Staff was really kind and patient while I decided what I wanted to order. They had my drink out really quick. It was nice and quiet so I could focus on getting some work done.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Teresa Jozwick
Had to stop in because they were recommended to me and so glad I did! Love that it’s a women produced coffee shop and the coffee is pretty delicious too. I had an autumn special iced latte with almond milk. If I didn’t live out of state I’d be a regular!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Zoey Noel
while the coffee and atmosphere were pretty great, the barista wasn’t very inviting. the service was kinda slow like the other comments mentioned, but we also ordered to stay, so that wasn’t an issue for us specifically. the barista’s demeanor probably would deter me from coming in again. he barely spoke and when he did it was short, and he didn’t acknowledge as we went in or smile back when we would smile in gratitude, he seemed annoyed :/
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 2
Steve Cochran
So just passing through Columbia, wanted an Expresso, looked at reviews and picked Shortwaves. I decided on a Latte, it was excellent. Coffee is first and foremost at this place so if you're looking for coffee, this is your place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Teri Brickey
Excellent cappuccino!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Cynthia Boyd
The only place I've ever found an unsweet lavender latte. (And I have done some traveling :). The baristas are always so very kind. Wonderful atmosphere!
Cheyenna Kroll
I was so excited to try some coffee here and buy some coffee to take home this Monday. The atmosphere is great, but the service wasn’t much to brag about. The barista was very short and almost seemed annoyed with my excitement to be there. The coffee was absolutely incredible, however the service did leave a slightly bad taste in my mouth. If I’m ever in the area I would definitely try it out again since the coffee was so good, but if all their staff is snobby and curt I don’t think I would go back again after that.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 2
sylvia cates
Chai? Bussing. Cookie? Bussing. Barista had the sass levels of snookie during a reunion episode—felt like I was being personally humbled. Would I return? Yes. Do I fear them a little? Also yes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 2
Lynelle NH
Cool space located inside an alley. Not a strong sense of urgency with the service, which works if you’re not in a hurry.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 3
Rice Tracy
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, well-stirred honey is of great umbrage in the ‘no soup for you!’ vein.
It never occurred to me using a standard utensil in a standard manner could be so problematic.
I apologize for sweetening and stirring my coffee in your coffee shop. However, not enjoying being screamed at, I am hesitant to return.
Stepped in for a Friday morning coffee. Neat vibe, but a bit dark. Got 2 different pour overs and a chocolate chip cookie. There were two other customers (at least one of which was an employee). The pour overs took longer than any other pour over we have ever ordered. They were decent, but not spectacular. Cookie was underwhelming. I would give it another try, but not seek it out.
Logan Landis
This was my first time going. I went on a Saturday around 10am. The baristas were friendly and made my drink quickly. There was plenty of open seating. The vibe was quiet and cozy. The Wi-Fi was fast. Perfect for doing some work on my laptop.
I had an Iced Caramel Latte and it was one of the best I have had. I heard they make their syrups in house, and for me that just adds to the uniqueness and craft, which I think is cool to have in a small coffee shop like this.
Will be visiting again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary Amanda Haskins
The atmosphere is perfect for meeting a friend or working on a paper. The coffee and tea are amazing with a variety of syrups to flavor your beverage, hot or cold. I think the real hero here is the almond croissant. It is dangerously good! I am specifically writing this review in case anyone else craves a phenomenal almond croissant like I do. Look no further! I am certain the other pastries are just as tasty, but I can’t quit this special find. Seriously, go and get an almond croissant plus one to take home.
Staff was really kind and patient while I decided what I wanted to order. They had my drink out really quick. It was nice and quiet so I could focus on getting some work done.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had to stop in because they were recommended to me and so glad I did! Love that it’s a women produced coffee shop and the coffee is pretty delicious too. I had an autumn special iced latte with almond milk. If I didn’t live out of state I’d be a regular!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
while the coffee and atmosphere were pretty great, the barista wasn’t very inviting. the service was kinda slow like the other comments mentioned, but we also ordered to stay, so that wasn’t an issue for us specifically. the barista’s demeanor probably would deter me from coming in again. he barely spoke and when he did it was short, and he didn’t acknowledge as we went in or smile back when we would smile in gratitude, he seemed annoyed :/
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 2
So just passing through Columbia, wanted an Expresso, looked at reviews and picked Shortwaves. I decided on a Latte, it was excellent. Coffee is first and foremost at this place so if you're looking for coffee, this is your place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent cappuccino!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The only place I've ever found an unsweet lavender latte. (And I have done some traveling :). The baristas are always so very kind. Wonderful atmosphere!
I was so excited to try some coffee here and buy some coffee to take home this Monday. The atmosphere is great, but the service wasn’t much to brag about. The barista was very short and almost seemed annoyed with my excitement to be there. The coffee was absolutely incredible, however the service did leave a slightly bad taste in my mouth. If I’m ever in the area I would definitely try it out again since the coffee was so good, but if all their staff is snobby and curt I don’t think I would go back again after that.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 2
Chai? Bussing. Cookie? Bussing. Barista had the sass levels of snookie during a reunion episode—felt like I was being personally humbled. Would I return? Yes. Do I fear them a little? Also yes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 2
Cool space located inside an alley. Not a strong sense of urgency with the service, which works if you’re not in a hurry.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 3
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, well-stirred honey is of great umbrage in the ‘no soup for you!’ vein. It never occurred to me using a standard utensil in a standard manner could be so problematic. I apologize for sweetening and stirring my coffee in your coffee shop. However, not enjoying being screamed at, I am hesitant to return.
Restaurantji Recommends
Incredible atmosphere and coffee
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome place 😎
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Stepped in for a Friday morning coffee. Neat vibe, but a bit dark. Got 2 different pour overs and a chocolate chip cookie. There were two other customers (at least one of which was an employee). The pour overs took longer than any other pour over we have ever ordered. They were decent, but not spectacular. Cookie was underwhelming. I would give it another try, but not seek it out.
This was my first time going. I went on a Saturday around 10am. The baristas were friendly and made my drink quickly. There was plenty of open seating. The vibe was quiet and cozy. The Wi-Fi was fast. Perfect for doing some work on my laptop.
I had an Iced Caramel Latte and it was one of the best I have had. I heard they make their syrups in house, and for me that just adds to the uniqueness and craft, which I think is cool to have in a small coffee shop like this.
Will be visiting again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The atmosphere is perfect for meeting a friend or working on a paper. The coffee and tea are amazing with a variety of syrups to flavor your beverage, hot or cold. I think the real hero here is the almond croissant. It is dangerously good! I am specifically writing this review in case anyone else craves a phenomenal almond croissant like I do. Look no further! I am certain the other pastries are just as tasty, but I can’t quit this special find. Seriously, go and get an almond croissant plus one to take home.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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