The Most Scrumptious Cafes in Newark

Cafe Rumi

★★★★☆ 4.3 (946) • $$

"Lovely little neighborhood cafe with delish food and lattes. I've had their gyro plate before and am a fan of their rose latte. Sweet staff and relaxed vibes. Glad this exists in CV!"

Little India Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (887) • $$

"We've been ordering from here for over 5 years now. They changed ownership somewhat recently and it's mostly still the same.Food is still great (we mostly order curries) and haven't really noticed a drop off in quality, maybe a slight one. Their butter chicken is excellent (as someone who loves butter chicken).We've never dined in (always pickup) and the interior is a bit dated and the tables are pretty basic, but I'd imagine most of their business is takeout orders.Staff is always friendly and attentive when picking up as well.They often have deals or discounts too. Regularly you can get a discount on DoorDash or their site ordering system. Sometimes during non peak offers they will offer buy one get one free of some items too."

Bajis Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (929) • $$

"Had the pleasure to try this place after touring the Google Visitor Experience Cafe! It's about a 6 minute drive from there. Lots of parking spots. We arrived around 12:30 pm and we were sat immediately. Not that many people at first, but it was packed when we left. A homey intimate diner with personality and class. There was a miscommunication with my order because I ordered the chicken fried steak entree but my waiter interpreted it as the side order. Not much a problem but I waited about 10 more minutes until my full order was fulfilled with the accompanying sides of French roll, cole slaw, and French fries. It was very filling that's for sure. The gravy on the steak wasn't gritty but had a smooth texture and creamy savory taste that made the meat easier to chew on and enhanced the flavor. The cole slaw was okay since I wished it had more seasoning. The French fries were a bit dry so I had to season it with lots of salt and pepper. The French roll was toasted to perfection with a good amount of butter on top. Great brunch/breakfast spot in Mountain View!"

Cafe San Jose

★★★★☆ 4 (851) • $$

"I arrived on a Tuesday morning around 8:30. Only one other table. It has a Diner feel and is located in a strip mall. staff was super welcoming. I ordered an Apple chicken with tater tots. I def recommend if you are in the area."

Fleur de Cocoa

★★★★☆ 4.2 (720) • $$

"Expensive, but out-of-this-world delicious pastries, cakes, and of course coffee.Nice outdoor seating, cheerful service."

Le Creme

★★★★☆ 4.1 (612) • $

"We ordered the beignets with condensed milk and one vanilla bean Malasada and it was soo delicious ! It did take about 10 mins to get but the owner/workers were very nice. It's a small cafe with a couple tables inside and a couple tables outside. Would definitely recommend trying this cafe out, especially the malasadas !"

Bijan Bakery & Cafe

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (985) • $

"This is my go to spot for a little post dinner dessert. They have the best cakes! The mango mousse and pistachio mousse is SO good. My family and I love ordering one of their mousse's and enjoying it after dinner. It has the perfect touch of sweetness without being overwhelmingly sweet. They sell them by the slice then have two other options for a full sized cake. Can't recommend it enough!"

Amy's Grill & Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (630) • $$

"Decided to try a new breakfast spot and found Amy's Grill on Yelp. It's in the same shopping center as Fitness 19, Sonic, and Grocery Outlet. There's plenty of parking available since it's in a big shopping center. They have about 5-7 tables outside in their patio and about 6-8 tables inside the small restaurant. I went on a Saturday morning around 10 am and was greeted and seated instantly. I got the Veggie Omelette with Cheese which comes with bell peppers, onions, spinach, and mushrooms. It comes with hash browns or hot fries which are like country potatoes and toast. I got the hash browns and after tasting the hot fries I wish I would've ordered those as they had lemon pepper seasoning and were really crispy. The omelette plate was a perfect serving for myself, but compared to other restaurants it was smaller so if you are super hungry it might not be enough. I did wish they had hot sauce besides tapatío that paired with the omelette to give it a bit more taste. My sister-in-law liked her strawberry banana waffle which looked delicious. The staff were really nice and attentive the entire time and the food arrived pretty fast. If you want a normal breakfast I would recommend Amy's. On a beautiful day it would be nice to sit outside and enjoy breakfast. I will definitely be returning in the future and would recommend to friends and family's. Check them out!"

Breaktime Tea

★★★★☆ 3.8 (671) • $

"This is our second time at this location.We have ordered chicken nibblers on rice. The dish is amazing. The chickens are covered with sauces, the chicken tenders are crunchy and very well cooked. It comes with sticky rice and sea weed salad.Overall a must have at this location. Definitely will try again."

