Visiting the area and this place was highly recommended by locals, Yelp and even AI! The staff were…read moreinviting, very friendly, knowledgeable and great with their recommendations! This is a quaint welcoming coffee shop, with customers working and chatting with friends. The Bergamot Matcha Latte was well made. Citrus, floral, and mixed well with matcha, delicious! Wife had the Infused Honey Latte with almond milk and enjoyed it. Smelled and tasted great! The coffee art was also well made! Definitely give this place a try!

I love trying new coffee shops while traveling, so we found Retrograde on Yelp and decided to stop…read morein! It's really nice inside, clean and bright, lots of seating and a large assortment of coffee, cocoa and other items to purchase to take home. The line wasn't long but it was still nice to get our order taken care of by one of the employees while we waited. When we got to the counter we added a cookie to our order and the drinks came right out! The counter person was very friendly! Here's the thing....unless I missed it there was no restroom? Maybe it was outside? And although I saw mostly all excellent reviews on Yelp, I thought my coffee (the cold Milky Way) was just ok. I'm not sure what would have made it better, but it just wasn't that great. I did like the fact that it had no ice (which means more coffee in your cup) but was still cold and refreshing.

Grabbed a honey matcha latte from Taylor Lane while spending the morning around Sebastopol and The…read moreBarlow. I appreciated that the matcha was hand whisked instead of just quickly mixed together, which made it feel much more intentional and thoughtfully prepared. The latte itself was not overly sweet, although I personally would have liked a slightly stronger matcha flavor. Still, it was a great drink to walk around with while exploring the local shops and community around The Barlow. Between the atmosphere, the people, and the location, it's an easy place to keep coming back to whenever I'm in Sebastopol.

Space is super cute, lots of cozy seating and even a loft upstairs with a window to look down at…read morethe coffee production in the back. $8.5 for a 12oz pistachio latte (even w/o an alt milk!) was a bit steep and it was okay. First whiff of the drink was a bit sour so for a second I thought maybe the milk they used was bad but it could be the roast or the pistachio syrup. Been on a matcha streak and wanted an espresso drink instead but this was a bit meh. The drink was for here but got a paper cup instead. At least it was chill and quiet!

The pastries are always absolutely delicious, and I love that they keep a nice, fresh rotation of…read moreitems so there's always something new to try alongside the classics. But what really elevates this spot is the Barlow location itself. It is the perfect, stress-free place to relax if you have young children. The open play area with the big blue blocks is a total lifesaver--it's a safe, contained space where the kids can run around and burn off some energy while you actually get to sit back, relax, and enjoy a fantastic pastry and a hot coffee in peace. Excellent treats, great coffee, and a wonderfully family-friendly environment. Highly recommend!

Stopped by this location in The Barlow after an early morning flight into STS…read more Found parking right nearby. They were playing music loudly on the exterior, which was a little odd. But once inside, the array of baked goods and the French inspired decor quickly provided a lovely distraction. There were only two staff members working, which left them spread a little thin. However, they kept composure and professionalism. Our pastries and coffees came out quick enough anyway. Everything tasted good, and there was much more in the pastry case that looked good as well. Looks like they have two other locations in the North Bay, and the founder is originally from France. Big congrats to their success.

Was driving back home to Marin and decided to stop by this cool coffee shop and I'm so glad I did!…read moreThey had a good selection of menu options but whenever trying a new coffee shop I always go for my staple of Iced Vanilla Latte. The workers were super chill and I loved the atmosphere of the outdoor seating. People were reading, catching up w/ friends and playing chess. Seems like such a chill place to spend your sunny afternoon. Would def go back

Absolutely one of my favorite places in Sonoma County, as a long time resident here. The food is…read moregood, the coffee is great, and the vibes are immaculate. They have a range of different vendors in the front as well, so there is often something new and interesting to check out when I stop by. A really lovely place to just bring a laptop, chill, work and focus for a few hours. Really embodies all the best parts of Sebastopol for me.

This is a great stop in at the Barlow. Wide variety of drinks to choose from. Smaller inside but…read morebig back patio (covered when cooler) to enjoy outside. Staff was friendly. If hungry you can order from a few of the places nearby at the bar and they go and get it for you and bring it straight to the table.

