Common Coffee is a lovely little vibe located close to Old Town Elk Grove and the Elk Grove Public Library (Branch location soon to move). They are owned and run by Journey Church, which is why they are in a Church building and it gives lowkey church lobby vibes. The Coffee here is excellent, I personally love the one and one, which is an espresso shot and a cortado for around $4. Service is kind, informative, and helpful. My one critique is parking is pretty confusing. It's a little challenging to actually find the shop, but it's nothing you can't solve in 45 seconds if you're determined to get your caffeine fix. read more

Common Coffee - Ambiance - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Good foundations, but not for me. Let's start from the beginning. Parking was confusing, didn't realize it was in a church and there wasn't really obvious signage from the parking lot that you're in the right spot. I had to look at the other review pictures to be like okay, I am here. Interior is cute and modern, but lacking that lived in feel I prefer for coffee shops. Service was quick. The coffee itself seems to lean towards biblical (lol?) food items. Think olive oil, dates, tahini, honey. I got the Tahini Einspanner because how fun, I can get some tastes of tahini and date but the whip and syrup didn't mix well into the drink despite me aggressively trying so it just lasted like a $7 plain latte. I almost had to bite the whip because it was so thick. Seems like they're using quality ingredients so the intention is there, the executions needs some refinement. read more

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Gave this place another try today and did add to my drink order that I wanted a plastic lid (based on the feedback I was given after my last review on the brown sustainable lid). We were the only ones there so it was quick and easy. The coffee tastes sooo much better than when I had it with the brown sustainable lid. The young lady that took our order was very sweet and she even gave us some of her favorites off the menu to try out next time. read more

Love the concept of this place! Coffee and a play date is my type of mom spot. Here they have a good coffee selection, with a few pastries, and indoor/outdoor seating area. On a sunny day like today, I was glad there was plenty of shaded areas to sit while watching my kid play inside the gated park. I had a vanilla latte with oat milk and almond croissant. Both were really good. The baristas were really nice too. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a new place to take your kids for a playdate or just to grab some coffee! read more

Common Coffee - View of gated park from the parking lot. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

I'm totally digging the growing indie coffee shop scene in EG; makes me less inclined to take trips to midtown Sac. :p - Canela latte: such a soothing, well-balanced cinnamon latte!! Think caffeinated leftover Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal milk but not being too sweet or heavy at all. :p Very much recommend; definitely a crowd pleaser. - Jazz brew: I've had a really good lychee-flavored coffee drink elsewhere so I was very intrigued about the one here. Unfortunately wasn't a fan; too lychee-forward and, to me, the lychee taste didn't mesh well with the cold brew taste. Altogether tasted almost a bit medicinal. I'd order the cold brew on its own though because that component was very solid (smooth and toasty!). - Oatmeal raisin cookie: a bit underbaked lol warm to the touch but was very soft-center floppy. Didn't stop me from devouring it quickly though because taste-wise it was still on-point. Super friendly ladies at the coffee bar counter! One of them directly brought my order to my table instead of calling out my order, which was a nice touch. :) Had no problems with parking on a weekday morning. read more

Common Coffee - Jazz brew, canela latte, oatmeal raisin cookie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

I am such a fan of this new coffee shop that opened up in Elk Grove ! We are regulars at the coffee spot right around the corner, but they don't offer matcha . Here , at common coffee you get a bit of everything and the vibes are immaculate . I visited this place out for the first time to meet up with my cousin and we both enjoyed the ambiance and our drinks! The customer service was also great ! Nice and cozy inside but they offer outdoor seating which is was enjoyable . I highly recommend common coffee for their good drinks and cozy vibes ! read more

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I've been here twice since they opened and have had great experiences both times! They do have plenty of parking behind the building, so just make sure you turn in from the main road (one driveway is an entrance and the other one closer to EG Blvd is an exit). There are doors to the coffee shop from the front or the back of the building. At the front side, there is plenty of seating, and the back side at the parking lot has a playground and some more tables out there! We will definitely be frequenting this coffee shop often, thanks to the playground. The menu is pretty simple but they have several specialty options which is great! I have enjoyed the Olive Grove the most - it's on the sweeter side if you like sweeter coffee drinks. If you like more bitter then the Tahini Einspanner is a good choice. If you're a cinnamon fan, try the Canela Latte (make sure to mix well). If you still want caffeine but not coffee, try the Green Emerald which is their version of a Thai green tea. Service has been great both times. They are very friendly, and each time they walk the drinks out to you rather than making you pick up at the counter. There are still more drinks I want to try so we will definitely be returning!! read more

