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    As Kneaded Café

    4.1 (24 reviews)
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    Cafe on right side as one enter library.
    Victor G.

    As Kneaded Cafe opened recently in a dedicated space that once hosted a cafe. It's on the right as one approaches San Leandro Library. Weather was warm, didn't have much of an appetite, just needed a brew to "wake up". Associates at counter quick to acknowledge my presence, took my order. It was ready in minutes. Small interior space with a service counter which had display shelves for edibles, breads, & pastries. At the right side is an outside patio with more seating. Plenty of parking in lot. Didn't hear any music when I was there. Merch, coffee beans, tea bags available for sale at left side of counter. Offerings: (drinks): coffee, tea, lemonade, espressos, (edibles): cookies, scones, croissants, sandwiches, fruit parfait, tea cakes, muffins, hand pies, breads. Think inventory rotates. Not everything seen on shelves. Sips: pour over (4) black, medium roast blend. -premade coffee poured from thermos. Initially slightly harsh. Mellowed over time. Consistent medium-ish, never bold. -haven't had this blend for awhile. Few cafes serve it. 4 stars Worthy! Service 5 stars. Quality: artisan coffee beans. Quantity: reasonable.

    Citrus scone and brown butter rice crispy treat.
    Jeffrey S.

    ​As a big fan of the As Kneaded Bakery, I was thrilled that they would take over the cafe spot in the San Leandro Library (which is conveniently much closer to my house than the bakery). I didn't attend during the opening day, knowing that there would be a lot of hoopla around it. But I have dined in two times during the first month. The first time, it was 11 AM on a Saturday with my wife. The parking lot was quite full, though we were able to find a spot. The cafe was very busy, with many people having an early lunch or a snack. The patio was full, mostly of families with children. We were able to find a small table inside to enjoy our drinks and pastries. I ordered a pineapple espresso tonic and a brown butter rice crispy treat, while she got a yuzu lemonade and a citrus scone. The rice crispy treat was very large, must I somehow managed to eat the entire thing. Young children might have difficulty eating it, as it's very thick. But very delicious. My second visit was 10 AM on a Monday. I was the only customer dining most of this visit, though many people came through to order to go. On this visit, I ordered a hot mocha and a chocolate chip cookie (vegan). The cookie is of the flat and chewy variety, and my food was served on plates and cups (not disposable). If there is a downside to this cafe, there are not many power outlets available to customers. The exterior wall is concrete, so only a few spots adjacent to the interior walls have access to wall outlets. This may be an issue on the weekends or after school (when kids are coming through the library). Otherwise, this is a great cafe. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and the food is wonderful. I plan this to be my regular cafe hangout spot.

    Simarran R.

    The fabulous owner, Iliana, greeted us at the register. I tried a drip coffee and vegan chocolate chip cookie. I love a good high quality cup of coffee and cookie, and that's exactly what I got. Will definitely return to try the compost cookie and some of the espresso drink. Love this cafe for San Leandro.

    Aline sandwich
    Luis G.

    I love the bakery and the library- combining the two is amazing- I'm now looking forward to working in the library and taking breaks in the cafe. Latte was delicious and I'm very excited to be able to order the Aline sandwich whenever I want instead of waiting for it to be back on the bakery menu! The space is lovely and all the staff were nice. I usually don't go to restaurants in the first few weeks of opening, but made an exception and was glad I went!

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    The food and ambience of this new cafe are fantastic. The bread for the sandwiches and treats come from the delicious As Kneaded Bakery. Lots of vegetarian options and kid friendly fare as well. The coffee and drinks are also great. Come check out this great addition to San Leandro dining options and you will be grateful.

    Our local East Bay Author Gary Smith

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    Turkey sandwich with cheddar and apple was so delicious - felt like each ingredient was really amazing. I'll be back just for that.

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    Good bread. Good treats. Friendly staff. Nearby. Now they have a cafe, too - with great chai and really pleasant staff.

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