Re: owner’s reply ——————————————— Looks like the store not only needs to improve on food safety practices but also how to do PR. See photo of milk being left on the counter under room temperature without any insulation.
Original comment: ——————————————— Their coffee only comes in 1 default size, it may be too big for espresso based drinks, in way that the espresso’s overly diluted. Besides that, something also tasted off with the americano I ordered that’s hard to describe. I suspect it could be that their milk has gone sour…
I like to have some half and half with my coffee but they don’t offer any cream, only whole milk or oat milk. It’s very troublesome to see their gallon of milk’s just sitting on a counter in room temperature, and inside is pretty stuffy with weak AC. Unfortunately has to toss the drink away after one sip due to food safety concerns.
Interior is unique, in a building that used to be a bank.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Nikki A
This place was cool . Walked in for the first time today .. it used to be an old bank so I loved how It looked obviously very spacious ! Plenty of seating. You can still see where the tellers would sit behind the bulletproof glass lol . The coffee spot itself looks cool . Tried the volcano iced . It’s a little pricey 7 dollars for the drink and it wasn’t bad but it didn’t taste 7 dollars worth . Coffee isn’t strong . A little milky . Didn’t really get the Smokey and salty notes as much . It grew on me after drinking it a bit but still nothing wow ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Linda Rendon
Wow!!! What a gem, great place to work or study. Good quality coffee, drink variety is excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chris C
I’ve been visiting this location many times since it opened and never had a bad experience. Can’t wait to go back again, always welcoming vibes and extremely underrated
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rachael Callahan
Such cool and unique vibes. Lots of seating, reliable steady wifi. I got the volcano latte hot: smokey and tasty.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
emmanuel guerrero
PLAY is ruining the orange circle. Parking at the Orange circle used to be free but the owners of play recently began charging customers for parking through a third party called ParkStash.
I guess it’s not enough for the owners of PLAY to overcharge their customers for mediocre coffee, but they gotta gouge the public to park as well.
Richard Arabian
I love everything about this place that is a great spot for a date with a playful vibe. Coffee from all over the world is awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mel G
Great coffee in a beautiful space. It's quite expensive though.
I have a love/hate relationship with Play. Key points: their iced coffees taste like milk with a hint of coffee while their hot coffees are actually quite good. There’s something wrong when an iced shaken maple latte has a huge orange peel and zest in it and is completely overpowered by said orange. When it comes to their pastries, they’re simply not worth the premium that they charge. 1 drink and 2 pastries came out to $20 total which is absurd charging 7 dollars for a mid cookie. All in all, hot drinks and atmosphere is great, everything else is not worth it (I have not tried their matcha so can’t comment on that). Also it’s a mixed bag with the baristas, some are great some are pompous
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Jeena Rudy
Best matcha around and friendly staff
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
AJ Ricci
I was hesitant to have another coffee shop in the Plaza, but safe to say they are a great addition and staple of the downtown. The staff are great and for someone like myself that’s not into the background or logistics of coffee roasting. I can tell they put a lot of care and work into the coffee they serve.The staff are great and very knowledgeable in what they’re making for you and the owners are very nice and you can tell they want to be a part of the community.
Parking: If you park in the back area off N Orange St, that’s clearly marked. Be sure to let the teller know when you order your license plate number. If anything, make sure you keep your receipt.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
joRnS henderson Google Maps Guide
Wow... amazing design!Wonderful experienceStill doin some construction outside but inside is so cool.Gotta check this place out.Very courteous interactions:))We had no idea what we were walking in2...but needless to say we will be coming back to get super charged....often!Highly Recommend ?bSafebHappybWell ?
Parking: Large shared free parking ?️-ing lot behind building.Handicap spots upfront near rear entrance and also has a ramp.Side entrance has Handicap parking spots right in front of side entrance door within THE Circle.Front entrance has very limited street parking.If in wheelchair or walker suggest using the rear entrance. Handicap spots usually available & closest access to entrance with ramp.Inside layout is very open and easy to navigate.
Wheelchair accessibility: Good job with ADA ComplianceOutside is pretty level. No steps except for curbs.Inside layout is VERY open. Navigation is greatStaff is kind 2 All...but from experience & noticing others the Staff finds discreet ways to assist Us even without having to ask. That's pretty cool.If in wheelchair or walker suggest using back lot with ramp and zero traffic.Handicap parking ?️ spots r near side door by bench just around the circle.Also behind building by back entrance the Handicap spots are right next to back entrance that has a ramp.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Sydney Rheeder
Competitively the best coffee in America in my opinion. The cafe is in a beautiful old bank - high ceilings, beautiful design, right on the major square. The design brought in by Play is both fun (expressive colors) and minimal. There are plenty of options for seating, but I wouldn’t call it very comfortable.I got the Volcano as a cappuccino and CHEFS KISS it’s delicious!
