Pretty meh coffee, slow lines, BAD mochi donuts (I don't trust any place that carries third culture bakery for this reason). I came to try a new coffee place but cafenated's is mostly mediocre. Overpriced for what it is, it should be $4 a latte for the quality and taste they give you. Instead, it's $7-8 a drink. Not worth it Very cute backyard, but not worth the price and very mediocre drinks read more

they literally had nothing. no coffee, no food, no honey and nothing. not sure why they was opened. giving 3 stars for the cashier who was nice. read more

Cafenated Coffee Company - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

The peaceful vibes here are great for taking a breather amidst a busy, chaotic life. The outdoor area is cute with sooo many different varieties of plants!! Nice spot to read or catch up with friends. I wouldn't say that this is a great spot to get work done, since there aren't outlets in the back patio area. I got the iced vanilla latte, and it was alright. read more

The cutest coffee shop! I want to gatekeep, but I can't! I have no complaints about this place. Everything was great! read more

Cafenated Coffee Company - Oat milk cappuccino and strawberry matcha! Yum! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I ordered a flat white and an oat chai latte, but both drinks fell short of expectations. The flat white was overly sweet, very frothy, and had no latte art or design (not a big deal, but it made the presentation feel a bit lackluster). The cafe itself is adorable with a cozy ambiance, though the staff seemed a bit disengaged. I'd still be open to coming back to try their food menu. read more

OK that Brunch Board has set the bar higher for every other brunch experience after this point. The candied bacon, chicken tenders and waffles were the perfect combination of sweet and savory. We also had the smoked salmon avocado toast and the caprese with fresh mozzarella and balsamic glaze--they were huge and very satisfying like tartines on steroids. The service is prompt and friendly. We chatted it up with the barista the last time we were here and they're trying to make this a night spot for drinks and snackies. Love that idea and will return when that happens. read more

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The food is incredibly mediocre, bordering bad. It seems that they maybe don't have a full kitchen but still offer things like fried chicken, that I feel is a complicated thing to offer on a menu without a full kitchen. The waffles were fine, pretty dry and crispy so I asked for butter and they brought out a super grainy sweet butter. Some of the fruit was past its prime, the chicken was fine, but certainly just feels like packaged frozen chicken bites with not much flavor. The beignets were a bummer because I was incredibly excited for them, but they came undercooked and super sticky and doughy, and the server wasn't very apologetic or concerned. They sent me new ones and the dough was still a bit sticky so I just ate a bite or so. Overall the backyard area is pretty busy on the weekends, and it's nice if you don't mind loud chatter. I don't know if I would come back for the food again, but maybe for just a drink and to read read more

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Intentionally came here to try out their outdoor greenhouse study space. Come with your electronics fully charged to start or begin your day inside to charge up your devices first. No outlets available outside. Worth the visit in itself!! Beautifully surrounded by so much greenery and fresh air. It definitely helps the focus factor in this study space. However, please be mindful if you're sensitive to sun or heat like I am, bring a jacket to shield yourself or find a more shady spot to sit as the sun moves outside and you lose light as the sun gets shaded by the clouds etc. plus, there is free WiFi so it's a great working space. I didn't see any pups but I wouldn't see why they wouldn't be allowed to the outdoor portion of the cafe. There is also sidewalk seating at the front of the cafe. The Oat Matcha Latte was amazing that my friend @Julee Y. got me. Beautifully executed in the latte foam design. Super potent flavored and full bodied. It was as if it was a freshly made ground coffee that's made in-house rather than simply stirring in a mix. I would reorder! Overall, I definitely will comeback to enjoy the ambiance at this cafe P! One thing to note: parking. Don't paid meter if you can help it. If you bring a friend, it'll help to watch your items, or ask a friendly cafetière. Less than a block from the cafe are residential parking spots where you need to move your vehicle every 2 hours. That's what I did for a full 8-hour study / job hunt day and it worked out perfectly. read more

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Came around afternoon for brunch and it was really packed. There was nice live music . Service was bad because it was very full; we waited very long for the food and the waitress forgot our orders. However, the food was delicious. Spicy chicken was not spicy at all but it was still good. The bagels were also tasty. I will be coming here again some time and make a reservation instead of a walk-in read more

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I've always seen a line out the door. Today was my lucky day. Only 1 person in line yay. I ordered a house drip coffee. It was nice to finally find a place where the drip was hot but also delicious and not watered down tasting. The chocolate bun was warmed flaky and buttery delicious. The server at the register was patient and very nice. Lots of seating and a true coffee shop vibe. Can't wait to return for the "Toast". They serve breakfast and lunch items. read more

