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I love this coffee shop. The location is great. The staff is amazing and friendly. The coffee and avocado toast taste so so good!!!!
I finally made it on a early morning to rock at society. I went in for the house made pop-tart and renown drummer signature drink, "the Mike Johnston Matcha". Unfortunately the pop-tarts were sold out and I ended up just getting an oat matcha but still had a cozy time on a cold rainy day in April. Service was rad, the new gal on cash was slaying. Barista was friendly and being an owner of a rocket espresso machine, their large rocket machine is pretty sweet too! The vibes here are so good, a legit hidden gem if you will and I hope you visit!
Visited Sociology Coffee Bar in Folsom last Sunday after church around 10:15 AM, and overall it was an enjoyable experience. It's a cute little coffee spot with a fun vibe and great music (Drake was playing!), although seating inside is very limited. There are a few outdoor seats as well. I ordered the Chef's Bowl, and because I love rice, they were kind enough to add an extra scoop of rice along with the potatoes, which I really appreciated. I had asked for the bacon to be removed, but unfortunately it was still included, and there was a lot of it in the bowl. I spent most of the meal picking it out, which definitely took away from the experience a bit, but the dish itself was still delicious. I also noticed the presentation was different from what I expected. My graham vanilla bourbon latte was missing the cookie, and the drink came in a plastic cup instead of the tall glass I'd had on previous visits. My food also came in a little to-go carton instead of plated presentation. Has the place moved away from using plates and glassware? If so, what a pity, presentation really does make a difference, especially for such a cute café atmosphere. One thing I found interesting is that despite being only a few feet away from Karen's Bakery, Sociology still had a steady line of people waiting for coffee and food, which says a lot about how popular it is. I'd definitely like to try it again on a weekday and hope my latte will be in a glassware and my Chef's bowl does not have bacon!
Ambiance: Not the best experience on a Sunday. The space felt small and the lines were long, which made it pretty crowded. Service: The staff was great--very friendly and helpful. Coffee: Excellent quality, though a bit on the expensive side. Food: My daughter said the breakfast tacos were excellent. I had the bowl, which was good but quite spicy. The portion felt a little small for the price.
Cute coffee shop with plenty of options to choose from. Their coffee was delicious and on the stronger side. Also tried their matcha, which personally I wanted more of the matcha taste. Plenty of seating options. Easy to find. Staff was very friendly.
First of all: they don't have a phone!!!!! And I confirmed that when I got there! I wanted to call in an order because I wanted to have it done by a certain time - which you can't do it on their online platform. Getting there I was helped by this girl who clearly didn't want to be there. She was coughing and coughing behind the counter. Super gross and unsanitary. The barista guy was nice and I left a tip because of him mostly. Cute place - I ordered 13 coffees and it took forever to be done. I really wanted to like this place. But I can't back it up. The tesora coffee I ordered was good. Expensive place too. I will not return. But the vibe is cool - it's very San Francisco kind of coffee shop vibe.
Food & Drinks: I ordered the Iced Teddy Graham, which features bourbon vanilla, espresso with iced coffee, chocolate bitters, and oat milk. The drink leaned much more on the bitter side than I expected. I also tried the Avocad-OMG toast. It was a very small and simple slice of toast topped with avocado--no egg or additional toppings. For $13.50, it felt pretty underwhelming in size and presentation. Location & Parking: Parking and locating the shop were both a bit tricky. The front side of the building doesn't have street parking directly in front--only across a busy street. The back side of the building sits on a lower level, so you have to go up to the 3rd level using stairs or an elevator to reach the café. My GPS initially brought me to the backside near other businesses, and there were no signs or directions pointing to the coffee shop, which made it confusing to find. Ambiance: Inside, the shop has an intimate and cozy feel. A few groups were dining in and chatting, giving it a relaxed vibe for a weekday morning. Service: The cashier/barista was very friendly and took my order right away. My drink and food were prepared quickly, which I appreciated since I was on a schedule. Overall: I was in the area for an appointment and decided to try something new. While the service was great, the drink and food didn't quite hit the mark for me, and the parking/location challenges were a downside. I probably wouldn't go out of my way to return, but it was an interesting spot to try once.
