membership, worth it or not
Question · by the_nell · Member since Sep 2026 · 1 post · 7w7 weeks ago
CAFFE:iN
UnclaimedCoffee shop in Santa Clara, CA
4.3 · 130 reviewsOpens today at 11:30 AMOpens today at 11:30 AM
CAFFE:iN – Santa Clara Located just across from Santa Clara University, CAFFE:iN is a modern, community-focused café offering a curated selection of Boba Tea, specialty Coffee, and unique Taiwanese and Malaysian snacks and desserts. Whether you're studying, meeting up with friends, or just unwinding, our cozy and inviting space is designed for comfort and creativity. Now open late—until 11 PM on weekdays and 12 AM on Fridays and Saturdays—CAFFE:iN is your go-to spot for late-night cravings and caffeine fixes.
Eligible to offer 20% cashback to customers who shop here.OrbitBack
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Updated Sep 14, 2026Last activity 1 month ago, a question from the_nell.
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last update from here was when?
Question · by circling_on_alameda · Member since Aug 2026 · 3 posts · 7w7 weeks ago
anyone tell me what a first visit here involves
Question · by no_rush_on_alameda · Member since Aug 2026 · 3 posts · 8w8 weeks ago
people keep recommending this place, what for?
Question · by lowkey_on_the · Member since Sep 2026 · 3 posts · 7w7 weeks ago
Services
What CAFFE:iN offers, what it costs, and what people come for.
The menu
CAFFE:iN lists 17 services. These are the 13 people ask about most, with how many reviews mention each.
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Snyujbnjhnzp3sajmyeldkvwFrom their website
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Alfcx4y5ghlmuyhk74wh7v4fFrom their website
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This service features a delightful selection of milk teas, crafted to provide refreshing and flavorful experiences. We use high-quality ingredients to ensure each drink is enjoyable and satisfying.
Bpw2js5sswyt72qrum5rmil7From their website
Cafe
This service includes a variety of Asian desserts that showcase unique flavors and presentations. Our Tropical Paradise Honey Toast is a popular choice among customers looking for a sweet treat.
Jhcka24wrffkwoyq3v5vfgakFrom their website
Cafe
This service provides a cozy atmosphere for guests to enjoy light meals and snacks. The playful ambiance, complemented by K-pop tunes, enhances the overall dining experience.
G3wlnex4atb3ujck5azi4uc5From their website
Cafe
This service features savory snacks like Popcorn Chicken, which is a favorite among our visitors. The crispy texture and flavorful seasoning make it a perfect accompaniment to any drink.
Lrjbyvbg4r3cgjxfxxuza4kfFrom their website
Cafe
This service offers late-night treats, ideal for those looking for a sweet or savory snack after hours. Our Boba Lava Toast is a popular choice for those seeking something indulgent.
Sm3sb2q52zovqzwsluuytjvjFrom their website
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This service includes a selection of desserts that are inspired by Asian flavors. Our Matcha + Nutella Crepe is a delightful option that combines rich tastes in a light, enjoyable format.
Noiaxl62dklradjvmeotiyhoFrom their website
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This service provides a casual dining experience where guests can enjoy a mix of sweet and savory options. The inviting atmosphere makes it a great spot to relax with friends.
Zxja7x3os5lan46tzsgpu7d4From their website
Cafe
This service features a range of refreshing drinks, including Taro Milk Tea, which is a favorite among our customers. The creamy texture and unique flavor make it a must-try.
Malaysian snacks
Cafe
This service offers a variety of Malaysian snacks that provide a taste of authentic flavors. Our selection is designed to complement our desserts and beverages, enhancing the overall experience.
Gr3roesnrsb6ifwfqsrzxm74From their website
Cafe
This service includes a casual dining experience with a focus on Asian-inspired offerings. Guests can enjoy a mix of desserts and savory snacks in a relaxed environment.
Y5vprd6v7fqvgfgxcgkb5hmoFrom their website
Cafe
This service features a cozy atmosphere where guests can unwind and enjoy a selection of light meals. The playful ambiance adds to the enjoyment of our offerings.
Tuezrui67y6ncqaaq4cljat7From their website
Cafe
This service provides a unique dining experience with a blend of Asian flavors. Our menu is designed to cater to both sweet cravings and savory appetites.
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Usmshrayfemobraelfnq7j3aFrom their website
Cafe
This service includes a selection of desserts that highlight Asian culinary traditions. Our offerings are crafted to provide a delightful experience for all our guests.
Xmqmvqqs5nfcidghj3gq7wqoFrom their website
Cafe
This service features a variety of snacks and desserts that are perfect for sharing. Our offerings are designed to enhance the social dining experience.
Hyequqyidhq7iqlwqf5wt6e4From their website
Cafe
This service offers a selection of drinks that pair well with our desserts and snacks. Each drink is crafted to provide a refreshing complement to our menu.
3xcrtruubeqsxmw445b4sboiFrom their website
Cafe
This service includes a mix of sweet and savory options that cater to diverse tastes. Our offerings are designed to create a satisfying dining experience for all.
- Snyujbnjhnzp3sajmyeldkvwFrom their websiteCafe
- Alfcx4y5ghlmuyhk74wh7v4fFrom their websiteCafe
- Bpw2js5sswyt72qrum5rmil7From their websiteCafe
- Jhcka24wrffkwoyq3v5vfgakFrom their websiteCafe
- G3wlnex4atb3ujck5azi4uc5From their websiteCafe
- Lrjbyvbg4r3cgjxfxxuza4kfFrom their websiteCafe
- Sm3sb2q52zovqzwsluuytjvjFrom their websiteCafe
- Noiaxl62dklradjvmeotiyhoFrom their websiteCafe
- Zxja7x3os5lan46tzsgpu7d4From their websiteCafe
- Malaysian snacksCafe
- Gr3roesnrsb6ifwfqsrzxm74From their websiteCafe
- Y5vprd6v7fqvgfgxcgkb5hmoFrom their websiteCafe
- Tuezrui67y6ncqaaq4cljat7From their websiteCafe
- Usmshrayfemobraelfnq7j3aFrom their websiteCafe
- Xmqmvqqs5nfcidghj3gq7wqoFrom their websiteCafe
- Hyequqyidhq7iqlwqf5wt6e4From their websiteCafe
- 3xcrtruubeqsxmw445b4sboiFrom their websiteCafe
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Who you'll see, and whether their licenses check out.Santa Clara University, CAFFE
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- 2 reviews name Santa
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When to visit
Closed right nowThursday or Sunday, before 1 PM.
