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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Clientele:Knitters and chatters. Absorbed-in-my work behind-a-laptop folks and teachers lesson planning. Tweens on a second date, moms relieved to be able to get some caffeine in while the little...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Was here for my first time today. I was looking for a coffee joint to hook up a meeting I was coordinating at the San Leandro library. Optimally pastries and coffee. Zocalo offered a good price for an...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Coffee, old wooden chairs with cushions that sink. This place a historic neighborhood gold mine. Every time I go to Zocalo's I'm impressed by both the laid back ambiance and the chill people that work...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Coffee and spin classes now that is a caffeine high.
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For those of you who know my review writing style, you know that I don't often give 4 or 5 stars for restaurants. Events...of course, automatically default to 5 stars but that's another story.So I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been a regular for the last month, arriving everyday at 2 p.m. or after. In fact, I'm here now. So yes... "Yay! I'm a fan." I leave this place smelling like coffee everyday.I've gotten to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
No more dance class but we still love the cafe!
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Today was my 2nd time going to this coffeehouse and I really like it. I felt really accepted, especially with my children, they have a nice play area for them. Coffee is really good, music is nice...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Who wouldn't love this place? Awesome drinks, including non-coffee drinks like smoothies, shakes, tea (including a fantastic authentic chai), and italian sodas. Great healthy snacks (including yummy...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really good coffee, nice vibe and very kid friendly. Pastries are so-so.
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just love you guys at Zocalo! A big shout out and knuckle bump to Ms. Nicole who wrote the best "Don't Mess With My Best Coffee House" response/review. I had to change my undies from laughing so...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Zocalo popped my cherry in terms of venturing out of my little Fremont bubble of coffeehouses. I had a little work to do, and figured I should probably go out and do it rather than staying at home. As...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
very spacious coffeehouse in san leandro. what i liked most about this place was that it's a green business! all their selections are organic. i got a pot of the chamomile tea and stayed a good 3 hrs...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best mochas I've ever had! No need for extra sugar or chocolate on top. Zocalo has a wonderful community atmosphere, especially on a Sunday. People sitting around chatting and enjoying...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Worst Coffehouse ever.Rude slow service. Far too expensive for quality of product. A roach crawled across my table!!!!!!Atmosphere is okay, but not worth the cost and the stomach pains after...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I Love Zocalo! I live in berkeley, hang out in SF, and work in San Leandro and who would have thought that San Leandro would have the best community conscious coffee place. The coffee is always good,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like the coffee here, the employees are usually very friendly, the vibe is warm and relaxed, and the kiddie play area makes my life soooo much more manageable. It seems to be THE community...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My family LOVES Zocalo Coffeehouse. My husband, kids, and I have been coming here since it opened (we avoided the preceding Dean's Beans as cold and very kid unkind). We love the coffee/hot...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great community feel and nice selection of snacks, juices, coffees, and teas. All the staff seems very friendly, but unfortunately the barristas don't make very good lattes or hot mochas. The drinks...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I adore this place. This is a perfect place to drink coffee and read a good book or take a computer and work. The artwork on the walls is a great touch.the baristas are nice, artsy, hip and my most...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Locally-owned coffee place with excellent coffee (these two things do not always go together), friendly, personal service, and okay snacks. It's not a food destination, but it's a nice place to hang...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It's pretty huge inside but It was crazy packed when I came in at 11. It was super loud and it was hard to concentrate with all of the rukus going on. Staff was super nice so thats a plus. I ordered...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place, great environment, wish they had more food! I mean I like coffee and free wifi, but bagels and baked goods is not enough!I love that my soy mocha's are never too sweet unlike every other...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love how open and HUGE it is inside.I love how, despite the hugeness, it's not loud.I love how even the counter/retail area is big (gawd I wish they were hiring when I was looking for a job last...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome double cappuccino! Have been driving by this place for years and ended up going in with my little sister (who is a barista at a coffee house in Oakland). She took her first sip and she...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Comfortable, kid-friendly coffee shop on a cute street in San Leandro. My friend and I meet halfway here with the kids, so they can play with the toys in the play area and we can drink coffee and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
eh what can i say, i had a crush on this place when i was 14 because it was the only cafe in san leandro who are a green business, make italian sodas, and the ambiance is really nice. and there's free...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
just a note, if angela doesn't have her coffee within two hours of waking up she becomes the evil spawn of medusa and lucifer. i don't really like starbucks coffee because it's weak, or maybe i'm...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I visited Zocalo for the first time yesterday and loved it. Great coffee, great staff, great atmosphere. Will definitely be coming here again.
