The Caffè

The Caffè An Italian-inspired coffee shop in the heart of Downtown Oakland • by the Mr. Espresso family

⚽ Introducing the Mont Blanc, a Melbourne-inspired coffee created in collaboration with oaklandroot to celebrate the arr...
06/11/2026

⚽ Introducing the Mont Blanc, a Melbourne-inspired coffee created in collaboration with oaklandroot to celebrate the arrival of the Australian Men’s National Team (the Socceroos) to Oakland for the 2026 World Cup.

Made with iced cold brew, orange-infused whipped cream, orange zest, and nutmeg, it’s bold, creamy, bright, and unlike anything else on our menu right now.

We’re proud to be one of several East Bay businesses participating in this community-wide celebration of soccer, culture, and community. The campaign brings together local restaurants, organizations, and storytellers to welcome Team Australia to Oakland and share a little of what makes our community special.

To top it off, 15% of all Mont Blanc sales will support Oakland Roots and Oakland Soul, helping invest in the clubs and community they serve.

Available now through July 18.

📍 The Caffè by Mr. Espresso
 1120 Broadway, Downtown Oakland

We hope to see you!

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You asked, we listened! Tomorrow, Saturday June 6th, we’re bringing back not one... but three special drinks to close ou...
06/06/2026

You asked, we listened! Tomorrow, Saturday June 6th, we’re bringing back not one... but three special drinks to close out our 3rd Anniversary Celebration. 🎉 

💜 Purple Reign: of , author of and baker of this week’s confetti cake brings us a drink made with a double shot of espresso shaken with coconut water and crowned with a velvety layer of house-made ube cold foam and toasted coconut.

🍫 Dubai Chocolate Einspänner ’s brings his twist to a classic Einspänner. This drink blends together espresso and sauce and is topped with light pistachio cream, finely chopped pistachios and toasted kadayif.

🇻🇳 Cà Phê Sữa Matcha: Inspired by traditional Vietnamese cà phê sữa đá, ’s iced coffee features sweetened condensed milk and bold espresso, topped with a fragrant matcha foam from . The result is a creamy, earthy, and beautifully balanced drink that mellows the caffeine kick with an aromatic finish.

Thank you to our community for making The Caffè’s third anniversary one to remember. We’ve enjoyed seeing familiar and new faces come through our doors this week!

*Don’t see the drink you requested for this weekend? Don’t fret! We’re bringing back many ice cold favorites for you to cool down this summer. 

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The Caffè by Mr. Espresso just turned 3 and we’re celebrating with a giveaway! 🎉To say grazie, we’re offering our commun...
06/03/2026

The Caffè by Mr. Espresso just turned 3 and we’re celebrating with a giveaway! 🎉

To say grazie, we’re offering our community a chance to win three prize bundles. Enter now through June 6.

Prize 1️⃣: $50 Caffè gift card, a signed copy of ’ Italian Cookies cookbook, a bag of our Neapolitan espresso, Caffè apron, and Caffè t-shirt

Prize 2️⃣: $25 Caffè gift card, Neapolitan espresso, Caffè trucker hat, and Caffè t-shirt

Prize 3️⃣: $10 Caffè gift card, Neapolitan espresso, Caffè trucker hat, and tote

To enter:
- Like this post
- Follow and
- Tag a friend you’d bring to The Caffè in the comments — each tag is an entry!

*Share this to your stories for a bonus entry and don’t forget to tag us (your account must be public so we can see!). 👀

Giveaway closes June 6 at 11:59pm PDT. Winners drawn randomly and notified next week via Stories and DM.

Good luck to everyone and Buon Anniversario to The Caffè! 🎂

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☕ Two espressos. One side-by-side tasting. Only $4!For this week’s anniversary week, don’t forget to try our special com...
06/03/2026

☕ Two espressos. One side-by-side tasting. Only $4!

For this week’s anniversary week, don’t forget to try our special comparative espresso tasting featuring two very different blends from !

Up first is our signature Neapolitan Espresso, the OG blend that makes up almost every shot we pull here at The Caffè. It’s deep and complex with notes of chocolate, hazelnut, and caramel. 

Alongside it is our new Espresso Futurista, our limited-time, robusta-forward blend. It’s bold and full-bodied with an exceptionally creamy texture and notes of Brazil nut, nutmeg, and pear brandy. 

Now’s your chance to taste them side by side and experience how different roasts and blends can completely transform an espresso. 

Whether you’re an espresso enthusiast or want an extra bit of energy in your day, this is a fun way to explore your tastes. Stop by, say hello, and let us know what your favorite is!

*Both the Neapolitan Espresso and Espresso Futurista are available through the link in our bio.

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Order a drink. You might leave with more than coffee. 🎁As part of our 3-Year Anniversary Celebration, we’re giving away ...
06/01/2026

Order a drink. You might leave with more than coffee. 🎁

As part of our 3-Year Anniversary Celebration, we’re giving away prizes every day from today through this Saturday, June 6.

Each day, we’ve randomly stickered three cups at The Caffè. Look for a gold “Winner” sticker on your cup and bring it to the counter to claim your prize! Easy as that.

We’ve got 30 prizes to give away throughout the week, including Caffè hats, t-shirts, bar towels, Bodum mugs, French presses, and more.

This is our way of saying thank you to everyone who has spent time with us over the last three years. Whether you’ve been coming in since day one or just discovered us recently, we’re grateful you’re here.

