# Quiet cafes in Oakland > A cafe where you can hear yourself think, rather than one that forces you to shout over the espresso machine. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/california/oakland/best-cafe-quiet ## Places (6) ### 1. Charlie May Coffee & Tea House Cozy cafe with indoor and outdoor seating offers a warm, inviting atmosphere filled with plants and greenery. Quiet and relaxed, it suits gatherings, studying, and casual meetups. Easy parking and a thoughtful layout add to the welcoming vibe. - Address: 11200 Golf Links Rd #G, Oakland, CA 94605, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Charlie-May-Coffee-Tea-House ### 2. Burlap Coffee Spacious cafe with rustic wood grain tones and retro decor creates a hip and sophisticated atmosphere. Quiet and cozy environment suits work and relaxation, with plenty of seating and device plug-ins. Local vibe feels personal and welcoming, enhanced by unique coffee mugs and varied wall art. - Address: 505 40th St, Oakland, CA 94609, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BurlapCoffee ### 3. Dek Doi Cafe Bright, spacious cafe with large windows and a gorgeous outdoor patio creates a homey, comfy atmosphere. Quiet and lowkey vibe suits reading, working, or casual conversations with fast Wi-Fi and plenty of seating. Occasional live jazz performances add to the peaceful ambience. - Address: 4125 Piedmont Ave, Oakland, CA 94611, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/DekDoiCafe ### 4. Tea On Piedmont Bright space with Scandinavian decor and natural lighting creates a calm, inviting atmosphere. Comfortable seating with Wi-Fi and power outlets supports work or relaxation. The vibe stays peaceful, making it suitable for quiet chats or solo time. - Address: 4098 Piedmont Ave, Oakland, CA 94611, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TeaOnPiedmont ### 5. Merritt Station Cafe Spacious cafe with cozy, calm atmosphere and friendly, family-run vibe. Offers varied seating and plenty of outlets for work or socializing. Known for fresh sushi and a mix of quality coffee and pastries. - Address: 614 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MerrittStationCafe ### 6. Blue Bottle Coffee Minimalist space with modern industrial design creates a quiet, clean atmosphere that feels almost solitary. Tables suit working but lack power outlets, encouraging brief visits. Organic products and high-quality pastries complement a calm, unassuming environment with a street view. - Address: 485 9th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BlueBottleCoffee30 ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.