee spot hidden in Fresno. I love that it's connected to a nursery as I sometimes like to walk through it after picking up a coffee from the shop next door. Their speciality lattes are rather sweet, but still pretty good with a different choice of Pastries(cookies and bagels mostly). They also have an adjoining quirky gift shop full of unique trinkets that's also nice to walk through :) The barista's there are nice & social read more

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my aunt left her backpack here by accident and despite an hour passing (30 min out realizing, 30 min going back) and this place is so safe no one touched it and the employees found it quickly and safely held it for us to come back and retrieve untouched! great service, coffee and pastries as good as well and the area is very cute! read more

This here is a mini hidden cafe my brother and I found looking to grab a quick drink when we were in Fresno. The small grab and go area was so cute and the staff is always so welcoming. They have a variety of drinks and some small treats to try as well. Right next to the cafe is a beautiful hidden garden with sculptures and my personal favorite a giant gnome and alien!! read more

I love the coffee and service! Chill vibes over there 10/10 recommend. The gift shop next door is cute too.

On a morning walk with the dogs, we decided to stop by Cafe VanNess. We just bought our home in Tower district last year and love walking the dogs down VanNess. We love the shaded street and we love the beautiful historic homes with beautiful windows, porches, terraces and courtyards. Definitely a goal for us to buy a home on this street one day. Along with these homes are great local coffee shops like Kuppa Joy and Cafe VanNess. I love that Cafe VanNess is an extension of Gazebo Gardens, the most beautiful nursery in Fresno. It has the cutest interior. Their gift card is uber adorable and personalized and I love that they named their coffee after the streets that are perpendicular to VanNess. The barista was very friendly. My husband got a green tea with lemon and I got the Princeton which is coffee with chocolate and almond roca. I got it with coconut milk because I can't really handle real milk. I liked it and liked that I can still taste the coffee even with a bunch of additives. I was also happy my boys got their puppacinos. I will definitely be back read more

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Driving through the Fresno High neighborhood on our way to Clovis, we decided to stop and get coffee. Got the Terrace and was very surprised at how good it was. A side trip to Gazebo Gardens nursery was fun for the kids. The cafe itself is small but quiet and the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Definitely worth a return visit to this nice little spot. read more

Delicious coffee and a walk through the garden area. There was a precious dog that kept hanging out with my sister and I as we sat and drank our coffees. read more

Rejoice Coffee lovers, Fresno has yet another place other than Kuppa Joy that does caffe latte perfectly and that's because the barista at Cafe Van Ness is from Seattle, coffee capital of USA. If you are a coffee snob like me, you know that a good latte should have latte art, and you would never cover your coffee with the top, because the art needs to be appreciated, if you don't, you just don't understand coffee or appreciate a good one, you are better off buying Starbucks. The latte art is so important because it tells you that the barista took the time to make your drink, and made sure the foam is frothed properly with micro bubbles- this concept is comparable to a chef who takes the time to perfect your meal in comparison to a cook at In and out who's only making a mediocre meal. Its the perfectly frothed milk with micro bubble at the right temperature added to a prefect shot of quality brewed coffee that makes an excellent cup of latte. If you had gone to Starbucks or other coffee places and tried their latte without the art, you can taste the difference in taste and smoothness of the drink in comparison to one that has the latte art. The reason the taste is so rich and refine is because the barista knows whats he or she is doing. The caffe latte is $3.25 here, and the taste of the coffee is just perfect, because the coffee beans used for the espresso shot was perfectly roasted giving it a perfumery coffee smell, with the nice smoothness and perfect temperature from the properly frothed milk. They also offer food offering such as donuts, apple fritters, burritos on sat and Sundays and easy sandwiches. Their drink selection doesn't stop at just latte, they have ice blended coffee, and other coffee favorite you could find at your local starbucks and coffee stores. The interior itself is really rustic chic almost like a french and Italian cafe, perfect for a morning coffee and paper read. Its also a nice place to do work or have a casual meeting. This place is not big, but it isn't crazy crowded so you will find a place to seat either inside or o the patio. The barista is really knowledgable and knows coffee well, she is from Seattle and she knows how to make a good cup of coffee, and she is friendly too. Plenty of parking lots here, and they do accept cards for payment. read more

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Great coffee! Stopped in for some starters this morning and decided that I needed a cup of coffee. The service was friendly and quick. The coffee was also delicious. I do straight up black coffee and Cafe VanNess is on point! I called back to ask what kind of beans they used but there was no answer. Then again, it's Saturday and they're busy which is always a good thing. read more

Love the coffee and the staff are super friendly. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who would love a coffee with a smile. Oh and they're pet friendly too :) read more

If I had to rate Cafe Van Ness against other coffee shops in Fresno, it would get a solid rating just outside of the "Top 5." However, it's, by far, the best coffee shop in Fresno that's actually open on Sundays. I'm still scratching my head as to why so few cafés are open on Sunday in Fresno, but Cafe Van Ness is, and it's my go-to on that day of the week. The coffee is good (not the most amazing I've ever had, but solid), and there is always lots of parking. It is a *very* cozy cafe, and unless you plan on sitting outside, there are only a couple small tables. It's not exactly the best place to get some work done, but it is a great spot for take-out or take-on-a-stroll through Old Fig Garden! read more

