This was the nicest coffee shop I've been to in quite awhile and I was very impressed by the quality of coffee and ambiance. They serve organic coffee and I could really taste the difference. They currently have a seasonal menu and their regular menu included some unique options. The maple latte caught my eye; I ordered it with oat milk and it was one of the best coffee drinks I've ever had. Seriously! It wasn't overpoweringly sweet, but there was enough flavor so it actually tasted like a maple latte instead of a warm milk as many special drinks end up tasting from my experience. It's always disappointing to buy an expensive coffee that doesn't have enough flavor, but you'll get what you pay for here. They offer a few little snacks and there is tons of seating (indoor and outdoor!) with beautiful natural light, art and plants. The baristas were kind and helpful and made beautiful latte art. If you love it as much as I did, you can even buy coffee beans and merchandise as well. It's tucked away in downtown placerville and I would highly recommend Pachamama to everyone! read more

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Pachamama Coffee! I luv saying the name. Better yet, that's some darn good coffee. The cafes are mainly in Sacramento and the foothills. This particular one is in Placerville, right on touristy Main Street. Well It's actually tucked in a shopping pedestrian alley right off Main Street. The coffee is delicious. I've had their various drip coffees before, all terrific tasting. My usual go to's are their lattes. This time I was in the mood for a seasonal winter drink, wintermint mocha. Yum! I ordered it with oat milk and they don't up charge. The mocha had a smooth, creamy chocolate espresso taste. I even got a pretty design of foamed milk on top of my drink. Aww it was cute. No up charge for that as well and I didn't even ask them to do it Outside the cafe is an outdoor courtyard with bistro tables for folks to sit n enjoy their coffee or whatever. I say whatever because the area is open for all to sit a spell. The courtyard is enclosed with brick buildings around its square perimeter. The buildings provide ample shade and cooling temps in the summer. Plus there is a water fountain that provides a calming zen like sound of trickling water. The cafe also has an indoor seating area. The interior furniture includes tables, sofas, lounge chairs, and high top tables aesthetically giving off modern, minimalist Scandinavian design vibes. Luvin this look. read more

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I was very surprised to see this type of establishment in Placerville, but after learning more about the cooperative, how they work, and its main location, I think it was a genius move to open one up in here, and with good reason as most of the coffee shops in the county are below par. I do enjoy their variety of syrups, prepared meticulously with raw ingredients. Some of them may be a bit too sweet, but nothing compared to Starbucks' or bean barn's excessive, sugary crap. If I was to suggest one thing, it'd be to heat up the milk a bit more. Most of the time is just part warm and it cools down quickly. Other than that, this is great, unfiltered, pure coffee that deserves to be recognized and had at every opportunity. read more

Tried this cute coffee spot for the first time and it was super yummy. The baristas were super chill and just good vibes all around. My friend and I got the vanilla iced latte with cold foam and it was so good! The coffee reminded me of Philz coffee, I would def stop by here again. read more

Pachamama Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Placerville, California

Small, quaint little coffee shop, with a smooth espresso and great seating area in the shade. Staff was friendly and made our drinks quickly. read more

Pachamama Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Placerville, California

This cafe is beautifully decorated, minimalist and chic! I loved the patio where you can sit in the shade and sip your coffee. Location downtown is great. I ordered the iced vanilla bean latte and it was very yummy! You can taste how high quality the ingredients are. I took a star off because the pricing was very high (which I understand bc the coffee is organic) but the price on the menu was $7.50 then when I was rung up it said $8.50. Then the lowest tip option was $1. So that's a $9.50 latte, which is steep! Worth it if you feel like splurging. read more

I am a sucker for boutique coffee and I love that I work right along Main St. so Pachamama is always the first choice for a coffee run. The baristas here are so sweet and love what they do. Service is always attentive and the recommendations are always great when I'm not sure what to get. I love to browse the store while staff members pull the perfect espresso and craft specialty drinks. There's so many bean offerings here from different origins and every bag has a little back story. I love that Pacha is 100% organic and farmer owned! The vanilla bean latte is my usual. You can see and taste the real vanilla bean and when it's mixed into some good espresso and organic milk, it makes for a great start to my day. They also use Rishi barista matcha and it is my favorite brand of matcha blend BY FAR. The flavor is always consistent and never gritty here. They carry lots of yummy syrups that are hard to find in the area. Try the blueberry matcha! There is also a pandan matcha latte that is so creamy and earthy and downright delicious. I love supporting Pachamama and their coffee farmers! read more

