I used to be a regular here, coming every day or every other day to get myself a White Mocha along with a caramel macchiato for my sister as she worked before they opened and after they closed. I will straight up tell you this is the greatest coffee shop I have ever been to. This is not a hyperbole, or an exaggeration. If there was a place that I wish I could be a frequent regular it's this place. It's a small place but the inside is really nice on the eyes. I'm eye sensitive but whatever it is on the inside, the outside light doesn't overpower the insides darker theme. I've been served by the same very friendly staff that have always given me a smile. I no longer live in the area but if there was one thing I could critique I wish this place was open on the weekends. My sister works before and after open/closing hours of this establishment and her only off is the weekends. I really do hope that when I revisit Oakland I can stop by here again (more than once obviously) Keep doing what you're doing. I highly recommend this place. read more

So goooood This spot is always a must before heading to the Oakland airport. Staff is so nice, clean store. strong but good drinks read more

Love this coffee shop. Staff is super nice. They always know my order when I walk in. Super friendly. Not many pastries selections as it's mainly only a coffee shop and sell whole beans. Best mocha I ever had! They do have some outdoor seating. No indoor seating. Thank you for making my morning with a nice cup of iced mocha! 5/5 read more

Peerless Coffee & Tea - Iced Mocha - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Oakland, California

Authentic Coffee! The architecture of the building makes you feel you are stepping into a different world for a moment. If you enjoy flavor and how your coffee is crafted you MUST come here! A lot to choose from, yet the staff has no problem with guidance on your decision! My choice of the day was a Light Drip Coffee from Antigua Guatemala paired with a Raspberry Danish. Everything was delicious! "Coffee Lovers" welcomed! read more

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I got an espresso. It was a dark roast with little crema and thin, watery body. Tasted some dark chocolate bitterness but most burnt notes. Given their extensive selection I was looking forward to the cafe. I'll definitely try their beans for my own home setup, but this shot didn't seem dialed in at all. 2/5. read more

Peerless Coffee & Tea - Espresso, unfortunately tasted burnt and thin - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Oakland, California

Hubby and I were looking for a coffee place while we wait for an event. It's down the street from Starbucks but we figured we go here instead.. we were definitely not disappointed! The best coffee and not bad in pricing. Service was great also! Table seating outside. Go here instead of Starbucks!! read more

Peerless Coffee & Tea - 2 Shots Cortado, brown sugar - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Oakland, California

Love their coffee and ambiance Service is ok hit and miss Food is generally kinda stale from here 2-3 time I ordered I won't order again. Just feels like it's sat out all day Caps and latte are good Affogato is seasonal and I ordered that today. Biggest rip off ever. Photo shown. I LoVE a bomb affogato but they gave me roughly a full tablespoon of ice cream lol it wasn't even a child's size scoop. Tasted good but I would not recommend personally read more

Peerless Coffee & Tea - Affogato - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Oakland, California

Peerless products used to be flavorful and as advertised, however, that is no longer the case. Flavored coffee, namely French Vanilla is no longer flavored. read more

This place is a go to for me as a Jack London square resident, it's insanely good coffee, staff always friendly and lots of parking! Cute lil spot. read more

Peerless Coffee & Tea - This was a iced matcha w cold foam - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Oakland, California

My wife and I love Peerless coffee. Perfect hot or cold. So glad when we found out that Smart N Final carries it. Now it is the only coffee we keep at the house. read more

My partner absolutely loves this coffee shop -- and now I understand why! The flavor of the coffee is truly impressive, rich and perfectly balanced every time. The staff is always so friendly and welcoming, which makes every visit feel special. If you're in the area, you definitely need to stop by and see why this place is such a favorite! read more

Once about five years ago, and again this past week, order a cup of coffee from a restaurant, (two different restaurants), and have to ask the waiter what kind of coffee it is cause it's so good. Both times they were from peerless. One was their French Italian roast and the other was their millennium Joe. A few years back I gave the French Italian roast as Christmas gifts to many of my friends and family. This year it might be millennium Joe. I go to the roasters on Oak Street in Oakland. It's a wonderful atmosphere. They let you taste things. They talk to you about the various taste profiles. They're very pleasant, and very helpful. Keep up the great work guys. Oh, and happy hundredth anniversary belated. read more

Oh my gosh, what a great little roastery cafe. I love Peerless when it's sold at restaurants. I didn't know they had a roastery store. The baristas give samples and offer wonderful advice. I ended up going with a cup of a coffee I never would have chosen on my own. They are very knowledgeable and friendly, and it's a cozy spot. Recommend you stop by for a cup of very fresh coffee from the source! read more

Best French dark roast coffee I ever had. People in the store are very helpful and friendly.

