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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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Rustic Coffee Cart

5.0(1 review)

2.2 mi

Obsessed!! they have the best coffee in Merced with so many fun options. Kinsey is the best and is…read moreso nice. On weekends sometimes the cart is outside of the cycle studio and is totally worth a try!

Lavender latte, bees nees

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Hola Cafecito

4.2(85 reviews)

2.3 mi

I'm back! I finally…read moremade it in on a weekend morning. I wanted to try the Chilaqueles and they are the bomb.com!!! They serve them on Friday and Saturday mornings only, and the sauce is nice and spicy, there's a over medium egg on top, and fresh avocado and crema... so good, it's like your gramma made it, if she can throw down in the kitchen! I enjoyed an iced cafe con leche, with a foam top, it was was a perfect way to start my #SelfCareSaturday I get so much work done here when I am in town, it is definitely a special hidden treasure on Main Street. I always try to support local family owned businesses wherever I go. Shout out to Valeria for checking me in and kindly bringing out my drink to my table today, Bobby for the above and beyond customer service as always. I was sitting outside of the cafe and he brought my meal out to me... so kind. And today's chefs that made the best chilequeles, Lety and Yose! It takes a team and this team is the best in the coffee and food service hospitality industry, in my humble opinion of course.

Ordered their chai!…read more Chai with oat milk. Chai with vanilla and regular milk. Both were great choices! Also ordered their breakfast bagel sandwich. It was one of my favorite bagel sandwich I've tried. Not usually a fan of them but this one changed me!

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Bible devotion this special morning

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Chilaquiles and cafe de olla

Bagel Tyme

3.8(244 reviews)

1.0 mi

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

Yum Yum Donuts

3.3(90 reviews)

1.4 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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Jenny Nicole’s Old School House Bakery

4.7(66 reviews)

1.6 mi

They provided the catering for my dad's reception: Tri tip, chicken, roasted potatoes, Portuguese…read morebeans, green salad, bread rolls and desserts. Everything was enjoyed! The tri tip was perfect and flavorful (better than the restaurant, in my opinion :)) Also the service was wonderful-warm, friendly, responsive and respectful of the event taking place. Highly recommend for their catering. 10/10!

From the moment I walked in the door I felt at home. Everyone was friendly and helpful!! Jenny owns…read morethis place and her whole family is part of it. My friend and I were looking for a place halfway to meet. I found these guys on Yelp. Great reviews so I thought we would give it a try. It is a treasure! The place is cute. It's comfy with good oldies playing in the background. The food was amazing and seasoned perfectly. Their Portuguese beans is a family recipe and the best beans I have ever tasted. Biscuits and gravy was delicious. They are homemade and you can taste the love in it. We had the tri tip and like everything else - blown away how tender and flavorful it was. When in Merced, Stop by!! You will be glad you did!!

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Broccoli salad

Joe On the Go Cafe

4.2(154 reviews)

1.5 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.

Starbucks

2.2(97 reviews)

1.1 mi

I came to this location to visit my son before his first week of college. One of the workers, I…read morebelieve her name was Michela, was extremely kind to me and went the extra mile for service. One of the better experiences I've had with Starbucks.

They're very slow. Some of the ladies that have been there a long time act like they're entitled…read moreand they're not very friendly. You can't fake it when you're fake. I will stop going to this Starbucks.

Aerocano

Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso

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Dutch Bros Coffee

3.4(71 reviews)

1.0 mi

Havnt tried a Kicker in a looong time. Tried one today, hot w soft top and it was so good!…read more The gal who took my order at the window was super friendly, I think her name was Lauren. The walk in area is always so clean and nice and cool. which I love. Thank you!

Great stop by my old home and get a drink. The lemonade was delicious and made just right. Very…read morelittle wait time. Great location and friendly people here.

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Steven F.

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14 years ago

Paul L you are a friend Aaron's F! Aaron is the one who screwed the store over! Jeff L was a great manager. Now that he left Starbucks the store service has gone down hill. If you get on Aaron's good side he will give you free drinks just like his girlfriend did that Jeff fired. My family is boycotting this store that HAD the best tasting drinks in town. Some of their best employees are leaving now. Seth, that blond hair girl with great smile. The girl that opens a lot said Aaron is a con man! She is nice if you get her on a good day. I was bummed to hear the new that Jeff left the company, because the other stores seem to take sometime, and they don't care to get to know you, like this store did. My drink 4 shot cap, with great foam... read more

Mark M.

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9 years ago

The quality of the coffee here is above average (4 stars). The quality of tea is below average (3 stars). The location is great but the parking can be a bit uncomfortable if you come on the days when the UC students are in session (they park their cars here to catch the free bus to the campus). The service is excellent (5 stars). It's the usual high standard of customer service that keeps this place quite busy. read more

Greg P.

