Ambience and environment alone is gonna get at least 4 stars. As others have said, be aware this is inside a business complex/conference center. So it's only open during business days/hours. I went on a Monday around 10:45a and had plenty of parking, lots of seating and quick service. I ordered the Banana Bread Latte, which was something I never had before. It was on their seasonal menu. A little heavy on the cinnamon, but honestly very good. Had real bits of banana in it too. I would definitely get it again, if available. My daughter got a berry matcha, also on the seasonal menu. She said it was fine, a little too light in color. Reminded her of the Starbucks berry matcha. I'm not a matcha guy, so I'm going off what she says. But she did enjoy it. The baristas were nice and they were very efficient. Only 2 on staff when we went, but it wasn't super busy at the time. Lots of indoor seating, high counter tables with power ports if you need to work. Plush chairs to work or relax in. But the real draw is outside. Once you look out the large windowed back wall, you see a lovely view of a lake. There are lots of chairs and tables, along with a dock with more chairs and tables. The views are great and it's crazy to think it's nestled inside a business park. There is a waiver to sign if you want to take the boat ride, there are also some rowboats out there. The ride last about 12min and was very pleasant and fun. My daughters enjoyed themselves and we just relaxed and took in the sights. If you want to sit out and relax, there is the dock with great seating. Also various spots around the lake have lounge chairs or other seating. There is a market with 3 different eateries inside. So you can grab a meal after having your coffee, boat ride and walking the grounds. read more

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This coffee bar is located in a corporate building with several offices and businesses. There is a nice lake outside with plenty of seating and also plenty of seating inside. They use equator coffee and have some pastries. If you're doing business in the area it's a good place for a coffee. read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

I really wanted to love this spot because the atmosphere is beautiful. The lakeside views are peaceful, and the overall vibe is relaxing. Unfortunately, the coffee didn't live up to the setting. The menu is fairly small, so I expected the available items to be consistently stocked, but several drinks were unavailable during my visit, including the matcha. I ordered the Banana Bread Latte because it sounded amazing, but it completely missed the mark. It tasted like warm milk with no noticeable coffee flavor, no banana, and very little sweetness. It definitely wasn't what I was expecting. The location and ambiance are the highlight here, but based on my experience, I wouldn't return for the coffee. read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

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This coffee bar is located inside a corporate building /event center. It's kind of tough to find parking, but they do have a lot in front for visitors. I was immediately floored when I walked in. It is such a beautiful and modern space. You will see the coffee bar as soon as you walk in. I ordered an iced latte and croissant. Both good. The best part is the lake in the back. There's tons of walk trails, a volleyball court, and FREE boat ride which lasted 10-15 minutes. It was such a relaxing location - great for getting some work done or some steps in. I can't wait to go back. read more

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Came here solely based on the hype from IG and the reviews on Yelp. To say I was disappointed is an understatement. First they were sold out of 2 of 4 of their specialty coffees. The girl said they ran out of coconut syrup so we were left with 2 choices. I chose the banana bread latte which reading the description I was a little worried it would be overly sweet. Turns out I was wrong. It wasn't sweet at all. No banana flavor. Hubby for the iced version and same, no real flavor. He had to go back and ask for more syrup. They also only had 2 choices for non pasty savory foods which were not appetizing. One was a tuna salmon fluff pastry and the other was a spinach one. The lake aspect is nice. There are kids fishing and seem to be enjoying themselves. overall there are better places for coffee in the area. read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

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Lakeside Coffee Bar can be a bit tricky to find, but it's located inside of the business center. They offer great coffee specials (espresso martinis, lattes, etc) breakfast items, and pastries that will sell out if you're not quick enough! Their breakfast burrito is filling, and their highlight of Equator coffee always satisfies my coffee needs. The view of the lake is refreshing, and staff has been consistently helpful and friendly. read more

