Brew Bird was on the coffee crawl ($15 for a $5 credit at 11 different coffee shops. sign me up), so I had to give them a try. The shop is super cute and aesthetic inside. Their decor is gorgeous, and they have all the best finishing touches. They do pottery painting too inside which is amazing. They even have the fine tip paint, so you can do detail work. There were lots of pastry options. I went with the cheese danish, and the crystallized sugar on it was giving almost palmier, in the best way. The iced vanilla latte was good. I really enjoyed the wisteria cold foam they put on the top, but I wish I drank it sooner because I think it settled before I finished. I LOOOVED that they had KC Kombucha on tap. That's my favorite kombucha, and I was so happy to try another flavor this week. read more

Brew Bird - iced vanilla latte with wisteria cold foam and kc kombucha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sacramento, California

Brew Bird is a really cute cafe to paint pottery. No reservations are needed. I ordered a matcha latte with oat milk and picked out a bowl to paint. The latte was okay - it didn't have a strong matcha flavor. If I came here again, I would give the coffee a try instead. The bowl was $40 to paint. They have a nice selection of pastel colors. It would be nice if they had a few more bold colors, but I guess that isn't their style. Our pieces were fired and ready for us to pick up in about a week. This is a fun activity to do with friends and is a nice way to stay out of the Sacramento heat! read more

Brew Bird - Painted ceramics before being fired - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sacramento, California

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It is truly a vibe. Comfy seats nostalgic neighborhood hometown feel with an easygoing energy. I love that Sacramento landmark Vic's Ice Cream is right next door and you can easily breeze over through the adjoining space. I decided to go with my friendly barista recommendation of the house made cold foam atop my cold brew and it was delightful. I will be returning to experience their unique twist on interactive creative paint your own pottery which according to their advertisement is daily from 11 AM-4 PM. read more

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Thanks to Instagram, I decided to check out the Brew Bird in Land Park. The coffee shop was easy to find with street parking available. I visited on a weekday and it was a little difficult to find parking initially. I ordered an iced vanilla latte with oatmilk and a cheese danish. Coffee and danish were really good. Service was great and quick. Several tables to dine in and it's connected to Vic's ice cream. Definitely will to do work out of this coffee shop again when in the area. Highly recommend if you're looking for good coffee in the Land Park area. read more

Brew Bird - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sacramento, California

First time at Brew Bird. There's a beautiful mural outside by the parking lot. Theres some seating inside and a couple small tables outside as well. We ordered iced matcha, iced lavender latte, hot chocolate and a lemon poppyseed muffin. The iced drinks were served in the cutest cups. Everything was delightful. We'll definitely be back! read more

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I had to try brew bird after it was suggested to me on a visit to Sac. It's a small intimate shop with a few baked goods available and a classic coffee beverage menu. We greeted warmly when my husband and I came in with our two year old today. I ordered a hot chai with soy and my daughter got a lemon poppy muffin which she loved. Another fun thing Brew Bird does is pottery painting! We didn't have time for it this time but will definitely come back to do it on our next trip. read more

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Cute little coffee shop close to land park. Coffee cup sizes are smaller but good drinks overall read more

Brew Bird - Iced mocha and morning bun - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sacramento, California

Such an adorable coffee shop in the Land Park area! I didn't know that this place does a pottery painting service where customers can purchase a pre-made piece of plain pottery and they can paint and decorate it while enjoying a delicious drink. The day I came there were two groups enjoying this activity and I definitely want to come back with friends to do it. I ordered a vanilla latte and it was tasty and balanced in flavorful. I also got a cute bumper sticker for my car. The inside is cute, they have seating outside, and the workers were super nice! read more

