Old World Coffee Lab - Northwest

5020 Las Brisas Blvd Unit A-1, Reno
(775) 391-0189

Recent Reviews

Aaron B

Legit, roasted on site, real craft coffee with chill, friendly service and good num-nums for snacking. Your search for good coffee is done.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Liz S.

$6.75 for a tiny drink. I've been here 3xs. The first time the espresso drink, the mocha, was soooo good, like delicious! The last two times the mochas have tasted nasty!! I don't know why it's so hard to be consistent but maybe the consistency is that the drinks here suck. There's a number of coffee shops I can go to and choose to spend my money there instead. I've given them 2 chances already. Nothing upsets me more than getting a coffee drink and it taste absolutely disgusting. I can't even finish it and it's literally only 5 gulp worths. Soooo disappointing.

Joanne B.

I love trying out different coffee houses and this one has been on my list to try for a while now. it was early afternoon and a little busy but the guy working the bar area was super nice and polite. I told him what my usual was at the larger chain coffee place so he made me one similar to my caramel macchiato with oat milk. It tasted a lot smoother than the one I had been used to. I loved it right away. The parking lot has plenty of space to park and inside is busting with good energy. Very clean and friendly establishment. The only downfall was I wanted a hot coffee drink, and it only came in a 12 oz. I do love the way more coffee houses are offering more dairy free and plant-based choices. I will go back cause I did love the coffee and the good energy I felt inside.So if you are thinking of trying this place out, don't wait, you will enjoy it.

Paul Pointer

Great spot to get coffee and/or some light reading done! Wi-Fi is available if you need to work or mass upload all of your TikTok vids ;)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sofia R.

I absolutely loved this place! Such a cute coffee shop with cute tables and a lot of space. I got the chai latte with oat milk and I will definitely be coming back. Very cute and seems like a good spot to get some work done.

Hend Schuh

This cafe is absolutely amazing! The barista accommodated our needs and gave us an excellent experience! Try the orange blossom latte! Very happy with this

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Frank T

Pretty decent place. The coffee had a strange aftertaste, though. I'm not sure if they gave me decaffeinated instead of regular or not.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Drip Coffee

K A

Absolutely poor quality control on their whole coffee beans. I was on the second 10 ounce bag of whole beans, and I found out the hard way that there were rocks in it! It jammed my $2500 breville coffee espresso machine grinder and absolutely ruined it. I am not pleased and definitely will never be going back. I had been getting my whole beans from HUB coffee for years and years and never once had a rock in my beans. I am furious. Not only were there rocks in it, but also a piece of glass. (See photos).I am only on the second bag from here with rocks, glass, and a ruined breville espresso maker.. I highly recommend not getting beans from here, and if you do, you better check it thoroughly before grinding unless you want a ruined grinder and/or ground up glass in your coffee grinds.

Terrilee Stolberg

The coffee was watery and just warm. The mocha drogata needed more spice for my taste. The waffles and chocolate croissant were awesome.

Jackie V.

I've been coming to Old World Coffee for years to study! I'm a fan of their ambiance when it comes to a good spot to study alone or even with a group of friends. My usual go to's are a Mocha Drogata and their seasonal Lemon Pound Cake latte (my all time fave from here - I wish this was available all year long). I usually order their drinks hot - personally, I do think their drinks taste better hot than iced. Staff is also very friendly as well. One con is that seating can sometimes be limited depending on the time you go. I went to the midtown location more often before this Northwest location opened and sometimes I would end up leaving once I walked in since the seating would be packed and I was looking for a study spot. The Northwest location is smaller in seating, so be mindful when going here to study - you might not get a spot!

Sarah M.

Decided to go here for a Sunday treat with a girlfriend and what a good find! We sat inside because it was rainy outside and the inside is decorated so well and warm. The moment we walked in we were greeted by the friendly baristas who were happy to answer all our questions. I couldn't make up my mind on which flavor latte I wanted (orange or apple) so I asked the barista who recommended apple and I'm so happy he did! The moment they brought it out the aroma of apples filled the air. It didn't taste overly appley but complimented the coffee flavor nicely. We sat for almost two hours enjoying our coffees and great atmosphere. Will definitely be back!

Adam C.

Try the fall apple - maple syrup for a pumpkin spice alternate! It makes steamed milk an amazing treat!

Trena Grantham

Excellent Mocha Latte and brewed coffee here! The almond croissant and blueberry muffin were delicious also.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mocha Drogata

Elizabeth C.

Wow! I loved the Mocha Drogata (chocolate and cayenne). It provided an enjoyable dance between spicy and sweet with each sip I'll admit I was a little awkward with my first sip from the handle-less cup it was served in, but soon found myself balancing the bowl in my hand like a pro rather than tipping it like an awkward child slurping up alphabet soup. The simple, open, decor and floor to ceiling windows made for an open and welcoming feel. The baristas were both friendly, smiling, and helpful. Great vibe, great coffee, great music... I could sit here for hours.

Lina Jarrells

Great coffee and super sweet staff!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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