Ballast Coffee
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The best Coffee!! Love it better than Starbucks or Peets. Friendly,
Great coffee and a nice place to work late night.
Dont walk….RUN!! Wow, I probably just had the best matcha latte in the city here (my order: light ice, half the amount of milk, with oat milk, and with honey). Love that the matcha hand whisked to order. The matcha tastes so vibrant and fresh without any trace of bitterness. Paired with a warmed up original mochi muffin, and it was a perfect Sunday pick me up.
The staff working the counter today sun 6/7 in the afternoon were also very nice and welcoming. I had made...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 7:30AM - 6PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30AM - 6PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30AM - 6PM |
| Thursday | 7:30AM - 6PM |
| Friday | 7:30AM - 6PM |
| Saturday | 7:30AM - 5PM |
| Sunday | 7:30AM - 5PM |
Ballast Coffee is a charming spot for a late coffee or remote work. The cafe serves dark roast coffee and can accommodate special requests. It features multiple spaces for studying or working, including a cozy outdoor area and a quiet study room in the back. The menu offers unique items like ube lattes, barako, and ballast signature drinks, as well as mochi donuts, veggie quiche, and chicken empanada with chimichurri. Despite being busy, the service is quick and attentive, although some customers have noted service issues during crowded times. The ube latte remains a standout, with rich flavor that pairs well with the coffee. Many consider it the best they’ve tried, and the lattes are smooth and well-balanced.
The cafe has undergone recent renovations, which have changed some of its charm. The hours have been reduced from 8pm to 5pm on weekdays, making it less ideal for late-night work or study sessions. Some seating has been removed, and the atmosphere in the back room now feels more conference-like. While the coffee and service are praised, some customers feel the cafe has lost some of its special qualities. Despite these changes, Ballast Coffee continues to be a cozy local spot perfect for a coffee break or remote work session, although there are suggestions for improved outdoor seating and better management of busy times.