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    Zing! Cafe

    4.5 (165 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Avocado Toast

    Service and everything was good coffee and orange juice was good , but the "avocado toast" was just way too many extra things on top, all the vegetables are huge chunks , just overall not good.

    1/2 meatless on ciabatta
    Rachel L.

    I came here on a Saturday morning around 11am and there was plenty of place to sit. There is no formal parking lot so you have to find street parking. There are no tables inside but there are umbrellas outside to sit in the shade. I ordered the hazelnut latte with almond milk and the meatless sandwich on ciabatta. The latte was made immediately and was extremely good. It wasn't too sweet and the hazelnut flavor was delicious. The sandwich had a bit too much pesto which made the bread really soft. In the future, I would definitely ask for less pesto but overall a good sandwich. The food came out pretty slow considering my friends and I were the only ones there but at the time I think there were only 2 people working. The overall meal + drink cost about $20. I would definitely come here again, these are the kinds of sandwiches you'd take with you for a lovely picnic.

    Italian

    customer service was fire place is really cute food was really good - breakfast bagel (on sesame bagel) 7/10 (i'm critical with bagels but it was yummy) - italian hot sandwich 10/10 (sooo good) good bang for your buck they have good seating and wifi too

    Taylor Z.

    Got the pastrami, wow lots of flavor juicy and absolutely filled up. really filling and excellent sauce. I also got the turkey pesto and just as good. Place is a top notch sandwich shop.

    heavenly ham & cheese croissant | spicy almond milk chai latte
    Tabitha C.

    A - ma - ZING ~ I loveeeeeee the sandwiches here. They have the PERFECT ham and cheese croissant. Their outdoor seating is really whimsical and homey. Their employees are also super friendly. Overall, a wonderfully quaint place to sit outside and enjoy the California sunshine. The only thing I haven't particularly cared for is their drinks. Last time I stopped in I ordered a dirty chai that was incredibly watery. I'm thinking it was just an off day or a new barista was training because everything else is usually fabulous. I definitely wouldn't order their tea again, but I'm going to try more of their coffee in the future. This should be a regular Berkeley stop for you if you like breakfast sandwiches!

    Chicken Ranch
    Emmeline W.

    Sandwiches to die for. We've been eyeing Zing Cafe for the past couple months and finally found the time to visit South Berkeley for brunch. Great food, service, and atmosphere-- This is the epitome of local eats! For COVID safety purposes, all staff/patrons must wear masks, and all available seating is outdoors. Side street parking only (bit of a sketchy area). Employees are extremely friendly, but maybe understaffed. We saw maybe 2 workers during a slow Sunday afternoon, and our 3 sandwiches still took around 40 mins. Fortunately we were glad to soak in the sun, surrounded by the cafe's decorative plants. CHICKEN RANCH: PERFECTLY. TOASTED. BREAD. Fresh veg, savory meats, great sauce-to-filling ratio. Their chicken is grilled and seasoned just right. Relieved that the wait was worth it! Something to note: I think their location is near... A wasp nest or something? A little distracting to eat a sandwich when there are 2-3 wasps constantly hovering over your food (one, to our sheer terror, even landing on me and refusing to budge). I also didn't see anyone wiping the tables down between guests-- again, probably understaffed. Can only hope that this is an anomaly, otherwise would definitely come back.

    Ali R.

    That is a good turkey pesto sandwich. Fresh veggies, good bread, solid lemonade and coffee on the side. Nice little local joint. Great service.

    Jennifer N.

    The breakfast sandwiches are pretty good. Exterior decor is very cute and charming. Service could be improved though...I don't ever expect superb service or anything, just respect/no rudeness. Our cashier that day was on impatient side and very curt with us. I've worked food service before too so I usually give people slack but it wasn't like they were even busy so not sure why we were met with attitude.

    Eloise R.

    This is the reason why I love this place (look at the picture need I say more). The portions are good, the presentation is beautiful, and it os HEALTHY!!

    Neil D.

    Great quiet place to get out of the sun on a hot day and read a book. Nice, indoor or outdoor seating. Great service delicious food.

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    Food is good. Coffee is great. Customer service is excellent and staff are overall nice people. I was happy to support their business.

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    3 years ago

    Amazing sandwiches and and loved my matcha latte! Staff is friendly and helpful. I will definitely be back!

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    Sandwiches we ordered were good but service sucks.. Took over an hour to get sandwiches!.

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    7 years ago

    Good spot for a latte and a sandwich, If you live in the neighborhood definitely try this spot

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    A wonderful place for breakfast/brunch. A great variety, fresh ingredients and excellent flavors. Highly recommend. Will come back!

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    Thank y’all for stopping by, and good luck on the UC tour!! :D

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