The Tastiest Coffee & Tea in Newark

The Giving Pies

★★★★★ 4.6 (290) • $$

"Pie HardLocal woman-owned pie shop located in a nondescript Willow Glen strip mall at the edges of The Mighty Guadalupe.They do more than just sweet fruit pies, but savory quiches, tarts, and egg custards. My son decided he'd rather have a fruit pie for his birthday than a cake--he is my son after all! He settled on a blackberry pie so I ambled in after work one day to place an order to be picked up the next day. The Good:*Ordering process could've been smoother, but the guy at the counter was still training so I'll cut them some slack. *Indoor seating for dining in*Tons of different flavors to choose from in almost every category. Definitely can't complain about selection. *Vegan options available *Blackberry pie filling was out-fucking-standing. Nice balance of sweetness helped bring out the natural flavor and slight tartness of the blackberries. *Crumble on top was decent, but had a bit of a raw flour taste. The Meh:*Parking lot is tight but there is some street parking, as well. *A bit pricey but everything is handmade *I'm not 100% how I feel about this part, but their crumble on top contains almond flour; I wasn't aware of this when ordering or I would've bounced seeing as my son has a tree nut allergy. Fortunately, **he** did spot a sign when he and Carissa came to do the pickup the next day, or it could've been a disaster. Now, I get that they have signs and that's great, but they really, really, REALLY should say something to you when you're ordering. Quite frankly, I've never seen a crumble recipe that uses almond flour so I would never think to assume there might be some in the pie--and I'm sure I'm not the only one. The Ugly:*While the filling was fantastic, the bottom crust was the complete opposite. Somehow they managed to overbake and simultaneously underbake the pie crust at the same time. It was stiff as a rock and pale as an albino's ass. Not sure how that happened, but mazel tov? (ﾉﾟﾟ)ﾉConclusion: Great filling but awful crust. Would definitely be willing to give them another shot, tho."

Ada's Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (218) • $

"Personally I have not gone to this place, but my coworker brought me some pastries and they are to die for, I have been in a strict diet but pastries are my weakness so I will consider it as my cheat day well only to make space for the pastries, since she could not made any decision going to Ada's she brought 3 different ones and I am glad she did, she got blueberry scone, cinnamon roll and blueberry muffin.Blueberry Scone: The moment it hit my mouth I was speechless Oh!! My!!! The last time I had something so amazing don't quite remember, but this one hit the spot and I slow down to leave the last piece for last.Blueberry nut muffin: Not as quite as the Scone but I am a pecan kind of person and I love muffins so this pastry was great not as amazing as the first one but tbh the scone takes 1st place. Cinnamon Roll: I am not a cinnamon kind of gal but this sure surprised me, the first bite was out of this world specially with the cream on the side, I always imagined it super sweet but no on the contrary it was easy to eat and no remorse while eating it. Now this was an exceptional experience with these 3 pastries but I need to visit this place in person so I can try other ones that I bet are as good as these ones. If this pastries are amazing I can just imagine eating them at the spot right from the oven and in a homie feeling, I will definitely try to visit this place very soon. But for now I will enjoy them, thank you for the hands that prepare them you guys are amazing"

Good News Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (156) • $

"I love this place and so glad that they are in the neighborhood. Their breakfast bagel sandwich is sooo good (bacon bits are perfectly crispy, cheese is perfectly melted, egg is fluffy, and the bagel is chewy). Going back right now for that! Their black coffee is also tasty and strong."

Trà

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (36) • $

"My first impression walking in is that this place is clean and visually appealing. Who ever was the interior designer for this gets a high five. It's extremely stuffy in the store though. There needs to be more ventilation bc I could barely breath. I tried the Thai tea and the mango milk tea (I think it was black tea? Not sure but it was the special for the day so I chose it). Thai tea was average. Nothing special. But if you stumbled upon this place while waiting to get seated next door at boiling crab, I would highly suggest the mango milk tea. So yummmy. The boba balls itself were way too soft for me. It reminded me of loogie.... I'm assuming this is a new place because I ordered two drinks and they were literally SO slow. It took approximately 15 minutes to get my drinks out and it wasn't even a long line. At least customer service was nice. I dinged 3 stars bc 1) there is only one size for drinks 2) service takes too long to make drinks 3) it's so stuffy in there. Smells like ingredients from the viet sandwiches."

