What types of coffee do you offer?

We offer a variety of specialty coffee drinks, including espresso, cappuccino, latte, and drip coffee, made with high-quality, locally-sourced beans.

Do you have a seating area where I can sit and work/study?

Yes, we have a comfortable seating area with tables, chairs, and free Wi-Fi, perfect for working, studying, or just relaxing.

Where are you located?

We are located at 2337 S El Camino Real.

Do you offer any food options to go with my coffee?

Yes, we have a selection of pastries, sandwiches, and snacks to complement your coffee.

Can I customize my coffee drink?

Absolutely! Our baristas are happy to customize your drink to your liking, with a variety of milks, syrups, and flavorings available.

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KAIZEN & COFFEE, the premier coffee shop in San Mateo, CA, is dedicated to serving high-quality specialty coffee and fostering a welcoming atmosphere. Located at 2337 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94403, our coffee shop is the perfect spot to relax, work, or socialize with friends. Our expertly trained baristas take pride in crafting each cup to perfection, using only the finest ingredients and techniques. From rich and smooth lattes to bold and adventurous cold brews, our menu has something for every palate. At KAIZEN & COFFEE, we're committed to providing exceptional customer service, ensuring every visit is a memorable one. Whether you're a local or just visiting, we invite you to experience the best of San Mateo's coffee shops at KAIZEN & COFFEE. Come taste the difference for yourself!

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Kaizen & Coffee is a hidden gem, serving high-quality specialty coffee and delicious pastries in a cozy atmosphere. The baristas are knowledgeable and friendly, making it a great spot to relax and work or catch up with friends.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

Facebook Reviews: 4.7/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

OpenTable: 4.3/5

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4.8

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P -Google user

3 weeks ago

Wow! I’ve been wanting to come here for a long time and it definitely lived up to my expectations. The service was amazing shoutout to the cashier (I didn’t catch her name) who was super helpful, even spoke Spanish, and kindly guided us through the...Read More

Dine in$1–10Atmosphere: 5Moderate noiseNo waitPlenty of parkingFree street parkingthere is 1 hr or 20 min parking right in front of the place. If you need more time there is plenty parking in the area.

Lutz Finger -Google user

2 months ago

DEFINITELY!!!! Go here. I took a 20 min detour to get here. And it’s worth it. Good barista. Excellent machine. Nice selection of coffees. They change daily. Today they ran out of single origin single dose… (it’s 1:30pm) - that’s kinda bad planning on their...Read More

Take outOther$1–10Atmosphere: 1Very loud, hard to hearSomewhat difficult to find parkingFree street parking

Hsin Yi Wei -Google user

6 months ago

Kaizen Coffee is a Bay Area coffee spot we particularly enjoy and have already returned to twice within a week. We tried their ube and sesame latte, and both had rich, delicious flavors. Their pastry, sourced from Neighbor Bakehouse, boasted a flaky and crispy texture complemented...Read More

Dine inBreakfast$10–20Atmosphere: 5Black Sesame, Cheese Danish

Hash Man -Google user

6 months ago

Needed a last coffee before jumping on a plane. Came to this place for a different experience. Glad I did. I’m normally a plain black coffee guy but the single origin pour over just didn’t call to me today. Sticking with my intent of a...Read More

Dine inOther$1–10Atmosphere: 5Black Sesame

Vanessa Cheung -Google user

11 months ago

I heard someone say, "This is the busiest coffee shop I've ever seen." And it was, when I visited one Saturday afternoon. Not sure how people can work through the noise. Very cool and unique flavors. So expensive though. Ube Latte ($7.50) - Creamy and luscious....Read More

Take out$1–10Atmosphere: 5

Colleen Hawk -Google user

Edited 5 months ago

Kaizen Coffee is so good it takes coffee to a whole new level. I had the Black Sesame Latte. In one word: Divine. The lattes they make are exquisite. Kaizen has redefined Coffee. Boom! Come get it. Update: I ordered the black sesame latte in a...Read More