Good luck, and we’ll see you at the bar. ☕

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Don’t forget! When you swing by The Caffè for our 3-Year Anniversary celebration, every Chef Collab drink gets you a sta...
05/30/2026

Don’t forget! When you swing by The Caffè for our 3-Year Anniversary celebration, every Chef Collab drink gets you a stamp on your Giro di Caffè passport. 

Ask for a passport at the counter and start collecting! Each stamp is a new chance to win our Grand Prize:
✨ A private tour of the Mr. Espresso roastery in Oakland for two
☕ A guided cupping with the Mr. Espresso team
🪡 A Caffè t-shirt and a Mr. Espresso canvas tote bag
🇮🇹 A trio of Mr. Espresso’s signature espresso beans to take home
👌 A set of porcelain Bodum 10oz mugs

Try something new each day, and celebrate with us all week long! The more stamps you earn, the closer you are to winning the full experience. Best of luck and swipe to see tomorrow’s happenings!

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Alongside next week’s Anniversary drink lineup, we’re proud to present a curated pastry lineup from some of our favorite...
05/28/2026

Alongside next week’s Anniversary drink lineup, we’re proud to present a curated pastry lineup from some of our favorite Bay Area bakeries! Join us June 1-6  for pop-ups, prizes, and special treats every day:

🇮🇹 Monday & Tuesday: Poesia Cafe
Chef Giovanni Liguoro of returns to The Caffè with his classic Roman maritozzi, soft brioche buns filled with airy whipped cream.

🧈Wednesday:
Fresh and flakey Carolina-style buttermilk biscuits, served with a side of cinnamon butter. Perfect to pair with the Chef Collab of the day: Banana Royale.

🥥 Thursday & Friday: Tarts de Feybesse
Come in for another exclusive from : Kaya Brioche Buns, made with buttery French brioche layered with kaya, a Southeast Asian coconut-egg jam.

🍨 Saturday, 12-3pm: Gelati by Patrizia Pasqualetti 
Don’t miss this South Bay gelato chef’s handmade, authentic gelato. This is a rare opportunity to taste some of the Bay Area’s best gelato in the East Bay! Savor an affogato made with one of three classic gelato flavors, take a pint of gelato home, or sample an exclusive gelati flight with six delicious flavors! Preorders for pints and flights encouraged.

🍰 Every day: Whisk Cake Creations
Chef Henry of in Alameda is bringing us slices of his colorful confetti cake, available all week. Vanilla cake layered with vanilla confetti Swiss meringue buttercream. Is there a more celebratory cake? We don’t think so.

Bonus: Meet Henry, try his Purple Reign Chef Collab drink, and pick up a signed copy of from 12-1pm on Tuesday, 6/2!

Quantities are limited and available first-come, first-served. Come early and come with your sweet tooth!

Thank you to everyone who’s made the past three years ones to remember. We can’t wait to celebrate with you next week!

🎉 Mark your calendars! From June 1–6, we’re celebrating ’s 3rd anniversary with a weeklong lineup of exclusive, all-new ...
05/27/2026

🎉 Mark your calendars! From June 1–6, we’re celebrating ’s 3rd anniversary with a weeklong lineup of exclusive, all-new Chef Collab drinks, plus one favorite chosen by you to return on June 6. And, yes, we’re pouring $1 espresso shots all week long.

Each day features a unique beverage made in collaboration with our talented local chef friends.

🌿 SúperNova | Mon, 6/1
Created by Pastry Chef Charles Lozano of , this drink features a double shot of espresso shaken with housemade piloncillo syrup spiced with canela, cloves, and star anise, topped with cold foam and toasted spice mix. (You might have tried it on Cinco de Mayo!)

💜 Purple Reign | Tues, 6/2 
of ,author of and baker of this week’s confetti cake brings us a drink made with a double shot of espresso shaken with coconut water and crowned with a velvety layer of house-made ube cold foam and toasted coconut.

🍌Banana Royale | Wed, 6/3
Created by of , this twist on a Southern-style banana pudding combines rich espresso and milk with a thick housemade banana cream layer and a Nilla Wafer garnish. Sip through the cream—no spoon needed.

🍚 Rice is Life | Thurs, 6/4
Just for us, of created a Filipino alok-inspired drink featuring espresso shaken with rice milk, topped with toasted rice flour foam and finished with chocolate rice krispies.

🍋‍🟩Dulce de Meski | Fri, 6/5
Our longtime chef collaborator of .sf and brings his take on a shaken espresso, inspired by a popular East African donut served at Meski: Creamy white chocolate meets tangy guava chamoy cold foam and fresh lime zest.

Bonus: Join Chef Nelson from 12pm to 1pm for a book signing of his newly released cookbook, Caribbean Cocktails

🎂The Choice is Yours | Sat, 6/6 
Now it’s your turn. Have a favorite Chef Collab you’ve been wanting us to taste again? Let us know in the comments by the end of Tuesday, 6/2, and we may bring it back on the final day of anniversary week.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

A quick sneak peek of what’s to come for next week’s 3rd Anniversary Celebration. 👀🎉Stay tuned for our full menu, coming...
05/25/2026

A quick sneak peek of what’s to come for next week’s 3rd Anniversary Celebration. 👀🎉

Stay tuned for our full menu, coming out very soon!

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