I haven't had Vitality Bowls about 3 years. I was lucky to find one close by my work. I missed it…read moreso much, the servings, the taste, and the freshness, very delicious. The customer service was great too. Now I know where to get açai bowl when I crave it again.

This place is very hit or miss. The quality of the items are great and it's the only place like it…read morein the area. Problem is, this business is ran like it knows it. I've had several complaints about things being in my bowl and dishes that were not ordered (and some I had no idea what it was) and every time I speak to a manager/employee about it it's just a roundabout "there's no way we do that so I don't know how it happened." The employees are obviously not held to a standard at all if that's how the manager approaches complaints. The employees are in the back 99.9% of the time which means they're more than likely back there living it up. Which wouldn't be an issue if there obviously wasn't signs of distraction, lack of simple detail, and a lack of caring, not just according to me, but according to a lot of people. And there's no view of people preparing your food as well which for some can be worrisome. Anytime quality of service and food is up and down as such, it's a sign of bad training and accountability. I've worked in food for 13 years so I'm just speaking from a standard I know what it should be, especially when people are spending their money to trust you with their food, health and nutrition. I've given this places several chances cause when it's done right, it is amazing. This place has a lot of great potential but needs new form of management whether that be a change of attitude or new management in general, quick. Because as a soon as a new spot opens around with better and more consistent service, it'll be playing keep up.

Came here recently for some acai bowls and left with a happy tummy. The shop is located in a strip…read moremall along Hesperian with many busy small businesses. Pick&Sip is a cozy shop with simple fresh options -- many of them of a tropical palette. My boyfriend and I got bowls with the following: * bananas * blueberries * strawberries * chia seeds * granola * Nutella The size was comparable (and potentially bigger) than most other places that serve acai in the area. My favorite part? The affordability! Most places I've been to in recent time make similar bowls going from $15 upwards but this place was slightly below that price. The staff here worked quickly and provided excellent service. I can't wait to come back again!

Pick & Sip opened 10 months ago where La Papatia once was. Similar infrastructure, with a few…read moreseats. Located near the Laundry. Follow the boombox. Not much decor besides the flatscreen with the menu. Thick coloring made prices & items blurry. Offerings: smoothies, Cascade Glacier Ice Cream, mangonada, sandwiches, coffee, Açaí Bowl, treats, Pinkgonada, Ordered at counter, paid, food ready in 5ish minutes. Bites: pastrami sandwich on wheat bread. Supposed to be hot. Cool not hot white bread looking with 6 thin pastrami slices, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. Salty tasting. 3.5 stars semi-worthy. pricey. Service & Q.q. Ok.

Order: 1 BBQ Chicken Bánh Mì…read more1 Mango Cane Nước Mia Total: $16.09 The Bánh Mì was PHENOMENAL! The bread was so soft yet crunchy and flaky--I could tell it was extremely fresh. The BBQ chicken was very tender with no fat and cooked with delicious spices. Just incredible. The veggies were also very fresh and crunchy. With every bite it just kept getting better. It's a pretty big-sized Bánh Mì--you can easily eat half and save the other half for later. The mango cane drink was delicious and very refreshing. I enjoyed every sip of it. Food: 10/10. The service was excellent! The young ladies working there were very welcoming and sweet. One even grabbed me a stool to sit on while I waited for my order, which was very thoughtful. The wait was not long 5-10 minutes. Not many customer around 12pm on Friday. Customer service: 10/10. The ambiance is cute. It's located in the heart of downtown Hayward near City Hall. The establishment is tiny, but they do have stools where you can sit and enjoy your Bánh Mì it's almost like being in Vietnam. There's no outside seating. Parking can definitely be challenging. You can park in the Lucky's supermarket lot, across the street in the parking structure, or if you're lucky, find street parking right in front of the establishment. This might be my favorite Bánh Mì spot. I will definitely be coming back. I just hope one day their hours and days expand. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!

I've been wanting to try this banh mi spot. Finally got a chance to go and was so excited. I drove…read more25 minutes only for them to tell me they only have the combination banh mi. I was looking forward to trying the pork banh mi. I asked if they sold out, and the girl said yes. How did you already sell out.. i got there around 1pm. I ended up getting the combo banh mi since I had already drove all the way there. I suggest calling before you make your way out there to see if they whatever banh mi left. Combo banh mi wasn't bad. Flavor was good. The gelatinous part of the cold meat was a bit too chewy and sugarcane was a bit too sweet. Left disappointed because I've been craving a good bbq pork banh mi

Amazing locations they have tons of options and the owners are so sweet very hard working. It's…read morevery welcoming and warm in this location.

