Robu coffee provides a great option for folks who are craving matcha and Japanese sandwiches…read more I came here on a Saturday with my partner around 12, and it wasn't too busy. There are a couple of tables in the inside and a lot outside for you to sit! The cashier at the counter was very friendly and attentive. We waited around 10 minutes for our drinks, where we were able to take our sandwiches from the refrigerated portion of the case. It seems like there are sandwiches you can order where they will make it for you in the back, which I would like to try next time. Between me and my partner, here is what we got: * Sakura iced coffee: this exceeded my expectations! I thought the Sakura flavor came through without being too sweet and surprisingly the coffee did not overpower it and complemented it very well. * Banana matcha: this might be one of the first banana matchas I have had that did not taste artificial. I really like how they give you a small spoon shovel so you can eat some of the pudding top. So cute! * Egg sando: very yummy and they used the perfect amount of mayo. It was a light, delightful bite. * Strawberry sando: now this is the overall winner that stole my heart! This might be the best strawberry sando I had and I was surprised! Their strawberries were not only fresh and crisp, but the deep sweet vanilla bean flavor you got from the whipped cream was phenomenal! I usually do not care for strawberry sandos but this one got my attention! Overall, awesome place in Mountain View!

one of my fave new coffee spots in south bay! i've tried the black sesame latte and salted coffee…read more(vietnamese coffee) and both were strong and flavorful. i got less sweet and found it to be perfect. there's parking in the parking garage next door. employees are super sweet. only downsize is not much inside seating so not the most comfy to work from or chat with a friend, but solid drinks and i'm excited to try more drinks.

This coffee stand is in a super cute downtown area of Mountain View! Parking is a bit scary with…read morehaving to pull out/pull in while ongoing traffic is behind you but I've never struggled to find parking. I got the drink special recommended to me by the workers which was the Sana'a Latte. All drinks have the option to come iced or hot and they are paired with a small middle eastern cafe. Perfect to have a coffee and a meal! The beans were strong but not burnt and I loved the taste! They offered huge variety of latte flavors and syrups and many were unique. While seating inside/outside seems to be a bit limited I have also never seen all seats occupied. Would love to come back and try the food options and more coffee flavors and update my review as well!

Sana'a Cafe is actually inside Mediterranean Grill…read more We like to order a pot of coffee, and savory & sweet snacks. We've tried their different pots of coffee. I usually ask for the popular pot unless someone in my party has a preference, like the Turkish one. That one is nice and strong so that is a good one. The Dubai chocolate cheesecake is pretty good and my favorite cheesecake. It has a crunchy base, not your normal graham cracker. They heat up the savory pastries for you. I like coffee and going to coffee shops so I would recommend trying this place out if you haven't been.

This is probably my favorite drop-in coffee spot on Castro Street!…read more The staff is always very friendly and the coffee has a consistent quality that we continue to return for. We really enjoy the foam art and that you get a flower with each cup! It's fun that they also offer plants, which we have picked up and had success with, they also have a solid selection of ceramic pots to purchase for your plants. Overall, the vibe of this coffee shop is top notch, the drinks are always made well, and the staff create an inviting experience. I would highly recommend you give them a chance!

Bloomsgiving is such a cute concept - part coffee shop, part flower/plant store - and I usually…read morecome more for the ambiance than the actual coffee. The space itself is beautiful and aesthetic, and I love browsing the floral arrangements while hanging out. The coffee itself is just okay in my opinion. It tends to taste a little watered down or slightly bitter, though they do have fun and unique flavors like pandan if you're into specialty drinks. They also make the drinks look really cute with a flower on the side. I actually think their matcha drinks are much better than the coffee. The floral arrangements are definitely on the pricier side (around $50-$120), but they're high quality and stunning to look at.

The name pulled me in and I had to go make my own Pour Decision. Nice space and the coffee was…read moregood. Please come and create your own adventure.

Yummy drinks with a Hawaiian/Asian fusion twist that's popular these days, with flavors like…read morecoconut, ube, and pandan. Drinks are on the slightly sweet side but not sickeningly so. I got their special, which was a coconutty drink with whipped cream as a bit of a treat on a dreary, rainy day. They did get my hot/cold preference wrong, but I didn't mind that day. There isn't much in the way of seating, although the inside is nice and cozy. Baristas/cashiers are friendly and helpful if you have any questions about the menu. Service is a little bit slow as they do seem to get backed up quickly, but we were just hanging out and happy to savor our drinks on a weekend so it wasn't a big deal. Would definitely like to come by again and try other drinks!

Amazingly good coffee at this small place. I love finding…read morethese type of smaller independent coffee shops....I do believe they have another location as well... They source their beans from roasters....and the gal who helped me in the front I asked for a couple of recommendations for pour over drip....and the one she chose was way better than I expected! There is some seating in there and enough space outside as well to just relax and chill...I sat at the community table and enjoyed the coffee....I even had to go back the next day but I got a latte the next day.... I would definitely come back here if passing by or staying in Mountain View again...they do close quite early (5PM)....so I had to get a cup from Peets nearby and I told the guy I've been going there...and he even said Oh Yeah there coffee is good! Confirmed from another Barista!!!

