This drive-thru coffee spot has been around since I was a kid. My mom would always get us Lemonade Slushes and let us sip her Hugs Mocha (blended of course). For the non-caffeine oriented friends they have a generous Italian Soda; they let you add as many syrups as you want! Today I got the peach & blackberry combo with whipped cream :) read more

Hot Java Cafe - Italian Soda (peach & blackberry) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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Love love love this gem! It is a drive thru (window on both sides) coffee place. The coffee is always delicious and served with a smile. Each and every time we go (at least 2 Saturdays a month) we are greeted with a warm and friendly person. They are quick in making the drinks and getting them out to you. I love that they always have cute decor on the outside of the building for whatever holiday is coming up. Definitely ask a punch card which is buy 11 drinks and get $2 off the next. They also have other drinks than coffee (Red Bull based, lemonades, Italian soda, etc) which is nice to see. I like the seasonal drinks too! Definitely recommend! read more

Hot Java Cafe - Iced vanilla latte (sugar free) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

One of my FAVORITE places to go to! Every time I'm near-by, it's a must stop. Amazing prices, good sizes, and great service! I always recommend this place to everyone read more

Hot Java Cafe - Almond Roca Shaken Espresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

I got the Rebull Aloha (strawberry something and passionfruit) it was my first time there ever and I just started a job in the same parking lot. Super happy with this new spot, can't beat the price. You can walk up and order too I asked, but maybe pick when it's not busy of cars. read more

Hot Java Cafe - Rebull Aloha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

I haven't been here for a while. When I finally had some time, I decided to stop by and grab myself an iced coffee. To be exact an Iced Carmel Mountain Latte. My passenger at the time got a Mango Fruit Smoothie. This place is located in the same plaza as Grocery Outlet and PetCo. It's a drive thru, and you can go on both sides, which is very convenient. The barista was friendly and made our drinks pretty quick. The coffee itself was made just right. It wasn't too sweet and wasn't too carmelly (is that a word? Haha). It hit my coffee craving for the day. The Mango smoothie was good too. It tasted a bit sweet, but was a nice healthy alternative. When you pass by this little spot and feel like a drink, drive on by and order something! read more

Hot Java Cafe - Carmel Mountain Latte, very good - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

Drink was great and very affordable. Service was on the slower side but there weren't many employees. A longer wait time for good coffee at a great price is a good trade off. This is my new go-to! read more

Hot Java Cafe - Outside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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I love this place! We prefer this place time and time again. And they have a stamp card! The ladies who take your order are always nice and quick. It is a drive up only type location. Drinks are always great! During the winter I love their hot white chocolate drink. read more

Hot Java Cafe - Iced white mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

Cute little drive through spot. Super quick and friendly service. My white mocha was delicious. Highly recommended if you like to support the small local businesses. read more

I ordered a hazelnut latte & my husband, a hot chocolate. We both liked our drinks and the woman who helped us was very nice and welcoming.

Hidden gem! Wish they had homemade whipped cream/ like their menu of drinks, but + Peet's whipped cream. I'd never be able to stay away.

Iced hazelnut and Irish cream is my GO TO!! Definitely recommend trying it out, friendly staff as well!

Delicious every time! And they also have really good breakfast croissants/ scones etc.. The service is always great and makes me want to come back! It's overall good coffee coming from an unexpected quaint drive-through. read more

Great quality espresso and prices are great! They have a variety of syrups which is a plus for me! And The girlies there are always nice. read more

I've been coming here since I was 15 years old and today is the first time the coffee was just nasty, so I drove back and ask the girl if she could please remake the coffee as it tasted wrong. She said yes of course and asked what was wrong and I told her it was bitter and tasted like Burt coffee. She proceeded to make me a new drink and stated she might have only put half of the white mocha powder and I said maybe that's it. When she handle the coffee to me I told her I never complained ever and that this is the first time and as they have awesome prices I work very hard for my money and she said well I've been on my feet all day making coffee maybe that's why. I just thanked her again and pulled away. I am a CNA and I had just come off an 18 hour shift on my feet walking over 17 miles, climbed 23 flights of stairs, standing for 20 hours of the day! I'm tired but that doesn't mean I'm going to treat my patients like crap. I guess I was just taken back by her a little bit and just the way she talked to me at the end made me feel like I was trash even asking to remake my order. read more

Hot Java Cafe - adding white chocolate to my drink and to my daughter's coffee she added white chocolate and hot chocolate packet. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

lowkey lil spot in the petco parking lot. it's a lil drive thru coffee thing which is very cool. nah but it was like 40 degrees at 8 in the morning. i was on the brink of hypothermia so im like hey let me look on yelp for some good coffee spots and i see that this is close to me. so im like shi ill give it a try to alleviate my hypothermia bc its cold as a mug. alr but i pull thru and was immediately greeted by the employee and she even asked how i was doing. very nice employee. ok but i ordered the hot white mocha 20oz and it was like $4 and some change which is a really good deal considering coffee prices be atrociously crazy nowadays. they were rly quick to make it as well which is a plus. but the white mocha had pretty good flavor tho. not the best i've had but still delicious man. man ion even order hot drinks like that but i was j cold asf lol. but their drinks are relatively affordable too which is coo. worth a try if ur in the area! read more

