Grace J.
12/11/2025
The coffee had a gentle aroma and a balanced taste, though it felt light. The bitterness was mild, making it smooth to drink. The finish was ordinary, leaving no lasting impression. Overall,...
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499 S 2nd St
San Jose, CA 95113
Academic Coffee is a community-focused cafe in San Jose, CA, founded by entrepreneur Frank Nguyen. Committed to sustainability and quality, the cafe serves meticulously crafted coffee and select pastries while fostering a neighborhood hub for ongoing learning and pride.
In addition to its cafe offerings, Academic Coffee engages in local wholesale partnerships, providing personalized brewing solutions, training, and state-of-the-art equipment to corporate offices. By prioritizing community and exceptional experiences, Academic Coffee elevates the coffee culture in the area, ensuring that each cup serves a greater purpose.
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4.5(961)
Gizelle T.
1/3/2026
This small business really gets coffee and matcha right. I come all the way from Hayward to get my fix at least once a month to try their season flavors. I still dream about the guava matcha that...
Tiffany T.
1/11/2026
Expect a long line on weekends, but it moves fast. The drinks come out quickly after you order. I got the matcha banana latte which was whatever. Neither the matcha or banana cream top stood out....
Megan C.
1/10/2026
Heard through the grapevine that Academic Coffee has the best matcha in the bay, particularly the banana matcha. Additionally, I have never tried banana matcha before, so, why not now? ***NO CASH...
Aileen L.
1/7/2026
A friend and I came around 9am on a Tuesday to grab matcha and try to get some light work done. We found and paid for street parking a block down, which was limited to 2 hours. The space is pretty...
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