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    iJAVA Cafe

    4.3 (875 reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Brisket Breakfast Burrito
    G. Ron D.

    A short walk from the downtown Hilton San Jose. Fast, friendly service and a good variety of breakfast offerings. I enjoyed a brisket burrito served with a mildly spicy, slightly sweet hot sauce and a side of fresh fruit with a sprinkling of chili-lime seasoning. Absolutely excellent and quite filling. The coffee was notable, as well - a dark roast that was smoother than expected with just a hint of dark-roast bitterness. Worth a visit if you're downtown.

    Poached egg Benedict
    Amanda N.

    It's so hard to find a breakfast restaurant around San Jose with long wait times. THIS PLACE HITS!! *Food* Everything is so delicious I got the post egg Benedict and my boyfriend got a egg and cheese turkey croissant so good well made and wait time was not long at all. We did have one egg that was supposed to be poached but the manager egg that was supposed to be poached but the manager came out and gladly replaced for running poached eggs. Really appreciate it *ambience* Really cute inside and plenty of street parking

    Asian Chicken Salad

    Beverages and treats here are always good. First time trying a salad and it did not disappoint. Nice balance of chicken and lettuce and the dressing amount was just right. Looking forward to trying more menu options. Comfortable, well-lit place to enjoy a meal or coffee. Staff are always friendly as well. Thank you

    Egg turkey cheese croissant minus the best ingredient
    Courtney S.

    We have been coming here for years and it used to be the best breakfast spot in the South Bay. But we have noticed the quality has been going downhill in the last year or so. We order the egg/turkey/cheese croissant sandwich. And each time we noticed less and less eggs and then today NO EGGS in an egg breakfast sandwich. Honestly made us laugh. I called them to rectify it and they put me on hold and then hung up. I know it's not easy running a business but we really miss the quality this place used to have.

    Power Scramble Bowl
    Danica L.

    Oh this cute little place is so yummmmm. I always crave healthy breakfast food and found the perfect Power Bowl they serve here and it's so simple and delicious!!! Such a healthy complete meal and I seriously can't find another restaurant that serves something quick, easy, and guilt free as this. In my opinion the surrounding area does seem just a little too busy and sketchy for my liking but inside, the ambiance is very cozy. You can definitely study, meet, or do work here. Haven't tried any of their other beverages or food options yet but will definitely be back!!!

    Inside
    Darroll L.

    iJava remains one of our favorite breakfast locations. They have a great variety of dishes and drinks. Our goto favorites are: (1) the Power Scramble w/ Egg Whites and (2) the Cumin Rice with Turkey Bacon There are many excellent wraps, burritos, plates, and sides on the menu.

    Power scramble and coconut latte
    Ray M.

    Everything on the menu looked delicious, I wanted something fairly healthy for breakfast. The person behind the counter was very nice and she recommended the power scramble and it was great. Chicken, eggs, spinach, sweet potato among other things. I topped it off with a coconut latte, which was also very good. Definitely recommend.

    Menu
    Patti W.

    This place is a like a little oasis in a busy intersection. It's warm and welcoming. The food is really fresh and made with care. We had the vegetarian crepe, kids grilled cheese, and an apricot tart. They were all delicious!

    Crab Cake Benedict and "French Toast"
    diane d.

