Binge Coffee House

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I was skeptical that this place with good given the name but surprisingly the Matcha here is very delicious! There are a lot of different flavors to choose from and I've got the pistachio Matcha while my friend got the mango Matcha with Boba. I was very pleased that they had pistachio flavor since I don't see it super often at other stores. Both were a perfect sweetness and very delicious (I asked for less sweet for reference). The Matcha flavor also comes through and the drink has a good amount of earthiness to it without being bitter. The inside is relatively spacious and there are often students doing work on their laptops, as well as groups of friends, chitchatting given the location. This is a great spot if you're ever in the mood for matcha in this area of Berkeley! Would love to come back. read more

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Miriam W.

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Three stars because I made a special trip to get the Kinako Hojicha Latte (only available 4/2-12 for Berkeley Restaurant Week) and it was sold out on the morning of 4/4. That disappointment aside, I couldn't have been happier with my less sweet Kyoto Fog. But why spread news of the Kinako Hojicha Latte and its limited time availability if you don't actually have it? read more

Binge Coffee House - Made a special trip for the Kinako Hojicha Latte (only available during restaurant week, 4/2-12) only to find it sold out on 4/4! Bummer! - Cafes Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Merna D.

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Absolutely loved the banana matcha from Binge Coffee The banana flavor was subtle but so good with the matcha -- creamy, smooth, and not overly sweet. You can tell the ingredients are high quality, and the balance of flavors was perfect. Definitely one of the best matcha drinks I've had lately. Will 100% be coming back for this again. read more

Binge Coffee House - Love this spot! Absolutely loved the banana matcha from Binge Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Lizzie S.

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Pricey but very good matcha. I like all of their different flavors! My friend got tiramisu matcha, and I got ube (but I was eyeing the white peach or black sesame as well.) Lots of seating, but it's likely taken up by college students. One bathroom stall so expect a line. You order at a kiosk and service is pretty quick! The ube was sweet and flavorful. read more

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Anh H.

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Decided to give this location a try and it was a lot bigger than I thought! Love the amount of seating they had so definitely a great place to study or catch up with friends. I got the double matcha which I wished had stronger flavor of matcha but the cream was super yummy! The pandan matcha was a bit watery. The mango matcha is pretty heavy, more of a dessert matcha imo. The purple rice is pretty thick but again the cream on top is super yummy. Parking is pretty hard to find but it is Berkeley:) Would recommend to try if you're looking for a new matcha spot! read more

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Nancy T.

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I ordered the coco matcha--the matcha foam and coconut juice goes perfect together. I also love the photobooth here. Looking forward to coming back here when I'm in the area. read more

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Trevor M.

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Binge is great!!! The coffee is strong but good and the study spaces are great. The service is also so quick read more

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Michaela M.

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My favorite matcha place at Berkeley!!! Love the vibes, you can take photos in their photo booth, lovely staff!! read more

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Alex W.

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This place is goated! I really like the sandwich here it tastes crispy and yummy. The order was ready fast and the drinks were refreshing as well! read more

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Chika M.

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Absolutely obsessed with the white peach matcha, I've never had that flavor in matcha and it was so good! I loved how thick the matcha was too, and I feel like they gave a nice layer of it. Would highly recommend. read more

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cristina p.

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Binge is one of our favorite coffee spots! We're happy to see that they've opened another location in Berkeley; one that's much bigger. This was our first time visiting their new location and it was very spacious! Even though the shop was much bigger, it was still full of people; almost all of the tables were taken when we walked in. We ordered for pick up and were able to find an open table. We took some flicks of our drinks and tried some food items we purchased; pandan waffles and popcorn chicken. The coffee we had tasted great, like always. The pandan waffle was nice and chewy and the popcorn chicken was crispy and flavorful. read more

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Kiki H.

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a MUST try matcha and viet coffee place if you're ever in the Bay!! I'm a BIG fan of matcha and always looking to try new places. I've been here many times and have tried different items on the menu but my favorites are the banana matcha and house coffee!! This time we got the coco matcha and regular matcha and it always hits! They definitely do not skim on the matcha unlike some places where it's mostly milk. Their coffee is also very strong. They have seasonal items like their cal day drink!! I always enjoy studying here but can get very packed during the school year! The staff are all very nice and usually quick with the order. I will definitely be coming back whenever I'm nearby or craving for a great matcha/coffee!! read more

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Victor G.