Parking: There is public parking in the back - it is a paid parking lot with plenty of spots.
Re: owner’s reply
———————————————
Looks like the store not only needs to improve on food safety practices but also how to do PR. See photo of milk being left on the counter under room temperature without any insulation.
Original comment:
———————————————
Their coffee only comes in 1 default size, it may be too big for espresso based drinks, in way that the espresso’s overly diluted. Besides that, something also tasted off with the americano I ordered that’s hard to describe. I suspect it could be that their milk has gone sour…
I like to have some half and half with my coffee but they don’t offer any cream, only whole milk or oat milk. It’s very troublesome to see their gallon of milk’s just sitting on a counter in room temperature, and inside is pretty stuffy with weak AC. Unfortunately has to toss the drink away after one sip due to food safety concerns.
Interior is unique, in a building that used to be a bank.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
This place was cool . Walked in for the first time today .. it used to be an old bank so I loved how It looked obviously very spacious ! Plenty of seating. You can still see where the tellers would sit behind the bulletproof glass lol . The coffee spot itself looks cool . Tried the volcano iced . It’s a little pricey 7 dollars for the drink and it wasn’t bad but it didn’t taste 7 dollars worth . Coffee isn’t strong . A little milky . Didn’t really get the Smokey and salty notes as much . It grew on me after drinking it a bit but still nothing wow ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Wow!!! What a gem, great place to work or study. Good quality coffee, drink variety is excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve been visiting this location many times since it opened and never had a bad experience. Can’t wait to go back again, always welcoming vibes and extremely underrated
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such cool and unique vibes. Lots of seating, reliable steady wifi. I got the volcano latte hot: smokey and tasty.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
PLAY is ruining the orange circle. Parking at the Orange circle used to be free but the owners of play recently began charging customers for parking through a third party called ParkStash.
I guess it’s not enough for the owners of PLAY to overcharge their customers for mediocre coffee, but they gotta gouge the public to park as well.
I love everything about this place that is a great spot for a date with a playful vibe. Coffee from all over the world is awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great coffee in a beautiful space. It's quite expensive though.
I don't know if there is food
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Really nice spacious atmosphere. Delicious coffee
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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I have a love/hate relationship with Play. Key points: their iced coffees taste like milk with a hint of coffee while their hot coffees are actually quite good. There’s something wrong when an iced shaken maple latte has a huge orange peel and zest in it and is completely overpowered by said orange. When it comes to their pastries, they’re simply not worth the premium that they charge. 1 drink and 2 pastries came out to $20 total which is absurd charging 7 dollars for a mid cookie. All in all, hot drinks and atmosphere is great, everything else is not worth it (I have not tried their matcha so can’t comment on that). Also it’s a mixed bag with the baristas, some are great some are pompous
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Best matcha around and friendly staff
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was hesitant to have another coffee shop in the Plaza, but safe to say they are a great addition and staple of the downtown. The staff are great and for someone like myself that’s not into the background or logistics of coffee roasting. I can tell they put a lot of care and work into the coffee they serve.The staff are great and very knowledgeable in what they’re making for you and the owners are very nice and you can tell they want to be a part of the community.
Parking: If you park in the back area off N Orange St, that’s clearly marked. Be sure to let the teller know when you order your license plate number. If anything, make sure you keep your receipt.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow... amazing design!Wonderful experienceStill doin some construction outside but inside is so cool.Gotta check this place out.Very courteous interactions:))We had no idea what we were walking in2...but needless to say we will be coming back to get super charged....often!Highly Recommend ?bSafebHappybWell ?
Parking: Large shared free parking ?️-ing lot behind building.Handicap spots upfront near rear entrance and also has a ramp.Side entrance has Handicap parking spots right in front of side entrance door within THE Circle.Front entrance has very limited street parking.If in wheelchair or walker suggest using the rear entrance. Handicap spots usually available & closest access to entrance with ramp.Inside layout is very open and easy to navigate.
Wheelchair accessibility: Good job with ADA ComplianceOutside is pretty level. No steps except for curbs.Inside layout is VERY open. Navigation is greatStaff is kind 2 All...but from experience & noticing others the Staff finds discreet ways to assist Us even without having to ask. That's pretty cool.If in wheelchair or walker suggest using back lot with ramp and zero traffic.Handicap parking ?️ spots r near side door by bench just around the circle.Also behind building by back entrance the Handicap spots are right next to back entrance that has a ramp.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Competitively the best coffee in America in my opinion. The cafe is in a beautiful old bank - high ceilings, beautiful design, right on the major square. The design brought in by Play is both fun (expressive colors) and minimal. There are plenty of options for seating, but I wouldn’t call it very comfortable.I got the Volcano as a cappuccino and CHEFS KISS it’s delicious!
Parking: There is public parking in the back - it is a paid parking lot with plenty of spots.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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