The Coffee Roastery

The Coffee Roastery

701 San Anselmo Ave, San Rafael, CA

★★★★★4.4(441 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“This San Rafael roastery strikes that rare balance between efficiency and warmth, getting you out the door with an excellent espresso drink in minutes or inviting you to linger over a pour over while live music fills the space on weekends. The team here clearly takes their craft seriously—reviewers consistently rave about the quality and complexity of the beans themselves, with a rotating selection that rewards both quick-grab coffee drinkers and slow-sip enthusiasts. It's the kind of unpretentious neighborhood gem that feels genuinely loved by its community, complete with excellent pastries and a corner-spot visibility that draws in curious visitors from across the country.”

What to expect

Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit spot, quick-grab. Pastries on the menu.

Traditional drinksPour overSlow sitPastriesQuick grabCraft espresso

Google Reviews

Claire Mizutani
★★★★★5 months ago

Went on a Sunday morning and even though it was busy I got through the line quickly and my drink was ready in just a few minutes. I got a black and white mocha and thought it was very sweet but in a good way. It can feel a bit cramped inside but there is plenary of outdoor…

Steve Devas
★★★★★6 months ago

I love good coffee shops. To be honest, the Fairfax Coffee Roastery isn't my typical cool, ultra Swedish hip décor kind of place that I usually go for. Does that matter? No! The Roastery is soo Fairfax, so down home and so daggily local that going there is wandering in to the…

Matthew Lawless
★★★★★a year ago

Stopped by when visiting from New Jersey. Cute place right on the corner, you can't miss is and can feel the positive vibes from the street. Tons of baked goods with a huge selection of coffees to try. Everything was great!

Daniel Flores
★★★★★3 years ago

This coffee was hands down one of the best I've ever had! As someone who enjoys regular dark coffee with only half & half, I'm able to really taste the quality of the coffee itself, and this place was absolutely amazing. I stumbled upon it while passing through town one morning,…

Chelsea Robertson
★★★★★8 years ago

What a gem! There was live music on a Sunday when we were there, and he was incredible! Good coffee, friendly service, fast line, lots of places to sit. They have a large variety of beans and roasts. Definitely worth a visit the next time you're in Fairfax.

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