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The staff here is delightful, I have never had a bad experience. The inside is always clean and welcoming. I believe this is one of the best coffees/ cappuccino/ latè in town. The location is tucked in the back off Main St, but worth it every time. read more

Upon entering I noticed a lot of nice artwork. We ordered the Pumpkin & Cardamom latte and I tasted a stronger cardamom flavor with a subtle hint of pumpkin. I asked for oat milk but they were out so I opted for almond milk. I like that there's no surcharge for alternative milks, this should be normalized in all cafes! Another drink we ordered was the Criollo Cacao Mocha, which tasted richer and a tad spicy, but it did not seem thoroughly mixed as there were clumps at the bottom. The drink sleeves had nice sayings which was a nice touch too :) We also ordered an almond chocolate chip muffin that was freshly made and still warm. There was a large variety of coffee beans from different places to purchase as well. Although I wished there were more pastry options, this is a cute cafe in a quaint town! read more

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Good coffee, good gluten-free muffins (baked fresh in house), good music, good staff, good space to hang. What more could you ask?

Lovely local coffee and tea here at Pachamama in Placerville, tucked away in a quiet side alley that's great for studying or "working from home", or just chilling. Genuinely friendly and attentive staff; huge variety of drinks and a massive amount of coffee selections, as well as indoor seating, this is a little jewel in the Sierra foothills. My matcha latte was perfect, not overly sweet and exactly as I asked for it - seemed like pretty quality matcha as well. Of note, the large family in front of me had a complex and convoluted order just 10 min before closing, and the staff handled it with a welcoming and patient attitude, which was nice to see. Would highly recommend supporting this small business if you're in the area! read more

Stopped in for a cup of Joe and was surprised at how rich the Vanilla Latte tasted along with a fresh baked muffin. Clean place with very friendly young ladies ready to serve. read more

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On our way to Lake Tahoe, we always stop in Placerville to charge our electric car and visit Pachamama Coffee. They roast their own coffee beans, and you can even buy some to take home. I had the most delicious vanilla latte here for the first time, and my husband tried the Americano, which was also excellent. We highly recommend stopping by for a cup of hot or iced coffee! read more

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The coffee is smooth and refreshing. The environment is quiet and perfect for a calm relaxing week read more

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Wow, probably the best maple latte I've ever had! It was absolutely delicious, sweet (but not overly so), and dark chocolate-y rich. The honey bear latte was okay, kinda disappointing... It was not bad but was very light and boring, compared to the maple latte. No surcharge for alternative milk, yay! Service was very nice. Ambiance was cute, colorful, and cheerful; there is also pretty outdoor seating, which is nice. read more

This was the café I felt most unwelcome and uneasy in! It was our first time stopping by Placerville on the way to Lake Tahoe, we stopped by to grab coffee and some snack for myself and my toddler. As soon as we got there, the vibe was off right away, we parked and saw a hanging mannequin outside on top of another establishment which was not a good sight if you're with a toddler. Even though this wasn't part of Pachamama, this definitely set the tone for the rest of our stop. I looked around and understood where we were right away, and as POC, our guards were all the way up. We had to go inside a building to get to the café. The whole space was eerie and the energy was not good. As soon as we got there, we were stared down by the employees (even some of the customers) which made us feel uneasy as we were the only POC in the vicinity. It felt like everyone were whispering to each other as it was really quiet, and no music was being played so the silence was deafening. We went on about to order and as soon we were in line, there were no breakfast, snacks or other non-caffeinated drinks in sight (there are photos on here which shows a fridge full of other drinks and even baked goods - those are nowhere to be found!), they only had some kind of cookie available. When it was our turn to order, I asked if they had other snacks for a kid to eat and the employee right off the bat wasn't friendly at all. She answered with only one-word answers and was a blah to interact with. I asked her if we can just have water, she pointed that there was one behind me, but I requested one without ice and she seemed to be annoyed to do the bare minimum. We ordered a cup of coffee to go and for some reason the barista (who also kept staring) made the coffee of the person behind us first. We didn't want to stay there any longer, so as soon as we got our coffee we didn't bother checking out the rest of the shops nearby. I've been to other Pachamama before and I recall enjoying their service, this one on the other hand didn't have the same experience. In a way, it kind of tarnished their image for me, having POC be celebrated on the walls for the craft that they do, just for it to be diminished by the people who work there to be very unwelcoming is really unfortunate to experience. read more

