Matcha was good, a bit lighter on the matcha flavor than I prefer but still pleasant. Vanilla latte with almond milk was rough on the tongue, it was not as heavy as expected and the vanilla flavoring was clashing with the coffee flavor. Both drinks were visually pleasing and the service was quick and easy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Brandon B.
I frequent coffee shops 360~ days a year. This is hands down the best coffee in Charlottesville. The best coffee shops are a blend of science, skill, and artistry, with thought and intentionality built into everything by design. From Lone Light's choice of beans to the shop aesthetic, they do it so well. Shout out to Jacob and Ashton, who slay espresso while being awesome to chat with. Honestly, if modern third wave coffee is your jam, this is where you should go.
Andres Reyes De Leon
This is THE COFFE SHOP. This is where you wanna go if you're looking for specialty coffee and skilled baristas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Greg G.
Great staff location great coffee reasonable price and good baked goods and good ambience plus outside seating
Kacie L.
Great small, cozy coffee shop in downtown Charlottesville! The decaf iced coffee was great.
D Ghamandi
Enjoy buying their roasted coffee beans for brewing at homeEspresso drinks are well made
Pietro de Mello
I love Lone Light for work. Now they are open until 4, which makes it easier for me. : ) my dream is that they would open on Sunday too, but I understand that there shouldn't be much movement. Top quality coffee. Clean and comfortable environment.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nick Barrales
Had a cappuccino and a dirty chai latte here, the roast on the coffee was lovely, and the chai had great flavor! A very hipster-y vibe to the place but the product was top notch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kim J.
I enjoyed my experience here. Coffee was good and staff was nice. Support local coffee shops
Joshua Young
This place is the bomb. I’ve tried all the major coffee shops in Cville and Lonelight wears the crown. Atmosphere is max. Smooth-as-butter music. Kind, swaggy staff. Guests are fashionable, that tells me everything I need to know. And of course, the coffee/matcha doesn’t miss. My favorite thing is this little station (see picture).
Got a pour over. Wonderful dark roast. The barista was super helpful and friendly. Gave me a taste of another pour over - just as yummy. Great atmosphere - comfy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrew Owen (heatcreep)
I've been going here for over 6 years now and to this day its still the best coffee shop in C-Ville (and surrounding areas if we're being real) The new space is incredible and their lattes are top notch. I don't make espresso at home anymore unless I've got a bag of High Street blend on hand. Trust me this is the place to stop if you're in town or have a chance to swing by the mall.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marcy Kaufman
We had 2 iced lattes! They were awesome! We had tried a few other coffee joints in the area and Lone Light was far above!
John Kolp
Good latte and good croissant -- not too buttery.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Keith M
These guys make some excellent espresso based drinks. I love taking some time to read while sipping Mochas, Lattes, and coffee and this place doesn't disappoint. It's not a great food spot. Purely a coffee stop. Which is no problem because the greater downtown area nearby has a ton of food options.
Matcha was good, a bit lighter on the matcha flavor than I prefer but still pleasant. Vanilla latte with almond milk was rough on the tongue, it was not as heavy as expected and the vanilla flavoring was clashing with the coffee flavor. Both drinks were visually pleasing and the service was quick and easy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
I frequent coffee shops 360~ days a year. This is hands down the best coffee in Charlottesville. The best coffee shops are a blend of science, skill, and artistry, with thought and intentionality built into everything by design. From Lone Light's choice of beans to the shop aesthetic, they do it so well. Shout out to Jacob and Ashton, who slay espresso while being awesome to chat with. Honestly, if modern third wave coffee is your jam, this is where you should go.
This is THE COFFE SHOP. This is where you wanna go if you're looking for specialty coffee and skilled baristas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great staff location great coffee reasonable price and good baked goods and good ambience plus outside seating
Great small, cozy coffee shop in downtown Charlottesville! The decaf iced coffee was great.
Enjoy buying their roasted coffee beans for brewing at homeEspresso drinks are well made
I love Lone Light for work. Now they are open until 4, which makes it easier for me. : ) my dream is that they would open on Sunday too, but I understand that there shouldn't be much movement. Top quality coffee. Clean and comfortable environment.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a cappuccino and a dirty chai latte here, the roast on the coffee was lovely, and the chai had great flavor! A very hipster-y vibe to the place but the product was top notch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I enjoyed my experience here. Coffee was good and staff was nice. Support local coffee shops
This place is the bomb. I’ve tried all the major coffee shops in Cville and Lonelight wears the crown. Atmosphere is max. Smooth-as-butter music. Kind, swaggy staff. Guests are fashionable, that tells me everything I need to know. And of course, the coffee/matcha doesn’t miss. My favorite thing is this little station (see picture).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Got a pour over. Wonderful dark roast. The barista was super helpful and friendly. Gave me a taste of another pour over - just as yummy. Great atmosphere - comfy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've been going here for over 6 years now and to this day its still the best coffee shop in C-Ville (and surrounding areas if we're being real) The new space is incredible and their lattes are top notch. I don't make espresso at home anymore unless I've got a bag of High Street blend on hand. Trust me this is the place to stop if you're in town or have a chance to swing by the mall.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had 2 iced lattes! They were awesome! We had tried a few other coffee joints in the area and Lone Light was far above!
Good latte and good croissant -- not too buttery.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
These guys make some excellent espresso based drinks. I love taking some time to read while sipping Mochas, Lattes, and coffee and this place doesn't disappoint. It's not a great food spot. Purely a coffee stop. Which is no problem because the greater downtown area nearby has a ton of food options.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5