# iJava Cafe — full content for LLM crawlers

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## Quick answers

- **Q: What is iJava Cafe?** A: A Muslim-owned, family-operated café and all-day brunch restaurant in San Jose, California, serving 100% Zabiha halal food and specialty coffee since 2011.
- **Q: Is iJava Cafe halal?** A: Yes — every protein is 100% Zabiha halal, sourced from certified suppliers. Cooking equipment is dedicated and color-coded; halal and non-halal proteins never share surfaces.
- **Q: Where is iJava Cafe located?** A: Two San Jose locations: (1) Delmas — 387 Delmas Ave, San Jose, CA 95126; (2) Almaden / Willow Glen Plaza — 2306 Almaden Rd #150, San Jose, CA 95125. A small kiosk also operates inside the Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose.
- **Q: What are iJava Cafe's hours?** A: Delmas is open every day 6:30am–2:00pm. Almaden is open every day 8:00am–2:00pm.
- **Q: Does iJava Cafe deliver?** A: Yes — direct ordering via Toast (lower fees) or via DoorDash, Uber Eats, and GrubHub. Catering offers free San Jose delivery on orders $500 and over.
- **Q: How do I order online from iJava?** A: Direct order links — Delmas https://order.toasttab.com/online/ijava-cafe-delmas · Almaden https://order.toasttab.com/online/ijava-cafe-almaden-2306-almaden-road-150
- **Q: How do I book catering?** A: Use the form at https://ijavacafe.com/catering or call (415) 374-3059. 24-hour notice required for orders under $500. 48-hour notice required for $500 and over.
- **Q: Is iJava Cafe laptop-friendly?** A: Yes — free Wi-Fi (no password during business hours), outlets available, comfortable seating. Delmas opens at 6:30am for early starters; Almaden offers free plaza parking.
- **Q: Is iJava Cafe vegan-friendly?** A: Yes — multiple vegan and vegetarian items across breakfast, brunch, and lunch (vegan bowl, falafel wrap, plant-milk lattes, smoothies, etc.).
- **Q: Does iJava have a coffee subscription?** A: Yes — the iJava Coffee Club is $20/month for one free drip coffee every weekday (Monday–Friday) at the Willow Glen location. Sign up at https://ijavacafe.com/coffee-club. You get a QR member card by email. Cancel anytime.
- **Q: Which location accepts Coffee Club?** A: iJava Willow Glen only (2306 Almaden Rd #150, San Jose). Delmas does not honor Coffee Club redemptions yet.
- **Q: Can I book iJava for a private event?** A: Yes. The 3,000 sq ft Willow Glen space holds up to 117 guests and is available daily after 3pm with a 4-hour minimum. Check a date and submit a request at https://ijavacafe.com/events. A request is not a confirmed reservation.
- **Q: Is iJava friendly for moms with babies?** A: Yes. Willow Glen has room for strollers, free plaza parking, and a restroom changing table. Mama Mondays are a weekly welcome, not a discount or membership.
- **Q: What is the Before 9 breakfast?** A: Three $9.99 dine-in breakfast choices at Willow Glen from 8 to 9am on weekdays. Kids under 9 eat free with a qualifying adult meal, up to two free kids meals per adult meal. No substitutions.

## About

iJava Cafe is a Muslim-owned, family-operated café and all-day brunch restaurant in San Jose, California. Founded in 2011 in a historic building in the Delmas Park neighborhood adjacent to Downtown San Jose. The brand is described as a warm, inviting third place for visitors and locals who want fresh, healthy casual dining.

The entire menu is 100% Zabiha halal. Every protein comes from certified suppliers. Cutting boards, fryers, and prep stations are color-coded and dedicated — halal and non-halal proteins never share equipment.

## Locations

### Delmas (Delmas Park / Downtown San Jose)
- Address: 387 Delmas Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
- Phone: (408) 753-9732
- Email: info@ijavacafe.com
- Hours: Open every day, 6:30am – 2:00pm.
- Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, outlets, outdoor patio, dog-friendly inside, wheelchair accessible.
- Parking: Limited street parking; nearby paid lots.
- Direct order: https://order.toasttab.com/online/ijava-cafe-delmas

### Almaden (Willow Glen Plaza)
- Address: 2306 Almaden Rd #150, San Jose, CA 95125
- Phone: (408) 979-0251
- Email: info@ijavacafe.com
- Hours: Open every day, 8:00am – 2:00pm.
- Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, outlets, free abundant plaza parking, daylight-bright dining room.
- Direct order: https://order.toasttab.com/online/ijava-cafe-almaden-2306-almaden-road-150

### Children's Discovery Museum kiosk
- Inside the Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose (180 Woz Way).
- Reduced kiosk menu. Hours follow the museum's operating schedule.

