1951 Coffee Company
Address: 2410 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States
Services: Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeaway, Dine-in,
Highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection,
Popular for: Solo dining, Good for working on laptop,
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet,
Offerings: Coffee, Organic dishes, Quick bite,
Dining options: Catering, Dessert, Seating,
Amenities: Toilets, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi,
Atmosphere: Casual, Cosy, Trendy,
Crowd: Tourists, University students,
Planning:
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards,
Children: High chairs, Kids' menu,
Services: Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeaway, Dine-in,
Highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection,
Popular for: Solo dining, Good for working on laptop,
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet,
Offerings: Coffee, Organic dishes, Quick bite,
Dining options: Catering, Dessert, Seating,
Amenities: Toilets, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi,
Atmosphere: Casual, Cosy, Trendy,
Crowd: Tourists, University students,
Planning:
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards,
Children: High chairs, Kids' menu,
Category: Coffee shop
Rating: 4.7
Site: http://1951coffee.com/
Worktime:
Rating: 4.7
Site: http://1951coffee.com/
Worktime:
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–3 PM |
Name: G*** C***
Date: 2024-05-28 05:48:24
Rating: 4
Comment: Good coffee in clean, upscale interior space with cafe style outdoor tables for enjoying a sunny day. Cappuccino and cortado were good though lacking intense aromas, thick crema and strong arabica notes I’ve come to expect from top tier coffee shops. Chocolate croissant was dry - likely a day old pastry given it was Memorial Day. This establishment roasts its own beans which I appreciate. My son previously purchased beans here from which we made good coffee at home, however, did not buy on today’s visit. The draw of this establishment appears to be its financial support of Bay Area refugees and large, quiet inside space which many patrons were enjoying while working on their laptops. There is also a sitting area with soft chairs in a quiet corner. If milder coffee is your preference - my palate prefers strong Italian espresso flavors - 1951 Coffee Company could be a good choice.
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Name: R*** Z*********
Date: 2024-05-14 21:39:26
Rating: 5
Comment: Great staff and location. Clean bathrooms.
Name: R**** K***
Date: 2024-05-06 01:48:07
Rating: 5
Comment: How do you elevate some of the best coffee in world? Pair it with a barista graduation program for refugees and help a great cause of promoting their well being.They have pour overs, espresso and a nice selection of baked goods to go with them.Went with a few friends and will visit again very soon.
Name: A*****
Date: 2024-04-30 23:05:23
Rating: 4
Comment: I can tell Im in these California prices like 11 for my dirty chai. I cant really afford these prices but I dont live here so maybe you can. Good flavors though. Inside was way too busy for me but out back has patio seating.
Name: R**** B****
Date: 2024-03-10 05:57:43
Rating: 5
Comment: Tasty coffee, friendly staff, beautiful patio.
Name: D**** D***
Date: 2024-01-28 19:39:02
Rating: 3
Comment: Okay place for work. Big tables but lacks power outlets and the techno music doesnt help
Name: y**** y*
Date: 2024-01-23 09:47:45
Rating: 5
Comment: 01/19&22;popular study spot, very friendly staff, enjoyed doing work there so much!In love with their mochi muffin 😭
Name: K**** W****
Date: 2024-01-18 18:16:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Great coffee and service for an amazing cause. Got an ube mochi donut abd dirty chai latte with oat milk. Come support this awesome place.
Name: s****** s*****
Date: 2024-01-15 02:29:44
Rating: 5
Comment: It’s a nice cute coffee shop. The staff was very friendly. I had honey oatmilk latte, it was delicious! There’s seating both inside and outside the cafe to sip and enjoy!
Name: A*** E**********
Date: 2024-01-12 23:50:30
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is charming. A total gem.
Name: L***** H****
Date: 2023-12-11 18:42:05
Rating: 5
Comment: This cafe is a great place to study because of its wonderful atmosphere. Drinks are also pretty good, as are pastries.However, what truly makes Cafe 1951 stand out is its incredible employees! They are extremely kind and friendly, making this a great cafe experience. Service is also quick.
Name: B**** M*****
Date: 2023-12-02 00:38:34
Rating: 5
Comment: Magnificent coffee and delectable croissants. Staff are lovely; professional & skilled. Courtyard area out back in the sunshine is recommended, unless you want to hang with the students inside.
