Hola Cafecito

When I came here over the weekend, the first thing I noticed was how the store was set up to take…read moreorders at the door like it's still 2020. Other than that, the bagels were made fairly quick, and you can dine on their outdoor patio. * New York Lox Special - 3/5 stars. I'll be frank, I took a bite and another bite but it didn't AMAZE me. It's your average lox bagel with tomato, capers, and red onions. The wait was about 10-15 minutes but there was a small line shortly after I ordered. Overall, I wouldn't come back if I were craving a lox bagel to this place because the total for 1 lox bagel came out to be $15 with tip, but it was convenient as this store is located near the highway.

They messed up my order, added cream cheese when I had specifically asked for no cream cheese…read more I brought it back and they made me a new one, but accidentally charged me for it. They also missed on my son's order, he ordered two bagels and only got one, so he had to go back and order the second one again. The bagels themselves were good, and the place has a nice independent vibe. I wanted to like it, and would go back, just wish they would listen better.

Breakfast bagel on everything bagel

Pup cup

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Lox New York Special on jalapeño bagel

Coffee Bandits

4.2(240 reviews)

0.1 mi

Great local spot in downtown Merced. Place is super clean and the employees are really friendly…read more Coffee was very good. I went with a classic hazelnut latte with almond milks Will be visiting again

Coffee Bandits is such a quirky little spot in Merced! I ordered a decaf mocha latte and it was…read morepretty solid. They have plenty of drink options to choose from, and the staff were super friendly and welcoming. I also really liked the unique, laid-back atmosphere. Definitely a fun local coffee shop to check out if you're in the area!

More art at Coffee Bandit. Not sure where they will eventually hang this, but it's LARGE!

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Yum Yum Donuts

3.3(90 reviews)

1.0 mi

Love coming here, especially when my friends and I are craving a midnight snack! Their chocolate…read moredoughnuts are my usual go-to, paired with one of their blended drinks or an iced coffee. Some of their items are tasty, but there are a few that are not too great. I ordered a chocolate chip muffin once and the texture was stale and dry. But the atmosphere is very cozy and there's a certain lady who works there who's really nice! I went again with my boyfriend just yesterday and we ordered their strawberry banana smoothies. Delicious.

I never had a problem here! Definitely a great place to stop by and grab some breakfast or a quick…read morebite! They have pretty good option. As far as I know they don't serve any food at night? I don't know when they stop serving food. Would be nice if they had a sign for that but coffee is great and the donuts are delicious! Sometimes when I'm doing laundry I come here to have a coffee while I'm doing laundry lol

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Joe On the Go Cafe

4.2(154 reviews)

1.0 mi

Such a great find!! We were driving through town on our way to Yosemite. Owners and staff were so…read morefriendly and the food was so delicious. Cute atmosphere as well.

I'm not big on tomato soup, but this was truly delicious. With the all grown up grilled cheese,…read moreperfection!!

Great ambience very well decorated

Breakfast Burrito with sausage and veggies and Hot Cup of Joe. (Not shown: Breakfast Sandwich)

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Tomato soup with an All Grown Up Grilled Cheese.

Native Son

3.8(61 reviews)

0.2 mi

I went into Native Son's coffee before a movie. 1) I love how late this place is open and how cute…read moreit is inside. 2) I need to shout out Adriana, not only did she make our drinks delicious and I mean amazingly good, she recommended us to go enjoy the music playing in the courtyard. She was so patient with me and my friend and provided suggestions for drinks. I would for sure come back again.

Staying at the hotel & stopped in for a glass of wine upon check in & then matcha the following…read moremorning. Both were great/ the strawberry pistachio matcha was the BEST I've ever had!!! They also offer pistachio milk which is so good & not that common to find. Adriana helped me both times & she was great! She was super helpful, friendly and gave me tips for the area. Ambiance, decor, drinks, service-

Such a cute bar area!

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Breakfast burrito with coffee, it was delicious!

Manley's Donut 2

3.9(48 reviews)

0.6 mi

We placed an order for 25 dozen donuts two days before. Didn't get her name but the lady helping…read morewas down to earth and very friendly. They had the donuts done by 7am and forgot to mention the glaze and chocolate donuts very large, fluffy and tasted great! Everybody loved them, we had our fill for a while but will definitely be back!!!

Have tried most other donut shops in Atwater and merced . This place is my favorite so far . Great…read moretaste on their chocolate and maple . Must try will definitely be back .

Glaze donuts

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Jantz Cafe & Bakery

4.2(563 reviews)

1.8 mi

Nice place to have breakfast or lunch serving American/mexican fares. Roomy and clean booth and…read moretables setting. Coffee and pies are extra. Super nice service staff. You can have value menu for light eaters. Plenty of parking. Nice deco. We ordered 3 shrimps tacos, avocado toast and mini breakfast burrito for a quick breakfast. Food came out rather quick. The toast is small and excellent but the tacos and burritos are just ok.