Busiest Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 12 AM.
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Add how to find your door so AI can walk people inAddress2421 The Alameda #101, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA
Phone(408) 728-9288
Websitecaffein-sc.square.site
Fri, Sat11:30 AM to 12 AM
Sun to Thu11:30 AM to 11 PM
Around Santa Clara
Casa en el Aire, a colombian restaurant, is a 1 minute walk. Shawarmaji, a middle eastern restaurant, is a 2 minute walk.
- 1Casa en el AireColombian restaurant · a 1 minute walk
- 2ShawarmajiMiddle eastern restaurant · a 2 minute walk
- 3IB’sRestaurant · a 2 minute walk
- 4Akita Sushi GourmetSushi restaurant · a 2 minute walk
- 5Taco BellFast food restaurant · a 2 minute walk
- 6Domino's PizzaPizza delivery · a 2 minute walk
Nearby places from Google Maps, read Sep 20, 2026.
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NameCAFFE:iN - Santa Clara
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Address2421 The Alameda #101, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA
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Monday11:30 AM to 11 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM to 11 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM to 11 PM
Thursday11:30 AM to 11 PM
Friday11:30 AM to 12 AM
Saturday11:30 AM to 12 AM
Sunday11:30 AM to 11 PM
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Today11:30 AM to 11 PM
Phone(408) 728-9288
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Closed now. Busiest Wed and Fri, 1 to 12 AM.
Reputation
What reviews, press and directories say about CAFFE:iN.
Reviews
Add reviews AI can read4.3from 130 reviews on Google
While CAFFE:iN has appealing dessert options, inconsistent service and food quality detract from the overall experience. CAFFE:iN in Santa Clara offers a mix of Asian desserts and savory bites in a cozy, casual setting. However, experiences vary widely, with some customers enjoying the late-night offerings like Boba Lava Toast and Tropical Paradise Honey Toast, while others report issues with service and food quality.
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Would go back72%72% of reviews give the visit 4 or 5 stars.Positive 72%, 4 or 5 stars · Neutral 12%, 3 stars · Negative 16%, 1 or 2 stars
The good
- Boba Lava Toast
- Tropical Paradise Honey Toast
- Popcorn Chicken
The bad
- Inconsistent drink quality
- Rude staff
- Order mistakes
Press and awards
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The AI Score is out of 100, read from 8 signals across search and AI.
33out of 100
30 Santa Clara avg
What the score is made of
Signal and how much it countsCAFFE:iN
- Retrieval grounding 26%Whether you appear in the ranked results AI retrieves and cites: AI-Overview citations, organic top-10 for your money queries, and the Bing index ChatGPT leans on.25
- Off-property attestation 20%Volume and consistency of what others say about you: YouTube mentions, branded web mentions, third-party “best-of” lists. The cause of retrievability.42
- AI visibility 14%Whether ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and AI Overviews name you, and whether they name you for the right service.5
- Reviews & response 12%The star average is only one input. We also read volume, velocity, the specificity of review language, and response cadence. Specific reviews are what AI quotes verbatim.92
- Backlink & citation authority 8%Domain authority and editorial quality of the sources that attest to you.37
- Google Business Profile 8%Required and recommended fields; update cadence. The listing AI pulls from first.90
- Speed & mobile 7%Core Web Vitals at the 75th percentile, on a real phone.
- Content freshness & schema 5%Crawl recency, intent alignment, valid JSON-LD, canonicals.52
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What AI reads
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Local AI Registry · Coffee shops in Santa Clara, CA · Editorial
CAFFE:iN, Santa Clara CA: Reviews
By Steve Lee, founder and CEO of Local AI Registry. Updated September 14, 2026.
Published September 14, 2026 · Updated September 14, 2026 · Machine-readable version below
In short
CAFFE:iN is a coffee shop in Santa Clara, CA. Its AI Score is 33 of 100, which is poor.
What each mark on this page means: https://localairegistry.com/methodology#marks
Key facts
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Coffee shop |
| Address | 2421 The Alameda #101, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA |
| Hours | Mon to Thu 11:30 AM to 11 PM · Fri to Sat 11:30 AM to 12 AM · Sun 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Phone | (408) 728-9288 |
| Rating | 4.3 across 130 reviews on Google |
| Quietest time | Thursday |
| Updated | September 14, 2026 |
All the details
Every row is something the owner can add or correct. Each one is marked Confirmed, Visitor submitted or AI guess, with where it came from.
| Group | Fact | Value | Mark | Evidence |
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| Location info | Address | 2421 The Alameda #101, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
| Location info | Description | CAFFE:iN to Santa Clara Located just across from Santa Clara University, CAFFE:iN is a modern, community-focused café offering a curated selection of Boba Tea, specialty Coffee, and unique Taiwanese and Malaysian snacks and desserts. Whether you're studying, meeting up with friends, or just unwinding, our cozy and inviting space is designed for comfort and creativity. Now open late to until 11 PM on weekdays and 12 AM on Fridays and Saturdays to CAFFE:iN is your go-to spot for late-night cravings and caffeine fixes. | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
| Location info | Hours | Mon to Thu 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM · Fri to Sat 11:30 AM to 12:00 AM · Sun 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
| Location info | Name | CAFFE:iN - Santa Clara | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
| Location info | Phone | (408) 728-9288 | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
| Hours | Monday | 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
| Hours | Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
| Hours | Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
| Hours | Thursday | 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
| Hours | Friday | 11:30 AM to 12:00 AM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
| Hours | Saturday | 11:30 AM to 12:00 AM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
| Hours | Sunday | 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
| Services | Service | 3xcrtruubeqsxmw445b4sboi | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Alfcx4y5ghlmuyhk74wh7v4f | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Boba tea | AI guess | |
| Services | Service | Bpw2js5sswyt72qrum5rmil7 | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | G3wlnex4atb3ujck5azi4uc5 | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Gr3roesnrsb6ifwfqsrzxm74 | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Hyequqyidhq7iqlwqf5wt6e4 | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Jhcka24wrffkwoyq3v5vfgak | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Lrjbyvbg4r3cgjxfxxuza4kf | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Malaysian desserts | AI guess | |
| Services | Service | Malaysian snacks | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
| Services | Service | Noiaxl62dklradjvmeotiyho | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Sm3sb2q52zovqzwsluuytjvj | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Snyujbnjhnzp3sajmyeldkvw | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Specialty coffee | AI guess | |
| Services | Service | Taiwanese desserts | AI guess | |
| Services | Service | Taiwanese snacks | AI guess | |
| Services | Service | Tuezrui67y6ncqaaq4cljat7 | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Usmshrayfemobraelfnq7j3a | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Xmqmvqqs5nfcidghj3gq7wqo | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Y5vprd6v7fqvgfgxcgkb5hmo | From their website | Business website |
| Services | Service | Zxja7x3os5lan46tzsgpu7d4 | From their website | Business website |
| Team | Santa Clara University, CAFFE | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | |
| Links | Website | https://caffein-sc.square.site/ | Confirmed | Google Business Profile |
Services and prices
These are the 17 services CAFFE:iN offers, with the price where we have one and where it came from.
