Damask Rose

TLDR: Overall: Adorable, vibey rose-themed cafe with unique drinks and sweets. My Order: Pistachio Latte (Hot) & Rose Latte (Hot) Price Breakdown: $15 total for both drinks (large) Halal/Vegetarian Friendly: N/A, but Palestinian owned! Would get again: Likely, especially their colder drinks and desserts just because I love roses and rose-flavored things so much. A very cute place in Rockridge! The cafe is beautifully decorated (perfect for the insta pics iykwim), and smells phenomenal. I discovered this place in my attempts to go cafe hopping, as was drawn in by the roses! I constantly forget I am not the biggest fan of coffee however, but even then I did enjoy the drinks (they were a bit pricey, but at this point most drinks seem to be around this price range unfortunately). The rose latte had a strong rose syrup underlying the coffee, though I almost wish there was just a bit more sweetness to it. I loved how light and fluffy the pistachio latte was - very cozy!

Really lovely local spot! Enjoyed a hot tea and some pastries, but I will be back for the savory foods! The staff was so kind and helpful.

Cute floral coffee shop emblematic of pre-war Syria, the romanticized days of Pax Romana at bay for a more modern retelling. What this means is the coffee is great and there are fresh pastries - baklava and birds nest made fresh. Pistachio lovers dream. I got the zesty mocha which has orange zest in it. It’s not an LGBTQ reference. But the double entendre stands. Plenty of locals and mellow vibes, with Arabic crooners outplaying pop songs overhead. Street parking wasn’t hard to find on a Sunday. 5/5 Will come again.

This cafe hits all the right notes. There are already many photos of the place and the atmosphere is quiet, relaxing, and rejuvenating. The drip coffee is robust with a nice taste profile. I ordered the lentil soup for my breakfast. The soup was comforting, and well balanced. It felt clean, nourishing, and delightful to the taste buds. If you need a place to relax and watch the cars go by, come here!

Quiet lil Cafe. Perfect for some amazing coffee. Delicous pastries. My picky daughters loved it. Loved the cortado. Amazing Staff. Very warm and welcoming...❤️