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    4.4 (772 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for working
    Dogs allowed

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    Guava matcha
    Kate X.

    Tried their drinks at an office event - the ube matcha and guava matcha were so so good, and the cinnamon roll cold brew was quite good as well. The drinks were so pretty and each was made with lots of care and love.

    matcha latte and earl gray latte
    Trinh A.

    I liked the earl gray latte. It has a good balance between coffee flavor and earl gray. Not too sweet of a drink.

    Black Sesame Cafe Latte
    Priyanka M.

    Tried this place after seeing all the hype, but it felt pretty average overall. The ambiance is nice and the space is comfortable, but the coffee itself was just okay- nothing that really stood out. Not a bad spot if you're nearby, just not as impressive as the reviews make it seem

    Rebecca H.

    I was super excited to try this place due to all the hype however I thought it was mid. I asked if they could change an ingredient however refused and didn't give any alternative options, which I was a little disappointed. I ordered the pistachio latte however thought it was okay. The pistachio flavor wasn't very present. I also ordered the butterscotch latte and it was good, flavorful. Overall, this place is good but not great.

    iced chocolate strawberry latte with oat milk
    Tahnee R.

    i love the interior of this cafe. If i lived nearby i would definitely come here to study. My boyfriend and i both got the iced chocolate strawberry latte with oat milk. i asked the cashier if it was possible to make it without the chocolate and they were able to accommodate. they havent served it that way before, so they were unsure if the sweetness would be good, but i was still willing to try it out. my boyfriend and i actually liked it that way. he said his drink (with chocolate) was actually too sweet for him. i would definitely try some other drinks if im in the area again.

    Alayna K.

    Long overdue review. They have amazing unique drinks and a nice aesthetic set up! coffee is strong Their drink wasn't too sweet but it was done in 15 minutes. Will come back to try their others.

    Anh-Thu T.

    One of my favorite coffee spots in downtown San Jose! I love the modern and minimalist vibe. Their specialty drinks are always delicious. We ordered the pistachio latte, peppermint mocha latte, and cold brew, and everything was amazing. We've been here many times, and it's consistently wonderful every visit. The staff are very nice and friendly.

    Matcha, Thai Brulee

    Cafe and service was very nice. Matcha needed a longer whisk in my opinion however. Overall was a nice place.

    Lauren C.

    Good place to stop in to get a quick coffee or drink. The place is cute but small with limited seating and lots of noise. This is a place where you grab your drink and continue on your walk through the city. Since I don't drink caffeine I was happy to see they had a few fun options for me to choose from. It can get packed in here so just keep that in mind depending on the time you visit, there is also in one size for all the drinks.

    Andrew N.

    Was in the area, so I went to get a drink here. I remember when this place opened, they had these blue and pink drinks. I kinda miss it. But the past is now gone and they have a new menu. Hojicia (4/5): it was probably my fault that I got this less sweet, but I thought it was okay. The full sweetness would've brought out the full potential of this drink. Probably my favorite boba place in downtown

    Pia V.

    Found this spot by chance when staying in the area and wanted a tea. The spot usually has their doors open and has large windows so there is plenty of sunlight and fresh air. It is also very clean. They have a menu on the wall, but you can also order online. They sell some pastries and sometimes have a pop-up pastry stall inside. The drinks can take some time for them to make, so be prepared for the wait. They had so many options that the first time I came I ordered the peach tea and the black sesame latte. The peach tea was delicious but extremely sweet. If there's a way to tone that sweetness down, I would get it again. On my second visit I only got the black sesame coffee, since I enjoyed it so much the first time. This spot has become a regular stop whenever I'm in the area.

    Samantha P.

    Such a cute spot! I loved the decor that greeted me when I walked in and I wanted to love it but unfortunately the drinks were not great. I opted for a cold brew which was very run of the mill, not terrible but I wouldn't get again. My second drink was a matcha tea and that was so bad I had to toss it out. Since this is just water and matcha you very much taste the quality of the matcha used and this was so incredibly bitter and had no discernible flavor. Matcha can for sure have a slight bitterness but this was extreme to the point of making the drink undrinkable, I imagine if it was sweetened that would tame that but I prefer my drink unsweetened. Despite the pleasantness of the staff, based on what I like to drink I wouldn't go back.

    Janet H.

    Stopped by Dr.ink this morning after my doctor's appointment and tried their seasonal osmanthus latte!! Loved the beautiful presentation, and all the baristas seemed so happy making and decorating the drinks -- such a good vibe for a morning pick-me-up! yay happy thursday

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    Love the matcha here and the service I'm a regular that comes 4x a week for my matcha

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    San Pedro square garage is the next block down. The first 90 mins are free

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    It's been so long since I was last at Lacaphe and I'm glad I was able to visit again recently!…read moreDevin and I got banh mis at Duc Huong and were looking for another place to squat and be productive on a Tuesday afternoon and even though we had already gotten some beverages earlier I figured we could walk towards this spot just for nostalgia's sake. Temperatures were just under 90 degrees Fahrenheit outside. The air conditioning was great in here, not freezing cold but cool enough to be comfortable. There were a few other tables of people with their laptops out, and I was excited to see that they have expanded since my last visit and added more seating for customers. The lotus milk tea is still one of my favorites in the whole city. We sat at a table so there was no outlet, but I can't remember if there were outlets along the walls for the booth seating. The WiFi worked well and if there was background music it was not being blasted loudly. I would definitely keep this spot top of mind if I needed a reliable spot to work remote again, especially since there is now more seating than there used to be. Looking forward to coming by again soon!

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    Popped in before Nikkei Matsuri for a coffee & TGTG bags, the Voyager visit set a great start for…read morethe day! * No queue at 9am, was helped super-quickly by a friendly staff member * Tried a hint of bourbon vanilla syrup in my Americano, tasty without being too sweet - will order again! * Love how much light & seating there is at this location, the vibe is always calming & cheerful * TGTG pastry highlights: Try the savory scone & the sesame chocolate chip cookies, both top-notch!

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