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Cafe Venetia

About Cafe Venetia

Welcome to Cafe Venetia, a local Espresso Bar in Palo Alto, CA 94301, where great coffee and a welcoming atmosphere come together. With a 4.30-star rating from 1809 reviews, we’re proud to serve guests looking for great service and quality and a comfortable place to relax.

★★★★☆ 4.30 rating (1809 reviews)
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More Than Just Coffee

Every cup we serve is a small moment of joy, carefully crafted by passionate baristas who care about your experience.

  • Free WiFi
  • Cozy Seating
  • Pet Friendly
  • Local Roasters

Reviews

From our beloved regulars

Dhanashree Nemade

Dhanashree Nemade

2 months ago

Tiramisu one of the best I’ve ever had!! So light, fluffy and yummy <3

GlomadicLife

GlomadicLife

a month ago

This has been my go-to meeting spot in Palo Alto. It really feels like a little slice of Italy — from the coffee to the chocolates to the charming setting.

APRIL Z

APRIL Z

a month ago

Did some casual wine tasting—love the vibe here. Vibrant red soft-covered seating and a great selection of wines.

Marie Vyas

Marie Vyas

6 months ago

Feels like an authentic Italian coffee shop. Brews are creative and delicious. Outside, there's a computer -free zone, which is really nice. Lovely atmosphere.

yunus kuloğlu

yunus kuloğlu

a month ago

The best hot chocolate I have ever had. Coffee is also great. The only downside is you can’t get anything to go.

Kay Kay

Kay Kay

7 months ago

Love this place. Feels great to drink our coffee outside, people watching, and relaxing. We always end up chatting with the people next to us. The employees are very friendly too. Great experience. Be careful not to drink too much coffee, very strong and tasty.

Minna Xu

Minna Xu

a month ago

Great coffee! The best panettone I’ve ever tasted in the Bay Area

Harshal Yeole

Harshal Yeole

8 months ago

Cafe Ventia is a fantastic spot! The seating is comfortable and inviting, making it a great place to hang out. I tried their Marocchino, and it was absolutely delicious served quickly and with a smile. The coffee here is top-notch, and I’m already looking forward to my next visit. Highly recommend!

Mihir Phadke

Mihir Phadke

3 months ago

Great little cafe for a quick coffee. I got a cappuccino which was really good. The staff are friendly, and the cafe has a really chilled and relaxed vibe to it that is commonplace in actual cafes around Europe. There's a cozy but lively atmosphere to the place with soft lighting and lots of people chatting about. Definitely worth checking this place out.

Rachelle Lopez

Rachelle Lopez

5 months ago

First off amazing Staff, was able to help me to choose an amazing Chianti to enjoy in the restaurant and bought 2 for home enjoyment. Love the aesthetic and the menu. The chocolate drink was to die for and it’s my Aunts favourite hot drink to enjoy in this cafe. It was a very busy night and lucky to get a nice seat across the bar.

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Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Assistive hearing loop

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Coffee
  • Organic dishes
  • Quick bite
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Tourists
  • University students

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Come Say Hi

We'd love to see you! Stop by for your favorite drink or to try something new.

Location

417 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301, United States

Hours

Closed · Saturday 7:30 am–11 pm
Sunday 7:30 am–10 pm
Monday 7:30 am–10 pm
Tuesday 7:30 am–10 pm
Wednesday 7:30 am–10 pm
Thursday 7:30 am–10 pm
Friday 7:30 am–11 pm
Saturday 7:30 am–11 pm
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