I had been to the SF location, but not this one. The interior is just as beautiful as the one in…read morethe Financial District, but parking was way easier. I was craving a slice of their Rose Milk Cake and that's what brought me here. The cashier was very friendly and patient as I decided what else to get. They have a lot of other pastries including different types of cheesecakes. I can be a sucker for those and decided to get the Caramelized Apple Cinnamon Cheesecake Slice. That one was really good. As always, their Rose Milk Cake hits. It's not overly-sweet with just a subtle taste of rose. Delicious. Not sure if they offer it, but next time I'm gonna inquire about ordering full cakes instead:)

This place is epic! I went there for the first time a couple of years ago. I remembered it was…read morethere and have been stopping by, and sometimes, camping out to get work done. They have great drinks. They have really great coffee, teas, and specialty drinks. One day I ordered the tea, and it was so fragrant that the man sitting next to me asked me what it was. I don't know exactly l, but it was fragrant and delicious. The people behind the counter are really nice and sometimes funny. The decor is nice too. I highly recommend this spot.

service is great coffee is The barista David recommended…read moreme to a sanaa latte was deliciousness perfecto

Favorite go-to for a quick coffee or breakfast.Lots of food options. Great place to work for a bit…read moreor take a small meeting -- love that it's open much later than normal coffee shops. Zack and Talia are the best!

I discovered mother tongue brand at a place called Tamper Room in Fremont. I had bought some beans…read morefor my dad, and he enjoyed, so was so excited to see that there is a cafe close by. The space is lovely. I love a cafe that has different seating options in terms of height, and there is a lovely spacious outdoor area as well. It's functions well as a work and social gathering space. I tried a guava pastry that was delicious and got a lot of work done (I worked in 3 spots since I like to move around when I work). Service was great, and there are so many drink options as well! Looking forward to returning soon!

My partner introduced me to this spot a couple of years ago. Initially I wasn't a fan of the vibe,…read morebut over subsequent visits, the place has grown on me. Part coffee shop, part cocktail bar - I'll take one of each please! They make good, hand-crafted cocktails; the espresso martini, topped with ancho chili powder is my partner's favorite, he will request to go here specifically for this beverage. I don't believe they have a food program besides some pastries. Would love to see some breakfast and lunch options offered; it would entice us to hang out even longer. Music is good and upbeat - definitely extra points from me on that. Pay attention to the leaflets/posters and other materials they have at the entrance and around the establishment, you might be pleasantly surprised at what you find. Last time we were in, I picked up a calendar of free classes on various highly useful skills, offered by a local organization. I highly recommend checking out the classes, and would have never found them if not for Mother Tongue. Open 7 to 7 daily, which is great. We'll be in again soon.

Best Lox bagel I've ever had! The fresh cucumbers and the jalapeno bagel really set it off!…read more I enjoyed the service and the vibes of the shop. Highly recommend the kinfolx cold foam!

Let's get this out of the way: I am going to sound like a curmudgeon, so first the good stuff:…read more Spacious, lots of breathing room, free street parking on William(s)? St. Pleasant soundtrack for working. 11 tables with power. Two long high-tops. Nicely decorated with what I assume is local art. The neutral stuff: All of the tables were occupied busy at 11:45 but there was no line at the counter. The Questionable: There is an $0.50 upcharge for ice. ICE. The same water that makes up 99% of your $6.00+ beverage. That's true. Fact-check it: In a standard 12-ounce cup of brewed coffee, the actual coffee content--measured as Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)--is typically between 1.15% and 1.35%, with water making up the remaining ~98.65% to 98.85%. As I wasn't notified beforehand saying, the ice--the solid version of the water that is most of your beverage--and the volume displaced by the ice does not add to the water which fills in. In fact, ice is less dense than the liquid form, so one might argue that there is in fact less water than if cold tea, no ice, were requested. But I digress. I acknowledge the hour but the place was pleasantly abuzz--the staff was not in the weeds. Waiting ten minutes for an iced tea and a warmed croissant isn't a tragedy, but when the pastry arrives cold, it's just annoying. Especially when you've tipped $2 on $11 for counter service. Now, the seating: the two-tops are too small to ask to share without being awkward. After sitting at a bar-height table on a backless stool for an hour, and having the first table that opened up sniped by a man much younger and faster than I, was a real bummer. After nearly two hours and my back and neck legitimately hurting from hunching over my computer, and my power dwindling, I packed up and left. I regret that I took no photos but I had work to do.

