You wouldn't expect it but there it is. A little bit of an "overseas" vibe smack dab in NorCal. Find it on a corner off Castro in Mt. View. Get a full course meal the cap off with wonderful desserts and coffee. The reason I'm not very specific is I want you to look it up and do your own research - because the outcome is a wonderful surprise for you. Go! read more

Sana’a Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, California

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Such a beautiful café. Full of love and culture. We enjoyed everything we ordered. The Yemen coffee and pastries are worth it! The service was excellent very kind and helpful! This is a must go place! It will be our regular spot to unwind and enjoy great coffee and desserts. read more

Sana’a Cafe - The incredible art! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, California

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Saffron cake is a knockout Dubai chocolate cake is delicious Adeni Chai tastes amazing Excellent ambience read more

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I enjoyed my iced Sana'a latte with cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger. I got it without sweetener and it was really refreshing. The baristas were very friendly and helpful. They let me see the non-dairy milk cartons to check whether they contain ingredients that I need to avoid, and they even recommended an app for people with food allergies. I didn't order food from the Mediterranean grill that shares the same space as the coffee shop, but my friend did and she enjoyed her meal. I recommend this spot and will be coming back. read more

Sana’a Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, California

I do not recommend Sana's Cafe, even though I'm a big fan of Mediterranean coffee shops. This particular establishment is cheap. The store shares the space with Mediterranean Grill. The serving containers are of cheap materials. The milk cakes were ordered from third party and tasted generic. We had a particularly bad experience there that the staff served our dine-in order pastries in to go boxes, and put the wrong cake in the box (despite the ordering slip showing what we ordered). The top of the cake was stuck to the lid of the box and ruined the whole cake. The serving tray and the sugar container look plasticky and unclean. I will not be coming back here. There are many other wonderful Yemeni and Arabic coffee places around and I'd rather visit. read more

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Their coffee and desserts are excellent. I also thought the service was outstanding. The girl who helped us at the cashier smiled and was kind and friendly. They also serve Mediterranean food here that looked really good so we will come back and try it for lunch or dinner. Nice outdoor seating area that is great to sit outside at on a nice day like today. read more

Downtown grabbing dinner with the wife and she had to try a place she had seen posts about online for dessert. So we stopped by to grab some stuff to take home. This location is a 'rethemed' restaurant, so the interior isn't as cool as other locations. It's mostly a basic restaurant vibe. Desserts in the case looked great, signs were mostly knocked off and upside down so you couldn't read them. However my wife knows I LOVE pistachio so we got the pistachio cheesecake and two small baklava. We were stoked to try the cheesecake, and the baklava. Quickly this all came crashing down. While we love pistachio, and think cardamom rocks, there was waaay too much cardamom in everything! Just killed it. We each had one bite of the cheesecake, and it got tossed. My wife took one bite of the baklava and that was it, I finished those off. It wasn't cheap, way too much cardamom, we won't be back and put this down as a skip for others. read more

Sana’a Cafe - Pistachio cheesecake with a crushed pistachio and spice topping. Very skippable..... - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, California

Amazing desserts, unique coffee drinks, great ambience and great interior. The service was quick and got my drinks right away! read more

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The Adeni Chai was AMAZING. My wife had a delicious saffron milk cake ! We arr definitely going to keep coming to this place . Vibes were pretty good and such a nice spot to hang out with friends read more

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They have a wide variety of hot & cold drinks. They also have smoothies & refreshers so there's a little something for everyone. The drinks are made fast, & taste authentic not watered down like other places. Staff were super friendly and helped me order my drink it was my first time there. It is a beautiful location and aesthetically pleasing definitely worth the drive. They have a wide range of pastries and desserts and triangle pies made fresh. read more

Absolutely amazing meet up spot with my bestieWe had our lunch, dessert, and tea all at one spot. We loved the adeni chai, pistachio cheesecake, and rose milk cake. The interior is also beautiful. We had a lovely time. read more

Sana’a Cafe - Adeni chai, rose milk cake, pistachio cheesecake, house special plate. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, California

I tried this cafe for the first time, my coffee and dessert was perfectly made the way I like it strong and not too sweet. They have the best customer service. The inside of this place is really gorgeous. Definitely coming back read more

