Earthly Coffee and Tea

Address: 5506 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, United States
Phone: +1 510-788-7998
Services: Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeaway, Dine-in,
Highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection,
Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Solo dining, Good for working on laptop,
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet,
Offerings: Coffee, Comfort food, Healthy options, Quick bite, Vegetarian options,
Dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dessert, Seating,
Amenities: Toilets,
Atmosphere: Casual, Cosy, Trendy,
Planning:
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards,
Children: Good for kids,
Pets: Dogs allowed,

Worktime:
DayTime
Monday7 AM–2 PM
Tuesday7 AM–2 PM
Wednesday7 AM–2 PM
Thursday7 AM–2 PM
Friday7 AM–2 PM
Saturday8:30 AM–1:30 PM
SundayClosed

Category: Coffee shop, Takeout restaurant, Sandwich shop, Tea house
Rating: 4.5



Name: L** M***
Date: 2024-05-31 05:33:18
Rating: 5
Comment: One of those neighborhood gems that often goes overlooked. Seemingly straighforward coffee and sandwiches but made with love and attention to detail. Fresh produce and good bread with coffee that is strong and delicious. Perfect for a quick breakfast or lunch.

Name: S***** K*******
Date: 2024-03-10 16:34:29
Rating: 5
Comment: The sweetest and best neighborhood coffee shop in town!!Been going here for the past 10 years. Nice strong coffees, spicy chais done right, hearty & tasty sandwiches perfect for road trips, and my son’s favorite banana bread here.Tristan, thanks for always keeping everyone caffeinated, well fed, and connecting our neighborhood!!

Name: R**** E******
Date: 2023-11-22 19:59:48
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this place! Beautiful artwork and atmosphere but in a small neighborhood community way. Lots of interesting people of all types get together and have ongoing discussions about everything. It reminds me very much of how cafes were in the 90s. The spicy chicken salad sandwich and the grilled paninnis are my favorite and the espresso drinks are excellent. Please keep this place a secret though! I dont want it to get crowded!
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Name: E*** D*******
Date: 2023-10-29 04:25:12
Rating: 5
Comment: My favorite cafe for GREAT coffee. Strong and made well. My dad literally comes every day for an espresso. Really good food too! The owner, Tristen, is a cool human who runs the show. Stop by and try Earthly Coffee for drinks and or food! Good fresh sandwiches.....
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Name: Y***** H********
Date: 2023-10-28 17:48:43
Rating: 1
Comment: I’m never the type to write reviews, but if I could give this place a 0 star I would. I walked in with my boyfriend for a quick breakfast, I had a question about the breakfast sandwiches and my boyfriend asked the question. The guy working there seemed very racist because he looked at us annoyed face and answered very rudely and didn’t even answer our question so we just walked out. If you’re a person of color 0/10 do not recommend.

Name: K**** S******
Date: 2023-10-04 18:55:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Visiting from out of town, I was extremely happy to find this place was just around the corner from where I was staying. A TREMENDOUS breakfast burrito, great sandwiches, and marvelous coffee. The fellow who helped, and cooked for me, was very nice and helped round out the terrific experience!

Name: B****** S****
Date: 2023-08-22 19:35:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Incredibly friendly owner, doing all the jobs and wearing all the hats. Local and pleasant, easy to park on nearby streets, and nice seating inside

Name: D****** D***
Date: 2023-08-08 23:40:16
Rating: 2
Comment: I went here two separate times because I was in town and it was close-by. It was some of the worst food Ive ever eaten. The guy was nice but touched the food with his bare hands when making it. I definitely wont be coming back 🤢

Name: W*** R*****
Date: 2023-07-29 18:32:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious

Name: W***** M******
Date: 2023-07-15 17:08:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good service and delicious

Name: B******* C******
Date: 2023-07-06 06:54:59
Rating: 5
Comment: We LOVED the breakfast here. Housemade juices also a must try! Great place to stop in the mornings for sure.