The Breeze Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (565) • $$

"- monkey waffles: 3.5/5 - so yummy, can't go wrong with nutella, banana, waffles, and whip cream but not anything special- breeze benedict: 4.5/5 - i was craving eggs benedict but i was also craving steak and eggs and this had tritip in it!! it was perfect and i would definitely come back here to try their other eggs benedict- iced cookie butter latte: 5/5 - i'm craving this right now as i'm typing this the biscoff cookie was so good dipped in the whip cream- strawberry mimosa: 3/5 - pretty good, but i think i shouldve listened to other reviews and got the rose gold onei had to ask the guys working at the front for our server's name because she was busy when we left, but her name was maribelle (i think that's how you spell it) and she was extremely kind and friendly! she was very attentive and even got us extra syrup/sugar for our drink bc my gf thought it wasn't sweet enough haha. give her a raise!!the interior was so adorable and very trendy, it was cozy and pretty at the same time! when i sat down in the booth i was a little startled at first because the seats were sooo cushioned and comfortable. should definitely give this spot a try, i'm surprised it's not as big as the breakfast club or bills cafe (unless it is then idk)"

Boba Drive

★★★★☆ 4 (506) • $

"why is the first thing on your menu something that doesn't even have tea in it????!?!?!I ordered a Brown sugar Boba, and was so sad when I realized that what I had ordered was basically just caramel flavored milk with Boba in it. I don't understand who would order this on purpose? They should on the menu explicitly state that it does not have tea in it or just make it a secondary option based on a milk tea. Disgustingly sweet and childish drink"

La Lune Sucree

★★★★☆ 3.7 (582) • $$

"This place is under new management and from what I'd been able to try today, I'll be coming back regularly.Their tomato soup was a stand out. It wasn't overpowered by cream or other flavors. Smooth texture, great flavor and I just wish I'd ordered a grilled cheese to go with it.The Brie & Honey Ham on a croisant was very good as well. All of the ingredients went well together and blended into the perfect bite till the sandwich was gone.There's a selection of locally made sodas that didn't have all kinds of weird ingredients. I was able to try the rootbeer and cherry/tarragon flavors and I wasn't disappointed.Local hard ciders are also available if you are looking to get a little tipsy during lunch."

Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company

★★★★☆ 3.9 (466) • $$

"really like this place! It's one of my friend's and my favorite spots to grab coffee and stroll through Los Gatos' beautiful old downtown. The coffee is amazing, and the staff is very friendly. They offer a great variety of coffee options.Yesterday, for the first time, we dined in. I ordered the mushroom quiche, but unfortunately, it was dry and tasted like it had been made a couple of days ago, which was disappointing. Next time, I'll try something else to compare.If you plan to sit inside, keep in mind that the space can be a bit noisy and not the most comfortable for a long stay. However, I'll definitely keep coming back for my regular oat milk or almond milk latte!"

Purple Onion Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.7 (510) • $$

"I'm so excited because they have my gluten-free lemon bars again! They didn't have them in December when I was here last. The guys who work here now are sooooo much nicer than the girl who used to work here. I love their green detox vegetable soup. I'm having it for breakfast."

Hops & Beans Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (324) • $

"Absolutely great! Went on a rainy day, and the ambiance felt straight out of a movie. Perfect place to grab a coffee and read a book. However, it did get quite full after a while. We went for breakfast, and one downside: ordering food was a little confusing. They don't have a food menu conveniently placed for you to look at before ordering. We had to wait to reach the cashier to look at the menu at the counter, which held up the line. The wait after ordering wasn't too long, which was nice, and food was brought to our table. We ordered a Cesar Wrap and Chaplin. Both were great and packed with flavor. highly recommend for a nice brunch and cafe spot!"

K's Crepes & Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (442) • $$

"Very good selection of breakfast / brunch menu. All the items are named after European soccer teams. Quantity and item selection is good.Service is good but we were here when it was mostly empty. The ambiance is very casual and feels like a neighborly joint."

Country Inn Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (406) • $$

"Long time customer of Country Inn Cafe and am finally getting around to writing a review :) The restaurant staff are absolutely lovely and the food is good! My fav is the breakfast burrito. My bf is an avid pancake lover and says Country Inn makes the best pancakes he's ever had!"

Alice Street Bakery Café

★★★★☆ 4.4 (252) • $

"I ordered a cake online and this was honestly the most amazing cake I have ever seen. I asked for an edible print cake and the picture quality was so good it looked real. I placed the order online and they were very responsive and sent me a text the next day to confirm details. The cake was absolutely gorgeous, ready to be picked up on time, and they even gave me a free plastic cake cutter."

