Caffe Chiave

So grateful to be sharing this review!…read more Mohka house is a local gem, located in Dimond District. Clean cafe with tables & couches to sit. Customer service is friendly and attentive. Plenty of pastries to choose from (which I'll be back to try). If you're looking for something caffine free, refreshing, and light consider their refreshers. The pineapple mango was delicious on a warm day. I plan to return to try their chai and house made bread.

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Halloween decorations at Timeless

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Banana Matcha Latte and Strawberry Matcha Latte

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1.1 mi

One of the best cups of cold brew I've ever had. My only frustration with this place was the fact…read morethat it didn't open until 9 AM. Thankfully they were open when it came time for my second caffeine fix of the day. The space is also absolutely gorgeous and they appear to host lots of educational / experiential events for coffee lovers. Highly recommend!

Stopped by after breakfast. Slight line out the door. The line moved quickly. Plenty of people…read moreworking. Some taking orders, others making food or coffee. Others cleaning. . Nice different menu. They have a nice variety of different coffee blends. This shop is Hugh. Plenty of open seats They have some unique artwork on the wall.

2.1 mi•Old Oakland, Oakland Chinatown

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So good anything you order is so good I will definitely my new go to coffee shop. 10/10read more

Late night dessert, savory pastries, smoothies, refreshers, tea, and coffee, open until midnight,…read moreeven on a Sunday night. Adeni chai was delicious, and the nicely appointed space was quiet and comfortable. Spent two hours catching up with a friend, along with a mix of others on dates, working on their laptops, etc. Love the trend of Yemeni coffee shops opening in the Bay Area.

Honeycomb bread and chai tea

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4.4(88 reviews)

0.3 mi•North Oakland

I discovered mother tongue brand at a place called Tamper Room in Fremont. I had bought some beans…read morefor my dad, and he enjoyed, so was so excited to see that there is a cafe close by. The space is lovely. I love a cafe that has different seating options in terms of height, and there is a lovely spacious outdoor area as well. It's functions well as a work and social gathering space. I tried a guava pastry that was delicious and got a lot of work done (I worked in 3 spots since I like to move around when I work). Service was great, and there are so many drink options as well! Looking forward to returning soon!

Both a coffee shop and bar. Expressive about progressive values with signs about KYR for…read moreimmigration enforcement and free Palestine. Got the Latte ($6) with Cafe de Olla Syrup ($1). It was pretty good. The interior has nice pink lighting, some cool art on the walls, and aesthetic areas. A lot of people come here to study/work on the laptops, but it doesn't seem like the best environment for that because it can be quite crowded with lots of conversation. There is also plenty of outdoor space as well.

Photo 1: Montage of images from Mother Tongue Coffee

Decaf espresso martini

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1.3 mi•Uptown

Delah Coffee is a local gem that I love supporting! Located off the busy intersection of Grand Ave,…read morethis cafe offers a variety of Yemeni/middle eastern drinks and pastries. There are plenty of open seats inside, which is great for spending time with friends, reading a book or studying. I tried a few things this time - the Biscoff latte which is new, the pistachio and rose croissant, the milk cake, and the spinach and cheese turnover. Beginning with the latte, it actually wasn't too sweet and the Biscoff gave the coffee a light richness that wasn't overpowering. The milk cake is soft and practically melts in your mouth. The croissant goes well with the pistachio and rose filling. Lastly, the spinach and turnover is light, baked to golden perfection, and is the perfect size to share. I can't wait to come visit again!

Fantastic offerings, space, hours, and staff! I haven't found a better late-night study spot in…read moreOakland, and the folks who work here are the absolute best. I haven't tried it yet, but the food and dessert offerings look amazing. The general ambiance here is lovely and there are so many thoughtful details in the space and even the serving ware used for drinks and food.

Weak coffee is not an option.

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1.4 mi•Uptown

Was really looking forward to finally checking this place out. They have a bunch of things to try…read moreon the menu. There was a lot of people in there 1/2 an hour before closing too so I'm sure the place is good. I tried something new cause I usually love this drink: banana matcha, (Even though i originally came to try something else) but I was disappointed. Matcha flavor was really light and so was the banana flavor. It was more of a light matcha milk, if you will. I will come back to try what I originally wanted to drink (horchata matcha latte, I believe it was) cause I really think they have good drinks. I've heard great things from friends so maybe I just got a bad drink, off day, or because it was a new drink on the menu, it just hasn't been perfected yet? Not sure but just wasn't what I usually expect from a matcha drink. Other than that, service was great. The cashier was really nice. I was able to find street parking really easily as well. (If you do try the banana matcha, maybe ask for less milk!)

