Retrograde Coffee Roasters

Retrograde is always a must! I've had some of the best mornings and best lattes out front of this shop. Service is fast and accurate, and boy, is the staff friendly!!!! There are many options for everyone. Retrograde is truly inclusive and greets all their customers with a smile. The food is just as impressive as their coffee. You can taste the love and quality in everything they do. No detail goes unnoticed. Don't skip it! Side note: you can purchase 5lb bags of their beans on their website. Shipping is fast and affordable.

Stopped by Retrograde Coffee Roasters for a quick cappuccino, and it was perfect—just the way I was looking for. The café has plenty of seating, making it a great spot to relax or get some work done. The service was quick, and I appreciated that the restrooms, located behind the shop, were well-maintained. Overall, a solid coffee stop, and I’d definitely come again!

My boyfriend and I have been frequenting this coffee house for over a year now, and I can confidently say it’s the best in the county, possibly even the state. It’s our absolute favorite place, and for good reason. The service, food, and coffee are all superb. The atmosphere is hip and welcoming, and the entire staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming to everyone. I’m genuinely surprised by the few negative reviews I’ve read here. Considering how often my boyfriend and I come here—sometimes twice a week, lol—we’ve never had any negative interactions. We also love supporting a local business, so keep up the amazing work! We love you guys!

Retrograde is my favorite coffee shop in Sonoma County!!!! They Roast their own Coffee, it's Organic Coffee . It's like I'm at their house atmosphere! The Vibe is Also good . They're down for the Community. The whole Krew is Awesome. The owners Casey an Danielle are So Cute an Rad ! I'm a Coffee Snob an this spot never Fails it's consistently Good ! I Appreciate Them Very Much! 🫶🏾🫡🙏🏾

Visiting for mother's day: Great cappuccino and kid friendly atmosphere to bring the family together. I will be sure to grab a mocha before I go, or next time I drop by as they offer one using unsweetened dark chocolate, a personal favorite of mine.

The breakfast sandwiches are THE BOMB here! You can get them on a bagel or english muffin - I got the english muffin and it was so so good. The perfect start to my morning, along with a delicious latte. The staff was super friendly and the place is really cute! Highly recommend checking it out.

I wanted to like this place, I’ve been there a few times but always had an uneasy, uncomfortable feeling, about it. Then I read a few of the responses to reviews by the owner. She appears knowledgeable and certain, but in an arrogant and pretentious way with a touch of phony. Coffee shops in Sonoma don’t “buy locally”, I know of no coffee growing regions in Sonoma, they buy their beans just like other coffee shops. Pasteries, while good, are not made in house, I’ll go somewhere else that feels more genuine and comfortable.

Proud repeat customer :) As someone who mostly consumes non-animal product food and beverages, I appreciate their vegan, vegetarian, and alternative milk options. Their vegetarian Reuben is amazing (the sauce is so good!). The mushroom melt is also great for a little lighter/earthier tasting option. Oat milk latte was great too. Overall intimate, clean and cute modern vibe. Definitely recommend.

We stopped into Retrograde while exploring downtown Sebastopol, looking for a post-lunch pick-me-up. The space is inviting, with a large indoor seating area that looks perfect for setting up a laptop and getting some work done. Luckily we're on vacation this time but good to know if we need to work for a few hours on a future visit! Their pastry case was filled with tempting options--scones, croissants, and chocolate chip cookies that looked incredibly appealing. We were too full from lunch to try any, but they definitely caught our eye for next time. We ordered two large iced green teas from the friendly barista and received them before we finished paying! The drinks were refreshing and just what we needed for a hot, relaxing afternoon. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in the area!

what I got from @retrograderoasters - banana pudding espresso (8/10) : coffee was good but the banana pudding tasted like water-down. - matcha with lavender & vanilla (5/10) : not enough flavor despite the add-ons. the place was nice and the atmosphere was pleasant. would like to go again to try something new.

