Sweet Bar Bakery

First of all… great service from the young Lady who helped us. Right next to our hotel, the Kissel, was perfect. I’d recommend 👌🏾 The bagels 🥯 are GREAT. Great selection and texture. Exterior had great structure with a soft interior. I had the jalapeño bagel breakfast sandwich and it was great. Bacon, cheddar, egg and jalapeño 🤌🏾 We also got the blueberry scone and it was more like the texture of a muffin. Softest scone I’ve ever had. Crunchy sugar on top 🤤 I gave the atmosphere 3 ⭐️ because it was average. No bad by any means but it just didn’t stand out in any particular way. Service and food well above average.

I love coming here, especially after the gym. Very welcoming atmosphere, all the staff is super friendly. Love the cold brew, but every sandwich I’ve had is awesome as well. One of my favorite spots in Oakland.

I was truly disappointed by my recent visit to Sweet Bar Bakery. While waiting at the register, I witnessed a dog brought in by another customer stand up with its front paws on the counter where transactions take place. Not only is this unsanitary, it’s a clear public health concern in any food service environment. What made the situation worse is that the same dog then followed its owner to the coffee pickup counter. Thankfully, my drink was ready before the dog had a chance to jump up again. But at no point did any staff member address or correct the customer. I called afterward to share my concern, not to be confrontational but because food safety matters. Unfortunately, the manager I spoke to was completely dismissive and lacked any sense of accountability. I understand that staff can’t always control what patrons do, but how they respond matters. A simple acknowledgment of the concern and a commitment to reinforce health protocols would have gone a long way. As someone who works in public health, this type of disregard for basic hygiene and customer feedback is exactly why I won’t be returning. Clean surfaces, safe environments, and respectful communication should not be optional in a food establishment. Sweet Bar missed the mark on all three.

My wife and I had been wanting to try Sweet Bar for some time. Located right next to Kissel Hotel this is a real neighborhood gem. This place is always buzzin. Get here earlier than later for the best selections. We ordered the BLAT, Ham and Cheese Croissant and an Asiago Bagel with cream cheese. Portion sizes are great. Prices are very reasonable. Everything we ordered tasted great. All very fresh as well. They serve hot and cold coffee drinks. My wife got an iced latte. Very tasty. If you’re needing a juice, water or soda they have a great drink cooler that is well stocked with options. Wait time for food was normal. They have plenty of staff that keeps the operation moving. This is a busy location and the staff was an absolute delight. You can tell everyone was invested in delivering a great experience. They also seemed to know a lot of the clientele. Would absolutely recommend Sweet Bar Bakery. Can’t wait to try more of their offerings. Keep up the amazing work team and see you soon!

I am an out of towner and always walk the 7 blocks each way to get their bagels and people watch. Food, service and atmosphere are great. Steady stream of customers but worth any delay.

Went on a great date here! 🫣 Don't really remember how the coffee was, but the date was great 😉... Just kidding! The maple cardamom latte was a delight! I tried my date's cold brew when he was in the bathroom and it was good too

I have only one gripe, most of the baristas make my cappuccino too hot! Oh, two gripes, it's very hard to hear or understand when they call out a complex order name from behind the counter, I suggest they use numbers or peoples names. Or install speakers. So the rest of everything is just awesome. House made dog treats, wide selection of delicious bakery items, unique iced drinks (with teas, lemonade, kombucha, flowers, coffee), bagel and ciabatta sandwiches with top quality ingredients and fresh, house made bagels and ciabatta bread. I am currently obsessed with the ciabatta bread, every bite is delightfully crunchy and flavorful. The workers are really engaged and friendly. They seem proud of their store. And the customers cover the whole range of Oakland Awesome. And its just a couple blocks from my apartment! I love this place :)

Ordered a toasted bagel and waited over 20 minutes before the cashier noticed. Turns out the cashier had only shouted out the order to the staff and did not place it regularly. I appreciate the cashier for giving a complimentary cookie, but this shouldn’t have happened in the first place. To top it off, the bagel I got was burnt…

