When the temperature drops, your coffee cup should rise. Elk Grove’s coffee scene is buzzing with spots serving more than just caffeine—they’re doling out personality, cozy corners, and drinks that’ll make you forget it’s sweater weather. Here’s where to get your winter fix.
Rescate Coffee: Where Beans Meet Bragging Rights
Location: 2475 Elk Grove Blvd #160
Hours: Mon-Fri 5:30 AM – 5 PM | Sat-Sun 6:30 AM – 5 PM
This place roasts its beans on-site three times a week, so the smell alone could power a marathon. Their menu is a caffeine junkie’s playground:
- El Toro (their signature espresso shot)
- Mexican Mocha (spicy chocolate meets coffee)
- Seasonal specials like Xocolatl Cereza (cherry-chocolate mocha)
Pair your drink with a fresh pastry and claim a seat near the roaster for maximum aroma therapy.
Mimi’s Cafe: Coffee With a Side of “Yes, Please”
Location: 9195 W Stockton Blvd
Hours: Mon-Thurs & Sun 8 AM – 8 PM | Fri-Sat 8 AM – 9 PM
Coffee? Check. Wine? Also check. Mimi’s is the overachiever of cafes, offering everything from French roast to mimosas. Winter picks:
- Cappuccino (classic, no frills)
- Mocha Latte (for chocolate loyalists)
- Mimi-Mosa (because why should brunch have all the fun?)
Grab a booth, order a croissant, and pretend you’re in a Parisian bistro (minus the flight cost).
18 Grams Coffee Roasters: The Rebel With a Coffee Cup
Location: 9677 E. Stockton Blvd
This spot is where tradition gets a kick in the espresso. Their menu reads like a coffee fanfic:
- Vietnamese Hazelnut Iced Coffee (sweet, nutty, and unapologetically bold)
- Ube Latte (purple, creamy, and Instagram’s BFF)
- Bacon Burrito (because coffee tastes better with pork)
The vibe is “study group meets hipster hangout,” with friendly baristas who know their beans. Check their socials for hours—they’re too cool for predictable schedules.
Peet’s Coffee: The OG of Cozy
Location: 7127 Elk Grove Blvd Suite 101
Hours: Daily 6 AM – 5 PM
Peet’s is the reliable friend who always shows up with a warm hug in a cup. Go for:
- Major Dickason’s Blend (dark, rich, and named after a real guy named Dickason)
- Holiday Spice Latte (tastes like December in a mug)
Pro tip: Their almond croissant is the unofficial mascot of winter mornings.
Tule Coffeehouse: The Early Bird’s Playground
Location: 9098 Elk Grove Blvd
Hours: Daily 8 AM – 2 PM
Early risers, this one’s for you. Tule’s short hours mean you’ll need to hustle, but their brews are worth the alarm clock struggle. Menu highlights:
- Drip Coffee (simple, strong, no-nonsense)
- Matcha Latte (for green tea enthusiasts)
Snag a window seat and watch Elk Grove wake up—preferably with a cinnamon roll in hand.
Vinhous Tea & Coffee – Sheldon: For the “Tea-Misplaced” Coffee Lover
Location: 8112 Sheldon Rd
Hours: Daily 8 AM – 6 PM
Tea in the name, coffee in their soul. This spot bridges the gap with:
- Vietnamese Coffee (condensed milk magic)
- Boba Teas (chewy, sweet, and dangerously drinkable)
Their hours are generous, so swing by after work and pretend you’re on a tropical vacation (snow boots optional).
Sources: rescatecoffee.com, order.peets.com, mimiscafe.com, 18gramscoffeeroasters.com, sheldon.vinhouseteancoffee.com, Tule Coffeehouse Instagram Page
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