the pancakes caught might eye and the idea of going to a restuarant that feels like grandma's…read morekitchen made me want to go and bring a book to read while I wait for my dessert. The dessert delivered to the table and yummy was my reaction. I highly recommend Neighborhood Grandma to anyone interested in a cozy dessert place for after church.

This place was such a cute, wholesome find! The interior is completely covered with vintage decor,…read moremaking it feel like you're stepping into the loving home of your own grandmother. We ordered a Yonce and a Rick Ross for out drinks and a New York State of Mind cookie with extra chocolate. The Yonce was a perfect balance of sweet but still slightly bitter from the coffee. The Rick Ross reminded me more of horchata - couldn't really taste the coffee, but it was deliciously sweet regardless. I would recommend to get the cookie without extra chocolate - even my chocolate-obsessed husband said it was too much for him. The employees here are extremely friendly and sweet. As we were selecting our cookies, they gave us recommendations on how long we should heat it up and what else would go well with that cookie at home! I also loved being able to read the origin story of the shop!

Super cute spot. Got a salted Vietnamese coffee at 30% sweetness and my son got a strawberry fresh…read moremilk with boba. The drinks were good. Only thing was my son's boba got chunky and stuck to his straw so he couldn't sip anything until we ate the chuck of boba at the bottom. I enjoyed my salted Vietnamese coffee

The interior is super cute! Totally beautiful! But unfortunately, it's not in a great location. The…read moreparking lot and buildings look pretty run-down and old. Honestly, I wouldn't have gone here if I weren't trying to find a new boba place. But I found this one on the (toogoodtogo) app and thought why not? To be honest, I probably wouldn't return because I didn't like the taste of the milk green tea I received. Not only did the flavor seem weird but I ended up going home and brewing more green tea to try to salvage the flavor. Nothing worked to make it taste better. Also, when I arrived, the drinks weren't ready. The server went to the back and quickly made them. I think they ran out of some surprise items because it was only 2/3 full and had a lot of ice. So even though I got two drinks, it was basically like getting one. I know the (togoodtogo) app deal is a surprise bag, so you don't know what you'll get, but I really wasn't impressed with mine. The lady in front of me had the same deal and received a beautiful-looking dessert and fruit tea that were filled to the top and sealed properly. If I am only going to get the Equivalent of one drink that doesn't even taste good then even though the deal was cheap, it was money wasted.

Beautiful neighborhood cafe always bustling with locals. They have coffee, smoothies, pastries, and…read moresometimes food like ramen. I believe the owner may be Japanese. They sell healthy packaged boxes at the front. Can usually find a table inside or outside. Some folks may stay long with laptops. One bathroom stall.

Tried this place for the first time recently - fairly busy, so I thought "must be decent". I…read moreordered a medium iced matcha and a turkey pesto panini. Fairly priced: for a medium iced matcha, a turkey pesto panini & two Nutella sticks for my kids = $22.60 The matcha was good, they automatically sweeten it with brown sugar. The turkey panini was pretty good too. Basic, but good. The place looks okay as far as being well kept. Space to chill inside and outside. My only ick about this place is that there were flies flying all around inside, made it hard to sit inside and enjoy our food and drink. Service was also mediocre. Not bad but also not above and beyond.

Very good coffee and great employees, though I came in one day to order food, with attitude, she…read moresaid the kitchen was closed, very bluntly. I understand annoying questions from customers especially when it's close to closing time. Though I draw the line when there the same girl rhianna who was not only rude to me but rude to my dad and sister who had the same question a different day. My sister said she was rude and I knew exactly who it was. Idc about bad service on my dime, but on my family's, that's not okay. Learn to be polite

Amazing!! Philz who? It's all about the PhiN!…read more I would support this local coffee shop all the way. Hidden gem that glistens without having to gloat and brag. Just come in and taste the coffee. Coconut Coffee - nice, tasty, blended iced coffee with a nice reach flavorful, sweet taste. Was more of a creamy coconut taste present. Salted Coffee - iced. Hint of a salt. Tasted much similar to simple Vietnamese Coffee if you're seeking something simple, which is my usual. Nutella Banana Coffee- def tasted the banana in this one. Wasn't overpowering. Not a banana coffee person, just wanted to try it. Ordered drinks on their website for pickup.

Came by here as part of my goal of trying every Vietnamese coffee in the bay. Looking through…read morereviews, Tram Cream seems to be quite polarizing--my experience here was probably about as average as it could get. Ordering was via a kiosk and I was pleasantly surprised when my drink. And out within 2 minutes of ordering. The drink was served in a boba cup (heat sealed) which made it both easier and somehow harder to mix (harder to stir the bottom without disrupting the lid and making a mess). There was a solid chunk of what I think was egg pudding on top, but once the egg foam mixed in with the coffee, the flavors balanced each other out well. I may not go out of my way to get tram coffee, but I will likely come back given it's convenient location and otherwise decent cup of Vietnamese coffee

Tram Cream Coffee was originally not on my top faves or list in general prior but since then, I…read morecame back on many occasions because my family members loves their coffees, I am glad to have tried it, again. Prior, I didn't notify the staff because I honestly didn't want anyone to spit in my drink due to a negative review. But since I have made many trips here and I can honestly say that the drinks are very good and so are the macarons. The staff is very kind and polite, service is always consistent. Glad to have gave it another try!

Service is fast and friendly, even during busy times. The shop itself is clean, modern, and a great…read moreplace to hang out--especially if you're a coffee lover. My favorite is the Vietnamese white coffee; it has just the right amount of caffeine for me. Definitely one of the best boba shops in the area. I'll be coming back often.

