Awaken Cafe & Roasting

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2025-03-16

Awaken Cafe is a gem in Oakland! The space is clean and thoughtfully designed, with different seating zones that make it perfect for both getting work done and just hanging out. The ambiance is warm and inviting, and the coffee—made from their own roast—is excellent. We had bagels with cream cheese for breakfast, and they were just perfect. Based on that, I’d bet their patties and other baked goods are just as good. The staff are friendly in a way that feels genuine—Oakland-style friendly, meaning they’re not putting on a show, just real and welcoming. If you’re looking for a solid cafe with great coffee and good vibes, this is the spot!

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2025-03-15

This is my go-to coffee spot because the coffee is delicious and strong. You can still taste the coffee beans despite additives such as milk or sweetener. Plus—the coffee art is nicely design that I don’t want to mix it. The baristas take their time to make the art. I love the decor inside the place because it has colorful lights with a dark background. No WiFi here. Nice place to chat with friends or people over coffee

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2025-01-04

I’ve always loved Awaken since moving to downtown Oakland. The espresso is top notch, there’s plenty of space to sit inside, and the Adirondack chairs out front are a sweet place to sip and people watch. Recently they upped their bagel game and do yummy egg and cheese and salmon bagels.