Your guide to America’s top roasters, one state at a time
Welcome to the next stop on our “America’s Most Loved Roasters” series! After exploring the vibrant coffee scene in Virginia, we’re heading west to the Golden State – California. Known for its innovation and diverse culture, California boasts an incredible array of coffee roasters, from bustling urban centers to serene coastal towns. We’ve scoured Reddit, Facebook, and Google reviews to bring you 10 highly-rated roasters where you can find exceptional roasted coffee beans.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Main Location (Oakland): 300 Webster St, Oakland, CA 94607
- Website: https://bluebottlecoffee.com/
- Known for its commitment to freshness and single-origin offerings.
- Verve Coffee Roasters
- Main Location (Santa Cruz): 104 Bronson St #19, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
- Website: https://www.vervecoffee.com/
- Praised for its vibrant, bright roasts and strong community presence.
- Ritual Coffee Roasters
- Main Location (San Francisco): 1026 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110
- Website: https://ritualcoffee.com/
- A San Francisco staple, highly regarded for its meticulous sourcing and roasting.
- Intelligentsia Coffee
- Main Location (Los Angeles): 1331 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
- Website: https://www.intelligentsiacoffee.com/
- While originating elsewhere, their California presence is highly rated for quality and consistency.
- Heart Coffee Roasters
- Main Location (Los Angeles): 1100 E 5th St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
- Website: https://www.heartroasters.com/
- Known for their lighter roasts that highlight the unique characteristics of each bean.
- Stumptown Coffee Roasters
- Main Location (Los Angeles): 806 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90021
- Website: https://www.stumptowncoffee.com/
- Another popular roaster with a strong following for their diverse offerings.
- Sightglass Coffee
- Main Location (San Francisco): 270 7th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
- Website: https://www.sightglasscoffee.com/
- Appreciated for their beautiful cafes and commitment to quality roasting.
- Klatch Coffee
- Main Location (Rancho Cucamonga): 8760 E Foothill Blvd #100, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
- Website: https://www.klatchroasting.com/
- A family-owned business with a strong reputation for award-winning coffees.
- Philz Coffee
- Main Location (San Francisco): 2000 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
- Website: https://www.philzcoffee.com/
- Famous for its unique “mint mojito” coffee and custom blends.
- Augie’s Coffee Roasters
- Main Location (Redlands): 113 N 5th St, Redlands, CA 92373
- Website: https://augies.coffee/
- A favorite in Southern California for its quality beans and welcoming atmosphere.
California’s coffee scene is as diverse and dynamic as the state itself, offering an incredible range of roasted beans for every palate. This list represents just a glimpse of the highly-regarded roasters that coffee lovers rave about. While I haven’t personally tried all of the above, as we continue to explore and taste, we will list our experiences under our Coffee Chronicles journey. Happy brewing!