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The food and drinks are okay to below average. Service depends on whom you run into, but the place has great late-night vibes. Compared to other Yemeni coffee spots like Qamaria in Fremont, this place has miles to go. I fell sick after drinking their Adeni chai. Midway through the drink, I realized something was off, and for the first time in 30 years of chai drinking, I threw it away. I also discarded my companion's cup, and they later thanked me for it. The next day, I felt horribly sick. It might be because they serve the chai in large Starbucks-style cups, whereas traditional Adeni chai is meant to be enjoyed in small portions. Still, the chai lover in me refuses to believe that a 100-year-old traditional recipe could make people sick unless something was genuinely wrong with how it was prepared. read more

Such yummy drinks and desserts!!! Fresh baked pastries, highly recommend the potato and chicken Fatayer. And their signature Mofawer coffee and Adeni Chai is splendid. read more

Sana’a Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, California

A tiny cafe with many great features. During Ramadan it is open (and full) until 1AM, providing an excellent (and very rare) offer of an extremely late cup of chai/coffee and sweets (kitchen closes earlier). At other times of the year the cafe apparently closes at 10PM. Highly recommended. Oh, and do not waste time looking for the Sana'a signs. From the outside, it is still a Mediterranean Grill House (go figure!). read more

Sana’a Cafe - Turkish coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, California

I have resumed using them And I was satisfied They are caring and have good service and I have had my eyes tested and they have done the testing and I am happy and plan to do additional work for my eyes read more

Talk about customer service! I'm sure she was the owner who helped us pick out some amazing deserts and drinks. She suggested pistachios milk cake and the bubble cheese thing (not sure what the name of it was). This place was so unique and delicious. There's so much more stuff I would like to try so I will definitely be back to give the other drinks and deserts a try! I love finding unique places like this where is authentic and delicious! read more

The first time I came here, I've had their sana'a latte with zattar cheese fatayer and enjoyed every sip and bite. I was well pleased during my visit. Lovely atmosphere and the staff members are sweet. This is my 2nd time returning back as a loyal customer, had to try something different please don't pass up the cafe. Come inside, have a seat, bring a book and try their decadent latte. Cheers read more

Sana’a Cafe - yemeni latte (regular sweet ) and beef fatayer - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, California

The most AMAZING honeycomb pastry and adani chai. The ambiance and staff are all so welcoming and warm. My new favorite spot for chai and vibes and open after iftar so great place to go for my caffeine fix . DEFINITELY a regular and will be coming back frequently for more read more

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Nice place for a to go with friends, sip chai over chats and games. The Adani chai is great !

What a lovely places... the coffee menu is amazing. We enjoyed different drinks and would be going there again.

This place used to just be the "Mediterranean Grillhouse". I would come here once or twice a week to satisfy my addiction to Levantine kebabs and the side salads. The meat is so delicious! The savor of the meat would linger in my palate for hours after, making me regret that the meal had to end. Then a big change: They teamed up with Sana'a Cafe. But don't fear, the old Grillhouse is still here! Now they have a full Yemeni-style café. They also remodeled with stunning wood panelling and elegant lighting. The mélange is beautiful After my meal I do dessert with an Adeni Chai and a sweet. There is a wide selection of cakes and pastries. I am especially fond of the milk cakes. If you need to grab a Shawarma wrap on the go or sit across from your special someone with the seductive scent of cardamon rising from the teapot, you won't regret Sana'a Café. read more

This place will single handily bring Castro street back!! Love it!! It's the third place I have been needing to meet up with friends and make new ones. Bravo read more

Coffee, dessert, and food is soooo delish! Vibes are top notch and all the staff are the BEST!!!!! I'm here every week!!!! read more

My New Favorite Spot! Everything about this cafe is exceptional -- from the cozy, welcoming ambiance to the delish food and warm service. The energy here is just *fun* -- it's the kind of place you find yourself wanting to come back to again and again. I'm completely hooked on their Yemeni and Sana lattes -- both are rich, flavorful, and unlike anything you'll find at a typical coffee shop. The Adana chai is another must-try: spiced perfectly and super comforting. The desserts are a whole experience. Whether it's the soft, indulgent milk cakes or the rich, decadent Dubai chocolate dessert, you really can't go wrong. Also, the grill items -- from the juicy chicken kabob to the flavorful kofta are consistently delicious. This cafe has become my go-to for everything from casual hangs to dessert cravings to just soaking up a great vibe. Highly, highly recommend! read more

