Pampas Cafe - Castro Valley

Cute coffee shop with a couch and amazing empanadas!

This place is great, they got nice coffee and really good empanadas, The staff is friendly and service is fast. A must try if you are in the area. They offer non-dairy alternatives for your drinks. Parking can be challenging, but that's almost expected since it's next to trader Joe's.

I found this cozy spot recently and it completely blew my mind! The coffee here? Absolutely the best I've ever had. No kidding, it's like a hug in a cup – so rich and smooth, I couldn't get enough of it. And don't even get me started on their mushroom empanada. I mean, I've had empanadas before, but this was on another level. Crispy on the outside, insanely flavorful and juicy on the inside... it's literally to die for. Seriously, if you're around, you've gotta check this place out. The coffee and empanadas combo here is a game changer!

I forgot to take a picture of the empanadas because they were so good I couldn’t stop ? got the ham and cheese and the breakfast empanada SO GOOD! Soft on the outside and warm in the center. They also sell alfajores and they were perfect! Got a hot and cold latte and they were both perfect ? it’s right next to Trader Joe’s so I’ll be hitting this spot before every shopping spree!EDIT: Went back and grabbed some pictures to add to my review!

Wow, everything here was so good. The food, espresso, service and decor was top notch. Perfect find before going out to a round of golf up the hill.