great chill vibe, local community meeting spot, indoor and parklet seating, a real gem!
Nelson S.
Hal's Office Coffee is an absolute gem nestled in Albany, California. From the moment you step in, you're enveloped in the warm, inviting vibes that make it the perfect spot to unwind or catch up on work. The cappuccino here is a true work of art, crafted with precision and care, boasting a rich, velvety texture and a bold espresso kick that's simply divine. But what truly sets this place apart is the exceptional service provided by the friendly and knowledgeable baristas who always go above and beyond to ensure a memorable experience. Whether you're a coffee aficionado or just looking for a cozy spot to relax, this is your place to come visit!
Neel Hajare
Good macchiato; Counter Culture beans; great outdoor seating area; huge line on weekends
Nadine Y.
This coffee shop is just around the corner by my place and is usually my go to place if I just want to walk and grab coffee. They unfortunately don't offer a lot of seating inside, but they do have a couple seats outside. They do a good job making my coffee and the service here is great. They do offer pastries here too if you wanted to grab a small bite. I am always impressed by the employees here when they get that big customer rush and they handle everything so gracefully without being flustered. Definitely a place to try out if you are ever on solano ave!
Kelly S.
There is no better mocha around. Seriously. I come every day for my fix. I ask for it extra hot and they make it perfectly. Every person there is kind, knows me and my order and just makes my morning a little better. There can be a line but they do their best to move it along and still give da g drink the attention it deserves. New year usually means new things but I am not changing my go to mocha spot.
Maria B.
The cutest wine bar ever, especially when they have music outside. Such a good vibe and great wines. Five stars for service too.
Chase G.
I was killing some time before an appointment, and I wandered into Hal's. I ordered my go to drink, a dirty chai, with two shots of espresso. Chai lattes can vary widely, so I keep my expectations at a new place low. The drink they gave me was about my Platonic ideal of a dirty chai. The chai was peppery enough to leave a tingle on the roof of my mouth, but not overwhelming. The espresso balanced the sweetness with the perfect amount of bitterness, but didn't mask the flavor of the chai. If I lived nearby I'd be back tomorrow morning. And the day after that. And the day after that...
sardoa
I work nearby and this is a great grab and go or grab and sit place for coffee & noshes. The pastries and baked goods are consistently great - I recommend whatever looks good to you, but the gruyere pretzel & cinnamon roll are my fave. Can't go wrong with any coffee drink; I'm usually getting an americano, but the aroma of chai on an autumn morning will lure me over to Hal's! There's always all kinds of people having all kinds of diverse conversation & meet ups, it's friendly and casual for people of all ages.
Rob C.
Awesomeness. Wine and quality snacks at Hals... Coffee in the mornin' and wine in the evenin'. Perfect
Peg S.
Solid, local neighborhood wine bar, with tiny seating indoors or outdoors in their parklet. Friendly service and good value for the snacks and drinks, unlike other places that will charge you an arm and leg for very little. The cheese and charcuterie board was plentiful with a nice flavor mix to satisfy the taste buds and the apertif was refreshing. Look forward to trying more of their wine offerings.
Stopped by for coffee while waiting for a haircut appointment up the street - I live in Oakland, so Albany is "new" to me. Hal's is a nice place - I love their outdoor seating - with a nice staff! I'll come back again next time I'm in the area.
Melissa A.
Great wine bar! First time stepping in. Great customer service and great set up inside and outdoor seating as well. They have music playing that is mellow. Definitely check this wine bar out!
Ace Man
After a hard week its nice to wine down at Hal’s after hours.
Victor White
Food and drinks were great, atmosphere is cozy inside with a nice patio seating situation outside. Definitely coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sarah C.
Super nice space. Very little seating inside, but nice and clean and new. A great Parklet with seating outside. Despite it being on Solano it really wasn't that loud. My decaf americano was very tasty. My husband said his chai wasn't as spicy as he would like but still good. My ham and cheese croissant was good but I should have asked them to heat it up. My husband did he really liked his scone. Morning bun was enjoyed by the children.
great chill vibe, local community meeting spot, indoor and parklet seating, a real gem!
