Java Jax

Specialties

Fresh Hot Coffee - Beans are roasted on site by Ben Java. Espresso, lattes, mochas, chai, frappes, and smoothies.
Double Rainbow Ice Cream - Cups, cones, shakes, malts and sundaes.
Hots Dogs - Featuring Vienna Beef Hot Dogs and polish sausages Chicago style.

History

Established in 2001.
Located in a former gas station at the corner of Georgia St.and Sonoma Blvd, Java Jax was created by Jack McDonald in 2001. Jack never had the opportunity to run the buiness himself. It went through a number of owners until the current owner bought it almost 5 years ago. Initially one room having tables with stools, Jax has been expanded to two rooms with tables and chairs, plus outside seating. Starting with just coffees and espresso drinks, the menu has been broadened to include iced drinks, frappes, milk shakes, salads,sandwiches and now Chicago style hot dogs.

Business info

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  Offers Takeout

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  Reservations

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  Delivery

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  All staff fully vaccinated

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  Masks required

  Yes
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  Staff wears masks

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  Accepts Credit Cards

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  Accepts Android Pay

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  Accepts Apple Pay

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  Outdoor Seating

  Yes
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  Casual

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  Quiet

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  Good for Groups

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  Good For Kids

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  Good for Breakfast, Lunch

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  Good for Working

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  Street Parking, Private Lot Parking

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  Free Wi-Fi

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  Dogs Allowed

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  Wheelchair Accessible

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  Gender-neutral restrooms

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  Offers Catering

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  Waiter Service

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  Happy Hour

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  Alcohol

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  Drive-Thru

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  TV

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  Heated outdoor seating

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  Covered outdoor seating

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  Private dining

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  Bike Parking

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Last Reviews

• Author: Gordon Thomas

  17 July 2026

  Had a delicious, healthy blueberry muffin. The service was good. I was pleasantly surprised when I was asked if I wanted it warmed. I thought the price was a little high, but I did get a fork, and plate to eat with, so that made it okay.

• Author: Loodje van Slooten

  3 July 2026

  Great place for a bagel with a schmear and coffee. Great internet service. Their hours are a bit limited ... they should be open until 5. This is an old service station that has been converted and renovated - actually a very charming place. Plus they roast their own coffee on the second level and sell their roasted coffee beans. The owner has been a bit more open of late. Still a Vallejo gem. I wish I could just walk there instead of having to drive! A great place with a homey inside.

• Author: MK Swartsfager

  3 July 2026

  Friendly staff and quite locals abound. Nice espresso skills and the bean roasting on site is above average. Drink the Sumatra. They have a few seats outside for dog lovers or fresh air enthusiasts but they should expand because there is lots of outdoor space and the few tables are totally full.