The food, service and ambience are on point. As for Mr. Peter who prepares the food offerings, I will echo the words of MLK : "If a man is called to make a sandwich, he should make it even as a Michelangelo painted, or Beethoven composed music... No sandwich is insignificant. All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance." - Adapted from Martin Luther King Jr. Oh yeah... and coffee there is the BEST! read more

Cafe Aroma - Classic turkey on sourdough with side of potatoe salad and large black coffee. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

Picked up a bacon breakfast sandwich to share with my boyfriend and an iced Vietnamese coffee for me. Yum! The young lady was super nice. Looked like regulars in a cozy spot enjoying a great place! read more

Cafe Aroma - Half a bacon, egg breakfast sandwich and an iced Vietnamese coffee. Yum. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

Correct me if i'm wrong, but I believe this is the only place in Tracy, Lathrop, and Manteca that sells lox bagels. Not only that, but they passed my teenagers taste test This shop has everything - boba tea, bagels, breakfast sandwiches and coffee. read more

Cafe Aroma - mango boba smoothie for the little one - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

Imagine my SHOCK when we found this spot when we were on our way back home from Oregon. From the outside, it doesn't look like much. Just a normal, family run cafe with cozy vibes. BUT you walk in and they have the most extensive menu you've ever seen! We came in looking for breakfast, thinking we'd be settling for some breakfast sandwich or burrito but they had Vietnamese food! Available at breakfast time! While I love a good eggs Benedict, nothing beats Asian comfort food for me. Service is super friendly and they were very patient as we kept changing our minds as we were conflicted on what we could eat during our limited time here. The spicy shrimp was soooo tasty. I do wish that the eggs were runny or something but that's in a perfect world. The vermicelli bowl was always very tasty and refreshing. Will be back if I'm ever passing through again! read more

Cafe Aroma - Spicy shrimp - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

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Everytime I visit Manteca I always come here for a banh mi. Nice lil mom and pop shop and the owners/staff are always friendly and attentive. My family and I always order the special banh mi and it's a 10/10 always. The sandwich itself is thick and filling it usually last my family two meals but i be finishing it like a snack. They have other items on their menu other than banh mi, such as sandwiches, paninis, rice bowls, drinks, and smoothies. They have indoor and outdoor seating as well. Yall slide thru over here don't be missing out!! read more

Cafe Aroma - Special banh mi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

Love supporting family business. We came across this spot by Yelp. Cute little spot in the corner of a plaza . Lots of parking and it wasn't busy when we came in around lunch time. They have some out door seating which was nice since the weather was super nice. The cashier was friendly and also really helpful as she mentioned my latte had no coffee in it. She mentioned she can add a shot if I liked. We ordered the iced ube Vietnamese coffee too. They had a variety of sandwiches and bahn mi sandwiches. Both sandwiches were really tasty and delicious. The staff were really friendly and personable. I will definitely come here with the family. read more

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Friendly Cambodian family run business. Small cafe with In door / outdoor seating option . No waitstaff, order food at the counter . Definitely a great place for breakfast, brunch and lunch . Serves American style sandwiches, salads , bagels , mixed tea & fruit beverages . Variety of Cambodian Nom Pang / Vietnamese Banh Mi sandwiches. nostalgia moments bring me back to my childhood , their Khmer rice plate with eggs, Chinese sausage and spam. many Asian kids after school snacks . My two youngest mentioned the Chinese sausage were hard, it was a challenge to penetrate with their plastic fork . Cambodian Nom Pang / Vietnamese Bahn mi ( sandwiches) with sour pickled daikon/ carrots , love it add so much flavor when combined with the fried eggs and American style sausage patties and the toasted crunchy bread. My vermicelli chicken bowl needs improvement , the noodles were a tad too al dente not as soft , the chicken were more bland in taste . I appreciate the the abundance of vegetables, the sweet / sour fish sauce dip really compliments the flavor My two eldest were impressed with their hot toasted sandwiches . They mentioned "this is really good ". Needless to say the next day , they asked to stop by again before our drive back home . Sadly the business is closed on Sunday. read more

