Temp & Time is one of the underrated matcha tea shops! When you drive on El Camino Real, it may be…read moreeasy to miss as there is a small entryway to the parking lot for Temp & Time. The inside has such a pretty aesthetic, with a few inside tables to How to order is with an iPad kiosk, so card payment only. The menu selection is nice and simple, offering matcha and hojicha options. There are also small desserts like cheesecakes, cake rolls whole or slice and tiramisu. This tea shop is nice to go to after work to relax and decompress for a bit. Items my coworker and I ordered- * Hojicha Strawberry Latte - light sweet, soy milk and less ice. Rating 5/5 * Hojicha Cake Roll slice. Rating 5/5 * Matcha Latte - light sweet, oat milk, less ice. Rating 5/5

Cute place that is tucked away behind Drunken Monk izakaya. I came here for a mommy daughter date…read moreday to indulge in some dessert and card games. Decor is cute but sleek, vibes are calm, bar seating by window and a few small tables with seats. Ordering is fast at the kiosk front desk which doesn't seem to have a cashier. Lots of tasty drink options with milk choices and customizable sweetness and ice level - much appreciated! Cakes were delicious and filled with freshly whipped cream. We had the hojicha and biscoff ones. Not incredibly busy - a lot of orders were takeout. Cons: A lot of things were out of stock by 1pm but maybe this is due to Mother's Day. Pricey but the items were high quality. Store is a small footprint with limited utilities (no WiFi, bathroom was temporarily out of order). Parking is very difficult- it's on el Camino so the cars are unforgiving if you're trying to parallel park, and the road parallel by a block is not much better. It has an alley and a very cramped space in the back for a lot. Expect to walk.

I have only been to Covour coffee once but I can see myself becoming a regular to this coffee shop…read more The good thing is that this coffee shop is not in Palo Alto downtown which makes it less crowded, better parking situation and best suited for doing WF coffee shop. Love the high ceilings, bright light, their ceramic ware and very friendly staff. I had a cappuccino along with a chocolate croissant and I loved both. The little details like the printed to go cups is what makes a lot of difference for me

Perfect cafe to spend your time working from home or studying. Covour Coffee is located in an…read moreunassuming spot, serving the neighborhood a great selection of caffeine. I have already been to Covour a handful of times, mostly on weekdays, where I'm usually planted there for a few hours to do some work or study. On the weekends, it can get quite busy, while weekdays are more of a gamble depending on how many people are there. The parking lot is on the smaller side, so on busy days, it can feel a bit hectic. The space itself has a good number of tables to work or study from, along with great lighting. I really appreciate the selection of drinks they have, ranging from fun flavored lattes like tiramisu and burnt brown sugar to matchas, hojichas, and classic cafe staples like americanos and flat whites. Everything I've had here has been delicious and always hits the spot. They also have a range of food and toasts you can order. I recently got the ricotta and honey toast, which was delicious and light! Heads up, though, as expected, they do run low on stock later in the day. I came around 2 PM, and there were maybe four baked goods left. Overall, it's a great choice, and if you're in the area, definitely check them out.

Good quality. The service, cutlery, plates, seating, and lastly the meals (croissant, focaccia,…read morecroque monsieur, and smoke salmon tartine) were all excellent. I'm so happy that The Baker Next Door has become a popular spot in RWC.

Hands down one of my favorite bakeries on the Peninsula. You can really taste the level of care and…read morecraft in everything--they're clearly working with seasonal ingredients, and it shows in how thoughtful and balanced each pastry and loaf feels. Nothing feels overdone, just really well-executed and intentional. Also have to shout out Marisol--she brings such great energy to the space. Warm, welcoming, and genuinely makes the whole experience even better.

cool place best matcha in the bay…read morefoods alright nice ambience fun people worth the cost

Was heading up to SF from SJ and needed some caffeine. This place was really cool because you could…read moresee a robot making your drink. Pistachio coffee (5/5); Super yummy and a great experience.

We came here on a Sunday for lunch. There was a line going out the door, but it moved pretty…read morequickly. We ordered at the register and found a table outside. There was some seating inside but a majority of it is outside. We ordered: - Organic Scrambles #3 (Scrambled Organic Eggs, Organic Wild Mushrooms, Shallots, Crème Fraîche, Chives) - The scrambled eggs were good and not mushy at all. The creaminess of the crème fraîche worked well with the mushrooms and chives. - Three Stack Apple Pancakes - This was delicious! I loved the grated apples in the pancakes. It was a solid pancake. We had a good time eating here and will be back to try more items on the menu!

Cafe Barron has excellent food, but the service experience really dragged things down during a busy…read moremorning. Food (5/5): The food was genuinely delicious. The French toast was fluffy, buttery, and easily one of the highlights. The omelette with cream and mirin really hit the spot, and the breakfast wrap was also excellent. No complaints here. Drinks (3/5): The drinks tasted good, but we ordered them extra hot and they arrived cold, which was disappointing. You are also responsible to pick them up so stay close to the barrista id you need coffee. Ambiance (4/5): The atmosphere is lively and energetic, which gives the place a fun brunch vibe. That said, it can feel overcrowded. The seating is very tight, tables are pushed close together, and the line can get quite long. Service (2/5): This was unfortunately the biggest issue. One of our items was missed in the original order. When I went back to fix it, staff initially entered it as a separate order and told me there wasn't much they could do and that I'd need to pick it up as a to-go order. After multiple conversations, I asked them to simply combine it with our original order and bring it to our table, which they eventually agreed to. When our food arrived, the missing item was still missing. After checking with staff three separate times, we were eventually told they were "doing us a favor" by giving us someone else's to-go item. By that point, we had already finished most of our breakfast and were ready to leave. The staff seemed more focused on explaining how busy they were rather than taking ownership of the mistake, even though the issue started with the original order being missed. Overall, this is a solid 4-star if you go on a quieter day and you don't need much customer service because the food is absolutely worth trying. On a busy day, though, be prepared for a potential 2-star experience, mainly due to customer service.

