This place has been my life saver! Excellent coffee & breakfast stuff but the salads & sandwiches is wheres it at...Freshly made to order exactly how u like it! They also have homemade desserts & soups...but go early or u might miss out. Omar, the owner is very nice & accommodating ;-) read more

Wrote this last week but it hasn't shown up so I am writing again because it was so great! I had heard of this place and the great sandwiches, and then a friend separately suggested that we go, so we decided it was time. We showed up early becasue we didn't want to hit the office crowd, as it is in an office building. Pretty cool office building inside, with tons of plants and open space. We didn't know what to order, so Omar suggested the #1 seller, the 2K sandwich - and we complied lol. We both also ordered a bowl of chicken soup. Seems like an ordinary deli order, right? But first of all, Omar is the nicest man you will ever meet, and he seemed happy to be there! The sandwich was on a croissant, and it was delicious without being greasy, magically. The soup had depth, with chicken and kale. We were looking at the interesting coffee drinks, so he made us one to share - the almond borgia - chocolate, almond, espresso, and milk. I think we had oatmilk. It was delicious and interesting and you wanted to savor every mouthful. What a great spot! So happy this place exists, and we will definitely be coming back! Hi Omar! read more

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My kid's school is nearby, so I've become a regular after morning dropoff. Omar and the team are great and a friendly way to start the day.

delicious food and lovely people. The 2k sand which is on a croissant and has been my fave for lunch. The family that runs this place is amazing and they're so kind. The location is inside an office building, tucked away, so I almost thought it wasn't there at first, but I love how it's a hidden gem. Try it and i'm sure you'll make it your go-to spot! read more

I recently visited Cafe 2K and had an amazing experience! The coffee was absolutely fantastic, and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great coffee spot! read more

I don't know if it counts that I've never officially been here, but a friend brought me a sandwich from here and it was Crack. I got the jalapeño beef whcuh had jalapeños, sautéed onions, roast beef, Jack cheese, lettuce tomato and a spicy mayo. Everything was fresh and the flavors were all over the place. Not much else to say because I didn't see the location, but the sandwich was definitely worth another trip back in the future read more

Cafe 2k - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Warm/Friendly but most important - delicious! Nothing Fancy, but why should it be...after all, it's about the DAMN FOOD America! The menu is perfect. Diversely eclectic, appealing to your quintessential Californian although quietly showcasing some sincere hidden Midwestern items seeking sanctuary obviously in this very warm, free-thinking epicurean environment. The owner is a young, bright, charming creature sporting a confident "come hither" glow about himself. It's places like this, that greet you with sincerity whilst getting their "Darn Good Sandwich On" that will always maintain a high-level of success...period! Well done...well worth the drive down the hill. :) read more

Cafe 2k - Super friendly... And that's why this place will always be successful!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Convenient for me because it's walking distance from work. It's mostly pick up though there are a few tables to eat inside and a few more outside. I'm vegetarian and the options are solid. I especially like the eggplant sandwich. Despite being the only option in the area the staff there is super nice. read more

Best sandwiches, custom orders and great options. Breakfast burritos are amazing. Great stop for lunch or breakfast.

Rarely would I ever leave a bad review but damn man.. in all fairness and honesty, they serve decent food at a good price point along with a friendly service. However, I called in today prior to coming and the owner told me that they're too busy to make a breakfast sandwich. Understandable and doesn't bother me at all, if it was true. Came in literally five minutes after the phone call to find not a single customer in line or anyone waiting for food. Instead, it was two employees standing around talking loudly and the owner just chatting it up with someone while they were eating at a table. I don't know man.. that's pretty shady. This will be the last time I'll order from them. read more

It's a small kiosk area inside the building passed the welcome desk to your right. There's plenty parking since it's in a private lot. The prices for sandwiches, drinks etc are all under 10$ and the best part is that it tastes delicious still! Glad I found this place to take a quick lunch when I'm in the area! read more

Two words: breakfast burrito. Plus, Omar will customize anything. He and his staff are fantastic and friendly. The food is delicious. So glad they made it through the shut-down! read more

Super friendly people and delicious sandwiches! love their smiles! Willing to try all sandwiches! read more

