Round 2 was a hit again! Walked here and still see that parking is not an option! Park near the lake or amidst the neighborhoods which are all hilly and packed and walk if you ge lucky. This time switched it up. Sat in a blue chair outside, so nice, and got the chocolate chip cookie (highly recommend warmed and ge try lots of napkins as the chocolate goes everywhere but worth it) and a cafe au lait (shout out to my French fam) and another Ham Kachapurri. I came late again, around 12:30pm. Aiming to come when the open next time to catch the uber fresh bakeries! read more

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I have their kchachapuri every time I'm in town. So good. The rest is serviceable, leaning minimal. Great little quiet spot.

We stopped here for my husband's birthday bakery crawl. Not only was the food delicious but the service was fantastic. The overall vibe was very friendly, definitely a neighborhood cafe. We enjoyed all our treats and would happily return. read more

Haddon Hill Cafe - Happy birthday boy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

Khachapuri with ham was pretty good, albeit a little burnt. Our coffees were fine. The person helping us was a little off-putting; I asked if they offered any syrups with their lattes and she responded with a very passive aggressive "we certainly do not!". I thought it was a very standard question lol. Anyway, went with the mocha and my friend got a cafe au lait--both were alright. I saw after ordering that they do have self-serve bottles of sweeteners at the pick-up area: honey and brown sugar syrup. Would've gotten a standard latte and added my own sweetener if I knew. Vibes are nice. I like that they offer a bunch of outdoor seating, as well as some indoor. read more

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After walking up the stairs to the top of the Cleveland Cascade, my guide to old Oakland, turns us down the hill on Merritt Ave. At the bottom of the hill I see the convivence store he points out. That used to be a 7-Eleven 50 years ago. Wow, this is all way before I was born! Then we turn left up Brooklyn Ave, I see this big ass hill, I hope we don't have to walk up that! No, he says as we turn left on Wesley Ave. There's a row of store fronts and he says, this is where I picked up my papers for the paper route. It's the location of the Haddon Hill Cafe now! All the other paper boys assembled the papers with what they called "inserts" he tells me inside this store front. Wanna get a snack and coffee? Sure, so we go in and get a seat. He goes up and gets two coffees, he knows mine is just black. On a plate he has a croissant that looks tasty. This turns out to be quite an informative walk in the Lake Merritt area and weird thinking I'm sitting in a cafe right where my friend used to assemble papers over 50 years ago! Historic cafe location and I didn't even know it! Seems like a nice neighborhood place to hang out. read more

Haddon Hill Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

Ham and cheese croissant was pretty good if I avoided the parts that were a little over toasted (that's a me thing). But the latte. I cannot get over the latte. I knew something was up when I picked up the cup. It was light. I got back to the house. And how is it that my cup is almost less than half full? You want me to pay $7 for this? Wild. read more

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I got an espresso and an oat milk cortado. Both were just ok. The espresso had a slightly burnt flavor that also came through in the macchiato. That said, I also had a Khachapuri for the first time and it was excellent. I got the veggie one with mushrooms. Highly recommend. read more

Haddon Hill Cafe - Espresso and oat milk cortado - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

Customer service, unfortunately. The staff making coffee wasn't open to the idea she heard me wrong with my order and seemed overall frustrated. It was an uncomfortable vibe for sure. Coffee not worth the bad energy. Hopefully customer service can improve. Great location. read more

Amazing little bakery in the neighborhood next to Lake Merritt! Walkable too so you can grab coffee/pastries and walk by the Lake. The menu itself is pretty standard, simple coffee shop fare. I like that they also have a pretty hefty tea menu; I tried a lychee tea which had a nice, subtle but clear lychee flavor to it. Pastry-wise, this is one of those places where pretty much every single pastry looks delicious! I opted to get the caramelized onion and mushroom croissant, a unique item that I've never seen elsewhere. This may have been one of the best filled croissants I've ever had--the croissant itself was buttery and flaky, and the inside was super umami from the mushroom blend. There was plenty of cheese inside and it didn't overwhelm the mushrooms and the caramelized onion was the perfect flavor to wrap it all together. Lastly, service was super friendly and some smooth classical music was blasting from the inside of the bakery--what a vibe! Great bakery to start your morning at. read more

Haddon Hill Cafe - Caramelized onion and mushroom croissant - delicious cheese crusted outside! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

