I've been to this cafe several times. It's always so delicious. The hostess was not super friendly but was profesional. The waiter on the other hand was very friendly. I preferred the avocado toast and a latte and my wife ordered a Jolie mix. The ambiance was great.. very busy for a rainy day. I will come here as often as I can when in the neighborhood. read more

We came here for brunch. It was a beautiful day and we were able to sit outside comfortably. We were sat right away and the server came up and asked what we would like to drink. We asked for a Matcha Latte and Iced Tea. About 5 minutes later she came back to the table and asked again what we wanted. And it took about 15 minutes for the drinks to get to our table. Following the drinks we ordered the Crab Cake Benedict and Monte Cristo. Both options tasted great. The only thing was that the potatoes that were paired with the Benedict tasted like they had been reheated. They were super dry and wilted. The others tasted fine. We told the server, but she was so frazzled so I guess it didn't matter. I liked this place, but honestly would probably not come back due to their lack of consistency and service. read more

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My friends and I came for brunch on Sunday at 11am and had no problem grabbing a table outside, the hostess was great and we didn't have to wait! However, we did have to wait 40 minutes for our server to come talk to us to put in our order. It was frustrating watching tables who got sat after us, order and get their food before we even were spoken to. As a former server, I have a hard time writing this because sometimes we do just get triple-sat or in the weeds so I do try to give other grace but it didn't look busy and there's no reason she couldn't have come by to say "I'm sorry I'm really busy, can I get your drink order?"or "I'm sorry I see you're ready, I'll be right with you." A little communication and acknowledgment goes a long way. When we eventually ordered and our food came out quickly which was nice. The beignets were so soft and fluffy - definitely recommend. I got the eggs benedict which were spectacular, the hollandaise sauce is really good! But my side of potatoes you could tell had just been sitting under the heat lamp getting over dried out and rock hard, inedible. They were awful and it was careless to have served that up on a plate instead of making new ones. Our server, Jubilee (?), never once checked on us after we got our food and we had to wave her down to get our check. We waited some more but she never came by to collect our payment so we had to walk to the register inside to check out. I had been here before and had excellent service before which is why I brought my friends back this weekend but was really disappointed with the inattentive service and our food. read more

Cafe Jolie - Eggs Benedict - these potatoes were rock hard - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alameda, California

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We walked in through the side door with my mom, so we stood there since she has difficulty walking. A woman, not sure but she appeared to be the supervisor or manager, asked us to walk over to the main entrance. There were no other customers waiting at the main entrance. She could have easily asked us to take a nearby table, but instead we walked over and waited to be seated. So I helped escort her to the main entrance. Overall, the service was nice. The food was good, and the coffee was good as well. Unfortunately, this will be my last time coming here. read more

Love their eggs Benedict for breakfast. Shared Ham and cheese for lunch plus a plate of beignets is always a good time! My first time for beignets that was such a treat! read more

I arrived around 8:30am on a Saturday so there was plenty of street parking (free before 9am), and I was seated right away. I ordered a large lavender latte (it's very heavy on the lavender syrup, and delicious). I also order The Huevos Rancheros (egg fried card and no sour cream). It was...okay. The corn tortillas are not fried, which is what I was expecting as I'm used to this dish with the crunch of fried tortilla (or tortilla chips). That really through me off, and while eating it, there wasn't much seasoning. Service was great as well. I do really like the energy of this restaurant, so I will come back and try their beignets, French toast and/or pancakes. read more

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I think it might be best to go earlier. My daughter and I came in the last hour of service. The onion soup I had was delicious but the club sandwich was dry. I will definitely go back; but for breakfast, not lunch. The service was excellent!!! read more

the unfortunate truth is that while this is definitely a cafe that requires patience , it is worth the wait. i've been here twice and loved my food and experience both times! don't miss out read more

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I came here for a Sunday brunch with my two beloved college friends and had a lovely time. There was very little wait to be seated, but the waitstaff were quite busy, which was understandable. Our personal server was incredibly friendly (small petite Asian woman, I apologize for not remembering your name!!) and such a pleasure to speak to. I ordered the croque monsieur with the potato salad - I didn't end up using the sauce because the cheese was heavy enough, but it was delightfully greasy and rich. The potato salad was light and balanced it out wonderfully. I also had a bite of my friend's omelette, which was super tasty. We also ordered the beignets - the dough was a wonderful texture, and the chocolate ganache on the side was an excellent addition. Overall, would love to come back and try their other dishes sometime!! As a side note, the wall art was adorable, except for this for some reason, terrifying painting of a child on a merry go round. read more

