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Royal Ground Coffee

Coffee shop · San Rafael

4.5 · 159 reviews Google

About Royal Ground Coffee

At Royal Ground Coffee, we're all about cozying up with a great cup of coffee and some delicious eats. As a casual cafe, we serve up our signature coffee blends alongside tasty sandwiches and fresh pastries that are sure to satisfy your cravings. Our customers rave about the warm atmosphere - think...

At Royal Ground Coffee, we're all about cozying up with a great cup of coffee and some delicious eats. As a casual cafe, we serve up our signature coffee blends alongside tasty sandwiches and fresh pastries that are sure to satisfy your cravings. Our customers rave about the warm atmosphere - think comfortable seating and plenty of natural light pouring in through our large windows - making it the perfect spot to catch up with friends or get some work done. We're particularly proud of our signature sandwiches, like our popular Turkey Club, which is made fresh daily just for you.

What Customers Say About Royal Ground Coffee

Royal Ground Coffee is a family-owned coffee shop known for its friendly staff (Lenny & Chang), fresh roasted beans, and tasty coffee drinks that rival Starbucks. Customers love the service and consider it a local gem. The only complaint is the lack of online ordering.

Popular Dishes

depth charge lox bagel avocado and tuna toast chocolate cream cheese muffin

Best For

Solo Dining Locals Quick Bite

Tip: Stop by for morning coffee and a fresh sandwich made with love. The staff is welcoming and warm, and the place is spotless.

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📶 WiFi Accessible 🌅 Breakfast 🍽️ Lunch Coffee
🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy Trendy 👥 Groups

What to see nearby

Misión San Rafael Arcángel
A 176m

Misión San Rafael Arcángel

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Museum of International Propaganda
A 271m

Museum of International Propaganda

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Albert Field
A 541m

Albert Field

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Boyd Memorial Park
A 559m

Boyd Memorial Park

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Explore the area around Royal Ground Coffee

Royal Ground Coffee is located in San Rafael, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Museums

  • Museum of International Propaganda (A 271m) — non-profit institution located in San Rafael, California

Religious Buildings

  • Misión San Rafael Arcángel (A 176m) — Spanish mission located in San Rafael, California

Parks & Gardens

  • Albert Field (A 541m) — park in Marin County, California, United States of America
  • Boyd Memorial Park (A 559m) — park in Marin County, California, United States of America

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Frequently asked questions about Royal Ground Coffee

Royal Ground Coffee is located at 1208 4th St, San Rafael, CA 94901, San Rafael.
Near Royal Ground Coffee you can find points of interest such as Misión San Rafael Arcángel, Museum of International Propaganda, Albert Field, Boyd Memorial Park.
Royal Ground Coffee offers coffee_shop cuisine.
Royal Ground Coffee has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Royal Ground Coffee offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway.
The most recommended dishes at Royal Ground Coffee based on customer reviews are: depth charge, lox bagel, avocado and tuna toast, chocolate cream cheese muffin.
Royal Ground Coffee is ideal for solo dining, locals, quick bites.
Royal Ground Coffee is a family-owned coffee shop known for its friendly staff (Lenny & Chang), fresh roasted beans, and tasty coffee drinks that rival Starbucks. Customers love the service and consider it a local gem. The only complaint is the lack of online ordering.
Stop by for morning coffee and a fresh sandwich made with love. The staff is welcoming and warm, and the place is spotless.
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Royal Ground Coffee San Rafael Reviews

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AnitaBonita Renzetti

Best coffee beans in town!!! To treat myself, I bought a pound of decaf, which comes with a free coffee. The bagel sandwiches, mouthwatering baked goods, and protein options (like hardboiled eggs) make this a perfect meet-up spot for breakfast!or lunch. They have a few tables outside that are great for dog-owners. Delightful owners, and nice quiet music in the cozy cafe where I watched the world go by today. Ahhh.

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Luke Andreassen

I've lived in San Rafael for four years now and my coffee journey has been evolving. I didn't drink coffee until about two years ago. I didn't know what I didn't or did like then. I've moved between multiple places as "my place" several times. For me originally the most important thing was a comfy space to sit for a couple hours and coffee was second. I didn't want a coffee shop with wood benches and stools and not a single soft back to be seen! Over the years I've changed to want better coffee as my taste has evolved. But the vibe is still very important to me. I finally tried royal ground and I'm glad I did. You ever walk into a place and know it's your place? That's what it is here. And they roast their own coffee so you don't have to sacrifice great coffee for a nice vibe. Wish I would have tried it earlier!

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Imtinan Abdulaziz

Such a lovely cafea! I went this morning with my family and we really enjoyed it. The staff were super friendly and nice to chat with. The place feels fresh and cozy. Highly recommend! ☕✨

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Mandy Lam

Great selection of high quality beans. I am very picky about my dark roast coffees. Aunt really loved the dark roast drip coffee. Also enjoyed a chocolate cream cheese muffin that was yummy. The service, by possibly the owner, was very kind. Felt like a nice mom and pop shop. Definitely recommend. Also reasonable prices

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Kirill Lucenko

The owner is wonderful person. I had such a great experience there. Also check the roasting machine on the back

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Jackie Kenzie

Great coffee shop. Clean and bright. Fast service and friendly. Prices are good too.

