Sanctuary Coffee Shop is on another level. The coffee is always incredibly fresh, full of flavor, and amazingly smooth with no bitterness and very low acidity. It is dangerously easy to enjoy cup after cup... You can tell they really care about the quality and flavor of their fresh roasted beans. Everything tastes clean and balanced, and brewing a few cups has become a daily ritual in our house. Being able to walk over from home and grab freshly roasted beans is not only convenient, it makes me feel good about supporting local. If you love great coffee, this place is a must read more

Sanctuary Coffee Shop is such a vibe! Even though it's located on a church campus, it's warm, welcoming, and has a relaxed atmosphere that's perfect for meeting friends, getting some work done, or simply unwinding. Their iced lattes are absolutely amazing, smooth, flavorful, and some of the best I've had. I highly recommend stopping by if you're looking for great coffee and a cozy environment. read more

I enjoyed the Americano it really helped wake me up! Service was kind. Ambiance was relaxing. I'd go back. read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Americano Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

The 2 stars is simply for the aesthetics, location, & kids corner that my son loves. If you are coming here strictly for a good coffee or matcha do not expect to receive either. The matcha tasted like straight water that was colored green. No matcha flavor or oat milk. I tried to order something different, but the barista told me she didn't know how to make it even though it was on their menu board as soon as you walk in. Gave the place another shot & tried an iced latte with lavender & oat milk. Zero flavor of lavender & tasted like water that had been soaked in coffee beans. I was genuinely so confused how they are comfortably selling people any of this. The location is convenient, aesthetically pleasing, & very kid friendly with a kids corner inside. Everything else was a hard no. I'm hoping something drastically changes to be able to receive an even decent drink. Iced Matcha Latte + Oat Milk: 0/10 Iced Lavender Latte + Oat Milk: 0/10 read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Iced Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

Very cute vibes inside! I really like the interior, they even have a little play spot for kids. Their menu is pretty expansive which I like! There are options to choose from. I went with a Viennese cappuccino and a salmon pesto cream bagel. Don't think I've had a cappuccino before so this was a new experience? Idk if I'd say I'm a fan, but the drink tasted better cooled down imo. I would've preferred more sweetness, it's not bad tho. Coffee flavor is present. The bagel now... I really enjoyed it!!! I'd come back for the bagel and to try more items on the menu. Cute place, also service was great! Kind worker and my order came out fairly quick read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

This place is so good!! I love coming here! When you walk in, it's warm and cozy and offers plenty of comfy seating options. There's also a children's area so if you need to get work done, you can bring your kids and watch them from the sofa! The service is excellent! I've always been greeted with a friendly hello and when asking for recommendations, they are always ready to do so. Their pastries, namely the spinach and feta croissant, are delicious! Super fluffy and flaky. I do wish there was a bit more filling to the croissant, but it is still yummy nonetheless. My favorite drink from there is probably the salted caramel mocha! It is my absolute go-to. I do enjoy their seasonal drinks as well such as their maple pecan latte! read more

This was my first time trying sanctuary coffee shop and I'm amazed by the service, ambiance, and quality in coffee. It is located on the side of Northwest Church with a large parking lot. The shop is spacious with a TV playing Christmas jazz emphasizing the coziness of the shop. There were family's socializing and students studying. There was enough space where both parties could enjoy the ambiance without distracting each other which is a plus for me! I noticed some delicious looking pastries that I have yet to try. I ordered a large vanilla iced latte that came out to $6.44 which is amazing for the taste in quality. The latte is on the richer yet smoother end, emphasizing on the quality of the beans. I know this coffee shop is locally owned which is a plus and I can't wait to continue coming here. read more

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Helpful & friendly service. Nice ambiance. Decent AC & lots of bright sunny windows. Different spaces/seating for your preference--couches, chairs & padded pew benches. Got the iced Blue Sky Latte w/no almond & more blueberry. Soooo good! Still very coffee forward but the extra blueberry was present tho not overpowering. Bestie got Spiced Banana Freeze. Soooo good! Not too much chai, nicely smooth. Great place just wish that it didn't close by 3pm. read more

