The Pasta Shop is one of The 11 Best Places for Dark Roast in Oakland.

1. The Pasta Shop

8.6
5655 College Ave (in Rockridge Market Hall), Oakland, CA
Gourmet Store · North Oakland · 7 tips and reviews

Brian S.Brian Strauss: One of the best places around to go when when you must put something good in the table and you have no time to cook. Excellent ravioli, best roast chicken in the East Bay.

Vance H.Vance Harper: Always the best selection of fine foods from local to global -- particularly olive oil... Ask for a guided tasting by one of the friendly buyers.

BravoBravo: For those certain food items you just cant find anywhere else, from stocks to gelatin sheets. -Tim Nugent, Top Chef Just Desserts

Hawk and Pony is one of The 11 Best Places for Dark Roast in Oakland.

2. Hawk and Pony

4210 Telegraph Ave (42nd St.), Oakland, CA
Café · Temescal · 37 tips and reviews

Xande M.Xande Macedo: They don't have an espresso machine. They only do drip — medium and dark roast from Oakland's Bicycle Coffee.

Dave S.Dave S.: This place is *always* packed. Friendly vibes and the perfect opportunity for people watching. Pull up a chair and make friendly conversation with your neighbor while enjoying some solid beverages!

Jesse V.Jesse Vincent: Current Wi-Fi password is telegraph

Starbucks is one of The 11 Best Places for Dark Roast in Oakland.

3. Starbucks

6.7
420 W Grand Ave, Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · Central Oakland · 17 tips and reviews

Stephanie M.Stephanie Mendez: Dark cherry yogurt parfait is my fav, deliicious!

Luis G.Luis Gachuz-Meza: Lots of cruisy creeps, but the baristas are nice!!

Lissette R.Lissette Ruiz: At 6am there is this creep sitting near the register approaching every woman with the "hello beautiful, can I be your friend" .... I just want my carm frap.

Blue Bottle Coffee is one of The 11 Best Places for Dark Roast in Oakland.

4. Blue Bottle Coffee

300 Webster St (at 3rd St), Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · Produce and Waterfront · 102 tips and reviews

Alan R.Alan R: Deep dark roasted coffees.

Justin S.Justin Sullivan: Just delicious coffee by and for people who love coffee. None of the pages of flavored sugar and fat on the menu board. Pour over varieties, espressos, cappuccino, macchiato, mochas, and lattes. Yum.

Timothy M.Timothy Mak: their New Orleans-style iced coffee is the perfect complement to your Saturday morning outing in the East Bay

Whole Foods Market is one of The 11 Best Places for Dark Roast in Oakland.

5. Whole Foods Market

8.4
230 Bay Place (at Harrison St), Oakland, CA
Grocery Store · Adams Point · 92 tips and reviews

Brian S.Brian Strauss: Excellent cheese department. Great beer and wine selection.

KaliefKalief: You can get food here!

CrillmaticCrillmatic: Don't even bother trying to park on the lower level. It's a waste of time. Park on the upper level.

Bica Coffeehouse is one of The 11 Best Places for Dark Roast in Oakland.

6. Bica Coffeehouse

5701 College Ave (at Miles Ave.), Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · Rockridge · 51 tips and reviews

vince h.vince h: Not sure if you have time to grab a cup of coffee or a morning scone? Drop by here! The Bart schedule is prominently displayed, and you can opt for a grab-n-go cup or a cup made to order!

MercMerc: Their Chai is made in-house! Mmm has a great kick to it.

Ben B.Ben Bergstein: Seriously one of the best cafes in the Bay Area, especially for working. Delicious coffees, free wifi and ample plugs. They carry a stellar selection of beans, at a premium. Drinks are priced well.

Bicycle Coffee Co. is one of The 11 Best Places for Dark Roast in Oakland.

7. Bicycle Coffee Co.

8.9
364 2nd St (at Webster St), Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · Produce and Waterfront · 44 tips and reviews

J L.J Li: My favorite! I prefer dark > medium roast, there's a cute little parklet-like area to sit outside, and it's close to Jack London Square. Great merch too.

JoshuaJoshua: The folks at bicycle coffee are awesome. Super chill, good spirited, and the medium roast kills it. Worth the 1.5 minute trip past blue bottle everytime

Russell L.Russell L: Smooth drip coffee. Americano is bright. Skip that blue place up the street. Also very nice that non-dairy options don't cost extra.

Starbucks is one of The 11 Best Places for Dark Roast in Oakland.

8. Starbucks

7.9
1211 E Embarcadero Cove, Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · Embarcadero · 14 tips and reviews

E n DE n D: Green Tea latte with soy! Yum!

Lucia A.Lucia Austin: The baristas at this Starbucks are my favorite. They are super friendly and make the drinks the best!!! :)

Pete D.Pete Deneen: The mayor wears striped colorful socks with his bicycle shoes

Trader Joe's is one of The 11 Best Places for Dark Roast in Oakland.

9. Trader Joe's

8.8
5727 College Ave (at Oak Grove Ave), Oakland, CA
Grocery Store · Rockridge · 24 tips and reviews

Katie B.Katie Blawie: Sweet potato tortilla chips + roasted pecan & blue cheese dip = to die for.

Tracey B.Tracey Brown: Drink the coffee.

George D.George Dy: Get some snack and coffee samples from thee back! They give generous portions.

Cole Coffee is one of The 11 Best Places for Dark Roast in Oakland.

10. Cole Coffee

8.3
307 63rd St (at College Ave), Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · Rockridge · 59 tips and reviews

Evangeline B.Evangeline Brown: Try the turkey sand. Delicious!

Brian S.Brian Strauss: While Philz, Peet's, and Starbucks have all declared war on Coles, the strong local following, poached eggs on toast, and great outdoor seating will hopefully keep this independent shop afloat.

Lenny L.Lenny Lesser: No WiFi here.

Trader Joe's is one of The 11 Best Places for Dark Roast in Oakland.

11. Trader Joe's

7.9
3250 Lakeshore Ave (at Lake Park Ave), Oakland, CA
Grocery Store · Lakeshore · 51 tips and reviews

LeenaLeena: awesome frozen items include mushroom turnovers, spinach & artichoke dip, and garlic nans

Gabby K.Gabby K.: Dont fear the line, it moves fast as hell. Good luck w/ the parking lot, tho

Crystal A.Crystal Akins: Long line moves fast