50 Best Coffee Roasters near Berkeley

“Love this coffee, and it is my favorite coffee roasting company! House of Uncommon Grounds quality and French roast surpass Peet's and other local and shipped coffee companies I have tried. Their website's interface is intuitive, user-friendly, easy to navigate, and limited to favorite roasts or browse all available.

I signed up for the newsletter and signed up for their coffee subscription to receive a discount code towards a coffee purchase along with additional promotions and discounts - so worth the extra email and there is no limit to purchase. Pickup for your item(s) purchased is super easy and can be made the same day if placed early enough (time is on the website), next business day for pickup, or shipped.

Their location is in West Berkeley and super easy to access off the freeway or from Ashby Street area.

Pickup can be easily done, so reserve a time on the website. The company is on Seventh Street and Ashby Ave. in Berkeley. Right off the Ashby exit. There is no in-store shopping as it is only a pickup location and orders have to be placed in advance. Worth the drive and time. Be mindful of the daily lunch so call ahead.“

“A clean, well-lighted place for exquisite coffee, tea and pastries. They owners (very nice people) are very particular about their coffee using high quality beans from Ethiopia. Their decaf espresso is delicious. They have mocktails too.“

“I live their expert roasts!“

“Fabulous assortment of specialty coffees and a delicious food menu. My favorite go-to is the quiche!“

“This is one of my favorite spots to get matcha! Their Earl Grey Einspanner is delicious. I’m not a coffee lover but I’ve heard their coffee is great too. They have some inside seating which can fill up quickly when school is in session. Overall, I love this place and definitely recommend!“

“The best place ever. Love them ❤️ 💕“

“I’ve tried a lot of coffee shops around the East Bay, and this is probably my favorite so far. I especially love their latte. It has a really nice aroma and a rich, fresh taste that I don’t really know how to describe, but it’s so good.

I also love the outdoor seating. It’s such a nice place to sit outside with a coffee and spend a lazy afternoon.“

“Great coffee and elegant atmosphere. $195 for a manual Brewer? $85 for tin coffee pot? I think I'll pass.“

“Love this little shop! So convenient and they always have fun seasonal flavors like basil syrup. I normally do some sort of matcha and theirs is one of the best in the area. Made properly and with customizable sweetness. The baristas here are always super friendly and quick as well!“

“the place is very nice plus the view across the street is like a gigantic mirror ! you should see it for yourself !!! it really is something to look at while having your coffee.... it is spectacular !!!! and of course, the staff were super sweet !“

“Just tasted their coffee for the first time, and WOW! Had their dark French roast at a restaurant. It was SO good that only had to add a little cream and sugar. I definitely recommend this coffee!!!“

“Good coffees, responsive customer service, reasonable prices compared to most online coffee sellers“

“Good coffee and friendly staff. Nice little place.“

“Excellent Coffee with Above-and-Beyond Customer Service.

Recently moved to the East Bay area and was looking for a reliable roaster with a blend that is dark but not bitter, chocolatey but not overly fruity, and not sour. I looked up roasters in my area, walked up to their locations, tried their coffee, and picked up their dark roasts. I didn't ask my barista for a recommendation because the Highwire location I visited didn't feel particularly warm or welcoming.

That's when I discovered Shadow Play, which my household lovingly calls “Shadowfax”. It was everything my coffee should be: dark but not bitter, chocolatey but not fruity or sour, and the best part was that it was consistent across my Moccacamaster, pour over, or Aeropress (as long as I used the right grind size). I can't say the same about my other local roaster (I won't signal which one): different grinds/processes and entirely different flavor profiles from the exact same bean/batch.

But I honestly did not like buying the beans from my local location, so I wanted to get it shipped from the likes of drinktrade.com; that's when I discovered Highwire has a subscription model where they ship freshly roasted beans every week to my doorstep, and they do throw in a discount, so even after shipping costs, the total amounts to the same as buying in-person.

