5 Great Coffeehouses in Sonoma County

Our boutique Sonoma County coffee purveyors hand-roast artisanal beans, grind them to order, and serve them in all styles, from Americana to Vienna. As we all know, a steaming hot cup of java is as critical to a happy morning for many people as oxygen.

Lift a mug to these standout sips:

1. Petaluma Coffee & Tea Co., Petaluma

Come for the coffee; stay for the character. The hum of a (very) vintage roaster churning out beans, the warm rapport of baristas and longtime customers, and live piano music several mornings — Sonoma County’s oldest coffeehouse and roastery is a must-visit stop on your trip.

Located in historic downtown Petaluma’s iconic Warehouse District, Petaluma Coffee & Tea Co. opened its doors in 1989 and has amassed a loyal following. They specialize in crafting house roasts of Fair Trade international beans and house blends of teas from around the world. Stay and sip — or pick up a bag of beans as a souvenir, like the Godfather’s Roast or the Rooster Roast.

2. Taylor Lane, Sebastopol

Savor a handcrafted cup and a delicious bite at this cozy coffee bar at The Barlow. Enjoy the warm, modern décor inside — or bring your tasty plates to the patio for a bit of fresh air and sunshine. The flashy new two-story coffee shop and roastery is a stylish neighborhood hot spot for catching up with friends over a scone-of-the-day and exotic single-origin organic coffee.

Call it a labor of love — Chris and Terri Martin started roasting organic coffee in an old barn on the property in 1993, and you can taste their dedication in every cup.

3. Retrograde Coffee Roasters, Sebastopol

Relax at the indoor and outdoor cafe space of Retrograde Coffee Roasters situated on Main Street in Sebastopol, where visitors are greeted like family. Freshly roasted coffee in signature teal bags adorns one wall while rotating exhibits of local artists’ work grace the others. This coffee shop is a community.

From seasonal cardamom lattes to lattes made with charcoal and rose or beet, this place puts wellness first and hand-makes all their own syrups and natural additions to their espresso (which is also roasted in-house) to bring you the most authentic and rejuvenating flavors of Sonoma County.

4. Flying Goat Coffee, Healdsburg

Espresso No. 9, Mrs. Garland’s Blend, The Organic Optimist — at this chic hometown destination, the coffees are globally sourced, uniquely named, and distinctively flavored. Even the decaf here is cool, like the robust Opening Night Decaf. Bright, friendly, and typically open until 5 p.m. — at this Healdsburg Plaza cafe, there’s even a handy “secret window” for online order pickups when you’re in the mood for a coffee and a stroll.

The stuff is so good that Flying Goat was once chosen as the winner in the Good Food Awards coffee category out of 200 entries from the best roasters around the country. It was also designated a Gold Seal winner, a special distinction for winners that go beyond the Good Food Awards sustainability guidelines. 

5. Crooks Coffee, Santa Rosa

Located in the heart of Sonoma County in downtown Santa Rosa, Crooks Coffee is a family-owned and operated cafe that offers 100% Sonoma County products. Crooks has many of cafe favorites, such as espresso, Americano, cappuccino, and lattes. They also have unique specialty drinks, so you may find a new favorite, like a creme brulee latte, golden milk latte, or Mexican hot chocolate. 

This is a comfy, favorite downtown spot with local art on the walls and plenty of reasons to sit, sip, and stay a while, including fresh pastries or toast piled with goodies like brie, fig, or avocado.

For more ideas, read Where to Eat Breakfast in Sonoma County and Delicious Bakeries and Patisseries.