| Service | Price | Price mark | Price evidence | Service mark |
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| Snyujbnjhnzp3sajmyeldkvw | From their website | |||
| Alfcx4y5ghlmuyhk74wh7v4f | From their website | |||
| Bpw2js5sswyt72qrum5rmil7 | From their website | |||
| Jhcka24wrffkwoyq3v5vfgak | From their website | |||
| G3wlnex4atb3ujck5azi4uc5 | From their website | |||
| Lrjbyvbg4r3cgjxfxxuza4kf | From their website | |||
| Sm3sb2q52zovqzwsluuytjvj | From their website | |||
| Noiaxl62dklradjvmeotiyho | From their website | |||
| Zxja7x3os5lan46tzsgpu7d4 | From their website | |||
| Malaysian snacks | Confirmed | |||
| Gr3roesnrsb6ifwfqsrzxm74 | From their website | |||
| Y5vprd6v7fqvgfgxcgkb5hmo | From their website | |||
| Tuezrui67y6ncqaaq4cljat7 | From their website | |||
| Usmshrayfemobraelfnq7j3a | From their website | |||
| Xmqmvqqs5nfcidghj3gq7wqo | From their website | |||
| Hyequqyidhq7iqlwqf5wt6e4 | From their website | |||
| 3xcrtruubeqsxmw445b4sboi | From their website |
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The team
1 person is named on this page.
Santa Clara University, CAFFE
| Field | Value | Mark | Evidence |
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| Reviews say | 2 reviews name Santa | AI guess |
Visiting CAFFE:iN
Address: 2421 The Alameda #101, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA. Phone: (408) 728-9288. Hours: Mon to Thu 11:30 AM to 11 PM · Fri to Sat 11:30 AM to 12 AM · Sun 11:30 AM to 11 PM. (Confirmed, Google Business Profile.)
Location info from Google Business Profile
From Google Business Profile: "CAFFE:iN – Santa Clara Located just across from Santa Clara University, CAFFE:iN is a modern, community-focused café offering a curated selection of Boba Tea, specialty Coffee, and unique Taiwanese and Malaysian snacks and desserts. Whether you're studying, meeting up with friends, or just unwinding, our cozy and inviting space is designed for comfort and creativity. Now open late—until 11 PM on weekdays and 12 AM on Fridays and Saturdays—CAFFE:iN is your go-to spot for late-night cravings and caffeine fixes."
When to go
Quietest day: Thursday. Busiest day: Friday. From the popular times on its Google listing.
Parking and getting in
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Nearby
| Place | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Casa en el Aire | Colombian restaurant | 1 min walk |
| El Camino & The Alameda | Bus stop | 2 min walk |
| Shawarmaji | Middle eastern restaurant | 2 min walk |
| IB’s | Restaurant | 2 min walk |
| Akita Sushi Gourmet | Sushi restaurant | 2 min walk |
| Taco Bell | Fast food restaurant | 2 min walk |
Reputation
4.3 average across 130 reviews: Google 130. (Confirmed, read September 14, 2026.)
While CAFFE:iN has appealing dessert options, inconsistent service and food quality detract from the overall experience. (AI guess, from 130 reviews.)
What people like
- Boba Lava Toast
- Tropical Paradise Honey Toast
- Popcorn Chicken
What people do not like
- Inconsistent drink quality
- Rude staff
- Order mistakes
Press
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Questions people ask
membership, worth it or not
last update from here was when?
people keep recommending this place, what for?
anyone tell me what a first visit here involves
Why do people rate CAFFE:iN?
is Milyar any better
prices round here, anyone got a number
rough idea what CAFFE:iN costs?
lunch near The Alameda, what is good
Whereabouts is CAFFE:iN?
On a budget in Santa Clara, is CAFFE:iN the one?
best cafe in Santa Clara
walk ins, or is it booked solid
what time does CAFFE:iN in Santa Clara actually open?
reviews all look glowing, what are the real complaints?
quietest day to hit this place?
The AI Score: 33 of 100
It measures how likely AI engines are to recommend a business, and how accurately. Santa Clara coffee shops run 23 to 34. Fair starts at 45, good at 65. CAFFE:iN scores 33, above the Santa Clara average of 30. The same method scores every business on the registry.
| Signal | Weight | Score | What it measures | CAFFE:iN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retrieval grounding | 26 | 25 | Whether you appear in the ranked results AI retrieves and cites: AI-Overview citations, organic top-10 for your money queries, and the Bing index ChatGPT leans on. | Poor |
| Off-property attestation | 20 | 42 | Volume and consistency of what others say about you: YouTube mentions, branded web mentions, third-party “best-of” lists. The cause of retrievability. | Poor |
| AI visibility | 14 | 5 | Whether ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and AI Overviews name you, and whether they name you for the right service. | Poor |
| Reviews & response | 12 | 92 | The star average is only one input. We also read volume, velocity, the specificity of review language, and response cadence. Specific reviews are what AI quotes verbatim. | Good |
| Backlink & citation authority | 8 | 37 | Domain authority and editorial quality of the sources that attest to you. | Poor |
| Google Business Profile | 8 | 90 | Required and recommended fields; update cadence. The listing AI pulls from first. | Good |
| Speed & mobile | 7 | Core Web Vitals at the 75th percentile, on a real phone. | ||
| Content freshness & schema | 5 | 52 | Crawl recency, intent alignment, valid JSON-LD, canonicals. | Fair |
Full method: https://localairegistry.com/methodology
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| Entity | Type | ID on this page | Same as | Relationship to CAFFE:iN |
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| CAFFE:iN | LocalBusiness | #business | https://caffein-sc.square.site/ | Subject of this page |
| Santa Clara University, CAFFE | Person | #team-santa-clara-university | ||
| Santa Clara, California | City | #city | City CAFFE:iN is in | |
| Local AI Registry | Organization | #publisher | https://localairegistry.com | Publisher of this page |
| Steve Lee | Person | #author | https://localairegistry.com/team/steve-lee | Author of this page |
Topical map
Where this page sits in the registry. It's one profile among the coffee shops in Santa Clara, linked to the lists and towns around it.
