I hosted my daughter's baby shower at J Cafe, and it was an absolutely wonderful experience from…read morestart to finish. I work in the same Business Park so I already knew their food was great from eating there for lunch, but they truly impressed me as an event venue. The planning process was easy, and the staff member who helped me was incredibly accommodating and made sure everything was tailored exactly how I wanted it. They had options for not only food dishes, but also tablecloths, plates, flatware, drinks, etc. When I arrived, everything was already set up and they even offered help as I added my own decorations. During the event, they kept everything running smoothly, clearing plates, serving the food on schedule, and taking care of guests. When it was over, I simply packed up my stuff and left. They handled cleanup and had even packaged up all the leftovers for me. The food was fantastic, and the pricing was very reasonable. They made the entire event feel effortless, which allowed me to actually enjoy the day. Highly recommend for any special event!

Happened onto this restaurant today while running errands in Gold River. Located in an office…read morebuilding adjacent to Highway 50, I never expected to find a restaurant in this area! What a surprise! I arrived around 10:30 and was the only client there. The office building itself seemed quite empty of tenants too. Not sure of what was going on in the building. The security guard was very nice and escorted me to the restaurant. I was still in time for breakfast. They had a special which I ordered. I thought it took a bit longer than it should have - an omelet and some sausage and a prebaked muffin with coffee that I served myself - but it was all good. They seemed to be working on a lot of catering orders for lunch. A mother and son came in, ordered one meal and shared it. The space is large, open, and bright. It just seemed temporary to me - not like a restaurant wanting to diners but a place to prepare their catering orders and IF a random person suddenly appeared, they could be fed. This is not an area that I frequent and so the likelihood of returning is small - not because the food wasn't tasty or the restaurant itself was unacceptable. It just is out of the way for me and though was good, I was not wowed enough to find my way back for a meal. However, if you are in the area, please check them out. A mom and pop operation that deserves support.

This spot is great for catching up with a friend or getting some work done. They now serve beer,…read morewine, and burgers. They have live music and trivia nights. The coffee and food are great! The customer service is awesome-- everyone working seems like they are in a good mood. I've chatted with the owners and they are super cool and clearly passionate about making Coffee Republic the best it can be.

Food was good, and the coffee wasn't bad either. Unfortunately, the service wasn't great…read more Management should really pay attention to the people they hire for customer-facing roles. The employee helping me this morning came across as completely uninterested and lacked basic customer service skills. I still left a 15% tip, but honestly, I don't think I should have. Tipping shouldn't be automatic. It should reflect the service you receive. It's also a bit overpriced. Two burritos and two black coffees came to about $50 after a 15% tip, which feels excessive. I won't tip next time unless I actually receive good customer service, assuming I decide to come back. Without the quality of the food, this rating would have been even lower because of the price and the service I experienced this morning. If I had been helped by someone with a friendlier attitude, it would have made a big difference. With better customer service, I'd say the current 3.8-star overall rating is fair.

Nice quiet shop! I tried Fuji apple salad with two hard boiled eggs. Has decent seating area both…read moreinside and outside. Plenty of selection for sandwiches both hot and cold. For drink I had chai latte which was little too sweet for my personal taste but it was definitely flavorful, you could taste the spices. Staff was welcoming and pleasant. Quick service !

Rating 5 's all the way!! 35 minutes before closing, ordered the veggie panini, chicken panini and…read moreRuben, with a small potatoe salad and apple garden salad. It was prepared for take home. Clean location, abundance of outdoor seating, well maintained inside and out. It's definitely a little hidden amongst the offices surrounding it, but worth the look. The Vegan panini was so light and fresh. The wheat bread almost melted in my mouth. The ingredients were a lovely garden blend, supet savory and satisfying. I enjoyed every bite. I loved the potato salad, I'd have to say this is up there with one of my favorites. This one has a particularly sweet flavor to it, but it mixes so well! The Ruben and chicken sandwich were a hit and banana bread is up there as well! Will be coming back again and most definitely recommend. It's a great area to bring your laptop and work or study, perhaps read a book between all the beautiful trees that surround the cafe. Lovely place.

We had two sandwiches, one build your own the other Italian. Both were great, the veggies were…read morefresh, service was excellent. Can't wait to go back.

Joes bagel was very yummy. The honey lavender is very sweet. The toffee was also quite rich. They…read morehave their beans roasted elsewhere just bc of lack of space. But otherwise great place for coffee and brunch. Also a great place to work as well. Internet is fast enough! Service is great. Nice family owned coffee shop! Solid A!

