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Scores and muffins made dailyAlways stocked with in-house made cakes, pastries, and other foodsSugar-free options and even more Gluten-free options that taste possibly more delicious than the "regUpvote4Downvote
The Borgia, hot coffee with orange zest in it, is unique and worth trying.Upvote2Downvote
The linguica bread is incredible! They don't make it every day, but if they have some available definitely try it.UpvoteDownvote
Tânia RaposoMay 29, 2013I recognize this place as it is the only neighborhood cafe around here. The food is ok, but a bit too salty. I haven’t had luck with the coffee, but I am a pretty hard judge on coffee.UpvoteDownvote
Owner is super nice. A lot of healthy(ish) breakfast options.Upvote1Downvote
Sometimes if you order a plain bagel with cream cheese, they'll overload it with 1pd of cream cheese so try to ask for little cream cheese.UpvoteDownvote
Iced chai with less ice is absolutely delicious. Also - ask them about the world cup for a lively discussionUpvote1Downvote
Not the place to go in the AM if you're in for a quick fix. Time ticks by.Upvote1Downvote
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(408) 296-0415
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