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Yosi Cafe

Ethiopian · Oakland

4.9 · 135 reviews Google
www.yosiscafe.com

What Customers Say About Yosi Cafe

Yosi Cafe is a local gem known for its delicious food, superb coffee, and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Customers rave about the friendly staff, Ethiopian/Eritrean dishes, and the inviting ambiance, making it a great spot for work or relaxation.

Popular Dishes

cappuccino avocado toast strawberry lavender matcha Tej (Honey wine) eggs Benedict ful meal

Best For

Business Solo Dining Casual Brunch Locals

Tip: Try the Tej (Honey wine) for a unique experience. Be aware that food preparation can sometimes take longer than expected.

Features

📶 WiFi 🅿️ Parking 🚗 Delivery Accessible 🌅 Breakfast 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner 🥗 Vegetarian 🌱 Vegan Coffee
🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy Trendy 👨‍👩‍👧 Family

What to see nearby

Idora Park
A 647m

Idora Park

parque de atracciones

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North Oakland Recreation Center
A 728m

North Oakland Recreation Center

parque

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Explore the area around Yosi Cafe

Yosi Cafe is located in Oakland, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Parks & Gardens

  • Idora Park (A 647m) — defunct amusement park
  • North Oakland Recreation Center (A 728m) — park in Alameda County, California, United States of America

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Frequently asked questions about Yosi Cafe

Yosi Cafe is located at 4929 Shattuck Ave., Oakland, CA 94609, Oakland.
Near Yosi Cafe you can find points of interest such as Idora Park, North Oakland Recreation Center.
Yosi Cafe offers ethiopian cuisine.
Yosi Cafe has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Yosi Cafe offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway, delivery.
The most recommended dishes at Yosi Cafe based on customer reviews are: cappuccino, avocado toast, strawberry lavender matcha, Tej (Honey wine), eggs Benedict.
Yosi Cafe is ideal for business dining, solo dining, casual dining, brunch, locals.
Yosi Cafe is a local gem known for its delicious food, superb coffee, and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Customers rave about the friendly staff, Ethiopian/Eritrean dishes, and the inviting ambiance, making it a great spot for work or relaxation.
Try the Tej (Honey wine) for a unique experience. Be aware that food preparation can sometimes take longer than expected.
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Yosi Cafe Oakland Reviews

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Reviews (40)
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Kari Miller

I love this place. It’s within walking distance of my house and Temescal, but has a quiet neighborhood feel to it. The decorations are adorable and purposeful; you can tell the place is cared for and clean. The staff are always welcoming and interactive and the prices are very reasonable. …but most of all, the food is amazing. Whether it’s their moist chocolate cake, giant breakfast sandwich or warm drink (espresso and Matcha 😋), I am always satisfied and appreciate the quality ingredients! Bonus, their water is infused and also yummy!

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Gordon Smith

This Ethiopian restaurant is a great addition to the local dining scene. Had breakfast there with my family and we all loved it. Very friendly staff and very attentive owner committed to making you feel at home, with authentic cuisine cooked from scratch.

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Lydia

The staff at Yosi’s are very friendly and accommodating, making the whole lunch experience feel welcoming. They also offer Eritrean - and East African - style dishes, with traditional breakfast and dinner staples on the menu. We ordered ful, which can feed one to two people (suggested as a single-person portion) and ended the meal with tea, a perfect way to sit, chat, and wind down afterwards. Also highly recommend the strawberry lavender matcha!

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Kam De Leon-Fong

I went here with my spouse for our first wedding anniversary date. My goodness, the decor is so warm and inviting and thoughtful. The staff were just as welcoming and friendly. I noticed that they had a lot of repeat customers, and it felt like you were at your auntie’s place hanging out until late. We got there around 3:30 and started with hot mocha and strawberry lavender matcha lattes. It was yummy and unsweetened, but they had sugar nearby in case you wanted it sweeter. We then tried the beef tibs with the injera for dinner, which starts at 4 pm! Perfectly seasoned and hot with a side of salad. It reminds me of a Filipino menudo or beef stew, and I was so happy to be able to eat with my hands again! We ended the night with a yummy brownie that they heated up for us. Btw, you order and eat first at the table, then pay at the counter before you head out. Highly recommend, and going on my favorite cafe list. We will be returning and enjoying more food and sharing photos!

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Jose Martinez Mejia

Great atmosphere, extremely friendly, and delicious food. Shout out to the strawberry lavender matcha latte, very tasty. Just the right portions, didn’t leave hungry but didn’t over eat. Vegetarian friendly with substitutes. Some of the most refreshing water I’ve had.

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Minerva Van Straatum

This new Ethiopian/ Eritrean spot is absolutely adorable! The owner Azeb is so sweet and kind, I will be back! The food was delicious and hit the spot. I highly recommend! They also have coffee and baked goods like croissants, scones, cakes, etc! What more can you want/ need?

