Pacific Coffee Roasting

A great place for sunshine and coffee. Social distancing is easy on the big patio outside of this locals spot. The tables are appropriately spaced and patrons casually wait to enter to order a great coffee, assorted baked goods and other delights. The toasted everything bagel with scrambled egg and bacon was very good. The croissants looked delicious. I was jealous of my friends choice to get one.

My family and I regularly visit, and always enjoy ourselves. The owner and staff are generally warm and friendly. I love that they offer an awesome organic acai bowl at a fair price, and that they have a whole selection of organic Three Twins ice cream available. My husband says the coffee is great too :)

Love the staff here! Great food, drinks, and service. My son was busy enjoying his bagel sandwich when he knocked over his hot chocolate. Although I had asked for a wet cloth and paper towels to clean it up. The staff was quick to help us get the area cleaned themselves. Then advised they would provide my son a replacement hot chocolate. (So sweet of them!!) Now that's service and they have gained a repeat customer!!

Real good coffee, shots are pulled to time on a La Marzocco. Pastries are solid. Not super sweet.

Excellent service from the counter person who cheerfully and perfectly handled my complicated order. The coffee and delicious treats made me and my fellow fire evacuees feel so much better. She was especially patient with my poor hearing, which annoys the heck out everyone except her. The coffee and the treats were delicious. Do try the coffee cake and the crumb pastries. Yummy! I will be back soon!

The Pacific Coffee Roasting Company in Aptos is one of our all time favorite cafes. Delicious coffee, high quality tea, a wonderful variety of fresh pastries. Great environment with both indoor and outdoor seating. Very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff. GREAT local spot with a friendly environment and people welcoming to new comers. Recommend - coffee, cappuccino, bagels, oatmeal, acai bowls, pastries, tea.

They have the best espresso in Aptos.

Great coffee. I go and get the whole bean coffee as I much prefer small batch local places over the huge chains. These guys don't burn the beans and give you full flavor. The staff is also great and knowledgeable about the coffee too. Highly recommend it.

Great Coffee and breakfast! Tom , the Owner roasts the coffee every Wed inside the store...after 5pm the show goes on! You should stop and see that at least once! The Aroma of the roasted coffee is amazing ! I love the ambient... I love Tom and Dena ( The owners ) and the all crew! Very friendly.

Just what we were looking for as we prepared for a long road trip. Quality coffee and quick breakfast! Cinnamon bun, egg and cheese bagel doing with acai bowl and fruit smoothie! All delicious and served by a friendly staff. Clean venue and bathroom. Just go!

Really good coffee and fair prices. I love going and getting a coffee and oatmeal and not spending a small fortune like other local shops.

Stopped in early on a Monday to get a cold brew. Coffee was great and staff was friendly and quick. Price was great as well. Only one person in front of me in line.

Has been one of my favorite coffee shops for a long time. Family owned and operated. Delicious coffee and espresso drinks. My favorite is the cafe ibarra which is like dark chocolate espresso that is not sweet!! Not like a mocha. It's amazing if you like mochas but don't want all the sugar. Also good for a cheap quick delicious coffee in your own to go mug.

The Pacific Coffee Roasting Company is one of my favorite spots! Great coffee. Delicious pastries. Friendly employees. I recommend you get a Double con Panna made upside down. It's a delicious espresso dessert drink. It's simply two shots of espresso pulled over half a cup of whipped cream. Delicious! Nice atmosphere with very nice outdoor seating on the patio. I think you'll love the Pacific Coffee Roasting Company in Aptos, CA.

Great coffee. Great soft bagels. Got an egg and cheese on it. Yumm. Got apricot/almond scones. Best one i had in years honestly. Very impressed. Friendly staff =]

The best treat for a Sunday morning! We were on a roadtrip and hit the lottery with this stop. Hands down the best gluten free bagel I’ve ever had and yummy coffee. 11/10, couldn’t recommend more! Incredible service and the friendliest vibes :) thank you!!!

I see why people are lined up outside the door. They make really good coffee, and more than just make a tasty cup of coffee. They actually roast the beans right there--the bags of beans are on the floor to the right as you enter, and their roasting machine is across from the beans. It doesn't stop there. They have a case of sweet treats. I had a chocolate macaroon that was quite tasty. The staff is friendly. They have tables inside and out. The tables outside have umbrellas for shade. There is plenty of room to bring your friends. One more thing I really like is you can buy the coffee they roast. I am enjoying a cup of dark roast Columbian coffee and a chocolate macaroon while soaking up the rays at Pacific Coffee Roasting Co. I love the beauty that the owner cultivates in this space!

