Shortwave Coffee
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915 Alley A, Columbia
(573) 214-0880
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It’s explicably unpleasant staff.
The coffee was fine and it’s totally normal to sweeten coffee with a variety of sweeteners. I’m a honey person. Added honey when picking up my drink, used a spoon to stir it in - also a totally normal coffee-preparing activity. The staff person lost their mind, screaming at me, ‘give me that spoon!’ I quickly acquiesced the spoon to them so they could officiously and loudly with great disgust throw it in a bus tub. Apparently,...read full review
Alley location features industrial decor and quiet place to study or meet up. Friendly, hard-working staff. Abra mixed up a good iced latte. Highly recommend.
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| Monday | 8AM - 4PM |
| Tuesday | 8AM - 8PM |
| Wednesday | 8AM - 8PM |
| Thursday | 8AM - 8PM |
| Friday | 8AM - 8PM |
| Saturday | 8AM - 8PM |
| Sunday | 8AM - 8PM |
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Shortwave Coffee is a popular coffee shop known for its incredible coffee, tea, and perfect ambiance for studying and socializing. Customers praise the jazzy atmosphere, chill vibes, and friendly staff. The Moroccan mint ice tea, matcha, and mint mayday drinks are particularly well-liked, along with the delicious pastries, despite the slightly higher prices.
The coffee shop is praised for its clean and cozy space, with a warm wood theme creating a unique and welcoming atmosphere. The in-house roaster is exceptional, offering outstanding flavor profiles, including an Ethiopian pour-over. The larger 9th Street location is also fantastic, but the original Alley A spot has a special charm.
Staff is friendly and patient, quickly serving drinks and providing a quiet environment perfect for focusing on work. Customers appreciate the laid-back vibe, which makes it easy to get work done while enjoying background conversations and soft music. The downtown location is convenient, and the overall experience is enhanced by the helpful and lively staff. The coffee and food remain consistently good, with the cold brew often considered the best in the area. Whether stopping in for a latte, chai, or pastry, visitors find Shortwave Coffee to be a welcoming and enjoyable spot for coffee lovers.