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The Sensory Lab

4.6 ★★★★★ 153 Google reviews · Coffee shop · Coffee roastery

Roasts in-house Cuppings & Classes roasts in-houseclasses & cuppingscozy atmosphere

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847 W Main St
Merced, CA 95340

+1 209-349-8264

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Hours

Monday 7 am–4 pm
Tuesday 7 am–4 pm
Wednesday 7 am–4 pm
Thursday 7 am–4 pm
Friday 7 am–5 pm
Saturday 7 am–5 pm
Sunday 7 am–5 pm

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What's in the cup

What The Sensory Lab is pouring and bagging — straight from customers' own reviews, not our guesswork.

🥄 Cuppings & Classes

“My husband has attending two of the cupping classes and they were such a delightful experience.”

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What regulars say again and again

The things that keep coming up across 153 Google reviews — with a reviewer's own words as proof.

🔥 roasts in-house

“They roast their own beans and it shows.”

🥄 classes & cuppings

“My husband has attending two of the cupping classes and they were such a delightful experience.”

🛋️ cozy atmosphere 6 mentions

“(unless you like the over-sweetened matcha from Starbucks) The atmosphere was great and you feel comfortable.”

What customers say

An absolute gem in the Central Valley - a region not exactly known for its specialty coffee. I would out ASIP up there with Clouds Rest Coffee in Oakhurst for best coffee I’ve had in the CV. Colombian pour over was excellent! 👌

★★★★★ — David, 2025-09

This place is one of a kind. So much space to work, chill, vibe, hang out. They offer events and plenty of coffee tasting experiences! My husband has attending two of the cupping classes and they were such a delightful experience. The owner has done such a great job!

★★★★★ — Audrey, 2025-08

The coffee here is excellent! I haven't tried any of their food, but the coffee every time I come is top notch. They roast their own beans and it shows. The building has so much room so I never feel crowded or in the way. The staff is always so incredibly sweet, and complementary.

★★★★★ — Heather, 2025-08

Sensory Lab in Merced has quickly become one of our favorite spots! The space is huge, beautifully decorated, and thoughtfully organized, creating a relaxed and inviting vibe. We were thrilled to see they now offer breakfast, and it did not disappoint!

★★★★★ — Janna, 2024-11

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