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    Sociology Coffee Bar-Placerville

    4.5 (26 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    SOCIOLOGY COFFEE BAR-PLACERVILLE ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Tesora
    Sandra N.

    Sociology has opened their second location in Placerville so we knew we had to try it before driving to Tahoe for the weekend. Ordering online is super easy and comes with descriptions. The parking lot right next door is a bit rocky but there is some street parking available as well. There is a outdoor patio in the back but it seems like its not maintained well and quite dirty. We opted to just eat in the car. They could definitely improve the outdoor area. Breakfast burrito - Just okay in my opinion. The main ingredients are egg & bacon so the only flavor profile that stands out is the salt from the bacon. Textures and flavorwise is pretty bland and boring. They could definitely improve this by adding tater tots, a creamy sauce, or some salsa. Tesora- if you like your coffee sweet, order this! The coffee is well balanced, sweet and has a cozy cinnamon finish. Final thoughts: would definitely come back for the coffee but skip the breakfast burrito next time.

    Madison M.

    I stopped by here for breakfast and coffee and this place was such a vibe! Service was great, food was hot and fresh, and coffee was delicious. Definitely a new favorite pit stop in Placerville!

    Teddy Graham
    NetMVP M.

    The chef's bowl is delicious. Exactly what you need on a cold morning. Hearty, smoky, indulgent without making you feel heavy afterward. Perfectly fried egg. Crispy bacon. Nice touch of freshness with the micro greens. Although I personally loved the chipotle sauce, if you're not used to heat, then I'd recommend you request light sauce and maybe add avocado and tomato. But if you're like me and like chipotle, the sauce is something you can see yourself putting on everything. The Teddy Graham can also cool down the palate. I'm not one for iced coffee but I saw bourbon and you know ... sold. But really, it was well balanced and flavorful while still being able to taste coffee. The service was fast too. I'd go back to try all the other coffees and food. They all looked really good.

    Wanda G.

    Oh yeah! We are fans of the Sociology in Folsom, but first time coming to the one in Placerville! Loved it! This space is HUGE! So many places to sit, which is great. I hate a super crowded coffee shop.... They also have a patio to sit outside when it's nice. We got coffees and fresh made pastries. Hubs ordered the breakfast burrito and said it was the best one he's ever had! (That's saying a lot for him)! The coffee is delicious and strong. Just the way we like it. Parking on the street or in the lot right next door!! COFFEEEEE!!

    Brand new coffee house on Main Street
    Al S.

    This eatery is a spin off from the Sociology in Folsom. Our Associate who served us was Camille and she was delightful serving us with energy and a smile. Both my bride and I had the turkey sandwich on sourdough and it was incredible! It comes with chips and I had the tropical ice tea which was amazing! Really like the minimalist approach to the furniture and decorations that is attracting a younger college crowd. They will be opening an event meeting room in November! I am coming back and this shop is a wonderful addition to Placerville. By the way ... Al of the baked goods are made from scratch! I know it's game on!

    getting our caffeine fix
    Kayla E.

    love that sociology is in placerville now! this feels like a much bigger space than the folsom location -- but it still brings the same charm and vibe as the OG! let's jump right in: SERVICE Camille and Tyler served us today, and really made our first visit to this location great. Tyler instantly greeted us when we walked in. Camille made our drinks and was so kind. great service from both of them in true sociology fashion! DRINKS the cold brew old fashioned was phenomenal! excellent flavor and not too sweet. the kiddos got the iced chai and said it was a 10/10 (& they're little chai connoisseurs)! PARKING lots of parking in the adjacent lots as well as street parking! VIBES always immaculate vibes at sociology. from the decor to the staff, sociology has a consistently chill vibe that just exudes happiness. looking forward to coming back to try more drink options and the food! well done on the second location sociology!

    Matcha latte and coffee beans
    Led Led Y.

    Cute place for good coffee and quick bite! Friendly baristas! Favorite from this is matcha latte and tesora latte

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    Jarren C.

    Stellar coffee and the breakfast burrito was on point would definitely recommend this low key coffee shop to everyone.

    I love going to sociology, I usually go about 4-5 times a week either in the folsom or here in placerville. I absolutely love coming here Camille and Tyler are always spot on with the my coffee order and the customer service is always amazing. If you ever need a good coffee or mid day pick me up this is your place. And also the cinnamon rolls are the most delicious cinnamon rolls ever! The whole vibe of the place is amazing and always very clean. 10/10 would recommend!!!

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    Great location and it's cute inside BUT POOR customer service OVER priced drinks and stale pastries!

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    Fantastic espresso drinks. Delicious breakfast burritos. Friendly people. We stopped here every morning we were in town while on vacation.

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    7 months ago

    great addition to Placerville! The coffee is roasted in house and is very good. 5/5 easy

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    7 months ago

    Latte was good and the avocado toast was really great! Simple, but balanced, and really tasty! The best one I've had in a while.

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    (43 reviews)
    5.5 mi
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    Established in 2025

    Walked in and honestly got a little overwhelmed. They have like every coffee roast you can think of…read moreand a wall full of flavor syrups -- vanilla, caramel, hazelnut, mocha, you name it. Took me a solid 5 minutes just to decide. The barista was super chill though. We had a group of 5 and she made all our drinks with a smile, didn't seem annoyed at all. Drinks came out fast and everyone liked theirs. Only thing I'm mad about -- I didn't get a muffin. They looked incredible in the display case. Huge tops, fresh, golden. I literally stared at them while waiting for my coffee and talked myself out of it for some reason. Regretting it hard now. Next time I'm grabbing two. Would go back just for the service honestly. And those muffins haunt meWalked in and honestly got a little overwhelmed. They have like every coffee roast you can think of and a wall full of flavor syrups -- vanilla, caramel, hazelnut, mocha, you name it. Took me a solid 5 minutes just to decide. The barista was super chill though. We had a group of 5 and she made all our drinks with a smile, didn't seem annoyed at all. Drinks came out fast and everyone liked theirs. Only thing I'm mad about -- I didn't get a muffin. They looked incredible in the display case. Huge tops, fresh, golden. I literally stared at them while waiting for my coffee and talked myself out of it for some reason. Regretting it hard now. Next time I'm grabbing two. Would go back just for the service honestly. And those muffins haunt me

    I stop by this coffee shop from time to time and, overall, I have received friendly service…read more However, the experience can be inconsistent. Some days the staff is welcoming, attentive, and genuinely pleasant, while on other days the level of service seems to depend entirely on the mood of the barista. The quality of a coffee can bring customers in, but consistency in kindness and professionalism is what keeps them coming back. A smile, respect, and a positive attitude are just as important as the drink being served. It seems that since tipping became something requested before the service is even provided, a bit of the humility and gratitude that once defined great customer service has been lost. Not everywhere, of course, but too often the smile, attentiveness, and genuine care that used to earn a tip have been replaced by the expectation of receiving one. The best tips are still earned the old-fashioned way: through kindness, respect, and exceptional service.

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    The menu. Very straightforward!
    The menu. Very straightforward!
    Baked offerings.
    Baked offerings.
    Cute local coffee shop

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