Polaris Cafe

5858 Horton St, Emeryville, CA

★★★★★4.6(134 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Polaris Cafe feels like a verdant escape in the middle of Emeryville, with a gorgeous greenhouse atrium that's equally suited for focused study sessions or leisurely meetings over beautifully crafted drinks. They spotlight light, fruity espresso from the nearby McGlaughlin roaster alongside creative house specialties like the White Rabbit and inventive tea drinks, while their breakfast burritos—generously stuffed with eggs, veggies, and sausage—have earned serious devotion from regulars. The team here clearly cares about making you feel welcomed and comfortable, whether you're grabbing coffee quickly or settling in for the afternoon.

What to expect

MeetingsSpecialty drinksCold brewLaptop friendlyLight foodFull breakfastTraditional drinksSignature drinksQuick grabFamily friendlyMatcha & teaSlow sit

Google Reviews

Richard Squailia
★★★★a month ago

Great atrium greenhouse vibe with light roast fruity espresso drinks from MczGlaughlins roaster up the street.

Arlo
★★★★★4 months ago

Omg, this place is really cute with really nice decor and ambience. The staff were very nice and fast. We got two drinks. The White rabbit and lychee black tea. Both were delicious and at a reasonable price for boba in this area. Really enjoyed all the small business crafts that were for sale as well. Overall really sweet place. Definitely a good spot to grab a drink and a bite to eat and work remotely. Definitely want to come back soon!

Paola Gutierrez
★★★★★a year ago

Polaris Cafe is like a big oasis in the middle of a city. This is my new favorite spot to decompress and study. It is very inviting and relaxing. The staff are very nice and accommodating. The prices are reasonable. The vegetarian, breakfast, lunch, pastry and dessert options are a lot. The specials for today are butter chicken and tandoori chicken over basmati rice. I got my drink for $6. I am very glad to see that it is not packed. I can literally just sleep here. It look so peaceful with all the plants and granite tables + the beautiful fountain and scenery out the floor to ceiling windows. I’ll go the extra 20 miles to study here. I really love the concept and would love to have my own like this in the future.

catlover99
★★★★★a year ago

One of the best breakfast burritos of my life. Lots of eggs and veggies and they didn't skimp on the sausage. $16 is pricey but so are most things in California. Come here if you get a chance- you won't regret it.

siobhan ross
★★★★★a year ago

Love this little cafe! They turn out some delicious flavors. I get the breakfast burrito and it’s fire every time. So many yummy options for lunch too! The order ahead option is great too. Overall really cool atmosphere too with small little nick nacks and sauces to purchase.

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