## Catering

Halal-friendly catering for offices, weddings, and team days. Breakfast spreads, lunch and dinner platters, coffee bars, à la carte add-ons.

- Catering line: (415) 374-3059
- Email: info@ijavacafe.com
- Inquiry form: https://ijavacafe.com/catering
- Policy: 24-hour notice for orders under $500. 48-hour notice for orders $500 and over. Free delivery in San Jose on orders $500 and over.
- Service area: San Jose and surrounding Bay Area cities (Willow Glen, Santa Clara, Campbell, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, South Bay).
- We accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free dietary preferences.

## Private events

The private event space is at iJava Willow Glen, 2306 Almaden Rd #150, San Jose, CA 95125.

- Size and capacity: approximately 3,000 square feet, up to 117 guests including vendors and staff.
- Hours: available daily after 3pm with a 4-hour minimum. Setup and cleanup count toward the booked time.
- Included spaces and amenities: dining room, front counter, covered patio, flexible tables and seating, built-in sound, high-speed Wi-Fi, climate control, ADA-accessible entrance and restrooms, free plaza parking, and Tesla Superchargers.
- Flexible setup: the counter can serve as check-in, a buffet, coffee station, dessert bar, or presentation space. The dining room can become a classroom, banquet hall, meeting room, or social venue.
- Uses: corporate meetings, networking events, workshops, team offsites, birthdays, baby showers, graduation parties, rehearsal dinners, nonprofit fundraisers, community events, pop-up markets, photo shoots, video productions, podcast recordings, and content creation.
- Catering: on-site catering is available. Outside catering needs prior approval.
- Rules: no smoking, vaping, or tobacco inside or near entrances. Children need adult supervision. No nails, screws, staples, glitter, or confetti. Open flames, candles, fireworks, and fog machines need prior approval. Keep music reasonable for neighboring businesses. Use the provided trash bins, leave the space in good condition, and return furniture to its original layout. Guests are responsible for damage.
- Pricing: not published on the website.
- Booking: use the live date calendar and request form at https://ijavacafe.com/events, call (415) 374-3059, or email info@ijavacafe.com. The events team replies within one business day. Submission does not confirm a reservation.

## Mama Friendly

The Mama Friendly experience is at Willow Glen. The cafe has room for strollers, free abundant parking, and a clean restroom with a changing table. Guests are welcome to settle in with babies and stay for brunch. Mama Mondays are a weekly welcome for moms and babies, not a discount or membership. Details: https://ijavacafe.com/mamas.

## Current website offers

### Before 9

- Location: Willow Glen only.
- Advertised offer time: weekdays from 8 to 9am, dine in only.
- Adult meals: Tostada Plate, Breakfast Plate, or Light Breakfast, each $9.99.
- Kids: children under 9 eat free with a qualifying Before 9 adult breakfast, up to two complimentary kids breakfasts per adult meal.
- Restrictions: no substitutions. Additional items and sides use the regular menu.
- Timing note: the page says the special menu items remain available until 9:45am, but it does not confirm that the $9.99 price continues after 9am. Call Willow Glen at (408) 979-0251 to confirm pricing after 9am.

### First visit coffee

The work-friendly page offers a new guest's first coffee free when they order any breakfast item and mention the page at the counter. The page is for Willow Glen.

## Coffee program

The coffee equipment campaign is for Willow Glen. It describes a Victoria Arduino Black Eagle Maverick espresso machine and four Nuova Simonelli Mythos GX grinders: two for espresso, one for pour-over, and one for decaf. The grinders weigh each espresso dose in real time to 18 grams. Current drinks and prices are in the location menu.

## Fully Loaded Burrito

The Fully Loaded Burrito has been served since iJava opened in 2011 and is available at both main locations every day. It contains halal beef bacon, scrambled egg, cheddar jack, house salsa, breakfast potato, spinach, avocado, and chipotle sour cream in a spinach tortilla. Check the current menu for its price.

