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    Happy Donuts

    4.7 (109 reviews)
    InexpensiveDonuts, Coffee & Tea
    Closed 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Connie C.

    Yum! I stopped by here to grab some donuts for a work event and we had great feedback on these donuts, especially for the ube flavor cake donut. I'll probably be back! I tried some myself too and really liked the donut holes and this spiral style donut. Half way into eating the spiral donut I kept thinking to myself: wow this is the softest donut ever. And shortly realized it was because some of the dough was actually undercooked...Luckily I didn't get sick, and no one else noted that this happened with their donuts. I hope it was just a one-off. Inside, it's not very big and in the morning it was pretty packed. Street parking, in an area that can get pretty busy.

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    Inverleith F.

    Ever on the hunt for the best apple fritter balanced with eliminating fried foods is such a challenge! . With a dentist appointment around the corner, I'm early and the shop is open so why not? Here for my first visit, the display case had a nice variety of goods still available including a strawberry fritter for next time. Here's the $3.50 apple fritter which is not super heavy as many I have had and I can see the bits of apple. The glaze is just right and not overly thick or sweet and the overall thickness of the fritter is good. A little more cinnamon would be my preference but overall pretty good. Definitely worth a stop when you are downtown and want to support a local business. Lucky me scored a parking spot just across the street. It can require several laps around the block depending on the time of day here and the parking lot is crazy expensive be patient. Enjoy!

    Carlos M.

    Excellent service and food. Specially the donuts! They are delicious and fresh. I will be coming back. If you want a nice donut, please visit.

    Boston Cream and a Cinnamon Roll
    Bryon M.

    This is what every donut shop should be. Old school classic flavors and freshness. A lot of varieties. I went 2 days in a row. Let me tell you how fresh these were. You go to pick one up and there is no support. Your fingers sink in to the dough. This is a great thing. They also have some coffee drinks, hot chocolate and some sandwiches. It's a very small shop and a super nice staff.

    Don't mind the cruller under the ube donut. Ube was the star ;)
    Randy M.

    The ube donut was on point. The vibe I get with the ube donut, is not cashing in on the "ube bandwagon". This donut shop did ube justice ;) Made this Filipino grin from ear to ear.

    Banana nut cake donut. Hella good!
    Danai S.

    I just got a banana nut cake donut and a caramel macchiato and WOW. The donut tastes like a delicious comforting slice of cake. And I'm impressed with the macchiato! Also, the service was super friendly and welcoming. So 5 stars!! So glad I discovered this joint. I'll be back!!

    Mix Dozen Donut
    Joya M.

    From a very particular person, these are amazingly fresh every time! I was able to surprise my team with a sweet treat and had many options to fit the preference of each person! The only thing is I don't need the calories! I fight with myself everyday to NOT go, however I rarely win that fight

    Sunil S.

    My friend visited from Singapore and he was on a mission to try all of the best donut places in the East Bay. Happy Donuts was our final stop, a few hours before his 16 hour flight back and I'm glad it was the last! We tried 3 donuts: s'mores, bacon and maple, and a traditional glazed. They were each good but the classic glazed won out for us. Prices were reasonable (gone are the days of $1 donuts but at least they weren't $4 each!) and they had a good selection of vegan donuts, as well as a full espresso and coffee bar. Solid donut spot!

    Lots of variety, 6 donuts for about $12
    Jennifer O.

    Top drawer Americano and delicious donuts! After I dropped off my son to go to his tech conference I drove all around uptown Oakland searching for any spot I could buy a cuppa Joe. Nothing was open anywhere until I spied this little railroad retail space. They let me onto their Wi-Fi (don't get me started on this bungled T-Mobile iPhone set up) which they normally don't give out and boxed up my donuts with a smile. Regulars began pouring in, I was soon on my way.

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    Been there four times now and they're glazed donuts are the best in the bay area with super cool super nice employees.

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    Employees are nice, solid customer service. Coffee taste terrible. Not sure what they are doing there but it is bad.

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    I Love the vegan donuts. Only wish they made more. I got there at 9 and they only have 3 left. I highly recommend this place.

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    Both the ube donut and red velvet donut are so good! Def a must try, haven't tried the other donuts but they look just as yummy

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    SUCH fluffy donuts, great service, yummy drinks and sandwiches! Fabulous spot, will come again

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    I love this donut shop literally so cool and so many variations of donuts and the staff is rlly nice!!!

