Zocalo Coffeehouse is an independent, locally-owned coffeehouse and roastery, located in San Leandro, California. The name, a Mexican-Spanish word meaning "town square" or "town center," was chosen to reflect the goal of community building, focusing not only on the product, but on the place itself. It's not just about coffee or tea, its about the community.
| • In-House Roasted Coffee • Organically Grown, Fair Trade Coffee • Pastries & Bagels • Free Wireless Internet Access (wi-fi) • Rentable Event Space |
• Specialty Teas
• Milkshakes & Fruit Smoothies • Indoor Kid Space • Open 365 Days a Year • Alameda County Certified Green Business |
Photo Anda Chu, Daily Review
Thanks to the Daily Review and reporter Jason Sweeney for doing a story on the Davis Street Fundraiser we’re doing. It’s a great story and was front and center in Wednesday’s local section!
San Leandro coffeehouse a fundraising hotspot
“Until Jan. 1, customers can purchase ornaments for the shop’s 9-foot Christmas tree with proceeds going to Davis Street. Holmes is matching the donations until the combined total reaches $10,000.”
We’re open Christmas Day from 10am to 2pm, so come by and enjoy some coffee and friends in Christmas.
We’re having a fundraiser!
Decorate the Zocalo tree by donating ornaments and all the money goes to San Leandro’s own Davis Street Family Resource Center!
Davis Street has helped tens of thousands of families in their nearly 40 years serving us. This past year the demand for their services was up five fold.
Ornaments range from $5 hearts to the $500 for the tree topper! Zocalo will match all donations up to a total of $5000 for a total of $10,000 to Davis St. combined.
Come down to Zocalo starting Tuesday and buy one for your family! A donation to Davis Street is the perfect gift to your community.
The kickoff for Stephen Cassidy’s run for Mayor of San Leandro is this Thursday, November 12 at Zocalo. Things start at 7pm and it’ll be your first chance to get to know who Stephen is and whether you believe he should be your next mayor.
It’s an important race and I strongly suggest you get as informed as you can! I’ll see you there…
There’s lots of events in the North Area for Halloween this year!
Zocalo will be kicking off the annual Safe Treats, Safe Streets event this year from 3-5pm on Friday, October 30th. Trick or treat the 30 or so businesses at the Bancroft/Dutton corner and get in the spirit! Photos from past events here and here
Then, on the 30th and 31st, support your schools as Washington Elementary holds a Haunted House from 5-8pm.
And, don’t miss the Dunsmuir House Pumpkin Patch Octoberfest from 11am-4pm this Saturday, the 24th. They’ll have crafts, pony rides, and pumpkin painting, as well as sausage and suds for the adults. $7.50 Adults, $5 kids, under 5 free.
We’ve upgraded our internet access! It’s been apparent, lately, that the speed of the network at Zocalo weren’t keeping up with usage. Over the past 6 plus years we’ve been open the amount of data flowing over these tubes has gone up many-fold (gotta love those accurate stats).
I’m happy to say we now sport speeds up to 15Mbps down and 5-6Mbps up. Tested it myself! (It DOES make a difference how close to the rear of the shop you sit. Further updates in the future should remedy that. Enjoy!
As a boy eats breakfast in San Francisco, another in London plays football, a girl in Lahore eats dinner, and another in Sydney calls for a drink of water in the night. Poetic language and charming vignettes of everyday lives of children around the world simplify the concept of time zone.
Don’t miss it, and bring your kids to meet the author of a real live book!
Zocalo has a page on Facebook now. If you are a Facebook member, sign up as a fan!
We’re open 365 days a year here at Zocalo Coffeehouse, so of course we’re open this Labor Day, Monday September 7th.
Hours are 8am to 2pm to get you up in the morning and off in time for your barbecue or other event!
We’ve been nominated for
Best Coffee Shop again for 2o10!
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Zocalo for Rent
Zocalo Coffeehouse is available to rent for one time or repeating events. From formal to kids party, Zocalo is the right fit.
Click here to learn more about our Event Space.
Contact us here to inquire about dates and details.
Air Conditioned
That’s right, when it gets hot out, come inside for the cool breeze of Zocalo’s air conditioning. Hard to beat AC, free WiFi, and good coffee on a hot day.
Hot Body Fitness
Located directly behind Zocalo, Hot Body Fitness provides fitness and educational classes from Spinning to Yoga to MusicTogether and LangoKids.
Visit Hot Body for more information and a class schedule.
The Living Room
Our couches offer ample space for individuals and small groups alike!
Kids’ Play Area
Our unique kid space is a favorite indoor hangout for local toddler, nannies and parents.
We’re a Green Business.
Zocalo is San Leandro’s only
Certified Green Café.
Free Wi-Fi
Free wireless internet allows you to work in a quiet, but social atmosphere away from the constant distractions of home.
Did I mention…
We’re open 365 days a year
