This is a unique dining spot in Alameda. The seating is inside large tents, with a few seats outside the tents. It felt very makeshift, but they are making it work. We came here on a Sunday and the seats were all filled. We put our names on the waiting list, and were seated within 15 minutes. The menu is brunchy with French influence. The food was very good. However, we made the mistake of ordering the beignets to be served at the end of the meal. They didn't put our beignet order in until after they cleared our plates, and it took about 30-45 minutes after our meal before our beignets came out. So if you want beignets, just order them the same time as your meal because they take awhile to make. What we ordered: + Sweet cream pancakes - these were cute in mickey mouse shape with a few strawberries. + Crab cake benedicts - very good + Salmon Lox Sandwich - very good, but would have liked the cucumbers to be sliced thinner. They were quite a bit thicker than the salmon and was a little clumsy to eat, but I'm just being picky. + La Campagne Omelette - lots of veggies and very cheesy + Beignets - long wait and was not bad. They were light with large air bubbles. Not the best we've had, but not bad. Overall, a cute spot for a brunch if you don't mind tent seating. read more

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Had really high hopes since it's open space dining I was thinking a resort feel. The food was excellent but service can be a lot better. French toast was very good, soft and melts in your mouth feeling and the fruits were very fresh. Service was fine but wasn't excellent. The kids ordered kids drinks and gave us regular sized drinks and charged full prices. Did not think on behalf of the client so we didn't feel taken care of. The entrees were kind of small for the price and waitress didn't ask if we wanted anything else before handing us our check. I also had a headache so I didn't bother and just paid the bill. Less than ideal experience but would not hesitate to try again. read more

This place is about 1.5 miles into my long run. I've been wanting to try it and finally this last Sunday I decided, today is thee day. We're going. There is plenty of parking and it's right next to one of those public park gyms that uses body weight exercises. That was cool to check out. The concept of this place is really unique, shipping containers make the space with only outdoor seating but on a nice sunny day it is perfect. The service was quick and we were sat right away. We ordered: Lattes: mediocre, the espresso did not have the best flavor. French toast: just average, not much flavor, the butter came in a those foil bricks and was too cold to spread it. Eggs Benedict: I was told that there wasn't much flavor Veggie omelet: had lots of veggies and was just ok. Some of the potatoes weren't cooked all the way. I think overall, there wasn't much flavor in anything we ordered. And we probably wouldn't come back. read more

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Came here on a Sunday for brunch. They have a good amount of outdoor seating and some that are covered - to give some warmth and block out the wind. We were seated right away and service came got our orders and brought food out pretty quickly. The menu is simple but has a little of everything - sweet items, omelets, sandwiches and Benedict's. Food- Eggs Benedict's - presentation was great but ZERO flavor in the Benedict's and potatoes French toast - nothing special Veggie Omelet - no flavor and undercooked potatoes Lattes - tasted like warm milk I have past this spot plenty of times and have wanted to try it. It's a cute spot in a safe area with ple ty of parking and you can go on a walk after BUT the fact that we tried a couple items and there was no real flavor was very disappointing especially for the price. read more

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01/27/26 Corporate heads were so kind to take me out to lunch today. A small, quaint outdoor dining vibe under tents. There were 10 of us so they put tables together for us. Everyone's food looked so good. Mine came out last and probably 15 minutes after everyone else, so I thought it was an initiation ritual or something lol I ordered the Monte Cristo so I assume it takes a little longer to make than other items. It came with fried potatoes which were seasoned well. The sandwich itself came in 4 pieces with warm jam accompanying it and was dusted with just the right amount of powdered sugar. Everything was 10/10. Minus the hard glare on the table from the sun and the heat beaming on the backs of everyone across from me. Maybe a draw shade can be put up? Will stop here again the next time I'm in town. read more

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I always go to the one on webster but unfortunately they don't open on Mondays, luckily we found this one and I was not disappointed! The service was Excellent and the food was Delicious! read more