The Beanery

★★★★☆ 4.2 (290) • $

"My family loves coming to The Beanery, especially for their spicy chicken panini! It's such a perfect lunch (or anytime) meal. The spicy sauce is really flavorful and not too spicy. The chicken is well cooked and not too dry. And the panini is perfectly toasted. I've gotten coffee from here as well and have never been disappointed. Most recently I also got an Italian soda. It was a little sweet for me so next time I'll ask for less syrup. But I still really liked it! They have SO many flavors available, I almost didn't know which to go with. If you need somewhere to start, you can't go wrong with orange (it's basically just an orange soda).Parking in the lot can be tough - there are plenty of spaces but it is shared with all the other businesses and restaurants. I would recommend parking on the street or in the neighborhood nearby as The Beanery is on the farther end of the market, away from the lot. They've got lots of tables, both inside and outside, if you plan to stay awhile. I even noticed a lot of people with their laptops, getting some work done. The cafe is accessible on its own from the outside but you can also get there by going through the market."

Lele Cake

★★★★☆ 4.3 (493) • $$

"Very cute cafe in a very simple-looking strip mall. Coffee shop-esque with lots of trendy decor and plants. Very kid-friendly with little toys and a small play corner. Prices seemed a bit high, but everything was good. Pastries were yummy and they have a good assortment of coffee drinks. Presentation of everything was really nice."

Baby Café

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (136) • $$

"Took a slight detour while we were otw home from church Sunday afternoon and stopped in to the Public Market with my not so little boys. They are huge boba fans so that's all they wanted the moment we passed Baby Cafe while walking through the Public Market. My youngest and I got the Thai tea while my oldest got the Thai tea with boba Service was fast while we were waiting for our other food order Drinks were fresh and tasty and didn't have that syrupy taste that some places have when they are serving boba Definitely recommend"

Croissante

★★★★☆ 3.5 (33)

"Noelle's Yelp Notebook 2024Post Pandemic Chronicles Dear Croissante,I first fell in love with you at your original location in Santa Clara for so many reasons. The first reason I fell in love with your Santa Clara location is simply for the fact you have the most delectable sweet pastries, savory pastry items, and the most amazing items for lunch like your salads and burger. The salad dressing was so amazing I wish you bottled and sold it. Your Santa Clara location is a spot where I'd meet family and friends.When I heard about your Los Gatos location I was so happy because you're extremely close to home.I wish you had your savory lunch items at your Los Gatos location. I know it's probably difficult because it's a smaller location. Yet, please consider having a few lunch items. It would be my one stop shop- my favorite pastries and a sandwich to go :)I came here yesterday after lunching at Steamer's Grillhouse. It was great to see Kaitlynn from your Santa Clara location. Excellent customer service. The ambiance is lovely- the delicious pastries in the beautiful glass displays.I bought pastries for my family and they loved them!!You're a great addition to the town of Los Gatos.I'm excited to try the stollen.In the words of the Dashboard Confessionals song, 'Stolen,' - 'You have stollen my heart :)Love in 2024,Sweet NoelleNoelle's NotesGreat pastriesAmazing customer serviceA favorite in my Yelp Notebook"

La Farfalla

★★★★☆ 3.5 (59) • $

"GREAT FROZEN CHINESE DUMPLINGS HERE. If you have frozen dumplings on your grocery list don't get them from the grocery store, get them from here. Review is only for the frozen dumplings and not their baked goods.They taste fresher, the skins are thin, and it's bursting with fillings. They are located in the freezer on the right side when you walk in, they will be in black takeout containers with clear lids or in bags. They were almost sold out around 2:30 pm which means tons of people are buying them.Some pricing for the ones we bought:-Pork wonton = $6.99-Shrimp, Pork, Chive Wonton = $7.99-Shrimp, Pork, Chive dumpling = $x.xx (forgot pricing)The dumpling we pan-cooked gyoza style with oil and did the other half boiled. Both were really good and tasted home-made and fresh, like something an older relative would make.Wontons same high quality, very good in leftover chicken soup on a cold day.If you've never been here it's inside the Lion Market, just look for Lion in the plaza and walk in, it'll be down the entrance walkway on the left."