Cafe 2k - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

If you are ever in San Mateo or work around San Mateo this little gem is the place to eat at. From the coffee, to breakfast, sandwiches and pastries this place is amazing. The prices are so cheap here and they are meaty. My favorite is the Dutch crunch bread with mayo, avocado, and double meat toasted. You can also order on door dash and pick up if your in a rush. read more

Cafe 2k - In the picture below is Ice American, Iced Almond Borge, Reuben, & Roast beef Sanwhich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Met Omar and Maria today while getting breakfast. They recognized me as new to the building, welcomed me, and were really friendly the entire time I was there! The burrito and mocha were really tasty read more

Love this little office building cafe. They're super friendly, and even though it's a tiny shop, they offer a huge amount of options at a reasonable price. My wife goes for the veggie options, while I'm using going for a meat sandwich. Today she got egg salad and I went for chicken salad. Both were excellent. They usually have daily specials, so you don't have to worry about getting bored with the standard menu. Cool place! read more

Cafe 2k is a great little cafe tucked away in the 2000 Alameda office building. The staff is super nice and they have a wide array of espresso/coffee drinks and make sandwiches fresh with each order (nothing sits in a case for god knows how long). I highly recommend the Almond Borgia- it's sweet and delicious with a hint of coffee. It's my favorite! p.s. it's really close to 280 and 92, so getting back on the road is a cinch ;0) read more

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I usually like to stop by here for a quick cup of coffee and bite to eat when visiting a friend who works in the building. Super friendly service and fresh sandwiches which hit the spot. Today, I had the roast beef with cheddar on whole wheat. There are multiple areas to sit, visit, and eat, including small tables in the atrium and benches outdoors. Free parking in the garage below. read more

Fresh and tasty, is not enough, actually, it's WONDERFUL ! In addition, their smiles and services are #1. We are veeeery very happy to have "Cafe 2k" in our office complex!! Just drop in 2000 Alameda, and enjoy the best coffee, sandwiches, soups and salads! read more

I happened to be in the business complex on a fluke and was hungry/bored, so I decided to order a bagel with cream cheese. It was the typical mediocre California bagel (nothing like New York) and the price itself was decent. The lady, who seemed like she ran things at the cafe, was very friendly. The thing that threw me off and warranted this 2-star rating was the fact that the person preparing my bagel and cream cheese wasn't wearing gloves. Not cool. read more

Was driving around for an appointment and I was early so I stopped by to get something to eat at this place. Was pleasantly surprised that the quality of the stacks and also a great cup of coffee. read more

best breakfast burrito i've had by far and they are super sweet lady's! will definitely be coming here more often (:

I've worked in the Food and Beverage industry for a long time, and nothing speaks louder than customer service. It naturally triggers our brain to decide whether tastes better or not, however in Café 2Ks case, both are a winning combination. Omar and staff do a phenomenal job, and I couldn't think of a better recommendation than to a family owned kiosk that serves great food with a smile. Breakfast burritos and a smoothie in them morning makes me content all day long. Keep up the good work, Omar! read more

I recently visited a friend of mine who works in this building (2000 Alameda de las Pulgas) for lunch. He recommended that we check out the new cafe that opened up in the lobby. We were greeted by the 2 brothers who own the place and they were very nice and helpful in helping us decide what to order. I ordered the Kickin' Chicken sandwich and my friend ordered a California Wrap. The food was fresh and delicious! We were very impressed by the quality of food that these guys were producing. The coffee was very flavorful and the smoothie my friend ordered was delicious as well. They have a great selection of Sandwiches and Salads and plenty vegetarian options as well. Although the cafe is in the lobby of a building, I do see myself making the trip for lunch. Definitely worth the drive! These guys do everything well! And they're quite hilarious to boot! A definite 5 star find! read more

Cafe 2K is a really awesome cafe right in the building lobby in San Mateo. Omar runs the place and is a great guy. All the customers are regulars and know him by name. I try to go there as often as possible to eat sandwiches. I think Cafe 2K sandwiches are just as good if not better than an actual deli or Specialty sandwich. The customer service is always excellent and everyone is happy to support Omar and his business. I personally consider him a friend and started off just as a customer but now I see how hard he works and how hard he tried day in and day out to make all the customers extremely happy. The food is not only excellent but the people there make for an amazing experience. I will always be a customer of Cafe 2K so long as Omar continues to run the cafe. read more