Hal's Office Coffee is an absolute gem nestled in Albany, California. From the moment you step in, you're enveloped in the warm, inviting vibes that make it the perfect spot to unwind or catch up on work. The cappuccino here is a true work of art, crafted with precision and care, boasting a rich, velvety texture and a bold espresso kick that's simply divine. But what truly sets this place apart is the exceptional service provided by the friendly and knowledgeable baristas who always go above and beyond to ensure a memorable experience. Whether you're a coffee aficionado or just looking for a cozy spot to relax, this is your place to come visit!
Good macchiato; Counter Culture beans; great outdoor seating area; huge line on weekends
This coffee shop is just around the corner by my place and is usually my go to place if I just want to walk and grab coffee. They unfortunately don't offer a lot of seating inside, but they do have a couple seats outside. They do a good job making my coffee and the service here is great. They do offer pastries here too if you wanted to grab a small bite. I am always impressed by the employees here when they get that big customer rush and they handle everything so gracefully without being flustered. Definitely a place to try out if you are ever on solano ave!
There is no better mocha around. Seriously. I come every day for my fix. I ask for it extra hot and they make it perfectly. Every person there is kind, knows me and my order and just makes my morning a little better. There can be a line but they do their best to move it along and still give da g drink the attention it deserves. New year usually means new things but I am not changing my go to mocha spot.
The cutest wine bar ever, especially when they have music outside. Such a good vibe and great wines. Five stars for service too.
I was killing some time before an appointment, and I wandered into Hal's. I ordered my go to drink, a dirty chai, with two shots of espresso. Chai lattes can vary widely, so I keep my expectations at a new place low. The drink they gave me was about my Platonic ideal of a dirty chai. The chai was peppery enough to leave a tingle on the roof of my mouth, but not overwhelming. The espresso balanced the sweetness with the perfect amount of bitterness, but didn't mask the flavor of the chai. If I lived nearby I'd be back tomorrow morning. And the day after that. And the day after that...
I work nearby and this is a great grab and go or grab and sit place for coffee & noshes. The pastries and baked goods are consistently great - I recommend whatever looks good to you, but the gruyere pretzel & cinnamon roll are my fave. Can't go wrong with any coffee drink; I'm usually getting an americano, but the aroma of chai on an autumn morning will lure me over to Hal's! There's always all kinds of people having all kinds of diverse conversation & meet ups, it's friendly and casual for people of all ages.
Awesomeness. Wine and quality snacks at Hals... Coffee in the mornin' and wine in the evenin'. Perfect
Solid, local neighborhood wine bar, with tiny seating indoors or outdoors in their parklet. Friendly service and good value for the snacks and drinks, unlike other places that will charge you an arm and leg for very little. The cheese and charcuterie board was plentiful with a nice flavor mix to satisfy the taste buds and the apertif was refreshing. Look forward to trying more of their wine offerings.
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Stopped by for coffee while waiting for a haircut appointment up the street - I live in Oakland, so Albany is "new" to me. Hal's is a nice place - I love their outdoor seating - with a nice staff! I'll come back again next time I'm in the area.
Great wine bar! First time stepping in. Great customer service and great set up inside and outdoor seating as well. They have music playing that is mellow. Definitely check this wine bar out!
After a hard week its nice to wine down at Hal’s after hours.
Food and drinks were great, atmosphere is cozy inside with a nice patio seating situation outside. Definitely coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super nice space. Very little seating inside, but nice and clean and new. A great Parklet with seating outside. Despite it being on Solano it really wasn't that loud. My decaf americano was very tasty. My husband said his chai wasn't as spicy as he would like but still good. My ham and cheese croissant was good but I should have asked them to heat it up. My husband did he really liked his scone. Morning bun was enjoyed by the children.