Alleyway Cafe
Temescal · Oakland
EspressoPour overCold brewSpecialty CoffeeEspresso FocusFilter FocusSit DownFood PastryAll Day
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Alleyway opened in 2025 in the former CRO Cafe space inside the beloved Temescal Alley micro-retail corridor, bringing precision espresso and pour-over to one of Oakland's most charming pedestrian passages. The menu is focused and Italian-influenced -- standouts include a caffe shakerato made by vigorously shaking espresso with ice, plus clean drip and seasonal filter options. The alley setting is inherently intimate and walkable, making this a perfect Temescal morning stop before exploring the surrounding boutiques.
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