Retrograde Coffee Roasters
130 S Main St #103, Sebastopol, CA
Crema's Take
“Retrograde has carved out a genuine third-place vibe in Sebastopol with genuinely warm staff and a vibrant outdoor seating area that keeps regulars coming back for their best mornings. Their espresso program shines through creative house blends like the Milky Way, and they nail the fundamentals—fast, accurate service whether you're grabbing a quick cappuccino or settling in with a laptop for the afternoon. It's the kind of neighborhood spot where the people matter as much as the coffee, with enough space and flexibility to be equally welcoming whether you're meeting a friend or getting work done solo.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, quick-grab, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings.
Google Reviews
Most people give a bad review because of a bad experience. I’m not here to do that. Retrograde, overall, just isn’t really worth going to over any other coffee shop, even in Sebastopol. A large mocha , which isn’t 20 oz like the majority of competing coffee establishments, is…
We are doing a roadtrip down from Seattle along the Pacific Coast, and we have been trying local coffee shops along the way. I consistently get a mocha each time, as that is my favorite drink. We also had their pumpkin spiced latte, and both drinks have been the best by far on…
Friendly staff with a vibrant atmosphere. I got a flat white, which they call a Milky Way due to the coffee blend of the same name. The drink was well made, for my taste it was too mild and milk forward. I can taste the coffee but it was buried by the milk.
Retrograde is always a must! I've had some of the best mornings and best lattes out front of this shop. Service is fast and accurate, and boy, is the staff friendly!!!! There are many options for everyone. Retrograde is truly inclusive and greets all their customers with a…
Stopped by Retrograde Coffee Roasters for a quick cappuccino, and it was perfect—just the way I was looking for. The café has plenty of seating, making it a great spot to relax or get some work done. The service was quick, and I appreciated that the restrooms, located behind the…
Crema Reviews
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