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Big E Cafe
1683 Branham Ln, San Jose, CA 95118, United States
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J
Review №1

Your service is terrible and your coffee is even worse. I only tried the cold brew but its awful. Theres literally no one in line I had to wait for 10 minutes for your cashier to even acknowledge me. Thanks for the great experience today guys youre really something special.

Me
Review №2

Really tasty empañadas. Wish there was one vegan option, but all the vegetarian choices are great.

La
Review №3

Empanadas are delicious but I think Milohas down the street is what I would recommend. I guess it depends on what your taste buds prefer. Otherwise I see lots of customers and pretty tempting empanadas. I ordered the Thai and gyro ones, they were okay 👌.

Ro
Review №4

Good service and excellent empanadas. Wonderful assortment of empanadas and coffee drinks!

Ni
Review №5

If you are a coffee lover, then this place is the best to visit. Their coffee really satisfies your taste at a very affordable price. The service was very harmonious that made my stay so special and remarkable. The interior design is very unique as well which is picture-perfect. I will highly recommend this coffee shop to everyone I know.

Be
Review №6

Recently, my family and I stopped over to this cafeteria, and we greatly loved the foods and drinks that we ordered. It was all delicious and satisfying. Besides, the waitress that entertained us at that time was very accommodating, nice, and careful. Honestly, we greatly love to spend our precious time in your cafeteria. It was clean, comfortable, and refreshing. Till next time!

Ro
Review №7

This is the most delicious cup of coffee youve ever had! This coffee shops food and service are also outstanding. Id like to buy more coffee from this shop because the coffee is delicious and the environment is good. Theyve assembled an energizing, courteous, and accommodating squad. As soon as you go, get a cup of coffee.

Ar
Review №8

Empanada is great. Especially spinach and cheese.

Ch
Review №9

Empanadas are delicious! My favorite are the breakfast ones and the chicken and mushroom :-)

Va
Review №10

I ordered a chicken empanada and a steak empanada. The chicken empanada was big in size, had great taste, and was filling. Theyre definitely was more meat than crust which was a surprise for me. As for the steak empanada, the taste was not what I expected. There is green olives, raisins, and onions with the steak. In my opinion the raisins and the olives were an off-putting taste for me but that is me. Again this empanada was filled with plenty of steak and on both of the empanadas the crust was very tasty and slightly buttery. Of course I only had the two for the savory empanadas but the dessert apple cranberry was an absolute must have again. The apples were largely diced, the filling was smooth but not too sugary, and once again it was the right amount of filling for the amount of crust. I do want to go back and try some other ones because the empanadas overall were very savory and filling. Big e Cafe has the feeling of a small coffee house but surprisingly has very filling foods. Definitely going to try again!

Bi
Review №11

Great empanadas tried 4 different types all good

Pa
Review №12

A great way to star your day

A
Review №13

Very delicious Empanadas. Tried the 2 traditional ones. Full of flavor and not too heavy.The staff are very friendly.Easy to park.

Ku
Review №14

Solid spot at any time. Great place to grab coffee in the morning or an afternoon empanada

Ph
Review №15

I make sure to come here every time I am in San Jose. Its easy to get to and the empanadas are incredibly delicious

Eu
Review №16

GREAT! This coffee shop was totally impressive! This place is certainly the best spot where you can have a great taste of coffee and pastries. Also, the staffs around here were really fantastic, and I would like to commend them for making my orders fast. Truly a memorable experience, and Im sure that I will visit this coffee shop again soon. THANKS!

Sa
Review №17

The coffee here is great! Best cappuccino Ive had in San Jose. However, they should not call this place an Argentine Cafe. They are not real Argentine empanadas. They should call them hot pockets instead. Seriously disappointing empanadas .

La
Review №18

I am a coffee lover, thus I am so picky about it. When I tasted their coffee here, I was so amazed for it has a good mix of flavor. The next day, I invited my friends, and I also brought my parents here. If you enjoy reading books while having a cup of coffee, and they have more interesting books here!

Ia
Review №19

The best empanadas

So
Review №20

Staff are great, Emapandas are always fresh!

Ju
Review №21

Quick service and yummy empanadas (tried empazzone and cheese and spinach - the latter had way too much spinach for my taste and not enough cheese but still good). Mango smoothie was delicious too. Good place for quick bite and hang out with friends.

Ta
Review №22

Tastes decent, has an interesting selection of empanadas to choose from

Da
Review №23

Wow ! So glad I found this place, Excellent coffee and great bread and baked goodies, and ALL Gluten free ! Saturday mornings and Wednesday mornings at 10:15 they have fresh cinnamon rolls right out of the oven the best cinnamon rolls I have ever tasted ! A+A+A+

Be
Review №24

Very good empanada, also the coffee is very nice, great service!!!

