Equator Coffees

I go to a bunch of Equators, but this one is my fave. The staff here are outstanding, for having to work in a modified shipping container. Constantly cheery, they just crank out the outstanding coffee, every morning. You can't do better if you are looking for coffee in Oakland.

Ok so. This location is outdoors only. Went here one day wanting to cozy up and get away from the rain with a cup of joe in my hand. Turns out, my first time here I had no idea this is the worst place to do that. On a nice day the outdoor seating is a VIBE, but unfortunately, if the weather is terrible, I don’t enjoy waiting outside for my coffee while the wind chills my bones. So I give the atmosphere a 3/5 because in the Bay Area the weather can be a bit chilly without notice. Also. I really hope they hear me when I say they need more options than just a 10oz and a 16oz. I am a 12oz girlie till I die!! And I hate that the 10oz is too little liquid for me and the 16oz is too much and tastes watered down. Fun fact, it’s the same albur of espresso shots in both sizes, the 16oz just has more milk, unless you pay extra for another shot. So to me the 16oz is a watered down lightweight latte unless I want to spend $10 on my latte and add more shots etc. The milk here is organic though!!! They use Strauss Organic which is a HUGE plus. I’m always looking for places with organic coffee and organic milk and I really appreciate that about Equator.

Great spot. Great coffee. That lavender 🪻 latte is quite delicious and they do serve the famous Boichik Bagels 🥯 here which was a nice treat. Outdoor seating only and can be limited. Regardless, the coffee and the people who work there will brighten your day.

This review is specifically for this location only. There is no consistency in the way they make my favorite drink, which is the lavender oat milk latte. I am never disappointed at the locations in Sausalito, Marina, and downtown San Francisco. I even wish they opened in Berkeley. There’s homeless people feeding cats here in this location and there’s dog poop everywhere. The baristas are constantly talking, so the line to get my coffee is more than 15 to 20 minutes and when I get my coffee, it’s a hit and miss. Emphasis on inconsistency, poor time management, and the environment is lacking upkeep and cleanliness. The wash station barely has them walking through to wash their hands after touching money or picking up some thing that dropped on the floor. So buyer beware, this location disappointed..

I really wanted to like this place, but after multiple visits, I just can't recommend it. I order an iced oat cappuccino – 2 oz of espresso, 6 oz of oat milk, and iced (aka short iced oat latte). Unfortunately, they don't add ice and lightly steam the drink, which ruins the taste. It ends up lukewarm and undrinkable. As a barista with 10 years of experience, I know it’s not a difficult drink to execute, and shops like Red Bay and Mother Tongue consistently get it right. I tried giving this place another chance, but the drink came out wrong again. The staff often act like I'm being difficult for asking for what should be a fairly basic order. I hope they can improve, but for now, I won't be returning.

Solid place for pastries and coffees! The staff is really friendly. Only downside is there is often a wait. Sometimes its only 5 mins and sometimes it’s 10+ minutes, but I rarely (if ever) have just walked up and ordered a drink and got it made right away. It clearly shows they make great coffee but I also wish they had a way to increase production. I never thought of 11:30 AM as peak hours but I guess it is here. I also wish they offered punch cards, I come A LOT! Update re: wait time. Its often 15 minutes these days which I dont understand because they have so many people back there. :/

This is a really nice spot for some fun food and coffee or tea. It's outside but covered so I can enjoy the sun without getting burned. You can dine in or take out. I has bacon quiche and a butterfly pea tea with sparkling lemonade. Seems busy but not crowded, fun guests! I felt very welcomed here. Will definitely be back to try more stuff.

Gorgeous spot and a great iced americano. There are heat lamps so you can enjoy sitting outdoors (among their succulents) without getting cold.