Nice, especially considering there aren't many other options in Lafayette. This place is bright and comfortable, with plenty of seating options and decent wifi. It's a gelato/boba/coffee place, with a few pastries and such but nothing substantial to eat (unless you're the type who finds boba substantial). read more

Panache Cafe has blended ice drinks, pastries, boba drinks, frappicino, gelatio, expressos, and organic ice teas sampling: organic jasmine tea (large 2.45) no tax nice strong jasmine tea without too much ice, not too bitter. obviously not from powder. got jasmine taste. tea leaves: -nice place to sit and read -only 2 hour parking max outside. beware! -quick service. read more

Came here today for coffee and a snack. Got a caramel latte which was pretty and definitely filling because of the creaminess. I also got the banana bread which was a big portion and had crunchy nuts on top, but was a little dry in my opinion. My cousin really enjoyed the zucchini bread that she got. She also had the jasmine milk tea with pearls which was surprisingly good, since I wasn't expecting a coffee shop to have good quality boba. It has a cute interior and is quiet, so definitely a good spot to hang out with a friend or two or get some work done. Friendly and quick service, too. read more

Panache Caffe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lafayette, California

I've been going here ever since high school and it has always been my go-to coffee place. I usually get the iced coffee or iced latte, but sometimes I go for the Thai iced tea with boba. This place is never too crowded and is a great place to study or bring a laptop (free wifi with password) and get work done. read more

Panache Caffe - My drink was so good! Finished it all :) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lafayette, California

Had the original black milk tea with boba 50% sugar. Best boba I've had in awhile. Great boba. Tea is great quality. Highly recommend!!

I am a big fan of Thai ice teas and when I saw a "hot" version on the menu I was intrigued. I recommend the Thai Tea Latte. Smooth, creamy and the perfect amount of sweetness. Absolutely delicious!!! The staff was very friendly and I liked the feel of the place. Can't wait to try the bubble drinks! read more

Panache Caffe - Thai Tea Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lafayette, California

This place is cute and classy, with boba tea too. Their flavors are not ones I order often (I prefer mango, litchi, Earl grey, lavender, etc.) I haven't tried their other coffee drinks yet, but I plan on doing so to make this review more complete. It certainly is cheaper than Starbucks or Peet's, and a lot cleanlier and nicer than most chains as well. Don't go in here just for boba. From the other pictures I have seen, it looks like their coffees are pretty cool, and their boba is getting all of the negative attention. It's a nice place to sit down and have some coffee and relax. read more

Panache Caffe - Black tea boba frappe. Excellent. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lafayette, California

i communicated explicitly no milk !!! in my caramel (not really any caramel at all) frappe. i took a sip and felt a lil tinge! so i ask again! politely the whole time... im just angry now because she lied twice!!!!! my stomach aches sooooo bad! i barely made it through my drs appointment. now my off day is ruined with a fatigue and belly ache! terrible service...why??? read more

Went to school nearby and would always come here during free period or after school to study and drink some peach boba tea! My favorite place to visit during senior year of high school. read more

Cute little hole in the wall, with the best vanilla latte I have ever had. So comfortable and everyone there is so nice. Only con is that parking can be a challenge at times, but there are good spots if you go behind the building! Also, such cute latte art! read more

Panache Caffe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lafayette, California

This is usually my favorite place to get afternoon teas and coffees. The last few times I have been there in the afternoon the "new" girl has not been very considerate. I put new in quotes because she has been there for at least 6 months and knows me well. I requested two of my usual teas. She messed up the first one by adding the wrong ingredients. Instead of starting over she scooped out part and then tried to make it again. It was horrible. Since I am a very regular customer I would think she would try to make it right. read more

