Coffee Connoisseur here ‍ I've done coffee crawls in Portland, OR and have tried many different…read morekinds of lattes. I like to look for new spins on lattes to see what barista's are whipping up to make things unique. I came in thinking I was going to get a basic latte, but the Borgia Mocha caught my eye! I asked the cashier if it was a good choice and she recommended it. I was a little unsure how the two would blend and how much orange they would use in it, but it came out amazing! Honestly probably one of the top 10 unique mocha's I have tried and it was delicious! I loved the burst of refreshing orange that complimented the chocolate. The flavors danced on my tastebuds like two separate flavors that blended together as one. Each holding their own note that added value to the drink making it unique. I was instantly impressed and wish I found this on more menus! A classic mocha with a refreshing twist of orange was a pleasant surprise! I'm so glad I stopped in for a pick me up! I also loved all the art on the large walls and there looked to be plenty of tables and seating for people to eat and work at.

=== Incredible coffee and food. Great vibes ===…read more First, awesome experience. Second, I hate that I keep finding these experiences an HOUR away from where I live. Was meeting up with a friend from Berkeley and he found this spot in between the both of us. Pros and cons! + The coffee - holy shit. Got a cortado. And drank it without sugar it was so good. A touch of bitter (it's coffee - duh!) but so smooth, almost nutty but buttery at the same time. + Got a chicken salad sandwich. It came stacked HIGH with hints of sweetness and curry. Freshest produce. Honestly, I was hungry but could only eat half of it, it was so big. + Friend got a warmed cinnamon bun. Incredible. Yeasty, chewy almost crisp on the outside but pillowy soft on the inside. + Wide open space inside -- high ceilings, one big central area. Not tucked away spaces -- which might or might not match your preference. + Perfect amount of coffeehouse buzz. Music playing lowish in the background and lots of conversations. Just enough to quell my ADHD tendencies. * Honestly can't think of any negatives. Prices are a bit high but happy to pay it for such a quality experience. I think my cortado was decently priced -- maybe $6 or so? Sandwich was $18 or so but done really well and came with a bowl of soup (chips, fruit, and something else was an option instead of soup, but tomato bisque with a sandwich? Divine.) - An hour away from where I live but if you live anywhere East Bay, my curse is your blessing ;-)

Came here with my Sorors. They wanted to brunch and I wanted Mimosas. This place has both. We…read moreparked on the street. The wait was about 10 to 15 mins long. We sat in a both. One ordered patty melt and fries and the other ordered avocado, chicken sausage and potatoes. I had French fries. Food came out quick and hot. They both enoyed their meals. I got both a strawberry mimosa and a peach one. So did my fellow Sorors. We even asked for less juice and they accommodated us. I world most certainly come back to this spot. You can tell that it is well liked by many patrons.

This is still one of my favorite spots in SL. They have yummy waffles and other delicious breakfast…read moreitems. We have brought family and friends here and everyone has enjoyed it. The service is good and the ambiance is pretty relaxing and quiet. It ma be nostalgia for me, but I feel like this place is great because it's still good even years later.

Thank you for accommodating all our requests Drove in to…read morehave early dinner after graduation at Cal before heading for flight at the airport Food is delicious and beautifully plated Portions are very good We ended up ordering 6 appetizer, soup, salad and 5 entrees to share family style and still couldn't finish it all with 8 hungry adults. Dishes were all so flavorful and hearty The roasted beet salad was wonderful as was the lamb chops Cioppino had so much seafood Great for the milder palates since it did not have the pepper Prime rib rigatoni was so delicious and filling. Glad we shared it! Large tables available for larger parties too. Kid friendly. Draw on the table

Came in at about 3pm with family for an early dinner. The restaurant is modern, yet cozy…read more The food itself was fine, but am unsure of the value given the price point considering this was the "brunch" menu. The plates averaged $35, the calamari was $27. Additionally, the service had some misses -- some items were forgotten or needed reminders, so we just decided to not bother to ask so that we didn't delay eating. I'm unsure if we'd visit again, but love that this is a San Leandro staple.

My friend got me some desserts for my birthday. Pistachio…read morericotta cake was too sweet for my palate but it is as soft as you would imagine. Almost reminds me of the texture of tres leches. Biscotti brookie was a large portion and also very sweet but a good texture.

I discovered Dessertchu on Apple Maps when looking at what's nearby Zocalo Coffeehouse. Best…read moredecision ever to stop by! I originally came in for Dubai inspired chocolate pistachio cheesecake but was instead greeted so warmly by head pastry chef Nile! She is full of life and so passionate about her baked goods. I almost wanted to buy one of everything after hearing about each item. Desserts: *Blueberry Ube Cheesecake *Pistachio Ricotta Cake *Dubai Pistachio Chocolate Cake with Biscoff Cookie Butter *Red Velvet Cheesecake Cup Nile just baked the Dubai cake and mentioned she would have a slice for herself that night. It was sweet and decadent for sure. Definitely perfect for sharing! I loved the blueberry ube cheesecake and so did Mom! I was looking for my leftovers and they disappeared from the fridge. Creamy and slightly fruity with that thick buttery crust-- amazing! Pistachio Ricotta cake was light and moist. Perfect when you want something delicately sweetened for tea time. Red Velvet cheesecake cup was just ok for me due to the cheesecake frosting. I think I would've preferred a whole slice of cake instead. This bakery kiosk is a part of Turkish-Mediterranean restaurant Moussaka. Interior has the cutest cafe tables and chairs. Love the grey with baby pink + mint green color scheme. Step inside and go directly to the dessert display to place an order. They're also on DoorDash. Can't wait to see what Chef Nile comes up with next!

