5.5 stars! I can't believe I've never been here before! Had to meet up with someone here and was so impressed with the selection of coffee drinks and food. I ordered my usual Americano and it was so good! Much better than my daily bucks.... Also, for those with children, I read that there is a playspace for them! Thankfully, now that I've been here, I will come again for a tasty coffee instead of a rushed put together one! read more

Bodi's was a life saver about five years ago when my toddler was running me ragged. Back then they had a nice play area in the back with a big comfy couch. I could grab a coffee and melt into the couch while the kiddo played with the train table. Nowadays, I come here for coffee dates with friends. They make a nice mocha. The service is ok -- nothing to write home about -- sometimes I wish they were a bit friendlier. My only major issue is it always seems to be so hot -- maybe I'm just turning into an old lady? Who knows? but the last few times it was so warm that I was practically sweating and ended up sitting outside -- and let's face it, sitting outside of a strip mall in Castro Valley facing a parking lot just isn't all that great. read more

While waiting for my bf to get out of his oral surgery, Castro Valley Smiles suggested getting a coffee at this place and oh boy! Their caramel macchiato is amazing!!! Best one I've had yet! The place is very welcoming and they are also very friendly! 5 stars! Will definitely be coming back soon! read more

This place is literally 5 minutes away from me (driving)...or I suppose I could tumble all the way down the hill, past some roadkill, over a few SUV's, through two intersections and a freeway onramp in my pj's at the crack of dawn given the cost of gas these days. Hmmm... During the weekdays, I can see why the majority of customers are elderly retired gentlemen...the place is staffed by nothing but cute young girls. It's a conspiracy, I'm sure. It makes me smile watching the old guys try to flirt with the baristas, but the girls are friendly and enthusiastic and don't seem to mind. I'm always greeted with a smile and they never get my order wrong, despite it sometimes coming out sounding like nomnomdopmochahhh (yes, I say that with a cantonese inflection). The espresso drinks used to be inconsistent at best (I think the shots went bad and the milk wasn't properly frothed), so I shied away from them for awhile in favor of a regular drip coffee wtih room. Now they seem to be much better--no matter who's making them--and worth a try. I don't go for any of the frou frou drinks so I can't comment on the frappes or snicker-oreo-twinkie-oompa-loompa-sugar-doodles but the other customers who order them seem to be in 7th heaven. Thank God there's a 24 Hr Fitness next door! Sometimes I just want to whisk those customers into the gym, but, alas, I blame Starbucks for the bastardization of coffee. This place is simply serving what the people want and doing it well. There's a nice complement of food items--from cakes, cookies and scones to go with your coffee or tea, to mixed fruit and other munchies to suit your craving. I really enjoy their breakfast bagels: you get your choice of bagel and 3 items from the list on the board. Always a great choice for breakfast or brunch. They also offer 4 different signature panini style sandwiches served with a mixed green salad. As others mentioned, there's a children's play area, 2 flat screen tv's (usually showing 2 different stations), and a fast (and reliable, imo) free wi-fi connection. The interior is modern and comfortable with ample parking in the lot in front and behind. And, I'm happy to report, the bathroom (there's only one) is always clean and fresh smelling...and that's important. Thanks to the friendly service, consistent espresso drinks, tasty nibbles, and welcoming atmosphere, I'm glad to have Bodi's as my neighborhood coffee spot. read more

Ordered a couple of regular coffees politely, then asked for a restroom and the older man working there replied "no." I walked towards the back and found out that there was a restroom and attempted to open it but it was locked. A gentleman sitting down on his laptop said I needed a key to open it so I asked the older man and said, "it's out of order." I then asked him why he said that there wasn't a restroom in the beginning. He just kept shaking his head and said "the restroom is out of order" without an apology or explanation as to why he told me they don't have a restroom. It was obvious he didn't want me to use the restroom from the beginning. First time in the vicinity and will never go back here again. Very shady and bad vibe. read more

they are located in the corner farthest away from pw market. there's abstract art on the walls, a widescreen at the end of the long walkway. and seats and tables adjoining the walls. very spacious, clean, and cozy. they sell mochas, expressos, smoothies, sandwiches, breakfast bagels, teas, etc. entree: house coffee (1.70. 1.90, 2.10) breakfast bagel (3.75) choice of 3 items, i choose mozzarrella, sliced tomato, roast beef. pros -coffee pretty drinkable without cream, tasted better with cream -bagel not bad, one slice cheese, one slice tomato and several slices of roast beef. -free internet access. -children's playarea cons -inquisitive mind(s) are working on this. read more

