Towers Cafe

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Club sandwich on wheat bread was really good! Tons of meat, yummy bacon, and real mayo. (After not eating mayo for a long time, let me tell you, it was delicious.) It truly was a big sandwich! Service was quick, and the man and woman behind the counter (maybe the owners?) were so, so nice. It's a convenient place to grab a bite for those of you who might have jury duty across the street at the courthouse. Currently (Nov. 2017) the street entrance is closed for construction so you have to go around to the back of the building, just follow the signs! read more

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Good hefty and hearty bagels that are priced very fairly. Great customer service too. Cinnamon raisin is my favorite.

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Good customer service, decent food, and the restaurant interior is always clean. First Visit: I ordered a Tuscan Grilled Chicken Panini ($7.25), and a bag of chips (1.25). The panini was filled with grilled chicken breast, melted provolone, sun-dried tomatoes and homemade pesto sauce. The woman who made my panini didn't skimp on the ingredients, and she used sourdough bread, which tasted delicious. I recommend this panini. Second visit: I ordered a Club Burger ($6.50), chips ($1.25), and a small Iced Cafe Mocha Coffee ($2.95). The burger was filled with tomatoes, lettuce, red onions, bacon, American cheese, and a "beef" patty on a brioche bun (not 100% sure on the type of bun). The burger took maybe 5 minutes to make at most, which makes sense when you look closely at the "beef" used in the burger (picture below). It looked like the burger patty was sitting in a heater all day, and it also looked like a frozen patty you get at Safeway. The ice coffee was also a letdown, and it was probably the worst iced coffee I've ever had. The employee made the coffee right in front of my face, and acted like he was in a hurry, yet, I was the only person in the cafe at the time. As you can see in the pictures I added below, he barely mixed the coffee; there's plenty of dry mix and mocha syrup caked against the inner wall of the plastic cup... If I were to go back to Towers Cafe, it'd only be for the Tuscan Grilled Chicken Panini. read more

Towers Cafe - Cafe mocha. (not worth it) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Towers Cafe - Club burger. (not worth it) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

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Nellie T.

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Decent sandwich/cafe shop. It was fairly empty during lunch times, so that didn't bode well for me. But, the food was a lot better than I thought it'd be, considering that it served a huge array of foods--from Po Boys to Chef Salads to Deli sandwiches. Oh! and today's lunch special was spaghetti. So, the menu was a bit all over the place. But, the food is edible, the people working there were super friendly, and I got to watch an infomercial about hair plugs the entire time I was there. Score! Not really. read more

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We ate here after a deposition and this place is pretty good. The turkey avocado sandwich on regular wheat was pretty good and the service is friendly. read more

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Small corporate cafe in the 111 N Market building in downtown SJ. Serving coffee/espresso, sandwiches, and other quick lunch items. Filled with local lawyers and law enforcement as it's right in the heart of the court house district. read more

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John is great they make the best sandwiches here. I do love the fact that the Vietnamese coffee is made dripped so that it is fresh and authentic there are lunch specials here but you can catch from time to time. There are also fresh salads and items made to order. read more

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This cafe is your average corporate lunch hot spot. My office eats here mostly because of it's convenience. It's close, fast, inexpensive, and filling. Service: The service is friendly and fast, most of the time. I recall one time it took nearly ten minutes to receive a bowl of diced watermelon. Food: They have a vast selection. It's mostly American deli and cafe food with a dash of Asian (Teriyaki Chicken & Salmon, Spring Rolls, Pad Thai.) Most of their food is consistently good. It's not 5 star, but it's filling. I do not recommend the soups here though. Especially the Lobster Bisque. It sounds so good, but it's not. Trust me. Just... don't. Towers Cafe does the job when you're hungry and need a quick, inexpensive lunch. read more

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Breakfast burrito is crappy. They just microwaved the burrito and it only has meat and eggs and a chewy tortilla. I guess that's why it's only $3.75. However I can say their sandwiches at lunch are decent. My company orders them for meetings sometimes, one time they weren't ready with our order in time though. They don't have a website, so we had to do a round about way to get their menu. They are friendly though. read more

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I work downtown and found a Groupon for this sandwich shop. Ordered Turkeycado sandwich. Bread is super fresh and delicious. They did not skimp on the avocado that was fresh and buttery yummy. I truly appreciate quality of ingredients. Only one star deducted for leftover food at table from rude customers that didn't bus their own table. Not necessarily the staff's fault, but had to eat my sandwich looking at their mess. I will definitely return. read more

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Amy N.