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Came here on a quiet Friday morning - and we really enjoyed our time here. We ordered huevos rancheros, the monte cristo and a half order of beignets (which is enough to share for 3 people). Food was fresh, and had delicious flavors! For all my coffee lovers - they have a bottomless $5 coffee and it was a nice touch. The ambience, environment and staff were all friendly, sweet and patient. Definitely our new go to brunch spot in Alameda! Can't believe we haven't gone here before. read more

Cafe Jolie - Huevos Rancheros, Beignets, Monte Cristo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alameda, California

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The food was ok. 1 star because one of their waiters charge my card twice for somebody's bill. Didn't even tell me she accidentally charge my card. I called them twice and spoke to the manager twice and was promised that their accounting person was supposed to call me and refund me and two days later I haven't heard anything. read more

Overview: The BEST Chai Latte I've had! Cute café on Bay Farm, and I have and definitley will continue to be coming back! ---- We came on a Saturday morning a little before 10:30am and were immediately seated. It was a clear, sunny day and while there is a canopy and umbrellas, our table was unfortunately inbetween umbrellas. Our table was completely in the sun and it got very hot, very fast. The seating is outdoors with canopies, umbrellas, and clear, plastic walls. It was a nice day, but beware, as it can get very hot especially if seated in the sun when the plastic walls magnify the heat. Our only complaints was that there was stuff in my boyfriend's water and he was given a dirty plate. Also tips are supposed to be calculated based on pre-tax totals but their suggested tip options were all calculated after taxes. Aside from those small points everything was great. Since my first time there, I have been back with my friends and our server recognized me haha. Service was great and so was the food, and of course so was the Chai Latte. We came on a Monday morning around 10:30am and there was no crowd at all. Breakfast hours: 8am - 2pm Lunch hours: 11am - 2pm ---- Chai Latte (Small) $5: - Great balance of sweetness and spice - Sweetness forward - Cinnamon on top can vary between a lot of cinnamon to a fairly light sprinkle (my friend and I both ordered one and hers had too much cinnamon for her and mine not enough to my tastes) - Sometimes it will come with a design on top, and the other time it was random placement - My first time there, they had a feather design with the perfect amount of cinnamon Salmon Lox Sandwich $19: - Side option is between country potatoes or salad - We opted for the country potatoes, which were perfectly crispy and had good flavor - There's also ketchup available on the table, which went well with the potatoes - 3 salmon open faced baguette pieces - Has smoked salmon, cream cheese, tomatoes, cucumber, pickled red onion, and capers - Came with one small slice of orange and half a strawberry, which was a nice addition, but left me wanting more fruit Crab Cake Benedict $21: - Comes with 2 english muffin halves, topped with crab cakes, poached egg, chipolte Mornay sauce, and parsley for garnish - Flavors was great, texture was a little bit mushy I'm assuming bc the type of crab meat they use - Even though country potatoes are listed as their side, they still ask you if you want that or a side salad which is nice - Also comes with the 2 small pieces of one slice of orange and one half of a strawberry ---- Donut Petit: - They are also connected with Donut Petit and it all looked sooo yummy - I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that they have their prices listed on their pastry case! - I can't wait to be back to try these out as well ---- Notes: - Large parking area with electric charging spots available - Located right next to a playground workout area - A short walk near the water if you'd like to take a stroll after eating - Come here on weekdays if you want to avoid crowds - Glad they have a second location for people on the east side of Alameda to enjoy without much travel ---- Overall: This place has become my new go-to for breakfast/brunch, while the prices may seem steep it's worth it for the quality of food that you're getting. Choose where you sit wisely, I highly recommend in their more shaded areas and to come on a weekday (or earlier on the weekends) to be able to choose your seats. Their Chai Latte is a must try! read more

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This place is a gem. I love this restaurant for breakfast/ brunch. My favorite thing to order is the crabcake benedict. While I've order this exact item at many other restaurants, nothing compares to the way Café Jolie makes it. Instead of an overly battered crabcake, they use more crab than batter. It's late yet filling and one of the best eggs benedict I've ever had! I also love the french toast. I've ordered both, and I will say they each have their own added benefits. The regular ones are thick and feeling while the croissant ones are light, but still taste amazing, especially topped with the fruit. The customer service is also really good here and the wait times are never too long. The restaurant itself is always clean and you have the option to dine inside and or outside. I definitely recommend this place to others. read more

Cafe Jolie - Croissant French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alameda, California