## Careers

iJava accepts applications at https://ijavacafe.com/careers for full-time and part-time work at Downtown San Jose, Willow Glen, the Children's Discovery Museum, and Rizq Halal Eats at MCA Santa Clara. The site lists current roles and pay ranges. Listed benefits include competitive pay, a daily meal allowance and discount, a casual work environment, and cross-training opportunities. Applicants who look like a fit generally hear back within about a week.

## Halal commitment

- 100% Zabiha halal across the entire menu.
- Grass-fed halal beef. Cage-free halal chicken.
- Dedicated, color-coded equipment so halal and non-halal proteins never share surfaces.
- Even non-meat ingredients (syrups, baked goods, sauces) are screened to be halal-compatible.
- Vegetarian and vegan options across breakfast, brunch, and lunch.

## Work-friendly policy

Open early (Delmas at 6:30am), free Wi-Fi during business hours, outlets available, real food, and an etiquette that welcomes laptops without being a co-working space. Calls are fine off-peak; headphones during the 10am–12pm weekend brunch rush.

## Ordering platform

Toast (Toasttab) is the live online ordering platform. The brand redirect ijavabistro.com points to the same Toast experience. Direct ordering is preferred over third-party delivery (DoorDash, Uber Eats, GrubHub) — lower fees, faster service, rewards on every order.

## In-house menu — full

All prices in USD. Every item is 100% Zabiha halal. (V) = vegetarian, (Ve) = vegan, (GF) = gluten-free option available, (*) = may contain raw or undercooked ingredients.

### Drinks

#### Coffee
- Dark Roast Coffee — $5
- Pour Over Coffee (light or medium roast) — $7
- Espresso Double Shot — $4
- Cappuccino — $5
- Latte — $6
- Mocha — $7
- Hot Chocolate — $6
- Mexican Mocha — $7
- Mexican Hot Chocolate — $6
- Vietnamese Iced Coffee — $7
- Cold Brew — $7
- Caramel Macchiato — $7

#### Signature drinks
- Coconut Cream Latte — $8 (signature, popular)
- Pistachio Latte — $8 (signature, popular)
- Orange Eclipse Iced Latte — $8 (signature)
- Upgrades: Oat / Coconut / Almond Milk +$1, Espresso Shot +$2, CBD +$3

#### Chai
- Spiced Chai Latte — $7
- Kashmiri Pink Chai Latte — $7
- 24-Karat Turmeric Chai Latte — $7

#### Matcha
- Matcha Green Latte — $7
- Strawberry Iced Matcha — $7
- Coconut Water Iced Matcha — $7

#### Smoothies (all $9)
- Acai Berry (Ve) — strawberry, blueberry, mango
- Kale (Ve) — mango, pineapple, spinach
- Tropical Twist (Ve, popular) — mango, pineapple, banana, strawberry, lemon zest
- Cucumber Melon (Ve) — pineapple, strawberry
- Blend Your Own (Ve) — pick three from mango, kale, blueberry, banana, strawberry, pineapple, avocado, spinach

#### Milkshakes & protein shakes (all $9)
- Vanilla Cream Milkshake, Strawberry Milkshake, Blueberry Waffle Milkshake, Mango Lassi
- Strawberry, Blueberry, Peanut Butter, Power Greens (V), Date, Coffee Buzz Protein Shakes (16g protein each)
- No-dairy option (vegan protein powder + vegan milk) +$2

#### Beverages
- Fresh Squeezed Juice (Ve) — $7
- Fresh Strawberry Lemonade (Ve) — $6
- Arnold Palmer (Ve) — $6
- Fresh Mint Lemonade (Ve) — $6
- Black Iced Tea (Ve) — $4
- Hot Tea (Ve) — $4
- Coconut Water (Ve) — $9
- Saratoga Water (Ve) — $4
- Salaam Cola / Diet Cola (Ve) — $3
- Salaam Yemonade (Ve) — $3