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jaycee Baird

Quite literally the BEST customer service I have every experience in my life. The women at the counter was so helpful, kind, and supportive with what I was drinking. Gave me wonderful food suggestions. Overall just a wonderful experience.

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JT Maier

Great family owned coffee shop. One of the only places that had unsweetened almond milk. Keto friendly.

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Sasa

The fresh avocado and tuna toast was very nice!!

AnitaBonita Renzetti
AnitaBonita Renzetti

Best coffee beans in town!!! To treat myself, I bought a pound of decaf, which comes with a free coffee. The bagel sandwiches, mouthwatering baked goods, and protein options (like hardboiled eggs) make this a perfect meet-up spot for breakfast!or lunch. They have a few tables outside that are great for dog-owners. Delightful owners, and nice quiet music in the cozy cafe where I watched the world go by today. Ahhh.

Imtinan Abdulaziz
Imtinan Abdulaziz

Such a lovely cafea! I went this morning with my family and we really enjoyed it. The staff were super friendly and nice to chat with. The place feels fresh and cozy. Highly recommend! ☕✨

Kirill Lucenko
Kirill Lucenko

The owner is wonderful person. I had such a great experience there. Also check the roasting machine on the back

Mandy Lam
Mandy Lam

Great selection of high quality beans. I am very picky about my dark roast coffees. Aunt really loved the dark roast drip coffee. Also enjoyed a chocolate cream cheese muffin that was yummy. The service, by possibly the owner, was very kind. Felt like a nice mom and pop shop. Definitely recommend. Also reasonable prices

Jackie Kenzie
Jackie Kenzie

Great coffee shop. Clean and bright. Fast service and friendly. Prices are good too.

jaycee Baird
jaycee Baird

Quite literally the BEST customer service I have every experience in my life. The women at the counter was so helpful, kind, and supportive with what I was drinking. Gave me wonderful food suggestions. Overall just a wonderful experience.

JT Maier
JT Maier

Great family owned coffee shop. One of the only places that had unsweetened almond milk. Keto friendly.

Sasa
Sasa

The fresh avocado and tuna toast was very nice!!

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Connor Jensen

My favorite coffee shop. The espresso is fantastic. They roast their beans fresh regularly. All the staff are really friendly and good people. I highly recommend a breve latte here, and for food I absolutely recommend the lox bagel - its so good.

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Terry Lucas

I am a regular for several reasons. Lenny roasts his own beans, from which they know how to pull a great shot of espresso. With great espresso, he and his staff can make the best coffee drinks in Marin. They also carry my favorite protein power bar, homemade from whole grains and peanut butter, with low sugar--terrific with coffee. The atmosphere is conducive to working: writing, drawing, studying, because the customers are usually quiet and polite, and the owners handle the street people before they can make a ruckus or trash the bathroom--which is always clean and fresh. This is the kind of coffee shop you can stay for five minutes or five hours, and are always treated with the best of service!

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Ivy S.

Nice alternative to the high priced and cookie cutter vibe offered by Starbucks. Comfortable and quiet with friendly people at the counter. Anything you can get at that other place, Royal Ground can make a damn tasty and probably cheaper knockoff. They were here before Starbucks was on every corner and I appreciate that too.

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Akire

You won’t find better service anywhere. I absolutely love this place. My only complaint is I can’t order online or call in since I love grabbing it on my way to work. The coffee also tastes amazing and is priced very fairly. The staff always remember me and my order which i appreciate so much. Fast and easy coffee with loving service

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Casey Oneill

Lenny and Chang are the best We’re there minimum of twice a day

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Hanna Janiak

Great service, atmosphere, and clean restrooms! The food was delicious, I would definitely return next time we are in town!

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Parker Lemme

Royal Ground Coffee is more than just a coffee shop to me. Almost everything I could say about this place would not do it justice. Their drink menu is impressively delicious, with a variety of options for casual to serious coffee drinkers. Their drinks are all very affordable, being noticeably cheaper than your usual Starbucks or Peet’s. The actual place has a very comfy, rustic vibe to it. Multiple times I’ve found myself spending hours there working or just chatting with friends. The service is also excellent. You’ll get your order less than a minute after you place it and it’s always the right temperature. The staff is also wonderful, and you can tell that they really value their customers. Royal Ground Coffee is sadly closing in September, 2022, so if you have time in the morning and you’re in the area, I highly suggest visiting it. Maybe if we support them enough they will be able to keep their amazing business going. I have nothing but praise for Royal Ground Coffee and happily rate it 5 stars.

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Nicholas Thales Giordano

Wonderful cafe! Firstly the coffee is quality 👍 strong and freshly roasted. Secondly the pastries are on point for sure, with a unique variety. Thirdly at atmosphere was lively, with very cozy seating, spaciousness, and a unique touch of the Asian culture. But for me what makes this cafe so special is the owners. I got the chance to connect with them and they took care of me like i was family. You can feel the love for their cafe and it makes for a memorable experience.