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12

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8 years ago

I'd originally given this Starbucks a 5-star rating after my first few visits there, but the last few have been a very different experience. They seem to be understaffed most of the time and the poor employees are running ragged trying to keep up. They're doing their best to remain pleasant, which is why they're still at 4-stars, but the service has slowed down immensely. read more

Emily R.

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3

1

7 years ago

Waited 30 minutes for a drink that they never even placed ... I had asked 15 minutes in and they said it was coming nothing ever came. I had to make line again to ask for my money back and they said they'd make it right away( did get my drink AFTER 30 minutes) but still they could have given me my money back. read more

Kemia K.

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8 years ago

This is like the best place to go anytime of day. Especially during fall season the pumpkin spice latte is to die for I literally go every morning for the same pumpkin spice lattes oh and they're vanilla bean frappe with extra whip cream is heaven on earth Starbucks never seems to disappoint me. read more

Lily R.

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4

1

9 years ago

Just very bad coffee overall. It's too sweet one time and next time it's water down. Their coffee just tastes burnt and smoky like ash, don't know why people keep going to Starbucks when there are better coffee shops around. ASIP coffee in town has the best fresh coffee, period. read more

Deanna M.

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10 years ago

Despite ALWAYS being busy and having a line at the drive thru this Starbucks always keeps me happy and smiling. To avoid the line, I order online and my orders are ALWAYS ready when I get there and perfect! read more

Justin C.

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5

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11 years ago

Just like any other Starbucks out there. Nice staff, pretty quick service. I just come in here occasionally, and I really got to say, it's pretty expensive. I guess that's just Starbucks. read more

Brittany O.

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13

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12 years ago

They always make my drink the way I want it. This place can get busy sometimes so just have patience the customer service is well worth it.

Han S.

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6

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8 years ago

Always have gone here since I went to cruickshank and the service is always great and the drinks are even better! Keep it up guys

Baron V.

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5

11 years ago

its starbucks so my expectations were not high to begin with. starbucks sucks and is sapping the money out of your community

Megan S.

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7

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9 years ago

Great store good people great stuff always very fast and efficient and they make an amazing coffee always a great experience

L. W.

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9

2

10 years ago

I love knowing that I can get the same exact drink at whatever Starbucks I go to. But I love how they remember my name!

Stephanie C.

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1

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8 years ago

Service is amazing! I love Starbucks and this is one of my favorite locations (: It's always clean and friendly staff

David K.

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5

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10 years ago

My mom takes me here the most, my dad likes it not as much as my mom, but the drinks are really good.

Happy L.

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12

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9 years ago

Sometimes they get my order wrong, I had to wait 10 mins for my coffee through drivet through.

Sadiie M.

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6

1

9 years ago

Love this Starbucks seems like it's the fastest in Merced the drinks always seem fresher.

Keke S.

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4

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8 years ago

I absolutely love Starbucks!!! One of my favorite teas is their pineapple white tea!!

Matthew N.

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7

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8 years ago

Nice outside patio area to relax, catch up on some work and enjoy a mocha lotte! : )

Aidan M.

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15

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10 years ago

Really nice when I come in every morning and the staff is really nice

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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!

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Had the greatest experience! The broista Alondra was so sweet and really helped us out in picking a…read moregood drink. Glad to see customer service is still a priority! She really made us want to come back.

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I love this place. It's self served so you can get the exact amount you want then it gets weighted…read more I usually pay $3 for mine. I always get pomegranate with peach. Then I add nuts and chopped fruit.

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My top ranked easy breakfast quick service place in Carmel. Order at the counter, grab your food…read moreand sit down or coffee to go! There is ample seating and the room is t too loud. Rise N Brew has daily fresh baked goods and coffee/tea. The quiche is quite possibly the best I have ever had. They bake various item daily and when they run out they are out!!!

Pastries and sandwiches are good. The girl working the…read moreregister was rude. Leaned on the counter with her back turned to the register while on her phone. Music choice seemed pretty inappropriate as well for a coffee shop

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Came here while I was grabbing lunch at a place nearby and figured it'd be nice to get some milk…read moretea as well. There is ample space inside of the facility with plenty of seating, alongside a claw machine and a shelf with board games. The menu was a little overwhelming (the default drink is that they let you pick multiple flavors and I didn't want to risk messing up my own order), so I went with one of their specialty drinks, the Caramel Camel. I set the sugar level to light, yet it reached a level of sweetness that was so intense that I had to get it redone. Even with an ever lighter level of sweetness, it still tasted excessively sweet. Overall, an interesting experience. If this is the best that Merced has to offer, I feel kind of bad for everyone in Merced for not having access to better drinks. Not sure if I'd get the chance to return as I don't normally go to Merced, but on the off-chance I end up in this area again I'd hope that maybe one of their other drinks was better.

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