Humboldt Bay Coffee Company

eureka's specialty coffee scene is quieter than you'd expect from a coastal california city, which means the places that do it well tend to get found by the people who care most. humboldt bay coffee company, on 2nd street, is one of those places. it's been pulling a loyal following for long enough that the regulars don't really need to explain why, they just keep coming back. if you're passing through the old town district or spending any real time in eureka, this is the kind of independent roaster worth orienting your morning around. the sourcing and roasting happen under the same roof, which keeps the whole operation honest in a way that shows up in the cup. start with whatever single-origin pour-over they're running that week.