Cute little coffe shop on the edge of Lafayette. Serving up classic cups of coffee, tea and boba teas, should your heart desire. It's not in the midst of town, so it's quieter and has a calm relaxing vibe compared to most of the other spots in town. There's art on the wall as you come in from a local artist and an assortment of goodies to buy. I had a chai latte and a blueberry scone. My latte was artless but it was delicious. I have to admit that I was hoping for some of the pretty artistry I saw in the photos. She warmed the blueberry scone a bit. It was dense and just the right amount of sweetness. I have an auntie that lives out here. Hope to make it back soon so I can stop in again. read more

Ahhh....I am hooked!! This place really has some excellent coffee, not to mention the few cupcakes that I have tried, have been moist rich and delicious!! On my way to work , I literally go a few miles out of my way just to stop by this wonderful place to pick up my coffee. The service is always exceptionally friendly, which also adds to my Latté and a great start to my day!! Love you Panache!! read more

Yes, Eek! This is totally a Methinks not! It was 100 degrees that day. My coworkers were working long hours at a country club in Alamo. My asian instincts wanted boba, my coworkers also wanted boba. We drove there to get the most diluted boba, even without the ice. I was watching the barista making the milk tea... OMG. I believed it was just an ordinary tea bag (so the tea was hot), then added with the ice. By this time the hot tea have already melted the ice. Tea is diluted. All she added next was the 2% milk. It wasn't even sweet. WHAT IS THIS? Not milk tea. The tapioca itself were nice and chewy. Other than. milk tea not so lovely. read more

The mocha here is outstanding! When you walk in, the wonderful aroma of cinnamon and chai hits you like a warm fuzzy blanket. Panache is situated on a sleepy section of Mt. Diablo Blvd near the Trader Joe's. It's a perfect place for an afternoon refreshment or a 5 hour study/work session. Highly recommend! read more

We've grown to love this cozy cafe over the years. The owner, manager and staff are fun, very neighborhood friendly and easy going. The customer base tends to share a similar vibe. Every age comes through the doors. Tables outside. Park puppy or your bike out front. - Free wifi for the device and laptop laden. - Summer time favorites? Bubble tea in a frappe/smoothie form... - Proper dairy alternatives too! read more

Panache Caffe is a solid local place to get coffee, teas, and bubble teas. I have been going to Panache Caffe for coffee or a latte since it originally opened. I always thought the coffee was excellent. The pastries are good, but the selection is limited. I like that this is a friendly place, but not overly busy. It is very comfortable to spend time there with company or when you're there by yourself. Recently, I have been craving milk teas with boba. It is nice to have a place nearby serving the milk teas. Panache Caffe makes a good milk tea. I prefer Bobaloca in Concord or Mr. Green Bubble in Oakland for a milk tea, but the milk teas here are good and I am happy that I can get them so close by. There is a small parking lot off to the side and a larger parking lot in the back, which makes it convenient. I am really glad we have a local coffee/team place here in Lafayette. read more

The Panache has all the basic elements you want in a good coffee house joint - good coffee, a clean bright space, comfortable chairs, music (not too loud), art on the walls, friendly help, and free internet service. If you are looking for a place to meet a friend, plop down your laptop, or read a book with a hot cup nearby, the Panache will deliver nicely. Bear in mind this is the 'far east' bay, where happily the family is still the dominant social unit, and the patrons correspondingly reflect the community. If you are seeking a cafe harboring a den of poetry writing lounge lizards, or future Jack Kerouacs hiding in the corner, this is probably not your place. In my eyes, Panache is a welcomed sanctuary of independence among the chains and a great place to kick back for a hot cup. read more

This place is a hidden gem! The drink selection is large and very tasty. I had an Orange Thai tea with Ginger Spice cookie. The decor and vibe have a little bit of European feel -- very nice. read more

