Got three different marchas today white peach Matcha, banana Matcha, strawberry Matcha…read moreAnd my fav was banana Matcha. The perfect blend of sweetness and Matcha. Easy to order and they have your drinks ready fast. It is full inside to find seating but I 10/10 recommend and I will be coming back

I've tried the pistachio matcha latte and OH. MY. GOD. Perfect balance, just enough of each flavor…read moreto compliment without either the nutty pistachio or the earthiness of matcha to overpower the other. You also can't go wrong with a classic matcha latte with your preferred sweetness. I've also enjoyed their combo banh mi and popcorn chicken. Binge Coffee is on my recc list for anyone looking for a solid Matcha Latte.

Finally got to try Elaichi after seeing it on social media for so long. We live quite far but…read moreBerkeley but since we were passing by the area we know we had to stop by and try it. Came at around 4pm on a Sunday and the cafe was still so packed. Parking was a bit difficult. We had to drive around for over 10 minutes and finally found a parking garage. The chai itself was worth it though. My friend and I both got the karak chai, mine was cold and hers was hot. Both really good although the flavor came out better hot. The Elaichi bun was full of cardamom flavor and just a bit toasted was perfect complementary to the chai. Really wish we lived closure otherwise this would be a go to spot. Please open a location in South Bay!

TLDR: Nice concept with South Asian inspired drinks and snacks; small space - it will be tough to…read morefind seating Came here twice while i was visiting the Berkeley area - i really like the space they hae set-up and the concept. They have multiple South Asian inspired tea and coffee beverages including Banana Einspanner, Matcha Roofsafzah etc. Their main beverages are various kinds of chai. Our ratings: 1. Karak Chai: 3/5 - pretty average chai, the price was pretty steep for the portion that was provided but i appreciated how strong the drink was 2. Cortado: 3/5 - again my friends were shocked with the portion (teeny, tiny cup) and it was $5. Friends needed to hop over to another coffee shop for another drink 3. Jaggery Chocolate Chip Cookie: 4/5 - this was solid, tastes like a typical indian cookie. Different taste for folks used to traditional choco chip cookies

I'm slowly making my way through all of the new matcha cafes in Berkeley. But I fear I might pause…read morebecause Forest Tea Bar has my heart! First off, the vibes are so zen, even if it's extremely busy! I came with my friend, both of us Japanese. It was a nice change of pace being in a cafe like this. It's common in Japan for cafes to be more western, so she was shocked that this cafe was more minimalistic, Asian-inspired, haha. There's bar seating plus indoor and outdoor tables. Most customers are Cal students studying or working, and seats can be limited. Communal seating is communal, and there's seating outside too. The service was great! We sat at the bar so we could watch what was happening. We loved how sweet one of the workers who helped us was. Kind service, and they put time and care into making each drink. Wait times can vary, but it's so worth it! I love any Japanese tea--matcha, hojicha, I'm all there! But I especially loved how they have genmaicha. I got the Genmaicha Latte with Oat Milk. It was perfect, subtle sweetness and roast, and a nice earthy matcha blend. I'd get it again. My friend enjoyed her Hojicha Latte, and they were kind enough to accommodate her request and give us Hojicha Tea as well! Everything was great quality and delicious. Forest Tea Bar is a wonderful cafe in Berkeley to get a matcha or other tea drink. Find them off Shattuck Ave. with street and metered parking around. Looking forward to coming back again and again!

Small, high-quality matcha tea bar with a super simple aesthetic. This place was absolutely…read morephenomenal! They whisk everything by hand--none of that premade matcha sitting in a pitcher. You can taste the effort (and maybe the arm workout too). I think there are only about three staff members making drinks at a time, so if you come during peak hours... yeah, you will be waiting. Patience is part of the menu. If you're not about that waiting life, I highly recommend coming on a weekday before the rush. Trust me, your future self will thank you. Also--no bathrooms and no parking, so plan accordingly. Street parking is your only option, so may the odds be ever in your favor. Overall, I would definitely come back... even if it means circling the block a few times first.

Guys this place has great chai and they remade my drink with no hassle whatsoever!…read more Great ample space and vibes here open later than usual coffee houses. When I'm back in Berkeley I'll be back! Thanks for fixing my drink.

A cafe with a nice atmosphere in West Berkeley.It was very comfortable to spend time there and…read morequite popular.The coffee and service were typical for a cafe. I recommend it!

Mind Coffee is one of my favorite coffee shops in Berkeley - it's easy to miss unless you know…read morewhere to look. I came here recently for a pick-me-up while I was walking near campus. It was an unexpectedly warm day, so I stopped in for an iced caffeinated beverage. I was indecisive when it was my turn to order, so the barista recommended the orange blossom matcha sparkler. This sounded intriguing and refreshing, so I decided to give it a try. My beverage was prepared about two minutes after I ordered it, and I was immediately refreshed after the first sip. The orange blossom flavoring was very subtle and provided just the right amount of sweetness and floral essence to counter the matcha's bitterness. The fizziness made this a perfect drink for a hot day. I've tried Mind Coffee's espresso on a prior visit, and I can now say they succeed in both the coffee and matcha categories.

