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    Carte Blanche

    3.7 (18 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 10:00 AM

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    Outdoor seating

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    Kaneesia Kamil C.

    Very cute cafe. It is attached to the hotel, and you can sit and work in the hotel lobby. They even bring your order to you there. Great place to hang out or do some work. I ordered the ube latte and it tasted great. My friends ordered pastries as well and they loved it!

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    Richard L.

    Was excited when this place opened up and was looking forward to a new pastry place with some good coffee but their selection wasn't as wide as I had hoped and it looks like they get their food from other place? Maybe next door? I picked up a cinnamon roll, which felt store bought. It was dry and tasted okay but for $7, no thank you. The coffee was interesting, this was my first time seeing an automated pour over setup and thought it was cool. I picked a Costa Rican coffee and it had a nice fruity flavor. The machine really did a good job but you get a 9 oz coffee for $8 or $9. I don't know if it's really worth it. I can pickup a pour over from Castro Street that's just as good, have a person doing the pour over, for less, and get more. I'm hoping they take this feedback and look at pricing as well as quality of their baked goods. There are much better quality bakeries on Castro for less.

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    Dong Wook C.

    Cute! 3.5 stars. Love the aesthetics of the dining area. It's part of the Shashi Hotel (an urban resort) in Mountain View. This place may seem like an overpriced cafe for the type of food served, but keep in mind this quaint cafe is near Google and the Computer History Museum. Being the young engineer who works for nearby tech companies, the clientele here can afford "overpriced". The good: if you are trying to get away from the hustle and bustle of Silicon Valley life and the 12-14 hours you put into work at the office every day, then this is a nice getaway for a relaxing breakfast in an upscale setting. Better ambiance in the dining or patio area, which is accessible to cafe patrons. The menu may seem simple but I come for the entire experience. Sit by the fireplace and enjoy a quiet and meditative meal to start your day.

    Jennifer T.

    Came here to get coffee with friends and some work done. I was surprised to find that the coffee shop is part of a hotel but it wasn't particularly busy when we went on a weekday morning. There's plenty of seating and charging stations so it's a great place to get work done. The place is very nicely decorated and very modern. They offer coffee, tea, and pastries. I went with a drip coffee which was very nice and went well with my seasonal pear tart. I'm told the Ube latte here was very tasty. Service was great and they bring your items to you once you find seating. They gave free Wi-Fi, just ask. There's plenty of free street parking.

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    This place has good food and is close by so I frequent often. The prices are high which is to be expected in this area. However I think the cleanliness can be improved. Half the staff was standing around chatting about their weekend plans while all the tables were covered in crumbs and spilled coffee. The straw, lid area was just a mess and in the half hour I spent there having my coffee it never got wiped up. If prices are this high at least have a staff that keeps the area clean and doesn't look at you like, ugh, another customer. Music is good!

    Yummy but cold and hard when not warmed up

    Very cute place, been there multiple times since I stayed at the shashi hotel. The ladies working there look miserable which is a bummer to see first thing in the morning. The coffee is yummy and well made but some of the food is odd. Had the worst Caesar salad in my life, I feel like its hard to make Caesar salad bad. Chocolate muffin is very yummy but tastes ok at best when not heated up. I would only go again if I had to stay at the hotel, other than that, i'd rather find a more comfy coffee shop with more cheerful staff.

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    Very tasty and fresh coffee, helpful staff and nice atmosphere. Definitely recommend this place

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    The Fly-By

    4.2
    (30 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    Okay but... a hotel coffee shop with good matcha? That's the plot twist I didn't know I needed…read more We stopped here on my way out of Santa Clara heading to San Francisco -- it's conveniently close to a bunch of other spots, and since it's tucked inside a hotel, parking was ridiculously easy. (Underrated luxury.) Now, the hotel itself? Visually... a moment. It looked like someone invested serious money into it, but the design felt a little space-meets-startup-meets-what's-happening-here. Some elements felt elevated, others felt a bit makeshift. I genuinely couldn't tell what the theme was -- futuristic? celestial? boutique-on-a-budget? I'm still processing. The front desk team was clearly well-trained and knowledgeable -- they had every answer, every stat, every rate breakdown ready. But the warmth? Missing. I was hoping for a little storytelling since I'd never heard of the hotel before, and instead got a very matter-of-fact "we've been here five years" energy. Efficient, yes. Inviting, not quite. But let's talk about why you're really here: the coffee shop. Completely different vibe. Two people working, both genuinely happy, welcoming, and quick. We ordered a latte and a matcha to go -- total was about $22, which made me blink for a second -- but then I tasted the matcha. Oh. This wasn't the overly sweet, dusty-green situation you sometimes get. It tasted clean. Real. High-quality. The kind of matcha that feels intentional. I love Firehouse in Marin, but this? This was closer to serious coffee roaster-level quality. Smooth, organic-tasting, beautifully balanced. You could tell they care about what they're serving. Branding was strong, the space was cute, and I could absolutely see myself sitting there with my laptop pretending I'm writing something important. We grabbed ours to go, but it had that easy, airy, "stay awhile" energy. Would I book the hotel? Jury's still out. They don't have an in-house spa and mentioned bringing in third-party services for certain amenities, which made it feel a little less full-service than I expected. Would I go back for the coffee shop? Without hesitation. Delicious drinks, easy parking, quick service, and a vibe that actually makes you want to come back. Sometimes the side character steals the show -- and in this case, it's 100% the matcha.

