Really nice ambiance and good coffee (they even have cool latte flavors like a honey lavender latte) but DAMN is it slow. There were definitely a lot of people(by no means was it packed) but it still took over 20 minutes to get one of our drinks (and they seemingly forgot to make the second one - they apologized after we let them know). Overheard other customers say that this type of slowness happens a lot. So I'd say it's worth going if you don't have anywhere to be. Overall its worth checking out once but Philz is pretty similar in quality tbh. read more

Best coffee in Berkeley. I think Philz is overrated and masks the flavor of their beans with sweets. Try their latte. The typical Starbucks drinker like me thought the latte at artis was watered down until I realized that the high quality of the beans is actually what makes the coffee taste non-bitter. Try their coffee. You won't be disappointed and itll forever change your view on Starbucks and peets read more

Artís Coffee - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

WiFi is insanely slow and unreliable, so not a good place to get work done. Writing this as I wait for the WiFi to reconnect for the 10th time... Coffee & food are good (if mind bogglingly Bay Area expensive) but service is consistently pretty slow. Not a place to go if you're in a hurry. read more

I like this place! Tons of outdoor and indoor seating. It's in a great location in Berkeley. Really fun shops/restaurants surrounding this place. Service was pretty slow but good when I got it. Nice interior design and lighting. Coffee was what I would expect. Good flavor, good presentation. Not anything remarkably special as far as flavor; but it was good. Free wifi and outlets. Another awesome place to sit and work/read. As far as parking, I'd recommend parking a few blocks away and walking. There's usually lots of spots a few blocks away. read more

Artís Coffee - Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Artis is a fairly new speciality coffee shop located on 4th Avenue in Berkeley, and their location is quite large for a coffee shop. They roast their own beans, and also have a Blossom Coffee machine, which is "capable of producing the perfect, personalized cup of coffee by using a patent-pending variable volume, temperature and pressure controlled brew chamber". I tried a cup of coffee (the Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Aricha Medium Roast, w/a tasting note of blueberries) from the blossom coffee machine ($4.50 I believe). It takes about 4 minutes to brew each cup of coffee, so you'll have to wait a minimum of 4 minutes for your coffee (longer if there are cups ordered in front of yours). However, it was definitely worth the wait since the coffee was super smooth tasting. What I really appreciated at Artis was the servicer- our cashier was really knowledgeable about their menu and the different roasts they had available, and was able to make some helpful recommendations. For any coffee nerds, I'd highly recommend Artis- it's one of the few retail places where you can buy green coffee beans. Parking can be difficult in this area, but street parking and parking lots are available. read more

Of the various West Berkeley cafes I visit for pre-work coffee, Artis is about the most expensive ($6.50 for a large latte) and perhaps the best for taste, parking (free before 9am) and speed. read more

Coffee was pretty good, I ordered a large hot mocha ($6.50) with almond milk ($0.75) and an extra shot ($1.50). I ordered a almond Croissant, I was shocked to find out it was $5.25 but okayyy... read more

I drink coffee. Not coffee flavored milkshakes with long complicated names. My go to is a medium sized medium roast with a little bit of milk to soften the edges. These guys roast their own beans and they do this very well. I was in a hurry so I got their "quick cup" which is their already brewed coffee, as opposed to a pour over. It was a medium dark so I added a little bit more milk than usual. It was delicious. Well balanced, no trace of bitterness, with a chocolate after taste. It was a bit expensive but worth it. I also got a roasted veggie sandwich. Mixed feelings about this one. It was tasty and substantial but soggy on the bottom. Also some of the veggies were cut too thick to eat with the sandwich. I probably wouldn't order this again. That aside, the service was great and the interior was spacious. I've also heard they occasionally have live music, so I will be back. Maybe I'll even try a milkshake, I'm thinking an oatmilk vanilla latte or whatever the kids are drinking these days. read more

Oh wow! Didn't expect to find exceptional coffee at the end of this little shopping area. What luck! :D Their espresso drinks are made with a blend of 3 different beans, with a roast that ends up tasting between a Medium and Dark. Definitely worth getting! I got the large Americano over ice with 3 shots, which tasted great on its own but added some half & half and 2 packets of stevia to make it into a liquid dessert. Going to try their pour over next time! read more