I was just in Peerless coffee store in Oakland ca and I wanted to purchase some sencha loose leaf tea and some Darjeeling loose leaf tea and I checked the price of both the teas up on the stores wall where teas and coffees are with their listed prices per pound. when I was given the total price the sales person gave me a inflated price . I questioned h then asked why was the price different from the two teas according to the wall listed price? I was told that the prices are not as the listed price on the wall because they ordered new wall board with updated prices. I asked to speak to manager and they said no one was available. I have been a costumer for more than 20 years and I am not going to buy any from Peerless coffee if they can' t be honest about what the pricing of their products are be for the purchase. This is called luring in customers on lower prices but are charges another amount at the register. This is really stealing from the customer forcing them to pay any amount that is being charged. I drove Over an hour into Oakland to buy tea from Peerless coffee if they just lost a very loyal customer i Am very disappointed and wonder how many other customers are experiencing this unfair business pricing scheme. read more

I really want to give this roaster a 5 star because it is so much better than the more commercially well-known ones. However, the staff needs more training to know items, prices, the roasting process, etc. The quality of beans, variety, and perfect blends has made me a fan of Peerless for over 20 years. A gen in Oakland and established in 1924!! Bravo!!! read more

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This coffee is amazing.!! Price is great!! There pastry is fresh and delicious Must try 5 Star!!! read more

Peerless. unswayed. They have been around forever and still are the gold standard. Sumatra Organic Dark is my jam. Order some and get a coffee drink. The place seems unchanged since the 70s in a good way read more

Peerless Coffee & Tea - service counter - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Oakland, California

The coffee beans are absolutely amazing! Highly recommend. I wish they were open on the weekends.

Tuesday started off a bit too quick & I scrambled to be on a job site without a proper start to my day -- I needed coffee, stat! A coworker pointed toward the sky behind us & said "Check out that place right over there, near the waterfront." Without even asking how it was, I was already walking in the direction he pointed to, like Babe Ruth, but without a bat. Didn't bother to read the reviews either, but like I said, I needed it, stat! * No line to wait in (when I arrived) * Friendly staff (2 people up front) * Ultra fast service (literally 60 seconds for a latte) * Limited menu & didn't notice what sets it apart from other coffee shops * Eclectic for sure & seemed a bit cluttered & distracting with marketing/selling a lot of... stuff * Bold coffee + great flavor After researching the company, it has serious history & maybe I'd come back to check out the coffee & tea museum, which sounds pretty rad actually! I'm no coffee snob, by any means but after living in Hawai'i for most of my life, I've been spoiled with 100% Kona coffee & I have yet to find one that beats it‍ The front lounge/lobby area will probably need to be expanded & renovated because there are a ton of new large condos being built up in the area. If you love real coffee & can't stand Starbucks or just wanna switch it up, then this is most def a place to sample. Cheers! read more

Peerless Coffee & Tea - So ready for this pistachio iced latte with oatmilk - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Oakland, California

Long time customer. Have been ordering coffee online for pick up -- until today. Mandatory 15% or more tip for placing my own order, and picking it up myself. If was asking for personal service or a special order, sure. I normally throw a few bucks in the tip jar, but this is retail service, not table service, for which they are demanding a tip. Just really leaves a bad taste in my mouth. read more

I used to come here all the time. I love the quality of their beans and would often buy in bulk (they make great gifts). Unfortunately, the staff here are so rude. And it's not just sometimes, literally every time I step foot in this place. I would walk in, feeling excited for a cup of good coffee, and leave feeling angry. Management sucks as they clearly don't address the issues. I won't even buy Peerless beans when I see them in a local grocery store. read more

Their decaf vanilla nut beans is really good. We only wish they were open on Saturday's at times.

I got a ice white mocha with whipp and it was so delicious. workers are so nice and place is clean with outside table . Plus prices are reasonable. read more

Oakland staple - Fantastic fresh roasted beans, loose-leaf tea, and ready-to-go coffee drinks! Lots of bean options, at whatever weight and grind you want. They brew a dark, medium, and flavored drip coffee every morning. This is a great way to try different roasts. They also offer delicious iced coffee and creative lattes-of-the-day. The pastries are solid, especially the savory scones. I highly recommend the President's Blend. Who doesn't love a blend of beans that gives a balanced, medium flavor? During the pandemic, they are serving at the make-shift window. (I understand their payment system being upgraded; I sure hope it includes an ability to order through an app or online system.) read more

Best coffee in the Bay Area. strong coffee and best flavors. Super friendly staff. The ultimate ice frappé (mocha) made here

Good coffee, good smoothies. Staff could be a little friendlier and/or quicker. I really wish they were open on weekends.

I'm not a coffee drinker, so typically I feel out of place in coffee shops and don't really enjoy them. However the atmosphere in Peerless is unlike one I've ever experienced in any average coffee shop. It feels comfortable, every wall I look at is chalk full of interesting memorabilia or fascinating machinery. Whenever I visit I usually get a tea, my favorite being a mango iced tea. It's the first coffee shop I've truly enjoyed going to on a regular basis. Something is to be said about the staff as well, every employee who I've spoken to or ordered from at this establishment has been an absolute joy to interact with. Everybody here is very friendly, not to mention helpful (given that I normally have no idea what to order). Typically people go on Yelp because they have some grievance to express or complaint to make, but my experience at Peerless has been so awesome that I felt compelled to go on and make this one. I'm glad I've found a nice coffee shop to visit. read more

The best fresh coffee beans in the Bay Area, especially if you want something other than dark roast.