Renegade By Devout Coffee

★★★★☆ 4.2 (305) • $$

"Cute cafe and good coffee.It's very spacious and the vibes are spot on. Downside is there is no WiFi if you're here to get some work done and parking is limited. Staff was okay when I went, no latte art on my coffee hahaha but coffee was still yummy."

Main Street Bagels

★★★★☆ 4.1 (305) • $

"Came here because I was craving a bagel and it was the closest bagel spot from where I was and I am so happy I found this place! The service was quick and great. I got a veggie bagel with humus on a jalapeño and cheese bagel and it was so fresh! They also had so many bagel options. The place itself has a few tables and chairs you can sit in. I would come back again."

Oaklandia Cafe X Bakery

★★★★★ 4.6 (76) • $$

"Oaklandia Cafe & Bakery opened where Specialty Cafe was. Refurnished the space to have spacious seating and an ambitious bakery, cafe, & eats destination.Offerings: breakfast, desserts, salads, sandwiches, tea, smoothies, blended coffee, coffee, pastries...Drink: tiger eye (m.,4.85)-chai latte with a shot of expresso. Smooth tasting, definitely an eye opening. -pastries, sandwiches looked tempting. Not something i usually eat so passed. Drips:-quick service. Coffee ready in minutes. Plenty of seating available...-lotsa arty ambience on walls...."

Sabino's Coffee

★★★★☆ 4.4 (246) • $$

"Cute coffee shop on the border of San Leandro and Oakland. You'd pass it if you didn't know it was there. Was pretty busy on a Saturday morning but service was relatively fast. Will definitely be back !"

Café 225

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"This place has matured quite a bit after being in business some time. You can now get a shot of fancy italian espresso, along with new brews of coffee several times a day. They even have sugar now!Also the barista seems to work part time as the neighborhood shrink, and you can apparently reserve the place to pour out woes if you're having trouble finding a date."

Yummee Sandwiches

★★★★☆ 4.3 (670) • $

"Been looking for a banh mi shop in Campbell area and stumbled upon Yummee! I saw the sign and figured why not give this place a try! I got sandwich #1 with the cold cut and pate! The restaurant name is very well deserved because yummy was the first thing I thought when I bit into the sandwich. Soft bread center, but still a toasted on the outside, fresh bread. Delicious pickled vegetables, and the meats are so fresh and tasty. Super fast and great customer service too. There are a couple of small tables inside and a couple outside (great for the upcoming season, especially since it's starting to warm up). I also wanted to commend how kind the staff were because the owner's husband called her and told her to tell me I had a flat tire, I had no idea. She was really kind to let me know and then I was able to get a tow truck. She let me stay inside and sit while I wait since it was chilly. Super grateful for the kindness that was shown and I can't wait to try their bo kho and grab a couple more banh mis to go next time :)"

Ya Daebak

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (20)

"Short Story: A great place for small bites and appetizers!Long Story: I've been here 3 times since they opened in September 2024. I've tried their rice dogs, wings, fries, and more! The food is good (for the most part) but their rice dogs are a bit too chewy. The hot dog itself seems a bit subpar. Their wings are great with several different flavors. I've tried the kimchi and badok which was super spicy! The service is good and the portions are okay. There is a bit of a long wait and I'm hoping this gets better over time. The prices are in line with what you get.Verdict: I'll go back someday."

Nha Cafe

★★★★★ 4.8 (191)

"THIS DRIVE THRU IS THE BOMB.COMIf you haven't been to Nha, what are you even doing? You're missing out if you haven't been yet!Nha serves up Vietnamese-inspired drinks and everything on the menu is good. NEW! Tamarind Breeze - Roasted peanuts, pineapple, tamarind syrup (for those who loved Keo Me) Pandan Dream - Pandan soy milk, mung bean, coconut (pandan soy milk nostalgia, anyone?) Orange Sunset - Lemongrass tea, peach, orange (super refreshing and perfectly balanced!) Corn Cloud - Corn milk, coconut foam (think Che Bap in a drink!)Each drink impressed me, bringing out those familiar Vietnamese flavors I grew up with. You can't go wrong with any of the choices, but if I had to pick one, corn cloud is my choice!KEEP IN MIND: Nha is drive-thru only, so just look for the green sign they share with Modo, and you'll know you're at the right spot."

