I stopped by Bondadoso as I waited for my tires to be put on at a nearby tire shop…read more I ordered a Nitro Brew with added oat milk and it was delicious and just the right strength. They have a patio area that is nice for sipping coffee, meeting with friends, working, or studying. I'm surprised some people have negative reviews. I've always had positive experiences here and never experienced anything negative regarding customer service. So if you're in the area, give Bondadoso a try!

I think Bondadoso would be the perfect local coffee shop to walk to every morning. It sits at the…read morecorner of an area populated with tire stores and car services, and still does a robust business. Comfortable atmosphere and chill vibe... it always seems to have a dozen or more people enjoying conversation or working on their laptop inside, and several more enjoying the small porch outside. (Dogs are welcome on the porch.) They always have a welcoming and friendly staff and provide quick service. They have a large selection of teas and coffee for retail as well. This is definitely worth a side trip to enjoy a hand-crafted beverage, a small bite and to relax for a bit. It's a perfect option versus sitting in the service waiting room if you're getting service at many of the shops within a couple of blocks.

I go there almost everyday for my matcha drinks. Highly recommend this place for their cozy…read moreambiance and friendly staff :) If you need to be awake and energized for your days, their matcha drinks will definitely hit the spot Also, all of their desserts are amazing! Especially all types of their Baklava

Honestly don't quite understand the amazing reviews of this coffee shop…read more We love downtown Walnut Creek and got excited to try out a new coffee spot but was really disappointed in every aspect of this shop.. it was quite busy for a Wednesday afternoon and when we walked in, there's one kiosk to order. No one was at the main register to take orders. The couple in front took forever to order so we stood next in line for a little under 10 min.. we noticed there were several people outside of the small shop waiting for their orders. As we were in line to offer, several people came inside and asked the employees at the counter about their order status. We waited 30 min for 2 iced drinks!! Someone ahead of us was still waiting on her ONE iced coffee. I ordered an iced tiramisu latte and my brother ordered a matcha. My drink tasted like watered down milk. My brother's drink didn't taste like proper matcha. It's a shame because the place and location is nice. But staff doesn't greet you or seem friendly or even approachable. And the drinks are not good. I didn't bother for any food/pastries.

My partner and I were up in Napa for a road trip and we were heading back down to LA first thing in…read morethe morning. Before we got deep into our drive, we wanted to stop for some coffee, and this spot happened to be open and on our way. We're not super familiar with coffee in the Bay Area, and for most of our trip we hadn't chosen great shops to visit. Panama Bay, however, really surprised us. A lot about this spot felt unassuming to us. It's a small cottage on the corner that stands out from the taller, more modern apartment buildings around it. There's not much space indoors. All of their seating is outdoors, located next to their outdoor pickup window. It's a little more offbeat than your average coffee spot, but it's really charming. The great service was one of the first things I noticed. Our two baristas were very friendly, chatting with us about our trip, and giving menu recommendations. All of this was greatly appreciated, especially since their menu has many options. They had an extensive list of syrup flavors, lattes, pour over coffee, and breakfast sandwiches. I grabbed a banana latte, and breakfast sandwich. The coffee was flavorful, and the sandwich has the best chipotle mayo. My partner tried the Mayan pour over, and he really loved his drink. Everything that we ordered was fantastic, and the friendly baristas really made our visit. This was easily the best coffee spot we visited during our trip I definitely recommend dropping by this spot if you're nearby, and I'll definitely be back in the future if I'm ever back up north.

I've been meaning to try this coffee spot for a while and I'm glad I stopped by after work!…read more I ordered inside and waited outside for my drink. I got the banana bread latte (one of their most popular drinks) and it was super yummy!! I can see why it's their popular, would love to get again. You can also order ahead online on their app :) Only downside is downtown Walnut Creek parking is bad, I was lucky enough to find street parking and walked to Panama Bay Coffee. But overall worth it.

First things first, Lever Coffee smells amazinggg. When you walk in the most wonderful coffee smell…read morehits you and it feels so comforting. Our barista Maliya was very friendly and our drinks were great. My family enjoyed their coffees, and I enjoyed the chai. My nephew loved his "milk on the rocks" lol Can't wait to visit again when we're in the area.

My husband's and my favorite coffee shop! We travel all the way from San Jose for Lever…read moreoccasionally. The coffee is so fragrant and pastries are to die for. Love that the pastries are now available to pre-order. We couldn't believe there wasn't already a bakery storefront. Overall, love this spot. Service is always friendly and accommodating. Please come down to San Jose!

Stopped here for our morning coffee before heading to lunch in the area. The dining area is…read moreseparated into two spaces; the main area and the little room in the back. We sat in the back and it was really cozy. There were upholstered chairs around small tables, more like a club than a coffee shop; I loved it! The front area is brighter and sleeker than the back; more like what I'm used to in a coffee shop. The pastries in the display case looked wonderful, but since we were going to lunch, none of us ordered anything other than coffee. I had a small cappuchino and I think others got cappuchinos as well, another small and two mediums. The small was $5 and the mediums were $6. The baristas were friendly and welcoming and made a great cappuchino. Highly recommend!

The employee who took our order seemed like he was having the worst day of his life and wanted…read moreeveryone else to have one too. From the moment we walked up to the counter, the attitude was cold, irritated, and downright unfriendly. Ordering felt more like an inconvenience than a customer interaction. To top it off, nobody asked whether we wanted our food for here or to go, yet everything arrived packed in to-go containers. When we opened one of the boxes, it looked like our food had lost a fight with a tumble dryer. The presentation was so rough that we genuinely laughed because we couldn't believe it was being served that way. Good coffee and food can be forgiven for an occasional mistake, but poor customer service is much harder to overlook. Hopefully this was just an off day, because a little friendliness and a lot less attitude would go a long way.

