If you've spent any real time in Carmel, then you already know Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co is more than just a coffee shop. This was my spot during college. I used to start my mornings here before heading off to school, and it became part of my routine without even thinking about it. It's one of those places that just sticks with you. What I always loved was the feel of it. Not just coffee, but the atmosphere. You walk in and there's always something new on the walls, different photographs, local art. It gives the place real character and makes it feel alive, not just another café. The coffee is solid, always has been. Consistent, fresh, and exactly what you want to start your day. And the people are always friendly. That made a big difference. It's one thing to have good coffee, but when you're greeted the right way every time, it turns into a place you actually want to go back to. It became part of my routine back then, and it's still one of those places I look back on and appreciate. Love this place. read more

Yuck. Cold brew was fine but my latte was disgusting. I got it half sweet and love a sweet latte but it tasted burnt and was too sugary. I don't even know how to describe it but it was just bad. You took and sip and didn't want to swallow. The banana flavoring was also grossly artificial. read more

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The lavender latte I ordered was divine ! I especially enjoyed the outside sitting area where people and animals both collide in a majestic combination - birds and dogs alike. Very pet friendly which is a plus for me personally. I also liked the spacious layout, without overcrowding and their animals enjoying a beautifully sunny day out and a cup of joe along with it. read more

Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co - Personal mug and latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carmel, California

During the trip to Carmel, tried this coffee place early morning- pleasant staff - coffee was decent, I just tried their drip medium roast black coffee. Just what was needed on a chilly morning during thanksgiving weekend..and grabbed their carrot loaf slice which was really fresh and yummy. Not the typical very sweet types, and get it warmed for best taste. Part of the barnyard shopping center with plenty of eating indoors and outdoors too. read more

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The coffee was good. The time we went, there was no line so there wasn't much of a wait. This coffee spot seems like a popular chain in Carmel. I wouldn't say it's a must stop shop for coffee, but if you want coffee and you are near it, why not. read more

Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co - Fogbreaker Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carmel, California

Cute little coffee shop. Came in on a Monday morning and it was slightly busy but didn't have to wait too long for my order. The WiFi was strong enough to get some work done. read more

My partner and I both got drip and it was so yummy!! We are both baristas so you can take our word for it. Service was friendly and quick, and it's tucked away in a charming barn style mall. Would recommend especially if you're staying at Carmel Mission Inn-- just a 1 minute walk behind the hotel. cheers! read more

Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co - dog friendly patio too! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carmel, California

Okay... it's good. Got the Fireside Bevvy, it legit tastes like a toasted marshmallow! My partner got the banana bread latte, the foam is very yummy, and the drink itself is also very good. Both drinks have a good coffee taste. My only complaint, if I had to pick one, would be a little less syrup on the Fireside Bevvy, but the description says toasted marshmallow white mocha, so I wasn't expecting anything less than sweet. Service was quick and friendly. It was a slow Saturday afternoon, but both baristas were friendly. Would definitely come again! read more

Well coming to Carmel by the Sea you expect a few things. The sea (ocean), the stoker ambiance, and the lovely residents. At this roasting company, you expect them to be good at brewing and roasting. But they overlook how good they are at their ice to water ratio. Just enough ice to chill and sustain the water. Cheers and thank you. read more

Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carmel, California

After lunch at Sur at The Barnyard, we visited Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company around 2 pm, located in the same complex, for an afternoon coffee on New Year's Day. The staff was courteous, though they appeared a bit mellow. I ordered a honey lavender latte. Unfortunately, the lavender flavor was overpowering, and I ended up drinking only half before discarding the rest. Next time, I plan to try a plain latte which is my usual go-to drink. The café offers a simple and cozy atmosphere, with outdoor seating available to enjoy the fresh air. It's a pleasant spot to relax and unwind away from the crowded tourists in other areas. read more

Grabbed two cold brews here and they were delicious -- light, refreshing, and perfectly balanced. The location has a great vibe with fun outdoor seating, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. A great spot for a quick caffeine hit or to relax outside. Definitely a place I'd come back to! read more

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How about making the drinks instead of all the staff just chatting with each other?? The delays are crazy, they need an onsite manager to manage. read more

Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co - How about making the drinks instead of all the staff just chatting with each other?? - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carmel, California

Happened to be around the area and so glad I stopped by to taste their cup of mocha. It was delicious and believe better than Starbucks! Might be that they use Ghirardelli. Went there around 8am and came back around 1pm to get their blended mocha which was also amazing! Definitely coming back when in town. Then inside had space for people to sit and chat or do some work. They have black and white photos of Carmel by a local photographer. read more

