Great coffee and service. I haven't found a coffee I didn't like. The classic cremosa makes great espresso drinks. I'm also glad they serve so many local stores in my area.
Jonathan A.
- Exceptional Coffee Experience: Unmatched quality in every cup. - Warm & Welcoming Staff: Friendly and eager to share their coffee knowledge. - Passionate Coffee Craft: Deep understanding and enthusiasm for their craft. - Engaging Coffee Conversations: Insightful discussions about roasts and origins. - Local Gem: A place worth frequenting for those nearby. - Support Local: Highly recommended for local patrons. - Inviting Ambiance: A welcoming atmosphere that fosters community.
Caleb B.
Extremely good coffee and customer service! They cater to businesses but are always generous with their time and knowledge.
Trish Bullis
What a wonderful place!! The coffee is delicious, the have beans and pods. Even hot chocolate! Great selection of coffee makers and supplies. The staff was amazing, really friendly and helpful! Definitely will be back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sam H.
Vaneli's is primarily focused on commercial customers (restaurants, coffee shops, etc folks who are buying in bulk), so initially we were a little intimidated walking in as regular retail folks. Having moved into the area a little under a year ago, we've spent the entire year looking for a new go to coffee roaster, and have finally found it! We had tried all the other places (Choco fish, world travellers, etc ) and while those places have their selling points, we didn't ultimately like their roasts, but Vaneli's smooth, chocolatey, nutty roasts is exactly up our alley! The other places weren't worth writing a review about, but Vaneli's is def worth writing home about! Pong, who greeted us as we walked into their little storefront (again not really geared towards retail), was very knowledgeable, and also very relatable! Knowing not everyone is as into or familiar with coffee, espresso, and the roasting and pulling process, Pong walked us through everything, and even provided sample espresso, coffee (multiple roasts), and even hot cocoa and mochas. We walked out pretty wired from all the caffeine, but with multiple bags in hand of a few of their products (monster Italian, organic, and hot cocoa). Price is extremely reasonable, and customer service even for retail folks is unsurpassed. We will be recommending this place, not only here on yelp, but to all our friends in the area. Also their showroom has a big selection of espresso machines and grinders and all kinds of related accessories, and we may have to upgrade soon! Thank you to Pong and the entire crew at Vaneli's for making us strangers feel like VIP customers and obviously for crafting an amazing cup of coffee!
Susan H.
Hands down the best coffee roaster I've ever been to. Pong assisted my husband and I during our visit. He was beyond knowledgeable and he truly went above and beyond to help us. He was super informative! He provided us with tastings and detailed information on everything we tried. Cannot wait to come back and try even more things! Thanks Pong! You're the best
Belinda C.
This is a looonnggggg overdue review for Vaneli's and its most hospitable manager and coffee expert Pong. Now as I rack my brain to recall the coffee names and blends, I regret not writing sooner.Vaneli's is a coffee roaster and distributer. It is not a coffee shop, but if the store isn't too busy, Pong will generously brew you samples of coffee. Being a coffee connoisseur, he will serve each sample in a new cup to keep the flavors pure and separate.I think we tried 4 or 5 different coffees. I knew that Rocklin Donuts & Cinnamon, 105 Noshery, and Pottery World Cafe all served Vaneli's coffee, so we tried all 3 of those.Rocklin Donuts & Cinnamon: Monster Italian105 Noshery: A blend of Italian Roast and French Roast???Pottery World Cafe: Blend of the Opera???Just ask the store which coffee bean your favorite restaurant uses.As we leisurely tasted our coffee, devoted customers came in, ordering 5 lb bags of their favorite coffee. One customer hooked his friends and coworkers on Classic Dark, so my best friend ended up buying that based on trust. I think that customer might have bought 15 lb of that coffee while we were there to distribute to his people! We had fun chatting with and learning from Pong and the various customers.My favorite was the Monster Italian, which is dark, sweet, and flavorful. It is also a bestseller.My friend, who prefers medium roast, liked Pottery World Cafe's coffee sample the most even though he didn't like it at the restaurant. We were told that the flavor difference may be due to the storage or age of the coffee bags.In addition, Vaneli's has won awards for its Classic Cremosa and Organic Hambela Wamena Natural.There's even a coffee named Elite Blend!You can find all sorts of coffee brewing equipment and supplies here. I bought a shot glass measuring cup to measure either 1 oz or 2 oz.Many thanks again to Pong and Vaneli's for sharing their coffee and wisdom!
