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I went here for a coffee chat and it's a quick walk from SJSU. They released the matcha series and I decided to stray away from a mint mojito that I usually get and try the Strawberry Mint Mojito. It was an interesting taste and I'm glad I tried it. It's not too overly sweet and it comes with the option of oat milk or another option (I forgot) but with no charge. The service was really nice!
Philz Coffee is and will always be one of my absolute favorite stops downtown, and every visit reminds me why. The energy here is unbeatable--there's something about the mix of people working, chatting, and just soaking in the city that makes it the perfect spot for a little people‑watching while you sip something amazing. My go‑to drink will always be the Mint Iced Mojito (oat milk, extra creamy and sweet!). It's refreshing, smooth, and perfectly balanced--hands down one of the best iced coffee drinks anywhere! But what keeps things exciting is how consistently great their seasonal offerings are. Whether it's a limited‑time blend or a fun twist on a classic, they always manage to make something that feels both new and reliably Philz. They also have a nice selection of bakery items, which are great for a quick bite, but ask my husband, the real star of the show is the pour‑over coffee. You can taste the care in every cup. Each one is brewed individually, and it makes such a difference--rich, aromatic, and crafted exactly the way you want it. I could honestly watch the baristas all day! Between the handcrafted drinks, the friendly baristas, the fresh pastries, and the lively downtown atmosphere, Philz is the kind of place you look forward to visiting. It's more than a coffee stop--it's a whole vibe!
Philz Coffee has some fun seasonal drinks. First time at this location and it was a good experience. We parked in a structure next door. There were plenty of spots and it is a short walk. The windows of Philz were decorated with holiday drawings. Upon entering, the space seems small, but cozy. Came here on a Sunday afternoon with a friend and it was pretty busy, but there was no line. I ordered a hot Tiramisu latte with almond milk and my friend ordered an Iced Mint Mojito. We also ordered a Cadamom Squiggle to share and asked for it warmed up. We were not called to pick up our drinks, so not sure when they were ready. We waiting about 5-10 minutes for them. Since there weren't any available seats inside, we sat outside. The Cardamom Squiggle was solid. Good cardamom flavor without being overpowering and the dough was buttery. The Tiramisu latte did not taste like tiramisu. It was an okay coffee drink. It tasted more like milk with a side of coffee. My friend liked her Iced Mint Mojito though. Overall, giving Philz Coffee a 3.5/5. Previous experiences have been better. Service and coffee at this location are okay. Maybe I need to try a drink I have had before to compare. Would not recommend based on this experience but would try them again.
The service at this Philz is always outstanding. I came by last week for a quick pick-me-up in the afternoon and it was such a nice way to end my work day! I brought my laptop. There is limited seating, but free wifi is available. I tried one of the new winter drinks, Tiramisu. It's definitely on the sweeter side, so highly recommend asking for less sweet. I also normally don't go here because of the parking situation, but the parking garage near the library is actually free for 90 minutes! Highly recommend parking there if you don't want to deal with street parking. Anyways, highly recommend Philz! It's truly one of the best places to get coffee and I haven't had a bad experience at any of their Philz locations so far. The DTSJ one is the one that I first tried Philz at and I've been hooked ever since. Enjoy!
A classic coffee spot with unique drinks. Great service with your drinks and a space you can chat or do some work.
I've been coming here since 2008 and this spot never disappoints. It's one of the few locations that still does things the old school Philz way before they scaled and some of it's stores lost its charm. At this location, you order directly with the barista before heading to the register. Just tell the cashier what you ordered (honor system) and they ring you up. The baristas are super knowledgeable and are there to help answer your questions if you're unsure about what you want. When your drink is ready, they call your name and hand it to you without a lid so you can take an initial taste test. If you're not satisfied, they'll fix it on the spot. Once you're good to go, grab a lid and you're all set! Simple but such a nice touch that you don't see anywhere else anymore. If you're nearby, definitely stop by! Honestly, it's worth going a little out of your way and there are cool local shops and things to check out around the area too.