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Binge Coffee House opened 4 months ago where Feng Cha Teahouse once was. Interior renovated, place looks clean, brightly lit, full of happy laptopers drinking their libations. Many people ordered on a kiosk. I ordered at counter since I didn't have Credit Card with me. Briefly saw a menu somewhere. Sips: su da Viet coffee (5.95) small size, less sugar. -came in under 5 minutes. So surprised. Still tasted pretty sweet. Forgot to order less ice. Luckily ice was small crushed pieces. When it melted, didn't affect taste of coffee. Level of saltiness surprisingly ok. - still had a semi bold coffee taste. Offerings: Matcha, Viet coffee. Banh mi, pandan waffle. Yelp suggests Binge for patrons who like Mind Coffee. Advisory is so bogus. There's nothing similar between the 2. 4.5 stars Semi-worthy. Rounded up to 5 for great service. Quality: very good: no shortcuts observed. Quantity: reasonable. Similar to others. Lines may be long. Service with drinks is fast. read more

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Binge Coffee House - Su da coffee (5.95) waiting for a table. - Cafes Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Miranda L.

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Matcha and coffee flight for the thanksgiving season ~~ Drinks: Black sesame coffee was surprisingly my superior choice revealing a nutty cookie like taste. The Vietnamese coffee was strong yet perfectly sweetened without too much milk. Now, I am pleased to be open minded toward black sesame anything haha. Banana Coffee I appreciated its real banana purée which authenticates the flavor paired with the cheese foam. However it did not surpass socal Phin Smith's banana latte in fountain valley the cardinal hub of Vietnamese coffee. We had our own matcha flight ranking: (1) Pistachio, (2) strawberry shortcake and (3) ube. Pistachio Matcha was well executed from the foam to matcha portion. Ube Matcha was good but I wished for more ube taste even tho it was bright purple. Strawberry Shortcake Matcha was eye pleasing with adorable teddy grams on top and thru the drink elevated the marrying twist between them. Noted that some drinks offer varying sweetness baseline min levels such as no sweetness or 25%, ceremonial grade matcha is used for drinks and itty bitty ice. Food: The popcorn chicken as a snack was great! Good quality pieces that were not overly oily nor salty. The spicy option entailed a spicy ketchup not a chili seasoning coat on the chicken. Service: we ordered on kiosk but an employee was attentive cleaning tables and garbage duty. We appreciated orders were regulated to ensure proper pick up. Overall: we will come again when visiting the sibling at UCB read more

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Eric B.

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Always great. I get the egg coffee every time. I have to ask the person working to make it extra sweet since the kiosk doesn't give that option. The service is fast and this place is always packed. Lots of seating and a great place to sit and study or just hang out. read more

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Melissa Y.

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7 months ago

Amazing Vietnamese coffee! I got an egg coffee and it came with a generous amount of egg cream. The coffee was thick, perfectly sweetened, and strong enough that I decided to let the ice melt a little before drinking more. Really appreciated that they filled the cup to the top and that there wasn't a ton of ice. Their vegan ham banh mi is also solid. It's nice that they even have vegan ham, since tofu often tends to be the sole vegetarian option for banh mi. I ordered on Snackpass and my order was ready before the stated time. read more

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Andrea T.

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6 days ago

Binge has the best Matcha and drinks ever. I probably tried every flavor. I love their ube matcha the best read more

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Abi H.

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I was really surprised to see yet another Binge location open up in the East Bay! I usually get their coffee drinks, so this time I went for the Melon Matcha to see what the rest of their menu has to offer. If you've ever had a Melona, or a Korean melon bar, imagine that melted into a shake and then mixed with matcha! It's absolutely delicious and super refreshing. The bitterness of the matcha adds a nice twist to this nostalgic flavor. I am really glad that even though Binge is expanding and opening multiple locations, the quality of their drinks has stood strong. The ease of ordering, at all of their locations, but especially this one, is streamlined by having multiple ordering kiosks. I believe his location has 3-4 ordering kiosks and you can order at the counter as well. Since the space is so large, it's perfect for studying for a bit or even a good spot for "working from home"! We came during their soft opening & honestly, I can't wait to see how they continue to grow. I already love how this location has Berkeley themed cup designs! read more

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Lainey C.

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I love Binge so much! The quality is always consistent and the drinks are sooo good! There's something for everyone, so I love taking my friends here. They're always super quick and the place is kept clean! Great place to chat with friends or study! read more

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Alin G.

