We visited multiple coffee shops in the area and this was my favorite. the coffee drinks were tasty and the food was also good! service was super friendly I had the Cajeta Latte...sooo good and not overly sweet daughter had the Cafe Miel Iced...I loved hers also. couldn't tell you which was better. She also ordered a breakfast sandwich with ham....i stole a few bites and it was delish... only reason not 5 stars is lack of inside tables. choice was a small counter or outside in the cold. i will be back read more

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Nice little coffee/lite meal place off the beaten path, tucked back in the Creamery District. Seating is outdoors and high chairs are available. Very casual ambiance. Excellent coffee. I tried the avocado toast, "Eureka style" (arugula, fresh tomato slices and red pepper flakes added). The bread was a scrumptious, thick sliced wheat or multigrain sourdough, expertly toasted with toppings that were plentiful (maybe just slightly light on the avocado) and made for a great breakfast. Open at 7:30 am. read more

Familia Coffee Roasters - Front counter - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arcata, California

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This place is a hidden gem! Deep in the creamery district right behind Hashi, you'll find what looks like an industrial building that makes the best coffee ever! I had a vanilla bean latte, which was delicious. Super friendly and helpful people working here. And they have a great food menu... It feels like a locals joint, because it really should be crazy busy but it is not... This is a place you can go before you've had your coffee and not be overwhelmed, mellow vibe. My only complaint is the sign doesn't say coffee first. It's cute, and I love the name and the premise for this place... but I am just now finding this place because it doesn't say coffee on the sign on Alliance. I used to think Café Brio had the best coffee in Arcata... This place wins that award from here on out. read more

The two girls working when we went in early this morning were off putting and made the whole experience uncomfortable. What ever happened to receiving decent customer service? They were NOT AT ALL friendly, and the coffee was nothing special. I will not go back. read more

Super yummy coffee, the mocha base isn't sweet but in the best way. Matcha is pretty good too when it comes to selection in Humboldt!

Right across from the co-op in Arcata. Totally hidden except for the sandwich board that is sometimes on the sidewalk. Cute little coffee shop with a nice outdoor patio. Hope they make it because they take their coffee seriously and it's done well. read more

Their food was absolutely amazing I'm going to be eating here way more often. Now I'm thrilled to know that there's good food out here in the community. read more

La Familia has moved to a location kind of across from the Arcata food coop. There is still outdoor seating, and a gorgeous passion flower vine which is quite prominent. Their drinks are delicious. read more

Cute shop, a little tight inside but plenty of outdoor seating. Just ordered the new cold brew and it came out reasonably quickly. The cafe de la olla was unique and delicious. Will be back with my new punch card for that mole latte! read more

Familia Coffee Roasters - Café de la olla cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arcata, California

While visiting the area we dropped in for coffee and a quick bite around 10:30am Their menu looked promising until they told us they were out of all the hot breakfast items, so no tacos or chilaquiles. I asked for the Mexico cold brew....and they were out. So I just got an iced vanilla latte (surprisingly good) and my husband got the Blackberry ice tea (lacking in any flavor at all). As we finished up ordering and paying they told us they could do the chilaquiles, but I opted not to get them when I saw one person working behind the scenes next to a microwave. As we waited for our drinks I noticed they seemed to be a little unorganized at the espresso machine, with one person having to ask for their drink a couple of times. While their pastries looked decent, I couldn't help but notice quite a few flies hovering around the register. All seating is outdoors, but that's to be expected in this wonderful climate. We are really trying to support local businesses while we travel, but this place is disappointing. read more

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They had me come in for two interviews and promised to follow up with me but never did.