How come I waited THIS long to review Bodi's? A staple since the teenage years, and still going strong amongst the community. A wide variety of coffees, teas, specialty drinks, italian sodas and the like, and offers some food items and muffins. Has a nice magazine rack and comfortable seating. Even has an area in the back with two couches and a little play area for kids if you're a mom that wants to meet up with a friend...I think it has one tv for you to watch but the sound is off and if you're at a coffee shop you should be shooting the breeze not watchin the 'tube.... Free wifi for the laptop hounds, and a nice quiet place to study...too bad they're only open until 8. Keep this place open later, and I'm sure it'll be welcome! :) read more

Bad attitude. Cheap ass way of doing business. My bagel had such a thin layer of cream cheese, at first I thought maybe they ran out. The guy was grouchy that I bought a latte and a bagel (which by the way came out to almost $7, not exactly a steal) and paid by CC instead of cash. They also don't have napkins, you have to ask for it, then they give you ONE cheap cocktail sized napkin. read more

Fav spot before heading to work - white chocolate mocha and caramel macchiato are my fav! I would definitely choose coming here over any Starbucks in the world. Sometimes the wait may take long - it usually happens when only one person is working. The owner is awesome, very friendly and cares about his customers. The woman who usually works there is also very friendly and sweet. Love the tre sandwich! If you're expecting a subway-sized sandwich.. then go to subway. Quality and freshness is always guaranteed when I order my sandwich to-go =) read more

We needed a convenient stop off the highway on our drive from SF to Yosemite to grab a quick breakfast and some caffeinated fuel and Bodi's seemed to fit the bill. We arrived in a strip mall very close to the highway exit/entrance and popped in. The interior is basically identical to any local basic coffee shop. We ordered 2 egg sandwiches on bagels, a mocha for my GF and an iced coffee for me. The wait was a bit long (10-15 minutes) for the simple order we made. I'm pretty sure this was due to there only being one woman doing everything behind the counter including cooking the food. I do have to give them credit for using real eggs and not premade circles bit the food was mediocre. The bagels were overly bready and the sandwich didn't stand out in any way. The coffees both were fine but nothing I would come back for. It was a convenient location wise but turned out to be more of a time suck than was reasonable. read more

It seems like a typical food/coffee cafe of the East Bay. Among the items displayed here, I found Dentyne gum, Lay's chips, M&M's. This made me wonder if this is a legitimate cafe or a convenience store? To me, one of the most important elements of a good cafe experience is the (apart from high quality food or coffee) the ambiance. Clearly, the designers of Bodi's experience thought otherwise. Wifi was advertised to be free, but it didn't work, and the manager couldn't tell me how to make it work. Yet another knock on an enjoyable experience. read more

Their Lox sandwich was delicious. I want to return again tomorrow before I leave back to Florida. It was smoke salmon, red onion, tomatoes, and I think cream cheese on a toasted bagel. Their green chai tea was perfect too. Not too sweet or bland. I notice California's local tea shops make better chai teas here. It's too sweet at Paneras. Eh. Sweet service too. read more

Bodi's Java - Big plaza - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Castro Valley, California

It's ok as far as the coffee goes. I only ordered an ice mocha. It was quite small and more expensive than Starbucks. However the coffee was a lot stronger and was kind of bitter. I would go back to try different menus items read more

we first came to this place before quarantine and then they were closed for awhile shortly after quarantine and now they're open again! my boyfriend & i love this place, and it's not like Starbucks or Peet's where it's a hit or miss or the coffee is burnt and the drinks are just overly priced. each time we've gotten coffee it tastes so good. we are now ditching Starbucks & Peet's read more

I used to like this place, but the last two times, I left without drinking more than a couple sips of my coffee. Their coffee used to be inconsistent. Now, it's just consistently bad. Really, really acidic and foul-tasting, and the soy milk turns to tofu the second it hits the coffee, even when steamed. Their scones are good, and they make some nice sandwiches. But it's a coffeehouse, and their coffee sucks. read more

If I could give less I would. Negative 2 stars. The man was rude. His coffee tastes like Folgers. I'll never go there again. Igh!

