Cafe Gabriela

988 Broadway, Oakland, CA

★★★★★4.6(117 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Tucked into Oakland, this warm neighborhood spot fills the air with the aroma of pork adobo and inviting Filipino touches while serving up thoughtfully crafted sandwiches and salads that keep both regulars and catering clients coming back. The staff treats everyone like family, bringing genuine warmth to every interaction whether you're grabbing a quick bite or settling in for a slow afternoon. It's the kind of place where reasonable prices, quality ingredients, and authentic hospitality make you feel genuinely supported in choosing local.”

What to expect

Slow sitTraditional drinksMeetingsLight foodQuick grab

Google Reviews

Krista Smith
★★★★★3 months ago

Highly recommend! I had a black iced tea, and a 1/2 sandwich and salad combo with the tomato and mozzarella sandwich and simple salad. Staff were so warm and attentive. I was attending a conference at the Marriott across the street and wish I had discovered this place sooner.

Gabrielle Hernandez
★★★★★7 months ago

I love this spot. I ordered catering from them a few months ago for an event in Downtown Oakland and the participants absolutely loved the sandwiches. The staff is super kind and was able to cater to our group’s dietary needs. I was back in the Bay for a conference and finally got to try one. I got the pulled pork adobo sandwich and it was divine. The person working there was so sweet and gave me a water bottle for free when I told them that I was leaving for home! I’m from the East Coast but I visit the Bay 1-2 times a year. I will absolutely make it a point to come here every time I come back to the Bay. I’ll be daydreaming about that sandwich until I can get another one!

Austin Lin-Truong
★★★★★8 months ago

The pork adobo aroma draws you in as the kamustska sign greets you warmly. The staff provides nourishment alongside a compassionate good morning. Nothing quite like supporting local to remind you that it is more than okay to be present.

Jennifer Haut
★★★★★a year ago

Great little cafe/lunch spot in Oakland. Sandwiches were so tasty and the staff were super friendly! We ordered the half sandwich and half salad combo and the prices were so reasonable. Perfect amount of food . My son had the pulled pork adobo sandwich and I ordered the soppressata with mozzarella and we were both so happy with our meals. Limited space for dine-in but I still highly recommend!

Allen White (KLOVER NELLA FACTORY)
★★★★★3 years ago

Hi honestly this was amazing. Pulled pork sandwich: little dry, thought it was going to be covered in Sweet BBQ Sauce, but I like this plain option. Also do a hot bbq version for people who like spice. I also had the iced chai latte, wish it was sweetened with sweetener. A little watery for me. I also had a vanilla and a chocolate alfajores. Caramel surprise with one of them. The value of everything I overall love. Will definitely be coming back.

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