Everything ive ordered or had purchased for me has been fresh and delicious. Local artwork displayed and for sale, an upstairs and a waterfront patio, what more xould you ask for
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary Ann Hoffman
I was out driving on this 88° October 4th day and noticed the building saying coffee. Pulled in because I was definitely needing an iced latte. I asked how long they were at this location and was told 17-18 years! My parents had a cottage here and I grew up coming up here and my husband and I bought a cottage about 25 years ago. I cannot believe that I did not know this place existed! They made me an iced latte with caramel, coconut and vanilla and sweet foam. Let me tell you, it was AMAZING! The young girl was extremely polite and friendly, the bakery items looked amazing as well (didn't have any as I had just eaten) and they sell a few items also. Seating area looked very relaxing. Will definitely be a new go to for me on the weekends when I'm up here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Smith
There was a time when this coffee shop felt like a second home. After school, we’d gather here—kids with books, laptops, guitars—and stay well into the evening, buoyed by warm lights, better coffee, and the occasional live set that made the place feel like something more than just a caffeine stop. It used to be open later, which mattered, especially for students looking for a safe, welcoming place to work or hang out after the bell rang. Now, those hours have been cut short, and with them, a lot of what made the place special.
The shift hasn’t just been in time, though—it’s in the tone, too.
Prices have crept up noticeably, which, while frustrating, I might have forgiven had the quality stayed where it was. Unfortunately, it hasn't. On weekdays, the drinks are hit or miss, and the vibe behind the counter is... indifferent at best. The weekday baristas rarely smile, and there’s often a kind of low-grade sarcasm in the air—especially when someone orders a blended drink. I’ve overheard more than one joke made at a customer’s expense (not mean-spirited exactly, but enough to make you think twice about ordering something “complicated”).
Worse than the attitude, though, is the actual execution. Some drinks taste rushed or imbalanced. There’s one barista in particular who consistently pulls espresso shots too fast—the result being watery, pale pulls that have none of the depth or richness they should. And I would know because I've worked at more than one café in my life. The drinks come out under-mixed, too—I've gotten iced lattes where the syrup sat untouched at the bottom.
Contrast this with the weekend crew, who honestly seem like they’re working at a different café altogether. They take their time, they ask how your day is going, they smile—and it doesn’t feel forced. The drinks taste better, period. Balanced, thoughtful, consistent. I wish they were working seven days a week.
I also can’t ignore how much I miss some of the baristas who’ve left over the past year or so. Their drinks were precise, and they made the place feel genuinely warm. You could feel the difference when they were behind the counter.
I know that no café can stay exactly the same forever. Staff change, priorities shift, and economies don’t do any of us favors. But I do miss the care that used to go into every part of this place. Now, it feels like the heart is only half-beating—alive on weekends, going through the motions the rest of the time.
I’m still rooting for them. I wouldn’t have taken the time to write this if I didn’t care. But for now, it’s mostly nostalgia—and a Saturday morning coffee—that keeps me coming back.
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 2
Emily Hairapetian
Drinks are great, kitchen is always closed. I love their seasonal drinks they have so many different options. However everytime I come here the kitchen is always closed. Usually doesn’t bother me i understand a lot of orders or short staff but today there was 3 people working maybe 3-4 people in the shop. I was told kitchen was closed because they were overloaded with orders. Person in front of me was able to get food. I would understand if they were understaffed or busy but there was barely anybody in there. Time before this time I ordered my drink and 2-3 people after me got theirs before I got mine
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Dylan King
Plenty of seating and cozy with lots of open lighting. Nice view of the Shawano Lake Oulet. Nice coffee shop.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jada Martin
Honestly have never left a review before, but the service was awful & I feel like the staff should know that they were very rude for no reason. It just seemed like nobody wanted to be there & do their job.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
hesson genger
Very solid food with good espresso and service, highly reccomend👍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ann Beppler
Excellent data speed for internet connection. Higher speed than other area coffee shops. Much appreciated!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adrianna Parker
The woman who took my order was rude, in the receipt it says “coconut syrup” but I never asked for that it was almond milk like it’s written on the drinks, the vanilla chai tasted like coconut despite clearly written on the cup cookie butter syrup. The vanilla bean frappes tasted NOTHING like vanilla bean, and the chai tasted like coconut not cookie butter. Also no straws because they’re “strawless” like what, no paper straws at least? Easily recyclable. We had to use our own. Ever since they changed owners it went downhill and I thought to give them another shot after a few years later and I was sorely disappointed.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jean Weber
Coffee is better than most around the area. But the hours are terrible and most of the barista's are not friendly.
Super good coffee and food, and really nice workers, will be going back 10/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rocky Marquette
Witches brew is our go to drink
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lauryn Elizabeth
Super yummy coffee and bakery! Giving 4 stars instead of 5 only because I tried to order a bagel over an hour before they closed and they said no our kitchen is closed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Jasmine Bessette
Went here close to closing with an individual who uses a wheelchair. They were happy to help and very patient! The drinks were so good and we even got a muffin to split! So delicious and big!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Muffin
R Orr
Frappe I purchased was thin and separated immediately. The drink tasted like a watery milkshake. I threw it out. Had a strange taste.