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Always delicious! The staff is always great and the service is fast. It's a nice place to study. Some of the best coffee and match around. read more

Binge Coffee House - Always delicious! It's the best coffee and match I've had pretty much anywhere. I'm always craving it. - Cafes Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Jacqueline N.

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$9.25 for an almond milk matcha es muy cara...BUT considering it's a pretty tidy space with plenty tables, free wifi, plenty of seating, and it's walking distance from UCB makes this place worth a try. The pumpkin Pie cream has a hint of pumpkin purée in it and topped with pumpkin spice. With fall drinks it's always a toss up of how much pumpkin they load up into your drink but it had just enough flavor not to overpower the matcha. The matcha itself was a nice color and went down pretty smoothly. I got 75% sweet which was barely sweet imo but it was good enough for me. read more

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Alex M.

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I've been seeing Binge Coffee on my Instagram feed for months, so I was delighted when they opened a cafe closer to campus right on Telegraph. The menu features a variety of matcha and coffee beverages, and the black sesame matcha was calling my name. When I visited the cafe, there were about five people in line ahead of me - which is why I was shocked when I was able to order and receive my drink in less than five minutes. After I picked up my drink, a barista checked in with me to make sure my drink was perfect (it was). The black sesame foam slowly seeped into the creamy matcha latte, and it was just the pick-me-up that I needed after class. I can't wait to come back and try the other flavors - I spotted matcha pandan on the menu, which is what I plan to try next time. read more

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Olivia R.

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Binge always had amazing new drinks and fast service. The atmosphere is lively, yet calm enough to study in. Great spot! read more

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Elaine C.

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This new Binge location is much larger than the original, taking over the former Feng Cha space, yet it still manages to be packed every time I visit. If you're over cream tops, I highly recommend the coconut coffee--it perfectly blends the boldness of a traditional viet iced coffee with the nutty richness of coconut milk. The matchas tend to be popular, but personally, I'm not the biggest fan. Binge Coffee House is quickly establishing itself as a Berkeley staple. Love to see the hype for Asian flavors! read more

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Nick H.

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Amazing staff, kind and patient with crowds. Place so good that students line up in opening. Strawberry matcha is so good, I order it at least 2 times a week! The vibes of the location are calming with pop music playing, an overall calming ambiance. Worth the trip hehe! read more

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Jenny S.

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6 days ago

Love getting their drinks in the morning before work! Foam selection is HUGE!! I love getting Kyoto fog but most other matcha is good too. Banh mi also a banger here read more

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Nathan L.

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Came to binge on Friday around 1pm and such fast service! The noise was a little high while I was doing work but they cant control that. This female worker called out my name promptly and the cookie butter matcha was delicious! Would 1000 percent come again!! Best matcha in Berkeley hands down!! Actually good service!! read more

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Yajaira F.

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Great place to study, has outlets and AC. Staff are lovely and drinks come out quick! read more

Binge Coffee House - Got the binge coffee with salted cheese foam and it's the best! - Cafes Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Melody C.

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Binge Coffee House is definitely binge-worthy! Binge may just be the best matcha in Berkeley! The unique flavor pairings are all delicious - I especially love the melon and banana matchas. They are perfectly thick with a lovely thick matcha foam on top too. They are packed with matcha and not watered down like many of the other matcha spots in the area. Special shoutout for the pebble ice and photo-worthy drinks. The service is surprisingly quick. Binge is almost always packed to the brim with people picking up online orders yet they always finish orders before their estimated completion time. It can be a bit noisy near the entrance of the shop but is otherwise the perfect place for a coffee chat or a study sesh. I definitely recommend Binge for your matcha read more

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Richard E.

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This place is amazing! The best matcha in Berkeley, if not the whole Bay Area. Their matcha is sweet and the flavors are so unique yet refreshing. An absolute treat to visit. Additionally, the service is great every time; workers are quick, super responsive, and always kind. I've had nothing but great experiences here, highly recommend the white peach matcha! read more

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Ashley R.

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This is the second Binge location in the Berkeley area and the quality and service is just as good as the Downtown location. Binge is by far my favorite matcha place in the East Bay (and I drink a lot of matcha...) My go-tos are the pandan matcha, then the ube matcha. The melon matcha is actually my favorite drink here but it's limited edition (please put it on ur regular menu i'm begging u) Order ahead on Snackpass for very quick service. Despite the size of this location it's hard to find seats sometimes because it's so popular. Staff are quick and helpful. I love Binge so so much and it's one of my top recommendations!!! read more

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Kellie C.

