The best coffee roasters in San Francisco

The 20 top specialty coffee roasters in San Francisco, ranked using independent quality data — expert cupping scores, industry awards, and community reviews. No paid placements, no affiliate fluff.

Last updated · Data refreshed weekly.

  1. 2

    Intelligentsia Coffee

    11 coffees tracked·avg US$9.72/100g·Top expert score: 89
  2. 5

    La Colombe Coffee Roasters

    10 coffees tracked·avg US$5.20/100g
  3. 14

    Counter Culture Coffee

    6 coffees tracked·avg US$23.00/100g

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Frequently asked questions

Who are the best specialty coffee roasters in San Francisco?

Top specialty roasters in San Francisco include Four Barrel Coffee, Intelligentsia Coffee, HelioRoast Coffee, Klatch, La Colombe Coffee Roasters. Each is ranked by independent quality data — expert cupping scores, awards (Cup of Excellence, Good Food Awards), and community reviews. See live ranked list at bakio.co/best-roasters-in/san-francisco.

How many specialty coffee roasters are in San Francisco?

Bakio tracks 63 coffee venues in San Francisco, of which 20 are specialty roasters with online retail. Updated regularly.

What does specialty coffee cost in San Francisco?

Specialty coffee in San Francisco averages around $9.92 per 100g (about $34 for a 12oz bag).

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