Volt Coffee Tea &amp; Tap

Came here with a couple of friends on a Sunday afternoon, parking is easy with it being in a large…read moreplaza. The restaurant itself is small but has outdoor and indoor seating. They have large selection of beer especially IPAs. I tried one of the hazy and was delicious. For food they specialize in pizzas. One pizza feeds around 2 people. My favorites were the pepperoni and margarita pizza. Crust was soft and pizza wasn't overly floppy, and well seasoned. Food came out fast and service was friendly. Would love to come back here to try more beers!

After a few visits to & staying in downtown Davis, I've had enough time & opportunities to try out…read morea good number of spots for just relaxing & grabbing a beer or 2. Three Mile Brewing has emerged as my personal favorite. Tucked away back off the street adjacent to a small hidden courtyard, Three Mile Brewing has a calm, quiet, secluded feeling right in the heart of downtown Davis. Perfect for putting the world on pause while taking a moment to enjoy some beers. & the beers are tasty. To my taste, from what I've tried, overall, Three Mile Brewing makes the best beers in town. & very important to me, they serve taster pours/ flights. While I may occasionally have the full pint of a crisp lager, I prefer smaller pours of bigger beers. Service has been friendly, informative, & attentive. At this point, altogether, I've tasted well over a dozen of their beers. Just about all of them have been good to great. For tasty beers & some tranquility in downtown Davis, Three Mile Brewing is where I'm going.

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RipTide loved Three Mile Brewing!

University Of Beer

3.9(279 reviews)

0.3 mi

This place is the best! Am and Helena always takes care of me and my boyfriend making sure our…read moreexperience is consistently excellent. Been coming here for 5years and won't stop anytime soon. Thank you UoB for being the one good bar in Davis

University of beer was a great place in Davis. I really love their outdoor patio and on the part…read moreclosest to the pear there are ceiling fans and ample outdoor tvs. But I also felt that indoors at least during the daytime was spacious and I didn't feel like it was too close for comfort. The espresso martini was actually delicious! Everyone was impressed with their selection of beer. We didn't try any food . They seem to get really packed in the evening time especially for karaoke! perfect spot in the heart of Davis.

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The Davis Beer Shoppe

4.3(269 reviews)

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I love this place. Great selection on tap and in bottles to-go. Excellent knowledgeable service…read more But it appears they are out-of-business? On Sunday when they were supposed to be open, they were closed and there was this sign on the door since Friday. It's now Tuesday when they are supposed to be open and no one is answering the phone :/

This use to be a great place. Not anymore. The beer selection was limited and the owner was being…read morerude to customers.

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Guads Tacos & Beer

4.6(470 reviews)

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Really a 4.5, but I haven't had the best luck of eating in Davis, so this place was a great stop on…read morethe way to the Bay from Truckee. Cheapish eats, chip and salsa bar, quick and fresh food. There is both indoor seating and outdoor seating and it's located on the cutest street. The fish and shrimp tacos were great and filling, topped with so much crunchy cabbage, hiding the protein, but it was there. The flautas were delicious and the steak tacos had big, juicy bites of steak. The guac was weak (not an order but what came with flautas). It was more of a thick avocado salsa. Props to the great beer options - with some local varieties from Davis. We went when school was out for summer and it was still quite busy for dinner. I imagine during school days, it's packed. I see why this is on so many of the Yelp top places to eat: it's a great value with large portions and good eats.

The food was delish; my friends had mentioned they were going to eat here before going to Ikeda's…read morelater so our other friend and I joined them since I'd heard good things! I loved the quesabirria taco, which came with consommé and my Aggie taco was ok. The Aggie had so much cabbage my friend asked me if there was any fish inside. I assured her there was but it did take me about 4 bites before I found my way to it. Otherwise, everything was tasty! The blue corn tortilla on the Aggie taco was a nice touch since it's one of UC Davis' school colors. The service was great; everyone was friendly and I liked that they cleared away our empty plates often. I also love that they have a complimentary chips and salsa bar. This place is obviously popular- the turnover time was fast and still more people were coming through the door when we left. Thanks and I'm looking forward to returning for brunch!

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Fish tacos and carnitas street tacos

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Quesabirria Tacos are a must try.