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We've lived in Carmel since 2010 (full time since 2014) and can't imagine not loving Carmel Roasters in the Barnyard. Over the years, we've lived their coffee drinks, the delicious breakfast treats and burritos, but mostly we love the people who work there and make it an inviting place to go. Used to be Claire was our favorite barista, but she left to work in medicine helping people. Now our favorite is Charli. She makes a killer latter and a maniacal Mocha Frap. My wife loves her decaf mocha frap, no whip cream! Compared to Starbucks (aka The Borg) Carmel Roasters is the only coffee shop you should frequent. All three locations are good, but the Barnyard is #1! read more

Coffee is solid, but not consistent. I got a cold brew and it tasted a little watered down ~ maybe ask for light ice? But the staff is kind and it's a good place to work! read more

The line here goes by really slowly. I felt like the drinks were very average, nothing special. I also thought the drinks were very pricey. read more

Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carmel, California

As soon as i walked it it felt very warm and welcoming and the cashier was very helpful with my drink since i wanted to make it sugar free syrups and add banana cream to the latte. Although the drink ended up being $9... safe to say it was worth it and was delicious considering that this was probably the only time I'll ever be in this town so it was memorable. The morning glory bread was also very delicious and not sweet !! read more

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The lattes, pastries, and food we ordered got the job done. It was a small, local business walking distance from our hotel. I'm not dying to go back but I'm glad I tried it. read more

The craft of making a latte could use some improvement my medium iced latte came out very light and milky-- definitely an indicator of a not-so-great latte in my book. I understand a medium/16oz only comes with two espresso shots however, I think something went wrong here. I've been to other coffee shops where an additional shot isn't necessary and my latte comes out perfectly brown with a balanced espresso & milk ratio. Maybe it was the type of roast they used or their machine needs to be calibrated. I ended up transferring the latte to my own cup when i got home to save for tomorrow and I'll add extra espresso! read more

Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co - Medium Honeycomb Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carmel, California

The sourdough coffee cake is to die for! It's dense on the bottom with a really great crumble on top. The salted honey latte was pretty good too. The Barnyard area that the coffee shop is located in is so cute. read more

Great coffee, nice people and located in the Barnyard/ Crossroads. Grab a cofffee and enjoy the gardens.

Nice coffee shop located in the Barnyard Shopping Center. I ordered a black coffee dark roast. I did want medium roast but they ran out at that time. I normally prefer medium roast but I was really surprised how delicious this dark roast was. It was not bitter at all. They had some delicious looking pastries and refrigerated snack foods but I was headed back to the valley and just wanted some coffee. Barista was nice and friendly. The shop is clean with lots of window seating. read more

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The customer service leaves much to be desired at this location. The person who took my order was kind and accommodating but the other employee (possibly the supervisor) is rude unless you're a regular. I spent nearly $70 this morning and myself and my order weren't received warmly by said employee. And when I had to return to have a mistake corrected she was rude yet again despite it being her mistake. In the future I will brave the line at the Carmel by the Sea location instead of risking feeling uncomfortable at Crossroads again. read more

I arrived at Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co while on a crisp early January staycation to find the place bustling, busy even. Because of this, I had expected that this location would provide a stellar experience as surely they had prepared for the weekend rush. Busy means good, right? I ordered my Latte with cold foam (a detail that is important for later in this story). Now, I'm sure you're asking yourself, "Does this guy know what he's talking about? Is he some kind of coffee connoisseur? Has he been to italy, scoured the countryside with the locals, painstakingly roasting and grinding his own distinctive blend of robusta and arabica beans to craft the perfect espresso to be consumed by the leaning tower while enjoying an authentic neapolitan style pizza with the absolute freshest whole milk low moisture mozzarella?" To which I'll respond, of course not. I'm just some guy with a caffeine addiction who expects the bare minimum or as expected result when it comes to my fast casual dining and cafe experiences. I didn't mind the wait, 5 minutes, 10 minutes, who knows? I wasn't paying attention, I'm half asleep over here. I was just hoping that in the end I'd follow my daily routine of receiving a delicious $9 latte that is definitely the reason I will not be buying a $1.2 million 200 sq ft. shed in fresno within this lifetime. I watch patiently as the barista places down my drink and wait for my name to be called. Finally, it's time to get on with my day. However, gamers, the barista notices something before calling out to me. She had blissfully forgotten the cold foam. I then watch, in what can only be described as in horror, as she dumps out about half of the drink in order to add the cold foam rather than simply remaking the drink with room to begin with. As she does so, I watch the freshly brewed double shot that she had just poured over the concoction of milk and ice go swiftly into the drain before being stirred in. As they were busy she calls out my name, places down the drink, and resumes work before I can say anything. At this point, I figure that it can't be that bad, I might as well just drink this. Unfortunately, as the drink wasn't remade and was instead poured out then topped with foam it ended up being super milky. I essentially was handed an iced sugar milk with a tittle of coffee. Very very disappointing. Cute store, cute vibes, bad coffee, lazy service. read more

