Hudson Bay Cafe

Coffee shop
Gluten-free options
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Brunch
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This cozy cafe features a beautiful, spacious interior with plenty of seating and a large mural adding character. Its relaxed atmosphere filled with good music and natural light creates a welcoming space ideal for those seeking gluten-free and vegan-friendly options with attentive, kind service.

Good to know

1

They offer gluten-free options for breakfast and lunch.

2

No restroom available for customers.

3

Affordable breakfast entrees under $10.

5401 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618, USA
2.4km

People are saying

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We got the smoothie + green dragon sandwich on sourdough bread. It was very yummy and fresh. We also got the caprese panini with chicken on a gluten-free bagel and it was amazing - highly recommend!! the coffee was mid. i got an iced vanilla latte with soy milk, i think it would be better if you just got hot coffee here. the cashier was super nice and sweet!!!
J
Walking in, you are greeted with a uniquely-shaped, open space that is at the same time comfortable and classy. I made my way to this cafe from an hour away, wanting to stop by a craft store nearby after having lunch. Not used to the cool air on my Floridian nose, I could not help but sniffle embarrassingly. Despite my incessant sniffling, the barista was unbothered and even offered me a tissue after my apologies. I decided to write this review before even receiving my food. This is because, upon sipping the iced almond milk latte I ordered, I stopped mid-walk to my seat to relish the flavor... Of the espresso rising to the top. This caramel colored rocket-fuel truly deserved a moment of appreciation. Check my reviews: never have I left a review of this caliber before. That's for a reason. This is probably the greatest espresso I have ever tried. I don't even need to dilute the flavor or power through an unpleasant bitterness. Every aspect of the flavor profile is perfectly balanced. I would order straight espresso here to sip carefully. That's how wonderful this is. The person who made this deserves a golden award for their skill. I could not recommend this cafe enough. - Beautiful, spacious area with plenty of seating - Wonderfully satisfying and delicious options even for the vegan, gluten free - The greatest ESPRESSO I have ever had (and that's certainly saying something) - Perfect music for working, chatting, reading, relaxing, whatever you need - Pleasant and kind workers - and much more that I'm sure I'm missing. Tl;dr: 10/10 would recommend. Best espresso ever. Vegan gluten free menu of deliciousness. Great atmosphere and kind workers! Edit: Review follow-up. Oh, my. The vegan, gluten free egg and cheese bagel is absolutely perfect. I added their vegan cream cheese. Just do yourself a favor and eat here.

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