Mellana Cafe

I found this gem on my way to Vallejo and I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! This has an Oakland vibe, the smoothie was all organic, the açai bowl was fresh, and I could tell they probably source their ingredients locally. I loved the music as well! Finally, the shop itself had a cozy vibe. Love this place and will be back!

Great smoothie bowls—fresh fruit and not too sugary. Good coffee. Very friendly service and it’s a cute spot.

This a cute cafe! I had a strawberry and banana smoothie so good I forgot to take a picture. Definitely come check it out.

Picked up a coffee. Love the neighborhood vibe, the friendly staff, and the menu. The coffee was really good! Definitely going to add to my rotation.

Unfortunately this place is tied for worst açaí bowl I’ve ever had. The bowl was pre made in the freezer. I also got it with peanut butter, which was also in the pre made / frozen container. As a result, when I went to eat it with their flimsy plastic spoon, the spoon just broke in half. I needed to wait probably 30 minutes until it was thawed.

Fresh, delicious smoothies. You can see the fruit n veg they use and it all looks so fresh and crisp. I’m not an espresso connoisseur but the espresso tastes amazing. The Sumatran cold brew is STRONG and delicious - bang for your buck!

Great Yemeni oat latte — perfectly spiced and not too sweet. Also loved our green juice and avocado toast. Friendly service

What an awesome juice bar, super friendly people and the avocado toast was delicious. I definitely recommend trying them out you won’t be disappointed.

Yemeni cafe with a more relaxed and fruit-forward vibe. I was feeling a little low in energy and looking for either a fresh juice or smoothie to bolster my immune system. So glad Mellana Cafe was recommended via Yelp, because holy moly they definitely know how to make fresh, healthy, and colorful fruit smoothies and juices. All of the choices looks so refreshing and yummy, but I knew I wanted some ginger and some vitamin C in mine, so went with the Jamaican Ginger Paradise. It was so delicious, and the smoothie was the perfect amount of thickness and melt ratio. It had a very vibrant beautiful citrus color. The two ladies working the front were so friendly and efficient. A+ for service. I also like how cute their cafe was, but not a place where I would study. The chairs are more for short chats with your buddies, they also have some few outdoor spots for the doggos. I'm definitely coming back, maybe next time to try their Adeni chai or their other Yemeni hot drinks.

Love this place!!! The owner and her staff are really friendly and provide great service. The coffee and drinks are always great. I wish it was closer to my house.

Giving them five stars, even though they messed up my order technically. I ordered an iced rose latte ( which ceased delivered as a regular hot latte ) , an iced Yemeni latte and a hot Karan chai. All three drinks were excellent. Heavily spiced and caffeinated! What prompted me to write this review is that I am currently in Southern California at another Yemeni coffee shop unfortunately this recent place is no match for mellana! So glad I got to try it while I was in the bay

This a cute cafe! I had a strawberry and banana smoothie so good I forgot to take a picture. Definitely come check it out.

My favorite neighborhood cafe! I come here roughly weekly and get a fresh juice or a bowl. Everything is made to order so be patient. The exception to this is the base of the bowls which I think they pre-make because it is a bit more frozen than I prefer, but stir it up a little and it will thaw fast. The juices are my favorite, especially the Sunnyside Up. The coffees are also delicious and not too sweet. There is some seating inside and some outside. It is also very clean and the staff is welcoming.

Came for the first time on a beautiful Saturday morning and it was super easy to find. Conveniently located off of MLK you should stay and enjoy your choice of açaí bowl, smoothie, or coffee outside on the mini tables and chairs while soaking up the sun. Staff is super pleasant and welcoming. The fruit and veggies are all super fresh, many if not all of them in their raw form so you're only getting the freshest of nutrients when ordering from this little establishment. It wasn't too busy at all, but it's probably because of the location. I got the Jamaican paradise smoothie with the collagen booster. Really good, highly recommend. Next time I'm getting the spirulina smoothie with protein!

