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    WhatCoffee

    4.0 (184 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    What is this ? It's definitely not coconut in the "coconut latte"
    Lina P.

    Most watered down flavorless coconut latte I've ever had. Not sure why the small amount of milk included was soo clotted. Tiramisu latte is the most bland drink. Had High Hopes :(

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    Vernon Van R.

    We first discovered What Coffee at a Lunar New Year event and were impressed enough to visit the café before heading back to LA. We're so glad we did. Parking can be a bit tough since it's mostly street parking, but if you're lucky, you might find a spot right by the café. It's worth the small hassle. The atmosphere is great. It's the kind of place where you can comfortably hang out, study, catch up with friends, or just stop in for a quick bite and coffee. The space feels welcoming and relaxed without being too loud. We ordered a hot matcha latte and the matcha mousse cake. The cake was light and not too sweet, which we really appreciated. It had a smooth texture and paired perfectly with the drink. As for the matcha latte, you can definitely taste the matcha, which I love. It wasn't overly milky or watered down. It had that rich, earthy flavor that true matcha fans look for. Overall, a cozy spot with quality drinks and desserts. We would definitely come back again if in the area.

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    Kathleen B.

    What a cute little coffee shop! They have a really awesome mural on the back wall I wanted to take a pic of but there was always someone sitting in front of it and I didn't want to bother anyone. There is only street parking, but I was able to find a spot at the end of the street, or there's a parking lot across the street where the other shops are. The ube lattes only come as iced. It was really good, but the ube flavor is very light. Barely noticed it. Coffee flavor was good though. The pistachio pastry was perfectly crumbly and flavorful. They have 2 restrooms. One has an employee only sign that I didn't notice when I used it. Ooops. Both restrooms are nice and clean. Staff was friendly. I loved seeing a decent flow of customers, some to hang out with friends, some just sitting to read or do work. Overall, it has a nice chill vibe. When I'm in the area, I'd go back.

    Marilet H.

    I wasn't planning on coming here but what a pleasant surprise it was! I came in and the barista was kind and has very welcoming energy. I ordered a pistachio and white chocolate matcha cookie, it was so fire. They warmed it up and it wasn't too sweet so it was just what I was looking for. It's pretty busy for a Friday when I visited, I plan to come back here to study and do work!

    Pistachio Croissant
    Kyle S.

    Headed over to WhatCoffee based on the yelp reviews and I'm very happy I did! Jawn helped me at the register. Soft spoken and knowledgeable. They were slow at the moment and he took time to tell me about the pastries and the pistachio croissant (which is what they're most know for). He also explained a new drink they just started offering which is a vanilla, honey, cinnamon latte. I of course tried it! Very balanced and not too sweet, definitely recommend. He also mentioned they do everything in house and roast their own beans. Ambiance was quiet for a coffee shop with one other guest working on his laptop. Everything was very clean. In my opinion, this is a gem in the local community and definitely worth a stop!

    i've gone in a couple times and the coffee is different every single time, as well as the sandwich toppings. There's absolutely zero consistency. Sometimes the salad is arugula, sometimes the salad is just rough chopped romaine, and the dressing is different literally every single time. The "coffee" is so incredibly disappointing. I don't even order coffee here anymore, but my boyfriend ordered a chai latte and it was literally just milk with a single pump of chai syrup, not even mixed. NO CHAI TEA IN THE CHAI TEA LATTE IS CRIMINALLLLLL ABSOLUTELY DIABOLICAL !!!!!!!!! it was white. Literally paper white. insane. Had to have it remade and the barista (guy) looked at me and went "oh.. you wanted like ?? more of the chai flavor ??" SIR IF I PAY $8 FOR A CHAI TEA LATTE I WOULD LIKE SOME CHAI TEA IN MY C U P OF MILK ?????? that's it. idk. not going back. lame.

    Eva C.

    Apparently this coffee shop has been here for a year, but I only recently found out because I was looking to get coffee in the area. I don't think they have their own private parking but there were some street parking available. The inside was pretty nice and seemed like a good place to get work done. I wanted to try the grape shaken cold brew but they ran out, so I got a tiramisu latte instead and a pistachio croissant. The service for the coffee was a bit slower than I thought it would be. When I got my coffee, the worker realized she forgot to put espresso in my drink and quickly fixed it for me. The pistachio croissant was buttery and flaky and had a rich pistachio flavor that I really enjoyed!

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    Annabelle R.

    Discovered this coffee shop and bakery at a recent event I attended (Hayward Night Market) where I tried a yummy savory treat from their food stand. This past Sunday, just a week later, I visited the Santa Clara cafe and had a positive experience once again. Loved the bright and modern space with unique light fixtures hanging from the ceiling and a variety of comfy seating options for guests (both indoor and outdoor tables available). Service at the front counter was friendly and efficient. There were no labels in the display case so I had to ask about some of the items, and the employee was patient and professional in answering my questions. I ended up ordering an iced mocha, ham and cheese croissant, and banana walnut muffin. The iced mocha was sweet and smooth, the croissant was flaky and served at room temp directly from the display case, and the banana nut muffin was moist and full of flavor. What's more, I appreciated the free wifi and easy parking right outside the entrance, adding to the convenience of paying a visit.

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    Haley T.

    Nice, cute coffee shop in Downtown San Jose. Stopped by before work and couldn't tell if they were open around 7am-- didn't see anyone inside and all the lights were off. One of the regulars encouraging me to just walk in. Ordered a flat white. Good quality espresso served in a fun ceramic cup. Ambiance is conducive to read, study or come by with a friend. The pastries were added to the display case a bit after opening.

    Ube latte
    Vicky L.

    Came to get some work done and vibes are pretty cute, very bright and nice lighting. No outlets though. Which I don't really expect all coffee shops to. The coffee was pretty good! It was a bit more milky than I prefer but loved the ube foam on top VERY ubey. Hoping I get to try the pastries next time!

    Tiramisu Latte and Lavender Latte
    Marilyn P.

    I came here to do some light studying, and I loved it! It was spacious with great natural lighting, and it usually doesn't get too crowded in the mornings. The coffee was a solid 3/5! The Tiramisu latte was sweet, and the lavender latte was yummy, nothing crazy but definitely something I would order again. I also love their pastries especially the Almond croissant!

    Joyce S.

    Stopped by this bakery and tried their pistachio and strawberry croissants -- both were amazing! The pistachio one had a rich nutty flavor with a buttery, flaky crust, while the strawberry one was slightly tart and sweet, with cream inside. Super fresh, not too sweet, and perfectly layered. Definitely worth coming back for a morning treat or weekend pick-me-up. Service was excellent and helpful.

    Ritu V.

    Went to What Coffee in Santa Clara and had such a great experience! I ordered a vanilla latte with an extra shot, a caramel latte for my husband, and a pistachio cream donut. The coffee was excellent -- my vanilla latte was smooth, bold, and perfectly balanced, while the caramel latte had just the right touch of sweetness. The pistachio cream donut was the star: fluffy, airy, and light without being overly sweet. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, a lovely spot to sit and relax. The staff were warm and welcoming, which made the visit even better. Definitely a place I'll be returning to!

    Wide open space, clean and bright display case with goodies. Lots of available seating.

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