Cal Java Coffee Roasters

Chico, United States

3.8

Closed now

17 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards
Free Wi-Fi

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Telephone:
+1 530-891-8935
Address:
216 W East Ave Ste B, Chico, CA, 95926
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
2.4 miChico Amtrak
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Parking
Private Lot
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wi-Fi
Free

Today

Today 5:00 am – 5:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Chico) 11:33 PM Saturday, May 24, 2025

Business hours

Monday 5:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday 5:00 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday 5:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday 5:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday 5:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 5:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday 6:00 am – 4:00 pm

Description

Specialties

Cal Java is a locally owned micro-​roaster & coffee shop with many locations in Chico. We offer a wide variety of fair-​trade beans from around the world and the freshest, highest quality coffee is our number one goal. All of our pastries & breakfast items are baked in-​house by our two full-​time bakers. Stop by, have a cup and you’ll be hooked.

History

Established in 1989.

Cal Java began roasting and brewing coffee in Chico, CA from their flagship location on East Avenue in 1989. Over the years they’ve traveled to the finest coffee growing regions to bring home the finest beans in the world.

Meet the Business Owner

Kelly H.

Business Owner

We have a passion for providing customers with freshly roasted coffee! We roast all Cal Java coffee beans by hand right in the heart of our flagship store on East Avenue in Chico, CA.

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17 reviews of Cal Java Coffee Roasters

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Place rating: 1
Rocklin, CA
Overall, they got my order right 2 out of 5 times. It’s like going to a circus you never know what’s going to happen. But unfortunately, I will take my business elsewhere. I have no idea how this place stays open honestly.
Place rating: 1
Paradise, CA
Cards on the table, I’m a bit of a coffee snob. I like trying out different coffee shops and roasters, but I do typically make my own coffee. Had twenty minutes to kill so I decided to stop in for a cup. Can’t say much about the flavored drinks here, but the pour over French roast is awful. Extremely bitter and tastes like stale old coffee beans. About the same level quality as Starbucks, and definitely a lower quality than McDonald’s black coffee. Still waiting for the day when Butte county gets a decent coffee shop. In the mean time, do yourself a favor and just go to Bidwell Perk. But if you are here for a blended drink, I’m sure those would be fine; hard to mess those up.
Place rating: 1
Chico, CA
I’m so disappointed right now. I ordered an iced spiced chai with almond milk and a doppio con panna. The two baristas had no idea what that was so I explained it to them. When I got my drink she ended up using soy (which really is no big deal but still) and putting my two shots in my chai. Then when I tried explaining the two drinks I ordered yet again both baristas continued to laugh at me stating they have never heard of such a drink… Please ladies even Starbucks has it on their menu. Maybe it’s because I’ve been a barista for years or because I simply don’t like being laughed at but no way will I ever return. Pretty much offended.
Place rating: 5
Sacramento, CA
The girls are excellent at what they do. The drinks are delicious; way better than Starbucks. They even gave my puppy a treat. Thanks ladies
Place rating: 5
Berkeley, CA
I really love Cal Java. First, they have nice, bold espresso. I’ve gotten a latte and a blended drink before, both with almond milk. They were delicious and the blended drink was sweet but not overly so. I’ve also had their brewed coffee several times. The house blend is good. I love their French roast.
They also have pastries (including Gluten free) and some small food items like burritos.
It’s a pretty relaxing environment overall. Almost always get good service and it’s decently priced. The wifi is sporadic at times. That’s really my only complaint.
Place rating: 5
Chico, CA
Most delicious earl grey London fog I’ve ever tasted. Employees are like family they’re so friendly!!!
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
Delicious coffee and friendly baristas. The shop smells delicious especially when they are roasting!
Americano and iced java are delicious!
If hungry grab a beatnik burrito! I love it when they make them huge!
They even have g/​f pastries. I don’t think celiac safe though.
Place rating: 5
Chico, CA
I love their coffee. Roaster fresh in the store. Great service and great product. All their employees are super friendly. Iced java with with works is my favorite!
Place rating: 1
Chico, CA
I was so excited to come here for a cup of coffee this morning. I had been here before and had a pretty good experience. I stood at the counter for almost 5 minutes and the employees did not say hello or «I’ll be right with you» or even acknowledge I was at the counter. The staff looked extremely exhausted and stressed. It was very depressing and I decided to leave.
I am not sure what is happening in there to the employees, but I hope things get better for them. I never leave one star, but feel this place needs help to improve. When I looked at the employee, they looked as though they were very sad. I will not be going back to this location.
Place rating: 5
Chico, CA
Best cup of coffee in Chico, by far. No other place can beat Cal Java’s quality. It sucks that they are so far away from downtown Chico (because I think they can make a killing in sales), but it is worth the drive sometimes to get a cup of what they have. Best coffee I have put in my mouth. If they were in downtown, I would go nowhere else!
Place rating: 3
Chico, CA
Being a local I love local business. I’ve enjoyed good service here and he coffee is always great! However, I have to take away points by watching the owners treat their employees poorly. Somewhat disgusting to watch an employee be belittled for making an accident in front of customers. Being in management myself in a large company… It was shameful to watch and embarrassing.
Place rating: 4
Paradise, CA
As a dyed in the wool coffee fanatic; I will convey my affection for this establishment by simply stating, «This is my coffee shop «.
Place rating: 5
Katy, TX
This place is great. There weren’t but a few people inside, and I was able to chat a little bit with the barista about essential oils.
The peppermint tea was great, and and so was the wifi!
Place rating: 5
Chico, CA
I cannot say enough about how great their coffee is! The staff is so friendly and always remember my order! We have enough Starbucks in the world– shop local!
Place rating: 4
Colton, CA
Their coffee is better than Starbucks. The service is friendly. Service is fast. They have free wireless internet. They are a local business which is nice to support. They do a frequent customer stamp card, and Tuesday is double-​stamp day.
The only downside is their pastries. I have now sampled about 8 different things, from scones to biscotti to breads, etc. Nothing was good, and some things were aweful. I started eating something in the shop a while back and asked if I could exchange it for something else which they graciously let me do.
Also, like many local businesses in Chico, they charge to pay with plastic. Ultimately, you pay for it either way even if it’s not a separate fee. But you’d think that might make their coffee cheaper than the competition. Not really the case.
Overall, it’s a coffee shop with good, reliable service and good coffee. Only reason I won’t give 5 stars is because of the pastries. It’s a coffee shop though… not a pastry shop.
Place rating: 5
Chico, CA
Best coffee and service in town, and locally owned. Also check out Beatniks, same owners, same great coffee, and fantastic breakfasts.
Place rating: 5
Oakland, CA
To be fair, my cousin works here so of course I have received fantastic service, but I am also impressed by their large selection of fair trade, organic, and rare (and pricey!) coffees. Best of all, they roast their coffee right there in the lobby where you can see it. I love that.
Knowing that my cousin has worked there for years and had several coworkers at her wedding, the employees here seem to be happy with their jobs, and that’s noticeable when you watch them interacting with their customers and each other.
I don’t visit Chico often, but when I do, a trip to Cal Java is a necessity.