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    Rio Java Coffee House

    4.1 (87 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    RIO JAVA COFFEE HOUSE ATMOSPHERE

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    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Vanessa W.

    I've been all over this country and this is one of the best coffee shops around the people here are outstanding. The service is top-tier, the coffee and food are exceptional, there's nothing not to like about this place. If you're in California it's worth stopping by.

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    Kristian D.

    One of the best parts of Yelp is finding those diamonds in the rough. Rio Java Coffee House is easy to miss in the Food 4 Less shopping center at Rio Linda Blvd and Elkhorn, but it is worth a drive. You can literally see the Starbucks across the street from inside the coffee shop! Parking is decent and shared with the rest of the center. The outside is rather unassuming, but the sticker on the front door announcing their use of Temple Coffee was a really good sign. Inside, the owners have turned a rather basic commercial space into a nice and homey design with soft furniture and fun signs on the wall. The menu is rather expansive with a focus on espresso drinks. They do offer prepackaged food. On my visit I got a nice espresso and an old fashioned Moon Pie. The wait time was a bit long, but there was only one person working so that is expected. The coffee was worth the wait especially given the lack of good places in the area. The basic espresso was pulled nicely, and the other customers seemed to enjoy their drinks as well. Now that we are coming out of our COVID shells, it is a perfect time to meet a friend at a coffee shop. Rio Java Coffee House is perfect for those living in Rio Linda, but it is also a short drive from North Natomas or North Highlands too. A little rough around the edges, but who isn't these days!

    Vanilla Almond ice latte and peach passion smoothie

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    If yall wanna find some good coffee. Come here. It is always made perfectly, tastes amazing, etc.

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    Coffee is good and customer service is usually on point. Usually being keyword. It would also be nice to see them wash hands a little more.

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    Great coffee and great customer service! Love this place! The java chip is my favorite and I always add espresso to it.

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    This place has the best coffee in town and I love the customer service no matter who is working.

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    Gives Starbucks a run for its money. New location at 440 Elkhorn Blvd!

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    Always have great coffee and awesome service. The baristas are always friendly and out going which make you feel welcome.

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    Rip Java makes the best Mochas. They have a great staff and are always very friendly.

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    Absolutely love this place. They know me by name and exactly how i like my drink every single time.

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    Always kind, very professional and willing to work with difficult folks like myself! Lol. These guys are awesome!

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    15 years ago

    Rio Java rocks. I'm a regular. I walk in and my drink is already being made. Katie and Tina are the best. Good Job ladies.

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    Jimmy's Donuts

    Jimmy's Donuts

    4.4(44 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    My usual donut shoppe was closed for the holidays so I decided to venture out and try some highly…read morerated places on Yelp. I went to Jimmy's donuts on a cold Sunday morning to give them a shot. Located in Rio Linda, Jimmy's Donuts looks like a place from yesteryear. It has an old looking facade and not a whole lot of modern touches anywhere. I'm not sure how long Jimmy's has been in operation, but from the looks of it, it's been a long time. Jimmy's has all the classic donuts that you could be looking for. There are the rounds, the bars, the old fashioned, buttermilk, etc. You can also get larger treats like bear claws and fritters. I went ahead and got a little more than a dozen so that I could get a good taste of how these donuts were. In all, I'd say the donuts were extremely solid. I was a little wary of the maple donuts at first because the maple they put on the top looked a little paler than I'm used to seeing, but it was still good. In fact, the chocolate and maple toppings had a nice light touch to them. You can't go wrong with these donuts as they are classic and are made just the way they should be. One surprise from Jimmy's had to be the custard filling that they used. They actually had some bars filled with custard, which I thought was unique. I gave one a try and genuinely thought it was a great idea that other places should do as well. I love custard so the more the better. There were also bear claws filled with apple. Again, I hadn't seen this sort of thing done at most places so I'd have to give Jimmy's credit for having a few unique offerings. If you're thirsty, there are a number of drink options that you can select from out of the cold cases to the right of the store. Jimmy's is a simple operation without much frill. That's totally ok as they aren't trying to be more than what they are - a solid donut shop.

