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Such a cool little coffee shop. AMAZING coffee (get the Sumatran - you won't be disappointed!), cute gifts and cards, and the scones are to die for. Seriously, when I moved from PV and up to San Fran, I would drive to PV JUST for the scones. Luckily, I found a coffee shop with similar ones in the city!
Go here. Go now.
I like coming here for lunch, the coffee is great and the staff is nice. Bring the laptop and just chill :)
love the ambience! and the coffee!! it's got such a relaxed feel about it... perfect for enjoying coffee leisurely, with great conversations!
I stumbled upon this cute cafe near Hwy 280. Located in a wooden ranch style plaza and next to Wamu, and round table pizza, you can identify Konditorei cafe by the white patio tables and chairs. High ceiling interiors and cozy settings, you'll be greeted by the friendly staff. Menus are behind the counter, you're encouraged to take your time. Look for the daily specials!
A nice lady recommended the Cilantro Chutney sandwich for me which was fabulous and refreshing !! It's a croissant sandwich with Jarlsberg cheese, cucumber, onions, salad mix, cilantro chutney, and light mayo sauce.
I also ordered a Mexican Mocha with it, total $10.58 There's also plenty of little merchandise that can keep you busy browsing. Little fun miscellaneous items like greeting/birthday cards, to neck pillows, to recipe books, to baby's clothings, to sweets, nicely decorated and surprisingly blend in really well in the cafe!
Plus the warm customer service and friendliness from the staff, I really am coming back soon.
A great little coffee shop and bakery/ice cream parlor with WiFi. They usually have cute gift items too.
Great coffee shop, pastries, treats, gifts, cards...the location is fantastic, the ambience very warm and welcoming. The owner Patty is wonderful and her staff are consistent, professional, and work quickly - so even if there is a line it moves quickly...Konditorei coffee is much much better than the generic, utilitarian coffee chains. Definitely a must stop if you are in the area and worth a short drive if you are looking for a lovely place to have a cup of coffee, tea or treat.
Finally, a coffee-shop open past 2pm near where I live, with my essentials: great food, great coffee and tea, and wireless! The power outlets are generous as well, about one to every table along the back wall.
The mexican mocha is very smooth, cinnamon-y and creamy. I also had their pots of tea with Jasmine Pearl. You actually get a large pot of tea and teacups for only $3. I do wish their food selection was a bit more generous and perhaps I just hit them on a bad day, since the available pastries only fill up about a 6th of the case. But it's still a wonderful place that just gained a new regular!
EDIT: Mmmm their caramel latte is nummy as well, but don't forget to specify "for-here" if you're staying because they automatically stick it in a paper cup. Case of goodies is still mostly empty.
They now have yummy tart yogurt!!! YAY! Also the Cilantro Chutney sandwich is killer.
The Konditorei has been in the Ladera/Portola Valley area since around 1984. It is owned by one of… Read more »
I like Konditorei for a few simple reasons.
Nice coffee
Nice Atmosphere
Friendly staff
Each time I come here this place reminds me of the small coffee shops scattered across southern New England with its quaint gifts and simple yet great menu selection. Pretty much all the right ingredients for a nice good ol' cup of thank you very much. For those of you off on your bike ride/ run/hike in the south bay hills this is a great place to re-energize for that wonderful drive back up 280 into the city.
Caramel is an essential vice in thick liquid form. Enter Konditorei, which is on my way to work on Alpine Road. The caramel latte is really the only drink I order here, and the consistency, taste, and sweetness all combine into a nice, hot cup of bliss.
The ham and brie and ham and cheese bagel sandwiches are good. But worth $5.65? I think not.
I don't go in too often, as I don't live in Portola Valley -- and thank god for that -- so I'm not treated as the regulars are. So, it's pretty snooty. I often sense the woman behind the register is yelling expletives at me through her eyes because I always fail to inform her I want regular milk, not nonfat, in my drink.
Customers glance at me like I'm not one of them. It's weird. And irritating. It's too bad, as I'd probably go in a lot more.
That said, I've changed my rating from 4 to 2 stars. I'm sure I can find another place that makes killer caramel lattes.
I love this cafe. The best coffee in the bay area. Peerless coffee is a class on its own. They use real caramel syurp, not some crapy Monin cheap syrup. The Baristas really know how to make good coffee drinks, including soy cappuccinos...which as a fellow barista, knows how tricky those drinks can be. They use a great Morrizocco* Espresso machine. Sandwhiches are little pricy but delicious choices with good variety. Patty, Armando, Lauren, Payam, Gina, and the rest of the staff are awesome with customer service. They have FREE WI-FI! How perfect! The inside of the store will always have seasonal changes which is great when you're looking for that cute little xmas idea, valentines day, easter, thanksgiving, etc. They have outside seating which is really comfortable at a this quiet little store. Relatively unknown unless you live or work around Ladera. Love this place. On a side note, one of the women there Lauren, makes the best peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.
5 stars all the way. Great place with pleasant attitude but most of all, really good coffee! If your in Portola Valley or just driving near the Alpine Rd exit off 280, stop in to Konditorei.
I think this spot's main contribution to my life has been the phonetic exploration it has spurred on account of its name:
"kon-dih-TOE-ree"
"kon-dih-toe-RAY"
"kon-DIH-toe-rai"
"screw it let's just go there"
My PV fiends and I used to go here all the time. When I was a tennis instructor at Ladera Oaks during high school the thought of a 50-50 smoothie from this place got me through the sweltering heat on the court.
At any rate, no matter how you choose to pronounce the nebulous name of this place, we Portola Valley kids will know where you're talkin' about.
When I lived in Palo Alto, Konditorei was easily my favorite coffee shop in town. I always make a point to support local businesses in the area, and Patty and Armando have always struck me as friendly and warm people. Nowadays, when I look out my snowy window in New York, I often wish I were back there, caffe latte in hand.
Great local coffee shop. Love the pastries and snacks - much much better than any Starbucks. Lots of room to sit and sip. Free internet. Happy to have discovered the place.
Great coffee, free wireless internet, and friendly staff. I personally was taught to pronounce it "con-DEETt-er-oy" but have since heard that it's actually "kon-DIT-or-ee". But I don't think anyone really knows the "proper" pronunciation. :)
I'm all about the Konditorei (regardless of how you choose to pronounce it.) The owner is the nicest woman ever. I've know her for years, and she even let me sell some greeting cards I'd made, in the store. Delicious hot chocolate and croissants, message board with tons of great info, ice cream and smoothies, and cute gifts and cards. Plus, there's free wi-fi, and some great photographs on the wall. And it's always open early.
Great family run coffee spot - low key and good coffee and baked goods. Free wi-fi which is key. Good PV feel.
nice coffee shop... nice location.
the iced coffee drink with the chocolate covered espresso beans is really good!!
the bagel sandwiches are ok - I wish there was more food to choose from.
I have to say though, the atmosphere wasn't exactly 'friendly'. I was eventually attended to, but the guy behind the counter was busy making up someone else's order and didn't even acknowledge me or tell that he'd be right with me... I started wondering whether I was standing in the right place or not!!
Great place to hang out. Free Wi-Fi, good drinks, and great environment. Open until 5:30 on weekdays and great selection of bagels, pastries, and drinks.
This is a nice coffee place in Portola Valley. Opens quite early. The espresso, coffee and cappuccino's are really good. Usually, the owners are around and they are friendly and nice to chat with (when its slow). Often, you'll spot one or two Valley bigwigs there...
This coffee place opens earliest in the PV area, and is a great spot to people watch. In addition to providing wireless access, their message board provides local housing and employment opportunities.
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