Beanery of Alameda — Restaurant in Alameda

Stepping into the Beanery of Alameda is always a delight. From the moment you walk in, the aroma of superior coffee fills the air, promising a perfect cup every time. What truly sets this place apart, however, is not just the exceptional coffee. The service here is impressively fast, ensuring that even during the busiest hours, you're not kept waiting. The staff are genuinely friendly, making each visit feel personal and welcoming. It's the kind of place where the baristas remember your order after a few visits, which adds a lovely personal touch. The environment is another highlight – clean, cozy, and perfectly conducive to either a quick coffee stop or a longer, leisurely visit with friends or a good book. It's this combination of superb coffee, swift service, warm hospitality, and a spotless setting that makes the Beanery of Alameda a standout. A well-deserved five-star experience that I can't recommend...

This morning we got take away breakfast with my fiancee. This chubby lady on the counter got our orders then my fiancee ask her if she was Filipina. She said she was a Thai and she doesn't like Filipino. I just smiled back (I am Filipina). Im so sorry for her mouth and being racist. She was the first thai whonsaid that. I have a high education background and raced from a very nice family. She may have a bad experience with Filipinos. So in behalf of my race, we apologize and in behalf of my race we forgive you for not liking us. To the Beanery, Even if she doesn't like our race I still like your coffee and your food and your ambiance in Alameda. I will come back...

Long, loyal customer of the Beanery. Enter today a few minutes after 7am, order 2+ lbs of coffee. It started to get busy, 20 minutes later I asked the status of my order, was told they knew. 20 more minutes later, my order was still not filled as other customer orders were filled. A few minutes later my order was filled but with no apology or acknowledgement. Overall, I spent 50 minutes there, was late for work, my boss was angry with me. I am upset! If local independent business want support, they need to support the people who support them. So, if you go the Beanery be aware it may take forever to get your order. I hope you have...