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    Moonwake Coffee Roasters

    4.5 (403 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Makana A.

    Visited on a Sunday afternoon. The line was out the door but the owners and staff were working so hard that the wait wasn't bad at all. I tried the blackberry toasted coconut latte and an iced latte. The blackberry one had beautiful latte art but the flavor was barely there and I could only catch a tiny hint of it. The iced latte was bold and strong. It's perfect for a hot day! Cafes like this are rare in this area. Will definitely be back!

    Egg salad sando
    Elaine G.

    There was a line when I went, but the food/drinks rolled out in a timely manner. Solid spot for coffee 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.

    Stephen C.

    Solid place for unique coffee flavors and good bites. We had a latte, and a cold brew of their featured coffee. Food was all simple but on point. High tech roasting is pretty cool. Coffee sampling was a very nice added touch. Service is fast and organized and courteous.

    Inside
    Vidyadhar D.

    I tried the Milo Mocha, which was delicious ! The place is a nice cozy spot with quick service and long lines at times. Will come here to try more. The food offerings looked good. But some of the items were sold out when I went (Sunday 11am)

    Milo mocha with croissant and shio pan.  Vanilla bean latte with pineapple puff pastry.
    Kacy O.

    Oh my gosh - this place is phenomenal. Awesome coffee - rich, tasty beverages that pair well either pastry offerings. Ask for a recommendation. You can't go wrong. Spent two hours here enjoying my vanilla bean latte with oat milk (no upcharge for alternative milk) and a pineapple puff pastry. Thank you for a beautiful morning yesterday; looking forward to my next adventure here! No teenagers here which is a huge plus for enjoying a lazy morning over an excellent cup of coffee, nice conversation and comfortable seats. Alternatively, if you're here to work on your laptop for work or school...this might be a good spot :-) This cafe deserves a 10 - it's that good because of its impeccable service, lovely ambiance and awesome food. Think Japanese coffee culture and here is Moonwake Roasters!

    Ruchi B.

    Great coffee. Place is decked with real greens. Very chill vibe. Lot of different seatings, inside & outside. They stop serving in ceramicware at 4pm, so we got coffee in togo cups as we reached there late. Happy with the coffee and also with the friendly staff.

    coffee growing inside
    Alaric S.

    One of our friends from solidcore suggested visiting Moonwake coffee roasters. She highly recommended to get there early because there could be a line out the door. Luckily, we were able to wait short enough time to not only get some bites to eat but also find a seat in their café as well. Plenty of places to sit inside and outside as well.

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    Benjamin N.

    I ordered the Iced marzipan latte Iced Matcha latte the marzipan latte had fun red dried toppings and the latte had good espresso and the marzipan itself wasn't as strong. It blended into a nice drink although I'd like to try their regular iced latte next time. Matcha latte wasn't anything special and it came more watered down than strong. The ambiance however was very fresh and modern. I enjoyed the sit down vibe and how you could work or chill there.

    HanNa P.

    Pretty place, I liked the inside. And workers were nice too. We got two lattes and two pastries. The lattes were Matcha and Milo Mocha. My fav was the two pastries over the drinks. The turnover was sweet and good. The savory pull apart bread was also yum. Both drinks were on the bitter side though. I think for the price I rather get coffee elsewhere but after adding some sugar, it tasted better. Inside was busy. Private lot in front

    The barista shows you your coffee selection and your freshly ground coffee.
    Paul S.