I was walking down Broadway on my way home this morning when I passed this place and decided to pop…read morein for a matcha. I'm glad I did! I ordered a small blueberry iced matcha, and it was really good. The matcha itself had a rich flavor, and the blueberry came through nicely without making the drink overly sweet. It was a really refreshing combination. Even while I was there, there seemed to be a steady stream of people coming in and out, which is always a good sign. I wish I had picked up one of the pastries to try, but I'll definitely have to save that for my next visit.

0.8 mi•Temescal, North Oakland

A man waits patiently for his order near the pickup area

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Right side of the cafe

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I absolutely love this cafe. Spacious, clean, classy, so many delicious deserts, wifi, couches and…read moremany small tables for working privately. The coffee is delicious and the staff is so helpful and chill. Good job!!

Super cool interior with tablet to order easily. Got a chai latte and a Spanish latte. Both were…read morenot bad but nothing exceptional. The chai latte was def better than the Spanish latte. Service was pretty quick was well

Inside decor

Golden latte and acai bowls

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Hasta Muerte Coffee

4.2(214 reviews)

3.0 mi•East Oakland

* Perfect spot to unwind and treat yourself to unique pastries, coffee, tea and empanadas with…read moregenuine Hispanic origins and amazing blends. ** Art pieces, ambiance and live events are always refreshing and makes it great to engage with likeminded folks and community activists and artists *** the staff are always welcoming and open to give recommendations of great art, events and specials. **** The merch is uniquely Oakland and I really feel like this is a great summary of what the community here stands for and fights for with grit, grace and creativity ***** AC@B nuff said. Ty for what you stand for

Relax, sip, nosh--the perfect spot. Right on the #14 bus. Sometimes busy but I've never found it…read moretoo crowded. Worker-owned cooperative--very community-oriented.

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Sarah L.

15 years ago

It doesn't seem possible and you'll think I'm making it up but I'm serious. The owner of this cafe, at least that is how he identified himself, refused to refund my money when I tried to return a plate of cream puffs that tasted strongly of alcohol. I explained that I did not enjoy that flavor and asked if I could either exchange for a different dessert or get my $5.00 back. He refused to even talk about it, was ridiculously rude and actually at first stated there was no alcohol in the cream puffs and then later admitted there was Ameretto in them. Aha! I asked why there was no signage stating the obvious inclusion of alcohol in the dessert. He acted like a "rage"aholic and started actually waving his arms around like a mad man. If it was possible to put no stars at all I would. This guy has an advanced case of craziness and clearly has no clue about how to be good to customers. It's too bad because I actually liked the space, wanted to support an independent rather than Starbucks, wanted to give it a chance, but the guy is a flat out nutcase and I would never spend another cent in there. read more

Nina K.

10 years ago

The stuff at the caffe is really RUDE!!!!! The cashier/barrista woman was super arrogant and obnoxious. She first refused to serve me, saying that she needs to text someone. Then, she pretty much ignored my order, and didn't give me my receipt. Then, I approached her for the third and last time to get a box for my pizza, and she literally ignored me. I had to call her second time and she gave me such an attitude, saying that she was busy. I told her that she behaves disrespectful to her customer, and I would like to speak to the manager. To what she replied: "I am the manager," and walked away. I suspect it was a lie. I asked her for her name, and she tried to ignore me and just dropped a random name. When I tried to get another manager, the stuff ignored me as well. Fucking RUDE!!!! I'm not returning here! read more

Sophia B.

14 years ago

I went to the one on San Pablo and then the one in San Francisco. I wasn't really impressed. But when I found the one on Piedmont Ave, it was so cute and inviting I decided to give it a shot on a saturday morning recently. It was surprisingly good. I ate the spaghetti with marinara sauce and meat balls. My friend had the margherita pizza. The food was fresh and really tasty. I have to admit I didn't expect that much from a chain cafe like Trieste. I don't think all of them serve food like this. The service is good. They don't have internet which means people go there to read or talk to friends. It's not a working cafe. And the food and drinks come out quickly so you're not sitting there at the edge of your seat wondering if they've forgotten about you. So based on food and timeliness, I gave it five stars. read more

Matty V.

10 years ago

Positive: Good traditional foamy cappuccinos, not the new wave extra milky type. Negative: someone brings food to your table after you order at the counter, but no one busses. There are signs to bus your own table which no one sees. So, most people don't buss and every time i come in there are dirty tables and abandoned plates. I don't want to buss other people's food! Please just give up on the wishful, every man for himself philosophy, and just have your staff buss regularly. And why does the Italian omelette have Swiss cheese in it? I see Parmigano and Fontina elsewhere on the menu. Stupid read more

Louise R.