I was absolutely stunned when I first walked in. Mind Coffee feels like you're immersing in an art…read moregallery, apple store, forest, and a craft shop all at once. We ordered an Americano, the Earl Gray Matcha Einspanner Latte, and the Sakura Matcha Mindspanner Latte. The presentation was gorgeous, from the cups to the cream. The Sakura Matcha Mindspanner was definitely my favorite all around. The hint of sakura combined with the bold matcha was a very fun flavor experience. I think sadly, in the Earl Gray Matcha Einspanner, the matcha overpowered the earl gray. The flavor was there, but it was extremely subtle (don't get me wrong, I'd definitely get it again). Also, their espresso is unmatched. It really reminded me what a good espresso shot should taste like. The staff here were super friendly right off the bath. Even though there is an ordering kiosk available, they still went out of their way to greet us and let us know that they are there to also take orders and answer questions. I was also a bit bummed that they were sold out of their Orange Blossom Latte. I feel like it would taste like an orange creamsicle. They were very reassuring that it's a regular menu item and that I can hopefully get my hands on one before it sells out for the day next time! I can't wait to see what they come out with next!

Nice cafe in a great location. Friendly staff…read more Many vegan options. Since it borders park, very kid friendly. Parking can be a challenge. Overall, recommend!

My friend and I stopped in and ordered a hot matcha latte and a cappuccino and both drinks were…read morehonestly spot-on. Everything tasted creamy, smooth, and most importantly not overly sweet. The matcha had a clean, mellow flavor and the cappuccino had that perfect balanced richness. What really elevates this place is the location. It sits right next to a large park, and the whole area has such a vibrant, feel-good energy. People were lounging outside, sipping coffee, and just soaking in the day, it made the whole visit feel extra cozy and lively at the same time. Inside the café has a serious charm. There's a massive bookshelf filled with books (huge bonus points for including kids' storybooks too), which gives the space a warm, community feel. Service was quick and efficient even though the place was buzzing. Fair warning: it's clearly a favorite among students but somehow it still works with the vibe rather than against it.

Cute place with lots of seating (not enough for me to sit tho). Espresso was good but I had come…read morehoping for Arabic / Turkish coffee :( Even though they didn't have what I was after, I still recommend this cafe as it is very clean, cute, and seems a good place to work on your laptop.

I've been searching high and low for a coffee spot with the best banana cold latte. Not only did it…read moretaste fresh, but they added dried bananas and brown sugar on top. It was just perfect. The person helping us at the register was very kind as well. I was hesitant on ordering a Jaffa cake but I ordered one and he gave my husband a small one for free. Very kind of him. I really liked the feel and interior of the coffee shop. So much natural light! It's at the corner so they are easy to spot!

#Gabergocrazy Gaber has amazing customer service…read more He's elegant and very professional The drinks were also amazing

really spacious and arab-inspired espresso flavors. i got the saffron latte which honestly i wasn't…read morea fan of, but there are others i want to try next time! the latte foam art was exceptional though! i wish i took a photo! but my review is more for the actual cafe itself -- i liked the ambience, and how spacious it was, very nice decor. there were a lot of displayed desserts and pastries that were tantalizing (but i can't eat bc i'm gf ) and there are more latte flavors that i'll be trying next time!

We came on a Sunday morning and it was busy, with a line out the door and about a 35 minute wait…read morefrom getting in line to getting our drinks. Parking was easy though, with plenty of street parking nearby. The person at the register was friendly and gave helpful tips and recommendations. While waiting, we spent time watching the co-op roasting facility in the back through the glass windows. That is what really makes this place stand out. There is indoor seating but at 11 am it was completely full! There was some outdoor seating that was open. We tried the rose latte and it was spot on. The rose flavor was subtle and well balanced, not overpowering at all and the coffee was delicious! The only downside was that there were no gluten free pastries available that day, although I have heard they sometimes offer them. Overall, great coffee, a relaxed vibe, and a unique experience that is worth checking out and we will be back!

We came on a Sunday late morning and there was a line out the door. Luckily, the line moved fast…read moreand the counter is close-by the entrance of the cafe. We ordered an iced mocha and two of their pastries. I thought the coffee tasted pretty solid, it wasn't too sweet and the pastries was really good. The baristas seemed friendly, there were a lot of regulars that was able to skip the line because the barista knew their orders already (no shade!) There are plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. It's super cool that they roast their own beans in-store.

Tried their medium blend -- cocoa bitterness, mild acidity, a little sweetness, and creamy texture…read more Solid 4/5. The barista mentioned they normally serve micro-batch light roasts so I'll definitely be back to try.

I tried this place a few times. Despite the cute concept it's not great. Coffee is average, but…read morethey only use oat milk which imparts too much flavor. The two guys who work there are a bit snobby and not very friendly. And it's the first of hundreds of coffee bars I've been charged an extra shot for a half caff (which is not an extra shot, it's the usual 2) $7 total plus tip. I'm about to stop tipping, I'm sick of it. Maybe I'll try a pour over or "tasting" someday and give 'em a chance to show their personalities. But I doubt it.