Sandwiches were good and really filling. The boba milk tea didn't have much tea to it and mostly…read moretasted diluted and milky but boba quality was good. There was just one staff working so be patient if you see a line because he does the orders one by one. There was stuff on the menu that isn't available or maybe they ran out. It's a chill spot to hang and chat.

I never knew this place existed after stopping by Tap Plastics. I thought I would relax here and it…read moreis a nice place to sit down do nothing beside drink. At first I thought this was a typical coffee shop that has wifi and a place to study. It is actually a nice quiet place to relax and have a conversation with a friend. I wonder what the place use to be before Tala Coffee took over the space. Tala Coffee has booths so I wonder if it use to be a restaurant. I will definitely come back to Tala Coffee & Tea

A real juice bar in 2025? In El Cerrito? Pinch me. Fresh, non-pasteurized, whole-food goodness that…read moreactually tastes alive. Prices are fair, flavors are fire, and I keep coming back like it's my new religion.

My Green juice was too salty and my sisters tasted better. The attendant seemed unsure. Just about…read moreall the tables had crumbs as well as the floor. Gentleman came to bus the dish bin and made no attempt to look over in the same area to wipe the tables. The overall walk in looks nice but I would not return for a sit down or maybe if they make an effort to wipe, sweep and straighten the chairs

Parking is so nice. There is plenty! 2 hour limit though…read more I got an iced cafe latte and it was good. Staff are nice!

I am a symptomatic celiac, so I look for places that offer gluten free but also are knowledgeable…read moreabout separate preparations to avoid cross contamination. We tried Well Grounded today because we heard that this was an option with them. Yes, they offer separate prepare stations, yes they have gf bread and bagels, but the portions are TINY. And when I say tiny, I mean 2-3 bites per side of the sandwich for an extra $3.85 to get gf bread options. We got a refund because of how small our nearly $15 breakfast sandwiches were. I appreciate the dedicated preparation stations and the knowledge of the staff, but I also don't want to get ripped off for having dietary needs. When I asked the staff about the size issue they said this was their standard gf bread size. People in line chimed in saying how messed up it was that the gf sandwich sizes were about half the size of their regular portions. The staff ended up giving us a refund and we still ate the food. Which was decent, but still certainly not worth $13-15 per portion. Also had a coffee, was decent, average tasting with Torani syrups.

It is a goal of mine to try every milk tea spot. EVERY PLACE. So finally I have arrived here to try…read moremy beloved drink. There are two kiosks to order food. Easy to maneuver. I ordered a Thai milk tea with boba. Drink was ready within minutes. There were a couple of orders ahead of me too. Lots of places to sit. It's very clean. Price is crazy though. My drink came up to like $7. 4/5

I decided to stop by for some boba after grocery shopping around the area. Inside is super cute and…read morethey have a wallflower background for you to take pictures with friends. They have one kiosk for you to order drinks. We ordered an ube latte, strawberry matcha, and fried calamari. Drinks and food were super yummy! Although, food was great, we did not have a pleasant experience with their service. We waited almost 30 minutes for the calamari. We asked and she replied rudely. A few minutes later, she threw a tantrum walking out the work station and basically threw the food on the table. No words exchanged at all and went back to the work area. Not sure if she was having a bad day but that should not be a reason to treat customers like this.

