My husband and I decided to eat here after church on Sunday. The place was clean, bright, and even if they kept the old decor, it doesn't bother me. However, the server, while very nice, didn't seem to know the menu very well. There seemed to be confusion when ordering and when the food came out, it had to be sent back because nothing was correct, and it was missing items that the menu said it came with. Furthermore, the servers seemed to be covering way too many tables, and we waited a very long time to get our check and had to go find someone to print it for us. Also, the owner or manager was sitting in a booth next to us and listening to loud videos on his phone and doing absolutely nothing to help. He wasn't running checks even though multiple tables were clearly waiting for the check; he wasn't running food; he wasn't bussing tables; didn't notice our food was sent back even though he was seated next to us. Tons of great places to eat in Alameda so this place isn't going to be our choice again. To end on a positive note, I felt the prices were reasonable. read more

We visited on a Sunday at 1pm for brunch. The restaurant was mostly empty. As other reviews have said, this place still has all of its crab restaurant decor up from the previous tenants, which we found confusing. We weren't sure what sort of place we had come to. There is a parking lot and outdoor seating along the sidewalk, which is nice. They have a small kids menu. The booths are large. The brunch menu is pretty simple in its offerings, and expensive. ($17 for French toast, eggs and bacon, almost $20 for a sandwich). The food we had was nothing special. My husband's Coke didn't taste right. My eggs tasted like they were cooked in coconut oil. My husband's ABC burger had no avocado. I wouldn't go back unless we really needed a place with parking. read more

My girlfriend and I were seated and waited entirely too long...not very impressed by that.. read more

Cape 7 Cafe - Not packed at all. - Hong Kong Style Cafe Near Me - Alameda, California

I was on the Webster Street side and knew that Shell Shock sushi had changed hands. I tried it with some friends for breakfast. There was only one other couple in the whole place. The decor is still goofy and strange, the booths still slide around because they aren't nailed to the floor, the waiter was awkward and slow, and the place is still freezing cold. But the one star is based solely on the food service. We all tasted each other's food and here is what we found: - the corned beef hash comes straight out of a can. I would rather go to Jim's where they make their corned beef from real corned beef - the prices are super expensive for nothing special - the country potatoes are covered in weird oil and strange spices that don't taste good - none of us ate ours - the benedicts were served on untoasted english muffins - we were there for over an hour and only offered one refill of coffee - the pancakes were gummy - they do not serve real maple syrup! How is that possible for these exorbitant prices??? I know the owner used to run a successful hotpot place. Why not do hotpot in Alameda? His other business is a gas station. He doesn't know American style classic breakfast, and that is okay. Please do hotpot instead!! For value in Alameda, go to Jim's. If you want something special on Webster, go to WesCafe, which is a family owned business and they make tastier breakfast from scratch. So many of these five star reviews are gushing about the PARKING. That should tell you something LOL read more

I decided to come here for dinner as I live near by and didn't want to cook. The lunch/brunch menu looked great the dinner was vastly different. I was in the mood for diner food casual- but the menu was limited and more on the meat/potatoes / veggie options than burgers and sandwiches. They did have a burger on the menu and I got that, I didn't want to be rude and leave. It was okay - had a nice flavor but it was on two huge sourdough slices that engulfed the meat and just disintegrated. Fries weren't salted. I think it could be a good place just needs a few tweaks and larger dinner menus- the brunch menus was huge! read more

We have ate here several times and all were a good experience. Today, I'm not sure what happened! We waited so so long. My eggs were really runny and barely cooked at all, as were the sausage links! I spoke to and showed the manager, his response was "thanks". People go to a restaurant to have a nice quality time, not to feel ill. Also I'm thinking instead of the kids meal we ordered for my son, we received an adult portion. I think this is what made our total so ridiculous. I am not sure what happened today, maybe they were really busy. They seem so have a bunch of new staff. Whatever the case may be, what surely needs to take place is safe food handling and preparation. read more

