Well Grounded Tea & Coffee Bar

06/06/2026

A more fun election!

Hey Friends! 💜

We’d be so grateful for your support in this year’s Best of the East Bay and Best of El Cerrito voting!

For Best of the East Bay:
Please WRITE IN “Jenny K. Gift Shop” for Best Gift Shop and vote for Well Grounded too!
eastbayexpress.com/best-of-ballot/ #/gallery?group=547955

And voting is now open for Best of El Cerrito!

Vote for Jenny K.:
• Best Arts & Crafts Store
• Best Bookstore
• Best Gift Shop
• Best Greeting Card Store

• Best Jewelry Store
Vote 'Retail Stores' here:
elcerritochamber.org/best-of-ec #/gallery?group=549171

Vote for Well Grounded:
• Best Breakfast/Brunch Spot
• Best Coffeehouse
• Best Sandwich
Vote 'Food and Drink' here:
elcerritochamber.org/best-of-ec #/gallery?group=549165

Thank you for shopping local and supporting our family businesses. We appreciate you so much! 💜

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05/24/2026

Memorial Day Hours 🇺🇸
Well Grounded will be open from 7AM–4PM on Memorial Day.

Whether you’re grabbing coffee before the day begins or taking a quiet afternoon break, we’ll be here with your favorites.

We’re grateful for those who served and sacrificed.

05/21/2026

Community Game Night
This month on May 22nd!

Yes, I know, usually it's on the 3rd Friday... but this month it's on the 4th Friday.

A family and friends fun event. Bring your favorite games and favorite people to game with! BYOB as well. It turns into kind of a potluck, so have fun with it.
We're just having fun here, so no charge. However, if you'd like to show your appreciation to JUKU for generously hosting this wonderful community event, donations are welcome.

Check out our event on Friday, May 22, 2026.

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05/21/2026

We're excited to invite you to join us tonight for a special conversation with Linda Patricia Cleary, the author of The Dreamer, over at Jenny K! Seating is limited, so be prepared for standing room only. Don't worry, Well Grounded will be open until 8pm, serving wine, beer, and our regular menu, along with some bonus appetizers to make the evening even more enjoyable!

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05/15/2026

Come and puzzle!

05/15/2026

Bruschetta added to the menu tonight. Open to 8pm. Regular menu available all night.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmas, caregivers, chosen family, and mother figures in our community — and extra love to those missing someone today. 💛

Well Grounded is open today until 4pm if you’d like a cozy place to pause, catch up with family, or treat someone you love to coffee, tea, lunch, or something sweet

And if you still need a last-minute card or gift, Jenny K Gift Shop is open until 5pm right next door.

05/08/2026

We’re now open until 8PM on Thursdays
and we’re making it worth it.

This week’s feature: Cozy Curry Bowl
Warm, comforting, perfect for a Thursday night reset

Plus:
• Appetizers
• Beer + Wine
• Coffee drinks + treats

Our Banh Mi Bocadillo has been a hit! Choose one of three options:
• Avocado
• Turkey
• SPAM

All three are seriously good.

So, come hang out with us late on Thursdays.
Dinner, drinks, dessert!

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05/01/2026

Vegan donuts now at Well Grounded on Friday and Saturdays! Perfect with a cup of our delicious joe.

04/29/2026

Spam Bánh Mì on gluten-free sourdough.

We’re using Franz Bakery and it actually eats like real bread—no gumminess, just a soft texture with a light, not-too-sour flavor. The slices are huge, so you can go one or two—I personally prefer one and cut it in half like this.

GF friends, our Odd Bagels are back too 👀
—Jen

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04/28/2026

We’re now open until 8PM on Thursdays
and we’re making it worth it.

This week’s feature: Cozy Curry Bowl
Warm, comforting, perfect for a Thursday night reset

Plus:
• Appetizers
• Beer + Wine
• Coffee drinks + treats

Gluten-free bagels are BACK! We got 'em plain, sesame and the works!
Also, we have new gluten-free sourdough bread (sliced + ready to go).