I decided to try Haddon Hill Cafe with my sister as a little catch up date and because it was local! Haddon Hill Cafe is a little hidden. I'm not sure I saw an actual signage for it, but there's not much around that block except for the cafe, so you won't miss it! I came on a Friday morning, and it was easy to find parking around the block. Currently, there's only a couple of outdoor seats available, but it seems like generally people take their items to-go, or just sit down for a short while. They do not offer indoor seating yet. They display their pastries right by the window, so if you're in-line, you can think about what to get. When it's your turn, you order right at their door counter, and they'll let you know when your order is ready! My sister ordered a Latte with oat milk and Khachapuri. I ordered their Apricot Scone with a Cafe Au Lait with almond milk, as it seems to be a popular item on Yelp! I'm a total noob when it comes to coffee, but I normally get a latte or cold brew, so the Cafe Au Lait was not my norm! I had to ask the employee what the difference between a Cafe Au Lait and Latte was, and he was kind enough to explain to me. Totally butchered pronouncing Khachapuri too, but he gently corrected me, haha. Nice employees! It took a couple minutes for a table to open up, and thankfully we were the only ones waiting around, so we got first dibs on it! Thankfully it wasn't too cold to sit outside today either. Our order was ready relatively quick. We were pretty excited to give the Khachapuri a try because the only other time we had this was in Seattle and the one we had there had set the bar really high. I think the Khachapuri here could be a little softer on the crust and the egg was a tad overcooked for our liking, but other than that, it was satisfying. My sister had most of it since I tend to avoid dairy. As for my scone, I thought that was pretty good. Mildly sweet, had some apricot pieces here and there, and I liked that this scone wasn't too dry, and not too crumbly either. It was well made! As for the Cafe Au Lait, I figured it just didn't really fit my personal taste, but it's probably good for people who do like Cafe Au Lait! I was just feeling a wee adventurous today and gave it a try. Would I come back? For sure if I'm around the area. I feel like their pastries are pretty worth it! I'd like to give their morning bun a try next time. Thank you for the warm service! read more

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Perfect spot for breakfast/brunch, small little cafe run by the best employee there! Indoor and outdoor seating and pet friendly! Service is great, Ricky always has a smile on his face when serving anyone. read more

Decided to give this place a try after I finished doing my laundry next door. The older man working the cash register was lovely. The barista with the nose ring was rude & not welcoming at all!. It was clearly my first time there and when I asked if they had any sugar for my coffee, she rolled her eyes and handed me a bottle that looked like it was either honey or syrup. She handed it to me with attitude as if I should've known that was the sugar. I was expecting either sugar packets or some type of sugar grains, not liquid. The cute old man saw me all confused & clarified that was their sugar, that they had diluted it. Perhaps she was having a bad morning but her attitude needs to change. She's scaring customers away. read more

I like this coffee shop because it's right next to the laundromat I go to, but it is a walk up coffee shop with outdoor seating set up outside. While I'm working on my computer and waiting for my laundry to be finished, I can count on this place to be open after 8am. There usually isn't a line right when it opens, but this is a neighborhood coffee shop so an influx of locals at different times of the day isn't unexpected. The service was friendly and their alternatives for dairy milk are oat milk and almond milk. I ordered the dirty chai (chai with a shot of espresso) and subbed milk for oat milk. The total came to $7 for a medium cup. It's kind of pricey in my opinion, but long gone the days of getting chai and coffee for under $5. read more

Haddon Hill Cafe - Medium dirty chai - $7 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

Kat here with another review for y'all! ********* First time checking out this quaint little bakery found it through Yelp. We arrived around 11:30am looking for their Kachapuri but they ran out. Manager said to arrive a little before 10:30 to grab a Kachapuri breakfast. Out of what was left, we tried out the Cheddar and Chive Croissant and the Almond Croissant based on the Yelp reviews that were listed. Both were amazing ! We will definitely be back again to get my hands on their Kachapuri read more

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Cute place to stop at if you're in a walk in the neighborhood. Good coffee and yummy pastries! I got the almond chocolate croissant! My iced drink did come in a hot Togo cup so that was odd but not a big deal if you don't take forever to drink your cup. If it sits around then the cup getting soft. read more

Haddon Hill Cafe - Pastries - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

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Coffee always tastes burnt- or like it's made from cold brew, but not awful. Pastry selection is decent though. Not many options this side of the lake so it works for what it is read more

Found this place in Yelp. Really enjoyed the latte and eggy thing. Have been back a few times in fact!

