Went here today for a late brunch and it was absolutely delicious. Had the Ethiopian Breakfast combo and it came with a variety of different items, all delicious. The iced latte was also amazing. It was a tad bit pricey, but it was good quality and good portions.Will definitely make a visit back here soon and try their lunch options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ethiopian Breakfast Combo
David Ho
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Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kristin Howard
I found out about this place during Oakland Restaurant Week and it did not disappoint. From the moment I walked in and was greeted both by tantalizing aromas and a warm hello to the moment I was presented with my order, I felt welcomed. I was even given a nice sample of the spicy Ethiopian tea to take with me to enjoy with by breakfast combo. I'll be back again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ethiopian Breakfast Combo
Avishalom K.
MAN, OMG! This is our NEW order-from/hangout place. NOT ONLY is the owner VERY FRIENDLY, KIND & HELPFUL but the FOOD is EXCELLENT (KUDOS to the Kitchen Chef whom customers often NEGLECT/FORGET about congratulating/commending in PERSON!). VERY VERY EXCELLENT (TOP NOTCH!) tuna sandwich! This place KNOWS what they're doing!!! And, NOT too many places know HOW to make a GREAT-TASTING tuna salad! Many either put TOO much mayonnaise or make it TOO dry. Places also tend sometimes to use brand/suppliers of tuna which tastes TOO FISHY!!! However, NOT SO AT ALL here, at Jebena Cafe! Their (female) cook makes a REAL "BOMB" (THE Bomb!) of a tuna sandwiches we've tasted in a LONG time (&, TRUST us! We've tasted tuna sandwiches in MANY-a-PLACES before!). This place makes one of the BEST ! NOT too salty; NOT too creamy; BOT too dry! JUST well-balanced good-fish taste with very FRESH & CRUNCHY lettuce & JUST RIGHT, well-toasted slices of bread!!! This sandwich ALWAYS gets even a HIGHER-MARKUP/"upgrade" when you ADD their SLICED HARD-BOILED egg to it!!! Their avocado toast is ALSO WONDERFUL-highly recommended (we always order BOTH the TUNA but ALSO, the AVOCADO toast & combine them, eating one half of each then, are left with the 2 other halves to go/for later (except that one must remember that avocado tends to darken if/when not eaten fresh)!!! Finally, their MOCHA & LATTE are great!!!
Michael-Anthony T.
Oh my goodness this coffee is strong. I took a sip of the iced brew and I don't know whether I want to seize the day and conquer my accomplishments or pass out from being so wired (in a good way lol). This is definitely a spot that deserve more recognition and is definitely a hole in a wall that ends up being a diamond in the rough. I tried their chicken pesto sandwich on a ciabatta roll and oh boy was it tasty. Pair that up with a strong cold brew and I'm ready to conquer my duties for the day. Give this place a try when you're in the neighborhood, definitely worth it.
Sharice W.
What a treat! I had a couple of hours to kill and needed a space to work. Specifically wanted to support a black biz so I dropped into Jebena Cafe around open. The owner Mekky is so sweet and patient. We discussed a couple of items and landed on avocado toasted with no eggs and a mocha. I set up shop by the window and Mekky brought my food to me. The mocha was the perfect amount of sweet and the avocado toast was delicious! The avocado mash includes red onion, peas, cilantro, radish, and chili flakes. It was delicious! I will definitely be back for Mekky's great service and to try more menu items that caught my eye. Would recommend.
Joseph A
Great Cafe, I don’t drink coffee that often But their coffee that I tried today are one of the most delicious coffee. Safe location and friendly Staff with positive attitude.The cafe from inside are good too clean and comfortable. Highly Recommend this Cafe Shop.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Don Marzetta
This place is excellent. Had a tasty breakfast. Also the Cappuccino was perfect. Next time I’ll have lunch!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ethiopian Breakfast Combo
Don M.
Had a great breakfast and amazing cappuccino. Can't wait to visit for lunch. Luckily it's just around the corner from where I live. Try it out.
Cara Hunt
What a wonderful place! Amazing coffee and I had a delicious, seriously like astonishingly good sambusa. The owner is a dream and we’re lucky to have them in this neighborhood. Will definitely come back for their breakfast special :)
Everything from the setup, customer service to the food. Everything is perfect! I recommend their Ethiopian breakfast combo with amazing cappuccino.
Anna D
this place is AMAZING!! the food, the coffee, the service, the ambiance -- i love everything about it!!! every time i make brunch plans, i recommend this place. you will not regret coming here i promise!!
Alisa Davis
Extremely kind staff. She made sure the drinks were hot when I arrived and they tasted AMAZING ❤️
Essayas Haile
Jebena Cafe in Oakland is a true culinary treasure for anyone who cherishes authentic Habesha cuisine. As an aficionado of ethnic dining, I've explored many establishments, but Jebena Cafe is in a league of its own. Their skillful modernization of traditional dishes, while preserving the authentic flavors, is remarkable. The highlight, though, is their extraordinary hospitality – it's warm, genuine, and consistently impressive. Jebena Cafe is more than a dining destination; it's a shining example of culinary excellence in Oakland. It's a must-visit for anyone seeking a memorable and authentic dining experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ethiopian Breakfast Combo
Cat Kung
this cafe is an oasis and breath of fresh air! the food, the beverages, the ambiance, and the staff are all top shelf. came here on a sunday morning with a group of 8 and got to spend almost three hours here without feeling rushed or in the way. there was plenty of space.i would love to come back and try the coffee ceremony, it smelled so good!
