Lovely neighborhood breakfast cafe with so many options. So quaint and a very attentive, friendly staff. I chose a steamy hot cappuccino and their Portuguese sausage with chilaquiles; delish! Hubby had a simple breakfast sandwich with egg, avocado, bacon and cheese; fabulous and filling. Fresh orange juice was amazing. We will definitely will be back to check out their baked goods. Wonderful outdoor seating, blankets included. Waterfall with duckies for kids to play with. Refreshingly decorated! read more

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Expected nothing less than a 5* experience and of course they delivered. I have visited the original location numerous times, but this was my first time to the downtown location and my first time trying this spot for dinner. Located on the Promenade with both indoor and outdoor seating. Just like the original location, they have blankets out should you need a little extra coziness during dining. This was a mid-week visit and they weren't very busy, so solid service was to be expected. The starter of choice was the Brazilian Cheese Bread. This gluten free bread is so so so delicious! This was the first time, i've had it served pipping hot. It was even better than I remembered. I rarely order pizza at a place like this, but sitting inside, with the pizza oven in view, I just went with it. Overall, fabulous! I had pear (instead of figs) and prosciutto. Best part was the perfectly cooked crust. I paired this with a Farmers Salad which I also enjoyed. I'm glad we have this new location in downtown LB! read more

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Looks like this restaurant is permanently closed but what I got a burger, Brazilian cheese bread, Brussels sprouts,and some meat dish were all great. It was a little dead when I went so I can see why they permanently closed but the area was also a bad location since there wasn't a lot of foot traffic and the restaurant is kind of tucked away read more

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I am so happy and mad at myself for just finding out recently that there is an Ubuntu in DTLB!!! How did I not know this all along? I asked them when did they open and they said last year! Last year!!! Nonetheless, if you have been to any of their Ubuntu cafes, especially the one toward Belmont, you would know how great of a cafe this is. The interior is always so beautifully crafted and I love how green every location is! I love all the plants they have at their cafes. The food is good and the coffees are great! I am taking all my coworkers here, this will be the place I will walk to during the week at work!!! read more

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Went for a quick lunch and was super happy with the service and food. Loved the look of the restaurant, very comfy. I got the salmon salad and it was so good! Good portion size. Sauce was delicious! Makes me want to come back for dinner. read more

Ubuntu Cafe - Salmon salad - Cafes Near Me - Long Beach, California

Please do yourself a favor & try this establishment! We walked in on a Saturday afternoon 20 minutes after brunch & were WARMLY greeted by Dani. She was soooo kind & walked us through the menu sharing that a few items were her family recipes which is AMAZING. I ordered the breakfast chilaquiles, my man got the avocado toast & the Millionaire bacon. You guys... I've had MANY a chilaquiles in my life & when I tell you this chilaquiles was the best I've had. I got it with braised short rib ugh ABSOLUTE chefs kiss! The chips I could tell were made in house, the short rib was perfectly tender/seasoned, & the egg was perfectly runny. My boyfriend's Avocado Toast was also really good & the avocado was like whipped & fluffy which he loved. AND the Millionaire Bacon WOW she was a thick body & the perfect balance of sweet & savory! Oh lord it didn't even stop there... Dani was so sweet she literally brought us the cheese bread out just to try it AND the guava/passionfruit mousse. I just have to say that is my new favorite dessert ever it was so refreshing but also not overwhelmingly sweet. We sat out on the patio because the weather was perfect but the restaurant itself is so cute & has an intimate kind of feel. I have to say that everything tasted like it was made with love & good intentions & that really came through in the food! We can't wait to come back to try their dinner menu! read more

