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First thing first, this is a beautiful cafe. You can order at the register or use their kiosk. I was so surprised to see an iced cortado on the menu because not too many coffee shops will serve that way. I quickly ordered that. I wanted to sit for a second and work on my laptop there, but I did not see a guest WiFi. I would have loved to enjoy the cafe a little longer. The drink was good. But I must admit, a hot cortado is better than iced. I think I'll still to the OG way to ordering it.
The service was great and the atmosphere was so relaxing. The pastries were tasty. The Turkish coffee it's just what I needed. White Mocha was on point. I love the decoration
Always fun when you share drinks and bites with others. When they are backed up, they want you to order on the tablet. It would sometimes have an issue reading the credit card. Now they have two tablets to speed up the order process. You can always order on their app or at the counter. Earlier visit shared sweets (honeycomb, red velvet cheesecake, and Dubai croissant) and fatayers with friends. Recent visit shared Adeni Chai. The seating is ample and spacious. Nicely decorated. A great place to hang out after work or working out.
The food here is incredible super tasty and flavorful! Each item has a unique taste to it especially the rose tres leches it has the best of both worlds sweet and floral. The taquito item did not have a name with it but wow!! It was so good it's perfectly crispy and it has a savory taste to it! I will say parking here can be a bit difficult so make sure to come during non busy hours such or you may have to find street parking. They are ada accessible but again parking can be difficult. The style of this cafe is beautiful truly a piece of art in itself! The service can be a little lengthy due to how busy they get so just be patient with them
A coffee shop with perfect vibes, good snacks, and quick service. Sana's cafe puts a lot of thought into their environment and vibe. Lots of detail in their decor. Their drinks were sold and snacks were okay. Would come back!
Brand new spot. Open for about 3 months. This place is fancy. Lots of table. You can scan the qr code on the table to order. Really friendly service. I got the iced biscoff latte. You really have to mix it. It wasn't as sweet as I wanted. But I drank it. Next time I'm going to try their Pistachio latte. I'll be back
Came here on a breakfast date with my bby. Had busy day ahead of us so why not treat ourselves! Our thing has been lately discovering new coffee shops. You order on a kiosk and from there the barista makes your drink. There are plenty of options of pastries to pick from. I love this new coffee shop so unique! My bby got a caramel latte and I got a hot coco both delicious! Definitely will stop by again!
From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by how clean and welcoming the place felt, filled with nothing but happy customers enjoying themselves. I was honestly a little nervous to come in at first because it was pretty crowded, but the second Bahar at the front cashier greeted me with such a warm smile, I immediately felt comfortable and welcomed. Now I'm sitting here enjoying the amazing atmosphere, perfectly balanced music, delicious fatayer, and the most authentic Adani chai I've had in a long time. It tastes exactly like home, and that feeling is priceless. Truly a place that makes you feel right at home. This will definitely be my after work spot!! ALLAHUMA BARIK
When you walk in the vibe is amazing you get comfortable cafe feeling. With an open space and bright lighting! You can go here to study (WiFi available) work spaces, seating for large to small groups. Customer service was amazing (shout out to Naz or Nas) Biscoff latte was 10/10 White chocolate mocha latte 10/10 (if you like sweeter coffee this is for you) We'll be coming here again especially since they have late hours and variety of specialty drinks + food!
I love this location, it's conveniently on my way home so no having to detour and go all the way to Oakland when I want to indulge in a sweet craving. Sana'a's is definitely my guilty pleasure. The ambience is so nice, space is open and cozy, yet roomy. It looks absolutely luxurious inside and out! Service was the best. They were pretty prompt for how busy it was last Friday night at 8:30pm when I decided to stop by. So glad I did! I got the Pistachio Cheesecake my favorite 10/10 Beef Fatayer 10/10 Iced Biscoff Latte 10/10 From service to food to drinks, it was all amazing. I definitely recommend if you're in the area.
First timer and I'm hooked! Parking lot is a bit small but there is also street parking. The place is spacious and has plenty of seats and outlets for working. The staff was nice and helpful. I ended up ordering the iced pistachio latte less sweet and it was perfect. It was soooo good. I defined want to come back and try some of the pastries and other drinks.
