What a treat to find this cafe! Having eaten my way through Hong Kong on a handful of trips, I was excited to see this place and its menu. I tried a few things on my first trip: - Tofu fa (spelling this phonetically, but it's basically a soy milk pudding served with a ginger syrup) - this was tasty, though the texture was a touch grainy vs the silky texture I'm used to - Egg tart - this seemed sorta savory, which surprised me. The pastry was very flaky, so if you don't like things very sweet , it could be a great option for you. - Pandan oolong tea - love the Pandan flavor in this - it's not easy to find in our area, so a real treat (if you've never had Pandan, it's sometimes described as the vanilla of Southeast Asia...its lovely, give it a try) There are many more things in the menu I'd love to try (the menu is honestly a marvel - super extensive), so I'll definitely be back. Ordering takes place at the kiosk, which is fine, but it's hard to comment on service. Interior is cute, but not a lot of seating. read more

Gaa Cafe - Tofu fa (soy milk pudding) with ginger syrup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

My husband and I heard about Gaa Cafe from his sister and a few friends. We stopped in about 30 mins before closing and we did not intend to stay long but the owner was warm, inviting, and did not rush us. She even stopped to talk to us for a bit about how we heard about the cafe. We ordered the iced salted caramel latte and the iced matcha tiramisu latte. She also brought us toasted pineapple bun with butter and chocolate croissant! Everything was delicious and highly recommend. My personal favorites were the iced matcha tiramisu latte and pineapple bun. The decor is very fun, colorful, and welcoming- I especially love the giant egg tart hanging on the wall. We will definitely be back and order more items off the menu! read more

Another new coffee spot. The place was nice and very colorful with a few tables already taken by people with their laptops working/collabing. We sat near the front door and scanned the menu to order. He said he wasn't a big fan of the seats as they were hard and kinda low, for him. I thought they were fine. I ordered our drinks, a Rose Strawberry Latte with Oatmilk and a Vanilla Biscoff Cream Latte which I messed up the order for. I meant to have it hot but I accidently put iced and didn't know about it until it came out. He still drank it even though the ingredients didn't "melt" like they should've. My Rose Latte was ok. I also got the Noodles with Egg & Beef Bacon to eat which I ended up taking half home because I had gotten full faster from my meds and the coffee. At first I was a little disappointed in the noodles because they looked like the instant package noodles but in eating them they tasted slightly different. The owner came by our table just to check in to make sure everything's ok. He asked about the noodles and we learned that in Hong Kong cafes they serve instant noodles like these, I believe she said "cha chaan teng"-style and in looking it up it makes sense. The online photo of the dish looked way better than what I got though but it was ok. I would try them again for their bakery items and cafe when I'm in the area. read more

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Super cute cafe with a lot of interesting drink flavors! I tried the ube latte, which had a really good ube flavor. But it was super grainy so I wasn't the biggest fan. But would definitely go back to try some other flavors, and their pastries and desserts. read more

Gaa Cafe - Ube Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

This is my third visit to this cafe. You can order at the kiosk or on your phone via their QR code. It looks like there was only one person fulfilling all the orders this morning so it took a while to get my take out order. I got the sea salt honey latte with a biscoff muffin. Both were good. Their decor is nice and cozy. I like coming back when I'm around this area to try their different items. read more

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Hidden gem that you must visit! This is a Hong Kong inspired cafe that has drinks and food. The food is made fresh. You can order on a kiosk, online, at the counter. Ever since I visited Taiwan for 2wks I've craved the pineapple buns with butter so once I saw they have these I knew I had to go! I also got the tiramisu latte and the Hong Kong latte milk tea. They were both amazing! I love the cups the came in. Very cute! The staff were very friendly! There are so many other items I want to try so I'll be back for sure! read more

