Sana'a Cafe
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Sana'a Cafe

801 Broadway, Oakland, CA

★★★★★4.8(350 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Tucked off 8th and Broadway, Sana'a Cafe is a thoughtfully designed sanctuary that feels like a deliberate escape from the hustle—think cozy mornings with their stellar matcha lattes and warm evenings savoring house-made delights like honeycomb cream puffs and baklava. The team here takes real care with both their traditional and specialty drinks, crafting everything from perfectly spiced Adani Chai to Dubai chocolate cake, making it the kind of place where regulars genuinely wish they could visit every day.

What to expect

Late nightsMatcha & teaSpecialty drinksEarly hoursParkingTraditional drinksMeetingsFamily friendlySlow sitPastries

Google Reviews

Steve S
★★★★★2 months ago

A wonderful oasis experience. Came on early Saturday morning. Nice to have the place to ourselves👍. The Honeycomb bread was amazing. They're like little cream puffs, but with cream cheese, which light honey drizzle on top. Not too sweet, which make you wanna eat more. Coffee was delicious. The small pot was perfect for two people. Super friendly staff. Ambiance offers an escape to unwind from the hustle bustle.

Skeeb Khan
★★★★★3 months ago

Sana’a Cafe is such a gem in Oakland, right off 8th and Broadway. Street-metered parking is available, and it’s always worth the stop. The atmosphere is amazing—cozy, warm, and thoughtfully designed. The interior decor is beautiful, with really nice furniture and a lot of attention to detail. It’s a smaller space, which makes it perfect for working or studying rather than large social groups. Calm, comfortable, and inviting without feeling crowded. The Adeni chai is consistently excellent every single time—rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. If you’re looking for a chill spot with great vibes and reliable quality, this place never disappoints.

Abby Figueroa
★★★★★4 months ago

Been here twice, and both times have been amazing! Great drinks, the pastries are wonderful as well, and the vibe is cozy. The employees are always respectful, I wish I could come here every day! Their pink drink was especially great, tastes better than the Starbucks version! Come here if you have the chance you won't regret it!

Majestic Limo
★★★★★5 months ago

Amazingly beautiful! Everything tastes great at Sana’a Cafe. This was my 1 st visit early in the morning and I had matcha and Dubai chocolate cake. I will definitely come back! Thank you very much for great service and tasty cakes!

Lamia Youseff
★★★★★5 months ago

This is a nice hidden gem that you wont realize how good it is until you step inside and try their chai and dessert. We got the Adani Chai and the baklava. Both were excellent. The decor feels you took a quick trip to Yemen and back, and the service was above and beyond. I highly recommend you give them a visit if you are in the area.

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