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Ive been meaning to try this place since it has always come up on my search for new coffee shops to try. Admittedly what kept me away was the fact that it is a religious cafe located on church property. With fear of being judged/ approached with pamphlets, I still decided to go on in anyways. My love for coffee shops is greater than my fears lol. To my surprise, none of that sort of thing happened. I was treated kindly and didn't feel judged at all! The space was large and welcoming with serene classical music playing (not religious music). Also this place has the same owners as Cracked pepper bistro! So if you are ever craving their bread pudding and want more of a grab and go, you can do that here! They also source their other pastries from cultured bake house, YUM! Their drink menu is expansive, there is something for everyone! As for what I ordered: - Iced oat milk vanilla latte (7.5/10) - Decent sized late coming in at about $6 - Butter croissant (9/10) - Huge! Buttery! Delicious! From cultured bakehouse. (I had no idea it was $6) besides that I have no complaints. All in all, id say it's worth a try! If you are looking for a quiet place to work, tucked away in a quite low traffic neighborhood this is the place for you :) read more

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Met with friends on a Tuesday morning. This quiet coffee shop's parent perk is a kids' activity room. A kind, excellent barista answered my odd questions and made me a spot on drink recommendation. Excitingly requested the bread pudding from Cracked Pepper Bistro. Loved my Spiced Chai Latte with a shot of Espresso. I am eager to try a cardamom bun, and of course indulge myself with another bread pudding, in the near future. read more

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Somethings changed in their formula. You can tell before your first sip with their change in to-go cups. But it's not as good as we remembered. The latte has a new bitterness that is almost inviting of some form of artificial flavoring. The iced mocha was... chocolate milk, somehow?! We are really saddened to post this review with where the world has gotten to with supply chain difficulties, but transparency being a necessity, we may not have a reason to return after the last abysmal experience. The only two positives is the EXTRAORDINARY customer service and the great seating space and comfort. read more

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There is more technique when it comes brewing a good cup of coffee. I saw quite a lot of red flags as I brew coffee myself with a dual boiler machine. The milk was burned...as I watching the barista the leave the pitcher with the flute in and unattended. Recommendations: Milk froth is about getting a good consistency and understanding how to properly aerate your milk without burning it. Temperature can be monitored by using touch. As a barista myself, its good technique to open up the senses: see, touch and hear. If you hear the flute screaming for more than 15 seconds, its a sign that its been aerated for too long and the milk is already burned. Milk texture can be determined by swinging your pitcher and checking to see if it looks like paint. Do not leave the pitcher unattended while its being frothed! Take control of the pitcher....barista need to bless their coffee with respect. Baked Goods: They had quite a large variety of baked goods. We had the buttered croissants and chocolat. It was absolutepy delicious. Environment: Its nice and spacious with plenty of seating. Overall: As a barista and coffee roaster myself, its good to develop good habits and technique to ensure a good cup of coffee is brewed with every cup. Do not take shortcuts. Machines don't always do all the work. =] practice makes perfect! read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Croissants - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

My friend told me about this place so I thought I'd pick up a bag of coffee. It's really cute inside. I may come back and bring my laptop and chill. read more

The iced coffee is 10/10. It actually taste like coffee even tho it was a vanilla latte. My favorite part was, my iced coffee was served in a mason jar(makes me feel very welcomed and not rushed to leave). The barista was super sweet and it's very clean in there. There's so much space, great place for reading or to sit down and enjoy your coffee. read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Vanilla iced coffee, cappuccino, coffee cake, chocolate croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

What a beautiful and thoughtfully designed coffee house! Service was wonderful. The atmosphere perfection and the coffee and pastries delicious. My dining partner and I ordered the Cardamom & Saffron Latte: mine hot, hers iced. They were delicious! For pastries, we ordered the Cinnamon rolls. I forget their exact name, but they were a brown butter with cardamom cinnamon roll and they were heavenly! (see what I did there!?!). I visit Fresno for work and this is my new stop when I'm in town. read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Cinnamon bun with cardamom. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

