Stopped by Mohka House in Oakland and honestly really liked it. The spot is owned and run by two brothers, 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. read more

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If I was purely reviewing the kind and wonderful staff and possibly coffee and tea, then 5 stars. 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. read more

We stopped by this spot for a snack after a hike. Ordered a pot of the Adeni chai, a sabaya and the spicy chicken fatayer. The tea was creamy and aromatic. The spicy chicken fatayer had a nice kick. Finally the sabaya was perfectly flaky and sweetened. Will definitely be coming back here to try the other pastries when we are in the area. read more

Mohka House - Sabaya, Spicy Chicken Fatayer - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

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This cute little Yemeni cafe is tucked away in the Dimond district. I liked the choice of drinks (caffeinated, non-caffeinated, coffee, tea) and the snack choices (even 6 gluten free desserts). Tried Adeni tea and lemon tart. The tea was piping hot (burned my tongue) and reminded me of a hong Kong coffee/ tea combo minus the sugar) but the lemon tart helped. I liked the seating area (adjustable arm cushions, cute round tables). My friend and I hung out and enjoyed our snacks. The bathroom was clean! read more

Mohka House - Adeni tea and gluten free lemon tart - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

Cute little tea shop tucked away in Oakland. We stopped by and tried their spicy chicken fatayar and sesame pastry w/honey along with the Qishr (non-caffeinated, coffee husk spiced tea). The spicy chicken fatayar packs quite a punch and was a little more spicy than we'd expected, but flavorful nonetheless. The sesame pastry was nice and flaky - a light treat to go along with the Qishr. The Qishr is a mildly coffee and spice flavored drink. I liked it since I wanted a break from caffeine that day. Lots of street parking available and they offer indoor and outdoor seating. Service was friendly and efficient. read more

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Finding this spot was a bit tricky. It was blocked by one of those make shift outdoor dining structures made during COVID haha. The place had a good amount of people it. I found the interior a bit dark. Not a place I'd like to hang out at and chat with a friend. My kid saw they had a tiramisu latte. We decided to get it... dang social media haha. The drink itself looked good. But unfortunately didn't meet our coffee needs. It tasted a bit watered down and the coffee itself wasn't really strong. I wouldn't make a trip out here just for that drink. Maybe their other drinks are great? read more

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Had the qishir and sabaya. The sabaya was flaky and delicious. Needed to do some classwork on a Sunday evening was easy to find a seat but surprisingly also not empty. Chairs, couches and furniture was in good condition. Internet was spotty but ok for light browsing. Parking can be found south around the corner from Peet's. Definitely recommend! read more

Mohka House - Had the qishir and sabaya. The sabaya was flaky and delicious. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

Cozy cafe in diamond district with indoor and outdoor seating. Parking is hit or miss. Will say that it does get pretty loud in here with the background music and many people having full blown conversations. I ordered a baklava and Adeni chai tea. The baklava was okay. The tea came out piping hot (be careful!) and tasted ok felt like it could have used more spices. read more

Mohka House - Menu as of 1/16/26 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

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Hella good! It's been months, but the service is always great, plenty of spots to sit at, and so-far many people on their laptops - which means...good wifi!! Pastries were delicious, I recommend the tomato one picture below. It does have olives, so if you're not an olive person, become one Music is still kept light, and they work fast to get you drink ready to go. read more

Mohka House - Mofawar and Sana'ani - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

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I took my order to go because it was my first time visiting, and I wasn't sure what the seating situation would be. Next time I will definitely stay. Spacious, comfy, nice decor, friendly vibe. I got a mocha house latte with maple syrup which was small but delicious, as well as two great Yemeni pastries. Since there are so many pictures of the food, here are two of the gender-neutral rest room, which is clean, not bad aesthetically, and mercifully does not require a key or code to enter. Make sure you knock first. There was no hand soap in the dispenser, which was a minus, but not enough to take away from the full experience. read more