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On the recommendation of a fellow foodie, I made a quick trip out to Gaa Café on Baymeadows (near the intersection of Southside) and was absolutely blown away by the warm hospitality, cozy atmosphere and incredible cuisine! Owner Kelly Lei and her staff Pookie and Lily showcased the depth of their menu, offering detailed descriptions of each delectable and unique dish, many of which are rarities to our area. Having seen an episode of "Smiling Friends" where the characters raved about a "Century Egg," (IYKYK), I knew I needed to try one! For the adventurous, it was absolutely delicious - earthy, mildly salty, soy, and balanced with a light, custardy tofu. Amazing! If a century egg isn't your thing, the menu is so deep with sweet and savory items, there's something for absolutely everyone! Their steamed bau buns were the best I've had south of NYC! The lamb was sliced so thin, it melted away on my palate- the duck was beautifully shredded to avoid an abundance of oil. They thought of everything! A traditional Hong Kong French Toast followed, which had a sliver of peanut butter (optional, they ask upfront about allergies), and a drizzle of condensed milk with generous pat of butter - true indulgence without being heavy - it was airy! Not hungry? They have a huge selection of creative coffees, boba, etc - don't sleep on the pistachio latte! Open 7 days a week - go say hello to the lovely Miss Kelly and her team for an authentic Hong Kong dining experience! The next part came from an informative sign on the wall: Gaa Café is an exciting new specialty coffee and tea concept designed to offer a high-quality, community-focused experience in Jacksonville. name, "Gaa,' The café's name comes from the Cantonese romanization meaning "home," reflecting the founder's heritage and the café's mission to create a welcoming and comfortable space for all. This concept of home is at the heart of Gaa Café's brand identity, providing customers with a genuine sense of belonging and warmth. Gaa Café features fusion-inspired specialty coffees, artisanal teas, and a variety of in-house baked goods, along with select locally sourced pastries, light meals, and curated beverages. Signature offerings such as Elderflower Malt Coffee and Marshmallow Coffee are expected to become customer favorites - even viral sensations - attracting a diverse audience and helping shape Neptune Beach's evolving coffee culture. The café is led by Kelly Lei, a Hong Kong-born entrepreneur with extensive management experience and a passion for artisanal beverages. Inspired by her heritage and a memorable visit to a small Hong Kong coffee shop in January 2024, Kelly created Gaa Café as a testament to connection, community, and creativity. Cafe Gaa 9865-10 Baymeadows Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32256 read more

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Walked in to a very cute pink cafe. I ordered at the kiosk but was able to speak with the barista who was really kind and recommended a few different teas for me to try. I was in the mood for a latte so I got the banana pb latte and while $8 is a little high for a coffee I thought the flavor was absolutely wonderful. I'm so glad I ran into this place and will definitely be back whenever I'm in town read more

Gaa Cafe - Banana peanut butter latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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What a beautiful Cafe! It's so nice and pretty inside, makes you want to stay awhile! We went for their new year celebration and dragon dancers, so cool! We loved it and wish for much success in the coming year! They were very busy of course but we got a few things, loved the drink, a coffee latte so good! The food stuff was unique we tried the potato salad sandwich with chicken breast and cheese, then it's pressed, it was quite tasty! The red bean buns were so cute but tasted terrible. The French toast was also quite good! Will love to come back read more

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My 10 year old daughter loved it and I did too. Try the banana and black sesame latte.

Such a cute Hong Kong coffee/tea shop!! They offer a huge variety of coffee/tea options, but not as much food. For breakfast, it was mainly sweet items. I got the hot latte in a cone cup that was small but interesting. Decent coffee. The chicken floss egg tart was a LOT SMALLER than in the picture. It's only 5cm in diameter... interesting flavors but probably won't order it again. The staff was really nice but did take some time to get my items especially when there was only one other person there. read more

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I ordered the iced cotton candy vanilla latte. It is so delicious! I was leaving RADIFI Credit Union and the cafe caught my eye. I have been wanting to visit here for a while. Iam not sure of the hours, but I parked and took a chance. Yes! They were open. There is definitely one good thing about retirement-you have more time to go places. Come here and visit-you won't be sorry. You'll be happy you did. I know it's hard to start a business, but everything is perfect! Great planning Kelly Lei! Pros:everything Cons:none Recommend? I challenge everyone to pay her a visit. Great place. read more

