Some interesting options for food and drink at this cafe. Chaga chai latte anyone?Good location in busy commercial district on MacArthur. Parking may be a little bit tricky.Overall, the place is a little bit dark, reminds me of a regular pub open during daylight hours ? Good amount of seating with Wi-Fi and power.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Mike Nolan
I have been going to World Ground Cafe off and on over the past couple of decades and I would guess there have been several ownership changes over the years and today's experience was good overall... The food (paninis) and (espresso) drinks were above average and the service was OK... The atmosphere was a little subdued, which was fine, as it is nice to talk without shouting but it seems a little run down... Nothing some paint and reupholstering couldn't solve... Overall a nice place to hang out... Parking can be a little tricky so allow time to find a spot...Wheelchair accessibility: Ground level access
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sausage
Nan Andino
I drop in here for an Americano for me and kids cocoa for preschooler while waiting 30 minutes for a pickup on Wed. at Laurel School around the corner. They close at 2 daily, so on l y short day works.Going to try their breakfast next time. Pastry looks good but only tried drinks.Friendly, peaceful.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Chad Reid
Kind of an institution in East Oakland. Really solid coffee and drink options and a really unique space.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Cathe
Customer service is always welcoming, if you're social there's always a good conversation waiting or if you want to work with headphones on that's an option. The coffee or tea is great along with good food choices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast panini, ceasar salad w/chicken, panini special of the day
Jim L
Got a breakfast Panini, and an Americano it was pretty
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Aaron Grant III GRE_Group_Broker
Been coming here for more than 10 years. Lattes are good. Egg bites are delicious and the owner is friendly.
Lydia Ropp
They make their own biscuits and scones... delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Made Granola
Vala Burnett
Great food, and awesome both for individual purchase and group take out! We have an on-site catering firm where I work, but for lunch meetings, I'll always swing by here and get sandwiches for our groups (5-20 people). I'm TERRIBLE at remembering to order in advance, and they never flinch. I STRONGLY recommend ordering for groups in advance, because it makes their lives easier, but I am also very thankful for the time I showed up in a panic at 11 am because a lunch meeting for 12 people had been SPRUNG on me, and they whipped something together within a half hour. I still made it on time, and the people at the meeting raved about the sandwiches in the reviews (it was an event for prospective clients, so we got their feedback after the event). I always make sure to share that the food is from a great local place, just up the road, that they can visit on their own!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stewart L
Love this cafe so much! World Ground is great and their coffee + service was excellent.
Sylvester donated a box of sandwiches and sweet pastries to the Oakland Community Cabins emergency shelter for the homeless. I tried one of the sweet pastries and omg, the best I've ever had. Thank you
Stacy S.
This review is for their freshly baked pastries in-house!! They're so good!! I tried an almond date scone and a bacon pepperjack biscuit, and they were both so great: buttery, well-balanced, really hits the spot. And they bake them fresh every morning and by early afternoon, most things are sold out :)
Suzette L. Davidson
I revisted this place today. They still have innovative, house made pastries, 3 kinds of chai, and are always working on their own recipes. Service was prompt and friendly. Top drawer. And now they have tshirts in 3 colors. Nice.
sonny ortega
This cafe has been here for many years hosting local groups/customers and serving good food and coffee. The spirit of the space continues and deserves more attention from the community to allow it to grow and thrive. I thank you personally.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lucy Watson
Great place. Amazing food. Every food item is excellent quality and great coffee too. Lots of space available if you need to sit at a computor
Some interesting options for food and drink at this cafe. Chaga chai latte anyone?Good location in busy commercial district on MacArthur. Parking may be a little bit tricky.Overall, the place is a little bit dark, reminds me of a regular pub open during daylight hours ? Good amount of seating with Wi-Fi and power.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
I have been going to World Ground Cafe off and on over the past couple of decades and I would guess there have been several ownership changes over the years and today's experience was good overall... The food (paninis) and (espresso) drinks were above average and the service was OK... The atmosphere was a little subdued, which was fine, as it is nice to talk without shouting but it seems a little run down... Nothing some paint and reupholstering couldn't solve... Overall a nice place to hang out... Parking can be a little tricky so allow time to find a spot...Wheelchair accessibility: Ground level access
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sausage
I drop in here for an Americano for me and kids cocoa for preschooler while waiting 30 minutes for a pickup on Wed. at Laurel School around the corner. They close at 2 daily, so on l y short day works.Going to try their breakfast next time. Pastry looks good but only tried drinks.Friendly, peaceful.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Kind of an institution in East Oakland. Really solid coffee and drink options and a really unique space.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Customer service is always welcoming, if you're social there's always a good conversation waiting or if you want to work with headphones on that's an option. The coffee or tea is great along with good food choices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast panini, ceasar salad w/chicken, panini special of the day
Got a breakfast Panini, and an Americano it was pretty
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Been coming here for more than 10 years. Lattes are good. Egg bites are delicious and the owner is friendly.
They make their own biscuits and scones... delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Made Granola
Great food, and awesome both for individual purchase and group take out! We have an on-site catering firm where I work, but for lunch meetings, I'll always swing by here and get sandwiches for our groups (5-20 people). I'm TERRIBLE at remembering to order in advance, and they never flinch. I STRONGLY recommend ordering for groups in advance, because it makes their lives easier, but I am also very thankful for the time I showed up in a panic at 11 am because a lunch meeting for 12 people had been SPRUNG on me, and they whipped something together within a half hour. I still made it on time, and the people at the meeting raved about the sandwiches in the reviews (it was an event for prospective clients, so we got their feedback after the event). I always make sure to share that the food is from a great local place, just up the road, that they can visit on their own!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this cafe so much! World Ground is great and their coffee + service was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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Sylvester donated a box of sandwiches and sweet pastries to the Oakland Community Cabins emergency shelter for the homeless. I tried one of the sweet pastries and omg, the best I've ever had. Thank you
This review is for their freshly baked pastries in-house!! They're so good!! I tried an almond date scone and a bacon pepperjack biscuit, and they were both so great: buttery, well-balanced, really hits the spot. And they bake them fresh every morning and by early afternoon, most things are sold out :)
I revisted this place today. They still have innovative, house made pastries, 3 kinds of chai, and are always working on their own recipes. Service was prompt and friendly. Top drawer. And now they have tshirts in 3 colors. Nice.
This cafe has been here for many years hosting local groups/customers and serving good food and coffee. The spirit of the space continues and deserves more attention from the community to allow it to grow and thrive. I thank you personally.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place. Amazing food. Every food item is excellent quality and great coffee too. Lots of space available if you need to sit at a computor