Name: Y**** A*******
Date: 2023-06-07 08:08:41
Rating: 5
Comment: Favorite neighborhood coffee shop. Great coffee and good vegan options! The owner is very friendly and this place just feels like home.

Name: A* P****
Date: 2023-05-03 17:20:12
Rating: 4
Comment: Very friendly counter person, came in to meet someone, had a bagel w/cream cheese toasted & soda, it was nice, parking is difficult at times

Name: J*****
Date: 2023-04-08 04:17:15
Rating: 5
Comment: This has become my to go coffee shop. Whenever Im doing a delivery at the auto shop next door I stop by Earthly for an iced coffee and hot pastrami sandwich. Honestly the best hot pastrami in Oakland in my opinion. Such a cozy vibe when you stop in too

Name: M***** M********
Date: 2023-01-03 00:16:53
Rating: 4
Comment: Good place to grab some breakfast. I burnt my tongue on some tea 🤣 that was my fault tho. Would definitely stop here again

Name: S*** F*****
Date: 2022-06-26 04:36:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Awesome coffeeshop! We snag drinks and food then walk over to neighboring Dover Park.

Name: M***** O*****
Date: 2022-05-16 17:35:27
Rating: 1
Comment: Food was good but guy was rude I didn’t feel welcomed, asked for avocado and he was all like I don’t feel like it needs avocado? Sir I’m paying YOU ? Not asking u what u think I want or not .

Name: A**** s******
Date: 2022-04-09 17:44:42
Rating: 5
Comment: The perfect neighborhood cafe. Unassuming, but with quality, Earthly will without fail fulfill your cafe needs.

Name: B********** R*****
Date: 2022-02-10 07:10:02
Rating: 4
Comment: Stopped by for coffee and tea this past weekend with my partner. The cafe was clean and the service was quick. My partner liked her coffee and my iced tea was pleasant. Earthly Coffe is worth a stop if youre in the area.

Name: D*********
Date: 2022-01-30 00:17:50
Rating: 5
Comment: A friendly neighborhood spot: the coffee is fabulous, the chicken sausage sandwiches substantive, and the juices super-tasty.**Remember to wear your mask 😷 **
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Name: L*** L**
Date: 2021-12-24 05:27:25
Rating: 3
Comment: Visited on July 2019 and not coming back here. Not really all that welcoming and too noisy because of the BART train blaring nearbyI got interrupted on the phone and this is No outside food allowed ....how unwelcoming.

Name: C***** L**
Date: 2021-12-05 17:10:42
Rating: 5
Comment: I go here all the time since I work nearby. good coffee and yummy pastries! I especially like the bagel with artichoke garlic spread.

Name: S***** D***
Date: 2021-11-07 13:48:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Great sandwich, quick and friendly service.

Name: M******* K****
Date: 2021-10-26 19:55:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this place! The drinks and sandwiches are always perfection. Their homemade chai and horchata lattes are the best I’ve had in the East bay!

Name: J*** P*****
Date: 2021-10-02 18:02:10
Rating: 2
Comment: When I travel, I prefer to stay away from corporate coffee places like Starbuck and Peets. Having come to this grimy little place, I believe I would have been better off if I had. Also, no WIFI.

Name: G**** C***
Date: 2021-09-27 16:46:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Awesome local coffee shop vibes. Super friendly staff, good coffee, tasty food.

Name: R**** A**
Date: 2021-07-28 20:08:03
Rating: 4
Comment: Very quaint shop. I was walking back to work (Childrens Hospital Oakland) and decided to get some chilled Iced coffee. I saw they had some foods and I opted for the veggie bean burger. I also got a blueberry ginger lemonade made in house.They use ACME bread, but its press toasted and it was GOOD!!!!The chai iced coffee was good, not overwhelmingly sweet.The juice was really good too!Prices are fair.Veggie burger - $9Chai - $5Juice - $4Good customer service and was fast to get things done.