I always love stopping at Philz when in town. The coffee is delicious. I always get some beans to take back home. The drinks are fun and different than what we have back home. Every time has been consistent and I haven't had a bad drink yet. The shop is always cheerful and crowded with people in the morning. It is definitely a fun place to grad a drink but maybe too loud to work or sit and chat.
I frequent this Philz location as I work in DTSJ. My go-to order is a Large Philtered Soul Philz way ($5.95) - medium cream, medium sugar. Minus one star for not using the Philz app for pre-ordering drinks. Sometimes it can take up to 30-minutes to get your coffee depending on how busy it gets. I've also had times where I've gotten my coffee in 10-minutes. Some baristas are friendlier than others, but I've never had any issues here. You wait in line, place your drink order with a barista, pay for your drink, then wait for your coffee to be called. There are couches and tables usually taken by studious college students. There is plenty of street parking nearby and also a parking garage with free 90-minute parking.
I've been coming here since 2010 and it's still one of my favorite Philz locations. Came on a Sunday at 10 AM and it was fairly packed. I ordered the Mint Mojito which was delicious as always. The wait was around 15 minutes, which is reasonable given the crowd. What really sets this spot apart is that it still honors the original Philz tradition - baristas ask you to taste your drink before you leave and they'll happily remake it if something's not right. Most SF locations have dropped this practice and even the North San Jose one doesn't do it anymore. It's refreshing to see it upheld here. The vibes are great and the customers are always friendly. I'm not sure if it's officially dog friendly but I saw a few dogs inside. There are also a couple of outdoor tables if you prefer to sip your coffee in the fresh air.
First time going to this location since it's right near campus. The way this Philz Coffee operated in terms of ordering and paying was quite confusing. Could've been managed or set up better but I understand how chaotic and busy it could be. I wasn't really satisfied with my iced mint mojito. I got a large with almond milk and Splenda (healthier option). I used 3 Splendas but my drink was soooooooo bitter. The mint flavor wasn't really present either nor was my drink that creamy. And I tend to get Philz at other locations often so this was a bit sad.
I loved the mocha and Amann. It was perfect amount of bitter and sweet. The Rose was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my husband seemed to love it. It's a sweet spot by the University. There was a long queue, and that only goes to show how much it is loved. Staff was managing well. Good ambiance. It has indoor as well as an outdoor seating. It has wifi too so thats a plus!
Philz coffee is one of the first coffee shops I went to during my first semester of SJSU religiously. It's always a safe choice to get and they always cater to your taste. Which is one of reasons why I love Philz. They're very customer oriented and make sure that the coffee will taste right. It does get pretty noisy due to the popularity of the coffee shop, but it just shows how well they're doing! Not pictured is the drinks. My usual go to is the ecstatic with extra sugar and extra creamy or the Cinnamon Toast Crunch. It's not too far from campus so it's always worth the wait and walk!
Came by for coffee the other day and it was a tasty experience. Ordered with the barista at the counter and paid with the cashier towards the door. There was a slight wait to get to the barista. Drinks are made to order and my iced mint mohito was pretty strong, sweet and creamy as requested. The Gen Z barista was super chill and friendly.