Such a cute little coffee spot in Mountain View downtown…read more Make sure you keep time on hand on weekend mornings. There is a bit of a line and wait for the order. You have limited seating inside but there are few chairs outside shop as well. I tried their seasonal Cardamom rose latte and it was delicious!! Also my kid loved their ducky cake pop!

Perfect cafe to spend your time working from home or studying. Covour Coffee is located in an…read moreunassuming spot, serving the neighborhood a great selection of caffeine. I have already been to Covour a handful of times, mostly on weekdays, where I'm usually planted there for a few hours to do some work or study. On the weekends, it can get quite busy, while weekdays are more of a gamble depending on how many people are there. The parking lot is on the smaller side, so on busy days, it can feel a bit hectic. The space itself has a good number of tables to work or study from, along with great lighting. I really appreciate the selection of drinks they have, ranging from fun flavored lattes like tiramisu and burnt brown sugar to matchas, hojichas, and classic cafe staples like americanos and flat whites. Everything I've had here has been delicious and always hits the spot. They also have a range of food and toasts you can order. I recently got the ricotta and honey toast, which was delicious and light! Heads up, though, as expected, they do run low on stock later in the day. I came around 2 PM, and there were maybe four baked goods left. Overall, it's a great choice, and if you're in the area, definitely check them out.

I told myself I'd stop by every time I'm in the neighborhood, and Covour keeps proving to me why…read more Was nearby for a soccer tournament for the kiddos, needed coffee, so popped right in. Their cortado was dialed in. Just the perfect balance of flavor. I also tried their plain croissant, maple scone, and cinnamon rolls, and every single one was on point. This place is not just a fancy hangout spot. Everything is indeed legit here! Reliable spot. Will keep coming back!

Quick stop to try a matcha tonic for the first time. I personally did not enjoy the matcha tonic. I…read moredon't think the flavors balance well, so it was a one and done for me. It just wasn't my taste and reminded me a bit of a healthy green juice haha. I will definitely come back to try other drinks though. Loved the morning bun, it was so tasty. My partner enjoyed the black tonic.

Cute bakery and cafe! There is some seating inside and some nice relaxing seating outside although…read moreit can get a little windy. Their menu has a lot of sandwiches and coffee! I tried the decaf hot mocha and thought it was good! Not super sweet. I got the yuzu sando and thought it was not bad. They had a lot of celery bits in the egg mixture which I wasn't super crazy about but that's fine: I thought the sandwich could have used some salt so I asked for salt and they gave this cute plastic vial with some salt! The salt was a bit reddish and I think it was a little spicy which was interesting! It did make the sando pretty good. My spouse got this funny succulent dessert! It was interesting! Had some cake, jelly, pudding all in one! It was $18 though but it was basically eating a work of art! Staff was very friendly and welcoming! I would come back again and try other things!

Discovered the delicious summer desserts yesterday evening at Alexander's Patisserie! Open until…read more9pm! Raspberry Blossom cake - raspberry compote, raspberry crémeux, raspberry mousse and crisp almond figuerier base. Fabulous! Bright and refreshing when slightly chilled. Picture perfect!

I've been stuck at home with a bum leg for over a week, so I decided to treat myself to breakfast…read moredelivery from Alexander's Patisserie in downtown Mountain View, which I'd never tried before. I ordered an apple croissant, banana chocolate croissant, kouign-amann, baguette sandwich, and an iced mocha. It took a while for my breakfast to arrive. The iced mocha was warm because the ice had melted, but it was easy enough to fix with ice from my freezer. I'm pretty sure it had no coffee in it, just oat milk and hazelnut dark chocolate, which was perfect in my book. I drank it fast. It was my first time trying a kouign-amann, and I'm still not sure what all the fuss is about. After a couple of bites I moved on to the apple croissant, which had almond cream and a cinnamon apple compote in it. It was delicious, and I loved that it wasn't overly sweet. Next was the banana chocolate croissant. I was disappointed when I cut it in half and saw how little chocolate there was inside of it, but once I tasted it I realized it was just right. The bananas and almond cream were very, very sweet. It was scrumptious with powdered sugar and sliced almonds on top. Later in the day I tried the baguette sandwich, which had Brie, sliced apples, jambon, arugula, mustard, and garlic aioli on it. It was good at first, but then I had to remove the Brie because it overwhelmed the rest of the sandwich. The apple tasted great, but I pretty much love anything with apples on it. All in all it was an interesting breakfast and I'd gladly return to try more of their sandwiches and desserts.