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Would you like to drink caffeinated beverages while looking at a serene man-made lake, sitting inside a LEED certified office building? Well I got the place for you! But seriously, though I think this building has a lot of conferences in addition to having a bunch of offices. It's a beautifully built building. This coffee space is located right by the lobby entrance so it kinda does share that vibe of being in an office lobby as well as being in a coffee shop. The space - at least the time I went - it's pretty quiet and peaceful so I was able to who post up for a bit to get some work done here. So just to emphasize: if you're looking for coffee and a place to do some work or write or read etc. this is a great place. The people here are friendly and efficient. It's not a huge menu, but they got some classics as well as a few specialty drinks. I got the sea salt black cherry mocha. I thought it was tasty. Parking was pretty easy to find, but I parked a bit far because I just wanted to make sure I was in an area where I wouldn't get ticketed or towed. But I really am not too familiar with the parking arrangements for the guest in this area. I think the closer parking spaces are only available to conference attendees or people who work in the building. read more

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All the baristas are your besties. I'm serious. They remember what you love. They let you know what you'll love more today versus yesterday and vice versa. Come get some caffiene from this friendly crew! read more

Truly flabber-de-gasted when I visited Lakeside Coffee for the first time. What is this beautiful place?? What secret garden have I stumbled upon?? My friend once mentioned she went on a date at the lake next to City Center, and I was like where does a lake fit in that area and how come I've never seen it?? Behold. Lakeside Coffee is...lakeside! I watched a paddle boat paddle off in the distance and it was the most scenic thing I've seen in San Ramon lol. The coffee shop is located in a beautiful convention center and I never thought I would be jealous of conference attendees scooping food from their lunch buffet :P Blueberry Crumble ($5.50): This was on the seasonal specials menu and for some reason I thought I was ordering an actual blueberry crumble...I stared at the drink for a good 5 seconds when it was ready lol. However! No regrets since hubby liked it :) Cappuccino ($3.75): My go-to when I don't know which coffee to get. Hit the spot! I can't wait to spend more time here and take my family paddle boating hehe. At a lake! In San Ramon! read more

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Friendly service and lots of seasonal coffees. There were pastries and breakfast items like bacon quiche and breakfast burritos. I loved the view and the cleanliness. It's in a corporate office building so it is hidden. read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Coffees on the deck! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

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Good view and a good place to chill and relax. Latte and mocha didn't really have the coffee taste (wish the coffee can be stronger) Had a pretty relaxation time there read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

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As I was sitting here sipping my cold brew by the lake, all I could think about was that one Saved by the Bell episode when Zack Morris sings the song, "Bayside is the school that's cool!" The only difference is that I changed the lyrics to "Lakeside is the coffee shop that bops!" Wow, what a cute little hidden spot! Until recently, I had no idea this place even existed, even though I am at the Lot next door on an almost weekly basis. Adjacent to a manmade lake inside the Roundhouse office/conference complex, Lakeside Coffee is not exactly in the easiest to find from the street, as it is in the lobby of the building, with nary any visible signage. Parking is also a little tricky, as you have to battle with office workers and conference attendees, so it might require a bit of a hike to get to the actual café. I have a feeling that Lakeside was never intended to be anything more than just an office coffee stand to provide nourishment for the employees, and not meant as a destination for outsiders. However, as usual, we have social media to thank for their recent popularity, for better or worse. Even with this new influx of visitors (yours truly included), the clientele is still mostly buttoned up corporate movers and shakers, as opposed to the bohemian, artsy vibe at most other coffee shops. If you want to feel productive, and surround yourself with successful, hard working individuals, this is the place to be! Just don't expect any abstract art for sale on the walls, poetry slams or local garage bands to be performing. With a wide open feeling inside of center lobby, there is a variety of seating to suit your fancy. There are standing desks, which are my personal favorite, regular tables and chairs, couches, and even outdoor seating on a dock right alongside the lake for the warmer days. There is also no need to worry about talking too loud, since it's not meant to be one of those quiet time cafés. As for the coffee itself, I must say it's pretty darn good! I usually order cold brew, and the version here is some of the strongest I have ever had. It certainly keeps me awake long enough to get my tasks done! The staff is also extremely friendly and efficient. Since I frequent the San Ramon area often, I will definitely have to add Lakeside to my future itineraries as a pitstop for an hour or two. While I certainly do not miss working in corporate America one bit, it's fun to revisit the atmosphere once in a while to get those productive juices flowing. read more

