One of my favorite coffee shops in the IE. Recently I heard their rent dramatically increased, and without help, they're forced to close at the end of May 2026. During my recent visit, one of the baristas told me they are expected to continue opening! Yayyy! Please support them and help them remain open! The coffee is amazing, the environment is studious & welcoming, the pastries are sweet, and the staff are incredibly friendly. read more

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I was constantly driving by this coffee shop & finally had the urge to go inside. I was pleasantly surprised with the amount of space this shop has. Definitely a great place to study, meet with a group, and just hang out. The baristas were very nice providing us with honest thoughts about the different drinks we had questions on. The coffee was absolutely perfect! Both coffees were perfectly balanced with the flavors and the hidden notes in the espresso. I will be back to try more flavors but please stop by this coffee shop with a great mission & vision for the community! read more

Sanctuary Coffee - Almond joy latte w/half&half (left) crème brûlée latte w/oat milk (right) - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

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I enjoyed the space. It's clean and open. The had multiple options for seating areas, and games available. The banana bread was okay and the Spanish latte was pretty good. Service was a little brief and didn't come across as friendly as other establishments but it doesn't deter me from a future visit, for now read more

Sanctuary Coffee - Spanish Latte and slice of banana bread - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

The moment I entered, great friendly service. So many great suggestions. I went with the macadamia coconut iced latte half sweet. It was amazing!! I am definitely returning and I encourage others to stop by and check it out! The paintings are beautiful, the inside area is clean and aesthetically pleasing, with so much space and a conference room for projects and privacy. I'll definitely be back! Oh yeah, it's a non profit and they might be losing the space, so definitely come and support read more

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Love the simplicity of this place. It was quiet and a nice place to work. It's quite a large space. Food is great. read more

Sanctuary Coffee - A plate that used to have a ham and cheese croissant (devoured) and a dirty chai latte. - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

I used to go to this coffee shop when it was across the street years ago, I hadn't gone back in so long, I noticed they moved here to this location...just as big and always clean! Customer service was great. I was so sad to hear that if they don't fundraise a certain amount, they will have to shut down end of May, since the landlord increase the rent! Hopefully everyone as a community can contribute a bit to help a good cause...anyhow, I ordered a dirty chai and a cinnamon scone and my friend ordered a matcha. My dirty chai was excellent! I had never tried matcha so I can't give my opinion on that but she said she didn't really like it. Other than that it's a great place to meet up with friends and catch up! read more

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The first thing about this coffee that I love is that they are non-profit! I just love that they are contributing back to the community. I wanted to grab a quick coffee before heading home after trail run at Marshall Canyon. It is located next to Sprouts Market with plenty of parkings and small shops. The coffee shop is spacious and plenty tables and chairs to sit and enjoy. I see a lot of people bring their laptops to work. Their menu is simple, coffee, matcha, tea , also some non caffeinated drinks. I got the Coffee of the month which is the Banana cream cold brew. Oh it was yummy! The barista who took my order were very patient and friendly because I took some time to decide. Someone actually recommended the dirty chai and said it's the BEST. I might have to come back to try it next time. read more

Sanctuary Coffee - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

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Sanctuary Coffee is such a gem -- and even better, it's a non-profit café where 100% of the profits support charities and local communities. That alone makes it worth visiting, but the experience itself was just as great. I ordered one of their drinks of the month (July), the Blue Rose Sweet Tea, and it was delicious -- refreshing and not overly sweet. The staff was super friendly, and the bathroom was clean, which I always appreciate. Surprisingly, it wasn't too busy for a Saturday morning around 11am. There's plenty of seating, a calm atmosphere, and free Wi-Fi, making it a perfect spot to relax or get some work done. Amazing mission, great drinks, and a welcoming space -- I'll definitely be back! read more

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This place is cute inside but it's very pricey for what you get. I got the Spanish latte with oat milk and it was $8 and some change. It only has ONE shot of espresso which is crazy for $8. It's very milky and sweet due to having only one shot per drink. Every other coffee shop at least has 2-3 espresso shots for their lattes and charge $6-$7. read more

Sanctuary Coffee - Spanish latte - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

Sanctuary Coffee lives up to its name--it's a peaceful, welcoming space with great energy and even better drinks. I ordered the matcha latte with almond milk, and it was absolutely perfect--earthy, smooth, and not overly sweet. I really appreciate that their matcha isn't pre-sweetened like so many other coffee shops--you can actually taste the quality. Ben was amazing and took the time to share that Sanctuary is a nonprofit supporting the local community. That mission adds so much depth to the experience--you can feel the heart behind everything they do. The space is cozy and beautifully designed, with natural light, comfy seating, and an inviting, creative vibe. Whether you're working, catching up with a friend, or just need a quiet moment, it's the perfect spot. The staff is kind, the service is thoughtful, and the menu has great plant-based options. I would absolutely go out of my way to visit this place again. Sanctuary Coffee isn't just a café--it's a community haven. One of my favorite finds in Claremont. read more

Sanctuary Coffee - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

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Sanctuary Coffee truly lives up to its name. The space is open, peaceful, and full of seating--perfect for anyone needing to hunker down and get things done. Every time I come here, there is always a comfortable seat available. The latte was good--smooth and lightly roasted, with solid presentation and a warm, mellow flavor. read more

Sanctuary Coffee - vanilla latte - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

Good vibes to sit and work for the day or a couple hours. Nice service from the employees.