10 days ago
Not like I really need to "review" a Philz Coffee. Their brand and quality coffee pretty much speak for themselves. Personally, my go-to favorites are the Mint Mojito, Tesora, and Philtered Soul. You really can't go wrong with any of them. What made this visit worth writing about was Kris. Super friendly, welcoming, and just genuinely good vibes all around. His favorite phrase is "I got chu." It's always nice when someone brings positive energy to their work and makes the customer experience that much better. Great coffee is already expected at Philz, but great service deserves some recognition too. Shoutout to Kris for keeping the good vibes going! read more
2 months ago
First time at this location. Kinda if busy since it's right across from the university. Ordering system was well. Of course I got my favorite all times lol, the iced mint Mojito! Soo perfectly made! I always recommend this for first timers lol read more
I went here for a coffee chat and it's a quick walk from SJSU. They released the matcha series and I decided to stray away from a mint mojito that I usually get and try the Strawberry Mint Mojito. It was an interesting taste and I'm glad I tried it. It's not too overly sweet and it comes with the option of oat milk or another option (I forgot) but with no charge. The service was really nice! read more
1 month ago
8 months ago
Philz Coffee is and will always be one of my absolute favorite stops downtown, and every visit reminds me why. The energy here is unbeatable--there's something about the mix of people working, chatting, and just soaking in the city that makes it the perfect spot for a little people‑watching while you sip something amazing. My go‑to drink will always be the Mint Iced Mojito (oat milk, extra creamy and sweet!). It's refreshing, smooth, and perfectly balanced--hands down one of the best iced coffee drinks anywhere! But what keeps things exciting is how consistently great their seasonal offerings are. Whether it's a limited‑time blend or a fun twist on a classic, they always manage to make something that feels both new and reliably Philz. They also have a nice selection of bakery items, which are great for a quick bite, but ask my husband, the real star of the show is the pour‑over coffee. You can taste the care in every cup. Each one is brewed individually, and it makes such a difference--rich, aromatic, and crafted exactly the way you want it. I could honestly watch the baristas all day! Between the handcrafted drinks, the friendly baristas, the fresh pastries, and the lively downtown atmosphere, Philz is the kind of place you look forward to visiting. It's more than a coffee stop--it's a whole vibe! read more
24 hours ago
10 months ago
Philz Coffee has some fun seasonal drinks. First time at this location and it was a good experience. We parked in a structure next door. There were plenty of spots and it is a short walk. The windows of Philz were decorated with holiday drawings. Upon entering, the space seems small, but cozy. Came here on a Sunday afternoon with a friend and it was pretty busy, but there was no line. I ordered a hot Tiramisu latte with almond milk and my friend ordered an Iced Mint Mojito. We also ordered a Cadamom Squiggle to share and asked for it warmed up. We were not called to pick up our drinks, so not sure when they were ready. We waiting about 5-10 minutes for them. Since there weren't any available seats inside, we sat outside. The Cardamom Squiggle was solid. Good cardamom flavor without being overpowering and the dough was buttery. The Tiramisu latte did not taste like tiramisu. It was an okay coffee drink. It tasted more like milk with a side of coffee. My friend liked her Iced Mint Mojito though. Overall, giving Philz Coffee a 3.5/5. Previous experiences have been better. Service and coffee at this location are okay. Maybe I need to try a drink I have had before to compare. Would not recommend based on this experience but would try them again. read more
The service at this Philz is always outstanding. I came by last week for a quick pick-me-up in the afternoon and it was such a nice way to end my work day! I brought my laptop. There is limited seating, but free wifi is available. I tried one of the new winter drinks, Tiramisu. It's definitely on the sweeter side, so highly recommend asking for less sweet. I also normally don't go here because of the parking situation, but the parking garage near the library is actually free for 90 minutes! Highly recommend parking there if you don't want to deal with street parking. Anyways, highly recommend Philz! It's truly one of the best places to get coffee and I haven't had a bad experience at any of their Philz locations so far. The DTSJ one is the one that I first tried Philz at and I've been hooked ever since. Enjoy! read more
I've been coming here since 2008 and this spot never disappoints. It's one of the few locations that still does things the old school Philz way before they scaled and some of it's stores lost its charm. At this location, you order directly with the barista before heading to the register. Just tell the cashier what you ordered (honor system) and they ring you up. The baristas are super knowledgeable and are there to help answer your questions if you're unsure about what you want. When your drink is ready, they call your name and hand it to you without a lid so you can take an initial taste test. If you're not satisfied, they'll fix it on the spot. Once you're good to go, grab a lid and you're all set! Simple but such a nice touch that you don't see anywhere else anymore. If you're nearby, definitely stop by! Honestly, it's worth going a little out of your way and there are cool local shops and things to check out around the area too. read more