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Very tranquil outdoor cafe tucked away in Harbor Bay. Cafe Jolie Petit has done a great job of creating an environment where you feel more like you're at a park than surrounded by businesses. The food and coffee were great! Service was attentive and kind. I absolutely enjoyed the simplicity of the Jolie's Favorite. To be honest, I like this location better than the one on Webster simply because it's much more relaxed. I look forward to my next visit! read more

Cafe Jolie Petit - Jolie's Favorite with egg whites - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

It was exciting to see Cafe Jolie Petit right next to some offices on Harbor Bay Island when there are very limited, almost no cafes around. Parking is not a big hassle. However, the food is just not great. As another reviewer mentioned, the beignets had a bitter aftertaste in the dough, that neither the powdered sugar or chocolate sauce could help with. The arnold palmer was tremendously sour from the lemonade portion. The chocolate sprinkle donut was just alright. Will still stop by to try their other items. read more

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So this was a very unique place. I went on a Saturday and they were rather busy. That was a good sign. I didn't get anything huge BLT and sweet potato fries. Can't usually go wrong with a BLT. But that wasn't the unique part. It was an outdoor cafe, built out of shipping containers. Maybe 4, two stacked as a kitchen, 1 as storage and another as a smaller bakery area. Seating was plenty and music. Would be a good spot for a nice jazz musician. I would definitely go again. read more

Food, delicious. Beignets, rival Cafe Du monde!! Servers, top notch! Beautiful fall day in Alameda. read more

Cafe Jolie Petit - Cutest flat white; delicious! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

The place was super cute and the service was a 10/10 - all the staff were super nice. Special shout out to Gabriella, they were friendly, attentive and just so nice. Unfortunately, the food was just not on par with the service. Except for the coffee, everything was not hot. The cheese on top of the Croque Madame was already congealed into a layer of chewy mess while the egg underneath was undercooked. Part of the egg white was still translucent. The béchamel on the side was lukewarm and could really use some salt. The bénignes caused serious confusion. There's just no flavor - of anything. The bénigne itself was not hot, and we ate it right as it arrived. It just tasted like the oil that it was fried in. Dipping it in the chocolate sauce and somehow, it did not taste like chocolate. It just didn't taste like anything, and it was not worth the calories. Drip coffee was surprisingly good, the potatoes were good and the service was awesome. Try it for yourself, results may vary. read more

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Food is decent and the location is pretty cute! It was a nice quiet place to stop by after we ran by the water and there was a lot of parking! The Monte Cristo French Toast was pretty good and the fries that came with it kind of tasted like In N Out fries so that was a plus! The omelette was okay - nothing special, but nothing was wrong with it. My friend (a burger fanatic) ordered the classique burger and said it was probably in his top 10 of best burgers he's ever had so I'll be back to try that. I got hungry for a snack after I ordered so I also tried a couple different donuts and the kouign amanns. I would pass on those next time! read more

Came here for a late breakfast and grabbed a seat outside, which ended up being my favorite part. Even though you are basically looking at cars passing by, it still beats sitting indoors. There is something about that open air that makes breakfast taste better. The French toast was light and fluffy, and the syrup came out warm which is always a plus. The berries were fresh and added the right touch of sweetness. The croissant sandwich was buttery and flaky, and the eggs were soft and light. Everything tasted clean and well made. Service was quick, the staff was friendly, and the food came out fast. Prices are mid to slightly high but about what you would expect for Alameda. It is nothing out of the ordinary, just solid breakfast food that hits the spot. Alameda does not have a ton of options, so the fact that there are two Cafe Jolies should tell you something. A good spot for a casual brunch. Around a three to three and a half out of five. read more

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Went to Cafe Jolie Petit the other day with 2 other ladies. I had a burger with fries which was one of the best burger that I've had in a long time, at least several years. The fries were nice and crisp. One of my friends had a salad with locks which she really enjoyed. The other lady also enjoyed her plate, although, I don't remember what she had. The server was really nice and asked us if we were satisfied with our meal, which we were. The seating area was clear plastic tent where we can see the outside. The only downside was that the acoustics were so bad as being really noisy that we had hard time understanding what our party was saying. I'm certain that we will be going back for our monthly luncheon get-together. I didn't know about this place as I liver only a block from the original Cafe Jolie. I have been disappointed with them so hadn't been back in about 4 or 5 years. I will definitely be going back to the one on the Harbor Bay in the near future. read more