** Located on church property ** I was in Fresno for a few days for a conference. I needed a coffee shop with space to work. I did some research & decided on Sanctuary. However, I did not know it was on church property. When I arrived at the location the parking lot was very crowded & many people were still coming in. The parking lot was mostly full. It was on a Sunday, so the property was very busy! Yelpers need to know so that if they decide to go to this shop, they can make an informed decision. This shop wasn't for me. I would not have made the 15min drive to its location if I had known that it was located on church property. I lost a lot of critical work time before I had to travel. I do not want other Yelper's to make this same mistake as I did. read more

I reallynlike the location and the vibe of the coffee shop. Great place to relax, catch up on work or simply contemplate our existence. I choose to sit in the shade under one of the big trees in the little park. Now the coffee is palatable nothing to write home about, but come on their is Fresno not exactly coffee capital of the world. This place is the best I've had here in Fresno and I try a different place everyone I drive through. I wish I'd left reviews for the other place for a chance to compare. Really pleasant server. read more

Great atmosphere polite employees awesome coffee! Fresh roasted coffee available to purchase and grind. read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Amazing coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

This is such a sneaky cute coffee shop! To be honest, I wasn't super excited about visiting a coffee shop that's inside of a church because I didn't want to be presented with any recruitment info while trying to work, but that wasn't the case here at all! The staff here is super inviting and beyond coffee they offer an array of sweet and savory pastries that are a perfect nosh to pair with your drink. I didn't get any food, but I went with a cold brew with a splash of almond milk. They have, Americanos, iced coffee, lattes, drip coffee; pretty much everything you expect a coffee shop to have. There are a ton of places to sit along with a semi-private area for groups, comfy couches, and an outdoor patio area. It was kind of busy when I was here around 9:30 in the morning, but nothing too crazy. I could totally see myself coming back here again! read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

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Such a cute hidden gem coffee shop! It's associated with the church so there is parking at the church for this shop. I came on a Sunday morning and there was plenty of available seating. I was surprised with how many tables and chairs they had. I thought it would be busier because it was a Sunday. I sat and read for a while. It can be a great place to get work done; I didn't check to see if they had available outlets for charging. I got the iced vanilla latte and it was delicious. Just the right amount of sweetness that doesn't overpower the caffeine. I also got a coffee cake and it was delicious. Such a great treat yourself treat on a relaxing Sunday morning. I will definitely come here again. read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - coffee cake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

The coffee was great, location great, service great! Can't wait to visit this place again!

Been wanting to try this place for a long time, but it's out of the way for me... but it was worth it. I always love an iced mocha, so I went with that for coffee... the iced mocha here has been very good each time I go! And the pastries are simply delicious. It's an aesthetic and peaceful place right on the campus of Northwest Church. I would love to come here to meet with friends and/or do bible studies some day. No cash payment though. read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Iced mocha again - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

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Lovely and peaceful cafe to get your work day. The young woman working here is kind. Lots of seating inside and parking spaces outside! The pastry was delicious and flakey, not too much chocolate which I enjoyed. read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Pain Au Chocolate - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

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Sanctuary Coffee is a literal sanctuary! I went in on a quiet Saturday morning. Plenty of seating and lots of parking. It's attached to a church, but it's easy to find. They have a small play area for kids and they have nice restrooms. The iced vanilla latte was a unique, but delicious taste. The barista seemed to be working alone but she was kind and the service was quick. If you're in Fresno, it's a great place to meetup either way friends for a great cup of coffee (or tea!). read more

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Love this local coffee spot not only do they have an array of drinks to choose from I personally prefer the Viennese Cappuccino they have the best pastries they also have the ever so famous CPB breading pudding bites and their chocolate chip cookies Do yourself a favor and try them you will not be disappointed read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Everything bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