This is my friend's favorite bakery and a must-stop any time she's in Merced. I was with her and so…read moreI had the pleasure of visiting for a late lunch. I wasn't very hungry, so I opted for a bowl of soup with a side of cornbread and a slice of pie to go. The soup was hearty and plentiful. I could have gone for a cup instead, but instead took what I couldn't eat to-go and enjoyed it later. The corn bread was delicious--slightly sweet, and moist enough to not fall apart when I cut into it with my fork. I usually love butter with corn bread, which they offered me, but it didn't need it. I wasn't sure which pie to get-they have so many to pick from. Checking out the options in the bakery case didn't help because they all looked so beautiful. I ended up selecting peach, and it was amazing. The peaches were perfectly caramelized but still maintained their texture. The bake of the pie brought out their ultimate peachiness. The crust was just the right thickness. Even though it was a cold slice, the crust remained flakey. The cafe had ample seating. Service was attentive, but not overbearing. Pricing is on the high end, but I'm not sure how much that is because food is so expensive now-a-days. I was a bit surprised to see sandwich combos (with a side) all starting at around $20, and going up from there. It was after 2 in the afternoon, so the bakery had several 50% off boxes of baked goods to select. Four large cookies for I believe $12 or so (I could be wrong). There weren't too many options left in the bakery cases. I would love to see what this place offers when it first opens. Stay tuned for an update once I get that chance.

Baddies cooking area

Italian panini, salad, and fruit!

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Panera Bread

2.7(199 reviews)

1.3 mi

So I normally don't order from Panera so I'm not entirely knowledgeable of deals they have, but I…read morewas in drive thru and this very sweet lady who was my cashier named Emily told me about their bagel Tuesday and helped me reduce my total amount to pay while also supplying me with more goods for my coworkers! Very welcoming service from here :)

This is by far one of the worst Panera Breads. The service is terrible and slow. They run out of…read morebreakfast items before 9Am consistently. I won't be back for a while. This is literally the 4th time in 2 months they ran out of breakfast items before 9am specifically the soufflés.

Hearty Fireside Chili & Rustic Baked Potato Soup

Kickin' Grilled Cheese & Creamy Tomato Soup Value Duet

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New Sandwiches

Lantern Cafe

4.1(10 reviews)

5.5 mi

They can never get my drinks right, and the drinks taste nasty there. I don't think they're taught…read morehow to make drinks professionally. Everything is overpriced. I always have to correct the student workers to fix my drink because they don't communicate and don't pay attention to specific requests. It's very frustrating to order anything there. I'm giving up again and will stop supporting. It's a Zero and no star from me.

Visiting UC Merced with my friend who is here to represent at the Graduate School Fair, we needed…read moresomething to eat and drink after a 2 hour drive from the Bay Area. She remembered the Lantern Cafe so we headed there after setting up her table. The Lantern Cafe is located in the Kolligian library by the Student Center. They offer many coffee options and my favorite, chai tea latte. Their prices are reasonable: my large chai latte was less than $4. The chai latte was well made; smooth with the right amount of chai. You need to ask for cream cheese (plain or strawberry) with your bagel. They split the bagel for you and hand it to you in a small paper sack with a cream cheese container. They have a 4 slice toaster for you to toast your bagel and wooden utensils. My pesto bagel was soft, fresh, and toasted well in the toaster. The Lantern Cafe accepts cash, credit, Cat Dollars and Flex Dollars.

Pesto bagel and cream cheese with large chai tea latte

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Dough Getter Bakery

5.0(4 reviews)

7.3 mi

SO GOOD! I met the girls at the Applegate Park event in Merced. They are so sweet and helpful when…read moreyou ask for what kind you should get based on your likings! Quality desserts AND good price too! Hope to run into them again :)

I've tried their vegan cakes & cookies, they are delicious. I promise you won't be able to tell the…read moredifference! Definitely recommend ordering from them or stopping by when you catch them at a local market. They're very kind and do wonderful work.

Pumpkin Muffins

Peanut Butter Breath Cookies

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Cinnamon Apple Loaf

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Brendan

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8

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1 year ago

This cafe is truly impressive and lives up to its popularity. It's spacious and has a ton of seating, both inside and out. The Latin influence is clear as soon as you walk in the door, and the whole place has a great vibe. The staff is top-notch, super friendly, and they get your order out fast, which is always a plus. The menu is a solid setup for a cafe. They have plenty of cold and hot coffee options, so you're covered no matter what you're in the mood for. They also have a light breakfast and brunch menu with things like avocado toast and bagels. They even sell bags of their toasted beans, which is a nice touch. Overall, Hola Cafecito is a solid spot. It's clean, the service is fast, the staff is friendly, and the space is well-laid-out. If you're in the area and looking for a quality coffee spot with a good atmosphere, this place is worth a stop. read more

G H.

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1 year ago

This place is awesome!!! It's not SB, and not DB, it's a place that's not committed to franchise, but committed to the community, and everyone in it!!! Hard-working, local business owners that have worked hard to be where they're at today, and share with the community! Especially in a time when so many people are trying to destroy that type of hard work! In a time when hard work is no longer known or valued, but yet taken for granted! Any business that has a line out their door day in and day out, says a lot about Who they are, but also their employees! Keep doing what you're doing!!!!! read more

Laura T.

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7

1 year ago

I had a great experience today at Hola Cafecito! My coffee was absolutely delicious -- perfectly made and full of flavor. The environment is warm, friendly, and very clean, which made it an even better place to relax and enjoy my drink. It's also so nice to be able to support new and unique businesses right here in Merced. You can tell they really care about their customers and the quality of what they serve. I'll definitely be back! read more

Yajaira G.

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1 year ago

Absolutely loved my visit to Hola Cafecito! The vibe is warm and welcoming, and the staff were super friendly. I tried their warm Mazapan coffee and it was incredible--rich, comforting, and just the right amount of sweetness. This spot is definitely a hidden gem in Merced. Can't wait to come back and try more from their menu! read more

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