Lists
- Best coffee shops in Santa Clara: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/santa-clara/coffee-shop
- Best businesses in Santa Clara: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/santa-clara
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# CAFFE:iN, Santa Clara CA: Reviews Source: Local AI Registry, https://localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca. Free to reuse with a link back. By Steve Lee, founder and CEO of Local AI Registry. Updated 2026-09-14. Canonical: https://localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca ## Photos -  -  -  -  -  ## In short CAFFE:iN is a coffee shop in Santa Clara, CA. Its AI Score is 33 of 100, which is poor. What each mark on this page means: https://localairegistry.com/methodology#marks ## Key facts | Fact | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Coffee shop | | Address | 2421 The Alameda #101, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA | | Hours | Mon to Thu 11:30 AM to 11 PM · Fri to Sat 11:30 AM to 12 AM · Sun 11:30 AM to 11 PM | | Phone | (408) 728-9288 | | Rating | 4.3 across 130 reviews on Google | | Quietest time | Thursday | | Updated | September 14, 2026 | ## All the details Every row is something the owner can add or correct. Each one is marked Confirmed, Visitor submitted or AI guess, with where it came from. | Group | Fact | Value | Mark | Evidence | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Location info | Address | 2421 The Alameda #101, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Location info | Description | CAFFE:iN to Santa Clara Located just across from Santa Clara University, CAFFE:iN is a modern, community-focused café offering a curated selection of Boba Tea, specialty Coffee, and unique Taiwanese and Malaysian snacks and desserts. Whether you're studying, meeting up with friends, or just unwinding, our cozy and inviting space is designed for comfort and creativity. Now open late to until 11 PM on weekdays and 12 AM on Fridays and Saturdays to CAFFE:iN is your go-to spot for late-night cravings and caffeine fixes. | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Location info | Hours | Mon to Thu 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM · Fri to Sat 11:30 AM to 12:00 AM · Sun 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Location info | Name | CAFFE:iN - Santa Clara | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Location info | Phone | (408) 728-9288 | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Hours | Monday | 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Hours | Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Hours | Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Hours | Thursday | 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Hours | Friday | 11:30 AM to 12:00 AM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Hours | Saturday | 11:30 AM to 12:00 AM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Hours | Sunday | 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Services | Service | 3xcrtruubeqsxmw445b4sboi | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Alfcx4y5ghlmuyhk74wh7v4f | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Boba tea | AI guess | | | Services | Service | Bpw2js5sswyt72qrum5rmil7 | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | G3wlnex4atb3ujck5azi4uc5 | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Gr3roesnrsb6ifwfqsrzxm74 | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Hyequqyidhq7iqlwqf5wt6e4 | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Jhcka24wrffkwoyq3v5vfgak | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Lrjbyvbg4r3cgjxfxxuza4kf | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Malaysian desserts | AI guess | | | Services | Service | Malaysian snacks | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Services | Service | Noiaxl62dklradjvmeotiyho | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Sm3sb2q52zovqzwsluuytjvj | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Snyujbnjhnzp3sajmyeldkvw | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Specialty coffee | AI guess | | | Services | Service | Taiwanese desserts | AI guess | | | Services | Service | Taiwanese snacks | AI guess | | | Services | Service | Tuezrui67y6ncqaaq4cljat7 | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Usmshrayfemobraelfnq7j3a | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Xmqmvqqs5nfcidghj3gq7wqo | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Y5vprd6v7fqvgfgxcgkb5hmo | From their website | Business website | | Services | Service | Zxja7x3os5lan46tzsgpu7d4 | From their website | Business website | | Team | Santa Clara University, CAFFE | | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | | Links | Website | https://caffein-sc.square.site/ | Confirmed | Google Business Profile | ## Services and prices These are the 17 services CAFFE:iN offers, with the price where we have one and where it came from. | Service | Price | Price mark | Price evidence | Service mark | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Snyujbnjhnzp3sajmyeldkvw | | | | From their website | | Alfcx4y5ghlmuyhk74wh7v4f | | | | From their website | | Bpw2js5sswyt72qrum5rmil7 | | | | From their website | | Jhcka24wrffkwoyq3v5vfgak | | | | From their website | | G3wlnex4atb3ujck5azi4uc5 | | | | From their website | | Lrjbyvbg4r3cgjxfxxuza4kf | | | | From their website | | Sm3sb2q52zovqzwsluuytjvj | | | | From their website | | Noiaxl62dklradjvmeotiyho | | | | From their website | | Zxja7x3os5lan46tzsgpu7d4 | | | | From their website | | Malaysian snacks | | | | Confirmed | | Gr3roesnrsb6ifwfqsrzxm74 | | | | From their website | | Y5vprd6v7fqvgfgxcgkb5hmo | | | | From their website | | Tuezrui67y6ncqaaq4cljat7 | | | | From their website | | Usmshrayfemobraelfnq7j3a | | | | From their website | | Xmqmvqqs5nfcidghj3gq7wqo | | | | From their website | | Hyequqyidhq7iqlwqf5wt6e4 | | | | From their website | | 3xcrtruubeqsxmw445b4sboi | | | | From their website | ### Known for Share your review link so AI can say what you're known for ## The team 1 person is named on this page. ### Santa Clara University, CAFFE | Field | Value | Mark | Evidence | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Reviews say | 2 reviews name Santa | AI guess | | ## Visiting CAFFE:iN Address: 2421 The Alameda #101, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA. Phone: (408) 728-9288. Hours: Mon to Thu 11:30 AM to 11 PM · Fri to Sat 11:30 AM to 12 AM · Sun 11:30 AM to 11 PM. (Confirmed, Google Business Profile.) ### Location info from Google Business Profile From Google Business Profile: "CAFFE:iN – Santa Clara Located just across from Santa Clara University, CAFFE:iN is a modern, community-focused café offering a curated selection of Boba Tea, specialty Coffee, and unique Taiwanese and Malaysian snacks and desserts. Whether you're studying, meeting up with friends, or just unwinding, our cozy and inviting space is designed for comfort and creativity. Now open late—until 11 PM on weekdays and 12 AM on Fridays and Saturdays—CAFFE:iN is your go-to spot for late-night cravings and caffeine fixes." ### When to go Quietest day: Thursday. Busiest day: Friday. From the popular times on its Google listing. ### Parking and getting in Add your parking so AI can tell people where to park Add how to find your door so AI