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    4.7 (335 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Southwest breakfast burrito with a large very berry smoothie
    Erik G.

    I have been coming to Z Cafe for many years now, and it is not only one of my favorite places for sandwiches, but also one of my family's favorites. The sandwiches are amazing. One of my favorites that they offer is the Manhattan Club. I have also had the turkey bacon avocado sandwich. Everything tastes fresh and is loaded with flavor. They also have great salads and side dishes. Their potato and macaroni salads are among my favorite side dishes. They also have a nice selection of drinks. Some of my favorite beverages are their lemonades, smoothies, and coffee. The service is friendly. Every time I have walked into the building, someone at the counter has always greeted me with a warm smile and asked me how my day was going before I placed my order. I also like the atmosphere. A nice place to relax and enjoy your meal. Their portion sizes are also big for the price. I recommend Z Cafe to anyone in the Mesa area looking for a great place for sandwiches, breakfast burritos, and assorted beverages.

    1/2 Sandwich and Salad Lunch (Sourdough bread, turkey, hummus, peppers & more with Mediterranean Salad)
    Stephanie K.

    It's been quite awhile since I've visited or ordered from Z Cafe, and I'm so sorry for this! Now after ordering a quick lunch today, I am reminded of why I have loved it here so much for so many years!!! The food is amazing and fresh and the service is always spot on! My 1/2 sandwich and Mediterranean salad today was just perfection and more than enough to fuel me up this afternoon - all for a reasonable price too. I'll be sure to stop by soon with a friend or two to share my gratitude and show some support to this local family owned biz for their wonderful service and delicious meal I had today!

    Mark A.

    Derrick and I both had the Irwin double bacon cheese tater's if you want for fruit I have the Erwin with double bacon but I had a sausage the omelette is like today meat taco nothing is mixed in with the egg fruit was delicious. Coffee is good trip. I'll be back.

    Very Berry Smoothie

    This place is great! My first time here the turkey and bacon sandwich was delicious i really recommend it. Good ambience will definitely come back. The service was excellent. The smoothies are delicious

    Inside, coffee was Folgers.
    GLENN F.

    Enjoyed eating breakfast here this morning. They were the only ones around here open at 7am. Workers greeted us with a smile. Had the omelet with mushroom bacon and spinach. The egg was fluffy and soft. But wish had less bacon and more mushrooms and spinach. The bacon, mushrooms and spinach were all made earlier and kept warm. However it came with toast which was nice. I'd come back and eat here again.

    The bloom sandwich
    Troy F.

    This place is great! I live in Glendale but work in the area from time to time and come here any time I have a chance. I always go for the sandwiches, specifically the chicken bacon ranch (cold menu) or the Dylan (hot sandwich) with the bow tie pasta! If you're in the area I highly recommended their sandwiches!

    Dylan Sandwich w/potato salad

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    This place is a MUST try! I've been addicted for like a year now! Staff is cool, always quick and the food is Amazing!

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    The guy that owns this place is super friendly! They have this bow tie pasta salad I am addicted to. Favorite sandwich place!

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    This place had phenomenal breakfast, and awesome sandwiches. Definitely recommended.

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    Awesome breakfast, lunch and much more. Love this place! Even my work places lunch orders because it's that good!

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    I love this place! Great sandwiches and yummy breakfast burritos! Their fresh salsa is . Everyone is so friendly.

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    Always fresh and friendly atmosphere. Use them a lot to do my work when I need a break from the home office. Fast wi-if and yummy food!

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    Best lunch in Mesa! It's a must try! Owners are so nice. Big fan of all of the entire menu!!!

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