Michelle was quick to make my Honeydew milk tea with boba. From all the times I've come to get drinks here, the boba consistently has a soft texture, like it was freshly made. Previously due to COVID, they only accepted payments through phone and card, but this most recent trip when I tried paying with card, Michelle actually asked if I had cash instead since there was a 50 cent charge to use card. No problem. Also tables and chairs are set up outside the shop for customers who want to eat outdoors now. read more

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I don't know why it took me so long to write a review about this place. I've known Michelle for over 10 years now. I have been coming here since my son was 5 years old and his 15 years old now. What I love about her is that she memorized everyone's name. You walk in, she greeting you by your name, and she remembers everyone's order. What business owner do you know that do that? Food is always amazing. She is well known by her Boba drinks,breakfast sandwiches, and . Her coffee is better than Starbucks cause u can actually taste that coffee flavor. If y'all in Hercules Ca stop by and check her out. You won't be disappointed. read more

Great find! I just moved to the area and I am so glad I discovered Cafe Tapioca! They have everything! From every morning drink you can think of, to all different kinds of sandwiches. read more

Cafe Tapioca - Sausage egg cheese on a croissant. Couldn't wait to take a bite. - Cafes Near Me - Hercules, California

I've come a few more times and sandwiches are consistently good. Also consistent - Tony's enthusiasm! Paid $12ish most recently for a sandwich including cheese and avocado, chips and a bottled drink. read more

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Very nice staff. Sandwiches were fresh and delicious - classic club! Mango smoothies are rich and delicious!

Avoid this place mid-morning like the plague!! Cafe Tapioca has lost a customer for good. I wanted to purchase 3 donuts this morning at 9 am however no one was at the front counter to help. Three people were waiting by the door, so I thought they had been helped already, they hadn't. Went up to the donut case & waited for a couple minutes... a lady comes from the back, I am assuming the ONLY person working. She says to the guy in the front of the line "I have to make a lot of sandwiches you will have to wait". Wow!! Never seen a donut shop run like this one before. Hire someone to work the front counter & help customers, while you make sandwiches in the back. That is no way to take care of your customers, I am not waiting around for god only knows how long for her to make a bunch of sandwiches at 9am in the morning. Will NOT be returning here any time soon. read more

This is a very clean & pleasant place to buy your breakfast, coffee & other pastries. The staff are very professional & respectful! Cafe Tapioca is my #1 place for my breakfast!! read more

Been here many times in the past but have only ordered drinks. I've always wanted to try their sandwiches, so today I was working in Hercules so I decided to stop by. Its the first time since the remodeling and it looks allot better. I got the ham & cheese on a croissant and it was worth every penny. The croissant was not to buttery which I liked, and the ingredients were very fresh. The creamy avocado and crisp jalapeños were also a pleasant surprise. read more

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Definitely our go to boba shop. Excellent customer service. The remodel looks great too. While you're there pick up some yummy donuts and sandwiches and of course their lucky lotto tickets. read more

I wanted some boba. Came across this shop in a plaza. Didn't see any sandwiches or pastries that were vegan friendly BUT they did sell Lotto-- scratchers and weekly games like Super Lotto, etc.. ..and the boba was pretty good too. read more

Cafe Tapioca - the entrance to the restaurant - Cafes Near Me - Hercules, California

Michelle is the nicest person and has the best drink and best service ever,they also have great donuts and breakfast sandwiches and everything is made with love read more

Wow, I stumbled upon this place because I have my daily boba craving but most places didn't open until 11am. I walk in and their menu is extensive with breakfast foods and unique drinks. I ordered my usual jasmine green tea milk with boba (tapioca) and then the GIANT croissants caught my eye. Michelle said she had some fresh ones that just came out the oven and I couldn't refuse. That was the BEST croissant I've ever had and I truly cannot wait to go out my way to have another. The milk tea was good but I didnt enjoy the boba much as it wasn't as fresh and gummy as I prefer it to be. But the croissant out weighs that so 5 stars for them! read more

This restaurant is welcoming, i ordered a breakfast sandwich #1 and an apple fritter. I enjoyed my meal and i will be coming back here, its hard to find good restaurants in Hercules ca especially positive ones where the owners are really nice, you have yourself a loyal customer i will be back! read more

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I had a chance to sample a donut that she had made and was amazing. The donut fresh and moist my former coworker even had one and he was amazed. We were not cops but worked at the time for a billion dollar company the back story is she just made them and had extras to give out prior to delivering them. We were at work and she offered the sample and man that donut ignited me to even work harder. read more