Gosh I feel so lucky that I still get to enjoy Retrograde coffee every day even tho I live in Las Vegas. I signed up for their subscription and receive my coffee to my door step biweekly. Neil and Casey roast the beans to perfection then package and send them out so quickly I get them fresh within days of being roasted. I use my French press most days but occasionally we will make a pour over. I sometimes combine decaf and caffeinated beans to get the perfect afternoon iced coffee. Their decaf is one of the best Iv tasted. I really really miss stopping in at the Cafe to see all the sweethearts that work there. I was always greeted with a smile in a gorgeous cafe with fresh art happy plants and a solid team of people always ready to make my day. Thank you for everything Retrograde. I enjoyed my coffee iced by the pool today and I was Thinking of all of you. Ps. Iv been saving my empty bean bags to get back to you and recycle one day.

Came here with friends. They have a lot of coffee drinks, beans, pastries and other goodies

Great place if you are craving a good coffee and great service. Super friendly staff and ambiance is lovely. Lots of people working there. Been there a few times and it has never disappointed. Food is also really tasty! Don't miss out

It's always nice to visit coffee spots further away from Bay Area for a change of scenery and more reasonable prices. Their seasonal specialty lattes start at $6 when I'm used to seeing them go for $7.50 on average back in SF. I gave their ube latte a try, but unfortunately, it didn't quite taste like ube. Honestly, it's not an easy thing to get right, and the drink was overall still well made and tasted fine, just not ube. I definitely wouldn't mind coming back for a different drink the next time I'm around!

This stylish and inviting coffee shop is the perfect place to grab a cup of coffee, a delicious snack and relax. We went mid morning on a weekday and there was a steady stream of people coming in. We were lucky enough to find a comfy corner to enjoy our coffees and pastries. I had the nitro cold brew and a ham and cheese croissant. Their pastries come from Red Bird bakery so you know they are amazing. My friend had an iced chai and cinnamon roll which she also enjoyed. No photos as we were busy chatting and people watching.

Love this cafe - the hours are reasonable (open till 5), the coffee is excellent with broad interesting selection in preparation and presentation. I love the cold brew but when I want something sweet I go with the Big Easy Cold Brew (New Orleans inspired cold brew with Chicory syrup...sooooo good). The vibe is great, riding the line between hipster and homey, ideal for hours spent studying or a quick stop in for conversation with friends. Haven't tried the food. Service always super friendly and helpful. Not much more to say - I recommend this spot!

In honor of Earth Day today, I'm shouting out a rad local coffee shop, Retrograde Coffee Roasters. Did you know that they are a CA certified green business? All of their to-go items are recyclable or compostable (of course you can drink/dine in and enjoy reusable items). Their coffee bags are zero-waste - bring them back to recycle them! They compost coffee grounds and donate leftover food items to local ranchers and organizations...just to name a few of their green initiatives! They focus on freshly roasted small-batch coffee and on community. I love their hip inviting interior, filled with plants and a rotation of local art. There are plenty of tables to sit at and/or work from, plus some seats outside. Service is friendly and fast. They are always offering fun, creative, seasonal and holiday drink specials! And I believe that most of their delicious pastries come from nearby bakeries. Love the sense of community and partnership! I'm a sucker for a simple latte and I really enjoy theirs (hot on a cold day and iced on a hot day!). I find their espresso to be smooth and easy-to-drink so I make sure to buy a bag of beans whenever I visit. Just finished a bag, so I need to visit again soon! Cheers to Retrograde and their awesome team! Thanks for all you do for our community and for Mother Earth!

One of the best lattes I've had! The avocado toast with pickled onions is delicious. It gets pretty busy but service was great, the baristas are so kind!

Yummy lattes in a cozy atmosphere. I tried the tiramisu latte and white mocha, and both drinks were tasty. The ambiance at Retrograde Coffee Roasters is inviting, with friendly staff who clearly know their stuff. If you're in Sebastopol, this spot is a must-visit for coffee lovers! 5/5 Would definitely return when I'm back in town.