Name: J**** N*****
Date: 2021-07-08 20:38:27
Rating: 4
Comment: Sandwiches to go are great.

Name: D***** M*****
Date: 2021-04-30 23:15:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this Coffee spot. Takes me back to the good ole days

Name: M** C********
Date: 2021-04-01 17:44:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Great local cafe, and the quality of the food and drinks is consistently high. For those not looking for a coffee fix, I highly recommend the chai or herbal iced tea, both house-made concoctions that are unique and delicious! Cant wait for COVID to be over so we can actually hang out here as it seems like a very chill and cozy spot.

Name: k****** v** p*****
Date: 2021-03-26 02:31:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Friendly neighborhood resource with good, quick, customized meals/snacks and good, strong café. Unique menu items for breakfast, lunch, and anytime theyre open when youre hungry, and nearby. Glad theyre surviving! Support se necesite well deserved. #sabrosa #calidad #valelapena

Name: R*****
Date: 2021-02-04 21:53:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Good service and quality food

Name: M****** D**********
Date: 2021-01-13 16:24:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Friendly, affordable local spot!

Name: M** F*******
Date: 2020-12-27 23:35:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Good food. Small town familisr service. Easy to phone to order and pick up during COVID.

Name: H****
Date: 2020-11-29 02:11:17
Rating: 1
Comment: Bad coffee, sad looking pastries

Name: M**** G******
Date: 2020-10-17 17:58:43
Rating: 5
Comment: I love Earthly Coffee and go here all the time.Powerful coffee, good pastries, amazing breakfast burrito.

Name: m**********
Date: 2020-10-16 05:42:43
Rating: 5
Comment: Fast. Friendly. Hard working. Bagels. Lattes. Whats to dislike? Five stars. Good job. Anthony Bourdain would approve.

Name: A* S* (******
Date: 2020-02-29 02:12:06
Rating: 4
Comment: Quiet and cozy! I had a wonderful blueberry ginger lemonade that was juiced there.

Name: P************
Date: 2020-01-23 04:46:26
Rating: 4
Comment: I like this place, they serve excellent coffee and the atmosphere is extremely pleasant.
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Name: W***** R**
Date: 2020-01-04 21:50:21
Rating: 5
Comment: By far the best breakfast burrito Ive ever had! Fresh spinach, amazing bacon jam, and a variety of hot sauces. I literally drive over from San Francisco just for this burrito, and the excellent people that make the magic happen. This coffee shop feels like home to me.

Name: D*** B********
Date: 2019-12-19 03:16:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Best breakfast burrito and strong coffee in Oakland and Berkeley.

Name: F******* R******** P****
Date: 2019-10-12 20:19:15
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this place! Discovered it while my folks were visiting town, and took em here. Super friendly staff, good bagels, and strong delicious coffee. My parents were happy with it. The guy even knows my order! And of course, having BART swing by right outside gives this coffee spot a classic Oakland feel

Name: I**** C*****
Date: 2019-10-09 14:46:39
Rating: 3
Comment: They are cool people... food and service is nice tried it once already and will return

Name: R******* M****
Date: 2019-09-21 19:47:21
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good and friendly place to eat.

Name: D**** M******
Date: 2019-08-20 16:58:48
Rating: 5
Comment: Their breakfast burrito is our FAVORITE

Name: S******* W*****
Date: 2019-08-04 19:12:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Just had the spicy tuna salad sandwich and it was terrific. Beautiful homemade rye bread, and the sriracha packs so much flavor. Visiting from Seattle and really enjoyed the warm and friendly service and terrific food. Thank you!

Name: D***** F****
Date: 2019-04-05 22:10:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Very small and homie and just exactly what my wife and I look for. Individually owned and operated, personalized service, great food!

Name: M*** S********
Date: 2019-03-28 12:21:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Nice vibe. Great customer service with eye contact and a smile. Even asked if Id like an extra shot that had already been pulled.

