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    Cafe Van Ness

    4.4 (64 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for working
    Dogs allowed

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    Coconut latte with vanilla cream
    Emily Y.

    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 :)

    Fall specials 10-7-23
    Sara B.

    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.

    AD S.

    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. :-/

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    Christina H.

    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.

    Patio seating.

    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.

    Took my grandma on a coffee run.
    Amanda J.

    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.

    Lila G.

    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.

    Aztec Mocha
    Paola L.

    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!

    Ashley L.

    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!

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

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

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    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.

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