My boyfriend and I were headed to San Francisco and stopped by Kilovolt for the first time. We didn't even look at the standard menu since the seasonal drinks spoke to us. I got the salted caramel latte and my boyfriend got the pumpkin spice latte. We both shared a lox bagel. The drinks were so good! I loved how the flavors didn't overpower the coffee itself. Definitely recommend you to come try. The lox bagel held us until we got to our lunch spot and it actually filled us up a good amount! read more

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I absolutely love this coffee shop! Though I'm not much of a coffee drinker, my go-to order is an iced oat mocha. It can get a bit busy at times, so if you're in a rush, I recommend placing your order online. On top of that, parking is easy, the music is great, and the breakfast is always outstanding. Thanks, KV! read more

This coffee shop is awesome! Customer service is top notch! Attentive and respectful! Definitely a coffee shop to keep in the Oakland community. And best coffee I've tasted. read more

Kilovolt Coffee - Matcha Latte!! - Cafes Near Me - Oakland, California

Stopped by before climbing and tried that seasonal jasmine Cold Brew with black sesame foam. It was so good, tasted like a tea/coffee blend. I enjoyed it so much I had to copycat it at home. It was a such a unique drink that if I ever visit the area for a climb again I'd want to try their drinks. read more

While this isn't considered a cozy coffee shop, it definitely has what you need if you want to work from one. Plugs, WiFi, and not too loud music! The chai tea here is also quite good! It's not made in-house but they use a concentrate that is quite tasty. They also offer food (bagels, bfast sandwiches) and some outside seating along the streetwalk. read more

It's a cute little spot with good espresso drinks and surprisingly good bagels that I was finally able to give a try. Will be back soon!

Easy walking distance to the closest climbing gym so big plus there. Indoor and outdoor seating available but mainly indoor (outdoor has a few small tables and chairs). Nothing notable regarding staff Coffee: very very milky. They added a lot of whole milk to it. Still have some of the coffee flavor but a bit muted. Iced latte only comes in large size so you're aware Lots of people were doing pre-orders seems like that might have been the way to go. Coffee took a bit longer than I expected to come out. read more

Kilovolt Coffee - Front entrance - Cafes Near Me - Oakland, California

I haven't been here for a while, but I finally came in today and left with my favorite cup of coffee. Will be back more often!

Their indoor seating is back open (with good amount of windows on one side) - I was here for a couple hours on Sunday afternoon and it had a constant flow of folks trickling in and out. I have more to say on this - impressed with the traffic monitoring on the part of Kilovolt staff. Ordered the seasonal special Rose Lavender Latte & a coffee cake. Both were absolutely delish and they can make your drinks decaffeinated (+++). So with the continuous stream of clients - the staff did an awesome job letting customers know they acknowledge them and if there was confusion on who arrived first, they made sure to clear any of it fast. Quite impressive when they were already triple multitasking taking orders, concoting the drinks, and handling payment. While this may sound normal, I often see one of the parts falling through so this was pleasant to see. For anyone who's curious: they use Linea Caffe beans! read more

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The coffee was fine, but the facilities are a bit run down and the staff somewhat strange. The area is also a bit sketchy, so be careful where and how you park. read more

Hole in the wall spot are underrated! Sandwich and coffee were delish. Good quality. The baristas were also kind. We'll be coming back! read more

Kilovolt Coffee - Dirty oat chai - Cafes Near Me - Oakland, California

A good coffee shop in West Oakland. When I entered, I was greeted right away despite there being a line of about three to four people. When it was my turn to order, I just got a regular drip coffee to go and it tasted strong and woke me up. I didn't stay long but I saw a couple of people working on their laptops. The cafe is about medium sized with a couple seats (not small, which I define as standing room only cafes, which seem to be increasing in numbers, but this cafe isn't huge either). So it can be a good spot to chat with a friend or get some work done. There aren't too many coffee shops in this part of Oakland, so if you're in need of coffee, Kilovolt is pretty much the main option within walking distance. Overall it's a great cafe in the community. read more

Great local spot to grab fresh, seasonal beverages and food. I love the orange cream latte. There's always some new art from local artists on the walls. Lots of seating to post up all day and get some work done. The staff are super friendly and down to recommend something. read more

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I came here because I was in the area and so I grabbed a cup of iced tea and a roasted turkey avocado sandwich for lunch. The prices were on the higher side, as I paid about $15-16 for both of those things. The sandwich had very fresh ingredients but there was a little bit too much mustard on it and I would have asked to decrease the amount had I'd known they'd put that much. The place has 3-4 tables inside with some more tables lining the walls. It's a cute space but the staff didn't say more than a few words just to ask me whether I wanted to add a drink to my order (they didn't greet me or smile or anything like that). Anyways, I would come back to try their toasts and sandwiches but the service could be a bit friendlier. I do like that they are one of the few businesses specially eateries in this part of town.... read more

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Great coffee! I like getting the caramel macchiato with extra caramel and extra ice yum!