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This place seemed to be a community favorite, because it was always packed when I passed by. They have indoor and outdoor seating, which would always be full. After seeing a reel about it as well, I decided to try it out recently. I think due to the amount of seating they have, you don't actually have to wait long. I was seated within 5 minutes, which I appreciated because I thought I would have to wait a while. I ended up getting the monte cristo, with a side of potato. The monte cristo is a ham & turkey with cheese sandwich that is egg-washed and fried, and then topped with powdered sugar. I hadn't had a monte cristo in such a long time, so I was pretty excited to eat this. Topped with the jam, the sweet and savory were quite satisfying. The sandwich while crispy on the outside, was soft and moist on the inside, much like the potatoes. I do wish the powdered sugar was layered more evenly, as some of the pieces barely had any. And if I'll be picky, I think one of the pieces was slightly burnt. But overall, it was a lovely breakfast. The cafe is super busy but the food doesn't take too long to come out. I enjoyed the busy atmosphere on the weekend morning. It's a great local spot that takes care of it's locals and puts out good food. read more

Cafe Jolie - Monte Cristo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alameda, California

Seating outside in the sun for two was lovely on a Sunday, after a walk parking a block away. It was busy but cleared out quickly. Friendly service: took our order, dropped off our food. Empty water glass, had to wait for pancake syrup, deep frying breakfast potatoes makes them dry and disheveled-looking on the plate. Prices aren't bad if you're on a budget or a light eater. read more

They have beignets! Cute, busy brunch place with great service. Parking is metered along a Main Street in Alameda.

Just realized i have not done a review of this place. We have been coming to this place for years for brunch. Standard breakfast with a French/New Orleans twist. As an example there are all kinds of egg dishes but not basic eggs and bacon unless as sides. Plenty else to make up for that. We have tried many of the items on the menu and all great. Depending on the day there may be a wait but not for long. Nice place and one of our regular places to have a no rush casual meal. They close at 2 on the weekend and 1 on week days which sometimes doesn't work with our schedule. Solid everyday but nothing amazing and standard prices. read more

This is a great spot for a weekend brunch on a nice day, or any day for that matter. The wait might be a bit, but you will be happy. Our hostess was super fun, and friendly. This is a totally relaxed and cool place to be and enjoy a meal while watching the people, and the time, go by. Prices, eh, edging on the higher side. But, quite honestly, what isn't these days? I like the service, the food, and the relaxed atmosphere. And, did I mention, they have a fantastic Monte Cristo!!! read more

Fave cafe in alameda. Good food, coffee and service is always great. The croissant French toast is a must every time.

Get anything from the menu, it'll be tasty, but make sure you order the croissant French toast. Invite a friend to brunch if you think you'll need help. This is one life choice you will NOT regret. I got the Huevos Rancheros. As a vegetarian it was great to have that option beyond the regular eggs scrambles and omelets (which are also tasty).My friend got the Jolie Scramble and we split the croissant French toast. Zero regrets. Oh, and get a mocha latte, because you already know your diet has gone to Hell in a handbasket with the croissant French toast, you might as well enjoy the ride before you attempt to get right with your god the following day. I wish I had all of the pictures, but I was too busy nom-nomming to get fancy pics. Oh and they get an extra 10 stars for bringing my pup an actual water bowl and making her feel like one of the family. The food here was always good, but like many tried and true seasoned places, this place has been growing exceptional with each passing season. Great vibes, delicious food, friendly attentive service, and truly committed owners living into their dreams. It is always a treat to see each part of their adventure unfold. *Hit up their donut spot, Donut Petit, 2 doors down for amazing donuts for that afternoon treat you didn't know you needed. read more

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I'm from out of town and was only in the area for my dress fitting not far from this place. I was with my mom and best friend and we went to look for a brunch place near the dress shop. We stumbled on this spot and stopped in for brunch. I had basic French toast, bacon, and potatoes and eggs. I'd say that the eggs were a little undercooked, but the potatoes were nice and crispy and the French toast was pretty good. The beignets were definitely our favorite! Big shout out to Jubilee for the amazing service she provided! She made our day even better. Thank you! We hope to come back and see her again. read more

Cafe Jolie - Beignets - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alameda, California

Normally, I would have rated the experience a 4 or 5, but when we were leaving, it took an inordinate amount of time to split the check. Two payers. Cut in half. Simple. Endless amount of time wasted. Then when we left, our server ran after us down the street letting us know that their software can't split checks and two of us had to go back to re-do the payment. These were special friends from out of town and we told them how great CJ was. Not a good way to end the experience. Please update your software to 2026! read more