Things were fine the first week, but then a funny thing happened: USPS decided my freshly roasted East Bay beans needed a cross-country detour through New Jersey before finding their way back to me. I was not amused. I shot off a slightly irritated note to Highwire expecting either silence or a form response.

Instead, Steve from production wrote back within the hour, on a Sunday, and offered to personally drop off fresh beans at my place on his way home from the roastery. Which he did. No fanfare, no coupon code, no customer service script. Just a person who cares about the coffee he makes reaching out to make it right.

That's when I stopped being a customer and became an advocate.

Shadow Play is excellent coffee. Steve and the team at Highwire are the reason I'll keep drinking it. In an era when most businesses treat customers as numbers, Highwire still operates like a neighborhood roaster that actually knows what good coffee means and why it matters.

If you're looking for a roaster in the East Bay, stop looking.“

“By far the best coffee in my opinion. Not only do they have the best coffee, but their customer service is absolutely amazing. Olga and the entire team always make sure to treat every customer with nothing but respect and smiles. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure every customer is happy. Must try coffee.“

“Prettiest coffee shop imaginable! The coffee shop itself is a vintage airstream and it’s parked within a really beautiful garden store. So you can sit and have your latte amongst all the beautiful plants.

I got a special treat this morning and chose the seasonal cinnamon mocha latte. It was absolute perfection.

And the people working there are super nice“

“Best coffee ☕️ and the best service“

“Awesome place to shop! My “go to” produce market for incredibly fresh produce, fruits and dry goods. Great meat and fish market. Superb bakery. Excellent wine shop, And Market Hall pasta shop/main market is simply amazing in SO many ways. Plus, super easy parking and good hours ... important to me and a for real plus. Love this place!!!“

“#AmazingCoffee #RedBayCoffee 🥰🥤🧋☕🫖“

“The best place ever. Love them ❤️ 💕“

“Ariana is absolute perfection! The espresso-grade coffee here is incredible, but honestly, Ariana's warmth and energy are what make this place a must-visit every single time.

My only wish list item for management: Please add breakfast burritos to the menu, and join the movement to stop charging extra for oat milk!“

“People keep asking on Reddit for good cafes to work at in town. Good Vybes is the spot, lots of sunny space to work in or outdoors. The Vybes are really good, if you're having a bad day, you'll find something that picks you up here. It's also one of the best tasting cafes in town. Mr. Good Vybes has some serious coffee knowledge. The text blasts are very informative and keep us in the loop of some great deals. The rewards are also banging. Just go.“

“Their lavender latte has no business being this good.“

“Nice small coffee shop, the coffee is quite good. They can improve their hours, my only gripe is that they don't open till 8 which makes it hard to get coffee from them in the morning. Overall the coffee is good, I have been there a few times“

“I’m highly recommend it ..I’m here every day“

“I order my Highwire Coffee online, being that I live in Nevada City. While I love my local Foxhound Coffee, I found that Highwire's 'Bauhaus' coffee is beyond exceptional and I have to have both Bauhaus and my local coffee in order to function properly!😍☕️“

“I can’t say enough good things about this place. From the vibes to the music to the employees to the coffee everything is amazing. I have been to more local coffee shops than I can count trying to find a dark roast that I like and it’s a struggle. Most places only offer more citrusy coffee which I don’t prefer. Soul Blends offers an amazing dark roast that is smooth and delicious. Their staff is always friendly and answers all of my many questions. Their lattes are top notch and not overly milky like some places. This is the perfect spot to get a coffee, read a book, and just decompress.“

“Coffee Bodega is amazing! The coffee is absolutely delicious, and I love that they’re committed to responsible sourcing and a farm-to-table approach. You can really taste the quality in every cup.
The folks who work there are so nice and the cafe is a well decorated, relaxing space. I highly recommend stopping by!“

