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Our story

A garage roaster that got out of hand.

Kern River Coffee started as a weekend hobby and a folding table at the farmers market. In 2020 we signed a lease on River Walk Drive, dragged the roaster out of the garage, and never looked back.

We're not trying to be the biggest shop in town — just the one that knows your name, pulls your shot right, and gives you a good reason to slow down for ten minutes.

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The crew

The people behind the bar

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Maria Delgado

Owner & Head Roaster

Started roasting in her garage in 2018. Now she runs the Probat and still pulls Saturday shifts on bar.

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Danny Whitfield

General Manager

Keeps the line moving and knows half of Bakersfield by name and order.

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Sam Nguyen

Head Baker

In at 4am so the cinnamon knots are warm at 6. We forgive the flour everywhere.

Around the shop

Life at Kern River