This Husband and Wife operation is my go to mom and pop coffee shop. They offer WiFi, decent menu, and good coffee. If you see something on the menu and would like to change it up a bit, no problem, they are very accommodating. I like the chicken salad sandwich that is advertised on ciabatta bread but I get it on sourdough, oh so good! They keep the restrooms locked so you have to get they key from the desk but there is a homeless population nearby that will try to use their shop as their personal restroom and place to clean up. I see comments on here about the owners being rude and I wonder what the whole story is. I am a regular here and see their interactions with customers quite often. I've never witnessed them being rude to customers. read more

I went back yesterday before an appointment since I've had such positive experiences here in the past. Since it was hot out, I wanted something cold and opted for a "frost." A frost is like a frappuccino without the coffee. I had so much trouble choosing a flavor though! I was stuck between chocolate mint, chocolate peanut butter and pineapple coconut. I ended up choosing chocolate mint and it was so tasty. My mom picked up an iced carmel macchiato and it was so much better than starbucks. I'll go out of my way for coffee here. read more

Bodi's Java - gluten free items - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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I must say, the wifi in this cafe is stronger than the wifi I have at my house LOL. I have only been here once and I got an iced caramel macchiato with less sugar. It was above mediocre but not the best macchiato I had. I had to stir for a long time for the warm to mix with the ice. This place is definitely comparable to Starbucks though. Everything just depends on the barista. Thus, if you want to avoid Starbucks, definitely come here. There are plenty of seats and tables for you to sit at. In addition, there seems to be a good daily special deal for food. If only I didn't already eat food before coming here, I would have eaten here... read more

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I like Bodi's! My BFF and I stopped here on our way back to Hayward. It's a cute spot with tables up front, couches in the back and even some small chairs and Legos for little kids to play with. Free WiFi is always a plus. And the back door opens up to a view of the neighboring hills. Nice. As for the coffee itself, I will have to probably go back and try something different. I had the snickers mocha and it tasted like a regular mocha. It wasn't bad, just wasn't what I was expecting and it was kinda lukewarm too. Reviewers seem to like the White Storm Mocha or regular coffee, which they describe as really strong so I will try those when I come back for sure. read more

Still my favorite coffee house of all time. The oreo mocha frost is of course still my drink of choice. The only reason I'm updating this review is because I have noticed that the "kids area" is decreasing in its toy selection every time I go there. Are they getting ready to chuck it all? I really hope not! My 2 year old likes to play with the blocks, legos, etc. while I have 5-10 minutes of peace and quiet so I can enjoy my drink. Please, Bodi's.....don't get rid of the kids' stuff!!! read more

What I like the most about Brodi's is their free WIFI feature. I also like the location, which is next to my husband's office. I'd sometimes camp out with my laptop in this coffee shop. I like their cappuccino and their sandwiches -- I can't get enough of their turkey sandwich with sun-dried tomatoes! The staff are always smiling and very approachable; the place is clean, the people are friendly, the ambiance is relaxing and inviting, plus they have a small play area for kids, should you decide to bring your curious tots. read more

When your friend asks, "Peets or Starbucks" there is something wrong, MIX IT UP! This local long established coffee shop is amazing! Great coffee, drinks, and food. I never order the food here but the last time I was there a guy said , "MAN!, THAT SANDWICH YOU MADE ME YESTERDAY WAS AMAZING". I couldn't help but want to try that sandwich! It was one of those "I'll have what he's having" moments. I ordered some coffee and did a little studying here. It has decently fast and free WIFI. The coffee is great, good caffeine as I was working full speed ahead! Definitely worth checking out whether you are riding through (good motorcycle and bicycle roads near by) or driving through. read more

Very friendly and fast service this morning when I went in for a latte. The place had a good sized crowd already at 7:10 am. However, my caramel latte was nothing special and I unfortunately won't be returning. Will give their food a try if I am already in the neighborhood, but I will stick to Cafe Rumi for coffees. read more

I don't get to visit this spot as much as I used to but coming back to review this place reminds me to come back more often. For a good part of the year, even when it gets cold I still stick to cold drinks. One drink that the owner made for me when I first came was the Oreo Mocha Frosts (with espresso) I agree with a few of the reviews here saying that their flavors get lost in the sweetness of the drink, but I think it's taken well with small sips. They also have a decent cupcake latte which was alright in my opinion, but I tend to stick to my regular when I come here. Customer service is great, she knows me whenever I come in and also when I haven't visited in awhile. Oops! I'll be back soon. Their breakfast sandwiches are also a great compliment to your drink. I get my basic sausage, but with their choices, I like getting the egg & cream cheese along with my bagel sandwich. Really filling; I remember the last time I got this I was able to save half of it for later on in the day. Lots of lobby space if you plan on spending some time there to enjoy the free wifi. Lots of tables and also come couches toward the back, nice spot to study and chill. read more