Yes, yes, yes!!! How long have I searched for a spot that offer me a beautiful latte art with one of the most despised milk: almond milk! Lactose intolerant homies, I know you feel me. The tug of war between wanting a beautiful coffe to brighten your mood or... We shall not describe the other. Man, oh man did I have trouble finding this spot. My navigation has been taking me everywhere but where I need to go. Rawr. So, I thought it was in the plaza with the supermarket. No, it is not. It is in another small plaza next to a burrito shop I believe. You can park going into a narrow driveway to the parking lot in the back. (I am so sorry, I have no idea what the streets are, when I find out I'll let you know. Clearly not from the neighborhood.) Once I made it inside. I walked into a bright beautiful cafe with warmth from the barista. I asked him if he could make my almond milk latte beautiful and said, "yeah" nonchalantly. I knew I have come to the right place. He made my matcha latte look so beautiful! Oh my goodness! My day was instantly better! Days of deciding between health and beauty may be lessened! Let's be honest, that struggle is real. Other pluses: free wifi, tons of tea, tons of coffee, gluten free pastries, and more I have yet explored. read more

Panache Caffe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lafayette, California

They have the best Boba teas and selection. Homemade Boba still warm, is spooned into each cup. The staff are very sweet and fast.

I came here this morning to meet a President of a Board that I would like to be on, so of course, I'm trying to make my best impression. It's a super cute cafe, and the jasmine green tea was delicious BUT...the tile mosaic wall was messing with my brain! Of course the President was sitting on the bench side so I had to look at this tile wall non-stop. Seriously, it reminds me of those crazy pictures that were popular in the 90's...you know the ones that if you stared at it long enough a picture of something would appear. I don't know what it was about this wall, it's just a tile wall, but it's little tiles all varying shades of white/cream and for whatever reason, my brain just couldn't process it. It was seriously psychedelic. It's a cute place, just sit with your back against the wall. read more

Although I no longer live a block away, I feel compelled to review this little gem because THEY SELL BOBA. I cannot overstate this enough. THEY SELL BOBA. BUBBLE TEA. TAPIOCA PEARLS. After searching everywhere in the Contra Costa/Lamorinda area for somewhere- ANYWHERE- that sold it and was not Quickly, I discovered it was literally right around the corner AND in the last place I looked. Terrible cliches aside, the cafe is darling. Fun to sit in, great service and yummy drinks. read more

I'm a coffee-aholic and I get bored of going to the same place everyday so I like to switch it up. I've lived in Lafayette for 6 years and I have never tried this place so this morning I thought, "Why not?" I heard this place was known for the their decorative designs in the foam, so when I got not even a leaf I was mildly disappointed. My triple vanilla latte, while good is one of the most expensive in Lafayette ringing in at $4:30 and that's with my own cup discount. Yes I liked the espresso but because of the expensive price I would not come here everyday. I don't know how much the regular coffee is, but I did notice they use Illy. The place is kinda cute, quiet and even though its small there is plant of seating. I give this place 3.5 stars knocking off a half star because of the price. read more

Today was my first time trying this place. Super cute and gives you an at home feeling! I ordered three milk teas for my family and I, we all agreed the milk teas were amazing and had a great taste to it. However, what really got me was the customer service. I was greeted by a nice lady at the cash register, her smile was so welcoming and she was genuinely so sweet and made sure she had everything correct(I truly appreciate people that take their time to read back and ensure the orders correct). The girl making the coffee was also super sweet and quick! Definitely gonna come back! :) read more

Raised coffee prices...higher than any Starbucks. ..Said good morning and the guy Jack just replied we raised our coffee prices. No long time customer card to punch for a free coffee after you buy so many. read more

Panache Caffe - Millions of dollars ..liquid gold - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lafayette, California

Stopped by this coffee shop early afternoon on a Friday or Saturday after seeing all the great reviews. There was no one in there. I got a soy latte to go and it was a bit burnt tasting. I didn't find anything special about this place but I would give the customer service 4/5. Taste: 2.5-3 Ambiance: 3 (nothing special about decor) Customer service: 4 read more

We should have tried one of the lattes. But since we don't drink lattes, we ordered plain coffee. The plain coffee was not good at all.