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Walked passed Towers Cafe and decided to give it a try. To my surprise, it turned out to be a good decision! I got the chicken teriyaki over rice. It came with a portion of the teriyaki chicken sitting on top of some rice and steamed veggies. The chicken was cooked pretty well and I real enjoyed the sauce. My sister got the Tuscan chicken panini which was recommended by the lady. She said the pesto sauce was homemade, so why not!? I took a bite and was not disappointed. The pesto was delicious. Overall, nice people and good food. I will be back!! read more

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Passing by and came in for a quick bite. Surprised by their delicious meaty and beefy hotdogs! read more

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Best place to grab a bite in this area especially early in the morning. Very friendly owner who gets your order done quickly. Courthouse cafes aren't accessible until 8 am or later. read more

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I have worked in the adjoining tower for the last 7 years or so years. I have frequented this place for just as long. This cafe is clean, you are greeted with a smile and they don't skimp on ingredients. They make sure they give you exactly what you pay for and their prices are decent. Everything is made to order and you can taste the freshness in EVERYTHING. They have a great array of cold beverages both in their refrigerated aisle as well as soft drinks on tap. They have a full coffee/latte/espresso bar and also sell vietnamese iced coffee (sip the thing slow, cuz it's packed with kick you in your teeth jolt of caffeine). They have tons of sandwiches (cold and hot) and salads to choose from along with their soups of the day. Want a place to sit because you are just a ravenous hunger beast? They can provide you shelter from the outside elements as well as a few tables outside to enjoy the sunshine if you so please. Whatever tickles your fancy! They accept cash as well as credit cards. I heard they also deliver if you are in the vicinity and are in need to order in for a board meeting or conference wherein you need it catered. A great place to get away from the hustle and bustle of San Pedro Square Market and the restaurants down the way, without having to compromise taste and the bang for your buck ;-)! read more

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111 N Market St
Ste 120
San Jose, CA 95113
Downtown
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(408) 292-1302
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http://www.towerscafe.com

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Hours

What time does Towers Cafe open?

Towers Cafe opens at 6:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Towers Cafe opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday.

What time does Towers Cafe close?

Towers Cafe closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Towers Cafe closes at 2:00 PM on Saturday.Towers Cafe is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 6:30 AM - 5:00 PMSat 8:00 AM - 2:00 PMSun Closed

Payment methods

Does Towers Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, Towers Cafe takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Towers Cafe have catering options?

Yes, Towers Cafe does have catering options.

Does Towers Cafe serve alcohol?

No, Towers Cafe does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Towers Cafe allow dogs?

Yes, Towers Cafe allows dogs.

Does Towers Cafe have TVs?

Yes, Towers Cafe has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Towers Cafe have bike parking?

Yes, Towers Cafe has bike parking.

Does Towers Cafe have outdoor seating?

Yes, Towers Cafe has outdoor seating options.

Does Towers Cafe have parking?

Yes, Towers Cafe has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Towers Cafe wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Towers Cafe is wheelchair accessible.

Does Towers Cafe have free WiFi?

Yes, Towers Cafe has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Gourmet Sandwiches and Vietnamese Iced Coffee, Soups And make-to-order Salads

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(19 reviews)

It's very hard to find keto items while traveling for work. They did not disappoint…read more Location was quiet with no line and I walked straight up and ordered. It's located at the back of the food court area and can be easy to miss. Plenty of seating around there near the bar. Service was quick and easy and the food was done within 10 minutes. Ordered Keto Salad large portion and it was massive and fed me and kept me full all day.

I like the place this restaurant is in, giving you lots of options for your eating pleasure…read more Vegetable panini: 3.5/5. Pretty good sandwich, and inexpensive for $8. But not a whole lot of flavor, and not too big. The size is okay for me, but I want more flavor.

