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    Pause Coffee House

    4.4 (532 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Latecia P.

    I recently checked out a coffee place right next to my hair shop, and it was great! When I requested extra whip on my drink, the guy looked confused and respectfully disgusted LOL and that's when I knew.... I was in a real coffee place, they don't play that whip cream stuff their more elegant with the foam and designs at the top lol, I'm just getting my coffee life together have a little grace on me. I ordered a white chocolate mocha, which was delicious, and a creamy cheese croissant that I loved. The vibe of the place was calm and clean. Next time, I plan to sit in and enjoy the full experience!

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    Jaina T.

    Checked out Pause Coffee House after a class at ARC hoping to find some good food and a new study spot. I came during a busy hour which wasn't idea but didn't affect anything in regard to the taste of what I got! Typically I like to find a spot that's quietly busy so if you're wanting to do the same I would try to come when it's less busy as I found myself slightly overstimulated by the business and seeing all the seats filled up which otherwise is a good sign! The Banana Dream Match caught my eye so I ordered it immediately along with an Avocado toast + egg ( extra cost). They give you a buzzer for the food and you have to find a corner to wait in that's out of the way and pick your food up by the kitchen. The vibe was very open and I liked the different seating options as well as the abundance of outlets. I ended up eating outside to get away from the busyness and the I was in the middle of talking when the taste of the Banana hit me. The best. Banana matcha I've ever had. Which I didn't expect because I've tried so many but what I loved most is that the banana flavor was sweet but tasted like real banana and the matcha flavor was still present. The banana flavor wasn't just at the top either it was top to bottom so every sip tasted the same making it soooo good!! The Avocado toast was good as well a little on the tangy side but I loved the egg. Great spot when it's less busy which would make parking easier as well but glad I stopped in to find my new favorite matcha spot.

    Patrick W.

    Wide open space filled with a lot of students. I think I observed 3-4 small study groups. I tried a sandwich here and a Red Eye. It was all satisfactory. The noise level wasn't too loud, and some of the seating is comfortable. There is plenty of space to spread out a little too. The staff was super efficient and friendly.

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    Zainab M.

    Better than Temple! Love their coffee. Good customer service and lovely place to sit and enjoy.

    Breve flat white.
    Dan H.

    Pause Coffee is so good! I'm constantly on the go and use coffee shops for an office. I get the same thing - Breve Flat White. Their's was fantastic. Service was excellent. The ambiance is so good here. And lots of seating spaces indoor and out for singles or groups.

    Banana Cream Matcha
    Manny L.

    5 Stars - My New Favorite Stop! Pause Coffee in Fair Oaks is an absolute gem! I stopped by recently and was completely blown away by the quality of the food and the amazing customer service. I tried their signature Banana Cream Matcha and it was perfectly balanced--creamy, fresh, and just sweet enough. It's already my new go-to drink. I also grabbed a delicious spread of goodies: their croissants were buttery and flaky, the bagels were fresh, and the chia pudding was fantastic and healthy. Everything I tried was truly delicious and clearly made with care. Beyond the food, the staff was incredibly friendly and provided top-notch customer service, making the entire experience enjoyable. If you're looking for great coffee, incredible pastries, and a welcoming atmosphere, you absolutely need to stop by Pause Coffee! Highly, highly recommend.

    Plain Latte and apricot scone  3.5 overall rating of both.
    Lisa M.

    I'd rate this 3.5 stars. My latte wasn't the best to be honest, along with the apricot scone. The latte wasn't balanced with enough espresso & the foam wasn't creamy. After comparing to Foursquare in Downtown Folsom the day prior, this fell flat. Same goes with the apricot scone, was pretty dry and bland. I was so surprised, given how crowded it was & stellar reviews. Maybe because there is no other coffee shops in the area, other than chains.

    Jackie K.

    Sat outside as the place was slammed!! But I see why!! So much selection and sooo good - they serve Ettores pastries - I got an iced strawberry latte - my husband got a hot bourbon cardamom latte and a cheese danish !! Yum!! Hopping place - super nice service and fast!!

    Ashley C.

    Haven't been to Pause in a very long time so I was surprised to see the expanded seating area inside when we arrived! The coffee shop was already pretty spacious so it's nice that there is even more space available. I tried out their banana matcha and it was great! A lot of places are jumping on the banana matcha trend so I was weary about this one but was pleasantly surprised. The cream was really good and the banana flavor was definitely present. Will definitely be adding Pause back into the coffee shop rotation again - not sure why it ever fell off!

    Turkey Sandwich
    Marina V.

    Love this neighborhood coffee shop! Very friendly staff and they have fresh pressed orange juice and pastries from Ettores Cafe! It's very chill vibes in head with positive music and very spacious! They just expanded into the suite next door and it's friendly for study or working sessions with outlets throughout the space! Coffee is bomb too! I want to try the matcha next time I visit!

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    Aleya S.

    Tiktok was right about the banana matcha here. It's amazing and super sweet-which I prefer. I came during the Sunday morning rush. After about 20 minutes, I had to check in with the barista. They accidentally skipped my order and immediately started working on my drink. They were super nice about it though and gave me a coupon for a free drink. Definitely a super busy coffee shop. It gets a little loud inside, but there's outdoor seating.

    Seasonal "Gimme S'more Cold Brew"
    Courtney P.

