Cloud9 Coffee — Restaurant in Palo Alto

I recently had the pleasure of visiting "Cloud 9," and it's quickly become one of my favorite spots in town. This cafe offers an impressive selection of beverages, from rich espressos and creamy lattes to a variety of milk options. But that's not all – they also serve refreshing slushies and fresh house made juices.

The real star of the show, though, has to be their Fig Salad. It's an absolute must-try! The ingredients were fresh, and the flavors were perfectly balanced. Whether you're a salad enthusiast or just looking for a healthy option, you won't be disappointed.

If you're in the mood for something heartier, their Tartines and Croiffles (croissant-waffle hybrids) are fantastic. They're a delightful blend of savory and satisfying, and I couldn't get enough of them.

The atmosphere at Cloud 9 is cozy and inviting, making it a great place to relax with friends or catch up on some work. The friendly staff and prompt service only enhance the experience.

Overall, Cloud 9 exceeded my expectations in every way. With their fantastic food and drink options, it's clear that this cafe is on cloud nine, and I can't wait to return for more...

A suggestion for the cafe would either be to allow customers to keep the buzzer until their whole order has been fulfilled, or write the name of the customer on the cup/box or leave the receipt with the customer's name under the cup/plate for pickup, so we're not dependent on hearing a barista call our names.

I was waiting for almost 40 minutes for my order to come out, but primarily because I missed them calling my name, which it seems like they only do one time when the order is fulfilled. Granted, it was pretty busy, so this won't stop me from going back, but it was frustrating.

The food was delicious, as was the drink. Ample seating which is always a plus. The majority of the seating is outdoors though, which is a consideration when the weather is dreary (but thankfully it rarely is in CA).

The waiting issue was a bummer, but should be...

So glad to have a new coffee shop in town!

The coffee was excellent (we got an oat milk latte and a mocha), and the avocado toast was great. The drinks and food came beautifully presented.

We came during the rush hour, and had a little bit of a longer wait, but for a brand new place it was completely reasonable.

One area of improvement I hope the owners consider is the seating/atmosphere. The outdoors area needs attention. There’s random trash laying around, which isn’t very pleasant, weeds growing everywhere, and limited seating options. Most seating areas do not have umbrellas for shade, which isn’t ideal either. The indoor space has limited seating options too - was only a bar and a large communal table right by the ordering area.

I hope to visit...