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Oakland has one of the most serious specialty coffee scenes in the country, largely built in the shadow of San Francisco but increasingly recognized on its own terms. While SF draws more attention, Oakland has quietly become a roasting powerhouse, with more high-quality roasters concentrated in the East Bay than almost anywhere on the West Coast....
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View all 37Jerusalem Coffee House
Shafter
Palestinian-owned cafe featuring Middle Eastern-inspired specialty drinks with house-made syrups like orange blossom, cardamom, and rose
Open until 4:00 PMHighwire Coffee Roasters
Shafter
Highwire's own roastery location in Rockridge Market Hall, serving their full seasonal lineup with proper cortados and craft
Open until 6:00 PMZocalo Coffeehouse
Estudillo Estates - Glen
Independent roastery serving organic, fair trade and Rainforest Alliance certified coffees in San Leandro's community hub
Open until 6:00 PMMotivāt Coffee Roasters
Downtown Oakland
Downtown Oakland roaster and cafe serving specialty pour overs and creative espresso drinks with housemade syrups and seasonal offerings
Open until 3:30 PMSnow White Coffee
Piedmont Avenue
Streamlined Piedmont Avenue spot serving pour-over and espresso from locally roasted beans in a focused, no-frills setting
Open until 2:00 PMSoul Blends Coffee Roasters
West Oakland
Oakland roaster running a café and pop-up since 2021, donating 5% of bean sales to community empowerment and conservation programs
Open until 4:00 PMPour-Over & Filter Coffee
View all 42Jerusalem Coffee House
Shafter
Palestinian-owned cafe featuring Middle Eastern-inspired specialty drinks with house-made syrups like orange blossom, cardamom, and rose
Open until 4:00 PMHighwire Coffee Roasters
Shafter
Highwire's own roastery location in Rockridge Market Hall, serving their full seasonal lineup with proper cortados and craft
Open until 6:00 PMThe Caffè by Mr. Espresso
Downtown Oakland
Family-owned Italian roaster since 1978 serving their award-winning beans at a standing bar inspired by Italian coffee culture
Closed todayGolden Outside
Cleveland Heights
Neighborhood micro-cafe focusing on well-executed espresso drinks and creative hojicha offerings alongside houseplants
Open until 1:00 PMZocalo Coffeehouse
Estudillo Estates - Glen
Independent roastery serving organic, fair trade and Rainforest Alliance certified coffees in San Leandro's community hub
Open until 6:00 PMMotivāt Coffee Roasters
Downtown Oakland
Downtown Oakland roaster and cafe serving specialty pour overs and creative espresso drinks with housemade syrups and seasonal offerings
Open until 3:30 PMEspresso Focused
View all 43Jerusalem Coffee House
Shafter
Palestinian-owned cafe featuring Middle Eastern-inspired specialty drinks with house-made syrups like orange blossom, cardamom, and rose
Open until 4:00 PMHighwire Coffee Roasters
Shafter
Highwire's own roastery location in Rockridge Market Hall, serving their full seasonal lineup with proper cortados and craft
Open until 6:00 PMThe Caffè by Mr. Espresso
Downtown Oakland
Family-owned Italian roaster since 1978 serving their award-winning beans at a standing bar inspired by Italian coffee culture
Closed todayGolden Outside
Cleveland Heights
Neighborhood micro-cafe focusing on well-executed espresso drinks and creative hojicha offerings alongside houseplants
Open until 1:00 PMZocalo Coffeehouse
Estudillo Estates - Glen
Independent roastery serving organic, fair trade and Rainforest Alliance certified coffees in San Leandro's community hub
Open until 6:00 PMMotivāt Coffee Roasters
Downtown Oakland
Downtown Oakland roaster and cafe serving specialty pour overs and creative espresso drinks with housemade syrups and seasonal offerings
Open until 3:30 PMCafes with Food
View all 33Jerusalem Coffee House
Shafter
Palestinian-owned cafe featuring Middle Eastern-inspired specialty drinks with house-made syrups like orange blossom, cardamom, and rose
Open until 4:00 PMHighwire Coffee Roasters
Shafter
Highwire's own roastery location in Rockridge Market Hall, serving their full seasonal lineup with proper cortados and craft
Open until 6:00 PMGolden Outside
Cleveland Heights
Neighborhood micro-cafe focusing on well-executed espresso drinks and creative hojicha offerings alongside houseplants
Open until 1:00 PMZocalo Coffeehouse
Estudillo Estates - Glen
Independent roastery serving organic, fair trade and Rainforest Alliance certified coffees in San Leandro's community hub
Open until 6:00 PMMotivāt Coffee Roasters
Downtown Oakland
Downtown Oakland roaster and cafe serving specialty pour overs and creative espresso drinks with housemade syrups and seasonal offerings
Open until 3:30 PMSoul Blends Coffee Roasters
West Oakland
Oakland roaster running a café and pop-up since 2021, donating 5% of bean sales to community empowerment and conservation programs
Open until 4:00 PMFrequently Asked Questions
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