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What to order
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Avocado Toast
One of the most frequently praised items, recommended multiple times for being delicious, customizable with toppings, and especially good with the 6-minute egg or on a biscuit.
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Lavender Latte
Mentioned repeatedly as a standout coffee drink, with reviewers calling it absolute perfection and one of the best lavender lattes they’ve had.
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Coffee
General coffee is consistently praised across reviews for being rich, balanced, high quality, and well-made, with especially strong espresso drinks.
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Breakfast Sandwich
Recommended for being filling and tasty, with one reviewer specifically enjoying the breakfast sandwich as part of a great brunch/lunch combo.
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Grilled Cheese With Bacon
Highlighted for its buttery, crispy, perfectly toasted bread and the way the cheese and bacon worked together well.
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Loaded Banana Bread With Peanut Butter And Banana
Described as exquisite, with a satisfying flavor and texture that was surprisingly not too heavy.
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Wild River Toast
Called amazing by a reviewer who singled it out as a memorable menu item.
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Parmesan Leek Pastry
Praised as delicious, with reviewers also noting that the in-house pastries and syrups taste especially fresh.
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Cinnamon Bun
Recommended for its wonderful taste, with a reviewer specifically noting the cardamom flavor.
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Shark Board
Mentioned positively for its great selection of cheese and prosciutto, along with the pear jam.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM to 7 PM |
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| Tuesday | 7 AM to 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM to 7 PM |
About The Pour Choice
The Pour Choice is a coffee shop, beer garden, cafe, small plates restaurant, and wine bar in Auburn, California. It is located in downtown and historic Old Auburn on Sacramento Street, with indoor, outdoor, and upstairs seating across multiple levels. Reviewers consistently praise the avocado toast, coffee, beer selection, and the relaxed but lively atmosphere, along with friendly service. It is also noted for breakfast, brunch, and lunch, with a price range of $10 to $20.
Amenities
From the business
- Small business
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
- Live music
- Live performances
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Prepared foods
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is The Pour Choice known for?
It is best known for avocado toast, coffee, and its beer selection, especially in the Old Auburn downtown setting. Reviewers also call out the outdoor patio and multi-level seating, which make it a popular stop for breakfast, brunch, or a drink after walking around town.
What dishes are most recommended at The Pour Choice?
The most frequently recommended items include avocado toast, the grilled cheese with bacon, wild river toast, the breakfast biscuit sandwich, and the loaded banana bread with peanut butter and banana. Reviewers also mention the jalapeño bacon deviled egg and the version of avocado toast served on a biscuit with egg and goat cheese.
What is the atmosphere like at The Pour Choice?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and trendy, with a relaxed feel spread across three levels and a strong outdoor patio presence. It suits solo diners, groups, and people who want to work on a laptop, and reviewers often mention the scenic downtown Auburn location and live music or performances.
Is The Pour Choice good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $10 to $20, and reviewers describe the food and drinks as reasonably priced or standard for the area. People mention getting a filling breakfast sandwich, coffee, or a sandwich and feeling like the portions and quality matched the cost.
When is the best time to visit The Pour Choice?
It can get busy, especially during breakfast and brunch hours, and several reviewers mention lines or difficulty finding parking when it is crowded. For a quieter visit, people seem to enjoy stopping in on a weekday or pairing a coffee and meal with a walk through Old Auburn.
Is parking available at The Pour Choice?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does The Pour Choice have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Pour Choice offers vegan options.
Is The Pour Choice kid-friendly?
Yes, The Pour Choice is good for kids.
