Small and unpretentious. Place for working people on their way to work. Oh, did I mention it is small?

15 years living in the Dimond and 15 years serving this family owned cafe!!! I've pretty much tried everything and it's always so good and fresh! Honey and her brother have always welcomed us and our family when they're in town! read more

Great local breakfast! Nice basic menu selection. Fresh food and salsa. Great home fries and fresh coffee. No-nonsense comfortable tables and chairs. Friendly, smiling staff. Popular place. We'll be back! read more

I love coming here for breakfast to go and coffee! The staff is always nice. You can call ahead to order for pickup.

I was craving a breakfast burrito this morning so I decided to do a Yelp search on breakfast places in my area and one of the first ones to pop up was Dimond Cafe. I ordered the veggie burrito with avocado. I noticed they were making fries too so I decided to throw in some curly fries too just for the heck of it. I got my order and first of all, the burrito was GINORMOUS! A couple of bites in, it was good but it honestly felt a little over too over the top. I barely finished half before I was full and couldn't eat any more. It was good, it just wasn't great. Nothing about it really stands out to me. The fries were nice and crispy just the way I like them, too. Overall, this place was alright. Kudos for the price but not enough to come back a second time unfortunately. read more

Great experience food was awesome went 3 days in a row , great customer service great food. Great prices only down side is the parking bother than that great place read more

Basics like pancakes or french toast are fine, but basically the same as Denny's. What was appalling was their bagel breakfast sandwich. It was so greasy. The spinach was cooked in grease, for some reason. The bagel bread was soaked in grease. It was inedible. read more

Dimond Cafe - extremely greasy breakfast sandwich - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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Best breakfast burritos in Oakland! I ordered a bunch on the phone, for our moving day breakfast and everything was ready with super friendly folks at hand. Thank you all! read more

I have to be careful to not rave about this place in such an over the top way you guys think this is a fake review, which is a bummer because this place is really nothing short of fantastic! Definitely a hole in the wall vibe with not the best indoor seating area, but the food and more specifically the breakfast burritos that I've had now on two occasions are without question the best breakfast burritos I've had by far anywhere in California in the last 30 years. I have a pretty deep appreciation for good quality food, not in the high-end foodie sort of way, but I love nuances of flavor and I really appreciate anything, food or otherwise, that's made well. The two breakfast burritos that I've had tasted exceptionally good with a great balance of spices and veggies that were perfectly cooked. Me and my buddy were grabbing breakfast this morning and struggling to find the words about why the burritos are so good when the chef came out from the kitchen to ask if we were enjoying the burritos. He seemed to really care and be open to feedback and it felt really nice to be able to genuinely gush about how great they were and how much we were enjoying them. As an aide the woman at the register at first blush had a tough appearance, but in an instant of approaching the counter her face lit up with a large genuine and very warm smile. As simple as this was it would have made a mediocre dining experience at least one star better, but considering the food was fantastic and her vibe was so warm and welcoming this place without a doubt deserves at least five stars! read more

Dimond Cafe isn't much to look at from the street, but has a pretty solid menu of omelets, breakfast burritos and sandwiches for breakfast (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dimond-cafe-oakland?select=rNHrkmmlgqbKNmqVWGr1hw) and even French Toast. There's a case of grab & go items (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dimond-cafe-oakland?select=d4yMsbsb72J6BzEZSahZqg) along with bagels and pastries (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dimond-cafe-oakland?select=Wuz93dME_bYt4GKV1VTrzQ). For lunch there's sandwiches, wraps, and salads (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dimond-cafe-oakland?select=kQEORTmfmpWFOyhNh8Jifg). Varied seating with a couple of high and low top tables and seats the length of the street window, but most people that came in while I was there got their food to go. I ordered a breakfast sandwich on English muffin ($4.75?) with Swiss cheese (American is default) and pastrami, which wasn't one of the menu choices (ham, sausage, turkey, mild link), but they have it listed for their lunch sandwiches and accommodated me. You can also sub a bagel, other breads, or croissant for small up-charges. The eggs were scrambled (I saw afterwards that you can request fried) and the meat griddled before assembly on the toasted muffin (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dimond-cafe-oakland?select=JUQ-o3k7auDwuDpMIdI9HQ). Not a destination, but a nice option, if you're in the neighborhood. read more