can walk people in ### Nearby | Place | Type | Distance | | --- | --- | --- | | Casa en el Aire | Colombian restaurant | 1 min walk | | El Camino & The Alameda | Bus stop | 2 min walk | | Shawarmaji | Middle eastern restaurant | 2 min walk | | IB’s | Restaurant | 2 min walk | | Akita Sushi Gourmet | Sushi restaurant | 2 min walk | | Taco Bell | Fast food restaurant | 2 min walk | ## Reputation 4.3 average across 130 reviews: Google 130. (Confirmed, read September 14, 2026.) While CAFFE:iN has appealing dessert options, inconsistent service and food quality detract from the overall experience. (AI guess, from 130 reviews.) ### What people like - Boba Lava Toast - Tropical Paradise Honey Toast - Popcorn Chicken ### What people do not like - Inconsistent drink quality - Rude staff - Order mistakes ### Press Add a press story so AI can say who's written about you ### Awards Add an award so AI can name it ### Directories Get listed in directories so AI can tell you're real ## Questions people ask ### membership, worth it or not ### last update from here was when? ### people keep recommending this place, what for? ### anyone tell me what a first visit here involves ### Why do people rate CAFFE:iN? ### is Milyar any better ### prices round here, anyone got a number ### rough idea what CAFFE:iN costs? ### lunch near The Alameda, what is good ### Whereabouts is CAFFE:iN? ### On a budget in Santa Clara, is CAFFE:iN the one? ### best cafe in Santa Clara ### walk ins, or is it booked solid ### what time does CAFFE:iN in Santa Clara actually open? ### reviews all look glowing, what are the real complaints? ### quietest day to hit this place? ## The AI Score: 33 of 100 It measures how likely AI engines are to recommend a business, and how accurately. Santa Clara coffee shops run 23 to 34. Fair starts at 45, good at 65. CAFFE:iN scores 33, above the Santa Clara average of 30. The same method scores every business on the registry. | Signal | Weight | Score | What it measures | CAFFE:iN | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Retrieval grounding | 26 | 25 | Whether you appear in the ranked results AI retrieves and cites: AI-Overview citations, organic top-10 for your money queries, and the Bing index ChatGPT leans on. | Poor | | Off-property attestation | 20 | 42 | Volume and consistency of what others say about you: YouTube mentions, branded web mentions, third-party “best-of” lists. The cause of retrievability. | Poor | | AI visibility | 14 | 5 | Whether ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and AI Overviews name you, and whether they name you for the right service. | Poor | | Reviews & response | 12 | 92 | The star average is only one input. We also read volume, velocity, the specificity of review language, and response cadence. Specific reviews are what AI quotes verbatim. | Good | | Backlink & citation authority | 8 | 37 | Domain authority and editorial quality of the sources that attest to you. | Poor | | Google Business Profile | 8 | 90 | Required and recommended fields; update cadence. The listing AI pulls from first. | Good | | Speed & mobile | 7 | | Core Web Vitals at the 75th percentile, on a real phone. | | | Content freshness & schema | 5 | 52 | Crawl recency, intent alignment, valid JSON-LD, canonicals. | Fair | Full method: https://localairegistry.com/methodology How AI decides what to say about a coffee shop: https://localairegistry.com/methodology#how-ai-decides-local-business. What to check before you choose one: https://localairegistry.com/methodology#how-to-choose-local-business ## Entity map Every person, place, organization and treatment named on this page, with a stable ID and a public reference. The JSON-LD below connects them to each other. | Entity | Type | ID on this page | Same as | Relationship to CAFFE:iN | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | CAFFE:iN | LocalBusiness | #business | https://caffein-sc.square.site/ | Subject of this page | | Santa Clara University, CAFFE | Person | #team-santa-clara-university | | | | Santa Clara, California | City | #city | | City CAFFE:iN is in | | Local AI Registry | Organization | #publisher | https://localairegistry.com | Publisher of this page | | Steve Lee | Person | #author | https://localairegistry.com/team/steve-lee | Author of this page | ## Topical map Where this page sits in the registry. It's one profile among the coffee shops in Santa Clara, linked to the lists and towns around it. ### Lists - Best coffee shops in Santa Clara: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/santa-clara/coffee-shop - Best businesses in Santa Clara: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/santa-clara ### Nearby - /san-jose: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/san-jose - /los-angeles: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/los-angeles - /san-francisco: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/san-francisco - /san-diego: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/san-diego - /irvine: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/irvine - /mountain-view: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/mountain-view ### Every list - Every leaderboard in California: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca ## References ### Sources cited - [1] Google Business Profile, https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJH8kwetDLj4ARfTZCE59h0e0 (accessed Sep 14, 2026) - [2] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/cr-me-br-l-e/ZXJA7X3OS5LAN46TZSGPU7D4 (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [3] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/white-peach-snow/ALFCX4Y5GHLMUYHK74WH7V4F (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [4] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/3-mochi-cookies-cream-/SNYUJBNJHNZP3SAJMYELDKVW (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [5] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/mango-snow/TUEZRUI67Y6NCQAAQ4CLJAT7 (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [6] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/vanilla-ice-cream/USMSHRAYFEMOBRAELFNQ7J3A (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [7] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/tom-yum-noodles/XMQMVQQS5NFCIDGHJ3GQ7WQO (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [8] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/chocolate-ice-cream/Y5VPRD6V7FQVGFGXCGKB5HMO (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [9] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/shrimp-tempura/3XCRTRUUBEQSXMW445B4SBOI (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [10] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/strawberry-ice-cream/BPW2JS5SSWYT72QRUM5RMIL7 (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [11] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/tiramisu/G3WLNEX4ATB3UJCK5AZI4UC5 (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [12] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/blueberry-smoothie-limited-time-offer-/GR3ROESNRSB6IFWFQSRZXM74 (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [13] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/mango-ice-cream/HYEQUQYIDHQ7IQLWQF5WT6E4 (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [14] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/iced-vietnamese-coffee/JHCKA24WRFFKWOYQ3V5VFGAK (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [15] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/matcha-ice-cream/LRJBYVBG4R3CGJXFXXUZA4KF (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [16] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/ube-taro-snow/NOIAXL62DKLRADJVMEOTIYHO (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [17] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/shrimp-spring-rolls/SM3SB2Q52ZOVQZWSLUUYTJVJ (accessed Sep 20, 2026) - [18] AI engine output: ChatGPT and Gemini, read by Local AI Registry on Oct 12, 2026, https://localairegistry.com/methodology (accessed Sep 20, 2026)
