There were so many delicious looking sweets at Delah! I had a cinnamon date latte. It was perfect…read more The store is clean and very cute. We enjoyed our time relaxing there. We plan to return for an exotic dessert

The desserts at Delah Coffee are so well made and delightfully lightly sweet…read more We thoroughly enjoyed the rose milk cake, pistachio milk cafe, baklava and bread with cream cheese. Everything was 10/10 must eat again

Discovered a new Mediterranean Cafe that carries variety of drinks, sweets and savories…read more Located at the corner of 48th St and Telegraph Ave in Downtown Oakland; Sana'a Cafe has a cozy vibe where one can hang out and chill. The interior makes one feel that you are in a high end cafe with its beautiful decor. Some many items to choose from, the person taking my order was very helpful in explaining the different kinds of drinks and pastries. Ordered the Ginger Honey Jobani as a hot drink, Biscoff Milkcake, Honeycomb, and a Beef Fatayer. There were several kinds of milkcakes which would have the texture like a tres leches cake. The Honeycomb had pockets of cream cheese and was drizzles with honey. The Meat Fatayer is like an empanada. The food and drink were very tasty. Highly recommend to stop by Sanaa Cafe and experience it. Their website shows more cafe openings in the future!

I would first off like to start off by saying that the staff were exceptional. they were so helpful…read morein helping me with deciding on what drink I wanted. Suggested great recommendations. they had told me this is not the first sana'a cafe -- there are 10 other locations around the bay. this cafe, in particular, is great for work or even to sit down and sip some coffee. it is spacious -- with great amount of sunlight. when you go at golden hour -- its perfection. although the cafe is great, my chai wasn't so much. it lacked in flavor and wasn't iced the way I would prefer it to be. but I'd still definitely give this place a try again -- maybe a coffee this time around, haha.

Best beans in the bay!!! So delicious... vibes in the cafe are immaculate. Love the energy and…read moredecorations. Plenty of space to sit inside or outside and even at the bar. Can't get over that this cafe has cocktails too! Coffee and cocktails? Yes please! Staff is so friendly and welcoming. Very patient and helpful!

Both a coffee shop and bar. Expressive about progressive values with signs about KYR for…read moreimmigration enforcement and free Palestine. Got the Latte ($6) with Cafe de Olla Syrup ($1). It was pretty good. The interior has nice pink lighting, some cool art on the walls, and aesthetic areas. A lot of people come here to study/work on the laptops, but it doesn't seem like the best environment for that because it can be quite crowded with lots of conversation. There is also plenty of outdoor space as well.

Great coffee and awesome desserts…read more Been here a few times. Hot chocolate as well was rich and flavorful. I'm definitely coming back

I was in the Uptown Oakland area and needed a caffeine kick…read more The place I usually go to wasn't selling coffee after a certain time (not sure what's up) so I walked a few blocks to Kinfolx. I love the space! It's welcoming, warm, and inclusive. Definitely a community space. There's so many fliers advertising groups, events, and activities. The interior is very thoughtful. They also have a book club and they offer Caribbean patties. I enjoyed my rose iced oat latte. It wasn't overly sweet but had good flavor. Great place to work.

This was an Amazing stop, Sunday morning before the Black Joy Parade!…read more Good variety of vegan baked goods and helpful staff. Nice sitting area and only a few blocks from Lake Merritt and BART. A great spot in Oakland.

After reading a few other reviews about this place I know it's not just me. While I like some of…read moretheir products, the customer service is definitely off especially from the standpoint of exhibiting micro aggressions. For example, in many of my times going there, I've noticed that upon approaching the counter the staff typically have ignored me and continue on talking to each other as well as even giving me glances yet not doing anything. After waiting for some time they then approach. With that, there's one particular man there who purposely would place my purchased item on the counter despite the fact that my hand was clearly reached out to retrieve it from him. He also gives me an awkward look whenever he does this. It's interesting to me as these same ones have the aesthetic of being "open minded/cultured" and "liberal" yet on the inside they're nothing more than covert bigots (likely transplants from some bumpkin states and towns). My thing is if you don't like dealing with certain demographics of people then Oakland is clearly not for you. Try Dixon or Yuba City or some place like that where you can embrace that special brand of hatred. Wearing doc martens, tattoos, hipster haircuts, and piercings instead of a pillow case on one's head doesn't hide their bigotry. The costume isn't fooling anyone. It doesn't fit here in Oakland. Definitely not giving my dollar nor support to this business anymore.

A wonderful coffee shop with a nice ambience inside…read more Friendly and spacious cafe. Try the Yemeni coffee

I've stopped into Sana'a Cafe a couple times a month over the past year and have developed a…read moregenerally positive impression. I've tried a variety of their coffee drinks along with one of the honey pastries. At their best, there's a lovely balance between sweetness, spice and coffee flavor. At their worst, the sugar and spice can overpower everything else and leave the drink feeling a bit one-dimensional. The standout for me is the Sana'a latte with slightly less sugar. That adjustment seems to unlock what they're aiming for: a really pleasant balance of spice, milk, sweetness and rich coffee flavor without tipping into dessert territory. Rich, complex and not overly bitter. The interior is polished and contemporary with chrome fixtures and bold graphic touches throughout. The overall vibe reminds me of a modern hotel lobby in a good way: comfortable, clean and easy to settle into for a while. Service has always been friendly and quick, though a touch distant. Would I call it a must-visit coffee destination? Probably not. But if you're in the area, it's definitely worth giving a shot. Especially if you're curious about spiced coffee drinks and willing to ask for a little less sugar.

