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Great espressos! They just celebrated their third year. Tried their seasonal drinks: Fogline late and their bergamot espresso tonic. Both delicious with quick service. read more

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Drinks were good and the staff were friendly. The cardamon was strong and I couldn't really taste the brown sugar so be aware of that when ordering. They had some merch, I bought the tote bag which is super cute. If you're in the area and want to go for a morning walk along the water, definitely grab something hot to drink:) read more

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Tanbir K.

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All the drinks at Roaming Bean Coffee are so good and of course the service is incredible! Also the view you have while drinking amazing coffee is unbeatable! read more

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Great coffee and lovely staff! Manpreet was so nice to talk to! Perfect location to enjoy a nice cup of coffee:)

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Victor G.

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Roaming Bean Coffee has coffee stand located inside a freight container in the Berkeley Marina for nearly 2 years. Heard about them from Nosh in their nominations for best coffee shop. Intringed, I sought them out. They're located where Cal Sailing Club is supposed to be on weekends. Saw signs in a parking lot nearby. Saw a line. Got into it. Minutes later, ordered a drink, got it quickly. Offerings: espressos, more brews, add ons, kids drinks, seasonal drinks, classics. Sips: espresso (3.50) one shot -straight black. Wanted to taste it naturally without added water, milk, sugar... -bold, smooth, strong. What I like in a dark roast. Definitely gave me a buzz. -Hearsay they roast their own beans also. -just one table for sitting. Parking lot isn't that big. Site is nearby an eatery on either side of the road. 5 stars Worthy! Quality: yep. Good to the last drop! Quantity: reasonable pricing, freshly made! read more

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M S.

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Lovely warm drinks just as we began to feel chilled by the waterfront wind. Really enjoyed it! read more

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Riley H.

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Such a cute coffee stand at the waterfront. The service was amazing and the employees had great recommendations for walking routes and restaurants. I ordered an Americano, which came out quickly, piping hot, and delicious. I would totally recommend. They have some great specials right now, like brown sugar cardamom latte. read more

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Carmela A.

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Located by the marina, this small installation had a few choice coffee and tea selections. Service was quick and friendly, and they make a mean decaf mocha and matcha! Small serving size to-go cups are perfect for a small stroll by the water. read more

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organic in house made syrups. friendly staff right on the water and beautiful packaging. delicious Matcha and quick turn around time, perfect for a sunny day. read more

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Sheri S.

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Delicious full-bodied coffee! Wish we would have bought more than one bag of beans while there on vacation. You guys should sell your beans online! read more

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Great coffee.. great location.. wish they'd expand, stay open longer or have more outdoor seating.. that area could use more cafes by the water.. read more

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Katie K.

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What a great little coffee kiosk! The owners are so lovely and truly care about the quality of their coffee and customer service. Delicious coffee with their own spin of flavorful offerings. Worth the stop! read more

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A great view of the water at Berkeley Marina why not have Roaming Bean Coffee. I have seen an advertisement for this business on Instagram, and I don't work far from their location, so I thought I would give them a try, and I did not regret coming by. It has been a year since their business has started, and it has attracted people passing by while walking along the marina. Why not get coffee while doing your daily walk. The owner of Roamijg Bean Coffee is nice. Him and I started a conversation in which he thought I worked for Off The Grid because I had my sweater on. I just informed him that I work off Gilman St, which isn't far from University Ave. I had the Hot Chocolate since it is cold in the morning and I got there exactly when he open up his business for the day. The taste of my drink was satisfying. I love the design on my drink. If you are along the marina in the morning come stop by Roaming Bean Coffee. They are open 8am-3pm. read more

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Jasmine C.

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Love this place!!! Really cute coffee shop & got a fogline latte. Super sweet owners--a very nice father son duo! Had great conversation about the coffee shop & they help host events for groups to meet new ppl & make friends. Will come back again, very great vibes & service. read more

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Cassandra W.

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The barista is amazing, the quality is pristine and even though I'm usually a black coffee girl their unique, organic and homemade lattes and creations are soo yummy I still try them! The coffee is delicious and the owner has great taste in music and is very fun to chat with. He also actually makes a dry cappuccino correctly which seems like a lost art. read more

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Dan S.