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I've been hearing about Brew Bird and decided to stop in to check in out while I was in the area. I ended up parking on a neighboring street and walking over. They don't allow dogs inside, and when I arrived there were multiple dogs tied up outside. The inside is bright and welcoming and has a good amount of seating. I was there too early for the pottery painting, but the staff warmly greeted me and I was excited to order a coffee. They serve Camellia Coffee and I ordered a flat white to go. I took a seat by the window while I waited and in no time I was on my way with my delicious coffee. I'd love to come back with some friends to hang out, paint, and enjoy more drinks in the future. Since they're connected to Vic's I'm sure you could also enjoy some delicious ice cream. read more

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How did I not know this place existed 8 minutes from my place?! Came here for our coffee crawl and was so impressed. I let the cashier know what I liked and trusted her judgment to make me a dealers choice drink and it was so tasty. I got a honey latte with lavender and oatmilk and it was pretty tasty. This place not only offers pottery painting but also has beer on tap and is connected to an ice cream spot. The vibe here was amazingly chill and I can't wait to return with my man and/or friends. The vibe is definitely on point and won't regret choosing this place for a special treat read more

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Surprised how much I enjoyed stopping by Brew Bird after getting a scoop of ice cream from Vic's. There's an entrance from the street or you can just walk directly into the business from Vic's. I ordered a Latte and Kouign Amann, and they paired perfectly together. The latte had a great balance in taste and was creamy in texture. The Kouign Amann was light, buttery, and flakey. There is not an up charge for not getting whole milk with your drink. Service was fantastic as well. All around great and convenient stop for me. read more

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Came here over the weekend to check out the newest coffee shop in town! It's connected to Vic's so you can walk between the two when they're both open. I love the decor and design details they put in here, especially the backsplash tiles! I was a little disappointed to see they had just a normal coffee/tea menu, no seasonal or specialty drinks, but they did just open a week ago! I'll be on the lookout if they release anything because it'll definitely bring me back in, and I would love to update my review. I ordered a latte with the nectar syrup. The syrup was $1 to add on so I was hoping it would make a big difference! You really have to stir your latte well, so I just couldn't taste much until I got home and actually pulled out a straw to mix it. Once I did, it tasted much better and not like watered down espresso! I did get to try my husband's hot cappuccino and it was very smooth and creamy, we were hoping to see what beans they use here! Service was nothing too memorable, the guy who handed our coffee seemed to be the most friendly and approachable. They have a counter where you can also do pottery painting on site which is so cool! That will definitely make them stand out above all the other dozens of coffee shops in town. I couldn't see their actual pottery available besides the list of items behind the counter but you can see the paint and such laid out to grab on the counter- painting is only available between 11am-4pm though! This definitely would make a super cute spot to meet with a friend or two and have coffee and an activity in one spot. Overall 3.5 star experience but rounding up for the ambiance, pottery painting option, and the cappuccino quality. Hope they will bring out some additional items to the menu to bring me back! read more

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Paint porcelains and sip coffee to tea! I had a fun experience with a friend designing a coffee mug with colored glaze while sipping a matcha latte. The downside is that the glaze paint selection of 6 colors is small, but mixing the paint is alright. A plate or bowl could also be painted. Our pieces were ready in a week, and they turned out great! Coffee and tea is served from Camellia coffee. The sizes can be small. The seating is alright yet limited. Cute place, reasonable with painting read more

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I came here on a Sunday a little past 12pm. Upon entering, it was pretty lively already! The idea of having being a paint and sip (minus the alcohol) is SUCH a cute concept! We were just stopping by for some coffee and I ordered an iced vanilla latte 12 ounces alongside a Birdie (pup cup/whipped cream) for our lil doggie. Interestingly enough pets aren't allowed in the cafè. We waited off to the side, but it was fairly busy and you can see a few groups painting their pottery, a few chatting, and amongst the noise- a few people studying. Next-door is an ice cream shop as well. my drink I'd give a solid 3.9/5. Granted I know I got the most basic drink, but I do like to base a lot of stuff I visit on the most simple stuff cause you technically can't go wrong w it! I think I'm still just in a search for the perfect esspresso to milk ratio. Cute place if I was living in the area, I definitely go here once in a while. Cute aesthetic, cute and minimal menu. And great place to get some pottery painted! read more

