Nunu’s Cafe

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.

2.1 mi•Temescal, North Oakland

Weak coffee is not an option.

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Sanaa Cafe

4.5(184 reviews)

While there are many restaurants on Telegraph Avenue in Oakland, we keep returning to Sana's Cafe…read morewhere we've had consistently delicious breakfasts and lunches.

Discovered a new Mediterranean Cafe that carries variety of drinks, sweets and savories…read more Located at the corner of 48th St and Telegraph Ave in Downtown Oakland; Sana'a Cafe has a cozy vibe where one can hang out and chill. The interior makes one feel that you are in a high end cafe with its beautiful decor. Some many items to choose from, the person taking my order was very helpful in explaining the different kinds of drinks and pastries. Ordered the Ginger Honey Jobani as a hot drink, Biscoff Milkcake, Honeycomb, and a Beef Fatayer. There were several kinds of milkcakes which would have the texture like a tres leches cake. The Honeycomb had pockets of cream cheese and was drizzles with honey. The Meat Fatayer is like an empanada. The food and drink were very tasty. Highly recommend to stop by Sanaa Cafe and experience it. Their website shows more cafe openings in the future!

Inside decor

Golden latte and acai bowls

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Samoa Latte

Mother Tongue Coffee

4.4(89 reviews)

2.1 mi•North Oakland

I spilled my entire coffee at the bar while I was holding my baby and the baristas were so…read moreincredibly kind about it. Great coffee. Love drinking it at home and at their brick and mortar. Love their outdoor seating.

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!

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Decaf espresso martini

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Kinfolx

4.4(204 reviews)

1.1 mi•Uptown

Great coffee and awesome desserts…read more Been here a few times. Hot chocolate as well was rich and flavorful. I'm definitely coming back

I'm writing this review as a token of gratitude, after all of my attempts to pay for my cold brew…read morefailed (including the barista's offer to pay him directly using his Venmo account-- $7.00). It was an awkward few moments as I don't know what is going on with these apps, and I wish that I had picked up my debit card a few weeks ago (they don't accept cash, but they accept Cash App-- I didn't know this until all of my attempts to pay failed). My review of the cafe is only about 20% biased because of this kind gesture. I hope this cafe doesn't become overly crowded, as the mellow ambiance and the spaciousness of the place would be the reason why I'd personally return to this cafe. It seems conducive for working, studying, reading, and/or writing. I visited on a Sunday afternoon, and I only hear a low to moderate level of noise in the background. The name of the cafe might be a nod to, and/or a thoughtful commentary of the "Kinfolk" lifestyle magazine. I forget if they have Mormon roots and/or if they are Oregon-based. I never looked into it.

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Iced kinfolx latte

Timeless Coffee

4.1(138 reviews)

1.4 mi•Uptown

I bet other Yelper's will relate to the following: this is my go to, local spot for iced matcha and…read morecoffee beans. Here's the thing; I've never reviewed it! Why? I don't know. Today's the day! I love this place! It's a short walk from my place and was one of the first places I started to frequent when I moved here almost two years ago. The staff's great. I always enjoy the music they play. There's plenty of seating. All of their food/baked goods are made in house. All their offerings are high quality. It's a dairy free establishment. Neither here nor there for me, as I drink a variety of different milks. I'm very fortunate to have this option in my neighborhood.

I've been here a few times at the Piedmont location, and it's become one of my favorite spots. They…read morehave great vegan options, especially for breakfast and pastries, which can be hard to find. Today, I ordered the cardamom vanilla latte and asked for it to be less sweet, it was perfect. My partner got the pistachio latte and absolutely loved it. This is a staple spot for us, with excellent options for both vegans and non-vegans alike.

1.3 mi•Old Oakland, Oakland Chinatown

Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte

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Matcha Latte

Sana'a Cafe

4.4(191 reviews)

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.

2.3 mi•Piedmont Ave, North Oakland

Honeycomb bread and chai tea

Chicken and beef fatayer

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ROSE LATTE

Dek Doi Cafe

4.2(101 reviews)

The food, drinks, service, and seating was all great! I wish, though, that they still had the…read morecrispy chicken sandwich on the menu, though. I was a bit disappointed I wasn't able to get that again.