Small neighborhood coffee shop, we stopped by on the way to Lake Merritt and luckily the high reviews are totally justified. When doing a drive-by its very easy to find because of the bright red door. They are part of a group of coffee shops that house-roasts their own beans in small batches, I find that almost every coffee place I've been to that make their own beans also serve high quality coffee. Cappuccino, I knew it would be good before taking a sip and it was perfect, my wife and I both got one and it was totally gone by the time we reached Lake Merritt. Ham and Cheese and Morning Bun. High quality pastries with baked in buttery goodness. Crispy outside and layers of soft fluffy dough inside. Cheese and ham were of the fancy variety and morning bun had a desirable light citrus zest. read more

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This is a walkup-style coffee shop that's perfect to get your morning cup of joe on your morning walk! Also not far from the lake so if you're doing the circuit it's worth a detour. The service here was fast, their prices are reasonable, and I had no complaints about the order process. It sort of creates a little spot to meet your neighbors because everyone is gathered on the sidewalk waiting for their coffee. Love this place! Go here for a quick coffee stop. read more

Haddon Hill Cafe - Menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

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Good whole milk latte. Nice little neighborhood cafe. Sweet watermelon with Tájin on it. Good Starter Bakery pastry. But do me a favor and ask the barista a bougie question - is the chai brewed or boxed? Just don't expect an honest answer. read more

Took a short detour during my walk around Lake Merritt and it's definitely worth it! Come here on a beautiful Saturday morning. The cafe is located in a quiet but packed neighborhood. There was not much street parking spaces available while I was there. Orders are taken at the store front and the pastries are all nicely lined up at the window. There are small tables setup on the sidewalk. The staff are all very nice and service was fast. This cafe serves their own coffee beans and are available for purchase. The latte I got is smooth and has a subtle note of acidity. I really appreciate that they warm up all the pastries with each order in their oven. Guava Cheese Croissant The croissant is very flaky and has a nice crisp to it. It's baked to a golden dark brown color and has an even spread of cheese. The guava jam is a bit solid and doesn't spread out though so it was a big lump at the center of the croissant. Khachapuri It was my first time having a khachapuri so I don't really have anything to compare with. I was pleasantly surprised that the crust is filled with cheese and the egg yolk is still runny. All in all, it was good but I would enjoy it more if there is more cheese or flavor to it as the flavor was a bit blend and the bread is dry with no sauce. I will definitely come back and try the other pastries! read more

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Great coffee, yummy baked goods, and wonderful service. Parking is a little difficult.

I've been getting coffee and pastries here for many years, I love this place with all my heart, and it makes me so sad that the new barista has zero basic customer service, this young non-POC was so rude for no reason at all. Please don't work in the service industry if you are going to be mean to the customers. read more

Medium cappuccino ($4.75) 4 stars because it was served warm, not hot. Another star removed because of no latte art and was given just over a 1/2 cup of coffee once the foam settled. If this is their medium, I hate to see their small portion. Reminder to self, order a large next time and ask for extra hot. Remember to smile read more

Haddon Hill Cafe - Medium cappuccino $4.75. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

Wow, wow, wow. I stopped by this cafe to pick up a late lunch of coffee and a pastry and was amazed by how delicious the sourdough cheese roll was. The onion and Italian sausage filling is so flavorful, it's like eating a pizza rolled up into a muffin. You should 100% wait the 3-5 minutes it takes to heat up the muffin in store - you will not regret it. This is honestly one of the best pastries I've found in the Bay Area. The crust in the outside is perfectly crunchy and the inside is really fluffy with layers of flakey pastry and cheesy goodness. read more

Haddon Hill Cafe - Sourdough cheese roll with sausage and onion - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

"A hole in the wall" is a great way to describe Haddon Hill except passing by you'll quickly notice the long lines and filled up tables on the weekends. I love their croissants - buttery, flaky, and they're huge! I like that they're warmed up when bought too. My favorite is the ham & cheese (but a little pricey I think it's around $6). The cafe au lait is great, I usually ask for less milk. Cappuccino was also spot on. Perfect place to grab something and walk the lake afterwards (it'll prob be difficult to find parking here since it's a residential area). read more

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So yummy! It's nice to have a neighborhood spot to go to. While there was a small line when we arrived, it moved quickly. I love the pastries. Guava cheese croissant was flaky and buttery with a nice sweetness which was in no way overwhelming or too sweet. The ham and cheese croissant was also top notch. There was plenty of cheese and ham, no skimping. We also ordered cafe air lait and a black coffee. Coffee was smooth but had a slight after taste? Staff was nice and friendly. Definitely will be back! read more

