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Cafe Noir

American Cafe, Vegan Options

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Top tips

  • Try the tofu scramble for a vegan breakfast option.
  • Enjoy the open kitchen and friendly service from the owner and staff.
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  • Look for clearly marked vegan items like the grain bowl and overnight oats.
  • Expect moderate pricing with good portion sizes.
  • Visit during breakfast or lunch for best vegan and non-vegan options.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention pancakes, sweet potato pancakes and blueberry lemonade.

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Also lemonade, andouille shrimp & grits, banana bread french toast, bowl, donut, farro and grains in purgatory.

Good for

The vibe: work & study

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for generous portions.

Good to know

  • Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast, brunch, lunch, takeout

About

Cafe Noir is a casual American cafe inside Prescott Market known for dishes like shrimp and grits with Carolina-imported grits and sweet potato pancakes topped with berry compote and toasted hazelnuts. The venue features an open kitchen and a friendly owner, creating a welcoming environment with moderately priced, hearty meals. Vegan options such as tofu scramble, veggie sandwiches, grain bowls, and overnight oats are clearly marked within a menu that also includes dairy and egg dishes.

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1620 18th St, Oakland, CA 94607

Opening hours

Monday
09:00–15:30
Tuesday
09:00–15:30
Wednesday
09:00–15:30
Thursday
09:00–15:30
Friday
09:00–15:30
Saturday
09:00–16:00
Sunday
09:00–16:00

the food

4.7 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Good vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Basic understanding
protein
tofu
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