This is a really cute little place, outside seating in a tent. Came here with my best friends and my husband. We shared the half order of beignets $14.50. Light and delicious! For brunch, I ordered the Monte Cristo $16.50 with Fruit upgrade $3. I was really happy with it, it came with a nice side of preserves. The rest of the group ordered Croque Madame $16.50, Croque Monsieur $15.50, Tofu Scramble $15.50, and La Campagne Omlette $16.50, Everyone was very happy with their choices. We had a wonderful conversation and a delightful time. read more

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Love this spot, great place to bring dogs, kids, etc. It's fully outdoor dining. The menu is fantastic, the service is a little slow because it seems that they are constantly understaffed when I go. Their mimosas are fabulous, I basically rolled out of there full and tipsy :) read more

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I love the location and outdoor vibes. when it comes to this being French food the cooks seem to need training. Consistently the omelettes are overcooked, the toast is cold and dry it and appears to have been made hours ago. read more

Great coffee!(actually latte' ) was meeting some old friends there. Had never been there before. It was quite busy. I arrived first so I grabbed a table for the 4 of us. The hostess seemed unhappy that we were not there all at once . Friends were looking for a parking spot as the parking lot was full as were most of the street parking spots. She questioned me a couple of times if I was sure that I was meeting people and that they were really coming. The food was excellent. Generous portions . Well worth it . read more

The food was on point and the Monte Cristo was amazingly delicious. It's like an upgraded French toast with melted cheese sandwich with meat slices all combined. So good! You have to try it unless you're dairy free, vegan, and gluten free. We went for Sunday lunch and it was a nice ambiance as they had some tents of other pop up stores along with a French musician duo. It was a little windy and so it can feel cold - so dress in layers as they have only outdoor seating after all. The 3 stars instead of 5 stars is due to a negative service experience. We were second in line with a total of three parties in line waiting to be seated. They greeted and were preparing table for the first party, but then proceeded to greet and seat the third party immediately - seems like the server knew them personally. This is unprofessional as there's a line after all and why were we treated this way? We hope this can be prevented next time or continued incidences like this is going to cause some issues. As far as I've checked and checked again, there is no reservation in place. Even if the server has a reason, it would be most appropriate to greet us and then have our table prepared, and it's fine if they have table ready for the third party if their size matches a table better. Just be professional. read more

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I drive past this cafe every single day, curious about these shipping lovely painted shipping containers that claim to be a restaurant, and an outdoor one at that. I finally had a chance to dine here for a work breakfast and was pleasantly surprised. It had a unique, fun Bay Area sort of vibe with a touch of hipster coolness. There is no indoor dining but the tables were under tents. Somehow, it worked. There were many of us so as I peered down the table, everyone's food looked well presented and I didn't hear any complaints. Several of my seat neighbors, including myself, ordered the Crabcake Benedict. I also requested a little extra of the Hollandaise sauce and some fruit. Everything on my plate looked fresh and well presented. I was pleased. I also had a hot tea with milk. A lovely way to start the day! I'm not a Crabcake connoisseur as crab is something I rarely veer towards. I enjoyed it but I didn't love it. The texture was sort of like as if I had canned tuna. I'm not saying this is comparable to something canned, just the texture. And it was a little bit salty. My poached eggs was perfect. And the English muffin on the bottom was nice. The potatoes were delish too! A respectably well made breakfast! I'd like to come back and try other menu items sometime. Now that I know the unique loveliness of this spot that is a bit set apart in an office park, I can't wait for a return visit. Truly, a wonderful spot to start a work day! read more

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Everything the original Cafe Jolie offers BUT more convenient, quieter, has parking... no complaints! I am pretty boring and stick to the traditional breakfast, and my poached eggs are perfectly poached every time!! I also always grab donuts to-go for my parents and grandma- they LOVE them!! read more

