Proving Ground Coffee Roaster & Café

180 Columbia Centre Dr, Columbia
(618) 281-6652

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stephanie graham

Love this place! Plenty of room and seating. Which means that I never have to wait for a table. Order at the counter and take a seat with your number. Relaxed atmosphere. Great for studying.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The Veredictine

I absolutely loved this coffee spot, from the moment I walked in the atmosphere felt warm and inviting, the coffee was nice, rich, smooth, and perfectly brewed, the staff were friendly and welcoming, whether you’re looking for a quick pick-me-up or a cozy place to relax, this café is definitely worth a visit, highly recommended

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

shayna golden

Best Matcha around. Loved the environment and is very aesthetic. Would highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jacob Anderson-Little

Just having some good coffee is one of the joys of being human. Being educated about coffee and the benefits of quality by owner Jake Gonzalez Gonzalez has genuinely helped give me the energy to continue my education as an adult. The hot coffee drinks are always unique and later in the day I can actually feel a difference. Ex: (gets something done) “oh yeah I had proving grounds today. Right now I’m having a cold brew in the new 20 ounce size. It’s very flavorful and gentle. My friends and I prioritize going here any time we are out for a coffee.

Thank you Jake and team!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mark Miller

My first time here at this restaurant. Very nice staff, friendly and kind! Clean restrooms, and an added plus! They have a baby changing table, and the owner greeted me at the counter. The food was delicious 😋 and hot! I'm impressed with my first visit! 5 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Elizabeth Surmeier

Beautiful interior, love the ceiling and copper walls! The food was phenomenal and so was the coffee, I had the Bee Sting and it was delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

D. Brown

Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area. Great coffee, tasty food, friendly staff.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sherry Wirth

First time here. Salad was good, didn’t care for the Dijon citrus dressing (ordered on side) and they switched it for me to the Avocado ranch-delicious. My mom had the chicken salad and said it was good. We both had iced tea. I do not care for artificial sweeteners and the white sugar shaker was empty. I politely set it on the counter and returned 10 min later to where it was placed back into the wooden holder still empty. There were NO customers at the register or the counter, I asked the 2 ladies behind the counter if there was any more sugar to which one said that there were packets. I said there weren’t any and she stormed around the counter and pointed to the artificial sweetener packets. I politely said I prefer plain sugar. She snatched the sugar jar/shaker and said “It’ll be awhile”.
The other woman looked at me and nicely said “she will get it but it may take a few minutes.”
We were on a lunch break so I had to leave my $3.50 3/4 full iced tea on the table when it was time to go.
Being my first experience here, food was decent. Rudeness top notch. Thank you to the young lady who was polite. I may or may not try this place again. Don’t ask for tips at your register if you aren’t going to be courteous. I was only asking for sugar.
Cute place. Patio looked inviting although we ate inside and were very comfortable.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 2

Jake Little

The coffee is unbelievable and they clearly focus on every detail in the menu They also continuously improve the space both indoor and outdoor. Thank you for serving me and my goals in this way!- Jake

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

erika felker

The staff were friendly and helpful.. the apple french is delightful.. it's FALL on a plate

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

James Woods

Staff and food are great, reasonably priced. Coffee is much better than Starbucks.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

M D

Breakfast was good here, very large portion! Cool
place liked the decor. Good gf options too

Stevie Aponte

This is a great place for good coffee and pastries, and they also have vegan breakfast options

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 4

Amelia H

The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, the food was delicious, and the coffee was honestly the best I’ve ever had. I even ended up buying a bag of their beans. Definitely worth a visit!

Christian Goodman

Very yum yum orange juice

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Proving Ground Coffee Roaster & Café

180 Columbia Centre Dr, Columbia, IL 62236
(618) 281-6652