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Olivia Coffee & Flower in Oakland blends a cozy cafe with floral charm. Guests praise bright pouovers—fruit-forward and balanced—and a menu of drinks from flat white and mocha to banana milk latte and iced hojicha cloud banana milk tea. Eats include pear-thyme brie toast on ube bread and sesame cookies. Inside seating and a patio welcome guests; beautiful flower arrangements adorn the space (not for sale).

Koffee Pot is a small, family-run breakfast spot in Oakland known for warm, home-style flavors and friendly service. Reviews highlight generous portions and dishes made with care, from French toast with eggs and bacon to spicy bulgogi omelette and teriyaki chicken bowls. Coffee lovers praise iced Vietnamese coffee and home-brew options. With limited seating, takeout is popular and prices are seen as reasonable.

im Moment Kaffee in Oakland's College Ave blends German and Eritrean flavors in a warm coffee shop. Patrons praise excellent coffee, pastries, German brot toasts, and Habesha chicken with Eritrean spices, plus pretzel sandwiches. The inviting space offers loft and lower seating as well as sidewalk spots, ideal for hanging out or studying, with friendly service from the owner and staff. Food tastes fresh and healthy.

Highwire Coffee Roasters in Oakland is a to-go coffee shop with no indoor seating, offering a chill atmosphere and friendly staff. Reviewers praise warm coffee, solid cappuccinos, and unique chaider (chai-apple cider). An outdoor bench accommodates customers, and the shop’s inclusive vibe is noted alongside tasteful pins of solidarity.

Located at 5427 College Ave in Oakland, The Chocolate Dragon Bittersweet Cafe and Bakery blends a boutique chocolate shop with a cozy cafe. The shop offers a vast selection of chocolates, house-made beverages, and all-butter brownies. Customers praise rich mochas, exotic chocolate drinks, and a welcoming, eclectic vibe with dragon decor and friendly staff. A weekend no-laptop policy adds to the café atmosphere.

Red Bay Coffee Roastery in Oakland showcases whole-bean roasts and decaf options, with favorites like Vietnamese cold brew and the charcoal latte noted by patrons. The inviting lounge features murals and a view of beans being ground. Reviews praise friendly, quick service, though one experience described negative staff behavior. Located at 3098 E 10th St, Oakland, CA 94601.