Very much berkeley vibe - airy, vintage, plants, colorful The latte was pretty good, very nutty and slightly sweet finish. Cortado was a little bit too bitter, and probably the milk was not done properly. Open sandwich was very ordinary. I had salmon avocado and prosciutto with ricotta, both of which were okay but nothing special. I wish the bread was a bit more unique. There is a lot of outdoor seating, which is a plus. read more

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Not impressed. Order at kiosk select print a receipt I GET NO RECEIPT I get a cappuccino decorated with amilk foam leaf THE COFFEE IS COLD. I order a butter croissant and they have no butter. This is what happens when Berkeley people think they r gonna make killing with a coffee shop and prissy kids run the operation. I was in food beverage bar work for 20 yrs. Its now a fancy hobby with johnny-come-latelys. read more

Beautiful space! If i could rate the vibes and space it would be a 5/5 stars, but sadly the beverages fall short, specifically any matcha drink. I ordered a matcha latte and it was insanely grainy. Not whisked at all and very evident that they did not care for the process of making a matcha latte. Decided to give them another chance with the strawberry matcha latte and still ran into similar problems. The strawberry compote was delicious but again the matcha was grainy. Really disappointing because their espresso based drinks are great. If they improve in their matcha drinks I would definitely give a higher rating. read more

I definitely got caffeinated at Cafenated Coffee Company during my recent visit! One of my good friends was visiting for the holidays and wanted to catch up over coffee. A quick Yelp search in the area lead me to this gem of a coffee shop. As others stated in reviews, the patio is like a fairytale. Though my friend and I came during the winter, I can only imagine how beautiful it is to sip and chill here during warmer days. We came on a chilly weekday morning. As we walked in we were greeted by the barista at the register. The menu is displayed on the side where you order and pay, wait for your name to be called, and find a seat. After receiving our drinks with a smile we took them outside. Oh my goodness--we were blown away by the outdoor seating laid out aesthetically plants all around, spacious tables, and plenty of seats in a welcoming and opening ambiance. Their drink menu is simple and straightforward--your typical coffee and teas offered. Along with drinks they serve small hand-held bites for breakfast and lunch. Since I'm not the biggest coffee lover I opted for a Hot Matcha with Oat Milk. They only offered oat milk as the dairy alternatives and drinks came in one size. My friend chose a seasonal drink and ordered a Hot Gingerbread Latte with Oat Milk. The matcha was frothy, extremely earthy, and not sweet. The drinks were on the pricier end but nothing out of the ordinary. Service was efficient. The barista at the register seemed a little dazed by my questions but no worries as she got our orders correctly. Our drinks came out efficiently and we bussed our own dishes at the end. I had a brew-tiful experience at Cafenated Coffee Company with my friend. It was the perfect place for us to catch up over a warm beverage. I highly recommend checking this place out if you're looking for an aesthetic environment to work or hang out at. The cafe itself isn't hard to find as it's located right by Safeway off of Vine and Shattuck. Parking is residential or metered. I'd love to come back here with my friends in the future to sit, sip, and chill. read more

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Approximately 5,445 miles from here, I had my first smørrebrød. It was at Aamann's Etablissement in Copenhagen, and the authentic Danish open sandwich was quite a treat (photo: https://bit.ly/3FSW91M). I had not seen it stateside until I ambled into this popular cafe a bit closer to home. I wasn't excited about the $18 price tag, but hey, you get two open-faced sandwiches. What that actually meant was that you get two slices of sourdough bread much like a regular sandwich but separated into two. They had a choice of four different, appetizing combinations, and I chose the sweetest one - slices of yellow peach, whipped goat cheese, and basil with a wild drizzle of honey (photo: https://bit.ly/3GenI6Z). It was not a trip back to Tivoli but it was tasty. The vibe here was pretty chill even though tables were dominated by laptoppers who didn't look like they were going anywhere. The greenhouse-like back terrace was particularly nice. The rest of the menu looked pretty appetizing as well. Not only the other smørrebrød but also the BLTA, the 'On the Run' egg-stuffed brioche roll, and the Summer Vegetable Omelet. Daytime temptations abound. FOOD - 4 stars...it ain't Copenhagen but it'll do just fine AMBIANCE - 4 stars...relaxing spot with the back terrace a winner SERVICE - 4 stars...attentive TOTAL - 4 stars... smørrebrød for the rest of us RELATED - Exploring Berkeley? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2CbVh8u read more