“The staff at this coffee shop are incredibly friendly and easy to talk to. They’re great at teaching you how to make your own coffee and find the perfect drink for you. I’ve been a regular here for a while now, and they know exactly what I want every morning. If you’re in the area, stop by and grab yourself a cup of coffee. The owner is always happy to chat with you.“

“Best avocado toast evah! I love it“

“Sanaa Cafe offers an excellent selection of coffee, desserts, and delicious Fatayer. The atmosphere is truly unique, featuring authentic Yemeni architecture and Coffee. It is a perfect environment for productivity; it’s inviting, bring your laptop and work while enjoying a Sanaa Adani Chai or a Pistachio Mocha. I also highly recommend trying our delicious pistachio cheesecake.“

“Temo's Cafe - the place, the people, where you find good coffee, a smile, understandig and, if needed, helping hand. Lamea is an angel...was our angel... long time ago. We never will forget you, Lamea, and your open heart... And your nice, lovely family ... A kiss and a hug from Petra and Anna“

“Came here to check out Tierra Mia in Oakland on Broadway and it definitely lives up to the hype. The vibe inside is super chill—rustic but modern, really spacious with plenty of seating, and just a great overall atmosphere to relax or get some work done.

The drinks are next level if you like Latin inspired specialty coffee. The Horchata Frappe is a total standout, perfectly blended, refreshing, and has that authentic scratch made taste. If you want something hot, the Coco Loco Latte is incredible with a really rich, tropical coconut flavor that pairs perfectly with their espresso.

You also can't skip the pastry case. The Hazelnut Kouign Amann is an absolute must try, super flaky, buttery, and the hazelnut filling adds the perfect amount of sweetness.

Service was super friendly and fast, and they have reliable Wi-Fi too. If you’re in the area and want a great coffee spot with an awesome environment, this place is definitely a must visit.“

“I’m not a coffee maven, but the tea and sweets were excellent. (My friends who appreciate good coffee say that it’s excellent as well.) Good service, even in the face of an exacting clientele.“

“Great pastries and coffee!“

“Really good coffees and pastries. They need one more person at peak times. Glad it’s gotten popular w all the dog folks.“

“Great service Clean Food was amazing“

“Very good and very perfectic. San Francisco coffee ☕ and burger 🍔 fast food Restaurant has all it takes to make your day. So quickly rush and have your own coffee ☕ and burger 🍔 🍔 @ ADNOC PETROL ⛽ station MADINAT ZAYED BY LIWA ROAD ABU DHABI. ..... Believe Me, You Can't Beat the Test....“

“delicious coffee! delicious bakery! nice and clean interior. have a fabulous day!“

“great tasting coffee with robust flavors, very satisfied, going to be a regular customer now that our search for a good coffee is over✌💖🙏✊“

“Great selection very fast shipping secure packaging and nice people“

“Love everything there. My fave! ❤️“

“Great pastries and coffee!“

“Vegan bakery with many offerings: donuts, cookies, pastries, coffee and tea. Very limited options that are gluten free, which is the only downside. The baked goods have great flavor and texture. The baristas do a great job with the coffee. I recommend if you’re in the area“

“Chef Mel is an amazing chef and we have a fresh delicious healthy menu and amazing coffee & cinnamon rolls.“

“I come here for lattes and they never disappoint. They have the best latte hands down. Great tasting coffee. I’ve gone to other “good ones” and other hole in the wall type cafes but they have never impressed me. This one takes the gold.“

“Great coffee and delicious pasties also have pour over cold brew etc.“

“I like bikes, I like coffee. Two great things that go great together! They roast on site, and the beans they sell are good. The espresso drinks are good. The pastries and food items are nothing too special. They have fun schwag and bicycle tire patch kits. Bike racks are on the sidewalk immediately outside, with large storefront windows so it's easy to keep an eye on your things but I've never had a problem here. Location is convenient to Jack London Square.“

“So I just recently tried the dark roast k cups by Peerless, if you enjoy strong tasting coffee then these k cups are for you. They are by far my new favorite k cup……. I highly recommend“