Holy smokes!!! I am in love with this tiny little space. As much as I am going to miss Ooh De Lolli being here... I am soooo glad this little cafe opened up. It is super cute, super chic great atmosphere. This café just opened up less than a week ago and of course I had to come and check it out for myself. I ordered a cappuccino and it did not disappoint me, it was rather delicious! They have a good variety of drinks as well as pastries. They also have a variety of teas here if you are not into the whole coffee thing. The staff is very friendly, very helpful, making you feel very welcomed as soon as you walk in. Which is very important for business. So all you others take notes lol. I love the sitting area inside as well as outside. I must warn you... it is rather tiny but I am looking forward to them expanding more on the outside. This place is going to be a perfect place to come and spend your mornings while reading a book and sipping on a nice warm cup of coffee. I really like that they are open on Sunday's. Not too many places open on Sundays leaving me with no other option but to suffer a day without a cup of coffee thus suffering from coffee withdrawals for a day!!!! But seriously, if you're in the area check this place out. read more

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Great little coffee spot. Jordan the barista knows his coffee, and was happy to suggest drinks to coffee lovers and kids alike. Our Brown (caramel cinnamon mocha) latte and Simpson (aztec chocolate and blood orange) latte off the Drink Specials menu were both great. They have regular, soy and almond milk available. No reusable mugs, unfortunately. Seating for 6 inside, and another 6 outside. It was a nice day while we were there and neighbors stopped to chit chat to each other in the parking lot. Seating was sometimes full, but if you wait a couple minutes a table will open up. The cafe is attached to the Gazebo Gardens building, and there is a good-sized parking lot and plenty of street parking. read more

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Great neighborhood coffee spot. They use Equator beans out of the Bay Area, a solid choice. It's a small space with limited seating but that conjures a cozy, warm vibe. Staff are friendly & knowledgeable. They're still working on outside seating & wifi but once those get installed, this'll be a premier Old Fig/North Tower/Donut Heights spot. read more

Cafe Van Ness - Sign from Van Ness - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

I have always wanted to try this coffee shop and I'm so glad I did. I ordered the Torrence. So delicious! Can't wait to go back.

Tried it out for the first time! Ordered the Harvard less sweet with soy over ice and enjoyed it! It didn't have enough caffeine for my liking but adding an additional shot or 2 of espresso would have made it perfect! It was a nice blend of sweet creamy goodness. A quaint little coffee spot! It's a small establishment with a nice seating area outside with a heater! Went there to grab coffee and brunch from the food truck. The barista was nice and patient helping me decide! They have a variety of signature drinks (all that look very sweet) I love that they have non dairy options: almond, coconuts, and soy! If I'm in the area I would definitely stop by here. read more

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The ambiance is beautiful and the barista is friendly, but the lunch menu is really lacking. I ordered a Maroa & it looks like something I could have made at home for free :,(. Next time I'll stick to just coffee. read more

Cafe Van Ness - The Maroa- looks like something you can easily make at home :(. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

I have been to the Gazebo Gardens before and loved the feel of what they have to offer other than just a garden. I visited their coffee house for the first time and decided to try "the Michigan" because I ironically live on Michigan Ave and LOVE white mocha and Irish cream. It was very sweet but delicious ! I definitely would want to try the other drinks they have to offer. Walking in definitely made me miss my studying days in college sipping on coffee and reading. I would highly recommend coming here. read more

Cafe Van Ness - The Michigan - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

Looking at all the uber positive reviews I must have come on a really bad day. I ordered a hot chocolate and a cinnamon roll... While the hot cocoa was hand made by a really nice young lady, it tasted like steamed milk and not much else. And the cinnamon roll was an embarrassment of extreme staleness with zero flavor. They should not sell stale baked goods. The older lady was just plain cold..kept brushing past me without saying two words.. This place was so much better when Donna Mott and her associates ran the place, I will not be back read more

Divine Cold Brew Coffee served by fellow Fresno artists. What could be better? Amazing croissant and apple turnovers and more. Small, quaint, and quiet. Tucked away and simply perfect after a hard night. read more

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Lurv it. I bookmarked this place because some cyclist on Strava took a selfie here and I was all, "Ok if the cyclists count this as a destination, I'm in!" Then I read others' reviews about weird coffee specials involving blood orange and caramel and eye of newt and I was a wee bit frightened, but already being a coffee antipurist, I declared myself ALL in and went for the Simpson special. It was a smidge on the sweet side, but I somehow mysteriously ended up going back the very next day and requesting a Simpson again, with half the usual chocolate amount, and it was perfect. The 2nd time I got a blueberry bagel that kinda blew my mind, and of course I went home with a succulent because how could you not? All in all, I love the atmosphere and simplicity of this place. read more