Brew & Banh Mi Cafe

I recently visited Brew & Banh Mi Cafe in Milpitas and it has quickly become one of my favorite spots! The drink menu is huge — from refreshing fruit teas and fresh juices to creamy coffees, matcha, and even fun slushies. Everything I tried tasted fresh and well-balanced, not overly sweet like many places. Their Vietnamese Banh Mi sandwich was packed with flavor and super affordable. I also loved the pastries — the waffle was light and crispy, the croissant buttery, and the bun was perfectly fluffy. The vibe of the café is casual, cozy, and perfect for either hanging out or grabbing something quick on the go. Definitely a hidden gem in the Bay Area — I’ll be coming back often!

This was a new place to me. I got lychee tea with chuck taro. There were two lychees and some taro chucks in the tea. It was quite nice. But, I asked for less ice, I still got nearly full cup of ice cubes😓. The indoor table setting was good - relaxing. The outdoor seats were cool. It had Vietnamese sandwiches, too.

I’m a bit torn. This spot has some solid options for drinks and food. The salted coffee was delicious, and so was the banh mi. The service was good as well. And even with it being at a gas station, the space felt comfortable and high end. My main complaint really is the value. They aren’t particularly more expensive for a drink, but my drink that I ordered was almost entirely ice. I’d probably order lighter on the ice if I were to get it again. Even the sandwich felt like it was a bit more bread than fillings. TLDR: Tasty food and drinks, but don’t expect it to be the best budget value option around.

We ordered coffee and sandwiches for dine-in around 1 PM on a Saturday. There were four employees working, but instead of properly serving dine-in orders, they seemed more focused on chatting. Our sandwiches were placed in a to-go paper bag even though our order was clearly marked as dine-in. As a result, we had no plates or trays, and the dining experience felt messy and careless. The presentation also did not match the website photos, where food is served on plates. Overall, the service felt inattentive and unprofessional, and the experience did not meet expectations.

I visited this Vietnamese coffee spot for the first time during my work trip to SJ and it was such a great experience! The Vietnamese coffee was absolutely amazing, strong, smooth, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness. I also tried their Banh Mi Chicken Sandwich, which was fresh, flavorful, and packed with delicious ingredients. The quality of both the coffee and food really stood out, and I can definitely say it’s worth the visit. I’ll be coming back for sure!