Crema's Take
“Muddy Waters pulls a genuinely strong cup in a city drowning in watery espresso, which alone makes it worth the trip if you're tired of weak Bay Area coffee. The vibe skews cozy and conversational rather than productivity-focused—you'll find regulars lingering for chat and bookshelves to browse, not laptop warriors hunched over spreadsheets. Fair warning: reviews suggest quality has become inconsistent since new ownership, so you might want to ask who's behind the espresso machine before ordering.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Old man was rude and touching everything with his bare hands. Never once wore gloves to make bagel sandwiches for us. This place has gone downhill since new ownership
Cozy and chill vibe. Coffee is strong and that’s been a challenge to find in the Bay lately. If you’re looking for ‘clinic reception’ coffee shop don’t come here. If you want to plug in or read, it’s all good. ❤️
New owners, watery coffee. This used to be one of my favorite cups of coffee. But when the female owner is working it's always watered down. No good. I cannot even taste coffee when she makes it. It's more like flavored water. ☕
Nice roomy coffee shop with Wifi on Valencia. Great spot to sit and chat it up or get some work done on your laptop. They have a couple of bookshelves with a selection of books to read while you sip on your beverage. Came here two days ago, will be making this a regular spot for…
Amazing hospitality!!!! I often come here just to have a chat with the employees and enjoy a cup of coffee. The atmosphere is really great! I am always surprised by how fresh their coffee is and how incredibly delicious their bagels are, especially the garlic bread and…
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