I only got an Americano which was fine nothing special but it was a good strong coffee and it wasn't acidic at all. The service was fast and the cashier was very nice. The ambience is why I rate it so well. The vibe was very much a work office. It was quiet with everyone doing their own work. The view was beautiful and there was a lot of natural lighting, which I enjoyed. read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Coffee bar area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

Roundhouse is a beautiful facility just walking distance from Bishop Ranch. Lakeside can be a bit hard to find at first, but just keep going through the front sliding doors and you'll see it directly across the way. Small, friendly, full service coffee bar that made a great dirty chai. Bathrooms can be hard to find, and it is an active office/conference space throughout the week, so exploring can lead to awkward encounters haha. There's a good sized food court and library, but the standout for me is the walking path that wraps around the man-made pond out back. It's tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the general public, but if you're not working in the building you could feel a bit of impostor syndrome. Overall a great spot i'll totally be coming back to. read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Walking out of the roundhouse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

Lakeside Coffee Bar is located inside the Roundhouse Market and Conference Center. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating that makes for a nice spot to do some work and have your daily dose of caffeine. The outdoor space is the winner with the lake views and plenty of seating. There's also A BOAT that's free in case you want to take a break from the keyboard grind. Back to the coffee though. They have pretty good espresso and can make all the different espresso based drinks. I had a delicious cortado that was a very fair price. It came with some latte art and I think that the espresso based drinks are the strong point of Lakeside. I also tried the raspberry matcha latte but it was not as good as the cortado. A little bit milky and the matcha raspberry combo was not my favorite. The service was friendly and quick. Overall a nice coffee shop that I wish I had in my work office. Worth checking out read more

They were out of cold brew at the time.... however, I would definitely give it another try. I got a strawberry cream danish and it was divine! I opted for an iced matcha latte which was decent. They had indoor and outdoor seating with beautiful views! Staff was friendly and attentive. 4/5 stars only due to not having cold brew. read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

I believe this coffee shop scored high because of the lake view. This is the WORST latte I have ever had. It was all ice and milk. No flavor whatsoever. I could have done better going to 7-11 and picking up a Starbucks vanilla latte and sitting by the lake. The service was the best thing. Employees were smiling and greeted me immediately. read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Vanilla Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

VIEW: 5/5 - so nice w/the lake. You can take a walk around or they have outdoor seating. It was a bit chilly this morning, so we didn't sit outside for too long. DRINKS: 3/5 - iced chai latte. they use a boxed concentrate, nothing special and had a pink tinge color to it. a bit weird. I asked the girl about it and she sai that's how the concentrate is. hubby got a drip coffee. wish they offered a few more non-coffee options other than tea. PARKING: There's a small visitor lot at the front. We snagged the last spot! I'm not sure where there's additional parking, but if we had not found parking, I think we would've just left. I would come back for the view! Some folks were there working with their laptops, in calls, meetings. read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Coffee with a view - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

Tried Lakeside Coffee Bar in San Ramon and really liked it. I ordered their seasonal iced lavender mocha--sounded interesting, but it was too sweet for me. The barista was super nice and made me a less sweet version without any hassle. This place has one of the best views for a coffee shop. You can sit by the lake, get some work done, or just go for a walk. Service was fast, and the vibe is really relaxing. One star off just because the first drink wasn't quite right, but I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Lavender Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

Lakeside Coffee Bar is one of the best places to get work done while sipping on delicious coffee in San Ramon. There's tons of parking. If you can't find a spot in the immediately close lot, you can go to the overflow visitor parking. The coffee shop is in the middle of the Roundhouse lobby. There's some seating inside, but if it's a nice day, I recommend sitting out by the lake. They've got seating right outside of the lobby on the patio or you can even go on the dock. I've never seen it too busy here but do expect to see folks walking around during lunch time. They've got strong, solid WiFi for working (though if you're doing a lot of video calls, it might cut out once or twice). Outside is quiet enough to take your calls, but full of enough people passing by talking to not feel bad about talking on your calls. And of course, you can't beat these views. Who knew San Ramon would have such a nice lake to enjoy? One day, I'll make my way to walk around the lake. Until then, I'll just keep taking my San Ramon meetings and work days from the dock. read more