    My daughter treated me to coffee and snacks here this morning and it was great! I am normally a "burnt offerings" kind of coffee guy (think, Peet's dark roast) but I have to admit there is merit to being able to taste subtlety in your drink and that is what this place is all about. We had pour overs (speedy), a banana toast with black sesame spread under the bananas, and a Japanese croissant-like pastry called a "shioko-pan". Pastries were great! They have a large selection. We thought both of our choices were excellent. The selection of pour overs changes all the time. It is like wine tasting - they give you a lot of descriptions and there is a pre-purchase decision tasting station that has small paper cups and small pitchers of sample coffee to help you figure out what you want. In addition, they have more normally priced espresso drinks, including Americano, that span the gamut of froth, milk, no-milk, etc. Real barista stuff, including artwork. I am lactose intolerant, so we went with the pour overs The pour over selections were complex in flavor. They are more lightly roasted and carefully brewed than I am used to. Lots of fruity notes and other things happening. I would write more about my selection, but since they turn them over all the time, you will just need to evaluate what is happening that day. They have complete information on sourcing, tasting notes, etc. All really top shelf as an experience. In fact, if you are out just looking for a caffeine and bounce, this is not the place for that. It's really a nice place to just chat and sip. They have some noise treatments on the walls and ceiling to keep it from being crazy noisy. It's not the library, but you can carry on a conversation, which is a nice change. So, our outing probably cost as much as lunch somewhere but it was really fun. The barista who did the pour over was super precise and answered by questions about what he was doing. You should see the ritual - it's all got purpose. There is careful temperature control, modulated sprinkling of the hot water over the grounds, etc. It felt sort of of "Japanese teahouse" in a way. Anyways, great experience, great food, nice coffee!

    cardamom orange latte & iced matcha
    emily d.

    Beautiful interior and extremely friendly & knowledgable staff!! Not to mention the impressive latte art, but I personally felt like the crowded interior made it difficult to find a seat, making it an iffy study spot. Also for the price point, small cups with just solid flavor, and not the biggest fan of the profile of the cardamom orange. Felt like the espresso balance itself tasted more sour than I personally wanted and the matcha was more on the watery side, but decent spot overall.

    Mushroom tart with lattes
    Lloyd T.

    This is one review I've been hesitant to write for a very selfish reason. I've finally gotten over my greedy desire to gatekeep this place. Everyone already knows Moonwake is a great coffee shop, the lines in the morning, especially on the weekends, are clear evidence of this. Even some regulars affectionally call it "Moon Wait" because of the queues. But this place and, more importantly, the people who work here, deserved to be recognized. Moonwake is a bright spot for some great dark coffee! There, I said it. The place is welcoming and has a great vibe. Sometimes you just know when a place feels right. Whether it's the plants all over the shop, the friendly staff dedicated to their craft, the comfortable interior, the amazing pastries (I highly recommend the shoi pan, or salt roll, and the mushroom tart), the bright airy atmosphere, the attentive and inviting pour-over bar, or the great playlists, this place is something special. Additionally, Moonwake welcomes everyone, especially our four-legged kids who are almost always greeted by the staff and our pups somehow find other dog lovers amongst the Moonwake community to greet or share kisses. Go here, share with friends, and save me a seat, better yet, save me a spot in line and say hi to our pups!

    Erin C.

    What a beautiful cafe in an unassuming strip mall, behind a fabric shop. The cafe is bright and airy with live plants everywhere and a beautiful tree taking center stage. The view of the roastery and collection of tea cups adds to the ambience. At my first visit, I asked the staff for recommendations and they did not disappoint. They knew the drinks so well like a coffee sommelier or Q grader. I was impressed by staff, the beautiful drink and the food. I'll definitely be back! Tip: Be aware of where you park since part of the lot is for other businesses.

    Pastry selection is wonderful

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    Ask the Community - Moonwake Coffee Roasters

    What time do you stop serving drip coffee?

    We stop making new batches of drip coffee by 12pm, we may still serve drip afterwards but we may stop serving it if the batch has cooled or oxidized too much.

    Are there a lot of outlets at this cafe?

    There are a decent number of outlets, especially at the tables along the back wall!

