My review of their Mexican Hot Chocolate still stands. The BEST one in the Bay Area, hands down! The employees/baristas are the sweetest. I have written books, worked on my business, made friends, AND met a beautiful person I'm dating there. Can't beat that! RUN, do not walk, to this magical spot on the isle of Alameda. read more

One of our favorite places in Alameda! Their coffee is great, food is surprisingly good for a cafe, and the atmosphere is cozy. I love spending a Friday morning or Saturday afternoon there. We often go to sit and chat, work, or eat lunch. I love that they have the Okapi reusable to-go cups. We often use their coffee catering service with the Okapi reusable cups, which people love. read more

comforting ambiance! (5/5) Taro Latte with regular milk Perfect sweetness! Has a delightful coconut-y aroma. (5/5) Almond Croissant LOTS of almonds. Tasty! (4/5) Granola Oat Jack Really sweet, but good. Service is kind :) read more

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I love the Local! I have been there many times and the last time, in early November, i got a fall seasonal drink, a Maple Chai and it was delicious, adorable, and sustainable in an Okapi mug I can leave with and bring back. Service is always quick and friendly and the cafe is always buzzing with people working, connecting, and enjoying! Come by for some good food, lovely company, and a warm welcome! read more

The Local - S'mores Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

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Busy cafe (came on a Sunday) with a good size food menu and lots of coffee, tea, and even smoothie options. It was bustling but not noisy and I was able to easily get a table. You order at the register and then pick your food up at the counter and self bus. Casual place. The wrap I had was MASSIVE and tasty, I would definitely get it again. The mocha I had was also delicious, and not too sweet. read more

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I adore this place. It's quiet, cozy and inviting. On top of that, the coffee and food is pretty great. I love working from here when I need to get out the house. The Local has free WiFi, friendly staff, good music. All the things you want in a local coffee spot. read more

The Local - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

Came here around 10am on a Saturday and it was pretty busy. We ordered and sat outside. After a little while we went back to check on our drinks and they were ready. The food took a little longer but it was all really good. read more

The Local - White Mocha and Bacon Breakfast Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

Chill cafe in Alameda. I came here to catch up with a friend and enjoyed our time here. They have a large variety of cold and hot drinks (coffee, tea, smoothies, etc.) as well as pastries and food. My friend and I met here on Saturday around 2 pm and most of the tables were occupied. Seems to be a popular spot for people to work or chat. I had lunch already, but I got a gold coast smoothie for $6.95. My friend got a chocolate chip frappe for $6.75. Both drinks were ready in minutes. We each enjoyed our drink and slowly sipped away as we chatted until the cafe closed at 4. Would recommend to anyone looking for chill vibes along Park Street! read more

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The coffee got me in the door, the avocado toast kept me curious, and the GREEN POWER sealed the deal. I meant to take it with me -- instead, I sat down and gave it the respect it deserved. Fresh, flavorful, and absolutely not sharing. Devoured! read more

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iced vanilla latte was perfectly sweet and the avocado toast was piled high with fresh toppings. it has a great neighborhood vibe and the baristas are always super quick. read more

Support Local, pun intended. Had time to kill before our 10am meeting so I decided to get breakfast for my wife and I can always drink more coffee. Quality/Quantity - Small coffee (yes, I hit Starbucks in SL this morning...) and a Spinach Mushroom Croissant for my wife. All was good. Atmosphere - Small "local" business. Indoor and some outdoor seating. Metered street parking, but I parked 4 blocks away to get free parking as I will be in the area for a few hours and did not want to worry about the meter. Books and games, probably more for the evening crowd. Seemed like everyone was working here this morning. Service - Good, professional. Counter service. Need a bathroom code, but after I asked, my wife noticed the code taped to the door; see picture. Clean bathroom. Also see the picture of the toilet sign. Why why am I seeing more and more of these signs everywhere??? Price - $8 + generous tip. Owner Comments - Congrats on your success since 2017, we always try to support "Local," lol. read more

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Very cozy vibes coffee shop. Warm and friendly barista. Absolutely enjoyed the taro latte with oat milk and added one shot of espresso. Decided to go with the pecan bar. The combo was perfect! A colleague and I enjoyed the outside seating in the sun while yapping. I'm glad I got the chance to come into this quaint area of town. Easy parking on street and in a lot. Would easily come back here to try more! read more

Great coffee spot with good food and a good selection of pastries and sweets- carrot cakes, pecan bars, croissants, cookies, coffee cakes, etc. etc. etc. read more

Love this place! Great coffee, delicious food, and super friendly staff. The matcha latte was creamy and perfect, and the breakfast sandwich hit the spot. Cozy vibe -- read more

The Local - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

Great coffee and the breakfast sandwich is excellent. Sitting outside with the dog on a sunny day is excellent.

