Pink Owl Coffee opened 3 years ago where Starbucks once was. Interior & exterior rebranded with iconic pink owl related decor. Quick service by single barista on duty. Got a cup of Joe in minutes. Soft music in background. Offerings: toasts, bagels, sandos, pastries, croissant sandos, espressos, matcha latte, drip, cold brew, tea bar.... Sips: cup o' brew (10 oz. 4) -smooth with slight harshness, medium roasts, easy sipping. -plenty of seating inside and outside. Meter parking nearbyz read more

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Black, bitter water. Two sips then into the garbage can by the front door. Typical experience at most local coffee shops. Over roasted old beans seems to be the norm. But what do I know, I don't like Peet's. Yeah, the Bay Area institution! The owl that's pink? Tacky interior, attempt to be hip and funky but falls short. Hello Kitty meets thrift shop chic on the way to Goodwill. The only way to go is a single origin pour over. And I prefer mine at the BIG RED fish. read more

Pink Owl Coffee - Coffee cup art - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Rafael, California

First time here and the impression was ...to never come again. I had to use the restroom, and if I rate this place on the bathroom alone it would be zero stars. Dust and debris on the ground as if no one has mopped let alone swept the floors in 6 months. TP all over the floor. Empty tp dispenser. Just a grimyy look and feel to the bathroom area overall. Ordering was meh, I asked for recommendations and got a flat response. My drink was bland (barely any pistachio flavor), and the barista mispronounced my name. It's a no from me. read more

Great coffee. Great vibe. The nicest people ever, work there. The customer service is always top notch

Was on the way to Mendocino and made a pit stop midway. Drove into a random plaza and spotted this coffee shop. We decided to grab some coffees and breakfast sandwiches to fuel up and it was delicious, definitely hit the spot. Vanilla latte was smooth and creamy and the drip coffee was excellent. The breakfast sandwiches are easy and simple (appears to be Costco croissants), nothing to rave about but still good. The menu is quite extensive and the self ordering kiosks are a little confusing, so I would just skip that and go order at the counter. All in all, good stop and great ambience/fun decor. read more

Pink Owl Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Rafael, California

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I really like this location. Sometimes I go here and pay for parking instead of going to the other location in San Rafael, just because it's a better people watching spot, has great light, is more spacious, etc. It's in pretty good condition, the bathroom could be nicer, though. The coffee is good but I wish they had a dark roast in the urn because the ones they have usually leave me totally buzzing! read more

I'm currently on maternity leave and taking mom & baby classes on 4th St. Every week we walk to Pink Owl after class and I truly look forward to trying a new unique latte. So far my favorite is the ube, but I recently tried the chai with lavender and was pleased with that as well. There's so many ways to customize your coffee and lots of food options. The vibe is fun but cozy and there's something for everyone. Thank you Pink Owl for being a great spot to hang! Now, we just need one in Novato. read more

Pink Owl has everything. Comfortable, soothing ambience. Comfortable seating. Wonderful coffee and delicious treats. Pink Owl is our favorite place to stop. I wish there were more of them and I love the fact that they support breast cancer research. read more

Pink Owl Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Rafael, California

Pink Owl Cafe We got white mocha and a egg nogg white mocha. White mocha had a nice balance of flavor. Egg nogg white mocha was alittle more bitter and tasted more like milk. read more

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Popped into Pink Owl for the 1st time on a Tues late morning and this place is definitely made for folks who work remotely or want to study. It's got great decor lots of outlets all over the cafe and a decent amount of seating areas like couches or regular cafe tables. If I lived nearby I'd definitely add it to my go to list of places to work/study. The staff were super warm and welcoming too. I got a matcha strawberry latte w/ almond milk which was tasty! You could tell the matcha was legit vs the premade things as the earthy matcha flavor was strong and not watered down. We also got a pastry which hit the spot. One note: parking could be tough as it's street parking but there is a parking garage on 5th street & A st, if street parking gets tough. read more

The downtown Pink Owl location has the better atmosphere, is bigger, and has light food options. However the other location has more available parking. Interior is hip and stylish, with lots of plants, dim lights, and usually disco music. There are plenty of non-coffee options, as well as some rotating fun coffee options with their seasonal specials. I recently got a Turkish delight oat latte, which was delicious and the right kind of sweet. Plenty of seating, with options on couch comfy/pillow seating and more serious booth or chair seating. There is also a lot of merchandise, including beans, mugs, and misc gifts. The coffee shop has WiFi and plenty of power outlets on tables, so it's a great place to get some work or studying done. However, the music is too loud if you happen to find the need for an emergency conference call. read more

