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    Big Wave Coffeehouse

    4.2 (259 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    BIG WAVE COFFEEHOUSE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Good for working
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Iced white mocha (middle)  Iced white mocha with raspberry soft top (left) Cold brew with vanilla & salted caramel (right)

    The atmosphere, the people, the culture & the coffee are ALL 10/10! I couldn't recommend this place any higher! I buy their ground espresso for at home and also treat myself to their coffee on the weekends. I'm so grateful to have Big wave in our area!!

    Rita K.

    We came here before we headed home to the bay one morning, believe it was the day after 4th of July. I decided to get one of their coffee smoothies that is similar to starbuck's javachip. When I paid I was shocked to see it being close to $10. I also ordered a hot coffee, forgot which one, for my husband which had less sugar (forgot what alternative we used but it wasn't full sugar/cream). The drinks came out fairly quickly. To be honest, the coffee smoothie was OK. It tasted really sweet and didn't have much of a coffee taste. I was surprised it cost quite a bit for something that didn't really taste to my liking. Personal preference. The workers were friendly and parkin was ample. My husband thought his coffee tasted a little funny with the less sugar. Enough caffeine for us to get through the drive home to the bay!

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    Neena V.

    Friend & I decided to go shopping in Folsom this morning but needed some caffeine, did a quick search and found this gem of a coffee house! There's plenty of parking outside which is always a plus for me and the inside was beautifully decorated. I am so glad we came here because our drinks were delicious and the service was not only fast but also super friendly. I wish I got the name of the girl who took our order because she was super nice and helped us pick out our drinks! My friend got the Tropicali soda which she loved and I got a cold brew coffee with brown sugar mixed in and a hazelnut soft foam. Literally the best drink I ever had! Will definitely return when I'm in the area - 5/5!

    Rachel K.

    I've stopped into Big Wave Coffeehouse many times now and I've been trying to order something new every time. There's plenty of parking available in the lot and they have a few outdoor seats as well as very comfortable and welcoming indoor seating. I've enjoyed their coffee drinks as well as the sodas and I love adding the cream on top of the sodas. If you don't know what to order the staff members can let you know about some favorites or some new combinations they've been working on. They're working on expanding their food options and I'll keep stopping in to see what's new. Check their Instagram for special events and activities as well. They often bring other businesses in for activities and cultural highlights which is really cool.

    Something lava soda... daughter loved it.

    4.4 stars. Fun place! Soda, matcha and Hawaiian Bagel and cream cheese were all yummy. Will go again if in the area.

    08.05.23 Strawberry Smoothie
    May A.

    Refreshing beverages served with Aloha [Folsom CA] Came back a second time on a Saturday afternoon. This time the coffeehouse was full, unlike during our first visit at the Yelp event. It was a triple digit weekend so I ordered something refreshing and got a strawberry smoothie with whipped cream. I sat out in their outdoor seating, nice and shaded and currently enjoying the 85° weather with a slight breeze. Service was fast and friendly, just like how it was at my first experience from the wife owner during our Yelp event. Cute interior with hints of tropical decor. The long table is perfect for a group while they also have two-seater tables and a comfy sofa-seating on one corner. The wall mural with a huge wave is perfect for iG photos. Big Wave Coffeehouse is located in the Willow Creek Plaza in Folsom, close to the Folsom Outlets and proximity to many businesses. Parking is plentiful. Review #3088

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    Belinda C.

