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Panama Bay Coffee
289 Mare Island Way, Vallejo, CA 94590, United States
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Panama Bay Coffee
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Ha
Review №1

Great set up in a warm, cozy building...beautiful view of the marina you can see from all the windows or from any of the outdoor seating. The savory food is delicious, filling, and affordable and the pastries are more than satisfying for any sweet tooth...love the atmosphere here...and conveniently next to the ferry boarding. One of my favorite morning spots in the Vallejo locale.

Me
Review №2

Very nice people good servicei like to go back and i like the placeAt water front i can walk every time there

Cu
Review №3

Nice place to grab a bite to eat while waiting on the ferry.

Ne
Review №4

Lovely place and delicious coffees ☕️🍂

Bh
Review №5

Smiling staff, hot, delicious food, and savory coffee welcome you in Panama bay. Takeout only for COVID.Check hours before you go in, as they mightve changed and might close at noon on some day.

Re
Review №6

After the ferry ride a nice place for cofee

An
Review №7

Top spot for a stop

Me
Review №8

Great and convenient place to grab a muffin, hot coffee or latte while waiting for the fairy. Very clean, very nice staff! *PERK near the register they have a take a book/leave a book...book shelf. Very nice! Public restrooms are clean. Outside the restrooms you can find lots of FREE maps, local brochures and magazines. Chai Latte ♡

El
Review №9

Very nice experience trip on the ferry

Ca
Review №10

Good service and coffee. Not a real big selection of food, but it is conveniently located in the ferry building

As
Review №11

All pastries baked in house daily. All organic coffee and teas

P
Review №12

Currently closed I assume due to pandemic.

We
Review №13

Nice coffee shop by the ferry. It opens at 5 on the weekdays so you can grab a cup of coffee if you arrive a little before your ferry departs. You can also study at the tables here. There is WiFi. I dont remember the outlet situation however. Windows are nice to see the sunrise.

Ly
Review №14

My family loves going to the Vallejo Marina and taking our dog Godzilla for his 3 to 5 miles walks everyday. My daughter enjoys riding her bike 🚴 and so do I. After that my daughter and my hubby have their own little ritual or thing they like to do which is go sit in Panama Bay Cafe and she has her favorite cookie with milk 🍪🍶.

Am
Review №15

The coffee and tea is good. The atmosphere is nice. I like the book library shelf. Folks donate books, borrow and return them. Its on the honor system, so likely some dont make it back, but its nice to have more to read than just magazines or a newspaper... Coffee prices are reasonable and the waterfront is a nice place for a walk... I do wish theyd provide stevia as a sweetener option, but since many places dont, I usually keep packets with me. No complaints though. Its a nice place.

ni
Review №16

Solid spot to grab a coffee when youre cruising the waterfront or waiting for the ferry. Its always clean and the staff are friendly. They always have a good assortment of pastries.

Du
Review №17

Great location and views! Huge windows. Right on the water. Convenient to the ferry. Excellent coffee and service and great prices. My new favorite coffee house.

C.
Review №18

On the waterfront with lots of windows to look out of. Always a chess game in progress. A book pick-up/drop-off shelf. Doesnt feel like workers are driven to exhaustion. Convenient, relaxing, and tasty/efficient.

Fr
Review №19

Cool coffee just outside the boat terminal, they have good prices, the customer service is good and very quick, the quality of food and drinks is fine. The view in the tables outside the door its very good looking to the ocean and the boats.

La
Review №20

Nice place to stop off and have a piece of lemon loaf if you arrive a little early or if you miss your ferry. Very welcoming atmosphere. The staff are very kind and helpful. Would come here again.

De
Review №21

Its a nice place to have coffee/tea and grab a bite to eat. Great view of Mare Island. Their loose tea is amazing...They wont take any cash over a 20 dollar bill.

Ji
Review №22

AMAZING... simply amazing... I will for sure be back there again. This is a gem that I had no idea existed but Im sure glad I do now.The club sandwich and cold slaw were deeeeelicous...If youre in Vallejo, the moment you walk in, it will just take you back to walking into a cafe or deli. I love it...

Er
Review №23

Awesome place to get coffee with views. Lots of choices for eating and drinking in the morning or afternoon. Very friendly Customer service

Al
Review №24

Cool coffee shop by the ferry terminal. Tough choice between their pour over coffee and their espresso - both really worth it. Croissants and pastries fresh and tasty. Worth a stop by even if youre not heading to the ferry;

MK
Review №25

The coffee and the small cafe menu are pretty good, especially the Panama pockets which are any combination of breakfast foods sealed between two pieces of toast (like a campfire pie). Definitely try the bacon, egg and cheese pocket-- it rocks. But you cant beat the location, atmosphere and cleanliness of this coffee house.

Ta
Review №26

Employees are usually nice. There is nice atmosphere. It is heartening gateway to Vallejo or break stop in your trip transfer.

Ma
Review №27

Dark roast coffee is decent and pricey. All of the electric outlets are removed. Not even a courtesy charge to make an emergency call. They offered use of the house phone which was not a useful offer without my directory.

