Berkeley Espresso

1900 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA

★★★★4.3(328 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Berkeley Espresso thrums with creative energy—it's equal parts serious coffee destination and intellectual hub where laptops outnumber empty tables. The espresso drinks are expertly crafted, but what really sets this place apart is its ability to serve both the person grabbing an authentic Mexican hot chocolate and the programmer settling in for a six-hour work session, all within a welcoming atmosphere that somehow feels both cerebral and genuinely friendly.

What to expect

Specialty drinksWifiOutdoor seatingPastriesEspresso focusedSlow sitLight foodMeetingsTraditional drinksLaptop friendly

Google Reviews

Sabrina A
★★★★★3 months ago

The Mexican hot chocolate was authentic and tasted like an elevated version of my childhood hot chocolate. The maple scone was slightly moist and not too sweet which was a pleasant surprise. The vibe was intimate and calm, but also nice enough to study. Customer service was kind and to the point. Will be returning!

Raphaela Pandy
★★★★★7 months ago

One of my favorite places in Berkeley to work on my laptop. There’s this bristling, cerebral energy in the air and people stay for hours. It feels like a cafe, coworking space, and start-up launchpad all wrapped in one. I love the mix of students, artists, freelancers, and entrepreneurs.

Scot Meeker
★★★★11 months ago

This was my first time at this coffee shop as we were visiting Berkeley. I love visiting local spots. This seem to be a very popular destination a lot of patrons on laptops and enjoying coffee they had pastries, not much for gluten-free but everything else I had an iced coffee With sugar-free vanilla and half-and-half. It was a good coffee.

Hyun Ji Kim
★★★★11 months ago

Super rude, worst experience ever. Aggressive and angry manner while taking orders. Staffs communicated in their first language to check out and was overcharged. Maybe the size of the drinks was miscommunicated. Great place to read or work maybe since 90% of the customers were on their laptop.

Kristine
★★★★a year ago

What a great friendly place! They have inside and outside seating with a super chill vibe. The staff is friendly and funny. I love that! We ordered a cappuccino and matcha latte to drink. They are both top quality products. Love when I can taste the true matcha flavor! Their pastries are satisfying but wouldn't write home about it.

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