Me and my emotional support animal were sent away immediately. I was told I could not order at the counter and needed to leave. There was no question about her being a service animal and the moment I spoke I was told to leave. Very ashamed because I was excited to try this place out but would never support a business like this. read more

I ordered Carmel latte 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 unusual items looks like warehouse I recommend it read more

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Oatmilk latte. The roast was perfect. This has now become a mainstay for our Monterey/Carmel visits. Also loved the Orange Zest Morning Bun. Just the right amount of sweet and flaky and smooth! The lady cashing us out was considerate and awesome. The fellow handing me my latte said Cheers. The ambiance here is awesome! Also worth nothing, I spoke with three separate parties while waiting for my drink. All very cordial, accepting people who I would just love to see daily. What a great vibe this place has fostered! read more

Acme Coffee Roasting - Oatmilk latte. The roast was perfect. This has now become a mainstay for our Monterey/Carmel visits. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

Husband and I were in Seaside for a couple of days and when searching for coffee this place came up. So glad that we decided to try it. When we first saw it it looks like an old car garage or shop, but then as you get closer you realize that it's a cool coffee shop. You get in line and take a step down to order your drink / pastry. We both ordered a vanilla latte . And got a few pastries to try. The pastries were good but would have been better warmed up a bit. There was three ladies working the shop, one taking the orders and one doing the slow drips and getting the beans ready for the one that's making the drinks. They have a pretty good system going. They have a lot of regular customers that I saw. We both loved our drinks and plan on returning if we are ever back in Seaside or Marina area. read more

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Great coffee! They're just in a tight place, no seating. Service is great! Cramped parking space. read more

Acme Coffee Roasting - House Espresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

On our recent trip to Monterey Bay, found this hidden coffee spot. Service was quick for the amount of people they had waiting. I ordered the Cold Brew with oatmilk and Vanilla syrup. This was perfect, almost bought me a jar to go, but had not way of keeping it cool on our 5 hr drive back home. If I'm ever back up north I will definitely come back for another cup! read more

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Nice café with a good vibe. The coffee was decent, and the food tasted fine. Service was a bit slow during busy hours, but the staff was polite. Prices are reasonable for the quality. Overall, a solid place to visit occasionally. read more

I came here strictly for a Vietnamese coffee. Which from what I'm told from legit Vietnamese shops is they brew coffee with coffee instead of water that's why it's super potent and also it's mixed with condensed milk. The lady here was kind of snooty. The coffee was not Vietnamese coffee at all. It was just regular coffee not Super Bowl, and you need to add sugar. If you want a good legit Vietnamese coffee go to Lee's sandwiches in San Jose read more

Acme Coffee Roasting - Definitely NOT Vietnamese coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

The biggest coffee snob you'll meet and this place gets a 5 star from me. My biggest thing is they roast their beans so you can taste how fresh it is not to mention the beans don't upset my stomach. My problem with a lot of coffee shops around the area is their beans are presumably from Latin America which tends to be very acidic and bright - not the best choice to be used as an espresso. Acme has it all good beans, baristas were well trained so my foam was good, and prices are stellar. Couldn't believe for a small Mexican mocha I paid a flat $5. Just wish they had a shop to chill because this is absolutely a to go place. Will definitely be back! read more

Lately been craving hot mochas in the morning and out of the coffee shops in the area, this one seemed to have good reviews and extensive menu. Went with the white chocolate mocha and added a bit more cinnamon on the top. Area is small so not much seating space but it seems like a lot of people like this place to take their coffee to go. read more

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Seaside, Ca. The lattes were decent with great flavor and strength. To go cups only, unless you bring your own. Limited seating, no bathroom. Came on a Sunday and they were closed so we came back on Monday. Parking was easy. Very limited food options. Seems to be where the locals come for coffee, especially construction workers. read more

Coffee: a bit weak, maybe I'm just spoiled by the bold, robust coffees common in Santa Cruz county and the Bay Area. Service: mildly bullying; "who orders a white mocha in 2025? Gross." Location: lacks charm, inconvenient parking lot, no restroom facilities, no dogs allowed despite being outside (and they don't even yell at you about it until you're at the counter) Convenience: low, location off the main road, with a couple people ahead of me I was in and out in about 18 minutes Conclusion: One star with a one star tip to support small business. If I'm in the area again I'll just go big corporate coffee or wait until I get home. read more

