I've seen Highwire Coffee Roasters in Oakland's Prescott Market but didn't get a chance to try them…read moreout since it was late in the day, but alas, today I did. Located within Flowerland Nursery is Highwire Coffee, so you get to sip & savor your cup of coffee while basking in the beautiful flowers. It was a special treat since they were holding their annual Winter Market for 2 days. There were food vendors, chocolates, sauces, & honey to be explored, which made it fun. Anyways, Highwire not only served coffee but Chai. I asked for a recommendation between the 2 Chai's(Tipu Masala or Kashmiri Chai) & got the Tipu Masala. It was aromatic with fresh chai tea & spices, the sweetness was perfect for me & would order this again as a coffee alternative. Love being surrounded by flowers & succulents while enjoying my drink from Highwire.

Highwire Coffee Roasters in Albany is a hidden gem tucked inside Flowerland Nursery, perfect for…read morecoffee lovers who enjoy a cozy, unique setting! This is my go-to spot on Solano Ave. The location inside Flowerland Nursery makes it extra special, you can sip your latte while surrounded by plants. The coffee is consistently excellent, the baristas are friendly. It's a small shop, but the vibe is warm, welcoming, and worth the visit. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

Guys this place has great chai and they remade my drink with no hassle whatsoever!…read more Great ample space and vibes here open later than usual coffee houses. When I'm back in Berkeley I'll be back! Thanks for fixing my drink.

Coffee so good, love their rotating seasonal drinks and they get very creative with them…read more Everyone who works here is really cool! Clean and minimalistic. Love their little shop it's a great place to buy housewarming gifts. I've been coming here for a few years and as a nanny, my only gripe is it's digital or card payments only. I know it's common in the Bay Area because of theft, but I've never been able to wrap my head around businesses not taking the national currency- if they took cash I would come in much more often.

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.

Cute place with lots of seating (not enough for me to sit tho). Espresso was good but I had come…read morehoping for Arabic / Turkish coffee :( Even though they didn't have what I was after, I still recommend this cafe as it is very clean, cute, and seems a good place to work on your laptop.

I've been searching high and low for a coffee spot with the best banana cold latte. Not only did it…read moretaste fresh, but they added dried bananas and brown sugar on top. It was just perfect. The person helping us at the register was very kind as well. I was hesitant on ordering a Jaffa cake but I ordered one and he gave my husband a small one for free. Very kind of him. I really liked the feel and interior of the coffee shop. So much natural light! It's at the corner so they are easy to spot!

Tried their medium blend -- cocoa bitterness, mild acidity, a little sweetness, and creamy texture…read more Solid 4/5. The barista mentioned they normally serve micro-batch light roasts so I'll definitely be back to try.

I tried this place a few times. Despite the cute concept it's not great. Coffee is average, but…read morethey only use oat milk which imparts too much flavor. The two guys who work there are a bit snobby and not very friendly. And it's the first of hundreds of coffee bars I've been charged an extra shot for a half caff (which is not an extra shot, it's the usual 2) $7 total plus tip. I'm about to stop tipping, I'm sick of it. Maybe I'll try a pour over or "tasting" someday and give 'em a chance to show their personalities. But I doubt it.

What more can I say, other than I was supporting a local small business and was genuinely surprised…read moreby the exceptional quality of the coffee? I received a medium roast that clearly reflected the freshness of the beans and the skill of the roaster. On top of that, the staff was friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. If you do see Zolo Coffee, give a try and enjoy!

Great coffee!! Service was nice too. I'm usually a blue…read morebottle gal, but this might be my second or new favorite

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 out of the way for me, but I try to grab a matcha here whenever I'm in the area…read more Their seasonal iced sakura matcha mindspanner latte is back, and it's probably one my favorite, floral-forward drinks I've had. In most other cases blossomy food and drink tends to be overpowered by a perfume-like aroma. In this case however it's balanced perfectly with the matcha, present but not too loud. Additionally, the bathroom is consistently clean, and looks very nice.

Cute cozy cafe in Downtown Berkeley! MY Coffee Roastery is a charming cafe with cottage-themed…read moredecor, delicious pastries, and good cafe drinks. I tried their Lemon Blossom Latte because I've never seen this flavor of latte at any other store and it was good! The lemon taste was prominent but not too overpowering and paired well in an iced latte drink. I also tried their Chocolate Almond Croissant which had a nice crispy exterior and not-too-sweet filling that I enjoyed. The ambiance is very cute given the cottage theme and the staff were very friendly. There is free wifi at this cafe (though connection is a bit weak), but barely any outlets (I couldn't find any for myself when I was there). Not sure if I'd do work here, but there are plenty of seats both indoors and outdoors for people to sit at. Overall, a charming cafe I'd recommend for catching up with friends or enjoying treats in a cute cottage-themed space!

This place is great for a nice cozy coffee in the Berkeley neighborhood…read more They got the usual coffee selections, double shot espressos, Americanos, lattes, etc...They also got a few unique ones like Orange Blosson latte and Fluffy, double shot espresso in cream soda. Their espresso is on the tart side, if youre into that kind of stuff. The shop has some cozy cottage themed decor and some well shaded outdoor seating. Overall, solid pick. I highly recommend!

Amazing service!! Both baristas were very friendly and patient with my friend and me, and James was…read morekind enough to make another drink for me when I wasn't satisfied with my order. The dulce de leche latte was amazing and not too sweet. I'll definitely be back!

super nice baristas so cute i love it yummy espresso and…read moreambiance yummy dirty chai. spiceious and not too sweet i will totally be back

I've been here many a time and I must say Hal's never disappoints. Today was no exception. I had an…read morehour to read before my husband picked me up. I plopped myself at a table by the window- the natural light was inviting today. I held my hot latte in a navy blue ceramic cup with saucer and placed it on the small wooden table with my book closeby. Mmmm the taste of the cinnamon as it hit my lips was what I needed to settle into one of my fav leisurely activities. It was the perfect winter afternoon. A bit chilly out but I was warmed by the sun shining through the windows and the latte in my tummy.

Cute coffee shop with housemade syrups and strong coffee! The menu also has teas and housemade…read morelemonade. Service was friendly and my drinks were delicious!