Hudson Bay Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.7 (342) • $

"Hudson Bay is a coffee shop with the best breakfast burrito I've ever had, hands down. The amount of ingredients in the burrito is just right and balanced, without being greasy. It also comes with an addicting spicy salsa that I like to dab on top before each bite. The club is amazing also, just like the burrito it's nicely balanced and flavorful, and that comes with a scoop of their potato salad which I can never get enough of. You can tell the food is thoughtfully prepared with love. I'm always glad to pop in when I'm in the neighborhood."

Damask Rose Coffee

★★★★★ 4.7 (207)

"There is a lot to like about a Damask Rose, but i'd be amiss if I didn't make a special shout out to the folks who work here. A neighborhood gem. I ordered the: Cheese flatbreadTurkish delightKashmiri Chai"

Koolfi Creamery

★★★★★ 4.6 (211) • $

"Stars: 3.5I've been eyeing this place and finally got to try it today. You get two samples per person. The ice cream shop serves unique Indian inspired flavors. I ended up getting one single scoop of the guava with hint of chili. I enjoyed the flavor and texture but it was the tiniest scoop I've ever had. I feel like I finished it in less than two minutes. I was sad that it was gone so quickly!You need to spend a minimum of $10 to use credit, so good thing my husband always carries cash. The staff helping us were friendly. The shop itself is cute and clean."

Roccab's Café & Deli

★★★★☆ 4.3 (211) • $$

"Sandwich was excellent! Good size and tasty! We were just walking and found this place. We decided to stop and try it! We will be back to try their tortas! They sound delicious!"

The Vulcan Cafe

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (355) • $

"I had shrimpPad Thai and shrimp spring rolls. The spring rolls had too much lettuce and some didn't have any shrimp. But I enjoyed the ones containing shrimp and I liked the sauce that was served with it. I also enjoyed the pad Thai."

Manresa Bread

★★★★☆ 3.8 (262) • $$

"This cute little bakery shop located on State Street in Downtown Las Altos makes the best monkey bread in the entire Bay Area! What is monkey bread you ask? Imagine a kouign amann on steroids! More buttery. More sugary. It's crispy and flaky on the outside and moist and soft on the inside. Each piece of the monkey bread breaks off into little small bite sized nuggets covered in the perfect mix of caramelized butter and sugar. Pop one in your mouth and be ready to be in pastry heaven. If you're coming on a weekend, be sure to show up early as they sell out quickly!"

Me & Jungle Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (180)

"- beautiful back patio with lots of plants- enormous servings of fresh rolls / spring rolls- friendly staff- good for remote workWorked remote from here for a while afternoon and it was lovely. Servings are really big!"

RĀW Superfood Café - San Jose

★★★★★ 4.5 (178) • $$

"My first time at RAW Superfood Cafe and it did not disappoint! The decor is really cute and there is lots of natural light. My daughter used the kiosk to place our order. She ordered the koji salami sandwich us to share and 2 magic matcha drinks. The sandwich was a good portion to share and drinks were yummy. Service was fast and friendly. I would definitely come back or visit another location closer to home :)"

Purple Onion Cafe

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (309) • $$

"I come here often--so much that I've even DoorDashed it, despite it being within walking distance of my house! I usually like to take photos of my food, but for some reason, I always forget. Still, I couldn't pass up the chance to write a review because I love the variety of food they offer, no matter what I'm in the mood for.Their quiches are incredible and come with a choice of soup--I'm especially a fan of the Detox soup, which I enjoy both as a side and a full serving. Their overnight oats are the best I've ever had. Even though I know the ingredients, I just can't replicate that perfect balance of flavors--it's one of my go-to items.I've also tried their salads and sandwiches, and honestly, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. My only small complaint is that I wish they opened a little earlier, but it just makes me look forward to their food even more. I also appreciate the option for both indoor and outdoor seating--it's such a cozy spot!"

Cafe Big Mug

★★★★☆ 3.9 (205) • $

"Love the coffee, vibes and coziness here. I have been to Big Mug at a different location, and this is pretty similar, but a bit smaller. But at the same time it feels lighter and keeps the same comfy atmosphere here for talks, working over laptop, just enjoying the coffee cup. Parking is available in front of the building. Restroom is quite specious. You do need to keep the receipt to get the password or you can ask. The same goes for the wifi password. The staff was amazing, I really loved talking to barista. I ordered large latte and really loved the cup!"

CoHo Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.7 (207) • $

"Definitely the best matcha cookies I've ever had! I love the music events that CoHo holds and the atmosphere is amazing for studying. Every time I come, the staff is always super sweet and efficient in taking my order :) Great service!"