Re
Review №25

We go here strictly for empanadas and their breakfast are our favorite! Super yummy and easy order ahead online and then walk in to pick up and have hot empanadas waiting.

Ph
Review №26

Great selection of empanadas. Fresh and delicious. The pastry is amazing... I tried lomo and philly (picture).

Eu
Review №27

We come here at least once a week. Delicious ingredients stuffed into a pastry... what’s not to love. Our go to’s are the chorizo or the mushroom chicken. Finish it off with some fresh brewed light roast and that’s a good morning.

Mi
Review №28

This place has the best empanadas with such a great selection. The customer service is great too!

Su
Review №29

There empanadas are out of this world.

Gu
Review №30

Some of the employees here seem pretty airheaded... I called to inquire about their mocha sizes this morning and when I asked how many ounces their large mocha has, the girl on the phone indifferently replied, Im not too sure.... Next

Av
Review №31

This coffee shop is my favorite place to hang and do my work. I love this place because it was so quiet, cozy, and not too crowded. The coffees and pastries that they had were so delicious. My favorite coffee in this shop was the 3-shots of espresso. I really love the coffee in this shop. The barista was so pleasant and very friendly. Highly recommended coffee shop.

Cr
Review №32

Looking for south american empanadas? This is the place! From the traditional Peruvian many variations.

Ca
Review №33

They have the best empanadas in town. I usually try something new. They have such a big variety to choose and i have tried 5 so far and i have not been dissappointed. Its hot, fulfilling and taste great.

Em
Review №34

Great and friendly service. Delicious coffee. Fantastic empanadas!

Ki
Review №35

Always been one of my favorite cafes.

Co
Review №36

Delicious empanadas! I love them

Mi
Review №37

The people who work here are very nice and the empenadas are great!

Fr
Review №38

Amazing empanadas and great ☕. Every time family visits I take them here and they love it. I love their breakfast empanadas, a must try.

F.
Review №39

The empanadas that are more traditional are good.

Br
Review №40

These guys are awesome, empanadas are great and theyve hired a wonderful staff. Also they have great coffee.

Er
Review №41

Just had coffee and it was good. Asked for a cortado. They hadnt heard of it but were happy to try. Turned out good for a first attempt.

St
Review №42

Great Empanadas

ma
Review №43

Id gladly give five stars for the great staff and service. The owner, unfortunately, has decided that being upfront about his pricing and credit card surcharge. isnt something hes willing to do. Theres lots of stuff on the wall menu, with prices listed. He then claims he gives a cash discount. Well, not really. I buy something, pay cash, but Im charged the standard price thats listed on the wall. I buy something, pay with a credit card, and Im charged extra.The owner claims the cash discount is part of the listed price and that legally he has to do it this way. ???We tend to be consistent in how we think and act. Im concerned about what other ways the owner of this business deals with his employees and customers. Would he also claim that a day off is included in a work day? That ingredients in his food products are included when they are not? I dont have any evidence that he does those things, but doing them would be right in line with claiming a discount is included in his standard pricing. Hes also got a sign that theres no public restroom, but, well guess what, he doesnt mean that either. If they like you, you may use the restroom.My complaint isnt about the money. He suggested I go to Starbucks and Ill do that from now on. Integrity and honesty are important to me. Id gladly have paid a little more if hed have raised his prices than feel like hes trying to fool his customers and doesnt have the respect for them to be upfront with them. Unfortunately, I guess this sort of thing is becoming more and more common. Lack of integrity is now included in our lives.

Xe
Review №44

Nice place to seat

La
Review №45

Cafe food, very satisfying. Cool location to meet with coworkers. Menu is similar to a restaurant in Jacksonville I loved.

Je
Review №46

The Empanadas were bland and dry. Sauce packets provided proved insufficient. The coffee was not noteworthy. I dont remember smelling fresh coffee being brewed. The bathroom was occupied endlessly. (I had to go to Safeway.) Everything was missing.

Ca
Review №47

One of my top places for Cafe food. Nice location to meet with family. There was quick and friendly service. Prices were fair. Reminds me of a restaurant in Philadelphia that I enjoyed.

Ho
Review №48

Cafe food, super delicious. Very savory. Looking forward to coming back with my relatives. Bring your appetite because portions are filling.

Ke
Review №49

Service is friendly. Great place all around. Go here before you go anywhere else. This place is the real deal. Most importantly, the owner cares about people. Last but not least. Everything is delicious!!!

Ar
Review №50

Love empanadas and found the best empanadas in bay area., I invite you to try one 1 any one. Also very very affordable.