Ty
Review №28

One of the few places to get decent coffee in Vallejo. What they sorely lack in open hours, they make up for with a fair selection of food and creative espresso drinks. The people are great, and you cant beat the scenery, with huge picture windows facing the waterfront and ferry boats. Chill.

Za
Review №29

No Wall outlets to charge your Laptop or Phone. Also they run out of Chocolate croissants real quick. Guess it never crossed their mind to make more.

Mz
Review №30

Great views, great music playing overhead and customer service. Nice place to sit and get a quick bite to eat and drink while waiting for the ferry to arrive. They open early and service breakfast as well but the prices are a little high.

Ma
Review №31

We decided to try Panama Bay Coffee while waiting for the ferry. The woman who took our order treated me with the warm professionalism that I expected. She was NOT the cold, rude, uncaring person that other reviewers have commented about. The food was good and at the proper temperature. Yes, it took a few minutes but we could watch it being prepared from our table. My ham and cheese panini was delicious with warm ham and tasty cheese. My wife’s breakfast burrito was almost too hot to eat at first. She enjoyed it. I might order one next time I ride the ferry. My only negative was that my panini was not cooked evenly. The bottom side was perfect but the top side needed a little more attention. I think that Panama Bay Coffee will become our breakfast stop before riding the ferry.

Ga
Review №32

I enjoy this place. Its normally pretty full just due to its location right next to the local ferry terminal and brewery. The baristas know what theyre doing and are overall pleasant and make great coffee.

Mi
Review №33

Food is great, and the views are amazing!

Ju
Review №34

Its a coffee shop. The choice was good. The grilled cheese sandwich had some bread with the cheese - yumm!Nice light on there. Service is good and friendly.

Ro
Review №35

I hit this spot up very randomly and Ive found my mochas never taste the same like shot and chocolate pump counts change everytime. My advice taste your drink before you leave last visit I had to turn around and go back cause my drink had so much espresso it was undrinkable very gross and this is from a man that likes espresso..staff and service is fine and its in a good location right near ferry

Ju
Review №36

Its busy but its peaceful, by the water.. I enjoyed the get away!

De
Review №37

They are so personable. I go out of my way to enjoy their Carmelita. And take a book for the ferry ride from their free library.

Te
Review №38

Good coffee, nice people and really convenient if you are jumping on the Ferry in Vallejo. Their breakfast sandwiches are good too.

Sc
Review №39

I’ve eaten there pretty regularly. The other day I got a breakfast burrito that was fairy undercooked and had bits of what I thought eggshell in it. When I got to work, my tongue was bleeding and had a big gash in it. Now I’m wondering what was in the burrito.

Ap
Review №40

Love the view and a very chilled out environment. Ideal for coffee on a lazy Sunday. Wish they had more items on the menu.

Ch
Review №41

Nice, friendly staff. Good tasting coffee. I enjoyed the atmosphere. Will definitely come back again.

ta
Review №42

Good to grab a hot (or cold if thats your thing) drink while waiting for the ferry, or just hanging out by the waterfront. Quality coffee and great selection of teas.

J
Review №43

Love this place! Great customer service. Wonderful breakfast bites and chai with almond milk!

Su
Review №44

Great local place to sit and relax, have coffee with friends and enjoy the view. Prices are a little high, but I have to assume they match the rent. I do miss the music provided by previous management though. It set a tropical type of atmosphere.

Wi
Review №45

Good coffee and service. It is a great pick me up in the mornings, waiting for the ferry. They are constantly having issues with their card reader. Id bring cash.

Da
Review №46

Tasty coffee, gluten free breakfast and pastries available!

As
Review №47

I love this place. Ive been coming here for years, so they know my drink when I walk in. The prices are a little high, but the staff are kind and friendly, and theyve dealt with an ongoing homeless issue, so theyve brought back some comfy chairs after years. It can get extremely busy when ferry patrons come in, but otherwise always seats available. A quality local establishment.Update July 2017: in a continued effort to manage the local homeless issue, the management has blocked/turned off all access to power outlets, meaning you cant charge cell phones or computers here. Its still a good place to work for a while as it still has free Wi-Fi, just make sure all your gear is fully charged before you come.Update November 2017: Theyve repainted the place in bright white and blue, and it looks great! Nice and airy and open, and it feels like it blends into the water now. I cant wait to see it when the renovation is complete.

Da
Review №48

Had a breakfast burrito with my wife and coffee. Great.

El
Review №49

This place has great scones. The atmosphere is welcoming

An
Review №50

Awesome coffee, helpful service, and a great atmosphere. Great people watching of the Vallejo ferry and the waterfront walkers/joggers.

Ma
Review №51

Great people and great coffee. New renovation is nice, I wish we could go upstairs.

Ro
Review №52

I love this place carmelita coffee is so good

Na
Review №53

Im fairly new to the Bay Area and so far this is the best coffee I have had out here. Nice location by the water too.