Name: M*** C*********
Date: 2019-02-07 19:55:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Best breakfast burrito Ive ever had! Great guys, interesting music. Looking forward to coming back next time Im in Oakland

Name: B** O************
Date: 2019-01-25 17:08:01
Rating: 5
Comment: Good neighbourhood coffee shop with simple eats (bagel sandwiches, &c). Diverse customer base. Good seating & ample work space. Music tends toward 80s New Wave & pop, but sometimes ventures into other genres.

Name: J** P****
Date: 2019-01-15 03:06:32
Rating: 5
Comment: Honest and admirable customer service! Thank you!

Name: N******** R****
Date: 2019-01-03 20:44:05
Rating: 5
Comment: They are the best coffee house in the East Bay. I live in East Oakland and its worth the drive.

Name: R***** M****
Date: 2018-12-09 06:04:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Lovingly known as Strong Coffee Good Food at our house due to the sign out front, this place is as advertised.Good value on their menu and a welcoming atmosphere makes this place a true local joint that is one of the neighborhoods best.

Name: A******** R****
Date: 2018-11-07 02:40:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Few things are as honest as the sign outside that reads Strong Coffee, Good Food.

Name: T*****
Date: 2018-10-11 01:39:40
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is great. Everyone is friendly. Sandwiches are good. Love the breakfast sandwich on a bagel, spicy tuna melt, and the pastrami.

Name: D**** J******
Date: 2018-10-05 15:25:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Good food and coffee at reasonable prices from friendly people. Hard to get much better than that! Great spot to stop to fuel up before or after bike rides.Also they make their own juice mixes which are absolutely delicious.

Name: N****** A******
Date: 2018-10-01 16:49:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Quick service. Great iced chai latte and breakfast sandwich.

Name: C****** P*******
Date: 2018-09-21 20:12:36
Rating: 5
Comment: Their espresso is bomb, the staff is super friendly and the atmosphere is very chill.

Name: D**** H*****
Date: 2018-08-04 18:36:02
Rating: 5
Comment: This place has great coffee at a reasonable prices. Definitely recommend it.

Name: R***
Date: 2018-04-27 17:57:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Great place for a quick sandwich, or salad. lunch or breakfast. Nice staff, real friendly. Very homey coffee shop.

Name: A*** B****** (**** B*
Date: 2018-04-23 22:52:12
Rating: 5
Comment: Been wanting to stop and check this place out for years and finally did so! Their fare matches their tagline: strong coffee and good food. Had the roast beef with aged cheddar on a baguette with horse radish and red onion. Man did it have bite! So I bit it back. Looking forward to my next visit.

Name: J**** D* M******
Date: 2018-04-07 01:21:00
Rating: 5
Comment: My favorite place to grab a chai and avocado toast in the morning! They have gluten free options and they make their own chai. Friendly staff, too! Would recommend.

Name: R**** K*****
Date: 2018-04-02 02:26:25
Rating: 5
Comment: The best little coffee house in town. Homey and comfortable environment. The proprietor and the folks who work there are friendly and treat people like beloved neighbors. Their coffee is good and hearty. Their sandwiches are as nature intended: Delicious. Ive never had a bad experience there, and Ive been going there several times a week for two years. Definitely a local favorite.

Name: D** B**********
Date: 2018-03-20 13:55:00
Rating: 5
Comment: What can I say? If you live in the neighborhood (n. Oakland, Santa Fe, Bushrod - you Temescalians stay away!) and if you havent been here, and if you love coffee, and if you love freedom and breakfast burritos, meet your new favorite coffeeshop! The owner is cool too... We should be friends, now that I think about it...

Name: C***** M*****
Date: 2018-03-09 17:56:33
Rating: 4
Comment: Wonderful service and coffee.

Name: A****** H*****
Date: 2018-03-04 23:17:52
Rating: 3
Comment: Good coffee good service

Name: J***** I****
Date: 2018-02-04 21:20:17
Rating: 4
Comment: Good food and great coffee.