    I loved my Mocha Java Rush with oat milk. The XL is truly extra large. Next time, I think I would order just a Medium. I also loved my $6 English Muffin Sandwich with Bacon. You could also choose Sausage, instead of Bacon. This is a super yummy sandwich for breakfast. No ketchup, but you can choose from 4 Creason hot sauces: Datil, Cayenne, Jalapeno, and Habanero. The Jalapeno hot sauce was tasty. Hot sauces are available for purchase for $10. This supports the Donovan Creason Memorial, which raises money for local Sacramento children's charities: http://www.creasonmemorial.org/ I chatted with the lovely owner, Mindy. The coffeehouse's theme is Hawaiian because her husband is from Hawaii. They visit Hawaii annually to see family. She recently returned from Kauai, hand packing a few bags of premium 100% Kauai Peaberry coffee to sell to her customers requesting it. She says she's not even making a profit from it. How very sweet and thoughtful of her! A peaberry is a smaller bean than a typical coffee bean. At the end of the day, she let me have a taste of it...so smooth! I also learned that for a coffee to be labeled Kona coffee, it only has to contain a minimum of 10% Kona coffee beans. Mindy is from the state of Washington. Her goal is to create a coffeehouse similar to those found in Washington, which offer ambiance, food, and a huge drink menu, including energy drinks and drinks other than coffee. I like the Hawaiian decor and chill vibe of Big Wave Coffeehouse. Hawaiian music playing in the background. Free wi-fi. Big Wave Coffeehouse is conveniently located near the Folsom Premium Outlets. You can pre-order online. Open every day from 6 AM to 4 PM.

    Mel J.

    I went in around 9:30 am in the morning and was served immediately. The service was friendly & fast. The cafe looks cozy & I can see myself do some work there. However, when I tried to connect to their free wifi, it just won't let me (despite entering the correct password provided). - Iced Tuxedo: good coffee. It had a good balance of coffee and white chocolate. It wasn't too sweet and I could still tasted the espresso. - Strawberry guava turnover: just ok. The filling was not too sweet but the pastry was a bit soggy & not flakey

    Such a refreshing drink
    Leslie R.

    This is far from your standard Starbucks coffee shop! Whenever I'm in Folsom, I'll be sure to stop by. It's located across from Mel's Diner and has plenty of parking. Some parking spots offer plenty of shade. I was lucky to find a spot right up front. I noticed lots of Hawaiian inspired decor. They even have a Hawaiian word of the day! The workers were friendly and helpful here! There's plenty of coffee, sodas, red-bull infused drinks; along with desserts and small bites to choose from. I tried what I believe was a strawberry coconut drink. This was recommended from a worker and it was just what I needed. I noticed some games like tic-tac-toe and connect 4 on tables. They even had newspapers! If you needed to get some work done, there are plenty of seats and wifi to help with that. This was exactly what I needed on a hot summer day and I'll be sure to come back and experiment with the menu!!

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    Kristina M.

    This coffeehouse is a whole Big Wave vibe! I love how big this place is. It's eye catching how tall it is and every time I drive on Blue Ravine Rd, I've seen it and wanted to try it. I saw this coffee shop on Good Day Sacramento when Julissa Ortiz went to visit and support this great business. I love the transformation from Cooper Coffeehouse to Big Wave Coffeehouse. I want to go back to try breakfast sandwiches and Ono drinks. When I did go, I tried the iced matcha which was very sweet so if you like sweet and matcha, you'll love this! I also had a guava strawberry pastry and I highly recommend this. I love how the barista informed me ahead of time of the matcha being sweet. These baristas know exactly what they are doing and I appreciate them informing customers of their products! Parking is very easy as there is a parking lot right outside the shop. They offer inside and outdoor seating which is nice. I also LOVE the decor and artwork inside. This vibe makes me feel like I'm in Hawaii and we can all use more aloha in Sactown.

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    Staff were kind and helpful! The place was a vibe! They had board games to play, and the drinks were great!

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    Great coffee and matcha! Sooo many flavors and a few pastry options. Great for studying too!

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    Ask the Community - Big Wave Coffeehouse

    Do you have gluten free food options?

    We have a couple options. An egg scramble with sausage or bacon. Protein pucks make a good to-go option that are gluten free and vegan. We also have rice krispy treats and butter mochi.

    How is working from here, more specifically, how is the wifi speed?