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    Coffee & Water Lab

    Coffee & Water Lab

    4.3
    (777 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $
    Free WiFi
    Grab-and-go

    Amazing coffee place! The espresso was smooth and perfectly balanced (not bitter or acidic). Plus…read morethe flavor syrups are perfectly balanced in the latte. I tried the Honey Black Sesame Latte, and while I wasn't sure I would like it, I ended up loving it! The flavor was super delicious, and went really well with the espresso flavor. We also ordered the avocado toast which is made on a Japanese milk bread slice. The seasoning toppings were super interesting and yummy, just maybe would have liked a bit more of the toppings personally. I really liked the larger menu of super unique drinks and definitely will be coming back to try a couple more that caught my eye! People are super nice and even though it's busy (for a good reason) there is plenty of parking and places to sit indoors and some outdoors.

    I was craving an affogato on a rainy day and Coffee & Water Lab totally hit the spot. The place is…read morereally cute -- I walked in to a lot of people on their laptops, so it definitely has that cozy work-friendly cafe vibe. The drink itself was great! My only complaint is that it came in a very small cup. The price is pretty standard for the Bay Area, but for the size, I was a little disappointed in the value. When you're craving an affogato, you want more than a few spoonfuls! Small cup aside, the quality was there. Perfect rainy day spot.

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    Soft Opening Saturday May 22, 2021
    Soft Opening Saturday May 22, 2021
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    Gingerbread latte
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    Big Mug Coffee Roaster

    Big Mug Coffee Roaster

    3.9
    (1.8k reviews)
    3.7 mi
    $$

    Coffee is good, atmosphere is versatile (work, chat, lounge, etc..), plenty seating, did I mention…read moregreat options on the menu? Staff are very kind. Place is clean. The only critique I have is the music being way too loud at times. It's NOT what type of music is playing, but purely the volume. When it's loud, people talk louder and it can occasionally be a little too loud to focus without headphones. Otherwise, I think I've found my new fav local coffee shop!

    I popped by Big Mug Coffee after work to study; parking isn't too bad, though it shares a parking…read morelot with a slew of other businesses (mostly eateries). It wasn't crazy busy so it was easy to order through one of their two tablets and find a spot to sit. It is very spacious and filled with many tables, so even when busy you'll likely be able to find a spot. The menu is a bit messy to look at--there is a big menu hanging over the kiosks, another posted alongside where a line is formed, then the menu on the tablet kiosks themselves. It's a pretty big menu featuring primarily coffee-based drinks, matcha lattes, and a wide variety of food, so you'll likely find something appealing. I ordered their smoked salmon bagel (which rang up to about $16) and their matcha latte ($8); to be honest, neither were outstanding. The salmon and avocado in the bagel were great, but the bagel itself was a bit stale--for $16, it's a bit hard to swallow. The matcha was very milky, and there is another store offering better matcha drinks in the same plaza. I'll admit, though, it's a little on me for not picking coffee at a spot with "coffee" in the name. I will say, though, that the atmosphere in the main area is pretty good; the decor is understated but comfortable, and the lighting is good. The service is also solid--the servers are friendly and our order came out quickly. I will say that the bathroom feels ominous. Overall, it's a great spot to study; Big Mug is open late, has free Wi-Fi and a bathroom for customers, and offers both food and caffeinated drinks for longer study sessions. I feel that the prices vary widely for items but skew towards being too pricy for the quality, at least from my limited experience. I plan on coming back to give other items a try, but for now, it's not a favorite.

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    The Ultimate Monster Toast ($15.99)
    The Ultimate Monster Toast ($15.99)
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    Chromatic Coffee

    Chromatic Coffee

    4.3
    (470 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $

    It's been a while to visit chromatic! Came to grab a coffee and we ended up getting some sweets too…read more:) I loved their new setting and interior! They have plenty chairs and tables. They decorated well with their merchandise and beans. Loved that they explained the coffee bean processing types so that people can see and learn. As usual, all of their baristas are so knowledgeable, kind, they make good coffee :) I got my usual cappuccino with oatmilk today. Definitely will come back to study and enjoy their other coffee!