I used to come here regularly prior to the pandemic but haven't been in the neighborhood much since then. I enjoyed it then and I'm enjoying my experience today. I ordered a Chai Latte and was happy that they made it with Oatmilk so I didn't have to ask. The barista provided excellent service and actually asked if I wanted cinnamon prior to giving me the latte. I did and it was a nice addition. I also ordered a chocolate chip cookie with walnuts, shhh I didn't really need it, lol. The cookie was good but would've been better heated. I didn't ask so there's that. Just a nice vibe, good music, great location, and very spacious. I'd come here again.

Overpriced insanity I ordered an everything bagel with bacon and cream cheese. I was charged $1 to toast the bagel (which was the start of the insanity.) I was handed a cold bagel barely toasted (it was barely warm) and ONE SINGLE piece of bacon. I paid $9.45 for absolute nonsense and I'm furious. I won't ever be back.

Nice bakery. Conveniently located near the auto mechanic I was trying for the first time. I got a breakfast bagel ( The California ) and did some work on my laptop while waiting for the mechanic to finish my car. Unfortunately their WiFi didn't have internet connection that day. The bagel was tasty. Bacon combines well with warm egg. I'm told it's one of their most popular items. Makes sense. I'd order it again. The place is dog friendly. They give doggie treats to their 4-legged guests.

Come here and there, service okay. This morning not sure what happened. We have bad days. Will try another da

I've have been here some years ago for their coffee but this time I get to try their bagels. I loved it! I got the everything bagel Turkey club sandwich bagel. It's well toasted with the crispy on the outside then soft and tasty with everything else in between. I also ordered a lavender latte. I thought it would be sweet but it is not and light on the lavender taste. The bagel cost me $13 ish with tax but you can get the basic egg, cheddar cheese, and a choice of meat for $8. Their service was fast and efficient since there were like 6 people ahead of me. I got my all my stuff within 5 minutes. Please add me if you like my vibe!

Sweet Bar Bakery has become one of my go to morning spots in Uptown. The staff are really nice and the cafe feels homey and comforting. In my opinion, it's the perfect spot to chill and take it easy and maybe get some work done. I don't usually get their drinks but the few that I've tried are pretty decent. Usually I order a sandwich or a California Bagel (which definitely seems to be a favorite here).

The breakfast sandwiches are always pretty solid at Sweet Bar. The real standout items are the cupcakes & cake's. They are moist, not overly sweet & have a nice cream frosting on top.

Cute breakfast spot before starting the day! I got the 12oz mocha and California bagel w pepper jack & avocado. Thank you!

I used to come here all the time before covid. Sadly they no longer have quiche or frittatas. But they now make fresh bagels so I tried their veggie bagel sandwich. It was ok. Not even close to Poppy or Beauty's. Basic but nothing special. Same with the turkey ciabatta sandwich. It was ok, bread seemed a little undercooked? The cold brew is really good though! And I didn't try any of the sweet pastries so not sure. As for working from here, they've got wifi and plenty of tables and outlets. However the 2 times I've been recently it's been hot/stuffy in there, and there's a constant shrill tone or humming from their ovens or something that bothered my ears so I had to leave. that's just me though, other people were unbothered. Overall, I'll come back for cold brew to-go, maybe will try another one of their pastries.

Seriously my favorite place to go for lunch. I've become a regular at Sweet Bar Bakery. Their chicken ciabatta and BLT sandwiches are divine. Their bread is great. Their lettuce is always crispy. Their coffee is also good. Great service and super friendly and accommodating staff. I haven't worked at Sweet Bar because it is a bit noisy, but damn, everything else about them is a two thumbs up for me.