Name: C*** & D***
Date: 2023-08-02 22:37:57
Rating: 4
Comment: There is a coffee shop near the entrance of Berkeley campus. The cup is huge and looks like a latte from a bowl 😂
Name: W***** A********
Date: 2023-06-11 20:47:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Wonderful staff, great coffee and nice atmosphere.
Name: P*** E**
Date: 2023-05-18 20:34:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent espresso drinks and a business with a wonderful purpose. Among the best coffee Ive had anywhere in Berkeley.
Name: J****** D*******
Date: 2023-05-14 16:29:11
Rating: 2
Comment: Disorganized ordering system.. one side in person & other side self order. Baristas don’t know what’s going on and they consistently got many orders ahead of me wrong. Lots of ppl waiting around.. no one calls your name so you don’t know if it’s your order or not. I wanted to like this place but no just no.
Name: L**** L*****
Date: 2022-10-23 19:11:33
Rating: 1
Comment: I was so excited to get a coffee in this place ( I heard this was unique, beautiful environment with great coffee and outstanding customer service, the true is the customer service was horrible. I have to wait almost 18 minutes to get my coffee then the pastry I did order was not available so they try to convincing to take other pastry instead ( it was dry pastry so I said no ) they didn’t get me the refund 😳
Name: J***
Date: 2022-08-06 20:29:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent very easy in and out not transactional cash credit card choices in the coffee
Name: P*
Date: 2022-06-14 20:12:59
Rating: 4
Comment: Hot macha latte and ice coffee were awesome but the mochi donut felt like not fresh. They were not soft and pretty dry.
Name: K* B****
Date: 2022-03-06 18:01:26
Rating: 5
Comment: The MOST delicious Honey Lavender Latte! The service was quick and friendly and the atmosphere was exactly what I wanted. Most importantly, the efforts focused on refugee assistance is paramount. Well be back.
Name: Z**** S********
Date: 2021-12-05 16:14:21
Rating: 5
Comment: Feels good to be in a nice atmosphere with a non-profit great mission!Chai masala & honey lavender latte are recommended.
Name: a**** g****
Date: 2021-09-18 15:35:21
Rating: 5
Comment: Great coffee, cool spot
Name: J** B******
Date: 2021-05-21 20:24:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent espresso and coffee!
Name: C**** I******* T****
Date: 2020-03-02 23:53:42
Rating: 5
Comment: Great coffee place for good cause. If only Starbucks would do the same.
Name: A***** B******
Date: 2020-01-31 18:11:21
Rating: 4
Comment: Great pour over coffee and a decent, but not great, almond croissant.
Name: D**** W
Date: 2019-07-29 17:19:06
Rating: 5
Comment: For a long time, Berkeley was missing decent coffee shops besides Caffe Strada and Cafe Milano. 1951 Coffee Shop helps to fill that void and is now my favorite.First, this place is unique in that its a non-profit organization that employees refugees and raises awareness about refugee issues. Its awesome to know that my money is going to support them rather than a corporation.Second, their coffee is pretty good. I ordered a cortado for around $4 (even though its not on their menu) and it was rich with lots of crema. They get their coffee from Coffee Manufactory in Oakland.Third, the interior is clean with lots of seating. They have lots of high top tables and wifi. There are also a few outlets along the walls. Also, the music isnt too loud so its a nice place to study.
Name: U**** S*****
Date: 2019-07-20 23:02:53
Rating: 5
Comment: One of the best places to get work done. Amazing ambiance, coffee and staff ! Must visit places if youre a student/ working professional seeking a working spot amidst all the rush!
Name: R**** G***
Date: 2019-04-16 00:48:21
Rating: 4
Comment: Cute milk!
Name: I** R*****
Date: 2019-04-05 04:48:16
Rating: 4
Comment: Really nice atmosphere and super cool mission. Their cold Brew is quite good! The espresso is a bit more hit & miss.