I simply couldn't love this cafe any more than I already do. I love that they make their own syrups (never too sweet) and rotate their specials and are always doing cool flavored beverages. I love that they roast their own beans and have a recycling program for their bags. I love that they use local ingredients and support local vendors (and are a pickup site for a local CSA). I love that they support local artists and display different art all the time. I love that they have gluten free options and vegan options to appeal to lots of different folks. The list is unending! Danielle and Casey are constantly improving things all around, thinking of ways to create an even better experience. Still my favorite coffee shop even since I moved 30 minutes away 5 years ago. Keep up the great work!

So I called the Sebastopol cafe to ask about beans and the nice girl told me about a kiosk at barn 54 I was so happy to hear my dream beans were just down the way from me casa so I figured they had a small store there and walked in to see a modest shelf with fresh beans in beautiful blue bags just staring at me grabbed a bag and realized I didn't know how to pay I had exactly one ten spot one 5 spot and three ones I was like it's a miracle it was meant to beans I was so happy to see it all worked perfectly thanks for my beautiful beans damn they smell deeeeeelicious !!!! Thanks for roasting so good and close by !!!

My favorite coffee place in Sonoma County. The atmosphere is so energizing, warm, and inviting to all! The employees are so nice, and always seem genuinely happy to be there. I always feel happy supporting a business where the employees seem to be happy & treated well! And on top of all that, the espresso drinks are consistently delicious and they have a rotating selection of fun & creative seasonal drinks.

I had an excellent cappuccino (shoutout to the barista), and my son wolfed down his cinnamon roll, which was from Red Bird Bakery but sold at Retrograde. The staff is very friendly, and the cafe has a very nice atmosphere. There were games and books to keep us entertained, too!

This is a solid coffee shop. Personally, the coffee is too acidic for me, but you might like it! I ordered a Vanilla Latte, a Dirty Chai with oat milk, and a Mocha with whole milk. I didn't love the vanilla syrup, it tasted kinda artificial, but overall it was a pretty standard latte. The Dirty Chai was super strong and too bitter for my taste, but if you like it strong, I recommend! The Mocha was kind of chalky and I didn't love the flavor, but if you like a darker/richer coffee, I also recommend this drink. The cookies are SO GOOD!! I definitely recommend getting one or a couple...It is soft on the inside but crisp on the outside and nice and sweet! Please note: this is all just my opinion! You could totally enjoy their coffee, I just haven't tried any coffee drinks from here that I absolutely love. Parking is relatively easy if you come at a less busy time of day. The service is good (very nice and friendly) and the business as a whole is super open, pretty and cute! They have a full and delicious looking pastry case and their other food looks so good, which I plan to try one day. :)

A very popular local coffee shop in the North Bay. They have a variety of cold brew, single origin coffee and house made syrups (e.g. vanilla, cinnamon, chicory, lavender). Ask the barista about their preferred cold brew and went with Big Easy Cold Brew. The description sounded similar to the New Orleans style from Blue Bottle. I appreciated that they gave us a sample of their Milky Way Nitro Coffee. Big Easy Cold Brew: Your choice of milk. Very smooth and creamy. I wished the chicory flavors were a bit more forward. Milky Way Nitro Coffee: On the acidic side and not for everyone. The coffee flavors were also very mellow. I wished the nitro added more creaminess. A good option for those who prefer beer over coffee.

I had never been but heard great things. I ordered online which was super easy. I ordered a a breakfast sandwich with bacon and an americano. The ambience was really fun, and the branding was really something. The sandwich was delicious, the English muffin was so delicious. I really loved all the hot sauce choices they had as well! I definitely will be back!!

Just average at best. Owners are arrogant and they don't seem to care what the customer actually wants because... well, they know best lol Dont even bother telling them if they get your order wrong. It won't go well.

A nice clean ice coffee. If the indoor area is too busy, if you go around the corner to the right, there's an outdoor seating area that's pretty nice too.

The food and drinks were fine. However, the place was very crowded and noisy. Maybe just not a good fit for my personality?

Wonderful coffee, great breakfast sandwich, positive vibe. Love their decaf. The owners are lovely and kind people who run their business with the utmost integrity. A beautiful illustration of Sebastopol community! I love this cafe.