Every time we visit this restaurant, we've always enjoyed our meals. We arrived at 6 PM without a…read morereservation and were able to get a table since a couple were still available. However, after 6:30 PM, especially on weekends, it becomes difficult to find seating, so I'd recommend making a reservation in advance. We ordered our usual, Focaccia bread and the beetroot salad, which, as always, were absolutely 10/10. This time, we also tried the Madras coconut curry with vegetables. It wasn't overly sweet and had just the right amount of spice, which we really loved. The vegetables were perfectly cooked with a nice crunch. For dessert, we had the Lebane mousse, which was delicious and a perfect way to end the meal. Customer service is always attentive, friendly, and personalized, which makes the dining experience even more enjoyable.

I suggested several Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants near my friend to help her select a place to…read morecelebrate her birthday and Top Hatters caught her interest. Colorful setting, warmly welcoming service and delicious food. We enjoyed ourselves and are looking forward to returning.

My Bestie and I had planned to go to Harry's Hofbrau for Thanksgiving dinner. The line was…read moreLITTERALLY around the corner with people waiting to get in. After taking a trip back to Oakland and back to Harry's, only to see that the line was still very long, we "ended up" at I HOP. I have to say that it was the best thing that could have happened to us! The restaurant was clean and the service was great! We didn't have the Thanksgiving dinner we planned; but ordered breakfast. It was delicious! The portion was very satisfying, and our server, SHANE, was delightful and professional! The manager on duty, whose name I don't remember, was also very kind and professional. We had no idea that this IHOP was here, but by a happy accident, we have discovered it! I've already recommended it to others; and my Bestie and I will be regular visitors there. Thanks so much to all of the staff at IHOP San Leandro, Davis Street. This place is well worth visiting.

I came in for the $7 breakfast special, which includes two eggs, two slices of bacon, and two…read morepancakes. You definitely get what you pay for. The pancakes were cold, the eggs over easy were not fully cooked the way they should be, and the bacon was boring at best. My husband ordered the ham and cheese omelet with two pancakes, with a side of hash browns and he was much happier with his meal, so at least that worked out. A cup of coffee is $4.79 and it is a never-ending pot, so that part is a decent value. Parking is ample, but the service was less than adequate. We went on a Friday mid-morning around 10:30. It was relatively crowded, but the service still felt slow and lackluster. All in all, the food matched the price. Not terrible, not great, just one of those meals where you shrug and say, "We got what we paid for."

Newly discovered ramen place! Love their Tonkotsu ramen! My husband loves their Chicken Katsu. :)read more

My husband and I stopped at Hanami after spending the morning at the Oakland Zoo, and WOW what a…read moregem. I ordered the tonkatsu ramen and my husband got the vegan tofu ramen. Both were so good, but my tonkatsu ramen completely stole the show. This might be the best one I've ever had, and I've had a lot. The broth was rich, and the meat was so flavorful, and just so satisfying. I was already planning my next visit before I even finished my bowl. That's how you know it's good. They have so many items on the menu and everything looked delicious. I really want to try something new next time, but honestly I might just order the tonkatsu ramen again. No regrets.

Literally the best breakfast in San Leandro!…read more It's owned by a Korean family so you can get pork bulgogi as the breakfast meat AND they have grits!!! It's aaaaaaaamazing!

Do you wanna spend nearly $20 for a small mediocre breakfast from people that provide terrible…read morecustomer service and can't even manage to answer the phone then you found the right place. If you'd like to huddle in a super cramped dingy building while you eat your $20 breakfast and then get rushed out the door this is the spot!

Hasn't been here in a couple of years. My co worker mentioned wanting a kitchen sink so we placed…read morethe order over the phone and walked to pick it up. A great treat

Man if you knew Al's cafe on Seminary this is almost the exact same hell they might as well be…read morebrothers. But it's a good hole in the wall spot for breakfast. I've always had good food from here just about anything you can think of. It's clean and it's a small spot so expect to either wait to sit or get your food Togo to avoid having to wait outside. The people are quick and friendly and amazing at how fast they can get you your food knowing that they are there early to prep ahead of time. Check them out at least one time!

Stopped by Elio's Family Restaurant with a big group (12 of us!) and had a great experience…read moreoverall. This place is huge and very busy, but they clearly have their process down because everything came out efficiently and exactly as ordered for everyone in our party -- which is impressive for such a large table. I had a side salad, a virgin Bloody Mary, and the ham, egg & cheese breakfast sandwich. My husband ordered the crispy chicken sandwich, and we shared a strawberry-topped pancake. Everything we tried was delicious and the drinks were great too. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is the long wait to be seated, but honestly it's worthy of the wait. Once you're in, the service moves quickly and smoothly. If you're in the area and looking for a spot that can handle big groups and still deliver good food, I definitely recommend giving Elio's a try.

Finding parking was really easy even during peak dinner hours, as the plaza is rather big but it is…read morenot very busy. Even as walk-ins, our party of 9 was seated quickly. The menu is big and caters to an American diner type of taste; eggs, sandwiches, burgers and similar fare. The service was prompt and friendly, and the food came out at a reasonable time. They're quick to accommodate dietary needs and preferences as well. The food itself was only alright. I ordered one of their specials, the Petrale Sole, and it was under seasoned and a bit too oily for my tastes. It also comes with your choice of soup or salad, along with a separate dinner side (rice, spaghetti, some form of potato, etc.) as well. All of these were also just okay. The pricing is reflective of the plethora of sides, which I personally dislike, as I would prefer lower pricing with no sides if given the option. Overall, this does feel like classic American diner fare, which has never really been my cuisine of choice. It's not bad, by any means, but it doesn't stand out to me.