The Almaden Cafe
Coffee · San Jose
About The Almaden Cafe
Located in San Jose, The Almaden Cafe offers a warm, inviting atmosphere where guests feel instantly welcomed by a polite, family-owned team. Known for exceptional customer service that goes above and beyond, the cafe is a top choice for both solo dining and comfortable group visits. Regulars cheris...
Located in San Jose, The Almaden Cafe offers a warm, inviting atmosphere where guests feel instantly welcomed by a polite, family-owned team. Known for exceptional customer service that goes above and beyond, the cafe is a top choice for both solo dining and comfortable group visits. Regulars cherish their signature seafood salad, roast beef on sourdough, and fresh healthy options, all prepared with care at reasonable prices. The environment encourages relaxation and people-watching, making it an ideal spot to enjoy great coffee or comforting meals throughout the week. With accessible features and a friendly vibe that rivals Nashville's best spots, this local favorite delivers consistent quality for breakfast and lunch alike.
What Customers Say About The Almaden Cafe
The Almaden Cafe is praised for its friendly staff, clean environment, and delicious food, especially the daily specials and salads. Customers appreciate the family-owned business's welcoming atmosphere. Some negative reviews mention issues with food handling and perceived value.
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Tip: Order early to ensure you get the popular daily specials. Parking is plentiful and right outside the cafe.
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The Almaden Cafe is located in San Jose, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.
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- Adobe Luis María Peralta (A 332m) — building in California, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- 27–29 Fountain Alley (A 572m) — Historic commercial building located in San Jose, California, USA. Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
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- McEnery Park (A 261m) — park in Santa Clara County, California, United States of America
- Arena Green (A 397m) — park in Santa Clara County, California, United States of America
- Pellier Park (A 497m) — park in San Jose, California, United States
- Plaza de César Chávez (A 508m) — plaza mayor de San José, California
- Plaza Park (A 532m) — park in Santa Clara County, California, United States of America
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- San Jose Civic (A 539m) — building in California, United States
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The Almaden Cafe San Jose Reviews
I come here at least twice a week for either their combination seafood salad or their roast beef on sliced sourdough. The ladies are extremely friendly, the food is reasonably priced and most importantly, delicious! Parking right outside and plenty of it which is a major plus downtown.
Went to the Almaden cafe and was instantly greeted with a nice clean environment and was immediately welcomed by the staff and attended to my questions/orders I made very polite family owned business they treat you like family and the food was absolutely amazing it had great flavor was made very fast and made of love will 100% reccomend and will sure go again often.
I come here at least twice a week for either their combination seafood salad or their roast beef on sliced sourdough. The ladies are extremely friendly, the food is reasonably priced and most importantly, delicious! Parking right outside and plenty of it which is a major plus downtown.
Went to the Almaden cafe and was instantly greeted with a nice clean environment and was immediately welcomed by the staff and attended to my questions/orders I made very polite family owned business they treat you like family and the food was absolutely amazing it had great flavor was made very fast and made of love will 100% reccomend and will sure go again often.
I love this cafe and am fortunate that it is located in the same building that I work in. The food, particularly the "Specials" are ALWAYS amazing! I'm sitting here writing this review as I'm eating her Chicken Fajitas. Delicious!! I love all her Mexican food and always make sure I order early (she runs out early). Definitely recommend this cafe. (:
The girls are very friendly and helpful , great atmosphere
A top place for cafe food. Great place to relax, people watch, eat good food or all the above. There was quick, helpful, and friendly service. It has a nice feel to it. Makes me feel like I in Nashville again.
Best place for healthy salads . All salads are delicious. Excellent customer service.
Customer service was above and beyond, i feel like the people here care and love what they do. I will be back next time im in the area.
The girls are very friendly and helpful , great atmosphere
Best place for healthy salads . All salads are delicious. Excellent customer service.
I love this cafe and am fortunate that it is located in the same building that I work in. The food, particularly the "Specials" are ALWAYS amazing! I'm sitting here writing this review as I'm eating her Chicken Fajitas. Delicious!! I love all her Mexican food and always make sure I order early (she runs out early). Definitely recommend this cafe. (:
A top place for cafe food. Great place to relax, people watch, eat good food or all the above. There was quick, helpful, and friendly service. It has a nice feel to it. Makes me feel like I in Nashville again.
Customer service was above and beyond, i feel like the people here care and love what they do. I will be back next time im in the area.
Staff had wet "disinfectant" towel touching sandwiches as she was making them.
Staff had wet "disinfectant" towel touching sandwiches as she was making them.
Asked if I was going to buy something after being in there for less than 20 minutes. I was going to buy something before I got there and realized they were just selling shitty Starbucks coffee and basic, low-quality food for a premium. I was just looking on my phone to see if there was a better place when security decided to get all in my business. This place is not worth your time or money. Avoid if possible.
Asked if I was going to buy something after being in there for less than 20 minutes. I was going to buy something before I got there and realized they were just selling shitty Starbucks coffee and basic, low-quality food for a premium. I was just looking on my phone to see if there was a better place when security decided to get all in my business. This place is not worth your time or money. Avoid if possible.
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1 S Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA 95113
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