Athenian Deli and Cafe

Name: Athenian Deli and Cafe
Address: 2125 Franklin St, Oakland, California, 94612, US
Telephone: (510) 817-4737
Price range: $
Rating: 5

$ • Greek, Mediterranean, Cafe

Hours:
2125 Franklin St, Oakland
(510) 817-4737

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About Athenian Deli and Cafe

Athenian Deli and Cafe is a charming and delicious spot, an unpretentious yet stylish restaurant in Oakland. It serves fresh Greek and Lebanese street food as good as any found in Athens or Beirut. The menu offers bright and fresh flavors, with an emphasis on a brighter flavor profile where lemon and cucumber pop. Many find it the best compared to other Middle Eastern restaurants.

The food is amazing and absolutely delicious. The falafel is frequently highlighted as the best, being crispy but soft on the inside, yeasty and soft, fresh, and slightly spicy. The falafel wrap is amazing. Other excellent items include the babaghanoush, described as smooth, redolent of charred eggplant, and the best ever tasted. The vegetarian plate is excellent, featuring falafel, tahini, babaghanoush, hummus, Greek salad, beet salad, and other small salads. The veggies are very fresh and refreshing. For coffee, it offers the best espresso in Uptown and a delicious orange blossom latte.

The small cafe is spotless and has incredible, beautiful vibes. Service is awesome, friendly, and super sweet. Prices are pretty reasonable, though some coffee is noted as more expensive. It is well worth a trip and is a hidden gem well worth supporting.