Decided on a new spot to grab some chai tea as they had a few different options available - chocolate, spicy and house. Was quite surprised by the location, definitely a hidden gem that sits behind a brick building on a side street. There is a huge park area ideal for a picnic or sitting in the grass and chillin out. The spicy chai reminded me of Rasa coffee which recently closed and was my favorite chai tea spot. We also ordered the sausage egg mich-sandwich and it was so good - chorizo, egg, cheese and a spicy sauce blended in. The English muffin bread itself was so good. Will be back to get another fix soon ! read more

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The first time I came here I remember leaving underwhelmed by the coffee but loving the general atmosphere. Glad to say that I did come back and have to change my mind regarding the coffee (no changes to the atmosphere of course- nice outdoor green space/field nearby) The latte was decent and better than the first time around. Good amount of coffee flavor and the milk helped balance out the bitterness. Again, a solid latte but nothing spectacular. Decent priced drinks, expect around $5 for anything in Berkeley, and friendly staff. Might have to try out some of the more adventurous drinks they have as a comparison.They do have food vendors that rotate through so check their website to see what it might be, haven't tried any of those yet so might need to come back for that. read more

The hidden cafe is more about vibes and location for me than anything else. It's painful to give them a lower rating since it's a beautiful cafe and staff is kind, but functionality it just is not it. The bathroom is tough the access, which matters at a cafe because you can't just leave your things behind if you're coming alone. Seating is so cramped and I'd bring a fully charged computer because it's a fight for the outlets. The drinks are also just decent.. And parking in the neighborhood is scarce to none. I wouldn't come here to study or work remotely, nor would it be my first choice if I wanted to get a drink, but a good place to read or stop in if you have a blanket out on the lawn. read more

WHEN: Sun @Noon It's the pandemic and I'm still on the hunt for outdoor cafes. PARKING - There is a decent amount of free street parking since it's located next to a park. Although there are seatings indoors with a huge window opening, The Hidden Cafe is located where an open grass field is big enough for most people to relax in. They even provide blankets to do so. There are maybe 6 tiny tables for 2 people to sit at each with a bit of shade covering. They have their on bathroom! There's a key and a map and it's located outside around the corner. No need to use the park's one. They have their own cafe of pastries and drinks and in the back is MICHOZ serving up some yummy Peruvian food! I wish the cafe drink men included the prices. Here's what I had: KOKUTO LATTE I don't remember how much but it's pretty much a regular latte. Again I have poor taste in coffee drinks. I remember asking the barista what kokuto was but not remembering what he said. I just looked it up, it's just brown sugar. FRUIT SPRITZA Strawberry Syrup, Grapefruit, Seltzer It tastes exactly how it sounds...light on the sweet side. Yay paper straw, it was cute. "POLLO A LA BRASA" CHICKEN STRIPS - $12 Crispy chicken thigh. Marinated in Aji Pancake (Peruvian pepper) serviced with Ahi Amarillo "Everything" sauce. Oh boy these were so tasty! There were maybe about 8-10 pieces? It has great flavors and the sauce was so good I just wish to know what it was! Give this a try! I will come back for these. I had a great time. I loved how there are benches and shady shots on the lawn, and it's great for people watching. Love that they provide blankets and all this makes this place very kid and pet friendly. read more

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When I order a $7 latte, I expect it to be full, not 1/2 full. Need more careful attention, this felt unacceptable and ruined my experience.

So the coffee was great and so was the food. For a chai, a latte, breakfast burrito and like a (korean?) inspired danish. The service was lowkey lacking. Hence reducing it by one star. Not saying it was bad by any means but my order took foreverrrrrrr. The barista apologized a couple times (pretty sure they forgot to heat our food) and I get that they were busy but not the best vibe for a first experience. Don't let that stop you though. I'd still go back read more

I think this place is perfect if you want a nice place to hang out. Food/drink wise it wasn't for me but could be what I ordered. It's a little tucked away, but there's a huge lawn outside where people set up blankets and hang around on, and the interior is super cozy and cute. There's plenty of seating indoors and outdoors, so it's the perfect place to hang out. I ordered the Paloma spritz but they ran out of one of the syrups. The staff were kind enough to modify the drink for me with another one of their syrups. Kind of tasted like a sparkling grapefruit drink. Refreshing, but not too special. I also ordered the magic purple square, and it definitely tastes vegan hahah. It's pretty filling since it's filled with coconut shavings and nuts, I probably wouldn't order it again since it's not my cup of tea. Would come back to study or hang out with friends if I'm in the area read more

Cute little cafe in Berkeley! You can walk around in the park or sit in the cafe. Either way, it's a nice place!