Sociology is one of a few specialty coffee shops in downtown Folsom and is located by the Lake Natoma Inn. I've enjoyed their specialty espresso drinks, but their service has been inconsistent. My last trip I walked over from the farmers market and while I was waiting for my drink I sat down at one of the tables and took a bite from something and was told I couldn't sit there or take a bite from my food while I waited for my drink.
This spot is FIRE! 5 stars! Service is awesome food is great! this place is a vibe! The iced vanilla oatmilk latte is my go 2 and it never disappoints!
Shop ? On point and cute. Food? Freaking awesome! Hit the spot and tacos are a must if you come here. Drinks ? Duh they were perfect after coming off the lake from SUP. In all this place is a must if you're in the area.. the staff is inviting and personable.
SERVICE: counter style, kind of clunky when busy due to no pager system to alert you when your order is ready so you either need to cluster up in limited available inside space or constantly pop inside from the patio to check on your order. Not a big deal, but meh. AMBIANCE: small inside, lovely patio FLAVORS: Matcha (3/5) Teddy graham (4/5) Carnitas taco (2/5) - beautiful, but dry and not that flavorful. PORTIONS: reasonable PRICE: pricey, but location and open hours make it worth it
The directions to this coffee shop using Waze took us to a lower level parking lot. Sociology is street level so wet has to go up a couple flights of stairs. Consider parking on the street to avoid the stairs. Cute spot. Make sure to ask questions about the menu - they have a cortado but it's not called that. Good luck and enjoy!
We were looking for a cafe that has a few different coffees and tea drinks. This spot did not disappoint. Such a nice location, ample seating inside and out. We tried the breakfast tacos along with a chocolate chip muffin. We loved the chat on the tortilla, totally added that extra something to the breakfast tacos. Great spot to stop by, when your taking a walk through old Folsom
24 days ago
cute small cafe and coffee shop tucked away in the corner plaza! got the vanilla latte and it was very good! a little on the sweeter side than i'd like it but still a noticeably great, simple latte. really enjoyed it. there some seating inside and a few patio seats. would return for the coffee! read more
Came here for brunch with the girls, and I want to say that the Matchita Riddim is SO good! It's not your typical matcha latte; no, it's a yummy tropical dessert that tastes like maraschino cherries. The breakfast panito is also delicious and filling; the chipotle sauce that comes with it takes it to the next level. Everything was so deliciously flavorful. It's not very easy to find seating even though they have indoor and outdoor seating. They had a huge line outside the door at 10am but by 11am on a Saturday, it slowed down enough to be pleasant. read more
3 months ago
11 days ago
I love this coffee shop. The location is great. The staff is amazing and friendly. The coffee and avocado toast taste so so good!!!! read more
I finally made it on a early morning to rock at society. I went in for the house made pop-tart and renown drummer signature drink, "the Mike Johnston Matcha". Unfortunately the pop-tarts were sold out and I ended up just getting an oat matcha but still had a cozy time on a cold rainy day in April. Service was rad, the new gal on cash was slaying. Barista was friendly and being an owner of a rocket espresso machine, their large rocket machine is pretty sweet too! The vibes here are so good, a legit hidden gem if you will and I hope you visit! read more
5 months ago
Visited Sociology Coffee Bar in Folsom last Sunday after church around 10:15 AM, and overall it was an enjoyable experience. It's a cute little coffee spot with a fun vibe and great music (Drake was playing!), although seating inside is very limited. There are a few outdoor seats as well. I ordered the Chef's Bowl, and because I love rice, they were kind enough to add an extra scoop of rice along with the potatoes, which I really appreciated. I had asked for the bacon to be removed, but unfortunately it was still included, and there was a lot of it in the bowl. I spent most of the meal picking it out, which definitely took away from the experience a bit, but the dish itself was still delicious. I also noticed the presentation was different from what I expected. My graham vanilla bourbon latte was missing the cookie, and the drink came in a plastic cup instead of the tall glass I'd had on previous visits. My food also came in a little to-go carton instead of plated presentation. Has the place moved away from using plates and glassware? If so, what a pity, presentation really does make a difference, especially for such a cute café atmosphere. One thing I found interesting is that despite being only a few feet away from Karen's Bakery, Sociology still had a steady line of people waiting for coffee and food, which says a lot about how popular it is. I'd definitely like to try it again on a weekday and hope my latte will be in a glassware and my Chef's bowl does not have bacon! read more
