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    Penelope's Coffee and Tea

    4.0 (44 reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 4:30 pm

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    My food
    Rae P.

    First time going into Penelope's, not sure if it were because it was Friday but I had a little over an hour wait for Brunch! But totally worth the wait because it was soooo good AND then it was free!!! Fruit was a little sour but that's alright because food was excellent!! Can't wait to go back again.

    Inside the Chicken Apple Womelette
    Sara L.

    Sometimes the magic of a rainy, cool Saturday? A buy 1 get 1 free chicken & waffle brunch delivered! And not just any chicken & waffle dish - inside a huge waffle, there's chicken apple sausage, eggs, tator tots,, and cheddar cheese. The waffle is topped with green onions. There's the option of sour cream on the side. Perfectly blended flavors. (Might only drizzle some maple syrup on top next time.) The service includes whipping up your delicious brunch at the right time for your food to arrive still warm. Each entree comes in a sustainable compostable tray. Compostable silverware is an option included in a delivery order. A kids size hot chocolate was the go to dessert. I do believe I've found my new fav East Bay brunch.

    Free Range Avocado Toast
    Ester L.

    The one good thing I can say about this cafe is that their ingredients are high quality and service is very kind. I noticed that when ordering and when a guy came in just to get a cup of water for him and his dog and no one minded. Service isn't the fastest though, and the food wasn't outstanding. I got the free range avocado toast, which was well salted only on the parts with thin avocado (just a bit more salt would be nice). And the sourdough toast was the size of a sandwich slice + not sour at all. It was also cold while being a little burnt on the bottom - I would have preferred it freshly toasted. Ambiance isn't there, not very family friendly with uncensored pop music playing and they allow dogs in the establishment. But it's a good spot to do work with all of their seating and not many people inside.

    Mito I.

    Brief Summary: - When ordering the hot brewed coffee, we were given 2 options to choose from: medium or dark roast - Multiple chairs and tables to sit in side - Close to the BART station, along Shattuck Ave - Coffee was not sour - Paninis had a great crisp texture on the outside We visited the cafe when we needed to take time to sit down and let time pass. We saw this cafe as were walking out of BART and the soft teal colors caught our eyes. Hungry as well, we decided to in and have an early lunch here. The interior is spacious with tables, chairs, couches, and stools along the walls to sit down. We sat at a counter top area, that was stationed near the kitchen. The staff came by and took our order, and they made sure we got the order right by repeating it. We got two coffee orders, one a latte and the other is simply brewed. We also ordered the panini with ham and cheese. I had a fresh and new surprise to the coffee ordering experience when the staff asked me additional questions to the brewed coffee. Apparently there were more than one type of brewed coffee they offered. At the time of my visit, I think it was light or medium-dark, so I requested the medium-dark. This was a delicious sip, not at all sour, and all round bodied. Very easy to drink. The latte was nice as well. My relative tried it, and she thought it was milky and creamy, but I thought this was just right. I also loved the panini sandwich. It was cooked in a waffle machine, so the surface had the waffle indentations. Cheese melted in a nice stretchy way. The sandwich's surface had a crispy crunch texture on each bite. I really enjoyed the cafe experience, so I hope to visit here some time soon and have another cup of coffee

    Pickup station next to coffee prep area.
    Victor G.

    Penelope's Coffee & Tea opened where Peet's was. Decor's changed, infrastructure similar. 5+associates on floor. All courteous, smiling, loving their jobs, efficiently dispensing food, drinks. Tables in front & seats alongside wall for laptopping. Offerings: drinks: coffee & tea, greek coffee. Food: womelettes, omelettes, waffles, desserts, paninis, french toast, sides, breakfast burritos.. Order at counter which wasn't busy. Covfefe came 10ish minutes cuz it was dripped brew to order. Sips: Hot Greek Covfefe (L. 4 oz.) 4.75 -smooth not robust. Bold medium roast beans. Fab covfefe. *only issue was lip of coffee cup had deformity leading to unexpected leakage. Not a problem.

    Dillon R.

    Penelope's serves up stellar espresso drinks--their lavender honey latte is floral without being perfumey. The matcha croissant is a must-try, though seating is tight during peak hours. Service is warm but can slow when busy. Pro Tip: Grab a bag of their house-blended loose-leaf tea to go.

    Penelope's Samoas
    Ethan A.

    Saw a bunch of ads for this place so while I was on campus, decided to try it out. They are new and still working out kinks so be patient, but the staff is super friendly. Cashier did his best to recommend the popular drinks. Getting my actual drink took longer than expected, but it's because the barista accidentally made my drink hot instead of ice, so I got both. Because I got both, I could compare Penelope's Samoas. Although I ordered and usually prefer iced drinks, the hot one resembled more of the actual cookie with the chocolate tones in the drink rather than the iced. The iced drinks had a stronger coconut flavor and not as much chocolate flavor. It could've been because of the temperature or how they were made. There are lots of specialty drinks to pick from which is what I look for and the balance of the actual drink was great for the hot, but just good for the iced. The hot drink reminded me of an actual warm cookie so more on the sweeter side. Inside there's plenty of seating (30+) including both tables and stool chairs. Even though it's located in Berkeley, the pricing is super reasonable and doesn't break the bank. It's street parking, typical for downtown Berkeley. Overall, I think this place is a great addition for coffee at a reasonable price with a plethora of options to pick from so go check them out!

