Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar
Welcome to Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar, a charming breakfast and brunch spot located in Alameda, California. This cafe is a haven for foodies looking for a delicious and satisfying meal. With a plethora of vegan and vegetarian options, Blue Dot caters to all dietary preferences.
Not only does Blue Dot offer a welcoming ambiance, but they also provide various amenities such as takeout, delivery, and outdoor seating. The cafe is wheelchair-accessible and has gender-neutral restrooms for all guests.
One of the highlights of Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar is its diverse menu, featuring a mix of classic breakfast dishes and innovative creations. The cafe's attentive waitstaff ensures that every guest has a memorable dining experience.
Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious breakfast, brunch, or lunch. So come on over to 1910 Encinal Ave and indulge in a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving for more.
Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar Menu
Location
Address: 1910 Encinal Ave Alameda, CA 94501
Phone: (510) 523-2583
Business info
- Offers TakeoutYes
- ReservationsNo
- DeliveryNo
- Vegan OptionsYes
- Many Vegetarian OptionsYes
- Wheelchair accessibleYes
- Accepts Credit CardsYes
- Accepts Android PayNo
- Accepts Apple PayNo
- Outdoor SeatingYes
- CasualYes
- Moderate NoiseYes
- Offers CateringYes
- Good for GroupsYes
- Good For KidsYes
- Good for Breakfast, Brunch, LunchYes
- Street ParkingYes
- Free Wi-FiYes
- Beer & Wine OnlyYes
- Gender-neutral restroomsYes
- Waiter ServiceNo
- Happy HourNo
- TVNo
- Bike ParkingYes
Last Reviews
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Author: Mandy M.
I stop by Blue Dot about twice a month. I've tried the scones, chilaquiles, and lattes. The blueberry scone is by far my favorite. It's not too sweet, but just sweet enough. Service is always friendly which I appreciate. There is seating in the main room as well as a smaller space on the side. I've never had a problem finding somewhere to sit and have done some work on my laptop with no issues. Parking is easily found on the surrounding streets. I definitely recommend the Blue Dot Cafe.
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Author: Doris G.
Fun neighborhood breakfast coffee shop. We ordered the salad and avocado toast and they were kind enough to split the dishes.
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Author: Lisa C.
Blue Dot is a neighborhood gem serving up delicious breakfast and lunch options in the heart of Alameda. Their food is always fresh and delicious and great for a quick bite or for take out. I highly recommend their Chilaquiles Verdes w/ 2 Poached Eggs (available Tuesday thru Friday) and Poached Egg Sandwich w/ bacon & pepper jack. Their tasty pastry options are absolutely delicious and freshly made and are not too sweet. You can't come here and not order a pastry. Just don't do it. My favorite is the toasted almond and current scones made to perfection. A perfect option with their delicious coffee. If you eat there you get free refills so I'd recommend getting a small coffee to go with your pastry. This cafe is owned operated by a couple and the wife is always there assisting her staff and clearing the counters. This place you order your food at the counter and take a seat and someone will bring you your food. Not a restaurant where you have a personal server. But best believe the wife and staff are super friendly and accommodating and make your experience very pleasant. The average cost for 2 people is about $40 but I think the quality of food and service are worth it. The cafe is brightly decorated with art from local artists which makes it fun to admire the art while you eat. They have plenty of seating indoors and patio seating outside in front of the cafe. I've been coming here for years and I always leave feeling happy and full!
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Author: Jason F.
When the coffee drinks are as lovingly crafted as they are at Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar, then they must be celebrated. Located on a busy stretch of Encinal Avenue in the heart of central Alameda, Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar is so named after the concept of astronauts taking a picture of planet earth from their space shuttle and referring to our planet as nothing more than a "blue dot". It was from this image that astronomer Carl Sagan spoke about "our responsibility to deal more kindly and compassionately with one another and to preserve and cherish that pale blue dot, the only home we've ever known." And it is with this thought that the genesis of Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar was conceptualized, since the owners are members of the special community of Alameda on this wonderful planet we call earth, their goal was to have every patron that entered Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar to feel welcome and connected. To them, Blue Dot is to be the ultimate gathering place for breakfast and lunchtime meals between friends and family, while also enjoying their specialty handcrafted coffee drinks on top of safe working spaces. On a recent visit on a weekday afternoon, I can honestly say that they have succeeded on all of their goals. After enjoying a nice hearty lunch with a friend on Webster Street, I asked if they wanted to enjoy a quick coffee before we both headed back to work for the day, and the first place that came to their mind was Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar. I asked why they selected this place out of the numerous coffee shops in the island city, they responded with "you'll see once you go," and with that intriguing statement we were off to Encinal Avenue. By the time we arrived, it was actually later in the day, and closing time was on the horizon, but the place both inside and outside their cafe was popping with customers taking in their charming interior with bright flowers and pictures from local artists dotting their walls. Since we came for just two coffees, we knew we wouldn't be long, and the staff at Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar was so plentiful that they crafted our order in no time so we could enjoy inside their cafe while they were still open. Although Coffee Bar is in their name, in addition to various coffees, they also sell various juices and teas, and even a little daytime libations in mimosas. In addition to beverages, they have quite the robust Breakfast and Lunch menu with traditional brunch entrées being served and a number of deliciously described sandwiches for the lunch hour. Since we had already eaten lunch we came for one thing only today: coffee, and they certainly have a lot of options, my friend ordered their Cappuccino, while I ordered their White Mocha, and was immediately asked if I wanted whipped cream on top of my Mocha, of which I obliged. Our total bill for two drinks was $9.63 before gratuity was added in, which was totally reasonable. As we waited for our drinks to be crafted, we were lucky to find two open seats in their communal table that was smack dab in the middle of their main dining room, in which my friend and I were able to take in all of the sights and sounds of this bustling local business. People were on their laptops typing away, while others were still enjoying their sandwiches, which was nice because technically Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar was closing soon, so this proved they were still willing to serve and were not in a rush to close. Eventually our drinks were presented to us where we were sitting by their hardworking staff, and I loved the overall flavor of my rich drink, which wasn't too sweet and was enhanced by the delectable whipped cream, which made my mocha feel more like a hot chocolate than a coffee. I cannot wait to return to Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar, as they are as local you can get and if you can judge a locally run business on just their drinks, then you are going to be alright in dining here as well, as my friend says their Bahn Cubano is a real winner and sounded amazing. Here's to the continued success of Blue Dot Cafe and Coffee Bar, may their goals of connectedness and being a welcoming presence in the island city be realized for decades to come!