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I was in town visiting. While I was in downtown San Rafael, I was looking for a quick bite and coffee for breakfast. I dropped into the Pink Owl. It was my first ever visit. The staff was outstanding. Engaging and helpful. The bagel was good but the chocolate muffin was out of this world delicious. However, my chai latte fell flat. It was lacking a creaminess and deep tea and spice flavor. Besides coffee drinks the menu includes baked items, bagels $5.75, toasts $12-15 and sandwiches $15. The chocolate muffin was big and plump. Moist. Chocolaty but not overly sweet. The chai latte, as I mentioned before, missed the mark. But hey this place is a coffee haus not a bakery. From the outside, the place has a modern bohemian charm. The patio furniture was a bold teal color and the painted pink owl in the window was quirky. The inside was just as charming. They had tables and chairs, cushy sofas and plush reading chairs, with lots of USB ports and outlets scattered about. The vibe was lively and chill with a diverse bunch. read more

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Cute place. Good service. The coffee tasted burned, which is pretty standard for dark roasts. So if you like Starbucks you'll like the coffee here. Cute place. Good service. read more

Nice place to get a reasonably priced coffee and chill and read. Nice location downtown and lots of seating inside and outside. Snacks for sale too read more

Pink Owl Coffee - Small coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Rafael, California

My coworker recommended Pink Owl Coffee because she knows I love a cute spot that serves good drinks! On a work-from-home day, I chose to come here with my companion to work and it was the idyllic spot. There's no shortage of the color pink or owls here! Spunky, colorful, and cute decor plaster the cafe. The ambiance is laid-back with outlets, WiFi, and indoor and outdoor dining available. People of all ages come here and it seems like a well loved spot. Service by the barista was okay, not friendly but not unfriendly. Our drinks came out fairly quickly which was nice. Aside from typical cafe drinks including coffee and tea, they also have seasonal specialties. I had the Sunrise Strawberry Matcha with Oat Milk. It was decadent, had a hint of sweetness, and both the strawberry and matcha flavors were prevalent. My companion had the Lavender Flower Power Matcha Latte with Oat Milk. I enjoyed his which was slightly floral. New to the area, I'm not familiar with the cafe scenes in San Rafael, but I'm a fan of Pink Owl for their drinks and spacious setup. It's the perfect place to meet with friends or get some work done. Located off Fourth Street, parking is metered and in the neighborhood. read more

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I love all the pink, it's so pretty. This is the only café I know of that has a violet latte which I usually get. There are 2 locations in San Rafael. This one is in the heart of downtown, is bigger, and has a food menu and the other one is better for stopping in to get something on the way to somewhere because it has a parking lot. This one is more suited for the sitting in a café experience. Be sure to let the counter know you are staying in to get a mug instead of a paper cup because they can get forgetful at asking. read more

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This coffee was the most lackluster coffee I've ever had. I got a salted Carmel breve. It had no flavor at all. Except for a slight undertone of bitter tasting coffee. It really just tasted like steamed plain cream. It's a cute place though and I wanted to love it! read more

Love the mission and the main store on 4th! But about that $19 bag of Espresso beans I bought there. While it doesn't taste like a** but well, I was disappointed it didn't kick my a**. It just didn't, sorry. Graffeo down the street is still my gold standard. read more

The Farm blend ground for a pour over is my order on repeat. Great family run business! They also offer cappuccinos for dogs-- pupuchinos! read more

Pink Owl Coffee - Mural - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Rafael, California

Came here on a Thursday morning before work. This isn't really my vibe or style for a coffee shop, but plenty of people working/studying. I ordered an Iced vanilla latte with oat milk through the ordering screen because there was only one worker making hella drinks/food. It took almost 15 minutes for my drink to come out. Okay but why was my small drink $10??? It was so small I finished in 5 minutes. The latte flavor was really good and not too sweet, but for the size, I would not pay this amount again. read more

The coffee is great, and I enjoy sitting and reading. Also, they accept Bitcoin for payments :) so cool!! So awesome to have that option! read more

Coffee and the warm blueberry raisin muffin is great. The atmosphere lives up to "pink" and the service is outstanding. read more

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Super cute coffee shop perfect for getting some work done. Friendly staff and low key vibes. Must recommend their absurdly large and caffeinated cookies! read more

Pink Owl Coffee - Merch, Schwag, Gear and snacks. Order to the right. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Rafael, California

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I'm relatively new to San Rafael and had never heard of Pink Owl. I held off going in because old habits die hard, but I was absolutely delighted with the coffee, food options and wonderful little touches that make the cafe feel comfortable and welcoming. I specifically enjoyed the handmade espresso cups. They were beautiful and each one has a unique look and feel. Those alone are well worth the visit! read more

I was surprised to get 2 pieces of avocado toast. Hot chocolate is amazing, not too sweet it's wonderful. Service is nice. Atmosphere is so cozy. A lot of people with laptops around. I was there at lunch time and it wasn't noisy. I'll be back , thank you ! read more