If I could give 6 stars, I would…read more I'd like to congratulate the visionaries at JAB Holding Company on a masterclass in operational optimization. You've taken a beloved neighborhood spot and, after last month's redesign, transformed it into a model of extraction efficiency that any private equity firm would study as a case example. Every design choice, from the streamlined seating to the app-optimized workflow, demonstrates a laser focus on maximizing throughput and eliminating inefficient customer dwell time. It's German engineering applied to the coffeehouse experience. My son and I were here this morning and got to witness peak operational excellence firsthand: more than 20 minutes observing how seamlessly the redesigned space deprioritizes low-value, high-friction in-person transactions in favor of scalable digital fulfillment. I was gobsmacked by your commitment to eliminating legacy experience paradigms like "neighborhood gathering place" and "third space" in favor of a pure revenue-per-square-foot model. Why waste valuable real estate on people who might linger when you could transform it into a high-velocity order fulfillment node? The pivot away from that outdated "community coffeehouse" concept shows remarkable strategic clarity. Those old design elements (the cozy seating, the welcoming atmosphere, the sense that you belonged there) represented significant capital inefficiency. You've correctly identified that sentimental attachment to "human connection" and 'happiness' was preventing optimal asset utilization. By redesigning the space to actively discourage physical presence while maximizing app-based transactions, you've unlocked tremendous value that was previously trapped in obsolete notions of "local gathering spot." This is what true innovation looks like: a lean team of workers executing at maximum velocity in service of algorithmic demand signals, while walk-in customers experience the acceptable inconvenience of learning they're no longer the target demographic. The future isn't about creating spaces where people want to be. It's about creating spaces that extract maximum value from every interaction, regardless of how that interaction feels. Kudos to the team at https://www.jabholco.com/ for demonstrating what happens when you stop being sentimental about "community" and start optimizing for what really matters: shareholder returns. My son asked why we had to stand there so long, and I told him he was watching capitalism at its zenith. My only regret is that I can never come back due to an inconvenient personal customer preference for not being treated like a worthless little meat puppet. But there is a large and growing customer segment of people who enjoy feeling degraded before they've fully woken up, and they will make my patronage irrelevant I'm sure. Bravo!

Loved the iced coffee, made my day. Staff were really nice and I had a chance to chill before…read morestarting my day.

I didn't realize there was a Japanese market in the area! I wanted to make poke nachos, but didn't…read morewant to drive to the fish market in Albany. I was able to find almost everything I needed at this market. They have sashimi, seaweed salad, imitation crab sticks, packaged and prepared food, meat, snacks, etc. It's a nice little store with a lot to offer. I'd come back again.

This is a small, what looks like a family-run spot, that I really enjoy visiting. The staff are…read moreconsistently polite, welcoming, and always happy to help, which makes a big difference every time I stop by. I usually come here to pick up snacks, and it's become a favorite for my little one, they absolutely love the Meiji chocolate, and this is the closest place where I can reliably find it. Even though the store is on the smaller side, it should meet your daily needs. You'll find essentials like dairy and fresh fruit, along with more specialty items like miso paste and a variety of Japanese seasonings. It's compact, but thoughtfully organized, and has most things you will need without feeling overwhelming.

Had a 3-tier custom cake made for my wife's birthday with 70 guests. Incredible job!!! Terrific…read moreservice! First class all the way ... and the cake was delicious!!

I've had the chance to try several pastries here, and each one has been consistently good. The…read morefruit tarts have always been my favorite--fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced in sweetness. The service is friendly and efficient, and the surrounding area adds to the overall pleasant experience.

Grumpy morning? Must be the bad Medulla (It's actually…read moreAmygdala; sorry, had to school ya) All jokes aside, don't let Adam fool ya... I found this Uncut Gem -- hashtag a Jeweler It's a cozy, classy coffee café called Catahoula Go get a cold brew plus espresso, now that'll do ya But this ain't no run-of-the-mill joint, so gather moolah Splurge a little--just know when to Draw the Line...grab a Ruler The competition can't Measure up to this top Dog You can drop off your whip next door if it's got smog And walk on over to the friendliest place, face full of grins Richmond's very own community of Catahouligans

Best service. They're never too busy to make suggestions if you want…read more Delicious coffees. Small coffee shop.

This place has good food, hard ciders and beers. I had a…read morepomegranate cider which was delish!! Nice and tart but not overly so... unfortunately they were out of a few of their beers! I also ordered a Ruben which comes with fries and the Brussels sprouts appetizer. The appetizer was really good. The Ruben was good tho I had a really tough bit in the sandwich that wasn't good. I also found the sandwich to be a little dry. The meat was moist but there wasn't much sauce on it. I was pretty hungry and completely forgot to take pictures!! The service was great. I will come back again when I'm in the area.

I came here with some friends, and we ordered drinks and food…read more The beer wasn't great, compared to other breweries we go to, but maybe it just wasn't our style? Food took a long time to be prepared, and while tasty, the portions are small. The hardwood smoked chipotle wings have a great taste at first, but then it switches to straight heat. The honey spicy sauce is a lot better. Overall, this is a place I wouldn't go out of my way to visit again, but would still have a solid time at if there were no other options.