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The drinks were good I have tried their iced hugs mocha , white chocolate, and infused Red Bull! Their coffee is good a just a tad bit watery for me nor strong for me but that's just me. I'll tell you the infused Red Bull ( Red Bull w cream) is very good! I don't remember the flavor we got because the sweet lady that works there helped us pick our flavor! She always gives you a stamp card and she's very sweet and helpful + patient! Will be coming back :) read more

Hot Java Cafe - Iced Hugs Mocha , sz 20oz - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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"Holy faaaa that's good." -My first words after trying an Iced white mocha at Hot Java Cafe! I was so impressed I've been back a number of times. Unfortunately I have ONLY tried their iced white mochas, but they seem to have a lot of yummy drinks, especially the...specials! See my pic. I also love, and appreciate, that their "large" is actually LARGE!! It's sometimes hard to find coffee spots that have truly large drinks. And the price is definitely right!!! I think the large iced white mocha was about $5, which I find rather cheap. The large is even so big, I've actually been getting mediums. They are pretty fast too. I'm always shocked at how fast they are. The drive-thru is also so convenient. So far, I haven't gone wrong here! Now I just need to pull myself away from the iced white mochas and try something else!! read more

Hot Java Cafe - Yummy sounding specials! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

So glad I found this place! Excellent prices for coffee. Makes it feel affordable again. Espresso is overly acidic- could be due to the bean quality or machine calibration. I hope by seeing this review, they make that adjustment. read more

Glad I found this place the prices are great and the quality of the coffee is amazing. I tried the caramel mttn latte the flavor is perfect. The lady also had great customer service read more

Delicious coffee..Yess coffee..There speciality drink are amazing as well..The espresso is smooth yet strong and will get you going. If it's an iced latte with the foam and espresso you want they got you..If it's the sweet chocolatey hot mocha with whipped cream and espresso they got you.If you just want chocolate and espresso and other yumminess together in a blender with ice they got you.. Everything is so fresh so good..The service here is awesome very friendly and it's super clean inside and even outside. If you get your coffee here be prepared for something that taste like heaven and a vacation all in one..You have to get a coffee soon anyways..give them a chance read more

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Great Place for Coffee! Cheap with great Quality. Quality as in your white mocha will be made with the white chocolate powder instead of that super sweet syrup the larger franchises use. Baked goods are pretty good too, not the largest selection, but they have some good ones like bear claws, chocolate croissants, & monkey bread. If you are near Greenback stop in all the workers are friendly & it shows that they love their job. Shop small! & Support Locals read more

Hot Java Cafe - Fall Drinks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

I'm a virgin. Well, I was. I'm talking peanut butter cold coffee. I had it for the first time in my life! Ever. This is also my first time here at the drive thru hot java cafe. Not disappointed at all. That peanut butter Sri k is so delicious. Coffee is intended and it's not just a hint of peanut butter but I say I can taste 30 percent of it in the drink. Nothing thick floating. Just the right consistency where you can sip they your straw. I came here to get a hot mocha. On a hot day? You may say. I'm out of Italian creamer, I don't want to get out of the car to get one. Hence, the lazy way. And, out of curiously, I thought why not try the peanut butter drink too. The hot mocha is very well made. Young lady, you awesome! Thank you for making the drinks perfect. I'll be back. read more

Hot Java Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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I've been here 3 times. This is more of a convenience coffee stop than out of the way. Staff is usually friendly and helpful. My drinks were tasty but sometimes a bit sweet. Would go back and recommend. read more

Great service and friendly customer service!!!!!!! Thank you MOCHA HUGS‼ A Must try let's Goooooo read more

Based on my first time here, I tried the Hug which was a white chocolate dark chocolate mocha which was very sweet, but also very smooth and flavorful. The coffee in the iced mocha was not too strong, so next time I might get it with less syrups and sauce or add an extra shot of espresso as needed. The young lady was a knowledge barista who was was kind and respectful which I appreciate. She was also patient with my back and forth choices. She was able to suggest a couple popular options as well as her personal favorites. I can't wait to come back and try their other sweet drinks that are priced reasonably. I did go at an odd hour of the day so I was the only one in line, but I hope they do get the business they deserve. I would suggest that you try it out for yourself. read more

Hot Java Cafe - Hug : white chocolate dark chocolate iced mocha = smooth, flavorful, and sweet - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

Yummy espresso drinks. Genuinely friendly service. Great experience. Will definitely come here again. read more

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great coffee. great price. great service! i appreciated that the barista made me a drink catered towards my preferences when i asked for some recommendations. i loved the taste and it was so quick and convenient since it's a drive thru. would recommend to all in the area or when just stopping by. i got a small white mocha with almond milk and it was delicious. read more

Hot Java Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

Pretty good! The server was friendly and helpful with assisting in picking a drink. We ordered the iced coffee w/ vanilla & nutty Irishman. Between the two I surprisingly preferred the iced coffee w/ Vanilla. The java flavor was very smooth! This place is a drive-up and had a nice relaxed vibe! Would definitely come back. I want to try their chai next time. read more

The drinks were really good and affordable. I got not only myself something to wake up to but all my children something to drink as well.

