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Sociology Coffee Bar-Placerville

4.5 (34 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Dogs allowed

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Amanda N.

Stopped by on my way to Lake Tahoe and was pleasantly surprised to find a cool, innovated coffee shop right off the highway. I ordered the latte with bourbon vanilla after a recommendation from the barista and really enjoyed it. It wasn't too sweet and the coffee was strong enough to get me through the rest of the day. Parking was easy as well. Cafe is worth visiting if you're in the area!

Daniel C.

The perfect place for a hangout or to study! They have unique flavors and options for coffees. And the staff is very friendly and helpful!

Pop tart
Katie C.

Darling little coffee shop off the main street in Placerville! Grab a coffee and walk around! We grabbed a couple different coffees and a cute pop tart pastry. The whole menu looked fabulous and we want to come back and try some other items off the menu. The person working the counter was super helpful with recommendations!

katrina a.

Such great service! Everyone is so friendly! No outdoor seating though so you can't bring your pets but lots of indoor seating. They have a unique interesting menu that creates amazing flavors blended with coffee. Ambiance is so sweet and lots of seating to hang out. Loved it!

Coffee roaster!
Valerie A.

Really cute coffee shop in downtown Placerville, that even has a parking lot right next door. It's very welcoming with lots of space - the building seems to go on and on. Server was really friendly and made me a great Americano. I had the bowl and my husband had the burrito. I really loved my bowl and especially the spicy sauce. Coffee is great - roasted on site! A little spendy but I thought it was worth it. Nice vibes and great food.

Ashley V.

Ugh, wish this place existed by me! You can tell they are focused on providing the best quality. We ordered a matcha latte with manhattan spice, teddy graham, and pop tart. The matcha latte tasted like matcha with Cinnamon Toast Crunch milk, a real winner. Pop tart was beautiful and perfectly flaky w/the sweet strawberry filling. My partner enjoyed his coffee. Service was friendly and they take their time crafting your drink. The inside is cute, no patio seating. We ran into a coffee show owner from our area here, so random but he also knows good coffee/matcha!

Tesora
Sandra N.

Sociology has opened their second location in Placerville so we knew we had to try it before driving to Tahoe for the weekend. Ordering online is super easy and comes with descriptions. The parking lot right next door is a bit rocky but there is some street parking available as well. There is a outdoor patio in the back but it seems like its not maintained well and quite dirty. We opted to just eat in the car. They could definitely improve the outdoor area. Breakfast burrito - Just okay in my opinion. The main ingredients are egg & bacon so the only flavor profile that stands out is the salt from the bacon. Textures and flavorwise is pretty bland and boring. They could definitely improve this by adding tater tots, a creamy sauce, or some salsa. Tesora- if you like your coffee sweet, order this! The coffee is well balanced, sweet and has a cozy cinnamon finish. Final thoughts: would definitely come back for the coffee but skip the breakfast burrito next time.

Madison M.

I stopped by here for breakfast and coffee and this place was such a vibe! Service was great, food was hot and fresh, and coffee was delicious. Definitely a new favorite pit stop in Placerville!

Teddy Graham
NetMVP M.

The chef's bowl is delicious. Exactly what you need on a cold morning. Hearty, smoky, indulgent without making you feel heavy afterward. Perfectly fried egg. Crispy bacon. Nice touch of freshness with the micro greens. Although I personally loved the chipotle sauce, if you're not used to heat, then I'd recommend you request light sauce and maybe add avocado and tomato. But if you're like me and like chipotle, the sauce is something you can see yourself putting on everything. The Teddy Graham can also cool down the palate. I'm not one for iced coffee but I saw bourbon and you know ... sold. But really, it was well balanced and flavorful while still being able to taste coffee. The service was fast too. I'd go back to try all the other coffees and food. They all looked really good.

Wanda G.

Oh yeah! We are fans of the Sociology in Folsom, but first time coming to the one in Placerville! Loved it! This space is HUGE! So many places to sit, which is great. I hate a super crowded coffee shop.... They also have a patio to sit outside when it's nice. We got coffees and fresh made pastries. Hubs ordered the breakfast burrito and said it was the best one he's ever had! (That's saying a lot for him)! The coffee is delicious and strong. Just the way we like it. Parking on the street or in the lot right next door!! COFFEEEEE!!