Food: A Service: A+…read moreAmbiance: B 1-(B+) spinach Feta turkey burger: delicious, well balanced flavors, little bit on the dry side perhaps because is turkey 2- (A) grilled chicken sandwich: good flavor delicious, generous portions side potatoes were also delicious This place will surprise you it's hidden inside of a book store, yes but it's a great place to stop and get some delicious food, give them a try you will be surprised Sorry for no included the turkey hamburger I did eat it right away

This was my third time giving this establishment a chance, and unfortunately, it will be my last…read more The first time, I was seated and then completely ignored. It wasn't busy, and there were available waitstaff who never acknowledged me. After sitting there for 15 minutes without anyone coming over, I finally walked out. I decided to give them the benefit of the doubt and came back a second time, thinking perhaps they had simply been understaffed. The service was very slow, although the food was good. This morning, after visiting the farmers market, we stopped by again. This is a café inside a bookstore within a shopping center, so I was surprised by how restrictive the experience was. We had brought The Melt for my 11-year-old daughter because she is a very picky eater. We were holding the bag when we were seated, and I did not see any signs indicating that outside food was prohibited. If that was the policy, I would have expected someone to tell us before seating us. Instead, we waited another 15 minutes before anyone came to take our order. After taking our order and collecting the menus, the waitress addressed my daughter directly--not the parents--and told her that she couldn't eat her food inside and would need to go eat it outside on the far patio. I asked if we could simply be served outside, at which point she said she would "make an exception" and let us stay. I have no problem following a restaurant's rules, but the way this was handled was extremely disappointing. If outside food is not allowed, customers should be informed when they arrive or before they are seated--not after they have already waited 15 minutes. More importantly, I found it inappropriate that the waitress addressed this issue directly with my 11-year-old and told her she would need to eat outside, rather than speaking to the parents. The implication that my child should go eat her meal by herself away from us was particularly upsetting. At this point, it wasn't really about the food or even the outside-food policy. It was the repeated pattern of poor service, lack of communication, and the way this situation was handled. We ultimately decided to leave, despite the offer to make an exception. After three attempts, I can't justify giving this establishment my business again. The food may be good, but good food isn't enough when the service and customer experience are consistently this disappointing.

My wife and I were looking for a dairy-free breakfast option and we found it! Protein place has…read moredairy free options such as soy & pea protein. We ordered a few bowls and a protein coffee. The staff was very sweet and patient. The cafe area was tidy and has toys for young kids to play. Since it was our first visit they blessed us with a free protein donut! Support this small business

Was looking for something healthy for my dad & I to take before heading to play golf and found this…read moreplace on yelp. This spot is soo much healthier than competitors because they use real ingredients and have a lot of protein/ creatine options. Maria the owner was explaining to my dad something's he might like (which I really appreciated)

Shame on me for not even knowing this place was here! I drive this road at least 3 or 4 times a…read moreweek. I really hope more locals find this place because she has some really good drinks and pastries. I got my favorite, the lavender latte, and it was PERFECT! My husband got the coconut caramel latte and he loved it too. We also tried the BLT breakfast sandwich and the tri-tip sandwich. Both were really yummy! The owner and the staff are phenomenal. I really liked them and they were so nice. I'm so glad I finally found this place!

We come here every Tuesday to have a delicious breakfast with coffee sitting outside in a breeze…read more Right next to the airport. Nice to watch the small planes fly sometimes. Friendly staff and delicious coffee.

Well, first off, I was looking for fresh juice and this establishment was marked as such. So down I…read moredrove to walk in se what they had. I quickly glanced and the menu as the person at the front greeted me- as I did not see juices, I asked if they had any. The person shouted to the someone at the back to double check, but they did not have any. So, for the record, the categorization is wrong. I had to choose then one of their proteins that, although look healthy, had names that would make you think otherwise like birthday cake, mint oreo, cinnamon toast crunch? Really? I guess that is what they consider healthy in this area. Waited around looking at the pace, nicely put together but not the cleanest. Had the orange mango one. It was ok, a bit heavy, but I was told it had so many grams of protein so I guess it is healthy? MAy you find this place more satisfying than I did.

We need more places like this!…read more Who doesn't like shakes that are healthy and also taste sooooooo good! + its plant base! High in protein and you cant even taste the protein! Its sooo delicious i wanted another shake. Hehe. Also, i'm happy they even have a kids menu too. Owners are friendly and sweet! Definitely will be back here every time we make our way up to placerville!