they're only open on weekdays and it's hard to find parking. parking was $2/hr for first two hours, then $7/hr... the vibes are so good though, it feels like you're studying in an indoor garden. they have wifi but it didn't work. the food/drinks are lowkey not worth the price. the syrup overpowered the white chocolate matcha. the goddess sandwich was good for me to get my greens up read more

Polaris Cafe - goddess melt - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

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such a hidden gem, only thing is parking isn't great, so funny that they sell labubus for above market price... I had an oat milk latte and I really enjoyed it! I liked the friendliness of the staff and I loved the outdoor space-- it was quiet with a lot of trees. I was able to sit by a fountain and just be present. There's a road nearby but not a lot of cars. And even though it's close to the freeway the sound doesn't travel so it felt tranquil. If only parking were easier, I would come back more often. read more

I love this place! I love the vibe. I love the space. I love the staff. I even love how diverse the people who eat here are. I've been here twice and both times it was for lunch on a weekday. My friend and I shared the pesto & tuna sandwiches which were both good. We also both got the upgraded Caesar salad which was so delicious! The cinnamon roll is yummy but I'm not the biggest raisin person. If that's your thing, you'll love it. If you also have trust issues because of raisins from biting into "chocolate chip" cookies only to find out they're raisins.. well here's your warning. Pick them out first! read more

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I thought my sandwich was barely OK and to be honest, I threw most of it out. I ordered the chicken cheese pesto, it was loaded with cheese, wet and slimy and the chicken was clearly that frozen pre-prepared stuff. I was not feeling it. They don't sell sodas so you can pretty much only get coffee in there. I don't really want coffee with my lunch. The atrium of this office building where they have tables and chairs is actually sort of cool, very tropical. It's still the atrium of an office building, but it was different. I just came back and stared at the menu and realized there is nothing here I want. If you want coffee and a pastry, I think it's probably fine. I actually went ahead and ordered a small iced coffee and it cost me seven dollars. Good grief. read more

Polaris Cafe - Atrium of office building where the café is located, tables and chairs, kind of a cool vibe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

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Adorable little cafe tucked in a non descript building in emeryville. Baristas are quick and kind even for pick up orders. We got the banana matcha one with tiger stripes and one without-(brown sugar syrup) they were both good but I think next time I'll get without so it doesn't overpower the banana. Yummiest matcha I've had in a while read more

Polaris Cafe - Banana matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

I found this place on TikTok and decided to give it a try. There is plenty of street parking. You walk in and ordered. I ordered a white rabbit. They sell a few other things like stickers and syrups. The area where you sit is next to where you order. It's has huge tall ceilings there's a ton of plants with so much lights. This is the most relaxing coffee shop I've ever been to. The coffee is good but not as that strong. The place is absolutely beautiful. read more

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Absolute gem in Emeryville. Despite being located in an office building, this cafe has such character and an amazing ambiance. Right outside they have a beautiful sitting area full of seats and greenery. The women working there were all lovely. I wasn't sure what to get and they gave me a few recommendations and I ended up going with the Matcha with Biscoff Banana cream. IT WAS INCREDIBLE. I will be back! It's a nice spot to get work or studying done, the woman at the front was kind enough to let me know there are power outlets available along the side if needed. read more

Polaris Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

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One minute away from Emeryville's Amtrak is this cute hidden cafe! They have a beautiful indoor setting that can get full, but their outdoor seating is just as nice too. While you wait for your order, there are a bunch of local items to shop from. I definitely need to get the flavored syrups next time. From their menu, I tried their cream top flavor of the month, pandan coconut, with a matcha latte and added a toasty bagel with their roasted jalapeño cream cheese. They both tasted great and made for a pretty affordable meal. Be sure to check them out next time you're in the Emeryville area! read more

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What is this magical place? While doing a drop off in the area, I Yelped coffee spots in Emeryville and Polaris Cafe came up highly rated. Such a unique spot. The patrons inside also seemed to think so, and this spot also seemed to be the "it spot" in the area..I love a spot that has regulars turned friends! A very fun menu I might add filled with brekky items, pastries, hot & cold drinks, and soup of the day. There's seating within a botanical oasis also..my best way to describe it? But I'll let you come up with your own adjectives :)) I ordered a Vanilla Cream Iced Coffee and Boichik Bagel toasted with cream cheese. They also have breakfast burritos, sandwiches, and deliciously looking baked goods. I also had my eye on the Banana Mocha and Iced Taro with s'mores cloud cream...ummm, yum! One more thing to note..my total came to $15. What a steal for East Bay prices! For a bagel/topping/large drink..I'll take a morning win! As you can tell from my exclamation points, very excited about a new spot to grab 'wake me up' liquid from. Fun staff, sweet environment, parking a bit tricky (there is paid parking if you drive down the street), and a cool menu. They also sell adorable art like candles shaped like food and did I notice a Labubu? Regardless, worth the adventure if in the area and looking for something different. read more