I used to work in Oakland and would always stop by their location there. Now that I work in Hayward and they opened a location here, I will be here every day! My favorite coffee. The inside is gorgeous. A lot of design. They have a moderate sized parking lot. Tons of delicious food options! Desserts are also so good. This might be my hands down favorite coffee shop I've ever been to. The staff is always friendly. The managers also roam the floor checking in on you and are nice to talk to! This place is unbeatable. 10/10 Everytime I come!!! Must try.
1 month ago
20 days ago
Beautiful inside & great for working. Food and drink options are plentiful and yummy. And open late!! Just look at how beautiful and lit up this place is. So much natural light, WiFi, beautiful and abundant cushioned seating, and a patio with umbrellas. I had the chicken fatayer, beef fatayer and iced adeni chai with light sweetener. I liked everything. The beef fatayer had a bit more of a zest compared to the seasoning on the chicken fatayer, which I much enjoyed. The adeni chai was not heavily spicy or floral but was a very tea forward yet well rounded and creamy at the same time. They also have dine in options, including pots of tea. read more
13 days ago
2 months ago
First thing first, this is a beautiful cafe. You can order at the register or use their kiosk. I was so surprised to see an iced cortado on the menu because not too many coffee shops will serve that way. I quickly ordered that. I wanted to sit for a second and work on my laptop there, but I did not see a guest WiFi. I would have loved to enjoy the cafe a little longer. The drink was good. But I must admit, a hot cortado is better than iced. I think I'll still to the OG way to ordering it. read more
5 days ago
The service was great and the atmosphere was so relaxing. The pastries were tasty. The Turkish coffee it's just what I needed. White Mocha was on point. I love the decoration read more
4 days ago
Always fun when you share drinks and bites with others. When they are backed up, they want you to order on the tablet. It would sometimes have an issue reading the credit card. Now they have two tablets to speed up the order process. You can always order on their app or at the counter. Earlier visit shared sweets (honeycomb, red velvet cheesecake, and Dubai croissant) and fatayers with friends. Recent visit shared Adeni Chai. The seating is ample and spacious. Nicely decorated. A great place to hang out after work or working out. read more
20 days ago
The food here is incredible super tasty and flavorful! Each item has a unique taste to it especially the rose tres leches it has the best of both worlds sweet and floral. The taquito item did not have a name with it but wow!! It was so good it's perfectly crispy and it has a savory taste to it! I will say parking here can be a bit difficult so make sure to come during non busy hours such or you may have to find street parking. They are ada accessible but again parking can be difficult. The style of this cafe is beautiful truly a piece of art in itself! The service can be a little lengthy due to how busy they get so just be patient with them read more
A coffee shop with perfect vibes, good snacks, and quick service. Sana's cafe puts a lot of thought into their environment and vibe. Lots of detail in their decor. Their drinks were sold and snacks were okay. Would come back! read more
Brand new spot. Open for about 3 months. This place is fancy. Lots of table. You can scan the qr code on the table to order. Really friendly service. I got the iced biscoff latte. You really have to mix it. It wasn't as sweet as I wanted. But I drank it. Next time I'm going to try their Pistachio latte. I'll be back read more
4 months ago
Came here on a breakfast date with my bby. Had busy day ahead of us so why not treat ourselves! Our thing has been lately discovering new coffee shops. You order on a kiosk and from there the barista makes your drink. There are plenty of options of pastries to pick from. I love this new coffee shop so unique! My bby got a caramel latte and I got a hot coco both delicious! Definitely will stop by again! read more
From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by how clean and welcoming the place felt, filled with nothing but happy customers enjoying themselves. I was honestly a little nervous to come in at first because it was pretty crowded, but the second Bahar at the front cashier greeted me with such a warm smile, I immediately felt comfortable and welcomed. Now I'm sitting here enjoying the amazing atmosphere, perfectly balanced music, delicious fatayer, and the most authentic Adani chai I've had in a long time. It tastes exactly like home, and that feeling is priceless. Truly a place that makes you feel right at home. This will definitely be my after work spot!! ALLAHUMA BARIK read more