One of my favorite coffee shops! The white mochas are the best, and I've never had a bad experience with any of the baristas. They've all been super friendly . Plus they always know my order read more

Loooooooove this spot! It's a drive-thru style quick coffee stop with great coffee and fantastic service. As many reviews have stated, a sip of the coffee and it's instant "aaaahhhh!! So good!" I typically get a vanilla latte or the Nutty Irishman. These baristas always great you with a smile and if you come here often they remember your drink order. They offer a frequent rewards card where you can get your 11th drink free, but also they are almost a dollar cheaper than Starbucks. I give the dollar I save as a tip to the baristas because they really are awesome. Sometimes they also gave a selection of fresh pastries too!! #supportlocalbusiness read more

My afternoon pick-me-up for the day was at Hot Java Cafe. I'm an afternoon hot Chai drinker as the spices and honey help sooth and calm my vocal chords. The Chai at Hot Java Cafe was just ok. Hot Java Cafe's Chai was somewhat watery and seemed to have sugar in it. I prefer a Chai to be rich, creamy, and sweetened with honey, but this one was none of the above. Going to get Chai at a coffee house can sometimes be a crap shoot as most coffee houses focus on .....well you know...coffee. On the other hand, the service was super quick and the Barista was very nice. She had a big smile on her face and was extremely accommodating. After I paid, the barista focused on finishing up my drink and handed it to me with a smile. Hot Java Cafe is super convenient as it is actually a drive through coffee hut. There are lanes on either side of the small building and the Barista sits in her small little workspace all day long with drive up windows on each side. Another convenient fact about Hot Java Cafe is the prime location. This little drive through coffee hut is located on the North side of Greenback just East of I-80 Its probably not more than 1/2 mile from the freeway. Although I didn't care for the Chai (which is why I gave it 3 stars) I do plan to give Hot Java Cafe another try and I will order a coffee drink next time. read more

Hot Java Cafe - My Small Chai. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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Obsessed is an understatement. This coffee shop is out of my way but I come here as often as I can. The best coffee and so cheap! I have never spent more than $5.50 here and that was for a 32oz! I always order the Cinderella - white mocha with pumpkin. So tasty and one of the girls always remembers my order and how I like it made! LOVE this coffee shop read more

Any other day I would hands down give this place a 6 out of 5 stars. Truly amazing staff other then this young one working now. I have been coming here for the last 11 years and normally its perfect. People very sweet and service really fast. Today I have been in line NO JOKE for 10 mins while this gal working is talking and flirting with the guy in the car in front of me. Still as I'm writing this she is still talking. I have turned my car off and on at least 3 times . Totally rude and I've allowed her to screw up my day. I just watched another car come and leave. This chick really is bad for business!! read more

I love Hot Java Cafe! I've been coming to them for my coffee needs for years. All the ladies are super nice and the drinks are really good. Our favorite is the Hugs Mocha :) read more

Pretty good drinks for the price I got a "specialty" latte, the Carmel Mtn Latte 20oz with an add shot and it was only $4.30 that's a cheaper price than a 12oz Latte from Starbucks. It was pretty tasty, not TOO sweet. If you like it super sweet have it regular without the add shot and it'll be perfect. My husband got a 12oz huge mocha and that was SUPER tasty too! I'll be back to try their blended drinks, infused Red Bull, and Italian sodas read more

Hot Java Cafe - Enjoying my yummy latte on this nice chilly morning - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Citrus Heights, California

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Best coffee spot in town! Better than Starbucks and Dutch. Their drinks are extra tasty I like it sweet and they never disappoint. I recommend the salted caramel iced white mocha. Oh and they are good size and fair pricing. Absolutely love xoxoxo read more

Literally best hidden coffee gem in the Sacramento area. Super nice staff and the coffee is amazing. So glad I found this place! I've been a regular since I moved here a year ago! read more

Very reasonable prices and quality isn't bad! Drive thru espresso. Convenient and pretty good!

Yum, yum, yum!! This place is a hole in the wall with a small structure so at first I was hesitant to try it out. I saw that there were several other cars in line which generally indicates a good sign. I waited just a few minutes (totally reasonable) and was not disappointed. I ordered a hug coffee - it was delicious. Affordable beverage was a bonus. $.25 fee for all card transactions. read more