I noticed this vegan café while looking up options in the area. Since I'm not in the East Bay…read moreoften, I decided to grab a slice of cake to go after brunch, before heading home. My friend and I aren't really coffee drinkers, so she got a bottle of Virgil's Root Beer and Bernie's Cider, and I got an Iced Tea. I loved that the tea wasn't sugary, allowing the actual tea flavor to shine. Even though we were stuffed from brunch, we both got cookies with our drinks: lemon and peanut butter. I also bought a slice of caramel apple cake for myself and the s'mores roll to take to my mom. I tried a bite of the lemon cookie, and it was really good, but since I was full, I saved the rest for later. There's plenty of seating inside, and they were playing country music, which was a fun surprise that made us smile. There was plenty of street parking; the staff were super friendly and helpful. If I'm ever in the area again, I'd definitely try the matcha next time.

I bet other Yelper's will relate to the following: this is my go to, local spot for iced matcha and…read morecoffee beans. Here's the thing; I've never reviewed it! Why? I don't know. Today's the day! I love this place! It's a short walk from my place and was one of the first places I started to frequent when I moved here almost two years ago. The staff's great. I always enjoy the music they play. There's plenty of seating. All of their food/baked goods are made in house. All their offerings are high quality. It's a dairy free establishment. Neither here nor there for me, as I drink a variety of different milks. I'm very fortunate to have this option in my neighborhood.

food was great seats firm tho lol the costumer service was good it's quiet clean bathrooms the only…read moreproblem is the seats but there's pillows so it's fine

This is a great place to study, with free Wi-Fi and a nice atmosphere. **Elias** took my order and…read morewas very helpful. I was undecided between a few choices, and he was patient and helped me make my decision. Great customer service from Elias!

I'm an avid chai drinker and have been trying out all the cafes in Oakland. I came across Dek Doi…read morethis way and discovered it's more than just a cafe. They also serve food. My fave so far is the avocado toast. They recently renovated the space and added more menu items. P. S. The chai is one of my top 3 I've tried so far.

We wanted a cute spot for a coffee in a Sunday morning and this definitely had cute vibes. The…read morestaff was kind but it felt understaffed for the time of day and we had a long wait for our coffee since the barista also had to work the register. I was hoping for a good cup of coffee and crème brûlée was good but we thought it would be hot. The black sesame was really disappointing! And I try to be lenient but I was expecting a black sesame paste and this was coarsely ground sesame on the bottom of my drink. The matcha flavor was ok but not great and the black sesame really disappointed me. I would go for the Thai based flavors over the matcha.

Really great seating! It has a good spread of indoors and 2 big tables outdoors with shading. It…read morehas many outlets and Wi-Fi for your devices. The people are very nice and welcoming and I will be coming often!

Loved every second here…read more The interior: The warm wood, amber lighting, patterned cushions, carved archway, and murals of old city streets made the café feel like another world. Coffee: strong. I make French Press daily at home but Yemeni beans mean business. Take in moderation and enjoy every sip. This is the oldest coffee in the world and we need to drink it with the respect it deserves. Kudos to the Dimond team on MacArthur Boulevard who designed and executed this place - it transported me away from California in the best way possible. I genuinely felt like I was traveling.

I've enjoyed each of the drinks I've tried, most recently the hojicha latte with boba. They also…read morehost pop ups, in particular I've attended the Nekosama pop ups. It's peaceful and calm here, even when it's busy. They also sell artwork from local artists.

The photos looked really good and decided to try it. I ordered the jasmine milk tea with boba and…read morethe tea didn't taste like jasmine or had floral notes at all. It was watered down and the milk was overpowering. The only flavor came from the boba pearls which was very good. The other drink was not flavorful either and tasted watered down as well. I hope to taste more flavor from the tea base.

Always a great experience! One of my go-to spots on Piedmont Ave. I love the atmosphere, coffee,…read moreand food, and the service is consistently top-tier. Highly recommend!

First time here! Located on the famous Piedmont Avenue and just about 2 minutes away from Oakland…read moreKaiser Hospital. Super convenient spot. They open early at 7am and serve the full menu all day, including both breakfast and pasta options. The food is tasty and comes out fast. I'd definitely recommend the scramble. Service was friendly and polite, which always makes the experience better. Taste: 7/10 Service: 10/10 Cleanliness: 7/10