When you walk in the vibe is amazing you get comfortable cafe feeling. With an open space and bright lighting! You can go here to study (WiFi available) work spaces, seating for large to small groups. Customer service was amazing (shout out to Naz or Nas) Biscoff latte was 10/10 White chocolate mocha latte 10/10 (if you like sweeter coffee this is for you) We'll be coming here again especially since they have late hours and variety of specialty drinks + food! read more
I love this location, it's conveniently on my way home so no having to detour and go all the way to Oakland when I want to indulge in a sweet craving. Sana'a's is definitely my guilty pleasure. The ambience is so nice, space is open and cozy, yet roomy. It looks absolutely luxurious inside and out! Service was the best. They were pretty prompt for how busy it was last Friday night at 8:30pm when I decided to stop by. So glad I did! I got the Pistachio Cheesecake my favorite 10/10 Beef Fatayer 10/10 Iced Biscoff Latte 10/10 From service to food to drinks, it was all amazing. I definitely recommend if you're in the area. read more
First timer and I'm hooked! Parking lot is a bit small but there is also street parking. The place is spacious and has plenty of seats and outlets for working. The staff was nice and helpful. I ended up ordering the iced pistachio latte less sweet and it was perfect. It was soooo good. I defined want to come back and try some of the pastries and other drinks. read more
5 days ago
6 months ago
I used to work in Oakland and would always stop by their location there. Now that I work in Hayward and they opened a location here, I will be here every day! My favorite coffee. The inside is gorgeous. A lot of design. They have a moderate sized parking lot. Tons of delicious food options! Desserts are also so good. This might be my hands down favorite coffee shop I've ever been to. The staff is always friendly. The managers also roam the floor checking in on you and are nice to talk to! This place is unbeatable. 10/10 Everytime I come!!! Must try. read more
My coworker had been talking about coming here since before they opened so we decided to just stop by and get some drinks for lunch. Interior is sooo beautiful and perfectly decorated. It is incredibly clean with plenty of really nice seating. Employees are really nice and the owner (i think?) talked to us for a bit and gave me a free cheesecake. They were so nice and service was fast!! I ordered a matcha latte with oat milk. It was ok! I think i should have gotten it with regular milk and i do like my matcha on the stronger side. Next time i'd like to try the biscoff latte or one of the Yemeni specialty drinks!! I also ordered some baklava (easily one of my top 5 desserts ever) and they were rlly good. My fave was the cheesecake the owner gave me!! Soft, fluffy cheesecake. Not too dense like a NY cheesecake. Graham cracker crust was amazinggggg and it had pistachio cream drizzle (i think) that paired sooo well. So delish, drooling thinking ab it rn lol. Can't wait to go here again!! read more
3 months ago
Great place to enjoy a coffee & get some work done. Meet up with a friend, it's quiet & chill. Lots of great choices for drinks & pastries. read more
The latest Yemeni coffee and pastry chain offering a variety of espresso drinks, Specialty Yemeni iced and hot drinks, refreshers, smoothies, teas and traditional sweet and savory items. I've been to their other locations in Downtown Oakland and in Mountain View and really enjoy: :: Adeni chai - black tea, cardamom and cream - strong milk tea with evaporated milk :: Yemeni Mofawar - medium roast coffee with cream and cardamom Sana'a Cafe drinks are bold with strong cardamon and other spices. Pastries are decent and worth a try. If you like cheesecake, Sana'a Cafe's version has Middle Eastern flavors (rose, pistachio) lighter texture, less sweet and not as dense/creamy as American styles. Texture more of an unbaked cheesecake and not a fan...just a preference. Baklavas are flaky and not overly sweet. I prefer the savory items like the chicken muskhan (rolled flatbread with shredded chicken, caramelized onions, sumac, cinnamon) and fatayers (dough with ground meat, spices, onions and folded into a triangle) chicken and beef. Both delicious but wish they had offered some yogurt-tahini sauce to accompany. Service ok. Interior beautiful and spacious with plenty of patio seating. Private parking lot behind with limited street parking on busy Mission Blvd. read more
Sana'a Cafe opened recently where Entreprise Rent-A-Car once was. Interior upgraded to Sana'a's signature ambience. Seating inside and out. Soft music in background. Small parking lot. Some street parking available. Orders by apps are 20% off. Ordered at counter. Got drink in 10 minutes. Named called out. Referigerated cases next to order counter holds eats, pastries, Cake slices Offerings (Yemeni inspired): refreshers, pastries. Cake slices, empanadas, cold & hot drinks, teas, smoothies...merch Sips: Qisher (hot) 16 oz. (5.99) No sugar -made from dried coffee bean husks. Flavored with cinnamon & ginger. Tasted smooth, not bold. Subtly flavorful. -menu lists price as 5.49, didn't bother to complain. 4.5 stars Semi-Worthy:YMMV. Service:ok. Quantiy: reasonable. Need to adjust price on menu. Good deal ordering by app. *building labled as Sana'a HQ. read more