Great place to eat. The aroma alone is just as good. Good sandwiches, salads. Heck even the coffee is great. And I know a good cup of coffee. The staff there are always friendly. They make you fell welcome each and every time. Each sandwich has its own spin. I would recommend this cafe to anyone. read more

OK -- this is the best cafe I've ever by chance run across in a large office building, most others are substandard. One would never expect this -- give it a shot. Great selection, yummy sandwiches, great garden seating. This would rival many more expensive boutique cafe's; as a cafe in an office, it's at the very top. read more

Quick, cheap sandwiches and salads for those working in and around 2000 Alameda de las Pulgas. Very sweet family runs it, and their lattes are really good! read more

I go there for coffee almost every day. Nice people. Good service. The coffee is okay. Pastries are not that good but the sandwiches are very very very good. read more

Cafe 2k - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Very friendly staff and great service! Love their sandwiches; my fave is their BLT. I'm sipping on their iced caramel macchiatto right now =). read more

Love this place and everyone is super friendly, helpful not to mention the food is DELICIOSO!!

Good Deli and good coffee. Nothing great though. If you want a good Deli try Piazzas.

Everyone here was super nice, friendly, and helpful. The staff take time to get to know you even if you aren't a regular, this is first time here. I ordered a vanilla latte, it was good but a little on the sweet side for me. Next time I'll have to ask for less vanilla. I missed breakfast so I ordered an egg salad sandwich. Omar was very patient asking which type of bread and making sure I indeed wanted everything on it, which was helpful because I noticed it came with onions and I don't like onions. My order was made quick and everything was made correctly. I'll definitely swing in again if I'm in the area. read more

Some of the best spots to eat are the best Hidden. A gem in the financial buildings off 92 completely unheard of by most. The wraps are to die for, menu's updated and add specials daily, sandwiches are just bomb, ect ect not enough good things can be said. Friendly staff that is always smiling and makes time to get to know you if you come often. One of my favorite stops for lunch when I have a day off to enjoy read more

Excellent customer service always wins me over. The owners are great, very quick, and very friendly. I appreciate the variety of foods and beverages they offer and from what I've heard from my colleagues, the sandwiches are delicious. The food prep area is kept very clean and even though the line can get pretty long, the wait time never is. I'm still very impressed by how attentive and courteous they are to the customers. Other establishments could take a lesson or two from Cafe 2K. Thank you for satisfying or caffeine needs! read more

Came here with,my kids after a doctors appt and was super suprised at how good our sandwiches were, the service was great, i had a club sandwich and my oldest had the tuna sand both were delicious we also had a couple of smoothies which were really good and not overly sweet. One of the workers noticed i had a younger child with,me and brought her a mini cup of a smoothie for free without being asked which i thought was really nice. We will definitely be going back again. read more

Easy 5. Saw it on yelp and came to the building just for the food, probably coming back. On the right of the east entrance of the 2000 building. Jungle smoothie bomb. Breakfast burritos are dank. Customer Service was awesome. read more

Screw this place. I walked around for 20 minutes trying to find it. They don't have a single sign and don't pick up thier phone. I'm pretty sure it doesn't exist. read more

Cafe 2K is a welcome addition to 2000 Alameda. This place is worth going to even if you don't work there! Easy parking in front or in the basement. Food is fresh and tasty, and cheap. Owners/workers are very friendly. The kickin chicken sandwich is great, and huge. Good wheat rolls. Falafel is decent. The BLT has nice crispy bacon, but come on give me more than two thin slices of tomato guys! Other than that no complaints! read more

This is a great lunch spot tucked away in the 2000 Alameda office building. Wonderful fresh made sndwiches wraps and salads....I recommend the Lana's sandwich warm with eggplant mushroom and marinara. Coffee drinks are also great. Family owned and the staff is so friendly. Great healthy options...and breakfast too read more