A local Oakland bakery shop known for their bagels, this spot felt like home on first visit due to open ambiance as well as the very welcoming workers here. Ordering here is fast but also a unique experience because was able to learn that the chai here was sourced themselves and able to learn about the store reputation. Food is freshly made here and if there is discrepancies for wanting switch bagel or anything inside, the workers will let you know and you'll be comfortable in voicing it enough over here; reminded me of family so you won't feel worried about needs being met here. Wonderful staff and wonderful food, strolling here on an Oakland morning and ending up here feels like a beautiful routine.

Great breakfast bites! Love their fresh bagels, fritattas, and blueberry coffee cake. Super friendly staff who go above and beyond.

I've been a fan of sweet bar since I moved to the bay 3 years ago. Their California croissant sandwich is to die for Today I stopped by to pick up 6 bagels and they accommodated my last minute request to slice the bagels even though they had a line. Love love love this spot, one of the best coffee shop/bakeries in Oakland for sure.

Fresh baked bagel and fluffy cream cheese for $3.75. A screaming deal! OMG it was so fresh. Coffee was self serve. The staff super friendly. Perfect way to start the day.

It's 11:30am on a Monday, and there is a line! To me, it feels like this place has got to be good. I didn't wait in line too long which was nice because it flowed pretty quickly. We only ordered drinks because we were in a hurry. We ordered a large vanilla oat milk latte, a medium oat milk macha latte, and a hot chocolate. Unfortunately, they don't have whipped cream for the hot chocolate but at $3.50 for the drink it's a bargain and the barista added a cute foam art float on top. The drinks were okay, no frills, but get the job done. The customer service was nice.

Amazing amazing amazing . I am obsessed with their scones. Pick any one and you will not be disappointed. I tried the Maple and Cardamom latte it was just as good as I imagined. My sandwich of choice is the Turkey Club on a bagel, they are no stingy with the meat. This place is a must try.

Friends just dropped some delicious cupcakes at our place. These were so tasty and yummy! Raspberry, mulberry and chocolate dipped peanut butter cupcakes, all were delicious! Looking forward to try more from their menu :)

Great sunny place for a coffee and pastry. Don't let the yelp "unclaimed " label fool you, the people running this joint are down to earth and take pride in their work. Small enough to be cozy but big enough for tables.

Was visiting around the area and found this cute bakery. Ambiance is very nice and service was great-- I had the Cubano sandwich and a lemonade and they were delicious! The proportion of the sauce+ham and cheese was perfect and look at that cheese pull. Dare I say, it was better than a Cubano sandwich I had in Miami, would definitely come back to try other items on the menu.

Love this cafe for early morning walks with my dog! Great selection of drinks (some really unique options like lavender lattes), and a comfy, quiet interior. The staff are all super sweet, providing homemade dog treats. The cafe also has outlets, so it is a great place to get some work done. The bakery also offers baked goods and lunch options, but I haven't had a chance to try them. Highly recommend!

I'm here at least 3x a week it's getting outta hand... Bagels always fresh & the cookies are ridiculously big (not a complaint lol). Classic local bakery, feels good supporting!

I love that they have gluten free options. They do NOT have wifi so if you meed that it is not the place to go.

The gluten free items here are homemade and stellar. They use a blend of beautiful rice-based flour. Also, everyone here is so nice! Have been here twice. Chocolate peanut butter cupcake: The cloud of peanut butter frosting on top of this chocolate cupcake is all edible (as opposed to most frostings that reach comparable heights) and awesome. Breakfast sando & Lox sando: Mmm. They bake their own gluten free English Muffins. (Tip: any sando can be made gluten-free!)

I love sweet bar. They've been here for a LONG time. Great BIG sandwiches quality made for a good price, strong coffee, wonderful pastries and open early. Staff are lovely people

Omg their cupcakes are amazing and tasty! Super moist! I doordashed a dozen for my coworker's birthday and everyone loved them. I tried the dipped peanut butter chocolate cupcake and I was in heaven! The peanut butter frosting was amazing and not overly sweet.