2 months ago
Been here multiple times since it opened, today being one of them and I must say was very disappointing. Not sure what was more disappointing me not trying my iced biscoff latte fbefore driving away or the trust I had in them to always deliver good tasting lattes. On my previous positive visuals I've tried their iced Pistachio Latte which is bomb!! And have also had the iced biscoff latte unlike today it was amazing. Today's experience was a let down and I understand we make mistakes but after a long shift at work and craving Sanaa Coffee and receiving what felt like a glass of milk with biscoff butter at the bottom left me feeling upset. By the time I drove off and tried it it was too late to turn back. I'll take my loss today. Maybe the barista was a different person than the one who has previously made my coffees. Whoever was there in the beginning come back please LOL . Attached will be some images of the first times I tried the pistachio latte that didn't disappoint .. notice the brown in the latte,today's was not like that! read more
We are excited that this location finally opened. As with their other locations, the interior of the cafe is beautiful. We came here for a pistachio latte and also a pastry on a weekday morning. It was definitely a nice treat and a little pricier, but the ambiance of this shop is nice. The pistachio latte is a little more on the sweeter side, but still pretty good. The pistachio baklava was pretty good -- very crunchy, sweet and the pistachios were fresh. However, we do think the oil it was prepared with was kind of old, since it had a sharp taste to it otherwise the pastry was fresh, just had old oil. Overall, we are happy that this shop is in the neighborhood with a beautiful space to study and meet with folks, and a big parking lot. This is a great addition to the neighborhood. read more
First time to this Cafe, I have never been to this chain before They have indoor and outdoor seating available Inside is spacious and nicely decorated, they have charging stations counters You can sign up on thier app and receive 20% off Menu is easy to read Customer service is friendly Lots of delicious looking pastries available I ordered a Cortado and a pistachio latte Coffee was good read more
10 days ago
Came here thinking it was your normal cafe place, but to my pleasant suprise, it is a yemeni cafe which is pure delight. I ordered the Mofawar, but it came with milk which I cant drink. MOE was helpful and replaced my order with an unsweetened cold brew Sana'ani which is fireee. He told me to wait, since he was getting it ready from a fresh batch for me. Great attitude & service! Place is clean, roomy, with wifi with lots of sunlight! read more
7 months ago
Waited an eternity for the Hayward location to be operational, and that sweet day is here! Been a big fan of their Adeni chai and have been to other locations but to have one right here in Hayward is!!!! Got the adeni chai, it was perfect. Also the rose milk cake which is really standard for milk cake. Service is efficient, and very respectful( which is oh so nice) . I love that this a big enough place where the intricate and traditional decor has space to shine. I'm also thankful there is a dedicated parking lot in the back so you don't have to look for parking on Mission Blvd. Although late at night the entire parking lot across the street could be empty and be useful to Sana'a patrons. What else can I say, life just got sweeter. read more
2 months ago
Enter with caution! Sana'a Cafe is beautiful. When you walk in, you're greeted by the aroma of rich spices, and the ambiance is unlike any other cafe in the East Bay proper. Sana'a offers a truly authentic experience that feels distinctly its own. A craft of care shows up in every detail, from quality drinks and desserts, to flavors rooted in the tastes of Yemen. Enjoy your stay as you drink, eat, and lounge in their exquisite venue. read more
4 months ago
I feel like I've been waiting forever for this cafe to open! I finally had a chance to stop by and I absolutely loved the space. Beautiful indoor seating with close attention to every detail. I also love they offer a variety of sweets, quick bites, tea, and coffee. It is on the more expensive side but this is a brand new establishment you are kind of paying for the experience and quality. The biscoff later was 100% worth it. Everyone was inviting and friendly I would come back! read more
4 months ago
