DINERS aren't trendy or exciting, but they offer dependable, satisfying meals, comfortable booths and endless coffee refills. And there's a good chance your waitress will call you "darlin'." Here are five of Silicon Valley's top coffee shops.

Bite of Wyoming 2227 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose. 408.259.4819.

Flames Coffee Shop 1191 E. Calaveras Blvd, Milpitas. 408.262.2005.

Gilley's Coffee Shoppe 47 N. Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos. 408.395.3318.

Little Amsterdam Coffee Shop 14490 Big Basin Way, Saratoga. 408.867.9172.

Mini Gourmet 599 S. Bascom Ave, San Jose. 408.275.8973.

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