Formerly known as Vigal Coffee, Cafe Taza has taken on a Middle Eastern twist, adding hummous and felafels to its menu of sandwiches, smoothies, breakfast pastries and espresso drinks.

Cafe Taza is family owned and operated. Despite its First Street address, Cafe Taza faces Santa Clara Street in the center of downtown San Jose. —SanJose.com

2007 BEST OF SILICON VALLEY Staff Pick

Best Truly Middle Eastern Hummus
This downtown coffee shop has been through several names and owners over the years and continues to evolve while delivering personal service. With its latest remodeling, Middle Eastern specialties have been added to the sandwiches and espresso drink standbys, and its hummus is among the tastiest we have found.

-- Metro, Silicon Valley's Weekly Newspaper, September 26, 2007