My favorite coffee place in Berkeley. I wish it were closer to campus but it's almost always worth a bike/bus ride down to 4th street for a visit. It's super affordable (especially with the Yelp checkin deal) and delicious. I love getting the cold brew coffee here. Absolutely delicious and only $2.75 The environment is incredibly modern and hipster. They have lots of expensive fancy coffee machines in display that you can browse while waiting in line. read more

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The most horrible matcha latte I've ever had. Tasted like straight up sugar and milk. We ordered 2, and they didn't even fill up one of the drinks all the way? Customer service was kind but please improve your matcha recipe because this made me visibly gag when I first tried it. $15 was robbery. read more

I ran into this coffee shop yesterday and tried their Honey Lavender Latte.... It was A M A Z I N G!!! Can't wait to go back! read more

Artís Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I always make it a point to come here if I am in the area. They have some of the best cups of coffee in the Bay Area. Their honey lavender and vanilla latte are top notch. They even make their own vanilla flavoring. You can see the vanilla beans at the bottom of the coffee. It made right. This place not only have good coffee but great live music to mostly jazz but its prefect for sipping coffee and just chilling. They also educate you about coffee in their live roasting bar. I don't think I have seen that anywhere. Love it and will keep coming back. read more

Likes: chat tea latte was ok, blueberry lemon danish was yummy. I'm not really a big coffee drinker but I love how they roast your beans right there and then in front of you and it only takes about 6 minutes. They told me they are the only place in the country that does this. I'd like to research that before I believe it 100% but that's just how I am. The beans are laid out for you to see and smell if you're deciding between coffee beans. Service was very friendly! Interior was large and spacious and well done. Dislikes: Personally I could've used more sugar in my chai tea latte, which is just what I did read more

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It's crazy good. I don't know about everything Artis but their Americano was so good-- It would make me have it everyday. And it's such a simple drink to be so impressed with it. 5 stars. read more

Artís Coffee - Restroom - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Went here yesterday to have coffee with a friend. They said they weren't accepting cash that day. Thath weird.

Solid coffee spot with ample indoor and outdoor seating (counter area is great for solo drinkers). There is a variety of single origin coffee to choose from (and buy raw, roasted, or ground) and seasonal special like peppermint latte. I opted for the nitro cold brew coffee which had a light creaminess and not too acidic of a flavor (no cream necessary). They also sell a lot of coffee equipment like espresso machines, chemex, pour over ceramics, filters, grinders, mugs, and french presses. read more

I cannot get over how delicious their vanilla latte is. It's so flavorful and delicious, it definitely kept me going for quite a few hours of studying. Love the fact that I can actually see the vanilla bean specks in there. Not the greatest place to study though. There isn't many outlets and there was a lot of activity going on when I was there so it's not the quietest. Maybe because it was a Saturday morning. Overall, would definitely recommend as a place to hang out and chat with a friend. Also, don't miss out on the yelp check-in! The 25% off makes their prices a lot more affordable. read more

Artís Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

3rd time here and it didn't disappoint. It is consistently good. The SO tried the homemade vanilla flavor to her latte and it was amazing. Highly recommended. I've had lattes and drip here, they are well prepared. Lattes are smooth and easy drinking. The drip has great flavor. They seem to be running a yelp checkin for 25% off so make sure to take advantage! Also every time I've been here they've had live music. Either a DJ or a guitar with a vocal singer as well. Nice touch if you like that kind of stuff. A good addition to the coffee scene in Berkeley. read more

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I am absolutely in love with this coffee shop. It's a hidden gem in 4th street at berkeley! Though it's not the best I've had in the Bay Area, the ambiance, service, decor and location makes it one of the best. You can study here though seats with outlets are limited. Outside seating is available and is quite nice on a warm and sunny day. In regards to coffee taste I can only speak for lattes, cappaccino and the drip coffee (not blossom). Cute designs and nice frothy foam :) the drip was average tasting, I recommend the espresso based drinks. read more

Artís Coffee - Latte 12oz :) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

I give it to Artís for their decor, but that's about it. I ordered a 12oz cold brew, black($3). I can normally finish a 20oz cold brew from Peet's, but since I was trying Artís for the first time I stuck with the smaller size not knowing how strong or good their coffee is. I could not drink my cup of coffee, 1) because their lids didn't fit right and I spilled half my drink & 2) because it tasted disgusting. Cold brews are suppose to be slightly sweet and smooth and less acidic than regular brewed coffee, the cold brew I got from Artís was sour and very acidic. Tasted like regular brewed coffee that went bad and they just poured it over ice. It was disgusting. I'll give Artís one more try and stick with a latte or something, but I'd rather walk down the block to Peet's for cold brew from now on. read more

