Souvenir Coffee

Showed up for breakfast today. Friendly staff recommended the Vietnamese coffee it was good…read more Breakfast sandwiches are to die for. Nice decor , laid back atmosphere, however do be kind and bus your own table as sign says. I didn't see anyone not doing it . just that's the vibe here if you come here just keep the good vibes flowing 5/5 way recommended

This is a cute little spot in Claremont, the herbs patio is very charming specially when the days…read moreare nice and sunny, and is pet friendly, internet works great and space is comfortable. The coffee was good, we had iced and hot latte and shared a veggie egg sandwich which was okay. They have a selection of coffee bags for sale and a few in a discount table.

Brown sugar sage latte with oat milk~7

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Outdoor area in the back

Baker & Commons

3.7(316 reviews)

0.3 mi•Elmwood

Coffee and service and ambiance of sitting outside were all lovely…read more The biscuit sandwich I'm sorry to say was overrated. The biscuits fell apart, and as a sandwich it was a little dry and missing something, maybe a savory jam would've helped? Next time I'll try something sweet instead - the pastries look great.

This is one of my go to coffee spots. Great oatmilk lattes served in a bowl! Definitely get your…read moremoneys worth. I've tried the savory cheddar & scallion scone along with the biscuit and jam. Both items are very flavorful with a soft flaky texture. I love all of the outdoor seating too. The inside seating is usually crowded and the acoustics make it very loud! It tends to be a bit humid inside as well, so outside is always my preference.

0.8 mi•Rockridge, Elmwood, North Oakland

The coffee bar where you order and pick up drinks.

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Side parklet and East windows at Baker and Commons

La Farine

4.4(863 reviews)

Their fresh fruit tarts are works of art! They typically have a variety of fruit combinations so…read moreyou can select one that has your favorites! The right balance of cream, fruit, and flaky crust. They also have a variety of delicious morning buns--savory and sweet, depending on your preference. Parking is sometimes a little tough but worth the effort!

Giving 3 stars because, out of the 3 cookies I tried, the iced lemon oatmeal was the only one I…read moreenjoyed--and even that was just OK. They do have a nice selection of interesting cookies to choose from, though! I also tried the Jezebel (chocolate chip, almond, and dried apricots) and the chocolate chip/pecan. The cookies just weren't quite my personal preference. They're more on the dry side and not especially sweet, whereas I tend to prefer a sweeter, chewier cookie. The staff behind the counter was nice and helpful, which I appreciated. I'd definitely go back to try some of their other baked goods like the morning bun or ham & cheese croissant, tho!

0.8 mi•Rockridge, North Oakland

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Mini Cupcake. $2.25.

Cole Coffee

4.2(444 reviews)

My favorite coffee in the bay area! Unbeatable flavor and richness. Cole beans (takeout window)…read morearound the corner is a little better than the sit down store front's coffee in my opinion, maybe based on the skill of the baristas.

Caffeine with my best friend! She recommended we check out Cole Coffee for their specials. I've…read moredriven and walked past countless times, yet had never been, so we were both very excited! The cafe is a community watering hole. A mix of neighbors hanging out, students and working folks on their computers, families dropping by--just a steady flow of customers. The cafe isn't too big. There are tables inside for pairs, as well as some outdoor dining--definitely a cozy neighborhood charm to it. To drink, I opted for one of their specials. I got an Iced Maple Chai with Soy Milk. The drink was on the sweeter side, with barely any chai flavor. It also didn't come with any peculiar ice. My friend got her own drink and noted it was pretty intense, with minimal seasonal flavoring. I guess we were expecting a bit more from a popular spot! Cole Coffee is a neighborhood favorite. Find them on the corner of 63rd with residential street parking. Glad my best friend and I could go, but not sure if I'll be back!

1.3 mi•Rockridge, North Oakland

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Order counter is cozy yet efficient.

Highwire Coffee Roasters

4.0(317 reviews)

a lovely coffee shop after i checked out the Market Malls. i was persuaded to try out their iced…read morematcha, and im glad i went for it: it was a banger. it had a sweet flavor that i felt balanced out that green flavor you always get from matcha nonetheless, its a clean coffee shop with good service and a clean ambiance. prices brazy

I ordered a vanilla latte and espresso tonic…read more Vanilla latte coffee flavor wasn't too strong and more on the milky side. I personally didn't like the espresso tonic but it was my first time trying so I can't say too much on it. The prices were expensive but staff were friendly.

1.2 mi•Rockridge, North Oakland

Inside view

Dogs always welcome!

