Yummmmm! Friendly staff, low-key vibe & all around amazing experience for my first time here. I had a dirty matcha (made deliciously) with almond croissant (perfect amount of crisp to it) and both were divine! I would highly recommend if you are walking this beautiful neighborhood and want to stop for a quick bite and a drink to enjoy. Sit down and people watch for a few, you deserve it ;) Mahalo you folks, I will dolphinately be back! xo Kelso read more

price is way too high for basic latte or any drinks. $20 for two iced latte with tax and tips. I am very much sure individuals cafes do not consider working class people as their customers when they fix store hours and prices. and they later complain and cry on social media why people go big chain like Starbucks. and no the coffees are not extraordinary good or some willy wonka situation happening here. just literally basic caffè with basic drinks and basic tastes. (this reviews had nothing to do with the baristas. they were amazing. 3 stars for them otherwise i would just put 1 star.) read more

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Got the spring mint mocha. About 1.5 years ago, a staff made it here for me ... it was so delicious.. and I have never had it taste the same unfortunately. But it's a standard coffee. I absolutely LOVE the original mochi muffin. The mochi texture is my favorite because of how bouncy and chewy it is. Prices are $$$ for their pastries and coffee but I do like how it's in Alameda. I would like to note the baristas are nice and they know the regulars which I can tell because they did not greet me at all. You can def see how they greet the regulars versus the other customers as I was waiting for my drink. When I walked in - Not even a hello, or I'll get to you soon. I stood there just waiting and I can obviously tell they're busy so that's why I am waiting - but it would have been nice to be greeted. The two baristas had time to make random small talk as I waited and nobody greeted me still. When she was ready to take my order it felt a bit awkward because still not really a greeting. I'll def come back for the muffins but if I have to stand around awkwardly then I'm going to leave next time lol read more

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Decent coffee in a small space with very limited seating. The service was good, and the milk was foamed well, which made the drink enjoyable. It's more of a quick stop than a place to hang out. Service: Friendly and efficient Food/Drinks: Decent coffee with well-textured milk Ambiance: Small and minimal, best for grab-and-go 7/10 Solid coffee and good execution, just not a sit-down spot read more

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Cute coffee spot in a good location and nice staff! I ordered the strawberry latte, and it was creamy and had the right amount of strawberry flavor I was looking for. It was $6.95, which I think is a bit pricey for what it is but it tasted good. This is more of a grab and go place, but there is a bench and a small table outside that people could sit at. read more

Highwire Coffee Roasters - strawberry latte - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Alameda, California

Best Oatmilk Capp in alameda. They used to serve craftsman and wolves WAY back in the day and that was amazing. Now I just go for the capp, but it never disappoints! read more

Highwire has become our coffee shop of choice in Alameda. Having worked in the coffee business for years back in the day, I'm pretty particular about my brew. Highwire's coffee is good, and strong. I always get a cold brew with vanilla, my partner goes for a standard black coffee. They sell creatively-named ground coffees, which we will need to buy a bag of one of these days. The people working here are always nice. They also sell 'Happy Moose' energy and immunity shots, which are great when you need a little extra pep in your step. They have a bench and a table outside, but this is mostly a grab-and-go type of place. My only complaint about this place is that they don't take cash. Cash is legal tender for all debts, it allows people to transact in privacy, and allows access to people without bank accounts or credit cards. It is essential to keep cash alive, and I hope Highwire will reconsider this policy. Everything else is great. Thanks for keeping us running, Highwire. read more

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My go-to order is an iced vanilla latte with oat milk during the warmer months. Their seasonal cruel palmer (ice tea lemonade) is super refreshing too. Their chai lattes are pretty solid and unique. They have a good variety of pastries, including mochi muffins/donuts from Third Culture Bakery. I like that they use Minor Figures brand oat milk. The staff remembers their regulars which is a plus. My only wish is for the location to be bigger and spacious. read more

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My cappuccino ruled. Tasted so good! Will def go back for more java. I was so inspired on the mod design of the building I sketched it. read more

Highwire Coffee Roasters - Outside view of High Wire Coffee in Alameda, CA. Drawn by Morris Eaddy. - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Alameda, California