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I had their great coffee at their table during the SF Coffee Festival at Ft Mason. They are super friendly and want coffee to be a shared experience with people. They have a cart at the Berkeley Marina. read more

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Dan S.

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Excellent coffee. Tried the coffee with cardamom and it was lovely. The people are just as wonderful. Super local - go support them! read more

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Jasraj S.

Thank you so much. Glad you enjoyed your Cardamom Latte!

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Maxwell S.

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Amazing almost Wes Anderson setting for a coffee cart... might be my new favorite Saturday morning Berkeley bike ride. Great coffee too read more

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Glad to sever you coffee in your bike ride! We love when folks ride…

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yunha k.

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Great coffee and great guy running the spot. Def recommend as a early morning coffee spot after watching the sun rise.

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Alan A.

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Solid coffee and super nice owners. Reasonable prices for this day and age. Plus, the location can't be beat! read more

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Jasraj S.

Thanks Alan for the kind words. Appreciate it!

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Hui Y.

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Went to marina for a walk and tried this new coffee place, it's perfect for a windy day, latte is very nice will definitely come back read more

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Thanks for visiting us Hui! Great photos, thanks for sharing!

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Allison E.

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Epic coffee and vibes in the Berkeley marina.The owners are awesome and super friendly. A must visit if you're in the area!

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The waterfront is one of my most favorite places in Berkeley, and this friendly and locally owned coffee shop is definitely worth a visit! Great choices, great services, great location. You owe it to yourself to visit the waterfront, get a coffee, and go for a meander. read more

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Nishant D.

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We hired Jasraj and the Roaming Bean team to cater coffee for one of the events in our wedding. The line for coffee did not die down for the entire event. Jasraj put together an amazing custom menu for us with a mix of hot, cold, and non-caffeinated drinks. He was happy to work with us to come up with a menu that fit the theme of the event. Every single item on the menu was delicious, and guests were raving about the coffee afterwards. read more

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Omg, literally THE only thing Berkeley Marina was missing! Best Vanilla Latte EVER. I've gone two weekends now to go for a 'walk' so I can have my vanilla latte fix! Super friendly barista and he was telling me that they make their own Vanilla Syrup with fair trade organic vanilla beans!!!!!! The latte is perfect not overly sweet at all, leaves a great taste in your mouth. The views of Berkeley marina are always the best, been going there for over 10 years for walking, relaxing , breathing and just being. I think Berkeley marina has gained a GEM having Roaming Bean Coffee there. Can't wait to be back! read more

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Jori P.

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Delicious seasonal brown sugar cardamom latte, really well balanced! Nice people and view as well!

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Ezra G.

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Excellent coffee, intriguing conversation, and a wonderful view. A great addition to the Berkeley Marina!

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Allison M.

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This is my new favorite spot. The coffee has a chocolatey slightly smokey note. Everyone is very friendly and clearly cares about what they are making. It's great being able to grab a coffee out at the marina and enjoy the ocean. read more

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Thank you Allison for the kind words. Hope to see you soon too :)

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Wayne R.

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This is a coffee experience and with an actual connection with the baristas who make it. The location is perfect to accompany any walk, run, or stroll through Cesar Chavez park. Can't wait to go again read more

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Sara D.

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Great coffee, my espresso was strong just how I like it! The location is amazing with great views of the golden gate and bay! Definitely coming back. read more

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Verna B.

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It was super handy to be able to get an latte while waiting for my kids camp to end, and to get hot chocolate for the kids coming off the water. Great idea and I loved my latte. read more

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R K.

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Amazing coffee and amazing views and amazing individuals all in one place ! Looking forward to coming here more often :)

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Thank you! Glad to hear you enjoyed your coffee! See you soon :)

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Fergus N.

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Friendly family and great coffee! Currently at the park but they said they will be moving to over by Cal Sailing

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More info about Roaming Bean Coffee

124 University Ave
Berkeley, CA 94701
West Berkeley
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(925) 257-2672
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https://www.roamingbeancoffee.com

Hours

What time does Roaming Bean Coffee open?

Roaming Bean Coffee opens at 8:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Roaming Bean Coffee opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Roaming Bean Coffee close?

Roaming Bean Coffee closes at 1:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Roaming Bean Coffee closes at 4:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 1:00 PMSat-Sun 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Roaming Bean Coffee take credit cards?