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Minas T. Weldetinsae

Always a great pleasure visiting Yosi’s Café. The cakes are delicious, the coffee is excellent, and the service is genuinely warm and beautiful. Every visit feels welcoming and enjoyable!

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Mimosa Nguyen

:) First time here and I love it!!! Love the cute cafe decorations and the staffs are chill and friendly.I ordered the avocado toast and it was delicous. Just the right amount of flavor and etc and thinly sliced tomatoes were good.Every bite i can taste the goodness of the avocado toast!!!Now i have a spot to go to whenever i'm craving Avocado toast

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Hewan T

Food is absolutely amazing, I cannot explain how amazing every bite tasted. 10/10 from the food, to cappuccino, the customer service, and overall restaurant ambience!

K
Karl Shadley

We love the new Yosi’s. Great morning coffee! and Eritrean food for lunch and dinner. Also good pastries, eggs Benedict and avocado toast for breakfast!

R
Roxas Tumaneng

Support local business, bipolar business, women owned business. They're showing up and out. Delicious vibes all around.

D
Dulla Chefo

This place serves one of the best cappuccinos in the city. If you’re looking to refresh yourself and enjoy quality time with friends and family, this is the perfect spot. Highly recommended — thank you!

Kari Miller
Kari Miller

I love this place. It’s within walking distance of my house and Temescal, but has a quiet neighborhood feel to it. The decorations are adorable and purposeful; you can tell the place is cared for and clean. The staff are always welcoming and interactive and the prices are very reasonable. …but most of all, the food is amazing. Whether it’s their moist chocolate cake, giant breakfast sandwich or warm drink (espresso and Matcha 😋), I am always satisfied and appreciate the quality ingredients! Bonus, their water is infused and also yummy!

Kam De Leon-Fong
Kam De Leon-Fong

I went here with my spouse for our first wedding anniversary date. My goodness, the decor is so warm and inviting and thoughtful. The staff were just as welcoming and friendly. I noticed that they had a lot of repeat customers, and it felt like you were at your auntie’s place hanging out until late. We got there around 3:30 and started with hot mocha and strawberry lavender matcha lattes. It was yummy and unsweetened, but they had sugar nearby in case you wanted it sweeter. We then tried the beef tibs with the injera for dinner, which starts at 4 pm! Perfectly seasoned and hot with a side of salad. It reminds me of a Filipino menudo or beef stew, and I was so happy to be able to eat with my hands again! We ended the night with a yummy brownie that they heated up for us. Btw, you order and eat first at the table, then pay at the counter before you head out. Highly recommend, and going on my favorite cafe list. We will be returning and enjoying more food and sharing photos!

Jose Martinez Mejia
Jose Martinez Mejia

Great atmosphere, extremely friendly, and delicious food. Shout out to the strawberry lavender matcha latte, very tasty. Just the right portions, didn’t leave hungry but didn’t over eat. Vegetarian friendly with substitutes. Some of the most refreshing water I’ve had.

Minas T. Weldetinsae
Minas T. Weldetinsae

Always a great pleasure visiting Yosi’s Café. The cakes are delicious, the coffee is excellent, and the service is genuinely warm and beautiful. Every visit feels welcoming and enjoyable!

Mimosa Nguyen
Mimosa Nguyen

:) First time here and I love it!!! Love the cute cafe decorations and the staffs are chill and friendly.I ordered the avocado toast and it was delicous. Just the right amount of flavor and etc and thinly sliced tomatoes were good.Every bite i can taste the goodness of the avocado toast!!!Now i have a spot to go to whenever i'm craving Avocado toast

Minerva Van Straatum
Minerva Van Straatum

This new Ethiopian/ Eritrean spot is absolutely adorable! The owner Azeb is so sweet and kind, I will be back! The food was delicious and hit the spot. I highly recommend! They also have coffee and baked goods like croissants, scones, cakes, etc! What more can you want/ need?

Hewan T
Hewan T

Food is absolutely amazing, I cannot explain how amazing every bite tasted. 10/10 from the food, to cappuccino, the customer service, and overall restaurant ambience!

Karl Shadley
Karl Shadley

We love the new Yosi’s. Great morning coffee! and Eritrean food for lunch and dinner. Also good pastries, eggs Benedict and avocado toast for breakfast!

Dulla Chefo
Dulla Chefo

This place serves one of the best cappuccinos in the city. If you’re looking to refresh yourself and enjoy quality time with friends and family, this is the perfect spot. Highly recommended — thank you!

Roxas Tumaneng
Roxas Tumaneng

Support local business, bipolar business, women owned business. They're showing up and out. Delicious vibes all around.

Linda Park
Linda Park

We got brunch food, and everything was delicious 😋

Ray Durham
Ray Durham

Beautiful cafe with beautiful people and it’s local and family owned. Everything made in house. Have been here multiple times and always find it an enjoyable and lovely work space when I’m able to work from home.