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This place has been saved on my list of places for quite a while lol since I'm in the area I wanted to come by and get a quick bite, and I'm so glad i did. Me and hubby came in and didn't have trouble finding it. The place is pretty small but really cute decor and a few tables for sitting inside and outside. I was greeted as I walked in there is a handful of sandwiches on the menu and drinks. The food was amazing very flavorful with each bite there was a crunch as well definitely want to come back for another one lol. Everything was a hit. read more

Cafe Aroma - Pork belly with Thai Iced Tea blended and green tea Thai tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

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I love this place so much, they deserve more recognition for their delicious banh mis and extremely friendly staff! I highly recommend their thai tea, blended -- you won't regret it. It's so creamy and the thai tea flavor is so prominent and delicious. I get it so much that the staff remembers my order! This has been my favorite place to get banh mi and sandwiches. read more

Cafe Aroma - Thai Iced Tea, Vietnamese Iced Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

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My family and I bought Banh Mi and a few items To-Go. It was out first time visiting and they are surprisingly great! Food tastes fresh. The Banh Mi was exceptional. Price wise it was not expensive. The owners was provided excellent service! The ambience was warm and homey feel. Definitely recommend this place if you are in the Manteca area. read more

Cafe Aroma - Cafe front store - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

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Can never go wrong. Just wanted to add an updated photo to my favorite cafes gallery!! read more

Cafe Aroma - Bacon Breakfast Sandwich and a Thai Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

We love this place. It's one of those we don't think of often, but if we're on that side of town and decide to eat out it's on our radar. It's a pretty small place and there's not a ton of seating, but the food is worth it. You order up at the counter and service is very friendly. We usually order bahn mi and get chicken teriyaki for our 5 year old. It ends up being plenty of food! read more

Cafe Aroma - Teriyaki chicken - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

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Best Banh Mi sandwiches in town. Fresh and flavorful ingredients. Service team is very friendly. I usually order for pickup but the cafe does offer indoor and outdoor seating. The cafe seems to be a neighborhood staple, they know a lot of their customers, making it a very welcoming atmosphere. read more

Cafe Aroma - Chinese BBQ Pork Banh Mi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

I got a Venus sandwich and iced Vietnamese coffee! Both very delicious and filling. The service was soo friendly and I could tell it was a family business. It's a nice lit place inside but not many seats. I highly recommend it. read more

Cafe Aroma - Vietnamese Iced Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

Breakfast sausage banh mi. So good. Such great Vietnamese coffee too. But best of all is the staff that really believes in their product and were so helpful. read more

Coffee is terrible. Restaurant is not very clean. Food was ok. The staff is very nice. Location is good.

This is a small joint in Manteca...but small means nothing! My work crew and I have ordered many times from Cafe Aroma...I've always did the ordering and sent the staff for pick up we usually order about 15-20 items not including drinks. This last time I went to do the pick up and I was so surprised how small the restaurant was..with only a few workers! Dang..the service everytime I call is mint! They will label everybody's order for me and get it right each time! The sandwiches salads and drinks are always fresh and never stale from sitting or even skimped on with the fixings..this place never disappoints! Order from here but give them time if you got a big house order they are small and handling business! Thank you again Cafe Aroma for making our order 100% correct! read more

Just tried Café Aroma and it did not disappoint! I got the BBQ chicken banh mi -- the chicken was perfectly moist, packed with fresh ingredients, and the bread was soooo soft (exactly how a banh mi should be ). I also grabbed a milk tea, and my daughter tried the taro with boba -- both were delicious and hit the spot. Service was friendly and quick, and the whole experience felt easy and welcoming. All around great food and vibes. We'll definitely be back! read more

Bomb ass vietnamese sandwich. One of my go-to in the valley. Combo and grilled pork is the best. Good size, decent amount of meat, fresh bread. Definitely coming back read more

My goodness words can't describe how good this place was. The food was amazing, it was fresh and tasty. The service was extremely warming, it was beyond terrific. Small shop but the vibe in there was very welcoming and friendly,definitely worth giving this place a try read more

Great food and great service! You can tell this is a family-owned restaurant that really cares about their customers. The restaurant was very clean, welcoming, and family friendly. Everyone was attentive and made us feel comfortable from the moment we walked in. Too bad they're over an hour away from where I live. read more

Small local business, heart felt service and always a welcoming feel good service of a small local family business. read more