Atmosphere: 5

Anuva Agarwal -Google user

3 months ago

Went there around 3pm on sunday and it was quite crowded. Had to wait 10-15 minutes in the queue to be able to order. Got the Okinawa Brown Sugar Latte (Hot) and Caramel Miso Latte (Iced). Both were really good! The barista was also really...Read More

Dine in$10–20Atmosphere: 5

J -Google user

6 months ago

TRUST AND BELIEVE: THESE DRINKS ARE FIERCE BUT THE WAIT IS A CRIME! ✨⚠️ • The eleganza of these lattes will leave you GAGGED • Parking? A mess. Wait time? A MESS. • Serving minimalist realness with premium coffee and matcha • That line is longer than my Friday...Read More

Take outOther$1–10Atmosphere: 4Difficult to find parkingFree street parking

Michael Kawamoto -Google user

6 months ago

Lovely cafe with really exquisite lattes. It got a little busy when we arrived mid afternoon on a Friday and we waited in line to place our orders. There aren't many seats on the inside and parking can be quite difficult as it's...Read More

Dine inLunch$1–10Atmosphere: 4Difficult to find parkingFree street parkingFirst floor

James Jordan -Google user

2 months ago

Awesome coffee and an awesome family owned business. Will DEFINITELY return. Highly recommend. Get your proper setup. This family specializes in getting you lit !!!

Noahark WV -Google user

9 months ago

Incredible coffee house. Line out the door when we got there but only had to wait a little over 10 minutes to get to our order. I had the miso caramel latte and the server asked for my sweetness level and milk type, which really...Read More

Take outBrunch$30–50Atmosphere: 5PB & B Toast

Prince Villanueva -Google user

4 months ago

I remember when this place first opened, and it’s amazing to see how they’ve continued to refine their craft—it really shows. Their signature drinks include Ube, Miso Caramel, Okinawa Brown Sugar, and more!

Take outOther$10–20Atmosphere: 5Black Sesame

Sam Gh -Google user

3 months ago

Loved both visits to Kaizen & Coffee. Tried the cortado first, then the ube latte. Both were great. The black sesame mochi muffin is also a must-try. Staff is friendly and welcoming. Definitely coming back!

Atmosphere: 5

J H -Google user

a month ago

Saw the line for this shop, and I was worried if it was worth the wait. I’m glad to say it was well worth! They have some very unique drinks and we tried time miso caramel and mission mocha. Mission mocha was hands down the favorite...Read More

Take outBreakfast$1–10Atmosphere: 510-30 minSomewhat recommendLarge vegetarian selectionThere are toast and pastry options that are vegetarianOat almond and soy milk offeredDifficult to find parkingFree street parking

Serena Tang -Google user

5 months ago

This cafe had one of the most unique and delicious salmon toasts I’ve ever had. It was flavorful, had a variety of toppings (wasabi powder I think?) and was just very enjoyable. Their matcha lattes were delicious and creamy, and the sweetness was perfect. Cashier was very...Read More

Take outLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5

Spam Patel -Google user

3 months ago

Everyone is filled with energy here. The food and drinks are made to perfection. Will definitely be back here again! 🤩 got a hot Ube latte and ricotta toast with a soft boiled egg. :)

Dine inBrunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Highly recommend

Andres Ortiz -Google user

2 months ago

My new favorite coffee shop in the Bay Area! I got a latte and it was amazing. Definitely recommend as one of the best coffee places! The attention to detail is incredible

$1–10Atmosphere: 5

Jon Roth -Google user

a month ago

Amazing cafe — the kind of specialty coffee spot you used to only find in hip cities. We’re lucky to have it in San Mateo. The staff is great, the ambiance is welcoming, and the regular Black & White roasters coffee is excellent. They also sell...Read More

Take out$1–10Atmosphere: 5

Ingo Bednarz -Google user

a month ago

I will go out of my way every time i pass through San Mateo, then happily circle the block 3 times to find parking, only to get their single origin espresso of the day. The single origin changes every other day or so, but every...Read More

Mikaela Shannon -Google user

2 months ago

We ordered the single origin espresso and pour over while we were here and we were blown away! The roasters they source are incredible and they pay close attention to detail with their brewing techniques. The staff checked up on us several times and even...Read More

Dine inAtmosphere: 5

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