Delah Coffee is a local gem that I love supporting! Located off the busy intersection of Grand Ave,…read morethis cafe offers a variety of Yemeni/middle eastern drinks and pastries. There are plenty of open seats inside, which is great for spending time with friends, reading a book or studying. I tried a few things this time - the Biscoff latte which is new, the pistachio and rose croissant, the milk cake, and the spinach and cheese turnover. Beginning with the latte, it actually wasn't too sweet and the Biscoff gave the coffee a light richness that wasn't overpowering. The milk cake is soft and practically melts in your mouth. The croissant goes well with the pistachio and rose filling. Lastly, the spinach and turnover is light, baked to golden perfection, and is the perfect size to share. I can't wait to come visit again!

Got the Yemeni latte (one regular sweet the other not sweet). The coffee was STRONG and spicy (not…read morehot spicy but rich and flavorful spice-forward). The pistachio and rose lattes also looked really good!

service is great coffee is The barista David recommended…read moreme to a sanaa latte was deliciousness perfecto

ordered a pistachio latte with extra pistachio. When I started mixing it, the coffee and milk…read moreweren't blending the way they normally do -- the texture was off. I kept mixing, assuming I was misjudging it, and took a few sips as I walked away. The taste and texture were wrong, almost slimy, and I spat it out. I went back in and asked staff to check the milk. They pulled the carton and told me the expiration date was for the next day, so it was "fine," and offered to remake my drink. I didn't want a replacement -- I wanted them to actually taste or check what they'd just served me, since I'd already swallowed some of it. They insisted nothing was wrong without doing that. I asked for a refund, and poured the drink out on the sidewalk outside, where you could see the slimy, thick consistency on video. When I went back in to show them, an employee looked at it and still insisted there was nothing wrong with it. Milk being dated for "tomorrow" doesn't mean it hasn't turned -- texture and taste are the real test, and this one failed both. I'm most frustrated that staff wouldn't even check a customer's specific complaint about something they'd already consumed. Won't be returning.

I discovered mother tongue brand at a place called Tamper Room in Fremont. I had bought some beans…read morefor my dad, and he enjoyed, so was so excited to see that there is a cafe close by. The space is lovely. I love a cafe that has different seating options in terms of height, and there is a lovely spacious outdoor area as well. It's functions well as a work and social gathering space. I tried a guava pastry that was delicious and got a lot of work done (I worked in 3 spots since I like to move around when I work). Service was great, and there are so many drink options as well! Looking forward to returning soon!

My partner introduced me to this spot a couple of years ago. Initially I wasn't a fan of the vibe,…read morebut over subsequent visits, the place has grown on me. Part coffee shop, part cocktail bar - I'll take one of each please! They make good, hand-crafted cocktails; the espresso martini, topped with ancho chili powder is my partner's favorite, he will request to go here specifically for this beverage. I don't believe they have a food program besides some pastries. Would love to see some breakfast and lunch options offered; it would entice us to hang out even longer. Music is good and upbeat - definitely extra points from me on that. Pay attention to the leaflets/posters and other materials they have at the entrance and around the establishment, you might be pleasantly surprised at what you find. Last time we were in, I picked up a calendar of free classes on various highly useful skills, offered by a local organization. I highly recommend checking out the classes, and would have never found them if not for Mother Tongue. Open 7 to 7 daily, which is great. We'll be in again soon.

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

Grabbed a black coffee one morning before hopping on BART…read more What I loved most was the interior and the art. It feels like a little community hub nestled downtown. I can definitely see myself coming back for a pastry, a latte, and to spend a little time doing something creative.

I noticed this vegan café while looking up options in the area. Since I'm not in the East Bay…read moreoften, I decided to grab a slice of cake to go after brunch, before heading home. My friend and I aren't really coffee drinkers, so she got a bottle of Virgil's Root Beer and Bernie's Cider, and I got an Iced Tea. I loved that the tea wasn't sugary, allowing the actual tea flavor to shine. Even though we were stuffed from brunch, we both got cookies with our drinks: lemon and peanut butter. I also bought a slice of caramel apple cake for myself and the s'mores roll to take to my mom. I tried a bite of the lemon cookie, and it was really good, but since I was full, I saved the rest for later. There's plenty of seating inside, and they were playing country music, which was a fun surprise that made us smile. There was plenty of street parking; the staff were super friendly and helpful. If I'm ever in the area again, I'd definitely try the matcha next time.

