Honestly very surprised this place has a high of a rating at it does. I was hit with the smell of garbage the minute I walked in the door, which should've been enough to make me leave, but I've heard good things so I thought I'd give them a chance. I was greeted promptly, and they were kind enough to give me time to look over the menu. I ended up ordering some sort of croissant and an iced latte. The second employee, who took my order, microwaved my food inside a plastic container. When, in shock, I asked if that's what she did (the plastic container was hot), she confirmed and didn't understand my issue. I had to explain that it's very bad for your health and the food to microwave in plastic (not something I would have to expect to explain to someone in 2024). I tried to let her know as nice as I could that I didn't want to take the croissant, and that it was no big deal, they could just have it. She was very insistent on microwaving me a second one on a plate and then putting into the packaging for me. I didn't want to argue, since she was already looking at me like I was a crazy person, so I just said fine. I'm still not going to eat it, as she definitely gave me the "I don't care about food safety" vibe, and that's unsettling in a food service setting. I'll stick with coffee shops that heat their food in ovens. My drink was ok, but the flavoring was very overpowering and has left a gross artificial sugar taste in my mouth. I spent way too much on this and expected so much more. After all the good things I've heard, I am very disappointed. I won't be back.
T “Timo2278” R
My wife and I love their white coffee. If you want to get your caffeine in a hurry go with the white coffee.
Tracy Heinze
We meet up here with family a few times each year. The coffee is great and the prices are reasonable. Very relaxing and welcoming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
R P
Waited for at least 5 minutes at the front counter to be acknowledged. I was picking up an EatStreet order and they completely forgot to make it. I watched them only help drive through people that got there after I did. I knew I’d be late for work if I had to wait any longer so I told the barista that I didn’t want it. She then argued me and said it would take 2 minutes to make. No apology and very poor customer service. Order was supposed to be ready at 7:25 and I didn’t get it til 7:40. I would have preferred a refund at that point but the girl working clearly didn’t care. Not only was I in a mad rush to then get to work on time but I also had to scarf my burrito down while driving. I get mistakes happen and that it was busy but the lack of respect I received is inexcusable. I will never be back and I hope no one else will receive the horrible service that I did. Either pay your employees well enough to make them care or don’t leave them understaffed. Your customers shouldn’t have to suffer the consequences of your poorly ran business.
217 South Mills
Just makes you feel like you are at an up north cabin. Love the fresh coffee and the welcoming staff. Can’t say enough about this place. My new go to coffee shop.
Mary A.
Great service, very friendly and accommodating. Delicious skim Vanilla latte. This is my go to coffee house whenever I am in Altoona.
Bill Ferrario
Love this place. Make an effort to stop in every time I’m passing through.
Lousy business model for running a business anymore. Ordered a standard medium coffee. Menuboard lists $2.85. I thought with tax it would be $3 even. Nope. Get to the window, and it's $3.01 with a HUGEASS tip jar right in front. I'm SO GD tired of the way every place is pushing for tips so hard. Prices are exorbitant enough as is (the coffee was only a 12oz and nothing that would set off any fireworks over it). I pocket the two pounds in coins in change I got and drove away, never to return. Maybe if workers were paid decent wages and didn't have to beg, morale and service would be better.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Megan R.
Very overrated and expensive. Coffees are way too sweet and don't taste like coffee. Pastries are very plain and average
The food was great, the coffee was awesome ( and I'm not a big coffee drinker) and the staff was top-notch!
Bob
Great alternative to Starbucks. I ordered the German Chocolate Delight and it's very good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Justin Parker
Love stopping here for a quick Red Bull Infusion. The girl who was working today definitely deserves a raise. I didn't get her name because she was so busy, but I'll definitely go and add a Google review after the service she provided.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich
Melissa Mischel
I like stopping in; is in my neighborhood and I know I'll have the caffeine I am craving. Just wish they had more variety of coffee bean, the arabica is over done imo; would like to see African, Caribbean or Hawaiian varietals.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
chuck bomar
Nice cozy spot for a cup of coffee. Cinnamon roll was decent.
