The Branch Line

10 4th St Ste 1, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, United States
$$$ Cafe , Vegan restaurant
(74 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Welcome to The Branch Line, a cozy café nestled in Santa Rosa, CA, where a passion for exquisite coffee and delightful plant-based fare takes center stage. Located at 10 4th St Ste 1, this inviting spot captures the essence of community living while offering a menu that celebrates both flavor and freshness.

The moment you step inside The Branch Line, you'll be enveloped by a soft, welcoming atmosphere that sets the perfect backdrop for relaxation and enjoyment. The decor, with touches of natural elements and a cheerful demeanor, draws you in, making it an ideal spot to unwind or catch up with friends.

One of the hallmark features of The Branch Line is its commitment to high-quality, plant-based cuisine. Customers rave about the creamy gluten-free avocado toast, which pairs splendidly with a side of microgreens - a true testament to the café’s dedication to wholesome ingredients. Your taste buds will dance as you savor the vibrant flavors of dishes like the toast topped with vegan cream cheese or the standout brown sugar cinnamon latte, praised by coffee enthusiasts who appreciate its rich and nuanced profile. And don’t overlook the beautifully crafted baked goods— a heavenly gluten-free scone and an array of muffins and bagels that are both artful in presentation and delightful in taste.

As you sip on a meticulously brewed coffee, you might find yourself chatting with the owner, Kim, who is often behind the counter, eager to share recommendations that elevate your experience. Guests appreciate this personal touch, which adds to the café's charm. You might even want to ask Justin about the secret coffee menu – it’s these little surprises that have patrons returning time and time again.

The Branch Line perfectly marries quality with an invitation to linger. With outdoor seating across from a historic train station, you can enjoy the fresh air as you savor your meal. The café's ethos shines through in its thoughtful approach to food, where every item is made with love and care. However, it's important to note that prices are not explicitly listed on the menu, so be sure to inquire before ordering if you're budget-conscious.

Overall, The Branch Line is more than just a café; it’s a local treasure where flavors, community, and sustainability merge seamlessly. So, if you find yourself in the Santa Rosa area, be sure to indulge in this spot—whether you’re in the mood for a standout coffee, a healthful meal, or just a warm and inviting space to enjoy some downtime, The Branch Line delivers it all.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Does not have assistive hearing loop
No wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Serves organic dishes
Quick bite
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
No toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid street parking
Openings Hours

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Thursday

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Friday

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Saturday

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Sunday

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

74 Reviews
nadya perez

29 Aug 2025

Such a great spot! The atmosphere is soft and inviting, the owner Kim took our order and gave my husband and I great coffee suggestions. I myself am not a coffee person but the drink he ordered (brown sugar cinnamon latte) was so yummy and well made! I’ll definitely be coming back here for coffee. I also had the avocado toast which was fresh and tasty. Some of the reviews note that it’s a little pricey here, which I won’t argue against, but everything was also homemade and not pulled from a frozen bag or plastic bottle (including all syrups which are made in house), so I don’t mind the price! It kind of sucks because most of the foot traffic goes across the parking lot to Aroma Roasters, but The Branch Line will be where I head from now on for coffee! my only regret was not getting a muffin.

Peteris Virsnieks

24 Aug 2025

Great plant base food. ordered avocado GF toast with cream cheese and pretty large microgreen salad, will come back for that!

Jennifer Alexandria

01 Aug 2025

I enjoyed the avocado gluten-free toast immensely. So delicious! They had a delightful gluten-free scone as well. It was tasty. Thank you for your impeccable service. Many blessings

Cortney Flather

15 Jul 2025

What a cool place! We had toast with vegan cream cheese, avocado, and greens and it was absolutely delicious with a beautiful presentation. They had vegan/gf baked goods, vegan cheeses among other little snacks for sale and beautiful local flowers. I would highly recommend hitting up this spot if you are in the area! Yum!

Andras Heczey

13 Jun 2025

Coffee with nuanced flavors and locally sourced savory goods. Close to a train station on the first floor of an old brick building is The Branch line coffee shop. Wonderful selection of muffins and tasty bagels. Their coffees are exceptional and worth a trip from the Bay area. Don't forget to ask Justin about the secret coffee menu and the black sesame latte.

Shelly Puri

02 Jun 2025

Delicious almost all vegan café (sells honey) located by the railroad in the town center. Seating is outdoors and the food is absolutely delicious. The menu is relatively small, but the items are all delicious – just beware that the prices for the food items are not listed on the menu and they are not cheap. Be sure to ask how much each item costs before ordering if you are price conscious. I would suggest that the café proactively add prices of the menu items on the menu so that consumers can avoid this step. The food is well presented, and all of the ingredients are very carefully considered and sourced. The folks at the café do not rush you out so it’s a wonderful spot for a leisurely meal. The gluten-free avocado toast is absolutely delicious. The gluten-free pastries are available, but please note that they are very sweet. So if you are watching your sugar intake, one pastry split amongst many should be enough or, opt to not get it. The matcha is also very nice – not bitter and nice and smooth. They are also offer a strawberry matcha with housemade strawberry syrup. Definitely worth a stop for a meal and/or beverage if you are in town.

C A

02 Jun 2025

absolutely beautiful coffee shop, all of the pastries and drinks look like a work of art. you can definitely tell that they care a lot about what they make & put time and care into the quality of food! i got a matcha and the overall quality was amazing and presentation

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