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    Earth Grown Drinks

    Earth Grown Drinks

    4.6
    (29 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    Recommended by a running friend to try this place. I was a bit shock that this is a grocery store…read morethat sells smoothies, chinese herbal drinks, snack, and others inside the store. This is good as it means they use fresh fruits for their smoothie. I got the cantaloupe and strawberry smoothie. It was so good. Their menu explains the benefit of each drink and has lots of choices. This is my 1st time seeing a store in the U.S. that sell order chinese herbal drink. Definitely will be back when I'm feeling a little "hot air".

    I drove by this place a few times but parking is bad because it's in Chinatown (only street…read moreparking). I finally tried this out since we were eating at a place nearby and got lucky and parked right across from this shop. They not only have juices and teas. They sell other items, fresh veggies, fresh fruits and California Lottery Tickets. ----LOCATION---- - Located in Chinatown - Street Parking, plan accordingly or drive with someone and have a friend hop out of the car for order pick up ---HOW TO ORDER/PAY---- - Order/Pay in Person or on a variety of food apps like Uber Eats but also you can order through YELP. - I recommend ordering on YELP or another food app so that pick up is quick and efficient. ____DRINKS____ ----CANTALOUPE & STRAWBERRY JUICE---- - I created this using their "3 Choice" Juice option - Super refreshing! Especially on a hot day - Keep in mind that they are no added sugars, it's straight up fruit and not so sweet - Super healthy! ---- VITMAIN C TEAM---- - This is one of their pre-made juices that is ready for purchase. - They make it themselves - Great for if you're feeling sick, around sick people or for before/after a trip and you need that extra vitamin c boost! - A heads up, the ginger taste is strong in this ----DRAGON FRUIT SMOOTHIE---- - This is was refreshing and tasty. I liked how it wasn't too sweet. My boyfriend originally ordered this but didn't like it so much because it tasted like "Earth" but that's the whole point for it to be no additives and straight fruits and no artificial flavoring... more for me because I drank his smoothie LOL ---SERVICE---- -Service is amazing. They are very kind and grateful. If you have any questions regarding their drinks, they will explain them to you. ---RESTROOMS/INTERIOR--- - No restrooms - It's a small corner shop - This is a more of a grab and go type of establishment ----REASONS FOR MY 5 STARS---- - Variety of fruits and veggies for drinks - Great customer service, they were/are very patient and kind to everyone that they interact with while I was waiting for my drinks

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    1/31/26 Avocado spinach smoothie with almond milk.
    1/31/26 Avocado spinach smoothie with almond milk.
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    Fresh Detox
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    Lane-e Kefa Coffee

    Lane-e Kefa Coffee

    4.5
    (155 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    I order a plain toasted bagel and a double espresso. the espresso was not too bitter. bagel was…read morekind of remarkably akin to the one I used to get in New York City on Broadway South of Houston from the guy in the middle box before work. it was a low bagel a work a day bagel, if that's what you get here. three stars, nothing, boring. but the espresso it's good. so, 4

    Look, I'm a man who respects the process - so I know what it means to apply yourself and deliver…read morequality. That's exactly what Lane-e Kefa Coffee does with their food. I pedaled my bike over there this Wednesday morning, aiming to secure a proper breakfast that would actually carry me past 11 a.m. The shop is cozy, definitely on the smaller side with a few seats inside, giving it that familiar, neighborhood spot feel. It's not a sprawling, antiseptic café, and I appreciate that. I ordered the Laney Breakfast Sandwich, which features egg, fresh spinach, sliced turkey, and Swiss cheese on a toasted English muffin. What impressed me was the intentionality--this wasn't something sitting under a heat lamp, looking defeated. It was clearly made to order. The egg was seasoned right, the turkey wasn't flimsy, and the spinach added that necessary fresh bite. It was a damn good sandwich, simple as that. I paired that with the Berry Lovers Smoothie. The original recipe calls for banana, but I asked if they could swap that out for mango. My people know that mango adds a different kind of sunshine, and they executed the substitution flawlessly. It came out thick, perfectly blended--a rich mix of blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, and that mango kick. It was super refreshing and didn't taste like I was drinking melted ice. The service was quick and friendly, which is key on a weekday morning. Everything tasted clean, fresh, and intentionally prepared. If you're looking for high-quality breakfast fare that feels less commercial and more like something someone actually cares about, stop by. The short bike ride and the intimate seating are worth it for what comes out of that kitchen. They earned this review.