We wanted a cute spot for a coffee in a Sunday morning and this definitely had cute vibes. The…read morestaff was kind but it felt understaffed for the time of day and we had a long wait for our coffee since the barista also had to work the register. I was hoping for a good cup of coffee and crème brûlée was good but we thought it would be hot. The black sesame was really disappointing! And I try to be lenient but I was expecting a black sesame paste and this was coarsely ground sesame on the bottom of my drink. The matcha flavor was ok but not great and the black sesame really disappointed me. I would go for the Thai based flavors over the matcha.

4.1 mi•Dimond District, Lower Hills

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Toast

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Mohka House

4.8(204 reviews)

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.

Parking: street parking Entrance: no steps, appears neat…read morewith clean doors and window and has outdoor seating optional Interior: well lit, high ceiling, flat floors easy to walk and roll cart or wheelchair, chair and sofa seating Service: friendly, helpful, knowledgeable Food/Goods: various drinks, cold and hot dessert and savory selections

2.3 mi•Piedmont Ave, North Oakland

Our Yemeni tea is a black tea spiced with cardamom and nutmeg.

Menu as of April 2026

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Iced oat mocha and the honeycomb bread

Tea On Piedmont

4.2(225 reviews)

Stopped by Tea on Piedmont on a Sunday. It was easy to street park nearby, but there was…read moreenforcement walking around to check for paid parking so take that how you will lol. There was no wait, and the staff were genuinely friendly from the moment I walked in. Sometimes tea shops can feel a little rushed when they're busy, but this place had a relaxed, welcoming vibe. I ordered both a matcha latte and a hojicha latte to compare. The hojicha ended up being the clear winner for me. It had that warm, roasted flavor that makes hojicha so comforting without tasting overly sweet or heavy. It's the kind of drink I'd come back specifically to order again. The matcha latte was perfectly drinkable, but it didn't stand out the same way. It wasn't bad by any means, just not the most memorable. I'd definitely return, especially when I'm in the mood for a good hojicha latte and a quiet break while exploring Piedmont Avenue.

I've enjoyed each of the drinks I've tried, most recently the hojicha latte with boba. They also…read morehost pop ups, in particular I've attended the Nekosama pop ups. It's peaceful and calm here, even when it's busy. They also sell artwork from local artists.

2.2 mi•Piedmont Ave, North Oakland

Matcha latte with milk & honey

Jasmine strawberry fruit tea (04/2024)

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4th of July drinks for the fam

Caffe Chiave

3.6(376 reviews)

The food was really good, specially the Rigatoni Chicken Pesto, oh and the bread, the bread is so…read moregood. Dayana at the register and Edgar serving the tables really made a huge impact on our experience, I LOVE POLITE AND FUN SERVERS! Service is a 10/10. Food came hot and quick! Prices are really good and you can eat a plate of pasta for only $16 which, in this economy, I really appreciate. On the downside, the cleanliness of the place was poorly managed, there was a knife on the floor next to our table, and the floors were full of crumbs and little pieces of food dropped by the clients so the ambiance wasn't that good but for a quick lunch it's totally worth it. I will definitely come back!

First time here! Located on the famous Piedmont Avenue and just about 2 minutes away from Oakland…read moreKaiser Hospital. Super convenient spot. They open early at 7am and serve the full menu all day, including both breakfast and pasta options. The food is tasty and comes out fast. I'd definitely recommend the scramble. Service was friendly and polite, which always makes the experience better. Taste: 7/10 Service: 10/10 Cleanliness: 7/10

Turkey & Bacon Panini

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Napolean cake

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Kasi K.

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3 years ago

I moved about a year ago and every time I am in town, I go to Nunu's. LENTIL & RICE PILAF TOPPED WITH SALATA and their HUMMAS is the best in town. It has been at the top of my list for decades because they are consistantly delicious. read more

Dorjee T.

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4 years ago

Fantástico .