Went here today for a late brunch and it was absolutely delicious. Had the Ethiopian Breakfast combo and it came with a variety of different items, all delicious. The iced latte was also amazing. It was a tad bit pricey, but it was good quality and good portions.Will definitely make a visit back here soon and try their lunch options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ethiopian Breakfast Combo
Samosa(s)⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I found out about this place during Oakland Restaurant Week and it did not disappoint. From the moment I walked in and was greeted both by tantalizing aromas and a warm hello to the moment I was presented with my order, I felt welcomed. I was even given a nice sample of the spicy Ethiopian tea to take with me to enjoy with by breakfast combo. I'll be back again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ethiopian Breakfast Combo
MAN, OMG! This is our NEW order-from/hangout place. NOT ONLY is the owner VERY FRIENDLY, KIND & HELPFUL but the FOOD is EXCELLENT (KUDOS to the Kitchen Chef whom customers often NEGLECT/FORGET about congratulating/commending in PERSON!). VERY VERY EXCELLENT (TOP NOTCH!) tuna sandwich! This place KNOWS what they're doing!!! And, NOT too many places know HOW to make a GREAT-TASTING tuna salad! Many either put TOO much mayonnaise or make it TOO dry. Places also tend sometimes to use brand/suppliers of tuna which tastes TOO FISHY!!! However, NOT SO AT ALL here, at Jebena Cafe! Their (female) cook makes a REAL "BOMB" (THE Bomb!) of a tuna sandwiches we've tasted in a LONG time (&, TRUST us! We've tasted tuna sandwiches in MANY-a-PLACES before!). This place makes one of the BEST ! NOT too salty; NOT too creamy; BOT too dry! JUST well-balanced good-fish taste with very FRESH & CRUNCHY lettuce & JUST RIGHT, well-toasted slices of bread!!! This sandwich ALWAYS gets even a HIGHER-MARKUP/"upgrade" when you ADD their SLICED HARD-BOILED egg to it!!! Their avocado toast is ALSO WONDERFUL-highly recommended (we always order BOTH the TUNA but ALSO, the AVOCADO toast & combine them, eating one half of each then, are left with the 2 other halves to go/for later (except that one must remember that avocado tends to darken if/when not eaten fresh)!!! Finally, their MOCHA & LATTE are great!!!
Oh my goodness this coffee is strong. I took a sip of the iced brew and I don't know whether I want to seize the day and conquer my accomplishments or pass out from being so wired (in a good way lol). This is definitely a spot that deserve more recognition and is definitely a hole in a wall that ends up being a diamond in the rough. I tried their chicken pesto sandwich on a ciabatta roll and oh boy was it tasty. Pair that up with a strong cold brew and I'm ready to conquer my duties for the day. Give this place a try when you're in the neighborhood, definitely worth it.
What a treat! I had a couple of hours to kill and needed a space to work. Specifically wanted to support a black biz so I dropped into Jebena Cafe around open. The owner Mekky is so sweet and patient. We discussed a couple of items and landed on avocado toasted with no eggs and a mocha. I set up shop by the window and Mekky brought my food to me. The mocha was the perfect amount of sweet and the avocado toast was delicious! The avocado mash includes red onion, peas, cilantro, radish, and chili flakes. It was delicious! I will definitely be back for Mekky's great service and to try more menu items that caught my eye. Would recommend.
Great Cafe, I don’t drink coffee that often But their coffee that I tried today are one of the most delicious coffee. Safe location and friendly Staff with positive attitude.The cafe from inside are good too clean and comfortable. Highly Recommend this Cafe Shop.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is excellent. Had a tasty breakfast. Also the Cappuccino was perfect. Next time I’ll have lunch!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ethiopian Breakfast Combo
Had a great breakfast and amazing cappuccino. Can't wait to visit for lunch. Luckily it's just around the corner from where I live. Try it out.
What a wonderful place! Amazing coffee and I had a delicious, seriously like astonishingly good sambusa. The owner is a dream and we’re lucky to have them in this neighborhood. Will definitely come back for their breakfast special :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Everything from the setup, customer service to the food. Everything is perfect! I recommend their Ethiopian breakfast combo with amazing cappuccino.
this place is AMAZING!! the food, the coffee, the service, the ambiance -- i love everything about it!!! every time i make brunch plans, i recommend this place. you will not regret coming here i promise!!
Extremely kind staff. She made sure the drinks were hot when I arrived and they tasted AMAZING ❤️
Jebena Cafe in Oakland is a true culinary treasure for anyone who cherishes authentic Habesha cuisine. As an aficionado of ethnic dining, I've explored many establishments, but Jebena Cafe is in a league of its own. Their skillful modernization of traditional dishes, while preserving the authentic flavors, is remarkable. The highlight, though, is their extraordinary hospitality – it's warm, genuine, and consistently impressive. Jebena Cafe is more than a dining destination; it's a shining example of culinary excellence in Oakland. It's a must-visit for anyone seeking a memorable and authentic dining experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ethiopian Breakfast Combo
this cafe is an oasis and breath of fresh air! the food, the beverages, the ambiance, and the staff are all top shelf. came here on a sunday morning with a group of 8 and got to spend almost three hours here without feeling rushed or in the way. there was plenty of space.i would love to come back and try the coffee ceremony, it smelled so good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ful, Ethiopian Breakfast Combo