I liked the decor of the cafe, definitely feels different from other coffee shops. I had a Rose Latte and Rose Milk cake. The cake was actually delicious, wanted to try the saffron too but it was sold out when I ordered, then they brought out a new pan so maybe one of their more popular slices. Rose Latte not a fan of. It's bigger compared to other cafes which caught me by surprise, but the coloring isn't rose; it's beet juice, making the latte grainier than expected.
Was not a fan of the baristas, they seemed like they didn't want to be there. The trash area was stacked crazy and just not maintained at all. The focaccia looked great but not labeled so I didn't know how they differed.
Their bathroom? Disgusting. Trash all over the floor and there was no seat covers. Which is fine I guess except there was so much pee on the seat. Which is crazy because I went in after an employee. She didn't seem to care about cleaning it up at all. When she was back from her bathroom break, the other barista behind the bar had to motion her for help. Maybe she was on a lunch break?
Overall, the table I sat at wobbled. I was excited for a bit more. Definitely interesting coffee but I wouldn't come back for another drink. Maybe to try other cakes and food but service? Terrible. Atmosphere was more like a 3/10 and people seemed to like working here, maybe I just got the last seat available.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Rose Milk Cake
B A
Great place and atmosphere however the WiFi is unreliable slower than a hotspot. I won’t come back here to do work.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pistachio Baklava
Alicia DiGiammarino
The Yemeni Tea was quite good (a bit like chai without milk) but very strong. When they ask if you want some sugar in it I recommend saying yes.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Peter Farejowicz
Nice little cafe located in downtown Oakland that’s a unique experience from your typical third wave coffee roasters in the Bay Area. Delay is a middle eastern coffee shop so they specialize in Yemeni coffees and teas.
I tried the Adeni chai which was a solid choice. The tea had milk flavors and some spices which added to the drink, though I wish the spice flavor was a bit stronger. Next time I’d try one of their coffee based drinks instead.
The inside is nice and clean and had plenty of sitting area too if you’re looking to get some work done.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Ade B
Coffee, the atmosphere and the customer service is amazing. However I don't like that people can bring the dogs in there. A few customers brought their dogs in there and they started shaking and a lot of fur just came it their coats. Especially since they weren't service animals. I'll definitely be returning. Great vibes overall
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
letizia canzino
Very nice cafeteria although it took a while for our dessert, but the person who served us gave us a little wine for the wait, very good service!! And the affordable price, although we expected the coffee to be a little bigger, it was very little, but my boyfriend and I liked the atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Nora Al
This was place amazing!
Cerulean Alps
the milk in my mocha today was burnt and way too hot, but they remade it to a better temperature when i asked. the cheese turnover was good, the milk cakes are great
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Edward Anderton
Interesting food options both savory and sweet. Didn’t try their coffee. Lady at the counter was chewing a wasp or something, very unhelpful and off putting. Place was crowded too and a weird layout without many outlets
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Chocolate Cheesecake
M P
Great coffee shop and baked goods near Broadway st. Baristas could be a lot kinder to customers, though -- they seemed rude to most of the customers here.
This might just be my absolute favorite middle eastern bakery/ coffee shop. They are so friendly, nice, and welcoming; I didn’t want to leave the place!! Their honey bite is so darn good! I’m coming right back to buy another one!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Helene
Really good yemeni latte. I think it tastes better hot than iced. You can also order through bigger pots of coffee to share with a group. The bee bite pastry was also quite good, soft bread with cheese in the middle, topped with honey. They also had different cakes and baklavas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lee M
Delightful treats! We’ll definitely come back to try more.
I liked the decor of the cafe, definitely feels different from other coffee shops. I had a
Rose Latte and Rose Milk cake.
The cake was actually delicious, wanted to try the saffron too but it was sold out when I ordered, then they brought out a new pan so maybe one of their more popular slices.
Rose Latte not a fan of. It's bigger compared to other cafes which caught me by surprise, but the coloring isn't rose; it's beet juice, making the latte grainier than expected.
Was not a fan of the baristas, they seemed like they didn't want to be there. The trash area was stacked crazy and just not maintained at all. The focaccia looked great but not labeled so I didn't know how they differed.
Their bathroom? Disgusting. Trash all over the floor and there was no seat covers. Which is fine I guess except there was so much pee on the seat. Which is crazy because I went in after an employee. She didn't seem to care about cleaning it up at all. When she was back from her bathroom break, the other barista behind the bar had to motion her for help. Maybe she was on a lunch break?
Overall, the table I sat at wobbled. I was excited for a bit more. Definitely interesting coffee but I wouldn't come back for another drink. Maybe to try other cakes and food but service? Terrible. Atmosphere was more like a 3/10 and people seemed to like working here, maybe I just got the last seat available.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Rose Milk Cake
Great place and atmosphere however the WiFi is unreliable slower than a hotspot. I won’t come back here to do work.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pistachio Baklava
The Yemeni Tea was quite good (a bit like chai without milk) but very strong. When they ask if you want some sugar in it I recommend saying yes.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Nice little cafe located in downtown Oakland that’s a unique experience from your typical third wave coffee roasters in the Bay Area. Delay is a middle eastern coffee shop so they specialize in Yemeni coffees and teas.
I tried the Adeni chai which was a solid choice. The tea had milk flavors and some spices which added to the drink, though I wish the spice flavor was a bit stronger. Next time I’d try one of their coffee based drinks instead.
The inside is nice and clean and had plenty of sitting area too if you’re looking to get some work done.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Coffee, the atmosphere and the customer service is amazing. However I don't like that people can bring the dogs in there. A few customers brought their dogs in there and they started shaking and a lot of fur just came it their coats. Especially since they weren't service animals. I'll definitely be returning. Great vibes overall
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very nice cafeteria although it took a while for our dessert, but the person who served us gave us a little wine for the wait, very good service!! And the affordable price, although we expected the coffee to be a little bigger, it was very little, but my boyfriend and I liked the atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
This was place amazing!
the milk in my mocha today was burnt and way too hot, but they remade it to a better temperature when i asked. the cheese turnover was good, the milk cakes are great
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Interesting food options both savory and sweet. Didn’t try their coffee. Lady at the counter was chewing a wasp or something, very unhelpful and off putting. Place was crowded too and a weird layout without many outlets
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Chocolate Cheesecake
Great coffee shop and baked goods near Broadway st. Baristas could be a lot kinder to customers, though -- they seemed rude to most of the customers here.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 2
Restaurantji Recommends
This might just be my absolute favorite middle eastern bakery/ coffee shop. They are so friendly, nice, and welcoming; I didn’t want to leave the place!!
Their honey bite is so darn good! I’m coming right back to buy another one!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really good yemeni latte. I think it tastes better hot than iced. You can also order through bigger pots of coffee to share with a group. The bee bite pastry was also quite good, soft bread with cheese in the middle, topped with honey. They also had different cakes and baklavas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delightful treats! We’ll definitely come back to try more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rose Milk Cake
Authentic place which is open late. Good WiFi.
Great coffee and tea
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Turkish Delights, Turkish Bread Roll, Delah Rose Latte, Turkish, Yemeni Oatmilk Latte, Pistachio Baklava, Cheesecake, Turkish Coffee & Pistachio Cheese Cake, Saffron Milk Cake
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