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The service was excellent. They were personable and happy. It's always nice when someone loves what they do. The food was delicious and reasonably priced. read more

I don't find myself in Fruitvale often, but when I think about that area, I come to the conclusion that the neighborhood offers a pretty impressive variety of food. It's not just anywhere that you can find fried chicken and oxtails at one place and just down the street, a bowl of menudo and some mangonada in another. In that spirit, it was my Yelp app that drew me to this compact spot right on Fruitvale Avenue. I was looking for a hearty breakfast after my regular haircut and read the positive reviews about this place. I drove over and parked in the busy Farmer Joe's lot to avoid the constant honking that comes with parallel parking. That worked out just fine since I needed to get some groceries afterward anyway. To be perfectly honest, the Dimond Cafe didn't look like much of a place with the table set-up reminding me more of a donut shop, especially since there wasn't anyone actually dining there (photo: http://bit.ly/1Js9lGB). But looks can be deceiving since they served a full-fledged breakfast menu from French toast and eggs to omelets and breakfast burritos. I decided on the $8.75 Fruitvale Omelet since it was chock full of ingredients - turkey sausage, green onions, spinach, tomatoes and shredded jack and cheddar cheese melted on top. It came with a heaping portion of country potatoes and wheat toast (photo: http://bit.ly/1yUqXrx). It was certainly more than I expected even if it was on the oily side. If you're looking for a back-to-basics breakfast, this certainly fits the bill. FOOD - 3 stars...a hearty omelet could use less oil on the potatoes even though that didn't stop me from devouring them AMBIANCE - 2.5 stars...like I said, a donut shop SERVICE - 3.5 stars...definitely friendly and happy to accept orders for hot food TOTAL - 3 stars...a simple cafe for simple tastes read more

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My boyfriend and I came here after originally deciding to go to another brunch place that turned out to have a 40 minute wait. Um no thanks. Dimond Cafe was our second choice, but we're SO glad we ended up here. Simple place with no frills. Just good food and outstanding service. When we walked in, there were only two other people there. Plenty of seating. We approached the front of the cafe, where we were enthusiastically greeted by the barista. She made us feel welcome and not rushed. Two menu items caught our eye. The Loaded Potatoes and Healthy Start. Since there were two of us, we ordered both. Something healthy and something... a little less healthy. Both looked incredibly simple but they were delicious. The Loaded Potatoes had two over easy eggs, bacon, cheese, sour cream, and green onions. The Healthy Start contained an egg white scramble with spinach, mushrooms, green onion, avocado, fruit cup, and wheat toast. We were both stuffed at the end. One small detail is that our coffee was put into to-go cups instead of mugs, which was nice because I was able to get up afterwards and go for a walk with my coffee still in hand. If you're looking for a breakfast or brunch place in Oakland, no need to visit an overpriced and super crowded restaurant. Dimond Cafe is a great option if you're just looking for a quiet place to enjoy company (or alone time) and get a tasty start to your day. read more

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Love this place. Croissants are delicious and made in house, their breakfast burritos are best in Oakland. Get loaded potatoes - you won't regret it read more

Their pancakes are super delicious - fluff and large, and the bacon was substantial and expertly done. Highly recommend.

Must have come on an off day? Ordered a breakfast burrito with Turkey sausage. Over cooked eggs dry sausage and potatoes were still uncooked and under seasoned. Zucchini was raw. The bottom part of the burrito was just cooking oil and onions. Oil completely drenched through the bag it came in. Not sure where that came from. Paid $17. Kinda gotta eat through the oil drip cause ya paid so much read more

Paul, the owner, is super and now that they have cooked to order food this place is really solid. I am a huge breakfast fan and had one of the best omelettes I've had in years. I highly recommend the Dimond Cafe for drinks, donuts, egg sandwiches, omelettes, and lunch foods. *Any update as of 11/21. This place is still great and a hidden gem. The breakfast burritos and omelettes are very good and solid portions. Staff is friendly. Still one of my favorites in the Dimond. read more

I've gotten the veggie breakfast sandwich on a croissant to go several times here and each time it's been absolutely delicious, large, and filling. Pair that with the friendly customer service and you've got yourself a five-star review. read more

Dimond Cafe is my go-to for breakfast on the go - the breakfast sandwiches and burritos are some of the best in the Bay. My go-to is the sausage sandwich and fresh squeezed OJ. Solid greasy spoon that is a hidden gem in Oakland. read more