My first time trying Mellana was through work, when one of my managers Doordashed a couple of acai bowls to our office during a site visit with a grant sponsor. I had a regular acai bowls with some cocoa nibs and it was so delicious -- the fruits were refreshing, the flavor rich, and it was the perfect amount of sweet. The second time I had Mellana was with my boyfriend, who I told about the acai bowls! We took a drive over to Oakland and found ourselves parked up in a neighborhood right by the freeway entrance. Fortunately, despite the busy streets, we found a spot right outside the cafe. The cafe is cozy, and honestly better for a grab and go situation. My boyfriend ordered the classic acai bowl and I decided to try the passion fruit bowl and a Yemeni latte. The passion fruit bowl had a lighter kick compared to the classic but was just as delicious! The Yemeni latte was fantastic iced and was a good strong flavor despite it being a latte. Staff were nice and friendly and they worked fast! After trying Mellana I would have to admit these are the best acai bowls I've had in the East Bay.

Whenever I'm craving a Green Goddess smoothie, my go-to spot is Mellana Cafe on MLK. Mellana Cafe is definitely your grab-and-go type of cafe. Inside, there are only two tables you can sit at and one standing table in between. Since the blender is running all the time and the space is small, it gets pretty loud inside. I wouldn't expect to be able to get any work done there, unless you have some really good noise-cancelling headphones on you. There's limited street parking in front of the store, so you'll likely need to park down the block or in the residential area nearby. For $9, juice pricing is on par with other health bars. There are a few food options here, like acai bowls and various topped toasts, but in terms of pastries, they're pretty limited on this front. The only pastries I saw were muffins, that looked like they were from Costco.

Dont know how this place has such good reviews.... Ordered acai, we asked if we would be up charged for swapping out toppings and the lady said no. Swapped toppings and was up charged lol. After we ordered, lady pulled out frozen pre made bowls out the freezer and slapped fruit on. The acai was rock hard and wayyyyyyy too sweet. Nasty granola also. Wish I could get a refund lol

I ordered orange juice, was sweet fresh and squeeze on the spot. Great atmosphere. Definitely will stop by again when im in the area.

Food: the spirulina acai bowl tastes really sweet like candy so if you like sweet, the bowl will be really good! As for drinks I usually get the Yemeni latte (hot) which always hits if you like cinnamon / spices. Ambiance cute, bright interior with vibrant decor. Minimal seating inside and outside Service: workers are always kind :) don't expect quick service if you're in a rush though, normally there is only 1-2 people working at a time but it's worth the wait!

1st time going and definitely will be going back. The almond toast was super filling and good. Nice vibe, welcomed greeting with a smile. Always a plus. The pineapple ginger shot was a nice pop this morning. Not a cheap shot, thick, fresh and full amount. The green goodness drink was good too. So many juices to try, so looks like I gotta go back to try the others

I got the green goodness smoothie & the Yemeni latte. Green goodness was 9/10, a good way to get my veggies in for the day! Tbh the yemeni latte could have been better.. I was expecting more spices in it but it was really just like a regular latte with a lot of milk. I still enjoyed it tho! Service was okay but they were quick! A good little stop before hopping on the Bay Bridge. It was bustling when I went and it had nice ambiance with music playing in the background.

Açaí was completely frozen, not freshly made. Granola was stale. And for $15 to only get a handful of fruits, not worth it.

The portion size is abysmal. Almost no acai and covered the remainder of the container with crappy store bought extremely dry granola. Note picture. If they're gonna charge almost $15, they better be making their own granola. The acai has the texture of a bad smoothie...seems like they just blend up a frozen acai pack and stale granola from costco and throw it together. Came out to $14 and i tipped 2, horrible mistake. I hate giving small businesses 1 star ratings. Inside the cafe several large flies flew around. A 7 year old child asked to use the bathroom when they clearly have one and they refused.

Cute spot with super yummy, filling, nutritious food. Smoothie had me set from breakfast to dinner. Quick service.

Overall average to disappointing, cutting corners on ingredients, service, and preparation. Tried 4 items, smoothie and coffee were decent, but açaí bowl and avocado toast were not quality. Broken bathroom.

This is such a cute little spot! Great coffees and teas and delicious avocado toast. Quick and friendly service. So glad it's walking distance to my place.

