For richer or pour over, Sacramento’s coffee shops are what keep us going in the morning. Coffee is the second-most consumed beverage in the US after water.
The Farm-to-Fork Capital has no shortage of masterful baristas, aromatic roasts, and foamy lattes. But if you’re having trouble deciding on a spot, gather some brews clues with our guide to many of the best coffee shops in Sac.
Pro tip: If you need to refine your order, review the different kinds of coffee before stepping up to the counter.
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Cheers to Old Soul Co.
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Perfect for a date
Milka Coffee Roasters, 1501 G St., Sacramento | Sip on a spicy Apple Hill latte at this cozy Victorian-house-turned-cafe.
Temple Coffee Roasters, Various locations | With eight locations popping up across the area over the past 17 years, Temple has become a Sacramento coffee staple — and the site of many casual first dates.
Plenty of outlets and internet connection
Old Soul Co., Various locations | With breakfast options, you can’t go wrong with this local chain’s four practical spots across the River City. You’ll also be pleased to hear each spot has pretty fast WiFi.
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Oh, honey (lavender latte).
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Specialty drinks
Goodside Coffee, 1430 H St., Sacramento| Goodside Coffee offers a rotating menu of limited availability roasts and seasonal beverages — like The Beam.
Camellia Coffee Roasters, 1200 R St., Ste. 130, Sacramento| This creative + colorful cafe offers specialty drinks like a horchata cold brew.
Roasts to boast
Pachamama, Various locations | Nurture your roots at this farmer-owned shop by donating to plant a coffee tree or two as you sip on your cup of single origin roast from places like Peru and Africa.
The Mill, Various locations| Want to stock up on The Mill’s delicious roasted coffee? You can order a 5-pound bulk bag from the shop’s website.
Chocolate Fish Coffee Roasters, Various locations | Multi-award winning Chocolate Fish not only offers fantastic roasts, but also has classes to help you become a true coffee connoisseur.
Best bites
Mast Coffee, 2421 17th St., Sacramento | Small plates and seasonal beverages compliment this cafe’s coffee options.
Scorpio Coffee, 1905 16th St., Sacramento| Nothing screams opulence like sipping coffee in a fashionably minimalist cafe while eating stunningly-plated vegetarian breakfast dishes, like the apple ricotta toast.
On-the-go joe
Burnside Coffee Bar, 902 K St., Sacramento| This Midtown coffee cart is perfect for the busy bee who doesn’t have time to pop into a coffee shop and wait in line.