Love this new addition in downtown! We've been coming here to try different things. We def have our…read morefavorites - def the banana latte, double matcha, banana matcha and matcha w ube foam. Their drinks are good - they just put a lot of ice, so def ask for less ice. The foam sometimes could be too thick to drink the beverage but the flavor is good. Will def visit again to try other things! Service is fast, the cafe is always clean and service is quick.

After dropping off the girls at an all-day playdate with their cousins in Hayward, my partner and I…read morestarted our no-kids date at a gorgeous coffee shop. I had been to the church before, but I didn't remember the massive coffee hangout there! It's so spacious and offers plenty of seating. How long has this place been here? I wish it were closer to where I live in San Jose! I could easily imagine sitting in one of the comfortable nooks, studying or grading papers. It's also a fantastic spot to meet up or chat with a group of friends. It was definitely a nice place for a date! When we walked in, there were hardly any available seats, but the line at the counter wasn't long. We found a quiet corner to sit and enjoyed our breakfast. I ordered a hot latte with maple syrup in the name, though I can't recall the exact name. It paired nicely with my pastry. The almond croissant I ordered was delectable, with just the right amount of sweetness and flakiness. My partner enjoyed his cappuccino and savory bacon croissant. We walked up two steps to the restroom and were surprised to find more seats and tables. I wish I had noticed that area when I was looking for a place to sit. Oh well, it was comfortable where we were. The girls should have more playdates with their cousins so we can come here more often. Is it really called a "playdate" when the kids are 12 and 15, and their cousins are between 21 and 30?

Stopped by to grab a latte and a pastry on a Tuesday morning. I ordered a salted maple latte and an…read morealmond croissant. The salted maple latte was just ok... sadly it looked better than it tasted. I wasn't a huge fan of their espresso as it left a very sour after taste, even with the sweet maple syrup it wasn't very pleasant. Good espresso should be balanced and coffee forward, and I didn't get that. Almond croissant was great, but I was a bit disappointed in their coffee. Ambience is great for studying or getting some work done.

Had to give a shoutout to Juan Carlos for the bomb carne asada burrito--compliments to the chef!…read moreThis was our third visit, and we finally tried the burrito... and wow, it did not disappoint. So flavorful and perfectly made. Their salsa was also a standout--freshly made, and you can definitely taste the difference. It added the perfect kick to the burrito. We also had the black cold brew and an iced Mexican mocha, and both drinks were just as good. You know it's quality coffee when even the black cold brew has noticeable citrusy notes. Definitely coming back again!

Love love love this cozy friendly neighborhood coffee shop with strong drinks, yummy eats, and…read morefriendly staff. I also love that is backed by a Latina owner! I've been in about a dozen times and it has been great every time! You can tell they really put their hearts into their craft here at Brewja, especially with their recent remodel making it look like a boutique fashion shop, perfect to snap a quick pic for social media. Their premade drinks and the food/kitchen items to me are the star of the show. Their horchata coffee is the perfect balance and not too sweet. Their breakfast chorizo plate specials and breakfast burritos are also very good and a great value. The only area I would say feels a little expensive is their pastries and made-to-order drinks. I went in and purchased a spinach pastry, cheese danish, and a Mexican mocha and it set me back a solid $21+ dollars after tax. The pastries at ~$6 a pop and drink at ~$8 for a large really felt like a tad bit much for my budget. Also the avocado-toasts are tasty but at ~$13-15 they are a little pricey for my taste, and I pretty easily find myself spending ~$50-60 in here pretty quickly for a couple toasts, coffees, and a pastry. For these reasons I am not able to stop by as often as I would like. Nonetheless, Brewja has become a solid staple in this community and I highly recommend this coffee shop! It always buzzing with a crowd, but not in a way that would be off-putting. They also often have a resident third-party retro mobile flower cart that parks in front on various weekends and offers hand picked beautiful flowers and gives it a cool market vibe! I hope their prices come down a bit to allow the average Joe to be able to enjoy more often as well, but they're on the right track and they're a welcome addition to this particular neighborhood that I sometimes visit and doesn't have many other options available!

Strong coffee! Just the way I like it…read more Order a cappucino with an extra shot and you're all set for the day, The best part is that it is located inside/ adjacent to the Hayward Public Library so you can get your cup of coffee *make sure there's a lid on it so you can take it inside with you* and head to where you have to go in the library and enjoy it there while you get work/ studying done.

I got a double espresso…read more They roast their own beans, this one seemed like a medium roast. Had good crema and a creamy texture. I got more volume than I expected (maybe two double shots) and the shot was a bit bitter-- but more dark chocolate than burnt. 2.5 / 5.   I'd come again if I was at the library and try buying the beans for home as well.

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.

Came in for a pot coffee (Cafe De Olla), it was delicious! The ladies that run the spot treat you…read morewith hospitality, kindness & respect, like you're at Abuelas house. The ambiance in the back feels just like it too, the seating & set up brings back that nostalgia. Great spot to enjoy a cup, good food, company or to work from. Vine por un café de olla y estaba delicioso. Las señoras que atienden el lugar te reciben con hospitalidad, cariño y respeto, como si estuvieras en casa de la abuela. El ambiente en la parte de atrás se siente igual: la forma de sentarse y el acomodo del espacio traen esa nostalgia tan bonita. Es un lugar excelente para disfrutar una taza de café, buena comida, buena compañía o incluso para trabajar desde ahí.