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It's definitely a cute cafe with cute coffee shop vibes if pretty coffee shops is what you look for I just didn't fully love what I ordered, wasn't very tasty to me, but I'm willing to go back and order again to find something else more suited to me taste just because I enjoyed my time there and the service was great read more

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Joe the Line After a busy day, we had a few minutes to kill before our dinner reservation at Sur, so we decided to get a cuppa Joe to perk us up. In business since '84, this old skool spot roasts their own certified organic beans in a vintage '40s Farina Italian Coffee Roaster, and feature custom blends, single origin and flavored mixes to suit everyone's palette. The Good: *Nice outdoor space *Coffee! *Carissa's Blueberry Iced Tea def tasted like blueberries. :) The Meh: *Mocha was OK but wasn't mixed well as there were still grainy bits of Ghirardelli® chocolate mix in there. *Customer service was completely nonplussed. I was trying to get an extra shot added to my Mocha, and she explained to me there's already two shots of espresso in there. I said, "Great now, give me one more (I'm a coffee/caffeine whore fyi)." She seemed to understand, but I don't think it happened. But, at least she didn't charge me for it. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ The Ugly: *Xfinity® Mobile (i.e., Verizon©) service is crappy in this area, but their WiFi is even crappier. As soon as you step out of the building, you lose signal--not that it was that great to begin with inside. TLDR: An ok place to get one's caffeine fix but don't expect much in the way of customer service or amenities. ^__^ (OvO) {| |} ---"--"--- read more

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Sweet little coffee shop on our way to Carmel. There are a couple more locations in the area including downtown Carmel. Kind staff and clean facility. read more

Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co - open kitchen and dining area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carmel, California

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No drip coffee here. We ordered a cold brew and a small hot matcha latte. The matcha was really good! It was made with soy milk and I think they added a bit of vanilla. One of the better matcha latte's I have had. Plenty of parking. read more

Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co - Cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carmel, California

The Carmel Valley Coffee Shop is located inside the shopping center. I came here to grab an iced latte before heading out for the day. I really enjoyed the cozy atmosphere and plenty of seating inside. The iced latte was great (although it's hard to mess that one up). They have organic coffee beans here for those that are interested! Will be back. read more

Such a cute little coffee shop!! Everyone was so sweet and the coffee is great!! Highly recommend!

Was charged $5.75 yesterday for a large foglifter... just a regular drip. And today at the Ocean Street location I was charged $5.00 for the same. This company has a track record of not keeping their prices standardized. It's weird. More importantly, it is a huge turn-off to be charged this kind of money for a regular coffee. The mark-up on coffee is crazy anyway, and the customers know that. You might as well flip them off by pulling the trigger so quickly on prices. I am positive you could afford to absorb some of the increased cost out of consideration for your loyal (and local) customers. Just know that you have driven me straight to Starbucks, not by desire but rather by economics. read more

Rude girls, specially the blonde one. She makes you feel uncomfortable placing your order because of the weird look on her face. Also, ordered a medium (and paid for it) but she gave me a small. While waiting in line another one of them was also rude with another customer, pulled her ticket to her face and asked "can't you read". Saw them being rude with people who entered to ask if there was a bathroom. (They have a sign saying "no public restrooms" but to get annoyed with tourists walking in is just sad). The only place in the entire Carmel by the Sea that the atmosphere is completely off. read more

service was great and their signature drinks all look delicious! my boyfriend and i got the beach Beach Wave latte and Surf's Up latte, both were amazing! read more

Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co - beach wave latte & surfs up latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carmel, California

I saw the low star ratings and wasn't bothered I just needed my morning fix, you know what I mean. I ordered an iced oat latte and a small drip coffee. The iced oat latte came out as an oat latte. It was a warm day and I reminded the cashier that I had ordered an iced oat latte. She quickly went to fix it, and handed a hot oat latte poured over a cup of ice back to me. This drink was foamy, obvi the oat milk had just previously been steamed, and it melted the cup of ice immediately and was still a warm drink and down right disgusting. I was not pleased. We had to go back a third time to have the drink re done. It was then made properly and fine. I suppose if you're ordering drip coffee or if your order is made correctly this place is an ok option in the area. read more

Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Co - Iced oat latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carmel, California

I've only been here once when I was in the area and the ambiance is soothing and calm! The coffee was insane! So delicious! You can tell they pay close attention to flavor and detail when crafting their drinks! Everyone was friendly and the service was quick! Love this place and can't wait to go back again! read more

Honestly I so pissed every time I come here my drinks taste like water with a hint of coffee not happy at all !!!!!!

Great coffee and sliced loaves. Slower service but that was expected with a small town. Will return and recommend. read more

Wow can't express how good was the breakfast food.well maintained friendly staff.thanks

Their coffee is so yummy! I love that they can adjust the sweetness for you since I like my drinks flavored but not super sweet. Love that it's organic read more

Very nice place to grab coffee and relax. Great back patio seating. Coffee is good and polite servers. read more

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