Ashley Bennett
Ashley Bennett

This is a true gem. The food is delicious and the coffee is superb. I’m working remotely and have visited and worked in this coffee shop the entire week i’ve been in Oakland. Everyone who works here is so kind, warm, and welcoming. If you’re in the area, I cannot recommend this spot enough. I know I’ll keep coming back eveytime i’m in the area.

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Waverly

A lovely and warm place. I had a hot chai latte with oat milk and my friend had a hot honey & lavender latte. The Chai was delicious! Well spiced and not overly sweet. My friend's latte was on the sweeter side, next time she'll ask for half the sweetness. Our drinks were served in beautiful mugs.

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stephaney wilson

The food was delicious and the ambience and atmosphere was as so warm and inviting. The ful meal was very fulfilling and healthy I could taste the love and care to the meal through and through and the strawberry lavender matcha was also really really good and the women and lady at the front counter treat you like family as through you are a welcomed guest into their home. Overall I really loved eating here and I looking to visiting this gem again and again

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zoey theslayer

Stopped by after dinner for dessert and was so impressed! Delicious tiramisu, some of the best I’ve tried so far in Oakland, and wonderful service. Super affordable as well! Will definitely be back.

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No Matter what Just do it

Nice and quiet place, I had latte almond i like it. Most important is the water tastes like lemon, fresh And i like it! Food I will try next time! But it seems nice. Specially for those people work or study by computer.

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Olga

I’m Eastern European, but I love Ethiopian food, it taste delicious, comfort. Delicious deserts home made right in the caffe. Great people and atmosphere! Coming back and bringing my friends and family!

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Brauni.

We had some hot drinks and honey wine! The Tej (Honey wine) is a definite recommendation! The service was very nice and we felt really welcome. Will definitely come back again!

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Michael Boyd

Pancakes, eggs and bacon, all cooked perfectly. Attentive service, no waiting and a nice clean atmosphere. Tasteful, upbeat music.

Brauni.
Brauni.

We had some hot drinks and honey wine! The Tej (Honey wine) is a definite recommendation! The service was very nice and we felt really welcome. Will definitely come back again!

Olga
Olga

I’m Eastern European, but I love Ethiopian food, it taste delicious, comfort. Delicious deserts home made right in the caffe. Great people and atmosphere! Coming back and bringing my friends and family!

stephaney wilson
stephaney wilson

The food was delicious and the ambience and atmosphere was as so warm and inviting. The ful meal was very fulfilling and healthy I could taste the love and care to the meal through and through and the strawberry lavender matcha was also really really good and the women and lady at the front counter treat you like family as through you are a welcomed guest into their home. Overall I really loved eating here and I looking to visiting this gem again and again

No Matter what Just do it
No Matter what Just do it

Nice and quiet place, I had latte almond i like it. Most important is the water tastes like lemon, fresh And i like it! Food I will try next time! But it seems nice. Specially for those people work or study by computer.

Ari
Ari

Great coffee shop for getting work done. Nice people, very good coffee, and they even give carafes of fancy (with citrus, cucumber) chilled water at your table. A gem, honestly. Haven't tried the Ethiopian food yet, but I'm sure I'll be back.

Piccolos Daughter
Piccolos Daughter

Food was fine, matcha was great.

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So Sweet

This place looks so cute and I really want to like this place but the food took over 20 minutes with no other customers and the country fry was undercooked. So disappointed. The sandwich just ok but not worth the wait. The mocha has no coffee taste just milk and chocolate syrup. I didn’t finish the drink and went to Peet’s afterwards.

So Sweet
So Sweet

This place looks so cute and I really want to like this place but the food took over 20 minutes with no other customers and the country fry was undercooked. So disappointed. The sandwich just ok but not worth the wait. The mocha has no coffee taste just milk and chocolate syrup. I didn’t finish the drink and went to Peet’s afterwards.

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4929 Shattuck Ave., Oakland, CA 94609

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Highly Rated
4.9/5 stars
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135 reviews
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ethiopian
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Services

🥞 Breakfast
🥐 Brunch
🍽️ Lunch
🍾 Dinner
Coffee
🍰 Desserts
🥗 Vegetarian Options
🌱 Vegan Options
🥡 Takeout
🚚 Delivery
🍴 Dine-in

Dining Options

🍽️ Dine In
🥡 Takeout
🚚 Delivery

Restaurant Info

Status
Verified by owner
🕐 Hours Today
8AM-10PM
Rating
4.9/5
💬 Reviews
135
⏱️ Typical Visit
People typically spend 45 min to 3 hr here
📞 Phone
+1 510-907-3114
🌐 Website
www.yosiscafe.com

Amenities

📶 Free WiFi
🅿️ Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
🚻 Restroom
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Idora Park

defunct amusement park

A 647m
North Oakland Recreation Center

park in Alameda County, California, United States of America

A 728m
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