Great coffee. Good vibes!

delicious açaí bowl. ordered a large and was more than enough to fill me up for breakfast! very refreshing and tasty. i also ordered a small hot chocolate. i was delighted to find that it was just to my liking. not too sweet, not too little sweetness. i definitely recommend checking this coffee shop out. the smell as soon as you step foot in is energizing!

I’m not a coffee drinker but have to say their bagel with egg is the best. The egg is light and fluffy and you can add several options. It’s always cooked to order and hot. This place has become my go-to breakfast place. The oatmeal is also pretty good.

They know what they are doing! Our barista took a while to get us the oat milk cappuccinos but it was so frothy and well done. I appreciated her taking the time and enjoyed the coffee.

We were visiting from out of town and ended up eating here nearly everyday of our trip! Everyone was so welcoming and friendly! The food and drinks were all absolutely perfect every time! We had a great experience and will definitely return if we are ever back in the area!

A great local coffeehouse ☕️🥛🍼with a nice roasting machine on display. Try the Iberra mocha and the Greek quiche 🥧👌🌟

Delicious sesame bagel, cream cheese and jam washed down with exquisite fresh Ethiopian coffee. Friendly environment in a convenient location!

Lucas Litwin

Great coffee. Great soft bagels. Got an egg and cheese on it. Yumm. Got apricot/almond scones. Best one i had in years honestly. Very impressed. Friendly staff =]

Katie Spieler

The best treat for a Sunday morning! We were on a roadtrip and hit the lottery with this stop. Hands down the best gluten free bagel I’ve ever had and yummy coffee. 11/10, couldn’t recommend more! Incredible service and the friendliest vibes :) thank you!!!

JoAnn SkyWatcher

I see why people are lined up outside the door. They make really good coffee, and more than just make a tasty cup of coffee. They actually roast the beans right there--the bags of beans are on the floor to the right as you enter, and their roasting machine is across from the beans. It doesn't stop there. They have a case of sweet treats. I had a chocolate macaroon that was quite tasty. The staff is friendly. They have tables inside and out. The tables outside have umbrellas for shade. There is plenty of room to bring your friends. One more thing I really like is you can buy the coffee they roast. I am enjoying a cup of dark roast Columbian coffee and a chocolate macaroon while soaking up the rays at Pacific Coffee Roasting Co. I love the beauty that the owner cultivates in this space!

TG

They know what they are doing! Our barista took a while to get us the oat milk cappuccinos but it was so frothy and well done. I appreciated her taking the time and enjoyed the coffee.

Elsa Wansink

We were visiting from out of town and ended up eating here nearly everyday of our trip! Everyone was so welcoming and friendly! The food and drinks were all absolutely perfect every time! We had a great experience and will definitely return if we are ever back in the area!

olivia lopez

delicious açaí bowl. ordered a large and was more than enough to fill me up for breakfast! very refreshing and tasty. i also ordered a small hot chocolate. i was delighted to find that it was just to my liking. not too sweet, not too little sweetness. i definitely recommend checking this coffee shop out. the smell as soon as you step foot in is energizing!

David Sciplin

I’m not a coffee drinker but have to say their bagel with egg is the best. The egg is light and fluffy and you can add several options. It’s always cooked to order and hot. This place has become my go-to breakfast place. The oatmeal is also pretty good.

miguel chang

A great local coffeehouse ☕️🥛🍼with a nice roasting machine on display. Try the Iberra mocha and the Greek quiche 🥧👌🌟

Paul Rosenthal

Delicious sesame bagel, cream cheese and jam washed down with exquisite fresh Ethiopian coffee. Friendly environment in a convenient location!

Lauren S

Nice guy was standing at the door roasting beans. I didn’t realize they’re only open til 2 for now but he was kind enough to give me an ice coffee with a splash of milk anyway. I will definitely come again, this time before they close!