    iJava Café - A Crab Cake Benedict Masterpiece (but skip the "French Toast") I come to iJava regularly and honestly, it's for one dish only: the crab cake Benedict. I've tried this dish at countless breakfast spots across the Bay Area, and iJava serves the best version--if you order it right. My order: Crab cake Benedict On a croissant Spinach on the side Hollandaise sauce on the side Why? Because the spinach is overly cheesy and strong, which overwhelms the delicate crab flavor. The "hollandaise" sauce isn't traditional--it's very thick, almost like a rich flavored spread, not the classic silky version. I skip it entirely and enjoy the crab and croissant on their own. When made this way, the crab cake Benedict is absolute perfection. Flaky croissant, real crab, and no overpowering extras. Now, about the French toast... iJava boldly claims to have the best French toast in the Bay Area. A manager even challenged me to try it, offering it on the house if I didn't like it. Someone who looked like the owner walked by and said, "I love our French toast--it's like bread pudding." That's exactly why I didn't like it. It is bread pudding. There's no cinnamon, no crisp edges, and it's drenched in vanilla syrup and fruit. They even bake their own baguette in-house specifically for this dish, but it's soaked in vanilla milk until soggy. Personally, I think they'd save time and money just using croissant or brioche, add the cinnamon in the custard before soaking. At least those would feel more like actual French toast.

    Delicious Mexicali Breakfast Burrito
    Joseph S.

    Nice, modern vibe and relaxing tunes. Burrito was just I wanted - a little sweet and a little spicy. Worth the 15 walk from my downtown hotel.

    Love to check out new places and they did not disappoint. Pistachio Latte, never had one before and it was so good with my guac toast.
    Stephen H.

    Incredible service and food from a local small business. You can't go wrong with pistachio latte and guac and toast.

    Tina K.

    Right on the corner by the entrance to 87 with street parking options. We came in and only waited a few minutes to order. The barista was super sweet and took our order. The matcha was delicious and the presentation was beautiful. We shared a brisket burrito which comes with a side of fruit or salad and had great flavor and was very filling.

    Mexicali Burrito
    Valerie M.

    I used to live next door to this location. It's always pretty busy, it closes early, parking can be found might have to be down the street though. however the vibe is so warm and friendly. Honestly this review is solely for the Mexicali burrito. Such a bomb burrito, I picked it because of the name and my mom being from Mexicali. Wow what a blessing to have found this burrito, the green tortilla, the avocado, the SWEET POTATOES! Stop playing with me. With the side of fruits. Stop playing with me. So good please try sooooo good.

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    So happy you enjoyed our coffee and space. Please come again!

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    The short rib breakfast burrito is to die for, the coffee selection is great. Don't let the location fool you!

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    This is my favorite breakfast spot in San Jose! Everything I've ever tried from here is always amazing, and the staff is so friendly.

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    Ask the Community - iJAVA Cafe

    What do you add in your Coconut Cream Latte for sweetness: sugar, syrup or condensed milk? I dont want it to be sweet how should I customize it? Thanks

    It's a powder-based mix. Just let the barista know you like your Coconut Cream Latte "Light Sweet" and we'll make it to suit your taste. Cheers!

    I don't want to leave my dog in the car or tied to a post outside while ordering. Can I hold my dog inside while ordering?

    Sure! We love friendly dogs!

    Are you open on thanksgiving?

    This location is open 365 days per year. We haven't closed for even a day since we opened our doors in 2012,

    Is there parking?

    There is street parking as well as their back parking structure.

    I want to get my signature drink I wasn't able to get it and I want to purchase it when I want a vet to get it cuz I did my survey?

    You will need to purchase two meals for the free signature drink. And they do not discriminate. So veterans AND veterinarians are allowed. Now about how you decided to phrase your question??!!🤔

    Do you have a catering service?

    Yes. Please visit www.iJAVAcafe.com/catering for some of our most popular catering options.

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    4.3(992 reviews)
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    I've been craving some Vietnamese coffee and I've been wanting to try this spot for a while so here…read moreI am. I ordered their Eggspresso Hanoi. It was nice and creamy and the slight salt like taste balanced out their coffee well. I also liked the foam and I'm not even a foam person lol. Ordering here is pretty easy. They have an iPad you can order from, or you can just order from them up front. This spot looks like a great place to study. They have e a lot of tables available. The parking lot is a decent size. It can probably get lowkey busy depending on what time you come. Definitely will be back to try more drinks. Try it out if you like. :)

