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Damask Rose Coffee

4.7 (239 reviews)
Open 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Ed U.

I've never been to Damascus, but I've been to other major bustling cities like Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Amman, and Aqaba where cozy, crowded cafes thrive without issue. This cafe had almost the exact same chaotic vibe. The moment Jamie W and I walked in, we couldn't tell how to get to the order counter in the back because a group of constantly chatty senior women sat at a table in the middle. They were blocking access to anyone daring to pass behind them. In fact, people were forced to ask others to shift their chairs to make way. Otherwise the decor had an artificial floral motif with bookcases that shook when leaned upon as we saw one customer experience. We had limited time because we were waiting for the next AC bus to Berkeley, so we scrunched ourselves to get to the counter. Jamie ordered the $5.25 Iced Latte and the $3.50 Baklava (Photo 10), while I took it a step further by getting the $6.25 Iced Pistachio Latte (Photo 9) and the $4.50 Warbat, similar to baklava but with a clotted cream filling (Photo 8). All of it was tasty with authentic Syrian-originated flavors, well worth the stop. Just be mindful that the evocative cacophony is real and an innate part of the ambiance. COFFEE / SWEETS - 4 stars...authentic Syrian flavors prove enticing AMBIANCE - 4 stars...kind of a Middle Eastern bazaar feeling with a lot of energy and fake flowers SERVICE - 4 stars...calm women who take control TOTAL - 4 stars...definitely worth a return when the bus isn't rushing us RELATED - Exploring Berkeley? Here's my collection of places l've patronized and reviewed: https://yelp.to/c7ry2shIjU

This is so good it's spinach and walnuts, sesame crust little lemon juice, superb!
Brent M.

Excellent, Spinach Flatbread (Mana'eesh) $14.40 Flatbread topped with spinach, onions, and typically includes a blend of herbs and spices. Some very creative sweets, maybe a little too sweet for some, but beautifully presented. A lot of emphasis on pistachio. They have a variety of nice espresso drinks, and even rose latte and rose lemonade. A lovely spot with great staff and a very peaceful environment, unless you are allergic to plastic flowers. There's plenty of them hanging from the walls and ceiling. The vegetarian items are epic. The hummus is delicious with olive oil sitting on top. There's sort of a deli case and you can get a variety of items to take home. The desserts are off the hook. They have many with nuts, flaky crust, and pistachio that are just simply divine. I suggest grabbing a box of goodies to take home, or take to the office because they're so unique. IE: Warbat is a sweet pastry filled with cream or cheese, often garnished with powdered sugar, typically served as a delightful treat Check out these pictures.....

Espresso
Felix W.

I got an espresso. It was a med/dark roast with a thin layer of crema and medium body. I tasted dark chocolate bitterness and very mild acidity. The shot wasn't burnt but there wasn't much nuance in the flavor or texture. 2.5/5.

Turkish coffee
Yarn Y.

This place is a hidden gem . A small hole in the wall on a busy street but 100% legit . I got the Turkish coffee which was easily top 5 best Turkish coffees . This also came in such a nice fancy set of dishes . I also got the muhamara mankish which was just excellent . Such a perfect crisp dough . Incredible . Can't wait to come back to try out more things !

Rachel K.

This was such a cute little coffee shop. We stopped by for a quick to-go drink before heading to an event. The cafe is beautifully decorated and very Instagrammable. The owner greeted us warmly and took our orders. I ended up ordering the iced rose latte ($5.25) and it came out beautiful with the rose at the bottom, milk in the middle, and espresso on top and tasted delicious once I mixed it all together. I snapped a few photos and we took our drinks to go, but this would be a great cafe to hang out in. They also had a great selection of snacks and desserts. They were beautiful. So glad we stopped by this spot for a quick coffee.

Rose latte
Sydney J.

I came back and ordered a rose latte, which was $6.25. It was done within a few minutes. I like that you can taste the rose flavor, as I personally prefer the flavored part of flavored coffee to come out strong. They made some cute latte art too. I just wish the cup was bigger for the price. They also sell chai (kashmiri or masala style), matcha, and pistachio lattes so I'd like to come back and try some of these other drinks. The bathroom has pretty pink painted walls and roses around the mirror, I appreciate their commitment to the aesthetic. They still usually keep two small outdoor tables right outside the shop.

Love the decor!
Sherry Z.

