Best Fall-Flavored Drinks in The Bay Area
'Tis the season for toasty drinks! Not everyone enjoys massive drops in temperature, but no one can deny that having a hot bevvy on a chilly fall day is unmatched. Whether you're craving the ubiquitous pumpkin spice latte or a hot apple cider, here are the top spots with just the right fall beverage to keep you warm.
SAN FRANCISCO
Home
(Sunset // Richmond // Chinatown)
It's all in the name, folks. If you're looking for comfy-cozy in a cup, you've found it. Home is known for its intricate (and adorable) latte designs with a variety of flavors from rainbow birthday cake to cookie butter.
Fall Drink: Pumpkin Pie Latte
Bonus Drink: Ube Latte
La Stazione
(701 Pennsylvania Ave // Potrero Hill)
This dreamy Italian cafe doubles as a wine bar, offering Italian-style roasts and lattes, wines, and paninis to your heart's content.
Fall Drink: Pumpkin Spice Latte
Bonus Treat: Homemade Cannolis
Dolores Park Cafe
(501 Dolores St // Mission)
Across from the lower part of Dolores Park, this cafe proudly serves sustainable and organic treats with plenty of vegan options. Pro-tip: The hot apple cider is served year-round and pressed on the spot. You're welcome.
Fall Drinks: Golden Latte, Hot Apple Cider
Bonus Treat: Carrot Loaf
La Promenade Cafe
(3643 Balboa St // Richmond)
It'll be hard to leave La Promenade once you walk in. Its charming Paris-esque interior, creative latte flavors, freshly-toasted sandwiches, French music in the background... A dream.
Fall Drink: Hot Apple Cider
Bonus Drink: Irish Cream Latte
EAST BAY
Modern Coffee
(411 13th St // Oakland)
Known for choosing the best beans from a variety of roasters, Modern Coffee has the best of the best you won't forget. They're back in action shaking up house favorites like the Blackstrap (molasses) Latte, Masala & Kashmiri Chai, and the famed Burnt Cinnamon Latte.
Fall Drink: Burnt Cinnamon Latte
Brewed Awakening
(1807 Euclid Ave // Berkeley)
Located a few blocks away from UC Berkeley, Brewed Awakening has been a haven for students and professionals alike for years. Although you can't sit inside on your laptop for hours anymore, there's still no reason to turn down a nice hot bevvy to-go!
Fall Drink: Pumpkin-Spiced Latte
Bonus Treat: Pumpkin Cream Cheese Cupcake
Artís
(1717 Fourth St B // Berkeley)
Now if you're the black drip coffee type, you'll love this spot (top-notch joe). And if you're the PSL with some whip and cinnamon on top, you'll also love this spot.
Fall Drink: Pumpkin Spice Latte, Apple Cider
Equator Coffee
(175 Bay Pl // Oakland)
Equator has all the perks of a classic coffee joint with enough outdoor seating to go around. Bundle up and get cozy with their wide variety of coffee drinks and pastries to match. Plus, you can order on their app for the most contactless pickup process.
Fall Drink: Autumn Spice Latte
SOUTH BAY
Sue's Gallery Cafe
(14665 Big Basin Way // Saratoga)
Snag your drink to-go, or cozy up on their outdoor patio to really soak up those fall vibes. Hungry too? Treat yourself to a slice of their decadent toast with a side of house-made earl grey milk jelly + matcha milk jelly.
Fall Drinks: Pumpkin Spice Latte, Golden Latte, Ginger Cinnamon Tea
Bobabia
(271 Baldwin Ave // San Mateo)
Lounge feels meet club vibes at this popular bubble tea spot. I dearly miss their live DJ nights, but best believe the boba is still going strong! The main reason to go, though, is their butterbeer. You'll thank me later.
Fall Drink: Butter Beer
Bonus Treat: Retro Chips
Red Branch Cider Co.
(1246 Birchwood Dr // Sunnyvale)
Go beyond the typical apple cider and all the punch-packing flavors from Red Branch in Sunnyvale. Visitors can stop by the tasting room and sample a variety of their newest batch.
Fall Drink: Apple Honey Hard Cider
Estate Coffee
(16 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo)
Estate Coffee opened the first of its innovative coffee shops in Pacific Palisades, California in 2018. Bucking the trend of the homogenous coffeeshop, Estate Coffee was created to provide an inviting setting to socialize, network and connect with the community. Check out the Keller Williams Real Estate property listings while you enjoy your beverage!
NORTH BAY
Taylor Maid Farms
(6790 McKinley St // Sebastopol)
Born in 1993, Taylor Maid has been providing specialty organic coffee for over 20 years. Stop by The Barlow in Sebastopol for artisan coffee and treats.
Fall Drink: Pumpkin Spice Latte, Pumpkin Cream Nitro Cold Brew
Dr. Insomniac's Coffee and Tea's
(800 Grant Ave // Novato)
Trip out on what Dr. Insomniac has to offer in the form of high-quality coffee beans, a variety of scuffins (scone + muffin), and a list of signature lattes + blended drinks to keep anyone up all night.
Fall Drink: Cinnamon Devine Latte
Bonus Treat: Pumpkin & Cream Cheese Scuffin
Napa Valley Coffee
(St Helena // Napa)
In need of a caffeine kick after a day of wine tasting? Opt for a cup of joe at one of Napa's most popular coffeehouses. Plus, the pumpkin spice goes perfectly with the fall colors out in the country.
Fall Drink: Pumpkin Spice Latte, The Snuggler (Peppermint Mocha)
