Peets makes the best and most consistent espresso around. I keep coming here because the baristas are trained and never let your shots sit for more than 10 seconds. The chances of getting a properly pulled shot at a ""non-corporate"" coffee house is next to none, and Peets is definitely a lot less cold and corporate than Starbucks. The quality of the roasts used is also excellent, full of flavor and complexity, and much better than Starbucks. The baristas are friendly and the service is quick. The brewed coffee is bitter, however, and I recommend sticking to espresso drinks.
Pros: great espresso, great service, two shots of espresso in 12 oz latte
Cons: brewed coffee is bitter
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