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Ain't Normal Cafe

4.0(216 reviews)

Brief Summary: - Located near the BART station…read more- Unique coffee, tastes like there is noticeable fruit notes - Coffee is not sour - Interior and exterior seats available - Simple and super tasty dishes that are perfect for breakfast or brunch What I loved most about this cafe is the food dishes, so I'll start here first. When I go into a cafe, dishes usually include sandwiches, baked sweets, pancakes or waffles. But there are times when I look at the menu and I'm trying to wake up, so I want a simpler menu. Here, they have the toast with butter. Yes, this is the perfect dish for the moment that I tend to have when choosing the first meal of the day. I also love their other menu, which is the toast with a canned fish. The cafe also sells these alongside coffee beans. The toast is sliced thick with a generous smear of butter. The toast surface has a golden shine from the melted butter. Every bite has a juicy butter taste. On the side of toast is a side of a beautiful semi-boiled egg with a runny yolk -- my favorite type of way to eat yolks. Next time, when I visit here, I will definitely try the canned fish and eat that for breakfast. That is another good breakfast menu I would love to have and try with a cup of coffee.

I've been here a handful of times over the years, usually for a meeting or because I desperately…read moreneeded caffeine before entering Trader Joe's. I'll give it to you straight. The good: Their vanilla latte is genuinely good. Flavorful, balanced, and not overly sweet. The food is decent too. The bad: Why is a vanilla latte pushing $7 these days and still arriving nowhere near the top of the cup? When I asked about it, I was told it's just one ice cube short of the normal volume. But consistently? Maybe that's what they mean by Ain't Normal. My bigger issue is the service. Maybe I've caught them on off days, but the staff has consistently come off with a bit of attitude. Nobody needs a parade when they order coffee, but a little warmth goes a long way, especially when you're charging specialty coffee prices. At the end of the day, the coffee is good enough that I've come back more than once. I just wish the cups were fuller and the customer service matched the quality of the drinks.

0.8 mi•Rockridge, North Oakland

Savory Scone

Oat latte

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Butter Toast

Philz Coffee

4.1(485 reviews)

Alyssa nails my drink every time (and I think I am very picky how it's made). I wish I could ask…read morefor her to make my drink on the mobile app. It's PERFECT with the amount of sugar, and frothy but smooth cream. *chefs kiss* And her sincerity with the customers is nice to see in such a busy coffee shop

The space is so poorly designed it actually annoyed me to come here. Everybody funnels to the back…read moreof the shop where we crowd around only one (!) POS register. The signs are not clear or informative at all. Then they missed an ingredient in my beverage. It's the complete opposite of the location on Gilman Street! Just arrggghh! Did it suck this bad before Philz was acquired by private equity?

Every cup handmade with genuine love

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Medium Iced Mint Mojito (~$6)

Binge Coffee House

4.6(431 reviews)

0.8 mi•Downtown Berkeley

Family-owned & operated

Locally owned & operated

I was craving Vietnamese coffee, and my friend suggested we try Binge, I'm so glad we did because I…read moreloved it! I ordered the egg coffee, and my friend and I also got the popcorn chicken to share. The coffee was so yummy! It had a nice, strong coffee flavor. It was my first time trying egg cream and I enjoyed it. The popcorn chicken was also tasty and it came in a generous portion. I especially liked the sauce that came with it. We placed an online order, so everything was ready as soon as we got there, which was convenient. The store was clean and spacious, and I thought the prices weren't bad! I'm definitely a huge fan of Binge and would love to come back. Makes me wish we had coffee spots like Binge back home!

Listen, maybe I'm a hater but it's a no for me dawg. I was so so excited to try, and hopefully,…read morelove this place. But alas, it fell a bit short for me. We went on a Fri morning right around opening and it wasn't very crowded. Ordered at the kiosk and our order came out pretty quickly with my husband getting the cookie butter matcha and me getting the ube matcha. Idk if it was our timing or order, but the matcha was slightly watery and did not have a strong flavor. Additionally, my ube tasted like straight coconut than ube to the point where my husband was like yo they dyed some coconut foam purple LOL I highly doubt that was the case, but point made. The interior is fine, small but tables and wifi if you want to get some work done or study. Prices are what they are for matcha right now so I was sad to pay those prices and get a drink that was just okay. I'm not sure I'd give this spot a chance again, but eh there are a lot of competitors to give a try instead.