Je
Review №51

The food is great. The coffee is great. The people are great. What more could you ask for?

Ca
Review №52

Cafe food, yeah, super delicious. The service here is above par. It has a nice interior.

Ge
Review №53

Quick and very friendly service, simple and tasty empanadas, relatively quiet outdoor seating. Will be back!

ed
Review №54

Fine location for delicious cafe food. The service was very kind and attentive. The bill was appropriate.

Ke
Review №55

Just had coffee and it was good. Asked for a cortado. They hadnt heard of it but were happy to try. Turned out good for a first attempt.

Ca
Review №56

The latte was the perfect temperature, and the foam was smooth and consistent. Rich espresso taste. Many vegetarian options here, I got the spinach and cheese empanada, and it was great. Texture just crisp enough on the outside and soft on the inside, mostly thin. Perfect. Spinach and cheese not salty which is good because its so common to get it that way. Very fresh tasting. Everyone was extremely friendly, lots of parking available.

so
Review №57

Empanadas and coffee on the go

IR
Review №58

Overpriced. Not that tasty.

Re
Review №59

Cafe food and the setting here is better than most. Great hospitality. Prices that are reasonable.

Sa
Review №60

Cafe food, mmm, so delicious. It was so tasty. Ill return with my friends. This place has an awesome atmosphere.

Za
Review №61

Empanadas are a family hit! We order ahead of time and hit the road as they are easily a one handed tasty breakfast on the go. They also offer many other choices and great offering as any coffee shop

H
Review №62

Theyve got really delicious empanadas of a wide variety and lots of drinks like coffee and hot coco. The service is always great and everyone working is very friendly. Theres a comfortable vibe and the wait isnt usually any more than 15 minutes at worst.

We
Review №63

Best drink in town at the moment and an amazing breakfast! Well deserved positive rating for you guys!!! Kudos!!

Lo
Review №64

With out big E, my family will be sad. Good food and service.

Pa
Review №65

Although the ambience is like a coffee and donut shop, the service is friendly and most importantly the food is terrific.Im used to disappointment with empenadas, and it usually starts with the crust. Too hard and you have a mess in your hands, too soft and you just have an expensive burrito. Too strongly flavored and the filling doesnt matter, too wimpy and it just detracts.Here the crust was excellent. It kept its shape and a little crunchiness, but didnt explode when bitten. It added flavor to the filling without overpowering it. Really excellent.And my vanilla latte was also very well done. Enough so to taste the vanilla but not so much that I tasted the syrup. And the base coffee was quiet nice, too.

Do
Review №66

Why we have tried almost every location but the one closest to our house is beyond me, but we finally gave it a shot! The place was half full around 10 AM on a Friday but the service was incredibly fast. I tried the cinnamon roll french toast which just tasted like basic french toast but the serving size was...

Jo
Review №67

Had a White Mocha this morning, it was, IMHO, perfect! Not too sweet, coffee was very smooth! Service was friendly. It was just a bit warm for me (the store) but likely most folks will enjoy that!

Ke
Review №68

A fav location for quality Cafe food. super delicious. i had a cousin come into town and asked me to take him back here. the prices are good for what you get. food is like a restaurant in jacksonville i loved.

Ni
Review №69

Great online ordering, awesome service. Decent empanadas :) theyre a favorite in the workplace and perfect for team meetings, breakfasts and lunches!!

Br
Review №70

A preferred spot for tasty cafe food. Food was so tasty. They have so many great reviews for a reason.

W
Review №71

I always came here before school started at branham high. they serve delicious warm food and their drinks are nothing to sneeze at either! the staff are always very welcoming and sweet, no matter what hour!

By
Review №72

Always great service and delicious empanadas.

Ri
Review №73

Super friendly workers, the empanadas are utterly fantastic, drinks are very good as well. If you are in the area you really need to give your pallet an utter delight. And if your far away...its worth the travel, it would be awesome if they had more locations

Je
Review №74

One of my preferred places for delicious cafe food. this location is one of my favorites. i will be back with my coworkers.

Tr
Review №75

Hands down the best breakfast food around and by breakfast food I mean empanadas, and their coffee specifically the Keith Richards is the best coffee drink Ive ever had I highly highly highly recommend you go here. The owner operator and staff are all very nice helpful friendly people. Now go get your empanadas and your coffee!

Ch
Review №76

Cafe food and service here is quality. got there near seven, it wasnt very crowded. the service here is friendly.

Er
Review №77

I go mostly for breakfast, but they heat the empanadas perfectly, and the portions are generous.