    Hi there! We are actually currently looking at switching to a different company who offers faster Wi-Fi. Currently the one we have is OK, but in all honesty, it’s not fabulous. So hopefully in the next few weeks I can say we have fantastic Wi-Fi for… Read more

    Does this location have a couch or lounger chairs?

    Yes! Two pairs of lounger chairs, next to a decently stocked bookshelf and newspapers ☺️

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    I ordered online for the first time for early morning pick up on a sunday. Walked in to an inviting…read moreatmosphere (other than customer asleep at his table! Rough night maybe? )Anyway cases were filled with great looking bagels. My order was in a bag right next to the cashier saw my mocha with my name on it. The employee smiled at me as I pointed to the order and said "that's me" she smiled again and I then asked if I could purchase another bagel and coffee since my husband deserved breakfast too lol. She said "sure" asked me if I would like the bagel sliced and or toasted? I said no . She asked if I would like a drink carrier? And offered help with bag of bagels and drinks . I also noticed when i paid for single bagel and coffee she gave me a "senior discount" which I thanked her for and she acknowledged me. I am at the age where It is no secret I am a senior and I appreciated the discount. She thanked me and wished me a nice day. The bagels were delicious a little crunch on the outside but soft on the inside. Cinnamon raisin was a hit with my husband and I enjoyed my onion bagel with the onion chive smear. It was creamy and tasty add my mocha and I was a happy camper. I just signed up online for their rewards program wish I had done it with this purchase as I would have received free bagel and smear. Oh well next visit. Oh and Great coffee and different choices Near front of shop. This was a home run visit and I will be back

    Was truly hoping for a toasted onion bagel although was surprised by the quality of bake that was…read moreserved today. How could this be toasted again after being sliced? With the inflation of prices on products, the expectation of quality is more desired. I now see why there is such a low rating on this restaurant and hope management looks to intervene. I will not be back. Not to mention the hair in the case--presentation matters.

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    3.0
    (282 reviews)
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    Looking for a place to have a casual bite to eat and leisurely sit a spell and not be bothered…read more Panera Bread in the Palladio shopping center in Folsom is the place for you. Order a full meal or just a beverage, and hunker down for the day if you wish. They even have free WIFi. The menu has soups, salads, sandwiches (hot and cold), bagels, cookies, pastries, and coffee drinkszThis location prefers customers to order from the kiosk. There is usually no staff at the register to take orders. But at times, I do ask the staff to take my order because the in house discounts aren't listed on the kiosk options. The last time I dined here, they had a posted offer of a free pastry with a purchase of a combo meal. The staff that helped me order at the register was unfamiliar with the register functions. I suppose that happens when cashiering is no longer a major job task. But she didn't know which pastries were included in the offer or how to enter the offer. Eventually she triumphed. I bemoaned Panera's retirement of their Napa almond chicken salad sandwich, turkey chili, and steak and white cheddar sandwich from their menu. But they still have the Greek salad; it's fantastic. The Harvest Medley Chicken salad is a new favorite of mine. Fresh tasting and looking ingredients having the crunch factor. Plus I'm luvin their iced tea options. The papaya iced tea, pomegranate hibiscus, regular iced tea, and agave lemonade are delicious and better yet... no HFCS. Great option versus the HFCS fountain drinks. Both the sodas and teas are self serve, free refills for dine in folks. Panera's is in the Palladio shopping center. To get to the shop is bit unconventional. There is a multi-story parking garage right next to the Panera's. That's the closest parking option. They have two entries into the shop. One is from the parking garage area and the other is at the opposite end from the shopping plaza walkway. The ordering counter is closest to the parking garage.

    Panera bread has always been one of my favorite spots to get my sandwiches and the location at the…read morePalladio never disappoints. Today I got the barbecue chicken sandwich when you talk about a savory barbecue sauce this it's the spot. The staff is very friendly and the restaurant is very clean and that includes the restroom, which is definitely a plus. I highly recommend this Panera bread, location, and as an added bonus for my wheelchair users. there are plenty of accessible tables and accessibility for us. Thanks again Panera bread

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