    Very dirty, 3$ for a day old chocolate bar. Tries two exchange with a regular donut this place…read moreneeds new ownership

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    TOMO Tea House - Flight: Tomo Cà Phê, Pandan Cloud w/ Coconut Water, Strawberry Green Tea, Mango Lassi

    TOMO Tea House

    4.2(303 reviews)
    4.7 miNatomas
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    Action Food, and even better Customer Service…read more The stuff is really nice and the food is always freshly made and the drinks are very refreshing

    Bang average, with prices that suggest they're serving gold leaf…read more TOMO Tea House is one of those places where the presentation is doing considerably more heavy lifting than the food. The chilli wonton soup was genuinely good, probably the standout for me. I'd happily go back for that. The cinnamon rolls were alright. I tried the Biscoff Crunch, Dubai Pistachio with Strawberry, Cookies & Cream, and Banana Pudding flavours. They looked the part and were decent enough, but nothing that had me thinking, "Bloody hell, I need another one of these." The waffles, unfortunately, were a different story. They weren't cooked properly through the middle, chewy and gooey rather than crisp on the outside and fluffy inside. The Biscoff flavour was also barely noticeable. The drinks are very much geared towards the social-media crowd: lots of milk, lots of toppings, lots of visual appeal. If you enjoy taking a photo of your drink before taking a sip, you'll probably have a field day. And then there's the price. For what you're actually getting, it feels rather steep. The food is, at best, mediocre in several areas, yet the prices seem to suggest these ingredients were mined personally by King Charles. Ironically, I actually would have gone back for the chilli wontons, banana pudding and Biscoff pudding. But the experience around their influencer/collaboration side left a rather sour taste. If you're a collaborator or influencer, BE WARNED! No real communication or courtesy message. Perhaps I'm old-fashioned, but if you're going to deal with people, a simple response goes a long way. But then again, they perhaps cherry-pick whom to interact with based on their social media activity. And finally, watching someone at the counter struggle with some basic maths while taking an order was certainly an experience. I'm all for supporting people, but perhaps the calculator deserves a little more screen time than the Instagram account. Overall: some genuinely good items buried underneath a lot of hype, presentation and rather ambitious pricing. I'd happily return for a couple of the things I enjoyed, but I wouldn't be rushing back for the overall experience. Food: 3/10 Value: 2/10 Presentation: 8/10 Social-media appeal: 10/10 Would I return? For the chilli wontons and a couple of puddings, yes. For the rest... probably not.

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    Matin Et Soir

    Matin Et Soir

    4.0(27 reviews)
    4.4 miNatomas

    I came in expecting a good cup of coffee and left realizing this place is about something much…read morebigger. The Americano here is easily the best I've had--bold, full of flavor, and not watered down like you get at a lot of bigger chain spots. You can tell it's made with intention. It actually tastes like coffee is supposed to taste. The pastries were just as impressive. The Biscoff cheesecake was rich and balanced without being overly heavy, with that warm, caramelized flavor that really stands out. The blueberry muffin tasted fresh and real--not overly sweet, just done right. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere sets the tone. The music is calm and relaxing, the chairs are genuinely comfortable (not the typical stiff coffee shop seating), and the entire space feels less like a business and more like sitting in a welcoming home--a nice home where you actually want to stay awhile. But what really sets this place apart is the experience. Abdul didn't just take our order-- he genuinely engaged with us. He was friendly, thoughtful, and took the time to explain the concept behind the space, including how it connects to the location and atmosphere. That kind of interaction is rare, and it completely changed the tone of the visit. This isn't a place you rush in and out of. It feels built for conversation--for sitting down, slowing down, and actually connecting with the people you're with. It's a refreshing change from the typical coffee chain experience where everything feels standardized and transactional. Another standout is that the menu is halal, which makes this an easy and welcoming choice for anyone looking for halal options without having to second guess what they're ordering. If you're looking for more than just caffeine--if you want a place that values community, comfort, and real human connection--this is absolutely worth your time. This place reminded me what a coffee shop is supposed to be.

    Maybe it was just my timing? I went in about 11 am and the shelves were bare! It as a Monday. The…read moreminimal things that were on the shelf looked u see cooked. Not a single item looked even a slight of tan. I did end up getting my daughter a chocolate macaron. I usually try things I get for my kids but didn't so I can't really rate the actual dessert. The customer service was absolutely non existent. No greeting even though we were the only ones there or that walked in however, it did look clean.

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