I usually come here after placing an online order when I'm on my way to work but I was able to sit down and enjoy my coffee in the location during my last visit. I ordered hot mocha tessora which is one of my go-to's and it came out just a bit warm. Service was ok that visit. Guy at the register wasn't too thrilled to take my order and tossed my pasty at me on the counter, though he apologized. Will probably just keep my online orders for this one read more

I came here yesterday and did an online order per usual. When I arrived my order containing 3 items were ready. I ordered a small iced silken splendor, paper filter philtered soul beans, and an everything bagel with cream cheese. My coffee wasn't iced, but Daria quickly corrected the order with a fresh cup made correctly and even asked if I wanted to keep the hot coffee. I kindly declined since I'm pregnant and have to watch my caffeine intake. Sadly this morning I'm preparing my pour over coffee and I opened my bag of beans that were supposed to be for a paper filter and they're whole beans instead of grounded. Not only did this trip fail me twice, I now have whole coffee beans, nothing to do with them, and a craving I have to go out of my way to satisfy again. read more

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20 minutes to get at best an overpriced, adequate cup of coffee when there were three people in line ahead of me was ridiculous.

Pros: -free small parking lot in front -mobile order available (pick up is by the window according to first names) -walk up order available- walk up order items are picked up at this window, not near the mobile orders -they will ground your coffee bean purchase Cons: -n/a read more

Philz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

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This is one of my favorite Philz since the closing of the original 24th street location. (Boohoo and thank you to the old classic store. Hello and thank you to the new team and new location in the Bay Area.) Great place to write, read and ponder. Staff here provide a mix of music to their tastes to provoke toe-tapping and festive ambiance. read more

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Went to the Berkeley location. Tucked away but order ahead and you're good. Parking lot gets full so look out for that read more

Philz Coffee - Happy Friday. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

I came here on a late Saturday afternoon for a nice snack and iced mint mojito drink. On arrival, I really enjoyed what they did with the place. The place had a large garage-like entrance and large windows that allowed for a lot of natural sunlight and a natural breeze to flow through. The interior had nice tables suitable for chit-chat or studies. The patio had nice tables as well where I eventually settled down to enjoy my coffee while doing some reading. The overall location is very nice. Given that I had not had lunch yet and just finished a slight workout, I was hungry for a snack here. Looking at the cookies, I was extremely turned off as I saw a large swarm of fruit flies flying around and walking over all of them. This was quite the sight that made me want to skip eating anything altogether but I was hungry enough to pretend I didn't see anything and so I opted for a onion and bacon croissant located far at the other end of the display. I asked the worker to get it extra toasted maybe just for ease of mind. It ended up being pretty good which was nice. I received my croissant soon after I ordered it since it just needed to be toasted. However, the mint mojito took upwards of 30 minutes to receive. It was not a busy time with just 3-4 orders ahead of me. However, this place was clearly understaffed with only one person making the drinks. I appreciate the work put into my drink as it was extremely refreshing and great but having to wait so long was a bit of an annoyance knowing that far busier Philz locations are able to fulfill orders much quicker. read more

Philz Coffee - Mint Mojito and Bacon Onion pastry - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I am absolutely obsessed with Philz Mint Mojito iced coffee!! It's so delicious and creamy. I definitely recommend this item if you decide to pop by. They also let you bring your own cup/mug to help save the environment and also it's a discount. The Mint Mojito is great, it's fresh and definitely creamy! I usually don't like mint anything and think drink only has a subtle mint taste that mixes perfectly with the cream and coffee. They have a small parking lot right outside however sometimes it's hard to find parking. This place seems to always be packed, finding a place to sit can be a bit harder. But ordering and getting your drink goes very fast. You order first, followed by paying. read more

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I really like the environment of this place, and the service cause I told the cashier was my first time there and she made a great recommendation and it was really good, they just didn't know how to write my name but it's okey read more

Philz Coffee - Mind mojito iced coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Great location with ample seating and very cool staff. Not the same template of food and coffee as other Bay Area coffee places - the breakfast burritos are great! They have a little elevator for people who need it. read more

I ordered coffee, a green chili burrito and banana bread. The coffee is excellent. The burrito was good. The banana bread did not come, though it was on the receipt they sent and I paid for it. This is the second time that I ordered banana bread and it didn't come and I paid for it. There will not be a third time. It's clear that if I want banana bread I will have to go to Philz and get it. I live in the Berkeley Hills which is why I often order delivery and I probably won't make the trip. Too bad. read more