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Newer coffee spot! I was so excited to come and try. Parking was a bit confusing, I didn't know it was connected to a church. Two entrances to the coffee shop. I love how cute and cozy this place is, beautifully decorated. Their outdoor patio has benches with umbrellas and Christmas lights. Inside is super quaint, very limited seating, and only three desk/tables. There were also kids running around, enjoying drinks, and screaming. So definitely more of a cafe for sipping and chatting rather than a sit and study cafe. But they do have free WiFi available. The baristas are soft spoken, polite, and attentive. I love that they personally bring out drinks to customers wherever they are seated with a coaster. But it is a bit of a wait about 15-20 minutes for 3 drinks even though we were the only ones there. Upon ordering drinks, the barista told me I couldn't make any modifications to their signature drinks. So I tried the Canela Latte as is. I heard a lot of great things about it but I felt disappointed. It had clumps of cinnamon floating around and kept getting stuck in my straw which was a bit annoying. Ultimately, TOO MUCH cinnamon in the drink, when it settled I could see 1/2 inch of the bottom of the cup filled with it. The matcha latte was even worse. SO bland, so light, I couldn't taste the matcha flavor at all. It just tasted like milk, I ended up tossing it. Also neither drinks were filled to the top and the cup was mostly filled with ice. I don't think I will be returning. read more

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I saw this coffee shop all over my tiktok during grand opening week and had to check it out for myself. It's located right next to a church and they share the same parking lot. I just parked right next door at SEA Hut and walked right over. I ended up going with the Matcha Einspänner ($7.50 before tax + tip) and a friend of mine got the Tahini Einspänner ($7 before tax + tip). Unfortunately, I was disappointed in both of these drinks. The matcha honestly had to no flavoring it to. It tasted straight up like milk. Overtime, as the drink started to mix in, you can tell that there was just too much milk and cream. I also wasn't a fan of the date syrup they add to this. I ended up tossing the drink :( My friend said her tahini einspänner was also a miss, and ended up tossing hers as well. Too milky, with aftertastes of espresso, and no flavoring. On the bright side-- they had a beautiful pumpkin patch and picnic tables and benches right outside. I thought this was a great place to work, study, or read. The inside of the cafe is clean, open, and airy, also a great place to hangout or study. Additionally, the girl working up front was very sweet and friendly. read more

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Coffee - 3.1 Service - 2.5 On a whim, my daughter wanted coffee after her eye appointment. So down the street we go to try Common Coffee. As you pull into their parking there's a cute little park for the kiddos, but when you get inside the building the coffee place felt stripped down = no frill no thrills just a counter / coffee station with a small menu on the wall with some seating. And the service gave off the same vibe: order, pay, pick up drinks and leave. Now because I'm with my daughter I go out of my comfort zone and order a Canela Latte (& not just a drip coffee) and my daughter orders the Olive Grove. Drink taste on the Canale Latte was surprisingly good, not overly sweet, but just a bit too much cinnamon to my liking. My daughter drink was = mid to meh which doesn't surprise me since her palette is much more refined than mine these days. We may give this establishment another try read more

Common Coffee - One of the menus posted on the wall - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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I'm only taking a half star off because I was confused about the parking situation to get in... park around back and there is an entry point from the front street side or the back. It IS inside the church. But not IN the church. If you go you'll understand. Nice seating area (inside and outside) and the barista brought our drinks out to us. So nice! Lofi cafe music vibes. Cozy. Ordered the doppio (double shot espresso) and the snooze off (decaf latte) - good flavor but half star off because they weren't that hot. Still good. read more

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Food: they serve focaccia bread but did not get it Drinks: I ordered the Tahini Einspänner and at first, I thought it was ok but after 10 mins or so, it was perfection. The tahini whipped cream was so creamy, would definitely recommend it. Another drink we got was Canela Latte, I really like it too! Service: Great, was quick and helpful in decide which drink to get! Just fyi: this is inside a church but don't let that hold you back. It's a fab place! Ambiance: chill and inviting place! read more