Dunloe Brewing - The Local

4.7(27 reviews)

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It's been a tale of 2 Dunloes for me at the Local…read more On a visit here quite some time ago, the bartender clearly favored his regulars over some rando who walked in wanting to try Dunloe beers. While a certain amount of preferential treatment for familiar faces is simply human nature, the contrast felt greater than what could be considered good service. Maybe the Local was only for locals. More recently, on another trip staying in downtown Davis, I decided to give the Local another whirl. Pulling up a stool at the bar on a Saturday afternoon, the bartender extended a friendly greeting. Huh. Service was personable, knowledgeable, & attentive this time around. After a little conversation, I found out he was filling for the regular bartender. Huh. Well OK, then. So I got to trying some beers. They don't do taster pours/ flights here. Everything's at least 1/2 pours. The bartender informed me that they do taster pours/ flights at their brewery location in town. Just not here. Honestly, that's a bummer for me. But I had a few 1/2 pours to taste what they got. For someone who's a bit beer snobby, has far too many 1000's of beer check-ins on Untappd, & once-upon-a-time homebrewed for many years, the beers were good. Not whale-hype mind blowing. But good. Service was nice this visit. It'll be interesting to see which Dunloe Brewing I get on any possible future visit to the Local...

We have been to the original brewery but hadn't stopped here before and we were down the street so…read morewanted to stop by. We were greeted right away and asked about some of their beers. They have a good selection of beers. There is plenty of room inside and a few tables outside to relax.

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Super Owl Brewing

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I had a great time at Super Owl. Some of the neighboring breweries have gotten so crowded, that we…read morewanted something a little more chill. Mr. J IPA is my favorite, truly an excellent beer. Staff was welcoming, lots of games to play. Enjoyed sitting on the patio playing cards with my family.

Great location with decent parking. While they don't serve food you are allowed to bring any food…read moreyou want. There's a great selection of beers on tap but also non alcoholic beverages. This location is wonderful for good dogs and their humans to socialize outside of a dog park.

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I love how Super Owl Brewery supports Fire, Flood Fighters, Police, Forest Services, National Parks, EMS, etc!

Ruhstaller Farm

4.5(258 reviews)

5.7 mi

Great place to hang out. Went on a super hot day and really appreciate all the shade and misters-…read moremade a huge difference! Super friendly service -I think Queso (the cat) deserves a raise. The fact that the hot dogger is a staple here is also amazing. Had some iced coffee and really enjoyed it as well. Really looking forward to coming back!

Ruhstaller feels like stepping into a little enchanted escape…read more There's truly something for everyone! From the moment you arrive, you're surrounded by the most beautiful setting. They have gardens of native plants as you enter the brewery with orchards surrounding the parking lot, hops growing everywhere (finally got to see one in real life), and the brewery is huge while having designed spaces for dogs, kids, first dates, and couches in the orchard for introverts like me! The staff is warm and welcoming, and every detail feels intentional. It's one of those rare places that feels like it was built with love. Truly one of the best hidden finds.

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Root Of Happiness

4.4(258 reviews)

0.2 mi

I visited the Davis location after paying my respects to a friend following a funeral in January…read more2025. My husband and I were dressed up, and it was fairly obvious that we were not college students. After breaking the ice and mentioning that it was my first visit to the Davis location, while my spouse had been there a few times before, the employees became more relaxed and accommodating. I appreciated their friendly service and the generous portion of the Kava Cloud Breaker. The Davis location offers plenty of flavors to choose from, which made for a great experience. Overall, I enjoyed my visit and would definitely stop by again if I'm in the area.

This was my second time here because the more you have kava the "harder" it's suppose to hit you!…read moreAnd it diff does lol! It's more of like a body relaxation to me and my experiences. The vibes in there are super chill and fun! They have games, little chips, Red Bulls etc. the workers are really friendly and helpful as well if you never been! Prices are good for how it affects you! They have a second story with little couches as well. Highly recommend... but the flavor of the drinks are strong so be careful lol!

Kona Sunset and Mango Vanilla Dream

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Cloud breaker

Sudwerk Brewing Co

3.8(274 reviews)

0.7 mi

Visiting family in Davis. Sudwerk's only a few minutes away and as always up for craft brew and pub…read moregrub, off we went. Very family friendly, plenty of parking, a really nice outdoor seating area with patio chairs, fire pits as well as tables and chairs. Misters and shade sales too. Outside area is fenced in with an entry,. And there was some stuff for the kids to play with. Good sized indoor seating area with an arcade off to the side. You order by a QR code and servers bring food to the table. A nice varied beer menu as well as a selection of wines and NA beverages. We shared deviled eggs and a couple of soft pretzels and got entrees. Service was friendly and efficient. My steak sandwich and fries were tasty. Beer was good. Everyone liked their food and drinks. Definitely worth a return visit.