Yes, Roaming Bean Coffee takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Roaming Bean Coffee have catering options?

Yes, Roaming Bean Coffee does have catering options.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Roaming Bean Coffee have bike parking?

Yes, Roaming Bean Coffee has bike parking.

Does Roaming Bean Coffee have outdoor seating?

Yes, Roaming Bean Coffee has outdoor seating options.

Does Roaming Bean Coffee have parking?

Yes, Roaming Bean Coffee has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Roaming Bean Coffee wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Roaming Bean Coffee is wheelchair accessible.

Does Roaming Bean Coffee have free WiFi?

Yes, Roaming Bean Coffee has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Roaming Bean Coffee is based at the Berkeley Waterfront, serving handcrafted espresso drinks, teas, and seasonal specials made with premium, organic ingredients. We’re all about creating thoughtful, community-focused experiences—whether it’s your morning cup with a view or a custom coffee bar at your private event. In addition to our waterfront setup, we travel across Northern California for events of all kinds—weddings, corporate gatherings, markets, and festivals. We make everything in-house, including our signature syrups (like our popular cardamom), and proudly use organic Straus milk and sustainably sourced coffee. We’re here to bring people together over quality drinks and meaningful moments—wherever the road (or shoreline) takes us.

History

Established in 2023.

Roaming Bean Coffee began in the summer of 2023 with a simple setup, a passion for great coffee, and a mission to bring people together. What started as a mobile cart at the Berkeley Waterfront quickly grew into a full-time operation serving events all across Northern California—from weddings and corporate gatherings to community festivals and markets. Built on a commitment to quality and connection, we use only organic ingredients, including Straus milk and our own house-made syrups. Our approach has always been people-first: creating memorable moments through a cup of coffee, wherever we go. Whether it’s an early morning sunrise service by the water or a high-energy pop-up at a tech company, we’re here to make every coffee moment special.

Meet the Business Owner: Jasraj S.

We started Roaming Bean Coffee with a simple goal: to serve great coffee and create genuine connections along the way. As a UC Berkeley alum and longtime coffee enthusiast, I combined my love for community, craft, and creativity to build a mobile coffee experience that's as personal as it is high-quality. Whether I'm serving at the Berkeley Waterfront or popping up at events across Northern California, I'm all about making people feel welcome--one cup at a time.

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Review Highlights - Roaming Bean Coffee

“Roaming Bean Coffee has coffee stand located inside a freight container in the Berkeley Marina for nearly 2 years.”

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I am visiting from Hawaii and decided to try this Matcha spot. First things first, parking is…read morelimited. You will be lucky if you land a parking spot, which we did. This place was obviously a popular spot because the traffic was busy and there was a line. When you get inside, it's very minimalistic. They have an ordering pad and I ended up getting the Matcha Tiramisu. The wait is about 5-7 minutes for your drink. Once I received my drink, all I could say is WOW. That drink was crazy good! It was topped with biscoff cookie which balanced out the earthy taste. Overall, I would come back here again. 5/5 recommend!

Had such high hopes, it's sooo inconsistent. Especially for almost $9 per drink for such a small…read morecup. I'm guessing 12-14 oz. We ordered two Tiramisu Matchas, one was very yummy thick and the matcha was strong. The other matcha was on the watery side and barely any cream. (We paid extra for Koku matcha, which is 50 cents more for a "stronger" matcha) We also purchased the double matcha with Koku matcha, which you'd think would be the strongest matcha flavor. Wrong! It was incredibly watered down, we also got less sweet for this drink. It tasted like syrup and oatmilk. The matcha cream is very light matcha as well. We also arrived at 4:40 and it took a while to be able to order because there was a line. Once we reached the kiosk it turned exactly 5:00 which is when they stopped serving crepes, we asked if we were able to purchase one but they said no so we were a little bummed out as well :( Customer service was not the best, they stopped calling numbers out so we were just waiting for nothing! I asked a few questions and it felt like I was a burden. The store itself is incredibly warm and tiny. Not their fault since the sun is facing the store but just another note. Verdict: Not worth the money, the drive, when Binge Coffee is around the corner and there's so many other matcha places all in the same vicinity.