15 years ago

I love this place! Ive never been to any of the other locations, but ive always had a great experience at this location. The staff is so friendly and most of them attractive too. The capp was foamed perfectly, the pastry was yummy, and the paninis and breakfast is so good! It can be a bit crowded on certain mornings, but there is always a seat somewhere. i even like the crowd and the type of people that go there. And this place is really not thta expensive. Breakfast is such a good deal for what it is! And my friend who is vegetarian was delighted by the many choices for her on the menu. read more

Liam N.

15 years ago

damn the tiramisu is from italy! their cakes and pies and napoleans are amazing! definitely my favorite place for desert. I couple it with a capp and a sierra after. The atmosphere is great, and the baristas play their own music, which has been an absolutely wonderful selection. Ive been making sure that one of my fridays and saturdays a week have been spent there, and it helps me completely unwind and relax. there is a great crowd there and friendly people. i love bringing friends here, aside from the great food and drinks, its quiet enough to talk, but loud enough to feel lively. read more

Danny W.

15 years ago

I love this place, and i dont know when the reviewer below me went, but every time i have been there the music has been really fantastic. The food and espresso are great, but ive been coming in a lot lately with my friends more some evening time drinks. they have four dollar pints of good beer and glasses of wine. then you can get some traditional italian desserts and jam out. its got a good lighting and full enough to be cozy but spacious enough to be chill. The servers are friendly and cute too. ive been searching for a place like this that is both classy and traditional in vibes. read more

Krystal H.

2 years ago

I ordered lunch through DoorDash and had a great experience with the food! Although I didn't get to experience the service or ambiance, the dishes I ordered were delicious. I opted for the Breakfast Hash and Turkey & Bacon Sandwich. The sandwich came with a side of salad, pickles, and pepperoncini, which complemented the flavors perfectly. I devoured the sandwich so quickly that I forgot to snap a picture, but I'll definitely be ordering it again in the future. Looking forward to trying more items from their menu! read more

Kai-Uwe S.

15 years ago

Nicht unbedingt eine Ecke, in die man als Tourist normalerweise kommt. Aber wer zufällig in diesem Teil von Oakland landet (zum Beispiel, weil er im Kaiser-Permanente Hospital um die Ecke Freunde/Angehörige besucht) und eine außerirdisch guten Kaffee braucht, der sollte im Caffé Trieste vorbeischauen. Die rösten ihren Kaffee selber und machen dabei offenbar alles richtig. Auch alle Speisen waren sehr gut. read more

Nikki R.

17 years ago

Piedmont Ave needed a casual place like this...the prices are great and the quality is five stars. The Avenue has GREAT eats, but sometimes you want something quick and easy. Caffe Trieste is a great addition. Love thier pizzas and hmmm...the coffee...well LOVE it. I still love Peets and Gaylords too - but sometimes it's fun to mix it up a bit. read more

Caitlin M.

1 year ago

I ordered the pesto and Alfredo pasta for takeout and it was absolutely delicious! The flavors were rich and well-balanced, and the portion size was very generous, definitely great value. Everything was fresh, packed nicely, and still warm when I got home. I'll definitely be ordering from here again! read more

Reuben G.

17 years ago

I went here today and was very disappointed. My pastry tasted like it was a day old and I like the coffee at Peets across the street better. I wouldn't go back. Piedmont has four coffee shops now all within two blocks. Did we need another one? read more

sam w.

16 years ago

this is what a good cafe should be like: -seating area nice, spacious and with indoor outdoor options -staff friendly but not over eager -menu large enough but not confusing -last but not least: coffee really good and prepared well read more

Lisa L.

15 years ago

mmm soo good.. love the deserts and breakfast especially. they make traditional capps and has a great selection of drinks, including a variety of nice wines. very cute place read more

Ken S.

2 years ago

Always the nicest employees and the espresso is on point. The standouts have to be the pastas, the head Chef is a top culinary school graduate. Anyway it's good! read more

Ben R.

205

124

9 years ago

I'm there at least once a month! Very cool place with a good coffee and desserts. It's also nice that you can seat outside on Piedmont Ave or in the back. read more

Mary B.

14 years ago

Simply the best tasting coffee ever in oakland . I don't drink drip coffee, thus I speak for espresso drinks only, which are simply the best. read more

Nina M.

7 years ago

Good food, good prices, good service, wonderful coffee, beer & wine available, outdoor seating

carina s.

15 years ago

Amazing espresso. Finally the only cafe that makes it the real way. Great pastries!

Kristen F.

Elite 14

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117

13 years ago

I had a really good tiramisu here for $5. And they're open till 10 pm.

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