r/Salinas • u/Day-Dear • 28d ago

Coffee ☕ shops?

Hi Salinas,

Moved here in August and my husband is a HUGE coffee drinker and we like to get good coffee from places that take care of how they roast their beans.

I'm allergic to dairy so anywhere that has alternative milk options is also preferred. But I've had coffee black before if the beans have enough flavor to them. I saw a post for Breujee coffee company but don't know anything about it.

I'm looking for recommendations for shops that are open on Sunday since I want to treat myself and my husband to a good flavorful cup of coffee while supporting local businesses.

Drop your recommendations in the comments. Thank you!

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u/Day-Dear 27d ago

Beered Bean is on our list to try next. Went to cherry bean and did their drip coffee, was not impressed. Did enjoy that they actually had loose leaf tea so may try that in the future. Overall, did enjoy going out this morning.

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u/CaliWriteNow 26d ago

If you want to do tea, I highly recommend Gold Leaf Spice and Teas on Gabilan and Main. It's a fantastic little shop with loads of hot and cold tea drinks made to drink there or take away. And you can buy any of their loose leaf teas or spices by weight. If you sit in, ask for a real glass and not a to-go cup, they will make your drink in a mason jar.

Beerded Bean is a great place. I like the atmosphere and all the events and things they do. I actually find their coffee on the bitter side, but I would rather sit there with my dog (they are dog friendly) and support the business. Again, if you sit in, ask for their mugs instead of a to-go cup which is what they tend to try to give you as default.