SIGNAL Coffee Roasters

Jamie Grove a month ago

Probably fine for a latte or whatever. If you’re looking for spro, skip it. Pictured here is an over-extracted mess. I won’t offend your eyes with a before picture… 😅 Staff admitted they don’t pull many quad’s and the reaction to mine was “woah” like I’d ordered a coffee unicorn. Production is waaay too slow. Dosing with scales instead of feel. Every movement hesitant instead if confident. Maybe it’s lack of training. Maybe it’s lack of volume. But honestly if this is the typical experience I’d pull espresso off the menu.

Sofia Jaimes a month ago

Came here and Eliza (working the front) was so welcoming and helpful! We tried a latte, oatmeal cookie, and the breakfast sandwiches- they were all delicious!! Giselle made the coffee on point. Definitely will be coming again. Love this place 🩷

Austin Zhuang 5 months ago

Honestly I didn't know what to expect when entering this place -- other than the fact that I knew I was in for a treat of speciality drinks and more. Originated in San Francisco, they're locally roasted and transported to this side of the East Bay, and I'm so grateful it's steps away from the Downtown Berkeley BART Station. The seating is quite limited, so it depends on what time you get there -- but I will say that their drinks are PHENOMENAL. The aroma of the arabica beans really ring through the whole coffee shop, and their pastries are no different. I got their ube latte and sweet ricotta toast, both of which were absolutely delicate. The ube latte, paired with oat milk, made it absolutely creamy and sweet, without having to worry about the lactose portion of the things. Ambiance was okay -- I just wish it was a little more spacious, with better access to the coffee bar. There was a line there, but honestly, not too bad of a wait. The baristas were nice and very chill, and very helpful when it came to coffee drink suggestions.

Cai 8 months ago

Signal is a local coffee chain & roaster featuring mainly medium to dark roast beans. Overall solid coffee but on the pricier side compared to many local coffee chains in the Bay. The ube latte was good but the flavor of ube itself does not shine through as I would’ve liked. I’ve been to Signal coffee a few times at the SF Ferry Plaza Famers market so it’s good to visit the shop. This particular location is a bit small and although I see students studying here from campus, it’s not the most spacious for extended stay. Will try the pastries next time!

Kristina Kouris a year ago

I stopped in here around 4 pm before going to the Study Hall rooftop across the street since I had 30 min to spare. There were some people sitting/ eating for coffee but no line to order. No one really greeted us when we walked in and took a few min for them to say they would be with us which is fine as it was only two of them making food items & coffee. It wasn't the fastest service, but they were friendly and answered by questions. There is a nice variety of pastries to choose from. I got a chocolate chip cookie, and it was standard, good. I got the GPL, Great Pumpkin Latte which is the seasonal drink. It was made pretty quickly & looked delish. Tasted so creamy with a hint of pumpkin. Wasn't too pumpkiny, but was a solid latte. My friend got the espresso tonic, which I think is an acquired taste. There is some seating at the wall and a little couch nook to sit at to enjoy your drinks. Also some outside seating. I am never in Berkeley, but I would come back when I'm in town. I could see drinks/ food taking a while if it is busy, so l may avoid it at prime time.