cafe kazka is such a hidden gem in foster city! my friend and I came to check it out for lunch…read moreafter hearing it was a hong kong-style cafe, and were not disappointed at all. first, the cafe is so cute and also spotless- I could've stayed all day just reading or doing work. there was lots of outdoor seating overlooking the water which was so nice! I got an iced HK style coffee + milk tea which I've never had before but was so delicious. I'd definitely come back to try the other fruity drinks too! we ordered the tom yum noodles, preserved vegetables & pork noodle soup, salt & pepper fries, and the HK style french toast with peanut butter. the french toast was our favorite- it was fluffy and chewy and was just like the HK classic. the noodle dishes were both so hearty and flavorful too, and the portions were a good size. it did take a bit long for everything to come out, but it did seem like there was only one person working and she was very kind and accommodating when we had questions about our order. we didn't mind at all, especially sitting outside and enjoying the view! overall, I'll for sure be back for the drinks and to try some other HK style street food.

We stopped by this cafe for breakfast a couple of days ago after a long walk around Foster City,…read moreand unfortunately, we left with very mixed feelings. We ordered two breakfasts, and I have absolutely no complaints about the food. Everything was fresh and tasty, with fresh vegetables and berries, and overall the breakfast itself was very enjoyable. The coffee, however, was a completely different story. It was honestly terrible. Both the cup and the coffee itself had a strong plastic smell and taste, which made it almost impossible to drink. I took one sip and couldn't finish it. Unfortunately, the coffee really ruined the overall breakfast experience for me. If you're going to serve coffee to customers, I really think the quality needs to be improved significantly, whether that means using better equipment, better cups, or having someone who actually knows how to prepare good coffee. Another downside was the lack of personal interaction. Almost everything is handled through an AI/self-service terminal, with very little communication with the staff. For a new cafe, I personally think that takes away a lot from the experience. Hospitality and human interaction still matter, especially in a place where people come to relax and enjoy breakfast. The food was good, but considering the coffee quality and the overall service experience, would I come back? Unfortunately, no.

I come here on the weekends after swim class for lunch. I love the avocado on toast with Lox,…read morethe green tonic shake (very healthy) and quesadilla. They are only open until 3pm on weekends and 4pm on weekdays.

This is my go-to boba spot in San Mateo/Foster City! I…read moreencourage yall to try the cheese foam! I know it sounds weird but it gives an interesting tang to your normal boba. I find their flavor to be richer and less "watered down" than other boba shops. Service is always quick here :) [this review was made in connection with a Toast promotion]

The mango lemon slushy was delicious and the bubble waffle came out piping hot and the right…read moreconsistency. Would recommend taking your drinks to go, as the cleanliness needed some attention, with overflowing trash cans and unswept floors. The self order kiosk was also down, but the staff were very helpful in taking orders. However, when they weren't directly addressing customers, they could still stand to be a bit more professional. There were four girls working the shift, horsing around and using quite a lot of profanity (with each other, not the customers, and in a joking affectionate way, but there were children around).

We come here every Tuesday for their free size upgrade promo! Soft, chewy boba and great selection…read moreof fruit flavors for your drink. You have an option to essentially create your own drink - choose your flavors, choose tea, sweetness level, and topping! Line goes by super quick and there isn't much space to wait inside. Sometimes the drinks are hit or miss because we've been trying out new flavors every week. However, you can always ask the staff to make any adjustments if you're unsatisfied. Our favs are: Mango, raspberry, pineapple green milk tea Rose, peach, strawberry green milk tea

The Thai Tea Bobba drink that I ordered as "Normal Sweet" was WAY TOO sweet!!…read more Also, the drink made me sick! I'll never go there again. The drink likely contained sulfite preservatives that I'm allergic to!!!

I haven't had Jamba Juice for years. We were waiting for our food elsewhere and decided to grab a…read moredrink. I ordered the white gummy and my husband the watermelon lemonade. They were both so good! We went back 3 more times that week! Can get expensive quick though at $20 for 2 small smoothies, but man they were good!

There were three employees but it took them almost five minutes to take my order. They were talking…read moreto each other and I was the only customer in there. Mega Mango - my drink wasn't filled to the top :( for a smoothie at that price point, I expected it to be filled closer to the top. The smoothie was also a little watery than the usual mega mango.

This is my go-to breakfast spot whenever I'm visiting my dad. I always end up getting the açaí…read morebowl--it's super fresh and really hits the spot in the morning. One of my dad's favorite places too, so it's become a bit of a tradition for us. I usually swap the açaí base for vanilla, which I love. The women working the morning shift are always so friendly and welcoming. It's a great start to the day every time.

AMBIANCE: Very small location with limited seating (3 seats). More of a grab and go type of place…read more Wanted to try samples of the juice, but the sample cups outside looked dirty/used? FOOD: Definitely more of an expensive place for acai bowls. My friend got their smaller soft-serve style version ($8) and the inside was unfortunately hallow. I got their original acai bowl ($14). The acai base was very flavorful and tasty, with a good texture. The toppings were good as well (loved the granola). However, is this place worth the price? Honestly no; you can get similar tasting acai bowls elsewhere for closer to $10. SERVICE: It seems like they only have 1-2 people working, however, there wasn't a long wait. The staff seemed neutral (not rude, but not super friendly) and the place was clean.