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I enjoyed going to Zocalo since it was a local business & they have a play area for our little ones. I HAVE ALWAYS ENJOYED GOING TO ZOCALOS. I have to admit that I was pretty turned off last time I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This past weekend our playgroup met up at Zocalo for a date. Not more than 20 minutes after being there we were asked by the staff to be quite. They were gettting complaints from the other...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Zocalo is a nice coffee house and reminds me of having coffee in the city.They have a play area set up for parents to bring their children and play. Last weekend I was there with a few moms having our...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
one of the best coffeehouses in the east bay:great coffee--they roast their own beansgreat community space--people are actually meeting & talking about local issues, play space, lending library, gym...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love this place. The employees are very, polite, and friendly. I have never left the place without anything other than a courteous smile and great java. The owner's always make you feel...
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love zocalos!! Its the best coffee around!! Its always strong and brewed fresh! The only thing that sucks is the parking. But otherwise great coffee and great pastries!
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the Bay Area's best cafes, Zocolo isn't just a great coffee roaster but a community center, awesome for working or bringing kids (as there's a play area).The place is craftsman style which is a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
cute lil spotnewly introduced & I'm addicted! ;-)
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this coffery is spacious with many tables and free wifi. their ethiopian coffee is a steal (l. 1.75)so smooth. no bitterness. drinkable black. friendly servers. first , actually 2nd place i had coffee...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love hanging out at Zocalo. Lots of interesting people, good coffee and baked goodies, good music, free wireless. Zocalo rocks!
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is absolutely true that this coffee house is not a stationery store well-equipped with writing implements, nor do they have the central control to the Bay Area's overall temperature level. It might...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I wandered in a little after 5 on a Wednesday afternoon. Large space, looks like a neighborhood hang out for the locals. Ordered a Zahlua (sp) their version of a Kahlua. Pretty good. Close at 6 as...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'll have to come here a couple more times, but the last couple times I went it was HOT, and the cafe has no AC. THeir coffee is good, and the place is spacious with a kid-friendly area. I just...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
They have some cool local art on the walls, a bunch of hipsters working the counter and decent coffee but this is not my kind of place.It's the local coffee shop for the neighborhood moms with the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a pretty great place to study at. It is clean and quiet in the afternoon. Free wifi. The staff is pretty nice. Other than the environment, they don't have much to offer. soso food, soso...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Zocalo Coffeehouse is one of San Leandro's little indy coffee shops hidden to all those outside our little world. They have an awesome selection of teas and coffee drinks, a very friendly staff, free...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lovin the bohemian artsy feel of this coffee house! You're transported to big urban city in the heart of San Leandro. It's a nice quiet place to chillax and enjoy a good cup of coffee. Gotta...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A clean-well-lit place ! 1 StarFriendly baristas ! 1 StarFree WiFi ! 1 StarGreat coffee ! 1 Star...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is THE spot in San Leandro. No really, it's the only place I've found in this city that has free wireless, good coffee, a great atmosphere, friendly baristas, and there's even free parking right...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a favorite haunting ground for me and my husband during the weekend mornings. As we walk our dogs, we make sure we do a pit stop at Zocalo's for a cup of coffee (for him), a cup of peach tea...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Zocalo is definitley a neighborhood coffee house. I never really know what to expect when I go there. I found it housing a swarm of kids on a monday morning; screaming with a pack of PTA moms on a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW, THANK YOU YELP FOR FINDING ME A WINNER!!!I LOVE coffee shops...and i especially love quiet, spacious ones with great coffee. It's hard to believe that it took me this long to find this one, and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Eclectic staff, friendly service, great atmosphere. As close to berkeley as you can come without driving an extra 15 miles, and getting caught in a riot...Don't forget the free wi-fi!
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My kids like the play area but I wish it were padded but hey you can't have it all right. They have a good variety of brewed coffee but I'm not crazy about their lattes although one of the baristas...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When we were looking to buy our first house the only absolute requirement was to be in walking distance of a good coffee house. In hindsight perhaps we should have looked into the schools. Anyway.......
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was impressed with the interior as soon as I opened the door. On the ground right in front of the door there's a quote (yet not that interested to read). The place is fairly large with ample...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Zocalo is one of the highlights of San Leandro.Good coffee. So thankful to have a local coffeehouse and not have to go to Starsucks if I don't have to.Ham & cheddar muffin is a five star item. YUM....
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has saved me from Starbucks, hallelujah! Working in East Oakland, my coffee options are limited; Starbucks, McDonalds, or the "coffee club". Yuck. I wanted to see what other option I had,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Me Likes! It's close to home and very kid friendly. The have a nice kid corner in the back for kids to have fun. I don't have kids, but I think it's a great idea to make a coffee house a family...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everytime I need a good cup of coffee, or a place to get some work done, or just a place to kill time while spying on people via their itunes libraries, I thank the higher power for Zocalo....