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    Egg, Bacon, and Swiss Sandwich
    Matcha Mango Smoothie

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    Sweetheart Cafe

    Sweetheart Cafe

    3.8
    (261 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    You can order at the tablet screen but I ordered at the counter for the $1 off if you get a combo…read more(drink and snack). I got the boba milk tea large size and a spicy popcorn chicken. The milk tea quality honestly was ok. I am not sure why I tasted a hint of thai tea lol but I did not mind. The boba quality was great. Perfect texture and I love how chewy it is. Plus they gave a good boba proportion! The popcorn chicken was not spicy enough for me so I used the powder they had near the seating area. I think they try to not make it too spicy because a lot of families and kiddos order it so they probably don't want to make it very spicy. You can sit here too as you wait or as you eat. Staff are typical - not overly friendly but not cold. They are ready to work and hustle! Many childhood memories associated with this place. It has remained a place I will always come back to.

    This review is long overdue! I grew up going to sweetheart for boba and small treats! It's across…read morefrom the Chinese school (that I used to attend over 10 years ago). I really liked all the candy/snack options there! Their coconut smoothie or jasmine tea with boba used to be my go-to! They used to have these curry fish balls that I was obsessed with! I'm not too sure if they have it now or not, since I forgot look for it when I came. Overall, sweetheart gives me nostalgic vibes. I'm so glad they are still open till this day!

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    Cafe Da Fonk!

    Cafe Da Fonk!

    4.8
    (17 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    What a hidden gem. We found this place driving by and am so glad we did. They are so friendly and…read morethe food is AMAZING. This is the best biscuit i have had in the BAY. It's super soft, buttery and perfectly salty and she even butter and jams it for you. The breakfast sando was a hit. The cinnamon roll was SO GOOD. It had cinnamon sugar on every bite and the kids LOVED it. They weren't busy when I went but i hope this hidden gem stays and thrives. We will be back(probably this weekend). She even makes her own syrups for the coffee. Try it and you won't be disappointed!

    Friday 13th is usually associated with bad omens but for our March 13th, 2026 I had the good…read morefortunate of grabbing brunch at Cafe Da Fonk! Unseasonably warm for this time of year, I sought a refreshing matcha and brunch with my partner of 3 years. Cafe Da Fonk had a lovely ambiance that calmed my nerves and adrenaline after our trip to the gym. The rustic feel of the cafe partnered with the soft natural lighting made me feel welcome. The staff was very kind and took our order. I ordered a Halal Zadies Breakfast Sandwich with a tiger matcha while my partner ordered the Mulberry Lemonade. The food came out in a timely manner. We enjoyed our brunch greatly and look forward to our next trip to Cafe Da Fonk! We wish you the best in all your ventures.

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    StrawBerry Matcha with Oakmilk and Fig-urr It Out Latte
    StrawBerry Matcha with Oakmilk and Fig-urr It Out Latte
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    Breakfast sando and lemonade
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    Brad's Beanz Enterprizes

    Brad's Beanz Enterprizes

    5.0
    (2 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    This place is probably the most amazing spot ever. Not only is the coffee crazy strong, like give…read moreyou the jitters, profuse sweating, seeing visions, speaking in tongues kinda strong, there is also a place to work on your Harley Davidson with all the parts and cobbled together bits imaginable. I mean I don't own one because I wanted to buy a motorcycle that started and runs when I want it to. You know, a functioning motorcycle that is fast, great for riding that doesn't draw the attention and ire of everyone around you. Or doesn't require constant maintenance and parts that are sourced by one company who artificially inflates prices. Anyway.... The coffee is good. Better than Starbucks, who sucks.

    I have to say I was pleasantly surprised when I first walked in and became a customer of Brad Beanz…read moreEnterprises. The owner was very gracious. He provided me with multiple tokens to enjoy his delicious coffee FREE. It kind of reminded me of how crack dealers lure their customers in, free sample, you are then hooked and next thing you know you are selling your grandmother's television set for another cup! I do have to say that the barista is not very friendly. On one occasion I had been partaking in a few tasty adult beverages and mustered up the courage to ask her out on a date. She never said a word, I reached down and grabbed my coffee and was given a cold blank stare. It might be my fault, she may have seen me go to the Starbucks a block away the day before, it's not like I went to Peet's. The decor is awesome, there are multiple television sets, over twenty chairs to choose from, wild animals running free and always good conversation. Brad you are the man, keep it up and please put a good word in for me with the coffee maker. She's a hard one to crack!

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