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Light-filled cafe serves up breakfast & lunch fare, plus bakery treats & espresso in a cheery space.
Hours
| Friday | 8 AM–1:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–1:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–1:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–1:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–1:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1910 Encinal Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
Phone: (510) 523-2583
Website: https://www.bluedotcafeandcoffeebar.com/
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BLUE DOT CAFE & COFFEE BAR – Alameda
1910 ENCINAL AVENUE ALAMEDA · 8:00-1:30 tuesday-saturday · CLosed Sunday & Monday · breakfast • lunch • saturday brunch • espresso/tea/beer/wine · 510-523-2583.
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Reviews
timothee maz
they should definitely stop selling coffee. literally selling hot black water as coffee. but the atmosphere and banana bread is 10/10.
… moreAlexa Flores
I’m done with this place.
Yes, the food is good. That’s literally the only reason I kept coming back for years. But the owner, who also works here, is consistently rude, dismissive, and acts like customers are an inconvenience. The attitude is nasty, the social skills are nonexistent, and it ruins the entire experience.
And for what? The food and drinks are overpriced for this area, so you’d expect at least basic respect and decent service. Instead you get treated like you should be grateful they’re taking your money.
What really sealed it for me was overhearing another customer complaining about the same terrible treatment from the owner. So it’s not a bad day, it’s a pattern. After being a loyal customer for 10 years, I won’t be back. If you care about being treated like a human being, spend your money somewhere that actually values customers.
… moreYes, the food is good. That’s literally the only reason I kept coming back for years. But the owner, who also works here, is consistently rude, dismissive, and acts like customers are an inconvenience. The attitude is nasty, the social skills are nonexistent, and it ruins the entire experience.
And for what? The food and drinks are overpriced for this area, so you’d expect at least basic respect and decent service. Instead you get treated like you should be grateful they’re taking your money.
What really sealed it for me was overhearing another customer complaining about the same terrible treatment from the owner. So it’s not a bad day, it’s a pattern. After being a loyal customer for 10 years, I won’t be back. If you care about being treated like a human being, spend your money somewhere that actually values customers.
Karen Pintal
Cosy friendly cafe with the best coffee I’ve had anywhere in the Bay Area. Very laid back relaxed atmosphere. I felt welcomed in a quiet and accepting way. Fresh delicious food. Not only kid friendly, but dog friendly and people friendly. My kind of place.
… moremargaret tan
New update 02/07/24
Loved to have bfast or lunch here. They have daily special menu. Their scones are to die for. Not cheap but good food
Very fresh healthy food. Lots of good baked goods. Good place to dine
… moreLoved to have bfast or lunch here. They have daily special menu. Their scones are to die for. Not cheap but good food
Very fresh healthy food. Lots of good baked goods. Good place to dine
Christopher Lew
What a cute cafe! I really enjoyed the local vibe here. Everyone is asked to bus their own tables, and the drinks were very good. I ordered an Americano.
I would say that the breakfasts are not exactly worth the cost. We ordered an egg, toast, and sausage breakfast and that was something easily made at home for like 1/10 the cost lol.
I’d come here to hangout and get drinks though!
… moreI would say that the breakfasts are not exactly worth the cost. We ordered an egg, toast, and sausage breakfast and that was something easily made at home for like 1/10 the cost lol.
I’d come here to hangout and get drinks though!
Mortiche Wong
A surprising find in the middle of a residential neighborhood. I avoided trying them for almost 2 years for no reason other than the lack of seating and how crazy it would potentially get if they got slammed.
Boy, I wish I started coming earlier! Their food is delicious and they seem to have more seating by way of an auxiliary room to the side.
Their baked goods on display at the counter were an exercise in resisting temptation. We tried their strata and the waffle with fruit. The waffle was nothing too exciting but my little one was thrilled at the amount of whipped cream, butter, and fruit it showed up with. My strata was an unbelievably light and fluffy affair with leeks and bread, and a wonderfully crisp top hat. The only downside to the meal was how their bacon showed up- little porky ‘rosettes’ they were rolled up and baked so it was baked unevenly, the tops done. Overlooking that small infraction, and the tight seating, especially at the communal table next to where folks in line are, we enjoyed our brunch. Hopefully you’ll be as delighted as I was when you pay a visit. *bonus point for the employee wearing the DIJ shirt!*
… moreBoy, I wish I started coming earlier! Their food is delicious and they seem to have more seating by way of an auxiliary room to the side.
