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Philz Coffee
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 13, 2026
Philz Coffee

Philz Coffee

Acquired Subsidiary

Specialty coffee brand founded in San Francisco in 2003, known for handcrafted personalized drinks and neighborhood cafe culture.

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San Francisco, CA, US
Founded
2003
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Philz Coffee crafts personalized, made-to-order coffee drinks from sustainably sourced beans roasted at its Oakland facility. Founded by Phil and Jacob Jaber in San Francisco in 2003, the brand has grown to more than 75 cafes across California and Chicago, with additional wholesale and online channels.

In August 2025, private equity firm Freeman Spogli acquired Philz Coffee. CEO Mahesh Sadarangani, who joined in 2021, continues to lead the company alongside the existing leadership team. The company remains committed to its mission of delivering high-quality, handcrafted coffee and building community through its neighborhood cafe culture.

Philz Coffee - M & A Snapshot

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  • Freeman Spogli

    Acquired Philz Coffee • Undisclosed • Aug 1, 2025

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Philz Coffee - Quick Facts

Who are Philz Coffee's competitors?

Companies similar to Philz Coffee include Blue Bottle Coffee, Craft Coffee, YesPlz and Parlor Coffee.

When was Philz Coffee founded?

Philz Coffee was founded in 2003.

Where is Philz Coffee's headquarters located?

Philz Coffee's headquarters is located in San Francisco, CA, US.

How much has Philz Coffee raised to-date?

As of Aug 1, 2025, Philz Coffee has raised a total of $75M (USD).

Philz Coffee - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Coffee
  • Tea
Tags
  • eCommerce
  • Retail
NAICS
  • 310000Manufacturing
  • 311000Food Manufacturing
  • 311900Other Food Manufacturing
  • 311920Coffee and Tea Manufacturing
SIC
  • 2000Food And Kindred Products
  • 2090Miscellaneous Food Preparations And Kindred Products
  • 2095Roasted Coffee
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NAICS
  • 312100Beverage Manufacturing
  • 440000Retail Trade
  • 720000Accommodation and Food Services
  • 722000Food Services and Drinking Places
  • 722500Restaurants and Other Eating Places
  • 722510Restaurants and Other Eating Places
  • 722515Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars
  • 312000Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing
SIC
  • 2080Beverages
  • 5800Eating and drinking places
  • 5810Eating And Drinking Places
  • 5900Miscellaneous Retail