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So I had some "me" time today and was looking for a quiet place I could sit and write. I drove down Barstow and noticed Sanctuary. I'm thankful they were open! It's a coffee shop that is on the North West church campus. There is plenty of parking. I like that this place is situated in a mainly residential area so it's pretty quiet. I like that it's at a church because it personally makes me feel safe. When I walked in the ambiance put me at ease. The cafe music they had playing was loud enough to hear and quiet enough to hear the person next to you. The barista who took my order was really sweet. They do have options for sugar free syrups like caramel and vanilla. I ordered a cold brew, breve with sf caramel. There is ample seating you guys. The hard part is choosing which comfy chair you're going to pick. They have low seating, bar seating and even couches. The decor is just dreamy and the lighting is perfect. You can't see the traffic outside so you're not bothered or distracted by what's going on outside. It is the perfect place to study and write or meet with a friend for an intimate conversation. They do have pastry's available as well. The bathrooms are clean, everything is clean! The cold brew I ordered was so tasty and lightly sweet which is perfect in my taste. I love the cup it came in too because I can probably reuse it a few times more. Overall it's a perfect spot if you're in the area to take a load off. I for sure will be back when I have time to sit and reflect, maybe read a book or write something. Great job North West! read more

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I've been getting into espresso with a new Breville machine. Ordered some beans, hasn't been great even after dialing in. But the espresso roast from sanctuary? Great balance! Not too bright, not too rich. read more

This was such a little hidden gem to come across! I was searching for a new coffee place to study at, and the pastries for this one really caught my eye. They had all the coffee classics that you would expect at other places, but I especially loved unique their Specialty drinks were. I got their Cardamom & Saffron Latte, and it had the perfect blend of spice and coffee. You could really tell they used real, while spices in their drinks! I also got their Spinach and Feta croissant, which had the most perfect crunch when you bit into it. Definitely recommend getting it warmed up to fully enjoy this flaky goodness. The vibes of the shop were super chill & cozy with a fireplace video on the TV. Not too busy in the morning, but families would come hang out inside throughout the day. My friend said the furniture gave "hotel lobby vibes" but in the best way! They had pretty decent Wifi, but I didn't see too many outlets so charge your devices before coming if you plan on having a study day. read more

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This place checks off all the boxes of a perfect coffee shop for me. Good drinks. Cozy atmosphere. Jazzy music. Yummy pastries. What more can you ask for? Located at Northwest Church off of Barstow and West, you'll find this lovely coffee spot. There is plenty of parking, so you do not need to worry about that. It is by far one of my favorite coffee spots in Fresno. It's a perfect place to study, catch up with friends, or read a book! Staff is always super friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is amazing with so much cozy seating and comforting jazz continuously playing. I love all the drinks I've had here. My personal favorites are the viennese cappuccino or the salted caramel mocha! Such a great spot. read more

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Wanted to love this place but it was a miss for us. The space was nice and a great place to sit and chat or do your work, but both our coffees tasted very "strong" and I'm normally a dark coffee drinker. But my latte as well as other drink just didn't taste right, not sure if the barista was making the drinks correctly or knowledgeable on how to pull the shots. They were just not smooth or enjoyable. The coffee cake was delicious though. read more

I'm unsure of her name, but the sweet girl with the dark hair ( I see her all the time when I'm here ) always handles a super busy rush all by herself with such grace! She takes care of everyone in line and is always extremely helpful with recommendations. She recommended the seasonal maple pecan latte which was amazing! And I always get the spinach and feta croissant when I'm here, it's my favorite, especially warmed up! Always love coming here for a quick Bible study and good coffee to pair with it. read more

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The service was amazing the girls at the counter were super nice ! The coffee was really good as well the house made syrups they use are perfect! There is playroom for the littles too! read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Hot lattes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

We come here a few times a week to get work done and hang out. The vibes are immaculate and the drinks are always so good! Today we were offered bagel sandwiches as they will be adding them to the menu soon. They were perfectly toasted and so yummy. Excited for these to be added to the menu so we can have breakfast here with our morning coffee! read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Everything bagel sandwich with salmon, pesto cream cheese and onion - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

