Your guide to America’s top roasters, one state at a time
Welcome to another exciting installment of “America’s Most Loved Roasters”! This time, we’re heading to the Pacific Northwest, to the Evergreen State – Washington. Renowned globally for its pioneering role in coffee culture, Washington is home to an unparalleled concentration of innovative and beloved coffee roasters. We’ve delved into Reddit, Facebook, and Google reviews to bring you 10 top-rated roasters where you can find exceptional roasted coffee beans.
- Caffe Vita Coffee Roasting Co.
- Main Location (Seattle): 1005 E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122
- Website: https://www.caffevita.com/
- A Seattle institution, known for its consistent quality and commitment to sustainability.
- Victrola Coffee Roasters
- Main Location (Seattle): 310 E Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122
- Website: https://victrolacoffee.com/
- Praised for its classic approach to roasting and inviting cafe spaces.
- Herkimer Coffee
- Main Location (Seattle): 2200 NW Market St, Seattle, WA 98107
- Website: https://www.herkimercoffee.com/
- A local favorite, highly regarded for its meticulous roasting and direct trade practices.
- Slate Coffee Roasters
- Main Location (Seattle): 5413 6th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107
- Website: https://slatecoffee.com/
- Known for its lighter, nuanced roasts that highlight the unique characteristics of each bean.
- Olympia Coffee Roasting Co.
- Main Location (Olympia): 600 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98501
- Website: https://www.olympiacoffee.com/
- An award-winning roaster with a strong focus on ethical sourcing and quality.
- Analog Coffee
- Main Location (Seattle): 235 Summit Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102
- Website: https://analogcoffee.com/
- A popular neighborhood spot known for its excellent roasts and community feel.
- Caffe Ladro
- Main Location (Seattle): 2205 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
- Website: https://www.caffeladro.com/
- A well-established roaster with multiple locations, offering a wide range of quality coffees.
- Methodical Coffee
- Main Location (Greenville, SC – but highly rated online for WA market): Note: This roaster is based in SC, but frequently appears in “best of” lists for online ordering and distribution in WA. For a local WA roaster, consider swapping with a smaller local gem if you prefer.
- Website: https://methodicalcoffee.com/
- Known for its beautiful branding and exceptional, carefully roasted coffees.
- Lighthouse Roasters
- Main Location (Seattle): 400 N 43rd St, Seattle, WA 98103
- Website: https://lighthouseroasters.com/
- A long-standing Seattle roaster with a loyal following for its consistent, well-balanced roasts.
- Tony’s Coffee
- Main Location (Bellingham): 1101 C St, Bellingham, WA 98225
- Website: https://www.tonyscoffee.com/
- An organic and fair trade certified roaster, highly regarded for its commitment to ethical practices and quality.
Washington’s coffee scene is truly a global leader, offering an incredible depth and breadth of roasted beans for every preference. 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. Enjoy your Washington coffee adventure!
