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.

Pros: PLENTY of seating, this place is pretty big for a coffee shop, beans for sale, solid options…read morefor baked goods, enjoyable sandwiches, friendly workers. Cons: can be a pretty busy spot, not the most consistent, the specific beans I like aren't always available. Notes: Thought I had written a review here a while back as they are a part of my post Oakland airport tradition. My routine, fly into to Oakland, drive to Moussaka for lunch (rip the former chef/owner and restaurant), head 2 doors down to Zocalo for coffee on the ride home. If my flight was extra early and Moussaka was closed still, Zocalo was more than good enough to fit my food and coffee needs.

Great food, great ambiance, sublime service. I always order the same thing and they remember my…read moreorder especially the cranberry margaritas. Free refills on coffee and great for kids. My favorite Julisa's French toast with powdered sugar.

Once again, great food…read more Once again, great service Once again, ambience and eclectic This time we had Chilaquiles. Chocolate shake. , pancakes. Huevos Al la Mexicana, Mexican omelette and fish and chips All was amazing

I had dined at Paradiso once before and when I came back it was even better than I remember. I…read moredidn't have a reservation, but luckily I was able to put my name down on a Tuesday evening. All of the items on the menu sounded delicious. I chose between the salmon belly and the Hokkaido scallops, and went with the scallops. They did not disappoint! My cousin had the seafood fettuccine and she said it was fantastic. Our server, Teresa, was knowledgeable and friendly. She had the most charming Halloween themed sparkling earrings on. Our meal was delicious and the pace of the evening was just right. We were having such a lovely evening we didn't even realize we were finishing up dessert past closing time! I would definitely recommend Paradiso to anyone who appreciates good food and a fun and active atmosphere. I look forward to my next visit.

Walked in on a Saturday night with no reservations around 6:30 and was seated right away for a…read moreparty of two. We ordered the brussel sprouts, Venetian aracini, summer special with swordfish, and rigatoni bolognese. The brussel sprouts were tossed and coated in parmesan cheese. The pieces were crispy without feeling heavy and paired nicely with the chili aioli. The aracinis were delectable. The filling was creamy, but the tomatoes provided freshness to the dish. The swordfish is plated on top of basil pesto risotto. Never had swordfish before, but this had my tastebuds dancing. The piece of fish was decently sized, marinated and moist, although the risotto can get a bit heavy. The pasta was cooked to al dente, and there were chunks of meat throughout the dish. Solid plate of pasta. Came out already topped with parmesan cheese. Some of their menu items are a part of a pre fixe menu for $55 thats offered in the afternoons Monday-Friday such as the salmon, short rib, and chicken piccata options. There is a bar area located deep in the restaurant. The servers were attentive and checked up on us and refilled our water several times.

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!

First time here (came for brunch) and wow, what a meal! Everything we ordered was incredible…read more The grilled rockfish was cooked to perfection: juicy, tender, and topped with crispy garlic and capers. The grilled oysters were phenomenal! So fresh with the slightest hint of sweetness. The mushroom and yam fritters sitting on top of mint chutney completely blew me away. Such a unique and delicious combination! The oxtail with grits was another standout. A generous, hearty portion with such rich, deep flavors, absolutely delicious and very satisfying. For drinks, we had the Vietnamese iced coffee and the egg custard coffee, which wasn't overly sweet. The egg custard on top was light, fluffy, and delicious. 10/10 recommend! The service was great! Can't wait to come back and try the dinner menu.

I am absolutely livid after our recent experience at Top Hatters Kitchen and Bar. We made a…read morereservation for 7:30 PM for a party of 5 expecting a pleasant dinner. We were completely ignored for 30 minutes after being seated; my husband finally had to flag down a staff member just to get our initial drink order taken. Our drinks didn't arrive until 8:20 PM, at which point we were abruptly told that the kitchen was closing soon. Because we were not informed of this early closing time when we booked our 7:30 PM reservation, we felt rushed and pressured to order immediately. To make matters worse, they forgot my fish order entirely. When I brought it to the waiter's attention, the meal I received ended up making me sick. Between the appalling service and the food quality issues, we feel like we threw away over $700. We will never be returning.

I had breakfast there a few days ago. Everything was delicious and the staff was attentiveread more

Not enough server's during slow hours.. Very nice…read morerestaurant, newer interior..nice. Friendly staff , but a little disorganized..

A total hidden gem in the area!!! Reasonably priced!…read moreService is always wonderful and the dishes come out super fast!! This is the place I wanted to gate keep! But the food is soooo wonderful I can't help not telling everyone how yummy it is!!! I always get the poke bowl and it's always flavorful and the texture is great! It's also super filling! My partner loves the chicken katsu ramen!!! The vibe of the restaurant is chill and I always love how they decorate!!! Overall 10/10 love going here!

Walked in at 1pm on Sunday, restaurant was literally empty. The aesthetic of the restaurant is a…read morevery cozy and Japanese, with lots of paintings and trinkets. We were provided a pretty good deal of buy 1 get one 50% off and a buy one get one free appetizer. We ordered the spicy miso tonkotsu ramen, it says spicy, but pretty mild, if you can handle a deseeded jalapeño, you should be able to tolerate the spice. Ramen broth was a bit bland and needed more sodium, there was also an underlying sweetness to it. Takoyaki was crispy, just a few pieces of octopus though and mostly flour. Service was quick, they brought out everything at the same time.

I love this place. Been eating here since I was young. Service is always good, the food is fresh…read moreoff the grill and the portions are perfect. Today I had my go to chicken apple sausage omelette with hash browns cooked crispy by request. Never disappoints me one bit. A San Leandro local fav and total breakfast gem

Classic breakfast place. It's not my favorite breakfast spot but it does the job. I usually order…read morethe 2 egg breakfast with bacon and sourdough toast. Can't go wrong. There isn't a ton of seating so it's best to call ahead and order take out, but then it's not as fresh.

I can't believe living in east Oakland for many years I've never tried this place .. Anyway I was…read morein town and wanted a good quick breakfast.. My daughter suggested this place and we ordered from Door Dash.. It was delicious. I ordered the chicken and waffles and the only thing that could have been better was the chicken needed a little more seasoning.. other than that it was cooked perfectly, crispy coating and juicy inside.. the waffles were delicious as well .. so I would definitely recommend this place . Until next time, Happy Eating !

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

We had a great experience at Elios. The service was absolutely amazing from start to finish. We…read morewere seated as soon as we walked through the door, and everything was nice and clean. The food portions are a really good size--we had so much left over that we were able to take it home and have it for dinner later! The mimosa flight was $28 and was a nice size and definitely worth trying. The only con was that it was pretty warm in the back area where we were seated, but it didn't take away from the overall experience. We will definitely be back! Great atmosphere, good food, amazing service, and a nice spot to catch a game and hang out. Highly recommend!

Elio's is one of our favorite restaurants in the neighborhood. They serve liver, not too many…read morerestaurants do. We've dined here many times in the past. Service is very good. Our food was good as always. I had the Reuben, very nicely done! Portions are huge, so plenty to take home. Every visit to San Leandro means a stop at Elio's with our 95 year old Mom.