Name: C*** H******
Date: 2019-01-05 06:49:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Love it, love it, love it!I basically flew out from Dallas to check this place out since I’d heard such cool stuff about it and just happened to visit some local friends while I was in town ;-)1951 did not disappoint. The few different drinks I tried as well as the few pastry items i tried were all top quality yet still totally affordable.I got to chat with a few of the staffers at the cafe and heard some of their stories. I love the opportunity that’s being afforded them through what 1951 Coffee Company is doing. The entire concept is wild and amazing and it’s working!!!Definitely recommend this joint. Super fun crowd running this place and your expectations will be exceeded with the food and coffee drinks.P.S. try the Mochi Muffin.....It’s ridiculous!
Name: A***** K**
Date: 2018-10-25 01:13:43
Rating: 5
Comment: 1951 is the only cafe I go to in Berkeley. They are non-profit and have an amazing mission to support refugees by training them to be baristas. They have really cool seasonal menus like the one here, a s’more mocha! If you haven’t been here before, it’s a Berkeley MUST-EXPERIENCE.
Name: R***** A****** C*****
Date: 2018-06-24 22:01:33
Rating: 5
Comment: We come here almost every day because the coffee is really good, the staff is amazing, and the whole concept of this place is great. I love their chai tea as well and how friendly the environment is. I recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice place to work or to have a coffee.
Name: E*** P*****
Date: 2017-11-17 20:33:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Great hot chocolate, great atmosphere, and wonderful mission — whats not to love? And did I mention free Wi-Fi?
Name: B
Date: 2017-09-17 22:38:11
Rating: 3
Comment: Ordered a cappuccino but got more of a flat white :/ Also milk was too hot burning my tongue
Name: L*** D**
Date: 2017-09-02 01:00:53
Rating: 4
Comment: Trendy place, hot chocolate is good. But $2 for a sticker? A lot of products seems a little outrageous.
Name: J**** K
Date: 2017-06-16 23:49:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Verve coffee and mochi muffins in support of a social mission! (5/5 green stars also).It’s pretty quiet inside – definitely a study spot. But then the owner got some music going and the place seemed to relax a bit. Staff members were friendly. WiFi signal is good. Tables and lighting are good (although the high chairs may not be ideal for some).Coffee: The Verve pour-over was excellent – Jurutungo Natural (from Panama) – best coffee I’ve had in a while. Natural (sun-dried) coffees have a wonderful sweetness to them from the pulp that’s left on the bean.I recognized the mochi muffin from Sam’s Patisserie and nabbed one. Sam’s (whose bakery shares space with Catahoula coffee on 4th street) has been renamed as Third Culture Bakery. Their mochi hasn’t changed, thankfully : )The coffee and mocha muffin came to just over $7 including tax, which was very reasonable considering the quality of both – Verve coffee beans aren’t cheap.The other pastries were from Starter Bakery. I tried their staff favorite – sour cherry Danish ($4). The pastry in the Danish was delicious and the cherry was sour, as advertised, providing a nice contrast.I’m also giving them 5/5 “green stars” for social and environmental impact, based on these reasons:• The whole refugee hiring and training program is legit and the owner seems to get along really well with the workers.• Verve coffee says: “Our direct trade practice allows us to exceed Fair Trade minimums every time, no exceptions.” No information on growth conditions (e.g., shade cover) but the natural sun drying processing conserves water: “capitalizing on the complex sugars found in fully-ripe catuai cherries, without further straining the water-scarce region.”• Sam, the maker of the wonderful mochi muffins bakes with organic (and pasture-raised) dairy, eggs, flour, and fruits whenever possible. He tends to use good local seasonal ingredients from sustainably-minded suppliers, e.g. fruit from Frog Hollow farm and flour from Central Milling.• Their other pastry supplier, Starter Bakery, say that their “flours and grains are non-GMO and/or organic; the only fats we use are butter, non-GMO canola oil and organic olive oil; we never use shortening. Premier local food companies like Clover, Guittard, TCHO, Central Milling and select farms supply us...”Interested in writing green star reviews? If so, contact me!
Name: P***** F*****
Date: 2024-06-17 17:48:01
Rating: 5
Comment: Came in yesterday and every drink we had was amazing. I got the iced oat honey latte, my sister got the iced matcha, and my grandmother even got an extra dry latte. Everything was made perfectly, the matcha was the perfect level of sweet-but-not-too-sweet, and the latte was even extra dry as requested. Definitely top tier and would highly recommend. Plus, its a great cause!