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Adorable little coffee spot in Emeryville. Got a caramel iced coffee with a splash of pistachio milk. Highly recommend. Pricey, but worth it. The cloud cream was a yummy touch too. The staff was super friendly too. So glad I stumbled upon this cafe! read more

Polaris Cafe - Caramel iced coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

Literally one of my fav cafes! So cute! Great food! They sell cute goodies! And everyone who works here has always been so kind and helpful! I love coming here on my breaks! I wish they were open on weekends! read more

Polaris Cafe - Chicken Cesar wrap w/ croutons added. Oat milk matcha with banana biscoff cream. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

Polaris Cafe was one of the loveliest places I've studied in a while. Came here on an early weekday morning and stayed until closing because it was just that nice. :) What we ordered: + Breakfast Burrito [3.5/5] + Oatmilk Latte [3/5] + Matcha with Raspberry Cream Cheese Cloud [5/5] + Green Juice [6/5] (would highly recommend) I thought the oatmilk latte tasted mostly like earthy milk. I enjoyed everything else a lot more. The matcha with their seasonal raspberry cream cheese cloud top was so well-balanced and I would definitely order it again! The matcha itself was okay but the cloud top was heavenly. The breakfast burrito was also a bit dry and had very little meat, but the portion size of crunchy greens was delicious. The Green Juice is amazing. I would've ordered 2 more to-go. It's creamy and not too sweet, but tastes both sweet and "healthy" at the same time. Would highly recommend! On the day we came, they had this scavenger hunt amongst the greenery with hidden bear bottles for free labubu figurines. This was definitely the highlight of our experience and we were 2 of the lucky 8 who found the bottles in time! read more

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Super cute! Very little signage since it's at the bottom floor of what appears to be an office building. The inside is beautiful and luscious w plants, and the storefront itself has cute goodies and awesome menu items. Staff was sweet and helpful even when I was being annoying. read more

Polaris Cafe - Vietnamese Coffee w Banana Caramel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

Love the beautiful space outside of this cafe to study. It was crowded and I had to ask to share a table, but they had extension cords to plug into & the Vietnamese coffee w/ Biscoff banana cold foam was delicious, as well as the blueberry pastry I don't remember the name of. Only drawback was the lack of parking in this area, only options were pay to park on the street or hourly garage rates. Will still be back, though. read more

What a beautiful spot to drink your coffee and sit down to relax or work. I know that it's inside of a bigger complex, but being able to sit in an atrium while you sip on your drink is really something else. I got a breakfast bagel sandwich and asked for no red onions, and it was of course a very solid sandwich. The avocado mash was seasoned well and had a strong citrus flavor so it was a bit refreshing too. I tried a sip of my partner's green Thai tea, which was the drink special of the day. It was 100% one of the best Thai teas we've ever had. Thai tea tends to go too far into the milky zone where you can no longer taste the tea itself, but they kept this one very floral and aromatic. It also wasn't too sweet, though still hit the sweet tooth craving, so it's probably still full of sugar lol. I don't usually go to the east bay anymore, but I'd want to make it back here if I'm ever in the area again. read more

Ultimate cozy coffee shop vibes, combined with fun and tasty drinks and delightful staff. Great for working, catching up with a friend or settling in with a book. My only wish is that they'd trade in the brick benches and hard metal chairs with softer seating for a leveled up experience. read more

Polaris Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

Can't believe I haven't visited sooner but have definitely found my second favorite Asian drink place . Too bad it's only open on the weekdays! Food is pretty good as well. Love how they have food specials and the plant filled atrium. read more

Polaris Cafe - Corn grilled cheese, Hong Kong milk tea with black sesame foam (yum!), Elite salad (regular size) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

Their vietnamese coffee is STRONG!! i loveee their seasonal cream tops and the unique menu. The service was good very quick and efficient. The store is super cute!! they sell a lot of cute little things inside. Lots of seating outside the cafe as well. read more

Polaris Cafe - marshmallow vietnamese coffee and banana matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