Livin Sweet is my favorite discovery this year! I love their flavors -- esp all the drinks with…read morefresh fruit/produce and spices. I'm a sweet tooth but my middle-aged gut needs to avoid excess sugars/flour and dairy so their menu options are perfect. So far, my picky gut has been very happy with Mangonada, Green Smoothie, and Michelagua. Some people need bubble tea regularly, I need their Michelagua whenever I'm passing Belmont!! The staff are very friendly and patient as I'm still learning the menu and want to try everything. I walk out looking like I have a family to feed, meanwhile I'm solo tasting my way through the menu The decor is cute and the store always looks neat. Street parking in this area is always a crap shoot (not their fault), but there is a public parking lot across the street (on the corner of 6th & Emmett). I'm a fan and will be coming here like I have a gym membership. See you there!

Was in Belmont for dinner and we craved something sweet, we looked on yelp and spotted this spot…read more Plenty of parking available around the area. Cute ice cream shop in Belmont. When we walked in, we were greeted right away. Customer service is great, you can sample the ice creams. Different flavors than other ice cream shops, but BETTER. They had rice pudding, queso, eggnog, strawberry to name a few. The hubby decided to have the queso ice cream in a cup and I had the creminieve, it was fresh strawberries with 2 scoops of ice cream (you can choose what flavor ice cream, but I think it's best with the strawberry ice cream) and topped with cream, it was DELICIOUS I finished the whole thing! They also had dessert waffles available. Cute ice cream shop, friendly service, and delicious desserts. Definitely a must when you're in the area!

The Brown sugar Boba was amazing Fast service and amazing…read morestaff. It also such a cute place. I love the name and I love clean the establishment was

The strawberry matcha I got was incredibly chalky. However,…read morethe peach oolong drink was good! Would not recommend the matcha. Service was fast though!!

A long overdue review for my favorite coffee shop ever!…read more I go here religiously (literally any time I have a day off!) and get the same iced matcha order every single time, and it's always such a comfort to see the same friendly, welcoming faces behind the counter. They have great indoor seating if you want to hang out for a bit too. The strawberry matcha specialty chocolate is hands down my absolute favorite treat, and I make sure to snag one every single time they have it in stock. Parking can definitely be tricky, and you might have to circle around a couple of times on busier days, especially over the weekend. But just know it's so worth it!

The lattes here are so good that we decided this would be our coffee shop for the rest of the trip…read more My husband ordered a miso caramel, I ordered the sesame latte, and my sister got a cold brew. The two lattes came in identical-looking containers, but you could taste the difference in each, which isn't always the case. The miso was salty and sweet with an earthy flavor. Nothing was too sweet, and everything was exquisite and unique. Very much worth going out of the way for. Even the baristas were friendly. My sister ended up talking to one of the guys behind the counter about the shop's cold brew process for quite a while. One of my favorite coffee shops I've ever been to, period. Not just the best in the area. Find a better place? Ya can't.

Whole Foods are different everywhere. This Whole Foods has a very large selection of product that's…read morerotated frequently. They also have a good fish and meat department. I love the staff at this. They work well together and despite the tremendous crowds, you can often find a crew member willing to help! I also Here are some of my favorite staff: Miguel is friendly and efficient! He helped me with any problems I had and helped me with any items at ease. Juan is a welcoming and patient administrator! He would help me figure out how to change my method of payment and look for products and give me an update on the next shipment. Gary is so sweet and observant. I often have to check with the staff to help keep a cart of my product at the front and Gary would always look out for me. He even helped me put some perishables into a cooling bag because he didn't want my produce from another grocery to go bad while I shopped here. David is a helpful and efficient produce manager. He often helps me check on the availability of produces in the back and lets me know the status of the next shipment if possible! Fernando is a lovely and friendly fishmonger. He would answer all of my questions and help me get the freshest catch and ask about my day every time we meet. Edgar is a very kind and helpful fishmonger! He helped me with several of my requests to get frozen items in the back and he cuts extremely nice pieces of fish so that it's well trimmed and not broken in pieces. Denzel has a bright smile and knows his fish! He would help me search for the best fish and help me check what's in the back for me. He's very nice and friendly. Ray is a wonderful butcher who is very patient and welcoming. He also taught me the next best thing when certain items are out of stock. Walter - After I walked back and forth in the aisle, he checked in and offered to help me. I showed him a photo of the item and he checked aisle where just to find it. He was very helpful and friendly! There is also this one gentleman who is meticulous with the stacking of egg cartons, milk cartons and drinks! He doesn't have a clear name on his tag but I appreciate his attention to detail for the products! B or Brianna - She's a great fishmonger! She's professionally and definitely knows her stuff. She helped me cut a beautiful piece of fish and pack up nice crabs on my last visit. (There's a few more members that I'll include next time!) My only concern at this location is the sandwich department that is often unavailable due to technical difficulties and the lack of a coffee/smoothie bar that is common at other Whole Foods!

I love Whole Foods. This location is decent and there's always parking available. If there aren't…read moreany spots in the lot, you just drive underground, and voila! So much space! I can usually find what I need and there's generally a good selection of items (both essential and just for fun). Staff have always been pleasant and helpful in the few instances I've requested assistance. I don't love how high the shelves are at times, primarily in the dairy section, but it is what it is. Fortunately I don't need items that high up frequently!