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Coffee in Berkeley

MOB Coffee

4.8
194 Google reviews$ · Inexpensive

Rates above the average for coffee near Berkeley — one of 31 we've tracked here.

Things to Know

MOB Coffee is a locally-loved coffee shop on Tennyson Street known for seasonal latte flavors and pastries from Black Box Bakery, located in a walkable neighborhood with a bright, relaxing atmosphere.

Baristas recognize regulars and genuinely care about the experience, making it an ideal spot to linger over excellent coffee in a thoughtfully decorated space with natural light.

  • Seasonal latte flavors that rotate regularly and are creative
  • Pastries from Black Box Bakery, especially the weekend-only specials
  • Staff remembers regulars and provides helpful, personalized recommendations
  • Bright, naturally-lit space with plenty of seating and a patio area
  • Accessible location on walkable Tennyson Street with nearby shops and restaurants
  • Parking can be difficult to find, so plan to walk a bit

How this is written: we run the full set of recent Google reviews through AI to pull out what guests consistently say — including the complaints, which is why there's a downsides list rather than only the good bits. It's rewritten as new reviews come in, so it describes the hotel as it is now, not as it was whenever someone last got round to writing a paragraph about it. Read the reviews yourself on Google Maps.

Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Closed now

People Order

  • lavender mocha
  • iced coffee
  • kombucha
  • seasonal lattes
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SuLeYkA

a month ago

Definitely a spot I’ll keep coming back to. Support local shops like this one 🙌 they’re worth it! I came here to catch up with my sister and it ended up being the perfect spot. The staff was so kind and gave really helpful suggestions when we were deciding what to order. I had the kombucha (so refreshing!) and my sister ordered the lavender mocha, which she loved 😌 It was pretty busy, but that just tells you how much people love it ☕️ 😊 There’s still plenty of seating inside plus a great patio area in the back. The space has tons of natural light, the bathroom was clean, and everything feels so thoughtfully decorated. You can tell they really care about the experience. Kudos to the owners! Service was fast, the food smelled amazing, and the overall vibe made it easy to sit and stay awhile.

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Ana Abdo

a month ago

Very relaxing atmosphere to unwind, read or work. Extremely friendly staff with great customer service. One of my favorite coffee shops.

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Oren O'ferly

a month ago

My top favorite coffee shop in the area. Love the fun flavors they come up with for lattes each season, they feature baked goods from black box bakery that are pretty good. The special pastries that are available on weekends only are fantastic. All the baristas here are very friendly and personable too! Only issue is parking can be a bit finicky to find, so expect to park a little far and walk.

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Brandon Glass

a month ago

Best coffee on Tennyson! Great flavor and mixes. Last trip we had the iced coffee and came back for 2nds. The snacks and pastries were delicious also. The vibe is pleasant, bright and yet with a calmer side to relax. Enjoy the walkable area that mob gives us access to right from their front door. What a treat on such a busy street.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is MOB Coffee worth it in Berkeley?

Baristas recognize regulars and genuinely care about the experience, making it an ideal spot to linger over excellent coffee in a thoughtfully decorated space with natural light. Known for: seasonal lattes and black box pastries.

What should I order at MOB Coffee?

Popular choices at MOB Coffee include lavender mocha, iced coffee, kombucha, seasonal lattes.

What do visitors love about MOB Coffee?

Seasonal latte flavors that rotate regularly and are creative Pastries from Black Box Bakery, especially the weekend-only specials Staff remembers regulars and provides helpful, personalized recommendations Bright, naturally-lit space with plenty of seating and a patio area Accessible location on walkable Tennyson Street with nearby shops and restaurants

Is there anything to know before visiting MOB Coffee?

Parking can be difficult to find, so plan to walk a bit

How expensive is MOB Coffee?

MOB Coffee is inexpensive — a budget-friendly pick, with a 4.8-star rating from 194 Google reviews.

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