One of those places that are questionable at first, then you give it a try and are pleasantly surprised. I came here based on the raving reviews and perhaps I should've come here for lunch instead. Their sandwiches look bomb from the other reviews. I posted a picture of the updated menu which was hard to find here. The set up is random with fish tanks on the floor, side benches, and behind the cashier looked like a gas station with lottery tickets and scratchers. The donuts are few and I'm not sure if it's because they were bought already or it was leftover from the day before. They have random snacks on the other side. One thing that was super nostalgic was the Vietnamese sugar bread! I haven't had one of those since I was a kid! They sell bagels but I guess they have only a selected few of the types of bagels because there aren't any options displayed. I ordered a breakfast sandwich (ham and cheese) on a croissant. It was quick and warm. The sandwich was tasty and filling. Nothing that made me jump out my boots though. I'd give this place another try for their lunch sandwiches as those look good. For boba? Not sure why when we have Sharetea down the street. read more

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Michelle is so gorgeous and has the best energy I've ever felt in my life! And, the food is fantastic!!!! The best service in the world! One stop shop for my lottery tickets, donuts, croissants and hot tea. read more

Cafe Tapioca - Number 4 is delicious!!! - Cafes Near Me - Hercules, California

The ambiance is fantastic,Michell is very outgoing she knows the name of her customers. The atmosphere is light and pleasing, Michell now has equipment to make her own pastries, which are AMAZING. If you haven't tasted them yet , Your missing out read more

Great tuna sandwich with all the fixins. Really sweet store run by super sweet people. Go here instead of subway. read more

Cafe Tapioca - Insanely good tuna sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Hercules, California

Really good Thai tea and I love the donuts . Owner is so cool and friendly ,do visit them

One of the best tuna sandwiches in the state. Need to call ahead though to make sure she has it as some days to time consuming for her to get it all made up for the day. A few outside tables where my dog Rosie and I set. Owners are a pair of the nicest people I've run across read more

Cafe Tapioca - Tuna Sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Hercules, California

I used to visit Cafe Tapioca at least once a week when my kids were going into school. It was their Friday treat to end the week. It is owned and operated by two of the nicest people. Tony and the lady (never caught her name) are there everyday and know almost everyone that goes in. I was surprised when one day the lady asked where my husband was because he used to always come in to get a Vietnamese coffee. This is why I give them 5 stars despite other reviews saying their boba is subpar. Yes, their boba is not the best around, but they are a small operation with only a handful of workers. There is no way they would be able to keep up with the volume while having to make custom drinks with tea and boba from scratch. But, if you have ever tried their Vietnamese Coffee, it is delicious. I can eat any donut, but I really enjoy their Apple fritters which sell out, so don't go in too late. I have also had their breakfast sandwiches and always enjoyed them. They are not gourmet but they are fresh, especially if you get them on a croissant. But as I stated before, the biggest selling point is their service. They will remember what you order and try to get everyone in and out as quickly as possible. Just be warned that they get extra busy on lottery days. I went last week and the line was out the door. Also, if you live in the area, you know how much Tony loves Hercules and this country. His truck says it all. read more

Best expresso and service in the Bay Area. Michelle is sweet and sassy and stamps the shop with her delightful personality. read more

Tastey breakfast sandwiches. I usually go for the croissant sandwich, they're baked fresh in house.

Love this place, always great customer service and their breakfast sandwiches are it! Whichever you choose make sure you ask in croissant form. Plus their tapioca drinks and shakes are delicious. I go there every time I crave a breakfast sandwich read more

The staff is absolutely wonderful. And the smoothies a re the world's best I recommend this place to everyone read more

Cafe Tapioca Is A Must Go To! Tony And Michelle Have A Amazing Place To Eat, Delicious Doughnuts, And Also The Most Tasty Drinks! They Have The Best Sandwiches Around! I Encourage You All To Stop By And Experience It For Yourself! Cafe Tapioca Has Great Ownership, Management, The Best Employees, And Amazing Ambiance And Atmosphere As Well! If You Are In Town, Come Around. And Get The Best Tasting Cup Of Mocha, At Cafe Tapioca! read more

Cafe Tapioca - My Favorite Sandwich In Town! Turkey Cranberry On Croissant Bread! - Cafes Near Me - Hercules, California