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05/25/2024 Earlier this morning we grabbed coffee from another local shop across from the hotel. Hubby came back to breakfast and our mochas were just warm. We weren't happy but drank it. After we left the hotel to meet the family, we found this cute coffee place off of Shattuck when we looked up local coffee roasters. The coffee line was short but the cafe in the back was busy. Our order took a few minutes but my Brownie Mocha came out piping hot and had a nice chocolatey taste to it. My daughter's cold Iced Tiramisu was creamy, sweet, and just as yummy! We grabbed a bag of beans for our cousin to pull when we get back home. read more

Lukewarm drip. Incredibly slow service. The "expensive but why" vibe. Lots of space for folks to hang out with computers.

The café has a nice ambience and the drinks and food are good. However, it was already overpriced and apparently the rates have just gone up. I got a "Matcha cloud" drink, which is essentially just coconut water with some Matcha cream on top, for $9.10. For a small cup of coconut water. No service or barista skill required. Unfortunately, this business is going to lose a lot of customers with this absurdity, including mine. read more

Great coffee & solid spot to do work and catch up with friends! I love their patio at this location, which also have heaters running in the colder weather which brings me outdoors haha I am super picky about my coffee and I have to say they have a great roast and the barista dials in the espresso top tier, I don't think I've had a bad cup of coffee from here before! read more

Cafenated Coffee Company - Cappuccino & iced chai latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Great ambience, I love the outdoor seating area with garden around the edges! Will probably come back for that alone. Coffee is good. read more

Cafenated Coffee Company - white rose latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Ordered the matcha latte with oat milk & the salmon avocado benedict. Food was fresh, latte was a bit bland. As mentioned in other reviews, adding an almond milk option to the menu would be nice. From what I understand, weekend brunch menu changes. Overall, an average experience. read more

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Came to this spot last Sunday and the ambience in there was such a vibe. We walked in and we ordered in the front because we didn't know that they have a back section and in the back they have the brunch spot that we were looking for. You can either order in the front when you walk in the back and order which I didn't know before hand. I got Matcha latte and my boyfriend got a regular latte. They were both very good. we also got a breakfast that had chicken and waffles and it was so delicious I got the platter which came with fruit and bacon. it also came with a crispy dessert on the side. Everything was a 10 out of 10. I would definitely come back again. Wait wasn't too long as well so I really enjoyed that especially for Sunday. We will definitely be ba read more

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Cute outside area. Food was delicious. I got the mushroom latte which was surprisingly sweet but still really good. The staff kept asking us if we needed anything, it felt like they were trying to rush us out. Lots of people there working on their laptops. read more

Cafenated Coffee Company - Veggie omelet and chaggacino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

I have not ventured around Berkeley much, but I came to this gem of a cafe on a Saturday morning. They have magical seating outside. It's like a large greenhouse with the ends cut off, but the roof is still in tact. The moment you walk in, you can order at the counter. They sell pastries from Starter Bakery! Doubled baked(?) almond croissant, croissant, kouign amman. They also seem to have brunch items, proper meals you can order too. I ordered an oat chai latte and an oat latte with honey for my friend. We found a seat outside and got settled. The tables were all mismatched, it gave the shop a nice pop of color. There were also all types of folks, on dates, catching up with friends, people who seemingly came after cycling. Just has a warm energy to it, serving as a hub for people to come and gather. I hope to come back again to enjoy the beautiful space again. read more

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I can usually shrug off a poor cafe experience, but Cafenated is in my neighborhood and I'm sad that such a beautiful space with great potential has become a terrible place to eat with mediocre beverages (at best). I have also found the staff to be mostly indifferent and unknowledgeable. I ordered chicken and waffles and got a plate of deep fried chicken nuggets(!) with a tasteless waffle that seemed to be made from a cheap mix to which you add water. This cafe is expensive and just doesn't deliver. read more

Really cute and aesthetic cafe! I was intrigued by their adorable cat logo and thought it was a cat cafe, but it's just a normal coffee shop (a good thing bc I don't like cats lol). On first impression, I really felt like the vibe was welcoming and warm. I'm pretty picky with nice coffee shops, so I felt like this was a super cute one. I ordered my typical go to, a matcha latte with oat milk, extra hot. My friend got a latte and almond croissant that looked pretty delicious. Matcha latte (4.5/5) : Smooth creamy, and non sweet as I like it. It was also extra hot to my liking. Only thing is that I would've preferred a nice latte art but totally okay without it haha read more

