Discovered a new Mediterranean Cafe that carries variety of drinks, sweets and savories…read more Located at the corner of 48th St and Telegraph Ave in Downtown Oakland; Sana'a Cafe has a cozy vibe where one can hang out and chill. The interior makes one feel that you are in a high end cafe with its beautiful decor. Some many items to choose from, the person taking my order was very helpful in explaining the different kinds of drinks and pastries. Ordered the Ginger Honey Jobani as a hot drink, Biscoff Milkcake, Honeycomb, and a Beef Fatayer. There were several kinds of milkcakes which would have the texture like a tres leches cake. The Honeycomb had pockets of cream cheese and was drizzles with honey. The Meat Fatayer is like an empanada. The food and drink were very tasty. Highly recommend to stop by Sanaa Cafe and experience it. Their website shows more cafe openings in the future!

I would first off like to start off by saying that the staff were exceptional. they were so helpful…read morein helping me with deciding on what drink I wanted. Suggested great recommendations. they had told me this is not the first sana'a cafe -- there are 10 other locations around the bay. this cafe, in particular, is great for work or even to sit down and sip some coffee. it is spacious -- with great amount of sunlight. when you go at golden hour -- its perfection. although the cafe is great, my chai wasn't so much. it lacked in flavor and wasn't iced the way I would prefer it to be. but I'd still definitely give this place a try again -- maybe a coffee this time around, haha.

I spilled my entire coffee at the bar while I was holding my baby and the baristas were so…read moreincredibly kind about it. Great coffee. Love drinking it at home and at their brick and mortar. Love their outdoor seating.

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!

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

I'm writing this review as a token of gratitude, after all of my attempts to pay for my cold brew…read morefailed (including the barista's offer to pay him directly using his Venmo account-- $7.00). It was an awkward few moments as I don't know what is going on with these apps, and I wish that I had picked up my debit card a few weeks ago (they don't accept cash, but they accept Cash App-- I didn't know this until all of my attempts to pay failed). My review of the cafe is only about 20% biased because of this kind gesture. I hope this cafe doesn't become overly crowded, as the mellow ambiance and the spaciousness of the place would be the reason why I'd personally return to this cafe. It seems conducive for working, studying, reading, and/or writing. I visited on a Sunday afternoon, and I only hear a low to moderate level of noise in the background. The name of the cafe might be a nod to, and/or a thoughtful commentary of the "Kinfolk" lifestyle magazine. I forget if they have Mormon roots and/or if they are Oregon-based. I never looked into it.

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 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.

I've been here a few times at the Piedmont location, and it's become one of my favorite spots. They…read morehave great vegan options, especially for breakfast and pastries, which can be hard to find. Today, I ordered the cardamom vanilla latte and asked for it to be less sweet, it was perfect. My partner got the pistachio latte and absolutely loved it. This is a staple spot for us, with excellent options for both vegans and non-vegans alike.

Great staff, adeni chai is my go to! Well lit space, lots…read moreof seating space, I love meeting friends here for a cup of tea. We shared a slice of the honeycomb, and spinach feta. Both were great!

Came here on a whim on a Friday afternoon and was pleasantly surprised with how pretty and quiet it…read morewas inside. Quite different from when this was a Starbucks. The pistachio milk cake instantly caught my eye. My favorite cake is tres leches and this looked very similar in consistency, so I decided to try a piece. Unfortunately, they were out of the iced tea I wanted, but the woman behind the counter suggested the wild peach, which sounded great, so I went with that. The cake was fantastic and the slice was pretty generous in size. If you like tres leches and pistachio, I'd highly recommend giving this a shot. It was so moist and fluffy and wasn't overly sweet at all. However, I didn't care for the tea. It had a bitterness that reminded me of hibiscus tea, which I strongly dislike, so I didn't end up finishing it. The owner was a very nice person and the atmosphere inside the cafe was welcoming, a nice respite for a quick afternoon snack and drink. A handful of people were working inside, others talking quietly. A chill spot overall with a lot more on the menu I'd like to return to try.

This is such a cute café that we walked into after lunch. I ordered their special pandan latte. It…read morewas delicious. It is pretty strong and will keep you up. Just FYI I definitely want to come back here and try some of their food options. It's also a great place to just sit and do some work.

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.

Parking: street parking Entrance: no steps, appears neat…read morewith clean doors and window and has outdoor seating optional Interior: well lit, high ceiling, flat floors easy to walk and roll cart or wheelchair, chair and sofa seating Service: friendly, helpful, knowledgeable Food/Goods: various drinks, cold and hot dessert and savory selections

Don't get the hype. I think their coffees are watered down. Some of the other reviews mention it…read moretoo. Idk if it's a Yemeni coffee thing? I've tried other cafes and felt the same. Maybe I just don't get it . Even the chai tea, I feel like I get more flavorful ones at Indian places lol. I think this place is better for people with lighter taste (like if you prefer tea, or don't want your coffee too strong).

Stopped by Tea on Piedmont on a Sunday. It was easy to street park nearby, but there was…read moreenforcement walking around to check for paid parking so take that how you will lol. There was no wait, and the staff were genuinely friendly from the moment I walked in. Sometimes tea shops can feel a little rushed when they're busy, but this place had a relaxed, welcoming vibe. I ordered both a matcha latte and a hojicha latte to compare. The hojicha ended up being the clear winner for me. It had that warm, roasted flavor that makes hojicha so comforting without tasting overly sweet or heavy. It's the kind of drink I'd come back specifically to order again. The matcha latte was perfectly drinkable, but it didn't stand out the same way. It wasn't bad by any means, just not the most memorable. I'd definitely return, especially when I'm in the mood for a good hojicha latte and a quiet break while exploring Piedmont Avenue.

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.