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Aroma

Sandwich · San Rafael

4.4 · 353 reviews Google
www.aromacafesanrafael.com

About Aroma

En Aroma, en el corazón de San Rafael, te damos la bienvenida a un espacio luminoso y acogedor donde disfrutar de desayunos deliciosos, sándwiches creativos y sabrosos platos de Oriente Medio. Con un ambiente relajado y rodeado de arte local, te invitamos a descubrir sabores auténticos y momentos es...

En Aroma, en el corazón de San Rafael, te damos la bienvenida a un espacio luminoso y acogedor donde disfrutar de desayunos deliciosos, sándwiches creativos y sabrosos platos de Oriente Medio. Con un ambiente relajado y rodeado de arte local, te invitamos a descubrir sabores auténticos y momentos especiales. Un rincón donde la calidad y la calidez se unen para ofrecerte una experiencia inolvidable.

What Customers Say About Aroma

Aroma is a popular spot known for its fresh ingredients, extensive menu, and chill atmosphere, making it ideal for remote work or meeting friends. Many praise the salads, especially the side salad, and the New Orleans Gumbo. Some customers have experienced inconsistent service and food quality.

Popular Dishes

fattoush avacado beet salad lemon chicken and rice soup New Orleans Chicken & Sausage Gumbo spinach mushroom quiche beet and avocado salad grilled mixed veggie sandwich

Best For

Solo Dining Business Casual Groups

Tip: Aroma is a great place to work or study, with wifi, plenty of tables, and a quiet atmosphere. Be aware that parking can be a challenge.

Features

📶 WiFi 🌳 Outdoor 🅿️ Parking 🚗 Delivery Accessible 🌅 Breakfast 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner 🥗 Vegetarian 🌱 Vegan Coffee
🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy Trendy 👨‍👩‍👧 Family 👥 Groups

What to see nearby

Misión San Rafael Arcángel
A 130m

Misión San Rafael Arcángel

iglesia

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Museum of International Propaganda
A 214m

Museum of International Propaganda

museo

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Albert Field
A 502m

Albert Field

parque

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Boyd Memorial Park
A 539m

Boyd Memorial Park

parque

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Explore the area around Aroma

Aroma is located in San Rafael, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Museums

  • Museum of International Propaganda (A 214m) — non-profit institution located in San Rafael, California

Religious Buildings

  • Misión San Rafael Arcángel (A 130m) — Spanish mission located in San Rafael, California

Parks & Gardens

  • Albert Field (A 502m) — park in Marin County, California, United States of America
  • Boyd Memorial Park (A 539m) — park in Marin County, California, United States of America

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Frequently asked questions about Aroma

Aroma is located at 1122 4th St, San Rafael, CA 94901, San Rafael.
Near Aroma you can find points of interest such as Misión San Rafael Arcángel, Museum of International Propaganda, Albert Field, Boyd Memorial Park.
Aroma offers sandwich cuisine.
Aroma has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Aroma offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway, delivery.
The most recommended dishes at Aroma based on customer reviews are: fattoush, avacado beet salad, lemon chicken and rice soup, New Orleans Chicken & Sausage Gumbo, spinach mushroom quiche.
Aroma is ideal for solo dining, business dining, casual dining, groups.
Aroma is a popular spot known for its fresh ingredients, extensive menu, and chill atmosphere, making it ideal for remote work or meeting friends. Many praise the salads, especially the side salad, and the New Orleans Gumbo. Some customers have experienced inconsistent service and food quality.
Aroma is a great place to work or study, with wifi, plenty of tables, and a quiet atmosphere. Be aware that parking can be a challenge.
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Aroma San Rafael Reviews

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Katia Martha

Great place for work/study. Wifi for 2hrs with purchase. Outlets, super spacious, lots of tables. They have a great menu and friendly service as well. I got the spinach mushroom quiche with a side salad (also came with an unexpected bit of bread and butter) and the strawberry raspberry mango smoothie. Both were great! I also purchased this packaged cookie from near the cash register- bad! I don’t recommend. 2 bathrooms open (with keys) for customers. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Suggestion: it would be nice if prices could be put on the little pastries and packaged goods near the cashier. I can’t be the only one who factors price into considering which little treat to get!

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Genesis

This place has great acoustics (ie. you can hear yourself think and talk with your neighbor). The staff is friendly. The crowd here is chill. They have a nice selection of food.

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Brian Wagner

This is a great little place to come and grab a bite to eat. Always a nice atmosphere and the food is great whether you're coming for breakfast, lunch or dinner. There is WiFi and a couch to lounge on and relax. I don't get to come here as much anymore, but I'm always happy when I can stop by. Check it out!

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Mia H.

Best remote work cafe in San Rafael. Efficient, down to earth staff members, fast service, nice and quiet (no background music even). Yummy gluten free brownies.