The pistachio latte here was amazing!! They were able to make adjustments to the drink as well and I really appreciate that. The staff here were super friendly, bathrooms were clean, and the ambiance was fantastic. Would definitely come here again to try their food too! read more
1 month ago
I really enjoyed this coffee! It was smooth, rich, and full of flavor, with a pleasant aroma and a perfectly balanced taste. It wasn't too bitter or too strong, making it easy to enjoy from the first sip to the last. Overall, a great cup of coffee and definitely one I'd happily order again. read more
Such a calming quiet llace to enjoy some good coffee, tea, or refresher of your choice. Lovely staff that recommend the Mofawar and I loved that drink! This is a great spot to come and study or work because of the spacious seating area and tranquil atmosphere. I love the Khaliat Nahl which is a cream cheese stuffed bread drizzled with honey. I also appreciate their hours open from 6am until 12 midnight. read more
Visited on Mother's Day. It's a beautiful cafe. I enjoyed a Biscoff latte with almond milk. It wasn't too sweet. My husband and I enjoyed the beef fatayer and chicken fatayer. We shared the Dubai croissant. It was so flavorful and flaky. Our son said their pistachio latte and pistachio croissant was perfection. Definitely coming back. read more
5 months ago
Thank goodness for Sanaa! I hope ya'll put Starbucks out of business ;) TLDR; third space open later than anywhere else in this area, has solid wifi, great drinks and food items for every pallet. They are improving, give them time. I've been coming here since day 1 (they opened a couple of months ago). I've been almost every week since so I feel this is a good time to leave a review. Drinks? Excellent. I've tried their Sanaa latte, Yemeni latte, Matcha latte, Dirty Chai, Pistachio latte, and Adeni Chai. My go-to was the Sanaa latte for a while, but it changes week to week. Every single one has been great. There were times where my drink didn't taste right, but I always ask for them to fix it and they've always been very nice about it. Food? The best. I've tried almost every Fatayer and loved them all, except the Spinach. It was a little too bitter for my taste, but is probably yummy to someone else. I've tried the chicken muskan and the honey comb pastry, both delicious. Ugh and the biscoff cheesecake!!! The birds nest (next to the register) SO GOOD. You pretty much can't go wrong with anything sweet/savory here. Some things might not be for you depending on your taste buds, but doesn't warrant writing off the whole menu. Service, it was rough in the beginning , but I have noticed improvements over time. I can tell they are slowly getting their systems in order. They still have their off days, but I do not think that justifies a one star rating like some have left. People are human, give them a break. A note to other reviewers: businesses cannot improve if you don't let them know something is wrong. Instead of rushing to leave a negative review maybe talk to the manager/staff first so they can rectify the issue. I also don't think basing your review off of one bad day is fare (the day something was off with their online ordering system). Final notes: thank you for fixing the wi-fi and AC. The menu is also less confusing now compared to the old one. Keep making improvements. Ya'll are on the right track! So so grateful to have this beautiful, much needed, third space 5 minutes from my house. See ya'll soon! read more
4 months ago
Maybe they're known for other items, but it's not an excuse for their "matcha" (which I'm hesitant to even call it that) to be horrendously bad. On top of it already being expensive, oat milk substitutions were $1.50, and for them to serve me a drink that was 85% milk, 10% syrup, and 5% "matcha" is outright embarrassing. At that point, take it off the menu if you can't make it right. Luckily I got a refund, but service was very slow on a Saturday morning with two people working. Interior was clean, but I won't be coming back here. read more
2 months ago
2 months ago
2 months ago
Their pastries are delicious, their savory snacks, are to die for! Had a pistachio latte, Americano and a regular late, super well made and pretty to look at! Love their aesthetic, the atmosphere, their chairs, sofas and tables are comfy and super cute!!! The people taking orders are super friendly and willing to answer any menu/drink questions. 10/10 definitely recommend read more
This cafe is very large and clean. I love the decor. It was so nice that they have their own parking lot. There's a lot of seating to hang out and it's noticed a bunch of outlets if you need to work. I really liked the chai and Yemeni latte. We tried the pastries and liked the za'atar croissant but found the feta filling was a bit cold. The beef fatayar was better and more filling. read more
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