7 months ago
Ambiance: Not the best experience on a Sunday. The space felt small and the lines were long, which made it pretty crowded. Service: The staff was great--very friendly and helpful. Coffee: Excellent quality, though a bit on the expensive side. Food: My daughter said the breakfast tacos were excellent. I had the bowl, which was good but quite spicy. The portion felt a little small for the price. read more
8 months ago
Cute coffee shop with plenty of options to choose from. Their coffee was delicious and on the stronger side. Also tried their matcha, which personally I wanted more of the matcha taste. Plenty of seating options. Easy to find. Staff was very friendly. read more
2 months ago
10 months ago
First of all: they don't have a phone!!!!! And I confirmed that when I got there! I wanted to call in an order because I wanted to have it done by a certain time - which you can't do it on their online platform. Getting there I was helped by this girl who clearly didn't want to be there. She was coughing and coughing behind the counter. Super gross and unsanitary. The barista guy was nice and I left a tip because of him mostly. Cute place - I ordered 13 coffees and it took forever to be done. I really wanted to like this place. But I can't back it up. The tesora coffee I ordered was good. Expensive place too. I will not return. But the vibe is cool - it's very San Francisco kind of coffee shop vibe. read more
7 days ago
Food & Drinks: I ordered the Iced Teddy Graham, which features bourbon vanilla, espresso with iced coffee, chocolate bitters, and oat milk. The drink leaned much more on the bitter side than I expected. I also tried the Avocad-OMG toast. It was a very small and simple slice of toast topped with avocado--no egg or additional toppings. For $13.50, it felt pretty underwhelming in size and presentation. Location & Parking: Parking and locating the shop were both a bit tricky. The front side of the building doesn't have street parking directly in front--only across a busy street. The back side of the building sits on a lower level, so you have to go up to the 3rd level using stairs or an elevator to reach the café. My GPS initially brought me to the backside near other businesses, and there were no signs or directions pointing to the coffee shop, which made it confusing to find. Ambiance: Inside, the shop has an intimate and cozy feel. A few groups were dining in and chatting, giving it a relaxed vibe for a weekday morning. Service: The cashier/barista was very friendly and took my order right away. My drink and food were prepared quickly, which I appreciated since I was on a schedule. Overall: I was in the area for an appointment and decided to try something new. While the service was great, the drink and food didn't quite hit the mark for me, and the parking/location challenges were a downside. I probably wouldn't go out of my way to return, but it was an interesting spot to try once. read more
1 month ago
Sociology is one of a few specialty coffee shops in downtown Folsom and is located by the Lake Natoma Inn. I've enjoyed their specialty espresso drinks, but their service has been inconsistent. My last trip I walked over from the farmers market and while I was waiting for my drink I sat down at one of the tables and took a bite from something and was told I couldn't sit there or take a bite from my food while I waited for my drink. read more
2 months ago
This spot is FIRE! 5 stars! Service is awesome food is great! this place is a vibe! The iced vanilla oatmilk latte is my go 2 and it never disappoints! read more
Shop ? On point and cute. Food? Freaking awesome! Hit the spot and tacos are a must if you come here. Drinks ? Duh they were perfect after coming off the lake from SUP. In all this place is a must if you're in the area.. the staff is inviting and personable. read more
SERVICE: counter style, kind of clunky when busy due to no pager system to alert you when your order is ready so you either need to cluster up in limited available inside space or constantly pop inside from the patio to check on your order. Not a big deal, but meh. AMBIANCE: small inside, lovely patio FLAVORS: Matcha (3/5) Teddy graham (4/5) Carnitas taco (2/5) - beautiful, but dry and not that flavorful. PORTIONS: reasonable PRICE: pricey, but location and open hours make it worth it read more