    Sophia D.

    it has been awhile since i came here, but everything was just alright. nothing blew me away but decent choice for a quick study sesh its a great spot and the seating options were pretty good.

    Hickory Smoked Bacon Burrito
    Felicia X.

    Prices online must be really old - everything is a dollar or two more expensive in reality. I should've checked the menu board in the store, but I also thought that the prices on their own website would be accurate. Disappointed. At least the Lillian Latte is delicious. The burritos are pretty meh - could really use some kind of sauce.

    Strawberry Nelly Waffle with added bacon inside the waffle. No strawberries included...
    Ari J.

    DoorDash delivery order- My sweet waffle was the weirdest thing I've experienced in a while. I ordered the Strawberry Nelly Waffle with added bacon. I thought the bacon would come on top or the side, but NO they chopped up the bacon and put it in the waffle. If you're gonna do that, please make that clear in the description. All of the waffles show the toppings on TOP. And not only that, but they didn't give me the strawberries... 1/5 The Hash Browns Side was pretty tasty. 4/5 The Popeye's Womelette was good but dry, and the side sauce was just sir cream. 4/5 The Gummy Bear Tea has almost no flavor or sweetness. The Honey Bee tea latte was also so bland-- can't taste sweetness or fig. I would not order their drinks. 1/5 This place has a great concept, but they need to figure out execution and make sure their DoorDash orders are complete.

    Iced Lillian Latte
    Naomi L.

    Stopped by for breakfast before studying -- they open super early, even on Sunday, which is awesome! You don't get a lot of that from the other cafes around campus. I went around 7am and there were a handful of other parties there, maybe 5 or 6. There was only one girl working, both taking orders and preparing them -- she was super sweet and friendly, confirming my order multiple times. I ordered an Iced Lillian Latte and a Linguica Sausage Burrito. The latte kind of reminds me of Yakult, for some reason. It was good, definitely on the sweeter side. The breakfast burrito was fine, but the sauce it came with was really good. The space was large and clean, and they have free wifi. Overall, nothing to write home about but a quick, convenient, and decent spot if you're in the area

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    Ask the Community - Penelope's Coffee and Tea

    elaichi co. - Rose Gingersnap cookie was the best of the three

    elaichi co.

    4.4(240 reviews)
    0.1 miDowntown Berkeley
    $$

    Phenomenal. I love the cozy, warm atmosphere and how it can be a place to work or chat. Decent…read moreamount of outlets to plug in laptops. I also appreciate that it doesn't close as early as most cafes! It does get quite busy so finding a seat can be tricky. Garage parking is nearby but there is street parking, which isn't always available. RECS: + Latte with banana cream (~$8.25 large) was UNREAL. Coffee was smooth and pleasant. The banana cream is so good, and I say this as a person who doesn't usually like banana flavored drinks or things + Banana chai einspanner ($8.25 large) is the actual menu item, so it has that delicious banana cream and also caramelized banana syrup. Great for a lower caffeine option, but I still prefer the latte

    Finally got to try Elaichi after seeing it on social media for so long. We live quite far but…read moreBerkeley but since we were passing by the area we know we had to stop by and try it. Came at around 4pm on a Sunday and the cafe was still so packed. Parking was a bit difficult. We had to drive around for over 10 minutes and finally found a parking garage. The chai itself was worth it though. My friend and I both got the karak chai, mine was cold and hers was hot. Both really good although the flavor came out better hot. The Elaichi bun was full of cardamom flavor and just a bit toasted was perfect complementary to the chai. Really wish we lived closure otherwise this would be a go to spot. Please open a location in South Bay!

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    Kadak Chai

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    Forest Tea Bar - Matcha latte, hojicha latte

    Forest Tea Bar

    4.3(113 reviews)
    0.5 miSouth Berkeley
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    Omg this is undoubtedly the best matcha café I have tried yet in the Bay Area, and I don't say this…read morelightly! This place is the definition of a matcha bar with its friendly staff, emphasis on product quality, and inviting third space environment to relax in and linger at the small tables along the wraparound window seat to enjoy the drinks. I first tried the black sesame matcha, one of my fave drinks of all time, as it combines two of my most favorite flavors. It was executed perfectly, and I liked it so well that I went back for round two and got the black sesame hojicha, which was just as good. I'm so impressed by this place, and it's really elevated my matcha standards.

