Red Whale Coffee
| Address: | 169 Paul Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903, USA |
| Phone: | +1 415-906-6277 |
| Site: | redwhalecoffee.com |
| Rating: | 4.3 |
| Working: | 7AM–4:30PM 7AM–4:30PM 7AM–4:30PM 7AM–4:30PM 7AM–4:30PM 8AM–2PM 8AM–2PM |
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Jazz Baruela
Needing to get my coffee fix without a Starbucks no where to be found I ended up finding Red Whale Coffee in the middle of commercial buildings not to far from the freeway. Been to this place several times and I would have to say they do have their coffee down and highly caffeinated. Their nitro cold brew was around $5 for a 16oz and that 16oz packed a punch! It was a strong smooth flavor and I was able to only drink a 4th of it before I realized how wired I was. I then tried their pour over coffee ($5) which the barista when she did my pour over was very friendly and helpful on picking the right beans for my enjoyment. After trying their pour over I was sure these beans were roasted with love and steroids. Totally joking about the steroids part of course. After sometime I did try their espresso drinks, the mocha to be exact, and that is where I became iffy. It was almost $5 for 8oz and it didnt even keep me awake. . . For a small set back I still give Red Whale Coffee 5 stars because their coffee has a unique taste, its locally loved, its local, and their coffee is strong so it is well worth the price for the strength of their coffee. They roast the beans not to far from the store front. If you ever run into Red Whale in your nearest farmers market or if you decide to drop by this location I recommend getting your coffee fix here when you need to stay awake but your brain is still stuck on last Monday. Happy eating!! ^^
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Rick Vargas
So many coffee shops popping up with clean designs and trendy packaging its easy to overlook the actual quality of product youre getting. I feel youre sold on the coffee before you even ask yourself if its really good. The process can be described as well the time and care and how it was crafted but nothing compares to experience and passion. Red whale shop owner Sean Boyd brings nothing but passion and experience into his product and shop. He cares about his employees and the cup they deliver to their customers. Walking into Redwhale is more like walking into a research center. The coffee beans are always changing as the roasting process for that bean. The shop off 101 is immaculate and has a very friendly and knowledgable staff. The equipment they use is world class. Lounge in the back to hang out with a pinball and popcorn maker is a great touch. Redwhale is on the move. Amazing coffee/ice brew/nitro brew with outstanding espresso shots.
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Andrea Roslynne
No "public" restrooms! I would happily have purchased a coffee, but the employees refused to allow me to use their restroom. One employee offered that there was a movie theatre down the way, but that they probably wouldnt be open! There isnt anything else nearby. (Knowing that I had few to no options they still refused me! How can you sell offee but refuse to let your customers use your restroom?!) I drove for a while, finally found a place, and left a very large tip in gratitude.
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Megan DeVries
Was lucky enough to pick this as our coffee stop on our drive further north, ended up stopping on the way home too because it was so good! Absolutely amazing coffee and tea, good prices, friendly/knowledgeable staff, and some really cool merchandise. This place will def be our regular stop during our drives north!
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Jairo Aldana
It was crazy. It was the first time I bought in Red Whale Coffee. I ordered vanilla late. The guy working the counter (owner?) only gave me to understand thats smarter than me. Everyone is intelligent and makes no sense make others feel stupid. I do not think back once again. No thanks!
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Michael Conti
The people behind the counter are really on edge, I think theyre drinking the stash when nobody is looking. Theres something else besides coffee that they add, it made everyone who tried it feel very strange.
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Calder Hutcheson
The guy working the counter (owner?) tore himself away from his personal conversation only long enough to take my money. $2.25 for a 10oz coffee that tasted like cardboard? No, thanks, one was plenty.
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Patrick Au-Yeung
Cool little cafe tucked away just East of the 101. Not too hard to find but you would have to look for it. Good coffee, very friendly and knowledgeable staff.
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Dixon Lu
Chatted with the barista about roasting, grind, and how atmospheric pressure and moisture affect their grind calibration for each shot. Too bad its so far.
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Stephanie Galliart
Delicious iced mocha and fresh pastries, chocolate and espresso was smooth and rich, but not oily like the crummy stuff is. Also amazing cold brew.
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JENNIFER BARR
Love them, Rght next to my house and my work....Coffee is the best. People are very friendly.....Very Happy to have something Local......Thanks
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Mike Tar
Its the best coffee on the planet. You just have to find a bean you like. The only problem is that all other coffee tastes like S now.
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Thomas Strömberg
Excellent coffee and scones, great ambiance. A worthy coffee stop before cycling up Lucas Valley.
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Hui Ling Gloria Wee
Love the coffee, drum and base music, friendly and funky baristas.. what more can you ask!!
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Amber Rouillard
Baristas very friendly and the coffee is great. Tried the nitro cold brew, super good!
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SABINO CRUZ
One of the best coffee Ive had in a long time , and also a very friendly staff.
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Tracy Davis
Love this place. Best coffee, stellar service and how cute is that red whale?!
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John Remus
Awesome coffee. These guys catered a recent photoshoot I was on. Good stuff
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dave crothall
So much potential, so little consistency. Excellent espresso for home.
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Mayorga Oldham
Really nice coffee store. Everything is Great and ever disappoint.
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Kevin Mencer
Great coffee. Great people. Great place to relax!
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peter cerutti
Unbelievable cold brew coffee here, Im hooked.
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Chuck Ciaccio
Best cup of coffee Ive ever had, bar none.
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Matthew Wright
Mocha. Best ever. Nuff said.
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Tellismaui
Place and owner rock!