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Wonderful spot! It has comfortable seating in a gorgeous room, excellent coffee and tea served in individual cups or urns to sip and enjoy with friends at leisure, and very tasty nibbles like honey bread and various pastries. My friend had her baby with her, and the owner (who is a dad to 6 kids, I think he said) was awesome when the baby was fussing (it is a sophisticated cafe that feels welcoming to everyone, including families, if that makes sense - weirdly, there was an off duty clown in full makeup when we arrived, but I assume that isn't a usual feature of the cafe). The owner also commissioned a local female artist to do a mural along one full wall, and the decor and music are also excellent - you can tell he thinks about every detail and really cares about the experience as well as the food and drinks. I will definitely come back whenever I am in the area and leave extra time to enjoy the genuine hospitality and tasteful, mellow vibes. read more

Staff was friendly. Got a mini baklava and a slice of their honey comb bread warmed up to eat. Cute interior with padded sofas and tables and chairs. The coffee and milk tea pots looked really good too, will have to try it next time. Honey comb bread is def better warmed up. Lots of honey. Very unique flavor. The baklava was pretty sweet and fresh. read more

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This cute neighborhood Yemeni coffee shop is really a gem here in Oakland. I came here to grab some coffee and pastries for friends and it was definitely a treat dropping by. Their Mohka House Latte was a fragrant blend of cardamon and cinnamon. They offer non-dairy options such as oat milk which was perfect for me. The latte was made very well and I don't think coffee very often, and even I was able to really enjoy the drink. I loved seeing so many vegan friendly options as well. Their chocolate chip cookie was divine with sea salt and sesame, and easily sharable too. They had a very other vegan friendly options that were also clearly marked. I'd love to drop by again to really enjoy the space. It is gorgeous inside and one I think they should be very proud of for doing. read more

Mohka House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

Loved this place! Came in the morning to get some work done and I was really impressed with the space. It has outlets, great drink and snack options, and a clean bathroom. The guy who took my order, Humza, was very nice and accommodating. I'll be back! read more

Mohka House - Sabaya - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

Walked over for a morning latte with my husband while in town visiting friends. I had the house latte which was the perfect amount of sweet and spice. The latte art was beautiful! We both shared the pistachio and walnut baklava which were both outstanding! A very unique Yemeni spot and the man working was extremely friendly and drinks came out quick and hot. We already plan to go back tomorrow. read more

Mohka House - Mohka House Latte, regular Latte, Mini Baklava - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

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Parking is pretty tough, but it's worth it for the service and atmosphere. The folks at the counter are super nice, and there are so many cozy places both inside and outside to sit, work, read, talk, and eat. For those who stay, they have many different pastries and pot service. Their honeycomb bread (warmed) and Adeni chai are both excellent, and yes - their drinks are hot because they literally prepare them fresh on the stovetop. read more

Mohka House is a cute spacious cafe that offers Yemeni goods located in Oakland. Street parking is the only option so parking is a bit more sparse since it is surrounded by multiple businesses. There are lots of seating and tables available inside, however I would say that the cafe is definitely more on the quiet side. It may not the most appropriate setting to catch up with a friend as there are many people working or studying. There was only one gentleman working who was very welcoming and kind. When I saw adeni chai on the menu prior, I knew I had to stop by. In simplest terms, I would describe it as a milk tea with spices. There is pot service which I thought was super cool, as it is served over a candle to keep warm. I got the 26oz pot and wish I would've gotten the 34oz. It was sweet and flavorful. I tried a couple of the baked goods but my favorite was the honeycomb bread. It was sweet and savory. I also enjoyed the leek and parm pastry which was just savory. The mini baklava was unfortunately insanely sweet-- and this is coming from someone that enjoys sweets. It was difficult to eat due to how sweet it was. I would return in the future for the adeni chai but skip on the baked goods as the adeni chai is a good enough sweet tooth fix. read more

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Came here for a latte and a pastry. The latte was more of a watered down black coffee, tasted a little burnt. I also got a meat pastry, which was very tasty and fresh made. I'd probably skip the coffee, but the pastry selection is pretty amazing. read more

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A top tier place to get some work or studying done. The tables are a good size, the house coffee is not bitter or sour, and the food is 10/10. The workers are really kind and even let me try some new food items out during my visit. I also appreciated their weekend hours going til 9:30pm!! read more