Came in with a party of 7 and asked for an inside table. We were told the wait would be about 15 minutes, but just a few minutes later they changed it to 45. Since it was cold and we had a baby with us, I asked if we could sit on the patio with the heater lamps. The area was completely empty, but they still said no and only allowed us to sit in the section without heaters, so we went with that. It was chilly, so I pulled the sun shade down to get some warmth, but the hostess came over and said we couldn't do that, even though we were the only ones out there. She was really unaccommodating and made the whole experience frustrating. Later on, I called to get the payment adjusted because we accidentally double-tipped, and they hung up on me. Thankfully, our server Pris was kind and attentive, but overall the experience wasn't great. This place really needs better management. read more

Sunday brunch with the girls is what I was needing and what Cafe Jolie made a reality! From exceptional customer service to blissful food in your mouth, they don't disappoint. There's a bit of a wait especially because it's so popular but it's worth every minute. Our group was seated outdoors (was waitlisted for both indoor & outdoor) and loved catching up over drinks while we waited. I had an Arnold Palmer and some of the girls had lattes. Our food came out hot and fresh but we were so hungry we barely took a beat to snap photos. I loved my Monte Cristo so much but keep in mind they only serve it as a sweet option; not both sweet (with powdered sugar & syrup) and savory (with lettuce and tomato) like most places do. Nevertheless I had a fabulous time and will return in a heart beat. What's not to love? read more

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The food? Amazing. The wait time to both be seated and get food? Incredibly long. We waited perhaps 45 minutes to an hour outside their doors to be seated after putting our names in at brunch on a Tuesday. When we were finally seated, the inside of the cafe was very cute and cozy, small interior and outdoor seating as well. The service was nice with all of our servers being incredibly helpful and kind. The food took around 45 minutes to come out. The croissant French toast was wonderful and perfectly filling. However, even as we were eating our food people just 1-3 places behind us were still waiting to be seated, some people even just gave up and left because the wait time was getting to be too much for them. I would recommend coming with one other person because any party number over that would have to wait to use a larger table, which this restaurant does not have that many of. Overall, if you have limited time or limited patience for the long wait, I would not recommend coming here. However, if you have a smaller sized party not stressed on time and looking for a good breakfast/brunch place to eat, I would recommend read more

Cafe Jolie - Monte Cristo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alameda, California

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The food is delicious but there is always a wait. Which is why I gave them 4 stars and not 5. The food is incredible but pack your patience when you come because the wait to get a table is on average a good 15 mins and then to get your food takes awhile as well. I would say like 6 years ago this wasn't an issue but now that everyone knows this restaurant is an excellent breakfast spot the wait can be frustrating. This cute French inspired restaurant is nicely decorated with French paintings and has outdoor options as well if you'd like to bring your pet. Perfect place for breakfast or lunch options. Parking is available near by but can be challenging. read more

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Nice space and corner location, but the brunch didn't live up to the prices. The ingredients and execution felt underwhelming; the ground beef isn't grass-fed and no organic options were noted. The eggs Benedict sauce looked off, the eggs didn't taste fresh, the croque-madame was dry, and I felt unwell after leaving. Overall, it didn't match the elevated pricing. read more

Was in the Alameda area and needed a quick brunch spot. This was suggested and it was a nice place. We had to wait a bit to get served, the coffee was great and my breakfast that I ordered was ok . Not sure if it had been sitting but everything was either lukewarm or cold. Another annoying thin was I I would of thought to be served 2 slices of bread with breakfast but it was one, sliced in half. You know I am not a thin boy ;-) so that said I think the skimpiness on the bread just bummed me out, a long with having to wait like 10 min after seated to be approached with menus. I get that they were busy. But if you seat someone with menus, you should not have them wait so long. And lastly to have food that is lukewarm, that is just not the best, especially eggs. If I was back in the Alameda area and was not in a rush I would come back. It really is a nice ambiance, with nice HOT coffee and nice servers and good food. read more

Pregnancy cravings satisfied! My goodness. It makes sense why there is a line of folks waiting to be seated here. Food lived up to my eyes and tummy's desires! Tastebuds were happy and overall service was swift enough! Definitely glad I got to split the meal with my friend - so we enjoyed the crab Benedict first and had the croissant french toast after. Both dishes were executed the way I expected based on photos and I couldn't have walked away happier. A very nice feel inside - local restaurant with no frills - just good food! read more

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Fabulous experience! Came on a Friday morning and was already fully packed. Service was fast and the interior had a welcoming and clean French-esque ambiance. Food was stellar! Usually brunch feels overly greasy and heavy, but my Jolie's Mix breakfast plate was perfect. But the star of the show was the beignets--SO AIRY and FLUFFY. Just the perfect amount of crisp. I would come back again just for the beignets. We got a half order and it already came with 8 pieces. Overall it has become my #1 Alameda brunch spot. read more

