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    Crooks Coffee

    4.6 (354 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    Andrew B.

    Overall the lattes lacked flavor. Tasted like milk water. The food was good but felt very overpriced. $45 for two 12 oz lattes, a burrito, avocado toast and a chocolate croissant. Service was quick. I enjoyed the seating and looking at the photos on the wall. After I showed my wife this review I gave. She disagreed and enjoyed the meal and drink. So I have to provide an updated version.

    Baked goods & pastries (no vegan options)
    Giselle M.

    If you're looking for some good, locally roasted coffee in Santa Rosa, cruise over to Crooks Coffee. They happen to be family-owned and independent, which is pretty much the opposite of a chain like Starbucks, and they'll remind you of that with their funny "Starbucks sucks" merch for sale (haha)! We dug the hipster/artsy and vintage-y vibes, and ode to writer/poet Edgar Allen Poe. It's like The Raven come to life in coffee shop fashion! My hubby and I enjoyed some tasty lattes, smooth and bold with just a hint of sweetness (definitely not bitter). The only bummer was that there were really no vegan options food-wise except for an avocado toast. Baked goods/pastries are either made in-house or by a local bakery, which is great, but again, not vegan friendly which was a bit of a bummer. It's worth mentioning that Sundays are free street parking (woohoo!) and it wasn't too busy on the Sunday we dropped in around 8:45-9am. Great coffee for locals and visitors alike, and definitely worth a visit, "Quoth the raven..." ;)

    Davina G.

    Cute spot .. nice ambiance friendly staff . i had the avocado toast was cute i would suggest some feta cheese crumbles or alfalfa sprouts! so much potential in this spot .. only thing was my coffee got cold fast but that happens when its not in a to go cup ! I can't wait to come back and hopefully try a coffee flight

    Peggy T.

    My husband and I had a lovely Wednesday morning here during our honeymoon. I had the crème brûlée latte, which was delicious and actually had a brûlée crust. They also made me a little lox bagel sandwich. My hubby and I read our books and really enjoyed the Poe decor and the little free library. We would totally come back if we lived closer!

    Medium and Dark roast coffees accompanied by a freshly baked Pumpkin and Blueberry scones
    Ramon F.

    Fabulous small coffee shop in Downtown Santa Rosa. Keeping with my theme, this coffee shop offers delicious coffee, WiFi, and a comfortable work area. While I usually visit coffee shops during the work week, we stopped here over a weekend and it was perfect. Great ambiance, good location, super friendly service, and most importantly, delicious coffee. Highly recommended. Will visit again.

    Lee L.

    RUDE customer service, probably doesn't like her job. Worst way to start your Saturday morning in beautiful Santa Rosa is here to be treated like an ungrateful customer. Won't ever come again. To the owner: your barista in the blue should learn what customer service means before making drinks. If her attitude stinks -- nothing tastes good.

    Melanie K.

    If you're looking for a good coffee shop in the downtown area, Crooks is a good option. They serve up delicious pastries with their quality coffee. You can always find a good cookie or if you're looking for something more filling they have breakfast burritos too. The service is always pleasant as well. Our pick when we're thirsty for caffeine while strolling downtown!

    Iced breve latte Iced Crème brûlée latte
    Alexis M.

    What I ordered: -Iced Breve Latte [4/5] -Iced Crème Brûlée Latte [5/5] _ I visited Crooks Coffee in Santa Rosa because their coffee looked enticing, especially the crème brûlée latte. When I arrived, the café wasn't too busy, and we received our drinks within five minutes. The ambiance of the store is charming, with delightful decor. The crème brûlée latte was perfectly balanced--not too sweet, just right. Their breve was also delicious. I highly recommend this café!

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    Awesome vibes, cool crowd, great coffee. Music was live and hitting all tones. The place was spacious. It was busy on a weekend afternoon.

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    I'm definitely not a fan of their lattes and espressos, but they do have a good cup of black coffee.

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    This place sells a very serviceable cold brew. The crew in the morning is very prompt and friendly. I would definitely come back here.

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    Great food, great coffee and great service with the added benefit of a cool atmosphere. I highly recommend Crooks if you're in the area.

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