Nearly ALL of my European clients and friends have raved about Maison Alyzee as being the most…read moreauthentic French patisserie in the area. Some of them don't even go to any other bakery besides this one and as such, I was excited to try their pastries. I got a combination of both basic items such as their croissant and their more decorative items such as their Paris Brest. The fundamental difference between American pastries and their French counterparts is that the latter are much less heavy and sweet and in that sense, Maison Alyzee does a good job. However, that quality really isn't that important to me unless I'm making baked goods at home or having them at a friend's. When it comes to a bakery, I care more about nuanced flavors, tastes, and textures and in those aspects, this place didn't really blow me away. To put it this way, I would rather travel to Midwife and the Baker and have one of their croissants at a cheaper price even if it may be more of a sugar bomb. I was actually contemplating knocking off another star because of how much the pastries cost an arm and a leg (almost $10+ for some of the individual items). In the end, I decided against it because this bakery is the first I've visited where the pastries both look nice AND taste good (Paris Baguette and Alexander's Patisserie, take note). Overall, this place is good if you are looking for pastries that both look and taste nice. Perhaps my palate is just not sophisticated enough but I just don't get any unique taste that warrants them being the most authentic French patisserie in the area. Personally, I would visit Midwife, Craftsman, and (soon) Arsicault in Palo Alto to get a more "quality' pastry.

My daughter is visiting from Seattle, and she and my niece and I went to dinner in downtown…read moreMountain View last night, and my niece wanted to purchase dessert items for us afterwards. Wow! Not only was it very busy at 6 PM on a Friday night, but the staff was super friendly, and they brought our items to our table outside. We cut everything in thirds. The Signature Chocolate Tart was very dense and fudgy and had a very fine layer of crushed hazelnuts that you really couldn't see but you could could enjoy the texture difference. A tiny flake of gold on top really made it classy. The Lemon Custard Tart was beautiful. Very light, not too sweet, and had a beautiful lemon tang which we all loved. A nice thin crust as well. The Pecan Cinnamon Roll was nice, but it was a tad on the dry side. It was thick and the top was sticky and yummy, but I feel like the interior could've been a little bit more moist. Maybe put some of that sticky stuff in there, lol! All in all, it was wonderful and we will be back.

Okay but... a hotel coffee shop with good matcha? That's the plot twist I didn't know I needed…read more We stopped here on my way out of Santa Clara heading to San Francisco -- it's conveniently close to a bunch of other spots, and since it's tucked inside a hotel, parking was ridiculously easy. (Underrated luxury.) Now, the hotel itself? Visually... a moment. It looked like someone invested serious money into it, but the design felt a little space-meets-startup-meets-what's-happening-here. Some elements felt elevated, others felt a bit makeshift. I genuinely couldn't tell what the theme was -- futuristic? celestial? boutique-on-a-budget? I'm still processing. The front desk team was clearly well-trained and knowledgeable -- they had every answer, every stat, every rate breakdown ready. But the warmth? Missing. I was hoping for a little storytelling since I'd never heard of the hotel before, and instead got a very matter-of-fact "we've been here five years" energy. Efficient, yes. Inviting, not quite. But let's talk about why you're really here: the coffee shop. Completely different vibe. Two people working, both genuinely happy, welcoming, and quick. We ordered a latte and a matcha to go -- total was about $22, which made me blink for a second -- but then I tasted the matcha. Oh. This wasn't the overly sweet, dusty-green situation you sometimes get. It tasted clean. Real. High-quality. The kind of matcha that feels intentional. I love Firehouse in Marin, but this? This was closer to serious coffee roaster-level quality. Smooth, organic-tasting, beautifully balanced. You could tell they care about what they're serving. Branding was strong, the space was cute, and I could absolutely see myself sitting there with my laptop pretending I'm writing something important. We grabbed ours to go, but it had that easy, airy, "stay awhile" energy. Would I book the hotel? Jury's still out. They don't have an in-house spa and mentioned bringing in third-party services for certain amenities, which made it feel a little less full-service than I expected. Would I go back for the coffee shop? Without hesitation. Delicious drinks, easy parking, quick service, and a vibe that actually makes you want to come back. Sometimes the side character steals the show -- and in this case, it's 100% the matcha.

This is my second time eating here at The Flyby, and I did the smart thing - I did not bring my…read morework with me! Because, once again, I was distracted by the quality of the food, and there would be no way for me to do anything else, but to eat! Today, I was in the mood for something more than a salad (much as I wanted to preset what I had the first time coming here, I made a concerted effort to order something else...), thus I chose the Forager Flatbread. It took less time to make this time (roughly about five minutes after ordering), and when it came out, I marveled at how it looked like a work of art! Just beautiful! Each piece of herbed formage blanc flatbread had a nice, crunchy bottom (but not blackened) and a slightly tanginess, with a a good amount of "hen-of-the-wood" mushrooms, sweet roasted garlic and a bed of arugula. My, oh, my! My first bite was a multi-level extravaganza! The crunch of the bread, followed by the aroma of the herbs and arugula, then the saltiness of the cheese, the sweetness of the roasted garlic, the earthiness of the mushrooms - all came together as just a wonderful work of culinary art! This being my first time eating today, my saliva glands just fired off at first bite, causing a bit of intense pain from too much saliva shooting out. But, seriously, this was a very delicious entree, that I enjoyed from start to finish! Bravo for this second joyous experience!