Omg 5/5 for the food ! The monte cristo was exactly what I was craving and it hit the spot with the jam ! I was in heaven . The crab Benedict was spot on as well so tasty ! Don't forget your donuts ! I picked up pistachio and original glazed . The coffee was delish and fresh orange juice was so good . I was a happy girl . Customer service was great ! I do wish it was more cozy ? Like maybe some heaters would def help . I cannot wait to be back read more

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Restaurants and cafes were quite scarce in this zip code when I lived here, so coming across this restaurant was a pleasant surprise. The unusual shipping container enclosures and half outdoor setting fit its business park surroundings well. The food is decent--their dishes offer a good selection of ingredients, but the taste/quality is almost indiscernible from reheated takeout. That said, it was more than acceptable given the nature of this place. But by any standard irrespective of their setting, the coffee is excellent and easily worth returning for. Service was great as well with just enough attentiveness from our waiter. read more

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Nice location, good and fast service, food is really good. Will visit again. Also dog friendly.

After a 5-mile run, this cozy brunch spot truly hit the mark. I ordered the burger--yes, a burger for brunch--and it exceeded expectations. The patties were perfectly cooked, juicy, and full of rich, savory flavor. The fries were just as impressive: crispy and golden with a texture reminiscent of In-N-Out's, but with an extra crunch that made them stand out. Maybe it's the oil they use, but either way, they were addicting. As a fun bonus, one of my onion slices was shaped like a heart--small details like that made the meal even more memorable. A satisfying, flavorful experience all around. Highly recommend! read more

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Came here with a friend for bunch on a Friday around 9:30 for breakfast. We were seated immediately as we walked up. The option for seating in the sun or under the tented area was nice. The location was nice and quiet and the food was delicious and came out pretty quickly while being fresh. Would definitely recommend the crab cakes benedict. Will go here again for sure. read more

If you live on Bay Farm, this is such a fun place to walk or ride your bike to enjoy a weekend brunch date. Tucked away in the industrial park, the shipping containers fit right in with the modern aesthetic of the area. Don't be fooled by "petit" in this pop-up collaboration...Although there is a walk-up to-go counter to order pastries and coffee, there is also a full-scale restaurant service with covered outdoor tables for the whole family (and dog!) to enjoy. Between frequent visits, I have probably tasted 75% of the menu - I have yet to try anything I wouldn't order again! My favorites include the croque madame, monte cristo, and la campagne omelette. The country potatoes are well-seasoned and my go-to side order. The lavender cocktail is almost too pretty to drink. On my way out, it's a tradition to grab a dirty iced chai and pistachio donut for the road. read more

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Cafe Jolie is an excellent breakfast:brunch place. The food here is delicious! I love their Avacado Toast & Coffee. The doughnut bar also makes it special. The open air ambiance is pretty and the staff is friendly. read more

Such a cute little breakfast spot! The buildings are made from containers which is a really cool concept. They only offer outdoor dining with tents and covers so weather really does play a role if you want to dine here. My friend and I started off with a flat white and caramel latte. My coffee had a hair and lint in it so I flagged our server and he brought me a new one. The caramel syrup is already sweet so you might want to cut back on the sugar. I also had the Monte Cristo with potato salad and I loved my dish! My friend got the eggs Benedict and she really enjoyed her dish. Overall, it's worth checking out. The staff are super nice and you can also bring your dogs! read more

Cafe Jolie Petit - Monte Cristo & Eggs Benedict with Lattes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

Really impressed with brekkie here this morning: -organic eggs and dairy products -great service from the host, server to the barista -coffee art is adorable -food quite good! The campange omelette was still moist, generous slices of avocado and the Gruyère/bacon combo was salty goodness, solid sides, buttered sourdough and country potatoes - crispy! Though blustery and drizzly this morning - the tent set up is acceptable to me. Just bring something insulating and you'll be fine. Tasted like real food, hearty, appetizing and portions were good. Never have been to the Webster location, but I like this one for the alfresco feeling and a parking lot is a plus! On my short list for cafes on the island. read more

