SIGNAL Coffee Roasters

SIGNAL Coffee Roasters is on Webster Street in Alameda, started by a writer-photographer couple who began roasting at home. They also have a stand at the Ferry Building farmers market. They roast weekly. James, Tiff, Elliott and Tillie are often there. It closes at 4pm. The back patio has dappled light and a fountain, and dogs get treats.

The iced hojicha latte is the drink. Try an ube latte, an iced oat dulce latte, a mocha or seasonal peach mocha. Boichik bagels and a passionfruit pastry are on offer. Come early, since pastries sell out.