I've been here twice now after visits to UC Davis campus. It features a great outdoor patio space…read morewith misters running in warm weather, which is wonderful for groups. However, everything else is pretty meh. The service is fine but operates mainly off QR codes with confusing server delivery. We were approached several times with dishes belonging to other tables. Even this would be forgivable if the food were better. It's average at best with a pretty unexciting menu. One kudos to them that they have wine available because some breweries just don't. However, both wine and beer options were pretty meh as well.

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Wet n Wrekless great band

Bull 'N Mouth

3.8(160 reviews)

0.3 mi

Great place to meet up with friends, grab a bite to eat, and have a drink. Outdoor and indoor…read moreseating available. Friendly staff that is prompt and courteous. Plenty of beers on top, and plenty of gastropub fare to choose from. Prices are reasonable. Parking is on the street. Lots of space to spread out. Relatively family friendly where tables are spread out and no one can really hear your table. Lots of decent family-friendly food options as well. Solid choice if you're in the area, looking for a pizza, salad, beer, or something to munch on while you're hanging out with your buddies.

Chose Bull N' Mouth to celebrate a best girl's birthday, and I feel like the stars aligned with…read morethat decision. Tuesday around 4pm ended up being the perfect time to slip in, avoid the crowds, and actually get to chat with Scotty about the menu. Since it was our first time here, we appreciated his food and drink recommendations, and he absolutely steered us right. We sat in the decked-out "Library" room, which felt like stepping into an old-school den with deep red leather sofas, bookshelves, and an impressive collection of art and decor. Overall, a fantastic experience. The icing on the cake was the service, which was truly top shelf. Every community has those people who become part of what makes it special, Scotty is clearly one of those people. Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu.

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RJ B.

2 years ago

Volt Coffee, Tea & Taps - The New Heart of Davis' Coffee Community I visit Volt Coffee, Tea & Taps every day, and for good reason--this place is nothing short of exceptional. The community is fantastic, creating an inviting and welcoming atmosphere that makes every visit enjoyable. The location is perfect, making it an ideal stop whether I'm starting my day, taking a break, or winding down. The coffee is consistently fantastic, crafted with precision and care. Whether you're a coffee purist, a tea lover, or someone looking to enjoy a beer or food from the nearby vendors, Volt delivers the perfect ambiance for any occasion. It's a place that seamlessly caters to friends catching up, social gatherings, studying, or simply unwinding. What truly sets Volt apart is its outstanding customer service. The staff is friendly, attentive, and always goes above and beyond to create a great experience. Their dedication to quality and hospitality keeps me coming back daily. If you're looking for a top-tier coffee shop with a great community feel, I highly recommend Volt Coffee, Tea & Taps. It's not just a café--it's an emerging cornerstone of Davis' social and coffee scene. Rating: 5/5 read more

Hong Ha H.

788

507

2 years ago

I stopped by Volt in Sacramento and really enjoyed the overall vibe of this cute cafe! It's a great spot if you're looking for a place to get some work done--there's an area dedicated for that, though the chairs aren't the comfiest for long stays. I ordered a matcha, which was good but not the best I've had. The service was friendly and welcoming, which added to the positive experience. They also have indoor and outdoor seating, plus WiFi included, which is a nice bonus for remote work or casual hangouts. One cool feature is the food trucks outside, adding more food options beyond the cafe menu. The parking lot is small, but there's street parking available if needed. Overall, it's a solid spot with good vibes! Would come back, especially if I need a chill place to work or grab a drink. read more

Jackie F.

3 years ago

An absolute gem! From the artful ambiance to the aromatic coffee, every sip felt like a warm embrace. The baristas' expertise shines through in every cup, and the selection of pastries perfectly complements the brews. Definitely get a pastry, they're unbeatable. A must-visit for coffee enthusiasts and those seeking a welcoming atmosphere to start their day. read more

Simona F.

5 months ago

My favorite coffee shop of all time. Love to work here, or grab a sweet treat to go. Try their seasonal drinks!!

E P.

2 years ago

Yelp shows open until 9 pm but they actually close at 1 pm. Shame on Volt for not updating their hours on here.

Avey S.

Elite 26

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228

1 year ago

The workers and management here are awfully discriminatory and unjust. I would not recommend this place.

Riley C.

2 years ago

A little rough around the edges, an improvement on pastry quality is needed. The coffee was decent.

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