The drinks are good but nothing stuck out. It was just decent coffee. The building was really cute though and they had a little bubble machine for your inner child to enjoy while you sip on your par coffee. The neighborhood is really cute and the cakes are good but if you don't like seeds then you might not want them cuz I didn't know and i haha I don't like seedy seedy jams. The service was fair. Ordered and left lol. But did not like the vibe of being rushed when i just got to the front of the line to order and people were glaring at me to hurry up and order. read more

Sweet little café buried in strawberry creek park. Almost no place to sit inside; just one long table with every chair typically taken by people typing on their laptops. If it's a sunny day, you can sit outside; there are a few tables provided, but even better to sit on the grass if you have a blanket. The coffee is only so-so... skip it and get another beverage instead. It's a cute place to stop on a weekend morning, just be prepared for a wait. read more

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Food - 5/5 Ambiance- 5/5 Drinks- 4/5 I cannot think of a more picturesque coffee shop. After getting our drink we pulled out picnic chairs and sat for a while. There were musicians practicing, children playing and dogs running. Such a warm, community feel to this place. Food (Michoz Pop up shop): Mich-Muffin - Very tasty! Probably one of the top 5 breakfast sandwiches I've had. Can get a bit messy with the egg and cheese but worth it for sure. Choripán - This was my favorite item ordered! Absolutely delicious. Loved the chimichurri sauce with the sausage. I also added the onion salad in the sandwich and so good. Drinks: Flat White- my bfs drink, great coffee and probably the best of the 4 we ordered Dirty Chai - Nothing spectacular but good. I didn't think the chai or espresso were strong at all. Matcha - meh. Again, nothing crazy, but your standard matcha Fruit sparkle tea - now this was good! I'll reorder this on a warm summer day. Super refreshing and not overly sweet read more

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The Hidden Cafe is in such a beautiful location and has such a wonderful cozy vibe. The service was super friendly and welcoming, as well as very quick. The cheddar scallion scone, I can with confidence say, was one of the best scones I've ever had. It was light and fluffy with a delicate crisp crust, and ever so slightly sweet. The sweet potato brownie was also lovely. The lattes however were not my favorite, very watery, although the flavor remained. Altogether a good experience. read more

The Hidden Cafe - Sweet potato brownie, cheddar scallion scone, almond milk latte, kokuto oat milk latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

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The Hidden Cafe is probably my top spot for coffee in the Bay Area! It's hidden in a quiet neighborhood and I love the community feel and vibe it has to it. The inside is so cute (and small) but luckily there is huge grass area right in front where you can sit in the grass and enjoy your coffee. I usually get a iced Kokuto latte which basically tastes like a elevated sweet vanilla latte. I also really love their sticky buns. Service is really fast and the staff here are so friendly and nice. read more

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This special cafe anchors the beautiful Strawberry Creek Park. A beautiful, unique community has flourished, in large part, a credit to Andy and Asako who have nurtured this community where all people, from infants to elders to furry friends are welcomed with delicious drinks, foods, and the extra touches like blankets and extra tables upon request that make it a daily destination to both work and relax. For decades, I've worked all around this country, and I am someone who appreciates good cafe culture. The Hidden Cafe ranks in my top 3 all-time! (This review is for people who want to be in a positive environment and who understand that a good community is a reciprocal relationship. ) There are so many hidden treasures that I won't reveal here, but if you are looking for that special place to do your thing, you probably found it here! (They are closed on Mondays. ) read more

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Lives up to its name haha. I couldn't see it from the car/ road. Another way to view it is "a hidden gem", which happens to be directly facing a park full of picnickers! I love the vibe! I decided to get their cheddar scallion scone and turmeric latte. I wish the scone was warmed up but it was so good as is already haha. The turmeric latte was light and comforting. Love the friendly staff. So glad i stumbled into this hidden gem :) read more

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This is the coolest little coffee shop! We were visiting from Southern California and stumbled upon this little cafe on Yelp. The location was adorable! The inside is small but there is a few seats.. but most people seemed to prefer to sit outside on the grass with their personal blankets and chairs. Dog friendly too! The whole setting was very relaxing. We took the opportunity to take tons of pictures, and we were never judged. The coffee also tastes great & the staff members are insanely nice. We will definitely be back next time we visit! Note: - there's not much parking besides street parking - there ARE milk alternatives - food items are also sold - dog friendly! read more

