I tried out many different coffee places and coffee shops around Berkeley, but I can claim that Yali's is my favorite pre-work stop. All my coffees before and sometimes even on coffee breaks, are bought there. There is never a crowd, although the service and the coffee are both great and there is always a cozy place to sit. It’s somehow a surprise, but i like it the way it is because I don’t have to wait for long or wait at all before I get my morning caffeine fix. All employees are friendly and pleasant and the place is pretty quiet so you can always see people with laptops and books, reading, working or studying. They serve espresso, pastries and bagels - so you have everything you need for a perfect morning or a perfect coffee break. They even have boiled eggs and fruits! My favorite thing is ICE COFFEE they serve - it is simply amazing.
The most convenient spot for coffee breaks! Chai latte wasn't overly sweet like most places, and their strawberry banana smoothie is almost a shake, really.
Affordable coffee, friendly staff, and nice atmosphere! I always order a cappuccino and they do it perfectly every time :)
Friendly classic Berkeley cafe :), on the west side of campus
I frequent this coffee shop often and it's quite busy, bustling with students and locals alike. They have a good selection of breakfast and lunch items. The coffee is good, especially my favorite - Mocha Caramel. They often run out of menu items, meaning they're not good at stocking or pre-ordering. Their baked goods are quite yummy. Wi-fi is sometimes spotty, but nice and friendly staff.
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