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Great coffee shop for coffee dates or working! Stopped in to meet a friend and grabbed a latte with almond milk and butter croissant (~$11 total). I watched the barista use oat milk instead of almond when she made my order, but I didn't mind since it was a non-dairy milk. Coffee still tasted great! It looks like they get their pastries from another local shop Starter Bakery, so that's awesome they support local as well. They do have food/sandwiches, which looked yummy (seeing the food on other tables), so will have to try it another time. Ambiance is really modern and cute. Half of the people there were on laptops and they have free Wi-Fi so seems like a great place to get some studying or work done. The back/outdoor area is super spacious; lots of tables chairs and even a small fire pit. Would definitely recommend stopping here! read more

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Vibes were good, Food was okay but customer service could be better. I have to asked three times for the same thing. Waitress didn't care read more

Cafenated Coffee Company - Brunch board - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

This is an adorable cafe located on a random side street. // C O F F E E I got the cold brew and it was amazing! The coffee was smooth without any bitter notes and it still had great flavor. Sometimes, cold brews are so smooth that you can barely taste the coffee anymore, but that was NOT the case here. This would be a great drink to get, especially as the weather starts to heat up. I would definitely want to come back to try their other drinks. Note: They also have siphon coffee here. It's not written on the menu so ask the barista if you would like to try it! // A M B I A N C E This cafe has a decently large amount of space, great lighting, and minimalistic furnishing. It would be a great spot for hanging out, studying, or doing work. read more

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The most disappointing coffee experience. I was really debating on whether to make a review or not since its a small business. But, I'm so unhappy about my experience I have to. I asked for a plant based milk and they gave me normal milk so I felt sick afterwards and they messed up my coffee ordered in giving me something different too. It looked off but they called my name and I made sure to be like "its this ___ right?and for ____ right". They confirmed so. The coffee is way over priced and almost $10 for a small drink... $9 to be exact with a plant based milk. The place has customers there so it does get business but I'm so confused why. The staff were not friendly and or seemed to know anything about what they were selling when I asked. Just go somewhere else... so many other shops around.. this was my first time here and won't be back... read more

A friend just posted on social media that he took his wife there for Mother's Day brunch. The waitress told them that they had to prepay for their order. He noted that they were the only African Americans in the place. Really?!?!? In 2025 in Berkeley?!?!? read more

Come for the coffee, stay for the vibes! Great place near north side of campus to study or catch up with friends -- plenty of seating, decent coffee and food. The real treasure of Cafenated Coffee Company, however, is their gorgeous sunlit outdoor patio seating area. I grabbed a cold brew on my way to campus and was impressed with how busy it was, despite it being summer break. I want to say 90% of their outdoor and indoor seating was filled, so I'd recommend getting there a little early to grab seating, especially if you're in larger groups of 3+. My cold brew was okay. Not as strong as I would have liked, a little too acidic for my tastes, and was kinda pricey :( What was definitely intriguing though was their latte menu options. They have a bunch of cool latte flavors like Tiramisu latte??? I asked a barista and it comes with cocoa, syrup, and topped with whipped cream. Will def try next time! I didn't get the chance to try any of their food though, so I unfortunately can't comment on that. Ugh, their outdoor seating area is absolutely gorgeous!!! Drenched in light sunlight with plenty of greenery. I would have loved to stay out there forever. This outdoor patio area is something other cafes in the area definitely lack and what makes Cafenated Coffee Company so unique! I also can't hate -- their logo is adorable (I love cats, can you tell?) and they source their beans from women's coffee farm cooperatives! read more

Cafenated Coffee Co is a charming spot in Berkeley with great vibes and a variety of seating options, both indoors and out. The interior is spacious, but be prepared for noise and crowds--it stays busy with a line to order! The staff was welcoming, especially the new barista who helped me; she was eager and kind when answering my questions despite it being her first day. I tried the iced vanilla latte, which was a bit too sweet for me, so next time I'll get half sweetness. The breakfast burrito, while good, could've used more flavor and texture. Minimal outlets, so come fully charged! Definitely check out the outdoor area! read more

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So glad I was able to try this cafe doing Berkeley Restaurant week. I'm originally from Berkeley & had no idea this place existed. I gave 5 stars because the customer service and food was amazing but tbh I would've gave 5 stars off the bread pudding and lavender latte alone.... First time having a lavender latte and I'm sooooo glad it was EVERYTHING I've heard it to be 10/10 Also, Idc where I am. If bread pudding is on the menu I'm going to order it. I took it home and put it in the microwave.... OMG!!!! The chocolate chips melted to perfection. I'm getting hungry writing this review lol. Bye. read more