Busy location but with the regular Philz charm. My barista was quick and good at multi-tasking, working on previous orders and also having a meaningful coffee conversation with me. No seat was available around 2pm on a Saturday. Do watch out for the power cords on the ground, which are in major pathways to reach an outlet. Coffee is always high quality. I always find a little bit of cream and sugar bring out the flavor of the medium roasts. read more

Philz Coffee - For the holidays - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Only for fans of flavored coffee I guess they do well what they do but don't go here for a regular cup of coffee. "We don't make expressso drinks." The first thing the counter attendant tells me. So it's a different drink. Everything else was pretty great. A lot of typical coffeeshop pastries, somewhat loud music to cover the din, great internet. It's not to my liking but there are a LOT of people in here as I type this and they must like the stuff. I came for a latte and had to choose from a list including "Dark and Bold" and "Light and Bright" and it's flavored coffee. You will end up with flavored coffee. It's not for everyone. read more

Incredible coffee, amazing staff, cozy atmosphere! Honey haze iced with oat milk is delicious. Pros: The baristas have their own stations with their name on it! How sweet is that, you know where to pick up your drink because they place it in front of their station on the bar with your name and drink labeled on the cup and you can thank them personally for making your drink! This location has one all gender restroom- we love to see it. They sell pastries and have a few food options at the till. They also have sustainable coffee cups- we love that! Great place to study/work or just hangout and enjoy the space. Cons: Small parking lot, don't recommend if you're in a rush- (it's berkeley) Inside can be on the louder side if you're gonna work or study but nothing a good pair of headphones can't fix. I love the history of Philz I think they're a great spot to try with I believe over 69 locations in California, you won't be disappointed. read more

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Going to school in the area, I often find myself studying in Berkeley. This location has a chill atmosphere with lots of young people in CAL Crewnecks trickling in and out. There's plenty of metered street parking, ample power supply, and good music playing (mix of 2000s hits and todays music). Lots of study space and the wifi is SUPER QUICK. Of course, Philz in general is great. My fave is the mojito- refreshing and sweet topped with a mint leaf. But I feel like this location has more to offer than some. Recommend. read more

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This Philz location always gets it right! It's conveniently located with plenty of free parking (there's a parking lot and street parking). Order through their mobile app and drop by to pick it up, it's that easy. There's tape on the floor that's measured out for you so everyone can stand 6 feet apart while you wait to pick up your order. Simply tell them the name you ordered with and they'll hand you your drink. Great service from all their staff! I always get the Iced Ecstatic sweet and creamy, it's amazing. read more

Sometimes I think Philz is too fancy for me, but my friend recommended I try the PHILTERED SOUL. I got it with lighter sweetness and it was perfect since I really need to wake up from my early flight into SF. ENJOY! PS: Parking can be poop if a bunch of people are trying to get coffee. read more

YUM! I'm glad I tried the Mocha Tesora. I truly enjoyed it. I opted for a hot medium size w/ stevia sweetener. The mocha is super rich, it's practically dessert (for me). DELICIOUS! I can't wait to get this again. The service was great too. Super friendly staff. What a lovely experience. Thank you Philz Coffee of Berkeley. See you again sometime soon! read more

Philz Coffee - Hot Mocha Tesora - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Found this amazing spot while on a work trip and can't stop craving this delicious coffee! I got a honey haze cold brew and a turkey sausage sandwich and both were fantastic. Great vibe to do some work and enjoy the cooler weather! read more

Philz Coffee - Honey Haze - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

I really love lattes but this place is known for filtered coffee and featured creations. Staff was super accommodating, even though I made the mistake in the order. But they fixed the drink for me. I prefer espresso but this place was pretty good. read more

Philz Coffee - Tesora - the latte replacement for filtered coffee here. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

(1/8/22) I wanted to give this spot onnnnne more try. And sad to say this will be my last time going to this location. For the same reason written below. The drinks just wasn't up to par from what I'm used to. (1/2/22) Wasn't going to update the review but after coming here every week for the last month, the drinks has been inconsistent. For sure made by new staff that haven't made my drinks before. Always order a mission cold brew the house way and lately there has been something off about it, they ask to taste it and see if it's perfect lol...even after the second adjustment it still don't taste the same or what I'm used to. It was perfect when I went months back, but as of late it just doesn't taste the same. read more