Really, I'd rate this place between 2 and 2 1/2 stars…read more We came here on a rainy Tuesday. We were looking for dog friendly places and this location came up. It's a very large venue which was nice as there was plenty of open seating. Our bartender was ok, nothing special. We asked for a bowl of water and he said there were two on the patio and pointed to one that had dog hair in it. We passed. We ordered a beer and four samplers to drink. We also ordered pizza but were told that the pizza place (Acre Pizza) couldn't do a half and half pizza and no modifications could be made. You can only add items on. So we ordered two pizzas and waited the 20-25 minutes. The pizza was ok, but nothing spectacular for the cost of 33 dollars per pizza, mine was a little burnt as well. The pizza came with two flimsy plates a few napkins and exactly 1 packet of red peppers and 1 packed of grated cheese. Just a heads up the Acre Pizza is a few doors down and when comparing menus there is a $5.00 per pizza mark up.

I CANNOT believe that I haven't reviewed this business already? You know those places that you go…read moreto so religiously that it's not even a choice anymore? This is one of those places for me. I've been coming here since high school which is (ahem...) a really long time ago. I always order the same things: an Irish Cream flavored creamy Italian soda and a backpacker cookie. Today, Vela was behind the counter when I came in. I started giving her my drink order and she finished it for me. Now, mind you, I grew up in Sebastopol, but I don't live in town anymore. I only end up passing through periodically, but apparently this combination is a little unique. I love it though. It tastes like melted ice cream or a perfect cream soda. Highly recommend. (This is also one of the only places I've ever run across creamy Italian sodas, but it's simply an Italian soda + some half and half. They always measure out the syrup and cream, so it's not too sweet. They typically stir it too before handing it to you and generally stay available for a moment to ensure you don't want them to adjust the balance of syrup, ice and sparkling water.) The backpacker cookie has oats, raisins, coconut, chocolate chips and walnuts. Now, I can be funny about both walnuts and raisins in my cookies, but they always get the balance just right! Also, when I came in a few months ago, they were out of backpackers and my son ordered a cinnamon flat. I ended up trying it and fell in love with it too! So, now I order both and share some with my son when I get home. I've met Bronwen, the owner, as well. One time when I dropped in, she noticed that I was ordering Irish Cream and said she'd wondered whether she should keep stocking that flavor. When she heard how much I loved it, she agreed to keep it stocked. I'll admit; that influences me when I'm driving through. Not that I wouldn't ordinarily choose to stop, but now I have an additional gratitude toward them. So glad that the new owners (Bronwen and her husband have apparently been the owners since 2020) have kept this institution here!

If you are looking for an array (like 6 different flavors) of GF cookies, this is your place. My…read morefavorites are peanut butter and the Cowboy cookie (although they can be sometimes a little oily/chewy) Located downtown Sebastopol, on Main, they have a service window or an inside counter. They also have other items such as coffee and small bites but that's not my reason I stop by, so can't speak on them.

Yeah uhh... where was the lemon? Bottle I had just tasted…read morelike mint tea. It also had strawberry puree. ::shrug:: Expect arnold pattyer*, not palmer. *As in the girl named peppermint.

I cant stop drinking these taste like a good lemonade mint iced tea!! I love them so much I could…read moredrink one a day. Boy thats a lot of money .

Such an amazing place, I always stop by to visit when I am in the area. The drinks are always…read morefabulous, I've tried the warm ones and the cold ones! The service is excellent, my Mom stopped in to pick up some drinks and the Trifecta that he recommended was so delicious! The ambiance is so relaxing, I can't wait to come back and enjoy some food. Thank you for another wonderful visit!

Popped in for a snack on a quiet midweek day and had a shockingly good avocado toast om gluten-free…read morebread. It was small but absolutely loaded with delicious goodies on top and I was genuinely amazed how it was better than the average AT I've had elsewhere, even good ones. Super satisfying. Service was low-key and nice, the team seemed like they liked each other which is always a plus. Vibe was mellow and relaxing. Definitely plan to visit and stay longer than a quick snack experience. Seems like a great place to linger with a warm drink, a book, or do some work on the computer or with a notepad. There's an upstairs area I plan to explore, too, next time.

