Skip to main content
Who Makes The
BEST COFFEE
US Brand Directory
San Diego, California · Specialty Coffee Brand Deep Dive

Seven Seas Roasting Co.

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Seven Seas Roasting Co.; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Origin / region level
TagsSeven Seas Roasting Co.California coffee roastersBoliviaColombiaIndonesiaPhilippinesJamaicaThailandLaosIndependentOrigin / region levelRoasts in-house
Visit Seven Seas Roasting Co.'s site

Seven Seas Roasting Co. is a San Diego-based specialty coffee roaster that prioritizes direct-trade relationships and global exploration to source unique micro-lot beans. Founded by a Navy veteran, the company emphasizes ethical sourcing and small-batch roasting to bridge cultural gaps through coffee. They operate multiple locations in Southern California, maintaining a focus on community connection and high-quality, adventurous flavor profiles.

Ownership
Seven Seas Roasting Co. is an independent, veteran-owned company founded by Eric Dobbs.
Founded
2017
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
The brand is known for its adventurous, direct-trade sourcing practices, including being the first American company to import specialty coffee from Laos, and its focus on micro-lot coffees.
Sourcing countries
Bolivia · Colombia · Indonesia · Philippines · Jamaica · Thailand · Laos
Farm-level sourcing
The brand emphasizes direct relationships with farmers to ensure higher wages and quality, focusing on micro-lot coffees. While they highlight their direct-trade model and specific regions, they do not consistently publish the names of individual farms or farmers for every offering on their website.
Documented coffee offerings

Coffees researched from Seven Seas Roasting Co.

These are examples recorded during editorial research on Nov 8, 2026. They are not a live product feed. The coffee, lot, price, and availability may have changed. We have not necessarily brewed these coffees ourselves.

Signature Espresso Blend

Costa Rica, Colombia, and Ethiopia

This blend features a sugary sweetness, a voluptuous body, and a rich, sweet crema.

Original roaster or listing source

Black Condor Project | Tolima, Colombia

Tolima, Colombia

The roaster does not provide specific tasting notes for this coffee on the product page.

Original roaster or listing source

External customer, cafe, marketplace, and class ratings are not comparable measures of the quality of an individual coffee. We do not convert them into original tasting scores or brand-wide star ratings. Our independent reviews are published separately after a coffee has actually been brewed and evaluated.

Verify original product sources

Retailer information: Seven Seas Roasting Co.

Documented physical retailers
Seven Seas Roasting Co. South Park
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's original brick-and-mortar cafe located at 1947 Fern St, San Diego, CA.
Physical
Seven Seas Roasting Co. Leucadia
Historical source note (not live inventory): A cafe location situated on the bottom floor of the Alila Marea hotel in Encinitas, CA.
Physical
Seven Seas Roasting Co. Aliso Viejo
Historical source note (not live inventory): A retail coffee shop located in Aliso Viejo, CA.
Physical
Documented online sources
Seven Seas Roasting Co.'s online shop
Historical source note (not live inventory): The brand's official website offering whole bean coffee and cold brew products for nationwide shipping.
Website
DoorDash
Historical source note (not live inventory): Provides local pickup and delivery services for coffee bags and cafe items from the South Park location.
Website

I verified three physical cafe locations in California and the brand's own e-commerce platform; while the brand mentions wholesale operations, no specific third-party retail partners were identified.

These references come from public store locators, retailer listings and brand materials — last checked Oct 9, 2026. They are research links, not proof of current stock or a buying recommendation. Verify availability, price and location directly with the source.
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Seven Seas Roasting Co., as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-02-23 · San Diego & Imperial Small Business Development Center
Seven Seas Coffee: A Journey From One Tent to a Thriving Local Legacy

The San Diego & Imperial SBDC profiled Seven Seas Roasting Co., highlighting its growth from a 2017 farmers market tent to a five-location enterprise. The report notes the company has secured $2.6 million in capital funding and currently employs 38 people.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-02. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand emphasizes direct-trade relationships and farm-level sourcing in their marketing, I could not verify a comprehensive list of specific farm names or producers for their current coffee offerings.

Your coffee interests. Every section.

Learn something new, follow the people behind your cup, or explore by flavor and tags.