The directions to this coffee shop using Waze took us to a lower level parking lot. Sociology is street level so wet has to go up a couple flights of stairs. Consider parking on the street to avoid the stairs. Cute spot. Make sure to ask questions about the menu - they have a cortado but it's not called that. Good luck and enjoy! read more
1 year ago
We were looking for a cafe that has a few different coffees and tea drinks. This spot did not disappoint. Such a nice location, ample seating inside and out. We tried the breakfast tacos along with a chocolate chip muffin. We loved the chat on the tortilla, totally added that extra something to the breakfast tacos. Great spot to stop by, when your taking a walk through old Folsom read more
Such a cute and trendy little coffee spot near downtown Folsom! I popped in on a Sunday afternoon after paddle boarding at Black Miners Bar and grabbed the Teddy Graham latte and the Kokonut Karma. Since I signed up for their mailing list, I got a BOGO coupon, but the Kokonut Karma still ran me about $12. The Teddy Graham was solid--sweet and cozy but nothing too crazy, probably a 6/10. The Kokonut Karma, though, totally caught me off guard. It barely tasted like coffee and was super tropical with the pineapple, coconut cream, and lime. Honestly, I wasn't sure if I was drinking coffee or tea, but it was still really yummy and refreshing. Just a heads up, the summer specials are a little pricey. The staff was nice, though a bit distracted chatting with other guests. The vibe here is super chill and relaxed--I can definitely see this place being packed with students or people coworking. I'd for sure come back to try their food and other drinks next time I'm in the area. read more
8 months ago
I've had this place bookmarked on my Yelp for awhile. I took advantage of being in the area for the Folsom Farmers Market to check this place out. I was pleasantly surprised to see the menu offering alcoholic beverages. Because it was early in the morning and I didn't want anything like that, I opted for a matcha with oat milk. This tasted great! If I didn't eat already, I would have ordered something. The people who placed a food order and drink order got a breakfast burrito and after looking at it, I am envious that I didn't get one. That's okay, it is my excuse to go next time. I will be back to try other drinks and bites. I definitely recommend this place for dining in because its cute inside and there's also some outdoor seating. read more
4 months ago
1 month ago
Delicious choices and love the interior! The piggy toast and teddy graham drink were amazing read more
2 months ago
Coffee was pretty good i had the Tesora i will try a different coffee without oatmilk next time because i feel it did over power the latte a bit. The hibiscus tea was amazing as well as the muffins we tried were fresh! read more
4 months ago
I wasn't really a fan of this place. I ended up ordering a burrito for 18 dollars and a flavorless lemonade that was extremely disappointing. I ended up spending close to 30 dollars for nothing. Food was very flavorless, which is why I needed a sauce. The service was very slow and it was crowded when I came in, don't think the ac was working either. I would suggest saving your money and going somewhere actually worth the price. For the money I spent I could've gotten a really good meal instead of a unflavored meal. read more
2 months ago
Was good before but recently feel like quality has gone down. Basically paying for a cup of milk. You can compare what they post on Instagram and what you actually get read more
5 months ago
2 months ago
I got a matcha for $10.25 and was expecting a high quality matcha for that price. It looks like there was not a lot of matcha powder used in this drink. It tastes like vanilla milk. I was very disappointed. The interior is very cute, though. read more
1 year ago
Such a cute cafe to stop in at, plenty of outdoor seating and a decent amount of indoor seating for a small cafe. They have many unique coffee options and breakfast food options. I enjoyed my breakfast tacos the most! read more
3 months ago
this is one of my favorite breakfast/brunch/ coffee shops in the entire county ! the bread is baked in house and topped with a squeeze of lime, so delicious ! read more
3 months ago