I visited Sanctuary pretty recently to look for a coffee shop to study at. I wanted to switch it up and visit more shops in the area since I'm in Claremont quite often now. The cafe is massive! There were a lot of tables and sound cool lounging spots. There was also a big meeting room that you would need to reserve too. Service here was nice. I just wanted an Americano and they do it pretty well. It was mild in flavor, but I do prefer it that way instead of something bold. Staff that serviced me is nice too. I'm genuinely surprised at how affordable some of the drinks are. Parking here is a breeze and they have lots of cool drink options here. I'm definitely coming back. read more

Nice service and a great atmosphere! The chocolate chip scones are absolutely delicious . It's a cozy spot with a nice vibe -- just be prepared, it can get super busy! read more

Sanctuary Coffee - They have delicious chocolate chip scones here. It's a nice vibe- gets super busy here! - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

It's important to support local businesses, especially non profits for local charities. This place is full of vibe, great customer service, lots of seating and tables and best of all, great coffee! I really enjoyed this place and I wish I either live near here or have a place like this out in Vegas. Either way, I want you to support this coffee shop and help make a difference in your community! read more

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Customer service was a little rude and did not seem very welcoming and had some kind of attitude.

It was my first time visiting Sanctuary Coffee, and honestly they are really good! The place was nice, they have also board games, but what caught my attention was having a private section for meetings! I have never seen at any coffee shop:D The service was great as well, the guys were very kind and hard workers. The coffee was very good, and the croissants, too. On my next visit to Claremont, I am definitely visiting Sanctuary Coffee again read more

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I've been coming to Sanctuary for years. It's a solid coffee shop & non-profit. Bagels, croissants yep they got 'em as well as teas & coffees. I've had the chai latte which is great along with seasonal offerings but my favorite has got to be their Mexican mocha. The staff is also friendly & able to help you out with solid recommendations. Definitely a spot I frequent again & again. read more

The service never disappoints . This is my go to coffee shop one of my personal favorites. The environment is peaceful and homey it's a great place to gather with friends and or to study (like me). They have many great tea, coffee options and even matcha! Many yummy pastries aswell. Come support a small business that gives back to the community! :))) read more

Sanctuary Coffee - Jalapeño cheese bagel with lavender matcha at 7am :))) - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

Cute coffee shop with a ton of seating. Perfect place to get some work done. The coffee is great, nice and strong. The customer service was good. The croissant was ok, not very soft. read more

Sanctuary Coffee - Latte & plain croissant - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

I love the vibe of this place and love to support our small coffee businesses however they can significantly improve the dirty chai. My iced dirty chai was 2/10, the barista made it so rushed when there was no line behind me, and it tasted really bad, bitter, and way too milky hiding the espresso notes. The milk wasn't event mixed in well, and I had to put Starbucks creamer in it when I got home for it to taste decent. At $6.50 plus tip I really wanted a redo on my drink but I had to rush off to work read more

Sanctuary Coffee - Not good - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

I absolutely love this shop, what they stand for and the quality coffee. Since my mornings are very fast paced and I want to make sure I grab a coffee from sanctuary before I go into work, I always try calling their number first thing in the morning but their number never works. When I come in and ask if their phones are down, depending on who is working, I'll get different answers but it never fails when I ask "so if ordering ahead of time possible?" they reply with "you can always call ahead" I find that frustrating. I also notice that the customer service is much better when the girl barista is behind the counter-- I don't recall her name but ever time I come and I see her she takes care of my usual order and I feel really good vibes from the store in general. Many of the workers though don't look very happy to there, and don't have the best attitude. read more

Found Sanctuary when I was looking for a local coffee shop with good reviews. Sanctuary is down the street from my parent so off I went. The inside is cozy and clean, staff is friendly, they have a decent sized menu with coffee and tea drinks (which I plan on trying next visit) and their pastries look delicious! I decided on the crème brûlée latte (less sweet) and was not disappointed. I think this will be my go-to when I'm in town. There's a lot of seating, they have board games, even a conference room for meetings. I'll definitely be back soon! read more