Oh Philz, How I've forgotten how good you were... When I used to work in SF you were my occasional indulgent since you were literally on my path to work. To convenient to pass by. Your fault. It's you, not me. Switching jobs ended that. And Covid ended trips to the coffee store... After trying all sorts of coffee beans, I've crawled back to you. Those philtered soul beans...So good. Then I happen to meet others (physically!) at this location. Got me that iced estactic I use to always get. So good. If your coffee was cheaper I would probably visit you too often. Crazy how much a good cup of coffee cost these days... But then again we live in a '$6 for a cup of tea with some floating carb balls? Sure!' Could you move a little closer to me? Or maybe that isn't a good idea... Until next time... ... I'll be reminded of you every morning as I make coffee with your logo on it... read more

2022: I've enjoyed Philz Coffee generally and this location specifically for a very long time, as evidenced from by my last review way back in 2014. After a long break during the pandemic, I've started coming back to this location, and I feel compelled to provide feedback on two incidents that happened last week. This location has an inside / outside hybrid design, and it seems that this has led to people feeling comfortable bringing their dogs (both inside and outside). On Friday, two different customers brought large dogs (like 50+ pounds) into the store. On Monday it was the same thing - multiple large dogs. While I tend to be in the "service dogs only" camp, I figured it's whatever, that's just the vibe now, EXCEPT on both Monday and Friday, two different dogs aggressively barked at and LUNGED AT other customers. On Monday, the dog (a large German Shepard) actually barked and lunged at two different people, one inside and one outside. Even more amazingly, all three of the "victims" of the lunges were Black customers. In fact, when the second lunge happened on Monday, the "victim" turned to the German Shepard's owner (an older white woman) and said "Wow, your dog really doesn't like Blacks," which she awkwardly attempted to laugh off. I have always thought of Philz as being one of the most inclusive businesses in the Bay Area, probably in the country, so I have been really troubled by what I observed. All these years later, as someone who has repeatedly brought their toddler to this location (and saw other toddlers there on Friday), I no longer feel comfortable coming here, particularly with my children. It only takes one accident ... Updated from 2014 (4 out of 5 stars): Coffee is excellent per usual, and there is rarely a line at this Philz (NOT ANYMORE), which is a huge plus. However, and this is again somewhat universal to all their spots, despite having a big seating area, there is almost never anywhere to sit (GREATLY IMPROVED). Couches are nice, but I'd rather there were more tables. There is ample outdoor seating, but if you're there after 12pm. you'll be baked in direct sunlight. Awnings or umbrellas would be a huge help (NOT ADDRESSED, THOUGH THE NEIGHBORING BUSINESS DID PUT UP UMBRELLAS). read more

If you are ever on the West Coast, you must try Philz Coffee. Every cup they make is started from scratch. You won't get coffee that's been sitting in a carafe for hours. They grind the beans then pour hot water over them directly into your cup for the freshest taste. They have great beans to choose from too. If you fall in love with your cup.. they sell bags to take home with you. My latest visit was for iced coffee called Gingersnap. It tasted just like the cookie.. although not as sweet. It was quite good. I'll be back on my next visit. :) read more

Philz Coffee - Be patient.. each cup is brewed individually - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Plenty of seat, lines weren't long and service was fast. Also parking is easy in this location

The best coffee in the world! Made using a drip filter, the best way to make coffee. They tailor each cup individually and make them one at a time. Try the Silken Splendor blend, it is unbelievable! My only criticism is that this kind of coffee does not continue to taste good in your cup after about half an hour. I'm one of those people who will hang onto their coffee all day, and somehow Silken Splendor blend gets metallic-tasting and bothers my stomach after it's cold. But not so with their rosé iced blend, or the mint Mojito iced coffee. Delicious! The servers also try to be extra nice, real & human to everyone. They talk to you and ask you how you're doing and stuff like that. read more

This is the best Philz coffee around great quality coffee and costumers service I will give them 10 stars in everything thing they do no negative vibes at all read more