Pink Owl Coffee - Hot chocolate - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Rafael, California

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I've been hearing rave reviews about Pink Owl for years now. My go-to morning stop, Arizmendi, was closed yesterday, so I decided to try Pink Owl. The decor is adorable, and I love the fun pink accents. Their customer service was friendly and on point. But the hot chocolate and three beignets I got were all super bland. Based on what I'd heard from friends, I had high expectations, so maybe I need to adjust my expectations. The size of the hot chocolate was generous, and the price was average for Marin, but the flavor wasn't there. read more

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Food - breakfast burrito was cold and disgusting. Inedible. Scone: among worst I've ever had. Coffee was not bad, but mediocre. Tacky ambiance, bad music, odd decoration. read more

This is my absolute favorite coffee shop in Marin County. The drinks are piping hot and the flavors of the roast are dark, nutty and rich. The oat milk latte is my jam; served perfectly hot with a balanced blend of well-steamed oat milk. And the Elvis sandwich, with a generous smear of nut butter, bananas, and bacon, is a well deserved treat. The staff is friendly and attentive, including their long-time barista, Gemma, who greets me by name and a warm smile with every visit. The owners, Joe and Sandra, are equally welcoming with a warm smile and a friendly chat. I especially like the laid back vibe of Pink Owl. The music is good. The staff is awesome. It's super chill and is not pretentious like many other coffee shops and restaurants in Marin. read more

Pink Owl Coffee - Oat milk latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Rafael, California

Best lattes in town! I love all of the customizations and flavors available, the pistachio syrup is so good! I love the pistachio latte,with brown sugar, sweet cream, and cold foam. I also really like the option to have a smaller size for the iced latte, keeps the latte strong but sweet without getting too milky. Also the sweet note brightened my day! read more

Pink Owl Coffee - Pistachio latte with cold foam - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Rafael, California

In addition to great service and good coffee, the barristra found the keys that fell out of the hole in my pocket. Lifesaver! So appreciative to have such great and honest people at my neighborhood coffee place read more

Pink owl will always be one of my favs Amazing rainy day coffee stop, supper cozy and really sweet staff. read more

Pink Owl Coffee - Turkish coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Rafael, California

Chai latte was perfectly sweetened, and the food was excellent. Service is great. She made multiple trips to our table to deliver things as they became ready. Pet friendly, too.. read more

I really don't like writing negative reviews, but this needs to be addressed. I used to be a restaurant manager, so I understand the importance of cleanliness in a food establishment. I recently visited the San Rafael 4th Street location and used the bathroom--it was absolutely disgusting. The bathroom reeked, there were no toilet seat covers, and grime and dirt were caked around the sink and faucet. The mirrors were scratched up, and the toilet's water tank had a cover that didn't even fit properly. There also was a yellow caution wet floor cone stored in there that was filthy. This is a food facility--if the bathroom is in this condition, I can't help but wonder about the state of the kitchen. I brought it up with a barista, and her response was: "Oh, I know. We clean the toilet every day, but the rest isn't done, and I already had many conversations with Joe the owner about it. The employee bathroom isn't much better." She even said I should contact the owner - well maybe a Yelp review will get his attention. Really?! Get a professional cleaner in there nightly--this is completely unacceptable. read more

Great coffee, great people, one of the few truly excellent coffee shops around. Nice vibe...our out of town guests often request a visit to the Owl. read more

I had never been there before, and I was served by Maddie, she was so friendly and welcoming. She made me a honey latte, made suggestion to it, it was awesome! I loved it! Great place, great menu, I will definitely be back! read more

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this was quite possibly the worst avocado toast i have ever had. especially for the price. i couldn't even eat it honestly. i don't even have any words so ill just provide a photo. if i could give it 0 stars i would. read more

Pink Owl Coffee - Avocado Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Rafael, California

This is the second location I've tried ! The staff member was so kind :) I got a matcha latte with oat milk and didn't disappoint as simple as it can be :) service was quick . And as an owl lover everything was sooo cute !! read more

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New spot alert !! Pink Owl coffee replaces the old Starbucks on 4th street! Lots of space and great seating and a vast menu! WiFi is free as well and although it was a quick drop in I will be back to try more of their menu items! Really good to see this space leased up !! read more

Pink Owl Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Rafael, California

This place is great! Cozy vibes, nice music. Nice selection of comfy places to sit. Good place to get some work done.

Pink Owl Coffee is a super cute, super pink, coffee shop in downtown San Rafael, CA. It boasts a menu consisting of a wide array of drinks ranging from coffees, espressos, teas, etc. They also provide baked goods, pastries and sandwiches. The decor is eclectic and, as I mentioned before, pink, but it gives a cool aura to the shop. There is plenty of seating where you can work, study, read or just hang out with friends. Definitely give this coffee shop a try if you're in the San Rafael area. read more