I've been coming here for over 10 years and the potatoes never fails me ! I love the workers always like family , definitely recommend the omelette and potato's my go to . read more

Fantastic service and amazing food I will definitely be back and showing a video on IG @boldeats_bayarea

I was here visiting from Southern California with my wife and family, and was amazed by this place. Their Breakfast Croissant was absolutely AMAZING! The overall sandwich was: flaky, crispy, and just tasty! I was also really happy with their orange juice and even the pastries were delicious. Everyone in my family was really pleased with their food as well lol. Thank you so much to the staff for the great/friendly service. I will definitely have to stop by again when I'm headed to San Fran or in town. read more

UPDATE: DC still has the best breakfast burritos in town. I always order veggie and add avocado. Ask for no cheese if you're dairy free. The folx that run the cafe are hella nice. And they always have soy and almond milk these days (as well as coffee ice cubes if you're on that iced coffee tip). Not a bad spot at all to people watch and read the East Bay Express. Or whatever else you've got. Besides burritos this place has all the usual breakfast staples. read more

Decent cafe food. Under seasoned and a bit bland. Friendly staff. Small seating area.

They have the best breakfast sandwiches and breakfast burritos in Oakland! Their breakfast burritos come with eggs, cheese, potatoes and your choice of meat (bacon, ham, turkey sausage and or sausage.) their pastries are also really good! read more

Wow. They serve breakfast till 2pm. AND they have veggie breakfast ritos with avocado. The tortillas are THIN and delish. Great country fried potatoes. Pretty good flowing coffee and self serve cold Oakland's best. Free Wifi, but seriously who's going to sit for THAT long, when there are NO customer bathrooms? Friendly service and clean facilities. Going through a remodel soon, bathroom(s) are in the works, I think biz is good. read more

Where can one find such delicious breakfast or brunch for a nice price? Where does one have free wifi? And has nice sitting areas? There is a place, and it's called the Dimond cafe! When you enter the location you are greeted with a friendly smile. And of course the, "is your order for here? Or to go?" Which is not bad. The food is beyond subpar. Each member in this cafe are friendly and patient! read more

Dimond Cafe - Dimond special!! Wanna bite? - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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During the pandemic people are in such a crabby mood but I felt inclined to write this review because I was SO nice to have a cheerful greeting by the cashier and especially the cook in the back! A genuine smile makes and greeting make all the difference! Breakfast sandwich was great too. read more

High quality food at an affordable price. The ingredients are fresh and the service friendly. What more could you ask for?

The Dimond Café is definitely my new go-to spot in Oakland for fresh locally sourced amazing food! Their turkey sausage was cooked to A charbroiled brown perfection while managing to be perfectly juicy and non-greasy!! They served me two patties on top of fresh spinach leaves which probably was just garnish but it tasted even better on top of the patties. You should try it! The French toast was unbelievably fluffy, and the bread was buttery as well. The bread was not dry and heavy like most places serve, instead it disappeared off my plate before I realized it because the density was on point!! Major fluff!! read more

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I can hands down say this had the BEST breakfast burrito that I've had in my life-- flour tortillas stuffed with bacon,scrambled egg, green onion, zucchini, bell peppers and potatoes! It was a little pricey for a breakfast burrito, but still the best $7.95 I've spent. The perfect thing about the burrito was the bacon. It came in little delightful bacon-y bits, instead of strips, so I got a nice mouthful of bacon with each bite! The breakfast sandwich with egg and bacon on an everything bagel was really good too. The bagel was slathered in butter, which I didn't prefer, but it was overall yummy. read more

Staff is super friendly and helpful. If you want a perfect start to your day get the veggie breakfast sandwich on an English muffin.. and add chorizo. Amazingly delish, hits all the spots. For an extra treat, get it to go with a coffee and walk a couple blocks to Dimond Park and enjoy it in the sun on a bench. Perfection. read more