Honestly, people these days are trying to support small local businesses, but find themselves constantly searching for the right coffee spots when good ole Philz has always made the perfect cup of joe. I'm certainly guilty of that. The endless searches on yelp, but really just stop by Philz if you see one. Sure, they no longer have those long lines anymore, so you're thinking, meeh, they're not good anymore. So far from the truth! I came here on Friday because it's been a while since I've had Philz. Heck, it's been years. Anyway, I ordered my regular mint mojito iced less sweet. Oh my, it still holds a special spot in my heart. Creamy, minty, lightly sweeten, smooth, and cold coffee on a fairly hot and humid day - if only I could have one of these everyday sitting on a beach in Hawaii. Okay, I'm dreaming. My hubby also got a tesora with whole milk. It wasn't all that great because the tesora was actually very acidic. So play it safe, get the mint mojito. read more

Philz Coffee - Mint mojito - I love you - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

This location isn't doing so well; last 3 times things were messed up, maybe not enough training? I mean it's a good coffee chain....?

You can never go wrong with a cup of Philz Coffee. They use a pour-over brewing process to entail the perfect cup of coffee. And, if you're not a coffee person, they also have some refreshing teas you can try. Here's my go to drink; A cup of Mint Mojito, which is one of their signature drinks, and just add a tad bit more of sweetness. You can thank me later :) Oh, and don't forget to grab their pastries. So delicious! Enjoy read more

Philz Coffee - Yes, please & a tad bit of sweetness! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Philz is consistent no matter which location I go to and o love their service. Love their coffee!!

Philz never disappoints...I love it! The winter bliss and the one with honey....soooo good.

If you haven't been to Philz and had the Philz experience, it's truly remarkable. Philz started in the city, and he resisted letting others franchise his idea. He was always a local character. But his product was too unique to hold down. Along with his children they carved an Empire out of his special process. Now there are other locations so we can all have a poke at them. What they do that is different is they brew each cup of fresh beans to order. No batch formula pot holding hours old product. Only fresh hot delicious black gold. SO why do we wait for this long process? Because it's an amazing product. I tried it years ago in San Francisco and then I found a place in Marin some time ago the used his product. Happy me. read more

Philz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

UPDATE 12/25/23: Mediocre coffee. Worse worker rights. Even though the quality at Philz had gone down, I had started supporting the business again in November, believing it was owned by its founder. i just learned that not only is it not owned by him anymore, but employees are not allowed to wear pins supporting a free Palestine and have been sent home for doing so. They lost my business a second time. read more

Iced mojito coffee is amazing. So refreshing. Everyone I've had try it loves it. You won't be disappointed.

Expect to wait. Drinks are always on point. Nice location. I like the Tesoro coffee bags and the mint mojito. read more

Philz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

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At first I really like this place they really have some decent coffee but they've just gone totally downhill. I can't believe the horrible service and receiving these last few weeks so I'm gonna have to switch it up can't go to Starbucks anymore. Can't go to this one anymore so I have to find something different. read more

Make sure your barista is NOT Christine!! She won't read the order label printed on the cup and will make it however she feels by ~ "default" ~. Was working 1:30PM Sunday 9/18/2022. I ordered a hot ecstatic through the app and received an iced one. Instead of apologizing for not seeing the "hot" on the label she brushed it off "oh ecstatic is usually iced". When I asked if that's the case even when I ask for hot while pointing at the label, she just laughs it off: "Oh hahah usually when we see ecstatic we just do iced by default" All she needed to do was recognize the mistake and offer a new coffee, but instead she shifted the blame on me for ordering a rare hot drink on a rainy day.. read more

Had the mint mint mojito, it's was perfectly sweet and had a natural flavor, the service is a 10/10 and the baristas are very friendly and always ask to make sure you like your drink. The ambiance is nice and the store is always clean, I love their grater alarms roast and it has a light yet pronounced pineapple flavor, definitely my favorite place in Berkeley and the Bay Area! read more

I ordered an iced mint mojito it was my first time trying it and I was super excited because I enjoy mint but this beverage wasn't good at all. I waited about 15 minutes for my drink and was very disappointed I started drinking it and shortly after my stomach started to ache and I finished my drink and I wondered why my cup was still heavy to my surprise I saw that literally half of my cup was full of mint even with the long black stems attached which was why my stomach didn't enjoy this drink at all. If you want a cup full of mint then definitely come here but I don't think it's worth paying five dollars for the small size and to get half coffee and half a cup of mint you only get a few sips of coffee out of this drink read more

Philz Coffee - Mint mojito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California