Good coffee. They make a good breakfast sandwich. Walking distance from Pacific Pipe climbing gym! read more

Stopped in for coffee 9/24/24. Three employees standing around having a conversation, nobody acknowledged me. I had to physically wave at them to get their attention. It's almost as if they were pretending not to see me right in front of them. I noticed that one employee in particular was wearing a mask, and that employee was not looking forward to ringing me up. They acted as if I was a huge burden. I wanted to believe in this place, it is very close to my jam spot. Unfortunately for them I will not be returning based on this visit! No thank you. Also, coffee is mid! Nothing special!!! read more

Orders: "The Chester" Garlic Herb Turkey, Avocado, Clover Sprouts, Swiss Cheese Sandwich | Americano | Rose Lavender Latte Super cool spot in West Oakland with lots of great coffee drinks & bagel/regular sandwiches. It was super busy on the day we went, so waited in line a while, but very worth it. They have a clever system of calling out drinks & food orders outside and passing it through a pickup window to reduce the amount of people standing around inside (not much for seating inside, from what I remember). Great place for picnicking in the grass across the street or for pickup. Really cool rock n roll vibe, fresh ingredients & delicious coffee! I just got an Americano when I went, but next time I'll be trying the floral Rose Lavender Latte w/ Oatmilk :)) read more

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Love the staff, love the drinks love the ambiance. It's the only coffee shop for miles around if you're a Starbucks hater like me.

I've been to this coffee shop many times, whether it be for a quick little snack or a nice little drink. Each time, I've had great experiences. The drinks are great - they offer milk substitutes (that's a major plus for me). The customer service is top notch - everyone is friendly and welcoming! Their sandwiches are pretty bomb too! Check it out for yourself, you won't be disappointed!! read more

Their Honey-Oat Latte is delicious and they have a seasonal Strawberry-Basil Lemonade that should not be missed!

I have been a regular customer at this coffee shop for two years and today received the worst customer service I have ever had here. The register person knew nothing about the menu items and seems very spaced out. The coffee was lukewarm and when I asked for a warm-up, I was told no and rudely told I would have to wait four minutes for a new pot. when I commented to my companion, not the staff!! that I felt like I was in the twilight zone I was then attacked by someone I think is in management and told there are two other coffee shops I'm welcome to go to if I don't like the service here. I managed a coffee shop for over 10 years and in my experience, this is not the way to build customer loyalty or community. I wasn't even speaking to that person nor asking for their feedback about where to buy my coffee. There was no attempt to understand what I really needed and it was definitely met with contempt for asking for something after having paid $20 for drinks and a sandwich. Not sure what the issue was, but I will be sharing this experience on all social media platforms, as well as Google and Yelp. Oh and also trying the other 2 options she recommended read more

This place has great coffee but that's about it. Waited about 10 minutes for a bacon egg and cheese on a stale bagel with more people behind the counter then there was in their shop. I love to support local and invest in the community but it just seems like no one is managing the flow of service or is managing correctly. It just seems like everyone is hungover and have no sense of urgency and like no one wants to be there. I gave this place 2 stars because I have been underwhelmed 4 out of 5 times I go. read more

Nice stop in coffee spot 4/5 clean restroom 4/5 good vanilla latte w/Oat milk 5/5 customer service 5/5 street parking read more

In a word: mediocre. Haven't tried this place in a few years and it's just as mediocre as I remember. In regard to the coffee and the service. I'm pretty simple and like to order lattes. No frills. The coffee is just okay. Not a very bold or complex flavor. It's not super strong but it is pretty sour/acidic. Other flavors don't really pop out, combining a sour flavor with the high amount of milky-ness definitely makes for a subpar espresso drink. Pastries are alright. The kicker for me tho is the $1 charge for milk alternative. That's too damn much. I accept a 50 cent up charge but a whole dollar takes a high level of audacity. Esp when u consider the fact that hella ppl are lactose intolerant, this is just one big plug for the cow milk industry it feels. I came in and the employee was on their phone and greeted me when they were done looking at their phone, and the barista who helped me out had absolutely no personality. Legit idek why I gave this place another shot. Better coffee, service, and prices are easily found elsewhere. read more

Love this place so much! It's a nice neighborhood coffee shop with great options of drinks and food. Joanne always makes me feel welcome and makes the best drinks (try her cappuccino). 1100/10 read more

Kilovolt Coffee - Everything bagel with cream cheese cucumbers tomatoes and onion - Cafes Near Me - Oakland, California

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fave coffee/lunch spot near my house. their bagels and sandwiches are rly yummy and they play good music!