    This is my second time getting Lacaphe. First time was in-store and it was solid, good flavor, full…read moreportions. With how much a drink costs, I would think that I'm getting a full cup. DoorDashed an order for my coworkers and I. Their drinks were full, but mine wasn't. Safety tape was still on. I got the Coconut. Flavor is good, but the portion is not. Suppose to also come with grass jelly. I thought, maybe they forgot the jelly. Nope. I dug around for it and they didn't forget, it was just an extremely small amount. Less ice meant remove ice and leave cup empty I guess. How much does another 4oz of coffee and milk cost? Cents. Alternative would've been to fill the space with more grass jelly. Also cheap to do. What. A. Disappointment. If you're thinking about trying this place out, purchase in-store for when they're being stingy, you can get it fixed.

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    Morning Lobby - Bacon burrito

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    The Matcha and Coffee were both delicious!! Tasted super high quality and well made. Their food was…read morealso very fresh and tastes home-cooked. Service was amazing and quick as well. Great sit down or to-go option.

    I am so pleased with my experience here! Everything was phenomenal…read more We loved the birria breakfast burrito. I think it was the best breakfast burrito I've ever had. The whole ensemble of textures and flavors came together very well - it also came with these two aioli type of sauces that really elevated the burrito. The bacon egg and cheese sandwich was also delicious, even reheated on the second day. The bun was airy and the bacon was thick and crispy. We also shared truffle tots, which came as plain tots with truffle parmesan. Also delicious. The vienna latte was my favorite drink. The cocoa dusted cream top reminded me of tiramisu, my favorite. The double shot of espresso was rich and strong, and still carried through the thick cream top. The raspberry matcha special had a pleasant raspberry punch but it was too tart overall for my preference. It can get quite noisy, including in their new indoor/outdoor seating area. The line outside can look daunting but it moves quickly. Service was great! We paid about $28pp total. Would love to try the rest of their menu!

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    Moonwake Coffee Roasters

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    4.5(388 reviews)
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    Came here with a friend in the late afternoon to catch up 2 hours before closing. The store was…read morePACKED. There was a mix of people studying, working, and chatting with friends; it's a very lively community spot. Despite how chaotic it was, the space was generally clean and the service was great. The cashier made sure to get our names and address us by them. The decor is beautiful, feeling intentionally designed. I thought it was really cool that they have a slow coffee bar area specifically for pour overs (I think) where tech isn't allowed, so people are just supposed to sit and enjoy their coffee. I've never seen that before in a coffee shop. The menu is extensive. Since it was later in the day, the baked goods were half off, which was a nice surprise. I got a blueberry latte and an Asian fusion focaccia bread. Blueberry latte - I liked this! The blueberry flavor was subtle and not overly sweet or artificial tasting. It added a light fruity note to the coffee without overpowering it. Fusion focaccia bread - This was tasty, but I felt the original price was steep ($12). My piece was around 6" x 3". The shiitake mushroom flavor was strong and I loved the addition of scallions and Chinese sausage sprinkled throughout the bread. Overall, this is such a cool addition to coffee culture in the South Bay. It feels like shop from a big city like SF, NYC, or Chicago instead of little ol' SJ. The ambiance and options are solid, and it has a vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. You can be a casual coffee drinker or a coffee snob and it will be a satisfying experience.

    There was a line when I went, but the food/drinks rolled out in a timely manner. Solid spot for…read morecoffee and unique fusion pastries! - BlackBerry toasted coconut latte hot : Not my fav combo. Taste like sour coffee with coconut shavings. - Cardamom orange latte hot: Surprisingly good like a creamy orange coffee. - Egg sando: I like the added trout caviar, adds a nice pop of color and flavor. - Shio pan: Very good crispy outside and soft inside. I will say the black salt on the top was a lil strong. I didn't realize and took one huge bite of salt and ended up having to scrape some off the rest of the bread - Gochujang corn cheese scallion focaccia: Very big, generous slice. I would like more corn cheese throughout the bread. Good service, nice space with seating, but can get busy. Please do clean up after yourself if you decided to sit.