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Amazing service, good coffee and quite a calm view. This place is great if youre working remotely! read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Dark chocolate orange coffe3 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

First off, the ambiance and view of the water is so worth it for this spot. There were a lot of people talking walks around the lake and it's a gorgeous view. The coffee shop is tucked away in a business building, it isn't too hard to find. We parked in the guest parking area, it was very full when we stopped by but we managed to get one of the last spots. When we walked in we weren't sure if we were in the right spot so we stopped at the front security desk and... oops.. it was literally right in front of us just a bit further into the lobby. It's a small coffee shop but they have a lot of seating. they had two staff members working when we were there with a drink menu and some pastries and breakfast items. They do run out of certain items, we ended up switching our orders a bit based on availability. I ended up with a pistachio latte and a sausage breakfast burrito. The coffee was fragrant, but not too sweet, which was great. The breakfast burrito was ok, I ended up using a good bit of hot sauce on it, but I'm glad it was an option. My friend ordered a honey latte and got a fruit cup and chia seed cup. The coffees were tasty and the view was the highlight. We ended up sitting and talking for a while before heading out. As we were leaving, it looked like they were setting up for an event so it may get busy when things are happening in the corporate building. read more

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Since I work in the area, I decided to stop by Lakeside Coffee before heading into the office. They have a relatively short menu with all of your classic coffee drinks. I ordered the Iced Latte (small) and it came out to $4.63. Compared to other coffee shops in the Bay Area, I'd consider this on the more affordable end. The staff were nice and super quick. My drink was ready a minute after ordering! It was a good latte but I wish it was a little less milkier. This is the perfect area to do work or enjoy your coffee in front of a beautiful lakeside view. read more

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Nice, quiet spot to enjoy a cup of coffee! Lakeside Coffee is hidden in the Roundhouse Market & Conference Center, a short walk away from THE LOT in San Ramon. The cool thing about this spot is that it is situated next to a man-made lake. You can sit by the lakeside, enjoy a cup, and forget about hustle and bustle of the real world for a while. I have been here several times and never have I had a bad experience. It is very clean, the baristas are friendly and knowledgeable, and the coffee is really good! You don't need to be a worker to come here. Truly a hidden gem! 5 stars. BONUS MATERIAL: - They do not accept cash. read more

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I come here a lot for their iced mocha. They're priced fairly well and the staff is always quick to make my drink. They're all really friendly! This coffee bar is situated in the office property, so finding it might be challenging at first. The scenery outside is so nice. On a side note, they have one of the highest quality napkins. Parking is plentiful outside. There are plenty of spots indoors and outdoors to sit. They're open during the day until 3pm Monday to Friday only. read more

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Really good coffee. Super hidden bc it's in an office complex. But what a grand surprise when you go in and see that it is literally lakeside. A man made lake inside what was once chevron and att in the past. Pleasant walking easy walking trail with sand volleyball courts, a cafe and in the warm weather months a free boat ride. There's also a dock to have a bag lunch. Fishing permits are also avail but for catch and release not associated w the coffee shop but w building info. read more

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Lakeside coffee is my go to when I'm in the area. The coffee shop is located inside of a corporate building, but is open to the public. Their menu is always changing with new seasonal drinks that always hit the spot. Also, their pricing is so reasonable and hard to come across these days. The baristas are always so sweet which adds to the experience. There is lots of outdoor seating by a lake and a walking trail so come by and enjoy some delicious coffee or tea by the water! read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Graham cracker latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

Fun, simple, coffee bar, serving equator, coffee in the middle of a high end office complex with man-made lakes and exquisitely manicured foliage. The staff and barista's were way better than average mermaid coffee bar. They got my drink perfect. The ambience of the lobby was open and a lot of white. A very clean look. The inside was quiet with plenty of seating and plug-ins for mobile working the outside patio just outside the giant glass windows features a larger than anticipated lake with ducks and cranes. read more