I can't believe it's taken me until now to write a review.. because Polaris is such a treat!! Their aesthetic just makes you happy to be there Their staff are friendly and very helpful in helping choose a drink/customization. Their drinks are creative and always picture worthy. They tend to land on the sweet side but can be adjusted. I've got a sweet tooth so I don't mind My favorite part is they're always coming up with new concoctions. I wait eagerly every month to see what their new cream of the month is. I love their matcha and it usually goes with their special cold foam/cream. I also recommend the white rabbit drink if you're into sweets or Hong Kong milk tea. Honestly you can't go wrong. It's also a great place to shop for a gift for the tea/asian food lover in your life. read more

Polaris Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

Such a cute little cafe that imbedded into a business buildling. It was a quirky indoor garden ( i believe part of the business building) but you can sit out there and enjoy your breakfast and coffee. Service was very friendly. No complaints here. The coffee did take a little longer than expected, but there was a few people ahead of us. Or maybe we had bit of a complicated ordered? I think we waited about 20 mins for it. It was worth the wait for the coffee though. I had the Black Sesame lattle (which I am a big fan) was delicious. It was beautifully done. It wasn't too sweet and the black sesame flavor potent enough but not overwhelming. Definitelly recommend coming here for your coffee needs! read more

Polaris Cafe - Vietnamese coffee and black sesame latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

I'm traveling for work and decided to check out this place. I'm impressed. I got an iced coffee and a wild blueberry kouign amann. Both the coffee and pastry are on point! I would definitely go here again if I'm in the area. read more

Yes!!! They have a great selection in coffee, Teas, and Boba and also have a great selection in their lunch menu. They usually have a special of the day, which is really good if you're by the area, I suggest you stop by the staff is really nice too! read more

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Stopped by Polaris's Cafe on a Thursday around noon, and it was busy with nearby office workers grabbing lunch. This place is small but super cute, with a fun, modern aesthetic that makes it feel like a little escape. I got the pesto chicken sandwich, and honestly? It was solid--fresh and satisfying. But the real standout? The White Rabbit tea. It was sweet, creamy, and this dreamy mix of blue and white. It is a bit on the sweet side but I would definitely get that again. The vibe here is laid-back, with lots of greenery in the lobby giving it a chill atmosphere. I ended up hanging around for an hour to get some work done, and no one rushed me, which was a nice plus. One weird quirk--the bathroom situation. You have to get a key from the front desk, trek through the garage, and then find it inside the gym. A bit of an adventure, but hey, at least they have one? Biggest downside? Their hours. They close at 2:30 PM and aren't open on weekends, so if you work a regular schedule, catching them can be tough. Otherwise, this would be a spot I'd visit more often. Would I come back? Yep, if I'm in the area and it's open. They also sell locally made teas and syrups, which add to the charm. tldr:/Polaris's Cafe is a small, well-decorated sandwich shop with a fun ambiance. The food and tea are good, but the limited hours and weekend closure are downsides. read more

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I love Polaris! Great drink selection if you like milk tea, iced teas, matcha or espresso drinks. This is a great place to study or get work done, especially on weekdays. Staff is also super nice and quick service! I would recommend taking public transit here if possible since street and lot parking are really expensive in this area. It's pretty accessible via the 36 AC Transit or Amtrak. read more

Polaris Cafe - hong kong milk tea, hot matcha latte, breakfast sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

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First time at Polaris cafe, loved the atmosphere customer service was awesome. They have a lot of food and drinks too choose from menu. The coffee tasted amazing and it was a good size cup. Love how they have a little phrase on the sticker they put on the cup. Definitely looking forward too coming back read more

Polaris Cafe - Iced Carmel macchiato, iced matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

I was very impressed very nice establishment kind of in the cuts but beautiful to say the least lots of space to get work done with a rain forest vibe drinks and food was great can't wait to try more read more

Polaris Cafe - Sweet heart matcha this did not disappoint I also got a burrito which had fresh ingredients enjoyed it all - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

The White Rabbit, which is a customer favorite, in my opinion was super sweet and although there is butterfly pea tea in it, it didn't bring enough bitterness to balance out the drink. That being said, I would probably get the Brown Rabbit instead because of the espresso in it. I did add the White Rabbit to some coffee when I got home and it definitely helped. It was my first time here and I didn't know what I wanted so I stuck with the customer favorites, but just by looking at the menu, I definitely want to return because of the wide variety of different flavors that aren't offered at other places in terms of coffee drinks. I would also maybe try the food too because those opinions look great. This is a little cute coffee shop located in a big building surrounding by what appears to be big businesses/healthcare. It's a little hard to find, but that's what the Maps app is for. The inside decor is amazing filled with plants and other aesthetically pleasing things. Outside the cafe, it's an atrium filled with plants and tables to sit at. The staff is super friendly and will probably answer whatever questions you have. There is street parking you have to pay for and some of the parking garages were for the businesses so you might turn into the wrong one and have to reverse out before finding a public parking garage. Overall, I will be back because the menu still intrigues me and I know I would want to try more things. read more