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Met my friend here for brunch right after we flew into LA area for a visit. We were looking for something with vegetarian options and the menu looked very interesting. When I first walked up I noticed the outdoor area looked very cute. There was a covered front area for seating that was covered in vines and would be a really nice place to relax with friends in the summer. Inside there were tall ceilings and a few tables but the interior wasn't super big. I was surprised that you actually ordered at a counter and were given a number, I hadn't picked up on that reading the reviews previously. The menu looked a little pricey so I kind of expected table service. They had very unique brunch options. My friend got their Fig and Plum Toast. It looked good but for $17 I don't think it would have filled me up at all. I opted for their famous scrambled eggs. It was very tasty but it was basically a pretty standard soft scrambled eggs. I think the novelty is that not many places offer soft scrambled eggs. The potatoes that came with it were very crisp which is just how I like them. It was a good dish but I was still a bit hungry after. We also tried some of their drinks which were very good. I would recommend any of their cocktails. The food came within a reasonable time, and they did have waiters coming around to refill our water and take additional drink orders so that was nice. Overall worth a try. read more

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Yes! Yes! Yes! Another great experience at Ubuntu Cafe in Long Beach for Mother's Day brunch! Absolutely love this place. I can't get over the outstanding hospitality you get from the entire staff. The ambiance is super welcoming full of positive vibes. The food was fantastic! And drinks were pretty delicious as well. I'm going to try dinner service next! Two thumbs up! read more

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YES YES AND YES! This place was sooo good I went back twice. Isabella was fantastic and very down to earth. She provided us with some great recommendations based on our preferences. Her kindness and generosity makes you want to go back and the food is a given. Everything I had was delicious and that lavender mimosa was . I also had a salad that with a Dijon mustard vinaigrette that I wasn't too sure about but when I tasted it chefs ! My only regret is that I didn't go back a 3rd time. The atmosphere gives chill vibes mixed with custom kitchen, and a little taste of home. We need one in Texas! read more

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$5 for a small lemonade is crazy, but I was so dehydrated that it was worth it. The server at the register was nice. The place inside though was super cool. read more

Ubuntu Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Long Beach, California

Have been here several times the last week! It's that easy to keep on coming back to. Service is nice, friendly, quick and efficient! Shout out to Sam! You can never go wrong with Ubuntu food - filling, fresh, clean and just overall YUM. My favorite is the avocado toast (brunch) and the ahi tuna salad (lunch) and they also have one of the best flat whites in the neighborhood. Not all coffee shops know how to make an actual flat white and happy to report Ubuntu sure does know how! Welcome to DTLB! So happy you guys are so close now :) read more

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Tried the other location in LB over a year ago now, only to have recently found out this just popped up a couple blocks away from me! The owner and staff are always kind, the food is fresh and great quality, and the vibes are just what DTLB needed. Highly, HIGHLY recommend the Spanish Latte (with their homemade almond milk), as it's rich, slightly cinnamony and always perfectly sweetened with condensed milk. A bad latte can easily taste bitter, burnt, or acidic, but Ubuntu's espresso is always so smooth and balanced. Better yet, their almond milk is PERFECTION and not at all watery. It's quickly become my go-to order and easily my favorite treat. ***Bonus: The team even waits to make my latte when ordering ahead until I've arrived to make sure it's hot when I receive it! The ham and cheese quiche is also a go-to order! I'd recommend ensuring it's nicely warmed up before eating (per the owner's recommendation!) as the crust gets crisp and flakey. Love u Ubuntu!! ***Note: Urth Caffe claims to have invented the Spanish Latte, but after trying both multiple times, I can easily say Ubuntu's is FAR superior. (Urth's was extremely acidic, watery, and burnt-tasting.) read more

Ubuntu Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Long Beach, California

