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    Mosley's Cafe

    4.3 (312 reviews)
    ModerateCafes, Coffee & Tea
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Quiet
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    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Salmon toast
    Patty P.

    I have been to Mosley's a bunch of times but not since some changes to the exterior and to the menu. We did a long walk from the east to west side of Alameda and stopped by Mosley's for lunch. We had Lox toast and Turkey, Bacon Croissant and both were delicious! Beautiful views and just a lovely place to visit to be by be water. Service was also quick and helpful.

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    Cyn K.

    4.5/5 Overview: Cute little café on the water, Chai Latte was super yum, hidden behind residential areas off of Grand St ---- Mosley's is located on the water right across from Coast Guard Island. It's pretty hidden away and if my friend hadn't recommended me this place I would have completely missed it! I ordered their Chai Latte $5.50 ($6.07 after tax). It was sooo good, the right amount of spice and sweetness (it's on the sweeter side if you're into that, I definitely am!). ---- Notes: - right on the water, so great views - there are seats along the walkway entrance and in the café area itself (10+ seats along walkway, and around 10 seats in the café area) - there are cute nautical-themed bag hooks underneath to hang bags or jackets so they aren't on the floor - the seats in the sun don't have much shade so it can get a bit hot - I prefer their seats in the café area because it's much cooler and the views are still great - there's a self service station with different condiments, utensils, sugar, water, and napkins - service was great, friendly ---- They offer a fairly large range of drinks (mainly cold brews and teas, and alcohol options), food, and sweet treats that I can't wait to try on my next visit! Their coffee is mostly cold brew options, they don't offer any espresso or espresso-based drinks. I subtracted half a star because my only complaint is that they don't have prices written for the items in the pastry case :( To me, it doesn't make sense that wrote a price for their honey ($17), but not for any of their sweet treats. ---- Overall: I'd definitely be back for their Chai Latte and views, hopefully next time they'll have prices listed for their pastries and I'll try some of those as well

    Chris L.

    I know Mosley's has been around for a while (40 years) but Alameda keeps getting cooler and cooler after my discovery of this cafe. Enjoyed a latte and pastry on the porch perched above the Oakland Estuary at Grand Marina. Cute and quaint however lots of renovations going on so I look forward to visiting soon. Wine, beer and other snacks are on the menu. Opens 8am daily except for Monday. Check them out !

    Lovely location on the water, friendly staff, fabulous choices for breakfast, snacks, pastries & coffees

    Bagel and matcha
    Gisela C.

    Mosley's was so yummy and had the cutest view. The food was delicious and came out super quick. They also have self serve water and utensils if needed.

    Pastries
    Jasmine Y.

    The people here are so friendly and kind. Such a bubbly personality! I had the cold brew cappuccino and my friend had the Carmel latte, he had no complaints about his. I wish my cold brew was just a bit stronger! Usually I get a buzz after drinking 1/3 of any cold brew. This one didn't quite kick. Had the maple bacon focaccia, it was great. Sweet and savory, the focaccia was so soft/moist. Literally almost like a donut! I was happy to try this-- thank goodness I shared! It was a huge piece! Ordered a croissant sandwich bacon and ham, and the BLT was ordered. Solid food, nothing spectacular but nothing was amiss! I had a great time considering the weather, staff, and how easy it was to find parking! I highly recommend outdoor seating.

    Blueberry and Cherry Muffin
    Patrick L.

    This place is very scenic right on the dock of the boats. It was a little bit hard to find but with the trek. The staff were super friendly and the muffins here are amazing. Got a blueberry and cherry muffin with a cup of hot chocolate on a cold day.

    View of the estuary from Mosley's
    Tony M.

    To say I adore Mosley's Café would be an understatement. It's a small neighborhood café located at the end of the main pier at Grand Marina, and it's the most friendly, welcoming place. They have a great drink selection--coffee, specialty coffee drinks, beer, and a variety of sodas and non-alcoholic specialty drinks. The pastries and treats are excellent, with options like muffins, brownies, and more. There's also a small but solid lunch menu. My favorite is the turkey grilled cheese--with added jalapeños, of course. The location and scenery are incredible. It's literally at the end of a short pier, right on the water. You can sit and enjoy your coffee, beer, or lunch while soaking in the peaceful, tranquil setting. There's a beautiful view of the marina and estuary, and you can watch kayakers, boaters, paddleboarders, and even Coast Guard ships leaving the island--something I always enjoy since it doesn't happen too often. The people who work there are some of the nicest you'll meet. They know my name, my kids' names--even my dogs' names. I love everything about this place: the ambiance, the location, the views, the service, and the wonderful people who run it.

    Bagel & Cream Cheese
    Anna T.

    Very simple meal. Nothing too special to their foods but the view is super worth it with 1-2 friends to accompany you. They're super friendly as well!

    interior
    Ray F.