Best smoothie in Oakland!! Super fresh fruit and other produce. Great deal for the money. Fantastic neighborhood spot in walking distance of a lovely neighborhood. Vegan options.

every sip i took of the yemeni latte i had to stop and say "holy shit this is so good." i will absolutely be back review from my partner about the rocky almond protein smoothy: it was really good, really refreshing

First timer! 1. It was so clean and organized, had a great vibe when you walk in! The customer service was amazing, felt so genuine. 2. Avocado toast. The avocado toast was hands down the best I've ever had. It had fresh avocados, pepper flakes, micro greens, tomatoes, and some type of light oil. I usually do not like tomatoes, but it meshed well and it was so FRESH it was delicious. The bread they used, DELICIOUS. Literally the best bread I've ever had, soft not crunchy, thick, and fresh. 3. Açai Bowl. The Açai Bowl was yummy and fresh! The fruits were fresh & diced beautifully, granola nice and crunchy, açaí was thick and didn't melt fast. It was a well proportioned bowl as well. 10/10

I can't stay away from this place! It's so good! Delicious smoothies and acai bowls. Very fresh. Nice and sunny cafe space on the corner. It's very easy to get here right off the freeway. Great spot with friendly staff. I recommend it to everyone I know.

This place (& the ladies working it) are fully top notch. Came in on a whim, living not too far from here & having read great reviews, tried the avocado toast & Yemeni latte - both were delicious! The avocado toast had some super fresh micro greens & a hint of red pepper flakes, which I'm usually not a fan of, but they set the toast off for sure. It was the bread for me though! So thick, without being too heavy or overpowering, and there are two pieces, so you have the option of an avo sando or taking the top piece off for a more tradish avo toast. This bread is amazing, so I recommend eating both pieces (*Kanye shrug*). Very happy tummy right now, IJS. The Yemeni latte was PERFECT! Not that I'd know, because this was my first YL ever, but the blend of cinnamon, cardamom & honey was absolute taste-perfection in my book. The women working were so welcoming & warm, and there are tons of healthy goodies on the menu - I'll definitely be back!!

So good and healthy.. great neighborhood café!!! Recommended try everything on the menu and you won't be disappointed

Coffee is outrageously good here. Also, customer service is fantastic. It's also very clean and cute. LOVE this spot.

Had the cardamom oat latte and can't wait to have it again. Was super tasty and perfect temp. Oat milk was NOT burned which is wonderful. I'm grateful I don't live super close to this spot cause that could be costly. . Person who took my order was kind. When the other worker noticed we were having some difficulty hearing each other they turned down the music. Might seem inconsequential but I notice nuanced kindness and thoughtfulness these days because it's often in short supply. Looking forward to stopping by again.

The best açaí bowl I've ever had! The service was great. I love that plant ambiance they have going as well. I'll definitely be back.

I was in the area in need of a coffee pick me up and found this spot. It's small but there is a lot of light that comes in and they staged it nicely with plants so it feels lush. I enjoyed an ice latte there.

The selection of healthy options is amazing and so tasty. I am ready to try everything on the menu.

Can't wait to go back here! I got a hot Yemeni latte, a super kale juice (perfect mix of sweet fruit and celery/greens), and delicious tropical smoothie. I ordered ahead on GrubHub out of necessity (on a time crunch and couldn't wait around - next time I will support the cafe more directly) and it was perfect - the guy at the counter waited till I got there to make the latte so it was fresh and hot, everything else was ready to go. I'm still craving that latte, it was so good!

Mellana Cafe is really good! I was craving an açaí bowl for breakfast after my morning Pilates class and decided to try Mellana Cafe. They have a variety of açaí bowls and unique drinks to try. I really liked the açaí bowl I ordered, it wasn't too sweet and was topped with plenty of berries. They also gave plenty of granola and coconut shaving on the bowl. Couldn't ask for a better way to start my morning! Definitely would recommend anyone to try Mellana Cafe. I'm planning on coming back soon to try their drinks.

Great find! But since it is a block beyond the freeway. I've missed it. Delicious coffee, excellent service.

Love the vibes of this café ! Right when you walk in you see a wall of fresh fruit & will hear some good throw back r&b! It had us singing & not wanting to leave! The women who helped us was so fabulous! I didn't catch her name but she has a lip piercing and told us she's originally from San Jose. She was so friendly, you can tell that cafe and the people there radiate good energy. I got the iced Yemeni latte ($5.50 & $1 for oatmilk bc I'm lactose) it was smooth and delicious! 5/5 the vibe and people there are great I'll definitely be back!

POC owned cafe serving up legit Yemeni Lattes (with cardamom, cinnamon & honey & Yemeni beans)... YES PLEASE!! The vibes are super chill & the service is friendly. Small tables outside to enjoy a sunny day!