Common Coffee - Tahini Latte and Canela latte? - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

A new coffee shop opened in town and I'm here for it! They are open 6 am to 6 pm, Monday - Saturday. They're closed Sundays. That means you have 6 chances to visit Common Coffee or more if you live around the area. It appears to be shared space with the church but the church is open on Sundays for their service which makes sense why the cafe is open everyday except Sunday. They moved from their previous location and I've been waiting for them to open up in Elk Grove as soon as I saw signs. I was greeted immediately upon entering and there were a few people already in the cafe. The space they have is open & spacious. There are a few chairs and smaller tables to sit & do work. They also have an outside patio. There's a pumpkin patch in the front for the littles too! The cafe has something for everyone be it tea or coffee. I chose coffee but couldn't decide, I like my coffee balanced a mixture of great espresso and a bit of sweetness. I wanted the thyme latte but they were sold out and the cashier taking my order recommended the Olive Grove, Spanish Latte (has condensed milk) and the Canela Latte. I went with the Canela Latte which is cinnamon, brown sugar, and almond milk. It reminds me of a horchata! It was very sweet for me. If I were to order this again, I'd request for half sweet. Often times I forget that sweet means really sweet if I'm not making my own coffee. Service was really good and everyone was so sweet and welcoming! I'm excited to come back to try their other offerings. read more

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This place is basically the human embodiment of a Sunday morning playlist (except they open Monday - Saturday only). Minimal decor, soft lo-fi beats, and sunshine pouring in like it's auditioning for a vitamin D commercial. The single origin Ethiopian espresso was lovely: fruity, bright, and blessedly not sour. It's the kind of coffee that makes you say "notes of berry" even if you don't know what that means. The Common Ground Latte tasted like a warm hug with just the right sweetness, but the espresso flavor was on vacation. Still, it tasted like a cozy apology for all your bad Mondays. Friendly baristas who actually make eye contact and give real recommendations instead of just saying "everything's good." Great spot for reading, journaling, or pretending you're working remotely. read more

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My husband decided to pick up some coffee and matcha and it wasn't bad! He tried the Pandan cold brew and I had an iced matcha latte. He did say it was a bit hard actually finding the place though. It's located inside of a church. Maybe next time I'll be able to see what the place looks like but judging based off just our drinks, I'd definitely go back and try other items. We love supporting local cafes ;) read more

What a cute coffee shop. I love that they are basically connected to a church, they have a very close playground, and the coffee is really good quality. I was a little scared to try the Olive Grove because I've never had something like that, but it was surprisingly good. The staff are really kind and helpful. They have seats inside and outside, but I do wish they had more inside, but that's alright. I'm excited to come back and try more items. read more

Common Coffee - Olive Grove - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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I believe this is a new coffee shop in elk Grove that just opened up. When I walked in, it wasn't too busy, but the vibe of the coffee shop was very chill and welcoming. The cashier was very kind and when we received our drinks, they brought them to us on a tray. I was overall impressed by this place the coffee was amazing and I recommend that you come try. read more

Common Coffee - Olive Grove Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Really solid coffee spot. I love that elk groves options are expanding! I tried the Spanish latte, really good and perfectly sweet. This spot is family friendly, they have a large playground near it, and plenty of seating for large groups. read more

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My partner and I ordered the thyme latte & olive grove drink. Both were very mid, the thyme drink was low-key lukewarm and the olive grove had a lot of ice. Olive Grove had lack flavor and tasted like a regular latte with olive oil. The hint of thyme in the thyme latte made it unique, it was sweeter than the olive grove fs. I'm not sure if I would come back to try their other drinks... read more

Common Coffee - Olive grove (left) thyme latte (right) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

I thought this place was great--clean and inviting with fantastic customer service. My iced vanilla latte was perfect for a warm day out with my kids and the cinnamon roll was even better than it looked. This thing is topped GENEROUSLY with icing and so delicious for a cinnamon roll that's not warm. The playground outside was just another added perk on such a beautiful day. I will most definitely be back. read more

