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Barrio Downtown

4.7 (29 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Raheem A.

Needing to catch up with a fellow friend/colleague, I suggested that we take a stroll to Barrio Downtown to grab a cup of Jane. Being that it was my first visit, initially I didn't realize that this cozy establishment is a coffee shop (I have worked in the downtown area for over 10 years). Upon entering we were warmly greeted by an enthusiastic barista ready to take our orders. Since it was my first visit, I inquired about the barista's personal favorite drinks. She suggested the Signature Churro and the Pumpkin Churro. Since it is officially the Fall season, I opted to try the Pumpkin Churro that was on the Fall menu. After taking one sip of my Pumpkin Churro, I realized that I made the right choice. It very much so tasted like a churro (which I love on occasion) with a slight hint of pumpkin flavor. Although I'm not in the downtown area often, I look forward to making a return visit to try the regular Churro Latte and one of their pastries (as recommended by my wife). Thank you Barrio Downtown!

Karen C.

My coworkers and I were in need of a little pick-me-up, so we stopped by for coffee and empanadas. Unfortunately, they were already sold out of most of the empanadas a little after 10am, with only the mushroom left. The chicken tinga is my favorite, so I was definitely disappointed they were out, so I'll have to come earlier next time! I ordered the churro latte with almond milk, and as always, it was delicious. The staff are consistently friendly and greet us right when we walk in, which makes the experience even better.

Purple daze
Cat R.

So happy I stopped into Barrio on my drive through Sacramento! Unfortunately, I was unable to try the food since we arrived 30 min to close and everything was sold out (that must mean it's really good!), but the coffee menu was extensive and staff were super friendly. I ordered a summer special, the purple daze (condensed milk, ube cold foam) and my mom ordered their signature churro latte, both iced. We both loved our drinks! My ube latte was so thick it was difficult to drink but once mixed up it was amazing! My mom usually only drinks black coffee but was so happy with her churro latte, it was sweet and cinnamony and went quick. If Barrio was closer to SF I'd be trying every drink on the menu! We were on a road trip so were hoping to use a restroom - staff were super helpful in recommending the apartment building next door, which were kind enough to accommodate. Highly recommend! Next time I'm in Sacramento I'll definitely stop by.

Nitro cold brew, add chocolate and cherry, splash of milk and chocolate cold foam. Made by the best, Dre!
Ashli C.

Can I just say this place is the best start and end to my work week!!!! You just cant go wrong with a coffee made by Dre!! She is the light at the beginning of my Monday and the start of my Friday! A true artist at work! The friendly faces behind the counter truly make everything about this little coffee shop feel like home! I highly recommend to everyone in the area stop in and give this place a try, from the pastries to the empanadas to the amazingly crafted coffees, you can never go wrong!

Birria Empanada
Franny Z.

I love this place when I can catch them when they are open. The ladies are so sweet. I've tried the empanadas~Birria, Veggie, and Breakfast all so good. The samosas so good too! The drinks are yummy. I've had their Raspberry Mocha, Raspberry Matcha, Cherry Matcha, and Caramel Latte

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A B.

Coffee was coffeeing! Customized Caramelita. Got me going! And the EMPANADAS ARE BACK! How good are they? Good enough to have me wait for their arrival. Don't judge me, but i ordered all three. They had mushroom cheese, breakfast, and samosa. They came with 4 different sauces on the side! Breakfast and lunch combo all in one. Glad they re-opened and I definitely will be back.

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2 months ago

The mushroom empanadas are terrific, and so are the cookies. I like their hot chocolate with an extra shot of chocolate and whipped cream.

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1 year ago

The only thing I tried from this place was a veggie egg empanada. It was so good especially with the chipotle dipping sauce!

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1 year ago

Cool little coffee shop. Super friendly, and much better coffee + pastries than any chain I've had. Definitely drop in if you're in the area

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Friendly and welcoming service, good quality espresso, perfect sized pastries and lovely view of the park!

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Anna is a lovely person who is able to help each person swiftly with a smile! Nice to have a hometown feel in a busy downtown area.

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love visiting this place when i'm in town! the pastries and empanadas are amazing!!!!! great coffee and the service is beyond great!!!

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18 Grams Coffee Roasters - Ube waffles

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4.4(638 reviews)
4.1 mi
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We wanted breakfast for our group and Filipino breakfast was what everyone was craving. We came on…read morea Sunday late morning and it was busy. It's been a long time since we last been to 18 grams. It wasn't that busy then so it was nice to see them doing well. The staff were cool, definitely working hard to keep up with the business. There was a lot of seating both inside and out. We ordered on the kiosk but you can also order from the cashier. We didn't realize how much food items they now offered. There's different Filipino/Hawaiian dishes like a katsu, loco moco, and longanisa. They had baked goodies like ube muffins and pandan cookies. For drinks they were plenty of coffees, lattes, and teas. It was pretty busy so it took a while for our food to come out. It wasn't the best we had, but all the food was enough to satisfy our cravings. It was definitely a modern take on things that was enjoyable.

Day Visited: Saturday @ 1 PM Price Range: $$…read moreParking: Free parking lot Ordered: Iced Mocha with vanilla cold foam and Iced Americano with vanilla cold foam Overall, solid 8.5/10. Any time we visit Sac, it is one of our go-to spots! They do an excellent job of sourcing their coffee beans along with roasting them. They've gotten exceptionally good at standardizing their drinks across the board as well. We have also tried many of their drinks outside of what we ordered today, including the 1987, 18 to the Brain, Thai Coffee, and Mexican Mocha. They have a food menu as well, which ranges from rice bowls to breakfast sandwiches. It's a great place to go to meet with friends, studying, or working on a project. They also have a good amount of seating inside, but it does fill up quickly! They do have WiFi (and outlets) and one single bathroom. Given we have been coming here for years, it is a must whenever you're in the Arden area!

