Very chill setting (indoor and outdoor seating), employees are very polite, coffee isn't too sweet :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vanessa Orasky
They are always helping out the community. Willing to host GirlScouts with their cookie sales, and Poetry Readings, and when Hurricaine Ian knocked out our power years ago they offered us free coffee.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ben
Great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lindsey Rich. Realtor
I think the barista was having an off day, which we all do, he got our order wrong twice so we just drank the last one. Nice atmosphere in and out . Parking is an issue as this place gets busy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Sasha F.
Loved the vibes here!!! They have cozy and eclectic decor inside and seating outside. The staff was SUPER nice and were welcoming. We were a group of 6 and everyone enjoyed their coffee! We had one person score their coffee a 7/10 and that's along because they wished they would've gotten more sweetener. They have A LOT of flavor options for your coffee. I will say, I'm personally not a fan of buddy brew coffee and that is what they serve here. However, I very much enjoyed my drink. Maybe hill crest does something different with the coffee! I will be back!
Jessica Morse
Great View.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jean Banner
My granddaughter loved having coffee time with grandma. We played a shortened version of scrabble and she came from behind to beat me! We loved everything about Hillcrest Coffee.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brenda Colson
Love haveing morning coffee here with friends that I run with on Wednesday mornings.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aaron Maslanik
My favorite coffee shop in Lakeland! Great coffee and atmosphere in a converted historic home near downtown. I recommend sitting on the porch and enjoying the day. ☕️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bagel with Cream Cheese, Quiche of the Day
marcia boyce
Good quiche and latte. Porch could use some new furniture; not the sturdiest.
Hillcrest Coffee feels like entering a cozy sanctuary nestled in an old house turned into a coffee haven. The ambiance exudes charm with its unique decor that perfectly marries vintage vibes with a modern twist. The thoughtfully designed spaces offer a variety of seating options, from comfy nooks to communal tables, making it perfect for solo coffee dates or catching up with friends. And the coffee? It's simply exceptional. Each cup is crafted with precision and care, boasting rich flavors that cater to every coffee enthusiast's palate. Whether you're a latte aficionado or prefer a bold espresso, Hillcrest Coffee delivers a stellar brew every time.The staff here are as warm as the atmosphere, adding a personal touch to your visit. Overall, Hillcrest Coffee isn't just a coffee spot; it's an experience. The combination of superb coffee, inviting ambiance, and friendly service makes it a must-visit for anyone seeking a memorable coffee outing in Lakeland
Susanne V.
Nice little quiet coffee shop away from the busy downtown. It's homey inside and has ample seating outside. An "anyone" kind of place. Got my basic vanilla latte and our guests could get the daily special coffee and flat white, etc. Coffee was excellent. We were there pretty early and they were sold out of any type of pastries. But definitely worth the stop for a coffee.
Steven Book
So I ordered an iced caramel macchiato and an iced gingerbread latte. As a former barista and avid coffee enthusiast I can say neither tasted very good. It’s my belief that the syrups they use may be the culprit. Also a macchiato should always be layered. They did offer to fix this and were very nice. Beautiful environment, very friendly staff. Maybe consider making your own syrups.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Cristina G
Really nice place, has antique style furniture and feels cozy. Coffee was really good and tasty pastries. Great customer service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Deziree Rosbeck
When you want a nice coffee to sit back and relax. The bagels are amazing especially the asiago cheese bagel. They have board games, live music or bring your computer for work.
Very chill setting (indoor and outdoor seating), employees are very polite, coffee isn't too sweet :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They are always helping out the community. Willing to host GirlScouts with their cookie sales, and Poetry Readings, and when Hurricaine Ian knocked out our power years ago they offered us free coffee.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I think the barista was having an off day, which we all do, he got our order wrong twice so we just drank the last one. Nice atmosphere in and out . Parking is an issue as this place gets busy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Loved the vibes here!!! They have cozy and eclectic decor inside and seating outside. The staff was SUPER nice and were welcoming. We were a group of 6 and everyone enjoyed their coffee! We had one person score their coffee a 7/10 and that's along because they wished they would've gotten more sweetener. They have A LOT of flavor options for your coffee. I will say, I'm personally not a fan of buddy brew coffee and that is what they serve here. However, I very much enjoyed my drink. Maybe hill crest does something different with the coffee! I will be back!
Great View.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My granddaughter loved having coffee time with grandma. We played a shortened version of scrabble and she came from behind to beat me! We loved everything about Hillcrest Coffee.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love haveing morning coffee here with friends that I run with on Wednesday mornings.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My favorite coffee shop in Lakeland! Great coffee and atmosphere in a converted historic home near downtown. I recommend sitting on the porch and enjoying the day. ☕️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bagel with Cream Cheese, Quiche of the Day
Good quiche and latte. Porch could use some new furniture; not the sturdiest.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Quiche of the Day
Restaurantji Recommends
Hillcrest Coffee feels like entering a cozy sanctuary nestled in an old house turned into a coffee haven. The ambiance exudes charm with its unique decor that perfectly marries vintage vibes with a modern twist. The thoughtfully designed spaces offer a variety of seating options, from comfy nooks to communal tables, making it perfect for solo coffee dates or catching up with friends. And the coffee? It's simply exceptional. Each cup is crafted with precision and care, boasting rich flavors that cater to every coffee enthusiast's palate. Whether you're a latte aficionado or prefer a bold espresso, Hillcrest Coffee delivers a stellar brew every time.The staff here are as warm as the atmosphere, adding a personal touch to your visit. Overall, Hillcrest Coffee isn't just a coffee spot; it's an experience. The combination of superb coffee, inviting ambiance, and friendly service makes it a must-visit for anyone seeking a memorable coffee outing in Lakeland
Nice little quiet coffee shop away from the busy downtown. It's homey inside and has ample seating outside. An "anyone" kind of place. Got my basic vanilla latte and our guests could get the daily special coffee and flat white, etc. Coffee was excellent. We were there pretty early and they were sold out of any type of pastries. But definitely worth the stop for a coffee.
So I ordered an iced caramel macchiato and an iced gingerbread latte. As a former barista and avid coffee enthusiast I can say neither tasted very good. It’s my belief that the syrups they use may be the culprit. Also a macchiato should always be layered. They did offer to fix this and were very nice. Beautiful environment, very friendly staff. Maybe consider making your own syrups.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Really nice place, has antique style furniture and feels cozy. Coffee was really good and tasty pastries. Great customer service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
When you want a nice coffee to sit back and relax. The bagels are amazing especially the asiago cheese bagel. They have board games, live music or bring your computer for work.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bagel with Cream Cheese