Zata

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Natasha Jacobs

A few months ago, I visited Taza and a young girl made me a latte and served my toasted cinnamon raisin bagel (which was toasted to perfection). I was really pleased because she was cheerful and really patient while I spent several minutes deciding what I wanted to order. This made me really like coming to Taza; however, a few days ago, I visited Taza and I was greeted by a man I believe named John who rushed the customers in front of me to quickly place their order. When it was my turn, I approached him and ordered another latte and cinnamon raisin bagel. I requested it toasted again, expecting it to be just like it was last time. After I placed my order, John knew the people behind me and spent several minutes conversing with them as they placed their order. It took about 10 minutes for him to finally start making my order. When it was finally ready, I was very disappointed. The latte was watered down and the bagel was half black. John was supposed to serve me cream cheese and when I asked him, he was rude by saying that hed have to charge me for something I already paid for. No more Taza for me.

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Brian Campbell

I went in and a man named John made my latte about a couple of months ago. His was the rudest person I have ever met. I asked him what was his favorite and all he could do was give me a, "If you dont know what you like than why are you in here?" Reply. He seemed like he had never worked in customer service before in his life!!! When I started asking about the chocolates, he rolled his eyes. Obviously my business isnt enough for him. I dont know if its because I wasnt dressed in my normal attire or what, but he treated me like I was a lowlife. About a month later I went in with my wife. I warned her about how bad the service was, but she wanted to see for herself. But when we arrived, there was a young lady behind the counter. She seemed very eager to please and answer all of our questions about the pastries and chocolates. IF I WERE YOU, I WOULD CHECK TO SEE WHO IS WORKING WHEN YOU COME IN THE DOOR, IF ITS A MAN, THEN TURN AROUND AND RUN!!!!!!

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Josh Lamm

An open, spacious environment, but instead of feeling agorophobic, theres a sense of coziness to this place. I came for an early lunch. Feeling indecisive, the which the workers were quick to chip in on what their favorite menu item was. Im glad I took their advice because the brat was delicious (and not to mention, about the cheapest thing on their menu). In addition to lunch foods, theres also a full breakfast menu, plenty of pastries (including homemade doughnuts), and a good 8 craft beers on tap! Its quiet enough that I feel like I could work on stuff all day in here. If I were still a student, I would definitely make this my place to come and study when campus life gets too distracting. Just from glancing around, it seems like enough tables are near electric outlets, so its perfect for bringing your laptop out.

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Sara Farnor

I had a fabulous time here. A friend of my has been telling me about this coffee shop for so long and she finally took me. The atmosphere is pleasant and calming and almost quaint. We walk up to the counter while I am appreciating the room and we are greeted by The-Man-Behind-The-Counter (I wish I got his name). He did not rush us at all and he even gave us several samples of the ice cream even though he knew that we would not buy any. My friend and I both ordered plain coffee and he was very friendly and willing to have a conversation with us. Once we got out coffee we headed over to the table facing the big window and we stayed talking for about 3 hours because neither of us wanted to leave.

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Larissa Dobransky

Love love Taza! I am a coffee nut and it is by far my favorite place to go. They also have amazing egg and cheese sandwiches. My boyfriend and I get excited for the weekends so we can go. It is a Westovers Hills go-to for sure. All the workers have been great and John has been friendly and remembered my name since day one. Very friendly local place. Also, they have the best priced, fresh cold cuts I have seen. We always get our deli meats/cheese here.

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Mike S.

What a great place to just pull over and have a coffee and maybe a snack. Of course youll have trouble picking the snack. From donuts to ice cream to sandwiches. Theyve got alot of variety and everything tastes good. Im a big coffee drinker and the todays they have are delicious. My favorite thing about Zara is theres plenty of space to move around. Comfortableness places to sit and take that needed break. Awesome place !

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Brooke Saunders

Cafe Zata is the best coffee shop in Central VA, few come close. The place is large and sunny with a very high ceiling and small mezzanine. The coffee and food are great, craft beers, live music on a regular basis, nice staff, super family friendly with lots of room for strollers and toddlers, and good parking. Again, excellent coffee, not all coffee shops have good dark roast. Brooke Saunders

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Cindy Cunningham

I love to write there, eat there, drink coffee and tea there, and just hang out there. The staff is PHENOMENALLY kind and diligent and the food is delicious. I love any of the egg and cheese sandwiches/quesadilla, The Jahnke (grilled cheese for grown ups), and the black bean burger. Oh...and every pastry or donut. Best atmosphere I have found for writing.

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Patricia Bradby

Nice tea selection from Carytown Teas. Get the Patricia blend. The breakfast sandwiches leave a little to be desired. I just wish they melted the cheese all the way. The seating here is nice and spread out, so it makes for a great place to get work done or hold your smaller meetings. Look out for the sign because its not easily noticed from the road.

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Mary Powers

Real food, the burgers are made from real ground beef, they are not frozen patties. The bacon cheese fries are awesome, very tasty, can be served with a side of sour cream if so desired. I have not found another small business that has the quality of food the I have found here. Will drive the 30 or so miles from Lanexa, VA to get their food any day.

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Marshall Shelton

Ive been going here for about a year on the way to work some mornings, theyve always been friendly and Im in and out in no time. I prefer these guys 10 to 1 over the other coffee shop down Forest Hill. Happy to see that they are moving into a larger space downstairs and are going to have a small produce market added to it.

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Berkeley Goodloe

Great little local coffee shop south of the James. Good sandwiches. This looks like a great spot to work remotely, with plenty of outlets for plugging in a laptop and phone. Dinging this one star because the iced coffee I ordered wasnt tasty, no matter how much I doctored it. The coffee tasted like it had been burnt.

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Christina Campbell

The greatest place for coffee, breakfast, lunch, fresh donuts, work meetings, studying, and I can go on forever. I have come here to do work, to relax, when I am in a rush and Everytime the experience is absolutely wonderful. They also go to the Forest Hill Farmers market every Saturday

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