Ume Tea

★★★★★ 4.8 (30)

"We visited again on the 2nd day, which was their BOGO deal. Buy any drink and the free 2nd drink must be the same drink that you purchased. My wife bought the Ume Boba Milk Tea. I bought the Mango Coco for friends."

TOMO Tea House

★★★★☆ 4.2 (53)

"Quality/Quantity - Drinks were good. Actually my daughter said this might be her new favorite tea place on the island!We also got 2 mochi donuts which I can skip in the future.Matcha Oreo and Lemon flavored. The lemon was the better one of the two. I barely could taste the matcha.In summary, come for the tea.Atmosphere - Small local business.Cool decor, a kids play area.Too bad my daughter did not take any pics.Open 7 days a week from 10am to 8pm.Plenty of mall parking. Service - Okay. They supported/followed store policy of no cash unless it is exact change. And did not let my daughter get away with 20 cents. This is good and bad.Price - $20.20.NO cash, cards only. Well except if you have exact change.My daughter was short twenty cents... Luckily the customer behind her gave her twenty cents. Thank you to the customer behind her. My daughter gave her the two hole punch card.Owner Comment - Congrats on your success (Tomo) since September of 2024 and your previous success (or not) with Bober since April of 2023."

UJU

★★★★☆ 3.9 (81)

"Tried the banana coffee with herbal jelly and it was sooo cute. The herbal jelly was shaped like giant boba and the coffee was the perfect balance of strong coffee flavor with a hint of banana milkThe hazelnut americano is not on the best seller menu anymore but cashier said they can still make it anytime. I love finally founding a place in the Bay that serves Korean style sweet americanos."

Te'Amo Boba Tea x Mochi Donut

★★★★☆ 3.8 (443) • $$

"Came in the morning to get a box of mochi donuts to go. Just about one of my favorite types of donuts. Fresh, chewy, delightful. Would be better if there were more flavor options, as every time I've come, only about half appeal to me. Overall, if you've never had mochi donuts, worth trying at least once, and you won't go wrong with trying them from Te'Amo."

Coupa Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.6 • $

"I'm happy to say Coupa has really improved their service. Love coming here for healthy food, meeting with friends or work colleagues, and the maya hot chocolate. Would love to see this open even later on weekdays. The ambiance is definitely still very much a locals scene. For us locals, it feels like home. Pro tip: Try the maya hot chocolate"

Alexander's Patisserie

★★★★☆ 3.9 • $$$

"High end bougie patisserie! The pastries all look like works of art in display.Black sesame croissant was slamming! It was filled up with sesame cream that oozed out when you bit into it. Service was good. Lots of people in line to eat pretty pretty pastries."

Nuoc Mia Vien Dong 2

★★★★☆ 3.9 (638) • $

"I've been coming to Nuoc Mia Vien Dong 2 for years, and it's always a go-to spot for me! Their nuoc mia (sugarcane juice) is super refreshing and has the perfect amount of sweetness--never too watered down like some other places. And the waffles? So good! Crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside, with that perfect touch of sweetness.The quality is always consistent. FYI, It is on the pricier side for a beverage. They have a $15 credit card minimum, so bring cash if you're only grabbing a drink. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in the area!"