Oh Dimond Cafe! Where do I begin?! I love the food and the everyone that works here! This is another neighborhood favorite of mines. All the employees are friendly and will remember you and your order if you frequent the cafe. I'm always greeted with a smile and the woman working the register always asks me how I'm doing. This place is great for on the go, or dine-in. I can walk here from home so I tend to come with family on the weekend. I eat here at least once a week and the omelettes are my go to! However the French toast is perfection when I feel like having a cheat day! Lol They also make certain accommodations for me. I am on a Keto diet which is low-carb, no sugar. So I'll ask them to make me a burger with no bun. The guys in the kitchen always know it's me when I order it (I think I'm the only one that come in for a bunless burger lol) and he will wrap it in lettuce for me! The cafe is located right off busy Fruitvale, and right in front of a bus stop, so you either have to park in the nearby Farmer Joe's parking lot, or behind Peet's right across the street. They do except cards but there is a $10 minimum, so if your coming in for a coffee or just a breakfast sandwich, bring cash! read more

Today's the first time getting food at the Dimond Cafe. I ordered the sausage breakfast burrito with jalapeños. Let me tell you- it was a BOMB breakfast burrito!!! The jalapeño ratio was on point, which I appreciate- I hate when places are flimsy with their add-ons. The veggies were super tasty and the eggs were cooked well. Also, the guy on the phone was really nice and the lady that rang me up was pleasant. read more

During quarantine and all of this work from home life, I've relied on Dimond Cafe for a breakfast burrito on the days I really really need it. Their burritos never disappoint and we really enjoy their eggs as well. It's filling, good quality, and gives me all the energy for a work from home day. I've definitely ordered more than 3-4 times since shelter in place. Thanks for the yummy food! read more

Dimond Cafe has the best breakfast and coffee. Plus fresh orange juice! I recommend this cafe for it's Home style taste and the staff are amazing beautiful people. read more

Breakfast burrito and Club was solid. Staff/owner was helpful. Will be back when in the area.

Haven't been here in a while...was in the neighborhood and thought I stopped by for breakfast. I was surprises Paul still remembers me. The establishment has changed a lot, now it's a cafe with many breakfast and lunch items. The place has also been updated. nice place to work and enjoy ur food, place was crowded when I was here for breakfast. I ordered a sausage breakfast burrito which was very stuffing and good. same great service. will come back. read more

Dimond Cafe - sausage breakfast burrito $6.50 - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

I can't believe it has taken so long for me to locate this gem in my neighborhood! Walking in, you would not expect much. Just looks like a little local coffeeshop. The staff and ownership are super friendly and the short order cook should be called CHEF! My friend and I have now ordered breakfast 5 times in the last two weeks and every time it has been exceptional! Do yourself a favor and try the French toast special. French toast, choice of meat, two eggs any style, and the most delicious, simply prepared diner style potatoes you will ever have. The French toast is far from your usual "bread soaked in egg" affair. Perfectly browned, custardy and soft inside. Eggs are always perfectly prepared. I will continue to frequent this place and tell all my friends about it. Great Job!! read more

It pains me so much to write this review. I have been going to Dimond Cafe for over 4 years. I lived in the Fruitvale area but when I moved I still drove out of my way to get breakfast here. It was always good and the service always perfect. Yesterday it was horrible. I should have complained a when I had first had issues the some time ago. The first instance happened some time ago when I ordered a Caesar salad to be delivered to my home. I wasn't expecting to a million dollar salad, I knew what I was paying for, but what I didn't expect was dirt to remain on the romaine lettuce. Yes, i said dirt. They didn't even bother to wash off the lettuce before chopping it and serving it. I should have complained then but I thought it was a fluke again because I go out of my way for this place regularly. I took pics, and they are attached also here. Yesterday was the final straw though. I walked in to place my order. I was told it would be ready in 20 mins. That was fine I had other errands to run in the area. I came back and I was told it was going to be just a few more minutes. Not a big deal, maybe I came back early. All of the DoorDash, GrubHub and other walk in orders are leaving before mine. But Where is my order? After letting us know that our ticket never actually printed out, we ended up waiting an additional 40+ minutes (totaling an almost 1 hour and 5 minutes later since I first placed the order mind you) my food was finally given to me. Again we saw numerous other orders go out even though we had been waiting the longest. Both of our hot chocolates tasted like brown water. After dumping them out, we realized that there was 1/4 cup of just chocolate powder. Neither weren't even stirred. As part of their apology for the delay in our order, they gave us a fruit cup, right out of the cooler.... But alas the fruit was covered with spots of mold. I don't think I will be coming back for a while and honestly that makes me really sad. read more

Dimond Cafe - Dirt not washed off my lettuce of my Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

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