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Awaken Cafe & Roasting
Oakland's premier spot for artisanal coffee, community vibes, and creative inspiration.
4.6(5 reviews)
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Services Offered
Artisanal Coffee Roasting
On-site roasting of high-quality beans, available for purchase or enjoyed as espresso, drip, and specialty drinks.
Breakfast & Light Bites
Fresh bagels with toppings like lox, cream cheese, and egg, plus pastries and other baked goods.
Cafe Workspace
Spacious seating with different zones, free Wi-Fi, and a welcoming environment ideal for remote work or meetings.
Gallery Ambiance
Thoughtfully designed space with artful decor, creating a warm, creative atmosphere for socializing or relaxing.
Community Events
Hosting local gatherings and providing a hub for Oakland's creative and coffee-loving community.
Reviews
4.6(5 reviews)
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Myrah Rafiah Beverly
via Google
7 months ago
A cool shop with decent food and coffee and kind onions. The salmon bagel with capers and onions did not taste as good as it sounded. There were also little flies circling in the restaurant that freaked me out
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ali sedaqatvia Google
11 months ago
Awaken Cafe is a gem in Oakland! The space is clean and thoughtfully designed, with different seating zones that make it perfect for both getting work done and just hanging out. The ambiance is warm and inviting, and the coffee—made from their own roast—is excellent. We had bagels with cream cheese for breakfast, and they were just perfect. Based on that, I’d bet their patties and other baked goods are just as good. The staff are friendly in a way that feels genuine—Oakland-style friendly, meaning they’re not putting on a show, just real and welcoming. If you’re looking for a solid cafe with great coffee and good vibes, this is the spot!
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Benjamin Gadbawvia Google
about 1 year ago
I’ve always loved Awaken since moving to downtown Oakland. The espresso is top notch, there’s plenty of space to sit inside, and the Adirondack chairs out front are a sweet place to sip and people watch. Recently they upped their bagel game and do yummy egg and cheese and salmon bagels.
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Karl Petermanvia Google
over 1 year ago
Just in town for a couple days for some meetings nearby and met a friend here for coffee before. Really like their cafe design and the ambience. Met the guy who does the roasting and the staff are all friendly. I like lighter fruitier coffees but they don’t do pour overs but they had a medium roast coffee on drip so I tried that and liked it. Good tasting notes and balanced. Honestly I’m a bit overwhelmed by so many coffee options in the area but this one seems to be a good one so I certainly recommend!
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Maria Eldredvia Google
about 2 years ago
When I'm working in Oakland, this is my go to coffee shop. The staff are absolutely fantastic, warm, and welcoming. They're also accommodating to a remote worker who is tired of being at the desk in a hotel. A few of us were posted up while working, sipping delightful coffees and teas. Lox & capers on a toasted everything bagel is my favorite.