Outstanding!! The service was great! The food was great!! The prices were very reasonable! I highly recommend this spot! read more

Great atmosphere with about 15 window booths. Great food, crispy hash browns, friendly staff. A great new brunch option - also nice outside seating with umbrellas x read more

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My family and I had Sunday breakfast here. The eggs benedict with hashbrowns were delicious, as were the blueberry pancakes. The staff was friendly too. Happy to have this new breakfast option in Alameda. read more

Another great afternoon brunch(#4 since they've opened)The omelettes are amazing and staff friendly and fast usual. read more

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Excellent food and service staff! The brunch menu is especially good and they now serve all day brunch as well. The food is fresh and everything is seasoned to perfection. My favorite brunch item is the crab cakes Benedict, which comes with two fresh crab cakes with eggs over easy on two muffins with hollandaise sauce that is to die for! They also have other items such as the beef noodle soup, bento boxes etc if I'm looking for more variety / lunch / dinner items. The decor of the restaurant is nice and the bathroom is also clean. Highly recommend and would come back again! read more

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Saw Cape 7 when we were looking for a place to eat breakfast on Webster and thought to try them out. Unfortunately when we were finally seated, we had to chase down any server to order coffee. After about 10 minutes of waiting for someone to take our order, we decided to leave. I hope they try to improve their service because I love to try their seafood. read more

This place keeps changing and the decor just doesn't match with what they are serving. Large menu but not everything is available. Service is ok. The rude old man who is the owner was very distracting. You can hear him getting mad at his staff. The food is not worth the long wait or the price. I don't think the health inspector check this place yet. I don't think they're going to last. I do not recommend eating here. read more

I ordered the organic steel cut oatmeal it was a big bowl for $8. You get raisins, brown sugar and honey on the side. It tasted good. My husband ordered the thick cut French toast. I had a piece of the French toast and it was good.The ambiance was nice, the decor is seaside themed. The waitress was very nice and courteous. read more

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So excited this is open so I took my husband and daughter for breakfast today. Huge portions, excellent service, and delicious food. It's cute and comfy inside, can't wait to go back. Highly recommend! read more

Great new breakfast spot in alameda! I had the fried chicken and waffles and thought it was delicious. Servers were super friendly and great ambiance overall. Would come again! read more

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Something's fishy about this place. New owners kept the decor, furniture, decorations, *everything* from the seafood place that was there before. But... the menu is more like diner food. The waitress was nice, but there were a lot of "no's" here. No diet soda, no refills, no, that's a lunch item, etc., etc. Clam chowder was obviously canned, it had a tin taste to it. Decent fries. Burger was just ok. Better to go to the Nations across the street. No idea how they're still in business. Maybe their breakfast slaps. read more

Not good food, not good workers there Opened 4 months, already raised the price Table stainless steel, very cold. Chair uncomforatable. read more

A wonderful place to have breakfast! I love the decor, they didn't change anything from the previous seafood restaurant and it's amazing.

So: First, I really really want this place to succeed. We sorely need a straight-up old-school diner on this side of the island. And the breakfast menu sort of indicates that maybe it kind of wants to be that, sort of. But the breakfast selection is pretty basic, and there's not too much variety. Apparently they do dinner too -- which, if it were me, I'd just focus on making it the best diner on the West side, and not burn the resources to try to make it something it isn't. But whatever. It used to be a crab shack, and before that a sushi place, and before that another sorta sushi crabby place. And all the decorations look like they're held over from then. I think they called it Cape 7 simply so they could keep the decor. Which is fine and actually pretty charming, but when you come in expecting a brunch, Jim's-style, diner experience and see rope lights and big plastic sea animals hanging form the ceiling, it's a little jarring. But for such a big space, the ambience is surprisingly nice. I went alone for breakfast on a Thursday morning, so there were like three or four diners in the whole place. But even more servers! All of whom were very nice, but seem to still need some training -- my server didn't really know the menu. So when I ordered, I had to page through and point to what I was talking about. And then, they didn't know to ask what side I wanted, and had to come back for that. Again, no big given that the place just opened, but that experience did sort of reinforce that the restaurant isn't finished. Like it's still finding itself. I had the cordon bleu benedict, which sounded awesome: ham, swiss, poached egg, hollandaise, on a croissant! Yum! And it was tasty, but it was also not hot. And the hashbrowns were a little over done on the outside and under done on the inside. So: I think it's good for a quick breakfast with the kids, or solo, but it still needs to decide what kind of experience it's going to be. I hope it does. Because I'll probably try it again. read more

