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Prologue Coffee & Tea

1644 N Broadway, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Coffee & Tea, Vietnamese
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Prologue Coffee & Tea 7.6
Civic Park / Library District
Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Solo Dining Sanctuaries Healthy Haven
Library-adjacent café offering Vietnamese-leaning bánh mì alongside coffee and milk teas. It’s a convenient grab-and-go stop with consistent sandwiches and friendly service.
Must-Try Dishes: Grilled chicken bánh mì, Cold cut bánh mì, Vietnamese iced coffee
Scores:
Value: 8.8 Service: 7.2 Consistency: 7 Food Quality: 7.4 Atmosphere: 6.6 Cultural Relevance: 6.8
What makes it special: Bánh mì and coffee combo in a convenient downtown café setting.
Who should go: Grab-and-go lunch crowd
When to visit: Late morning 10:30–11:30 for shortest line
What to order: Grilled chicken bánh mì, cold cut bánh mì, iced coffee
Insider tip: Order ahead online and pick up curbside along N Broadway.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Limited metered street parking near the library; a small public lot sits across Civic Drive with 2-hour limits on weekdays.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable—come as you are, typical café attire.
Noise level: Low to moderate; generally quiet with light chatter and espresso machine sounds, fine for solo work or reading.
Weekend wait: N/A — closes before dinner hours.
Weekday lunch: Minimal wait, usually under 5 minutes unless a rush of takeout orders hits.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — tofu bánh mì and egg options are available.
Vegan options: Limited — tofu bánh mì can be made vegan by skipping mayo and pâté.
Gluten-free options: No gluten-free bread, but salads and drinks are safe options.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a first date; it’s more of a quick café stop than a linger-and-chat setting.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — all seating is first come, first served, and turnover is steady during lunch hours.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for quick bites with older kids; no dedicated kid’s menu, but simple sandwiches and drinks suit most ages.
Best For
Better for: Faster service and stronger coffee than most nearby bánh mì shops, great for working or studying with Wi-Fi access.
Skip if: You want a full sit-down meal or a wide variety of hot entrées—this is a light, café-style stop.

Hours

Monday8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday8am - 4:30pm
Thursday8am - 4:30pm
Friday8am - 4:30pm
Saturday9am - 4:30pm
SundayClosed