David O.
The owner, Gene, happened to be in the shop when I went to purchase some whole bean coffee. It's always nice to find someone who is both knowledgeable and personable. This was my first time, though not last, to his store.
Chris Dufour
A hidden little gem! Highly recommended! Amazing customer service!
Been drinking coffee for almost 50 years now here, in Europe, and in Mexico. This is the best coffee I have ever tasted. Currently enjoying Ethiopian Sedano. It is absolutely delicious. Lucky I found you at Corti Bros in East Sac.
Laura Vallejo
Rude. No one talked to me. The guy walked by me and didn’t acknowledge my existence. I just walked out.
Brian M.
I came to this place wanting to buy a brewed coffee;however, they don't offer this service. The man in the shop was very kind and knowledgeable about coffee. The shop offers a wide variety of coffee beans and equipment. Bong offered me different kinds of coffee to try. I ended up with free delicious brewed coffee he made me and I bought some coffee beans that I like. The prices unbeatable, usually are at much higher rates other places. Delicious coffee and wonderful customer service!
Jennifer J.
I called today and asked the person who answered the phone if they sold a particular brand of espresso machine. Instead of answering my question they responded by asking me if I had a chance to look at their website? I responded by saying that doesn't answer my question do you sell the brand or not. You answered my question with a question. It's a simple yes we do or no we don't. She then proceeded to tell me she didn't like the way I was speaking to her. What? I asked her a question plain and simple and she doesn't like the way I'm speaking to her? I'm prepared to spend money on a machine and they have for sure lost a customer! She hung up on me because she didn't like that I asked her simply answer my question. I see all the great reviews on here for this business but that was not my experience.
Gaurav B.
This place is awesome! This is a place that makes coffee beans and sells coffee making equipment. However the people that woke here are absolutely fabulous. I was looking for an aeropress for a Christmas present, and I learned much more than I even intended to. He showed me how to use the device and on top of that did 3 different types of coffee so that I could sample the difference and learn what kind of coffee I like better. I didn't get a chance to buy their coffee beans yet but the ones I sampled were great. Next time I need anything coffee related I will definitely come here.
Great coffee and service. I haven't found a coffee I didn't like. The classic cremosa makes great espresso drinks. I'm also glad they serve so many local stores in my area.
- Exceptional Coffee Experience: Unmatched quality in every cup. - Warm & Welcoming Staff: Friendly and eager to share their coffee knowledge. - Passionate Coffee Craft: Deep understanding and enthusiasm for their craft. - Engaging Coffee Conversations: Insightful discussions about roasts and origins. - Local Gem: A place worth frequenting for those nearby. - Support Local: Highly recommended for local patrons. - Inviting Ambiance: A welcoming atmosphere that fosters community.
Extremely good coffee and customer service! They cater to businesses but are always generous with their time and knowledge.
What a wonderful place!! The coffee is delicious, the have beans and pods. Even hot chocolate! Great selection of coffee makers and supplies. The staff was amazing, really friendly and helpful! Definitely will be back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vaneli's is primarily focused on commercial customers (restaurants, coffee shops, etc folks who are buying in bulk), so initially we were a little intimidated walking in as regular retail folks. Having moved into the area a little under a year ago, we've spent the entire year looking for a new go to coffee roaster, and have finally found it! We had tried all the other places (Choco fish, world travellers, etc ) and while those places have their selling points, we didn't ultimately like their roasts, but Vaneli's smooth, chocolatey, nutty roasts is exactly up our alley! The other places weren't worth writing a review about, but Vaneli's is def worth writing home about! Pong, who greeted us as we walked into their little storefront (again not really geared towards retail), was very knowledgeable, and also very relatable! Knowing not everyone is as into or familiar with coffee, espresso, and the roasting and pulling process, Pong walked us through everything, and even provided sample espresso, coffee (multiple roasts), and even hot cocoa and mochas. We walked out pretty wired from all the caffeine, but with multiple bags in hand of a few of their products (monster Italian, organic, and hot cocoa). Price is extremely reasonable, and customer service even for retail folks is unsurpassed. We will be recommending this place, not only here on yelp, but to all our friends in the area. Also their showroom has a big selection of espresso machines and grinders and all kinds of related accessories, and we may have to upgrade soon! Thank you to Pong and the entire crew at Vaneli's for making us strangers feel like VIP customers and obviously for crafting an amazing cup of coffee!