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Good mochas, bad matcha latte (SUPER bitter). Probably fixable with better mixing than steeping/prep. Stale almond croissant. Very cute place but sort of hit and miss on pastries and drinks. Service is polite and speedy. Very cute location! read more

Brew Bird - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sacramento, California

Cute little coffee shop right on Riverside Blvd with delicious coffee. The other amazing thing is that they also offer paint your own pottery! I think any age can participate. On this occasion, I only met up with a friend for a coffee. Nice set up inside and friendly service. They also offer a few pastries. I noticed that they also serve beer so they offer both coffee and beer for their pottery class which I thought was pretty cool. My mocha was amazing....super rich, chocolately and made with oat milk per my request. Would love to paint some pottery here in the future! read more

Brew Bird - Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sacramento, California

Cutest little spot near land park! Perfect for a coffee and walk now that it's warmer out. We dined in and brought our own games but I saw that they also do ceramic painting which seems like a great hangout activity. Side note, a small touch that I really enjoyed was their china for pastries. read more

Brew Bird - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sacramento, California

Grabbing a quick cup of coffee before taking my dogs for a walk at the nearby park, I stopped in Brew Bird. Attached to Vic's ice cream parlor, Brew Bird is a nice little quaint local coffee shop. Parking can be a little tricky so foot traffic is probably best, but I managed to find a parking spot down a side street. The inside is clean and modern, and even a little moody, in the best possible way. It would definitely be a nice place to hang out and read a book or get some work done. I placed my order for an iced vanilla oat milk latte. It was served up right away and was quite tasty. The next time I find myself in the area, I would definitely come back for a coffee. read more

Pottery and coffee? Say less! I immediately showed up the weekend after I heard about this new coffee shop. There is currently no officially signage on the outside of the shop but they are in the same building of Vics. I ordered the mocha there the first time and it was amazing! My friend and I came to do the pottery painting on saturday morning and it was busy! They even sold out of the ceramics pieces! So I recommend coming a little earlier if youre planning to do the painting on the weekend. Their actual painting experience is completely self-lead. They do provide you with a little sheet with tips and tricks. There is a staff member there that help if you have questions. They took about a week to finish firing the piece. I came back on a weekday and it less busy and I got the mocha again and it was delicious once again. Theyre using Camellia beans for their coffee! So smooth and mellow. Makes for a very pleasant start to the day! read more

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Best kouign amann I've ever had hands down. Super cute space, very warm and inviting. Staff is very chill too. Love that's it's a pottery painting spot as well as a cafe, makes for a fun lil hangout or date spot. The drink was well crated and had a great flavor. Parking here is pretty chill, will Probally get busier as it gets warmer since it's right next to Vic's ice cream. read more

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New Coffee shop just opened next to my childhood favorite Vic's ice cream shop. The new renovations are very cute and they serve local kombucha, beer and wine too. This new space offers a place to paint pottery as well. There was no line on this opening day, so service was pretty fast. Really enjoyed my decaf vanilla latte with oat milk. It was very smooth and the vanilla syrup used is from Portland. They will be transitioning to making their own vanilla syrup soon. So excited for this new spot, and to have Vic's ice cream again when the line is shorter. read more

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The overall vibe and experience at was fantastic. The only drawback was the limited seating options. The coffee was fresh, and the tea was enjoyable. The almond croissant, in particular, had a gooey, buttery interior that was extremely tasty. The ceramic painting added a fun touch to the visit. The staff was very kind, and wait times were reasonable. Suggestions for improvement include adding more seating, though space is limited due to it being a small, family-owned shop. Additionally, expanding the menu with options like avocado toast or breakfast sandwiches could enhance visits. However, in my two visits, everything I've tried has been excellent, and I haven't had any negative experiences. Parking is convenient, with spots across the street and a new parking area right outside the shop. definitely go early if you're going on a Saturday or Sunday, but during the week it's not as busy. read more