Mohka House - House coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

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Wow! This cafe has everything: delicious food and drinks, fast service, sweet and kind employees, and atmosphere for *days.* I brought my foodie partner, who has lived for long periods of time in the Middle East, to this cafe and he was equally impressed. We're not big coffee drinkers, so we had a pot of Yemeni chai served in a beautiful teapot at the equally beautiful sofa area. It was lovely. We've sampled all of the pastries at this point. They are all *dynamite*, but we still dream of the honeycomb bread. read more

Mohka House - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

A friend of mine invited me to try out this place and I'm glad I did. I first walked in and was taken aback by the breathtakingly exquisite decor. I just had to stand and look around for a moment. The music was very soothing, just a beautiful vibe. I talked with the owner Hamza who has a great personality. I ordered the Qishr, which is a non-caffeinated beverage. It was slightly bitter, but a lovely flavor. I enjoyed it on its own and when I added honey. My friend ordered a croissant and Chai, she enjoyed both. I honestly had an incredible experience. The service was excellent, the pastries looked delicious. This is a cafe I could see myself bringing in a book or laptop, but enjoying with friends is fun too. I can't wait to return. When you visit, be sure to ask the history around the name Mohka, it's captivating. read more

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What a beautiful space this is and so welcoming! Stopped in Tuesday morning 9am-ish and was in awe of all the flavor choices for both coffee and food. There is tea and many, many options, but I didn't have any on this visit. The flavors are all right up my alley, so it was a no-brainer for me to get the Pot Service of Mofawar - cardamom and cream. Convinced hubby to share the 18oz pot with me. It was absolutely perfect...it stays warm in it's glass serving pot, and one can add sugar to their cup or not. While hubby enjoyed it, he's not as passionate about cardamom as I am, so I drank 3 cups to his 1 cup. Don't get me wrong - he liked it very much, but he would choose a different flavor profile next time. So just for reference, the 18oz pot handily serves 2 and you could possibly squeeze a 3rd person into sharing it...but you won't find ME doing that lol. Additionally we each ordered a slice of Khaliat Alnahl (Honeycomb Bread), with additional honey drizzled on top. Also amazing. The sizes were really big and we thought we'd be taking some home....but nope. We each had no problem finishing our own. The whole space is beautiful with quiet music playing in the background...we sat in the window facing in towards the restaurant and just enjoyed the calming decor, music, and amazing food and drink. As we were leaving both of the young men working in the front were sure to say goodbye and thank us for coming. There are so many great options here that I will absolutely be making this my regular place when I want to treat myself to coffee outside my home. read more

Mohka House - Mofawar pot service - cardamom with cream; and Khaliat Alnahl (Honeycomb Bread) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

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My partner and I popped by for a drink before running errands. Curious to try another Yemeni coffee shop as they seem to be growing in popularity in Berkeley/Oakland. The space is quiet, peaceful, and cozy. A few students studying and working away. However, upon entry, staff were pretty cold and unfriendly. Not as much as a greeting or eye contact. HOUSE LATTE (w/oat milk): Not sure if it's just this type of coffee, but the flavor was a bit unbalanced to us... Tasted like watery milk with bits of cinnamon and spices in it. CARAMEL MACCHIATO (w/oat milk): On the other hand, this was extremely sweet lol. SO much caramel flavoring, hardly any coffee flavor. I had a bit of a headache after this... Maybe we just ordered the wrong things or came in on an off day? read more

Mohka House - House latte & caramel macchiato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

9/20/24- Ahhh a beautiful and relaxing way to end the day! Son picked this place and big kudos for his choice.. Went with the choc chip cookie, almond and pistachio baklava and the long walnut bar?. Got a pot of the coffee and son got a tea.. Love the presentation and tray with the glass pot.. So glad we stopped in.. read more

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This place is a hidden little gem! It used to be another cafe called Hive, but recently changed over. I was on Yelp (of course!) looking for a coffee shop and stumbled across this place. I was with a coworker and know the area so thought why not. I first went into the restaurant with the same name a couple doors down lol but finally found the right place. It's decorated so cute with both couches and chairs at a table and I love that there are options! I'm a fan of the small menu and they also had some tasty treat options. I got the chai and it was DELISH! We sat at a table and met and it's a nice place to meet or come solo to get work done or relax. It was a cold day so we didn't sit outside, but there's also some small patio space in the front. I will definitely be coming back and I highly recommend! read more

