Zocalo Coffee and Kitchen
101 Clinton Ln, Oakland, CA
Crema's Take
“Zocalo Coffee & Kitchen strikes that rare balance between serious espresso craftsmanship and genuinely inviting hospitality, with reviewers consistently praising the warm, beautiful lighting and willingness to let you linger for hours. The kitchen elevates things beyond typical coffee shop fare—think perfectly-textured quiches and a rotating menu that earned people flying in from out of town—while the staff brings a genuine sweetness that makes both solo work sessions and friend meetups feel special.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu. Wifi.
Google Reviews
What a lovely spot. The atmosphere here is absolutely wonderful: beautiful lighting, warm, inviting, and a perfect place to settle in for a while. I spent a couple of hours working and it was such a comfortable, inspiring space. The people are incredibly friendly, and the woman…
Spectacular coffee and breakfast spot. So good we ate here all 3 days we were in town. I wish we had something similar in Washington D.C. / Northern VA. The quiche had the most amazing texture - I tried two different ones. The side salad was vibrant and fresh and perfectly…
I went to this coffee shop to meet up with a friend and do some creative brainstorming. During my visit there, the staff was friendly and provided great service. They made an excellent latte, I enjoyed sipping on it while looking at some of the handmade paintings they have on…
My family and I came on opening night for their happy hour service! All new menu and a full cocktail menu. All the staff is so sweet and super friendly! For drinks, we got Florence and the bird of paradise. Both were so good, but if you must choose, try the Birds of Paradise! …
I’m so glad they opened a spot in Oakland. I’ve gone to their original location in San Leandro a few times and always loved the vibe. The food and drinks were delicious. The have plenty of seats and their across the street from the water. I’m so glad they’re here.
Crema Reviews
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