Nice spot. My go-to place to do some work if I'm in the area. It feels cozy. Coffee is good. It's all just good vibes.

Retrograde is my favorite coffee shop. The staff are extremely warm and welcoming, the food and drinks are delicious, and the owners (Danielle & Casey) are dedicated to supporting our local community. It is clear that they have chosen to run their business in a way that is uplifting for staff, environmentally conscious, and invested in community engagement. I always look forward to my visits to Retrograde and reliably crave that turkey pesto sandwich!

Love love love this cafe situated on a busy street in sebastopol. The inside ambiance is SO cozy and inviting for rainy cool days in winter like it was today. Staff was also so friendly and inviting. I got a s'mores iced latte which came with toasted marshmellows - loved the flavors and sweet levels were just right ( not overly sweet). They also sell honey, cups and coffee appliances, and coffee beans to go.

It has been years since I have been here and so from a recommendation for the folks at our CSA, we popped on in. Did my usual cappuccino test, and they make a delicious version (no sugar or sweetener needed). The pastries are equally delicious (see pictures). The chap next to me had one of their breakfast sandwiches, I had to ask what he had because it looked so good. He let me know, he always drizzles it in honey as well - so you know what I will be doing next time I am their. Fabulous Sebastopol coffee shop. Nice comfortable place to hang out with friends and or work.

this place ticks all the boxes, great coffee, great atmosphere, kid friendly and great service. I want to specifically mention the service, my daughter and I went the day after Thanksgiving. It was super busy, the line was really long, I had never been there and I had a lot of questions about the menu because I didn't see it until I was literally at the register ordering, I felt the pressure because of the amount of people behind me, but nobody made me feel rushed or inconvenienced that I had questions and I appreciated that so much. They were staffed appropriately for the amount of people they were serving. I know for me, with eating out being so expensive these days, service matters. It will literally make or break the place for me. So I appreciate the good service reasonable prices great ambience my daughter and I will definitely go back, ps try the pumpkin butter

Love the energy in here. Friendly, efficient. Interesting drinks with good explanations and an eye on being healthy. And Red Bird baked goods rock! Saved me a trip over there. Having said that I was surprised that none of their alternative milks were unsweetened. Today I got a latte with their house made coconut-hemp milk which is sweetened with dates. Great - I often blend a date into my home brew. This was much sweeter though I still give them BIG kudos for taking this step! My drink was solid otherwise but it was a wobble for me. Got a turmeric latte awhile back which was pretty intense but I'm still going to go back and try again to find my drink here 'cuz I still like this place.

This is our favorite coffee shop in the area. Super friendly and great coffee with a wide variety of drinks and monthly specials. We get their coffee ground for our home espresso too! The owners really care about service and the coffee experience and are always improving the space.

Out of towners looking for coffee & breakfast options. This was a great spot for coffee, pastries & breakfast sandwiches. The drip coffee and pour overs were great. Friendly service! Lots of vegan options if you need. The pastries were great! Nice community atmosphere. Clean & cozy.

Latte with hemp coconut milk was very unique and delicious. Highly recommend the coconut milk if you want a substitute. Mocha also tasted strong as well. Rare to find a spot offering 16oz cup size and still retain good coffee flavours. Very neat inside as well.

There are a bunch of coffee shops in this very small town, each has their charm, or, just happens to be the closest to the consumer: a lot people need their coffee immediately in the morning, and that dictates their location, and I get year, but I would suggest this location above others simply because the coffee is exceptional, and it's a beautiful place. I was able to get a bunch of paperwork done, and I recommended to anyone it's worth the distance, some people may drive by it and never see it, it's just one of those things... Or requires street parking, but it's worth it.