Freshly Baked Eatery

4.6

(1.1k reviews)

My coworkers and I come in every week or every other week for a sandwich on our lunch breaks! We've…read morebeen going to this place for about a year and never get tired of it! Their sandwiches are very high quality and their bread is to die for, such simple sandwiches yet so delicious and never misses. The place is cash only and does get busy around lunch time, but they do take phone-in orders!

This is a cash-only deli, popular with the locals! The…read moresandwiches are $15 and they were quality sandwiches. For my last day of jury duty, I came here with a couple of other fellow jurors to grab something to take back to the jury deliberation room. I got the Old Country Favorite which includes Boar's Head Black Forest Ham and Ovengold Turkey with Swiss on sourdough. The sandwich was delicious and very filling. No frills, just a very delicious sandwich. If you're in the area during lunch hours and craving a sandwich, check them out.

iJava Cafe

4.3

(439 reviews)

I had the distinct pleasure of eating breakfast at iJava today. First of all, they updated their…read morelook 3 months ago, and the place is beautiful. All I wanted was to have someone take care of me for a while, while I worked on lesson plans for my upcoming very busy and demanding week as a teacher. All week long, I'm the one taking care of everybody else. I guess I need a little "self care" to fortify me for the week ahead. Enter iJava with Chef Sergio at the helm. I had a simple request: poached egg, medium well, not runny, and not light yellow. This served as part of iJava's delightful Beef Bacon Benedict. Chef Sergio delivered with literally the BEST poached egg i have ever had in a restaurant. I asked who was the creator of this delectable delight, and learned that it was Chef Sergio. I'm told he previously worked at the Left Bank. And credit where credit is due, the staff was friendly, warm, and attentive. And they heard my request and delivered it to Sergio so he could make my breakfast dreams come true. Thank you, Sergio and thank you to everyone at iJava for a wonderful start to my day.

I've been coming here for the past two years, and I was quite disappointed with today's experience…read more While I noticed that prices have increased (my egg scramble went from $16 to $20), that wasn't the main issue. The service today felt disorganized. It was unclear how customers were being seated and served, and it didn't seem like there was a clear system in place. During my meal, I never received my toast, which is meant to be eaten with the dish, until I had to ask twice, halfway through eating. Additionally, it took a long time to receive my check. I eventually went to the front to pay, only to be told I needed to wait because another table had not yet received their meal. Overall, this experience was super frustrating and not up to the standard I've come to expect after being a regular customer.

Greenlee's Bakery

3.8

(672 reviews)

Neighborhood institution with the famous and scrumptious cinnamon bread, but don't miss out on the…read morecheese danish. It's delicious! Also, their next door neighbor is pretty popular for breakfast burritos, but I prefer Greenlee's breakfast burritos. They're delicious and customizable! They also have breakfast tacos that his the spot when you want something a little smaller!

If you're in the mood for a deceptively appetizing cinnamon roll that ambushes you with the…read moreshocking realization that you just over-paid for a pastry that more appropriately should've been made available on your local grocery store's "day old specials" rack, then Greenlee's Bakery is the place for you! I normally wouldn't just "hammer" a business (especially a "mom & pop" establishment) like this with a mildly scathing(?) review, but holy crap... dried-out dough aside, they'd probably make a $killing$ if they could sell their cinnamon rolls with a side of "I could care less." I didn't even have the chance to ask for utensils in the time between having the stale treat tossed in a bag, slung my direction across the counter (while simultaneously showcasing the practiced audacity to flip the iPad & ask for a "service" tip), and reading the back of her shirt as the cashier pivoted to walk away- let alone a precious opportunity to beg for just a few seconds to allow my cinnamon roll to loiter in their unoccupied microwave! "...Yeah but... Context??" you ask? Here's context; This was the type of service that would otherwise get a pass when the place is slammed; not even remotely the case today. I was one of two (2) customers in the store. Maybe I just don't have visibility on how the onslaught of DoorDash & Uber Eats orders have highjacked the time allowed for face-to-face customer interaction?? Who knowsWhat I CAN tell you is that disappointment won the day at this "historic, family-owned business" in San Jose. If you're searching for a great cinnamon roll, you can do better. Greenlee's Bakery: DO BETTER.

Sourdough Eatery

4.3

(401 reviews)