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Delicious beignets! Cute space, and easy parking. The exercise area next to the restaurant is also a good spot to let kids burn off extra beignet sugar energy after your meal. read more

Came here for a team breakfast. The server was okay. One of my coworker's drink was forgotten and it came with caffeine instead of decaf (unless she's super sensitive). The flat white was a bit too milky for my preference. Presentation would be impressive if they did art with the milk pour. The crab cake egg benedicts were great though! Easy parking as well. read more

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Date: 5/12/2024 Time: 11:30 AM 63° Sunny My daughter asked me where I wanted to dine at for Mother's Day. Because I received an email from Yelp, and Cafe Jolie Petit was mentioned, and I have never been here, I figure why not? I like the fact that this pop up was a quiet place away from the the busy Park Street shopping and dining area. Outdoor dining in their patio suited us fine. However, I was somewhat disappointed that they ran out of lemonade for an Arnold Palmer. How does an outdoor restaurant run out of lemonade before 12:30 PM? I settled for an iced coffee with half 'n half. Perusing the menu I decided to have the croque madame. Croque Madame is a Croque Monsieur with a fried egg on top and included a side of country potatoes and béchamel sauce. The bread is thick, and filled with thinly sliced ham and Gruyere cheese. It was edible, but not something to write home about to mom. The cost was not worth the value. ($16.50, tax not included). Overall, the lunch was okay. My daughter had the Monte Cristo. She said her Monte Cristo was okay. Their special for today was the chorizo scramble. I ordered the special to go. I can only hope it is delicious. The wait time was 40 minutes to be seated. Hostess apologized for the long wait. Our waiter was pleasant and friendly. Service was prompt. Inasmuch as I wanted to give this restaurant a four star rating, I just am not able to do so. Future visit: Might then might not. The location is out in the "boonies". Too far to travel when I don't drive. read more

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I took my mom out for Mother's Day brunch to Cafe Jolie Petit, as she likes the food at the original and wanted to check out this second location. Since it was Mother's Day, there was a 40-minute wait. 40 minutes to sit in a clear tent with umbrellas, surrounded by shipping containers. Well, except on the street side, where you no doubtingly look like a fish in a tank to the cars rolling by. If that wasn't an awesome ambiance for you, the departing Southwest Airlines and United Airlines planes would fill the void of you not actually sitting in a restaurant with walls and a ceiling. If you love outdoor seating or just the feeling of a fancier parklet, then this might be your spot. The food was decent, I had the Monte Cristo, and mom had the Croque Madame. It wasn't anything to write home about. I had the lavender latte, and mom wanted an Arnold Palmer, but they were out of lemonade. Which only added to the disappointment, as a great deal of the non alcoholic beverages are made with lemonade. Service was good. The server was friendly and quick, considering how busy it was. I'd give this place a solid 3.5. It's worth a visit if you work in the area, but not a destination. read more

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Gabby is the best server! My friends and I visit most Saturdays, and it's always a good time, especially if the weather is nice. They had this special French toast offered, and i still think about, weeks later. I'll be back at CJP soon, I know it! read more

If you ever find yourself on Harbor Bay Pkwy by foot, you'll likely see nothing but faceless business parks and empty shorelines. At least that had been my experience until I saw a set of storage containers that had been cleverly turned into an outdoor cafe. What a pleasant surprise to find that it offers table service for diners in the mood for appetizing breakfast plates and sandwiches. I was here when a rainstorm was about to erupt, and I was encouraged that the space was secured by heavy plastic tarps anchored well into the ground. Even as others whimpered, I felt well protected even though the arctic wind hit the plastic quite hard. I ordered the $15.50 Le Veggie Omelette which was full of spinach, green peppers, red onion, mushrooms, and Gruyere cheese. It came with an abundant side of roasted country potatoes, and well-crusted wheat toast (photo: https://yelp.to/502SV0Mm4p). It definitely felt more like a sidewalk French bistro than an Alameda business park, and what helped considerably was the piping hot $4.75 cup of Au Lait with hot steamed milk (photo: https://yelp.to/2XZZiKDqM3). I made a point to express my appreciation to the manager on opening such an unexpected eatery. FOOD - 4.5 stars...a hearty and healthy omelette with savory potatoes on a rainy day AMBIANCE - 5 stars...smartly organized pop-up in a business park SERVICE - 5 stars...quite friendly despite the inclement weather TOTAL - 5 stars...kudos for an audaciously placed makeshift cafe RELATED - Exploring Alameda? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2Ik8mky read more

