Blue Dot Cafe & Coffee Bar

New update 02/07/24
Loved to have bfast or lunch here. They have daily special menu. Their scones are to die for. Not cheap but good food

Very fresh healthy food. Lots of good baked goods. Good place to dine

Really enjoying this place. I've had a few meals because I work near by, but I've come in a few times as well now. The staff is always pretty nice. Especially the coffee maker person. Always clean tables. Lots of places to sit. The house made pickled onions on the avocado toast drive me wild!

Fast service, clean restrooms, outdoor seating available.

My only gripe is there are a weird amount of dogs every time I come to this place. So there's a bit of fecal visibility and noise while you eat/chat but not the restaurants fault.

Definitely come check this place out. Bring your dog.

You just can’t get charm at Pete’s and Starbucks like you can get at a small coffee shop like this, especially when you walk in and see the owner sitting down working, you can taste the dedication to the business through each pleasant sip of my oat mocha. Customer Service goes above and beyond, making me feel welcome and desired to be there. They are very easy-going, and you feel it as soon as you walk in with many people enjoying meals at tables and laughing galore. You can tell that this coffee shop screams character charm. Closed Sunday and Monday, open five days a week until 130 get a chance to visit this lovely coffee shop and meet the wonderful owners and all of her employees.
When it comes to coffee, I am always the customer that struggles with finding the perfectly balanced espresso drink. In my experience, it has always been too hot, to milky, or not milky enough, with past experience I always add a extra shot into my large mocha. Upon first sip, a smile formed from ear to ear as I surprisingly found my new favorite coffee shop. This is the only coffee shop really worth going to in Alameda. The beans are roasted perfectly, brewed At just the right time so that it gives off pleasant espresso aromas and thick Crema. The espresso taste pierces through the smooth velvety chocolate milk, evenly spreading throughout the pallet of my tongue, giving no bitter taste whatsoever. This drink does not need any correction. It does not need any added sugar, it does not need any more milk, it does not need to be heated up or cooled down, it is perfect, and honestly I did not think that existed in the world of coffee.

Really great coffee, breakfast/brunch spot. Friendly folks, casual hang out. Great for grabbing a bite, getting some work done or just to get some coffee. Lots of space for sitting, but during its popular times it could be hard to grab a seat.

The 3 hours atmosphere, old floor and laughs among staff are delightful. There I met one of my youngest pale of 3 years old randomly and it seemed to have been a memorable moment for her

Blue Dot is amazing. Gotta try their Artemis salad…named after Team Artemis when the World Cup was here in Alameda. Their coffees are great, as are their scones (love the almond ones but they’re all good) Support a local small business.

This place is consistently so great. The staff are so awesome and the vibe of the establishment is so casual and chill. The food is phenomenal, my favorite is the poached eggs, bacon and toast. They have a coffee/tea bar so you can add sugar, Splenda or whatever they really have a selection which I appreciate. Wish there was a fairy free creamer option for the vegan/lactose people but other than that this place is a must and very easily became our fav brunch spot. Ps this weekend is Mother’s Day weekend and they were making the bacon in little flower shapes that is so creative and beautiful. Love the chefs here

2nd visit here and enjoyed a wonderful breakfast meeting. Attentive staff and look forward to a future visit.

Wow! I have been wanting to go here for awhile and I am sooo glad I went! First of all the atmosphere is so cute! Different sized tables, in and outside and another section with a door open to the sidewalk.

The food was delicious! I ordered the lox on everything and it hit the spot. Salty and perfectly proportioned. Flat white coffee was great and I ordered a blueberry muffin to top it off. Homemade and divine.

Run, don’t walk here! 🫶🏻 I brought my laptop and was able to get some work done in a lovely place. I felt welcomed here as well, baristas were kind.

Always worth the drive. Great coffee, great pastries, great potato salad.

Avocado toast with feta and pickled onions … ooo yum. Didn’t take a photo but so good. Also ordered the regular scrambled eggs and sausages which was very decent. Nice atmosphere, lots of tables to work at or meet up with friends, though it does get busier after 9.

Really good food + drinks and a cute albeit slightly rag tag spot.
Little bit pricey, but its worth for the quality.

Solid sandwiches, drinks, and service. Neighborhood gem. A treasure to have only a few blocks from my house.

Equal parts cafe, restaurant, and bakery, with delicious food expertly prepared in house, with options from familiar to upscale in a comfortable neighborhood setting.

A true Hidden Gem. Great staff.
Chilled and relaxed place!! My new little... It's about me go to place. 😊

Try the BLT with zesty mayo and avocado! Thank me later. Can’t say enough good things about this cafe. Best espresso and high quality food!

Great place to meet, chat and grab a bite to eat!

Friendly local coffee shop with good food selections and a nice place to sit and enjoy

You can't beat this place for friendliness, reliability, and great coffee and breakfast food (best scones and decent bagels - as a former New Yorker I don't make that claim lightly!). It can get crowded on the weekends but that's a testament to their quality. Kind owners and conscientious staff make this one of my faves on the island.

Poached eggs and bacon were great! Good coffee (cappuccino).