Cherry Bean Coffee Roasting Co.

Cherry Bean Coffee Roasting Co. has been roasting in Old Town Salinas for over 30 years. It's roomy and relaxed, with local art, indoor seating and sidewalk tables. There's free wifi, and pets are welcome. Owner Todd and his staff greet regulars by name.

They roast in-house, with a rotating lineup of single origins and blends from around the world. The Central American coffees are the favorites, and prices are often lower than in bigger cities.

You can buy any of their beans whole or freshly ground, and they ship to customers who've moved away. The staff will help you pick something for your brewer.