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I was excited to try out Brew Bird when they popped up on my feed as a recommendation. I was in the neighborhood so popped by on a Tuesday late morning to check them out. The space is right next to the reopened Vic's. In fact they are connected, you can walk from one or the other inside as they share an open passage. You can now get coffee and ice cream in one trip! Total bonus. The inside is cute with a fresh minimalism. Smaller than expected, but they had plenty of tables that were mostly taken when I I was there. The cool factor for this cafe is that they also offer pottery painting! So you can come and be creative while having a latte, or not if you're there for a more traditional WiFi and caffeine fix. The painting packages range from a mug or bowl to a vase. Prices are posted in the cafe and on their website. I plan on coming back to do this on a day off! The iced latte I got was ok. Not terrible but didn't wow me. Worth going back to try something else, but it was also in an awkwardly small cup and I was hoping for a larger option as my day was just starting. It looks like they only offer one size in their beverages. I did have a delightful savory cheddar scone and they had morning buns that looked good too. I think that corridor on Riverside is having a Renaissance and Brew Bird is a great addition. I'll be back to try my hand at pottery painting and another beverage on their menu. read more

Brew Bird--such a cute place. Cashier was great. Great date idea since they also have ceramics you can paint. The poblano croissant was amazing--super buttery, flavorful, with a little kick to wake you up. The coffee, however, has potential. Charging a dollar for sweetener is wild... I might as well put that toward my retirement--my future self will thank me. I ordered an iced vanilla latte, but there was no vanilla sweetness. My boyfriend got one too and said the same thing. I saw some vanilla bean specks, but the flavor was on vacation. Again it could also depend on the person and their taste buds. Personally I don't like super sweet coffee, but I just a hint of sweetness especially for a dollar. Wished the vanilla syrup actually showed up. read more

Brew Bird - Iced vanilla latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sacramento, California

Updating my review, moved it from two stars to three, closer to 3 1/2 and I'm hoping for 4 in the future. Here's why: Good vibe, friendly staff, accommodating. I very much enjoy the coffee/espresso drinks. And they seem to be expanding their food offerings. Today they had both meat and veggie quiche and also a breakfast burrito. I think they're working on it. I still feel that they need to include some CLASSIC herbal teas (pure, one flavor no floral, no extra fruitiness) - mint tea that's just mint without (caffeinated) green tea or flowers or fruit, chamomile that's not a blend with other flavors, ginger that doesn't have turmeric in it, etc. If you think you have fans for the other stuff, try it, but please give me my classic options as well. Nonetheless, I go here regularly and today's visit was so tremendously pleasant that I felt I owed them more than a two star rating. ***** My original review: I'm writing separate reviews for Brew Bird and the adjoining Vic's Ice Cream (one owner, indoor pass-through) but you can't really evaluate one without looking at the other. As many folks have said, Brew Bird is charming (though noisy). And if you're hoping to paint some unfinished pottery while you sip your coffee, this is the place for you. Brew Bird takes the place of Vic's Cafe, which opened long after Vic's Ice Cream but was around long enough to become a beloved institution in its own right. It had excellent coffees (Temple) and a robust selection of fine herbal and caffeinated teas. Vic's Cafe also had more contemporary and appealing food than the adjoining Vic's Ice Cream, which served (and still serves) very-'50s stuff. In contrast to the ice cream parlor's hot dogs, egg salad sandwiches, etc.), Vic's Cafe, before it closed, served wraps, avocado toast, a smoked salmon sandwich with greens and cream cheese or avocado, and the like. Not gourmet but much more contemporary and appealing than the ice cream parlor's food and closer to what many of us eat today. Unfortunately, the new owners, who made a big deal of preserving Vic's traditions, don't seem to understand that Vic's Cafe had become a beloved tradition in its own right. In contrast to Vic's Cafe, Brew Bird offers virtually nothing that can constitute a light breakfast or lunch. On the positive side they've recently added quiche but on my most recent visit the veggie quiche wasn't available. And the rest of the menu consists of pastries (very good), bagel/cream cheese, and gourmet popcorn (pretty awesome, especially the truffle version). If you want "real food," meaning a light meal, and the ice cream half of the business is open, you can wander next door and order a hot dog, egg salad sandwich and the like - or a veggie burger which, at least today, was standard and blah. If you want to take your food back to the cafe, you have to get it as takeout, which makes Mother Earth sad. The coffee is fine, but gone is the Vic's Cafe menu of fine teas - Earl Grey, Oolong, Jasmine, Dragonwell, etc. - the real deal. And the only pure herbal offering is chamomile, which isn't everyone's "cup of tea" (sorry) early in the day. Otherwise, weird stuff like turmeric-ginger. And the "mint tea" is mixed with green tea, so it's not really an herbal option. A big loss. I'm really rooting for this place, and am hoping the new owner can re-visit some of their initial choices, build on what's working, incorporate more of what was working before Vic's Cafe closed, and think about what people really want today, not just a glossy concept. read more

