Welcome to The Caffè by Mr. Espresso
At The Caffè by Mr. Espresso, coffee is crafted with passion and creativity, harmonizing artisanal quality with a trendy vibe. Located in Downtown Oakland, this café invites visitors to indulge in unique beverages like the beloved butterscotch latte and seasonal specials developed in collaboration with local chefs. The spacious yet intimate atmosphere, characterized by high ceilings and ample natural light, makes it a perfect spot for a quick grab-and-go or a relaxing coffee break. With a commitment to sustainability, they utilize compostable containers and promote plastic-free packaging. Experience a delightful blend of taste, community, and artistry at The Caffè.
- 1120 Broadway Oakland, CA 94607 United States Hotline:
Welcome to The Caffè by Mr. Espresso, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Oakland, California. This trendy café at 1120 Broadway combines a hipster vibe with high-quality, expertly crafted coffee. From the moment you step inside, the atmosphere envelopes you with its modern design, high ceilings, and beautiful architecture. Whether you’re grabbing your morning brew to go or enjoying a leisurely coffee date, The Caffè offers a unique experience that transcends the standard coffee shop visit.
Highlights of The Caffè:
- Signature Drinks: Do not miss their famous butterscotch latte, a local favorite that has captivated many coffee enthusiasts. Patrons rave about its rich flavor that perfectly balances sweetness and coffee bitterness. Another highlight is the tiger coffee, a delightful blend of Thai iced tea and latte that has garnered rave reviews.
- Creative Collaborations: The Caffè is not just about classics; it frequently features unique collaborations with local chefs, offering rotating specials that invite customers to explore innovative flavors. This keeps the menu exciting and encourages repeat visits.
- Environmentally Conscious: With an appreciation for sustainability, The Caffè uses compostable containers and plastic-free packaging, along with providing reusable tableware. They aim to minimize their environmental footprint while serving delicious coffee.
- Accessibility and Amenities: The café is wheelchair accessible with no steps or stairs, and it also features outdoor seating, making it a great spot for groups, pet lovers, and those seeking a casual yet classy atmosphere. Free Wi-Fi and a drive-thru option make it convenient for the busy urban dweller.
The café is designed for those who love quality over quantity, with limited seating available—a clever choice that emphasizes their focus on takeout and quick service. Customers have praised the friendly baristas who consistently provide excellent service, enhancing your experience with every visit. The lively atmosphere is often complemented by great music, creating a vibrant community hub. However, it’s worth noting that if you’re planning to stay a while, seating can be limited, so be prepared for a grab-and-go experience.
Whether you are craving a comforting morning coffee or looking to try something new, The Caffè by Mr. Espresso promises a memorable experience. With their delightful coffee offerings and a commitment to quality and creativity, it’s no wonder this café has earned a loyal following in the bustling Oakland scene. Stop by for your daily caffeine fix or to experience one of their unique food collaborations—you won’t regret it!

Great variety of coffees (try the tiger coffee it's Thai iced tea and latte mix ) They have great service and have a wide variety of pastries. Try the cannoli small but delicious and the breakfast sandwiches too.

Friendly staff,great music and very clean. The coffee was excellent. Butterscotch latte with Oat milk. Delish!

The first time I tried The Caffe, I ordered a butterscotch latte with whole milk, iced. The music at the time was a bit loud and it was hard to hear; it was mostly standing room with a few small chairs. They have an unusual layout where the baristas work in the middle of the cafe and are surrounded by a bar-style counter. The drink took a few minutes to prepare. It was sweet and rich; the sweetness helped offset the bitterness of coffee. I felt it was even better when I added some half and half on top, as someone who is pretty sensitive to the taste of coffee. There was a collab special of a candied yams latte at the time, but I didn't see it until after I ordered. I came back another time to order the almond bisco-latte, another temporary special, which is a biscotti milk latte with Acquerello's signature almond biscotti. Personally I liked the biscotti, which was buttery and crunchy - and I'm someone who doesn't normally like biscotti. The bitterness of coffee followed by almond reminded me of marzipan or sweet almonds. I had another butterscotch latte and it was still good. Overall, pretty good drinks - solid coffee, but they also have temporary specials that are collaborations with local chefs, so there's also that novelty of interesting flavors to try.