My one gripe with this coffee shop is the hours! I wish they were open longer! The creme brûlée latte is super good, amazing if you have a sweet tooth like me. The banana bread is delicious and I can't help but get a slice every time I'm there. Free wifi, bathrooms are available, and there is plenty of seating. Its a very popular study/meet spot read more

Ambience, Service, Matcha, DELICIOUS. They are also a nonprofit that supports other nonprofits, I've worked in the nonprofit sector for over 5 years and to know they are doing such lovely work is an added bonus in my book. Their cafe is beautiful, high ceilings and very unique seating set ups as well. I got the Lavender Matcha and it did not disappoint! The perfect drink to help us get energized and tackle the Claremont Loop. Will definitely be coming back here when I visit Claremont. read more

Service: 2/5 The guy that took our order was openly scrolling on instagram while we were deciding what we wanted. There wasn't a huge effort of hospitality. Drinks: 3/5 Espresso had good flavor with bright and fruity notes. The vanilla latte was very milky and not my favorite. I ordered the green pear iced tea and I don't think they steeped it for long enough because it was extremely watered down when I got it. Atmosphere: 3/5 Lots of seating which was nice for working. Music was pretty loud and not very conducive for studying. I would bring headphones. Mission: 4/5 I like that this place is a non-profit and they seem to have good values. I would love to see more efforts in hospitality in their employees. read more

Sanctuary Coffee - vibes - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

Good service, excellent coffee. They are in some financial difficulty because landlord raised the rent, and they donate profits to charity (I've checked this out with a guy who is knowledgeable and they actually do this). They are worth supporting for this reason also. When I was there on March 3 they didn't have decaf coffee, so if this is a dealbreaker for you, you should ask before coming. But, as other reviewers have noted, the place is welcoming, they have a variety of snacks and drinks, and they're an asset to the Pomona Valley. read more

This is one my favorite spaces to come and study. They have lots of extension chords. My go to drink are the green pomegranate tea And their cold brew! They have great bagels too. Help support their business! read more

7/7/24 I Lve the vibe here!! Just shopped at Sprouts a few doors down & decided to stop by & check out Sanctuary coffee shop. Ive read a few great reviews from fellow Yelp Elite friends and find it very interesting, now I see why. It's definitely a wonderful & fabulous spot to have your caffeine fix, work or just chill. They even offer a boat load of board games (1980's nostalgia for sure); Monopoly, Scrabble, Battleship, Sorry, Balderdash, Clue, Yahtzee, etc. It's fairly quiet & the atmosphere is very comfortable. There's a fairly large conference room that is sealed off & you need to reserve in advance to utilize. I think it can seat about 10-12 people. When you enter the coffee shop, it goes pretty deep, about a dozen or so tables & chairs, plus a few sofas/couches. It's well thought out. Our lattes were made in a timely manner snd the staff are attentive & friendly. Hubby & I were thanked as we left. The 2 lattes were a bit pricey, close to $14, added oat milk was $1.30 each). It's a great spot to hang out. read more

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I stopped in here quickly to order some caffeine before a long day-- I didn't even order any caffeine as they had some interesting flavors for their teas and I was intrigued. I ended up getting the Apricot Escape and an everything bagel. Both were delicious. The Apricot tea was refreshing and delicious, exactly what I needed before a long day of work. The guy who helped me was very nice as well. This place was very clean, put together and had a fun little twist with having board games around. read more

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Nice vibe and excellent tea. Would be a great place to hang out, but they close and kick everyone out at 4:30 p.m. every day -- despite advertising online and on their social media that they are open until 5 p.m. The first time I was there and they made several announcements starting at 4 p.m. that they would close at 4:30, I thought it was a one-time thing. But when I was there again more recently, and they did the same reminders/announcements starting at 4 p.m., I asked if they were going to go back to staying open until 5 p.m. in future, and the response was that they *take online orders unitl 5 p.m. -- but the cafe part of the cafe closes at 4:30. * I suggest they correct the information online to reflect the reality, or just stay open until 5 as advertised. ---- ** I appreciate the prompt reply, and I suggest you let your baristas (who cleared everyone by 4:30) know that you are open until 5. read more

Peaceful environment. Great staff. Quality Coffee. If you're looking for a place to study without the typical "noisy" music blaring, Sanctuary is a great option! read more

Sanctuary Coffee - signature latte - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

Sanctuary coffee is a great place for dates, conversations, meeting with friends, studying or working. They have home sofa & chairs for conversations, work stations for time alone to get assignments completed and a shelf of games to play with your company. Staff is inviting and soft indie music playing, makes for a chill atmosphere. My coconut latte , had a good sweetness to it and full of coconut flavor. read more

Sanctuary Coffee - Coconut almond latte - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