Absolutely thrilled with our experience at Pacific Coffee Roasting Co! The moment we walked in, we were greeted by Sarah, who was incredibly sweet and welcoming. Their warm hospitality made our visit truly special. Not only was the service outstanding, but the coffee and food were also fantastic—full of flavor and perfectly prepared. It was the perfect start to our day, and we’ll definitely be back next time we're in town. Highly recommend!

Outstanding mocha espresso and THE best gluten free bagel sandwich I have ever had. And today they had 3 GF bagel options! This is the best coffee shop, highly recommend. The staff is awesome and so friendly.

I recently visited this place and had a fantastic experience; the white mocha was perfectly balanced with rich espresso and creamy white chocolate, making it a delicious treat. The friendly and knowledgeable staff made me feel welcome right away, adding to the overall charm of the shop. Overall, it's a must-visit for coffee lovers, and I can't wait to go back! Highly recommended!

Support small businesses! This is our go-to for freshly roasted coffee beans. We enjoy the lovely patio, too.

CG

Outstanding mocha espresso and THE best gluten free bagel sandwich I have ever had. And today they had 3 GF bagel options! This is the best coffee shop, highly recommend. The staff is awesome and so friendly.

Karen McDowell

Support small businesses! This is our go-to for freshly roasted coffee beans. We enjoy the lovely patio, too.

Mohammed Zaza

I recently visited this place and had a fantastic experience; the white mocha was perfectly balanced with rich espresso and creamy white chocolate, making it a delicious treat. The friendly and knowledgeable staff made me feel welcome right away, adding to the overall charm of the shop. Overall, it's a must-visit for coffee lovers, and I can't wait to go back! Highly recommended!

Drew Wansink

Absolutely thrilled with our experience at Pacific Coffee Roasting Co! The moment we walked in, we were greeted by Sarah, who was incredibly sweet and welcoming. Their warm hospitality made our visit truly special. Not only was the service outstanding, but the coffee and food were also fantastic—full of flavor and perfectly prepared. It was the perfect start to our day, and we’ll definitely be back next time we're in town. Highly recommend!

What a fantastic find. The staff is really friendly and nice. They serve great tea and coffee. There is plenty of outdoor seating and they have a bathroom that you can use (because we all know that you rent coffee).

Friendly staff at this cafe with coffee beans, coffee drinks and bagels. They also roast and sell coffee beans as well. Outside dining during COVID19 is available. They do practice social distancing with marks on the floor. Had a Cafe Latte that was good - would have like it a little stronger - but still good. As of Aug 2020 they are open til 7pm.

Fantastic coffee. Fairly good pastries, although my Daughter did not enjoy her scone. My croissant was pretty good. I would imagine this place has better coffee than most int he immediate area.

Owners are a little uptight, especially for average quality coffee, tea, and food. Some of the food is homemade, for better or for worse. Expect to be charged extra for at least one thing that's usually free at most other places. Good amount of parking and seating. Love the self serve option for coffee and the gelato selection.

This place has a nice vibe, lots of light / windows and an interesting menu of beverages , baked goods and pastries. Staff is friendly . There’s outdoor seating too …. A good place to chill with friends or just find a quiet corner with your fav book & beverage :) I got a choc brownie and a latte . Enjoyed both. Their muffins & breads looked tempting as well .

We were met by the owner who explained many of the pastries were made with a sourdough starter. Being new to the place I had a few questions unfortunately the cashier was impatient and didn’t thank us for our business. We tried the cinnamon roll, bunt cake and coffee ☕️ all were delicious.

Nice and relax setting. Good fresh coffee but no latte art. There are some breakfast pastries to grab and go. We ordered latte and a mocha tea and they were both good.

S B

This place has a nice vibe, lots of light / windows and an interesting menu of beverages , baked goods and pastries. Staff is friendly . There’s outdoor seating too …. A good place to chill with friends or just find a quiet corner with your fav book & beverage :) I got a choc brownie and a latte . Enjoyed both. Their muffins & breads looked tempting as well .

April Kramer-Hladik (Momsoon)

We were met by the owner who explained many of the pastries were made with a sourdough starter. Being new to the place I had a few questions unfortunately the cashier was impatient and didn’t thank us for our business. We tried the cinnamon roll, bunt cake and coffee ☕️ all were delicious.

mediscover style

Nice and relax setting. Good fresh coffee but no latte art. There are some breakfast pastries to grab and go. We ordered latte and a mocha tea and they were both good.