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2008
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Zocalo Coffeehouse is an ideal coffeehouse... good, friendly service, comfortable chairs and couches... comfortable atmosphere... easy in and out parking. The owners are trying to use this business n...
judysbook.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i've only been here once but i can see the appeal of a local coffee shop esp in san leandro - the home of the bayfair mall
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My earlier review ragged on a lousy latte I received there, but subsequent visits have proved that they indeed DO know how to make good caffe lattes.I dig the kiddie play area too.
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoyed this place, it's a great place to study but it's only downfalls are the lack of street parking, its early closing, and the one barrista that seemed to hate her job. It has a lot of...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I would like to thank the person who had the idea to add a children's play area to this coffee house. I can sit and drink a tasty cup of coffee while the children I nanny play or look at...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Beautifully appointed coffeehouse--a homey feel without being over the top or too spartan. I discovered this cozy place last fall while working on a historical project at the San Leandro Public...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Where do I start? Let's see, I could start off with going to Zocalo's my first time while waiting for my daughter after school and enjoying a fine Mexican mocha, the wifi, and comfy seating. Or I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like this place very much!The coffee is great and the atmosphere is cool.It's very comfortable. I feel like I'm at a good friend's house hanging out. I think I actually laid on the couch last time I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love the ...children's area and the chalkboard walls....friendly other moms....free parking on the side street .....great selection of looseleaf green tea.....great food choices .....large clean...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Once upon a time, we bought all our beans at Peet's. Then we found El Zocalo. My favorite of their beans so far is the Espresso roast. Damn, this coffee is good. Best I've had. Ever.El Zocalo is also...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really incredible quality. The Costa Rican is extraordinary.Nice atmosphere. Lots of open space, and stays nice and cool on hot days even if it's sweltering outside and there's coffee roasting inside.
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Witty guys behind the counter.Great f*cking coffee.the best part of my walk to and from Baby Momma Safeway.But still. I feel annoyed by this place sometimes.I can't put my finger on it.
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, cute San Leandro, how I miss thee...I love my neighborhood and the BF's, but neither of us has a coffee house as cute, warm, and welcoming as Zocalo. It's the perfect place to get your (coffee,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite coffee place in San Leandro! They do not burn the coffee and they actually want you to sit and stay a while! The tables are even big enough to bring study material (yeah like I do that)...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great coffee, great ambiance, normally friendly and spunky staff. Great kids area, beautiful woodworking throughout and two decently clean and large bathrooms. Just watch out for the limited hours...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the closest thang to true seattle style hang and coffee. fresh roasted and not burnt!!!! i'm sooo sick of this san francisco "french roast" crap! you can actually get a latte here with silken foam...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
place is damn awesome...i love their space and energy....free internet never hurts....best place to sit and run into old local friends...its just like a tiny high school re-union......thumbs up...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A clean, comfortable coffeehouse with good food and drink at reasonable prices = 4 stars. They get extra credit for their community spirit and the wonderful childrens' play area.
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If ONLY they would expand their hours, it would be an ABSOLUTE FIVE STARS. They close early. Great for other people. Crappy for me. At 6pm I'm just getting into my study groove. Atmosphere wise,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hmmm .... a great local coffee shop should have great (organic, too) coffee (duh!), tasty snacks, comfy chairs, free wifi and a play area for my kids!!! This is it. Zocalo! I get the butter...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think I'm in love.When I try to imagine my idea of the ultimate local coffee shop, it's open and bright and has *excellent* coffee and decent small food, not just sweets. There's music on, but not...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Solid local coffee hang out. When I am in the East Bay it is my primary free Wi-Fi destination. Good coffee and vibe. They just did a remodel which opened up the space and created a great kids...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
GREAT beans. I've bought stashes of whole bean coffee here for years, when it was still known as Dean's Beans. Dean has since sold the business -- presumably to discover what more there is to life...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite hippie cafe and it's even close to home. Coffee and other beverages are pretty good, I usually get a chai and a cranberry walnut scone. Service is always pleasant and the vibe...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Zocalo's open again. Good news for me. Fine coffee and good service. The kids - lots of them - do get to me, but this is definitely their turf, and I know that going in. Parking is easy.
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great spot for GREAT coffee, a cool place to hang out & a good amount of space for kids to run around inside. Feels like college again....except for the kid part!
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2005
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In April of 2005, Latte Da Coffehouse, located on Washington Blvd. in San Leandro shut its doors. After it shut its doors, it was slim pickings if you wanted a nice non-chain place for coffee in San L...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/05/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Funky cafe with all the essentials of the neighborhood cafe- couches, a small bookcase full of random books, magazines on the tables, and regulars sitting at tables on their laptops. They roast their...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2005
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