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The food was spectacular! The service was so pleasant! The servers were sweet and had great small conversations with each table. They were warm and really genuinely friendly. The place is chic and modern. Loved it! read more

Cafe Jolie - Nutella French toast, Monte Cristo, BLT with fries, chicken tenders with fries and beignets - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alameda, California

Super cute little brunch spot in Alameda. Came in as a part of 4 around 10am on a Sunday and waited about 15 mins for a table. I ordered a lavender latte and the Monte Cristo. Outside of Disneyland I only know of one other place in the Bay Area that has the Monte Cristo so of course I needed to try it. It came with potatoes that were divine, seasoned incredibly well and piping hot. The sandwich was superb, the breading on it was light so it didn't seem too heavy which is mince but also you're able to eat the whole thing without feeling super full after. The lavender latte was also delicious and I have found it super hard to find a good lavender latte so that was a big bonus. Definitely a great option if you're in the area! read more

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Cafe Jolie is an island favorite! I love getting the Jolie's Favorite it includes eggs, toast, potatoes and the chicken sausages. The service went pretty well it wasn't a long wait to receive our food. If you want a sweet treat I would get the beignets they are amazing. I would recommend to come here on a week day rather than the weekend since it's always busy during those times. read more

Came here for brunch. Had the French Onion Soup and Baguette, both were really good. Someone in our group had the Eggs Benedict and another had pancakes, both highly recommend. Also, tried the beignets too, they were amazing and worth it. Lots of omelette choices. Nice place for brunch and staff was friendly! read more

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Cafe Jolie was a total surprise for me. I thought it was a croissant type of French restaurant with bland food, however, the food was tasty! The vanilla lattes were perfectly made, the temperature, the amount of flavor, and frothing to the T. It is a cute little spot at the corner of Webster and Santa Clara allowing their patio to feel cozy. The decoration is on par with French decor. Although, it took 10 mins to be serviced, our food was promptly brought out. I ordered the huevos rancheros and my husband ordered the crab cake Benedict. The food was fresh, hot, and flavorful. The portions they serve are exactly how a dish should be served to minimize leftover waste. If anything needs to improve is the service. It's nice to seat down and be acknowledged. read more

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I'm not sure about this, and I think I may need more time to process; however, you can never say that giving extra customer service is a bad thing however, ....... I feel like we (my partner and I) were given overly obsessive customer service - have you ever said I'm doing ok more than 7 times while dining?? It was just too much asking if we were doing ok... My conversation kept being interrupted like every 3 minutes & the same person would ask if we were doing ok... like I'm eating and talking - I'm good ...dang ... Anyways - the food was good and the vibe was beautiful. We left feeling a bit uncomfortable ..... WELCOME TO ALAMEDA! :) read more

This was just a brutal experience. The beignets were all air and no dough, nothing like what beignets should be. My monte cristo was cold on the inside and had to send it back, then when it came back it was more burnt than toasted and the fries were like corral rocks. Service was fine, they can only control so much. But the overall freshness and quality was really really lacking here. I wouldn't be recommending this to any friends or family. read more

Cafe Jolie - Beignets, these were so underwhelming - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alameda, California

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The service was good. The ambiance was great, very reminiscent of a New Orleans Cafe. The menu is brunch, lunch with lots of salads and sandwiches as well as breakfast staples. I had a Strawberry Mimosa that was delicious as they use a house puree which made the Strawberry flavor pop. I ordered Huevos Racheros which came with black beans and house made guacamole. Beans were very flavorful but my over eat eggs were cooked perfectly. My dates had salads and sandwiches. This establishment would have gotten another star except for my bout of food poisoning that I experienced that evening through the following day. read more

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I have always wanted to go here but never liked the line wait. Today I got to go, totally did not meet my expectations. Where we were seated, smelled like bathroom water. We asked to switch seats. Food was ok, orange juice was $10. Very over priced. They got our check wrong 3 times. I am all in for supporting local business, I know I won't go back at all. I do know they have lots of customers but they need to do better job in keeping the indoor seating fresh. The table next to me was wiped and the towel smelled so bad. read more

So I came here to put down my name on the waiting list while my family finding a parking spot. I told the waiter we have 4 people and there waiter was telling me it is a 15 mins wait and everyone has to be there to be seated. That is okay. Then my family parked the car and came over, the waiter said now it is 40 mins wait because other people got in front of me. I was like how come? I am the second in the line. The waiter said the policy said only the full party arrives putting the name down, they only hold spot for the "number of people" actually came when putting the name down. So as my family arrives 5 mins later, we are now put on the bottom of the list. This is not respecting people's time and I have never seen any restaurant do this for people on the waiting list. read more