I came yesterday for their soft opening. My server was really nice and the food was good. The omelets are definitely something to try! It seemed like they were still getting the hang of things, but it sure shows a lot of promise. Lots of space and clean pretty bathrooms. Will be back! read more

We went there on a Tuesday afternoon and got pretty good brunch! I ordered healthy scramble and it is tasty, very healthy and delicious at the same time! Also the fruit cup is fresh. Would def go again! read more

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Very happy dining experience. I like the atmosphere of the restaurant very much and delicious food.

The waiters were really helpful and kind!! the food was also super good and the decor is nicely themed. 10/10 recommend. :) read more

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We'd driven by this restaurant for a while so thought we'd try out their breakfast. Portions were large and prices were reasonable, but the flavors were somewhat lacking. Everything we ordered just tasted off...even the eggs and bacon. Not sure how that is possible. Maybe they use subpar ingredients? The servers were very nice though. Unfortunately we won't be coming back. read more

Love the vegetable scramble. I change a few things tho....Switch the hash browns to country potatoes, also regular egg scrambled instead of egg whites. Add a side of hollandaise sauce on the side. Yummy. read more

Unfortunately this was one of the most mediocre meals I've ever eaten. It was like greasy-diner fare. Not tasty, not flavorful, just blah. I honestly wanted to walk out when my food was served. They did give me what I ordered, so I knew I had to pay for it, but it was not at all enjoyable. If I was really hungry and this was the only spot around for a hundred miles, I recommend keep driving. Especially since Alameda has so many other fantastic options, this one was just a bummer. The servers were nice and professional, but the food was way lame. read more

My gosh this place is great! The menu is full of nice solid breakfast options, the staff is super nice, and since it's such a big space I don't feel like I need to finish up and leave so others can get in. They kept the decor from the previous place (a crab joint?) which gives the whole enterprise a kind of hermit crab vibe (which itself is kind of charming). I really hope they stick around though! So glad I came in. Looking forward to some long breakfast and coffee work sessions in months to come. read more

Very disappointing service and food was terrible. Ordered the ahi burger with fries. We were served hot canned tuna fish that was smashed in a stale bun. Fries were frozen and tasted bad. We asked to speak to manager but was ignored and no other customers in restaurant!! The food was inedible and server still charged full price. Don't waste your time or money at this restaurant read more

Horrible! Three of us had dinner and we all ordered the ahi tuna burger and got tuna fish sandwiches. When we brought it to the waitress's attention, she told us the menu said tuna. When we corrected her she was like is there a difference. The french fries were clearly frozen and were cold and tasted like cardboard. We chose to leave then eat the horrible food and we complained and she did not offer an apology. When we asked her if she really thought we should pay for our meals that we barely ate she said we could order something else but most of the items on the menu were not available. We asked if we could speak to the manager, who was the only other person in the restaurant and was told he was busy. I have no idea what their breakfast is like but please take my advice and do not go there for dinner. read more

We stopped for breakfast. The coffee was not great but passable. The food was better than an average diner, but I would honestly pay more for better, or more special offerings cooked with a little more passion and creativity. I'd love a fresh green onion pancake alongside the hashbrowns to bring something unique culturally to try. Cape 7 comes across as whitebread suburban diner food that you can get anywhere. As a sidenote, I had no idea it was a nautical themed family restaurant... big fiberglass shark etc... if I was sitting in there at night with a margarita, it might work. read more