### Food

#### All-day egg plates
- Steak & Eggs (*) — $29 — eggs, 8oz rib eye, spinach, artichoke, toast, signature potatoes
- BBQ Brisket & Eggs (*) — $24
- Sausage & Eggs (*) — $21 — chicken jalapeño sausage or beef brisket
- Cali Scramble (*) — $20 — beef bacon, mushroom, onion, bell pepper, spinach, cheese
- Brisket Benedict (*, popular) — $25
- Crab Benedict (*) — $25
- Salmon Benedict (*, popular) — $23 — poached eggs, lox, spinach, capers, truffle hollandaise
- Beef Bacon Benedict (*) — $21
- Meat Lover Omelette (*) — $23
- Chorizo Omelette (*) — $21
- Cali Omelette (V, *) — $20 — mushroom, avocado, tomato, cheddar jack
- Chilaquiles (*) — $19

#### Hand-helds
- Fully Loaded Burrito (popular) — $18 — beef bacon, egg, cheddar jack, salsa, potato, spinach, avocado, chipotle sour cream
- Chicken Katsu Burrito — $18
- Beef Brisket Burrito — $18
- Mexicali Burrito (V) — $16
- Cali Croissant (V) — $15
- Turkey Croissant — $15
- Avocado Toast (V, *) — $15
- Lox Bagel (*, popular) — $16

#### Griddle me this (V, GF, served with whipped cream, syrup, butter)
- French Crepe — $16
- Belgian Waffle — $14
- Two Pancakes — $12
- Oatmeal — $8
- Pick three toppings: Nutella, ice cream, peanut butter, almonds, pecans, blueberry compote, cinnamon apple, blueberries, strawberries, bananas. Additional toppings +$2. Add a layer +$4.

#### Sweet & savvy
- 24-Hour French Toast (V, signature) — $17 — house-made baguette soaked overnight, vanilla bean, blueberry compote, seasonal fruit
- Swedish Pancake Stack (V) — $15
- Chicken & Waffle (popular) — $19
- Dulce de Leche Waffle (V) — $17

#### Build a bowl
- Power Scramble (popular) — $18 — chicken, egg, spinach, sweet potato, black beans, avocado, salsa fresca
- Vegan Bowl (Ve) — $14
- Protein upgrades +$3, Veggie upgrades +$2

#### Soup & salad
- Tomato Bisque (V) — $6 cup / $10 bowl
- Beet Salad (V) — $15
- Asian Chicken Salad — $15

#### Sandos (brioche bun, choice of side)
- Turkey & Swiss Baguette — $18
- Chicken Panini — $18
- Pastrami Panini — $18
- Portobello Panini (V) — $17

#### Mediterranean
- Falafel Wrap (V) — $16 wrap / $19 platter
- Chicken Wrap — $17 wrap / $20 platter
- Combo Platter — $19 — grilled chicken, beef kebab, falafel, hummus, pita, basmati rice, tahini

#### Burgers (choice of side)
- Smash — $18 — grass-fed halal beef, American cheese
- Cali Burger (*, popular) — $20 — grass-fed halal beef, avocado, sriracha aioli
- BBQ Burger (*) — $21
- Veggie Burger (V) — $17
- Upgrades: Avocado +$3, Cheese +$2, Beef bacon +$3, Double meat +$8, Egg +$3

#### Kids
- Kids Bento Box — $13 — pick three of: kids burger, chicken tenders, grilled cheese, PB&J, scrambled egg, fresh fruit, French fries, dollar pancakes. Includes a chocolate chip cookie.

#### Sides
$3–$16 across toast, baguette, bagel, Swedish pancakes, chicken jalapeño sausage, ribeye, hash browns, French fries, onion rings, chips & salsa, pita & hummus, fresh fruit, black beans, rice, signature potatoes, beef bacon, side salad, pancake, oatmeal, egg.

## Catering menu — full

All catering items are 100% Zabiha halal. Prices are per person. Section minimums apply. 24-hour notice for orders under $500. 48-hour notice for orders $500 and over. Free San Jose delivery on $500 and over.