So I'm from Asia Town SGV in L.A and I've been trying to find a decent boba place in the East Bay. I went on yelp and this is what I found. I gave it a try. I ordered a boba milk tea. It was not good. The tea was watered down and whatever milk they used was :( . The boba's texture was weird too. The outside was too soft while in the inside was hard. As if the boba wasn't fully cooked or was leftovers from the day before. Of course I wouldn't expect this place to be comparable to those asian boba shops in L.A. but at least decent. The boba was not decent. I don't drink coffee so maybe the coffee might be better than their milk teas. I would not go again. The setting is cute though! And the service was nice. read more

On Wednesday I took Bart into the city for a seminar, and timed my return to perfectly coincide with some kind of track blockage up the line at 24th. I took the next train out of Embarc to wait at West Oakland, where at least I could be outside. 20 minutes pass. 30 minutes pass. Nonsensical announcements are played. Finally, a Pittsburg Bay Point train packed to near explosion comes along and I wedge myself in. 20 minutes of awfulness pass and then the driver dumps us all off in Orinda, simply saing the train is out of service. By now I'm hot, sweaty annoyed and have been gone long enough to warrant staying at work till 8 pm. I consider taking a cab, but think the next one will come any minute. Eventually it did, and I walked , relieved, back to work. I was about to pass Panache, when a little sign on the window caught my eye. Gelato! Mi amore, fantastico! If there was ever a day I deserved it, it was today where I waited in 95+ degree heat for 2 hours just to come back to work. It cost $3 for a small, but it was worth every penny. Creamy, smooth, fresh and delicious. read more

Sweet atmosphere! Chai to die for!! Great service! Great location! Wonderful music :)

The coffee is pretty good but what really makes this place great are the homemade scones! My mouth is watering just thinking of them.

I like Panache quite a bit. I work down the street from here and it always ends up being my sanctuary on my breaks. Staff is always very friendly, coffee is great. The food does leave something to be desired though - it's your basic run of the mill pastries and what not. Free WiFi, free parking behind Susan Foord, and comfortable seating! Great place to waste the day away. read more

This is a cool place! They have reaaaaaally good pastries. I got a chocolate croissant and it was the best one I've had in a long time :). The barista was very nice and fast. He was cool with my weird order and even made sure he made it right by asking me later! Great people and great coffee AND great pastries. read more

Panache Caffe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lafayette, California

Weak coffee and no foam on the lattes...more like warm milk. Then the barista tried to blame me for the weak coffee saying I should've ordered something different, girl, I was a barista for 7 years, I know what a latte should taste like. One star for it being warm inside on a cold day. read more

Great little coffee and tea shop. My fiancée and I found this place (on Yelp! Surprise.) after the Lafayette Library closed on a Friday and we needed a little more caffeine and a little more study time. The people at the register were beyond friendly, explaining the different backgrounds behind two green teas, smiling, and just genuinely conversating (yes, that's a word, autocorrect!) with us while ringing us up. Nice clean tables to set up our laptops. Check. Free wifi (with a little sign that has the password - I hate when places are stingy with that). Check. Elevator/ spa music in the background to focus. Check. Everything I like in a little study nook. Wish I could give 'em a 6th star for the cool chocolate and honey products they also had for sale. And the nice big window to watch passers-by. read more

Great cafe with good coffee in ceramic cups and a nice atmosphere to enjoy coffee and conversation. Staff is great, especially John and Molly who work in the mornings. read more

I finally decided to try this place out today and I can say I won't be coming back. The cashier/barista, a young girl, was completely rude. She not only made a face but as I was paying she took the money so abruptly. I'm not one to write reviews but something like this is not okay. Hope to save some of you a trip to this place. read more

I love this place. It's a quick walk from the house, the coffee drinks are great, I can pick up some illy espresso for home, and the scones are fantastic. read more

I give Panache 5 stars because me and my friends always go there after school to get boba and some food we ether talk quietly or it is a great place to do homework and study. I am a common customer and the workers are always so kind. it has a great location next to 360 Burritos and is close to down town. it is so chill there and the food is really good, I recommend to everyone and think they should try it out! read more