    This is my second time eating here at The Flyby, and I did the smart thing - I did not bring my…read morework with me! Because, once again, I was distracted by the quality of the food, and there would be no way for me to do anything else, but to eat! Today, I was in the mood for something more than a salad (much as I wanted to preset what I had the first time coming here, I made a concerted effort to order something else...), thus I chose the Forager Flatbread. It took less time to make this time (roughly about five minutes after ordering), and when it came out, I marveled at how it looked like a work of art! Just beautiful! Each piece of herbed formage blanc flatbread had a nice, crunchy bottom (but not blackened) and a slightly tanginess, with a a good amount of "hen-of-the-wood" mushrooms, sweet roasted garlic and a bed of arugula. My, oh, my! My first bite was a multi-level extravaganza! The crunch of the bread, followed by the aroma of the herbs and arugula, then the saltiness of the cheese, the sweetness of the roasted garlic, the earthiness of the mushrooms - all came together as just a wonderful work of culinary art! This being my first time eating today, my saliva glands just fired off at first bite, causing a bit of intense pain from too much saliva shooting out. But, seriously, this was a very delicious entree, that I enjoyed from start to finish! Bravo for this second joyous experience!

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    Sana’a Cafe

    Sana’a Cafe

    4.5
    (103 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    This coffee stand is in a super cute downtown area of Mountain View! Parking is a bit scary with…read morehaving to pull out/pull in while ongoing traffic is behind you but I've never struggled to find parking. I got the drink special recommended to me by the workers which was the Sana'a Latte. All drinks have the option to come iced or hot and they are paired with a small middle eastern cafe. Perfect to have a coffee and a meal! The beans were strong but not burnt and I loved the taste! They offered huge variety of latte flavors and syrups and many were unique. While seating inside/outside seems to be a bit limited I have also never seen all seats occupied. Would love to come back and try the food options and more coffee flavors and update my review as well!

    I was looking for a building with the Sana'a cafe logo but passed it until I made a u-turn and just…read moredecided to park to look for it. Sana'a cafe is inside Mediterranean Grill restaurant. I saw the big signs that they were serving Sana'a coffee here. Someone was ordering before me and once it was my turn I was greeted warmly. I ordered the Sana'a light sweet whole milk. I took a seat and waited for my order. My order was ready pretty quickly and I took a big sip. Hold strong flavors of cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom. A strong coffee flavor as well. It was still very sweet for my liking. The service was warm and welcoming. The coffee was good. Curious to try what else is on the menu and the pastries. Parking is limited to what's on the street. Spacious seating area.

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    Pour Decisions Craft

    4.2
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    YAY! I didn't realize they were here. I've been to their Santa Theresa location which is quite far…read morefor me but when I'm in the neighborhood we definitely stop by. Nice location - lots of parking and we love to have found a Vietnamese coffee place. I typically get the egg coffee but decided to go with their new Peanut Butter Latte and I'm so glad I did. It comes already with oat milk which is perfect. I will say - for the large the ratio on cream to coffee was little off. I'd prefer less of the cream and more coffee but it was still delicious and refreshing - not too sweet and had a lot of the PB flavor. Hubby got the Pandan Matcha. He loved it - though it was a bit too sweet for him so he waited for the ice to melt a bit. Not sure if we could have adjusted the sweetness. Youngest got the Banana Latte and devoured it quickly. Fair to say I think she really enjoyed it! Nice that they are so close to us now. Will definitely be one of our go to for Vietnamese coffee!!