Ar
Review №78

Been coming here for over 3 years. Consistently great quality empanadas and coffee. Exceptional service that makes you feel welcome every time. I hope this place never goes away, it is worth a drive!

do
Review №79

Small cafe but amazing! Its all about the Empanadas!! Anyone you get its amazing the Philly cheese steak was full of flavor!

Sa
Review №80

The best coffee, the best staff, the best empanadas, the best people!

Fr
Review №81

Tring breakfast empanadas was a new experience for me even though Ive tried about every ethnic place there is. It was tasty and the coffee was good too. The place seemed to be well liked by the patrons who seemed to be regulars.

Mi
Review №82

Great coffee-- both drip and espresso drinks. Had two different kinds of breakfast empanadas, both excellent. Very friendly and helpful staff.

Co
Review №83

Fantastic little cafe with honestly the best empanadas in the Bay.

Mo
Review №84

The best empanadas. Great lattes. Nice owner.p.s. I love this place but think a bunch of these reviews are fake. When you see review after review that look too similar, it reduces the legitimacy of the actual good reviews.

Ty
Review №85

Great coffee, great empanadas, great owner and great staff. Local shop, local vibe, local clientele. Long time customer and never disappointed.

Da
Review №86

Espresso based drinks are made with real baristas (not using automatic machines). Foam is always like velvet! No need for whip cream with foam like this! Empanadas are awesome! Try the Apple or the Pizza...our the Mediterranean....also, Peach is awesome when available!

Na
Review №87

Empanadas were pretty good. Service was great. Come early for they run out of a few flavors

Ed
Review №88

This is my go to place for great coffee. Love the cappuccino and lattes. When Ive been to the Starbucks next door I am always disappointed. Starbucks lattes are like drinking warm milk, can never taste the shot they supposedly add. BigEs is the real deal if you enjoy a real coffee drink. Empanadas are great too. Staff and owner Ernie are top notch!

Em
Review №89

Hole-in-the-wall with delicious breakfast and dessert empanadas! Very partial to any of their savory ones, there is not a single one that I dislike. Big E is a great place to grab coffee and some light breakfast with a friend in the morning.

Wi
Review №90

Pretty good selection of empanadas except every time Ive gone somethings been pretty much sold out and there was a little selection left. I think they get a good selection you have to go in the morning before everybody else except there and even thats a crapshoot either way great food would recommend.

El
Review №91

I love Big E Cafe. It’s my neighborhood coffee shop in Cambrian Park. They make amazing empanadas and a great cappuccino. All the empanadas are tasty but my personal favorite are breakfast w/ sausage or the spinach empanadas. It’s also great option for takeout, if you want to treat your co-workers for a breakfast and my team loves when I bring them this for breakfast!

Ni
Review №92

Delicious hand crafted Peruvian style empenadas and strong coffee to boot!! Always a friendly face behind the counter (usually E himself) and plenty of regulars that have been coming for years so you know they are doing something right..

Lu
Review №93

Yummy and fresh empanadas! Awesome empanadas!! Customer service was also excellent, fast and friendly. The empanadas were warm and delicious! Be sure to have a napkin or two because mess is inevitable!

An
Review №94

This place has great food and great coffee and the staff are all super nice this is a top-notch place for breakfast for lunch and dinner

He
Review №95

Fresh, warm tasty empanadas and a wide variety of hot beverages including coffee, hot chocolate, and cider. Everything was delicious.

Ro
Review №96

Its a nice neighborhood cafe to walk to. Some of the baristas are pretty good resulting a good cappuccino experience! Some of the sweet empanadas are too sweet but others are just perfect. Amongst the vegetarian savory empanadas the Mediterranean one is pretty good and so is the potato one.

ju
Review №97

Great food, wish I could eat more then one, my wife said only one, Rrrrrr. 😁

Je
Review №98

Love the empanadas. Great service and great food!

da
Review №99

Good food . Tea awesome

Ju
Review №100

Ok location for tasty Cafe food. Service treated us so nice. Bring your hunger - portions are large. Menu is like a cafe in Boston I loved.

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  • Address:1683 Branham Ln, San Jose, CA 95118, United States
  • Site:http://mybige.com/
  • Phone:+1 408-978-9040
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Argentinian restaurant
  • Bistro
  • Cafe
  • Espresso bar
  • Latin American restaurant
  • Peruvian restaurant
  • Restaurant
  • South American restaurant
Working hours
  • Monday:6AM–2PM
  • Tuesday:6AM–2PM
  • Wednesday:6AM–2PM
  • Thursday:6AM–2PM
  • Friday:7AM–2PM
  • Saturday:7AM–2PM
  • Sunday:6AM–2PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:No
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Prepared foods:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Catering:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • Family-friendly:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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