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    shop is on the corner of a bustling plaza. its clean and well lit -- love the ambiance. it was…read moresuper packed the time I had gone -- which was around rush hour. service was great. thanks alex for the fast service. coffee was also great. ordered a medium roast iced americano and my sister ordered the madagascar latte. definitely fixed my coffee fix today.

    WOOF WOOF i would get on all fours and bark for that cortado. i think it was a med roast from…read morehonduras. YUM perfect extraction i got BAM chocolate and then BAM berry-ish fruity drydown. milk was a touch firm but i don't even care cause that espresso turned me into sabrina carpenter. uhh i also got the salted honey latte but couldn't taste the salt nor the honey so taking off half a star for that baristas were nice, the place smells of freshly roasted beans, and like 75% of their machines are automated. that's where the other half is going off. why are we enabling a robot takeover HELLO i want barista special special touch in my drink. never mind that sounds weird but i hope you guys know what i mean. overall nice place, may be difficult to find parking as its in that mitsuwa plaza. BADDIES EVERYWHERE!!! drink coffee and walk around later and look at all the cool fashionable people

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    The Orange Tabby is a cozy, low-key spot that does a few things really well. It focuses on…read morehigh-quality matcha, hojicha, and espresso drinks, and that focus shows in every cup. Everything feels intentional. The drinks are smooth, well-balanced, and clearly made with care. Whether you're getting a matcha or an espresso, the quality stands out right away. I also appreciate that they encourage bringing a reusable cup. It fits the whole vibe of the place, thoughtful, minimal, and community-oriented. The space itself is small but super inviting. It's perfect for a quiet coffee run or a relaxed catch-up. No tips expected. They bring you your craft drink. Service +! If you're looking for a full food menu, this isn't that kind of café, but if you want really well-crafted drinks in a cozy setting, this place delivers.

    I really wanted to like this place but unfortunately it fell short for me -- the matcha here is…read moreonly served with oat milk, I was told there is no option to get regular milk. I personally do not like oat milk so this factor already prevented me from enjoying my drink I ordered a matcha with cream top and even though they seem to use good quality matcha, the matcha flavor itself wasn't very strong so the drink tasted very watered down I do like the concept of them being more eco-friendly but the hassle of bringing my own cup to avoid the upcharge, in addition to the slow service and oat milk only option is discouraging me from wanting to visit again

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    4.3(351 reviews)
    4.6 miEast San Jose
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    Matcha should be THIS green! We tried the guava li-hing matcha and mango sticky rice matcha, and…read morewere highly impressed with the quality and flavor of their ceremonial matcha. Each drink is hand-whisked, so well worth the wait. Their cold foams were delicious and super flavorful as well. I was so excited to try the mango sticky rice matcha, as I hadn't seen this flavor anywhere else. The drink has a creamy salted coconut milk cold foam on top and some mango puree and glutinous rice on the bottom. Once everything was mixed, the mango flavor does get lost unfortunately. But still, the drink was amazing and rich. The guava li-hing matcha was sooo vibrant! I loved how the tropical flavor of the guava cold foam sprinkled with li-hing balanced out the earthy matcha. I've tried other guava matchas with guava puree on the bottom rather than cold foam on top, but I definitely prefer the latter to preserve the matcha flavor. The employees were kind and we came on a weekday afternoon with a short wait. Order at a kiosk. Limited seating inside. I wouldn't say this is an ideal study spot, but it is very aesthetic and bright. Parking was not a problem since this location is in a plaza.