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5/11/24 Getting breakfast for tomorrow! I ordered the most popular Vietnamese Cappuccino with fat free milk, , coffee cake and feta & spinach croissant. The worker was very kind and happy to give recommendations. Paid for the order and it was only a couple minutes and it was handed over with good day wishes! Thank you! It is a very nice, calm atmosphere. Music playing. Lots of seating. Couches and tables with chairs. Happy Sunday everyone! Happy Mother's Day to all the great moms too! Order split. Vietnamese Nonfat Cappuccino 1/2 was Reslly tasty! Nice flavor! Coffee cake 1/2 was really DELICIOUS! Great cinnamon crumble too! Feta & spinach croissant 1/2 was fresh & tasty too! Flaky & Flavorful! Great mix with the feta & spinach! I'm sure mother will enjoy hers when she has her 1/2. Great service & Great breakfast! Highly recommended read more

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Incredible atmosphere, perfect place to sit and study! Baristas were very friendly and the coffee tasted amazing. So excited to come back.

Really enjoy this shop. Great coffee and pastries are really high quality. Not overdone with sugar and bakery. Very chill and relaxing. Great help who are always friendly. ​ read more

A friend told me about Sanctuary Coffee shop & how she loves to study here, so I had to check it out. Parking was plentiful because it's located at a church. Upon entering, the staff was so friendly! I asked for suggestions and the barista gave me an Iced Salted Caramel, which was the sweet drink I was hoping for. Also, can we talk about the QUALITY of the cup?? Thick, sturdy plastic and a cap that closes-- this was such a cute little detail but it stuck out to me. Interior is clean, spacious, has lots of live (and healthy) plants, and large windows provide lots of natural light! It's not busy nor loud and I was here from 9AM-2PM. I came on a Sunday, so the TV had sermons playing. It was nice to see people coming in and watching while they grabbed coffee. :) My main concern when trying out new coffee shops is if they'll have outlets. I added a picture--there were a good amount of outlets along the wall with the pew chairs. Also going back to interior, but it's so cute how these long chairs were incorporated into the design of the coffee shop! I definitely will come back for my next study session or maybe to catch up with friends. read more

There's always something with churches in Fresno having great quality coffee shops. Located off to the side of Northwest Church, you can't miss it! There is plenty of parking space even on its busiest days (usually Sunday, obviously). Been going here for about a year and they are just so consistent. The inside is HUUUGE you just wouldn't expect it. Plenty of seating and wiggle room so you don't feel cramped regardless of how many people you're with. I find it cool that they use refurbished pews as seating. The cozy environment is amplified as they play smooth jazz or pop music. The service is super friendly and are always open to casual conversations or reccomendations on drinks. My first time there they recommended a honey and cinnamon latte and I've ordered it every time I've been to this day! They also offer a wide range of artisan pastries that you should definitely try out. Perfect place to study or catch up with friends. They open early and close pretty late for a coffee shop in this area (5pm). read more

Sanctuary Coffee Refuge - Honey and Cinnamon Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fresno, California

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Great space for fellowship. The pastries are yummy and drink options are good. Seating is nice... love the pews they have in there for seating. read more

really cute & cozy cafe in fresno next to a church! we came on a saturday morning and there was a car meet event outside in the parking lot, they even had a shaved ice truck too! the interior is big and there are plenty of tables, honestly a really good place to study. they have yummy pastries on display and seasonal lattes! we opted for their vanilla rosemary latte and salted caramel mocha. both were delicious, though could be sweeter. i didn't taste much vanilla or rosemary, but the salted caramel mocha was awesome. the BEST part however, were their pastries. their cardamom bun is AMAZING! they warm it up for you, and it is so perfectly sweet & fluffy. i think the cardamom flavor is really unique too. the salted caramel bun was also sooo delicious. it had a sort of crispy sweet crust on the outside of caramelized sugar, and when paired with the flaky layers of pastry, was literally one of the best pastries i've ever had. the service was super friendly and fast, i'll definitely be back if i'm ever in the area! read more

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