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Oscura

4.5 (67 reviews)
Closed 6:00 pm - 11:30 PM
Updated 1 week ago

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Cheree L.

Ambiance was a cute small little bar and service was quick right away. Was happy to see they had a vegetarian food item so I ordered that and enjoyed my bean salad with the orange alioli sauce. Would like to see more vegetarian options here but would eat again!

Latte
Jose R.

Came here for the coffee but loved the place and ambience. Great place to do work or study. Staff was friendly and coffee was great. Love the mix of it being a coffee spot during the day and at night a small venue for locals to perform. Cool and interesting concept i never thought of before could exist until now.

Hummus platter
Matt S.

Was here for an event they hosted, great coffee and food! They also have a full bar. They said that they change up the food menu often, I'm excited to see this place evolve over the next few years.

Cappuccino and the egg sando!
Liz K.

Came here to do some work and enjoy some brekkie! The staff have such a kind and creative energy. Coffee and food is excellent. Would be a regular spot if I was local!

Iced latte
Jack H.

An amazing coffee bar, done by amazing people! Love Oscura and all they do. Coffee and food are great, but I really love is the community aspect! From music to trivia nights, always something fun to do!

Bar
Lucio C.

Great ambiance Good coffee and innovative food Lavender blueberry muffins, SUPER!!!!!

Amazing little cafe and event space downtown! Came here for the first time in like a year and was so saddened to see they got rid of most of the food items :( I had the BEST chicken salad croissant last year when I came here. I assume the menu items were chopped due to lack of consumption but I highly recommend this place if you need to get some work done or just need a place to cool down and mingle. Best of luck to Oscura and I hope it doesn't go anywhere soon!

Avacado toast
Elizabeth B.

I have tried their delicious coffee, avacado toast & sandwiches. All exceeded my expectations! Lots of room inside to spread out and relax with friends or plug in electronics to do some work. Order @ coffee bar and they bring your items over to your spot with friendly/speedy service. I have only been there during day - but look forward to visiting in the pm soon.

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Great location and atmosphere. Wonderful customer service. Very nice avocado toast with a kick!

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This place is amazing. Great atmosphere, fantastic food and real good people. I'll be back every time I'm in town.

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Great food, and great coffee. The customer service is phenomenal. Perfect place to study!

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My husband had the Cuban sandwich and I had the avocado toast, and both were delicious.

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