Qahwa Time

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Qahwa Time

Qahwa Time is the relatively new coffee shop in Berkeley that takes a unique spin on the traditional notion of a coffee shop. While it serves up quality espresso and coffee drinks and a selection of pastries, like many cafes, it takes the idea of a coffee shop to the next level with its beautiful and serene lobby and its delicious, Yemeni-inspired menu. It’s not just your standard coffee stop; it’s a chance to truly experience something that will move you, satiate you, and inspire you with its exotic and impressive flavor and decor. It’s a quiet and relaxing place to work, meet, or simply savor.

I like to come here for the lovely mugs of hot coffee, particularly the lattes, which come in an attractive mug, steaming hot with carefully done latte art. My favorites are the Biscoff latte and the salted chocolate latte. There’s something about this Yemeni blend of coffee that is both mild and powerful. And the milk and sweetness balance this subtle strength to create a pleasant drinking sensation.
I also come to try the different pastries, milk cakes, and cheesecakes, which taste comforting in the most interesting of ways. They make me wonder about the origins of their recipes, all the while providing me with instant gratification as delightful sweets.
That’s why I come, but I stay for other reasons. I like to stay at Qahwa Time for the whole experience of eating in a place so peaceful and beautiful; I stay not just to finish my drink and snack but to enjoy comfortable seating in the beautiful interior inspired by Islamic art. I find myself comforted by the soft pop playing on the speakers, which serves as my only reminder that I have not left the United States.
The upside of this cafe is that the only thing about it that does not exceed your expectations for a coffee shop in Berkeley is the price range. Despite being perhaps the most interesting, exotic coffee shop in the city, the prices remain in the typical range. It’s as affordable as the other places, even when it offers a premium experience, making it an easy choice.
Location: 2440 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704, USA

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