Pachamama Coffee - Maple Latte with Whole Milk - Cafes Near Me - Placerville, California

This use to be totem which was amazing but this place is not the same. When I walked up I said good morning do you guys have a food menu and the girl just said "no" in a rude tone then didn't say anything else at all...so awkward. Not great customer service. Our drinks were made wrong and then they forgot to remake it and then asked us what we were waiting for. Weird experience and I honestly won't be going back. read more

Maple latte with oat milk - strong maple flavor and it was sweet enough but not too sweet which I like! It comes together really well... a bonus about this place, no extra charge for oat milk substitute! Honey bear latte with oat milk - it tastes great with typical honey flavor and it brings this cup of latte to lighter taste. This place is the VIBE! Cool art work around and then finding local coffee shop in this quaint town. It's the gem! The service was friendly and quick. So no complaints as they make drinks fresh from their espresso machine. read more

Beverages and Ingredients: 5 Stars (Top-notch flavors!) Customer Service: 5 Stars (Friendly and helpful!) Atmosphere: 5 Stars (Great vibes!) Consistency: 10 Stars (Consistently excellent!) Kudos to the Placerville team, you are doing an outstanding job! read more

Pachamama Coffee - Matcha latte - Cafes Near Me - Placerville, California

Very cute cafe, got a delicious mocha latte. Loved the interior and exterior. Good service.

Great little cafe/coffee shop. Enjoyed my team and cappuccino both were great! Staff very friendly. Try them!

Bomb latte with unique flavors that totally hit the spot. Cute, trendy spot with great service and small bites. I had the spicy mocha and my husband had the maple latte- all syrups are made in house too- yum! Great spot to stop in quickly or stay and work/study. Looking forward to returning :) read more

Pachamama Coffee - Lattes, thee best - Cafes Near Me - Placerville, California

Was craving iced coffee and stopped in here on a super hot day in Placerville. This cafe is down a cute brick alleyway off of the main downtown area. It's quiet and the aesthetic is clean and modern inside, with lots of art. I got a cold brew with almond milk and my boyfriend got an iced honey latte. They forgot my almond milk but we're friendly and apologetic when I went up to ask for it to be added. Both drinks were nice and refreshing but the latte was a little watery and could've been a bit sweeter/more flavorful. Also, I'd recommend sitting outside as we enjoyed the view of the fountain and surrounding greenery and flowers. read more

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This place is so great to have in Placerville. My husband gets home a coffee beans here every few weeks. They have a program where you buy an airtight canister from them and whenever you get it filled with beans it is cheaper than buying a bag, and you get a free drink that day. Highly recommend the Guatemalan beans. They are our favorite medium roast. read more

We tried the iced vanilla latte and the cold brew. The cold brew was just an average coffee but the vanilla latte was really good. Anytime I pass through this city I'll make sure to stop here. read more

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I'm a fan of Pachamama's seasonal beverages (and their other locations) so I was really excited to try them out in Placerville. I also wasn't a lover of the coffee at the previous business that occupied this space, so am thrilled that Pachamama has come in and revamped the place with quality coffee. This is my go-to spot between Sacramento and Tahoe on Highway 50. It's right off the freeway and the adjacent parking lot (first 2 hrs are free) makes for a convenient stop. Bonus for the plant-based snacks like bagels and vegan cream cheese. What this Pachamama location currently lacks in space they make up for in outdoor tranquility. The courtyard is enjoyable on any day that isn't raining, complete with a lovely fountain. It's also in a nice location to explore the shops of Historic Downtown Placerville. I look forward to seeing how their expansion in process turns out and definitely plan on coming back. read more

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Top notch service, nosh, and especially coffee. Absolutely pristine coffee-making methods and product, in a calm, soothing, visually quiet space. A little oasis hidden off the beaten sidewalk (you do have to really look for this place). Really love to swing through here for excellent coffee on our drives between Lake Tahoe and Sac or SF. read more

First time visiting this coffee shop. It was recommended. It was great!! A little pricy but the tea and coffee was excellent!