5/5 Coffee (Honey Vanilla Latte) 5/5 Covid guidelines 5/5 Customer service Staff was very friendly and they just reopened inside! read more

Kilovolt Coffee - Vanilla Latte - Cafes Near Me - Oakland, California

Kilovolt has great breakfast and lunch sandwiches with vegan and vegetarian options including impossible sausage patties and vegan pastrami!! It's so good. read more

Found a great place that is super close to my doggy daycare. There is free street parking in front of their business. This place seems to have a good flow of people coming in and out and seems to have a lot of regulars. Pros: -Really friendly workers that greet you when you walk in. -Lots of cute, well behaved dogs that come inside while their humans place their orders. -good savory and sweet options if you dine in (I ordered a lox bagel with cream cheese) -free WiFi and electric outlets -good background music Cons: -n/a Overall, I would recommend this place if you're in the area. read more

An amazing coffee shop! Finally tried it out and got the Iced Mocha with Oat Milk + the Lox Salmon Bagel! Both were great and I definitely will come back here again! read more

Kilovolt Coffee - Iced Mocha with Oat Milk + Lox Salmon Bagel - Cafes Near Me - Oakland, California

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The coffee here is pretty good and the food is tasty but make sure to check your drinks and food. There been a couple times now I haven't been given the extra things added to orders which is annoying since it costs extra. And I also notice that they don't fill the drinks up all the way so make sure to check before leaving so you can fix your order read more

Kilovolt Coffee - Coffee not filled at the way - Cafes Near Me - Oakland, California

I'm not one to demand fake smiley service but every time I come here I somehow encounter the surliest, moodiest people in the world.

A chai cold brew and a lavender rose latte are my go tos. And when they have them, a nice morning bun that has been warmed to crispy, crunchy, croissanty perfection hitsss. The art in there is really cute too.l Wish they did free oat alternatives! That would make it perfect read more

Hours posted as open until 2pm, but kitchen is closed before 1:30pm. Staff has chairs Up and looks like they are ready to clear out at 2pm sharp. Would be nice if they were open until 2pm and management hired staff to close between 2 and 3pm... alternatively, post close as 1pm. I do appreciate the bagels and decent coffee. Would give it 3.5 stars. read more

Met an old friend there for a coffee and a chinwag out front on a sunny Sunday. My partner got an iced tea and I got a brewed coffee. I noticed on the menu that it says "Refills $1.00 within three hours of original purchase!" We stood outside for 45 minutes or so, and before we left I went in, and placed my cup on the counter, and asked for a refill. I handed over a $5 bill and got a $1 in return, and a "look" from the person at the register. Not feeling like getting into it, I took my $4 "refill" and left. But it left a twitch over my right eye, and maybe it's on me for not saying "it's only been 45 minutes, I thought it was $1 refills" or maybe it's just that I got taxed. The coffee was good, FWIW, but there was easily detectable 'tude from the staff, and I see with a quick scroll that I'm not the first to notice it. NOTE: At the time we were there it would have been physically impossible for three hours to have elapsed since my purchase, as they wouldn't have been open. read more

This wasn't the first time I've gone to Kilovolt, nor will it be the last. I stopped by with a friend to get a coffee and a bite to eat before starting work the other day. While we weren't able to get our breakfast sandwiches on croissants, we were able to substitute everything bagels for the English muffins they normally come on and contentedly consumed them upon getting back to the jobsite. The chai latte wasn't the best I've had (I'm fairly picky with my chai and like it a little spicy), but it was alright and my friend had no complaints about their red eye. I'd definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area and have an extra 15 minutes. read more

Fantastic little coffee shop on the way to BART in west Oakland. Came here for a latte but wound up getting a bagel because it looks so good. Super inexpensive, the lox bagel was only 3 1/2 dollars. Great service, friendly staff. Good find. read more

Not sure if some of the employees were having a bad day, but the cashier/barista was definitely coming across as microaggressive. What started off as a very monotone cashier seemed to turn into a very negative experience. Here are some things I noticed while visiting: -Drink was very bland/water downed -Not given a lid despite customers before and after me receiving one for their iced beverages. -Sandwich took forever, yet the 5 people who ordered food after me all received their food before me. -Not asked for my name. I only point this out because the same cashier called out drink orders by name and the employee making sandwiches did the same. Finally the sandwich is ready and they keep calling some random persons name. I make eye contact with the the second employee and then the cashier and he blurts out it's mine. Lol like okay wtf did I do. Don't worry mediocre sandwiches and drinks water downed like piss...definitely won't be back. read more

Coffee shop? More like my favorite bagel spot. I have to tell myself all the time it's a coffeehouse even though I simply go for the bagels. This is my favorite place to go when I'm craving a lox bagel. The line gets long Fast from the morning rush! Similar to an Zombie apocalypse. That's how everyone acts before consuming their caffeine. Just like zombies pushing and groaning still half asleep. That's the only thing I think about when standing in line with them. They serve some pretty heaping portions of smoked salmon to bagel ratios here. I always cut my gums on the everything lox bagel because it's so large. They also have some other options of morning get ups. I'm no huge fan of coffees but they offer some great options for really standard prices. Their quiche is delicious too, it never last long on the countertop. However, my main concern is their delicious bagels. They are always so fresh and piping hot from the toaster, even after the toppings are added. They are never stingy with the toppings. I'm sure all first comers get the prices mixed up from reading the bored. If you look at some previous reviews it says "all bagels are $3.50", but to add lox toppings it's an extra 3.50. I usually add the onions and cucumbers also for a dollar extra. I end up paying around $8.50 total which isn't bad, or out of the normal for the portions received. From some of my fellow yelp reviewers I read the lox bagels were only $3.50. Got my hopes so high. I really wish that was a possibility. However, it's not. I don't mind paying the $8.50 but be aware of how you are reading the menu. read more

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