Pssst...they have stellar top shelf artisan blend iced teas. Sanctuary coffee, perched in Claremont, is a non profit coffee shop. According to them, they give about ten pounds of food for every one pound of coffee they sell, to donate to local food charities. They have some of my favorite artisan tea blends. I get excited when I visit and I always seem to order one of their top shelf iced teas--a whimsical experience. I enjoyed the apricot escape my last visit as it was quite lovely. I'm happy to report that the teas here just hit different. They offer a plethora of different coffees from classic to speciality. They have a small tray of baked goods and tend to have a few vegan options. The coffee shop has a unique design and lounging options inside/outside. Friendly vibes and a clean safe space. Let's help them continue to impact the local community with all of our purchases. It's a win-win. I think of tea as an invitation to life and always a good idea. Have you had your coffee today? Or tea? Thy presence is requested. We only part to meet again! Thank you for making the world a little more wonderful. "Everyday can be a better day despite the challenge, all you have to do is leave it better then you found it." read more

Sanctuary Coffee - Low battery me need more tea--Jasmine Blueberry tea and Blueberry bread (vegan). - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

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Sanctuary Coffee is a cafe located near the Sprouts and other wellness organizations in Claremont. There's plenty of free parking in the lot in the complex. There's outdoor seating in front and a little patio in the back and indoor seating near windows, indoor seating more conducive for meetings/concentration, indoor seating more casual for hanging out with a friend (or friends), and a big conference room available for reservation. This place good for co-working with a few people, meeting up with friends, or just getting things done on your own. The ambiance can be described both as cozy and good for casual instagram pictures. Also, the service was pretty quick and the staff was nice. The barista made good recommendations based on my taste preferences, and my drink came out fast. There's plenty of options, and you can order for here or to go coffee or matcha as well as pastries. My creme brulee latte was $6.47 with tax and a good size. The flavor was the perfect amount of sweet, had a good ratio of coffee to milk, and the roast wasn't too bitter. They just don't have straws, so be cognizant when ordering. I'm definitely coming back here when I need to get a coffee to lock in! read more

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Sanctuary coffee is a non-profit coffee shop. It is located in the shopping center where Sprouts Farmer Market is located. There are abundance of parking spots. The coffee shop is very spacious with comfortable seating either outside or inside. It has this welcoming and inviting vibes. The menu includes coffee classics, Specialty coffee and drinks, organic tea,pastries, scones, pies and cookies. The employees are very nice and friendly. Their mission is to advocate for social justice in three areas: (Posted in the shop & their website): 1- They pay the coffee farmer an ethical wage to improve the global market and fight human trafficking. 2- Ten pounds of food are donated to local food pantries for every pound of coffee. 3- All of their profits are given to charities in Claremont and surrounding communities. I ordered Caramel Turtle Latte and my friend got crème brûlée. We had also mini cherry pie and chocolate croissant. The drinks were very refreshing and silky. The chocolate croissant was very flaky and delicious. The mini Cherry pie had  the perfect crust and the cherry was fresh and decadent. This is the best mini cherry pie I have ever tried. Before I left, I bought three different flavors of mini pies. They had; cherry, blueberry and apple to enjoy them at home. I am glad I did! The three flavors are very indulgent with perfect crust and filling. Although I am usually not a fan of cherry pie, but Sanctuary proved me wrong and cherry pie became my favorite! Thanks to Sanctuary Coffee Shop. This is what I look for in a coffee Shop; great service, great drinks and food, in addition to their mission for the community which I strongly respect and agree with. read more

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lots of seating, solid coffee and pastries, and really nice staff. its a great place to study but go early cuz it was packed on a weekend afternoon read more

Me and my cat love the high overlook area the most... It has distance away from the coffee bar and set high to overlook the whole shop, cat friendly area, highly recommended read more

Sanctuary Coffee - High level view rest area - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Claremont, California

This is one of the coolest coffee shops I've come across. I love bringing my kids in here to play board games that they have on the shelves. The staff is really nice and the ambiance is great. read more

Stopped by on Saturday, 04/06/24 for the first time. I wanted to get the Matcha Latte but unfortunately they ran out for the day :(. I ended up purchasing their highly-popular, hot Creme Brule Latte ($5.65) with oatmilk ($7.13 total). I was surprised that this place is massively huge! I saw a conference room where you can chat away or have meetings. There are several seatings outside of the conference room as well and saw people studying (perhaps Claremont College students). You can also play board games inside (similar concept as a typical boba shop). I would totally come back here to hopefully try out their matcha latte and other drinks. Located next to Sprouts and tons and tons of parking. This place is a hidden gem! UPDATE: To Steve the business owner's reply: I would like to try the matcha latte and wish this option was in stock that day (yesterday). Was looking forward to treating myself. read more

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