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Wow, what a unexpected beautiful spot to enjoy a great coffee and walk around the lake. I can't wait to come back for lunch, it all looks delicious read more

Well, truly hidden gem: fantastic coffee, beautiful view, comfortable setting. Parking at Bishop guest parking is hard to come by, better way is to park at the Whole Food shopping ( anywhere between Peet's and Target) and cross your Bishop-- it's a very short walk, then another short walk by the lake -- so you can do your walking and get coffee as well read more

Delicious coffee and treats for an afternoon. Was in the complex for business meetings and used this place for a quick break to relax. read more

Stopped here to work for a bit and had a lovely experience! The service was great and the baristas were so friendly, authentic, and helpful. They gave me advice about what to order and I was super happy with my drink. It was a nice place to work and I got a lot done. The only thing is... this place is inside an event center type of place. I found it easily enough but kinda questioned whether I was in the right place when I first pulled up. On the one hand, you might miss it if you're not paying attention. But then on the other... you kind of have a little hidden gem if you want to get some work done in a nice setting. read more

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Wow! Love this place! What a hidden gem! I heard about Lakeside Coffee from a friend of mine who works in Bishop Ranch. Lakeside Coffee Bar is located inside an office building just in case you're unfamiliar with the area. FYI: You don't have to be an employee to enter the building. I got one of their pistachio lattes which is a summer special. The drink tasted great, but the main star of the show is definitely the view and location. You can enjoy your drinks outside which has a man-made lake. There's ample seating and tables and it's very peaceful. Since it's accessible to the public, you will find people walking their dogs or just going out for their daily stroll. San Ramon is my hometown, and I definitely wish Lakeside existed back when I was still a student. This is the perfect place to study/work or get some fresh air! I will for sure come back soon! read more

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I discovered this place while looking for a local coffee shop that wasn't Starbucks or peets. And boy.... what a gem it is!!! I've lived in the area for decades and didn't know this place existed. The ambiance alone is worth coming here. There's a beautiful lake outside! Comfortable seating area too. You can sit at a table or lounge in comfy seats. Coffee is really good. Strong and tasty. They have food as well! Pastries, yogurts, breakfast burritos and sandwiches. Would recommend! read more

Great views, great coffee, great staff! I am always looking for a good study environment where I can get work done for hours. This place checked all the boxes. It offers a relaxing and peaceful work environment inside an office/event center building. Lots of light, lakeside view, and plenty of outlets make it the perfect place to get work done! Staff are friendly and espresso drinks are great! They don't even charge extra for nondairy milk:) Love this place and hope it continues to promote such a thriving work environment. read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

Great coffee and views. If you work from home and want a change of scenery grabbing a coffee and sitting outside in the lake makes zoom calls a lot more tolerable. read more

It was a mission to find this place. First we parked where it said it would be on Google maps. Then we went into the building and asked where it was and the lady said we had to walk all the way to the end by a set of stairs. Once we reached the stairs, it was another 3-5 minute walk to get to the Cafe. The walk is really pretty though so it wasn't too bad. However, I do like this cafe to get work done because there is a lot of seating if you walk around inside the building. It's not packed and there is good wifi. So I will be coming back to get work done. Definitely recommend if you are looking for a place to study or get work done. The coffee itself was good and decently priced. There is also a lot of food places inside the building so I like the convenience of that. read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Outside the Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

Good and fast service, excellent location next to the lake. Nice view with a lot of seating available , inside and outside. Also a great walk around a lake with your coffee :) read more

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This place is hidden in an office building but the workers are super nice and the ambiance is amazing. You get a water view and sit in a super clean lobby with comfy seats. I got the pumpkin chai it was pretty good, my friends didn't like theirs but I think ours were made differently. There was no substitute milk charge. read more

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Really a hidden gem - excellent coffee at less-than-normal prices; knowledgeable and kind baristas; perfect work setting (views! outlets! wifi! chill music!) The barista said it gets crowded occasionally when events are going on but otherwise this is a serene spot to grab some good coffee and sit a while. read more

Lakeside Coffee Bar - Flat white - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Ramon, California

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