Capy Cafe is bringing its capybara mascots and matcha obsession to Folsom, with a new coffee-and-tea spot built around ceremonial-grade green tea and small-batch coffee. The concept leans heavily into East Asian tea traditions while still pouring familiar espresso drinks, positioning the shop as another specialty option in Folsom’s steadily expanding independent cafe scene.
According to the Sacramento Business Journal, Capy Cafe is taking over a space most recently occupied by Aun Brew & Co. for its forthcoming matcha-and-coffee bar. The outlet highlighted the move in a March 30, 2026 piece, framing it as part of a mini wave of specialty beverage openings hitting the area.
What To Expect
Early business listings and customer notes suggest Capy Cafe plans to lean hard into matcha, with ceremonial-grade matcha lattes, layered matcha drinks and Vietnamese-inspired offerings such as ca phe sua da and pandan cookies, according to Yahoo. That listing pegs the address at 1001 E Bidwell St in Folsom and includes recent reviews that single out the matcha’s vivid color and smooth texture. Brand photos showcase a playful capybara theme splashed across drinks and merch, a visual hook clearly designed for both in-person crowds and the inevitable social media photos.
Where It’s Going
The new shop is slated for a storefront along East Bidwell, in a stretch of quick-serve spots and independent cafes that cater to both commuters and nearby residents. The unit’s previous tenant, Aun Brew & Co., had built a modest following with its own tea-forward lineup before the changeover.
A Nod To A Bigger Trend
Capy Cafe’s matcha-centric play fits neatly into a broader Northern California pattern, where cafes are increasingly experimenting with visually striking, dessert-forward drinks that double as both culinary projects and camera-ready content. Industry watchers have pointed to a growing appetite for bold, maximalist beverages that mix solid technique with a bit of novelty. The San Francisco Standard took a closer look at that shift earlier this year.
The Sacramento Business Journal report did not specify an opening date for Capy Cafe’s Folsom location, and the company has yet to share a firm launch timeline publicly. Hoodline will keep an eye on public filings and social media channels for word on the official debut and operating hours.