Tiramisu Matcha and Coco Matcha Cloud

Custard Crème Brûlée Crepe

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Left: Matcha Pumpkin Spice Right: Matcha Tiramisu

Binge Coffee House

Family-owned & operated

Locally owned & operated

Binge is my go to matcha spot here in Berkeley. For the price, the quality, and the amount I think…read moreit's well worth it. I love it when I can actually taste the matcha and my coffee. My go-tos are the Banana matcha and Double matcha. Also highly recommend their Vietnamese egg coffee - I really love the egg cream top. The wait time also isn't too long if you preorder on Snackpass. Love binge!

Tried the ube matcha with 50% sweetness and Oatmilk. The reviews definitely support what my…read moreexperience was, which was a surprisingly great summer treat that is equally colorful as it was balanced. This afternoon pick me up was not too sweet and kept cool. We ordered through DoorDash but service was super quick and delivery to Jack London was really fast. Can't speak to the ambiance but I am willing to check it out in person because it was that good. FYI: the matcha is strong, might have you doing some exercise afterwards.

Strawberry Matcha Latte

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Ube Matcha Latte

Chicha San Chen

So cool to have this great tea spot close to campus!…read more This is a spacious, stylish, modern, and comfortable space to relax and enjoy your milk tea. Very convenient to order on one of the two self service kiosks, though a line can form at times (wish they had at least one more). There's a useful screen showing all of the orders that are ready and being worked on. There's a good amount of seating well spread out with some tables and a large communal table. Some power outlets near the wall for charging. There's a cool tea tasting and education area where they let you taste and learn about tea. They have some of the best tea of any chain, you can really taste the tea flavor. Their boba also comes warm and fresh in your cup. And how fun is their built in cup holder rope!

If you like tea this is the place to go to because they do a tea demonstration in Georgia did an…read moreamazing job with describing the taste how they smell and taste and how to make it as well. . It was very informative and takes about 15 minutes which I really love and I really enjoy and learned a lot about tea. . Also I love coming here and getting the green milk tea with Boba and it has your Taro Boba and taro paste too. You can have it less sweet or no sweet and you can have it with less ice or more ice it's all up to your choice. . This is near the university and parking is a little challenge but there's also street parking and parking garage too. Hope this review helps and thanks for reading and have a yelp-tastic day.

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Parmveer K.

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3 years ago

Another beautiful walk and another beautiful drink in the books. If you haven't already I highly recommend you swing by this friendly coffee stand at the Cesar Chavez park. read more

Jag S.

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2 years ago

My wife and I tried their cold brew at an event in El Sobrante and I gotta say it was fantastic! Looking forward to trying everything else.

Ravpuneet S.

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3 years ago

Great coffee and wonderful customer service! This place is such a hidden jewel right next to the Marina!

Mary D.

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3 years ago

Delicious coffee and wonderful service!

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I stopped by Hal's Office and had a latte that was good. The space was nice and I was looking…read moreforward to enjoying it with a croissant. The only disappointment was learning that they don't warm their pastries. When I asked if my croissant could be heated, the barista said they don't do that and suggested I dip it in my coffee to warm it up. It felt a little awkward and caught me off guard. It's not a huge issue, but a warm croissant with a coffee shop drink feels like a pretty standard expectation. Overall, the latte was good, but I left wishing the pastry experience had matched it.

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I noticed that this place started using Okapi Reusables, so I decided to check it out…read more The way the Okapi system works is that you get your drink in a reusable cup and then, when you're done, you return that cup to the same place or any place in their network. Just like a library book! I returned mine a few days later to Baker & Commons on College Ave. The Okapi program costs $10 to join, which is a little high. However, the city of Berkeley requires a $0.25 charge for single-use cups and a $0.25 discount if you use a reusable cup, so, theoretically, using a reusable Okapi cup should pay for itself after 21 drinks. The drink I ordered from Sasha Coffee was a medium Chai. They ran out of whole milk, so I opted for oat milk over almond milk. The drink tasted fine. I would've preferred more spices to give it more flavor. True to its name, it tasted like a tea, not a latte, and I generally prefer the latter. Overall, I'm excited that they're using reusable cups to help reduce waste. The Chai was a bit muted, so next time, I will try something else.

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