    This place feels like a little reset button for life…read more Minimal, calm, and aesthetic without trying too hard. Every flower arrangement and tiny detail feels super intentional The owner is also incredibly sweet -- always smiling and genuinely welcoming, which makes the whole space feel warm instead of intimidating You can tell she's serious about tea and matcha culture Everything is thoughtfully done, from the ingredients to the tools they use. The matcha was smooth and fragrant, the black sesame drink was insanely rich and the barley tea smelled like comfort in a cup Honestly the kind of spot where you go in for tea and accidentally heal your entire mood Perfect place to slow down for an afternoon

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    Forest Tea Bar - Hojicha latte

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    Mind Coffee - Earl Grey Cream Cloud ($8)

    Mind Coffee

    4.6(254 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    Like it extra thicccc and creamy?…read more Mindspänner. GET IT. Making my way through Berkeley's cafes, Mind Coffee's thicccc layer of whipped cream caught my attention. Being steps away from UCB's main entrance, street parking is hard to come by and it's a small shop with limited seating (all taken by students) so not the ideal place to do meet ups. Mind Coffee roasts and sells their own beans, and uses Arteao matcha and hōjicha. Decaf available. No charge for oat milk! Pastries and breakfast sandwiches available. Order ahead on Snackpass to skip the line. D R I N K S * Iced Whipped Honey Cream Hōjicha Latte w/ oat milk (Seasonal-$8.95) Rich, creamy, and roasty with a natural sweetness. The house whipped cream was thicc, fluffy, and cloud-like. Delicious esp with the bee pollen adding a subtle crunch. * Iced Mindspänner Matcha Latte ($7.50) Hand-whisked to order, the matcha was vibrant and smooth with an earthy umami. Not watered down. The fluffy whipped cream softened the earthiness and added a light sweetness. * Iced Mindspänner Latte ($7.50) - Add extra shot of espresso (+$1) Not mine but I had a sip, bold and creamy...affogato without the ice cream. S E R V I C E Warm, upbeat, and gracious staff...positive vibes all around. The ladies were so sweet and brought a cup of water for the pups as were were ordering. They also pointed out that the dog featured on the storefront and cups is actually the owner's dog, which made the place feel even more personal and charming. Drinks were ready in about 5 minutes (no line at the time). A M B I A N C E Gorgeous minimalist zen space centered around mindfulness, there's floor and table seating, and two tables outside. Inside seating is hard to come by tho since students laptop camp. Restroom available. Overall, we really enjoyed our lattes and the genuine service was just the cherry on top. Gen Z stare where?

    Mind Coffee is one of my favorite coffee shops in Berkeley - it's easy to miss unless you know…read morewhere to look. I came here recently for a pick-me-up while I was walking near campus. It was an unexpectedly warm day, so I stopped in for an iced caffeinated beverage. I was indecisive when it was my turn to order, so the barista recommended the orange blossom matcha sparkler. This sounded intriguing and refreshing, so I decided to give it a try. My beverage was prepared about two minutes after I ordered it, and I was immediately refreshed after the first sip. The orange blossom flavoring was very subtle and provided just the right amount of sweetness and floral essence to counter the matcha's bitterness. The fizziness made this a perfect drink for a hot day. I've tried Mind Coffee's espresso on a prior visit, and I can now say they succeed in both the coffee and matcha categories.

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    Mind Coffee - Iced Mindspänner Latte ($7.50) + Iced Whipped Honey Cream Hōjicha Latte (Seasonal-$8.95)

    Iced Mindspänner Latte ($7.50) + Iced Whipped Honey Cream Hōjicha Latte (Seasonal-$8.95)

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    CoRo Coffee Room - espresso con panna

    CoRo Coffee Room

    4.4(244 reviews)
    1.7 miWest Berkeley
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    My CoRo Coffee Room rose latte with maybeck blend (dark chocolate, citrus, marshmallow) was off the…read morechart good. Worth way more than the $6.75 I paid. The nice barista explained that the coffee menu changes frequently. The single origin coffees cost $1 more. She said it gets really busy, but I got there at just the right time to order without waiting in line. Free Wi-Fi with seating inside and out. The plentiful availability allowed me to find a seat on the sidewalk that allowed me to catch a few rays with my latte on a sunny day. Such goodness. Lots of folks there working on their laptops inside. A mom happily nursing and some folks lost in conversation outside. There my soul received the sweet caress of a perfectly balanced rose latte. Great coffee and good vibes in West Berkeley.

    We came on a Sunday late morning and there was a line out the door. Luckily, the line moved fast…read moreand the counter is close-by the entrance of the cafe. We ordered an iced mocha and two of their pastries. I thought the coffee tasted pretty solid, it wasn't too sweet and the pastries was really good. The baristas seemed friendly, there were a lot of regulars that was able to skip the line because the barista knew their orders already (no shade!) There are plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. It's super cool that they roast their own beans in-store.

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    Coffee date with my love

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    The seating area

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