Polaris Cafe - White Rabbit - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

I absolutely adore this cafe in Emeryville. I don't think I would've ever stumbled upon it but so happy my friends brought me here for a lunch break. It's located within an atrium area which provides great indoor seating that feels like your outdoors with all the greenery. The staff was super friendly and there was a line since it was lunchtime but it moved pretty fast. The menu was extensive enough where I couldn't decide quickly what I wanted but ended up getting the White Rabbit with cereal cream foam and the chicken pesto sandwich. Both were AMAZING. The chicken pesto sandwich had the greatest cheese pull and was probably one of the best chicken pestos I've had in a long time. The White Rabbit drink is supposed to be an ode to the White Rabbit candy (didn't taste much like it but was so goooood) with milk vanilla, sugar and topped with butterfly pea tea. The added cereal foam was the cherry on top and made it all the better. My friends say that they alternate and have monthly different cream foams but I really loved the cereal one so for the sake of those reading this review, I hope they keep it or have it back again. I also loved the little stuff you could get in the store. They happen to be having a deal when I came in this time so my friend and I ended up getting a good bit of things. I brought home my best friend an ube extract which he loves and I got a reusable straw (glass?) and butterfly pea tea from Oakland Tea company. We even got to the meet the owner and I loved being able to support this local, small, women-owned business! Overall, such a great spot and recommend coming here if you can! I can't wait to come back whenever I'm in town. read more

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Great grab and go spot, very delicious paninis + loved their matcha lattes. Their cream tops are thick and creamy. Cafe is attached to inside space full of greenery and tables to sit at. Service was splendid! read more

Polaris Cafe - Matcha Latte with Vanilla Cream and White Chocolate Matcha with Banana Caramel Cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

Seems like this is located in an office building which isn't circulated well so it gets really hot when the sun shines through. The coffee shop itself is really cute. Workers are super sweet. I ordered a white rabbit and it was unfortunately too sweet so I couldn't finish it. read more

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Great food, drinks, friendly staff, cute trinkets for sale and every single decorative touch is so personalized and unique. I looked up at this sign while waiting for my drink and was very pleasantly surprised to see Ned Flanders quoted. Def will be returning! read more

Polaris Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

Super cute cafe with great drink options! This cafe is located in a building across from Emeryville Amtrak Station. There's a parking garage across the street, and there's also some street parking. I came around 9:30am on a weekday, so I found street parking around the corner from the entrance of the building. The coffee shop is on the smaller side, but there's plenty of seating available in the building itself. Everything on the menu sounded so good. I wanted to try everything! I ended up getting an Iced Ube Latte w/ pistachio milk. This place was probably my first time seeing pistachio milk offered as an alternative. I've had pistachio milk before. It's subtle and you can't really taste the pistachio, so I decided to get that with my latte. According to the drink description, they use their house ube syrup w/ real ube. I really liked the drink. The ube flavor was very subtle though. I would've liked more ube flavor, but I enjoyed the drink nonetheless. I loved the seating area in front of the shop. From the stone seating to the plants, it felt like I was in a forest. It's a great spot to hang out and do work. There's wifi and restrooms (ask staff for key and directions). I could spend all day here (if only parking was free haha). read more

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Polaris is a solid cafe located in Emeryville next to the train station. Some street parking is available. Overall, I would probably place closer to 3.5 stars but rounding up, especially as the service here is always so friendly and accommodating! I used to come here more often after an Orange Theory class (just over the walkway) to order a breakfast burrito. Their breakfast burritos are pretty solid - the eggs are super fluffy - and you get a choice of protein. I dont love the tomato in it personally, especially if you dont' eat it fresh, because it can make things a bit wet. Other than that, the burrito is solid and filling. I also love the variety of drinks they offer - the flavors are unique. They also offer season flavors - just recently I had gotten a HK milk tea with black sesame cream and it was such a great combination of bitter tea, creamy milk, and nutty black sesame flavors. The cafe itself is small but shares a seating space in an atrium with a lot of lush green plants. Its a great place to stop by for a bite. read more