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Jessica M. Golm

You have to stop here for morning coffee and beyond! Lenny & Chang took such good care of us every morning on our Mt. Tam hiking trip. They are welcoming and warm. Chang makes foamed milk like meringue! Every sandwich is made fresh and with lots of love. The place is spotless. Total gem! Highly recommend!

Casey Oneill
Casey Oneill

Lenny and Chang are the best We’re there minimum of twice a day

Jessica M. Golm
Jessica M. Golm

You have to stop here for morning coffee and beyond! Lenny & Chang took such good care of us every morning on our Mt. Tam hiking trip. They are welcoming and warm. Chang makes foamed milk like meringue! Every sandwich is made fresh and with lots of love. The place is spotless. Total gem! Highly recommend!

Hanna Janiak
Hanna Janiak

Great service, atmosphere, and clean restrooms! The food was delicious, I would definitely return next time we are in town!

Akire
Akire

You won’t find better service anywhere. I absolutely love this place. My only complaint is I can’t order online or call in since I love grabbing it on my way to work. The coffee also tastes amazing and is priced very fairly. The staff always remember me and my order which i appreciate so much. Fast and easy coffee with loving service

Drcreeper 8
Drcreeper 8

the employees are so nice, and it tastes so much better then Starbucks. it tastes so much better than starbucks that it made me change my mind from not liking coffee to liking it.

Parker Lemme
Parker Lemme

Royal Ground Coffee is more than just a coffee shop to me. Almost everything I could say about this place would not do it justice. Their drink menu is impressively delicious, with a variety of options for casual to serious coffee drinkers. Their drinks are all very affordable, being noticeably cheaper than your usual Starbucks or Peet’s. The actual place has a very comfy, rustic vibe to it. Multiple times I’ve found myself spending hours there working or just chatting with friends. The service is also excellent. You’ll get your order less than a minute after you place it and it’s always the right temperature. The staff is also wonderful, and you can tell that they really value their customers. Royal Ground Coffee is sadly closing in September, 2022, so if you have time in the morning and you’re in the area, I highly suggest visiting it. Maybe if we support them enough they will be able to keep their amazing business going. I have nothing but praise for Royal Ground Coffee and happily rate it 5 stars.

Connor Jensen
Connor Jensen

My favorite coffee shop. The espresso is fantastic. They roast their beans fresh regularly. All the staff are really friendly and good people. I highly recommend a breve latte here, and for food I absolutely recommend the lox bagel - its so good.

Wes Harris
Wes Harris

If you enjoy speaking 50 words a second, you gotta come here. I had the depth charge and I don't think I fully heard what was in it before saying "yeah this seems like a good idea"! This place is a nice coffee roasters with the toaster machine in the back of the shop. They have a massive menu, lots to read and even more to look at behind the glass. Lots of treats and stuff you'd expect from a coffee place. The staff are friendly and the coffee is good. They have non-coffee stuff too but why would you do that?

Terry Lucas
Terry Lucas

I am a regular for several reasons. Lenny roasts his own beans, from which they know how to pull a great shot of espresso. With great espresso, he and his staff can make the best coffee drinks in Marin. They also carry my favorite protein power bar, homemade from whole grains and peanut butter, with low sugar--terrific with coffee. The atmosphere is conducive to working: writing, drawing, studying, because the customers are usually quiet and polite, and the owners handle the street people before they can make a ruckus or trash the bathroom--which is always clean and fresh. This is the kind of coffee shop you can stay for five minutes or five hours, and are always treated with the best of service!

Ivy S.
Ivy S.

Nice alternative to the high priced and cookie cutter vibe offered by Starbucks. Comfortable and quiet with friendly people at the counter. Anything you can get at that other place, Royal Ground can make a damn tasty and probably cheaper knockoff. They were here before Starbucks was on every corner and I appreciate that too.

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Colleen F

The owner of the Royal ground is the best. This is your straightforward, local coffee joint. No frills, but everything that you need and want for an early morning. Drip 4/5.

Colleen F
Colleen F

The owner of the Royal ground is the best. This is your straightforward, local coffee joint. No frills, but everything that you need and want for an early morning. Drip 4/5.

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Rob murphy

Used to be a great place to get a coffee and pastry but now the pastries are are kind of old and I got a cookie what was petrified it was sitting in this display case way too long plus lady behind is kind of upset not friendly there's a lot of other words you can use for it let's just leave it at not friendly all we got really going for this place is a pretty good cup of coffee that's about it !

Rob murphy
Rob murphy

Used to be a great place to get a coffee and pastry but now the pastries are are kind of old and I got a cookie what was petrified it was sitting in this display case way too long plus lady behind is kind of upset not friendly there's a lot of other words you can use for it let's just leave it at not friendly all we got really going for this place is a pretty good cup of coffee that's about it !

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Highly Rated
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