Weirdest moment at Peerless. Because of current Covid-19 restrictions the window store hours M-F end at 2pm. My workmate and I arrived at 2pm. We didnt know the closing time. Someone just left the window. We stepped up and the Peerless worker closed the window and all we could see were tatted arms trying to manually pull down the mini blinds. We still didnt know what was going on. We laughed about it. So weird. No big deal, but you could have at least said something like "hey sorry we're closed". read more

Great latte experience, great price, loved the team of two beautiful ladies :) Can't wait to actually enjoy sitting inside read more

Great coffee, but geez, do I need a side of chastisement with my beans? The older woman who works there needs to just shut up and do her job. read more

A tad overpriced but definitely worth it A breath of fresh air compared to a place like say, tarbucks-ay read more

Peerless Coffee & Tea - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Oakland, California

The nicest staff ever, airy and sunny waiting area, super clean and affordable! Sign up for their drink card :) #bestmochainawhile #outdoors #thecashierladyissoniceiwanthertoadoptme XD read more

Peerless Coffee & Tea - Hot mocha - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Oakland, California

Peerless is my go to for stocking up on office coffee and for grabbing a simple cup of coffee. That portion is 5/5. Their espresso drinks are so so, there are many better shops in the area. They are also a roaster and not a cafe, so not a lot of space to hang out. 3/5 read more

If there is any kind of line here, I don't recommend it. I waited in line for 15 minutes only to find out they forgot about my order (They had recommended I try their special, an Iced cinnamon drink) I couldn't wait any longer so I Asked them if I could just have my money back and they said they cant. They did give me a card for a Free Drink but I won't be going back. There are a few other good coffee shops in the area. I'm giving two stars because they do know how to pour a drip coffee, that used to be my regular read more

I'm so sorry my review went from 5 stars to 1 star. I've been buying coffee grounds from Peerless for years. I first fell in love with it when I would dine a Scott's Restaurant in Oakland years ago. I believe they served Columbian coffee. Then a friend bought me a pound of Ethiopian Moka as a gift from Peerlesscoffee shop. I was hooked. My family loved it too. I started buying Ethiopian Moka every few months. I even enjoyed the smell so much, I would open the bag after I bought it just to smell the delicious aroma. Well that all came to a stop after recently buying a few pounds. I usually by a lot so I don't have to go too often. Anyway, this time I got home and opened one of the bags of ground coffee to brew some and it smelled strange. It had a burnt smell. I made some anyway, so my husband could have some for work. He tasted it and noticed it didn't taste that good. Something my daughter noticed was the changed name of the coffee on the bag was "Ethiopia Moka Fancy (Yirgacheffe) Light Roast). I thought maybe I was given the wrong kind. I decided to taste it and was sure this was not the same coffee we had been drinking for years. So I called Peerless just as they were closing and this nice customer service woman informed me that they were same kinds of coffee just another tag. She told me I could return the coffee. I went to Peerless Monday morning. That was the next business day. I wanted to exchange the coffee, hoping it was a bad batch. I explained to the cashier what the customer service person told me and I wanted to exchange the coffee. She seemed very annoyed but had the person tending the coffee orders grind more coffee for me. Since getting the new coffee, the first half of one bag tasted ok, not great. So far the second half of the bag is starting to taste bad, with a bitter taste. I opened the second of my four bags and it smells like burnt coffee. I'm very disappointed. Maybe the other Peerless coffees taste fine but at $12+ a pound, I think I'll pass on this kind. Such a shame. read more

I love this coffee shop/window! I like to stop by before my morning ferry when I need a special something to pick me up. I normally enjoy the coffee available on the ferry, but it's pretty basic. They have a pretty spacious parking lot for their customers. When you open the door to your car, you can immediate smell the delightful smell of fresh coffee! Shoutout to Noon for always making my drinks just the way I like! (; read more

Peerless Coffee & Tea - Morning cup of joe. They have such cute cups! - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Oakland, California

Dorothy is absolutely amazing. She's so knowledgeable yet so nice, and makes trips to buy coffee something i look forward to. The coffee is very good. the shop is cozy and warm and has goodies all over the place. If you want they will keep track of your orders which is very helpful. Don't forget to pick up your peanuts before the game. Also, flat white....yes!!! Not on the menu but if you ask you might be rewarded. read more

I love their coffee and pastries but the service is just terrible. The girl at the register needs a major attitude adjustment. She's is rude and condescending. Every time I come here I always end up in a bad mood afterwards. read more