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Quality/Quantity - The boys and I got the following, all of which were good and just enough for one serving. We all finished our meals with no left overs. And the two of us are light eaters. Jolie's favorite. Croque Monsieur - My usual go to dish. I especially like the dipping jam. Club Sandwich. Croque Madame - Craved an egg today, so I tried this. I should have asked to sub my dipping sauce for the jam, next time. Wine, champagne, and beer available. Atmosphere - Outdoor seating only. And today it was raining. Heaters throughout, but we did not need it. My friends chose a seat in the back away from the wind and rain. Well it did leak where I was sitting and the water started flowing under our feet from outside of the tent. Needless to say, it is not ideal for a rainy day. Plenty of parking, I was actually going to walk here, except it started POURING, pouring rain! Open 6 days a week from 8am or 9am to 1pm or 2pm; closed Mondays. Service - Good, the waitress was patient as this was all of our first time at this location. Price - $74 + generous tip. We had to make up for some of the not so funny jokes from one of the guys... Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success. With this newest location and all your other 6+ businesses. read more

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I love Alameda! This is the sister to Cafe Jolie on the other side of Alameda -Webster Street. Anyway, this location is surrounded by office and schools so one could easily miss it. I know I did, even with using the GPS. Anyways, this is a low key spot compared to the Webster location, which is my style anyway. The food is equally amazing from the hamburger to the French toast. I was craving an avocado toast, and it didn't disappoint. I went "healthy" and accompanied salad was fresh and flavorful as can be. Burger was juicy and cooked to med rare perfection; and French toast was delicious. Service is fantastic :) (also helps that I know of one outstanding staffer in particular). Go support this local spot. Fresh and delicious food! Ample parking too especially on weekends! Cheers to an amazing start to 2024! read more

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In case you haven't heard yet, Cafe Jolie has joined forces with Donut Petite and opened up a location on Bay Farm Island! Service and Staff: - We came towards the end of the brunch rush and were seated right away. There are signs that designate to wait to be seated - As you can see from some of the photos, we came the day after rain, so the ground was muddy. My chair did get stuck in the mud and I had to control loving my feet so as not to get my shoes super muddy Food and Drinks: - Salmon Lox Sandwich: very filling as it comes with three slices of the baguette under plenty of smoked salmon, a tomato slice, capers, cucumber, and pickled onions. The flavor was well-balanced and supported well by the side salad with a balsamic vinaigrette dressing - Club Sandwich: also filling with the amount of bread, Turkey, cheese, tomatoes, and lettuce. Choice of sourdough or wheat bread. - Matcha Latte: for those looking for the sweet matcha, this is not that. This is more the standard unsweetened matcha flavor. Miscellaneous: - Plenty of parking via the surrounding parking lots and street parking - If post-rain, don't wear shoes that can't get dirty - We didn't have room, but the donuts looked tasty from Donut Petite! - All of the dining is outdoor dining. Tables are a little close together, so you can hear other conversations. - Good for small or medium-size groups read more

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Cute outdoor spot to have breakfast or brunch, they use transparent plastic tent to block the winds. Crab Cake Benedict was good but I wish they would put less of the potatoes and more of something else. Lavender latte was soothing to drink, almost like cappuccino with the lavender scent - it wasn't hot enough when being brought out so I was able to drink right away. So if you prefer it hotter, be sure to request. Excellent service. Would definitely return here if I'm in the area. read more

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