Get Your Morning Buzz at These Sacramento-Area Coffee Shops

Sometimes you just need a little pick-me-up. And what better way to do that than to hit up one of the many coffee shops in the greater Sacramento area. We’re all familiar with the big-name chains that are found seemingly on every corner. But there are also many independent coffee shops that offer a unique, personalized experience that you won’t find anywhere else. Many feature responsibly sourced beans, seasonal flavors, and charming interiors.

So whether you’re just looking for a cuppa joe to go, a quiet place to sit and work, or a lively locale to meet up with friends, following is a roundup of some of the best independent coffee shops in the greater Sacramento area.

Mast Coffee Company | Sacramento

With two locations to choose from ­— Midtown Sacramento and Upper Land Park — this local coffee company offers high-quality products in a friendly atmosphere. They offer all the usual drinks as well as a few pastries and baked goods, plus breakfast burritos and sandwiches.

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The Pour Choice | Auburn

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Auburn’s only craft coffee bar and tap room, The Pour Choice has a variety of coffee beverages, including espresso drinks and cold brew. In fact, they have several coffees on tap at the bar at any given moment, as well as local beer and wine. You can also grab small bites such as muffins or scones, or choose from their selection of salads or sandwiches. 

Love Birds Coffee & Tea | Diamond Springs

Espresso drinks, drip coffee, frappes, and tea are just a few of the bevvies you’ll find at this friendly coffee shop in Diamond Springs. But you’d be remiss to skip their fresh-baked goodies, which include scones, muffins, cookies and more. They also have plenty of savory breakfasts and lunch items available, such as sandwiches and pasta.

Steady Eddy’s | Winters

This popular coffee shop in Winters has it all: house-roasted beans you can buy to go, decadent coffee drinks with unique flavors like white chocolate raspberry, and fruit smoothies and freezes. They also have a food menu featuring breakfast wraps, sandwiches, and salads. Die-hard coffee lovers can also join their coffee club to get the latest roasts.

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Milka Coffee Roasters | Sacramento

Sustainably sourced coffee beans is the hallmark of this local coffee shop, which is located in a historic Victorian in Downtown Sacramento. They source beans from around the world and offer a coffee subscription so you can sample them all! Their drink menu is eclectic, offering unique flavors such as Algerian mint matcha and an Apple Hill latte.

Fourscore Coffee House | Roseville

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This Abe-themed coffee shop on Lincoln Street in downtown Roseville is dedicated to bringing people together. In the spirit of The Great Emancipator, it aims to emancipate people from boring, chain-store coffee. It does this with its selection of gourmet brews, which includes espresso drinks like the matcha latte and the Gibraltar, as well as drip coffee, cold brew, and pour over. They also have small bites like avocado toast and baked goods.

Cuppa Coffee and More | Placerville

This whimsical coffee shop in Placerville is a good bet for a pick-me-up and a bite to eat. Their coffee selection includes seasonal flavors like maple cinnamon and honey lavender. Their food menu is made in-house from scratch, and includes selections such as Cornish pasties, wraps, and baked goods, with gluten-free options available.

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Morgan’s Mill | Woodland

This friendly coffee shop in Woodland is known for more than just coffee — they also have a robust lineup of musical acts that perform on Friday nights. They have a wide selection of coffees and teas available, plus baked goods and breakfast items like burritos and sandwiches. In the evenings, you can even order a glass of wine or a pint of beer.

Tule Coffee House | Elk Grove

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The newest player on the Elk Grove coffee scene, this quaint coffee house in Old Town is named for the elk that gives the town its name. The menu features all the staples you’d expect, including lattes, mochas, chai, and hot chocolate. They also serve several breakfast sandwiches and panini.

Edwin’s Coffee and Tea | Rocklin

This family-run spot in Rocklin is much more than a coffee shop. Sure, they offer espresso drinks and coffee made with house-roasted beans. But they also have a huge selection of fresh-baked goodies such as scones, muffins, and turnovers, plus savory bites like quiche and bagel sandwiches.

Double Shot Coffee Bar | El Dorado Hills

This friendly neighborhood coffee shop in El Dorado Hills is sure to satisfy your caffeine craving. They have all types of coffee drinks available, plus hot chocolate, chai, and smoothies. If you’re hungry, you can also grab a breakfast sandwich, avocado toast, quiche, or bagel.

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Volt Coffee Tea & Tap | Davis

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Davis is known for its coffee shop culture, and this one is a vibrant community gathering space serving up not just coffee and tea, but also beer. From pistachio lattes to Mexican mochas, there’s a coffee drink for every taste and up to ten beers on tap at any given time. They also serve pizza and beignets.

Pause Coffee House | Fair Oaks & Rocklin

With locations in Fair Oaks and Rocklin, this independent coffee shop has every type of coffee drink imaginable, from pour over to cappuccino, Chai lattes to Thai iced coffee. Devotees can even order cold brew growlers to go! They also have several small bites on offer, such as chia pudding and avocado toast.