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- membership, worth it or not Question by the_nell, Sep 11, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/does-caffe-in-santa-clara-take-rewards-points-or-membership-pricing
- last update from here was when? Question by circling_on_alameda, Sep 10, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/what-has-caffe-in-santa-clara-been-posting-lately
- people keep recommending this place, what for? Question by lowkey_on_the, Sep 9, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/what-is-the-kitchen-known-for
- anyone tell me what a first visit here involves Question by no_rush_on_alameda, Sep 4, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/what-should-i-know-before-a-first-visit-at-caffe-in-santa-clara
- Why do people rate CAFFE:iN? Question by researching_on_the, Sep 4, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/what-do-people-actually-like-about-caffe-in-santa-clara
- is Milyar any better Question by alameda_wren, Sep 2, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/caffe-in-santa-clara-or-milyar-coffee-for-boba-drinks-ranked-1-for-boba
- prices round here, anyone got a number Question by summer_commuter_downtown, Aug 28, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/what-does-a-coffee-shop-actually-cost-in-santa-clara
- rough idea what CAFFE:iN costs? Question by the_and_alameda, Aug 24, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/what-price-range-can-customers-expect-at-the-restaurant
- lunch near The Alameda, what is good Question by window_shopping_on_alameda, Aug 19, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/what-is-around-caffe-in-santa-clara-on-the-alameda
- Whereabouts is CAFFE:iN? Question by new_year_commuter_south_95050, Aug 14, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/where-is-the-restaurant-located
- On a budget in Santa Clara, is CAFFE:iN the one? Question by the_noor, Aug 7, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/is-there-anywhere-cheaper-than-caffe-in-santa-clara-in-santa-clara-that
- best cafe in Santa Clara Question by may_sitter_east, Aug 5, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/best-cafe-in-santa-clara
- walk ins, or is it booked solid Question by alameda_dot, Jul 31, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/does-caffe-in-santa-clara-ever-have-last-minute-openings
- what time does CAFFE:iN in Santa Clara actually open? Question by alameda_and_the, Jul 24, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/what-are-the-restaurants-hours-and-which-days-are-they-closed
- reviews all look glowing, what are the real complaints? Question by birthday_neighbor_uptown, Jul 21, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/the-reviews-look-glowing-what-are-the-real-complaints
- quietest day to hit this place? Question by second_opinion_on_alameda, Jul 16, 2026. localairegistry.com/biz/ca/santa-clara/caffe-in-santa-clara-ca/q/what-is-the-quietest-day-to-book-at-caffe-in-santa-clara
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<p>Local AI Registry · Coffee shops in Santa Clara, CA · Editorial</p>
<h2>CAFFE:iN, Santa Clara CA: Reviews</h2>
<p>By Steve Lee, founder and CEO of Local AI Registry. Updated September 14, 2026.</p>
<p>Published September 14, 2026 · Updated September 14, 2026 · Machine-readable version below</p>
</header>
<section id="ai-in-short">
<h3>In short</h3>
<p>CAFFE:iN is a coffee shop in Santa Clara, CA. Its AI Score is 33 of 100, which is poor.</p>
<p>What each mark on this page means: https://localairegistry.com/methodology#marks</p>
</section>
<section id="ai-key-facts">
<h3>Key facts</h3>
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<thead><tr><th scope="col">Fact</th><th scope="col">Value</th></tr></thead>
<tbody>
<tr><td>Type</td><td>Coffee shop</td></tr>
<tr><td>Address</td><td>2421 The Alameda #101, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA</td></tr>
<tr><td>Hours</td><td>Mon to Thu 11:30 AM to 11 PM · Fri to Sat 11:30 AM to 12 AM · Sun 11:30 AM to 11 PM</td></tr>
<tr><td>Phone</td><td>(408) 728-9288</td></tr>
<tr><td>Rating</td><td>4.3 across 130 reviews on Google</td></tr>
<tr><td>Quietest time</td><td>Thursday</td></tr>
<tr><td>Updated</td><td>September 14, 2026</td></tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</section>
<section id="ai-all-the-details">
<h3>All the details</h3>
<p>Every row is something the owner can add or correct. Each one is marked Confirmed, Visitor submitted or AI guess, with where it came from.</p>
<table>
<thead><tr><th scope="col">Group</th><th scope="col">Fact</th><th scope="col">Value</th><th scope="col">Mark</th><th scope="col">Evidence</th></tr></thead>
<tbody>
<tr><td>Location info</td><td>Address</td><td>2421 The Alameda #101, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Location info</td><td>Description</td><td>CAFFE:iN to Santa Clara Located just across from Santa Clara University, CAFFE:iN is a modern, community-focused café offering a curated selection of Boba Tea, specialty Coffee, and unique Taiwanese and Malaysian snacks and desserts. Whether you're studying, meeting up with friends, or just unwinding, our cozy and inviting space is designed for comfort and creativity. Now open late to until 11 PM on weekdays and 12 AM on Fridays and Saturdays to CAFFE:iN is your go-to spot for late-night cravings and caffeine fixes.</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Location info</td><td>Hours</td><td>Mon to Thu 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM · Fri to Sat 11:30 AM to 12:00 AM · Sun 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Location info</td><td>Name</td><td>CAFFE:iN - Santa Clara</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Location info</td><td>Phone</td><td>(408) 728-9288</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Hours</td><td>Monday</td><td>11:30 AM to 11:00 PM</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Hours</td><td>Tuesday</td><td>11:30 AM to 11:00 PM</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Hours</td><td>Wednesday</td><td>11:30 AM to 11:00 PM</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Hours</td><td>Thursday</td><td>11:30 AM to 11:00 PM</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Hours</td><td>Friday</td><td>11:30 AM to 12:00 AM</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Hours</td><td>Saturday</td><td>11:30 AM to 12:00 AM</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Hours</td><td>Sunday</td><td>11:30 AM to 11:00 PM</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>3xcrtruubeqsxmw445b4sboi</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Alfcx4y5ghlmuyhk74wh7v4f</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Boba tea</td><td>AI