Such a cute, little neighborhood cafe. Very friendly, neighborhood ambiance, and delicious pastries. They're associated with Leaning Tower across the street which is also a kind of overlooked gem of a pizza spot. The only thing is that the menu is going to be somewhat limited, but I'm a black-coffee kind of person so it doesn't really matter for me. read more

Haddon Hill Cafe is your neighborhood coffee joint. Even if you don't drink coffee, trying to quit, or not even in the mood for it, you'll somehow end up here anyway. Their coffee and service is top tier however, I'd have to give allllll my lucky Yelp stars to their Khachapuri. Yes, it can be a struggle to pronounce but you wont have any struggle scarfing this down. I miss you Haddon Hill. read more

Just picked up potentially the best croissant I've ever had. Perfect start to my Friday morning. It was specifically the caramelized onion & mushroom croissant, highly recommend. And the cold brew pairs perfectly with this on this warm morning!! read more

They make me feel at home. Very friendly place. Always fresh coffee and pastries in a very quiet and comfortable environment.

1/22/22: Doing laundry next door is not complete without a coffee and pastry from this Cafe. The only con is that you better go early on the weekends because their will be a line and possible all the popular items gone. Today, I wanted to try the Khachapuri that they always have displayed at the window. But, of course, I was too late. But, I did score a Detroit Style Tomato Basil Pizza. And it was SO good! As I'm sitting here waiting for my laundry to dry and typing this review... and kicking myself for not buying two! Sorry... no pictures to show! Food was devoured instantly! I'll definitely take pictures next time :) read more

Another instance of human kindness was exemplified today from Aaron & Ricky at Haddon Hill Cafe. They, like many businesses in the Town refuse to accept cash due to the excessive crime wave we have been experiencing here in the bay area. Unfortunately I didn't have a debit or credit card since my wallet and phone was lost/stolen and its been so much fun replacing all that. Well, these guys gave me coffee on the house and a scone. I put my name down and they now have a tab set up for me next time I come in. Baller. i will be back. good coffee and delicious looking pastries! read more

Haddon Hill Cafe - Apricot scone - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

This place is located by the lake. Awesome coffee and pastries. The breakfast pizza is a 10. Can walk off the calories up the hills around the cafe or around the lake. read more

Great coffee. Pastries are amazing and all are made at their other location (leaning tower of Pizza). The egg croissant & mushroom bun are definite winners. Service was friendly and a one women show. The person who took our order, made our drinks, and warmed our food. This was fine as we were the only customers at that time, but i would imagine if there are 3 or more patrons you'll have a wait. They're only offering outdoor seating which made for a cold winter morning a little cooler. Really hoping they offer indoor seating again as the inside of the coffee shop looked really fun. read more

Free parking on the streets, very easy cafe location to find, fresh pastries. The coffee is a must to try. I ordered the large white mocha. Amazing coffee. First impression and taste noted of the coffee I ordered: bitter and sweet at the same time. Perfect amount of sweetness. Strong coffee bean taste and coffee just lingers on the tongue playfully. The coffee goes down smoothly and makes you wanna continue drinking until you get to the bottom of the cup. Perfect concoction of morning happiness in a cup. Definitely will come back again when I'm passing by the area. read more

Haddon Hill Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

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Incredible every time. They have such great pastries especially! And such charming neighborhood gem

I've been going here since 2020 when you not only couldn't enter the storefront but the coffee had to be ordered online at the pizza shop. Back then there were 1-2 baristas that rotated each time I came by. Now that they've not only moved to the location next to the laundromat but also have expanded to allow for in cafe customers, many things have shifted. I don't know if there is a conversation upon hiring around basic customer service, but have one soon. Because not only did this young non-POC not greet me but he was all around rude for no apparent reason. I'm not here to have a conversation or take up any one's time while they are on the clock but learn some basic manners or don't work in the service industry. read more

What an adorable neighborhood joint on a quiet side street. This cafe was very clearly a spot that if you know it, you love it. The espresso was pretty good but the baked goods were show stopping. Highly recommend the guava croissant. It was so flaky and flavorful that I purchased a second for later immediately after devouring the first. read more

Best Chocolate Croissant I've had in the States bar NONE. While I was visiting my brother I stopped by every morning to grab us both coffee and croissants. Only reason why I'd say 4/5 is their coffee isn't served as warm as other spots, (even when I asked for extra hot)/ Also it'd be nice if they had basic syrup options like Vanilla or Hazlenut, but regardless I'll definitely be back anytime I'm back to visit. read more