Our Banh Mi Bocadillo has been a hit! Choose one of three options:
• Avocado
• Turkey
• SPAM

All three are seriously good.

So, come hang out a little longer on Thursdays.
Dinner, drinks, dessert… no rush to get out the door.
We’ll be here.

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04/24/2026

Sent in from a customer. Love that our coffee graces the halls of Lawrence Livermore Labs. 😎

03/27/2026

🚨 GLUTEN-FREE BAGELS ARE BACK 🚨
Kevin wishes he had my reaction on camera last night… but honestly, this might be even better 😅

The excitement came rushing back when I saw the delivery this morning.
This might be the most unflattering video ever—but gluten-free peeps… YOU GET IT.

They’re here at Well Grounded and they will go fast.
Run, don’t walk.

03/21/2026

⚾️ Name Game today: if you’re wearing a baseball uniform, your drink is on us!

Proud to support ECYB—both our kids grew up on those fields. Evie and her BF were the only girls in Mustang 💪

These days, they’ve traded cleats and bats for mountain bikes… but we still love a good game day.

Bring the team (and the fam) by after the game for a refreshing Italian soda 🍓🥤

03/20/2026

It’s been a hot one today… come cool off with us tonight 🎲❄️
Game Night + Puzzling kicks off at 6pm—grab a drink, bring a friend, and stay awhile.

03/18/2026

Too hot too cook? Try our banh mi. This is our Avocado (double) banh mi on gluten-free sliced bread. Refreshing on a hot day!

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patty's Day!

03/12/2026

...and our
Corned Beef 'n Cabbage Panini
is the gold waiting for you!

When one of the owners is named Kevin O'Neal, you're guaranteed to find
Corned Beef 'n Cabbage on the menu for St. Patrick's Day! We make it all in house, cooking the beef for hours and steaming up the veggies: carrots, red potatoes and of course cabbage.

We slap Dijon mustard on the rosemary focaccia, add hefty portions of the corned beef and veggies, and top it with Dubliner Irish Cheddar!

Get it NOW through St. Patrick's Day!
Maybe a few days after...
while supplies last.

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03/12/2026

March 20, 2026

Community Game Night
and Puzzles!

🧩🎲 Community Game Night — Friday, Feb 20!

Grab your friends, family, and favorite games and join us for a fun night out with neighbors! Whether you love strategy, party games, classics, or something new, there’s a seat at the table for you.

📍 JUKU Coworking Space
7019 Stockton Ave, El Cerrito
⏰ 6–10 PM

✨ Back this month: We’re adding a dedicated Puzzle Table for anyone who wants a more relaxed, collaborative vibe. Drop in, place a few pieces, and chat while you build!

Come play, connect, and unwind—we can’t wait to see you there.

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03/11/2026

It's the perfect day to come and enjoy your drink on the porch at Well Grounded...and your drink is free if your name is Mary.

02/19/2026

🧩🎲 Community Game Night — Friday, Feb 20!

Grab your friends, family, and favorite games and join us for a fun night out with neighbors! Whether you love strategy, party games, classics, or something new, there’s a seat at the table for you.

📍 JUKU Coworking Space
7019 Stockton Ave, El Cerrito
⏰ 6–10 PM

✨ New this month: We’re adding a dedicated Puzzle Table for anyone who wants a more relaxed, collaborative vibe. Drop in, place a few pieces, and chat while you build!

Come play, connect, and unwind—we can’t wait to see you there.

02/15/2026

Congratulations to Valentino on his Name Day!

02/14/2026

💘🌹 Name Game Alert! 🌹💘

Today’s names are Valentino & Valentina! ❤️ What better way to celebrate than with a FREE drink at Well Grounded in El Cerrito? Love is in the air (and in your latte)! ☕️✨

And join us at 1PM for our Valentine’s Making Party — come craft, celebrate, and spread the love! 💌🎉

Today is our 21st Anniversary! 22nd for Jenny K! Come celebrate with us!

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