Cafe Tapioca is a quickie stop-in to get some food. And you need to know where it is, otherwise you'll have a hard time finding it. Say you're going to Home Depot. Ya drive up the hill, and come to a big parking lot, with Home Depot clear on the other end. Don't go there yet; instead, hang a right to a small collection of shops, and you'll find Cafe Tapioca. Here you'll find donuts, bagels, croissants, sandwiches, potato chips, and lottery tickets. The donuts look normal size. I asked for a sausage, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich, and although it was a little small, it tasted pretty good. I don't know if there's any hot sauce for the egg. It's basically get in and get out. There are several places to sit, but everyone there, including me, got their food to go. Not much more to write here. Cafe Tapioca is a good option for your breakfast or lunch if you're looking for only good food and don't care about a great dining experience. read more

This is only in reference to the Tai tea boba. The Tai tea was good which is why I gave them two stars BUT the boba is horrible. I've been to quite a few boba places and their boba is by far the worst. Every time I took a sip of my drink I had to spit the boba out...needless to say I won't come back for boba tea. read more

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this is my favorite place the coffee is amazing the drinks are amazing the food is amazing it's a hidden gem!!!!! read more

My wife and I come here for the Vietnamese Iced Coffee. We are very particular when it comes to our ice coffee. It's authentic and consistent. Best ice coffee within a large radius. read more

Cafe Tapioca - Vietnamese Ice Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Hercules, California

Love their bobas with friendly business owners, always so welcoming and stays open later than most businesses around them.

Has always been a favorite place to visit when stopping by Hercules. The drinks and pastries are always made fresh and accurately. But, to be honest, I miss the old owners... The renovations are nice, I'm glad they have new lights and indoor seating now, but I don't understand why they took out the fish...it gave it a kind of charm, and I missed watching them on my way in or out. Still, it's a quaint little place with convenient and fresh food options, and I recommend for anyone wanting to visit somewhere calm and out of the way. read more

Cafe Tapoica has a lot to offer, a mix of donuts, boba, breakfast in a very small space. offerings: expresso, donuts, breakfast, sammies, pastries, bagels, boba drinks, etc. eats: french crueller (1) -not melt in mouth, not freshly made. saw a lot of donuts on display for post noon, not a good sign. crumbs: -notice italian sodas used for making fruit boba drinks, a good sign. natural sugar, not frutose. -quick, courteous service, few patrons inside -not a lot of seating. read more

This place has donuts and munchie snacks (sandwiches,chips and ramen too if you're in the mood for a cup of noodles lol) along with your boba of choice. The owner is always really friendly too. Can't go wrong an you're supporting a small business :) read more

Cafe Tapioca - Lychee Black Tea and mango slushy w mango jelly - Cafes Near Me - Hercules, California

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I went to pick up my phone order this morning with my 10 year old. Michelle must have been having a bad day. My kids like the character drinks, and I saw 2 they didn't have. I went to buy them, and she charged me $4 each. I said, "Oh no, I didn't realize... I asked my daughter to put them back. I explained that I was putting them back because I could get a 3 pack for like $4. And she said, "Oh no, that's bullshit." I said, "No, really at Walmart." And she said that's where I shop. I tried to just let it go and give her my scratcher, but she didn't take it and helped the man behind me. I go there often, I stood up for her and wrote positive reviews when someone tried to "cancel" them. Unfortunately, this will be the last ham and cheese croissant I get from there. read more

Cafe Tapioca - Ham and cheese croissant - Cafes Near Me - Hercules, California

Come here if you want to wait forever for your drink. Was second in line, but once I ordered, the place was jam packed. Waited nearly 20 min for my drink with hardly anywhere to stand. I guess everyone just trying to get their coffee and lottery tickets before noon. Giving 3 stars cause my boba was actually pretty good read more

Very Friendly staff. I recommend the croissants. If you like to play the lottery they have a lot of choices

I was there and the lady was upset because I told her I didn't want boba in my drink and she still did it. She seemed confrontational after I told her I clearly said no boba. She seemed to be in a weird mood already and took it out on me. The food and drinks are okay but the service is not.. I won't be going there anymore. read more

Donut twist was hard as hell and didn't taste pleasant at all. It's 10am and it seems like that donut was from yesterday nothing was fresh about this donut ! read more

Great vibe, fast service, better quality drink than other milk tea place. Easy to find parking. read more

Cafe Tapioca - Mango soda - Cafes Near Me - Hercules, California