Dulzura Café

Excellent Cuban pastries! Guava cheese pastry was the best (better than Porto's). So happy to have found this spot in San Mateo. Out of the way in a strip mall near a neighborhood so you need to drive (not walk in Downtown San Mateo). Good coffee too!

Cute coffee shop in San Mateo. Plenty of parking in the lot outside but limited indoor seating. Their guava pastries are delicious and keep me coming back! We've also tried savory pastry options as well and it's always delicious. Coffee is good, nothing amazing but I enjoy it!

Came here again and am upping my review to 5 stars because the owner is such a nice guy. Even though this was only my second visit, he actually recognized me! He seemed very happy to see me again. :) This time, he showed me their lunch special, which seemed like a yummy breaded chicken cutlet on rice with a sauce and plenty of vegetables. I was tempted, but I already ate lunch for the day so I respectfully declined.I then got 2 cheese puffs, and he offered to warm them up for me, then said it was good to see me (how sweet!). When I got home and bit into a cheese puff, I was in love. Delightfully sweet with crunchy sugar crystals, but the cream cheese kept its tanginess. Really need to get this again. I keep saying I'm coming back to places in my reviews, but I'm for sure taking it a step further and becoming a regular here. The owner knows his regulars by name, which is so great to see!

Hidden neighborhood gem in a small corner strip mall near Fiesta Garden neighborhood. Good selection of pastries, breakfast bites, Cuban sandwiches. Feels like walking in a friends kitchen . Owner ( very friendly man ) says " We make everything here. Except money". He's right. The prices are so reasonable for the quality you get. Happy to support this local business. I've passed by area hundred of times and didn't know this little place exists. Today was my 1st time and I'll be surely be back . 2 thumbs up

Such a cute neighborhood cafe. I Just had a delicious beef and jalapeño empanada with carrots and potatoes. They also have great sandwiches, made to order, and variety of pastries. Highly recommend stopping by for an easy and quick lunch or snack.

I'm always on the lookout for new cafes and was happy to see this popped up on my local search. I appreciate that it's located in a low traffic area, hidden from foot traffic, a small feel local spot. I was enticed by their NICHE claim to being a Cuban cafe serving up a Cuban menu. I haven't been to Cuba nor have I been to a cafe in Cuba, but I was still amazed at their eclectic tropical offerings. From Guava to Passionfruit to Pineapple to Coconut flavors, I am impressed and eager to try more! I ordered the Guava & Cheese Toast and asked for light cream cheese and light guava spread. It was served as a sandwich with Cuban bread and the amount of cream cheese and guava was HUGE. So much that I couldn't eat it without wiping off most of it. Otherwise I loved the tasty toasted bread and the guava flavor! I also ordered a cortado with almond milk and it seemed watery? Kinda like a coffee with a splash of almond milk? I would have preferred they asked if I wanted it in a mug or not too. Otherwise, caffeine that I definitely needed! The man at the counter was lively and funny. Quick to help and converse. What really stood out though was the customers coming in who would stop and say good morning to me with a smile! This is NICHE!

Clean with lots of tables. Quiet spot. Easy parking with a lot. Tons of pastries, baked goods and extensive menu. I had the breakfast braid which was great. Picked up some empanadas. Will try the quiche next time. Super friendly and helpful staff.

I never knew this little cafe existed (and so close to me too!). We popped in late afternoon for a caffeine fix and decided to try the cortadito - espresso shots with some milk and sugar. It was a bit sweeter than expected, but it hit the spot. I haven't had a cortadito outside of Miami, and haven't yet been to Cuba, so Dulzura might be the best option for your Cuban fix. The individual working the register was very welcoming and personable. He gave us some recommendations as it was our first time there. In addition to drinks, they also have pastries and some sandwiches/salads. I even saw a salmon musubi which was a bit random. We were told to visit in the mornings as they have more options at that time.

A super sweet couple greeted me as I walked in. They proudly invited me to look at all their yummy food goods and they didn't hesitate to tell me I was welcome. They've been there 30 years! Places like this are the heart and soul of our country. These people are trying to live their dream. I bought some eclairs. Cheese cake. Beef pies and a ham and cheese with mushrooms croissant. I'd already blown my weekly calorie limit when they broke out the fresh made bread puddings ! Omg !! I will be back!! They do deli sandwiches. They have smoothies. Everything I bought was tasty as heck. I will be back. I recommend you drop by and grab some stuff before I come back and buy it all!! I recommend coming here at least weekly but I personally plan to come more often than that.

Elena Ruz, where have you been all my life? I know not what you look like, or even who you are. I only know your namesake sandwich is the best sandwich I have ever had in my life. Eating it brought me to tears of joy, seriously, it is that good. Yes, it sounds strange to slather roast turkey, actual turkey not lunch meat, with cream cheese and guava jam, but it works and it is so-o-o-o-o good. It does take some time, as they don't start making it until you order it. (Well, they probably do roast the turkey ahead of time, but, you know, it's not sitting there making the bread soggy.) I have had it twice now and it has been fantastic each time. I'm adding it to my lifetime favorites list.I have to travel from San Francisco to Hayward Park, San Mateo, to eat this sandwich and it is so worth the trip to do so.I imagine I'll get around to trying some of their other combinations eventually, but it's hard to do so with this temptress still on the menu.Friendly service. A few tables inside. A few tables out.