The waffles here are amazing! I've ordered the same classic waffle multiple times this week with…read morebananas and strawberries with pecans and walnuts. That said, there have been a couple consistency issues since I've been coming. Earlier this week I was asked to come in to pick up my order about 45 minutes after the scheduled pickup time. I thought I would have at least received a discount or some offer of a complimentary small item but unfortunately nothing. I ordered again today and I received blueberries instead of bananas on a waffle I've ordered the same way this week as well. I love supporting Hayward small businesses but this store definitely needs to improve on accuracy and timing to make it a strong contender in the downtown Hayward area. I'd rate it a 3.5 to be accurate but will round up to a 4 because the owner seems very sweet. I think my waffle week run is over but I'll be back in the future one day and hope things get better as they grow!

They're serving up smashed fruit teas and I'm into it…read more I have tried their milk tea and guava lime tea. Both had a strong tea flavor which is what i like when I'm ordering tea. You can only add toppings to the fruit teas, you must try the water chestnut boba! I would recommend 30-50% sweet if you don't want your drink too sweet. They had a little craft store in front, and lots of seats inside. The only sad thing is that the only store is in the east bay and that's 40min from San Jose :(

I decided to give this a try while in Castro Valley since I've never been to Goolu before, and I do…read moretend to like lime. I ordered the pineapple lime tea, less sugar less ice. It was $8.50 before tip, which is very steep even with today's rising boba prices. They also have orchid oolong tea and a guava and peach flavor which I want to try next time, as well as selling hojicha and matcha. You can sign up for rewards at the ordering kiosk. It's sour and acidic but still sweet; I do wish in hindsight I'd asked for the lime to be removed, which is part of the drink customization settings, because the lime really overpowered it and it's harder to make out the pineapple. It had a rigid cup though, seems to be decent enough quality to reuse the cup. Overall, the drink was decent, but I took off a star because of how pricey it was. Still, I appreciate the premise of all the drinks containing lime and that they have some less common drink flavors.

After having driven by this cafe on multiple occasions, I finally stopped in here with a friend for…read morebreakfast. We each got the salmon bagel, tea, and a latte, then found a table on their cozy and beautiful back patio. The drinks came out in beautifully painted drink ware. This place was such a nice spot to catch up and chit chat over good food. The servers were super friendly and helpful, and we never once felt rushed to leave or vacate our table. The noise level was just right, too. You would think being on A St would mean we'd hear cars the entire time and would have to talk over other tables, but everyone was respectful of each other and my friend and I could hear one another speaking just fine. Parking is limited; there were maybe 4-5 spots on the side of Sandra's Barberia, but you can park on the street and walk over.

3.5/5 If you want to…read morefeel like you're just chilling in the backyard, eating a sandwich, this place has the perfect vibes. There is limited indoor seating, but I'd recommend eating outside anyway. I love the homey vibes with their decorations and silverware. I didn't order a drink, but the traditional clay mugs were a great touch. The Chipotle and El Despercidio sandwiches were both simple, but good. I think it was a bit overpriced for what it was, but I would still prefer to support a local business than a chain restaurant.

i come here almost every week, it's amazing. there's a variety of food you can get too other than…read moreall the options of boba u can get. service is pretty good, js when it gets crowded it can get pretty hectic but it's understandable under times like that. ambiance is also good, js sad that we can't use the tables anymore. it is a great place where u can come with friends. 10/10 i always come again, i also noticed they changed their fruit teas flavor a bit. it's still really good i just noticed it.

Having just moved to Castro Valley, we're excited to explore all the local spots within walking…read moredistance. i-Tea is only a little over a mile from our house, making it the perfect excuse for an afternoon family walk and I can already tell it'll be a regular stop for us. We originally came for the Fresh Strawberry Lemon Breeze, but they were sold out. No worries though, the staff recommended the Mango Pomelo, and it ended up being a great choice. The kids absolutely loved it and finished every last drop. We also ordered the Popcorn Chicken and Golden Sesame Balls, and both were excellent. The popcorn chicken was crispy, juicy, and came with a surprisingly generous portion. The chopped garlic on top is such a simple touch, but it really takes the flavor up a notch. The golden sesame balls came out hot and fresh with the perfect chewy texture. Friendly service, tasty food, and a convenient location make this an easy recommendation. If you're in Castro Valley and looking for a quick snack or boba run, i-Tea is definitely worth a visit. Looking forward to coming back to finally try that Strawberry Lemon Breeze!