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modern coffee

4.7 ★★★★★ 183 Google reviews · Coffee roastery · Cafe · Coffee shop

Roasts in-house Espresso great espressofresh pastriesfriendly baristas

Contemporary coffee shop offering regionally roasted beans, baked goods & brewing equipment.

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381 19th St
Oakland, CA 94612

+1 510-858-7601

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Hours

Monday 8 am–2:30 pm
Tuesday 8 am–2:30 pm
Wednesday 8 am–2:30 pm
Thursday 8 am–2:30 pm
Friday 8 am–2:30 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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What's in the cup

What modern coffee is pouring and bagging — straight from customers' own reviews, not our guesswork.

Espresso 2 mentions

“I got a Kashmiri Chai with a shot of espresso, and it was fantastic.”

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What regulars say again and again

The things that keep coming up across 183 Google reviews — with a reviewer's own words as proof.

great espresso 2 mentions

“Probably the best Americano I've had so far.”

🥐 fresh pastries 3 mentions

“Their pastry and bagel selection is awesome too.”

😊 friendly baristas 4 mentions

“The staff are super friendly, the service is fast, and the coffees are good.”

What customers say

The Kashmiri chai is astonishing! I'm in love. Green tea with cardamon and a delicious spice blend. Sweet, creamy, and transporting.

★★★★★ — Marena, 2017-02

Came in for caffeine, stayed for the vibes! The staff are all super kind and helpful, and have opinions to share if you’re stumped on what to get! I got a Kashmiri Chai with a shot of espresso, and it was fantastic. The shop has some seating, but there’s a cute gallery area to sit in just behind the shop as well.

★★★★★ — Brinda, 2026-05

Hands down one of the best coffees I’ve had! Real artistry in coffee. I liked that they had some unique and creative drinks. For example I ordered the Masala Chai Latte with a shot of expresso. My fried. Ordered the blackstrap molasses latte. Both tasted fabulous!! Also the design and furniture looked really cool.

★★★★★ — Eli, 2018-12

Got a very tasty Cortado. The inside is very nice but there is a very cool indoor courtyard attached to the coffeeshop that is very nice to pull your laptop out in to work. Lots of natural light.

★★★★★ — Melvin, 2018-09

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