Cafe Leila

“teh interior has this warm bohemian vibe with mismatched vintage furniture and local art all over the walls. honestly feels like eating in someones eclectic living room which is kinda perfect would recommend”

“yo the acoustics are terrible when it gets busy though. hard surfaces everywhere so conversations just turn into shouting matches during weekend brunch”

“literally tehir lavender latte was actually a revelation like the floral notes enhanced the espresso instead of overpowering it. and they actually know how to steam milk here with that perfect microfoam texture wow”

“the espresso beans are over roasted though. too bitter and lacking those bright fruity notes you want in a good single origin coffee”

“good vibe for kids without feeling like a daycare situation. my daughters loved the colorful art on the walls and they actually have a real kids menu with actual food not just chicken nuggets”

“parking on san pablo is absolutely terrible tho!!! circled the block like four times before just giving up and parking six blocks away”

“at 13 bucks for their mezze platter, you get enough food for two people - hummus, baba ganoush, dolmas, pita, and vegetables!!! best bang for your buck on san pablo avenue”

“weekend brunch wait times can stretch to 45 minutes, and they dont take reservations so plan accordingly if you're not flexible with timing”

“teh contrast in their baklava is perfection - paper-thin phyllo layers that shatter when you bite down, giving way to the soft honey-soaked nuts and that sticky-sweet finish coating your tongue”

“real talk teh hummus had an oddly grainy texture that suggested it wasn't properly processed or maybe sat too long - it should be silky smooth, not gritty”

“finally found a place that doesn't hold back on the harissa! their shakshuka has proper heat that builds as you eat, with eggs cooked exactly how they should be in that spicy tomato base”

“the yogurt SIDE dish was disappointingly bladn and could've used some spicing or herbs to complement the bold flavors of the main dishes no joke”