19 Best Coffee Shops in Alameda

“Perfectly temperatures dark roast makes the 9am leisurely cup all the kick you need to your day, although the delicious options on the menu may keep you until lunch. Thanks for the Dark Brew, Coffee Cultures! <3 ☕️ <3“

“The best place ever. Love them ❤️ 💕“

“Was at the park with my family and decided to stop by for a drink. I ordered a Mocha Frappuccino with Almond milk and it's super delicious! The drink was so good, my husband and I drank it too fast before I could get a before photo. The owner was very kind and friendly, she made us feel at home, 10/10 all around!“

“Favorite coffee shop in Alameda! Everything from food, delicious coffee always and their continued support for local artists!“

“I love this place! It's a true neighborhood cafe, with excellent drinks and delicious food. They have pastries as well as savory options, and everything tastes very fresh. There are usually friendly pups (and people) at the sidewalk tables, and a stop here will put a pep in your step. Enjoy!

Parking: Central can be busy, but there are usually spots on the street, or on one of the side streets. It's a neighborhood so watch out for kiddos, pedestrians and cyclists.“

“We visited Alameda in April to attend a celebration of life for a family member that we lost suddenly. Our family was in town from all over the country, and we found Cafe Jolie Petit near our hotel. They took such great care of us, fed us meals on three or four consecutive days, and we could not have asked for better service or food during an emotional time. Pastries (Koiugn Amann!), Monte Cristo, and the coffee bar were our favorites, but everything we had was delicious. We hope to be back for happier circumstances at some point, and definitely will return!“

“This place serves joy by the cup and happiness by the bite. The coffee? Bold enough to turn any morning around. The tea? A perfect hug in a mug, no matter the weather. And the pastries? Golden, flaky bites of pure magic that might just ruin other desserts for you. The vibe is cozy, the staff is friendly, and my taste buds are still doing a happy dance. 10/10, would abandon my kitchen for this place again.“

“Nice clean location in Downtown Alameda. Spacious and clean. Everyone was civil keeping conversations low.“

“This tea garden is a charming place with a peaceful atmosphere. I ordered a sustainably sourced tea and the pot was beautifully presented on a quirky display stand - a real delight! The salmon toast was rich and flavourful and clearly made with high quality ingredients. However, compared to other fair trade options nearby, I enjoyed my visit and would happily return for a special treat!“

“solid espresso drink game from baristas.“

“A bit slow and pricey. I wish they cooked the eggs differently for the bagel sandwiches. I am not sure if they are using powdered eggs, but the way they prepare them in thin folded sheets makes them dry and unpleasant. Bacon was also shredded and dry. The sausage was great though, and the quality of the bagels are good.“

“Super friendly staff and generous portions! I got the spring rolls with tofu and avocado added and my parter got the tofu and mushroom banh mi (with avocado instead of mayo, since we're both vegan.) Both very delicious. Also wanted to try the spicy seitan sandwich but didn't see it as an option until later – next time!

Dietary restrictions: For vegan options they have tofu offerings, and can sub in avocado instead of mayo. Also a spicy seitan sandwich but not sure if that's going to be a permanent menu item.“

“The ube donuts were great but the matcha cocoa bombs were too bitter and the white chocolate bomb was too sweet.“

“During my tour of Alameda's dining scene, I snapped some photos of Bad Barista's offerings for Restaurant Week and these are the coolest dishes I saw. They make sweeter drinks that are almost dessert-like coffee with cream and fruity flavors. Their colorful, fun drinks really stand out, and they also do sandwiches and plenty of other fun food additions.“

“Great view of Coast Guard island !“

“Unique Special Order Cakes. Made my granddaughter's 16th heart shaped Birthday cake and she was totally pleased with the results. It matched her wishes exactly. Cupcakes were super delish! Thank you Rosanna for all your help!“

“Soooo delicious you must try!!!! The strawberry one is delicious. I ask for the condensed milk on the side cause I like to pour it once in make a little volcano hole in the middle. Hahaha I’m hooked! And they are super nice and fast service.“

“Super good skinny Latte w oat milk 👍😊“

“Thank you for the great friendly service“