The best cafes in Davis

5 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Cloud Forest Cafe

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Homey, art-lined coffeehouse serving thoughtfully sourced light bites & drinks in handmade mugs.

222 D St

“Homey, art-lined coffeehouse serving thoughtfully sourced light bites & drinks in handmade mugs.”

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Temple Coffee

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Coffee shop offering a variety of espressos & rare java options made with carefully sourced beans.

239 G St

“Coffee shop offering a variety of espressos & rare java options made with carefully sourced beans.”

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Philz Coffee

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Philz Coffee is your chill downtown Davis fix this week, brewing every drink one cup at a time and tailoring it exactly how you like.…

521 2nd St

“Philz Coffee is your chill downtown Davis fix this week, brewing every drink one cup at a time and tailoring it exactly how you like. Expect bold custom blends, bright teas, and pastry sidekicks that make study breaks and catch-ups feel a little more put together.”

From the Davis newsletter, August 23, 2026

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Groundstack Coffee

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Over in Stockton’s Miracle Mile, Groundstack Coffee geeks out on Cold Brew and Aeropress, crafting cups with real ingredients like spices,…

3210 Pacific Ave (Stockton)

“Over in Stockton’s Miracle Mile, Groundstack Coffee geeks out on Cold Brew and Aeropress, crafting cups with real ingredients like spices, fruits, nuts and root grinds for big flavor. Grab a Norcal’s City Baking Co pastry, check the local art or a Monday comedy night, then call it a day.”

From the Manteca newsletter, August 22, 2026

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Twigs Coffee

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Twigs Coffee makes caffeine runs painless with easy online ordering for coffee and food, plus the kind of neighborhood vibe Stockton…

4633 Pacific Ave (Stockton)

“Twigs Coffee makes caffeine runs painless with easy online ordering for coffee and food, plus the kind of neighborhood vibe Stockton families keep coming back to. Keep it on your Tracy list for a quick, reliable pick-me-up when your to-do list refuses to slow down.”

From the Lodi newsletter, August 21, 2026

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