My partner likes cream or half & half in her morning coffee and a few days ago when she opened the fridge she realized we were out of creamer. Got home late the night before and decided not to go to the store. So time to walk down the street to get coffee. I had been in here a few times before. Place is clean, staff is pleasant and most important, the coffee is great. I'm not a fan of the hipster coffee like verve or philz so good thing. Two days later I was back again. We had creamer but we didn't have power so no hot water to make coffee. Good thing they are close. Probably going to stop in more often. They also have some muffins and the like. This place has no inside seating but there is a small table and bench outside. read more

Stopped by for a pick-me-up drink. Small but modern looking storefront with your typical coffee drinks as well special drinks (strawberry latte, mocha, chai latte, etc). They also sell their own beans. I got an iced mint matcha latte special. I thought it was just okay, the hint of mint was nice but the matcha wasn't too well mixed as there were many bits on the bottom. I liked that it wasn't too sweet which was just as advertised. The hot mocha drink was good, not too sweet with a noticeable taste of spice and chocolate. My family tried their espresso and being avid coffee drinkers, they thought the taste was fine, nothing too crazy but also not bad. Service was quick and friendly. read more

Highwire Coffee Roasters - Iced mint matcha latte (special) - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Alameda, California

Cute little coffee shop with great service. Got a creamy matcha latte (with no after taste or powder), hot morning tea and apple scone. Perfect way to start any day! read more

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I came here on a whim just looking for a spot to sit and chill for an hour, but unfortunately, there were actually no indoor tables or bathrooms for customers. I ordered an allspice latte which was well made, but as a coffee enthusiast/hobbyist myself, it's very hard to justify paying $7.50 for it. read more

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A cute tiny spot for coffee! I got a cappuccino and I loved how it had a lot of flavors within the espresso. It was strong and perfectly foamy! read more

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Great service, great coffee! It was my first time coming to High Wire and I absolutely loved it! My husband and I spent the first part of our day at the Everyone Eats Market a few weeks ago, and we desperately needed some caffeine before making our way back home. We decided on trying Highwire, and we were so glad we did! Their menu is small, but I almost like that better than when a menu has too many options to choose from. My husband got an iced vanilla latte, I got the cruel summer iced tea. Both were delicious! The coffee was nice and smooth, and the iced tea was so refreshing. So needed after a day out shopping in the sun. This is a smaller coffee shop, with limited sitting space, so just be aware of the fact that you are more than likely going to have to take your treats and beverages to go. There is a couple tables outside, plus a bench or two for you to sit and hang out, but otherwise, there's not much room. The baristas who served us that day were so awesome! Very friendly and took the time to explain their products to us when we asked questions. Will definitely be back here in the future! read more

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Came by for coffee the other day and it was a phenomenal experience! Parking is available on the street around the coffee shop. The coffee shop is tiny and can may be hold 3 customers max. There were 2 staff members working during my visit with some opting to wear a mask. There was a small selection of pastries next to the ordering counter. Ordered a latte and it was excellent. Espresso was smooth and the temperature was perfect. Latte art was phenomenal too! They take credit cards! read more

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My partner was in the mood for some coffee and we stumbled upon Highwire since it was the one of the few shops that were still open in the late afternoon. I opted for a matcha latte and he got a mocha. If you are a matcha lover I would skip the matcha here. The matcha was very light and was more milky and watered down. I definitely had stronger matcha lattes in the bay. I would recommend their coffees though as my partner's latte tasted much better. read more

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Delicious watermelon espresso tonic! Staff members were nice. Not a lot of room inside, like you can only really order, get it and get out, but there is a bench right outside the door. Will be back again if I can make it down that side of Park St. again. read more

Highwire Coffee Roasters - East Bay Breeze: double espresso, tonic water, watermelon syrup - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Alameda, California

I liked the chaider and the mochi donut. People inside seemed happy, tables outside for sitting, I came back and had the chaider three times while i was in town because I just loved it and can't have coffee anymore. read more

Great place to stop for a coffee pick-me-up. Easily walkable area with plenty of bike parking. Car parking can be a challenge on Park street so you may have to loop the residential areas for a spot. read more

