Philz is a staple coffee place if you like coffee. I enjoy that they have an app to pre-order, and they usually are done when it says. Only place you cannot order a head is downtown since they are right across the street from a college and are always busy. You can expect the place to always be busy. I've been to many locations, and they usually do an exceptional job. I usually see dog treats there since its dog friendly in some areas. Minus 1 start since they sell their coffee beans more expensive than they do in the grocery store such as Target. I always buy their beans but not from their store. Ordering for the first time can be confusing since you order your coffee, then pay in 2 separate steps.

I frequent this Philz location as I work in DTSJ. My go-to order is a Large Philtered Soul Philz way ($5.95) - medium cream, medium sugar. Minus one star for not using the Philz app for pre-ordering drinks. Sometimes it can take up to 30-minutes to get your coffee depending on how busy it gets. I've also had times where I've gotten my coffee in 10-minutes. Some baristas are friendlier than others, but I've never had any issues here. You wait in line, place your drink order with a barista, pay for your drink, then wait for your coffee to be called. There are couches and tables usually taken by studious college students. There is plenty of street parking nearby and also a parking garage with free 90-minute parking.

My favorite coffee place of all time! I've been coming here since my college days over. At least 10 years now. This location is within walking distance to SJSU. We stopped by on our way to Christmas in the Park. I ordered my usual min to mojito iced creamy and sweet. They brew fresh coffee on the spot and make it to your liking. My sister in law got the Tesora which was delicious too. It's more earthy. She ordered it extra creamy. Love this place but it is small. Not a spot you'll sit and hang out in but it's downtown so you can stroll downtown and sip your coffee, walk yo the park, or find a bench to enjoy your drink on. The service is on point too. Everyone is always friendly. If you've never been don't pass it up! Way better than Starbucks or Peet's.

This is my first time here at this location , WOW so deferent than others ones , you have to order with the Barista , after go pay . And you can order only pastries, but everything is so sweet with chocolate no breakfast etc . Like and other ones . Just letting you people know , they are really friendly the staff I love it . Environment and atmosphere are ok a lot of students . Good vibe !!

I loved the mocha and Amann. It was perfect amount of bitter and sweet. The Rose was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my husband seemed to love it. It's a sweet spot by the University. There was a long queue, and that only goes to show how much it is loved. Staff was managing well. Good ambiance. It has indoor as well as an outdoor seating. It has wifi too so thats a plus!

Philz coffee is one of the first coffee shops I went to during my first semester of SJSU religiously. It's always a safe choice to get and they always cater to your taste. Which is one of reasons why I love Philz. They're very customer oriented and make sure that the coffee will taste right. It does get pretty noisy due to the popularity of the coffee shop, but it just shows how well they're doing! Not pictured is the drinks. My usual go to is the ecstatic with extra sugar and extra creamy or the Cinnamon Toast Crunch. It's not too far from campus so it's always worth the wait and walk!

5 Stars ! Arrived when the doors Opened San Jose downtown / the SJSU location 18 Paseo De San Antonio, San Jose, CA 95112 o Lee was my Barista, great service and coffee recommendation o Hot, Medium Turkish, Light / Light o Dark coffee with cardamom and mint leaves Delicious.... you can really taste the beans! While listening to Old School R&B music One, two, three, four, FIVE Stars ! I approve this updated rating, Jay M. SJSU Alum, Engineering San Jose State University Ranked #4 Public University -- Wall Street Journal

Philz Coffee is one of my favorite coffee shops so I'm so happy to have so many locations close by since moving to the Bay Area! Of course, I had to pick up a bag of coffee beans as well for some home brewing. The mint mojito is one of my favorites for a sweet treat and it's one of their classics. They also have plenty of other blends, ranging from light, medium, and dark flavors.

Came by for coffee the other day and it was a tasty experience. Ordered with the barista at the counter and paid with the cashier towards the door. There was a slight wait to get to the barista. Drinks are made to order and my iced mint mohito was pretty strong, sweet and creamy as requested. The Gen Z barista was super chill and friendly.