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Cute new cafe in the area. We got there a little close to closing time so I think we missed out on some deserts but we were able to get an egg tart and a pineapple bun. I would recommend the pineapple bun, it was so delicious and the bun had a perfect sweetness and fluffiness. The strawberry matcha was delicious it had a perfect amount of strawberry and matcha. The ube espresso was ok, I think it was a bit earthy for me. It's in a plaza so there's plenty of parking. We came a the day before Valentine's Day and they had a sign outside their door saying they were hosting a speed dating event. SO I would keep track of the events they're hosting! read more

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I've been wanting to try Gaa Cafe for awhile. Today was the day! As I walked up to the restaurant I noticed a huge pink coffee mug outside with flowers inside of it! It was the cutest outside decor piece I've seen in a while. I liked the ambiance of the little cafe. It's super cozy and cutely decorated. They have two kiosks for you to order from. I love the kiosks because you can view all of the details and pictures of the offerings. I had issues with my Apple Pay so I went to the register and the young lady cheerfully took my order. I placed my order and waited about 10 minutes for my foo. They make pretty much everything as soon as you order it. Excellent sign that you're going to enjoy the food! I ordered: a matcha latte with Carmel syrup and whole milk. I was hoping for a more earthy taste amd creamy taste. I didn't taste the Carmel syrup at all. I will try the coffee and tea on future visits. Shrimp & Rice Vermicelli $5.99 Super duper fantastic! I will order two next time. Absolutely fantastic! It was certainly fresh and it tasted authentically made. House made egg tart with house made whipped cream marshmallow on top. $5.99 So incredibly cute and definitely delicious. It was a fun eat. 10/10 will order AGAIN! I enjoyed this little cafe so much! read more

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I am going to give it a 5.5/10 for overall flavors and my own tastes... however I have no idea what a Hong Kong coffee shop is supposed to taste , therefore is this is your vibe you should still check them out! I got the biscoff latte half sweet and it didn't taste like much of anything - I would like to try it normal as maybe they don't use a lot of sugar so I wouldn't have gotten half sweet! The buns were a little bit different than I expected. I thought there would be a lot less breading and more filling. They were okay flavor to my taste buds! 6.5/10! The inside was super cute. You do order on a screen and pay with card at the screen. The employee working did not look at me or speak to me ! Again I'm not sure if it's a part of the culture of this type of cafe so that's okay with me. The service was still quick ! read more

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Kelly, the owner, was so nice. You order at a kiosk, so take your time looking cause there is plenty to pick from. We tried a little bit of everything. I got the black sesame banana latte, which I loved! My sister got the chocolate banana iced drink. Also good. For food, we got the potato salad toast, the mini pancake set, and the scallion cucumber donut. My top choices were the scallion and the black sesame latte. The dish was sooo good. I would've picked a spicier option, it was that good. The mini pancakes are such a good treat as well. Paired nicely with the drink. The cafe itself is very cute and comfortable. The aesthetic is very adorable and lots of space. I can see myself studying for. The cafe. I'll definitely be back to visit. read more

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Beautiful and cute cafe located in Baymeadows. This cafe is serving a variety of unique flavored coffees such as Creamy Black Sesame Banana Latte, Ube Latte, Rose Strawberry Latte, Iced Cotton Candy Vanilla Latte, and so much more! Not to mention their pastries and small plates that I have not seen in any other coffee shops. My favorites are the egg tart, pineapple bun, donut with cream filling (not sweet! I loved it!) and cream cheese pastry! They also offer delicious small plates such as beef, lamb, and duck bao buns, century eggs, spicy Sichuan cucumber donuts, tofu suki, and many more dishes I can't wait to try the next time I visit. Definitely stop by and support this locally owned business, I highly recommended! read more

