Stopped by Mateo's for weekend brunch and quickly understood why it's such a popular local spot…read more I'd recommend getting there early because it can get busy! The menu features classic breakfast favorites, with generous portions and solid quality. The French toast was good, although it wasn't the traditional brioche-style French toast I prefer. The scrambled eggs, however, absolutely hit the spot. Service was great, the ambiance was welcoming, and I really had no complaints. I didn't have enough time to explore more of the menu, but I'd definitely come back to try some of their other breakfast options. Great food, great service, and a local favorite--definitely worth checking out!

This would be one of my favorite breakfast places in the Fox Valley. Came here on a Saturday, and…read morethere was a wait time but well worth it. My wife and I ordered the skillets. I had the corned beef hash and my wife had the Popeye skillet. Both were very good. There are choices of pancakes or toast as sides. We ended up being able only eat half our servings, and the rest we took home. Surely we will return to try other dishes.

A small work group ordered paninis for lunch--they were all correct (I admit I was the annoying one…read morewho asked for substitutions) and still nice and warm by the time we picked up and got back to our conference room. The chips are baked ruffles and they threw and extra bag in--even if by accident, it was a nice surprise lol

It was good lively vibes. Loved the artwork! The breakfast sandwich I got was meh it wasn't bad…read more Just basic but the bagel it was on was soft and easy to eat. The service was busy but they still bring your food to the table. Coffee was good- got their medium roast for the day.

Easily would come back! The space was clean and comfortable. Our coffees were made with care, yet…read moredelivered with speed, and they were incredible! If you're in the area it's definitely worth the stop!

I am a sucker for cute coffee shops on the bank of the Fox River…read more I am a sucker for a space filled with natural light, lush green plants and cozy furniture. I am a sucker for Insta worthy patios and outdoor seating. I am a sucker for a house made treats, fun twists on coffee and deliciously yummy food. I am a sucker for sweet midwestern hospitality and super sweet baristas. I am a sucker for peach lattes, cinnamon rolls and monkey bread. YUM. I am a sucker for great prices for great quality items. When recently in Appleton, we were suckers for this spot and will easily return! :)

ACOCA Cafe & Roastery -- Apparently Appleton got hipster while I was gone…read more Came back to my old stomping grounds for HS reunion week and somehow ended up having one of the most interesting breakfasts of the trip. ACOCA immediately gives off that independent coffeehouse/artsy/creative energy you don't necessarily expect when you're remembering the Appleton of your younger days. We all ordered the Bagels & Lox with salad, and I'm not gonna lie ~ that plate looked damn good. Fresh lox, colorful veggies, pickled onions, greens and an everything bagel. Add some quality coffee and you've got yourself a pretty solid morning. The space was spotless, the service was friendly, the drinks were good and the atmosphere was genuinely cool. But let's talk $$$. This was the priciest morning meal we had in Appleton, and one person in our group felt the price was a little high considering you have to put the sandwich together yourself, and only one of us was given a small ramekin of salad dressing accompanying our meal. Also we wish the bagel was slightly toasted instead of just a sliced everthing bagel. Still, I'd rather pay a little more occasionally for a place with personality than eat somewhere completely forgettable. ACOCA definitely has personality. Would I return? Absolutely!!! This is more my vibe for morning eats & cold/hot brew (Coffee/tea) that is Brews. Views. Food. Sometimes the journey takes you somewhere that doesn't involve beer.

My first visit from out of town. The bagel and espresso were decent. I like the interior and the…read moreambiance. Very good atmosphere for a morning coffee. The service was excellent. They cleared the tables and greeted everyone.

I stopped in super early, so the place is very quiet I was…read moreseated promptly in the sunroom area which has lots of windows and the sun coming in The food came out fast. My only complaint the food came out lukewarm, like nothing was hot. The coffee is barely even hot. But there's plenty of food and it's all fresh and looks great

We had a fantastic breakfast at the Black Bear and I don't even like diner food. Or French Toast!…read moreBut my friend from Appleton swore they made the best French Toast ever, and she was right. It was perfectly eggy and crisp, not soggy or doughy or dry. It is not every day that you get superb French Toast but if you're in Appleton, you CAN get it every day!