Wonderful spot, just discovered. Slamming Avo toast, delicious smoothies. Fun upbeat jazz music, sweet service. New favorite.

Love this little local corner cafe with coffee, tea, matcha, acai bowls, freshly squeezed juices. smoothies, and baked goods. You can truly find something for anyone. I ordered Matcha Green Tea with oatmilk and honey. Let's be clear- this is the real and pure stuff so it may taste bitter. This isn't the Starbucks: matcha with sugar and other fillers. I appreciate that it isn't manipulated for flavor and good ratings. The drink was good- no clumps for me and mixed well. I would recommend for anyone who loves true Matcha! This business is also following COVID protocols: masks, social distancing, max occupancy, etc. I'm excited to go back to try their juices and smoothies!

Awesome local mom and pop shop that sells Acai bowls and great coffee! Friendly staff. $5 for the tasty Yemeni latte!

The Mellana Cafe is a delightful spot. The cafe is super cute but small. I recommend the honey oatmilk latte and avocado toast. I also got their tropical mango smoothie which is super amazing. The staff is friendly and quick giving me a great experience. This place would be lovely to catch up with friends!

I've been here many times. They have great smoothies, acai bowls, ginger shots, and coffee. Healthy, fresh, and I rlly LOVE supporting this local business

Not the fanciest place but very welcoming. Ladies were very kind and topped off my Yemeni latte which was delicious.

The food was DELICIOUS!! My husband and I got 2 green goodness smoothies, avocado toast, and a pink dragon fruit Açaí bowl. The atmosphere was so fun, there was music playing and the service was great! Highly recommend!

Great coffee and fresh smoothies. Nice and bright ambience and friendly staff. The coffee tastes stronger in a very good and pleasant way which makes for a special Yemeni experience.

They are very nice, great food. I normally get an açaí bowl and Yemeni latte. It is a little bit out of the way for me and not cheap. I have felt it is worth it. Today though, it was a little off putting. The woman making my açaí bowl opened the container with her mouth. I said "um" hoping she would realize. Music was loud and she didn't seem to hear me. I figured I could sanitize it when I get in the car. However, she also opened the protective seal on the almond butter jar with her teeth too. I like the place, want to visit again, yet concerned about basic food safety.

I was craving a matcha latte and didn't want one from Starbucks so I decided to come check this place out! It's a cute little local shop and they made your drinks with fresh ingredients because the had all their fruits/veggies laid out in the open for everyone to see. I ordered the matcha latte with oat milk and was pretty disappointed by the taste. There were still matcha powder chunks in the drink that didn't dissolve and it did not have a very strong matcha taste at all. Overall, would not recommend getting the matcha latte but next time i'll definitely try their fruit/veggie smoothies.

Small and cute. Only have had espresso drinks but they have been perfect. I'm really falling in love with the Yemeni coffee houses we now have in Oakland.Will come back soon to try smoothies

Love the fresh juices and chai! Mellana Cafe is such a great addition to the neighborhood and offers specialty drinks like Yemeni coffee, honey oat lattes and adeni chai. Great service to match!

A small little to-go type of cafe. Would love to come back and try the different açaí bowls, but was really craving an avocado toast this day. The bread was on the thicker side and soft, overall the perfect snack size. The iced Yemeni latte was yummy, not overly milky but not a super strong coffee taste either. Would come again if I'm around in the neighborhood. There was only 1 person working at the time I went, so keep that in mind to be okay with being patient when there's multiple customers!

Hit or miss. I ordered the Nutella toast, Yemeni latte and a smoothie. The smoothie was disgusting, the consistency of pulpy juice and the person preparing it forgot the agave nectar so it was flavorless. The toast was stiff, and bananas slimy. The latte was watery. I'd recommend Firebrand or States coffee nearby.

Brazilian açaí bowl is like a nourishing IV. You feel your body ingesting the doses of healthy fruit, granola, and tasty purple paste stuff. The delivery guy was bringing in fresh fruits. Berries. Papayas. On and on. This brightens the already bright clean atmosphere of the cafe. Surrounded by clean white minimalist chairs and tables the morning sun brings a sense of calm As you watch your ingredients being processed through the industrial sized blender all seems Copacetic within you..The cafe ...MLK itself Owner know Mandarin and Yemenis. Diverse People Diverse Juice Drinks All united for a healthy community and a moment Of serendipity