I've spent countless hours freely helping the cafe over the past 4 years (cleaning the floors, bathroom, buying decor, supplies, condiments, the outdoor seating, baking, doing laundry, creating & running the Instagram, printing flyers, coming in on Sundays and during events, and so on) while also frequenting daily as a customer working full-time elsewhere.
Unfortunately I’ve been met with belligerent and sometimes cruel words and behavior, with the worst incidents occurring about half a dozen times. Recently, it escalated to a new low, a public outburst insulting and cursing me in front of other customers with no remorse, accountability, or even acknowledgment of any of the support I’ve given.
My personal experience only of course, but it’s been shocking and hurtful. No one deserves to be treated that way.
That said, the food itself is really good and high quality, especially the breakfast. The cafe opens at 6 a.m., which is hard to find anywhere else, and the pricing has remained fair to customers over the years, which is also hard to find.
Emily Han
Love the coffee, bagel, and indoor seating! Hope the business gets busy.
Shanell Hudson
Hey, just word of advice. When packing delivery orders like from DoorDash etc. please seal the bag and drinks.
H. Hart
The owner was so friendly, the food was delicious and great value for money. My family and I needed breakfast before getting on the road, and Coco Cafe did not disappoint. The breakfast burrito, bagel, and an assortment of breakfast sandwiches were all heartily enjoyed by my hungry fam. The smoothies are also really good! Make this one of your food stops while in Oakland!
Antonio Rios
Their bacon, egg, and cheese croissant is delicious and well priced! Look no further
(Also though I got an iced almond milk latte and had to throw it away because it was bad. But come for the breakfast!!!)
Yaffa A
The best sandwiches around
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Norma
Nice little nook but Aroma Cafe a few doors down is 10/10 better. All I wanted was a cup of ice and they had no ice! A cafe with no ice?
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Casey Scheld
Coco Cafe is fantastic!
Had an appointment nearby and hung around for a bit. Greeted with a "hello friend!" and got a breakfast burrito filled with meat for a song.
Ended up chatting with some people coming in - seems like a regular spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chip Gerken
Didn't honor their posted hours (which Google says were edited by the owners recently). Arranged to meet someone there at 2 (hours say open until 4 daily) and they were closed. No notice, no sign, no apology.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Bobby Irula
Great little cafe. I work in downtown Oakland and wanted to find a new place for breakfast. I happily stumbled upon this cafe and did not leave disappointed. I ordered the breakfast burrito and a vanilla latte. The burrito was delicious. It comes with your choice of breakfast meat (chicken sausage, bacon, ham…), eggs, tomatoes, cheese, guacamole and jalapeños. You can add or remove items if you want. The latte was a bit too sweet for my liking. I’m guessing the gentleman at the counter is the owner and he was very nice and welcoming. As I ordered my food and drink, it started to get busy, which is a good sign. I definitely recommend this cafe. I’ll be back to try other items on the menu.
The chicken pesto panini here is hefty and good. Good crisp on the bread from the press, and everything goes together quite well. The cafe is also a bit of a general store with packaged snacks and desserts, which is a plus.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mahsa Ashabi
Don’t listen to the most recent review trying to target a local business who also stands up for an oppressed community in need. It’s actually shameful to act in such a childish way.
Beyond that, this place is an ideal spot and is exactly what I needed nearby my work in downtown Oakland. Most places don’t open until 8am and I am at work by 7:30 so this place opening at 7 is so helpful. They have an espresso machine and make great coffee drinks, willl have to try a breakfast sandwich next time. Also lots of chips and packaged snacks to grab and go. Reminds me a lot of a NY deli, so glad I found this spot. Thank you ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joshua Waltzer
Dingy deli not very welcoming to their Jewish neighbors serving stale bagels and unfresh salads, among other unappetizing selections
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Agustin Loza
This place is amazing. Great food and coffee that never disappoints. I like how it's open early too. Highly recommend
I've spent countless hours freely helping the cafe over the past 4 years (cleaning the floors, bathroom, buying decor, supplies, condiments, the outdoor seating, baking, doing laundry, creating & running the Instagram, printing flyers, coming in on Sundays and during events, and so on) while also frequenting daily as a customer working full-time elsewhere.
Unfortunately I’ve been met with belligerent and sometimes cruel words and behavior, with the worst incidents occurring about half a dozen times. Recently, it escalated to a new low, a public outburst insulting and cursing me in front of other customers with no remorse, accountability, or even acknowledgment of any of the support I’ve given.
My personal experience only of course, but it’s been shocking and hurtful. No one deserves to be treated that way.
That said, the food itself is really good and high quality, especially the breakfast. The cafe opens at 6 a.m., which is hard to find anywhere else, and the pricing has remained fair to customers over the years, which is also hard to find.
Love the coffee, bagel, and indoor seating! Hope the business gets busy.
Hey, just word of advice. When packing delivery orders like from DoorDash etc. please seal the bag and drinks.
The owner was so friendly, the food was delicious and great value for money. My family and I needed breakfast before getting on the road, and Coco Cafe did not disappoint. The breakfast burrito, bagel, and an assortment of breakfast sandwiches were all heartily enjoyed by my hungry fam. The smoothies are also really good! Make this one of your food stops while in Oakland!
Their bacon, egg, and cheese croissant is delicious and well priced! Look no further
(Also though I got an iced almond milk latte and had to throw it away because it was bad. But come for the breakfast!!!)
The best sandwiches around
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice little nook but Aroma Cafe a few doors down is 10/10 better. All I wanted was a cup of ice and they had no ice! A cafe with no ice?
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Coco Cafe is fantastic!
Had an appointment nearby and hung around for a bit. Greeted with a "hello friend!" and got a breakfast burrito filled with meat for a song.
Ended up chatting with some people coming in - seems like a regular spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Didn't honor their posted hours (which Google says were edited by the owners recently). Arranged to meet someone there at 2 (hours say open until 4 daily) and they were closed. No notice, no sign, no apology.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Great little cafe. I work in downtown Oakland and wanted to find a new place for breakfast. I happily stumbled upon this cafe and did not leave disappointed. I ordered the breakfast burrito and a vanilla latte. The burrito was delicious. It comes with your choice of breakfast meat (chicken sausage, bacon, ham…), eggs, tomatoes, cheese, guacamole and jalapeños. You can add or remove items if you want. The latte was a bit too sweet for my liking. I’m guessing the gentleman at the counter is the owner and he was very nice and welcoming. As I ordered my food and drink, it started to get busy, which is a good sign. I definitely recommend this cafe. I’ll be back to try other items on the menu.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
The chicken pesto panini here is hefty and good. Good crisp on the bread from the press, and everything goes together quite well. The cafe is also a bit of a general store with packaged snacks and desserts, which is a plus.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Don’t listen to the most recent review trying to target a local business who also stands up for an oppressed community in need. It’s actually shameful to act in such a childish way.
Beyond that, this place is an ideal spot and is exactly what I needed nearby my work in downtown Oakland. Most places don’t open until 8am and I am at work by 7:30 so this place opening at 7 is so helpful. They have an espresso machine and make great coffee drinks, willl have to try a breakfast sandwich next time. Also lots of chips and packaged snacks to grab and go. Reminds me a lot of a NY deli, so glad I found this spot. Thank you ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dingy deli not very welcoming to their Jewish neighbors serving stale bagels and unfresh salads, among other unappetizing selections
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
This place is amazing. Great food and coffee that never disappoints. I like how it's open early too. Highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow - excellent sandwiches!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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