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Sana'a Cafe

4.5 (171 reviews)
Closed • 9:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
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Vanessa V.

Been wanting to try this place for awhile. It was just okay. We tried the iced matcha latte and the iced Spanish latte. Way too much ice for both drinks. And because of that, just tasted like milk. Maybe we'll come back again to try the pastries but the drinks were not it. It was crowded but the interior is nice.

Shay M.

I sought out this coffee shop in an effort to try something different and was pleased with my experience. The decor was beautiful and felt very opulent. I was a little overwhelmed with the menu and the cashier was very nice and helpful as I selected my items. I ended up choosing an adeni chai to drink along with a Dubai danish. The chai was rich and strong and the danish was fresh and not overly sweet. I would try this cafe again if I'm in the area.

Biscoff latte (top), baklava (right), iced matcha (bottom), knafeh (left)
Nishalina B.

You can definitely tell they use quality ingredients. Coffee is organic. Iced matcha with strawberry puree was good. This type of matcha doesn't come with syrup, so I suggest getting some because the puree is not too sweet. Vanilla syrup paired well. Baklava was crispy and sweet. Knafeh was good as well. Pastries are a bit pricey. Staff is well mannered and pleasant. Nice ambiance. Clean bathroom.

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Lin L.

Parking: Free with plenty of spaces in the shopping complex. Sana'a Café pays tribute to Yemen's rich coffee heritage, as Yemen is widely regarded as the birthplace of coffee cultivation and brewing. More than just a coffee shop, it offers a chance to experience Yemeni culture through its drinks, food, décor, and atmosphere. Ambience: Beautiful Middle Eastern décor with gold-and-black furniture, chandeliers, and traditional music playing in the background. The ordering process is efficient: order and pay at the counter, take the buzzer, pick up your food when it's ready, and return your cups and plates to the designated station when you're done. There's also a small private room in the back that can be reserved for larger groups. Another plus: they're open late: until 11 PM on weekdays and midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. What I'd recommend: * Drinks: Adani chai and Turkish coffee if you enjoy authentic, spice-forward flavors. * Dessert: Baklava (tiny, super sweet), Biscoff milkcake (much sweeter) or pistachio milkcake. * Savory: Chicken Musakhan and Chicken Fatayer. They warm them up before serving, and both were flavorful with tender chicken. When I visited, everyone was watching the Australia vs. Egypt World Cup match. The café erupted with cheers every time Egypt made a good play, with many customers proudly wearing Egypt jerseys. It was my first time seeing such an energetic World Cup watch party... without a single beer in sight! This place offers more than coffee and pastries: it's a chance to experience a different culture in a warm, lively atmosphere.

Iced Pistachio Latte
Brianna N.

The inside of this cafe is gorgeous! I love the ambiance and decorations. They have single tables and offer foot rests. The cafe is very large and seating was very comfortable. They have a section in the back but it's only available to larger study groups/parties. I ordered the iced pistachio latte and it was delicious! I thought it was a nice place to study, but a bit on the noisier side with volume of music so I would recommend noise cancelling headphones if you do plan to study here. They do offer wifi, but the connection wasn't very stable for me so I was mainly using my hotspot. I think this is a great spot to grab coffee and catch up with friends!

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Brettney P.

Sana'a Cafe is a stunning halal cafe! The ambiance amazing details epic branding on point! The offerings are as good as the place looks with quality in every aspect! Pulling up in the strip mall you don't expect much. But when you cross that threshold... wow! Prepare to be teleported to a little slice of Yemen in Elk Grove! When searching for vegan options this place came up. I literally had no idea what to expect and let alone that it was a Yemen establishment. But as a coffee snob my favorite coffee is the a light roast Yemen Mocha beans but they didn't have any. The staff were wonderful patient, kind, knowledgeable, radiating warmth and pride in the establishment. They do have a plethora of milk alternatives Coconut, Oat, Almond... Though for vegan food they only had the potato fatayer. I ordered the SANA'A LATTE and you can choose the level of sweetness. I got the lowest amount as I'm not big on sugar. I also got the potato fatayer. The surley teen (my kid) got the spinach feta and potato fatayer. No sauces given nor needed these were delish! Perfect balance of flavors and like a baked samosa or turnover (the non-flakey dough variety) The edges were crisp, the middle with stuffing was moist, not soggy, exquisite baking perfection! They don't make their offerings in-house but wow did they do their research on sourcing quality goods from local bakers, and premium ingredients! The Sana'a latte is their best selling latte and it was so good, that I had to order my second choice the rose latte to go! Had I stayed any longer I would have gotten more to go! If you are in the area check this place out! It's in my top 3 picks for coffee!

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Clarissa F.

I had this coffee lounge saved in my IG as a place to visit. And finally had a chance to stop in. Loved the decor probably because there was so much gold. Lol. The smell of coffee resonated. They also had on display pastries and desserts. So I decided to try the cheesecake and after talking with owner, he kindly wanted me to try the coffee cake. Flavor is a little different from what I'm used to to but I'd be interested in knowing the ingredients they may use. I also ordered a caramel macchiato. Which has been my go-to coffee for awhile now at other places. But Sana's coffee is so good. The coffee was smooth, no bitter taste. I havent been able to go back but it keeps lingering in the back of mind to return. Meanwhile, I've been telling friends and family to try it.

