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    Helacio's Deli & Cafe

    4.7 (53 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Medium Matcha Latte
    Geanna T.

    Helacio's was a pleasant find! It's a nice little neighborhood deli and cafe that serves a great assortment of both food and cafe drinks. I found my matcha latte to be okay. I think it was a bit grainy and needed a little bit more mixing. I did appreciate how they did not skimp on the matcha. The environment and service were great! The employees were welcoming and funny. I could tell they treat their customers with care and they even recognize their regulars! I would love to come back and try their food and other drink items.

    Gotta love cute decor
    Sherry Z.

    Lovely small local business. Everyone there was incredibly nice and supportive. We were sitting outside because we liked to people watch and a few of the workers came by to remind us that we were welcome to sit inside since it was a little chilly (and no it was not excessive, it was enough that they were keeping an eye out and wanted to make sure we were taken care of). Got a chorizo breakfast burrito and a latte. The latte was HOT, so be careful. Overall it was an okay latte but for the cost and the size very worth it. The breakfast burrito is a highly recommend from me. Tasty and with a good balance (note: not too much filler, quite a bit of chorizo). Overall, for the cost, service, and general vibe, I recommend Helacio's. Will definitely find myself back here soon.

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    Cynthia Denice O.

    Visiting from LA and wanted to find a small ,quaint local cafe near our stay and the PowWow at the MLK Civic Center Park. I searched and found Helacio's ! No regrets here ! Our breakfast croissant sandwiches were yummy, coffee (latte expresso ) was on point. Iced cafe latte was also delicious! Friendly and welcoming service. They had some interesting wall art from local artists and what was humbling to see and read was the story behind the 2 bricks on the wall. Go check it out! This store was determined to keep on keeping on and did not give up after their store was broken into. You guys rock and thank you for making mine and my mom's morning! See you guys again soon

    Jonathan F.

    My favorite little neighborhood cafe! Super friendly staff. Great ambiance. Great coffee. Great food. Can't recommend this place enough.

    Roast Beef Sandwich and Green Smoothie

    Was recommended to me by the smog place down the road, and what a pleasant surprise! Lovely people, good food, decent pricing. Would come back again!

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    Always a Pleasure to eat here. I usually order ahead for pickup. Quick, Easy, and Delicious

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    Hi William, Thank you for sharing your feedback! Nice to see you back!

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    Yum burrito yum burrito yum burrito yum burrito yum burrito yum burrito yum burrito Helacio was very nice

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    Great drinks, sandwiches, nice space to sit and read. Nice staff. My only complaint is they close at 3pm. Highly recommend!

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    Great breakfast options and coffee. Very friendly staff and subsequent service. Highly recommend.

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    A nice environment to hang out and chat. Reliable coffee and cafe food. A lovely neighborhood spot!

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    Thank you Ed !

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    Best breakfast burritos I've had. Not greasy and very tasty, many options (vegan included)

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    Great sandwiches and friendly service. Sunny cafe with neighborhood atmosphere in Berkeley

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    Hi Melissa ! thank you for your nice review ! we hope to see you soon!

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    Thanks for your Support Roxanne !

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    Thank you Steven !!!

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    Excellent cappuccino! Setting warm. Inviting and clean You sweet spot to relax and enjoy morning cup

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    Highly recommend for really good espresso coffees and breakfast/lunch.

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    This is a cute little cafe spot right by Trader Joe's. You order and pay at the front, and they…read morecall your order out when it's ready. The workers and the owner were all very kind and welcoming. I got there a little after they opened in the morning. As for the food, I ordered the kimchi fried rice along with the chicken and croffle. The fried chicken tasted a bit interesting. I'm not sure if the frying temperature was off or if it had something to do with the condition of the oil, but the texture of the breading wasn't quite right. I used to work at a fried chicken shop in Korea, so it was a texture I recognized--the coating was fully cooked and wasn't necessarily soggy, but there was no real crunch. Instead of being crispy, the breading was soft and kind of gave way when you bit into it. Unfortunately, I couldn't continue eating it. I'd give the chicken a 2/5. As for the kimchi fried rice, I liked the addition of cilantro and beets, which gave it a refreshing touch. My only issue was that the kimchi itself was way too sour for kimchi fried rice. I don't mind fermented or sour kimchi, but in this case, the sourness overpowered the rest of the dish. Overall, the cafe itself is cute and the people working there were genuinely very kind. I just wish the food had been a little better, especially the fried chicken. Will be back next time to try out the coffee!! It is a cafe after all.

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