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Due to the pandemic, I will be removing criteria that I had added to my reviews, such as restaurant ambience, mood, and wait time. This review will only focus on the dish. Quick Summary - cozy interior - coffee is not sour - After you order, listen carefully for your name - I enjoyed the red quinoa salad I had this cafe in my list of places to go and drink, and finally the opportunity arrived. It was a really warm day when we visited the cafe, so even though I usually order a hot coffee I already decided on ordering something colder. The cafe is located in a long strip of a park with trees and a serene river with a bridge to walk over. There were families sitting on the grass with picnic sheets. It had a very peaceful atmosphere. It was around lunchtime, when we walked here, so there was a line out the door. As we waited in line, there was a small sign with two menus: food and drinks. Since the sun was bright outside and my appetite was on the low end, after reviewing the menu, I thought of trying out the salad. This day, it was called the red quinoa salad. For the drinks, I ordered the iced Americano and the iced kokuto latte. I was curious on how this would taste. For the Americano, the staff asked if I liked it with cream and sugar and I said yes to both. The drinks arrived first. For the drinks, they will be placed near the window closest to the entrance, and they will call out the name through there. It might be hard to hear, if you are inside, so when you feel it should be the time when your order is done, listen for your name. Same for the food: someone from the kitchen will walk outside and call out your name. The coffees were delicious, not sour at all. My relative was very pleased with the wonderful ice amount in the drink: just enough to cool it down and to not water the coffee. The Americano had a refreshing flavor, while the kokuto had a splendid sweet taste. It energized me from walking around in the warm later summer heat. We enjoyed the red quinoa salad very much. I would also add that the quinoa was prepared very well. It was like eating soft rice grains, not the hard brown rice like texture. This salad also had a tart sour flavor to it, so it was a great refreshment food to beat the summer. I'm not sure about the cheese topping, but it might have been goat or sheep cheese, which I like. Next time I come here, I want to try their hot coffees too read more

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Great working spot. Large swathe of grass and park outside. Pretty good cup of joe with a fantastic ambiance read more

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Quaint location close to park for sun soaking. Also has playground nearby. Latte was very good. Pastries were standard, not crazy. Small interior with limited seating. Staff was friendly and accommodating. The real shining quality is the ivy covered brick facade and the grassy park. read more

Hidden Cafe can try to hide, but I find it every time. I'm glad their employees don't hide, even though I do love playing hide & seek. I don't think I would enjoy it as much if the only way I could get my coffee from here is by finding the hidden employees at hidden cafe. Trying to find a barista to order coffee, before I've had coffee, sounds daunting. Although, it would make that cup of joe so much more rewarding. Honestly, if the employees did start hiding, I'd still go here. That's how good their coffee and carrot cake is and how confident I am in my seeking abilities. Luckily, this is something I haven't had to face. All the employees here are extremely friendly and very easy to find. I'm happy that Hidden Cafe is not good enough at hiding to the point where it would run itself out of business. I love going here! read more

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Cute place . Sandwiches pastries coffee tea ! Nice outdoor space for families and doggies

I loved this place immediately when I discovered it using Yelp. Their cookies are always warm and perfectly crispy, pairing well with the houjicha latte (or honey matcha, can't go wrong!). The inside isn't open to the public right now but they are happy to let you know what baked goods are available behind the window. The owner (I think husband/wife duo) let me peek inside and it's quaint with pretty dried florals hanging (wife is a florist). Menu is available when you approach the window. They take cash or card right now. The cafe is a few steps away from a small bridge crossing strawberry creek, and nearby is a neat playground nestled within the trees. Seating options - the cafe is faced with a large grassy area that many people picnic on (can get muddy after rains). There are a couple built in park benches, and then two picnic tables plus two small round tables with chairs owned by the cafe. Across the bridge there are two picnic tables near the creek, a bench, and a handful of picnic tables next to the play set. read more

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One of my favorite cafes in the area hands down. The atmosphere is just perfect. It's right next to a park and strawberry creek in a brick building. It feels like a little oasis, gem that you stumbled upon. It's a secret you want to keep for yourself, but is best enjoyed with a lover or friend. Coffee is good. Pastries are also delicious. There's ice cream too. There's a big table inside that's always full. I usually sit outside on the little patio or on the lawn. They have blankets for people to use. Perfect place to chat with a friend or sit around and read on a sunny afternoon. Just idyllic. read more

Loved the spacious open grass area and the chill vibes during the weekend. I got the iced matcha latte with a shot of espresso (I saw someone mention this in a review). Good to try but probably going to opt for something else next time! I was surprised they had hoijicha tea + latte since they aren't frequently on cafe menus. There's not as much seating inside but this is definitely a great gathering spot. I'll be back! read more

