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    Damask Rose Coffee

    4.7 (234 reviews)
    Open 8:30 am - 6:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Espresso
    Felix W.

    I got an espresso. It was a med/dark roast with a thin layer of crema and medium body. I tasted dark chocolate bitterness and very mild acidity. The shot wasn't burnt but there wasn't much nuance in the flavor or texture. 2.5/5.

    Turkish coffee
    Yarn Y.

    This place is a hidden gem . A small hole in the wall on a busy street but 100% legit . I got the Turkish coffee which was easily top 5 best Turkish coffees . This also came in such a nice fancy set of dishes . I also got the muhamara mankish which was just excellent . Such a perfect crisp dough . Incredible . Can't wait to come back to try out more things !

    Rachel K.

    This was such a cute little coffee shop. We stopped by for a quick to-go drink before heading to an event. The cafe is beautifully decorated and very Instagrammable. The owner greeted us warmly and took our orders. I ended up ordering the iced rose latte ($5.25) and it came out beautiful with the rose at the bottom, milk in the middle, and espresso on top and tasted delicious once I mixed it all together. I snapped a few photos and we took our drinks to go, but this would be a great cafe to hang out in. They also had a great selection of snacks and desserts. They were beautiful. So glad we stopped by this spot for a quick coffee.

    Rose latte
    Sydney J.

    I came back and ordered a rose latte, which was $6.25. It was done within a few minutes. I like that you can taste the rose flavor, as I personally prefer the flavored part of flavored coffee to come out strong. They made some cute latte art too. I just wish the cup was bigger for the price. They also sell chai (kashmiri or masala style), matcha, and pistachio lattes so I'd like to come back and try some of these other drinks. The bathroom has pretty pink painted walls and roses around the mirror, I appreciate their commitment to the aesthetic. They still usually keep two small outdoor tables right outside the shop.

    Love the decor!
    Sherry Z.

    I love the aesthetic of this cafe! Pink walls with white chairs and tables and LOTS of greenery and artificial flowers everywhere. Don't let that scare you from coming. It's a very welcoming environment, and I can see myself spending an afternoon working here. Got a chai cup, rose latte, and a regular latte. The chai was creamy, and the fruit was a nice contrast. The rose latte was unique. I have tried other floral lattes before but never rose. Not quite as floral as I was expecting, but it was a nice surprise. I will say it is better than the regular latte. The regular latte tasted a bit watered down. Average latte at the normal east bay price point. Would come back to try the rose lemonade.

    Dianna H.

    Super cute cafe right at the border of Oakland and Berkeley. I came by Friday afternoon around 2 pm and it was pretty empty, but over the course of the time I was here chatting with a friend, it filled up and was completely full at one point. Seems to be a pretty popular spot! The first thing you notice when you step in is that it's beautifully decorated with flowers on the walls and hanging from the ceiling. Definitely a girly type of spot. In addition to drinks, they also offer mana'eesh (Mediterranean flatbreads) and other small snacks as well as a large variety of baked goods. I haven't seen some of the pastries before! I got the rose lemonade ($4), which was absolutely beautiful. I liked it because it wasn't as sweet as most lemonades. I also grabbed some baked goodies to go. I wasn't sure what to get, so I got the safe option (baklava) and another item as well. I ate them later for dessert and both were delicious! I definitely want to come back and try more of their baked goods.

    Lilia R.

    I tried Damask Rose a couple of months ago with a close friend after having had this place bookmarked for a while. I felt like it had the perfect amount delicious homemade food and cozy, feminine charm. I'm not much of a tea person, but my friend and I LOVED the Kashmiri chai!! Also these flatbreads were so reasonably priced, delicious, and filling. They're made fresh to order, which is a big draw in my book. And, pro tip: you can order the flatbreads to be half and half (split flavors). And I believe it doesn't cost any extra to split, but I could be wrong. If I lived in the east bay, I'd be here much more often! Can't wait for my next outing here.

    Michelle P.

    Such a lovely little spot! I came by after getting a tattoo nearby and their baklava brought me back to life. It was so delicious, packed with filling and flaky! The birds nest was okay but not nearly as good as the baklava. I wish I got a drink too but I had already had my coffee for the day, but my friend did get a coffee here and loved it. The workers here were sweet and friendly. It truly feels like a gem of a neighborhood spot!

    Cute decor that matches the cafe's name.
    Margaret H.

    I brought a Lebanese friend with me and she was delighted. "I have driven past and keep meaning to stop. I definitely will make sure to stop from now on." We had amazing chai - Kashmiri and Masala versions - at the Damask Rose Coffee near the Berkeley Bowl on Shattuck. We also sampled date mahwa and nougats, several of which are gluten free. The cafe is owned and run by Syrian women, and their service is warm and on point. We will definitely be back.

    Natasha S.