Located in the heart of downtown Oakland, this coffee is spacious and original. They serve breakfast and lunch sandwiches with simple ingredients. The food are not overly seasoned yet flavorful. The price is also very reasonable. You can get a delicious sandwich and a flavored latte for $15 which is definitely a deal in today's economy. Service is very friendly too. Also a great place for people watching.

Accidentally discovered this place while going down Broadway and I wish I found them sooner! Sweet Bar Bakery makes my favorite bacon egg cheese breakfast bagel. Believe me, I've tried bagels from other cafes and bakeries in Oakland and Alameda and nothing compares to the quality and hospitality you get from Sweet Bar Bakery. They are a cute family run bakery with Ashley and her dad. l love supporting them cause they'll remember your order and treat you like a friend every time you visit. There's plenty of room to sit and enjoy drinks and sandwiches or pastries.

Friendly, spacious cafe with decent coffee and good bagels. Also a selection of pastries which look good but have not tried. Great place to meet friends. The worst criticism I would say is it is near impossible to hear one order called since they have very soft voices.

I saw that Sweet Bar advertised having a lavender latte, so I ordered one to-go to try. However, I'm particularly sensitive to the bitterness of coffee and was disappointed that I could really only taste the coffee and not the lavender flavor, so I think this would be better with stronger lavender taste. They do offer various other foods and drinks so I might try something else next time I'm passing by.

I went here on a Sunday morning to get some coffee and do light reading. We got the regular latte and vanilla latte. I wasn't asked for milk type but I'm assuming they have options. The coffee was bitter and watery for me but my friend liked his. We also got a Jalapeño bagel with roasted cherry tomatoes cream cheese and a regular croissant. The bagel was fresh and even though it wasn't toasted it tasted like it was. I finished it in two minutes. The croissant was asmr flaky, soft in the mouth and very delightful. I regretted not trying the chocolate one. They have a great selection of food and the food tastes good but the drinks weren't on par. The space has good seating for big groups or small ones. They are a couple two-seaters at the back corner of the store. It's away from the main area so it's ideal if you want to get some work done to sit there. I didn't notice any wifi or outlets. Parking is also a hit or miss. You can do a quick pick up if you like. The service is good and the ambiance is simple.

The polenta and blueberry muffins are out of this world. That being said, one day they made polenta and raspberry muffins. I don't know if it was a fluke or not, but I actually like those better. Either way, you have to try them!! Every Friday my coworkers and I treat ourselves. The best ever!!

great spot. My go to is the bacon, egg and cheese on a jalapeño cheddar bagel with an iced mocha. You really can't go wrong. This place makes everything fresh, even roasted their own coffee. It's so good.

OMG! Man I wish there was a Sweet Bar where I live. One of the best bagel sandwiches and lattes that I've ever had. Got the sausage bagel sandwich. It was huge and delicious. Perfectly toasted and seasoned. Also got a caramel latte which was super smooth, sweet and delicious. Not overpowering and not too sweet.

Love this cute little bakery. I always get a sausage egg cheese croissant & try a different beverage each time. Always a hit. Service is pretty good too.

Great service. Great coffee. Great treats! Very good place on Broadway and you owe it to yourself to check it out! Also, the Blueberry Coffeecake muffin is something I've never had but I am very impressed. Interesting flavor combo but it works on every level! Also dog-friendly!

Nice cute friendly spot. I was visiting from Texas. The environment was chill and laid back. The owners were friendly. The coffee was delicious I ordered the caramel latte and ham and cheese croissant. The service was a little slow but other than that definitely would recommend

Was really excited to come here based on the reviews. I ordered an asiago bagel with egg, cheese and avocado. It definitely looked good and I was very excited by the amount of avocado! However, the very first bite had no flavor. None. The next bite was all pepper. So basically, they put so much pepper on the egg, which rubbed off on the bagel and that's all I could taste. I then tried to deconstruct the entire situation to get rid of the pepper, and all I was left with was the most bland tasting sandwich. Sorely disappointed. Will not be back.