I've never rushed to write a review so fast after my first time somewhere but I was WOWED at Polaris. When I'm at the Emeryville Amtrak station, I usually frequent a different coffee shop because I'm running late. Today I had time to try somewhere new and this will now be my go-to place from now on! The small entrance is SO unassuming from outside with just a door labeled "Polaris Cafe" in a brick wall. Stepping through the door, I was greeted by the welcoming baristas, so many lush plants, local artwork, and colorful decor. The baristas told me that their menu was on their other door and I continued to be amazed at the BEAUTIFUL indoor shared seating area with floor to ceiling windows, healthy greenery, and aesthetic seating. I originally came here because the drinks were Asian-inspired and sounded very yummy. I got the Brown Rabbit, a drink with double espresso shots inspired by the White Rabbit candy--the JOY I experienced trying this drink was just what I wanted. I'm actually upset that I didn't try this place earlier, especially since it's RIGHT ACROSS the entrance to the Amtrak station. This is a place I would try to find reasons to go visit, even if I live and work across the Bay! read more

I went to Polaris Café today after hearing so many good reviews from friends. I have really been enjoying the banana cream top Matcha trend. I came in around closing and the staff was incredibly kind. The manager was more than happy to discuss the menu and was so friendly despite us coming so close to closing. I really enjoyed the Macha, I got it less sweet as that's how I prefer it and I thought it was one of the better ones I've had in the area. It tasted pretty good quality, and I really liked the balance of sweetness. I also enjoyed the fact that the banana cream top tasted Like the fruit and not very artificial. The café itself is very beautiful and has a great ambience with a warm and cozy atrium attached with beautiful greenery. I will definitely be back to study here and try more drinks soon. read more

Polaris Cafe - Banana cream matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

Well, this may be the cutest place in Emeryville. That indoor atrium for seating? Swoon. The place is super cute and staff is delightful. They sell sandwiches, salads, breakfast burritos, milk teas, as well as coffee drinks and pastries. It's conveniently located across from the Amtrak station - so if you're taking off and need some bites or drinks for the train, this is a def must stop. So, why 4 stars, if this place is cute as can be? That cobb salad was no bueno. It was like an airplane salad. The chicken went untouched because it looked real suspect, the bacon was shredded cardboard, the dressings unimpressive. Sigh.... However, the sandwiches and such look like a huge step up. So, order that. read more

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I was looking for a place to study in Emeryville and grab something to eat - Polaris was the perfect spot for both! Situated across from the Amtrak station, this little gem is easy to miss the cafe if you're not looking for it. Luckily, they had their door propped open. Parking is difficult in the area. I opted for paid parking under the overpass which was $2 for the first 2 hours, and then $7/hr afterwards. The cafe itself is just the register and the bar - no seating. I ordered the Brown Rabbit, which is an espresso shot added to their popular White Rabbit drink, and an Avocado Egg sandwich on an Everything Bagel. The drink was delicious! Although, I wouldn't say it's super reminiscent of White Rabbit because the flavor was more like just condensed milk - almost like a toned down Vietnamese coffee. The sandwich was decent. Without the tabasco packets I picked up from the condiments station, it was just okay. By the time I finished my sandwich, the egg was a little mushy and, texturally, it wasn't that great (I think I would add bacon to see if that helps next time!). The ambiance of the shared building space was great! Wifi is good, seating was plenty, and an overall great place to get work done. However, don't bother bringing your chargers, there's no nearby outlets. read more

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Food, service, and ambience were lovely. Staff was polite and the burrito I ordered was so fresh, full of goodness - fluffy eggs, potatoes, spinach, crispy bacon and the sauce. Yum! Oh and I ordered a chai latte, great too. read more

Polaris Cafe - Ordered an ice chai and a bacon burrito. So so good! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

The BEST, The ORIGINAL Banana Creme Top. Just thinking about it makes me want to go back RIGHT NOW. Perfect balance of coffee flavor and sweetness. read more

Polaris Cafe - Banana Cream White Chocolate Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

I'm sad because the hours on the Polaris website and on Yelp are not accurate. I just arrived at Polaris at 2:21pm (there was a stalled motorcycle on the freeway so it caused unforeseen traffic) and the workers told me they are closed (front doors are still open). The sign on the door still says they close at 2:30pm... Please update your hours because I was disappointed. I was looking forward to trying your drinks. read more

Polaris Cafe - cafe hours on Yelp - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Emeryville, California

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