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This place should be packed everyday , it's a small family run business with small dining area , decorated cute with a great menu on the wall to see before you order. They also love my favorite team so go and check them out . I've lived here since 2018 and this is by far THE BEST place for Vietnamese iced coffee in Manteca . The Food is also amazing and always fresh ! Let's not forget the Customer service is top tier , always friendly even if it's slow or busy . If you haven't tried this place then your missing out on one of THE BEST places in Manteca and there isn't many . Once you try this place you'll be back . I'm gonna miss this place but when I come back through here this is where I will be eating and getting my coffee fix for sure ! Go check them out ! read more

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Love this place. The bahn mi sandwiches are the bomb. Great teas and other drinks also. Employees are always friendly...I believe most are the family that own the place. The cafe is small...only a few tables but the food makes it all worth it! Stop in and grab a sandwich and a drink, you won't regret it!! read more

Cafe Aroma - Pork belly bahn mi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

Came here again to get their delicious bbq chicken banh mi and pork belly banh mi. Can't get enough of their sandwiches. Service is friendly and the place cozy. Definitely recommend this place. Try it out if you're around the area. read more

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Really amazing Vietnamese sandwiches! I was so happy to find this place because the food here is served fresh and made in house. Staff and service is great and the price here is great for the quality you are getting. Highly recommend it to anyone craving good food at affordable price! read more

Does Cafe Aroma have the best Banh Mi in Manteca? I would have to say yes. This small family business serves some of the best sandwiches in the area. The service here is also so friendly and welcoming. I can see why this spot is so popular. It gives a cozy and homey feel. They also hang their kid's drawings on the wall which is really adorable also. When it comes to the food, it comes out quick and the quality as well as the quantity is top tier. I ordered the House Combo Banh Mi ($8) and Medium Iced Chai Tea Latte ($4.50). For the Banh Mi, they use really good bread and is crispy on the outside with each bite while being soft and fluffy inside. I loved it and they were super generous with the filling especially the veggies. There was plenty of pickled carrots and radish with cilantro and Jalapeños. The Chai Tea Latte being called Chai tea is funny because it reminds me of Pavitr Prabhakar from Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse being triggered because it's like saying tea tea! Anyways, this was a solid chai latte. It was a little too sweet for my liking, but the staff is friendly and offers to make any adjustments if needed. You mainly come here for the sandwiches which is their specialty and I have to try more of their options especially the breakfast sandwiches which I hear good things about. This will definitely continue to be one of my go-to cafes in the Central Valley. read more

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The food was delicious !! The staff was so friendly and helpful when we were deciding what to order. It's such a cute place to stop in for breakfast or lunch & we will be coming back often. read more

Cafe Aroma - Banh Mi, pork belly - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

This is as very small coffee shop. They serve sandwiches and bagels too! I ordered a black coffee and it was very strong and delicious, and I was surprised and delighted by the smoothness of the flavor. Although the gentleman who served us was very flat and seemingly uninterested in his role at the coffee shop, the other CUSTOMERS were very, very friendly, which I was pleasantly taken aback by. They greeted us with hello's when we walked up to the door (they were all seated outside) and then they said goodbye when we left. They were a small diverse group who may have all known each other, but either way, the exchange was warm and friendly. They have some art on the walls, which is kinda cool to see...that they support local artists. read more

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The staff was really nice that we had a good conversation. The cold brew was very good. The taro slush was ok for me. The hot tort was very delicious. It's small but just perfect and will definitely come again read more

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A home grown cute little place that makes their food and drinks fresh and ready What really got me is the kindess, you can tell the owner and his family really care about their customers and the food they make. Most places now it almost feels like you are burdening the worker by buying their food. I was greeted when i came in, thanked for being a patron, and made sure to be greeted as I got my food and left. The sandwich was good especially if you like your bread a little softer as my husband does. I did not get to try their drinks but I will be back! read more

Cafe Aroma - Banh mi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

Great food and drinks . Nice owners Great breakfast and lunch option , different coffees and teas . Prices are good . read more

Always amazing!! The staff and food always the best hands down! Always fresh as well. read more

Cafe Aroma - BLT w/Avocado - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