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Martin Bishop

My first time back since Covid. Exactly the same as it was. I think this is the best place to work in this area. Lots of tables and space. And the food and drink is good too.

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Nancy Janini

I liked the atmosphere a lot, it’s good to work or study or meet a friend. However I would like to if the inside area was with more lights and life like the front.

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Hannah Gregory (Lane)

Love this spot! So many quality options for whatever you’re feeling & you can tell the ingredients are fresh. Plenty of seating options with kind humans behind the counter.

Katia Martha
Katia Martha

Great place for work/study. Wifi for 2hrs with purchase. Outlets, super spacious, lots of tables. They have a great menu and friendly service as well. I got the spinach mushroom quiche with a side salad (also came with an unexpected bit of bread and butter) and the strawberry raspberry mango smoothie. Both were great! I also purchased this packaged cookie from near the cash register- bad! I don’t recommend. 2 bathrooms open (with keys) for customers. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Suggestion: it would be nice if prices could be put on the little pastries and packaged goods near the cashier. I can’t be the only one who factors price into considering which little treat to get!

Genesis
Genesis

This place has great acoustics (ie. you can hear yourself think and talk with your neighbor). The staff is friendly. The crowd here is chill. They have a nice selection of food.

Brian Wagner
Brian Wagner

This is a great little place to come and grab a bite to eat. Always a nice atmosphere and the food is great whether you're coming for breakfast, lunch or dinner. There is WiFi and a couch to lounge on and relax. I don't get to come here as much anymore, but I'm always happy when I can stop by. Check it out!

Mia H.
Mia H.

Best remote work cafe in San Rafael. Efficient, down to earth staff members, fast service, nice and quiet (no background music even). Yummy gluten free brownies.

Martin Bishop
Martin Bishop

My first time back since Covid. Exactly the same as it was. I think this is the best place to work in this area. Lots of tables and space. And the food and drink is good too.

Nancy Janini
Nancy Janini

I liked the atmosphere a lot, it’s good to work or study or meet a friend. However I would like to if the inside area was with more lights and life like the front.

Hannah Gregory (Lane)
Hannah Gregory (Lane)

Love this spot! So many quality options for whatever you’re feeling & you can tell the ingredients are fresh. Plenty of seating options with kind humans behind the counter.

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Mark Predum

Their " side" salad that comes with sandwiches is one of the best I've ever had. It is so fresh and full of a wide selection of veggies. You go aroma!!!@

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ushna khan

Place is a hidden gem, great service and food is delicious and has an extensive menu!

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Taran

Very chill place. I like it but the person that took my order could be friendlier.

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Misty Forsman

Met a friend for lunch... We sat outside and it was delightful. Went inside to order...tried something new to me: New Orleans Chicken & Sausage Gumbo. It was absolutely delicious! I will order it again! The only challenge can be parking, but again this turned out to be effortless on a side street. Great place, food is marvelous, it's casual, and delightful.

ushna khan
ushna khan

Place is a hidden gem, great service and food is delicious and has an extensive menu!

Mark Predum
Mark Predum

Their " side" salad that comes with sandwiches is one of the best I've ever had. It is so fresh and full of a wide selection of veggies. You go aroma!!!@

Taran
Taran

Very chill place. I like it but the person that took my order could be friendlier.

Jenny Beresford
Jenny Beresford

Literally for decades, since working across the street, I have gone to Aroma. I’ve had my favorites like the fattoush or avacado beet salad and that’s what I always get. Aside from their yummy lattes and chai, but I just had their lemon chicken and rice soup and I want to bathe in it it’s so good. It’s like something my grandma used to make, perfect ratios of rice, chicken, and veggies. It’s delicious. I also had the caprese salad with the fattoush dressing, another favorite of mine. Their food is always so good. It’s easy to get in and out and the price is equal to the quality and consistent food that is served.

Misty Forsman
Misty Forsman

Met a friend for lunch... We sat outside and it was delightful. Went inside to order...tried something new to me: New Orleans Chicken & Sausage Gumbo. It was absolutely delicious! I will order it again! The only challenge can be parking, but again this turned out to be effortless on a side street. Great place, food is marvelous, it's casual, and delightful.

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Steve Dekorte

Great milk foam, though cappuccino was a bit bitter.

Steve Dekorte
Steve Dekorte

Great milk foam, though cappuccino was a bit bitter.