    A cool little waterfront cafe. Went with a breakfast croissant the first morning with a cup of coffee. It was a good sandwich and hit the spot for me, that brought me back more than once. Its close proximity to the harbor where my boat was moored made it an easy choice while there. Next day, I went for lunch and ordered the BLT with avo it was again an excellent choice and also the grilled Palva pork sandwich to go, both were great on their own. The pork sammich later that evening was an excellent choice for my late day meal. Also tried the chicken salad sando my last day in town and it was equally impressive. A really flavorful, full chicken salad, served on a great toasted bread. They also carry the best ginger beer on the planet, imho Bundaberg... get one Great friendly kind service, solid food options on the small but dedicated to quality menu boards, made fresh to order. I tired a variety of the baked pastries as well, each was really good, the scones outstanding. A cool little cafe a with a seriously great view of the water, coast guard station, and marinas. Look for the harbor master office, the cafe is around back on the water front. 4.5 Stars rounded up for the staff and cool customers I encountered each day 00947

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    Ricky Yosef P S.

    Its our first time to come here and the view is really nice and comfortable while you drink the coffee or tea they have, also they have delicious snacks for your hungry tummy. The employee is nice and helpful too.

    Alicia L.

    Mosley's cafe is the cutest brunch spot in Alameda to visit on a beautiful day! It's nestled behind the harbor master office and offers stunning waterfront views of the bay! Their breakfast croissants and quiche were delicious and they also have a great selection of IPAs! They only have outdoor seating and the seating area is small so best for groups of 2 on sunny days! :)

    Avocado toast, BLT

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    Hi Claudia S, Thank you for the kind words. We so appreciate you.

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    Nice breakfast on a sunny deck with a great marina view. Friendly owner and staff. Recommended.

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    Coffee was brown water and milk. Service was crap and rude. Ownership and menu as a result has changed

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    Definitely some of the best coffee in alameda and the staff are very nice! Food is also very good too.

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    Hi Tammy, thank you for the kind words. We can’t wait to feed you.

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    Thank you! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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    Hi Frida, Thank you for the kind words, we really appreciate it!

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    Great ambiance and a perfect place to catch up with friends in the sun. Food was good for a cafe.

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    Hi Jon, so glad you enjoyed the Cafe. Come back soon!

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    Just a heads-up folks - the photos of the menu posted here on yelp are old. No more crepes and omelettes. Just pastries and coffee.

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    Thank you. Hope to see you again soon.

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    Ask the Community - Mosley's Cafe

    Do you have any gluten free options?

    Hi Rachel, we have GF bread so all of our options can be made GF. We also have an oatmeal bake ( steel cut oats, fruit, yogurt, milk, eggs, spices) that's GF.

    Can I bring my small dog?

    Of course!

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    A lovely spot to kill time while my son was out on the water. Upon opening the door, I was greeted…read morewarmly by the staff and made to feel quite welcome. The seating is mostly at table tables along the wall walls of window. It was kind of neat to be able to sit and watch people walk by in the traffic as it ebbed and flowed toward the bridge. The early morning was rather quiet outside so it wasn't noisy at all. I had a lovely chai latte, extra spicy. It was perfect after the chilly walk to this little space of warmth. They had a nice selection of pastries, ultimately I chose a danish because I love them. This one did not disappoint. It was tender and flaky and went perfectly dipped in my chai. If ever, we are in the area again, I will definitely pay another visit. It was nice to step into a local place that wasn't a chain. I think the quality of staff and consumable offerings was just so much better than you would find at one of the other places.

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    Cute little indy coffee shop nestled in an older shopping strip. Place has counter seating for…read moreabout 6 peeps, but if the place gets busy(easy to happen) and if you eat there, people waiting in line will be directly over your head. Just fyi. Mint Iced Vietnamese Coffee ($6ish/5*). Tried this during the last holidays and it was fantastic. I already love Vietnamese coffee and this had a soft cream on top with grated mint candy. So festive and just hit for that season. Wonder if they can do it all year round? Smoked Salmon Bagel ($9.50/4*) Nice toasty smaller bagel with all the usuals of soft lox n cream cheese, capers and red onions. Loved the compact size as it didn't put a lead weight in my gut in the AM hours. The bagel crust tho is kinda hard and brittle, almost crouton hard which I thought was strange. But the interior was indeed soft yet chewy. Iced Cold Brew ($4/4*) Pretty smooth. I only asked for a kiss of cream and it was just right. I prefer a more robust roast finish but still quite serviceable. I liked how the owner knew a lot of the customers by name. Since I'm not a reg, I actually was the only one who didn't get called by name on a weekday morning. Love the small town vibe and even tho not a reg, I'd still hit this up if in the neighborhood.

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    Yet another boba chain has hit the bay...! This time, Tomo Tea-- not bad! Always good to have…read moreoptions :P My partner and I ordered online and picked up at the door, so this is purely for the drinks since we didn't sit in. WINTER MELON MILK TEA (light ice, brown sugar boba): Not too sweet! Kind of a bummer they can't adjust sweetness, but at least it's balanced well. The wintermelon flavor is deliciously strong. The boba though... Overcooked and mushy texture with very little flavor. My partner was fine with his usual mango sago. I think we need to try their coffees and specialty drinks next (looking at the Pandan Milk Tea and Phin Egg Coffee...)

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