Cafe Rosalena
1077 The Alameda, San Jose
(408) 287-2400
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Miserable exchange with the owner the second I stepped through the door. I felt singled out and hassled as if I was not welcome. I am ANGRY.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Big, delicious chorizo burrito. Orange sauce is very nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’m not one to write reviews too often but the service here alone deserved a 5+++ star review. From the moment we walked in (David I think) was so so attentive. When he learned it was our first time he took the time to ensure we knew about the entire menu. He then offered us a sample of their freshly squeezed orange juice (10/10 btw). He also gifted us two cookies! Just a very impressionable and kind individual.
The women taking orders were also so so kind. You can tell these people love the environment they work in.
The burritos are huge and so so yummy. I definitely recommend giving them a try!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
To preface, I'm not a local.
Absolutely great experience. First time here abd I got the meatball sandwich. Probably the best one I've ever had, even beating out one I got at a high end casino restaurant some years back. My buddies got burritos, which were huge and they said they were delicious. Staff were cool, patient, and did well during a rush. Coffee here was also pretty good!
One of the owners was present when I was visiting and gave me a huge cookie when he heard it was first time here, despite finding out I lived out if state and likely wouldn't be back for awhile. Solid guy, sorry I didn't get your name man! You run a fine local establishment that I am more than happy to support and the food was divine. When I come back to Cali, I am definitely stopping by again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First off, I’ve loved this place for years — the food, the staff, and the overall experience have always been great. That’s why today’s visit was especially disappointing and easily the worst experience I’ve had here.
I ordered my usual chorizo burrito, cut in half so my wife and I can share it. When my name was called, Liz handed me the burrito in a rushed and dismissive manner, almost throwing it at me, and immediately turned away before I even had a chance to say thank you. There was no line at the time, which made the interaction feel unnecessarily abrupt and unwelcoming.
I brushed it off and went to sit down, but then noticed the burrito hadn’t been cut in half as requested. When I went back to ask if it could be cut, Liz insisted that I never asked for it and stated she “knew” I didn’t. I calmly explained that I order the same thing every time and was confident I had requested it, but she proceeded to tell the rest of the staff not to cut it because, according to her, I “didn’t ask.” One staff member was about to help, but Liz stopped them and told them not to.
At that point, I felt publicly challenged and made out to be a liar over a very small and easily fixable request. To avoid further confrontation, I decided to cut it myself.
This experience was extremely disappointing, especially given how consistently positive my past visits have been. I hope the team considers retraining around customer service and communication, particularly when the request is minor and could have been resolved quickly. After this experience, I’m honestly not sure if I would return, which is unfortunate given how much I’ve enjoyed this place over the years.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Just left this restaurant...I ordered the Chorriza burrito and let me tell you...YOU DEFINITELY GET your money's worth...ABSOLUTELY great tasting all the way to the end...If you're ever in the area and looking for GREAT foodf.make this an Absolute stop...GREAT job Rosalena..KEEP GOING...YOU GOT THIS!!!!
I Love that this café was open at 6am. Just coming off an overnight shift, you are eager to get some food in you and at times, a delicious mimosa. It hit every mark. Nice ambiance. Cheery Christmas music. Friendly staff. I ordered the bacon breakfast burrito. It was huge! So delicious! The orange sauce came with the order and it was so flavorful. The mimosa was mix with their fresh orange juice. Delicious! I would have ordered a second one if I didn't have to go. Highly recommend! Come try them out if you are near by or coming off a grave. Delicious and right on the money! Thank you! 🥰❤️🫶
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve been eating these worid class burritos for 30 years! IYKYK!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chorizo Breakfast Burritos, Bacon Burrito, Sausage, Veggie Burrito, Bacon Breakfast Burrito
I had to wait 20 minutes for my burrito and there were only 5 people ahead of me in line. The burrito was very big but lacked flavor.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
The breakfast burrito is top tier. You gotta get the orange salsa with it!
Also their freshly squeezed OJ was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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While the breakfast burritos are indeed legendary, try the cheesesteak, best in the South Bay!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I LOVE this place!! The food is delicious, the people are so kind and nice, and they play awesome Christian music which adds to the atmosphere being so calming and joyful!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This establishment is just THE BEST. Our favorite breakfast burrito place hands down. Roselena’s is always consistent and the orange sauce is what’s up!!
This morning I was pleasantly surprised when I walked in and they were playing Worship music! It was so relaxing and so beautiful and I hope that it’s always playing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best breakfast burrito around
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
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