The customer service was terrible. I ordered a hot beverage, and pastry. After about 15 minutes of waiting, I walked up to the counter and the server just realized that he had burnt the pastry in the oven. There was no sorry and he's simply said to wait for another one. I then reminded them that my beverage was not out yet. It seems it was sitting out for 15 minutes and the hot beverage had turned lukewarm. They handed it to me, and did not offer to redo their mistake. The café was quite empty. I spent $13 for cold burnt food and beverage that I'm completely unhappy about. I've had great experiences at other Yemeni coffee shops so this was a bummer. read more

Tried some of their lattes and refresher! Their amazing and totally worth it. Highly recommend their mango passionfruit

Looking for a community atmosphere? They got it! Friendly and helpful service coupled with excellent cuisine. I come here frequently for both. It's often packed and vibrant with cultural people, but don't worry, service is quick! It's definitely worth a visit if you're in Mountain View, or perhaps a frequent dining option for locals! read more

Good coffee, good ambiance and the decor is cute and relevant. As for the baklava, the serving size was very small for the price and also considering that the baklava picture showed a much larger size. I'd go back for the coffee tho. read more

Hey this place is awesome! Nice to try new coffee flavors and the food is delicious also. Wide variety of middle eastern desserts. Highly recommended! read more

I've been there several times. Their drinks temperature and opening times are not consistent. I came in at a few days ago a little after 8am only to find the cafe closed. Another day I ordered a hot drink, but the temperature was mild. Their consistency has gone down since they first opened. Service depends on the cashier. Ambiance is average. read more

I recently visited a Sana'a coffee shop with a cozy, inviting ambience and excellent customer service. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, offering us a few complimentary items to try. Unfortunately during my visit the power was out throughout the whole complex so I was unable to get the full experience. Although the inconvenience I was still able to get lots of dessert to try and they did not disappoint!! I highly recommend this place for its great costumer service and authentic Yemeni coffee experience. I will most definitely be returning. read more

This franchise seems to be a hit or miss for some people, but I personally love it! From their pastries to their teas and coffee, everything is delightful. I especially love being able to sit down with friends and have a chat over a pot of yemeni tea. You can't go wrong with their honeycomb pastry, paired with an adeni chai! read more

I've been coming here the last several evenings and the coffee and ambience really hit. Yemeni coffee lovers this is your spot. Amazing desert and savory options to choose from. Try their Biscoff tres leches cake and mango smoothie and thank me later. They are open late for any night owls looking for a spot to study or hangout. The owner and people working here are so kind and a huge plus. New favorite spot in Mountain View! read more

The service was so amazing! The staff members are welcoming and kind. I thought the chai and the various pastries were delicious! I'm not sure what this dish is called (in the photo), but they let my friends and I try this for free and it was our favorite! We will definitely be back to try more :) read more

Sana’a Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, California

This place is so cute. We tried Rose latte, Yemeni latte, and pistachio latte, two cheesecakes, and they gave us one on the house cause we accidentally ordered a different one which was very generous of them. Everything was delicious! read more

Sana’a Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, California

Hi! My wife and I have an amazing time here. The food is so tasty and reasonably priced and the drinks are really unique and really just delicious - we keep coming back! read more

Sana’a Cafe - Sanaa Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, California

Better than qamaria. Hella calm. Indoor and outdoor seating. Great neighborhood. Pretty good parking. read more

Sana’a Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, California

I stumbled upon this cafe while running errands. It is the Mediterranean Grill restaurant but the owner smartly added a dessert and cafe portion in the back. They offer nice Turkish/ Yemeni options as well as your classic coffee drinks/smoothies. I ordered a latte which was nice & flavorful, a bit strong for me but they do ask what sweetness level you prefer. I tried the beef fatayer which was quite yummy (meat was flavorful) and the dough was soft & chewy. Nice vibe and music to hang out solo, with friends, or if you have work to do. I will be back to try their desserts! read more

Alhamdulilah this place was amazing. Fredi was amazing in getting our food to us warm and fresh straight off the grill and Alliya was very patient and helpful with picking out what to eat. Maamoon took our order and helped us choose the perfect chai for 2. Please come here inshallah!! read more

Sana’a Cafe - Falafel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Mountain View, California

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