    Looking to try a new coffee shop on my way to take my dogs to their veterinary appointment, I stumbled upon Pause Coffee House. I had never heard of Pause before and was excited to give it a try. There is ample parking as it is located in a strip mall. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating. The space is quite large, clean and modern. I decided to try their seasonal "gimme s'more" cold brew - a chocolate cold brew with marshmallow soft top and crushed graham cracker. It was a little sweet, but definitely a nice little treat. Since it was breakfast time, I also decided to try a bagel sandwich, but opted against the spinach and aïoli that came on it. My everything bagel had a perfectly cooked egg, Canadian bacon, and cheese. It was quite filling and given the price, I was quite pleased. All in all, a nice coffee shop and place to meet a friend or sit and do some work.

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    Helen N.

    All the Basics, None of the Wow none of the spark. Solid spot, but nothing special. I got my coffee and drink in a to-go cup, which felt a bit impersonal, and the service was just okay-I almost felt like I had to guide the process myself. Prices are standard for most coffee shops, around $16 for two drinks, but there wasn't anything that really stood out enough to make me want to come back. It's a decent place if you're meeting up with friends or need somewhere to get a bit of work done, though it leans on the louder side. The patio is a nice touch, and the easy parking out front definitely earns points for convenience. Overall seems like a simple put together coffee shop kinda vibe- a little bit of new and a little bit of old interior- bring me back in time.

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    10 months ago

    Really good coffee, service and food options! Really nice inside and lots of room to find a spot to sit. My new favorite coffee place!

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    11 months ago

    They use onyx beans. As a consequence the coffee here is amazing. Best coffee in the greater Sacramento area

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    Other than the long lines that seem to really take awhile to get through, the coffee is worth it and the pastries were delicious

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    A great atmosphere and great coffee! I love this place! The staff is very friendly and helpful!

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    Beautiful coffee house with ample seating! The space was clean and their drinks are always delicious and filled to the brim.

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    I really care about supporting local businesses but I was yelled at by the blonde manager this…read moremorning. As someone who is bipolar and been homeless before, I always pass along my leftovers to one of the homeless that hangs out in the park. I came up to him today with a cup of tea, and he asked if I could get him a cup of coffee. I said sure, it's 2 dollars that I can spend on someone in a similar situation that I have been in myself before. I came out with a cup of coffee for him, he was standing by the bar down the street. He requested milk and sugar. I didn't want to touch the cup he was holding so I said okay. The girl at the register was happy to give me an extra cup for milk and sugar. I filled it and was cornered when I was exiting. She was fuming, flustered saying that refills aren't free. How dare I take free refills from the shop before. I apologetically expressed I can pay for a second cup of coffee. She didn't back down. She verbally berated me in front of EVERYONE and it was an awful experience. I've been homeless myself but I've never looked it. This is unacceptable behavior and very ableist. I will still come by, but I wanted to warn others that this place is very discriminatory against the disabled homeless population and I do not want to be a part of this kind of energy.

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    This specific Sandwich Spot location was one of my original favorite sandwich shops of all time…read more My friend Ashley and I used to always come here and split a Cougar on Dutch Crunch, sub pastrami for turkey. Feeling nostalgic, I recently decided to have lunch here. I asked for a Cougar with pastrami instead of turkey. "You want a number 26?" (Looks at menu) "Yes, with pastrami instead of turkey." "Number 26, right?" When I had walked in, I saw two girls cleaning. One of them had stopped to take my order. After taking my order, she continued to clean for exactly ten minutes before stopping, washing her hands, and beginning to prepare my sandwich. (I'm positive that it was exactly ten minutes before she even *started* to make my sandwich, because I get a text message the minute my card is charged, so it's easy to just look at the text, and see how much time has elapsed.) As she finished making my sandwich, another guest came in. After she placed her order, the second girl washed her hands, and both girls made her sandwich together. While I had waited nearly fifteen minutes for my sandwich, this girl waited for less than two. It was so odd. As I ate my sandwich, both girls behind the counter stared at me so hard that I seriously wondered if they had done something funky to my sandwich. So, all of that was very strange. But the sandwich was good. None of the ingredients were missing. The veggies were all in ridiculously tiny quantities in comparison to the super smearing of sauce, but, it was all there, and it tasted good. When it comes to sandwiches, in terms of the meat, you get what you pay for. Sandwich Spot uses cheaper meat than some fancier delis do, but they also use a larger quantity of it. So, if you would rather have a large amount of okay pastrami versus a medium amount of great pastrami, then, Sandwich Spot is the spot for you. If you're really into premium lunch meat, though, this isn't it. The pastrami tasted like it could have come from the fridge section at Winco or Walmart. Overall, for a cheaper/lower-end sandwich place, Sandwich Spot is still one of my favorites. I love their menu, and haven't found a sandwich quite like the Cougar anywhere else.

    First time coming here with my wife for lunch. The…read moresandwiches we ordered tasted good. I felt the service was very disorganized. My wifenordednher sandwich without mayonnaise and I ordered a "goat" . BLT with avocado. I specified no onions. When we got our sandwiches, mine had no mayo at all. I went.to the counter to ask for a side of mayo and was initially given pushback as they said I did not want mayo. She acted like she was not going to provide it. What kind of crap is that? When she noticed I was a bit annoyed, she provided it. The music they have piped in is too loud making it hard to hear and place orders and to have a conversation. We paid over 38 dollars for 2 sandwiches, 2 small bags of chips and 2 small drinks. Sorry....too much money for what we received. I will likely not return to this location.

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