Friendly owner of the tea shop gave great suggestions to my order. Ambiance was homey and comforting. One side was a wall of loose leaf teas to go and other side is the kitchen. Lots of plants and cottage vibes. I went with Honey Lemon Ginger Hot Tea and Baked Eggs. Eggs took 15mins to bake. Highly recommend! read more

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earned a star for: 1. good variety of food and drink 2. easy order for catering 3. quick pick up 4. indoor and outdoor seating hard to find parking so if you're within walking distance, highly recommend. read more

Love this cute little place. Healthy food, coffee and tea, cute outdoor garden, dog friendly. I got the grain bowl with quinoa and crispy black lentils and it was delicious. Also got cappuccino with oat milk and it was great. I would totally come back and highly recommend! read more

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So impressed with Julie's Coffee and Tea Garden! Such a chill and welcoming vibe. The avocado toast was absolutely excellent, from the perfectly toasted bread to the generous avocado slices, and yummy seasonings and greens on top. I also got a green tea iced drink with rosemary and some other amazingness. Cute and well curated items for sale, too. HIGHLY recommend!! read more

Update: the tomato jam toast is so good. I almost missed it on the menu and am so glad I didn't. 5 stars.

Great back patio with nice food and drink options. The only reason I'm knocking a star is because it's overpriced. I got a drink and a very small salmon lox sandwich and ended up paying $30 bucks.... I will be coming back for tea or coffee but I probably won't be eating here. read more

Went at 2pm on a Saturday. They were out of half the items, no eggs available. The food took 25 minutes to show up, and was very average quality. For example, the avocado toast was just sliced avocado on hard bread. No real seasoning or flavor. Plus it's pretty expensive for a cafe. Would not recommend read more

Julie's has been a community staple in Alameda for years. I met up with a friend for lunch today for an enjoyable and tasty light meal of their veggie quiche (comes with a small side of mixed greens tossed in vinaigrette) and a matcha latte drink. My friend had their broccoli/cheese soup of the day, a modified entree salad with an added avocado, and their baked egg with veggies inside (which also contains cheese btw, though it's not listed on their menu). Atmosphere is cozy and can sometimes get a bit loud inside the front, yet it is more spacious and quiet in their back garden. There's usually a healthy crowd and they close at 4pm. read more

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Hosted a bridal shower here and everything was great! It was the majority of the group's first time there and everyone complimented the beautiful backyard and delicious tea party treats. Communication with Shannon was effortless and she made the process easy. Our server was super friendly and constantly checked if we needed anything. Definitely would come back again :) read more

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Cute local coffee shop with a nice garden outside, as well as a parklet out front on Park St. Great for people-watching. The interior is cute but feels a bit claustrophobic and hot, so I've always opted to sit outside. They have a nice selection of loose-leaf teas, as well as pretty colorful teapots for purchase. The coffee is good, and the food is pretty good as well. On our most recent visit, I had the salmon toast with avocado, and RB had the vegetarian quiche, both tasty. I appreciate that they have vegan options. Unfortunately there is a somewhat pretentious vibe, as some others have mentioned, hence the three stars. There is what I can only describe as a self-important attitude and an air of condescension that doesn't jive with me. I've returned several times hoping it was just an off day, but nope, it's a constant. Also the signs out back about an 'unplugged zone' on the weekends? Please. I'll decide how to use my time when paying to sit down for a cup of coffee, and if that means happily Yelping away on my phone, you can go ahead and respect that, thanks. How does a customer quietly using a digital device affect you? Let people be. I would say I hope they work on this vibe they project, but I know they won't, it just seems to be part of the 'eccentric' identity here. Fair enough, and they do seem to have a loyal following, but it's not for me. read more