Hands down the best coffee roaster I've ever been to. Pong assisted my husband and I during our visit. He was beyond knowledgeable and he truly went above and beyond to help us. He was super informative! He provided us with tastings and detailed information on everything we tried. Cannot wait to come back and try even more things! Thanks Pong! You're the best
This is a looonnggggg overdue review for Vaneli's and its most hospitable manager and coffee expert Pong. Now as I rack my brain to recall the coffee names and blends, I regret not writing sooner.Vaneli's is a coffee roaster and distributer. It is not a coffee shop, but if the store isn't too busy, Pong will generously brew you samples of coffee. Being a coffee connoisseur, he will serve each sample in a new cup to keep the flavors pure and separate.I think we tried 4 or 5 different coffees. I knew that Rocklin Donuts & Cinnamon, 105 Noshery, and Pottery World Cafe all served Vaneli's coffee, so we tried all 3 of those.Rocklin Donuts & Cinnamon: Monster Italian105 Noshery: A blend of Italian Roast and French Roast???Pottery World Cafe: Blend of the Opera???Just ask the store which coffee bean your favorite restaurant uses.As we leisurely tasted our coffee, devoted customers came in, ordering 5 lb bags of their favorite coffee. One customer hooked his friends and coworkers on Classic Dark, so my best friend ended up buying that based on trust. I think that customer might have bought 15 lb of that coffee while we were there to distribute to his people! We had fun chatting with and learning from Pong and the various customers.My favorite was the Monster Italian, which is dark, sweet, and flavorful. It is also a bestseller.My friend, who prefers medium roast, liked Pottery World Cafe's coffee sample the most even though he didn't like it at the restaurant. We were told that the flavor difference may be due to the storage or age of the coffee bags.In addition, Vaneli's has won awards for its Classic Cremosa and Organic Hambela Wamena Natural.There's even a coffee named Elite Blend!You can find all sorts of coffee brewing equipment and supplies here. I bought a shot glass measuring cup to measure either 1 oz or 2 oz.Many thanks again to Pong and Vaneli's for sharing their coffee and wisdom!
The owner, Gene, happened to be in the shop when I went to purchase some whole bean coffee. It's always nice to find someone who is both knowledgeable and personable. This was my first time, though not last, to his store.
A hidden little gem! Highly recommended! Amazing customer service!
Great Staff
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Been drinking coffee for almost 50 years now here, in Europe, and in Mexico. This is the best coffee I have ever tasted. Currently enjoying Ethiopian Sedano. It is absolutely delicious. Lucky I found you at Corti Bros in East Sac.
Rude. No one talked to me. The guy walked by me and didn’t acknowledge my existence. I just walked out.
I came to this place wanting to buy a brewed coffee;however, they don't offer this service. The man in the shop was very kind and knowledgeable about coffee. The shop offers a wide variety of coffee beans and equipment. Bong offered me different kinds of coffee to try. I ended up with free delicious brewed coffee he made me and I bought some coffee beans that I like. The prices unbeatable, usually are at much higher rates other places. Delicious coffee and wonderful customer service!
I called today and asked the person who answered the phone if they sold a particular brand of espresso machine. Instead of answering my question they responded by asking me if I had a chance to look at their website? I responded by saying that doesn't answer my question do you sell the brand or not. You answered my question with a question. It's a simple yes we do or no we don't. She then proceeded to tell me she didn't like the way I was speaking to her. What? I asked her a question plain and simple and she doesn't like the way I'm speaking to her? I'm prepared to spend money on a machine and they have for sure lost a customer! She hung up on me because she didn't like that I asked her simply answer my question. I see all the great reviews on here for this business but that was not my experience.
This place is awesome! This is a place that makes coffee beans and sells coffee making equipment. However the people that woke here are absolutely fabulous. I was looking for an aeropress for a Christmas present, and I learned much more than I even intended to. He showed me how to use the device and on top of that did 3 different types of coffee so that I could sample the difference and learn what kind of coffee I like better. I didn't get a chance to buy their coffee beans yet but the ones I sampled were great. Next time I need anything coffee related I will definitely come here.