Cute coffee shop next to downtown Alameda. - Parking: super limited street parking. If you're not lucky to get a spot right out front, be prepared to park elsewhere and walk over - Food and Drinks: cute pastries in a display case, and many different coffee drinks. I ordered a matcha latte with almond milk. I enjoyed this as it was right in between sweet and bitter (and it was smooth - not grainy like some other cafes) - Service: the two staff members that were there this morning were friendly and quick - Miscellaneous: cute dog Polaroids in case you need a pick-me-up. Barista did some pretty cool latte art. Small tables are available outside to drink at (no seating indoors) read more

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Super small coffee pastry shop! Amazing service, love the jar of available dog treats :) Tried the Chaider ($5) which was a chai and apple cider mix. Very intriguing combo and flavor! It's made hot only and with oat milk, which is what I would've asked for anyways! The apple cider flavor really comes through and the chai seeps through near the end. It's all the holiday spices in one warm cup! read more

Highwire Coffee Roasters - Chaider ($5) chai + apple cider - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Alameda, California

I'm not even sure I should be writing a review because I only come here for their pastries. They carry amazing pastries from 2 local spots: 3rd Culture Bakery Craftsman & Wolves I've gotten both, and it's convenience for ME cuz both bakeries are too far for me to trek to. Sure they are a bit pricey but it's still cheaper if you made the drive! Here's what I've had: MORNING BUN - $5.70 Bariani Honey, Vanilla, Lemon Sugar. Flakey buttery dough with a filling of honey, lemon, and vanilla that creates a soft center and tossed in Meyer lemon sugar. Although it didn't taste that fresh it was still really good! MOCHI MUFFIN - $4.25 Really can't go wrong with any of the flavors. The best of both worlds between Mochi and muffins! KOUIGN AMANN - $5.50 I love how it comes with a tiny macaron on top--like a bonus pastry! The rest is flakey and not at all dry--I think there was a bit of a filling. This place is very tiny bit there is a bench in side which my friend and I used until the rain passes. There are a couple of tables and chairs outside but it won't cover you from the rain. I'll be back soon! read more

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Good coffee! I found this place while in the area. It's a small place with no seating inside but some benches outside. Simple menu I really liked the coffee quality. Friendly staff. read more

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My family was looking for an afternoon pick-me-up after lunch nearby so we decided to stop by Highwire. The shop is much smaller than I thought it would be. Basically, takeout only but they do have a few benches/tables outside on the sidewalk. Inside the shop, they have enough room for their counter, fridge, lids/napkins station, and a separate area for merch. Their menu is simple enough - straightforward coffee & tea options with a separate smaller menu of their seasonal offerings. They've also got some pastries available. The baristas were super patient and helpful as my indecisive family tried to decide what we all wanted to order. I decided to go with their seasonal Iced Spring Mint Mocha ($7), spearmint syrup + mocha. It was on the sweeter side, as expected with a mocha. It tasted more like a chocolate milk with mint since I didn't taste much of the coffee. So if you're into the coffee flavor like me, I'd recommend asking for less of the chocolate (if possible). It was good, but I did feel like it was pretty expensive for what it was. I also got the Third Culture Bakery churro mochi muffin. I've had third culture before so it was a treat to see it offered here. The mochi texture was perfectly fluffy/chewy and the churro flavor was a great balance of sweet & cinnamon-y (spicy? Idk lol). Loved it! Even better when it's warm. Overall, a great choice for coffee on the island! read more

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Tasty masala chai. not as sweet as some but also not too spicy. however it has a good bit of flavor too. a good balance. sticky bun was pretty good but would try another pastry next time read more

another franchise coffee shop that serves their own coffee beans. the place is a bit tight. perfect for quick fast grab and go but a bit crowded on weekend. maybe i just prefer going to a non-franchisee coffee shop being a popular franchise they ought to opt for a bigger storefront. read more

Cute place on the outside. Customer service could be friendlier or better in general. I got the matcha which had more milk than actual matcha powder. Maybe the coffee is better, but based off my first visit nothing is really making me want to go back. Hope you all improve on everything. Best wishes. read more

Small shop, but friendly a pretty quick getting your drinks prepared. Have become a Hotwire fan, the coffee is delicious and without any bitterness. Whenever I see a Hotwire location, I stop to buy a cup! read more

Been here a handful of times and service has been consistently amazing. Espresso is always made the way I want, with a short wait, and always delicious! Love the assortment of baked goods and the whole coffee bean selection for take-home, too. Will definitely keep coming back! read more