Finally a place that makes butterscotch latte just right! This is the best butterscotch Latte I have found in the bay The staff is so sweet and makes you want to visit again! This place has a really cool, almost museum like vibe! This is right next to the 12th Oakland BART station and is designed to be more of a grab and go type coffee place

Quick service. Horchata Cold Brew was tasty. Too sweet for me. Not much seating if you wanted to study or meet up folks over coffee. I definitely want to come back during one of their collabs with chefs. Love that it's by the Bart exit!

I was looking for a good matcha in the area and this place seemed promising even though their focus was coffee. They no longer have any of their matcha specials, which I think were part of a pop up, but they have a regular matcha latte on their menu. I ordered an iced unsweetened matcha latte with oat milk. I saw that they had a squeeze bottle of matcha, so I don't think they whisk matcha to order. Still, I could tell just from the color that it would be good. The matcha was a bright green and had no clumps. Really good for a place that doesn't specialize in matcha! My only complaint, if you could call it that, is that they use the dreaded paper straws. This wasn't even an issue because I drank the matcha so quickly that the paper straw didn't have time to get soggy. The inside looks very modern and clean. I was a little confused by the bar-like set up. I wasn't sure where to order, but one of the employees came over and took my order. Service was very nice and quick both times that I went! I would definitely recommend this cafe if you're looking for a place that puts a lot of care into their craft.

The Caffè has been on my bookmarked list foreverrrr and Mr. Espresso beans are some of my faves so I finally made it there on New Year's Eve. The shop is located in the middle of Downtown Oakland, but since we arrived on a day that I assume most people were off, parking wasn't too bad. We parked on the street around the corner at a metered spot and walked the short distance. I love love love the concept of a coffee bar. There's no real line here, you order just as you would at an alcoholic bar. Find a barista when they're available, order with them, and they'll make your drink. Then, you can hang out and enjoy your drinks at the bar, take it to go, or sit at one of their tables (there aren't many, but there are a handful of seats). Besides the unique concept, the coffee shop itself is GORGEOUS. The tall ceilings come with huge floor to ceiling windows and beautiful (architecture? art?) design inside. Just look at the pictures and you'll see what I mean. Another thing I love about The Caffè is that they feature rotating drink collabs with local chefs. That's what'll keep me coming back for sure. Be sure to follow them on instagram (@thecaffeoak) or check out their website to see their latest collabs. And on top of all that, the drinks are delicious. I had their Bicerin Alla Menta, a collab with Chef Craig Stoll of Delfina, and it was the dreamiest peppermint drinking chocolate/mocha. I also tried their butterscotch latte, a signature on their menu, and wow, how can I replicate this at home so I can have this every day?! Anyways, 5 stars all around!

This is going to be my new favorite coffee shop. I just wish there was more seating and I was closer! I love the focus on the quality of the coffee as well as the craft nature of some of the drinks. I got a ginger cardamom cold brew that was delicious paired with a canele during a pop up. What a cute idea!

===TL;DR=== - Butterscotch latte ===TMI=== First impression: spacious. 2nd impression: not many chairs. My conclusion: seems like a grab and go place. However, the butterscotch latte was so solid! What a gem!

If you want quality coffee for an affordable price this is the spot for you! Their coffee is honestly so smooth and delicious! I could not believe I ordered their Butterscoth latte and it's was $5! Yep you read that right FIVE DOLLARS!!! Not DOLL HAIRS LOL! I was shocked because this place is definitely hipster and I would have expected to pay way more. It's better than Starbucks and literally half the price. Only thing is not as convenient. I love to stop in though when I have the time. Staff is super chill and they play really good music I literally vibe out when I come here!!