Always here to support local coffee shops. I am not much of a coffee drinker, but I was in the mood for an iced mocha and this place has been down the street for me. After 5 years, finally gave it a try. I really liked it. It wasn't to rich or to milky. I'll be back again.
Bob L.
The best fresh coffee beans in the Bay Area, especially if you want something other than dark roast.
Misha H.
Long time customer. Have been ordering coffee online for pick up -- until today. Mandatory 15% or more tip for placing my own order, and picking it up myself. If was asking for personal service or a special order, sure. I normally throw a few bucks in the tip jar, but this is retail service, not table service, for which they are demanding a tip. Just really leaves a bad taste in my mouth.
Laisha J.
I got a ice white mocha with whipp and it was so delicious. workers are so nice and place is clean with outside table . Plus prices are reasonable.
Denise A.
Good coffee, good smoothies. Staff could be a little friendlier and/or quicker. I really wish they were open on weekends.
Barbara S.
Their decaf vanilla nut beans is really good. We only wish they were open on Saturday's at times.
Ila W.
Best coffee in the Bay Area. strong coffee and best flavors. Super friendly staff. The ultimate ice frappé (mocha) made here
H K.
Recently bought some decaf Nut cream and am pleasantly surprised with nutty almond flavored taste. Great tasting.
Phil N.
Peerless. unswayed. They have been around forever and still are the gold standard. Sumatra Organic Dark is my jam. Order some and get a coffee drink. The place seems unchanged since the 70s in a good way
Marjan N.
I really want to give this roaster a 5 star because it is so much better than the more commercially well-known ones. However, the staff needs more training to know items, prices, the roasting process, etc. The quality of beans, variety, and perfect blends has made me a fan of Peerless for over 20 years. A gen in Oakland and established in 1924!! Bravo!!!
I'm not a coffee drinker, so typically I feel out of place in coffee shops and don't really enjoy them. However the atmosphere in Peerless is unlike one I've ever experienced in any average coffee shop. It feels comfortable, every wall I look at is chalk full of interesting memorabilia or fascinating machinery. Whenever I visit I usually get a tea, my favorite being a mango iced tea. It's the first coffee shop I've truly enjoyed going to on a regular basis.Something is to be said about the staff as well, every employee who I've spoken to or ordered from at this establishment has been an absolute joy to interact with. Everybody here is very friendly, not to mention helpful (given that I normally have no idea what to order). Typically people go on Yelp because they have some grievance to express or complaint to make, but my experience at Peerless has been so awesome that I felt compelled to go on and make this one. I'm glad I've found a nice coffee shop to visit.
Doby Gillis
Not happy with this brand. The organic brand I normally get is cheaper and taste much fresh. Old coffee beans!!
AT N.
I am a morning regular, black coffee and a pastry. The young guy in the morning always gets it right. The others however, always get it wrong. Black coffee is not hard to remember,especially after the girl turns to ask me twice what I ordered.After I get to work and have my first sip, I noticed she put milk in my coffee. I'm lactose intolerant. I will be grouchy all morning. And this is not the first time with the same employee and so I had to write this review. Other than that, the flavored coffee is great.
Andrea B.
I used to come here all the time. I love the quality of their beans and would often buy in bulk (they make great gifts). Unfortunately, the staff here are so rude. And it's not just sometimes, literally every time I step foot in this place. I would walk in, feeling excited for a cup of good coffee, and leave feeling angry. Management sucks as they clearly don't address the issues. I won't even buy Peerless beans when I see themin a local grocery store.
Christina H.
Would not recommend. Asked for a matcha latte and there was more milk inside than matcha. Also the paper straw lasted 30 minutes before it broke off and I had to find another way to drink it. Not a good first experience :/
Always here to support local coffee shops. I am not much of a coffee drinker, but I was in the mood for an iced mocha and this place has been down the street for me. After 5 years, finally gave it a try. I really liked it. It wasn't to rich or to milky. I'll be back again.
The best fresh coffee beans in the Bay Area, especially if you want something other than dark roast.
Long time customer. Have been ordering coffee online for pick up -- until today. Mandatory 15% or more tip for placing my own order, and picking it up myself. If was asking for personal service or a special order, sure. I normally throw a few bucks in the tip jar, but this is retail service, not table service, for which they are demanding a tip. Just really leaves a bad taste in my mouth.
I got a ice white mocha with whipp and it was so delicious. workers are so nice and place is clean with outside table . Plus prices are reasonable.
Good coffee, good smoothies. Staff could be a little friendlier and/or quicker. I really wish they were open on weekends.
Their decaf vanilla nut beans is really good. We only wish they were open on Saturday's at times.
Best coffee in the Bay Area. strong coffee and best flavors. Super friendly staff. The ultimate ice frappé (mocha) made here
Recently bought some decaf Nut cream and am pleasantly surprised with nutty almond flavored taste. Great tasting.
Peerless. unswayed. They have been around forever and still are the gold standard. Sumatra Organic Dark is my jam. Order some and get a coffee drink. The place seems unchanged since the 70s in a good way
I really want to give this roaster a 5 star because it is so much better than the more commercially well-known ones. However, the staff needs more training to know items, prices, the roasting process, etc. The quality of beans, variety, and perfect blends has made me a fan of Peerless for over 20 years. A gen in Oakland and established in 1924!! Bravo!!!
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I'm not a coffee drinker, so typically I feel out of place in coffee shops and don't really enjoy them. However the atmosphere in Peerless is unlike one I've ever experienced in any average coffee shop. It feels comfortable, every wall I look at is chalk full of interesting memorabilia or fascinating machinery. Whenever I visit I usually get a tea, my favorite being a mango iced tea. It's the first coffee shop I've truly enjoyed going to on a regular basis.Something is to be said about the staff as well, every employee who I've spoken to or ordered from at this establishment has been an absolute joy to interact with. Everybody here is very friendly, not to mention helpful (given that I normally have no idea what to order). Typically people go on Yelp because they have some grievance to express or complaint to make, but my experience at Peerless has been so awesome that I felt compelled to go on and make this one. I'm glad I've found a nice coffee shop to visit.
Not happy with this brand. The organic brand I normally get is cheaper and taste much fresh. Old coffee beans!!
I am a morning regular, black coffee and a pastry. The young guy in the morning always gets it right. The others however, always get it wrong. Black coffee is not hard to remember,especially after the girl turns to ask me twice what I ordered.After I get to work and have my first sip, I noticed she put milk in my coffee. I'm lactose intolerant. I will be grouchy all morning. And this is not the first time with the same employee and so I had to write this review. Other than that, the flavored coffee is great.
I used to come here all the time. I love the quality of their beans and would often buy in bulk (they make great gifts). Unfortunately, the staff here are so rude. And it's not just sometimes, literally every time I step foot in this place. I would walk in, feeling excited for a cup of good coffee, and leave feeling angry. Management sucks as they clearly don't address the issues. I won't even buy Peerless beans when I see themin a local grocery store.
Would not recommend. Asked for a matcha latte and there was more milk inside than matcha. Also the paper straw lasted 30 minutes before it broke off and I had to find another way to drink it. Not a good first experience :/