Artís Coffee - What was left of my cold brew after it spilled due to a defective lid. It was like the universe was telling me not to drink it. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Seriously my favorite coffee! I had to move from the east bay to SF and I now go to the Hayes Valley one. I love everything about it; the delicious coffee, great staff, convenient locations, supporter of other local companies and overall feel of the shops. Everyone should try their vanilla lattes at very least. That'll hook you! read more

Artís Coffee - Favorite coffee place! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Best coffee I've ever had! Rich, smooth coffee with a bold taste. Artis roasts the beans in house. You can even watch them do it. I always order the iced mocha. It's the perfect amount of sweet and lovely for a hot day. The espresso itself has rich, chocolatey notes, so the chocolate from the mocha works to enhance it. The cafe space is chic and modern with some outdoor seating available. Free wi-fi so I can get a lot of work done. There is also a shop area where you can buy coffee accessories. Check in with Yelp for a discount! Also, use Five Stars for extra rewards. read more

I was just walking down the street and checking out the furniture shops around this area. Then I see this sign that was advertising Artis mentioning something in the lines of a different coffee experience. First, I thought it was some art gallery that serves coffee but I was so wrong. My yelp-instinct say look for this place and try it out. After doing a yelp search, I'm seeing highlights of "freshly roast" and brew and 4.5 stars. Hella yeah. I'm there. I wasn't feeling like a cup of coffee but I am always down to get beans from the local roaster. When I first walked in, I see all these instruments to brew coffee and I knew then that these guys are serious. Then I walked over to the beans and was like whoa! How do I start? I gave the guy behind the counter my coffee preference and he recommended me the beans from Peru. I got 1/2lb that was pre-roasted a few days earlier. If they don't have something pre-roasted and in your weight amount, they will gladly roast it in front of you. If I am right, you can even choose different beans and blend them. I've tried the coffee I got at home using the hand pour method and I do enjoy their coffees. Next time, I need to try a cup at the store. read more

Artís Coffee - On the spot roasting. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Decided to try Artis since I was looking for a cafe to do work during a super busy midterm season. I will say, this cafe does have quite a bit of space, but I was honestly not a fan of the oat milk vanilla latte I tried. Overall, I would recommend this cafe for the great aesthetics and open study space, but disappointed in the coffee. read more

Got a nonfat vanilla latte and drank less than half of it. Not a fan...not much coffee taste not much vanilla taste. Just tasted strongly of milk and something sweet, but not vanilla. Props to them for making their own vanilla syrup but I honestly couldn't taste the vanilla in it. Plus a large was $5....way overpriced. If you're coming and you can handle strong coffee, just go with black coffee or an espresso. Don't go for a latte. Way too milky. Service is friendly. Ambiance is nice. I love that they roast their own beans. However very hard to find seating outdoors and extremely difficult to find seating indoors so students, beware! Might be back to try a cappuccino or an espresso but def not the vanilla latte... read more

Artís Coffee - Nonfat large vanilla latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

I love this cafe. It's a great space, with really friendly staff and good drinks. Unfortunately I've had to stop going here since they raised their prices this month. My regular 16oz matcha latte that used to cost $4.50 is now $7. I simply can't justify that cost, so I've had to start looking for other cafes to spend my time. I understand inflation is bad, and I support raising their prices if it would benefit their workers, but that's a serious price jump from what it once was. I'm really hoping management reconsiders these new prices and puts them at a more reasonable rate. Until then, I unfortunately won't be back. read more

Took a little coffee break after sampling the sake down the street. It's a cute place with roasters, a drop bar and food beverages. My cappuccino hit the spot and the staff were super courteous and even apologetic that my beverage was taking awhile to come out. My companion however was not impressed with the espresso sized macchiato she received. She's used to Starbucks and was hoping for a bit more to savor. There's lots of good tables and a good place to chill or people watch. They were out of their seasonal beverages but there's plenty else to choose from. Caffeinated people! You'll thank yourself. read more

I came to Artis Coffee for a quick meetup with somebody. The interior is quite nice and new. This isn't your typical UC cafe, but definitely caters to a different crowd in Berkeley. . COFFEE: Cold Brew all the way on a warm Bay Area day. I would say that the coffee was solid, but delivered in a clumsy way. Without a numbering system or a face-recognition system, I would say that a lot of people struggled to know which drink was or wasn't their own. Overall, this cafe is alright, but not my favorite in Berkeley. With only one bathroom and the Wi-Fi being a little spotty, I couldn't help but to notice how there was not attention to that. read more

Best vanilla latte around! I always came when I needed to treat myself or study. I miss the indoor space!