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18 Grams Coffee Roasters - Ran out of coffee beanss! Coffee before work!

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1.5 mi•Curtis Park, Newton Booth
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Get close and listen up... Best. Coffee. in. Sacramento…read more Our favorite drink is the iced shaken espresso, which is made with oat milk and only slightly sweetened. You can still taste the espresso bitterness that's perfectly balanced with the oat milk and a hint of sweetness that leaves me thinking about when can i come back and get another cup of it. The owner is extremely nice and has made every experience coming here an absolute joy. Can't wait to see what they do with their new Natomas location opening soon! Until then, I'd say you should DEFINITELY make the drive out to grab a cup of coffee (and maybe a Turkish delight or two). You won't regret it.

Qisa Coffee has some really unique and delicious options, and there are definitely a few things…read morehere that keep me coming back. The cheesy layered pastry is the standout for me, it's so good that I'd honestly come back just for that! The one thing I wasn't a fan of was the traditional chai. I really wanted to love it, but I think the house chai recipe could use some reworking. A little more depth and balance in the spices would make a big difference. Currently it's more of a driver stand flavored chai rather than a traditional chai served Pakistani style. Overall, there's a lot to enjoy at Qisa, and I'm excited to see what they bring to their new Natomas location. I'll definitely be back for that cheesy pastry!

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Now that I am frequenting the office more, it provides me with an opportunity to discover "new to…read moreme" coffee shops in the downtown area. Looking forward to catching up with a friend, I found it ironic that she suggested Chloe Ca Phe & Roastery - considering that it was at the top of my Yelp bookmarks. Upon entering the establishment, I was greeted by a beautiful purple right-hand drive Nissan Skyline! I honestly don't know if this happened by chance or if my friend chose this particular coffee shop due to my love for cars. After I was done gawking at the Skyline, I approached the front counter where a friendly employee greeted me ready to take my order. Since the fall season was near (its already fall at the time that I'm drafting this review), I decided to go with the Sea Salt Latte - which was an option on the fall menu. Less than five minutes later our orders were ready. I found it very personable that the employee made pleasant eye contact and said "enjoy your coffee Raheem" as he handed it to me. While I sipped on my delicious latte and caught up with my friend, the nostalgic sounds of 90's and early 2000's R&B played in the background. Chloe Ca Phe & Roastery is my jam...I look forward to making a return visit in the very near future!

I don't know if Chloe recently changed their matcha or recipe for their coconut cloud matcha, but…read moretoday it tasted off :( I was quite disappointed since this was a drink I've recommended to numerous people and have ordered quite a few times. This time, it just tasted like a green coconut water when previously there was a beautiful balance between the matcha and coconut flavoring creating a refreshing caffeine hit. Unfortunately at ~$8 a cup I don't think I can risk another bad one.

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Chloé Cà Phê & Roastery - Pho Americano

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Chloé Cà Phê & Roastery - Iced Shaken Latte

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4.2(304 reviews)
4.4 mi•Natomas
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Tomo Tea House is my kids absolute favorite boba spot! They love coming here for the boba, but the…read moremochi donuts and Dubai strawberries are also a huge hit in our family. It's become our go-to place for a special reward treat when the kids are doing especially well in school and excelling academically. Nothing motivates them quite like knowing a Tomo treat might be waiting for them! Everything feels like such a fun little treat, and it's become a place we genuinely enjoy coming to as a family. Definitely a favorite in our household!

Bang average, with prices that suggest they're serving gold leaf…read more TOMO Tea House is one of those places where the presentation is doing considerably more heavy lifting than the food. The chilli wonton soup was genuinely good, probably the standout for me. I'd happily go back for that. The cinnamon rolls were alright. I tried the Biscoff Crunch, Dubai Pistachio with Strawberry, Cookies & Cream, and Banana Pudding flavours. They looked the part and were decent enough, but nothing that had me thinking, "Bloody hell, I need another one of these." The waffles, unfortunately, were a different story. They weren't cooked properly through the middle, chewy and gooey rather than crisp on the outside and fluffy inside. The Biscoff flavour was also barely noticeable. The drinks are very much geared towards the social-media crowd: lots of milk, lots of toppings, lots of visual appeal. If you enjoy taking a photo of your drink before taking a sip, you'll probably have a field day. And then there's the price. For what you're actually getting, it feels rather steep. The food is, at best, mediocre in several areas, yet the prices seem to suggest these ingredients were mined personally by King Charles. Ironically, I actually would have gone back for the chilli wontons, banana pudding and Biscoff pudding. But the experience around their influencer/collaboration side left a rather sour taste. If you're a collaborator or influencer, BE WARNED! No real communication or courtesy message. Perhaps I'm old-fashioned, but if you're going to deal with people, a simple response goes a long way. But then again, they perhaps cherry-pick whom to interact with based on their social media activity. And finally, watching someone at the counter struggle with some basic maths while taking an order was certainly an experience. I'm all for supporting people, but perhaps the calculator deserves a little more screen time than the Instagram account. Overall: some genuinely good items buried underneath a lot of hype, presentation and rather ambitious pricing. I'd happily return for a couple of the things I enjoyed, but I wouldn't be rushing back for the overall experience. Food: 3/10 Value: 2/10 Presentation: 8/10 Social-media appeal: 10/10 Would I return? For the chilli wontons and a couple of puddings, yes. For the rest... probably not.

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TOMO Tea House - Only use ceremonial matcha from Japan

Only use ceremonial matcha from Japan

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Dubai Chocolate covered strawberries.. must try!!!! Yum

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