    Really enjoyed our visit here! The women running it are friendly, and they have thought of everything - great Wi-Fi, power outlets at every seat, and super comfortable chairs. We saw many folks enjoying a nice latte with their laptops out working. They have a variety of lattes including rose and pistachio as well as many types of Syrian pastries. We went with the rose latte and lamb flatbread. I absolutely loved the rose latte - the rose didn't overpower and it was not too sweet. The lamb flatbread was delicious and filled with meat - the flavor profile was on point! The interior is Instagram worthy! There were gorgeous pink faux-flowers everywhere. They have both outdoor and indoor seating and parking was street parking - wasn't hard for us to find a spot at the time. Overall, loved this spot and can't wait to come back to try the pistachio latte!

    Decor on ceiling
    Nadia I.

    Such a cute cafe with fantastic staff, yummy rose lattes and the best pistachio filled dessert options. Parking looks tough but isn't too bad on the street. The cafe is small but there are always seats available. Love love loved my rose latte with almond milk, lentil soup and cheese flat bread. Will absolutely be back soon!

    Small oak milk latte
    Valerie A.

    This cafe has such a charming environment. My oat milk latte was good and I tasted my friend's rose latte which was incredible, but too sweet for me. Also we shared some mana'eesh with za'atar which was tasty. The case at the counter is full of sweet treats but if you look on the menu they have savory options such as hummus, lentil soup, flatbreads, etc. The ladies at the counter were friendly and helpful. It was a rainy day and it was kind of cool inside with the front door open, finally once the cafe got full someone closed it. There's also a cooler with cold drinks and hummus to go. Easy street parking.

    Sanilie F.

    I came here with my friend. It's a quiet little coffee shop. Beautifully decorated. My friend ordered a latte and the warbat. I ordered the rose lemonade and baklava. The lemonade was interestingly tart, with chia seeds. I've never had it with chia. The baklava was not good. You could tell that it's not fresh and most likely had been made and sitting there for a bit. The shop while small, is very aesthetically cute.

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    Ask the Community - Damask Rose Coffee

    What are the vegan options?

    They have oat and almond milk but honestly just be super clear and clarify because they still made mine with whole milk?? All the baklava have honey, and when I asked about the other desserts they just said gluten free so I'm not sure they… Read more

    Are there any vegan desserts?? It's difficult to find a vegan baklava.

    All the Turkish delights in the dessert case (third and bottom row) except the pistachio and chocolate are vegan!

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    Cal Gyros Mediterranean - Cacik Appetizer via Uber Eats. $8.95. Homemade yogurt with diced cucumbers, oregano, fresh dill and a hint of garlic.

    Cacik Appetizer via Uber Eats. $8.95. Homemade yogurt with diced cucumbers, oregano, fresh dill and a hint of garlic.

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    1.4 miDowntown Berkeley
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    Rojbas Grill is a corner café on university Avenue in the heart of Berkeley…read more Let's just get this out of the way, parking is absolutely a challenge. The restaurant is fairly small with probably about a half a dozen tables, etc. The owner was very polite, and thankfully very patient with us for a friends lunch. We originally had plans for another restaurant, but this location, etc. worked out. Everyone spent quite a bit of time catching up, and we were made to feel at home. I ordered a side of fries for a shareable at the table. I found the fries to be very underwhelming and needed more seasoning and considering that it's seven dollars for a side of fries the serving was pretty mediocre. I ordered the lamb/beef gyro plate. The side salad was very fresh and had a light vinaigrette dressing. I would have liked for the dressing to be more of an actual vinaigrette flavor. The rice was light and fluffy, but again, lacked seasoning/flavor. The side of yogurt sauce, was tasty, but did not hit the spot. Why? Because it really lacked the flavors. Notice a theme? I will say, the meat was tender, and it had a really nice flavor to it. It was delicious enough that it was very difficult to differentiate between a lamb flavor versus a beef flavor. It all tasted good together. The soft drinks are rather pricey. It was around $3.50 for a bottled Coke. Yikes! When we were done with our meal, we were served complementary hot tea. It was a nice touch.

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    I stepped in to grab food before realizing there was a separate cafe next door…read more Decided to come back after dinner next door to pick up some dessert and I'm so glad I did! I got an assortment of Turkish delight and some pistachio baklava ($2.99). The Turkish delight is sold by weight across all the varieties and goes for $16.99/lb. The guy behind the counter was super friendly and offered us a sample of one of the flavors to try which I thought was a nice gesture. Everything looked so good, so we picked a couple different pieces of Turkish delight to try. To my surprise, my favorite ended up being the saffron, though rose petal with pomegranate and sour cherry with pastachio were close seconds. I didn't like the coconut or the chocolate one that much, so reminder to myself to skip those next time. After picking up the dessert, I did a quick circle around the store to see what they had. It's not a big store but they manage to cram a lot of stuff into the limited space!

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    Persian New Year table on display.

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    Middle East Cafe - Falafel Wrap. Cut Falafel, w/ cilantro, tomato, onion, lettuce, pickles, shallots & lots of yoghurt! CREAMY!!!

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