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Stopped in for the first time today and really loved it. The atmosphere. The staff. The Mokha Latte and Adeni Chai were wonderful. Wifi was strong. Lots of space for people. I'll be back! read more

Amazing coffee and chai. Love their honeycomb bread and the vibe of the place! Service is prompt and helpful. read more

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Coffee drinks here are excellent and the cafe has a great vibe. It's a great place to talk to friends, read a book or work (free internet works well). read more

Mohka House - Iced Mohka House Latte and Adeni Chai with slices of Sabaya and Khaliat Alnahl (honey comb bread). - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

This charming Yemeni coffee spot is a great location for coffee dates. During my first visit, I enjoyed a spicy Chai and shared baklava on a comfy couch. I parked around the corner in a lot; parking is definitely tough to find. read more

Looked for a chill eveningspot and this spot is a GEM. You don't go here just for a drink--you absolutely need to get a sweet. The drinks don't have sugar in it (you can add your own) and I love that. I had a chai with walnut baklava and it was perfection. My date got a mocha with a chocolate covered carmelo concoction that was absolutely delightful. We had some extra time and saw a bunch of regulars get tea so we shared a pot of Yemeni tea-- wow. So good I requested to take some home with me. The guy at the register was one of the friendliest and the vibes were so chill. 10/10 returning! read more

Mohka House - Chai, mocha, walnut baklava, chocolate carmelo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

Great food and service The staff was very friendly. Chill atmosphere and friendly patrons. We will be back soon! read more

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Pleasantly warm. Good tea. Lots of tech workers on a Sunday afternoon. Restroom trash can could use an upgrade: open and very full. Feminine hygiene trash bin either needed emptying or there are customers with bad aim and lacking morals. Automatic paper towel dispenser. Restroom has a urinal and a toilet. The sound track of this cafe is Q'uran verses being read out loud in Arabic. Shazam recognize music pointed to Saad E Ghamadih as the musician. The translation of the verse that was playing at the time made me feel uncomfortable because it discussed what was righteous vs unethical behavior, thereby reminding me of infuriating topics. Large glass display of sweets and breads. Comfortable looking sofas; did not try them. The inside is significantly more pleasant than how it looks from the street. Would return again for the warmth and tea. read more

Came here during work and the drinks are amazing. Place is clean and nice . Place does get busy so come early food is great as well but the cakes are okay . The workers are so nice . Will be coming again read more

Mohka House - Red Velvet Cake 2/5 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

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It's a local Arabian Yemeni theme coffee shop / tea house. It's clean and decent with very nice decoration with wall prints and decor with both indoor and outdoor seatings. There are many delicious pastries and bakeries and drinks with Mediterranean flavors. They still serve classic/original flavors as well. Service is coffee-shop like order-to-sit-and-clean. There is WiFi to work, study and browse. Good for students, remote workers. Great for groups, kids, seniors, meetup and couples. Free street parking and paid parking available. read more

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Special place! Beautiful, relaxed atmosphere with unique coffees and teas. Get the unsweetened tea with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom. Then, eat with a sweet (but not too sweet) pastry. Perfect pairing. read more

Mohka House - Mini Baklava and honey cheese bread. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

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I would come here just for the service. I'm going to keep coming back until I find a drink I love because I like this place so much. It's a hidden gem in the Fruitvale. I've tried the ginger milk and the Adeni chai. They were both okay. Actually, they're probably pretty good it is just that I have particular tastes. I drank both completely. You won't regret spending time here. read more

We sampled a lot of food, sweet and savory, and it was all delicious. Had the Yemeni tea pot which was good too. The three staff we interacted with were all super friendly. Inside was a bit loud and the chairs aren't fat friendly. But the atmosphere and benches in the parklet were great. read more

Mohka House - Sign from parklet perspective - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

Great coffee and tea. Love the unique warm and cold drinks, middle eastern delicacies read more

Mohka House - Cheese bread and baklava were amazing! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California

Best coffee in town with the best customer service! I would give 10 stars overall if I could. The cleanliness is also immaculate. read more

After going here for 2 years and trying other Yemeni cafes, Mohka House always has the strongest coffee beans. I love the balance between sweetness & their strong beans 10/10 my favorite - Spanish Latte read more

Mohka House - Spanish Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oakland, California