This is such a cute café that we walked into after lunch. I ordered their special pandan latte. It…read morewas delicious. It is pretty strong and will keep you up. Just FYI I definitely want to come back here and try some of their food options. It's also a great place to just sit and do some work.

Highlight was the crab garlic noodle surprisingly. Very flavorful and they give a large portion…read morewith lots of crab meat and garlic. We did have to wait a while for the food order which was a little disappointing, even the roti took at least 20+ min to come out and we were the only ones that ordered food at the time. A lot of drink options though and I like the fusion concept. The pandan latte drink I got was just good but nothing outstanding. Not enough pandan flavor in my opinion and tasted more like coconut. Seems like a great cafe to hang out or get some work done. They have a few more tables towards the back of the room.

Stopped by Mohka House in Oakland and honestly really liked it. The spot is owned and run by two…read morebrothers, which gives it a chill, personal vibe. We went mainly for drinks and tried a latte, tiramisu latte, and a Spanish latte. The tiramisu latte and Spanish latte were both really good and definitely my favorites. Smooth, flavorful, and not overly sweet. You can tell the coffee quality is solid. We also tried the matcha drinks in vanilla and strawberry. I liked the strawberry matcha more. It comes unsweetened, so I asked for it to be sweetened and it was great after that. The vanilla matcha was fine too, just not my top pick. They're also dropping a new Ramadan drink soon, a date latte, which sounds really good and I'll probably come back just to try that. Overall, great drinks and a nice place to hang out.

If I was purely reviewing the kind and wonderful staff and possibly coffee and tea, then 5 stars…read more But I ate a selection of pastries and chai, so I have to grade on that. I loved the ambiance, it felt we was in another country. The place was packed I have no idea where everyone parked haha. Very hard to find parking. The Adeni Chai I had was wonderful and I would get again. The lemon pastries I had were good & I would possibly get again. Both cheese pastries & meat pocket I didnt care for so much. I undetstand they are an acquired taste but me being Middle Eastern we have our own versions and I think that's why I didn't like as much. I would definitely go back and try more sweet pastries. They had a large selection I couldn't try them all haha. I would love to try more tea and coffee options as well. Go and try out several different pastries and discover what you like. It's cheaper than buying an airplane ticket to try another countries culture and delights. They also have outside seating which is especially nice on a beautiful day. Pro tip: take an Uber if you can. Parking is hard to get.

Just had a chill 5 star experience at Tea on Piedmont. They've done a great job at creating a…read morerelaxing space conducive to enjoying a cup of tea and a dessert. It's light and spacious with a minimalist Zen vibe. I immediately recognized this was a true tea place, not just a boba shop. It's clearly for people who appreciate high quality tea. I went in only knowing I wanted a boba tea after seeing someone inside enjoying one. The person at the counter was friendly and patient. He asked me a few questions and suggested the hojicha boba, and my tea was ready even before I found a place to sit! It was fantastic! The hojicha flavor was subtle but bright. The boba was fresh, mild in flavor, and had the perfect chew with the right amount of softness. There's also a nicely curated assortment of teas, tea accessories, and books about tea to choose from. Tea on Piedmont is officially my newest addiction! I can't wait to try more of their teas!

Unfortunately, Tea on Piedmont is slowly falling off my go-to list for tea…read more While I admit I haven't been out and about lately enough to frequent them, I feel that the service has gotten more loose and casual - not in a good way. For example today, I walked in and stood in front of the ordering area only to receive no acknowledgement from seemingly 3-4 staff members who didn't seem like they were actively helping anyone. The cafe wasn't empty but it wasn't that busy either to me. It just felt like the staff were having fun by themselves or maybe they were with their friends. Which is fine by me, but after they help customers. Oh, also I asked for one of drinks for dining in and my other drink hot. I received them in a to-go cup and iced. Still both flavorful, but just shows that the staff's attention may appear to be elsewhere.

The food was really good, specially the Rigatoni Chicken Pesto, oh and the bread, the bread is so…read moregood. Dayana at the register and Edgar serving the tables really made a huge impact on our experience, I LOVE POLITE AND FUN SERVERS! Service is a 10/10. Food came hot and quick! Prices are really good and you can eat a plate of pasta for only $16 which, in this economy, I really appreciate. On the downside, the cleanliness of the place was poorly managed, there was a knife on the floor next to our table, and the floors were full of crumbs and little pieces of food dropped by the clients so the ambiance wasn't that good but for a quick lunch it's totally worth it. I will definitely come back!

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