I've been here twice since they opened and have had great experiences both times. When I first walked, I was immediately greeted by the staff. They were very friendly and offered coffee suggestions. I ordered the canela latte which I loved. I love cinnamon and it wasn't overpowering nor too sweet. The coffee shop was clean and had a chill vibe. They have a playground outside so it's perfect for a mom/kid play date! read more

I love mostly everything about this coffee shop. It's a must visit. Great coffee quality. Lots of parking is a total plus. Great service, they take the drinks to you wow not necessary but greatly appreciated gesture. Barista are always welcoming and seem positive!! Spacious inside but could use more seating for studying/work. Nice window seating and outside patio has greenery. Good location, right across Heroic Eg. 5 star in my book even just the coffee itself. Cheers. read more

Common Coffee - Iced americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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my family and I love common coffee. every single staff member is amazing, and go above and beyond in just a small short interaction. They ask how you are, welcome you in, smile, make eye contact, and are knowledgeable on the menu. They seem to actually enjoy working at this establishment! The drinks are always sooo good, as a coffee lover who has been to many shops, I really enjoy this place. They have decaf options too, teas, and other things besides coffee. The pastries are yummy. A huge plus for parents, the church which this shop is at, allows kids & parents to hangout and play at the playground! It's also dog friendly, which I love& my dog loves too. The interior has great lighting, and design. the front & back patio have seating! read more

Common Coffee - Dog friendly patio (front & back!) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Common Coffee is such a sweet little spot. It's connected to a church, which gives it a really calm, welcoming vibe. I tried the tahini einspänner and it was sooo good! Rich but not too heavy. I also had a strawberry croissant that was delicious. The staff was super friendly and even gave me a sample of their amaretto peach nutty coffee, which I loved. Overall, great drinks, warm people, and a really nice atmosphere. Definitely coming back read more

Common Coffee - TAHINI EINSPÄNNER - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

The place is very very clean. It's very close to my office and it has a wild variety of selection. The ambiance is very very good. It's very comfortable. Makes me wants to work in this open space . There are some playground outside of the coffee that's suitable for mom with kids. Also WiFi inside! The customer service is very very good too , they refill my creamer as asked and not charged extra . read more

Common Coffee - Menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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Common Coffee is tucked away behind a church. The church/coffeehouse mash up is a thing I'm seeing pop up lately. Their hours are great for working people at 6-6 M-Sat. They have great parking, are at the beginning of Old Town Elk Grove, with plenty of seating inside and out. The inside is a minimalist design but beautiful with warm colors and exposed wood beams. It's very "stripped down" and I love it. The coffee was great. I had a decaf latte and it was smooth and hot. They also have a few snacks and pastries. I am super excited for another small business, coffee shop in Elk Grove. The staff were also super friendly and knowledgeable. read more

Such a beautiful and cozy space! It has an inviting vibe, delish coffee, and wonderful service. It's the kind of place you want to linger, whether you're doing homework, working, or chatting with a friend. Definitely a must-visit local spot for all ages and families. I had the match and it did not disappoint. read more

Common Coffee - Matcha! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Awesome place- it's connected to a church, so theres a playground facility which makes it perfect for grabbing a drink and letting your kids play! The drinks themselves are fairly innovative- I always get the fizzes and teas and haven't had any letdowns so far! Also, amazing service, the workers are always super attentive! read more

Exceptional coffee quality. Definitely the best tasting cup of drip in EG. Finally we have a shop on par with Temple or Old Soul. The vibe is friendly. Plenty of space to hang out. Indoors and covered outside. Have you ever been to a coffee shop that's kid friendly??? It's got a playground. read more

Wow, best coffee experience in the Elk Grove area! I heard about Common opening, but was a little doubtful since it's new. I took my family and it did not disappoint. I hear it gets very busy, so glad we were able to come on a Monday afternoon. Canela latte (I ordered it less sweet) is off the charts, and my kids loved the comfortable couch and outdoor playground. The barista even served our coffee directly to us with a smile, a rarity these days. It's refreshing to see a family friendly business that's not fixated on profits and rushing their customers. And it's more affordable than Starbucks! read more