Got the cafe amaretto. Absolutely no almond flavor. Just tasted like regular coffee with milk. Wasn’t worth the $5.75.

Pretty average coffee shop. I usually come here because it's the closest coffee shop to my house, but overall I find their drip coffee pretty underwhelming. Just okay. I have tried their chai latte as well, and it was fine, but I wasn't really impressed. I have also tried the breakfast sandwich on a bagel, and it tasted kind of bland. With so many other local coffee shops that I know are great in Santa Cruz, Pacific Coffee just doesn't stack up to the competition in my opinion. But if it's just simple coffee you're looking for, then Pacific Coffee will do just fine. They have a decent amount of seating inside, but not very many outlets, so be aware if you plan on plugging in.

Very sad, watery coffee. The bacon egg and cheese bagel had one tiny strip of bacon and like a light sprinkle of cheese. They gave us to-go cups even though our order was not to-go, didn’t even give us opting to for-here cups. Not a huge deal, just kind of weird since they have real cups and they have to charge for disposable.

Monika Jansen

Very sad, watery coffee. The bacon egg and cheese bagel had one tiny strip of bacon and like a light sprinkle of cheese. They gave us to-go cups even though our order was not to-go, didn’t even give us opting to for-here cups. Not a huge deal, just kind of weird since they have real cups and they have to charge for disposable.

I've been a regular at this wonderful shop for nearly 20 years now. It's where I've always gone to get my beans. In the last 3 months I've come in twice to purchase coffee beans and have been completely ignored by the counter staff. The first time I waited nearly 10 minutes while several new groups came in and were served before me. I finally spoke up and was served, but the staff person was rude and dismissive. Today was the 2nd time. Came in again, and waited at the bean counter. Waited close to 10 minutes again, while a family of 4 and then a couple came in after me and got served first at the main counter. No acknowledgement by the staff that I was even there. No eye contact, no "hold on a moment". Nothing. I even waved my hand just before they were about to serve the family that came in after me, but they ignored me. I don't have time for this. Time to find a new coffee shop.

I have been visiting this coffee shop for years because I enjoy seeing the familiar faces of the local community, and the food is consistently fresh, hot, and delicious. However, today my bagel was only lukewarm, the cinnamon bun I asked to be warmed was served cold, and my café Ibarra was merely warm as it sat on the counter without a name tag for collection. I had specifically requested my coffee in a mug, but it arrived in a paper cup instead. I approached the counter to confirm if it was mine and reiterated my request for a mug. The girl with short, curly hair seemed annoyed and rudely transferred my drink to a proper cup before walking away. Such poor service… Dena and Tom have always prioritized excellent customer service, and they would be disappointed to learn that the quality has slipped since the new ownership took over a few months ago. The three girls at the counter seem more interested in chatting amongst themselves than attending to customers. That's a definite no.

Nit TheGrit

I've been a regular at this wonderful shop for nearly 20 years now. It's where I've always gone to get my beans. In the last 3 months I've come in twice to purchase coffee beans and have been completely ignored by the counter staff. The first time I waited nearly 10 minutes while several new groups came in and were served before me. I finally spoke up and was served, but the staff person was rude and dismissive. Today was the 2nd time. Came in again, and waited at the bean counter. Waited close to 10 minutes again, while a family of 4 and then a couple came in after me and got served first at the main counter. No acknowledgement by the staff that I was even there. No eye contact, no "hold on a moment". Nothing. I even waved my hand just before they were about to serve the family that came in after me, but they ignored me. I don't have time for this. Time to find a new coffee shop.

Dalia

I have been visiting this coffee shop for years because I enjoy seeing the familiar faces of the local community, and the food is consistently fresh, hot, and delicious. However, today my bagel was only lukewarm, the cinnamon bun I asked to be warmed was served cold, and my café Ibarra was merely warm as it sat on the counter without a name tag for collection. I had specifically requested my coffee in a mug, but it arrived in a paper cup instead. I approached the counter to confirm if it was mine and reiterated my request for a mug. The girl with short, curly hair seemed annoyed and rudely transferred my drink to a proper cup before walking away. Such poor service… Dena and Tom have always prioritized excellent customer service, and they would be disappointed to learn that the quality has slipped since the new ownership took over a few months ago. The three girls at the counter seem more interested in chatting amongst themselves than attending to customers. That's a definite no.