Cole Coffee

Decided to try a different coffee shop as my favorite place is closed on Sundays and I ended up here. There's about 15-20 seats inside with about the same number of seats outside. There is a cozy atmosphere with some sofa chairs available. Around the corner is, I believe, a a small stand where you can buy the beans.I ordered a Mexican Mocha and it took a while for the drink to be made (~10+ min). Although, if you order a Pourover, that's pretty much ready within seconds. It was Cal's Homecoming and Parent weekend which may have explained the wait because it was busy, however, I noticed there was never a single dedicated person on drinks. The employees just floated between drinks and the register. Since they have around 21 different Pourovers, I'm assuming that's typically the best thing to get. As for the Mexican Mocha, it's not too sweet but as I was drinking it, comparing it to all the other Mexican Mochas I have consumed, I realized that there isn't really any chocolate in it. I didn't taste the mocha part. It definitely has some spices in it, but the chocolate was minimal of any which explains the sweetness aspect. Therefore, the coffee that I got, fell short of my expectations for what a Mexican Mocha should taste like.Service is good, but when my drink was called and I walked up almost immediately, the employee (who didn't take my order) was looking at the other side of the room and it felt like she was going to give my order to someone else. There's a lot of posted signs that say no outside food or drinks, and on the menu, there's an option to add a flavored syrup to drinks but there's not an actual list of the available flavors. The prices are very reasonable as they aren't charging an arm and a leg.Overall, it's alright coffee and maybe I'll return.

We stopped by Cole Coffee after lunch for afternoon pick-me-ups. My wife, who's the real coffee connoisseur between us, thought this place was just okay (three stars). I liked it, but I didn't feel strongly about it unlike other cafes. My wife thought her Americano and my latte were too sweet. She thought the flavor shots of vanilla, in both drinks, drowned out all the coffee flavor. I agreed with her, but it didn't bother me as much as I prefer my coffee drinks on the sweeter and creamier side.I had a hot vanilla latte with oat milk ($5.60 total). My wife had a vanilla Americano with oat milk ($4.00 total). I could be wrong, but I think my serving size was 16 ounces and hers was 12. I thought both drinks tasted fine. For me, the latte served its purpose at the time.Service was good.According to the storefront sign and menus I saw in-store, Cole Coffee has been around since 2005. I read they replaced Royal Coffee. They have a cute corner spot at College Ave and 63rd St in the Rockridge neighborhood of North Oakland. This particular stretch of College Ave is filled with restaurants and retail. It's a nice area. The cafe's sidewalk seating, with its small tables and chairs, adds to the neighborhood's charm and appeal. Overall, I think the cafe has a neat retro feel to it.Cole Coffee serves breakfast food, salads, and sandwiches. For delicious pastries to go with your coffee here, I recommend La Farine just a few doors down: https://www.yelp.com/biz/la-farine-oakland-2I asked an employee if Cole Coffee has guest Wi-Fi. They said no and to use Safeway's Wi-Fi across the street.

Cute cafe front, the glass windows, signage, and corner spot pulled me in to check them out real quick. I wasn't looking for a drink per say, but because I was in the area, I thought why not? There were a few people in line / ordering prior before I stepped inside. I was advised that they were closing the interior in 5-10 minutes and whatever I was going to have needed to be enjoyed outside. That was fine since I just wanted something small. I ordered the cafecito which was a tiny cup of espresso with milk. Not bad, but not memorable enough for me to want to go back for it again. If you have time, there are food options and other drinks. I would say grabbing a table around the corner side street is nice. The service was quick and staff was very nice and accommodating with the order. Would maybe give this place another go some other time if I am in the area.

Stopped in for a matcha latte and light breakfast this weekend. I brought my own mug/canteen and they were able to happily use it for my order. I tried the single poached egg and toast and the egg came out nicely - with the right amount of runniness in the yolk and a cooked egg white that was not overdone. I topped the egg with a bit of Tapatio chili sauce and finished one slice of toast with it. The other slice I spread the accompanied strawberry jam and butter on top for a nice sweet finish to my breakfast. Cafe was crowded and many people had their dogs with them leashed to the outdoor patio/cafe seating. Inside seating is cozy yet enough for about 14 people to sit and enjoy their drink and snack.

Great place for a mid-day stop to refuel or take a beat from your to-do list. I got a pour over and the flavor was so good, I preferred it over the latte I got the first time. The bagel was middling, under toasted, and a little bland for me, and I don't think I will be getting another one for the price point.

Found this coffee shop after attending a Yelp Event nearby. The lattes are affordable and I love the decorations. Downside was they ran out of oatmilk when I ordered. Otherwise the staff was friendly.

They have the best chai in town, even better than Asha. Decent pricing is also a plus! I also hear good things about the mocha. That said, their decaf is overly bitter and when I ordered a cafe au lait today, I got a coffee with about a centimeter of milk in it. That is not a cafe au lait! I pointed out to the barista after she filled the cup almost to the top with coffee that I ordered an au lait and she said, "I know." I guess she doesn't know what an au lait is.

This place has become our go-to coffee shop in Oakland. I love the Horchata Latte and my husband loves their iced brew. Food is equally delicious and location is superb. Ambiance is fun and so are their staff. Highly recommend.

The coffee and service is good more importantly the furniture is upholstered. Most coffee places are like study halls. Cole feels like home. They do close at 2 pm, so please plan around that.

i love going there! staff is awesome, food is beyond delicious and the tea are top tier, haven't had any of their coffee yet but the quality of their teas tell me everything i need to know love the color scheme, the selection of furniture, music and the natural light!