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AMBIANCE: I love the atmosphere that the shop has, especially their accomodations, such as their wifi, couch, tables (both indoors and outdoors), and outdoor benches. As a working student, having spots like these really feel as though they have me in mind, ensuring that I can get my job done comfortably and without any hitches. HOSPITALITY: The workers are always nice and smiling, and ensures that me, as a customer, is heard and accomodated. FOOD/BEVERAGES: This specialty coffee shop provides a lot of options to choose from, and I have absolutely loved all of them! I frequent this place, so I have been able to try out all that they offer, and I have not had any problems or complaints whatsoever. My favorite drink that they have is their Olive Grove! It's a shaken espresso drink that is lightly emulsified with honey and olive oil, which brings out their espresso's caramel and toffee notes. To me, it's an impressively good and balanced drink, especially with the sweet and rich oat milk they top it off with. If you're feeling adventurous, I believe that the Olive Grove is the way to go. Overall, I would say that this is an easy 10/10 for me! Would definitely recommend to anyone who's looking for coffee shops to frequent or to check out. read more

I really wanted to like this place but I was not a fan. My daughter liked the playground which was a plus. I tried the Olive Grove and the coffee tasted burnt. I didn't taste much else with this drink. I had my husband try it too and he said the same thing. They have expensive equipment so I think maybe a little more training would help but I'm not sure. Also, it was an iced coffee but there was so much ice that I had a hard time putting my straw in the cup. The staff behind the counter, were all very quiet and only spoke to take my order. The interaction felt a bit impersonal. There was adequate seating by the playground, but inside the coffee shop could use more seating and some more decor to make it a little more lively. I usually give the benefit of the doubt, but I'm not sure if I'll be back. read more

the staff here is so friendly and considerate! they asked my name for the drink and then instead of calling it out, it was brought to me! the girl asked if i needed helping carrying it out even. so so kind. they also have a nursery in the cafe for babies to hang out and the bathrooms were super kid friendly with stools and kid potties in the bathroom and stools at the sink area for washing hands. they have a pretty small menu which i actually like because it makes it easier to decide what to get. i got some iced tahini drink which was stronger than what i usually would prefer. i don't drink coffee very often, but this was great coffee. i wasn't getting too much of a nutty taste from the tahini. it was very subtle. every so often i'd mix my drinks around and get the perfect balance of sweet and strong, but most of it was just strong. i drank the whole thing though so wasn't that bad just not what i prefer. from what i saw on the menu they only use one size and are a little pricey. my drink was 7 or 8 dollars if i remember right and that was pretty standard across the whole menu. read more

Common Coffee - outside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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Really cute and cozy inside! Staff is really nice and coffee was good! There's a playground on the backside, perfect for families to chill in the outdoors and enjoy themselves ! read more

Common Coffee - Olive coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Elk Grove, California

The Common Ground and Olive Grove are my favorite drinks. The staff are friendly and welcoming adding to the invitation to sit and relax to work or hold conversation or hold space. There's something special about Common Coffee being connected to Journey Church and the the safe space of the grounds altogether. read more

I love this coffee place it incorporates a space for everyone. Inside you have a minimalist vibe and delicious pastries and my favorite hot chocolate outside is an actual playground and space for families and children to gather. I had the pleasure of joining a Mom group there and I was highly recommended for other who have kids. They also have a large gate to enclose the park and grass area. read more

Service is great. Coffee is fantastic. Laid back atmosphere. Menu is simple. None of these crazy choices.

The aesthetic of the shop is nice, but I found the coffee mediocre. The music was too loud even though it was just lo-fi beats and meant to be background music. The barista brought my drink to me, which I appreciated. I might give this place another chance and try something other than coffee. read more

Unfortunately this coffee shop now opens at 8, instead of 6. It's really a shame that basically no coffee shops in this town open before 8 AM, which is when most working people start their jobs. I shouldn't have to go to starbucks with their terrible coffee and union busting policies. I want to support local, but nothing is open!! This isn't unique to common, its a bigger trend of coffee shops feeling inaccessible to the working class. Neat little spot. Good coffee and pretty alright food though. read more

Love, love, love this place! Drinks are top tier and aesthetics are 100% present. It's a must. read more

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