Away from the busy thoroughfare of El Camino, this modern coffee kiosk is located in a beautiful…read morecourtyard located right across from the Menlo Park CalTrain Station. Outdoor seating is available under the canopy of Sycamore trees and California oak trees in modern cobble stone tile pavers and gravel. I was really excited to try my first coffee flight. The flight was presented by the barista in 4 on shot glasses on a wood tray; starting with a shot of espresso, piccolo, drip filtered coffee and lastly iced filtered coffee. I forget the name of the exact source and blend - although the initial encounter is acidic, a full bodied flavor takes over and lingers in the palette in a beautiful balance. This visit and full experience made my afternoon!!

I love this location! I came on Easter Sunday in the afternoon and I was shocked they were open!…read moreThere were people sitting outside and a couple people in line, but it moves super fast! There are pastries from The Midwife & the baker, some had run out but they still had some choices. I just got an ice coffee, you add your own milk that is off to the side. I also like how there is simple syrup you can add and some yummy looking thick sugar. I got the whole wheat chocolate chip cookie bc I was craving something sweet and eh, I wasn't in a health mood, I need a regular chocolate chip cookie, this did not hit, but I'll def be back when I'm in the area!

I flew in from Austin, Texas and was just looking for a cute little coffee shop to stop into and…read moreI'm so glad I found Brew Coffee. I ordered an iced caramel macchiato topped with whipped cream and caramel drizzle, and it was honestly better than anything I've ever had in my life. I also got a croissant sandwich, which was just as delicious. The service, the food, and the drink were all 10/10. I'll probably be dreaming about that coffee for the rest of my life(:

Went for breakfast and the spot is cute inside. They have multiple options and I ordered a jalapeño…read morebagel with cream cheese. Other items ordered were the breakfast sandwich and iced dirty chai. The food and chai were delicious and this spot is nice for people wanting to work or school work. The service was great, would recommend checking it out!

The live music on Friday nights is the first thing that stands out with only donations requested…read more The eclectic atmosphere, including plenty of house plants, makes for an enjoyable visit.

I've stopped into Little Green A Plant Bar a few times now, and overall I enjoy this place. The…read moreinterior is both spacious and cozy at the same time, and there's just so much to look at - plants, art, vintage, animal skulls, cool furniture, mannequins, etc. Overall, I like this place more as a plant shop and less for coffee. I've purchased a little spider plant and an alocasia polly, which have both been great. The employees are knowledgeable about plants and give great recommendations, especially regarding succulents. They also have a fun selection of cards and gifts by local artists, although some of the prices are a bit unreasonable (like $40 for a tiny planter pot). The coffee shop is fine, but less exciting. Most recently, I tried the Bicerin off their seasonal specials, which was a Cortado with Nutella. I thought the Nutella would be somewhat mixed in for sweetness, but it was literally just a teaspoon of Nutella in my drink. I've tried their Chaga Matcha in the past, and it was also just okay. Will return for the plants and ambiance!

This place has good breakfast sandwiches! We tried it and we both liked how nice the egg was…read morecooked. It was slightly runny which I like a lot. It reminds me of the eggs in Japanese ramen (if it's cooked silkily and not boiled). The bacon was more like ham (not crispy) but still good. I tried the mocha but I think there was too much mocha syrup in it. My spouse did not like the drink very much. We also tried their speciality drink and really didn't like it. It tasted funky with the soda water which is very strong and didn't seem to jive well with the coffee. We also tried the gingerbread scone. They had warmed it up but it wasn't heated evenly so the middle was still very cold. I thought this was okay. I did taste a little of the gingerbread but not too strongly.

We came with a bigger party this time around 9am on a sunday and i just love the vibe of this shop…read more The interaction and customer service is better than the last time i was here and i'm glad to see the change ! Coffee is alllllways on point. Smooth and perfectly dialed. Highly recommend their single origin espresso shot (mexico blend). Their precise crafting expertise is perfectly highlighted with the single origin. Definitely recommend !

I looove this place! Finally tried it and this place is amazing. Parking, as others noted, is tight…read moreand hard to find in front of the store. However, there is plenty of parking across the street at the school, which I presume, was ok to park in over the weekend. The seating area is outside, with plenty of seats, chairs, lounges, etc. Good for roaming toddlers. The service was also warm and fast. They were super nice and humoured my toddler who wanted to order by himself. Cappuccino was really good - had nice latte art as well. The pastries are from Onki, and taste amazing. The kouige aman was my favorite - crispy and flaky, and just the right amount of sweetness. The almond croissant was also really good - crispy and flaky as well, and stayed that way even hours after we ordered (we brought it home). My kid really enjoyed his chocolate chip cookie as well. Nearby, there are tennis courts at the school, and the kids liked watching after our cafe outing. Looking forward to coming back again.

Three stars for ambience. 2 stars for coffee. It's a nice place to sit outside and enjoy a coffee,…read morebut their coffee isn't all that great. I found their latte bitter and it was not hot enough. The cold brew was equally bitter. Their pastries were delicious but they are brought in from a bakery and not made in house. Their website is also outdated. They list all these amazing special syrups but none were available not even the seasonal special. If it wasn't for the pastry I would have let so disappointed.