The service and ambiance is great. It seems like I regularly have friends telling me they tried…read moreit and liked the food.

Just discovered this gem of a coffee shop in Oakland, and I'm already obsessed. Whether you're a…read morecoffee purist, a tea lover, or a smoothie enthusiast, this place has it all -- and does it really well. Their coffee, smoothie and tea menu is quite extensive and give a nod to Sweden with their Swedish Signatures. But what really sealed the deal for me? The authentic Swedish-baked goods. Where else in Oakland are you going to find cardamom buns and buttery kanelbullar that taste like they came straight out of a Stockholm café? Every bite was a cozy little trip to Scandinavia. Speaking of cozy -- the interior is warm, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed. Lots of natural light, wood accents, and soft music playing in the background. It's the kind of place you can sit with a book for hours or catch up with a friend over fika (look it up -- then live it here!). Highly recommend this spot if you're in Oakland. Great drinks, unique treats, and a whole lot of charm. I'll be back. A lot.

Upon entering you will find the cozy coffee shop cafe to have all kinds of seating option from…read moretables to lounge type chairs. The staff is very friendly and open to customizing your coffee exactly the way you like. The pricing is right in line with any quality coffee place. I purchased "the Nini" which is like a Caramel sweet foamy coffee and it was amazing. The also have quite the selection of Swedish pastries made here locally in Oakland. We tried the rhubarb tart and the pecan braid. The owner even offer to warm our pastries and of course we said yes! If you looking for a coffee break or a nice place to visit with some friends this is a great place to visit. A cute Swedish Fika Kafe! "Fika" is a Swedish tradition that involves taking a break to enjoy coffee or tea, and a pastry and engaging in social interaction. So bring a friend or make a new one right here.

Amazing food at very fair prices. The French toast is my favorite and the pancakes are delicious…read moreand massive.

Worth a stop. Friendly people and good food, in Swedish small town Nebraska…read more Hamburger was just that. Good beef was prepared in a generous patty and put in a bun. They have shakes and bakery, but Saturday noons, I just want a good hamburger. Next time, I will be back for the soup and bread.

I only recently found out about Common Grounds and have visited multiple times, loving it ever…read moresince! Located within the First National tower, once you find this place it's a hidden gem! Located conveniently in downtown to many offices, this is a great option for a morning coffee or lunch! I love the local coffee they serve, with all of your normal coffee shop options from brewed coffee to espresso drinks. They have a wall of refrigerators for other drinks too if coffee isn't your thing but you want a water, energy drink, or more. I ordered the breakfast burrito which I really enjoyed, packed full with eggs and served with a salsa that wasn't spicy but added good flavor. For lunch, I really like the spicy crispy chicken and have ordered it multiple times already. This is a sandwich with a spicy chicken patty and jalapeño cream cheese. I've heard great things about the other lunch options too from those who have ordered them! They have nice seating within the cafe whether you are visiting yourself or with a large group. The baristas are always great and super friendly!

My boyfriend just moved here and this was the first place we checked out! I am so impressed by…read moretheir lunch! I was expecting just an average sandwich, quick for lunch. However, it turned out to be one of the most delicious avocado BLT's I've ever had (I almost always order anything with avocado and bacon if it's an option). My boyfriends chicken salad was also amazing. The tomato bisque has large slices of tomatoes, which I loved! The chips came with the sandwich. The girl who waited on us was so sweet. Outside, they have the cutest patio. Perfect for catching up with a friend, a cute photo op, or even bringing your children! They have a small playground at the very back of their patio. They offer breakfast, lunch and dinner. I was told their lunch and dinner menu are the same! I will need to check out their breakfast soon!

We were in town for a couple days for my boyfriend's job and wanted to hit up a coffee place before…read morewe day tripped to Sioux City and found this place. The decor is incredible, and the outside area is so dreamy, I'd hang out there forever. We bought their cute little tumblers like good tourists. The rest of the experience was...flat. Our total for some of the cheapest (mid tasting) ingredients on the planet was nearly $80. The tumblers were both under $14 (just so you don't think of course it was $80, you got two tumblers). The trash was piled so high you couldn't put anything else in it. The coffee somehow had all kinds of extra ingredients and still just tasted like straight espresso. The food took so long we were nearly done with our coffees by the time we got it. There was a whopping one other person in there so it's not like they were in the weeds. But this spot?! This decor?! It's like an incredibly gorgeous person with a vapid personality. IDK how else to describe it.

Took a chance on this cafe as we like local owned places. Excellent burger- it was bigger than the…read morebun!!!! The fries and onion rings were not greasy. Delightful ice cream that was lactose free. Will definitely plan to stop here again. The waitress was informative about the local weather conditions.

The food is awesome, the cook really knows what he is doing on that grill. I have never found any…read moreI don't like. I would recommend it to anyone I have not been in for a long time but they have a great menu. Stop in and say hello to Kenny and Billy. You all have a great day.

Great coffee stop off the interstate. It's in a shipping container and connected to another…read morecontainer with a boutique. There are bathrooms available. It's unique, they serve coffee drinks, Red Bull drinks, and have pastries too. You can sit outside and enjoy your drink. Can't go inside the coffee shop.

A great spot for coffee in Underwood! They have lots of flavor combinations-- you'll have to ask…read morewhat is in them because it's not listed on the menu. The coffee is smooth and silky. We ordered at the drive thru window but I believe they have a walk up window as well. The lady at the window was very nice and signed us up for their loyalty program. I ordered an iced skinny coconut latte; I ordered mine half sweet and it was plenty sweet for me. The sweetheart latte has a raspberry cold foam that was very good!

Very nice local restaurant. I have to stop by for a breakfast every time I'm in town visiting a…read moreclient. Each time I enjoyed my delicious breakfast. I look forward to visiting Carroll next time!!

In town for the day great spot for breakfast with very reasonable prices. Fantastic and prompt…read morewaitress. Only downside was the coffee but small trade off for a good breakfast. Also fun fact their background music is played off a handheld radio on the coat tree.

Incredibly good and fresh food coupled with superb service. French onion soup was perfectly topped…read morewith cheese and crispy/soft bread croutons. The beet hummus was a pleasant surprise! Take care to save room for dessert - also a yummy bakery!

Stopped in while dropping my daughter off at college. A nice little restaurant located on Main…read moreStreet with fast friendly service. Ordered the turkey omelet which was a wonderful and filling serving of turkey, spinach, red peppers, Gruyère, and a hollandaise sauce. There drink selections of coffee and teas were excellent making selecting one difficult but I settled for the Black Forest latte off their specials menu and was not disappointed.