A wifi cafe very close to 4 stars. This place looks a lot nicer in person, the Yelp pics don't do this place justice. Seating around 20-25, Bodi's also hosts a small children's area. There are several outdoor tables as well. The different forms of seating including an open booth with small tables, counter seating with high chairs, small table seating, and additional high chair table seating. I wouldn't recommend large groups as the seating is restricted to mainly 2-4 people. The interior carries along a subtle feeling. The coffee house achieves a soothing effect through its stone tiled flooring and earthy color scheme. The design is not ambitious, yet it feels comfortable and has a local vibe to it. Bodi's chalkboard menu is quite long. They have a bunch of drinks including some candy bar inspired ones. Food includes sandwiches, bagels, pound cakes, cookies, and additional baked goods. I ordered a medium mocha ($3.05 including tax). The drink comes in a white paper cup with a map illustrated cup holder. The drink was good and was topped with some nice white foam. I wouldn't particularly order this again, but there is nothing bad to say about it. The atmosphere can get get noisy as it seems to be contantly visited by regulars and locals. I often found myself unintentionally listening to loud conversations of middle-aged men about the most mundane of things, such as why coconut is not the best of flavors (not hating, just keep it down please). Blenders and customer chatter don't make this a great study area. Also, the seating isn't that comfortable for long periods due to the plastic seating with; however the booth is pretty soft. In terms of wifi connection, I was surprised to find that the wifi is blazingly fast. After an hour, my connection became increasingly unstable. At first certain web pages couldn't pop up, then it became nearly impossible to surf. Long-term laptop users beware, there happens to be only one electrical outlet with two inputs. This is located near the front end of the booth where most of the traffic is. Everything else being said, Bodi's is still a good place for casual conversations or quick snacks - I just won't go out of my way for its services. As of yet, they don't have a website up, but it's nice to know that they're working on one. read more

Customer service is good. The owner of this establishment really shows how much she values her customers. I've memorized a few of the faces of some of the local customers that visit regularly. The sandwiches are pretty tasty. There is also an interesting system of ordering a hot breakfast bagel. You get to mix/match 3 different items into one bagel. Bodi's also offers a variety of coffee flavors.. from a "Milky Way" latte to a "Cupcake" latte, along with your basic espresso and coffee drinks. My only gripe is that the espresso/coffee taste gets lost in all that sugar flavoring and milk. If you want a stronger cup of coffee, I suggest ordering an extra shot in your regular sized drink. read more

I'll actually want to give this place a 3.5 star rating. Bodi's is cute, in the PetCo plaza you see along 580. My boyfriend and I ordered there Grilled Sandwiches which were about $5.25* each. [The DUO] Ham, mozzarella cheese, sun dried tomatoes, pesto sauce on dutch crunch. [The TRE] same as the DUO but with sliced turkey and parmasian cheese. *As for the SERVING SIZES for these sandwiches, I wasn't too pleased. The quality of the sandwiches were great and tasteful, but the sizes were very disappointing. I'd suggest getting chips if you want to get full. Free WiFi, friendly service, I'll give Bodi's another try... read more

great coffee and bagels. husband wife owners are so sweet and kind. Highly recommend!

Meh. Bodi's is so-so, more of a neighborhood haunt than a destination cafe. They have some interesting drinks, like the Milky Way Mocha and the Snickers Mocha. The Mexican Mocha is pretty weak though; it's just a little cinnamon-flavored. I expected more spice. Bodi's is next to Pyzano's, the world-famous (seriously!) pizzaria, owned by Tony Gemignani (I think that is how you spell his name). He't the guy on the Food Network you see every so often doing pizza-throwing acrobatics. read more

This place is fantastic and the owners are very nice. The coffee is very good, the service is even better. The location is great and the price is nice. I'm looking forward to my next visit! read more

Bodi's is a very comfortable place and a great place to have a cup of coffee. Their frosts are to die for! Especially the Oreo Mocha Frost, my fave! Definitely a must to have over the summer. They even have free internet access, 2 TV's and even a Kid's play area in the back. Not your typical coffee shop, but it has a cozy environment. Their employees are very nice and friendly, and the service is pretty fast. Their breakfast bagels are great, especially the 'Tre' turkey sandwich, yum! And their Bodi's salad is very tasty. A definite try for newbies around the area. read more