Funny enough, I was originally hoping to get the first review of this place when they opened, having been there for brunch their very first day open, a few months ago, but life got in the way, as usual (when I checked back a couple days ago, I'd been beaten to the punch, so I wasn't in as much of a hurry.) Well anyway, last month, I had another excuse to go back - that they were running a one-week-only lobster tamale dish I wanted to try. Sadly for me, it turned out, when we went there for brunch on Sunday, that dish was only on their dinner menu, so I never got to try it, but I have been here twice now, so I can say: Service was wonderful both times. Indeed, while I would normally not have wanted to write a review of a place during their first day soft-opening, I would have been happy to in this case, as they clearly knew what they were doing right out of the gate, both in friendliness and in speed (I suppose it helps that this is their second location, so the restaurant concept itself isn't brand new.) I will comment that, when we said it was our first time trying Ubuntu, they said they were going to comp us a free order of their "famous" cheese bread that never showed up - but given that they proceeded to completely comp my wife's quiche (they apologized profusely for having burned it slightly, which it really hardly even was), and due to a miscommunication on their end, also didn't charge me for the $6.50 upcharge to add sausage to my chilaquiles, I wasn't really complaining (my point is, they know how to make sure customers are happy, and did even on day one, though I am still sad I didn't get to try the cheese bread, as it does sound very tasty.) The quiche was solid (I tried a bite of my wife's), as was their chilaquiles (definitely "craft" enough to justify the price.) The sausage was also great, though I don't think it added enough to justify the $6.50 I ended up not paying. I haven't tried any of their (unsurprisingly fairly pricey) alcoholic offerings, but their coffee drinks are solid, and *entirely* reasonably priced (in that they're very much in line with your typical craft coffee spot, anyway.) Great cold brew one time, great espresso drink the other time. That said, I was definitely less impressed with both the brunch items I tried the second time I was here - once again, I wasn't going to complain at all given how much I paid (in the second case, because it was my birthday and my parents paid for the whole meal), but I will comment, while there was nothing *wrong* with either the breakfast sandwich or the lobster omelette, there wasn't anything particularly impressive about either of them either. I could name several better breakfast sandwiches in LB for $14 or less, and the lobster omelette (a whopping $31 before tip), while it did certainly have a good amount of lobster in it, was otherwise kinda flavorless. So I wouldn't really recommend either of those - but I definitely *would* recommend their chilaquiles, and will almost certainly go back in the future to try other dishes as well. I will also almost certainly be back (as I live down the street), separately from any of their sit-down restaurant offerings, to pick up to-go pastries - they are also a bakery, and the couple bakery items we tried for dessert each time, were also solidly 5/5 baked goods. Only real gripe, which I knew to expect given there were a number of similar complaints posted to reviews on their original location across town: why don't they post *prices* for their baked goods anywhere? You have to ask the price of each one individually, which is non-optimal if there are people waiting behind you to order. They're mostly quite reasonably priced, given the quality, I just wish the prices were *posted* like they are for everything else on the menu. read more

Located on the Promenade in downtown Long Beach, in the space formerly housing Michael's, Ubuntu Cafe is the second location of this popular cafe. It is a great location, with a beautiful interior, reusing a lot of what made Michael's so nice (including their brick pizza oven). It serves up a focused but eclectic menu, using very good ingredients for a premium overall price. Ubuntu (both locations) are two places that are part of the Resy network of restaurants (another one is the Ordinaire further down the Promenade). Since our credit card gives cash back if you dine at one of them, I've been trying to frequent them. We came from a walk on a Tuesday afternoon around 1, and the place was still relatively busy. Don't let the cafe name fool you....it continues to be a big space, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. It seemed fully staffed. You are requested to order (and pay) from the front counter first. I had already looked at the menu on-line (their website is very good), and knew what I wanted to order...this was going to be our main meal for the day, and was hoping for leftovers. Unfortunately, because of supply chain issues, the new york steak was not available (only told when I excitedly ordered it)...which did put a damper on things. Per Octavio's suggestion, I ended up getting some pop-overs (Brazilian Cheese Bread) instead. Short Ribs Chilaquiles ($25) - I love braised short ribs (galbi-jjim, anyone?) so had to get this, especially with another favorite: chilaquiles. I thought this was good, each tortilla chip covered in a creamy queso fresco (instead of the typical salsa that other places use). Strangely, that made it quite heavy for me. The braised short ribs had been cooked all day, so were extremely tender, and had good flavor. Just wish there was more of it. Side of Parmesan Fries ($7.50) - really well done shoestring potatoes, perfectly deep fried. Could have been served at any cafe with pride. Brazilian Cheese Bread ($14) - it was good, just delivered fresh so was piping hot. They are baked with tapioca flour so gluten-free, and you can get an actual good version from Trader Joe's (my wife craved them from her trip to Brazil a while back, so have gotten them multiple times). When you first rip them open, it almost seems underbaked (i.e. raw), but that's not the case. Service was great, except for the delivery of the cheese bread...it came a good 20 minutes after the first plates had come, and we were done with our food by the time they came. It would have made a great starter. That's one problem with prepaying...can't really cancel these misses without a big hassle. The space is very conducive to conversation, and my wife and I ended up staying a bit longer after we had finished. We got into a nice conversation with Octavio about the short history of the place. It was a pleasant way to end the lunch. read more

