I live right next door to this place and passed by it a million times before deciding to stop in one day. Truly one of my favorite places to grab breakfast when I’m working from home. The chicken omelette is probably the most underrated dish here - packed with freshly chopped veggies, pan grilled chicken and cheese, wrapped in a generous amount of perfectly fluffy whole eggs. Like others have stated, it does take some time since the owner runs the entire place alone (so make sure you’re not in a rush) but trust me when I say it is worth the wait. The potatoes that come with it are good but I usually substitute for a side salad to get my veggies in, resulting in a high protein and low carb breakfast that fuels me all day. Despite getting the same dish for years at this point, she always finds a way to keep things interesting by changing the seasoning in the chicken or salad. The coffee is good too, I usually get iced coffee or an americano. Definitely worth stopping by if you’re in the area and have some time & patience for a delicious nutritious breakfast.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Björn -
I cannot understand all the other good reviews… have you really been here? I guess these are all fake favor reviews. So I have been here for breakfast, had a French Toast that was just roasted thin white bread from the discounter with a frowzy turkey patty and scrambled eggs. The cafe latte tasted stale. From a hygiene aspect… I was shocked when I wanted to get some sugar… big (180 oz) open self service bowl with a sticky old spoon sticking in clumpy brown old sugar with blocks so hard I couldn’t crush them.
Ambient: If you wanna sit outside, you‘re sitting curbside facing a high traffic street. And every minute people passing by your table closer than an arms length.
I do recommend to choose another location. But if you don’t trust my review… come here and then you’ll revere this review.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 4
Raquel Co
Maybe five dollars for a bagel and cream cheese, but not $7. My mistake was not asking for the price before ordering; it wasn’t written on the menu.
Stephen Gerard
The proprietress runs a quality operation all by herself. The vegetarian sandwich which we've had several times is excellent. The service is top notch. And the location is right by Lake Merritt with a great View. I highly recommend this place.
Bridget Haydu
My favorite place to get Ethiopian food in Oakland. The owner is sweet and personable and it's lovely to sit with a matcha and chat. Food is delicious and fresh.
Andra Cojocaru
I only tried a smoothie, but it was excellent! I got a mixed fruit smoothie without ice. 10/10 on this hot and sunny almost spring day ☀️
Leah Ulip
perfect coffee, right by the lake, strong wifi, and really personable & nice staff :)
Cassie Mccabe
Terrible experience. The food tasted like it came straight from the freezer. Service was rude! and the place was not clean. Very disappointing. FYI: Saw a roach.
The woman working here was extremely rude, and the food was terrible. My wife and I were very disappointed with the service. If I could give this place a negative rating, I would.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Tamer Girgis
My gf and I always love coming here. It's such a chill place with a relaxed environment.. free wifi.. great place to work or just hang out. And we normally play cards and just spend a couple of hours there. My favorite part is the Chicken Pesto sandwich with ethiopian spice, it's not spicy not.. it's very flavorful. And best chicken sandwich I've ever had in my life. (I like it on a soft roll).
I never leave reviews, and I really should as we need to with these local businesses.
Word of advice though, be patient here, it may take a bit because she mostly works alone. And it's so worth the wait!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Pesto Sandwich
Ryan
Very nice atmosphere, but the espresso is undrinkable!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
J “Mystical Goddess”
Get the Ethiopian Breakfast (eggs, potatoes and couscous. I love her preparation and the lattè is always perfect! Ask for a strawberry-pineapple italian soda??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ethiopian Breakfast, Bagel w Cream Cheese
J
Get the Ethiopian Breakfast (eggs, potatoes and couscous. I love her preparation and the lattè is always perfect! Ask for a strawberry-pineapple italian soda??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ethiopian Breakfast, Bagel w Cream Cheese
cheap and very good veggie omelette
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Ethiopian breakfast was yummy & flavorful.
Food: 5
Service: 5
I live right next door to this place and passed by it a million times before deciding to stop in one day. Truly one of my favorite places to grab breakfast when I’m working from home. The chicken omelette is probably the most underrated dish here - packed with freshly chopped veggies, pan grilled chicken and cheese, wrapped in a generous amount of perfectly fluffy whole eggs. Like others have stated, it does take some time since the owner runs the entire place alone (so make sure you’re not in a rush) but trust me when I say it is worth the wait. The potatoes that come with it are good but I usually substitute for a side salad to get my veggies in, resulting in a high protein and low carb breakfast that fuels me all day. Despite getting the same dish for years at this point, she always finds a way to keep things interesting by changing the seasoning in the chicken or salad. The coffee is good too, I usually get iced coffee or an americano. Definitely worth stopping by if you’re in the area and have some time & patience for a delicious nutritious breakfast.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
I cannot understand all the other good reviews… have you really been here? I guess these are all fake favor reviews. So I have been here for breakfast, had a French Toast that was just roasted thin white bread from the discounter with a frowzy turkey patty and scrambled eggs. The cafe latte tasted stale. From a hygiene aspect… I was shocked when I wanted to get some sugar… big (180 oz) open self service bowl with a sticky old spoon sticking in clumpy brown old sugar with blocks so hard I couldn’t crush them.
Ambient:
If you wanna sit outside, you‘re sitting curbside facing a high traffic street. And every minute people passing by your table closer than an arms length.
I do recommend to choose another location. But if you don’t trust my review… come here and then you’ll revere this review.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 4
Maybe five dollars for a bagel and cream cheese, but not $7. My mistake was not asking for the price before ordering; it wasn’t written on the menu.
The proprietress runs a quality operation all by herself. The vegetarian sandwich which we've had several times is excellent. The service is top notch. And the location is right by Lake Merritt with a great View. I highly recommend this place.
My favorite place to get Ethiopian food in Oakland. The owner is sweet and personable and it's lovely to sit with a matcha and chat. Food is delicious and fresh.
I only tried a smoothie, but it was excellent! I got a mixed fruit smoothie without ice. 10/10 on this hot and sunny almost spring day ☀️
perfect coffee, right by the lake, strong wifi, and really personable & nice staff :)
Terrible experience. The food tasted like it came straight from the freezer. Service was rude! and the place was not clean. Very disappointing. FYI: Saw a roach.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
The woman working here was extremely rude, and the food was terrible. My wife and I were very disappointed with the service. If I could give this place a negative rating, I would.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
My gf and I always love coming here. It's such a chill place with a relaxed environment.. free wifi.. great place to work or just hang out. And we normally play cards and just spend a couple of hours there. My favorite part is the Chicken Pesto sandwich with ethiopian spice, it's not spicy not.. it's very flavorful. And best chicken sandwich I've ever had in my life. (I like it on a soft roll).
I never leave reviews, and I really should as we need to with these local businesses.
Word of advice though, be patient here, it may take a bit because she mostly works alone. And it's so worth the wait!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Pesto Sandwich
Very nice atmosphere, but the espresso is undrinkable!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Get the Ethiopian Breakfast (eggs, potatoes and couscous. I love her preparation and the lattè is always perfect! Ask for a strawberry-pineapple italian soda??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ethiopian Breakfast, Bagel w Cream Cheese
Get the Ethiopian Breakfast (eggs, potatoes and couscous. I love her preparation and the lattè is always perfect! Ask for a strawberry-pineapple italian soda??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ethiopian Breakfast, Bagel w Cream Cheese
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