### Breakfast spreads (per person, 15 person minimum)
Includes fresh-cut fruit platter and signature dark roast coffee or selection of Numi hot teas.
- Breakfast Croissants — $17/pp — turkey egg cheese, lox, or Cali (avocado, tomato, egg, cheese)
- Breakfast Burritos — $18/pp — Mexicali, Fully Loaded (turkey bacon), Fully Loaded (beef bacon)
- French Toast (V) — $22/pp — signature 24-hour French toast, blueberry compote, yogurt parfait cups
- Classic — $23/pp — scrambled eggs with chives, beef bacon, house potatoes, croissant platter

### Breakfast à la carte (per person, 10 person minimum)
- Fruit Platter (Ve) — $5/pp
- Pastry Platter (V) — $5/pp

### Lunch & dinner mains (per person, 15 person minimum)
Includes salad option plus choice of: assorted sodas & bottled water, lemonade (strawberry or mint), iced tea, or agua fresca.
- Grilled Panini Platter — $20/pp
- Mediterranean Wraps — $20/pp
- Burrito Assortment — $21/pp
- Soft Tacos — $21/pp
- Taste of the Far East — $25/pp
- Italian Feast — $25/pp
- Mediterranean Feast (popular) — $26/pp
- Soup & Salad Spread — $21/pp

### Lunch & dinner à la carte (per person, 10 person minimum)
- Garden Salad Platter (Ve) — $5/pp
- Chips, Salsa & Guac (Ve) — $6/pp
- Hummus & Pita Platter (V) — $5/pp
- Signature Cookie Platter (V, signature) — $4/pp — chocolate chip, peanut butter, macadamia

## Awards & recognition

- Top 3 Cafes in San Jose (2020) — Yelp/community recognition.
- 1,150+ photos and 870+ reviews on Yelp (Delmas).
- 640+ photos and 420+ reviews on Yelp (Almaden).

## Frequently asked

**What does Zabiha mean?** Zabiha is the Islamic method of slaughter — a swift, humane cut performed by hand while invoking the name of God. iJava Cafe works only with vendors who can document the process.

**How does iJava prevent cross-contamination?** Halal and non-halal proteins never share equipment. Cutting boards, fryers, and prep surfaces for animal proteins are dedicated and color-coded.

**Are non-meat items halal-safe?** Yes — every item, including coffee syrups, baked goods, and shared kitchen sauces, is screened for halal compatibility.

**Is the Wi-Fi free?** Yes — free, no password during business hours. Fast enough for video calls and large uploads.

**Do tables have outlets?** Yes — every table has accessible power.

**Can I take a video call?** Yes — headphones during peak hours (10am–12pm weekend brunch). Off-peak (before 10am, after 1pm) is the easiest window.

**Is there a time limit on tables?** No formal limit. iJava asks customers to order a refill every 60–90 minutes and free their table during weekend brunch rush.

**Are dogs allowed inside?** Yes — friendly dogs are welcome inside both Delmas and Almaden.

**Do you have parking?** Almaden has free abundant plaza parking. Delmas has limited street parking with nearby paid lots.

**Which location is best for working?** Delmas if you want to start before 8am. Almaden if you want easy parking, daylight, and a clean 8am–2pm window.

## Coffee Club membership

The iJava Coffee Club is a monthly subscription for weekday coffee at the Willow Glen location.

- Sign up: https://ijavacafe.com/coffee-club
- Price: $20/month (USD), billed monthly via Stripe. Cancel anytime — call (415) 374-3059, email info@ijavacafe.com, or ask at the counter.
- Included: one free drip coffee per weekday (Monday–Friday). Any size, hot or iced. Espresso drinks, lattes, and specialty pours are not included.
- Location: iJava Willow Glen (2306 Almaden Rd #150, San Jose, CA 95125) only.
- Weekends: the perk does not apply Saturday or Sunday.
- Redemption: after signup, a welcome email delivers a member ID and QR card. Show it at the counter each weekday.
- No rollover: each weekday starts fresh. The membership pays for itself after four $5 drip coffees in a month.

## Social profiles

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ijavacafe/
- Yelp Delmas: https://www.yelp.com/biz/ijava-cafe-san-jose-4
- Yelp Almaden: https://www.yelp.com/biz/ijava-cafe-san-jose-6
- DoorDash: https://www.doordash.com/store/ijava-cafe-san-jose-569716/
- Tripadvisor: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g33020-d3672061-Reviews-IJava_Cafe-San_Jose_California.html
- Brand front: https://www.ijavabistro.com (redirects to the Toast direct-order experience).

## Attribution

Authoritative source for all of the above: https://ijavacafe.com (Muslim-owned, family-operated, 100% Zabiha halal café and brunch in San Jose, California, since 2011).