    We tried Chromatic Coffee and I got the Bonus Cup mostly because I didn't know what it was, but it…read moresounded interesting. The staff described it as cold brew with milk and sweetener, which was helpful, but it ended up being way too sweet for me. That might just be how it's supposed to be though, and probably my fault for not choosing something that better reflects their coffee. The space itself is pretty large, with a good amount of seating inside and a few tables outside. There's also a decent amount of parking, and it's in a shared building with a brewery and other businesses. It has a bit of an unfinished warehouse vibe, which honestly makes sense for a coffee roaster. Only real inconvenience was that the restroom is locked, which feels a little odd for such a large coffee shop. Overall I'd still come back, but next time I'll definitely try an espresso based drink instead.

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    Mango raspberry pastry
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    Academic Coffee

    Academic Coffee

    4.4
    (1k reviews)
    5.9 mi
    $$

    Omg!!! I this this place outdid some of my favorite matcha places. I went in not expecting too much…read morebut was SO SO satisfied. My friend and I ordered the guava matcha (with cream) and strawberry matcha and both the drinks were delicious. Most places I do to I usually like only 1 drinks and not both that I get but both of them were extremely delicious. For the guava matcha, I was slightly disappointed and taken aback that they charge more for the guava cream but usually most places include it in the drink already but I def recommend getting it. It is definitely on the pricier side with my drink being close to $10 but it's sooo worth the try. The cream was so thick and creamy and their matcha is incredibly smooth. My friend got the strawberry matcha and that was so flavorful as well. Most times when I order starberry matcha the flavor is bland but hers was reallly good. It was a little hard to sip it through the straw though because of the syrup. The server there was extremely sweet as well. I didn't catch her name but I think she had an eyebrow piercing (?? Maybe??) but she was extremely helpful and made conversation. Loved the customer service. I also saw the workers who were making my drink take their time and care with it and measure everything properly with scales and everything which was great to see. And it's a cute small spot there which was so pretty. I RECOMMEND I need to go again once I get my money up tho

    Came around 8:30 am on a weekday and it wasn't too busy. Service was friendly and pretty quick…read more -Banana cream matcha (4/5): the banana cream was yummy and not overly sweet or artificial tasting, matcha was a good strength -Guava cream matcha (2/5): guava flavor was strong and fragrant but overpowered the matcha, I'm not the biggest fan of guava but wanted to try cause it was unique

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    Stan's Yeasted Glazed Donut (~$4)
    Stan's Yeasted Glazed Donut (~$4)
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    Tico Coffee Roasters

    Tico Coffee Roasters

    4.7
    (43 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    Tico Coffee Roasters have become my go-to place for whole beans coffee. I've experienced a few of…read moretheir roasts and the Black Tiger is my favorite. About 6 months ago I made a switch from the convenience of my Keurig to buying quality beans, grinding them myself and make proper Americanos instead of popping in a pod and pushing a button. I've done a lot of experiments with beans and so far I haven't found better beans than the beans I pick up from Tico Coffee Roasters. I really appreciate to have roasters of this quality in my neighborhood! Coffee is like wine, the better the quality is, the less you need. I used to go through 4-5 Keurig pods every day, but I'm plenty fulfilled by 1-2 cups of coffee made from Tico's beans. So even though it seems like I'm paying more for coffee with Tico, I'm not. I highly recommend you to try Tico's beans. They have amazing deals through Too Good To Go if you are looking for a deal to try it out.

    This is one of the best coffee stands that I have been to in a while. When I first arrived, I…read morethought it was just a brewing company that didn't serve the public, so I was glad that they operated a stand. I order a cappuccino and tried their coffee of the day: Sanger de Toro. To begin, the drip, tasted very smooth with a slight acidity, but not too much. The cappuccino with a base of Rialto had the bold, dark chocolate, and rich taste that was advertised, and the foam was fine to perfection. It's in an industrial area with car repair shops, so if you're in the area for that, it is definitely worth checking out; it is also worth a special trip for. The service was fast and friendly. And the ambiance was a coffee stand outside of a coffee brewing company

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    Tico Coffee Roasters
    Worth the hunt!  Great to-go coffee.
    Worth the hunt! Great to-go coffee.
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