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Coupa Café
Café, Latin American Restaurant, and Coffee Shop$$$$
University South, Palo Alto
Ranked #4 for cafés in Palo Alto
Go here. Experience the tea. It's worth it.
"Try the Tiger Spice Chai or one of the spicy hot chocolates."(13 Tips)
"Accepts bitcoin, but I think the exchange rate is pretty bad"(9 Tips)
"Spicy mocha & pastries were a delight."(9 Tips)
"The spicy hot chocolate is a very nice experience!"(6 Tips)
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Jessica PuglieseJune 7, 2018I’m obsessed with this place. The English muffin breakfast sandwich is AMAZING, as are the omelettes. They also have a killer pastry selection. The coffee is also good.- The Taste SheriffApril 30, 2016Great South American cafe in which you can enjoy some down time while working/reading. Great beverages and desserts. Try the oatmeal cookie.
Good place to work in Palo Alto. Good coffee and food, fast Wi-Fi, some outlets, and outdoor seating for when the weather's nice. Added plus, you can order from your table with the Downtown app.
I love the tiger-spiced chai made with almond milk. If you're into decadent, try the firecracker truffle. Be sure to keep your ears open for some hot startup gossip. Lots of startups start up here.
Review BotMarch 4, 2020Great coffee in the middle of Palo Alto close to historic 165 University Ave. But the Coupa Cafe itself has iconic status in Silicon Valley so it’s no surprise that it’s full of coding or pitching
Get the Tiger Spice chai. Make it a large. No, make it an XXXXX-large. One of the best chai teas in the Bay Area, period.
Meghana DharJanuary 29, 2013Hands down my new favorite cafe. Love listening in to the high-powered conversations around me as I sip a tiger spice latte (a must try!) and work. Highly recommend (if you can manage a seat)
T ZNovember 29, 2015pumpkin spice latte is solid here but not too sweet. I like the tiger chai more.
Andrea CampiNovember 5, 2016If you don't know this place you must be new in town, so welcome. Everything is good and you'll be in good company--startup lives happen here.
Ashley YueAugust 28, 2014Elephant chai latte (vanilla flavoured) is a personal favourite. It's packed and noisy but if you're okay with that it's a great cafe to get some work done!
Liza POctober 18, 2015Coupa is an institution in Palo Alto! The coffee is ok at best, but a very good space to work or meet for a chat.
Amanda Van WestNovember 3, 2011You know what's even better than their delicious hot chocolate? Enjoying it while listening to new music and reading reviews
Erkan SakaNovember 17, 2018My nice stop in town to have coffee and work or socialize with friends...
LibertyJuly 29, 2012Wonderful absolutely South American coffee & enough to eat that it really is a café. Not always the vibe for an office/coffee shop & electrical outlets aren't plentiful. But do go! For the coffee.- Patrycja TempskaFebruary 5, 2013Amazing atmosphere, food and coffee! Julio is preparing the best chai I've ever tried:))))) highly reccommended!
Kat 🐱June 6, 2016Get the Breakfast Bowl (yogurt, granola, fruit) if you are looking for something healthy.
Josie XiaoJune 30, 2014Decent coffee and pastry. The yogurt cup with granola and fruits have way too much granola and too little yogurt. Do grab a window seat or outdoor table, it's overall a good coffee experience
Fun and crowded food/coffee place to work and have meetings or just relax and enjoy some coffee.
their green tea is fragrant, comes in a nice tea pot, and can always refill hot water. reminder that they only provide wifi on weekdays
Philip CortesJuly 1, 2011Meeteor Networking Tip: the side tables inside have plugs, and the tables near the back have the least amount of noise if you're meeting with somebody. There's also free water at the end of the bar!- Regan HendersonJanuary 13, 2015Tiger spice latte was fantastic! Ordered the breakfast BLT on croissant and that's was great as well.
Great cold-brewed coffee. Not too bitter, not too weak.
Finally someone also thought that ordering from an app is convenient. Good luck, Downtown guys!
Charlotte LilleyNovember 20, 2012Get an almond milk hot chocolate for a cozy treat or delicious dessert.
The spicy, soy hot chocolate is worth every penny. Sprinkle cinnamon, nutmeg and chocolate on the foam and stir to accent the peppery flavor.
- Mariianne CraryFebruary 28, 2015Outside seating in any weather, pitches everywhere, good place to follow the trends in Silicon Valley. Very crowded.
Michael ClarkeJuly 4, 2012Their tiger spiced chai is delicious. One of the best chai lattes I've had.
Cold brew here is divine. And Downtown app is fun, use it to skip the line.
The staff here is so nice. Free wifi and delicious pasta. Good environment to get some work done. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Jiang Yan XuOctober 9, 2014The beef arepas are so delicious! Lots of students hanging out and studying here
- Review BotMarch 4, 2020startup founders almost any time during the day. For its status and location prices are still fair.
MerrySeptember 13, 2013The Flamingo decaf sugar free chai is AMAZING. Probably the best chai I've ever had.
Global HighlanderMay 5, 2015Prosciutto panini was excellent, but the pour over coffee was way too over roasted.
AmandaMay 8, 2012What's with the baristas talking suggestively to their coworkers and making them obviously uneasy about it especially in Spanish. The employees should remember that customers actually speak it- FrancesAugust 10, 2014Hype is clearly for coffee. This based on food, not amazing here and small portions. Blt panini was ok. Rosemary pesto chicken was very dry and no frills. Mostly crepe wrapper. Ill pass next time.
James AndersonAugust 30, 2014Steve Jobs used to come here. Now, you'll probably find investors in deep conversation.
Great coffee, great atmosphere, excellent wifi (M-F) but don't forget the food, it's great too!
Delicious coffee, along with unusual and intriguing chocolates. Good arepas and other nice baked goods. Read more
Kirk McMurrayFebruary 14, 2013Try the Hoppy Ending Beer - Pale Ale from the Palo Alto brewing company... with such a clever (triple entendre) name! ;)
- Try the Tiger Spice Chai or one of the spicy hot chocolates. Arepas are delicious.
KJanuary 20, 2019Coffee is always burnt, I don't know why I keep coming here. Probably because they're nice study nooks in the far back.
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Located in a 1930’s historical building in Palo Alto, Coupa Cafe offers a warm and cozy environment to enjoy its exquisite single estate, certified organic & fair trade coffee from Venezuela.
Open until 11:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 7:00 AM–11:00 PM
(650) 322-6872
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No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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