Cole Coffee

307 63rd St, Oakland, CA

★★★★★4.5(220 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This beloved Oakland neighborhood spot has evolved from its Royal Coffee days into a genuine community gathering place that actively discourages the laptop-crowd hustle—instead fostering real conversations over carefully crafted cappuccinos made from their own roasted beans. While some regulars miss the cozier old interior, the expanded outdoor seating and solid espresso work (when dialed in right) keep the loyal following coming back, especially for impulse-worthy daily specials that pair perfectly with morning coffee. It's the kind of place where the staff knows your name and the vibe feels intentional rather than trendy.

What to expect

MeetingsLight foodPour overFull breakfastSlow sitTraditional drinksOutdoor seatingEspresso focused

Google Reviews

Andrew Hawn
★★★★5 months ago

I have been coming here since it was Royal coffee. Great neighborhood place for a coffee and an egg thing. Their espresso machines often burns the coffee though, which makes it taste too bitter and burned. Not always, but they should adjust it.

Phuong Luong
★★★★11 months ago

Cute neighborhood spots for community gathering! Love that it's not a laptop-work type of cafes. Got a horchata latte which is a little disappointing though

Gary Cole
★★★★2 years ago

This establishment serves good cappuccinos with a broad selection of their own roasted beans available for sale on site. Good seating inside and outside with a loyal following as I’ve come to recognize regular patrons after a few visits. Coffee is strong - no weak stuff here. The powerful arabica aromas exuding within the small side space where 20 + types of beans are sold awaken the senses. Everyone seemed to be buying beans and a free cup of coffee is provided as a kind companion. Cool gear too.

Maria Wilson
★★★★★3 years ago

I went in for coffee and left with the daily special because it sounded so good. I'm very satisfied with my impulse buy (it was a sandwich by the way). The staff was friendly and patient while I decided what to get from the menu (everything sounded so good), and the cafe was clean and bright.

WilderWasHere
★★★★★7 years ago

Support a locally owned coffeeshop! Not sure about the remodel. I sort of miss the cozy interior of old. They left the outside seating, which is nice, and the coffee still tastes the same, very good. I prefer the glass pint glasses for large coffees, rather than the unwieldy ceramic mugs. A minor critique Update 5/8/2018: They served my coffee in a glass pint glass. All I had to do is ask. Adjusted to 5 stars. Lastly, I recommend the poached eggs and toast. Delicious!

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