Café do Canto - Portuguese Café

Café do Canto - Portuguese Café

7 N 33rd St, San Jose, CA

★★★★★4.7(231 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Tucked away in San Jose, this Portuguese café feels like stepping into someone's living room, where the owner knows regulars by name and fresh-shaved prosciutto sandwiches arrive alongside expertly pulled espresso. The space thrums with genuine community—locals linger over traditional Portuguese pastries and coffee, sharing tables and warmth with newcomers in a way that makes you feel like you've stumbled onto something rare and real. It's the kind of place that makes you forget about corporate chains entirely, especially when you're savoring a crispy Portuguese bun with São Jorge cheese and that perfect shot of coffee.

What to expect

Espresso-focused. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available. Cash only.

Cash onlyTraditional drinksCraft espressoMeetingsSlow sitParkingLight foodFamily friendly

Google Reviews

Jonathan Ceja Martinez
★★★★★7 months ago

The coffee was great with a homey ambiance. Definitely a hidden gem that has conquered time and corporate competition. My new go to when I’m in the area!

Sam D
★★★★★7 months ago

Amazing. I’m in love with this place and it’s only my first time here. I want to move in. Café do Canto, marry me please. He shaved the prosciutto for my sandwich fresh. This breakfast makes me want to cry from happiness.

Galina
★★★★★a year ago

Super welcoming, friendly service. Great place to stop and grab a cup of espresso and the Portuguese bun sandwich with the São Jorge cheese. Cash or Venmo only. Big parking lot.

Dr Z
★★★★★2 years ago

Delicious Portuguese coffee and pastry. Friendly owner and guests. Felt like home even though I am not Portuguese :-) cash or Venmo only.

Grace Lee
★★★★★2 years ago

Love this local coffee spot. The owner is super nice and welcoming. It seems like a community center where everyone knows each other, greets warmly, and even offers to share seats. We enjoyed a cappuccino and a latte (they offer soy/almond milk for substitute), we appreciate so…

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