Zack S.
Yelp
Dropped into Goki while my fam finished up an event at the local High School down the street. Was looking for a relaxed environment where I could do a little work and hang for a bit. Glad I found Goki!
I always try to avoid Starbucks and CBTL - as I''m always disappointed in my drinks there. Plus, I enjoy scouting out small shops whenever I get the chance.
Goki is in a little strip mall near the train and local businesses. It's a bit non-assuming from the outside. Inside, it's spacious, clean, and colorful - but not overly so.
Although they have some savory treats and fun menu items, I'm pretty basic when it comes to coffee shops - I measure how good they are by how solid their latte is and how clean their restrooms are - which I've shared before on other reviews. Goki gets a 5 on both fronts.
It's not super branded and polished, but I don't mind that. It has a local, hometown feel but still professional and clean.
I was a little snackish, so I grabbed a banana nut bread and matcha cookies. I ate half the nut bread and it was hard not to save the other half for my wife. Super fluffy but still a little dense, just like I like it. Saving the cookies for my girls as they love match.
The latte came out in a double wall insulated glass - ah! They captured me with that smart drink ware move. First shop I've been to ever that served my latte in a glass that retains the heat!! It's what I use at home and I've always wondered why shops don't use them. The latte was great. Not award winning in terms of comparing the best lattes I've ever had because I love both Klatch and Classic's lattes near me. But, I'd happily order this latte anytime. Way better than Starbucks. Well made, by hand, steamed properly, the right temperature and right amount of foam. The shot was pulled perfectly and balanced with just the right amount of milk.
Too bad I don't live close by but I'll definitely stop in again. 5 on the latte, 5 on the treats, and 5 on cleanliness.