First of all, they were super friendly. They loved and doted on my 8 month old son. There were three people working - I think a family. The girl who took my order was super nice and answered questions I had about the menu. The guy who made my sandwiches offered me a bag specifically with handles because he saw my hands were full with my baby and other mom stuff. There was another lady who couldn't get enough of my kid. She was so genuinely sweet and asked us to come back. The breakfast sandwiches were also delicious! I got a bacon egg and cheese and then a bagel with cream cheese, avocado, tomato, and bacon. Super fresh and super good. They also have a bunch of coffee drinks to choose from. I chose a Vietnamese iced coffee and it was good! The ambiance is super cute with lots of little trinkets and fun decorations. Definitely will be going back. read more

First time trying this place and will definitely come back! Everything we ordered was really good. Fresh ingredients and tasty! Excellent service was a plus. read more

My wife and I visited Cafe Aroma in July 2024. She had never been before, and I had visited 3-4 times prior to this experience. I understand they are now under new ownership. It's a quaint little place that a little difficult to find if you don't already know where it is. That being said, it's decorated with some art and very cute inside. It was a very hot day and it was noticeably a bit hot inside. Air conditioning would have been nice, but they did have fans on at least. Now on to the food. I ordered Pete's Panini. It comes with Ham, Pete's sauce, jalapeño, onion, bacon, and pepper jack cheese. It was very good and filling. Also came with a choice of side between mac salad, potato salad and a couple others. I let my wife choose and she chose the potato salad. She mentioned it was really good. For her meal, she ordered the tuna salad sandwich. It had fresh tomato slices, lettuce, and dill in the tuna and she mentioned it was very good! All in all, it was a wonderful experience. Cafe Aroma is a wonderful spot in Manteca and you should try it soon. Also, they have some of the best Bahn Mi sandwiches in town! read more

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I forgot to take a picture of the food and im so sad I didn't take a picture of the masterpiece of a sandwich that was handed to me. The food was amazing! I got a Pork Belly and kimchi Banh Mi and my fiancée got a breakfast sandwich. The presentation was gorgeous and the flavor matched how gorgeous it looked. The perfect blend of flavors in my pork belly banh mi were explosive and fresh beautifully handcrafted. The the breakfast sandwich had a pleasant pesto surprise that complimented the entirety of the sandwich. I also got a Vietnamese coffee and I dont get them often but this one has been the best one I've had in awhile! Well blended and made perfect and my fiancée had an almond and banana drink that was flavorful and sweet. The ambience is peaceful, home feel, Cambodian and western feel making it a comfortable and enjoyable experience! Also i loved the music choice that day with oldies fitting the vibe of the shop very well! Customer service was great served with a smile and respectful! Overall I absolutely loved this place, heavily recommended coming here for a quick bite to eat or to chill and hang out at! 10/10 will come again!! read more

Cute cafe located in the save mart/goodwill shopping center. Great service and family operated. The nice young ladies offered input and suggestions which o really appreciated since it was my first time going there. I went with a pistachio latte with add decaf shot. It was ammmazzzinnnggggg! They have a variety of items on their menu, so I can't wait to come back with my kids to try their sandwiches, banh mi, rice plates, and more drinks! read more

Cafe Aroma - Pistachio latte. So goooddd! Add a shot of espresso! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Manteca, California

What a great spot! I'm always looking for a good sandwich spot and seems I've found it! They have so many great choices of different types of sandwiches (including banh mi) as well as a great drink menu! I stopped by for lunch and while the place was busy, I was able to walk right up and order without a line. They were very courteous and welcoming. I placed my order and it was delivered to my table within 5 minutes. Here's what I tried this time: Chinese BBQ pork Banh Mi Iced Matcha Latte The bread was perfectly toasted, crispy and soft at the same time. The sandwich had the perfect amount of goodies inside and the flavors were delish! They have seating both indoor and outdoor however many tables were only for 2 people with a few that have 3-4 possible. Parking was easy as they are in a shopping center. This was a great family owned spot that I'll definitely be stopping back by to try more of their specialties! read more

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I will keep this short. If you want some great bahn mi go to this place. They also have other sandwiches and they also serve boba drinls. One of my favorite to order is the sardine bahn mi and the pork floss combo bahn mi. One of the best bahn mi places in the valley. Also service is great. read more