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This spot holds a special place in my heart. I love walking here on days off or on weekends to have a picnic in the park. I love how family friendly this place is, and it's a great spot to be entertained by dogs running around freely. I love their rotating chai options. My favourites have been the coco chai and the Rasa chai so far. I also love that they have different eating options in residence that rotate through! I follow them on Instagram to keep track of what there'll be when I stop by. Heavily, heavily recommend this place :) don't miss out on this Berkeley gem read more

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Really cool place with great and friendly service. I ordered the matcha latte and it was delicious! I can't have dairy and forgot to ask if it was regular milk before ordering and when I brought it back to ask, they gave me one with soy without any trouble! I would definitely come back for more later. read more

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Really cute cafe, it's small but is really cute and with good coffee and pastry selection. I ordered the Paloma (seltzer water, grapefruit juice, strawberry purée) and the carrot cake. The Paloma was so delicious and refreshing and the carrot cake was gluten free and very good. read more

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What a nice little place--packed with young families with kids and dogs when I dropped by Saturday a.m. Especially nice is large grass lawn (and park) adjacent to relax and play on. read more

Super charming cafe, with a low-key, chill vibe. It's nicely hidden by Strawberry Creek Park off of Addison (near Bonar and Allston). The biggest draw is the location, quietly situated with a few tables under shade, a few lounging chairs on the grass, and blankets for picnicking. I had the hojicha iced latte, which was mild in taste and caffeine. I look forward to visiting the cafe again and trying their other drinks. A definite hidden gem to while away some time. read more

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We stayed in an Airbnb in the area and walked to this cute cafe. They're serving up coffees, lattes and teas with a small selection of pastries. We strolled through strawberry park to get to this spot and our was so beautiful and peaceful. I loved seeing folks sitting on the grassy area. Service was great, very nice staff. read more

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Found it! Enjoyed a ginger latte and some small bites. Small place with a nice view of a grass field. Gentleman at the front was very helpful and friendly. read more

The Hidden Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Cute but came here to work and the connection was so awful on both my phone and my macbook that I had to leave. Couldn't even send or receive text messages here. read more

This café is one of the cutesstt and coziest I've seen in the bay area!! There's very little space inside to work/chill, but it's beautiful! And if you want to eat and drink there, there's a whole outdoor grassy area/park and a few tables and chairs outside. The café also has some communal picnic blankets so you can sit on the grass. c: Iced matcha latté (w a shot of espresso) - $6.50 you usually can't go wrong with matcha :) Will definitely come back again if I'm ever in the area again. The staff is very polite too~~ read more

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Cute little hidden spot in #berkeley. Had the chai latte and Palermo. Both had great flavor, with the chai being a little stronger than I anticipated. The venue is very laid back and is a good spot to hang out and listen to nothing but nature (since there's a small field in front). read more

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Love this cafe. So cute, and the spicy rasa chai was properly spicy! I'd come alone for the bubble machine out front and the vibes :). Great outdoor seating. There's also indoor seating featuring a communal table + seats facing out to the green area in front for working. Has a community vibe, and one of my favorite cafes in the Bay Area! read more

This place may symbolize everything that's good about Berkeley. A beautiful little cafe with books for you to sample, nice treats, a beautiful park and a creek nearby. Just make sure you arrive early enough on weekends if you want to catch some seating, otherwise just sit on the grass on a sunny day. It's great for adults to study and enjoy, as well as for kids to play at the nearby park. It was my first time today and I'm thankful this place exists. For someone coming from out of town, it was noteworthy how everyone I crossed paths with seemed so relaxed and content. So much so that I wonder whether I might be living in the wrong city. read more

Great little find near a children's park. Workers are friendly and food was tasty! Super cool vibe and eclectic decor. They had to remake my drink because I requested it hot. It was delicious! read more

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Ambiance: hands-down the best cafe in Berkeley. Super small and quaint inside with a cozy nook wall and huge windows that let light spill in from the park outside. And the park outside. Absolutely adorable and you can spend so much time romanticizing your life out of these windows. There is also always a bubble machine running that adds to the whimsical ambiance in the place. Be warned though it can get a bit packed sometimes. Food: a huge variety of tasty drinks and snacks. Hidden Cafe never disappoints. read more

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So I happy I stopped here! I needed a coffee cake real bad and this place had a great one. The pastries are delicious and the location is super cute. I would totally come here with a friend to hang out, or to let the kids play in the playground outside. Can't wait to return: a great Berkeley locale! read more

Amazing hojicha latte with oat milk - the flavor was outstanding. Situated in front of a small park the cafe is on the first floor of a warehouse, airy, cute with seats outside along the park as well. read more

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