El
Review №54

My friend and I have been patronizing your coffee shop for 8 years, 2-3 times a week. We also have told many people about your coffee shop. There have been a few changes, but nothing to keep us from having a nice relaxing time....until yesterday. One of the ladies that was working told me that I use too much half & half and that I would have to be charged for it. I was stunned!!!! I have never heard anything that idiotic...and to treat a faithful customer that way wasnt what I call good business. So, everyone....beware that you dont use too much half & half or you will get charged for it!!!!!! My friend and I are considering patronizing another coffee shop due to this announcement.

Fa
Review №55

I like this place but is a little expensive.Staff is accommodating. No plugins to charge your phone and other devises.. I thought they had free WiFi, but I guess not. Good coffee and other snacks wraps, cookies, breads, breakfast items, etc.

Ma
Review №56

The customer service here is absolutely abysmal.Who lets people work for them who look like they just popped out of a cartoon? Apparently this place does. The guy looks and acts like he could give a damn.

Ka
Review №57

Hottest coffee ever! Nice place to sit and read.

Je
Review №58

Very nice place with nice views by the water.

Be
Review №59

I’ve been here a couple of times. Staff is usually helpful. This morning both the barista and the cashier were rude and condescending.Even after my issue with the cashier I still tipped and then faced the barista and wished I could take my tip back. To top it all off my order was wrong. So yay me, thank you Panama Bay Coffee for a bad start to my Saturday morning.

Jo
Review №60

Friendly people with great coffee and also great bites to eat.

Ge
Review №61

I used to go there frequently, but prices now are too expensive for the basic quality of service and the available coffee or food. Probably the rent is expensive or they have found out that they can survive with the sporadic customers that come around, waiting for the ferry. But it is no more the place for the locals.

Ol
Review №62

Panama Bay🌴🤗 is a nice place to get an aroma coffee and enjoy beautiful view . If u used to to wait in a line-forget about this, cuz guys work fast and try to save your time;)

So
Review №63

Good coffee, friendly staff, free wifi

Da
Review №64

Wonderful service, great coffee and pastries. So peaceful and nice on the patio, and clean!!!

Am
Review №65

Not really impressed with the flavor of anything. Ordered a chai latte. It tastes like watered-down milk.

ja
Review №66

Goid coffee, good atmosphere and its on the Napa river

Ma
Review №67

A great local cafe with great views of our beautiful Vallejo waterfront and warm atmosphere.

Ro
Review №68

Great place to socialize enjoying a great cup of coffee.

Ma
Review №69

Great location and awesome coffee.

Li
Review №70

Fun staff! Yummy drinks and food!

Mi
Review №71

Excellent ambiance and service

Cl
Review №72

Perfect place to watch people and wait for the ferry.

Ci
Review №73

Their baristas know what theyre doing.

Ju
Review №74

Great place to have meet someone and have a nice view

Le
Review №75

Good place to relax and grab a small bite.

Rh
Review №76

Nice stop for coffee on a 25 mile bike ride

En
Review №77

Good coffee, nice place, employees are very friendly.

Ja
Review №78

Great coffee and friendly staff.

Ci
Review №79

Very nice place to have some tea while you wait for the ferry. The staff is friendly and the cage is clean.

An
Review №80

Great view, great drinks!

Jo
Review №81

Decent offerings. Excellent place for waiting for the Ferry. It is also conveniently located to a number of Pokestops that spawn Magikarp, Poliwag, SlowPoke, Voltorb, Goldeens and Magnemites

Ge
Review №82

Great coffe . nice atmosphere.

So
Review №83

Cute local spot to visit while waiting for the ferry. Can get pretty crowded as the ferry departure times get closer.

da
Review №84

Awesome service and ppl

Sh
Review №85

Always friendly staff and awesome coffee...

Ja
Review №86

The coffee is passable and the environment is so-so.

Ji
Review №87

Getting done coffee and pastry before our ferry trip to SF

me
Review №88

Great service, great coffee. Mm banana bread, egg & cheese croissants, carmel coffee

TA
Review №89

They have uncooked spaghetti for stir sticks.

Ha
Review №90

Service is always outstanding with Kelly and her associates

ji
Review №91

Great place to wait for the ferry

We
Review №92

Good place to relax and people watch

Jo
Review №93

Good place to wait for the ferry!

Am
Review №94

Espresso machine is broken but they have everything else.

Ra
Review №95

Great customer service

Gu
Review №96

Nice place and open very early!

Br
Review №97

Very pleasant and free WiFi

Er
Review №98

Excellent location for sightseeing and eating

Er
Review №99

Nice tasting coffee.

Em
Review №100

The staff is very friendly!

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  • Address:289 Mare Island Way, Vallejo, CA 94590, United States
  • Site:http://panamabay.com/
  • Phone:+1 707-554-2100
Categories
  • Coffee shop
Working hours
  • Monday:5AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:5AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:5AM–6PM
  • Thursday:5AM–6PM
  • Friday:7AM–5PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:5AM–5PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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