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Loved this cute coffee shop! I've had Julie's on my list forever and when I was thinking of a place to get some work done in Alameda, I finally got to check it out. The garden is a lot bigger than I thought! There's so much more seating here both indoors and outdoors. Julie's has a handful of tables inside, some tables in front at the parklet, and lots of tables in back in their garden. Parking is mostly metered parking on Park Street, but if you don't mind the walk, you can also park in the neighborhoods nearby for free. Just be mindful of the hour limits. You can order from their menu of coffees, teas, baked goods, and classic cafe foods (some breakfast/lunch items) at the register. Then, take your tarot card number to your table and they'll bring it all out to you. Don't forget to bus your table after you're done! I got the iced latte for dine-in to enjoy while in the garden. The iced latte was solid - nothing fancy. But the real win here was the ambiance. Even on a Wednesday afternoon, the place was packed. Granted it was a beautiful sunny day, and this is really the perfect place to get out of the house. The wifi was strong, it wasn't too loud, and they offer plenty of shaded spots if you prefer not to be directly in the sun. They also offer private events and catering and I feel like this would be the perfect venue for a bridal shower / baby shower / tea party! read more

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What a lovely coffee shop! Staff is super friendly and helpful! Nice outdoor seating area. Absolutely love this spot! And if you sit out in the back patio, be sure to say hi to Baby. The cat that hangs around. She is the sweetest! They should put her on the payroll! read more

Julie's Coffee and Tea Garden - This is Baby. Neighborhood kitty that hangs out. She is the sweetest!!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

Good service from staff. My breakfast sandwich and iced chai latte were great. We ate in the seating outside of the coffee shop but they also have a garden patio. They also had a bathroom. There was a good amount of ppl but it didn't feel busy as there is seating inside and outside. Noticed there wasn't too much diversity in the customers, but I didn't feel any negative vibes either. read more

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Went for a walk with my sister and was looking for a place to get a matcha latte. We found this spot and decided to give it a try. Multiple people greeted us and they have a wide variety of tea and drink options. I ordered a matcha latte and this was the first time where there was any topping (maybe have been nutmeg?) which I would've been okay with out. They also have a nice outdoor patio and summer hours where they are open later. It was buzzing with quite a few folks but I think you could still study or work out of there. As we were leaving they we were preparing for an open mic (it was a Saturday). read more

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We hosted a small baby shower here, and it was absolutely perfect! The garden patio is a hidden gem--lush, peaceful, and beautifully maintained. It created the ideal setting for a cozy, memorable gathering. Planning the event was easy-- Shannon was super easy to communicate with throughout the process. The staff is warm, friendly, and made sure everything ran smoothly on the day of. Whether you're stopping by for a coffee or planning a small event, Julie's is a true neighborhood treasure. Can't recommend it enough! read more

Julie's Coffee and Tea Garden - Afternoon Tea in the Garden - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

I love a place that offers tea lattes & here there are quite a few delicious options!! Went with the classic black tea latte accompanying the avocado toast which is boosted with red pepper flakes & a balsamic drizzle! Incredible! read more

Julie's Coffee and Tea Garden - Avocado Toast & Herbal Tea Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

I hadn't been in to eat in years, just picked up tea. Had a lovely lunch with a friend in the back garden. Such a nice atmosphere. I had a grain bowl with added chicken and she had a salmon toast. Both were delicious, very healthy and nourishing but tasty - both things so important. Had some nice tea and grabbed the pastries to go - totally recommend when you have time to relax and chat with friends. read more

Julie's, I really wanted to give you five stars because your restaurant and staff was really nice. I appreciated the local artist you feature on your walls and how whimsical and spacious your restaurant is. The reason why Im giving you four stars and not five was because of the salad that came with my breakfast sandwich order. It was literally two bites. It had maybe 8 lettuce leaves total. (Yes what I photographed was my plate when it was served to me immediately) My girlfriend also received the same amount and we both chuckled at how comedic this was. At that point either remove it from the menu or please give us more adequate greens. Besides from that the food was great, definitely hits and the space was fun and clean. Would recommend. read more

Nice coffee shop with a patio in the back and seats on the sidewalk. Back in the day I did hangout with my laptop and a cup of coffee, not so much now days. Extensive tea selection along with some beer and wine and don't forget the Momo's for the early morning girl hangout. I also like they have a kitchen and sell more than bread items. I still pop in for a coffee to go. periodically. read more