Came here today on my sister's recommendation. Most important question, would I go back again? In a heartbeat. It's a small store and had really cool designs. In LA, if a place has awesome aesthetics, it either means that store cares thoroughly about everything they're doing, OR the aesthetic is the ONLY thing they're doing. Fortunately, Highwire is the former. They take tremendous care in what they do and it's explicit that they're passionate about their craft. Great coffee is a given. Bonus is their affordability. Gold star is their merch looking incredible and fairly priced. And triple rainbow is Kelvin being a good dude and humoring my subpar jokes. If you need to more reviews, what are you doing? It's a great cup of well priced coffee made by cool people. You don't need a review. You need to go. read more

Happened to pass by the Highwire Coffee Roasters and decided to take advantage of chore day. The brew of the day was Nebilyer Valley, New Guinea, and it was worth fighting a parking spot! A full body tasty tasty coffee with hints of caramel. Not to say it's sweet, but it's satisfyingly different from mainstream brews. I am seriously enjoyed this cup. The only thing that I could wish for here would be to do pour over single coffees on demand. I want to try all the flavors!! read more

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My first review of the year shall be a new local coffee shop :) I have been waiting for Highwire to open after driving by many times and their coffee is just as amazing as their aesthetics! Fun fact: just found out my mom knows the co-owners because they all used to work at Peet's HQ!! If you guys are reading this, Xiao aka Xiao's Blend says HI!! :) read more

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I've tried HIghwire Coffee before, and was excited to see that they opened in Alameda. My favorite go to coffee in Alameda is Julie's, which is also close by. I've mostly been making coffee at home during the pandemic, but needed that extra dose of caffeine one morning, so we stopped by one weekday morning, around 9:30am. They are limiting capacity--only 1 customer in the store at a time, and have lines enforcing social distancing outside. I placed my order for a drip coffee and it was ready within a few minutes--there was a bit of a wait because they were making a fresh batch. The barista wore gloves the whole time and handed me the drink lid using tweezers. I typically drink my coffee with a splash of milk and sugar, but when I try a new place, I like to drink it black. The coffee was smooth, good amount of depth without being bitter. Overall great coffee. Parking can be hard to find depending on time of day, but there's residential parking nearby if you don't mind walking a little. read more

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Welcome to the Island! Yay for delish coffee, warm service and yummy baked goods. -masks required -one party at a time, but looked like patrons with a larger group would have just one person inside the tiny shop - which is super considerate to the staff -2 shots per espresso drink -12 oz coffee super floral and fragrant not burnt like AHEM -third culture and firebrand goods -touch less pay Delightful to see small businesses opening up and thriving! read more

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Highwire Coffee Roasters is in Doggy-Style Hot Dogs' vacated space. just take out, no seating outside or inside. offerings; tea. coffee. pastries brew: American (3.25) 12 oz. brewed to order -smooth tasting, dark roast type coffee with no harshness. drips: -only l person at a time inside during covid -line outside has clearly marked social distancing guidelines. read more

Highwire Coffee Roasters - Americano (3.25) - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Alameda, California

Only a 7 min walk from my place. Nice lil small coffee shop with friendly barista's. The oat cappuccino was exactly what I expected from a specialty place. read more

Was down on park driving to the store and saw Highwire Coffee had just opened up. I was super excited because I love their coffee. I stopped and was pleasantly surprised. There were spots clearly marked outside for social distance purposes, the staff was all wearing masks, and I was handed a lid using tweezers. Coffee was great as always. I got a cup to go and a bag to take home. Will be back soon, I'm sure! read more

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Cute little coffee shop. A few tables and chairs are available. I can imagine this being a nice little spot to check out plants next door and then sit down for some coffee. I ordered a latte and a churro Mochi donut! Both were delicious. The churro Mochi was so soft, I recommend a hot coffee, latte, or tea to balance this sweet pastry. Service was quick and easy! read more

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Without a doubt, this is the best coffee place in Alameda. The beans are excellent, but it's the expertise and care of the staff that make this so exceptional. I have never had anything less than a perfect latte in the many, many times I have been here. And the pictures of local dogs always add to the big smile to my face. The baked good are from the best purveyors in the East Bay (yay to Boichik bagels and the amazing mochi churro muffins!). read more