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Great matcha! I love the salted foam at the top of the drink as well as the crunchy toppings they add on top for texture. The banana flavor was rich but not overpowering. The pistachio was nutty but not grainy. I loved it! The pricing is also fair and the cafe itself is a great spot to catch up with friends or study if you're a student! Drinks come out fast and there is usually no line! You can order on the Snackpass app for faster pickup! read more

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Noah D.

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we got the earl grey matcha! it was smooth and super yummy. def will come back came through on a saturday afternoon and got our drinks pretty quick read more

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Kisha M.

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8 days ago

Really good drinks, extremely fast service and good quality matcha! Only thing would be bringing back the light ice option, since it seems like that was recently removed. read more

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Briana V.

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Great service and delicious drinks. The cold foam perfectly balances the strong coffee and the matcha is high quality and well mixed. There also plenty of study spots and a cute Photo Booth. read more

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Cyn K.

0.8 mi•Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley

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Overview: Quick ordering, lots of inside seating at ppl studying, lots of different options for coffee and matcha ---- Pistachio Matcha Latte ($7.50): - nutty - great pistachio flavor - bits of pistachio on top, good addition of crunch ---- Pandan Waffle ($6.50) - strips of coconut meat inside, good texture - made fresh - nice and hot - crispy outside and soft inside ---- Notes: - parking garage nearby is a 3 minute walk away - kiosk ordering makes it convenient - fast and friendly service, took 5 minutes for drinks to come out and 10 minutes for the waffle - music playing in the background is a good level where it's enjoyable and can still hear people around you - lots of people sitting around with friends or studying - neon green ambiance and naturey decor - offers bahn mi and popcorn chicken as well! ---- Overall: If you're looking for a new drink place, this place offers good matcha and coffee, the green decor is super fitting for the matcha concepts read more

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Binge Coffee House - Pistachio Matcha Latte ($7.50) - Cafes Near Me - Berkeley, California

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2528A Durant Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704
Telegraph Ave
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(510) 604-5491
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Hours

What time does Binge Coffee House open?

Binge Coffee House opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Binge Coffee House close?

Binge Coffee House closes at 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Food & Alcohol

Does Binge Coffee House serve alcohol?

Yes, Binge Coffee House serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Binge Coffee House allow dogs?

Yes, Binge Coffee House allows dogs.

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Does Binge Coffee House have parking?

Yes, Binge Coffee House has parking options. Validated Parking

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Does Binge Coffee House have free WiFi?

Yes, Binge Coffee House has free WiFi.

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4.7(150 reviews)

1.1 mi

Cute place with lots of seating (not enough for me to sit tho). Espresso was good but I had come…read morehoping for Arabic / Turkish coffee :( Even though they didn't have what I was after, I still recommend this cafe as it is very clean, cute, and seems a good place to work on your laptop.

I've been searching high and low for a coffee spot with the best banana cold latte. Not only did it…read moretaste fresh, but they added dried bananas and brown sugar on top. It was just perfect. The person helping us at the register was very kind as well. I was hesitant on ordering a Jaffa cake but I ordered one and he gave my husband a small one for free. Very kind of him. I really liked the feel and interior of the coffee shop. So much natural light! It's at the corner so they are easy to spot!

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Jason Al-Ghussein, artist and muralist, absolutely SLAYED this mural

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Winter warmer: apple cider mm!

Belmo Cafe

4.7(299 reviews)

1.8 mi•West Berkeley

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What a delightful find after a morning of bike ride into Berkeley. We stashed our bikes and…read morequickly became immersed with the variety of colorful, tantalizing pastries beautifully displayed inside the cafe. Eclairs galore! Friendly server quickly got our tea and iced latte out. I also couldn't resist a chocolate dipped scallop shaped cookie which turned out to be two sandwiched together. Very flaky texture and lightly sweetened which was perfect. We saw that they also offered different savory sandwiches and a "French taco" lol. Will have to return and try next time!

My boyfriend and I grabbed a quick lunch here after studying next door at Heyma. The cashier was…read morereally friendly and answered all our questions. We shared the Merguez Sandwich and a Rose Pistachio Turkish Delight. They don't have any indoor seating but have a few tables outside. We waited about 10 minutes for our sandwich. The sandwich was delicious! We got it medium spicy and it was perfect for us. I would have loved it if it had a bit more sauce to it because it was a bit dry but the flavor was great. The turkish delight was so yummy and I thought it was also well priced. I'll happily be back in the future to try more of their foods and pastries! There was also plenty of street parking in the neighborhood.