4 months ago
I always love stopping at Philz when in town. The coffee is delicious. I always get some beans to take back home. The drinks are fun and different than what we have back home. Every time has been consistent and I haven't had a bad drink yet. The shop is always cheerful and crowded with people in the morning. It is definitely a fun place to grad a drink but maybe too loud to work or sit and chat. read more
I frequent this Philz location as I work in DTSJ. My go-to order is a Large Philtered Soul Philz way ($5.95) - medium cream, medium sugar. Minus one star for not using the Philz app for pre-ordering drinks. Sometimes it can take up to 30-minutes to get your coffee depending on how busy it gets. I've also had times where I've gotten my coffee in 10-minutes. Some baristas are friendlier than others, but I've never had any issues here. You wait in line, place your drink order with a barista, pay for your drink, then wait for your coffee to be called. There are couches and tables usually taken by studious college students. There is plenty of street parking nearby and also a parking garage with free 90-minute parking. read more
I've been coming here since 2010 and it's still one of my favorite Philz locations. Came on a Sunday at 10 AM and it was fairly packed. I ordered the Mint Mojito which was delicious as always. The wait was around 15 minutes, which is reasonable given the crowd. What really sets this spot apart is that it still honors the original Philz tradition - baristas ask you to taste your drink before you leave and they'll happily remake it if something's not right. Most SF locations have dropped this practice and even the North San Jose one doesn't do it anymore. It's refreshing to see it upheld here. The vibes are great and the customers are always friendly. I'm not sure if it's officially dog friendly but I saw a few dogs inside. There are also a couple of outdoor tables if you prefer to sip your coffee in the fresh air. read more
First time going to this location since it's right near campus. The way this Philz Coffee operated in terms of ordering and paying was quite confusing. Could've been managed or set up better but I understand how chaotic and busy it could be. I wasn't really satisfied with my iced mint mojito. I got a large with almond milk and Splenda (healthier option). I used 3 Splendas but my drink was soooooooo bitter. The mint flavor wasn't really present either nor was my drink that creamy. And I tend to get Philz at other locations often so this was a bit sad. read more
I loved the mocha and Amann. It was perfect amount of bitter and sweet. The Rose was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my husband seemed to love it. It's a sweet spot by the University. There was a long queue, and that only goes to show how much it is loved. Staff was managing well. Good ambiance. It has indoor as well as an outdoor seating. It has wifi too so thats a plus! read more
Philz coffee is one of the first coffee shops I went to during my first semester of SJSU religiously. It's always a safe choice to get and they always cater to your taste. Which is one of reasons why I love Philz. They're very customer oriented and make sure that the coffee will taste right. It does get pretty noisy due to the popularity of the coffee shop, but it just shows how well they're doing! Not pictured is the drinks. My usual go to is the ecstatic with extra sugar and extra creamy or the Cinnamon Toast Crunch. It's not too far from campus so it's always worth the wait and walk! read more
2 months ago
2 years ago
Came by for coffee the other day and it was a tasty experience. Ordered with the barista at the counter and paid with the cashier towards the door. There was a slight wait to get to the barista. Drinks are made to order and my iced mint mohito was pretty strong, sweet and creamy as requested. The Gen Z barista was super chill and friendly. read more
2 years ago
Philz Coffee is one of my favorite coffee shops so I'm so happy to have so many locations close by since moving to the Bay Area! Of course, I had to pick up a bag of coffee beans as well for some home brewing. The mint mojito is one of my favorites for a sweet treat and it's one of their classics. They also have plenty of other blends, ranging from light, medium, and dark flavors. read more
5 months ago
6 months ago
Philz is great, I really enjoyed it. I ordered the Philtered Soul, very tasty! The barista was very nice, patient and gave me a couple of suggestions since it was my first time coming to Philz. I will definitely come back when I'm in San Jose. read more
Been hearing the hype about this place (the original Philz from which there have been many others that have opened in various cities) for years so I finally came to try it! I was not disappointed! Get the Mint Mojito iced! So refreshing! Customer service is great and patient, you can adjust the sweetness and cream level to your liking too. The line was long, going out the door on a Saturday afternoon but they are pretty efficient! read more
