Rockridge Cafe
5492 College Ave, Oakland, CA
Crema's Take
“Rockridge Cafe is a beloved neighborhood institution where Saturday morning slowness is the whole point—servers let you linger over bottomless coffee and their signature ricotta pancakes without any rush to leave. The classic diner atmosphere and consistently solid breakfast menu make it an ideal spot to meet friends or settle in for a leisurely meal, though you might want to manage expectations on portion sizes relative to price. It's the kind of place locals return to again and again for that reliable, homey breakfast comfort.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Server was nice. Ordered a soup and sandwich (toast was almost inedible) and the cup of soup is served in a half size ramekin which was about 3 bites. We also got the chilaquiles and it was dry tortilla chips with dry eggs and mystery meat. They realized they forgot the…
This place makes me feel like I'm at home on a Saturday morning. My go to breakfast? Ricotta Special: Two ricotta cakes, one egg, and your choice of two bacon strips or pork links. Served with real maple syrup. All for about $19.00. And don't forget some of the best coffee…
Great breakfast spot in hidden gem Oakland neighborhood. Classic diner interior. The service doesn’t rush you, so perfect for meeting up with friends or colleagues. The menu satisfies all egg urges.
This cafe has been in the neighborhood for a long, long time and is a local favorite for breakfasts, brunches and lunches. The atmosphere is casual and diner-like and the foods as expected in a cafe style restaurant. There’s also some counter seating that looks into a busy open…
Short version: Friendly service, tasty ricotta pancakes, bottomless coffee, disappointing portions for the price—mainly the breakfast burrito. ——— My significant other and I were looking forward to a nice breakfast. He was thrilled there was a vegan option but when the burrito…
Crema Reviews
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