Cafe Joy

Cafe Joy was the surprise of my early morning trip into Pleasanton. I was looking for a place to sit and read for an hour when I happend upon this unsuspecting spot in the middle of a strip mall. I walked in and it was a pretty typical spread; a nice pastry case with food stuffs, a nice…

Panama Red Coffee

It’s a small, local chain with the flagship store located in downtown Livermore. Indoor and outdoor seating, lots of study space and tables, and an oustanding record of stellar and unique service. Panama’s real point of excellence is their balance of service and professionalism; everything is a hand done process. The staff is trained rigorously…