Stopped by to get a matcha latte (unsweetened). It took longer than expected but I enjoyed it. It is your standard matcha latte. I definitely want to try other lattes they have. It's a nice spot if you want to do some work. I saw a good bunch of folks typing away. Nice LOCAL spot! read more

This cafe has been revitalized over the years. I remember it being Java Rama, then Blue Danube and now The Local. My family really enjoyed the offers of The Local. The quick rundown: - Food tasted good with good portions - The smoothie we got was really good. My wife said it could be something she could drink everyday. - Family friendly (board games, puzzles and books available) - The drinks we ordered tasted really good, too. Dirty Chai, Cold Brew, Smoothie (the bronze coast?) They offer breakfast and lunch options so definitely can be a regular spot to eat at. read more

Very friendly staff. The place was filled with people and music from a local artist. The vibe was as if a coffee shop and a diner had a baby. Coffee was solid read more

The Local - Vietnamese coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

Nice brunch spot with classic breakfast fare - the breakfast sandwich hits the spot and isn't too salty or heavy. The drinks are fantastic as well, with some fun and unique options. The Yuzu Espresso Tonic is refreshing and has a strong yuzu flavor. It's lightly effervescent but a little bitter, and benefited from adding sweeteners. The Strawberry Lemonade was tangy and fruity (give it a good stir!), perfect for a warm summer day. It's a nice spot to spend some time in, with a shelf towards the back full of books and classic games like Taboo and checkers. With so many other shops in the area, The Local is a great way to start your day. read more

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Local coffee shop on Park st in downtown Alameda I'm writing mostly because of the layout and ambience - I love the long community tables and the open yet darkish study hall feel which reminds me a bit of old English libraries for some reason. Not sure how old the furniture is but I probably wouldn't camp out there in my best outfits. Just got coffee here to go which comes in a smaller than expected sized cup. read more

Good people. Good food. Friendly location. That's why it's local. Sit outside and enjoy Alameda culture and dogs.

the ambiance is sweet and humble. you can tell everyone was actually a local! they have big, picnic style tables as well as little nooks in the corner for a more intimate experience. food and drinks were yummy, egg sammy was so HEFTY i couldn't eat it all! Breakfast Sandwich + Matcha read more

The Local - egg sammy with avocado - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

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I was in the area and needed somewhere to study. Found this cool spot and loved it. They have a pretty spacious indoor seating area with both tables and couches to sit at. A lot of choices for both drinks and food. We came around breakfast time and got the breakfast sandwich and some drinks. The hot chocolate and ube latte were so good! The best part about ordering for dine in is that you get some cute mugs with your hot drinks. Loved the ambiance and they had wifi which was convenient. Plenty of parking around the area I will definitely be coming back:D read more

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This is a great well "Local" hangout. The roasts they chose were very good. I forgot the brand but it was smooth without the butter aftertaste. The latte with whip was on point and there was plenty of seating and games on hand if you wanted to hang out with friends. I have to give a shout out to the sandwiches because they club one looked amazing . It looked like something out of a magazine and everyone was ordering it. I would definitely come back for food and coffee if I was in the neighborhood! read more

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A vast choice of frock is food and drinks. Ample space to sit - I somehow always find it a tad noisy and not super clean but I will always come to eat here for the quality of the food read more

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Such a chill coffee shop. I love the 2 areas with sofa chairs in the front, as well as the variety of regular tables + high boys. I had the matcha latte with a cookie - delicious! Service was quick, simple, and pleasant. Will be back! read more

The Local - Matcha Latte + Chocolate Chip Cookie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

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Food is so delicious with a generous serving. Service is quick depending on what time you go. Definitely don't recommend going around 12-1PM on week days because the students flood the restaurant. Very chill vibes with well chosen music. Perfect place to study or catch up with a friend while also grabbing a bite to eat. read more

The Local - Breakfast Mega Wrap - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

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Come for the coffee, stay for the vibes ~ if you're working/studying that is. My family and I stopped by The Local for a weekend morning coffee. They have so many options. Besides the regular menu, they also have a few other written menus that show other drink options. I went with the Neptune - a frappe with double espresso, half & half, chocolate, vanilla, and banana. Except I opted to get it without chocolate. It was a good frappe, but I expected more of a banana flavor. Overall, it just tasted like a regular coffee frappe with a subtle banana syrup. Price wise, I'd also say it's more expensive than it's worth. The looks like an awesome space to work though! Lots of tables and couches to study. If working isn't what you want to do, they also have lots of games and books to borrow while you're there. read more

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I guess I need to get out more and grade essays at coffee shops! In addition to Wi-Fi and plugs, this place has coffee and adult beverages ranging from canned beer to in-house-made mimosas. Yes, grading went smoothly once I ordered my beverage of choice. I will let you figure out what I ordered to drink! This place on Sunday is not crowded, for there's a decent amount of places to nest and get work done or chat quietly with a friend. There are books and board games if you get bored or need a mental break. Cool little addition! Overall, I was more than pleased with this place! This place is teacher-approved! read more

The Local - Pastry display - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

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I love this place in Alameda, great coffee, excellent WiFi, often live music playing. I come here sometimes to work and get some change in scenery. The pastries and paninis are great (try the mozzarella tomato panini - very tasty!!). Just a great place to hang.... read more