I have been wanting to try this place since it came up on my instagram, let me just say the food you see on instagram vs what they serve is not the same at all. We stood in line there was a blonde girl really young who was taking orders no hello not a I will be right with you her and some girl with black hair and short bangs were busy talking to each other about their breaks with no acknowledgment we were there right in front of them at the counter. After the girls were done talking one chose their own food and walked away. The black haired girl finally took our order, keep in mind the other girl had tried taking our order of course after she got done talking and basically picking out her pastry and the black haired girl said no she would take our order which she still took her time in doing. I asked if they had sugar free options she said no they make everything at home so not an option ok. We placed an order for a Bourbon Vanilla iced Latte and a plain Iced coffee. The panic that went through me when I saw this girl pull out a thermos and pour my husband's iced coffee into his cup was unreal. My drink came out and it was nothing special tasted more like cinnamon than vanilla. Their Burrito was decent but not something to be extremely thrilled over. I asked if they sold their Cypher sauce because on their instagram they said come try it out and placed in what looked like glass bottles. When I asked if they sold it they said it was misinformation from social media and that they don't sale it, ok but it was their own social media post. If you are looking for overpriced coffee with very minimal flavor I guess this would be the place to go. Oh I also got stuff stuck to the bottom of my shoe while being there because the place wasn't swept properly. read more
7 months ago
I ordered a carmel latte on a hot day and didn't realize I needed to ask for it iced if I wanted ice it completely slipped my mind. so when I got my drink it was hot I apologized and said I forgot to ask for it iced if they would re make it. I get it this was my fault, but I did pre tip on my card and it was just such an uncomfortable interaction because the barista just kinda acted like, well that's what you ordered. Again I can take accountability and I apologized but seriously I forgot, I tipped you on an already $8 drink that probably costs you $2 to remake on a drink I theoretically don't want. It left just such a terrible impression for a place that genuinely has good coffee. read more
4 months ago
Such a fun vibe here! Located at the corner end of a 3 story shopping lot, this spot was hard to find depending on which way you take. I was recommended this spot by another business when I mentioned I was craving coffee. I love how detailed the menu is and how customizable everything is. I ended up ordering the iced Tesora. It had cinnamon, honey, and vanilla. I was obsessed. It wasn't too strong but also wasn't too sweet. I also got their chicken pesto panito (like a panini and burrito). The pesto was super flavorful, and it came with a tangy sauce which I loved. There's a good amount of seating with some outdoor seating as well. Also great music! Definitely an upbeat trendy vibe. read more
2 years ago
Stopped by for the first time after going to the Folsom farmers market. We got ice Matcha lattes with their homemade syrup. These were absolutely fantastic. I've tried a lot of Matcha in the area and this stands to be in our top five. There were lots of people in the coffee shop having breakfast or working. I think this would be a great place if you wanted to get out of the house while working from home. It's a cozy café that probably comfortably fits about 20 people. Would definitely recommend to anyone in the Folsom area. read more
4 months ago
5 months ago
So happy I found this place! Yummy drinks and delicious food items. I had to be in town for work and stopped here for coffee, breakfast and lunch both days! Their matcha is of quality and I can't wait to be back for their breakfast items! They have a delicious sourdough for their avo toast and turkey sandwich, which I dream about often. Also looks like a great place to get some work done as there is seating inside and outside. Staff were great and helped with recommendations too. read more
2 years ago
Cool spot in old town Folsom it's pretty busy but they have indoor and outdoor seating. We tried the iced Tesoro, Loco Moco burrito and a Chef's bowl. The food was surprisingly fresh and tasty and the Tesoro is refreshing. There were several other interesting things on their menu to try so we are looking forward to another visit. read more
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705 Gold Lake Dr
Ste 390
Folsom, CA 95630
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