    I really wanted to love this spot more, especially since you can see that each matcha drink is…read morehand-whisked with so much care. It is clear they prioritize quality in their preparation, but unfortunately, the drinks themselves did not quite deliver for me. I tried the Banana Matcha and the Pandan Matcha to get a feel for their specialty options. Both drinks had a beautiful, vibrant green color that looked very promising, but the flavors did not quite live up to the aesthetic. The Banana Matcha tasted a bit watered down and lacked that rich, earthy matcha taste I look for. The Pandan Matcha was a bit more balanced in terms of flavor, but the overall texture of both drinks felt a bit off. While I appreciate the craftsmanship and the visual appeal of the drinks, the flavor profile just was not quite there this time. It's a nice spot overall, but I would love to see a bit more richness in the lattes to match the quality of the whisking.

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    Chromatic Coffee - Chocolate chip cookie

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    4.3(460 reviews)
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    I've been coming here with my pup a few times a week for a little over two months now, and it's…read morequietly become my default "get things done" spot. The place has this worn-in, artistic, slightly scruffy charm.. idk if I'm describing it right. It's like... the kind of hangout where people come for a quick catchup each other but end up drifting in and out of nice, long conversations. Like.. the morning version of going out for drinks. Instead of cocktails, it's cappuccinos and spearmint lavender tea. same energy. Nothing feels overly polished, which is exactly why it feels comfortable. The music is one of my favorite parts. Very eclectic in the best way! I'm very particular with music and have an inside joke with my wife about hijacking the Bluetooth at certain places to play some "actual music" but damn. Find myself removing my headphones to listen to what they have playing. Sometimes I feel like I'm inside an NPR segment. Lol The coffee and tea have been consistently tasty. Great espresso, tasty tea options, and no one rushes you out. just gentle background life happening around you. Another shoutout to the staff. Literally EVERYONE has been amazing and they're always in such great moods. In return, all the customers are super friendly too. Love it :)

    I used to absolutely love Chromatic Coffee. Unfortunately, as they've grown, the experience has…read morereally declined--especially in service. The baristas seem poorly trained, and they don't have a solid process anymore. They've expanded their space, but that just makes the wait and confusion worse. I recently was in their new space and ordered two simple cold brews--no modifications. Where they used to pour it straight from the tap, now they treat it like a latte--and everything takes forever. If you want to linger in their aesthetic (albeit chilly) space, maybe that's fine. But if you just want takeaway coffee, be prepared to invest 20-30 minutes. It's no longer the quick, quality stop it once was.

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    Chromatic Coffee - Found the entrance

    Found the entrance

    Chromatic Coffee - Mango raspberry pastry

    Mango raspberry pastry

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    Playback Coffee - Decaf Iced Maple Spice Latte ($8) + Matcha Latte w/ extra shot ($9)

    Playback Coffee

    3.9(188 reviews)
    0.7 miDowntown
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    Playback coffee is always my go to spot if I need to go study or get work done. They are located in…read moreSan Pedro Square so they have large tables with outlets. It can get busy so if you can't work in a noisy environment, this might not be it for you. I love their fun drink options, and they have both good coffee and matcha. They have a self serve kiosk or you can order with a barista, but they are always quick and consistent with drinks!

    A great place to wfh, but it is on the pricey side!…read more Playback is a cafe located right in the San Pedro Square area. Parking is close, but you will need to pay after 90 minutes (which can get pricey if you plant there). I want to call out that the decor of Playbook has not changed much from that of Voyager's resident there. The only big difference is the vinyl that you get your drinks out of (which is a small change). When you get to Playback, there is a kiosk located near the front entry to order drinks. While this is convenient and typical for drink places, I do think it removes the homey feel to cafes that you get when you can interact with their baristas, and the layer of community is a bit disconnected. While I was there, I ordered the Teddy Graham latte to try out since it seemed like one of their staple drinks when I did my research. The drink itself was good, toasted, with a nice subtle graham flavor. I would say though for $9 per drink, it was overpriced. Overall, to be honest, this is a good area to work, and study with friends, I would come back here for this alone. I would think of the extra drink cost as work from home fee/tax. :)

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    Playback Coffee - Outdoor seating

    Outdoor seating

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