Have eaten there multiple times over the years and the food is alwsays good and plentiful. Wait…read morestaff is attentive. However this time I was a bit surprised (and shocked) to find that I was charged for additional salad dressings to go with my salad. The salad was large I was given ONE small cup of dressing that barely did the job. I showed the waitress that the dressing just covered the large chunks of sliced meats and once they were consumed, the lettuce and remaining salad was bare. She brought me additional. I brought one of the small cups home with me and measured the contents and it was less than 1/6 of a cup. My surprise came when I got the bill and saw that they had charged me .79 for the additional small cups of dressing. I mentioned it to the host and he said, food is expensive. YES it is but so was my salad - $16.50 or so. My one ice-filled glass of cherry coke was $3.49.

Service is great!! Food prices not so good. 1 pancake (small, like a kids pancake) is $3.00, 2 eggs…read moreand a soda Total $16. Way out of line!! Jen is a great server!!!

I travel a ton for work and I have to say, that the service and food choices here are outstanding…read more To a of fresh fruit and additional breakfast items made this weary biz traveler happy!

Can't recommend this place. Sunday bunch was a major let down…read more Stayed at the hotel and decided to try the buffet. I've eaten at this location in the past (a long time ago when the Hotel was called the Paper Valley) and it was pretty good. Not even close now! The only thing average on the buffet was the scrambled eggs and the fruit. The rest was god awful. Led by the driest, most tasteless sausage links I've ever had (and I'm including that crap that you get free in hotels). Bacon could have been good, but it was pretty underdone. And the coffee was barely warm. If your are staying here, I'd recommend walking down College Ave and finding one of the many other options available for breakfast or lunch. Wish we did!

We got the broasted chicken, was fantastic great portions and not too expensive. Waitress was very…read morenice and friendly, and a cute little restaurant.

Worst dinning experience ever here. Waited so long only for our breakfast food to come out cold,…read morethe kids spaghetti was so cold I could put my finger in it. The waitress Abby/manager didn't check back with us I had to hunt down someone else 2 times to get us help. Then when we finally got someone and talked to her she was rude and they didn't even take anything off you can see the 3 meals were not eaten only a bite because I really did try and make the best but the lack of helpfulness and respect was just not what I would expect from this place. Then I got another manager Patti before I paid she gave me 10% but didn't tell the staff mind you that not one of the 3 of us are anything other than 1 bite. When I told the girl at the register she was so sweet totally nothing on her end she had already ring it up. Then Patti did say to give me 6 off she did in cash. That was appreciated; however this whole experience was just bad. I would have gladly paid for one full meal and drinks if needed but the attitude that was given was just not what I expected. I was very polite and calm the entire time speaking to all of them about the issues. And to be asked well what do you want me to do about was just not the right way. The 10% off was not even suggested until I stated yet again we didn't eat anything here. So I paid the bill and we left with my $6 back better than nothing but the whole thing was not a good experience. And my friend had the same issues and wasn't even given the 10% off.

The food was incredible, and the flavors were anaxin. It's a great place for breakfast, lunch, and…read moredinner. Service was outstanding. I will come again.

Ordered delivery. Very hard to hear and understand woman taking order. About time order should…read morehave been delivered received call from the restaurant asking how i was paying. An hour after we ordered (hamburger soup and quesadea) i called them. Was told would be there in about 10 more minutes. So 1 hour and 15 minutes after we ordered the food finally arrived. Food was nice and hot. Flavor was excellant they included plastic silverware and napkins. If wasnt for the wait time would have marked a5 star.

Great little shop to have on college ave. The little grocery shop is great to pick up some snacks…read moreand even produce, and their menu seems to have quite the variety.

I have ordered from Emery and Pearl so many times as they are located by my work. The sandwiches…read moreare excellent and I have never had poor service. They also have the best little grocery store with pantry, fresh, and frozen items available.