Caffe Bene
181 E Tasman Dr #80, San Jose, CA
Crema's Take
“Caffe Bene is a bustling laptop-friendly café with a genuinely cozy atmosphere and reliable pastries, though it's a hit-or-miss experience depending on when you visit and who's behind the counter. The cappuccinos and croissants tend to impress, but their matcha lattes can disappoint with excessive foam and subtle flavor, and service can feel rushed during busy periods. If you're after a solid pour-over or a fresh pastry in a lively neighborhood spot with outdoor seating and parking nearby, it's worth a try—just manage expectations on consistency.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Parking available.
Google Reviews
Great atmosphere! But, the customer service is lacking in all aspects. I have been here a few times and unfortunately, I have had the same experience every time. The drinks were fairly decent for the price. It is a shame tho (because the interior is beautiful and the location…
The matcha latte was way too frothy and didn’t really have much of a matcha flavor. Server was super rushed and didn’t really have good customer service. Price was also quite steep for just a little mug. The pastries looked aesthetically pleasing though, curious about trying to…
I had a great experience at Café Bene! Their cappuccino was smooth, flavorful, and really well-balanced — easily one of the better ones I’ve had recently. I also tried their croissant, which was fresh, flaky, and a perfect light bite alongside the coffee. I appreciated that they…
It was extremely busy when I went. Lots of people working on their laptop. Thankfully, they had a nice seating area outside, which is nice on a cool day. They have a lot of pastries and cakes, and they genuinely looked really good, but I didn’t try any. I got an iced Americano,…
A cozy spot with great lattes and pastries—I tried the Earl Grey pastry, and it was fantastic. The café is popular, making it a lively place to work or catch up with friends. There’s a parking garage for convenience, and while outdoor seating is available, it’s right next to the…
Crema Reviews
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