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This is such a hidden gem!! We came for Father's day around noon and there was no wait. The inside was very welcoming and there is a patio area as well. The service was so nice - they gave us complimentary flan :)) The menu has something for everyone, and is well priced for Long Beach. The drink menu is vast and unique (alcohol, coffee, juice, etc.). I definitely want to come back for their dinner menu! read more

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We only went during Happy Hour. It was good but not quite as good as I thought it would be. Just a few tweaks and they can be really great. The Burger is solid, really delicious, and a great bang-for-the-buck during happy hour. No notes! If anything, just keep it up. It almost reminds me of the burger at Everson Royce Bar back in the days. The fries are good, but please please double fry the fries, so they get really crispy! Serve them with the aioli and ketchup and I'm sold forever. Angry Popcorn Chicken was crispy and nice, but not my favorite. When I hear "popcorn" I expected more Asian/kaarage-style chicken you'd find in a boba shop. This was more like Buffalo chicken with nice crispy bits. But, I'd prefer something with more punchy acidic flavors with some savory crispy chicken--especially if it's called "angry." The aioli it came with was nice though. Crispy Pork Belly isn't that great, sorry, especially when you compare it to a lot of other pork belly dishes--like Filipino Lechon. I wanted the skin/fat to be thick and crispy. It was only a thin layer of crisp. Also the menu listed out that it came with white giant beans, but it was served with lentils. Big WTF?! The mini personal-sized pizza during happy hour was good! Nice doughy, tasty, crispy, and good. Delicious red sauce for the Margherita. Service was good. Atmosphere was pleasant. Overall, this place has a ton of potential and I want to go back for the full dinner and try a few of the main dishes. They all sound delicious. And I wanna try the other location on the other side of LB too, at some point. read more

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Stopped in for takeout because I had to work today! Isabella was there, cheerful as always. Their inside seating is gorgeous. Stop in if you can! Today they had portugués sausage! read more

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Love coming here! I've visited two locations and I really enjoy the food. YOU have to try the Portuguese sausage! The Brazilian cheese bread is so good!! and gluten free! You do have to place your order that the counter and they will bring your food to your table. Some people don't enjoy that aspect but it's something to keep in mind. There good amount of seating inside and out side seating. The staff is friendly and inviting! read more

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If you're ever in downtown Long Beach, a visit to Ubuntu is a must. The first thing you'll notice is the warm welcome from Dani, the friendly owner, who treats every guest like an old friend. Then you'll notice the eclectic menu with deep influences from France, Brazil, and many other countries a true celebration of global flavors all made with the fresh locally sourced ingredients. And lastly you'll probably pick up on the vibe. This is almost like a third space for the community. The cafe attracts amazing people with incredible stories and if you're lucky enough to grab a seat near the fireplace table you're bound to run across some of them. The food? The entrees are fantastic, the incredible pastries are of course a highlight, and the seasonal homemade jams are a delicious touch that you won't find anywhere else. We had a discussion where the owner was talking about her source for kumquats for her jams. No, it's not a factory farm in central CA. They are actually sources from her lovely neighbor with a huge kumquat tree in her backyard, who oddly, does not enjoy kumquats. But every year she has a massive harvest and donates them to the cafe so Dani can make this legendary pastry jam. If that doesn't give you the true familial feel, you should just leave the state. As for entrees, We had an amazing Brazilian dish of eggplants and an olive oil feta spread. Was supposed to be just a light bite but we gobbled it with the quickness as each bite was like a mouth orgasm. I was shocked by it. I hear the omelettes are the real stars of the cafe since they're made in the true French fashion so I will have to make a return sometime soon before the crowds learn about this gem. Bravo team Ubuntu! read more