guess</td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Bpw2js5sswyt72qrum5rmil7</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>G3wlnex4atb3ujck5azi4uc5</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Gr3roesnrsb6ifwfqsrzxm74</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Hyequqyidhq7iqlwqf5wt6e4</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Jhcka24wrffkwoyq3v5vfgak</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Lrjbyvbg4r3cgjxfxxuza4kf</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Malaysian desserts</td><td>AI guess</td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Malaysian snacks</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Noiaxl62dklradjvmeotiyho</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Sm3sb2q52zovqzwsluuytjvj</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Snyujbnjhnzp3sajmyeldkvw</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Specialty coffee</td><td>AI guess</td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Taiwanese desserts</td><td>AI guess</td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Taiwanese snacks</td><td>AI guess</td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Tuezrui67y6ncqaaq4cljat7</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Usmshrayfemobraelfnq7j3a</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Xmqmvqqs5nfcidghj3gq7wqo</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Y5vprd6v7fqvgfgxcgkb5hmo</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Services</td><td>Service</td><td>Zxja7x3os5lan46tzsgpu7d4</td><td>From their website</td><td>Business website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Team</td><td>Santa Clara University, CAFFE</td><td></td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
<tr><td>Links</td><td>Website</td><td>https://caffein-sc.square.site/</td><td>Confirmed</td><td>Google Business Profile</td></tr>
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</table>
</section>
<section id="ai-services-and-prices">
<h3>Services and prices</h3>
<p>These are the 17 services CAFFE:iN offers, with the price where we have one and where it came from.</p>
<table>
<thead><tr><th scope="col">Service</th><th scope="col">Price</th><th scope="col">Price mark</th><th scope="col">Price evidence</th><th scope="col">Service mark</th></tr></thead>
<tbody>
<tr><td>Snyujbnjhnzp3sajmyeldkvw</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Alfcx4y5ghlmuyhk74wh7v4f</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Bpw2js5sswyt72qrum5rmil7</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Jhcka24wrffkwoyq3v5vfgak</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>G3wlnex4atb3ujck5azi4uc5</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Lrjbyvbg4r3cgjxfxxuza4kf</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Sm3sb2q52zovqzwsluuytjvj</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Noiaxl62dklradjvmeotiyho</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Zxja7x3os5lan46tzsgpu7d4</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Malaysian snacks</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>Confirmed</td></tr>
<tr><td>Gr3roesnrsb6ifwfqsrzxm74</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Y5vprd6v7fqvgfgxcgkb5hmo</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Tuezrui67y6ncqaaq4cljat7</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Usmshrayfemobraelfnq7j3a</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Xmqmvqqs5nfcidghj3gq7wqo</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>Hyequqyidhq7iqlwqf5wt6e4</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
<tr><td>3xcrtruubeqsxmw445b4sboi</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td>From their website</td></tr>
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</table>
<h4>Known for</h4>
</section>
<section id="ai-the-team">
<h3>The team</h3>
<p>1 person is named on this page.</p>
<h4>Santa Clara University, CAFFE</h4>
<table>
<thead><tr><th scope="col">Field</th><th scope="col">Value</th><th scope="col">Mark</th><th scope="col">Evidence</th></tr></thead>
<tbody>
<tr><td>Reviews say</td><td>2 reviews name Santa</td><td>AI guess</td><td></td></tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</section>
<section id="ai-visiting-caffe-in">
<h3>Visiting CAFFE:iN</h3>
<p>Address: 2421 The Alameda #101, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA. Phone: (408) 728-9288. Hours: Mon to Thu 11:30 AM to 11 PM · Fri to Sat 11:30 AM to 12 AM · Sun 11:30 AM to 11 PM. (Confirmed, Google Business Profile.)</p>
<h4>Location info from Google Business Profile</h4>
<p>From Google Business Profile: "CAFFE:iN – Santa Clara Located just across from Santa Clara University, CAFFE:iN is a modern, community-focused café offering a curated selection of Boba Tea, specialty Coffee, and unique Taiwanese and Malaysian snacks and desserts. Whether you're studying, meeting up with friends, or just unwinding, our cozy and inviting space is designed for comfort and creativity. Now open late—until 11 PM on weekdays and 12 AM on Fridays and Saturdays—CAFFE:iN is your go-to spot for late-night cravings and caffeine fixes."</p>
<h4>When to go</h4>
<p>Quietest day: Thursday. Busiest day: Friday. From the popular times on its Google listing.</p>
<h4>Parking and getting in</h4>
<h4>Nearby</h4>
<table>
<thead><tr><th scope="col">Place</th><th scope="col">Type</th><th scope="col">Distance</th></tr></thead>
<tbody>
<tr><td>Casa en el Aire</td><td>Colombian restaurant</td><td>1 min walk</td></tr>
<tr><td>El Camino & The Alameda</td><td>Bus stop</td><td>2 min walk</td></tr>
<tr><td>Shawarmaji</td><td>Middle eastern restaurant</td><td>2 min walk</td></tr>
<tr><td>IB’s</td><td>Restaurant</td><td>2 min walk</td></tr>
<tr><td>Akita Sushi Gourmet</td><td>Sushi restaurant</td><td>2 min walk</td></tr>
<tr><td>Taco Bell</td><td>Fast food restaurant</td><td>2 min walk</td></tr>
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<section id="ai-reputation">
<h3>Reputation</h3>
<p>4.3 average across 130 reviews: Google 130. (Confirmed, read September 14, 2026.)</p>
<p>While CAFFE:iN has appealing dessert options, inconsistent service and food quality detract from the overall experience. (AI guess, from 130 reviews.)</p>
<h4>What people like</h4>
<ul>
<li>Boba Lava Toast</li>
<li>Tropical Paradise Honey Toast</li>
<li>Popcorn Chicken</li>
</ul>
<h4>What people do not like</h4>
<ul>
<li>Inconsistent drink quality</li>
<li>Rude staff</li>
<li>Order mistakes</li>
</ul>
<h4>Press</h4>
<h4>Awards</h4>
<h4>Directories</h4>
</section>
<section id="ai-questions-people-ask">
<h3>Questions people ask</h3>
<h4>membership, worth it or not</h4>
<h4>last update from here was when?</h4>
<h4>people keep recommending this place, what for?</h4>
<h4>anyone tell me what a first visit here involves</h4>
<h4>Why do people rate CAFFE:iN?</h4>
<h4>is Milyar any better</h4>
<h4>prices round here, anyone got a number</h4>
<h4>rough idea what CAFFE:iN costs?</h4>
<h4>lunch near The Alameda, what is good</h4>
<h4>Whereabouts is CAFFE:iN?</h4>
<h4>On a budget in Santa Clara, is CAFFE:iN the one?</h4>
<h4>best cafe in Santa Clara</h4>
<h4>walk ins, or is it booked solid</h4>
<h4>what time does CAFFE:iN in Santa Clara actually open?</h4>
<h4>reviews all look glowing, what are the real complaints?</h4>
<h4>quietest day to hit this place?</h4>
</section>