Ba Le French Coffee Shop

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (117) • $

"No frills type of cafe restaurant but the food is on point. I ordered a beef stew noodle and it was flavorful with just the right amount of spice. My dad ordered a peanut based noodle soup and that's his regular order here. Highly recommend! They also sell Vietnamese sandwiches"

Mosley's Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (288) • $$

"To say I adore Mosley's Café would be an understatement. It's a small neighborhood café located at the end of the main pier at Grand Marina, and it's the most friendly, welcoming place.They have a great drink selection--coffee, specialty coffee drinks, beer, and a variety of sodas and non-alcoholic specialty drinks. The pastries and treats are excellent, with options like muffins, brownies, and more. There's also a small but solid lunch menu. My favorite is the turkey grilled cheese--with added jalapeños, of course.The location and scenery are incredible. It's literally at the end of a short pier, right on the water. You can sit and enjoy your coffee, beer, or lunch while soaking in the peaceful, tranquil setting. There's a beautiful view of the marina and estuary, and you can watch kayakers, boaters, paddleboarders, and even Coast Guard ships leaving the island--something I always enjoy since it doesn't happen too often.The people who work there are some of the nicest you'll meet. They know my name, my kids' names--even my dogs' names. I love everything about this place: the ambiance, the location, the views, the service, and the wonderful people who run it."

La Farfalla Bakery

★★★★☆ 4 (193) • $$

"Wow !! Their cakes are always so fresh !! One of the nicest bakery in Fremont. They have a variety or breads and snacks, but I mostly go for their cakes. They generally dont keep cakes ready, but prepare fresh for you in 15 mins. Their mousse is melt in mouth. Sponge so soft and fresh. We always enjoy their chocolate and Mango mousse cake. They staff is always nice and friendly.I ordered a special cake for my Sister's baby shower and that turned out perfect. Would always recommend their cakes."

Caffe Bene

★★★★☆ 3.9 (561) • $$

"I decided to come here after work to focus on writing an essay. I arrived around 4pm and instantly noticed that it was crowded. I started scanning the not-so-big place to see if I could sit anywhere. There was a long communal table and a free chair in front of a man, so I asked him if I could sit, and he kindly nodded. I put my stuff down and headed to the restroom (which was clean! Thank you!). I returned from the bathroom, saw an empty table, and moved since I was waiting for my husband to arrive. I tried to log into wifi, but there was no sign with a passcode, so I asked, and the manager said the wifi password is on the receipt after you purchase something. I told her I hadn't bought anything yet, returned to my space, and logged into my hotspot. I wasn't quite ready to order anything yet. About twenty minutes later, my boo arrived, and he ordered a coffee and sandwich while I stepped outside for a phone call. When I returned, I tried his coffee and was inspired to order the same thing. I asked him what it was, and he told me macchiato, so I went and ordered a macchiato and was presented with what looked like an itsy-bitsy cappuccino. I said um, I tried to order what my husband ordered, and this is not it. I looked towards him, and they said oh, that's a caramel macchiato. I asked if I could get that instead, and they said I'd have to pay for the new drink. I said it was an honest mistake, especially since my husband's first language is not English, and the employee said no, so I turned into a Karen and asked for the manager. The manager specified that it was my bad and couldn't do anything about it. I tried to explain about the honest mistake and him not speaking English well, so she then resorted to charging me the difference, which is fine.I honestly refrain from complaining or causing a scene; the thing is that tiny macchiato was like two tablespoons of espresso with some foam on top--tiny. It was bitty, and I would've drank it, but it tasted like tar, and I wasn't in the mood for tar.I paid the difference and got my new drink, and I swear you'd think that I had just asked them for twenty free drinks...they were so annoyed by me. I almost didn't want to drink the coffee because of the bad mojo, but I blessed my cup and drank it anyway. Instead of writing my essay, I am writing this review, and in this time, I've had to use the bathroom again. This time I noticed a sign on the hand dryer (no paper towels are provided) that says to not dry your hands with toilet paper. Um...I will dry my hands with TP if I want to."

Kaizen & Coffee

★★★★★ 4.6 (452) • $

"One of my favorite ube lattes in the bay! The ube isn't just food coloring--it tastes like some real ube halaya in your drink. And the espresso here is QUALITY.Everyone was ordering their ube lattes iced, but honestly after trying both, I looooove it hot. With almond. I'm sure it's amazing w/ oat, too. But I just didn't stray away from what I considered a masterpiece. The line is consistently super long, even on a Thursday at 1030am. There's plenty of seating but it's almost always taken up. If you're lucky, someone will share a table with you. Get there early or be ready to wait! But it's worth it."