Strawberry Matcha Latte

Pandan Matcha Latte

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Ube Matcha Latte

The Chocolate Dragon Bittersweet Cafe & Bakery

4.1(776 reviews)

1.5 mi•North Oakland

I came by this past Saturday and loved the delicious variety of pastries, baked treats, sweets, and…read morebeverages offered at this adorable cafe, including hot chocolates, flavored coffees and tea, banana blueberry bread, and so many unique chocolate bars. Service was friendly and sufficient, and I appreciated the option to sit inside or among the sidewalk seating. I opted for outdoors which was ideal with shaded tables, beautiful skies, and live music happening in front of the shop next door, as there was a community event happening along College Avenue. I got a chocolate milkshake which was pretty standard. They use vanilla ice cream, then just add the requested flavor. It was tasty nonetheless. I also tried the house bread pudding, made using chocolate croissants. It takes 10 minutes or so to be ready and is so worth the wait, moist and chocolatey, a hint of spice. Quite satisfying, if you ask me. Altogether I was pleased with my experience here.

The caramel latte was DELICIOUS and SO flavorful... which unfortunately isn't great news for my…read morepockets because I already know I'm coming back for more. I definitely want to come back and try some of their other lattes because if the caramel one is any indication, I'm in trouble! I also really appreciate that they have certain days where laptops aren't allowed and set time limits to make sure everyone gets a chance to enjoy the space and chill. I love that concept! I went on a Sunday afternoon and the ambiance was perfect! quiet, cozy, and not too loud. Definitely a cute spot to grab a coffee, relax, and enjoy your drink without feeling rushed.

Fun decorations

Chocolate Chai with oat milk!

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Milyar Coffee

4.3(159 reviews)

1.4 mi

Beautiful, spacious cafe in Berkeley! The decor and ambiance is very beautiful, with bright and…read morewelcoming lighting. Easily accessible by public transportation, and is a short walk from Ashby BART. I love Middle Eastern Desserts, so when I was invited to a casual gathering here, I was delighted to check out Milyar's offerings. It was verrrryyyyy slowwwwww. I think we all waited 20 minutes-ish as they rolled out our orders. Because I'm a sucker for desserts, here's what I tried: Pistachio milk cake: suuuuper moist Chicken mustan: warm and savory with shredded chicken on the inside Knafeh cheesecake: Cheesecake Factory could never! Knafeh has grown on me since I first tried it, and I enjoyed this in cheesecake form. Pistachio Baklava: a classic! This was nice and big, like a small pie slice, and was soooo good. They also gave our gathering a Dubai chocolate milk cake and two baklavas for free.

Beautiful cafe! Power outlets throughout the cafe. Delicious food and drinks. All drinks can be…read moredecaf! The barista was very nice. They changed shifts at 7? The guy working was super nice on a Sunday evening. Perfect place to study or get some work done. The best part is they open late until 10 or midnight sometimes.

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Martin D.

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4 years ago

Sacks closed back in Nov 2020. This space was shut down for over a year until sometime this June 2022. Place was remodeled, cleaned out, but unfortunately made smaller. I lived in the area for over decade and this spot was a favorite for neighbors and students. Been here twice and twice they didn't have any food left (and it's just pastries). A lady asked for decaf and young lady told her politely that they didn't have any, only drip coffee? Offered her an Americano. Ok. I asked for a mocha, took sometime to make, yet there was no other orders in front of me. Mocha, unfortunately was quite sweet. Didn't drink it. Stopped by last week, but they were already closed; there were 4 other students with backpacks surprised the place was closed so early. I can tell you that folks in this area were accustomed to the 7am-7pm hours from before (and sometimes opened up to 10pm, even 11pm during midterms/finals- this place was always jammed packed with students). Just sad to see this place shut down by 5pm daily. After 5pm it returns back to the unopened/unused space people lived with these last 2 years. If you visit, you know you're at Souvenir by the scribble made on their window (they used a marker and wrote their name + hours); it just comes across as of they're not being serious about their business on College Ave. this is too bad. Additionally, they're missing out on the other clientele- the Berkeley Playhouse just across the street. They have shows throughout the year and students at practice- they all came for coffee, snacks, food and hanged out--before and after practice and shows, but Souvenir is closed after 5p daily. Really hope they catch up with what seems to be a long soft-opening and adapt to this neighborhood. read more

Souvenir Coffee - coffee - Updated September 2026

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coffee was solid and pastries were fresh from their bakery. staff is friendly remembers regulars…read more place has chill vibe good for working or just hanging out. decent neighborhood spot.

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Ridiculously understaffed and under supplied!! No hot breakfast food and out of basic things like…read moreyoghurt and granola at 9 am on a Sunday morning! As a Diamond guest at the Hilton hotel next door - this is unacceptable.

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