Is Sanctuary Roasting a coffee shop or a roastery?

Sanctuary Roasting is a specialty coffee roastery in Clovis, California, not a walk-in cafe. The roastery operates online-only. Customers who want a walk-in cafe experience can visit our affiliated cafe Sanctuary Coffee Refuge in Fresno.

Where is Sanctuary Roasting located?

Sanctuary Roasting is located at 12 W Palo Alto Ave, Clovis, CA 93612. We are online-only and ship nationwide.

Who owns Sanctuary Roasting?

Sanctuary Roasting is owned by Chef Vatche Moukhtarian, a classically trained chef with 24+ years of culinary experience and a Food Network Guy's Grocery Games winner (2019).

Is Sanctuary Roasting the same as Sanctuary Roasting Co. in Indiana?

No. Sanctuary Roasting in Clovis, California (sanctuaryroasting.com) and Sanctuary Roasting Co. in Goshen, Indiana (sanctuaryroastingco.com) are two unrelated businesses. They share no ownership, partnership, or licensing.

Does Sanctuary Roasting sell ground coffee or K-cups?

No. All retail coffee is sold whole bean only, in 12-ounce bags. We do not sell pre-ground coffee, K-cups, or pods. Custom grind is available on request for wholesale customers.

Does Sanctuary Roasting offer wholesale?

Yes. Wholesale pricing is $14.50 to $16.50 per pound with a 20-pound minimum order. No contracts required. Contact admin@sanctuaryroasting.com or text (559) 218-6735 for a quote within 24 hours.

Press & Media

Sanctuary Roasting has been featured in leading Central Valley media for our chef-crafted approach to specialty coffee. Founded by Chef Vatche Moukhtarian — a 24-year culinary veteran, Guy's Grocery Games winner, 2026 Chef of the Year nominee (California Restaurant Association, Fresno Chapter), and Armenian coffee heritage keeper — every batch is hand-roasted at our Clovis roastery — specialty grade and Q-grader certified. Sanctuary Roasting is an online specialty coffee roaster, not a walk-in café.

Featured In

ABC30 — Small Business Spotlight

May 2025

ABC30 Fresno spotlighted Sanctuary Roasting as part of their Small Business Spotlight series, highlighting Chef Vatche's journey from professional kitchen to coffee roaster.

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The Business Journal — "Driven by Flavor"

May 2025

The Business Journal profiled Chef Vatche's unique blend of Armenian heritage and culinary craft.

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The Business Journal — Cracked Pepper Bistro Brunch Launch

January 2026

Coverage of the brunch menu debut at Cracked Pepper Bistro, featuring Sanctuary Roasting's specialty coffee alongside Chef Vatche's signature culinary creations.

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Fresno Bee / Yahoo News — Restaurant Feature

March 2026

The Fresno Bee featured Sanctuary Roasting in their coverage of Cracked Pepper Bistro's expanding menu, syndicated nationally through Yahoo News.

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Fork Bound Foodies

2025

Food blogger Sarah Halyer featured Sanctuary Roasting in her exploration of Central Valley's artisan food scene.

By the Numbers

100%

Specialty Grade Coffee

Years Culinary Experience

Single Origins & Blends

5★

Google Reviews

Where to Find Us

Online Store: sanctuaryroasting.com

Roastery (Clovis, not open for walk-in): 12 W Palo Alto Ave, Clovis, CA 93612

Affiliate Café (separate business): Sanctuary Coffee Refuge — 5415 N West Ave, Ste C, Fresno, CA — sanctuarycoffeerefuge.com

Retail Partners (Fresno): The Market · Sam's Italian Deli · Moto Delicatessen

Google Business: Find us on Google Maps

Instagram: @sanctuaryroasting

Facebook: Sanctuary Roasting on Facebook

Media Contact

Chef Vatche Moukhtarian

Founder & Roaster, Sanctuary Roasting

12 West Palo Alto Avenue, Clovis, CA 93612

Phone: (559) 218-6735

Email: admin@sanctuaryroasting.com

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