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Lisa Watson

I had lunch today at a place I’ve enjoyed many times before, but unfortunately, this visit was a real letdown. The beet and avocado salad, which is usually fantastic, fell flat — lacking the freshness and flavor I’ve come to expect. We also ordered the grilled mixed veggie sandwich, and to be honest, it was just okay. Maybe it was an off day, but I left feeling uncertain if I’ll be back agai

Lisa Watson
Lisa Watson

I had lunch today at a place I’ve enjoyed many times before, but unfortunately, this visit was a real letdown. The beet and avocado salad, which is usually fantastic, fell flat — lacking the freshness and flavor I’ve come to expect. We also ordered the grilled mixed veggie sandwich, and to be honest, it was just okay. Maybe it was an off day, but I left feeling uncertain if I’ll be back agai

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Mirthful Muse

please move the community bulletin board so its not directly behind table and people sitting at it which makes it inaccessible and useless. Locate bullitin board where people can freely access it, post flyers and read them without standing over someones table.

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Colleen F

Just rating their drip: 1/5. Really bad. I poured it all out…. Their iced tea is nice though: 4/5.

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David Stroebe

Nice place. Ok service and ok food.

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paul chaffee

I like this place generally but try to avoid it when a certain person is working the counter. Short guy, wears hat backwards, usually there. He is neither nice or welcoming (but seems friendly to women), but the worst part is he doesn't call you when your beverage is ready. So you have to keep checking back to see if he's put it out yet; then if one is waiting, you have to ask if it is yours. I really wish they'd get someone else to take orders. He seems like the wrong person for customer service. Put this guy as a cook or something. (When another guy was working once, I told him that he was way better than the guy I'm writing about here. He said, "yeah, I've been hearing that.")

paul chaffee
paul chaffee

I like this place generally but try to avoid it when a certain person is working the counter. Short guy, wears hat backwards, usually there. He is neither nice or welcoming (but seems friendly to women), but the worst part is he doesn't call you when your beverage is ready. So you have to keep checking back to see if he's put it out yet; then if one is waiting, you have to ask if it is yours. I really wish they'd get someone else to take orders. He seems like the wrong person for customer service. Put this guy as a cook or something. (When another guy was working once, I told him that he was way better than the guy I'm writing about here. He said, "yeah, I've been hearing that.")

Mirthful Muse
Mirthful Muse

please move the community bulletin board so its not directly behind table and people sitting at it which makes it inaccessible and useless. Locate bullitin board where people can freely access it, post flyers and read them without standing over someones table.

Colleen F
Colleen F

Just rating their drip: 1/5. Really bad. I poured it all out…. Their iced tea is nice though: 4/5.

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Audrey Temple

Had to repeat my order 5 times to the server, and even then the food came out incorrect. Did not whatsoever the basic of experience customer service overall… and in the end the food was subpar and had smaller amounts than in the past! I have usually ordered online, but the two times I went in to eat (last weekend case in point) the environment was badly lit and in parts loud with buzzing from refrigeration… not at all cozy. Changed seating 3 times to try for a better effect. When leaving I saw a cook eating and then blowing his nose next to the food he was preparing. For the amount you spend here? What is happening.

Audrey Temple
Audrey Temple

Had to repeat my order 5 times to the server, and even then the food came out incorrect. Did not whatsoever the basic of experience customer service overall… and in the end the food was subpar and had smaller amounts than in the past! I have usually ordered online, but the two times I went in to eat (last weekend case in point) the environment was badly lit and in parts loud with buzzing from refrigeration… not at all cozy. Changed seating 3 times to try for a better effect. When leaving I saw a cook eating and then blowing his nose next to the food he was preparing. For the amount you spend here? What is happening.

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Kiki Van Son

Hostile team. Shocked and taken aback by this behavior - will no longer be returning to Aroma Cafe. I had mistakenly misinterpreted the street parking designations near Aroma Cafe, and immediately corrected the issue when it was brought to my attention by a passerby. What I cannot understand is why any business would think it acceptable to leave an aggressive and insulting message on a community member’s vehicle.

Kiki Van Son
Kiki Van Son

Hostile team. Shocked and taken aback by this behavior - will no longer be returning to Aroma Cafe. I had mistakenly misinterpreted the street parking designations near Aroma Cafe, and immediately corrected the issue when it was brought to my attention by a passerby. What I cannot understand is why any business would think it acceptable to leave an aggressive and insulting message on a community member’s vehicle.

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Sue Ann Reynolds

Been here twice. Both times, the food handed to me when my pager went off was the wrong order. Both times, the service was less than lackluster; crabby even. The food is meh; good menu ideas, but overrun processed wraps, too much dressings and sauces. I’ll spend $25 for lunch elsewhere in the future.

Sue Ann Reynolds
Sue Ann Reynolds

Been here twice. Both times, the food handed to me when my pager went off was the wrong order. Both times, the service was less than lackluster; crabby even. The food is meh; good menu ideas, but overrun processed wraps, too much dressings and sauces. I’ll spend $25 for lunch elsewhere in the future.

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🥞 Breakfast
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🥗 Vegetarian Options
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7:30AM-8:30PM
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🌐 Website
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