This coffee spot is my absolute favorite coffee spot and today I tried the lavender addition to your coffee and it makes it super crazy delicious and it enhances your coffee it doesn't take over at all and I will most likely order it every time I come here they also have a chicory flavor as well. We also ordered the breakfast sandwich it comes on a fresh made English muffin and it's spectacular fluffy moist and crazy delicious came with eggs with spinach yes please cheddar cheese and of course bacon it was delicious perfection and I want another one like right now!!! We also got the pop-tart a nice treat crisp sweet yummy. Everything we tried was just delicious oh they have really cute Merch I got an adorable black sweatshirt with their moon man holding a coffee of course lol it's crazy popular they most likely will have a long line so let that go chill on your phone it's worth the wait super delicious I am already planning to swing by tomorrow maybe I'll see you there clink clink. Cheers all see you on Yelp #307 review 01/22/23

Lovely service to start my day- always a friendly conversation. (Thanks!!) Lots of pastries, first thing on the morning, seating and some small tables outside as well! No restroom inside, but ask for the code- washroom located outside.

The Iced Cardamom Rose Latte was alright. It tasted good and I still finished it, but it wasn't too memorable for me. I thought it was a bit expensive, given the size of the latte. It seemed like a nice coffee shop to chill with friends. It was pretty loud when I was there, so I don't know if it would be a good study spot (depending on when you go).

Can't say enough amazing things about this coffee shop. Some of the best coffee I've had in a long time, so much so that when I'm in town I try to find a reason to make my way over to Sebastopol. I've taken many friends here and we've all collectively agreed this is some of, if not the best coffee we've had in Sonoma County. A great local coffee shop, with friendly workers, and plenty of space for the many customers walking through the door. They'll keep my business for many years to come.

Great food and drinks! The turkey pesto sandwich with turmeric slaw added was super flavorful and fresh. Every latte I've had here has been great, with the apple harvest being my favorite so far. Love the artwork inside too! Everyone working here is always really friendly.

This place wins award for most unique latte flavors! We tried the beet latte, which hit the spot for an afternoon energy boost without the caffeine. The drink was reminiscent of chai with a beet juice flavor and subtle sweetness (which can be adjusted). Great service and roomy, pleasant ambiance.

A friend and I visited Retrograde Coffee Roasters as our mid-point treat after walking the Joe Rodota Trail from Santa Rosa to Sebastopol. We both wanted an iced coffee of sorts, so we got the Milky Way Nitro Cold Coffees with house-made vanilla syrup in them. The square ice cubes that came in our coffees were fun, and the heart-shaped reusable straws for Valentine's Day were super cute. The Milky Way Nitro Cold Coffees, on the other hand, were not so cute. They were sour in flavor. I know the proper term is probably acidic, but these were definitely that. We both took our first sips of our Milky Way Nitro Cold Coffees while walking back towards the Joe Rodota Trail, and we immediately thought of returning to Retrograde to see if maybe they had given us the wrong drinks or a bad batch, but for fear of not wanting to be "Karens" and for fear of not wanting to insult an otherwise adorable establishment, we ended up calling by phone to see if the staff would describe the Milky Way Nitro Cold Coffees as acidic. (We used the term sour, as that's what first came to our minds upon sipping them, but the gentleman who answered the phone reassured us that he wouldn't describe any of their coffees as sour.) That interaction solidified our decision to just accept this experience as a loss and to not insult a local business by going back and asking if we got a bad batch of coffee. It was sad to toss our Milky Way Nitro Cold Coffees into the bushes along the Joe Rodota Trail as we walked back to Santa Rosa, but there was no way that we were going to drink them. We tried to see the positives in our botched iced coffee experience in that we got to try a different local business, and we got cute, heart-shaped, reusable straws out of it. The interior (and the exterior) of Retrograde Coffee Roasters is super cute and inviting. There wasn't an empty seat in the house upon our arrival, so we took that as a good sign. We loved the wall art by the register and the merchandise that they had for sale. The staff were super friendly, and we had good interactions with some of our fellow customers while waiting for our drinks. My friend and I SO wanted to love everything about this place, but unfortunately, the coffee was not for us. If you're a fan of the more acidic coffees, this is your place.

The cappuccino was delicious, 8oz, made with organic Straus whole milk, and the woman at the counter helping me was welcoming and friendly. Best espresso in that area, if you're in Sebastopol, don't miss it!