We stopped by this new Pachamama location after a great Boa Vista Orchards visit. It's tucked away, but that makes it feel like a secret gem. They have a great menu of items, including seasonal beverages and items only available to this location. The staff is very knowledgeable and are happy to tell you more about Pachamama Coffee and all the amazing things their doing at every step of coffee production. Once you have your delicious items you can find seating inside or out in the little courtyard complete with flowers and waterfall. All the seating areas are comfortable and perfect for meeting with friends, a date or getting some work done. There are also so many restaurants and small shops around to keep you entertained and Pachamama is the perfect spot to stop before, during or after. I'm excited for another visit where I can hang around longer. read more

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Great coffee and very friendly staff I tried few of the coffees over a long weekend and preferred the classics over their specials. Nice outdoor seating as well read more

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If you like strong coffee this place is for you! I love the concept and minimalistic vibes. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful with their menu. The location is tucked away in a alley thus, you sort of have to look for it however it is well worth it!! They have plenty of indoor seating as well as a courtyard where you can sit with your pet or enjoy the weather. Such a cute spot for some quality coffee! read more

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What a find! Coffee Taste and profile: 3.5/5 Coffee presentation and latte art: 5/5 Pastries: 4/5 (good vegan options) Sandwiches: 4/5 (lots of gluten free choices) Ambience: 5/5 Staff: 5/5 Outdoor seating vibe: 5/5 Had a quick stop here on our way back to Bay Area and I'm so glad we did. If you're around make sure you check this place out. read more

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Great service, bright clean ambiance, purchased freshly roasted organic beans and enjoyed a fresh cup this morning. We'll be back!!! read more

Super enthusiastic baristas with some nice choices of beverages and a wonderful courtyard to relax in outside as well as plenty inside seating for those cold or rainy days. They made this non coffee drinker a super yummy spicy chai/apple cider latte concoction with cayenne pepper cinnamon and nutmeg and it was wonderful. Come Check them out... walk down the hallway left of the Cary Hotel and you will find them on the left of the courtyard. read more

Today just got WAY better... Incredible coffee... Great staff and lovely setting. Makes me grateful to live close by... read more

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A very cozy coffee place nestled into the small town of Placerville -- it has a simple menu and a very cute courtyard right outside to sip on some drinks. It's a bit hidden but honestly a gem! The staff was really nice and they were following all social distancing procedures, including masks. I got a small (option between 10 and 12 ounce) hot chocolate and it was really great. read more

Pachamama Coffee - Courtyard - Cafes Near Me - Placerville, California

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A very nice and friendly coffee shop on Main Street! We almost missed it as you have to walk through a little brick alleyway to get to it. We ordered mochas and they were very good. They seemed to be made with a pretty dark chocolate which I loved, but my husband added a packet of sugar to get it to his liking. Yum! read more

Vibes in here are chill and cozy, and the coffee and matcha are amazing! I love coming here with my laptop to do some work and enjoy some brews. read more

Most delicious beans. Was hesitant at first but met Mr. Cruz who gave me some great intel on their history and culture. Had an most excellent Cappuccino and looking forward to my next visit, go have a wonderful experience.... read more

Pachamama Coffee - Great Cappuccino and story about their organization - Cafes Near Me - Placerville, California

On Saturday morning my boyfriend and I stopped in for something hot to sip while we strolled through old town. I ordered a Hot Chai Tea and it was the best one I have ever brought to my lips! The milk made my tea nice and creamy and had a nice generous sprinkle of cinnamon on top! I spoke to our barista and he said that they make their Chai in house, no wonder it taste so fresh and delicious! Fact: It was originally called Masala Chai which translates to "spiced tea", a staple drink in India that began it's origins thousands of years ago! I would highly recommend paying a visit to this little coffee shop, I have heard so many good things about this well-known shop and I have to say the hype is real! Come check it out for yourself! I loved their decor, including the live edge coffee table we sat at, overall vibes and the helpful and friendly staff! Support small, especially during these hard times when they need our business most! read more

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