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    Cole Coffee

    4.0 (166 reviews)
    InexpensiveCafes
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Sadly, the hot cocoa was not mixed well.
    David S.

    During my first full week at my new job, my boss and I walked from a meeting a few blocks away to Cole Coffee. I had met a friend there once before but I don't think I had ordered. I'm not a coffee drinker, so I'll get a chai latte or hot chocolate when the occasion arises. This time I ordered the hot cocoa. It had a nice presentation but was not mixed well (you can see it in the photo I took after the liquid was gone) and was not served with a spoon for me to mix. The taste was mediocre. That night, I was at doña in Oakland and was blown away by the Mexican hot chocolate. I'm glad I went for it instead of settling!

    Cold brew and mocha
    Asal B.

    Cute place! We stumbled upon this coffee shop after grabbing bagels close by. We got a cold brew and mocha. Both were pretty good, the ambiance was cute, loved the street side seating and the service was good.

    Emily L.

    Very busy on Christmas day. I was passing by when going to boichik. I came out of my curiosity. They had a simple menu with simple in house syrups. I had their mexican mocha iced and matcha latte. They have simple syrup on the counter so you can adjust the sweetness if needed. Street parking available.

    Guatemalan Nuevo Bulaj Organic Fair Trade Whole bean coffee
    Jillian P.

    Why have I not had Cole Coffee before?!? I've been walking past this place for years, but either when they are closed or I am already late for work. Finally made the journey to College ave on a leisurely Saturday morning, and decided to grab a bag to brew at home. Best decision ever! The dark roast beans make for am incredibly smooth and easy drinking coffee. That plus their extra sturdy coffee mug (see pic) make me feel like I'm stooled up in an old school diner rather than back at my kitchen table for the thousandth time this year Will definitely be working Cole Coffee into my regular rotation!

    Mexican Mocha
    Donna U.

    On a street where there are three coffee places to go to with name brands, this was the right choice for me. With a bit of time to kill, I chose to have a light breakfast and a Mexican Mocha. It was exactly what I needed. The coffee was excellent not too heavy on the cinnamon. I ordered two poached eggs and toast and it was perfectly cooked and the French bread toast was served with butter and a side of jam. Price was good at $7.95 for the plate. I sat at the counter on a bright spring day and watched the people on the busy street as I enjoyed my meal. Food - check Atmosphere - check Service - check Definitely will return.

    Mexican style cafe mocha could qualify as a dessert.
    Bleep S.

    The gold standard. The best coffee experience in recent memory with a simple pour over followed by a Mexican style cafe mocha.

    Front view
    Shayla B.

    Sometimes it helps to visit a place a few times before making a final decision about how you feel about it. Cole Coffee is the perfect example of this! It has certainly grown on me over the past few years, and its' recent reopening has prompted me to frequent this location even more. I always try to preface my coffee shop reviews by stating that I do NOT drink coffee. So, if you're looking for a review on the coffee itself, this review may not be helpful for you. However, I am an avid lover of tea and hot cocoa... and of course good food! I'm happy to report that Cole Coffee has some great non-coffee options on their menu as well! Let's talk about their delicious breakfast items aka a carboholic's dream! They have lots of delicious baked pastries and lunch sandwiches available. They also have a few salads on the menu if you're into that kind of thing. I've had the pleasure of having their avocado toast and breakfast bruschetta, both of which were extremely delicious! Those who know me probably know of my avocado addition. Their avocado toast definitely satisfied my avocado cravings! Their toast is thick and crisp and topped with fresh tomatoes, creamy avocado, and light seasoning. Their breakfast bruschetta is a real winner as well! It's comprised of bruschetta toast, sliced hardboiled eggs, tomato, arugula, olive oil and spices. It' sounds simple but tastes amazing! I would have never thought to put this combo together but all of the elements pair extremely well together. Aaaand, now onto the drinks. I've had their hot chai latte, hot cocoa, and fresh squeezed lemonade. I absolutely adored their hot cocoa! It's rich, sweet, creamy, and topped with a heaping amount of whipped cream at your request. The chai latte lacked in flavor and spice and while the lemonade did appear to be fresh squeezed, it was a bit too tart for my taste. I'm willing to come back to give their Chai latte another try since I'm obsessed with Chai's. I love the urban décor and relaxed feel of their shop. On any given day, you are bound to spot tons of people sitting outside in front of the shop while enjoying their hot beverages. This place always seems to be busy and even more so since the renovations took place. Service is excellent and the staff here has been consistently courteous during every single visit. There are so many coffee shops located on this block, but Cole Coffee has staked its' claim and it isn't going anywhere. Glad to have them as another great option on College Ave.

    Egg salad sandwhich
    Stephanie Y.

    Completely confused why there is 2 listings for Cole Coffee? I need to do some research. I've always passed Cole Coffee, but haven't popped in until recently and their remodel is fantastic: bright, modern, aesthetically pleasing. They have all your coffee staples and they serve up a nice menu variety of various pastries like donuts, croissants and kouign amanns to breakfast sandwiches, lunch sandwiches and petit salads. My egg salad sandwich ($6) was on the smaller side, but it was a delicious snack. Yes, I do call it more of a snack than meal, as it wasn't quite large enough for lunch (at least for this hungry gal). Fresh egg salad atop perfectly toasted, crusty delicious bread. My medium mocha was perfectly made and extremely rich. The coffee shop was packed with people reading their papers, browsing the internet and working, with ample seating both small tables and bar areas. Definitely a great spot for working solo as there are no large tables, just enough space for 1 computer/2 bodies. I really like the vibe and definitely will pop in more often!