Sana'a latte, biscoff milk cake, dubai chocolate milk cake, coffee cake and kataifi
Isabelle R.

We ordered the Sana'a latte, Biscoff milk cake, Dubai chocolate milk cake, coffee cake, and kataifi. The Sana'a latte was enjoyable, though I'm not much of a coffee enthusiast, so I can't speak too much on how it compares to other coffee drinks. The kataifi was by far the sweetest item we tried and ended up being our least favorite. It was quite hard, and while the person at the counter mentioned that it was almost the same as kunafeh, we didn't find that to be the case. I can see the inspiration behind it, but the texture and overall experience were pretty different. As for the milk cakes, they all share a very similar base flavor. The main difference comes from the toppings rather than the cake itself. The Biscoff and Dubai chocolate milk cakes were both excellent and probably the best items we ordered. The coffee cake was also very good, with a strong coffee flavor that really came through.

Top Left: hot Sana'a latte  top right: Turkish coffee  Bottom left : iced chai unsweetened
Bianca V.

I've been waiting to try Yemeni coffee in Elk Grove since my friends rave about the Sacramento location. The service is so hospitable and the woman at the counter was patient work my questions. It is truly beautiful inside . Gold and black accents. It is truly a community space. I'd say this not a place for studying but for meeting friends and family. The coffee was delicious. I had the Sana'a latte- I love cardamom and the flavor was at the forefront. The coffee is strong but not overpowering. The flavors are a great balance. Out of all the drinks. Everyone liked mine the best. Will definitely be back insha'allah! I hope they get to expand even further.

04.26.26 cakes and pastries specialties from the Middle East
May A.

Yemeni coffee and Sweet treats [Elk Grove CA] Met with some friends and checked out this hot new coffee spot. They have many locations across the Bay Area and Sacramento, this one is located in Elk Grove. The menu included authentic, traditional Yemeni coffee and chai, also a variety of pastries from across the Middle East. We found a nice section in the back of the shop that was semi private from the main dining area. I'd say the area could hold around 10 to a dozen people comfortably maybe. There were 7 in our party. Place order at the counter and guests will be given buzzers when order(s) are ready for pickup. Individual orders were placed for coffee and chai tea but it was the desserts that caught my eye: Nutella Milkcake, Honeycomb, and Chicken Musakhan. I'd like to come back for the Dubai Milkcake or Dubai Cheesecake, anyone would like to join me?... anyone? LoL Plenty of parking in a shopping center. The cafe's grand opening was yesterday, 4/25/26. Trivia: Sana'a Cafe is named after the capital city of Yemen. Review #4021

Rich L.

We had a party of seven and Sana'a Cafe Elk Grove very accommodating. We were in the niche in the corner and still had room for five more people. I stuck with my traditional Turkish coffee which was delicious. I share my Turkish coffee and got someone else hooked on it. I also got the honeycomb bread. Balance flavors of a cream type cheese inside and honey drizzled over the bread... this is one to get, you won't be disappointed. Even with their grand opening jitters we were all helped quickly and great hospitality.

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Jeremy D.

Sana'a Cafe is a unique Middle Eastern coffee shop that's a fresh welcome to Elk Grove's growing restaurant scene. Upon entering, the cafe, we heard upbeat music and felt transported to another place with their decorations. There are many tables and comfortable chairs. The service is fast and the prices were reasonable; but be careful, all the à la cart food items adds up really fast. I like the ceramic drink cups, the heavier plates, and the round wooden serving tray. They are open late and that's perfect given that many places close by 9/10pm in the area. Even in the later evenings, they had a good stock available. I've had many of their drinks and food and they all taste great! My favorite drink is the hot Biscoff Latte with Oat Milk. My favorite food is the Dubai Milkcake. Having been to other similar places like this outside of California, Sana'a Cafe feels authentic and is at par with other high quality cafés.

Strawberry matcha (kind of mixed) and Carmel macchiato latte.
Nick C.

Crowd has died down but the place is still busy. Inside looks clean and has very nice decor with ample seating inside and out. Service was good and the drinks / food came out quickly. We got the Carmel macchiato, strawberry matcha and a Dubai cheesecake. The Carmel macchiato latte is great, just the right amount of sweetness and coffee. Wasn't watered down and had perfect amount of ice to where it wasn't just ice with little of the drink. The strawberry matcha was disappointing, you can taste the matcha but that's where it ends. No hint of strawberry, it wasn't sweet, and honestly just tasted like matcha on top of milk. The Dubai cheesecake was okay, sweet and a hint of spice that I'm not too keen of. Most of the drinks seem to be a dollar more for just being iced. Overall, decent if you get the right drink but may break the budget.

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Are any of the specialty drinks or the Yemeni Latte sweet? (Sorry, I'm not that familiar with Yemeni coffee)

Not too sweet, it's more in line with the spice flavor profile of chai, such as cardamom, cinnamon, cloves

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