I love this place! It's such a cute shop, it has kind of a warm industrial vibe that fits in perfectly to Arcata. The coffee is delicious (my go to is an oat milk latte) and the espresso is always really smooth, no burnt or bitter flavor. You can tell the attention to detail that's put into each drink that's being made. The staff are always super friendly and helpful and down to have a nice conversation while you're waiting for your drink. I highly recommend! read more

Familia Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arcata, California

This cafe was pretty great in the past, and it could be great again. Unfortunately, right now they're only offering milk to add to your coffee. So, us heavy cream people and half and half people are SOL. Based on my love of this place, I tried making the milk work. I had a pourover yesterday and an americano the day before... it didn't work. I hate to say it, but, until this changes I can't come back. read more

Hidden gem! Great service! Coffee was delicious, and my daughter loved the matcha drink. They were so busy with market but everyone was so nice. read more

We came into town to relax and decided to try Familia Cafe. My husband ordered the avocado toast and I ordered the almond butter with bananas slices and honey toast. My husband liked his a lot. They definitely didn't skimp on the avocado. Mine was delicious as well! It wasn't overly sweet like I would expect it to be with the almond butter, banana slices and honey. The person who rang up our order was very nice and helpful! We love the feeling of this place. If it wasn't raining we would have sat outside but we sat inside at the wood bar. It was gorgeous! Definitely will be back next time we are in town! read more

Note to management: a Monday holiday is going to bring out the crowds, like families with kids. Staff appropriately. The staff were shorthanded on MLK day and were putting up a heroic effort to keep us all fed and caffeinated. Where was management? Cortados hare my go-to here, and they have A2 milk so I can have milk! My companions usually go for the creatively flavored lattes which they seem happy with. Interesting selection of cookies/pastries haven't disappointed. Food is also good, like the salmon toast. I think they bake their own bread and bagels too, though I didn't see the latter. The breakfast sandwich is my staple. And here there was a problem. It was always served on a delicious brioche, but this time on a store bought English muffin. Why? Maybe the bakers are on vacation? I make a similar sandwich and this was, sadly, not better than mine. read more

Stopped in for a quick Bourbon caramel latte and a breakfast sandwich to go and left prepared to write a rave review. The breakfast sandwich had a vegetarian option of sliced tomato and no meat. I went for the Havarti cheese. This bun is so pillow-y I wish I could take a nap on it. Seriously it was so airy and delicious and topped with toasted seeds. No pics because all was promptly enjoyed. This is a beautiful café is located in Arcata's Creamery district and has a lovely outdoor patio for enjoying your meal outside. Be back soon. read more

I tried Familia Cafe in the late afternoon! I was curious about the coffee as I had already seen Familia Cafe in The Vance. I was so impressed by my drink and the smoothness of my coffee. I ordered a Cafe Miel! I also appreciate the patient service. I had a little lemon tart which was delectable. I can't wait to head back! I highly recommend giving this joint a shot. read more

Familia cafe is a overpriced coffee/snack place where the yuppies and hipsters of Arcata gather to seem like they're cool. I tried the Flan and it was not traditional. The chorizo tacos had no flavor BUT. The tortilla was good (odd). The best part of my first time at this place is the blackberry tea. The syrup is handmade and exquisitely proportioned to not be too sweet, yet subtle taste. I really wanted to like this place as it seems quasi-Latino but the ambiance, clientele it attracts and high prices will have me getting the tea sparingly. read more

Very delicious choice of light breakfast and lunch items and coffees, small shop with some outdoor seating. Really good service.

Super cute local place with a short but on point menu. I stopped by and got a slice of olive oil cake -- it was the best I've ever had. Oh, and I have a very high bar. I want this place to get more customers, and I'd suggest that they make an effort to add a bathroom and seating inside. It will be a sure winner! read more

Best coffee shop in Humboldt. They do seasonal lattes, which are all delicious. Currently it's a rosemary cardamom latte. The breakfast sandwich is my favorite food item to get. The staff are always friendly. read more

Since they've had a change in their bakers and almost all their baristas left... it has just declined. While it's still a cute shop and it's very nostalgic, the hospitality, food, and quality of coffee is just not the same despite the fact they're still pretty expensive read more

Great coffee and lite meals/snacks. Avocado toast is excellent. Small outdoor space to sit and eat.