Ava C.

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5 years ago

Mocha was delicious! Happy to see another cafe in the neighborhood.

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The food was really good, specially the Rigatoni Chicken Pesto, oh and the bread, the bread is so…read moregood. Dayana at the register and Edgar serving the tables really made a huge impact on our experience, I LOVE POLITE AND FUN SERVERS! Service is a 10/10. Food came hot and quick! Prices are really good and you can eat a plate of pasta for only $16 which, in this economy, I really appreciate. On the downside, the cleanliness of the place was poorly managed, there was a knife on the floor next to our table, and the floors were full of crumbs and little pieces of food dropped by the clients so the ambiance wasn't that good but for a quick lunch it's totally worth it. I will definitely come back!

First time here! Located on the famous Piedmont Avenue and just about 2 minutes away from Oakland…read moreKaiser Hospital. Super convenient spot. They open early at 7am and serve the full menu all day, including both breakfast and pasta options. The food is tasty and comes out fast. I'd definitely recommend the scramble. Service was friendly and polite, which always makes the experience better. Taste: 7/10 Service: 10/10 Cleanliness: 7/10

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I really hate to have to write this review but Cafe Da Fonk! needs to get it together:(…read more Came here on a Saturday and was really stoked since I wanted to go to their location in SF but noticed they moved to Oakland and I happened to be in the area this day. Our orders were taken and we sat down to wait. There were a TON OF FLIES buzzing around and I kept having to wave them off especially when we got our order to the table, which honestly was gross. We were called to pick up our order, but only 1 of the 4 items was ready: Zadie's Masterpiece Breakfast Sando - Really tasty and enjoyed the biscuit it was on. Skimpy on the bacon, there was ONE piece but overall good breakfast sandwich. Next item ready 5 minutes later: Khadija's Slow Burn Harissa Hot Honey Breakfast Burrito - Really tasty. Definitely flavor packed and would order this again. *BUT there was an issue. Apparently the person that ordered before us asked for the same burrito to go...they NEVER got it and yet our order was ready. The person was pretty cool about it but they were definitely annoyed and gave us a look although it wasn't our fault. *The ordering system seems unorganized with the cashier writing orders on a slip of receipt paper and putting them on a stand by the kitchen. I wonder if the slips were out of order or fell and they skipped this persons to go order? IDK but they need a better system! We tried waiting for our coffees before starting to eat but then our food started getting cold...YOU KNOW WHY?... because the poor person that was taking orders was also in charge of making drinks. Having one person as cashier and barrista is NOT a good idea on a busy Saturday morning. It was hard for them to take a moment and focus on the drinks becuase people kept coming in an placing orders which means we waited for 20+ minutes before getting our drinks. By then our food was mostly eaten! Thankfully we noticed they had a water pitcher for free water which was a saving grace! The wait for drinks was so long that people that were already sitting when we arrived and had already eaten their food were JUST getting their drinks before us. HORRIBLE! I felt really bad for the cashier/barista :( Another turn off, there is no understanding on what to do with dirty dishes. Do we bus our table? If so where do we put it? We noticed people leaving plates by the water pitcher and cups, some put them on the long counter by the coffee area. There wasn't a garbage or compost bin, so we weren't sure where to put food scraps. There was a bin for "Plastic Only" but only the cup lids were plastic and the cup itself was paper, so where TF do you put that? We noticed a black plastic bin that someone had brought out from the back, so we placed our stuff in there but wasn't exactly sure. We tried to ask the cashier/barista but they were slammed with customers so we ccouldn't get their attention. IDK the place is just poorly organized and messy! There are tables for people to make artwork which is nice but on a busy Saturday it might have been nice to clean those areas up to allow people to sit. Sorry guys... *You need a dedicated barista! People waiting 20+ minutes for drinks is insane especially when the food comes out relatively fast. *Please clean up your restaurant. The amount of flies was gross and no one wants to swat them away from food & drinks. *Tell people if they should bus their own tables and if so.... *Make it clear where to leave plates, cups, garbage, compost etc.

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3.5

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