Great coffee, fresh roasted beans, beautiful space. Had a Sumatra Triple Pick pour over with a breakfast sandwich - tomato, egg and cheese. They sell a lot of high end Japanese home coffee items- very cool. Meter parking right in front along street. read more

Artís Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Sssshhhh. Don't tell any other coffee shops, but I think Artis just made my #1 coffee spot. I've taken a few days to think about this, brewed some beans at home, and found myself wishing that I had a trip scheduled to Berkeley . . . Found Artis by doing a quick and easy Yelp search for coffee in my hood. It was a beautiful morning, and we had time to kill. Chose Artis as it was half a mile away (walking distance) and the reviews for the homemade vanilla made me need to give it a try. Walked down to Artis, enjoying all the spring flowers in bloom in the neighborhood yards. Came into a very clean and industrial-ish building. Concrete floors, high ceilings, and lots of coffee on display. I was greeted right away by probably the most pleasant Barista I've ever met. Which right here is proof that excellent coffee does not need to made by an asshole. You can have good food/good drinks AND good service. One does not negate the other. Ordered a vanilla latte and went for it and bought a bag of beans to take home. They offered to grind them for me, and helped me pick out the roast that was right for me. Beans were about $20 a bag, but the smell-oh the smell. I'd pay $20 just for that. My latte came out quickly, and I took it go and slowly walked back to our room, as I sipped in satisfaction. Nice, day, nice people, and great coffee. The vanilla was much better than any fake bottle syrup, and I fear it may have ruined it for the others. At least I have a bag of their coffee to hold me over for awhile . . . read more

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4 star atmosphere, ambience but 2 stars for price. it is really overpriced. You can definitely get a better latte elsewhere for cheaper. It's on 4th street though so they have to cover the rental price somehow. there's free wifi and water and outlets so it's a nice place to study slightly outside of the Berkeley bubble read more

Artís Coffee - Vanilla latte iced $5.00 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Speechless for an amazing handcrafted coffee, I asked the barista to give me a suggestion of their best speciality and he suggested the vanilla latte, that it was an awesome choice, the taste of this soy vanilla latte is fresh and smooth...I will totally come back! read more

Artís Coffee - OMG!!! This is beautifully smooth!Soy Vanilla Latte!!! the best... - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

- Really good coffee - pour-over is delicious though high-priced and a small cup. - Staff varies - some are friendly and some make you feel like you're intruding in their living room (Chill out y'all, it's coffee!). - Food is pretty tasty - a variety of tasty pastries (they aren't labeled but you can't go wrong, or ask the staff to explain and hope they're nice to you) - Nice outside area out front that is pet-friendly and feels inviting TLDR - tasty coffee, bordering on Portlandia setting. read more

