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Golden Outside

About Golden Outside

Golden Outside is a welcoming coffee and tea destination in Oakland, CA, offering a warm, stylish place to pause, recharge, and enjoy something thoughtfully prepared.

Known for its great coffee and excellent tea selection, it brings together the everyday comfort people look for in a neighborhood coffee shop with the kind of quality that keeps customers coming back.

Whether you are stopping in for a quick bite, settling in for a relaxed solo visit, or meeting a friend for dessert and conversation, Golden Outside creates an experience that feels both easygoing and memorable.

With flexible service options including on-site service, takeaway, dine-in, and delivery, Golden Outside makes it simple to enjoy your favorite drinks and treats in the way that works best for your day.

The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and trendy, making it a comfortable spot for everything from a quiet morning coffee to a spontaneous afternoon break. Table service adds an extra layer of convenience, while the availability of reservations helps make planning ahead simple and stress-free.

Accessibility is also a priority, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance that helps ensure more guests can visit with ease and confidence.

Customers clearly appreciate the experience here, reflected in an outstanding 4.90 out of 5 rating from 49 reviews. That level of satisfaction speaks to the care behind every cup, every dessert, and every interaction. Accepting credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, Golden Outside offers the modern convenience today’s customers expect.

Located at 543 Athol Ave in Oakland, it stands out as a dependable, inviting coffee shop where quality, comfort, and convenience come together to create a place people genuinely want to return to.

★★★★★ 4.90 rating (49 reviews)
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More Than Just Coffee

Every cup we serve is a small moment of joy, carefully crafted by passionate baristas who care about your experience.

  • Free WiFi
  • Cozy Seating
  • Pet Friendly
  • Local Roasters

Reviews

From our beloved regulars

Trina Reynolds-Tyler

Trina Reynolds-Tyler

9 months ago

This place has some amazing coffee and the barista is quite kind. When I took a sip of my espresso shot, I squealed. 10/10.

Alissa “Alissa B” BenPorat

Alissa “Alissa B” BenPorat

year ago

I adore my local coffee shop. Not just cuz it’s hyper local but because the cappuccino is truly always just right—matcha latte, hojicha latte are real good too. Their miniature pastry selection is good. It’s sweet to be surrounded by all the gorgeous potted plants for sale. Owner, Shelly, is the kindest, friendliest barista I’ve ever met.

Andra Cojocaru

Andra Cojocaru

year ago

I love this cafe! I've been coming here for months now and stopping by during my morning dog walk always brightens my day. Sherry and Dayton are wonderful owners and create such a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The coffee is great, as well as the pastries. I haven't bought any plants yet but they all look very happy and healthy. Looking forward to my next visit!

Jasmine Yang

Jasmine Yang

2 years ago

I’m so happy this place is open! I dropped in today on my way home and picked up a chai latte. It was just what I was craving! The owner is very welcoming and friendly! The shop has an abundance of beautiful and healthy plants that are also for sale. I know where I’ll be purchasing my next plant from. :) Definitely recommend checking this place out.

Maya Fegan

Maya Fegan

year ago

A neighborhood gem! Such a cute local spot with really excellent espresso drinks (and some fun match and hojicha drinks that I didn’t get to try). The white chocolate cardamom syrup in my latte was very creative and delicious. I went on a rainy day but on sunny days it has lovely sidewalk seating where you can sunbathe on a quiet street.

Megan Do

Megan Do

5 months ago

I love this cute and charming little coffee shop! Reasonably priced and delicious drinks with great service from Sherry, Alex, and the rest of the staff. They serve Cat & Cloud coffee and pastries from The Midwife and the Baker and Good Luck Bakery. Stop by next time you’re in the neighborhood!

Sparky Rhode

Sparky Rhode

2 years ago

I've been to Golden Outside every day this week. I've had their latte, chai latte, and matcha latte, all delicious. The owner is very nice, quite knowledgeable, and even makes good foam art. Highly recommended.

Sonia Garcia

Sonia Garcia

11 months ago

cute small cafe. no seating available so it’s more grab and go. i got their seasonal strawberry hojicha and it was very good! haven’t seen too many creative drinks with hojicha so im happy they’re doing it. would definitely come back.

Brisa

Brisa

month ago

We are so grateful that golden outside is in the neighborhood. We’ve been going there several times a week for over a year now. We always have the most pleasant experiences! the owner and all the employees there are so kind and generous. This is definitely my family’s favorite café in Oakland. Atmosphere is great and there’s really beautiful plants for sale that you can check out and even purchase while you’re waiting for your drinks.

Kim Peirano

Kim Peirano

month ago

I frequently visit Golden Outside since I work nearby and I adore this little cafe! Sheri(Sherry?) is amazing and very knowledgable about all of the plants she keeps and sells in the shop, and the coffee is delicious. They alternate bakeries which is really fun, since every day there might be something totally different. The teas are also excellent, amazing chai. I love the care and attention they put into everything, if you're in need of a pick me up and a plant in the Cleveland Heights neighborhood in Oakland I highly recommend stopping by!

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Golden Outside

Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Service options

  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Quick bite

Dining options

  • Dessert
  • Table service

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Come Say Hi

We'd love to see you! Stop by for your favorite drink or to try something new.

Location

543 Athol Ave, Oakland, CA 94606, United States

Hours

Open Now · Sunday 8 AM-1 PM
Friday 8 AM-1 PM
Saturday 8 AM-1 PM
Sunday 8 AM-1 PM
Monday 8 AM-1 PM
Tuesday 8 AM-1 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 8 AM-1 PM
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