A hidden gem... but they close early - womp womp. You've read what they have: free wi-fi, plenty of seating (I'll be sure to check out if they have ample power outlets to go along with the seating), a children's play area (though, I'm always skeptical about public children's play areas - are they sanitary?!), good coffee. I usually get the a soy chai latte.. and you get the choice of spiced or vanilla chai (there's another option, but I have yet to try it). They are a little on the pricier side, but that may come with the small cafe appeal. Now... if only they'd stay open later to accommodate for that late night caffeine craving. read more

I'm not the type of person that spends a lot of time in coffee houses, but now that I've been to Bodi's, I just may start... First off I was there to help the niece study for her biology final. Walked in, immediately got a seat in the back, near outlets (to plug in the computers). Sunday afternoon, around 1 pm.. full, but not crowded. After about 30-45 min, place cleared out. It was nice and quiet. Stayed for 3 hours! Got a mocha frapp type of drink. Sugar free, fat free.. very very good. Will get this again. Got the niece a pb cookie, tried a bite..it was good and soft too. Saw other people eating sandwiches, pastries, and it all looked great! I will be back again to use the free wi-fi (none at home!) and to get a nice cool drink. Staff was very nice too.. great place to work, grab a snack, etc. They also had a few couches in the back. Only downside.. the seats were a bit uncomfy..may be more comfortable for a smaller person. :-) read more

This place is awesome! The food is so fresh and tasty. Prices are very reasonable. The owners are always there and have the best customer service. This Coffee House is a hidden gem. read more

Bodi's is a frequent stop for us and we always feel welcome. The nice lady, Han Su, knows our coffee order and greets us pleasantly. I like the caramel macchiato (more than is good for me). There's a good variety of coffee drinks, breakfast and sandwiches. We love having Bodi's nearby! read more

Bodi's has a nice, comfortable atmosphere. The service was friendly and fast and the drinks have all been very good. Although I don't have children and there haven't been any when I have gone, I like the children's area in the back. It is a nice touch. Good for studying: Not really. They do have WiFi now. The only couches are in the back in the children's area so I sat my ass down in a chair. It was not so comfortable after a while. Maybe I just need to start bringing my own seat cushions to these places if I want to study. Plus, there are tons of regulars which is awesome, but not so cool when they're all yelling back and forth to each other and you're trying to read! I'll be back for drinks definitely, but no education for me here. read more

Super spaciously clean Castro Valley coffee shop. Definitely a Starbucks/Peete's alternative, not that there's anything wrong with the Berkeley/Seattle chains. Cappuccino tastes decent yet typical. They're also more than considerate to have a kiddie den at back. Unfortunately, Bodi's doesn't have WiFi. Their calm establishment is ideal for some quiet study time and webtime. There "may be" an open hotspot or two nearby, and I'll leave that to your judgement or conscience or what have you. read more

I see myself spending a fair amount of time here in the future, considering that I'm contemplating moving to CV. This place has GREAT sandwiches. The #3 was excellent. To Allison, it seems like they serve drinks in ceramic mugs. Umm, not much else to say. They have wifi, a TV, a decent amount of seating, etc. etc.... It looked like they may have a cozy couch in the back but I didn't venture back there on my lunch break. Edit 1/18: Went back with my boss on Friday. Ended up utilizing the couches in the back. Fruit smoothies were tasty but came from frozen packets of fruit and were too expensive. The sandwiches, especially the "TRE" are unbelievably good. I had a decaf mocha there the other day, and it was OK. read more

Pros: atmosphere, free wifi, good for kids, clean bathrooms, friendly staff, lots of different kinds of drinks, breakfast bagels, supports community events and businesses, decent prices for drinks Cons: almost every mocha, latte, cappuccino, and other mixed drink here is made with some sort of powder mix, the sandwiches are pretty expensive for what you get, and the biggest complaint of all, no DRINK STOPPERS for when you take drinks to go (like the ones at Starbucks)! It drives me crazy. I hate buying drinks in large quantities for other people because it spills all over my car. They give you a piece of scotch tape, but it really doesn't help. Please get drinks stoppers, and I will be much more likely to buy more drinks to go! read more