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Servers were so friendly and accommodating. The food was good. Cute outdoor patio. Good vegetarian options read more

Ubuntu Cafe - Roasted veggie sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Long Beach, California

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This neighborhood cafe is absolutely what downtown Long Beach needed. I can't rave enough about this cafe. It is a hidden GEM on the promenade in Downtown Long Beach. Their service, care and detail to attention is outstanding. The owners and staff make you feel so welcomed and not rushed. The Food is made with love and fresh ingredients. There is no compromise on the integrity of the ingredients. All their dishes are a must try. Go now, go today. read more

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Slow service and unfortunately not great food. Coffee was excellent, I will pick some up to go but won't be eating in again.

Quick breakfast and food was great. I had the ham and cheese quiche and my kid had the Brazilian cheese bread and it was tasty too. They were very busy that morning but service was ok. The only disappointing thing was the water bottles (see photo), I doubt they get cleaned. read more

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Friendly service and great neighborhood cafe vibes. Got the quiche and it was delicious. Also had some Brazilian cheesy bread with the jam and honestly one of the best in the world. Would definitely come visit again. read more

Ubuntu Cafe - Quiche with side salad was excellent - Cafes Near Me - Long Beach, California

The food was so good my wife and I didn't wait to take a picture and just ate it. The pastries are incredibly fresh, not overly sweet and the bread was perfectly baked, soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. The service is fantastic, everyone is very attentive, incredibly friendly and nice. They make you feel right at home. The lattes were very smooth, not acidic and the oat milk was amazing quality. They have another location in Belmont Shores which my wife and I go to as well and it's equally impressive. We'll continue coming back. read more

Ubuntu Cafe - Oak milk lattes with extra shot. Amazing! - Cafes Near Me - Long Beach, California

$6.00 for a 12 oz can of diet coke!! That's a 100% mark-up to say the least! Need I say more??!!

This place is stellar ! My fiancé and I discovered Ubuntu about a month ago, and have legitimately been here like 6 times between us 2. Food is amazing and the service is always superb! I just celebrated my birthday here and couldn't be happier! 10/10 recommended !!! read more

Simply divine! The food is wonderful, delicious, everything is made with great care and dedication!

Found this place on Resy and the ribs looked so good I had to try them. The ribs did not disappoint. Perfect flavor of bbq with an Asian tang. Also loved the Brussels sprouts with pieces of pork belly. Great food and friendly kinda staff. read more

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Very clean, Excellent food, excellent customer service, excellent restaurant. Today I stopped by for lunch. It was my first time being here. The mushroom quiche was so delicious. Short ribs chilaquiles were tasty. My colleagues had the salads. They said they were delicious. The french fries were good. Definitely somewhere to come when you want to eat light . It was a little bit windy so I gave a little chill. I was provided with a blanket to help stay cozy and warm. read more

LOVE this place. Every time we come the service, food, ambiance is delightful and tasty!! New location for them. Right now it is a hidden gem that begs to be FOUND. read more

Great addition to downtown Long Beach. They have a number of vegan options and are helpful with dietary needs. I had a vegan egg omelette with mushrooms and avocado, delicious. Their latte flavors are freshly made and their almond milk is made on premise. I had the vanilla latte with almond milk. Amazing! Service was incredible and three different people checked on me to ask how I was enjoying my food. Their iced lattes have ice made of coffee. Ambiance is charming with a great outdoor patio. read more

Ubuntu Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Long Beach, California