    Theresa G.

    Great little cafe with drip coffee thats looks and smells delish. With some menu items for eating. Like the generous spinach salad with lots of walnuts and gorgonzola cheese. Limited seating inside but outside there are some additional tables so you can enjoy the view and sip on your drink. Friendly staff and a non franchise coffee shop that I am all for. In downtown Rockridge with lots of people coming and going. Parking can be tough at times.

    Remodel complete
    Andrew C.

    Cole Coffee has been doing pour over (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/cole-coffee-oakland-2?select=-Se6dWm-MzePOlam4pAA3Q) before it was a "thing" and like Philz, across the street, you can choose from their selection of beans to customize your cup beyond "dark or medium roast". I liked the vintage / old school furnishings of the pre-remodel, but as part of the remodel they did get to expand into the salon (?) next door, doubling their cafe storefront (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/cole-coffee-oakland-2?select=zgyAJhs8dOQdw2GPzL8Jfw) I usually stop in for a coffee refill on weekends (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/cole-coffee-oakland-2?select=9dicYMApmLi39RSf4yngHA), and occasionally partake of the food from their concise menu of breakfast (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/cole-coffee-oakland-2?select=H9T2NUTHURZXu_8CXaQeuA) and lunch items (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/cole-coffee-oakland-2?select=Jeax2lSwAodFXIIqL2ypag). They also have a small selection of pastries and baked good including Pepples Vegan donuts (right dome https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/cole-coffee-oakland-2?select=-Se6dWm-MzePOlam4pAA3Q) Not a bunch of housemade stuff, but quality local purveyors including Strauss Organic Yogurt, Nuthouse! Granola Company (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/cole-coffee-oakland-2?select=B4Is4YiAuC_fuVGosP6_Mw), and Diestel Turkey (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/cole-coffee-oakland-2?select=r62EvcZ9pJ1yr3SqUryYew) **Shop Local**

    Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
    Leah V.

    Cute coffee shop right on College Avenue in Rockridge. The main coffee shop is closed during COVID, but you can order from a window right around the corner. The line is clearly marked with spots 6 feet apart to encourage social distancing. I ordered an ice chai latte and chocolate chip banana bread. The chai had great flavor and wasn't overly spiced. The banana bread was a little dry, but the chocolate chips were plentiful so I'm not complaining :) This place was hopping mid afternoon on a weekday. It's clearly a popular spot! The baristas were very friendly and kind. Next time I'll try out their famous pour-over coffee.

    Interior
    Shivani B.

    This location recently opened up and you MUST visit. I heard from a local that Cole is an old established coffee go to and I was so excited to try it. Worth it completely. The coffee shop has a very minimalist interior with a cool marble counter and all wood interior. They have seating inside and outside along with some high tables too to cater to all users. The store space looks bigger due to the glass store front allowing a lot of natural light inside. The menu covered a very good range of coffee types introducing some very unique roasts. I wanted to try the Viennese roast and the Ethiopian Sidamo was recommend to me. ($3.50) Wow !! 10/10. It was a fantastic cup full of flavour and a nutty undertone. I just loved it. They use the drip coffee method to make the cups by order which is very cool too! This made me excited to try other roasts, some that I never heard of ! (The only critique I have is the milk station being a bit of a mess and visually ruining the look of the main counter. I wish they would relocate it or tidy it up to match their lovely aesthetic.) They also have a food menu which I would be keen to try next time and write about. The prices seem very attractive for the location which is a bonus! The staff was very friendly and helpful. Lines can form outside but they always have a smile on their face. Note: To use the bathroom the key must be requested at the register. If you love coffee like I do this place should be on your list for sure. I highly recommend this coffee shop to all and it's absolutely my new fav spot!! :)

    "Famous" poached eggs :(
    Stephanie S.

    My friend asked me to walk over to this coffee shop so that she can get coffee. I was hungry and it's hard to find eggs in this area for breakfast so I joined her, curious if they might have breakfast offerings. I was excited to see that they had eggs on the menu. I was even more excited to see that the eggs were poached ... famously! After a (not exaggerating) 20 minute wait for my poached eggs, to go, I received them and walked back to my office. my office is only two minutes away. I was super disappointed to open the box to see hard eggs. You do not buy poached eggs do you have the yoke hard inside. Do you? Really sad. Now I still have nowhere to go to get eggs in the morning Update! I'm an idiot because I tried again. I really wanted poached eggs this morning so I reluctantly went back to this coffee shop. There are no other places that make eggs in the area. First, I went ahead and ordered a coffee because I thought the special and made coffee sounded interesting. The woman cashier rang me up and told me the price for my eggs and coffee. I thought it didn't seem like the right price but went on my way after she assured me it was. Standing around waiting for my egg order I asked the barista why I didn't receive the handmade coffee? I had received coffee out of the pump at the side of the cashier. The barista said that there is a menu for the special coffee. Well, I didn't know that. And no one asked me if I wanted that kind of coffee! I was able to replace my drip coffee with the hand made coffee at no charge. I then received my eggs and went back to my office. Once again the eggs were completely over done and in addition the toast was hard not as in overcooked but stale. This place sucks. I will never be back.

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    This is the gold standard for dark roast pour over coffee. Better than Philz in my opinion.

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    First time! The chocolate chip banana bread was good. Sort of the hipster version of Philz.

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    The coffee is great. And the staff is always friendly and nice. The coffee options are always tasty.

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    Had the Americano with 2 shots. It was strong and bold. Personally, I did like it. Would visit again if I am in the area.

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    I love this place! It is really hard to find a Spinich and cheese croissant and they have great ones!

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