I knew the drinks here were good, but recently I grabbed a cuban sandwich spontaneously and it was SO good. I wasn't expecting the food to be so good too but I definitely want to go back for the cuban again!

This is a hot chocolate review. For a regular size, it's $3.50. It was creamy, right amount of thickness with just enough chocolate and milk. It was also not hot. Just right for a cold gray weather.

Have you been looking high and low for a bakery in the Bay Area that will make a GIANT CROISSANT? Have you been calling around and having to awkwardly explain what you mean by "giant"? Have you been walking into random bakeries and asking the counter staff if you can show them a viral tiktok video of someone in Paris dipping a giant croissant into a giant cup of hot chocolate? Well, I did all of the above and despite the unconventional request, the wonderful folks at Sweet Bar were so friendly and accommodating and actually made a buttery, flaky, delicious giant croissant so my coworker's birthday dreams could come true! I'm so impressed by the final result and I can't thank the Sweet Bar bakers enough for taking a chance, rising to the challenge, and delivering perfection! Keep up the great work!

I really liked the outside of this building so I peaked my head in and saw enormous croissants. Naturally I had to buy some. I got a plain and a ham and gruyere. The ham one is actually assembled there and then put in some sort of oven or sandwich press. We didn't eat then until the next morning but everything reheated perfectly and tasted phenomenal. My mom and I shared them for Mothers Day breakfast. They weren't just buttery, they was flavorful! The staff was super helpful, willing to answer any questions and explain things. They also said everything is made in house. Overall super cute atmosphere, great location, and delicious products.

Great cafe that's dog-friendly with an interesting coffee menu and plenty to choose from for breakfast sandwiches! Highly recommend.

Sweet dreams are made of this, who am I to disagree? These dreams are coming true at Sweet Bar Bakery! Located on the corner of Broadway and 24th Streets in the Uptown neighborhood of Oakland, California, Sweet Bar Bakery took over a large space on the ground floor of a renovated building that once served as the MacFarlane's Candy and Ice Cream showroom and is now the Packard Lofts building. Sweet Bar Bakery has helped to contribute to the overall renaissance of the entire area with additional restaurants, coffee shops, clothing stores, meeting places that has helped turn the Uptown neighborhood into a prime destination. Much credit goes to owner Mani Niall who has worked his way up the bakery food chain, thanks to a number of successes with his bakery in Los Angeles and series of cookbooks that focused on the world of baking with natural and organic ingredients. With Sweet Bar Bakery he has created gathering places for amazing pastries, sandwiches and handcrafted coffee drinks. I have been to Sweet Bar Bakery once before after I was enjoying lunch with a friend nearby along Broadway and they were recommended by our server after we asked for a nice local coffee shop nearby, and I remembered that last experience being so wonderful that I had to make another appearance at Sweet Bar Bakery one day. On a recent warm weekday afternoon, a friend and I decided that today was the day! The real reason was we were having lunch along the Oakland waterfront, and with a little libations in our bodies we decided that we needed a little pick me up to get us through the day, and I suggested driving to Sweet Bar Bakery to enjoy their coffee drinks, plus I was in the mood for a cookie to take home. Although the day we went was a holiday and we were hoping for parking nearby, unfortunately we didn't get it on this day as we had to drive around for blocks on end just to get a space. Once we did find a space, it was a bit of a hike to get to Sweet Bay Bakery's entrance, and luckily by the time we arrived they were still open, despite it being later in the afternoon. Once inside, you can instantly tell that Sweet Bar Bakery has a large baking facility behind their front counter, which is no doubt being used for their daily customers but for large catering orders. There weren't too many people sitting inside by the time we came so we made a beeline for their counter area to check out the baked goods inside their glass cases and their drink menu. By the time we arrived, there were a lot of cupcakes, muffins and cookies left, and their drink menu was broken up into four sections: Espresso Bar, Brewed Coffee, Other Drinks, and Kombucha on Tap. While my friend decided to order a Caramel Latte, I opted to order a Caramel Mocha espresso, while for my cookie I ordered their Chocolate Walnut Chunk cookie, which came as a recommendation from our cashier as she said it was a top seller at Sweet Bar Bakery. All told, my final bill was a bit under 8 dollars before tip, which wasn't too bad considering the cost of things nowadays. It didn't take too long for our drinks to be handcrafted by our barista and once we were presented with them I immediately placed a coffee lid on top of my cup, and it turns out, we didn't need it as my coffee was piping hot with every sip. My cookie was a strong choice, it necessarily wasn't the chewiest one I have ever had, but had me intrigued enough to come back for more. My friend and I sat down at a table sitting against a window along 24th Street as we took in Sweet Bar Bakery's new neighbor the Kissel Uptown Oakland Hotel which will have a new restaurant on the ground level as well. Which just goes to show the kind of revival of the uptown neighborhood that Sweet Bar Bakery has led since opening almost ten years ago. With amazing sounding sandwiches for breakfast and lunch served on both bagels and ciabatta rolls sold at decent price points, many more return visits to Sweet Bar Bakery are in order for myself and many more locals. May your reign of the local Oakland baking scene continue for many years to come!