2.4 mi•Fourth Street, West Berkeley

More sidewalk seating

Assorted pastries - small sample of a large selection of

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5.24.24 - Turkish coffee

Artís Coffee

4.1(779 reviews)

Locally sourced ingredients

Locally owned & operated

Guys this place has great chai and they remade my drink with no hassle whatsoever!…read more Great ample space and vibes here open later than usual coffee houses. When I'm back in Berkeley I'll be back! Thanks for fixing my drink.

Coffee so good, love their rotating seasonal drinks and they get very creative with them…read more Everyone who works here is really cool! Clean and minimalistic. Love their little shop it's a great place to buy housewarming gifts. I've been coming here for a few years and as a nanny, my only gripe is it's digital or card payments only. I know it's common in the Bay Area because of theft, but I've never been able to wrap my head around businesses not taking the national currency- if they took cash I would come in much more often.

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CoRo Coffee Room

4.4(244 reviews)

2.2 mi•West Berkeley

My CoRo Coffee Room rose latte with maybeck blend (dark chocolate, citrus, marshmallow) was off the…read morechart good. Worth way more than the $6.75 I paid. The nice barista explained that the coffee menu changes frequently. The single origin coffees cost $1 more. She said it gets really busy, but I got there at just the right time to order without waiting in line. Free Wi-Fi with seating inside and out. The plentiful availability allowed me to find a seat on the sidewalk that allowed me to catch a few rays with my latte on a sunny day. Such goodness. Lots of folks there working on their laptops inside. A mom happily nursing and some folks lost in conversation outside. There my soul received the sweet caress of a perfectly balanced rose latte. Great coffee and good vibes in West Berkeley.

We came on a Sunday late morning and there was a line out the door. Luckily, the line moved fast…read moreand the counter is close-by the entrance of the cafe. We ordered an iced mocha and two of their pastries. I thought the coffee tasted pretty solid, it wasn't too sweet and the pastries was really good. The baristas seemed friendly, there were a lot of regulars that was able to skip the line because the barista knew their orders already (no shade!) There are plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. It's super cool that they roast their own beans in-store.

Coffee date with my love

The seating area

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Latte and cappuccino

Mind Coffee

4.6(256 reviews)

0.6 mi

Like it extra thicccc and creamy?…read more Mindspänner. GET IT. Making my way through Berkeley's cafes, Mind Coffee's thicccc layer of whipped cream caught my attention. Being steps away from UCB's main entrance, street parking is hard to come by and it's a small shop with limited seating (all taken by students) so not the ideal place to do meet ups. Mind Coffee roasts and sells their own beans, and uses Arteao matcha and hōjicha. Decaf available. No charge for oat milk! Pastries and breakfast sandwiches available. Order ahead on Snackpass to skip the line. D R I N K S * Iced Whipped Honey Cream Hōjicha Latte w/ oat milk (Seasonal-$8.95) Rich, creamy, and roasty with a natural sweetness. The house whipped cream was thicc, fluffy, and cloud-like. Delicious esp with the bee pollen adding a subtle crunch. * Iced Mindspänner Matcha Latte ($7.50) Hand-whisked to order, the matcha was vibrant and smooth with an earthy umami. Not watered down. The fluffy whipped cream softened the earthiness and added a light sweetness. * Iced Mindspänner Latte ($7.50) - Add extra shot of espresso (+$1) Not mine but I had a sip, bold and creamy...affogato without the ice cream. S E R V I C E Warm, upbeat, and gracious staff...positive vibes all around. The ladies were so sweet and brought a cup of water for the pups as were were ordering. They also pointed out that the dog featured on the storefront and cups is actually the owner's dog, which made the place feel even more personal and charming. Drinks were ready in about 5 minutes (no line at the time). A M B I A N C E Gorgeous minimalist zen space centered around mindfulness, there's floor and table seating, and two tables outside. Inside seating is hard to come by tho since students laptop camp. Restroom available. Overall, we really enjoyed our lattes and the genuine service was just the cherry on top. Gen Z stare where?

Mind Coffee is out of the way for me, but I try to grab a matcha here whenever I'm in the area…read more Their seasonal iced sakura matcha mindspanner latte is back, and it's probably one my favorite, floral-forward drinks I've had. In most other cases blossomy food and drink tends to be overpowered by a perfume-like aroma. In this case however it's balanced perfectly with the matcha, present but not too loud. Additionally, the bathroom is consistently clean, and looks very nice.