Brand new coffee house on Main Street
Al S.

This eatery is a spin off from the Sociology in Folsom. Our Associate who served us was Camille and she was delightful serving us with energy and a smile. Both my bride and I had the turkey sandwich on sourdough and it was incredible! It comes with chips and I had the tropical ice tea which was amazing! Really like the minimalist approach to the furniture and decorations that is attracting a younger college crowd. They will be opening an event meeting room in November! I am coming back and this shop is a wonderful addition to Placerville. By the way ... Al of the baked goods are made from scratch! I know it's game on!

getting our caffeine fix
Kayla E.

love that sociology is in placerville now! this feels like a much bigger space than the folsom location -- but it still brings the same charm and vibe as the OG! let's jump right in: SERVICE Camille and Tyler served us today, and really made our first visit to this location great. Tyler instantly greeted us when we walked in. Camille made our drinks and was so kind. great service from both of them in true sociology fashion! DRINKS the cold brew old fashioned was phenomenal! excellent flavor and not too sweet. the kiddos got the iced chai and said it was a 10/10 (& they're little chai connoisseurs)! PARKING lots of parking in the adjacent lots as well as street parking! VIBES always immaculate vibes at sociology. from the decor to the staff, sociology has a consistently chill vibe that just exudes happiness. looking forward to coming back to try more drink options and the food! well done on the second location sociology!

Matcha latte and coffee beans
Led Led Y.

Cute place for good coffee and quick bite! Friendly baristas! Favorite from this is matcha latte and tesora latte

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Best in the area. Staff and customer service was impressive. I really enjoyed the coffee selection.

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Food is way overpriced. $15 for a turkey sandwich made from lunch meat and cheese. The bread was good.

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Great location and it's cute inside BUT POOR customer service OVER priced drinks and stale pastries!

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Fantastic espresso drinks. Delicious breakfast burritos. Friendly people. We stopped here every morning we were in town while on vacation.

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great addition to Placerville! The coffee is roasted in house and is very good. 5/5 easy

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Latte was good and the avocado toast was really great! Simple, but balanced, and really tasty! The best one I've had in a while.

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Sweetie Pie's was a great find during our visit to Placerville. We were looking for a breakfast…read morespot to kick off the day, and it definitely didn't disappoint. The place has a unique, homey charm that makes you feel comfortable right away. We did have to wait a bit on a Sunday morning. A nice touch is that coffee is self-serve inside, which adds to the relaxed atmosphere. Wanting to try something different, I ordered the Chile Relleno Casserole. I'd never had anything like it for breakfast. It had a light, fluffy egg-based texture with chiles throughout, making for a really interesting and tasty dish. Overall, it was a great way to start our Placerville adventure, and I'd happily stop by again.

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4.6(157 reviews)
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4.1(622 reviews)
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4.6(443 reviews)
0.2 mi
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Not too far from Apple Hill, we LOVED our first time visit here! Chef John bought the Old Town…read moreGrill 25 years ago, but has been a Chef for over 50 YEARS!!! WOW! NEVER have I met a more ENTHUSIASTIC Chef, that radiates JOY in what he is doing! :) He made my burger JUST the way I wanted it (delicious too) and my husband RAVED about his flavorful stuffed lamb burger! Our sides were grilled vegetables, fries and the sweet potato dollops. YUM-YUM! It's located in Old Town P-ville, in an 'Old West' turn-of-the-century building, so expect a quirky interior. To me it's part of the charm! And the mascot of the place is a 35 year-old parrot named Sierra, who will squawk a welcome to you! This place is worth a visit!

Great spot to eat when coming back down the hill from Apple Hill. Had a great experience at Old…read moreTown Grill! The staff were incredibly nice, friendly, and welcoming, which made the visit even better. The food was delicious and clearly made with care. The shaved tri-tip sandwich was absolutely delicious--tender, flavorful Tri tip and served inside a fresh sourdough roll smothered in a delicious beef gravy sauce that really took this sandwich to the next level. The chicken sandwich was also excellent, fresh and packed with great flavor. Great food, wonderful service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Definitely a place I'd recommend and will be coming back to!

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