Their baked goods on display at the counter were an exercise in resisting temptation. We tried their strata and the waffle with fruit. The waffle was nothing too exciting but my little one was thrilled at the amount of whipped cream, butter, and fruit it showed up with. My strata was an unbelievably light and fluffy affair with leeks and bread, and a wonderfully crisp top hat. The only downside to the meal was how their bacon showed up- little porky ‘rosettes’ they were rolled up and baked so it was baked unevenly, the tops done. Overlooking that small infraction, and the tight seating, especially at the communal table next to where folks in line are, we enjoyed our brunch. Hopefully you’ll be as delighted as I was when you pay a visit. *bonus point for the employee wearing the DIJ shirt!*
Cee Rose Photography
Really enjoying this place. I’ve had a few meals because I work near by, but I’ve come in a few times as well now. The staff is always pretty nice. Especially the coffee maker person. Always clean tables. Lots of places to sit. The house made pickled onions on the avocado toast drive me wild!
Fast service, clean restrooms, outdoor seating available.
My only gripe is there are a weird amount of dogs every time I come to this place. So there’s a bit of fecal visibility and noise while you eat/chat but not the restaurants fault.
Definitely come check this place out. Bring your dog.
… moreFast service, clean restrooms, outdoor seating available.
My only gripe is there are a weird amount of dogs every time I come to this place. So there’s a bit of fecal visibility and noise while you eat/chat but not the restaurants fault.
Definitely come check this place out. Bring your dog.
LB
Went here while I was waiting for someone. A cute cafe with lots of indoor seating. The dishes are all around $11-14. I just got a scone and a coffee and let me tell you, I would go back for a scone!! I had the feta spinach one and it was buttery delicious.
… moreGen Jones
You just can’t get charm at Pete’s and Starbucks like you can get at a small coffee shop like this, especially when you walk in and see the owner sitting down working, you can taste the dedication to the business through each pleasant sip of my oat mocha. Customer Service goes above and beyond, making me feel welcome and desired to be there. They are very easy-going, and you feel it as soon as you walk in with many people enjoying meals at tables and laughing galore. You can tell that this coffee shop screams character charm. Closed Sunday and Monday, open five days a week until 130 get a chance to visit this lovely coffee shop and meet the wonderful owners and all of her employees.
When it comes to coffee, I am always the customer that struggles with finding the perfectly balanced espresso drink. In my experience, it has always been too hot, to milky, or not milky enough, with past experience I always add a extra shot into my large mocha. Upon first sip, a smile formed from ear to ear as I surprisingly found my new favorite coffee shop. This is the only coffee shop really worth going to in Alameda. The beans are roasted perfectly, brewed At just the right time so that it gives off pleasant espresso aromas and thick Crema. The espresso taste pierces through the smooth velvety chocolate milk, evenly spreading throughout the pallet of my tongue, giving no bitter taste whatsoever. This drink does not need any correction. It does not need any added sugar, it does not need any more milk, it does not need to be heated up or cooled down, it is perfect, and honestly I did not think that existed in the world of coffee.
… moreWhen it comes to coffee, I am always the customer that struggles with finding the perfectly balanced espresso drink. In my experience, it has always been too hot, to milky, or not milky enough, with past experience I always add a extra shot into my large mocha. Upon first sip, a smile formed from ear to ear as I surprisingly found my new favorite coffee shop. This is the only coffee shop really worth going to in Alameda. The beans are roasted perfectly, brewed At just the right time so that it gives off pleasant espresso aromas and thick Crema. The espresso taste pierces through the smooth velvety chocolate milk, evenly spreading throughout the pallet of my tongue, giving no bitter taste whatsoever. This drink does not need any correction. It does not need any added sugar, it does not need any more milk, it does not need to be heated up or cooled down, it is perfect, and honestly I did not think that existed in the world of coffee.
Noah Ellis
Really great little shop. The coffee is the highlight, it is truly so good! The breakfast is wonderful as well. I highly recommend the French toast. The staff is also friendly. The only thing that makes it a 4 is that all the savory breakfast really lacks seasoning. Definitely worth stopping in!
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