Nice little coffee shop to hang with friends or study during a gap period. The music always sets a nice vibe and the cushion chairs are very cozy. I'd recommend checking DoorDash pickup to gauge how long you need to wait because it's busy morning to afternoon. The baristas are very particular in crafting your drink so the cool time, sweetness level, and creaminess is always right. Staff are friendly and I think they leave the cap off at first so you can see if your drink is right. I usually see them put a cap on if someone's order has been out for minute. Prices are fair :) My favorite is the iced Tesora (light ice, brown sugar, light cream, sweet). With or without cream it's tasty and isn't too sweet even though I order the highest level. I think the consistency of the baristas and brown sugar contribute to the Tesora being such an enjoyable drink. read more
1 year ago
Every time I visit this Philz in Downtown San Jose, it takes me back to my days as an undergrad at SJSU. I love that it's walking distance from campus, and the service is always quick and friendly. The coffee is amazing, definitely one of my favorite spots. read more
My favorite coffee place of all time! I've been coming here since my college days over. At least 10 years now. This location is within walking distance to SJSU. We stopped by on our way to Christmas in the Park. I ordered my usual min to mojito iced creamy and sweet. They brew fresh coffee on the spot and make it to your liking. My sister in law got the Tesora which was delicious too. It's more earthy. She ordered it extra creamy. Love this place but it is small. Not a spot you'll sit and hang out in but it's downtown so you can stroll downtown and sip your coffee, walk yo the park, or find a bench to enjoy your drink on. The service is on point too. Everyone is always friendly. If you've never been don't pass it up! Way better than Starbucks or Peet's. read more
1 year ago
Very delicious coffee! I got the silken splendor and I cannot wait to come back and try different flavors! Best cup of coffee I had in a while! read more
2 years ago
This is my first time here at this location , WOW so deferent than others ones , you have to order with the Barista , after go pay . And you can order only pastries, but everything is so sweet with chocolate no breakfast etc . Like and other ones . Just letting you people know , they are really friendly the staff I love it . Environment and atmosphere are ok a lot of students . Good vibe !! read more
Came here after my husband really said so much good stuff about it. I wasn't really going for a coffee that time but I ended up having so much of his. It was the Mocha Tesora. I love a good chocolate anything and the chocolate and coffee combination here was just amazing. Drink was also not too hot so we could savor this for a long time. Really amazing vibe on the inside as well. Nice place to just come and hang out all day working from here. read more
2 years ago
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1 year ago
With dark chocolate and berry combined in this dark-roast, it makes for an interesting name from Phil's son. One time I paid at the counter, I was confused for a small coffee, and the baristas helped me guide to the person who took my order. A cool atmosphere, I may say for this hot weather. read more
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118 Paseo De San Antonio
San Jose, CA 95112
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What time this location usually close?
On Google, it shows their hours as 6am-5pm. On Yelp it shows 6am-6pm.
Will this location ever be on the Philz app? If so, when?
Not sure, but I just ordered through the caviar app and that works!
Are they still selling their food (as of Aug 15, 2020)? I didn't see their avocado toast or anything on Caviar, so I was wondering if their breakfast food is still available to order in-person
I believe they're just selling the baked goods. That's All I recall seeing on my last visit
Ask anyone ever asked to have their drink remade? I know they always ask you to taste it. I haven't had a bad drink, but just some are better made then others.
I'm just a customer, but I've personally seen one person ask to have their drink remade because they didn't like the way it tastes. I know the staff gives you the option as well. They're super friendly and open to it, so don't feel bad to ask if you…
Sooooo? I've never experienced a coffee shop with no restroom for patrons. Must be something new. But my question to the public is what do you do when you've been studying and ingesting loads of coffee and need a bathroom break? 🧐
The bushes!
What app do people use to order online at this location?
I believe this location uses Caviar but other locations uses the Philz app (only available on the Apple App Store)
I definitely like the taste of their coffees. I think the caffeine level is pretty intense. Service is friendly. Can someone please explain to me why a pour over coffee with mostly water and not a whole lot of milk or cream is over five dollars? I…
I think there are several reasons the coffee is pricey: 1) pour over is slow so the making of the drink takes as long (if not longer) than making a complicated order. 2) coffee beans are of good quality 3) there is enough of a following that they…
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