Ubuntu: to have humanity towards others. Ubuntu, your service and staff are wonderful! Cheerful, kind people that are engaged with you and are happy to help with any questions. They are patient and offer suggestions. I have been to both locations now in Long Beach; Belmont Heights and Downtown. The Belmont Heights has it down, they're quick, polite, in and out, good dogs welcome. The space is inviting, cozy even and it does make you want to stay longer than it seems people do (at Belmont Heights that is). But this review today is for the new Downtown Long Beach Location. Ubuntu, I want this location to be as successful as your BH location for many reasons, but mostly because your food is amazing. There was a big party of about ten people when we got there, and that is what set everything behind. It seemed there may have been only two people manning the kitchen, one server and then a person taking your order/making drinks. Our food therefore came out at different times, some of our food was cold by the time it got to our table, my sister's sandwich came in last and only after she went into to ask. You definitely need more staff. I want you to succeed. I want you to stay in the neighborhood because a lot of places close in this part of downtown and I don't want you to. I had my usual chilaquiles with braised short ribs, over easy egg, pickled onions and avocado. It was good, not as good as the BH location though, you see it lacked color and more flavor, it was missing sauce, it felt like nachos. I had to ask our server for more sauce. I waited 15 minutes for more of it before I went to ask, he was busy and I felt so bad having to find him to ask for it again, he forgot. Overwhelmed by the huge party and the now other groups that were filling the place (which does make me very happy). Once I got more salsa verde it was better. A nice green chile verde chilaquiles party in my mouth and I was a happy girl. Still crunchy enough (which is a must) and just saucy enough. As a group we split the millionaires bacon, which everyone should try, it's a naughty HUGE piece of bacon deliciously dressed in a sweet and spicy sauce, sweet and savory, cooked to perfection. Though with every bite you probably cut a year from your life (lol). Another must is their Brazilian cheese bread! Ooey gooey chewiness in every bite, melted perfection, cheesy bread bites of joy. This space is lovely, with blankets on chairs that invite you to stay longer on a cold night or dewy morning. A pastry bar with delicious delectables to take to go or enjoy for a while. Ubuntu, keep up the great food, great service and PLEASE get more cooks. We love you. read more

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Finally....an upscale casual gourmet spot for those with a refined pallet without wanting to break the bank!! The food is amazing. The atmosphere is phenomenal. The service was beyond reproach!! Loved my experience here and the food did not disappoint! Highly recommend this for your next casual-formal private spot! What a find!!! Jesse was the best!!! read more

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The food and the coffee was amazing. The service was very friendly,, and helpful. We had also ordered a breakfast sandwich which came by itself and seemed a little small. It would have been since if it came with a side salad or some chips. Unfortunately I forgot to take its picture. The resturant had good lighting and cute wallpaper. I will definitely come back to try other options on the menu. read more

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Great atmosphere, great food, awesome location! Came for our friends birthday and left incredibly happy and well taken care of! Huge shout out to Mark and Lora, both of which really made us feel at home. Definitely will be back read more

Ubuntu Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Long Beach, California

Hey Long Beach and nearby neighbors !! Help support this local gem with their 2nd new location. Great food for brunches and later in the day too! The space is cozy and welcoming. SUPPORT LOCAL ! Spread the word. This is not a paid post. It's a genuine local resident who wants more foodie options nearby read more

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Delicious and creative food. Staff is the absolute best in LB. Every detail is done to perfection. Breakfast, lunch,afternoon aperitif, early dinner. All so creatively prepared with tender care. I know this is flowery... just try it once... you will understand. read more

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The environment of Ubuntu is very welcoming and cozy. Danielle is owner is a wonderful person. She's so passionate about her job and you can tell she loves it! The margarita pizza is the new addition to their menu at their new location. It was good. I would say it's a good size for kids. I added their version of pepperoni. I definitely recommend to come and talk to the owners Danielle and Felipe. read more

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We came here for New Years brunch. The location is conveniently located near Dog Haus, and all the great restaurants nearby. The vibe of this neighborhood cafe was really nice, chill, and cozy. The staff was super friendly and the food was delicious. Please note this is not a full service restaurant but semi service. Its a Cafe and its very casual, where you order at the counter and they bring the food to you. read more

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