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Came here the other day with my boyfriend and we had a lovely time! The food was amazing and the garden was beautiful. It was a busy Saturday morning, so we first grabbed a seat in the front, but managed to find a seat in the garden before our food came out! We split some avocado toast and a pork belly with grits and it was seriously some of the best pork belly I've ever had. I would never have out the flavor combinations together for that bowl but it worked super well. I'll definitely be back! read more

Cafenated Coffee Company - Pork belly and grits bowl, avacado toast Benedict, and an iced latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Discrimination. Threw me out for having a Service Animal. Not an Emotional Support Animal. Didn't ask if he was a service animal. Were cruel and rude. Didn't ask what service he provided. Demanded to see license. Displayed. Said they didn't care and told me to leave because he "didn't look like a service animal. He looks like a pet". He insisted he must be vested. Not true. He said ADA Laws don't apply to him [his business]. read more

This place checks all the boxes of what you would hope for in a coffee shop. Aesthetics were great, outdoor seating area is beautiful, and staff was friendly when taking my order. The only thing that was pretty surprising was the price of my drink. I ordered an oat milk cappuccino which is pretty much my standard nowadays because I can't drink milk from the cow anymore lol and before y'all go crazy over saying "oat milk costs extra"--yes I know the oat milk is extra...but for the base of my drink being 4.25 and then jumping to a little over $6 when I add oat milk is kinda crazy for anyone in the coffee game. There's a couple other spots around Berkeley that don't charge for milk or at the most like 50-75 cents more. I was just taken a little off guard when I realized how much I paid for my drink. With tip, it came out to $7.09.... Was the drink tasty? Yes it was but I don't think I'll coming back here for coffee, maybe just the vibes p.s. maybe I'll sneak my own milk in next time LOL jkjk read more

Cafenated Coffee Company - Mud pie cupcake from @loveatfirstbite and oat milk cappuccino (pretty pricey imo) @justgrindz - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

WHEN: Friday @10:30am It the day after Thanksgiving, so the place was still busy. There are seating options in front on the sidewalk, some inside (bar seatings along the windows and a couple of tables inside), and plenty of covered seatings outside in the back. There are no outlets but it sure is nice to have in-direct lighting, surrounded by lots of plants. Here's what I had: COFFEE OF THE DAY - $3.50 It fueled me. That's enough for me! THE HANGOVER - $12 Fried egg, Bacon-bourbon jam with onions, garlic, pickled Granny Smith apples, heirloom tomato, and arugula, served on a Brioche roll. For a sandwich with no cheese, I enjoyed this breakfast sandwich VERY much. I love brioche since its so soft, but still slightly toasted on the surface. The bacon-bourbon was a very nice touch, adding some sweetness to this savory sandwich. I can't recall how much of the pickled apples were, but they were thinly sliced for sure. I wish I had another. CRANBERRY-PEAR SCONE I have no idea how much this cost since they don't display the prices in the pastry display case. I never get scones since I tend to get the impression they are dry. However this was decent! I really enjoyed it even though the fruit flavors were very subtle. Definitely something fun to pick at. I really enjoyed being here. It's nice that after I've signed up after my purchase (I may have entered my email I forgot), they sent me a discount of $5 off the next time I come back! I will definitely come back soon! read more

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Ambiance: 5 stars Crowd: 5 stars Pastries look great, didn't have any of them Cooked food: zero stars. Menu looks enticing, food is not real cooked food. My veg omlette was a disk of egg that had been cooked on both sides, then filled and folded. My friend's waffle was the worst she'd ever had, and the fried chicken to accompany said waffles seemed to be chicken nuggets which had once been frozen. They looked a little orange to me. I could go on, but my point is, great cafe overall, but don't try to eat food other than pastries there. I gave 4 stars because of the buzzy community hub feel which is lovely and much needed in that (and every!) hood. read more

Shut the front door this place is so beautiful. We stopped in just to check it out and the beautiful facade and cute cat logo drew me in. Their coffee is single press, and just a stunning cup of coffee (I got a cappuccino and I would easily take anyone there from Italy without living in fear of embarrassment). The inside is stunning, the lighting and the counter, just beautiful. Flowers adjourn the family style table in front of the exposed brick. The star though, is the garden patio. I feel like I died and woke up in LA. It's so beautiful. read more

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