It's been awhile, I love coming back. The desserts alone are magnificent. They make their tiramisu…read moreso it was tough choosing a different dessert. The pistachio pastry we got did not disappoint. It was delish. We ordered a latte and their Havana latte was recommended. I loved the Havana latte, one of the best lattes I've had. It was flavorful but not super sweet as it has condensed milk. We ordered and paid at register both the cashier and barista were super friendly and polite. There is indoor and outdoor seating. It's a large coffee shop, also serves alcohol. I've had their espresso martinis in the past and one of my favorites. We just had wine and we were looking for a place to have dessert. There's plenty of table and booth seating.

Came here for breakfast with some friends and we thought it was OK. Their matcha was not bad, but…read morenot my favorite (was a bit grainy). My friends enjoyed a mocha drink and a Nutella latte. The caramel macchiato is also good. Overall we weren't really wowed by the pastries or food options, but my friends agreed their coffee drinks tasted good. The inside is small but cozy, making it comfortable for the cold weather.

We were drawn to this spot on a holiday weekend which I want to say is the reason why we waited so…read morelong (25+ mins), but I would still come again based on their delicious food! Food - WOW. - Smoked salmon tartine: I'm honestly still savoring this dish. The toppings included radishes, cucumber, fresh dill, etc. all made for incredible taste! - Mediterranean wrap: on the smaller size but great ingredients and flavor! Also a unique twist to use tater tots and mushrooms. So good! - Raspberry croissant: crispy and soft, jam was very tasty too! After reading about their English muffins, we decided to bring a bag home! Can't wait to try them for breakfast!

I always have to come to Model Bakery anytime I am in Walnut Creek. I LOVE their English muffins…read moreand usually buy a pack to bring home. I've also had their breakfast croissantwich and breakfast burrito multiple times. Their pastries are good as well and recently I also tried their coconut pie (not sure if it's a temporary item), it was delicious!! I normally am not a fan of coconut as a lot of places taste very artificial but this pie was the complete opposite. Delicious coconut filling and coconut cream on top, not overly sweet too, I would definitely get it again. Staff are always friendly, I recommend signing up for rewards with your phone number/toast app if you come frequently.

Good coffee if you're in the area. Strong coffee taste ,…read moregood sweetness level but a little too milky for a 12oz iced coffee. I wouldn't say it's excellent coffee but it's still good if you know what I mean, it's an 8/10 for me. Ample space to do work, with couches and some chairs.

This was probably one of the most modern and chic coffee shops I've ever been to -- and I can't…read morebelieve I slept on it until now! It's amazing how this place has grown, and I'm glad to see what they've done over the years. Their roastery is based in Oakland, but they have started to branch out to Contra Costa and other areas of Alameda County, which I have found quite surprising. I decided that trying their newest store out in Walnut Creek would do it justice -- and indeed, it tastes just like the one I tried in Oakland -- vibes, coffee drink, and pastry, everything with it's local taste. I got an easy vanilla latte -- and a butter croissant. Both tasted just as yummy as they say in other foodies' reviews. The only downside is the guest patio next to their stop -- I wasn't even sure if I was even allowed to sit there. I wish they could have made it clearer for other patrons so that they wouldn't get confused like I did.

Prologue Coffee & Tea is a small café operating inside the Walnut Creek Library in downtown (Walnut…read moreCreek has two libraries). Although the location is not prominent, pictures of their beautifully crafted drinks and delicious bánh mì sandwiches have been spreading across different social media platforms. So much so that they have been featured in reporting by several local media outlets. Out of curiosity, I decided to check this spot out with my brother and a couple friends on 08/29/2025. It wasn't busy when we walked in at around noon. A quick glance revealed a space that's tiny but well organized. We were greeted by Thuy, the friendly proprietor of the establishment. Since this was our first visit, it took us a while to figure out what we wanted. In the end, we each got a bánh mì sandwich and a beverage. Pricing was reasonable IMHO (see menu pic). I had the cold cut bánh mì and an iced coffee. I gave half of my sandwich to my brother, and he gave me half of his grilled chicken bánh mì in return. Both sandwiches were delicious! The baguette was excellent. It was crispy on the outside and soft and spongy on the inside. Thuy told me later on that she gets them from Duc Huong Sandwiches, a famed Vietnamese sandwich chain in San Jose. The homemade pâté, cold cuts, and grilled chicken were all delicious, and the produce was very fresh. The iced coffee was very good as well. We chatted with Thuy extensively before and after our meal. She told us she was a banker prior to opening this café. From our conversation, I could tell she takes pride in her work. We were all very impressed by her demeanor and business acumen. Should you find yourself in downtown Walnut Creek, do yourself a favor and give this place a try. You will not be disappointed. 5 stars. BONUS MATERIAL: - You can either park at the library lot, Civic Park, or the Broadway city garage a block away. - Contactless payment. - They have limited indoor and outdoor seating.

Banh Minh: 4 out 5 Solid viet sandwich for Walnut Creek…read more Preferred the cold cut over the grilled chicken. Service: 5 out of 5 Super friendly folks working Environment: 4 out 5 Fast casual & within the library. Some seating outside.

I stop by Rooted Coffee every month when in the area for work. Friendly service, good coffee, and a…read morenice environment. My last visit there I was lucky enough to have met the owners who were very lovely people. I would highly recommend Rooted Coffee if you're in the area

I feel like I go here too much. So many gluten free options and drinks!…read more Avocados toast are always so good! I cannot rave about them enough. Don't even get me started on the waffles. My favorite is the omega donut . The staff here is very kind and only have had good interactions. Seating can be rough on a weekend but people come and go. I like to read here when I can and enjoy my treats!