Not an Ordinary Coffee Shop


It’s at First Sip


Operating under Friends of Children with Special Needs, we provide employment training, job opportunities and a sense of community pride for individuals with special needs.

We are Friends
Friends Coffee & Tea is operated under Friends of Children with Special Needs (FCSN) with the goal of providing an employment platform for individuals with special needs to learn and practice barista tasks, sharpen customer skills, build confidence, and enhance soft skills that would help with future employment. All elements of Friends encompass FCSN’s mission of finding love, hope, respect and support through integrated community involvement. Your support helps us fulfill the dreams of enriching the lives of individuals with special needs and building brighter futures for them!

Visit Us

Location

1029 S Bascom Ave.
San Jose, CA 95128

Hours

Mon - Fri | 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Sat | Closed
Sun | Closed

 

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Instagram Feed from @friendscoffeeandtea account below

What People Are Saying

 

“Definitely a hidden gem! … The place is so cute - there're many small decor items on display and likely for sale (mugs, cards, lotions, etc.).”

— Jane D., 6/19/19, Yelp

“What an awesome place to find so randomly! A coffee place created to put Special Needs people to work and sell their creations too! Had an incredible Earl Grey Honey Milk Tea and went home with a handmade coffee cup!”

— Ty S., 2/4/19, Yelp

Friends Gallery

Paint Your Life

Art for Everyone

Gifts that Speak to Your Heart

Handmade Ceramic Mugs