Honestly very surprised this place has a high of a rating at it does. I was hit with the smell of garbage the minute I walked in the door, which should've been enough to make me leave, but I've heard good things so I thought I'd give them a chance. I was greeted promptly, and they were kind enough to give me time to look over the menu. I ended up ordering some sort of croissant and an iced latte. The second employee, who took my order, microwaved my food inside a plastic container. When, in shock, I asked if that's what she did (the plastic container was hot), she confirmed and didn't understand my issue. I had to explain that it's very bad for your health and the food to microwave in plastic (not something I would have to expect to explain to someone in 2024). I tried to let her know as nice as I could that I didn't want to take the croissant, and that it was no big deal, they could just have it. She was very insistent on microwaving me a second one on a plate and then putting into the packaging for me. I didn't want to argue, since she was already looking at me like I was a crazy person, so I just said fine. I'm still not going to eat it, as she definitely gave me the "I don't care about food safety" vibe, and that's unsettling in a food service setting. I'll stick with coffee shops that heat their food in ovens. My drink was ok, but the flavoring was very overpowering and has left a gross artificial sugar taste in my mouth. I spent way too much on this and expected so much more. After all the good things I've heard, I am very disappointed. I won't be back.
My wife and I love their white coffee. If you want to get your caffeine in a hurry go with the white coffee.
We meet up here with family a few times each year. The coffee is great and the prices are reasonable. Very relaxing and welcoming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Waited for at least 5 minutes at the front counter to be acknowledged. I was picking up an EatStreet order and they completely forgot to make it. I watched them only help drive through people that got there after I did. I knew I’d be late for work if I had to wait any longer so I told the barista that I didn’t want it. She then argued me and said it would take 2 minutes to make. No apology and very poor customer service. Order was supposed to be ready at 7:25 and I didn’t get it til 7:40. I would have preferred a refund at that point but the girl working clearly didn’t care. Not only was I in a mad rush to then get to work on time but I also had to scarf my burrito down while driving. I get mistakes happen and that it was busy but the lack of respect I received is inexcusable. I will never be back and I hope no one else will receive the horrible service that I did. Either pay your employees well enough to make them care or don’t leave them understaffed. Your customers shouldn’t have to suffer the consequences of your poorly ran business.
Just makes you feel like you are at an up north cabin. Love the fresh coffee and the welcoming staff. Can’t say enough about this place. My new go to coffee shop.
Great service, very friendly and accommodating. Delicious skim Vanilla latte. This is my go to coffee house whenever I am in Altoona.
Love this place. Make an effort to stop in every time I’m passing through.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Sandwich, Breakfast Wrap
Lousy business model for running a business anymore. Ordered a standard medium coffee. Menuboard lists $2.85. I thought with tax it would be $3 even. Nope. Get to the window, and it's $3.01 with a HUGEASS tip jar right in front. I'm SO GD tired of the way every place is pushing for tips so hard. Prices are exorbitant enough as is (the coffee was only a 12oz and nothing that would set off any fireworks over it). I pocket the two pounds in coins in change I got and drove away, never to return. Maybe if workers were paid decent wages and didn't have to beg, morale and service would be better.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Very overrated and expensive. Coffees are way too sweet and don't taste like coffee. Pastries are very plain and average
Great service and unique atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
The food was great, the coffee was awesome ( and I'm not a big coffee drinker) and the staff was top-notch!
Great alternative to Starbucks. I ordered the German Chocolate Delight and it's very good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Love stopping here for a quick Red Bull Infusion. The girl who was working today definitely deserves a raise. I didn't get her name because she was so busy, but I'll definitely go and add a Google review after the service she provided.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich
I like stopping in; is in my neighborhood and I know I'll have the caffeine I am craving. Just wish they had more variety of coffee bean, the arabica is over done imo; would like to see African, Caribbean or Hawaiian varietals.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Nice cozy spot for a cup of coffee. Cinnamon roll was decent.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Roll