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Fun and whimsical place with lots of options and so much more to look at. Enjoyed my hot ginger rose latte.. I opted for 25% sweetened.. which is a nice option to have.. but as much as I enjoyed the taste overall I did not taste any ginger. Super sweet barista who made our drinks with love and care for sure. Will have to try food the next time we go in.. but we plan to return for sure. read more

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I wanted to go try this place since it recently opened and from the photos, it looked really good! So when I got here I was very excited. The place is small and you place your order on the kiosk. I ordered the hot matcha latte, pineapple bun, and strawberry Nutella pistachio toast. The matcha was a disappointment for me. Honestly, I didn't really taste much of anything. It tasted more watered down and not much of a matcha taste. The pineapple bun had taro in it, and it was delicious. As foe the toast, they forgot about it, because I waited for it, but it never came. When I went up to check on the status of it, the toast wasn't even made it, and was told they would make it right away. So I told them to not worry about it because I needed to go, and got a refund for it. Overall, it was ok. It didn't really wow me like I thought it would. I'll stop by again another time to give them a try again woth something different. But overall, first experience here was alright. read more

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I enjoyed my black sesame banana latte. The service was nice and sweet. The food came out promptly but we ordered before 11 so it was a limited menu. The restaurant is cute and comfy - lots of natural lighting and seating. read more

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My husband picked up coffee for us from Gaa Cafe, and it was absolutely delicious! He ordered the Cookies & Cream, and I had the Biscoff Latte. It wasn't overly sweet and was surprisingly filling. The café itself is adorable and somewhat tucked away, which adds to its charm. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. read more

Gaa Cafe - Vanilla Biscoff cream latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Coffee tasted great, but I don't think the pastries were worth the price. On the ordering tablet, the picture showed three waffles for around $5 and some change. However, when my order came out, there was only one small waffle. All of the pastries were very small and priced similarly to other coffee shops like Starbucks. The difference is that Starbuck sandwiches and pastries are usually a reasonable size that matches the price. Overall, I was very disappointed with the portion sizes of the pastries. read more

Gaa Cafe - Very disappointed -- the menu showed three waffles, but I only got one small waffle. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

This place is sooo cute and ascetically pleasing. The service is also super cool. They have a cute kiosk you can order from. The have a service station with sugar, cream and other condiments. We ordered the pineapple bun, the latte coffee and a cream cheese pastry. It doesnt taste like a heavy cream cheese its more of a whipped cream. It's so delicious. I will be back for another visit! read more

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Such a great Hong Kong cafe' with the best French toast. Such a great brunch spot. I recommend the cotton candy latte. Don't forget to mix drink. The service is slower but that's because everything is made to order. This place is a place to relax and would be perfect to work on your laptop or meet a few girlfriends here to gab. The decor is sooo cute and girly. I love visiting and will be back soon. read more

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I really like this coffee shop, even tho it's a bit of a drive from where I live. I usually suggest this place if I want to hang out with some friends. It's got a chill vibe and the coffee is yummy and the pastries are tasty. I haven't ordered any food yet but I will try to next time. I also wanna try their tea selection but I always end up getting their coffee. The decor is so cute and Kelly, the owner, is very nice. There's plenty of parking and the hours are good. I recommend giving this place a try! read more

What a cute little coffee shop! There are 2 available kiosk to place your order with so many drink and pastry options to choose from. I love how they had pictures per menu item. The service was stellar and the food and drinks were yummy! I will be visiting again soon to try the other items on the menu. read more

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Food was amazing. Both the waffle and french toast had a nice firm outside and fluffy airy inside. My favorite was the french toast. The staff was so nice and welcoming. Will most definitely be back. read more

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This was a wonderful experience. I got the cookies and cream latte and an eclair and it was amazing!! The coffee and pastry came quickly, and was reasonably priced. Nice food, nice vibe, and the owner is a wonderful woman! I will definitely be back . read more

Wasn't sure what kind of food they had just from the name but it's now one of my favorite quick breakfast cafe spots! Great environment inside. Fast, clean, nice service. Super cute & suuuuper delicious. I love their treats! read more