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Great downtown atmosphere to meet with an out of town visitor and chat. Sharing family style seating at a large table wasn't at all a detractor to our having a cozy gathering. There's ample seating, the coffee and croissants are yummy, and even though there are high ceilings, it wasn't echoey. We saw from flyers on the wall that they host live music, so we will be back! read more

Tried this place on a Wednesday morning where I wanted to get a coffee from a place with outdoor seating (we brought the dog)! This place is on Park St in Alameda so it's in a pretty busy area. Parking is street parking or paid lot parking. There is a ton of outdoor seating as the street next to the cafe has outdoor tables. We tried an iced matcha latte and an iced Mexican hot chocolate! Both drinks were so so good! They were about $6 each. I appreciated how when we dined in the cafe we were able to use real glasses and compostable straws. The chocolate croissant was obviously not fresh, but it was decent! Minus one star as their pastry selection was not fresh nor very exciting. This is a great cafe to sit and chat at - free WiFi and tons of seating! read more

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So many coffee shops in Alameda but what attracted me to this one was the wide array of variety in their menu- from coffees, sandwiches, paninis, salads, to smoothies. Mixture of some ppl doing solo work on their laptops and others who were socializing with friends/family. *WAIT TIME- arrived solo around 2 pm on a rainy Friday afternoon. Though it was unexpectedly pretty busy during that time, I did not have to wait too long to order or receive my food and drink. *AMBIANCE- not one of those modern, aesthetic coffee shops but more of a cozy, spacious saloon feel. From the outside, it looked like it would be quiet inside but it was definitely more on the louder side. Bonus points for the convenient amount of plugs for laptop/phone chargers there :) *QUALITY- had high expectations for the breakfast sandwich but the flavor was a bit lacking. I would be open to ordering food there again and give other options on their menu a try. The smoothie was yummy and they let me substitute juice with almond milk in my "Gold Coast". Will update with a coffee review during my next visit! *CUSTOMER SERVICE- pretty good, they appeared to work as fast as they can with only a few workers. *RESTROOM- one gender neutral restroom available with keypad code. Customers seem to be respectful as it was still clean even towards closing time. Bonus points for the baby changing station in there! *OUTDOOR SEATING- a couple tables with chairs right in front of the cafe and lots of outdoor tables on the street right next to it! Dog-friendly :) *PARKING- no private lot available. Metered street parking along its surrounding streets. read more

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Coffee was made so quick! I got the Taro latte and really enjoyed it. Was creamy and hot, perfect for a cold day! I definitely will be back, there's such a large space with seating, perfect for food and coffee to spend some time or catch up with a friend. They have wifi as well, so may come again when needing to do a work meeting. read more

The Local - Taro Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alameda, California

A meetup event brought me to this coffee shop. First thoughts...parking is a bit difficult since it's on Park Street. and there's a steady flow of patrons. Inside there's plenty of seating and an extensive menu. I tried the raspberry mocha. Very creamy, the mocha flavor was more prominent but it was a nice surprise when the raspberry flavor came through in the end. Great space if you need to work or people watch. read more

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Very cute coffee shop, but it is soooo dirty inside! I ordered an iced tea which was delicious. While I sat in an armchair, I noticed how dusty the fridge next to me was, and under the other armchairs. There was no AC and it was warmer inside the shop than outside. I asked one of the employees if they could turn on the very dusty fans and they said the fans make the heat worse. read more

This is a great cafe, definitely the best traditional cafe in central Alameda. First, the coffee is truly delicious, and it is reasonably priced (and a dollar for a refill). Additionally, we love the menu items, especially the avocado toast and breakfast options. There are a good cross section of people gathered here, and it always feels like a real hub for downtown. Other cafes nearby are either chains, or a little more niche. This feels homey, with high ceilings, an historic building, wooden floors, and diverse clientele. We've been here in many different capacities over the past few years and find The Local is a great place to meet up with friends, do some work from home (ample outlets), take your kid (lots of books for them at the counter), study, or spend a bit of time while on Park St. It's always clean, well lit, with ample seating-- and the pastries are always fresh. They used to have a happy hour in the afternoon, not sure if that is still the case. The excellent wifi is a plus. The owners and counter staff are friendly and gracious, and it makes it a lovely and welcoming place to be. Just wish they would be open later! Thank you Local! read more

Great café with vegan options and the perfect study vibes. This place was recommended to me by a friend and as someone who is not local (pun intended), I will definitely be returning! read more

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I tried their holiday latte (maple, hazelnut, and cinnamon) and it was so good. Great ambiance for catching up with friends or working from a cafe. WiFi code is prominently displayed at register. I did not order food, but a friend ordered their breakfast wrap and it looked a little too healthy for my liking. Will definitely be back for coffee and maybe to read a book or newspaper before work. read more

I got an iced latte and it was not good. No flavor and very watered down. The space looked cool to hang at but I got my coffee to go. May consider going back for a tea. read more