GREAT COFFEE Limited menu though good variety on the mochas and hot chocolate as you can get traditional, vanilla, mexican or a mix option which all sounded amazing. I opted for the Vietnamese iced coffee with was strong, not overly sweet and hit the spot. My husband ordered the latte with an extra shot, however as the coffee roast is robust, the standard two shots would have been perfect. Too many times we've been to coffee shops and the coffee is weak/bland. Not here. They have a wide variety of pastries ... all of looked so tempting. Got a bag of beans as well and if you order a pound of coffee you can a free 10 ounce pour over. Feedback for the owner is to update the address on Yelp. The entrance is around the corner from what shows up on Yelp. The parking lot is small, thus you can easily miss it when searching for it. read more

The coffee is good. not all that though Tbh.. I've had better coffee but just wanted to try it out read more

I'm from SoCal and I will miss this place so much!! My boyfriend and I came here every morning during our trip to Monterey. The coffee was exquisite, the service was awesome, and the shop itself is so cool! Highly recommend a dirty chai with extra cinnamon. read more

Love Acme Coffee and have for years. they used to do a very spicy mexican latte but now it is mexican mocha that has a little spice but not a lot. Thankfully, over by the cinnamon and chocolate to sprinkle on they have Ancho chili so I was able to spice up my coffee. They have both soy milk and oat milk. My oat milk mexican mocha was delicious. My friend got an oat milk latte with their strongest dark roast coffee and it was super strong and delicious. Love that it is veteran owned. One of the staff was happy and friendly, the other two were professional and polite. Also love their cold brew for sale in the case with other drinks. They also sell pastries but none of their pastries are vegan. read more

Coffee is amazing. The beans are delicious and aromatic. It is nice for them to give military discounts. Wish they would be a little more friendlier. read more

The cf here is rich and smooth with a deep, bold flavor that lingers in the best way. I love how well-balanced it is, not too bitter or too sweet. The cozy atmosphere makes it a perfect spot to relax and enjoy a good cup. I will definitely be coming back for more. read more

Acme Coffee Roasting - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

We were just reminiscing about a trip in 2024, and Acme coffee came up. It was one of the highlights of our vacation. Solidly good coffee, and one of the best mochas my husband ever had. Yummy pastries. Plus a cool low key walk up venue. I picked up the Resist Corporate Coffee sticker from the little basket by the register, stuck it on my travel coffee mug, and never got another Starbucks after. Next time we're in Seaside, we will go to Acme. read more

Solid local coffee spot! Went here twice during our weekend trip to Monterey for our morning caffeine fix. Had the Vietnamese iced coffee (not too sweet which I like), cappuccino with oat milk, and pour over. All were good. They also sell pastries from Parker-Lusseau should you want a morning snack as well. There's a couple of benches and standing tables but more a grab and go kind of place. Worth a visit if you're in the area! read more

Hands down my favorite coffee spot in the area. It's a small spot but they roast all of their own beans & also spotlight some local bakeries (reds donuts & Parker-Lusseau). If you want something slightly sweet try their Vietnamese iced coffee or add honey to your latte. Note this is not a spot you can work at or really hangout at other than at the standing high tops. read more

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I visited during a weekend solo trip to Monterey. Acme was on my list to visit in Monterey and I'm so glad I ignored sleep to visit. During my research, I found out that Acme's building used to be an old garage/warehouse which reminded me of a Sacramento coffee shop with similar vibes. There's not a lot of parking but I was able to find parking as this place felt more like a grab 'n go. You can stop by before work, or a pit stop during a bike ride and grab local coffee. While standing in line, I was able to chat with another customer (she is a regular) who recommended me their mochas. They are known for their great mochas and whip cream! I got the Mexican Mocha with oat milk and no whip cream. It was still good without the whip! They also have Aztec Mocha, and White Mocha. The coffee definitely hit the spot. It was strong enough, and a little bitter from the chocolate. It's just what I liked about it. There's not a lot of space to sit and enjoy your drinks. However, there are benches and a bar like standing area. They also have merch on the side, cold brew to go, and beans to purchase. You also gotta love the decal and slogan that they have "Resist Corporate Coffee". read more

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One of my favorite coffee shops around town! Staff is always friendly and the best part for me personally is they ALWAYS spell my name right. It does get busy often, but always worth the wait! read more

Acme Coffee Roasting - Iced lavendar Oat latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

We always stop at Acme in Seaside when we're in the Monterey Bay area. Their coffee is ubiquitous in the better restaurants. When we're home, we order their beans online for my home espresso machine. They always arrive freshly roasted. The staff is very helpful with advice about their Roaster's Choice options. It's also reasonably priced for a full pound (not 12 ounces). Acme is pretty much the only coffee we ever drink. read more