Churros Mexicanos Plus

★★★★☆ 4.3 (28)

"This is one of those trucks that you just know has to be good because of how long it been posted in one spot. This truck is always at the corner of Hesperian and Lewelling in the parking lot of the paint shop (across from in n out). I've never seen a huge line, but the fact that it's always there makes me feel like it's getting a good amount of customers.I stopped by after work when I was having a huge churro craving. They offer a variety of flavors for $3-4 per churro. This time we tried the caramel and strawberry. The churros were fresh, crunchier on the outside than I usually like. The fillings were sweet. I liked the caramel a lot - warm, sweet without being too too sweet. The strawberry tasted sort of like the inside of a jelly donut. There wasn't a line when we went so we got our churros in ~5 min. They also offer hot chocolate and coffee which would be such a perfect pairing on really cold days."

Cay Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (70)

"I can't believe I'm saying this but....Cay banh mi might just have beat Duc Huong's!My husband and I stumbled upon Cay cafe while hanging out in Fremont. From their Yelp they had fairly new ratings and so we decided to try it. And let me tell you.....it's was fabulous! Their bread was freshly baked and so perfect. It had a crispy crust and soft filling. We ordered the combination cold cut and the grilled pork sandwich. I just can't believe how different their bread, pate and meats tasted verse other Vietnamese sanwhich shops. It was supreme! Their pate/butter/cold cuts/bread was better than duc huong and it tasted more fresh. Even their pickled veggies which I don't like (I enjoyed here)!We've had our fair share of banh mi's at many local spots and other states. But I'm so glad we found Cay Cafe! It's a 10/10 for us!"

Bun Appetit

★★★★☆ 4.3 • $$$

"To simply put it: a must to visit if you love specialty donuts or even very buttery croissants!We stopped by early Sunday morning to order their assortment for gifts back home and for us to indulge in. They are currently offering holiday flavors which sounded so good that we bought a few of them.We were greeted immediately and knowing how big their selection is, they assured us we could take our time. Our first box of four was: graham smores, matcha mont blanc, coffee creme brulee, and kalakand (a rose white, white chocolate).Our second box of four was: graham smores, matcha mont blanc, tiramisu, and vanilla bean.And lastly, our last order was a single butter croissant warmed.This was the best butter croissant I've had in a long time. With the box of donuts you will buy, you should order a box of croissants as well. As for the donuts, they are absolutely delicious! The chocolate glaze was decadent, the matcha was rich, the tiramisu was incredible! I enjoyed this so much and I hope the box we bought for our friends will be just as loved."

Rumman Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (21) • $

"Couldn't find it on Google Maps, then I realized it's located inside of the MCA. The barista/cashier was very nice, and the cafe was nice and quiet. I was surrounded by people who had just finished prayer, and also some people from the local community grabbing a quick bite or drink. I saw some kids grabbing an ice cream cone too.I ate the chicken sandwich and really enjoyed it. They also have your normal coffee items too. Every once in a while, there were children running back and forth yelling but that's the only thing I could think of to complain about. It is an open area cafe so you will see people doing their thing at the MCA, walking past. I enjoyed my time at Rumman Cafe. I felt very peaceful and comfortable and look forward to coming back again."

Tcafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (55) • $

"Matcha Milo Bingsu- BOMB! will be back for the short ribs and rice, and to try the Squid Milo BingsuService was attentive, sweet, and fast! Thanks Tcafé I found my new fav spot"

Acha Coffee & Tea

★★★★★ 4.5 (58)

"I usually never leave positive reviews because I'm a terrible person, but today this boba shop gave me a reason to change my ways. I ordered a buy 1 get 1 on DoorDash for pickup - but apparently you have to order two of the same drink for it to count. I didn't know that so I only ordered a single drink thinking the second would automatically apply. However when I got there, there was only one drink prepared for me and the lady explained the situation. I went back into my car feeling a bit sad, but the lady came outside to tell me she'd make me another one for free. So kind of her and bless her heart! I wish I could tip more but I didn't have any cash on me except for a single dollar. These people deserve the world! I got the three brothers Matcha Latte but I subbed red bean for mochi which they were happy to accommodate. Much love to this little boba shop!"