THAT WAS THE BEST BACON, EGG, AND CHEESE SANDWICH I HAVE HAD IN MY LIFE.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Saurav Sharma
I used to come here at least once a week to work/read before I moved out of Oakland. Came back here today after many years and was pleasantly surprised to see it being run by the same owners fostering the same amazing vibe.
The food is fresh and clean, the service is compassionate and kind, the atmosphere is relaxing and inviting.
Support this lovely, local, and family-owned business!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
E M
Merritt Station Cafe has everything I need for remote work. I didn’t want to share this place for a long time to keep it on the low, but honestly the staff is so great I am happy to share.
It’s very non-pretentious. It has all kinds of seating, lots of outlets, reliable wifi. The bathroom could be cleaner but it’s better than most cafe bathrooms.
I have come for the avocado egg and cheese sandwich on a croissant consistently. I also love their peanut butter chocolate smoothie and chai with espresso. It was like God herself answered my prayers when they started serving sushi—which they prep fresh per order! I have also gotten a free roll once for being a regular.
Thank you Merritt Station for being my favorite cafe near Lake Merritt!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bryne Hadnott
Excellent cafe with delicious drinks, tasty sandwiches, and good sushi. It’s an awesome place to work, socialize, or just vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Neezy
Sushi and sandwiches are delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Peanut Butter Bodybuilder
Molly Jackson
I love this place. It’s always quiet and a great place to work or use internet in general. The owners/people who work there are lovely and seem to recognize all the regulars. I love their smoothies and the sushi is yummy and fresh.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tenzin Yangzom
A Hidden Gem!
I recently visited the Merritt station cafe and was genuinely impressed. The atmosphere is warm and inviting — perfect for catching up with friends or getting some work done. I ordered an Avocado Smoothie (green smoothie) and a California Roll (sushi) , and both were absolutely delicious. You can tell they use high-quality ingredients and take pride in what they serve. The staff was super friendly and made me feel right at home. Bonus points for the free Wi-Fi and relaxing background music. I’ll definitely be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Petra Bernis
Perfect spot to dip your croissant into a cappuccino while reading a book ☺️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zoya Kocur
I love this welcoming space! The coffees and smoothies are delicious and the new addition of fresh sushi rolls made in-house every day is great! Lots of regulars pop in because they know! Prices are good too. It's a great place to meet up with friends after a walk around the lake or shopping, and weekdays it's a nice calm space for work meetings and coffee. It's easy to walk past it so look for it next time you're on Grand by the gym, or Kume spa!
Jane Yoo
Great food (including sushi rolls and bowls), chill atmosphere, and friendly service! I’ve been a regular for ten years, and James and Tenzin have done a great job of refreshing the menu and interior
I stopped by Merritt Station Café recently and was pleasantly surprised. Their beef sandwich was tender, flavorful—simple but done right. My friend tried the sushi and was pleasantly surprised by how fresh and well-prepared it was for a cafe setting.Great little spot if you're in the area and want something satisfying without the fuss
Rohit Pandey
Great place to have some snacks and drinks. Plenty of seating space and good WiFi. The owner was very nice. We’ll visit again. Thank you.
Pema Namgyal
Merritt Station Cafe is an absolute gem! The coffee here is always on point—smooth, rich, and perfectly brewed every time. Their pastries are fresh and delicious, a sweet treat to pair with your coffee.
And the sushi? Fresh, well-prepared, and a great option when you’re looking for something a little different. It’s rare to find a spot that does coffee, pastries, and sushi all so well, but Merritt Station Cafe nails it.
A.C. Bazantti
Sushi is always very fresh and customer service is the best they make you feel at home.
THAT WAS THE BEST BACON, EGG, AND CHEESE SANDWICH I HAVE HAD IN MY LIFE.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I used to come here at least once a week to work/read before I moved out of Oakland. Came back here today after many years and was pleasantly surprised to see it being run by the same owners fostering the same amazing vibe.
The food is fresh and clean, the service is compassionate and kind, the atmosphere is relaxing and inviting.
Support this lovely, local, and family-owned business!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Merritt Station Cafe has everything I need for remote work. I didn’t want to share this place for a long time to keep it on the low, but honestly the staff is so great I am happy to share.
It’s very non-pretentious. It has all kinds of seating, lots of outlets, reliable wifi. The bathroom could be cleaner but it’s better than most cafe bathrooms.
I have come for the avocado egg and cheese sandwich on a croissant consistently. I also love their peanut butter chocolate smoothie and chai with espresso. It was like God herself answered my prayers when they started serving sushi—which they prep fresh per order! I have also gotten a free roll once for being a regular.
Thank you Merritt Station for being my favorite cafe near Lake Merritt!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent cafe with delicious drinks, tasty sandwiches, and good sushi. It’s an awesome place to work, socialize, or just vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sushi and sandwiches are delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Peanut Butter Bodybuilder
I love this place. It’s always quiet and a great place to work or use internet in general. The owners/people who work there are lovely and seem to recognize all the regulars. I love their smoothies and the sushi is yummy and fresh.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A Hidden Gem!
I recently visited the Merritt station cafe and was genuinely impressed. The atmosphere is warm and inviting — perfect for catching up with friends or getting some work done. I ordered an Avocado Smoothie (green smoothie) and a California Roll (sushi) , and both were absolutely delicious. You can tell they use high-quality ingredients and take pride in what they serve. The staff was super friendly and made me feel right at home. Bonus points for the free Wi-Fi and relaxing background music. I’ll definitely be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Perfect spot to dip your croissant into a cappuccino while reading a book ☺️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love this welcoming space! The coffees and smoothies are delicious and the new addition of fresh sushi rolls made in-house every day is great! Lots of regulars pop in because they know!
Prices are good too. It's a great place to meet up with friends after a walk around the lake or shopping, and weekdays it's a nice calm space for work meetings and coffee.
It's easy to walk past it so look for it next time you're on Grand by the gym, or Kume spa!
Great food (including sushi rolls and bowls), chill atmosphere, and friendly service! I’ve been a regular for ten years, and James and Tenzin have done a great job of refreshing the menu and interior
Restaurantji Recommends
I stopped by Merritt Station Café recently and was pleasantly surprised. Their beef sandwich was tender, flavorful—simple but done right. My friend tried the sushi and was pleasantly surprised by how fresh and well-prepared it was for a cafe setting.Great little spot if you're in the area and want something satisfying without the fuss
Great place to have some snacks and drinks. Plenty of seating space and good WiFi. The owner was very nice. We’ll visit again. Thank you.
Merritt Station Cafe is an absolute gem! The coffee here is always on point—smooth, rich, and perfectly brewed every time. Their pastries are fresh and delicious, a sweet treat to pair with your coffee.
And the sushi? Fresh, well-prepared, and a great option when you’re looking for something a little different. It’s rare to find a spot that does coffee, pastries, and sushi all so well, but Merritt Station Cafe nails it.
Sushi is always very fresh and customer service is the best they make you feel at home.
Good breakfast and coffee near Lake merritt
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