<section id="ai-score">
<h3>The AI Score: 33 of 100</h3>
<p>It measures how likely AI engines are to recommend a business, and how accurately. Santa Clara coffee shops run 23 to 34. Fair starts at 45, good at 65. CAFFE:iN scores 33, above the Santa Clara average of 30. The same method scores every business on the registry.</p>
<table>
<thead><tr><th scope="col">Signal</th><th scope="col">Weight</th><th scope="col">Score</th><th scope="col">What it measures</th><th scope="col">CAFFE:iN</th></tr></thead>
<tbody>
<tr><td>Retrieval grounding</td><td>26</td><td>25</td><td>Whether you appear in the ranked results AI retrieves and cites: AI-Overview citations, organic top-10 for your money queries, and the Bing index ChatGPT leans on.</td><td>Poor</td></tr>
<tr><td>Off-property attestation</td><td>20</td><td>42</td><td>Volume and consistency of what others say about you: YouTube mentions, branded web mentions, third-party “best-of” lists. The cause of retrievability.</td><td>Poor</td></tr>
<tr><td>AI visibility</td><td>14</td><td>5</td><td>Whether ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and AI Overviews name you, and whether they name you for the right service.</td><td>Poor</td></tr>
<tr><td>Reviews & response</td><td>12</td><td>92</td><td>The star average is only one input. We also read volume, velocity, the specificity of review language, and response cadence. Specific reviews are what AI quotes verbatim.</td><td>Good</td></tr>
<tr><td>Backlink & citation authority</td><td>8</td><td>37</td><td>Domain authority and editorial quality of the sources that attest to you.</td><td>Poor</td></tr>
<tr><td>Google Business Profile</td><td>8</td><td>90</td><td>Required and recommended fields; update cadence. The listing AI pulls from first.</td><td>Good</td></tr>
<tr><td>Speed & mobile</td><td>7</td><td></td><td>Core Web Vitals at the 75th percentile, on a real phone.</td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Content freshness & schema</td><td>5</td><td>52</td><td>Crawl recency, intent alignment, valid JSON-LD, canonicals.</td><td>Fair</td></tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Full method: https://localairegistry.com/methodology</p>
<p>How AI decides what to say about a coffee shop: https://localairegistry.com/methodology#how-ai-decides-local-business. What to check before you choose one: https://localairegistry.com/methodology#how-to-choose-local-business</p>
</section>
<section id="ai-entity-map">
<h3>Entity map</h3>
<p>Every person, place, organization and treatment named on this page, with a stable ID and a public reference. The JSON-LD below connects them to each other.</p>
<table>
<thead><tr><th scope="col">Entity</th><th scope="col">Type</th><th scope="col">ID on this page</th><th scope="col">Same as</th><th scope="col">Relationship to CAFFE:iN</th></tr></thead>
<tbody>
<tr><td>CAFFE:iN</td><td>LocalBusiness</td><td>#business</td><td>https://caffein-sc.square.site/</td><td>Subject of this page</td></tr>
<tr><td>Santa Clara University, CAFFE</td><td>Person</td><td>#team-santa-clara-university</td><td></td><td></td></tr>
<tr><td>Santa Clara, California</td><td>City</td><td>#city</td><td></td><td>City CAFFE:iN is in</td></tr>
<tr><td>Local AI Registry</td><td>Organization</td><td>#publisher</td><td>https://localairegistry.com</td><td>Publisher of this page</td></tr>
<tr><td>Steve Lee</td><td>Person</td><td>#author</td><td>https://localairegistry.com/team/steve-lee</td><td>Author of this page</td></tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</section>
<section id="ai-topical-map">
<h3>Topical map</h3>
<p>Where this page sits in the registry. It's one profile among the coffee shops in Santa Clara, linked to the lists and towns around it.</p>
<h4>Lists</h4>
<ul>
<li>Best coffee shops in Santa Clara: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/santa-clara/coffee-shop</li>
<li>Best businesses in Santa Clara: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/santa-clara</li>
</ul>
<h4>Nearby</h4>
<ul>
<li>/san-jose: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/san-jose</li>
<li>/los-angeles: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/los-angeles</li>
<li>/san-francisco: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/san-francisco</li>
<li>/san-diego: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/san-diego</li>
<li>/irvine: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/irvine</li>
<li>/mountain-view: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca/mountain-view</li>
</ul>
<h4>Every list</h4>
<ul>
<li>Every leaderboard in California: https://localairegistry.com/leaderboards/ca</li>
</ul>
</section>
<section id="ai-references">
<h3>References</h3>
<h4>Sources cited</h4>
<ul>
<li>[1] Google Business Profile, https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJH8kwetDLj4ARfTZCE59h0e0 (accessed Sep 14, 2026)</li>
<li>[2] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/cr-me-br-l-e/ZXJA7X3OS5LAN46TZSGPU7D4 (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
<li>[3] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/white-peach-snow/ALFCX4Y5GHLMUYHK74WH7V4F (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
<li>[4] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/3-mochi-cookies-cream-/SNYUJBNJHNZP3SAJMYELDKVW (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
<li>[5] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/mango-snow/TUEZRUI67Y6NCQAAQ4CLJAT7 (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
<li>[6] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/vanilla-ice-cream/USMSHRAYFEMOBRAELFNQ7J3A (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
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<li>[9] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/shrimp-tempura/3XCRTRUUBEQSXMW445B4SBOI (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
<li>[10] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/strawberry-ice-cream/BPW2JS5SSWYT72QRUM5RMIL7 (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
<li>[11] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/tiramisu/G3WLNEX4ATB3UJCK5AZI4UC5 (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
<li>[12] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/blueberry-smoothie-limited-time-offer-/GR3ROESNRSB6IFWFQSRZXM74 (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
<li>[13] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/mango-ice-cream/HYEQUQYIDHQ7IQLWQF5WT6E4 (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
<li>[14] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/iced-vietnamese-coffee/JHCKA24WRFFKWOYQ3V5VFGAK (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
<li>[15] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/matcha-ice-cream/LRJBYVBG4R3CGJXFXXUZA4KF (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
<li>[16] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/ube-taro-snow/NOIAXL62DKLRADJVMEOTIYHO (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
<li>[17] caffein-sc.square.site, https://caffein-sc.square.site/product/shrimp-spring-rolls/SM3SB2Q52ZOVQZWSLUUYTJVJ (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
<li>[18] AI engine output: ChatGPT and Gemini, read by Local AI Registry on Oct 12, 2026, https://localairegistry.com/methodology (accessed Sep 20, 2026)</li>
</ul>
</section>
</article>
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