This is a beautiful cafe in a tranquil, walkable area. The coffee was delicious and the pastries tasted fresh. The workers are friendly and they also have options for pottery making. This would be a great spot for a date or a morning walk with the family. read more

Brew Bird - Iced latte and a morning bun. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sacramento, California

Coffee isn't bad but it's the smallest latte I've ever seen. Would be reasonable if they either cut the price or gave you several more ounces. read more

Pretty cool little spot. My son did some of the pottery here and we came to pick it up. I hadn't been here before. Great idea to have art, coffee, and some food! I just grabbed a natural soda for the drive home and it was good but their menu for everything else looked good and they were pretty busy. Next time I want to paint some pottery and have coffee and something to eat. read more

Such a cute place! Coffee shop plus pottery painting date?! Perfect combo!! You order coffee then choose what piece you want to paint. As you paint, chat, and sip on coffee the workers check up on you to see if you have any questions and offer tips. Then when you're done, fill out a form and they take care of the rest. In 2-3 weeks you get an email/text saying that it's ready and to pick up. read more

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The Internet at this place is incredibly spotty. Not reliable. Also, everything is miniature size. I purchased an iced tea that was supposedly 12 ounces. It was more like 10 ounces. They should just be upfront about what customers are getting. read more

So happy a coffee shop has reopened so close to us. I was excited for Vic's to reopen and never thought I would spend more time next door at Brew Bird. The environment is perfection. You need to specify if you want your drink "for here" because from experience the drinks default "to go." Either way, they use Camellia Roast and it tastes amazing. I have not tried the pottery painting but when I am in there it seems to be popular. read more

Brew Bird - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sacramento, California

Really good coffee. We stopped by here for a couple of cappuccinos after brunch down the street. They had a ceramic painting event going on that looked fun. We'll stop by again if we're in the neighborhood. read more

Got a dirty chai latte and it tasted like water. I asked them to put more chai concentrate in it and it still tasted like water. They were nice enough to remake it but needless to say I'm not getting coffee from. Poblano and almond croissant was good though. read more

when i'm in an IDGAF About My Job competition and my opponent is the bleached eyebrow barista behind the counter... my boyfriend and i were the only customers in line and somehow she got both of our orders wrong - forgetting extras we asked for as well as making the drinks hot instead of iced. the bagels were burnt. also the coffee in general was mid. the vibe in there were off putting and not welcoming so we left. would not recommend. read more

The ambiance here was very nice and cozy. I enjoyed that even though there was a lot of people it still felt chill and nice. The latte with their house syrup nectar, was delicious. It was the perfect sweetness. I also got their cheddar scallion scone and it was divine. I would definitely return here. read more

Best baristas in town by a mile. Come for the coffee, stay for the vibe. Brew Bird absolutely nailed it -- great drinks, friendly people, and the kind of place you want to make your daily stop. read more

Coffee is good but pricey and they can be slow especially when only one person is working. The guy working there was nice but taking orders before making drinks for people who had been waiting a while. read more