Came here on a whim because we really needed coffee that morning! We got there and there was already a line. We thought, it must be good! We ordered the mexican coffee and the white chocolate mocha. It wasnt great. Flavor was ok. Strength in coffee did not do its job. No barhrooms. Plenty of parking around. The only thing i liked is that they leave cinnamon and other coffee necessities at the counter. read more

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Nice and cozy place with nice coffee. The latte was smooth and well-balanced. Service could be a bit faster. read more

Acme Coffee Roasting - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

Best place for fresh coffee. I buy my beans here almost exclusively. Now it allows me to make the best coffee I've made ever.

I can't believe I never came here when I lived here. Small, local coffee spot with absolutely outstanding coffees! Cold brews, hot drinks, hot chocolates and tea. A small selection of bakery items too. The food looked good but I was here for coffee. I had a small cold brew black and it was so good. The parking lot is small but there is plenty of street parking here too. Super cool vibes here and friendly service. Felt like going to a friends house for coffee. Not the corporate coffee stores. I love supporting small business and if you're in the area for a trip give this comfy spot a try. Your caffeine fix will be, well fixed! Access the place on contra costa street. Google maps will take you behind the store. 10/10 for service, ambience and service! Happy yelping read more

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Bold and balanced coffee, great vibes & excellent service. A staple for many locals and a must try for travelers.

We were craving Vietnamese coffee and this place delivered!! Stopped by right as they opened and they had some amazing pastries. The mushroom leek quiche was to die for. Husband grabbed a growler of cold brew forgot to ask him how it tasted. Service was quick and easy! read more

'm obsessed with their cappuccino! The foam was silky, the coffee bold, and everything about it felt crafted with care. Such a cozy place to start the day. read more

Acme Coffee Roasting - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

adorable side-of-the-road stop for coffee! i was searching for coffee shops on yelp and came across this one, which had good ratings and yummy looking pastries. i was so surprised to discover the location! it's definitely a little hard to find, kind of tucked away off the main roads with it's own little parking lot. there is no indoor seating, and there are outdoor tables for standing around, but also no seats. i tried their iced vietnamese coffee, and this was one of the BEST i've ever had! and coming from san jose with an influx of vietnamese coffee, this is definitely a high compliment. it was strong, smooth, and sweet, really creamy! i also loved their blueberry muffin so much, it had the sugary top, cakey and dense interior, chock full of fresh juicy blueberries that melt in your mouth. the workers were awesome too, pay them a visit if you're ever in the area for sure! read more

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What a cute outdoor place. Wife got a cold vanilla Latte and I got a black coffee. The staff was kind and the coffee was delicious. I mean what else do you need. Drivers be ware the road coming in is a bit rough so watch for the pot holes. Parking is a little tricky but really damn good! read more

I'm here with my husband for a few weeks and we love a good Java! We drove here because we had high hopes. I was so put off by this rude employee that we can't stomach trying to see if it was a one off. read more

Acme Coffee Roasting - Rude employee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

The coffee is great! Little hole in the wall, cute spot. I'm not from here, just stayed a night and needed good coffee, and this was it soooo good! Glad I got beans to take home read more

Came here for first and last time today. Why you ask two main reasons. 1 there is no where to sit. They want you to order and get the hell out. 2 they do not offer all different brands of sweeteners. I can't have sugar so I usually use equal or Splenda. They have neither only stevia. Stevia is horrible. I get they may want to only have natural stuff but allow your customers to make a choice. I'm not asking for a specific coffee or grind or pour just want to make up my drink how I want after I pay. And the americano I ordered was just ok. No where good enough for me to go back since I'd have to drink black. Attn owner some conditions don't allow for the use of sugar. read more

The best coffee around Support independent baristas!! Enjoy!! Great pastries Great cappuccino Great staff The patrons take their coffee seriously read more

Order their cold brew concentrate & it is absolutely amazing. Will come again to stock up on them (:

My new favorite coffee spot. I don't know why I have never found this place until now. Vietnamese iced coffee with oat sooooOooooOoo good. Also the choco croissant is so yummy too! read more

Acme Coffee Roasting - Coffee and lactaid go hand in hand - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California

Acme coffee is the best coffee in the Seaside/Monterey area. I consider myself a coffee connoisseur, so trust me when I tell you it's the best. And the staff is delightfully quirky. It's one of the hidden gems of Seaside. read more

Acme Coffee Roasting - Large decaf coffee. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Seaside, California