I love the aesthetic of this cafe! Pink walls with white chairs and tables and LOTS of greenery and artificial flowers everywhere. Don't let that scare you from coming. It's a very welcoming environment, and I can see myself spending an afternoon working here. Got a chai cup, rose latte, and a regular latte. The chai was creamy, and the fruit was a nice contrast. The rose latte was unique. I have tried other floral lattes before but never rose. Not quite as floral as I was expecting, but it was a nice surprise. I will say it is better than the regular latte. The regular latte tasted a bit watered down. Average latte at the normal east bay price point. Would come back to try the rose lemonade.

Dianna H.

Super cute cafe right at the border of Oakland and Berkeley. I came by Friday afternoon around 2 pm and it was pretty empty, but over the course of the time I was here chatting with a friend, it filled up and was completely full at one point. Seems to be a pretty popular spot! The first thing you notice when you step in is that it's beautifully decorated with flowers on the walls and hanging from the ceiling. Definitely a girly type of spot. In addition to drinks, they also offer mana'eesh (Mediterranean flatbreads) and other small snacks as well as a large variety of baked goods. I haven't seen some of the pastries before! I got the rose lemonade ($4), which was absolutely beautiful. I liked it because it wasn't as sweet as most lemonades. I also grabbed some baked goodies to go. I wasn't sure what to get, so I got the safe option (baklava) and another item as well. I ate them later for dessert and both were delicious! I definitely want to come back and try more of their baked goods.

Lilia R.

I tried Damask Rose a couple of months ago with a close friend after having had this place bookmarked for a while. I felt like it had the perfect amount delicious homemade food and cozy, feminine charm. I'm not much of a tea person, but my friend and I LOVED the Kashmiri chai!! Also these flatbreads were so reasonably priced, delicious, and filling. They're made fresh to order, which is a big draw in my book. And, pro tip: you can order the flatbreads to be half and half (split flavors). And I believe it doesn't cost any extra to split, but I could be wrong. If I lived in the east bay, I'd be here much more often! Can't wait for my next outing here.

Michelle P.

Such a lovely little spot! I came by after getting a tattoo nearby and their baklava brought me back to life. It was so delicious, packed with filling and flaky! The birds nest was okay but not nearly as good as the baklava. I wish I got a drink too but I had already had my coffee for the day, but my friend did get a coffee here and loved it. The workers here were sweet and friendly. It truly feels like a gem of a neighborhood spot!

Cute decor that matches the cafe's name.
Margaret H.

I brought a Lebanese friend with me and she was delighted. "I have driven past and keep meaning to stop. I definitely will make sure to stop from now on." We had amazing chai - Kashmiri and Masala versions - at the Damask Rose Coffee near the Berkeley Bowl on Shattuck. We also sampled date mahwa and nougats, several of which are gluten free. The cafe is owned and run by Syrian women, and their service is warm and on point. We will definitely be back.

Natasha S.

Really enjoyed our visit here! The women running it are friendly, and they have thought of everything - great Wi-Fi, power outlets at every seat, and super comfortable chairs. We saw many folks enjoying a nice latte with their laptops out working. They have a variety of lattes including rose and pistachio as well as many types of Syrian pastries. We went with the rose latte and lamb flatbread. I absolutely loved the rose latte - the rose didn't overpower and it was not too sweet. The lamb flatbread was delicious and filled with meat - the flavor profile was on point! The interior is Instagram worthy! There were gorgeous pink faux-flowers everywhere. They have both outdoor and indoor seating and parking was street parking - wasn't hard for us to find a spot at the time. Overall, loved this spot and can't wait to come back to try the pistachio latte!

Decor on ceiling
Nadia I.

Such a cute cafe with fantastic staff, yummy rose lattes and the best pistachio filled dessert options. Parking looks tough but isn't too bad on the street. The cafe is small but there are always seats available. Love love loved my rose latte with almond milk, lentil soup and cheese flat bread. Will absolutely be back soon!

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This is place is good vibes it's peaceful and the desserts are authentic and coffee was priced good

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I love this place. The food is delicious in the drinks too. The service is always friendly and it is great to have a local café.

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Rose latte was special and not too sweet. Will come again to try the food. Smiling friendly faces at pick up. Thank you

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Ask the Community - Damask Rose Coffee

What are the vegan options?

They have oat and almond milk but honestly just be super clear and clarify because they still made mine with whole milk?? All the baklava have honey, and when I asked about the other desserts they just said gluten free so I'm not sure they… 

Are there any vegan desserts?? It's difficult to find a vegan baklava.

All the Turkish delights in the dessert case (third and bottom row) except the pistachio and chocolate are vegan!

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Cacik Appetizer via Uber Eats. $8.95. Homemade yogurt with diced cucumbers, oregano, fresh dill and a hint of garlic.
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Persian New Year table on display.
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