Vintage soul, modern style, and exceptional coffee at San Pedro Square Market, open every day.
Playback Coffee Co. was built on a frequency that most cafés never find. Drawing inspiration from San Jose's radio history and the golden age of sound, this spot at San Pedro Square Market channels the warmth of a neighborhood record store with the energy of a live broadcast. The result is a gathering place that feels genuinely unlike anywhere else in the South Bay.
From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere does the talking. Lounge seating, a welcoming crew behind the counter, and the kind of coffee that earns a second visit make Playback a natural anchor for regulars and first-timers alike. DJ sets add a layer of soul that turns an ordinary coffee run into something worth lingering over.
This is the kind of place San Jose has always deserved: locally rooted, community-minded, and serious about what goes into every cup. Whether you're catching up with a friend or carving out a quiet hour for yourself, Playback Coffee sets the right tone.
Playback Coffee operates as a full coffee shop with the kind of craft and consistency that keeps people coming back. Every cup reflects the care put into sourcing and preparation, and the team behind the bar brings genuine enthusiasm to the work.
Can't make it in person? Online ordering for pickup is available so you can skip the wait and get straight to the good part. For days when leaving the couch isn't in the cards, DoorDash delivery brings Playback's coffee to your door. The shop is open seven days a week, Monday through Sunday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, making it easy to build into any routine.
Beyond the coffee, Playback functions as a true community hub, hosting DJ sets and creating space for the kind of casual, unhurried connection that defines San Pedro Square.
Take a look at our space and what we have to offer
“We stopped by for a quick morning bite. We got cold brew, fruit parfait and pistachio olive oil loaf cake. Everything was very delicious!”
— Alina Petrychenko
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Playback Coffee is at 87 N San Pedro St, Suite 151, San Jose, CA 95110, inside San Pedro Square Market in downtown San Jose.
The shop is open Monday through Sunday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, every day of the week.
Yes. Online ordering for pickup is available through their website at playbackcoffee.com, so you can place your order ahead and pick it up without waiting in line.
Yes, delivery is available through DoorDash. Search for Playback Coffee on the DoorDash app to place an order to your location.
Playback Coffee is inspired by San Jose's radio history and the golden age of sound. The space blends vintage aesthetic with modern style and hosts DJ sets, making it as much a community gathering spot as a coffee shop.
Absolutely. The café features both indoor and outdoor lounge seating with a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere that draws a crowd of regulars who come to stay a while.
Visit playbackcoffee.com for online ordering, menu details, and the latest on events and DJ sets at the shop.
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