Name: M****** B****
Date: 2018-01-22 01:44:41
Rating: 5
Comment: Good coffee and Roast beef!!!

Name: E*** S*******
Date: 2017-11-07 05:03:04
Rating: 5
Comment: This place was exactly what I wanted on my way into work in the morning they made me a super yummy mocha, not too sweet but nice and Rich with a great coffee and chocolate taste. And it took all of about 4 minutes from start to finish. I highly recommend them!

Name: D***** F******
Date: 2017-10-05 20:04:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this little mom and pop coffee and breakfast place. The bfast burritos are huge and the coffee is good

Name: J*** K****
Date: 2017-09-08 17:21:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Perfect coffee shop. Quiet, comfortable, your choice of plushy/hard inside/outside furniture, good coffee, good food, nice people.

Name: K*** M******
Date: 2017-07-23 18:19:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Strong Coffee, Good Food. For real.

Name: T**** Y***
Date: 2017-05-30 17:16:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Coffee here is good and strong. Staff is very friendly and outgoing. And best of all, parking on the street is free! Yes, this is Oakland.

Name: A****** S*********
Date: 2017-05-28 03:35:59
Rating: 5
Comment: Come for the food, stay for the banter and the food.

Name: C****** R*****
Date: 2017-04-11 14:12:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Neighborhood coffee shop with really good food and delicious coffee!

Name: R*** D*
Date: 2017-03-06 17:34:51
Rating: 5
Comment: Strong coffee, good food.

Name: A***** S******
Date: 2017-02-01 19:30:55
Rating: 5
Comment: Sweetheart staff, good prices, rockin tunes

Name: V***** P****
Date: 2017-01-25 05:16:59
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this coffee shop. From the coffee to the breakfast burritos with their housemade bacon jam, you cant go wrong here.

Name: R***** B* L*
Date: 2016-12-16 18:02:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Great neighborhood coffee shop with awesome owners and staff. Good bread on all the sandwiches. If you get the roast beef make sure to add spinach and tomato

Name: C***** M****
Date: 2016-11-04 19:58:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Awesome coffee, tea and sandwich shop with friends owners and staff. Im allergic to wheat and they took care of me with a gluten free bagel. They also have nice seating outside the front which gets nice mid afternoon sunlight.

Name: B***** M******
Date: 2016-06-01 17:53:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Very friendly. Great sandwiches.

Name: W******** G****
Date: 2016-05-15 04:41:37
Rating: 4
Comment: Muffin and cold beverages were good.

Name: I** B*****
Date: 2016-05-12 17:43:20
Rating: 4
Comment: Down to earth staff, good food and the coffee isnt bad either.

Name: B**** S*******
Date: 2016-02-21 16:27:11
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is great. Go get some

Name: N***** L****
Date: 2016-01-24 17:21:21
Rating: 3
Comment: Just OK for the food

Name: R***** F********
Date: 2015-11-07 18:06:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Nice people, and the breakfast burritos are great!

Name: R*** S*******
Date: 2015-09-10 04:06:30
Rating: 4
Comment: It reminded of my neighborhood in Brooklyn... before the hipsters moved in and made it into an embarrassment.

Name: S***** R******
Date: 2015-08-09 00:22:23
Rating: 2
Comment: This place good food . But no good customers service. And the floor always dairy

Name: K****** S*****
Date: 2015-06-11 19:13:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Friendly service, good food, free WiFi.And they seem to get the little things right too, e.g. full size cups for free water.

Name: J*** S*******
Date: 2014-12-19 22:00:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Tristan & co are all super friendly, great people. Give them your support and custom. Im so glad I have a spot like this in my neighborhood.

Name: L**** K******
Date: 2014-01-12 19:07:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Great local spot.

Name: J*** S
Date: 2013-09-15 17:58:18
Rating: 4
Comment: Friendly service. Iced coffee and chocolate croissant were excellent. Will be back!