Everything ive ordered or had purchased for me has been fresh and delicious. Local artwork displayed and for sale, an upstairs and a waterfront patio, what more xould you ask for
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was out driving on this 88° October 4th day and noticed the building saying coffee. Pulled in because I was definitely needing an iced latte. I asked how long they were at this location and was told 17-18 years! My parents had a cottage here and I grew up coming up here and my husband and I bought a cottage about 25 years ago. I cannot believe that I did not know this place existed! They made me an iced latte with caramel, coconut and vanilla and sweet foam. Let me tell you, it was AMAZING! The young girl was extremely polite and friendly, the bakery items looked amazing as well (didn't have any as I had just eaten) and they sell a few items also. Seating area looked very relaxing. Will definitely be a new go to for me on the weekends when I'm up here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
There was a time when this coffee shop felt like a second home. After school, we’d gather here—kids with books, laptops, guitars—and stay well into the evening, buoyed by warm lights, better coffee, and the occasional live set that made the place feel like something more than just a caffeine stop. It used to be open later, which mattered, especially for students looking for a safe, welcoming place to work or hang out after the bell rang. Now, those hours have been cut short, and with them, a lot of what made the place special.
The shift hasn’t just been in time, though—it’s in the tone, too.
Prices have crept up noticeably, which, while frustrating, I might have forgiven had the quality stayed where it was. Unfortunately, it hasn't. On weekdays, the drinks are hit or miss, and the vibe behind the counter is... indifferent at best. The weekday baristas rarely smile, and there’s often a kind of low-grade sarcasm in the air—especially when someone orders a blended drink. I’ve overheard more than one joke made at a customer’s expense (not mean-spirited exactly, but enough to make you think twice about ordering something “complicated”).
Worse than the attitude, though, is the actual execution. Some drinks taste rushed or imbalanced. There’s one barista in particular who consistently pulls espresso shots too fast—the result being watery, pale pulls that have none of the depth or richness they should. And I would know because I've worked at more than one café in my life. The drinks come out under-mixed, too—I've gotten iced lattes where the syrup sat untouched at the bottom.
Contrast this with the weekend crew, who honestly seem like they’re working at a different café altogether. They take their time, they ask how your day is going, they smile—and it doesn’t feel forced. The drinks taste better, period. Balanced, thoughtful, consistent. I wish they were working seven days a week.
I also can’t ignore how much I miss some of the baristas who’ve left over the past year or so. Their drinks were precise, and they made the place feel genuinely warm. You could feel the difference when they were behind the counter.
I know that no café can stay exactly the same forever. Staff change, priorities shift, and economies don’t do any of us favors. But I do miss the care that used to go into every part of this place. Now, it feels like the heart is only half-beating—alive on weekends, going through the motions the rest of the time.
I’m still rooting for them. I wouldn’t have taken the time to write this if I didn’t care. But for now, it’s mostly nostalgia—and a Saturday morning coffee—that keeps me coming back.
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 2
Drinks are great, kitchen is always closed. I love their seasonal drinks they have so many different options. However everytime I come here the kitchen is always closed. Usually doesn’t bother me i understand a lot of orders or short staff but today there was 3 people working maybe 3-4 people in the shop. I was told kitchen was closed because they were overloaded with orders. Person in front of me was able to get food. I would understand if they were understaffed or busy but there was barely anybody in there. Time before this time I ordered my drink and 2-3 people after me got theirs before I got mine
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Plenty of seating and cozy with lots of open lighting. Nice view of the Shawano Lake Oulet. Nice coffee shop.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Honestly have never left a review before, but the service was awful & I feel like the staff should know that they were very rude for no reason. It just seemed like nobody wanted to be there & do their job.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Very solid food with good espresso and service, highly reccomend👍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent data speed for internet connection. Higher speed than other area coffee shops. Much appreciated!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The woman who took my order was rude, in the receipt it says “coconut syrup” but I never asked for that it was almond milk like it’s written on the drinks, the vanilla chai tasted like coconut despite clearly written on the cup cookie butter syrup. The vanilla bean frappes tasted NOTHING like vanilla bean, and the chai tasted like coconut not cookie butter. Also no straws because they’re “strawless” like what, no paper straws at least? Easily recyclable. We had to use our own. Ever since they changed owners it went downhill and I thought to give them another shot after a few years later and I was sorely disappointed.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Coffee is better than most around the area. But the hours are terrible and most of the barista's are not friendly.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Restaurantji Recommends
Super good coffee and food, and really nice workers, will be going back 10/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Witches brew is our go to drink
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super yummy coffee and bakery! Giving 4 stars instead of 5 only because I tried to order a bagel over an hour before they closed and they said no our kitchen is closed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Went here close to closing with an individual who uses a wheelchair. They were happy to help and very patient! The drinks were so good and we even got a muffin to split! So delicious and big!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Muffin
Frappe I purchased was thin and separated immediately. The drink tasted like a watery milkshake. I threw it out. Had a strange taste.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
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