Wonderful roastery! The coffee came in 8 o cups which i love. The barista was nice and the cashier even took the time to tell me about the flowers i was looking at and what farm they come from and that they can do arrangements and weekly deliveries! Everyone was doing their job well :) The space itself had natural light and plants and art so it won all the points as far as im concerned and .. there is a bathroom in the courtyard behind the cafe !

Love Retrograde! The ambiance is warm, staff is incredibly kind and welcoming, and the owners are fantastic people who care deeply about our community. And their coffee is amazing. We love trying all of their seasonal specials!

My husband & I LOVE Retrograde. Danielle, Casey, and their staff are absolutely amazing and always so kind. Whenever we're in the area for work, we always make sure to get some coffee from Retrograde and try their latest specials. We really recommend trying any of their season specials especially around the holidays. They are DIVINE. Also, we love they support local bakeries for their pastries & treats. We love getting their ham & cheese croissant from Red Bird Bakery. We wish we could go to their shop more often and our only complaint is we need a place like Retrograde in the East Bay Area.

[REVIEW WRITTEN: 12/3] This place is a dream - YUM, YUM coffee in your belly! Plus, this shop has great swag! TLDR Deets: + Inside & 2 outdoor patio (parklet in front, patio in back! ROFL - that sounded mullet-like) + Loyalty reward program - sign up! They will send specials and discounts via text message! + Free Wi-Fi + Parking is available on the street (tough to grab a spot sometimes), but there is a free city lot kitty-corner to the shop. + Check-in on Yelp and receive a bonus (at the time the review was written - it was a $1 off) + Food and pastries are available. Vegan options as well. :) + Cool, unique drinks - check out their menu

One of my favorite stops for a latte! I've been loving their seasonal tiramisu latte, so fun and aesthetic! Their food is also good, of course, cafe coffee and breakfast items are not cheap, I mean you can't even go to McDonald's without flinching at the cost, so be prepared for this to not be your basic cup of black coffee and croissant. I haven't ordered something at Retrograde that I haven't liked, bummer is, the place has become so popular over the years that a wait is almost always required when stopping in, with very minimal seating available.

Whatever drink you order - have it with their homemade hemp coconut milk. Homemade plant milks are so hard to come by and theirs is so delicious I always end up ordering another latte.

My favorite coffee shop! Amazing tasting coffee and drinks with great customer service. Plenty of space indoor and out to enjoy my drinks and food. I don't live too close, but will always try to make a trip out to get a drink. I hope they expand, maybe to the Cotati or Petaluma area.

Fun spot and great coffee! I enjoyed a banana coconut latte with homemade Hemp milk! As well as an almond croissant yum!

Why was Danielle The Co-owner of Retrograde Coffee so mean to me yesterday? Yesterday I was having a phone conversation with my editor at Retrograde, a café I have enjoyed as a customer since its inception, almost 10 years ago. I have had three interactions with Danielle Connor the co-owner. The first two was her complementing me. Notice when she responds to this she will lie and say I made an inflammatory phone call and also lie and say I made a habit out of hanging out in the hallway by the bathroom. I left the café to have a quiet space to talk to my editor. I humbly sat on the floor of the small hallway by the bathroom. Danielle abruptly appeared stood over me and said, very harshly, said that I needed to move because I would disturb the other offices. The hallway has several closed doors and I had never seen anyone open one of them. For all I knew the offices themselves were far from the doors. Nevertheless she had every right to simply tell me to me move, I quickly got up. She continued to be was harsh, staring me with those piercing blank eyes people get when they are very angry. My editor was still on the phone as a scrambled to get up. "I know you, I've come her for years, you are looking at me like you don't know me," I said to Danielle"I know you,"she said dismissively and as if that was besides the point. And continued to lecture me on the importance of not disturbing the people in the hallway as if I was arguing against that in any way and deserved a lecture about it. I have always been kind to and financially supportive of her business, treating me with anger and lecturing me. She is so bent on not taking responsibility for being harsh to me she is willing to lie about me. I am still open to doing a repair with her if their is a mediator so I feel safe and that I won't be attacked again. She lost a devoted customer because she took her missed place anger out on me. You will hear her rage in the tone of how she replies to this message.