    I just grabbed a coffee and burrito. The taste is average but my hot coffee is not hot and…read morebreakfast burrito was cold. I paid over $15 for zero personality service without a crack of a smile, mediocre coffee called craft and a cold breakfast burrito. Btw, menu board is deciphering.... making it real hard for dum-folks like me. Neber-land.

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    Covour Coffee

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    4.3
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    I will forever hype up Covour. Yes, the lines can be annoyingly long, especially on weekends, but…read morethey're absolutely worth it. I've worked my way through both the permanent and seasonal menus, and I genuinely can't think of a bad drink I've had. The Einspänner on any drink is unmatched, but honestly, every drink has been so good that picking a favorite feels impossible. The pastries are just as impressive! Always fresh, scrumptious, and worth every calorie. I remember when you could walk right in without much of a wait, but influencers have definitely done their job putting special places like this on the map. My only real complaints? The weekend lines and the fact that a coffee shop opens at 8 a.m. Let me get my caffeine fix earlier! Still, this is an easy 5/5. The drinks and pastries are on another level, and the hype is completely deserved.

    lovely cafe with lots of specialty drinks! they just released their summer specials which seem…read moreinteresting so I have to come back. this time, we got: - pistachio raspberry croissant ($7): this was quite disappointing, would not recommend. it was soggy and mushy. - ham & cheese croissant ($7): would recommend! - matcha einspanner ($7): the cream atop the matcha was delicious. would have liked stronger matcha but the matcha itself wasn't bitter which was nice. - tiramisu latte ($7): also a win, you could taste the chocolate-y notes with the espresso. wish the base was more nutty but it's personal preference.

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    Simple, sunny, and exactly what I needed…read more Stopped by Cloud Cafe and grabbed a fresh salad and a hot coffee, then enjoyed it outside in the sunshine. The salad was crisp and well-balanced, fresh greens, chickpeas, and toppings that didn't feel heavy or over-dressed. You can tell the ingredients are thoughtfully chosen and prepared with care. The coffee was solid and comforting, perfect for a casual break or light lunch. Nothing overcomplicated, just clean flavors done right. What really stood out was the vibe. It's the kind of place where you can slow down for a moment, sit outside, and actually enjoy your food instead of rushing through it. Great for a midday reset, a quiet coffee break, or a low-key lunch. I'll definitely be back.

    We stopped by this cafe after we visited the CHM (Computer History Museum). It's inside the museum,…read moreand the price was very reasonable. We ordered Fresh mozzarella Caprese ($6.95), Roast beef hot sandwich ($7.50), chicken and sausage flatbread pizza ($6.50), and Tuna salad sandwich ($6.95). Fresh mozzarella Caprese was so delicious and cheesy with balsamic vinegar glaze. Tuna Salad was also tasted fresh with 7-grain bread, lettuce, and roma tomato. The roast beef hot sandwich was very tasty with aged white cheddar and caramelized onions, and horseradish aioli. The chicken and sausage flatbread pizza was not thick, but in a good size; they put a good amount of their housemade chicken sausage, caramelized onions, roasted pepperoni marinara, and mozzarella. The food was hot and fresh. We had our lunch at the outdoor area, and it was so chill and nice.

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    4.0
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    1.6 mi
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    Really lovely French style patisserie with a variety of flavors and textures of pastries and cakes!…read more One of my go to's for higher end cakes during special occasions :D Owners and chefs and staff are all very sweet and accommodating and you can tell they genuinely love their craft and sharing it with the community! They have rotating seasonal items and also accept ordering larger cakes through online orders or by calling in! Their 100% pistachio cake is amazing - not too sweet and the pistachio flavor really comes through but doesn't overpower. Very creamy texture that isn't too heavy and has a fun, crunchy outer shell. The matcha raspberry is also nice and balanced - matcha flavor complements well with the raspberry gel / jam inside and is mellowed out by the cream. Inside is very chic and great place to chat and catch up over a cup of coffee and even get some work done - water station and wifi is inside.

    I came by the Chinese bakery but they were closed. Maison Alyzee was next door and had no line. It…read morewas the first time I could go in easily and see a full line of desserts they had. I love desserts and the French are number one in that category. I came from Yutori after buying so much that I squeezed in Madison's dessert, Padova Mandarin Yuzu. The clerk said it needs to refrigerate promptly or else eat right away. I had no choice but to stop by the library's park and eat that along with my tuna egg sando from Yutori. The Yuzu dessert was cool and refreshing. It's good to pair with tea. I'll have to come back and try more desserts. They all look so good to try.

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