Great experience in this cute cafe in the downtown area! Prices are great for food and drinks making the experience inexpensive with quality food and drink :). Service from Danny and Ashley was very welcoming and overall made the trip here nice. I got to try the maple cardamom late with a California everything bagel. I've visited several local cafes throughout California and can honestly say it was the first time I saw a latte like this on a menu, it was really good! Pictures below for reference.

Stopped by early on a Friday for a coffee and breakfast muffin. The line moves quickly and the staff is busy completing orders but still attentive to you. I ordered the Maple Cardamon latte and a blueberry crumble muffin. The waiter said the maple cardamon latte was overly sweet but I think it's a personal taste preference because it's not overly sweet and it's not too bitter either, it's a nice balance especially with the warm sweetness of the blueberry crumble muffin. I've tired a lot of coffee and muffins but this one is top tier. I devoured that muffin. The total was roughly $8 minus a tip.

This is the best family run bakery! I look forward to visiting every week and chatting with everyone behind the counter. All of the staff are incredibly kind, positive, welcoming and warm. I highly recommend the Chocolate Chip Walnut cookie - I dream about it. I also love their coffee, matcha lattes, and pretty much all the baked goods I've tried so far. It's a large space so a great place to meet people and not felt crowded, or to just sit with a book or some work and enjoy this little positive energy oasis. Support family-run businesses and visit Sweet Bar!

Literally my favorite place to go after my Saturday workout. I get the oatmilk latte a sausage croissant with pepper Jack cheese. CUT IT IN HALF PLEASE..gotta save the other half for later.

LOVE Sweet Bar - great daily fresh baked bagels and tremendous absurdly good and reasonably cookies all made with organic flower, The staff is always exceptionally friendly and we go out of our way to buy their food.

loved this place!! delicious bagel sandwiches and coffee at a great price. my friend and i got the egg/cheese and the slow roasted pork bagel sandwiches and the service was fast, food was hot and tasty with good portion size. the other baked goods (croissants, cookies) look fresh and tasty, ciabatta and croissant sandwiches also look great! im excited to try the chipotle chicken and tofu portabella sandwiches next. there seem to be plenty of options for vegetarians and vegans in addition to the classic sandwich/bagel options (ex: tofu cream cheese). the space is large and open with plenty of seating and a nice row of window seats too. clean and pleasant. seems like a great place to either meet up with a friend or read, study, work, etc :) there is an outlet or two but i haven't tried them out, unsure if they have free wifi. more than anything there's a cozy homey family vibe that i love, i'm looking forward to coming back frequently :)