A couple friends had mentioned Angelicas serves up a nice high tea so decided to check them out for…read moreour birthdays. The patisserie is cozy with a few tables inside and a few small tables on the patio. As you enter, you immediately see the glass case with beautiful pastries and cakes. So exciting to see all of their gorgeous creations in our little town of Sebastopol. We had reservations for 1:00 and they sat us at one of their small tables by the door. It worked but it wasn't the most comfortable seat in the house as people were walking in and out of the door and the pastry case was right next to us. There was a group of four near the far end and they offered to move us but then we would have been sitting right next to them. They also have another small private room but that was going to be used for a wedding cake meeting. Gergana is the owner and she greeted us warmly. She said she took over the patisserie in 2019. The other employees were very sweet and helpful. They provided us with a tea menu so we could select a tea from their varied tea menu. They returned with little pots of tea for each of us. There were many people dropping by to pick up a pastry and drink and others stopped by to pick up their cake order. The employees were efficient and quick to help everyone. They refilled our tea pots with hot water and checked on us throughout our time there. The desserts on the top level were our favorites. It came with a candle which was very sweet. The sandwiches on the middle level were chicken, egg salad and cream cheese with cucumber. Our favorite was the chicken salad. Overall, it was a fun experience to savor all of their small samplings and Gergana is there to ensure everything runs smoothly so that your time there is relaxing and extra special. She even gave us a hug as we were leaving. I look forward to visiting this local patisserie again for a cup of a tea and a beautiful pastry.

Important: Placing a reservation for the West County High Tea service is recommended to ensure you…read morewill be able to have a table at your preferred time! Pros: I've visited several times for the bakery. The scones are my favorite as they are quite large and delicious, and I also tend to buy the Russian tea cakes as well. The macarons are a little harder and chewier than I expected, but they are still amazing. I actually found Patissierie Angelica specifically because I was looking for high tea services and thus have had their West County High Tea service twice. The second time I had the high tea service, I was given a private room! I particularly enjoyed the lemon curd, jam, and clotted cream with the scones. Patisserie Angelica is also located in a quiet and spacious part of Sebastopol; there is a parking lot that usually has space. Cons: The private room became a little stuffy as there was no air flow (other than an open window) nor air conditioning. However, things might have changed from the last time I was there. Overall: The bakery is truly amazing. I absolutely enjoy the desserts sold there and would love to have more of the high tea service in the future. It's perfect for private parties!

What a wonderful experience! We were there for Mother's Day. See photos for the tea choices and the…read moreamazing, unique, and delicious food. It's challenging to pick my favorites--the sandwiches and desserts were amazing. Mom chose the Chocolate Raspberry Mint tea and I had the Decaf Ceylon--unlimited pots of tea! They give you a box of all the tea choices so you sample the fragrance before you order. Note that they are vegan. If you'd like gluten-free, just note it on the reservation. The staff is so sweet and attentive. They actually anticipated our every wish. Lots of activity as the cheery staff buzzed around us patrons. They gave us each a packet of wildflower seeds. There are three choices for your table: indoors, the verandah, and in front of the house in the garden. It's decorated like a fairy tale. And so many teapots, decorative animals, and gifts. Truly a lovely experience.

We had brunch today in celebration of a few birthdays…read more In terms of ambience it's everything you would want from a tea service. Super cute, mismatched floral china, knickknacks everywhere, gorgeous flowers in the garden. We are on the terrace, which was lovely. The only drawback is that it's right on Main Street with a lot of traffic going by. The food was so good. We started with salad of the adults and crudite with homemade ranch with just a twang of spice to start. Then they brought out 3 tiered tea cake stands for each of us - a kids size, a regular, and a gluten free one. Everything was so delicious. A plate of 5 savory treats, each one more sumptuous than the next. A plate with a perfect scone with a tiny raspberry jam container, lemon curd, and clotted cream (my fav). Last tier had dessert, a chocolate cake with raspberry on top, a shortbread with white chocolate, and fruit. The shortbread cookie was the item I liked the least. They bring you a tea case so you can smell every option. We had grandma's garden, mint, and maple . All tasty. I wish we could have tried even more but they did refill each adorable teapot with more hot water. The price is quite high but it was a lovely way to celebrate. Will definitely come back again. Oh and they do takeout of treats so if you are nearby you can just come in for those.