Groovy Goose Coffee

★★★★☆ 4.3 (144) • $

"A cozy cafe offering sandwiches, pastries, coffee, tea, and smoothies. We ended up getting the disco blush smoothie (peaches, raspberries, strawberries, bananas & orange juice), groovy greens smoothie (mango, spinach, kale, banana, spirulina, and apple juice), the sausage egg and cheese biscuit sandwich, and the hustle sandwich (arugula, fig jam, prosciutto on ciabatta). The smoothies were light and refreshing, the hustle was heavy on the fig jam, which overpowered the other flavors but was still delicious, and I absolutely loved the sausage egg and cheese biscuit, as simple as it was, the breakfast treat satisfying and made with tasty ingredients, even the bread itself was better than expected, light and fluffy, and slightly buttery. Service was more than sufficient, and our order was ready in less than 10 minutes. Also, even though there was a farmers market going on around the corner, we had no problem finding free parking nearby on a Sunday morning."

Cafe Dio

★★★★☆ 4 (139) • $

"Loved this spot! Conveniently located across the street from Hotel Los Gatos, our weekend getaway spot. We came here each day for a morning latte and the breakfast wraps. We tried a couple different types- all were delicious. Our go to was the Homer, but the spinach wrap was delicious as well. We encountered that they sell out pretty quickly each day. A relaxing casual coffee spot! Check it out!"

Xochi The Dog Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (103)

"Love their warm service, empanadas and cute outdoor patio area. It's a neighborhood gem!"

Pearl's

★★★★☆ 4.3 (115) • $

"WHO HURT YOU PEARL?I've come in to this place a few over the years, convenient for students at the university and the only coffee shop at the top of the hill. Lunch nd BBQ was always nice. Now their customer service has ALWAYS been a lil spotty, it's a family business and sometimes people have bad days. BUT TODAY DAMN. I walked in around 12:45 and Pearl immediately tells me "I'm busy just wait." I say okay and check out the menu and just kinda wait and honestly Pearl seems pissed to have another customer; I think her son stepped in to take my order. He was kind and the exchange was neutral. Then about five minutes pass and instead of saying "hey we got your sandwich ready" or "croissant sandwich" Pearl says "Yeah your sandwich is ready" and gives me the most passive aggressive face, like I had been such a bother to come in while she was "doing something"This was so obvious that another customer looked on with surprise at the interaction as I gathered my stuff and left. It seems a common theme for the staff here to be just kindof bothered by customers.OH AND THE SANDWICH WAS MADE WRONG."

Coupa Cafe - Colonnade

★★★★☆ 3.9 (127) • $$

"I was in the area waiting for Chef Chu's to open for lunch. A quick Yelp search for coffee and this cafe popped up. I think it's deja vu or not, but I could've sworn I was here before. That's why I upload a ton of photos to document and remember that I've been to this and that place. I just wanted a large cup of the Deluxious Dark Mocha as requested by my wife for the drive back to Sacramento. There were two manning the counter and I could've sworn one of them took a break as we were queued for ordering. After 5 minutes or so, I was finally able to get my single order in and waited.There was more waiting for my coffee as they had a lot of orders ahead of me. The smell of the beans being grounded and brewed was just teasing my thirst for the java. It was a wait of about 30 more minutes, but the brew was worth it. It's good I wasn't in a hurry and a lot of photos were snapped during this idle time."

High XII Cafe & Coffee

★★★★☆ 4.2 (97) • $

"*** High XII Cafe & Coffee is back OPEN *** as of Monday, June 8th. Sadly, it's been closed due to the pandemic since March and then another couple of weeks due to the rioting/vandalizing/looting in Downtown Oakland. Senseless and definitely sad for small business trying to survive.I know everyone is on edge at this time, but High XII owner, Abby and staff, Jose and Leti (my apologies for not knowing the others) are wonderful, welcoming, friendly and help to start off your morning! Everyone there I might add, is doing a great job at following CDC recommendations: face masks, gloves, markings on the floor for social distancing, touchless payment, plexi, plastic drape to protect the food, employees and the customers while being ever so friendly and respectful... Definitely adding that extra star to this review! High XII Cafe has limited their hours (Mon-Fri, 8am - 1:30pm) and menu to a few breakfast items (some Starter Bakery goodies), Verve coffee with sandwiches and salad until they get back on their feet. This place is nothing fancy but great to grab a pastry and quick bite after getting off 12th Street BART station, with a short walk around the corner onto 11th.Show this business some love and support by stopping by, grabbing a bite (tip: the salmon and kale salad lunch is the best!) and making a small donation/tip for this business and hardworking staff! Pay it forward! :)"