The place just opened and we all ordered Steak and it was good. I got green beans which were surprisingly good and a salad. The food was seasoned nicely. It is not a Michelin star restaurants but neither are the prices, they were reasonable. We definitely will be returning. They were not busy as a lot of people don't realize it is there yet. What I liked is they didn't remodel the place but just moved in. The place was nice as it is and they didn't need to spend a lot of money is start up costs. I never understood the reasoning of gutting the place, buying all new furniture and fixtures when starting a business when the place itself is perfectly fine to start out with. This is one of the few restaurants that has a parking lot in Alameda which is nice. read more

From the chaotic and confusing decor, the multitude of banners and signs, the unfocused menu from breakfast to hot pot?, to the cheap ingredients, preparation, and presentation to the long wait (50 min) for food at an empty restaurant, we are left befuddled, hungry and grossed out. Why? Do you see how successful restaurants operate? Do you see how aesthetics are important to people who choose to take their time and money to go to your restaurant? In your vision board for this restaurant was it necessary to keep a nautical theme from the previous owners, add a hot pot and Uji time? Do you see how there is a line for the brunch spot across the street? Do you see why? Do you ask yourselves these questions? Diners are becoming more discerning and sophisticated needing healthy and quality options. No alternative milks in 2025- really? This place will always look like a Sizzlers, but from the odd name, to the semi working LED lights, the flags, and fake plants, this place needs some redirection and a new vision. People want a brunch spot that is inviting and delicious. Shape up or ship out Cape 7! read more

Had a great breakfast here today. Had El Paso eggs Benedict, yummy. Great service too. read more

Excellent breakfast and new addition to Alameda's Webster street. Great to see a new restaurant pop up and suggest y'all give it a shot. It's really good. A great option to have a nice meal. Lots of parking available, great service, and good food. Large portions and very enjoyable. Less expensive than across the street too, lol. Omelette's are big and full of your selected items. Had a bacon avocado and cheese, fantastic! wife had eggs benedict, super duper. going back soon! read more

We go often and like the spot - especially Saturday when have band playing. But... really want to see them bump food quality a little and service a lot. Although staff is super nice, something seems off organizationally that lets a lot fall through the cracks. read more

Me and two other people visited Cape 7 Cafe, the first person had steak and eggs. The other person had fried chicken and waffles and I had the barbecue burger. The burger was juicy for medium-rare . That's what I want. The cheese melted very nicely the bacon strips was crispy, lettuce was fresh, tomato was juicy, and adding avocado was a nice and refreshing touch. The waffle was crisp and light and the fried chicken was cooked to perfection. The service was great and they answered our questions. Why I'm giving them a four stars because the chairs were hard and no cushioning so I'm hoping in time that they will add cushions on the chairs or buy new chairs with extra extra cushioning read more

Went today for lunch with my hubby & grandson. I ordered the BLT, my hubby ordered 2 pancakes, my grandson ordered the children's cheese grill with fries. We sat there waiting & waiting. After almost 30 minutes our waitress came over to let me know that they didn't have any bacon. By this time, I was really upset because it had taken them so long to figure out that there was no bacon. What I didn't understand was they have a large variety of breakfast items and how can they have no bacon.After waiting for another 10 minutes we asked them when the rest of the order would be ready? They went to the back and they came back with my grandson grilled cheese sandwich. It was missing the french fries. I asked him where they were and he said they were out of french fries. My grandson does not want potato salad. He was looking forward to his french fries. This time we just walked out. If I could give this Restaurant zero stars, I would. Never again! read more

The wait time was ridiculously long. Our door order went in at 3:30p and it was 4:10p before it started coming out, only after complaining. I did receive my apple juice after 40minutes. There were only 8 people in the restaurant other than us!!! My French toast was cold when they arrived. The absolute worst service and wait time I have ever experienced. read more

Awesome new breakfast spot in Alameda! Friendly staff, classic breakfast food, outdoor seating and giant mimosas, can't beat that!!