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Penny University

4.8 ★★★★★ 110 Google reviews · Cafe

Espresso cozy atmosphere

Coffee, tea, light fare, beer, and wine are on offer at this relaxed specialty shop.

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1202 J St
Modesto, CA 95354

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Hours

Monday 7 AM–3 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–8 PM
Thursday 7 AM–8 PM
Friday 7 AM–8 PM
Saturday 7 AM–8 PM
Sunday 7 AM–3 PM

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What's in the cup

What Penny University is pouring and bagging — straight from customers' own reviews, not our guesswork.

Espresso 2 mentions

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What regulars say again and again

The things that keep coming up across 110 Google reviews — with a reviewer's own words as proof.

🛋️ cozy atmosphere 4 mentions

“The ambiance is so cozy and comfortable, it feels like a place you can stay for hours and hours.”

What customers say

Awesome coffee! I've been getting coffee from Penny University every Thursday and Saturday since they started at the Farmer's market over a year ago. The service and coffee is phenomenal.

★★★★★ — Spencer, 2024-11

I don’t exactly remember the names of these drinks, but these are the hot chocolate mocha drink with latte art and the Hay Day (matcha) at Penny University! It’s so cool that they just opened like two weeks ago too!

★★★★★ — Monique, 2024-09

Penny University is such a breath of fresh air to downtown Modesto. The ambiance is so cozy and comfortable, it feels like a place you can stay for hours and hours. I had a pumpkin spice latte, the breakfast sandwich and biscuit with jam. The latte was delicious, not too sweet, huge fall vibes.

★★★★★ — Molly, 2024-10

Penny University Coffee is one of my absolute favorite spots in downtown Modesto. The coffee is delicious, the food is amazing, and the atmosphere is always fun and welcoming. I especially love their cozy little library corner with the comfy couch. It is the perfect place to relax or catch up with a friend.

★★★★★ — Jaci, 2025-06

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