Coffee shops with short names and black and white logos--very Bezerkeley. Artís is located in the 4th Street area near the Amtrak station and is far enough away from immediate campus area to get away from the Berkeley bubble vibe but close enough to be convenient I come here to study. They have tons of tables and seating of all kinds (outdoor, bar in front of roasting station, high tables, normal tables, tiny tables...), as well as wifi and a few power outlets. The inside is super aesthetic!! What I've had: - Iced soy vanilla latte: AMAAAZING!! I never get vanilla in my lattes, but they make the vanilla in-house, and it's divine. Not overpoweringly sweet but sweet enough to have a distinct vanilla taste and rich flavor. The latte here is SO SMOOTH!! I'm on a mission to find the best iced soy latte in the area, and this ranks towards the top of my list. TRY THE VANILLA!! DO IT!! - Iced pumpkin spice latte with soy: I am as basic as it gets, yet I stay away from the PSL at Starbucks. I had it once, and it was kinda just okay...I was trying to get into the fall mood and saw that they had just added a pumpkin spice latte to their menu at Artís and decided to give it a try. AND WOW I was impressed!! This ain't your average PSL. The spices they add give it an amazing flavor, and the drink itself isn't overpoweringly sweet. You can taste the autumnal flavor and pumpkin-ness!! - Iced matcha latte with almond milk: By default, this comes with their house-made vanilla. The first time I had it, I was kinda confused because I thought it was just going to be matcha powder and milk, but there was a sweet taste to it...and so the I asked the barista at the register if they add any sweetener, and he told me about the vanilla. I'm a huge fan of their vanilla, but the second time I got this drink, I asked for no vanilla, but I still wasn't super impressed...maybe it was because the almond milk was too overpowering and gave it a watery, almond-y taste?? Maybe I'll try this again with soy or regular milk - Tea: THEY HAVE A VARIETY OF TEAS!! I've had a few of them (peach and apricot green, jasmine with flowers green, monks blend), and they have never disappointed!! They put loose leaf tea in steeping bags and use that to brew. The leaves come from Compassion Tea Company - Scone: I usually get the cheddar veggie one (the veggies in it usually vary), and it's savory and delicious!! The texture is nice, and there's so much flavor packed in each and every bite. Ask for it warmed up for a nice mid-morning treat - They also have LaCroix, bottled Boylan's sparkling water cans, House Kombucha, and a variety of other things in the grab and go fridge (juice, juice shots, bougie water) Bottom line: Another great and much welcomed addition to Berkeley coffee culture!! Kinda pricy, but you can definitely taste the quality. If you're planning on coming here to work and staying a while, you might want to come kinda close to the time they open, as it fills up easily. But it does die down later in the afternoon. I just wish they had longer hours and were open until a little later in the night :( read more

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Tall ceilings, very modern, and hipster. The place draws you in as you look up and around the spacious cafe. There are two sections: 1.) A roasting section: pick your pick of unroasted green coffee beans and watch them roast it in a vacuum contraption for over 6 minutes -- totally looks like it'd turn into popcorn or something haha 2.) Coffee bar: Order a pour over, a Blossom-brew (comparable to the Clover-brew method at Starbucks), or various espresso options We opted for a dark-medium roast (Indonesian Sulawesi blend) pour over, and I was very, very happy with it. Paired well with chocolate! We couldn't find a seat except at the coffee bar, which I thought was ridiculous considering how spacious the place was. We enjoyed talking to our barista who was making our pour over. He also offered my friend a complimentary sample of his favorite brew, which was an Ethiopian something. Much lighter of a roast with fruity notes. We still preferred the Sulawesi :P I would strongly consider coming back to pick up a bag of freshly roasted coffee beans. Never have I seen a local place that can roast you 8-16 oz. of green coffee beans that will be freshly ready to brew within the next 24-48 hours! read more

This place is a hidden gem, such a great asset for the Bay Area for quality coffee/espresso drinks crafted by artisans. From the many times ordering here, I have only tried two drinks: the latte and the flat white. And for good reason. Artis has been the only place that I have experienced where they make a quality flat white in the Bay Area. So I highly recommend giving it a shot. Great ambience, plenty of seating. Modern industrial decor. Plenty of parking space, but may be a challenge on the weekends. Tip: look out for the Yelp check-in special. Extra percentage off your cup! read more

Artís Coffee - Flat white - $3.50 + tax Well-crafted. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

When I walked into this coffee shop I think I just had a really big smile on because every part of it already made me think of "Ideal hipster coffee shop". It had a pretty large space, really nice decorations, tall tables you can use as standing desks, and it was clean. You can see the beans they source from places all around the world and you can also see how they roast the beans as well in this machine that looks like it could make some popcorn. The Cappuccino I got was above average (not the best I've ever had) but I did appreciate the 10% yelp check-in deal. I think you pay like 90% for the atmosphere of this place. Parking at the lot on 4th street was kind of a pain because you had to move it after a few hours. This place is a 5 star coffee shop and I would take people who haven't been in a heartbeat. read more

Artís Coffee - Where the coffee magic happens - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Berkeley, California

Top notch coffee, I really enjoyed the amazing latte I drank here. There isn't a lot of seating even though it's a pretty big space. I didn't enjoyed the sweet potato muffin, sorta disappointing. the bathroom was clean! read more