I bet other Yelper's will relate to the following: this is my go to, local spot for iced matcha and…read morecoffee beans. Here's the thing; I've never reviewed it! Why? I don't know. Today's the day! I love this place! It's a short walk from my place and was one of the first places I started to frequent when I moved here almost two years ago. The staff's great. I always enjoy the music they play. There's plenty of seating. All of their food/baked goods are made in house. All their offerings are high quality. It's a dairy free establishment. Neither here nor there for me, as I drink a variety of different milks. I'm very fortunate to have this option in my neighborhood.

So good anything you order is so good I will definitely my new go to coffee shop. 10/10read more

We come from out of State to Oakland to visit family and our favorite cafe for our daily coffee has…read morebeen Sana'a Cafe! Their organic coffee tastes great, the space is pleasant with a lot of natural light and the atmosphere is relaxed. We also love the mix of clientele which is just so Oakland. However this visit has been different. The quality of service has fallen tremendously. Despite the specific but extremely simple instructions of the order, it's rarely followed fully. One day it will be perfect, the next the coffee is barely warm when one has asked for extra hot; or one coffee will be sweetened and the other not at all when the instructions clearly ask for light sweet. One day we got two espressos instead of two cortados! The heated fatayer were cold in the corners and all crowded on to one plate so you couldn't tell which has which filling. Just generally, it's as if the people behind the counter no longer care that your experience should be great or that one cup of coffee that you have in your day be perfect! It's not even as if one is asking for anything outside of their ordering menu. We're really dismayed and saddened to see our favorite coffee haunt fall so far from grace. Here is hoping, though, that they will rethink their service attitude.

We wanted a cute spot for a coffee in a Sunday morning and this definitely had cute vibes. The…read morestaff was kind but it felt understaffed for the time of day and we had a long wait for our coffee since the barista also had to work the register. I was hoping for a good cup of coffee and crème brûlée was good but we thought it would be hot. The black sesame was really disappointing! And I try to be lenient but I was expecting a black sesame paste and this was coarsely ground sesame on the bottom of my drink. The matcha flavor was ok but not great and the black sesame really disappointed me. I would go for the Thai based flavors over the matcha.

I was too generous with even two stars before, so I'm setting the record straight. I'm a black…read moresesame aficionado, and Dek Doi ruined black sesame for me. This is hands down the worst black sesame matcha latte I have ever had, if I can even call it that. Since there was zero black sesame flavor and just a handful of seeds dumped into the drink, the marketing is misleading. Skip this place at all costs.

Loved every second here…read more The interior: The warm wood, amber lighting, patterned cushions, carved archway, and murals of old city streets made the café feel like another world. Coffee: strong. I make French Press daily at home but Yemeni beans mean business. Take in moderation and enjoy every sip. This is the oldest coffee in the world and we need to drink it with the respect it deserves. Kudos to the Dimond team on MacArthur Boulevard who designed and executed this place - it transported me away from California in the best way possible. I genuinely felt like I was traveling.

So grateful to be sharing this review!…read more Mohka house is a local gem, located in Dimond District. Clean cafe with tables & couches to sit. Customer service is friendly and attentive. Plenty of pastries to choose from (which I'll be back to try). If you're looking for something caffine free, refreshing, and light consider their refreshers. The pineapple mango was delicious on a warm day. I plan to return to try their chai and house made bread.

I've enjoyed each of the drinks I've tried, most recently the hojicha latte with boba. They also…read morehost pop ups, in particular I've attended the Nekosama pop ups. It's peaceful and calm here, even when it's busy. They also sell artwork from local artists.

The photos looked really good and decided to try it. I ordered the jasmine milk tea with boba and…read morethe tea didn't taste like jasmine or had floral notes at all. It was watered down and the milk was overpowering. The only flavor came from the boba pearls which was very good. The other drink was not flavorful either and tasted watered down as well. I hope to taste more flavor from the tea base.

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

I got the breakfasts burrito here and it was incredibly delicious. It was reasonably priced and…read morecame with delicious salsa. I loved the ambiance inside and I got my food fairly quickly. When I was browsing the menu, they had a ton of good food options for both breakfast and lunch that were decently affordable.