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Our event at Julie's was amazing from the get go! Starting with the garden atmosphere which we love frequenting when we can, the warmest cordiality of Shannon and Aracely, the whole wonderful staff, all made for a fantastic event for my daughter's baby shower. The planning, menu decisions through email & in person, the fact that they use all organic ingredients, the selection, service, time allotted- the allowance of creativity, home-made flower vases & ice cream cake from Tucker's, the ambiance it all created, was down to earth & spectacular! Very baby, kids, and pet welcoming and even wheelchair accessible ( carefully maneuvered) was great for our family affair and the food was delicious ! Thank you ALL for making it such a warm, yummy and welcoming experience for everyone in our party. Everyone Loved it! read more

I love spending a weekday morning working at Julie's when the weather is nice. It is also the place I take guests visiting from out of town. The garden is so beautiful and peaceful. Their eggs, chive biscuits, and coffee are great! We also buy their bagged chai and English Breakfast teas to make at home. read more

I usually come for a quick bite/drink and a long time ago came to study at Julie's. When I started looking for venues, I remembered how charming this little place was! I had a great experience with hosting a semi-private event in their garden for my sister's bridal shower. I had the ultimate vision in my mind and was able to execute it perfectly with Julie's! Their garden was already such a cute space that I was able to customize. Shannon their event coordinator was very flexible in offering me options to bring my idea to life. They offered various catering options with add-ons that would surely fit any event. The great thing is they have offerings for medium-large as well as small parties as well. We hosted 27 people and had half the garden to ourselves. We still felt like we had our own space and the service was great. Amazingly, all event details were all communicated via email. And in the day of, everything was exactly as we discussed. This is definitely a testament to the organization of their staff. They had the perfect afternoon tea menu to go with our event. Everyone raved about their garden, food, and experience. I would highly recommend Julie's to anyone looking to host a small get together! read more

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Had a baby shower in the garden!!!! Amazing so easy to work with she ordered flowers etc! Did all the hard work. I highly recommend this place the food was delicious and they were accommodating! read more

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I'm a big fan of Julie's! I came here because my friend recommended it to me and I stop by almost any time I'm in the neighborhood. Julie's is just so cute. Lots of seating inside and outside. Also the walls are adorned by such beautiful art. I mostly order a latte and quiche when I come here but both are devine. I love that their coffee is strong but has great flavor. Their quiche is my absolute fave. The crust is very crispy and buttery. The egg and veggies are always cooked to perfection. The folks at Julie's are always super sweet and courteous. My last visit is the first time I was able to eat there and I checked out their back patio and garden. Very cute and peaceful back there. Looks like a good place to get work done or chat with friends. read more

Julie's Coffee and Tea Garden - Quiche and latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

Had a really wonderful meet up at Julie's in the back patio garden, quite the eclectic natural garden vibe. The breakfast sandwich was great, service on point! House coffee mehh. Very impressed overall!! read more

Their back garden is such a lovely spot, especially on a sunny afternoon. It's just big enough to get in a bit of people watching and just small enough to be cozy. The staff is friendly and the food and drinks are delicious. We tried the cherry and peach Panzanella "special" and the pumpkin hummus. The Panzanella, with cubed Night Heron bread marinated in a herbal vinaigrette and paired with fresh burrata cheese, local cherries and peaches, fresh basil, olive oil, and a balsamic reduction, was a bit dry (boo!), but absolutely yummy! I missed the herb vinaigrette but really loved the fresh, well-balanced flavors. The hummus, covered in Zatar and pine nuts, was also well- balanced and delicious. Portion sizes were just right. I paired my food with the Green Tea Cooler, an infusion of Japanese bancha green tea with rosemary and mint syrup. It was really refreshing, with a slightly bitter edge that kept things interesting. My friend had some kind of iced latte that was also garnished with rosemary. We finished things off with a chocolate thumbprint cookie. They had a nice selection of teas and tea and coffee accessories (pots, cups, mugs, etc...) for sale. They have inside seating and some seating out front. Based on the number of other patrons, they seem to be popular. Highly recommended. read more

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Julie's was great until prices skyrocketed! Ordered a veggie quiche many times. Last time it was even smaller with nothing inside ? read more