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Gaa Cafe is a new woman-owned coffee shop that just opened on Baymeadows Rd. It's the perfect spot for a sweet coffee date with the gals- cute and cheery. I enjoyed an iced cotton candy vanilla (50% sweet) latte and a tasty egg tart. read more

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Super cute new cafe! I'm not a big coffee drinker but i tried the strawberry rose latte (made with fresh strawberries, wish i took a pic) and ube latte and both were delicious and the perfect level of sweetness! We also tried the egg custart tart, coconut pastry, and strawberry nutella toast (the toast was huge and can definitly be shared with 2-3 people) which were all yummy! Their grand opening is on nov 14! read more

Oh hell, no this place is terrible. First of all there was nobody inside and when I when we did go to look for items in the little kiosk, they have there. She then later said oh we don't have anything after she charged us and they make you pay for a tip. No, after we ordered some simple coffees. This shit was nasty. We had to go to Starbucks to get a good cup of coffee do not go there do not be fooled. read more

I had seen this cafe recommended on the Popup Bagels passport card and the new spots in Jacksonville list posted by Yelp. I was in the area running an errand on a rainy day, so I decided to stop by. When I walked in, I was impressed by the beauty of the place, with pink, delicate decorations, gold, and marble. I was warmly greeted when I walked in, even though I was the only one in there for a few minutes. I was going to order at the counter, but I was directed to the kiosks by the wall for ordering. They have an extensive menu of drinks and food, along with options for speed dating and additional deals. I chose the drink of the day, an iced salted caramel honey latte and the Hong Kong egg tart. For both, it was around $12. I was able to pay with my Google Wallet and sit down at a table. The barista brought me my drink and food and said if I needed additional sugar to let her know. The egg tart was small but it was beautifully prepared. It had a crispy crust to it and the egg wasn't too much but was light and fluffy. The coffee was strong but it had the right amount of flavoring and milk in it. I was able to sit and enjoy the tart with part of my coffee at the cafe before needing to leave. I thought the food and drink was excellent and the service outstanding. read more

GAA Cafe is a cozy Hong Kong style cha chaan teng, where eastern flavors and western preferences blend, where old and new friends find safe harbor and where attention is never compromised. Every order is proudly served to customer taste, with a solicitous smile. Welcome to GAA! --- Rafael read more

Adorable cafe, delicious treats, and cozy atmosphere! Definitely worth supporting this small business. read more

Gaa Cafe - Tiramisu matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I'm not usually one to make reviews online, but the customer service was very nice! The lady sitting in the corner was very attentive to everybody in the cafe and the service was very quick! read more

WOW factor as soon as you drive by this bright cafe! Walk inside and you already feel like you're somewhere whimsical with the tasteful bright colors and jaw dropping chandelier! Place your customizable order on their touch screen and grab a seat and get ready to wow your taste buds! Their orange Americano is DELISH! Their spicy tofu is not for the weak (hello Szechuan peppers) and then take your pallet on a wonderful sweet adventure sampling their pastries! Egg tarts and pineapple buns are my fav.....so far! Can't wait to go back! read more

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This place looks so cute! The staff are so sweet and friendly. Everything was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend it and would definitely come back again! read more

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I loved my coffee experience there and will go back to try their other unique coffee drinks and food options.

I ordered online for pickup a strawberry matcha latte and a coconut hot latte and they were both terrible the matcha latte had a lot of the powder sitting at the bottom the matcha itself was a very light colored green which means it's usually not good matcha quality and strawberry jam sticking to the sides after mixing enough it tasted like a sweet but earthy medicine (there's a lot I can tolerate even if it's bad but this was terrible) idk I've never tasted a matcha that tasted like this while drinking it I also got a lot of chunks of powders mixed with jam and the coconut latte had no sugar even though I put 50% sweetness and had no coconut flavor this was the worst matcha latte & coconut latte I've ever had and a waste of $20 read more