Great place to grab a cup of tea. I got the Orange bliss and my friend go the Latte. This seems to be a quiet, low-key place to sit and talk. They mentioned a patio in the back. If requested, they'll add honey to your tea. The staff was friendly and welcoming. Great addition to this neighborhood. read more

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Always a fun place to catch up with friends and sit in a beautiful garden outside. We had the cucumber salad with blueberries. Also ordered a most delicious asparagus grain bowl with quinoa, roasted carrots, asparagus, candied nuts, topped with micro greens. This was delicious and filling and will be back to order the grain bowl again. You place your order at the counter and they bring your food out quickly. Service was very friendly. read more

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A favorite spot of many Alamedans! This is my go-to coffee shop to work, catch up with friends, read a book, etc. You name it I'm there. They have great teas and drinks and the perfect munchies to go with them. Love the seating space as it has many outlets. No taking calls in the space or in the back area though. Solid wifi, all gender bathroom. Quick service to your table and everyone's so friendly. read more

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Super cute cafe, with an Alice and Wonderland-like hidden garden in the back! Coffee was good (latte) and lavender shortbread cookie (super tasty) -- get it! Service is decent, and pricing is pretty good. read more

Julie's speaks my language: healthy, local fare; neighborly service; and a cute back patio where you can linger over a book or conversation with friends. Definitely a spot I'll return to whenever I'm in Alameda. read more

Incredible brunch, incredible atmosphere great coffee super great service 10 out of 10. read more

Julie's Coffee and Tea Garden - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

LOVE this place. Great vegan/vegetarian options with the cutest outdoor (dog friendly!) patio! Really relaxing vibes and quirky details like tarot cards and the neighborhood cat that sometimes hangs out outside. Probably the best cafe in alameda honestly. Staff is authentically kind, not just that pretend salesman nice. 10/10 read more

Julie's Coffee and Tea Garden - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

Great cup of coffee. Avocado toast was also quite good. Really enjoyed the enclosed patio space outside.

Julie's is a great! Perfect spot to meet with friends to catch up, co-work, or go solo to read/get work done in the backyard garden area. They have a few indoor seating spots and more seating in the front. Backyard area is phone call free-- meaning you'll get a side eye if you're making a call & for that reason, you do have the option to work upfront if you need to be on the phone or a meeting. I've used both spots. There's plenty of shade and ways to maneuver around to get a spot to sit. For bigger parties, it may be an issue on busier days but I've never had a problem. They have shade tents/umbrellas too. I have not tried any of their food except for the banana bread, which is yummy with tea. Various drinks available but I have my go-to tea: ginger lemon brew (hot or cold). Staff are great & helpful. Dogs are allowed. There is a community cat (was told is the neighbor's cat) that occasionally comes by to chill and scope out the scene. One of my go to spots & def. recommend. read more

A quaint place packed of wonderful decor~ Their chandelier with tea cups is adorable. They have a mice selection of teas and plenty of items to purchase. Service was quick and speedy. Their iced chai latte was exquisite read more

Pleasant garden but my server was beyond bad. On the way to my table, with my plate of food in hand, she stopped for a full minute to pet a stray cat--literally with my exposed food in the other hand. When she got to my table I said, "hey, you should probably not be doing that," she said sorry and offered to take the food back but I said it was fine. Then she practically ran away without asking if there was anything I needed. So, I got up, went inside and asked for butter for the dry toast they served me. They gave me a par of butter in a container--great. Later, I waved the server down to ask for another pat of butter. She said, "Sure but you will have to pay $1 on the way out for 2 butters. I mean, are you effin kidding me? read more

This place is overpriced (and small portions) and sometimes slow service, but I can't help but keep coming back!! They have a really cute garden to sit outside in the back, as well as some tables out on the parklet next to the street. I like their coffee as well their iced drinks (specifically the Green Tea Cooler and Lemon Ginger Brew) and their Avocado Toast, Salmon Toast, Scone and Devonshire Cream are so good! The soup of the day & quiche are usually pretty decent too. Like I said, I will probably keep coming back and spending my $$ here... T_T read more

Julie's is the coffee shop that dreams are made of! They have nice staff, clean bathroom, and a sweet garden patio in the back. I would definitely go back for a latte and a sweet treat. read more