I've been going here since February, and I'm addicted! For everyone who knows me, knows I'm addicted to coffee, and can't go a day without at least 1 cup of coffee. Grab your reusable cups, and metal straws, and make your way to Downtown! They have everything ranging from a cup of brew, to smoothies, ice cream, and tea! They are giraffe lovers, environmentally friendly, and local supporters. I love watching them make every order they receive, because they make everything so gracefully, and with patience. You can tell everything there that's made to order, is made with love. I'm sad they're closed on weekends, but glad they share their love of caffeine through my work week! Stop on by, for your daily brew read more

aLatté Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Good place to sit and study and had lots of options but nothing standout. I got a golden milk latte which was good but quite grainy? Maybe this is unavoidable from all the spices, but good otherwise! read more

Another "why haven't I gone here sooner?" moment. I know it's a few blocks away and the location is not as close to me as Café Stella or Starbucks but the walk was worth it! aLatte Café has a cute, cozy and comfortable vibe with plenty of seating, whether it be at a table or on the couch. I've looked up the menu several times in the past thinking, I've got to make a trip here. Today, the nice weather prompted me to go ahead and walk on over. I was greeted by a friendly guy at the counter who was very helpful in making recommendations. I had only planned on getting a bagel, and I already had my morning caffeine fix, but their selection of drinks enticed me. Then, I saw "lavender lemonade"??? Hmm what's that about?? Let's give it a shot! I opted for sparking (w/sparkling water) vs flat. I took the first sip and wow. Definitely have to remember that next time, especially during the summer. I was handed the rest of my order from another friendly gal working there. Came back to the office with my wheat bagel w/cream cheese and lox. It was fresh and delicious; the bagel was nicely toasted and had the perfect amount of salmon and cream cheese. This place is a winner and I'd choose this over any café in Downtown Norfolk (well, weather permitting, lol). read more

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This is a very cozy, cute, and welcoming coffee shop! A wonderful place to curl up with a book. And...to make it even better, the oatmilk latte and everything bagels with lox, cream cheese, capers, and tomato were delicious. Very welcoming! I'd 100% recommend it! read more

Friendliest morning staff you will ever find. Their muffins and bagels are always fresh and their coffee is off the chart. Try @THE WORKS" bagel! You won't be disappointed. read more

Very low quality ingredients for their food. Very low quality tea. Poorly roasted coffee. It's not *gross,* but it definitely isn't what it is being sold as. It's barely a step up from Wawa or Sheetz. read more

Homey and relaxed atmosphere. Staff were all friendly and helpful with the menu- particularly for allergies in our party. Service was fast and coffee and food were all excellent. Perfect for a sandwich/salad and coffee when exploring Norfolk. read more

Very quick visit. The drink and food were good. Didn't stay long, but seems like a fun space. read more

aLatté Cafe - Large latte, brownie and blueberry muffin to go! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I am a coffee addict, I make no bones about it. Here lately I have been expanding my horizons to try small locally owned shops. This coffee house was not on my radar one bit. However, by using my yelp search engine I wanted to see what may have escaped me. Sure enough a four star locally owned shop did. I most often do not look at other reviews before writing my own, but I did take a peak to at least see who wrote the reviews and I get it fellow yelp elitist, I hear you loud and clear. A solid 4 stars and could not agree more. Parking is off the street, it a pain, you have to pay and it's expensive for downtown Norfolk parking. No pay and a ticket will be delivered to your car, guarantee, the parking Nazi swarm like buzzards. Also pay parking lot is just to North. Locating a space was not an issue late am on a weekday. However, I can imagine it being more difficult on a rush. Many of there customers are on foot I noticed. To me this does not appear to be a huge hardship on their core customers. The sidewalks and entry to the business were sparkling clean. The exterior windows sparkling clean too. I loved, loved, loved the fact that it has the original tile name of "Goldmans" in the doorway area. The display windows are nicely utilized. This was at one time a shoe/retail shop. That brings back great memories of shopping downtown with my Dad for shoes in a storefront very similar. Once inside I felt quickly at home. High ceilings with drop lighting, a mixture of concrete and tile flooring, plenty of art work on the walls makes it a cozy place to enjoy. Disappointing that the ceiling was not exposed to rafters, but it would be a big cost to heat and cool. Also the layout of furniture is quite unique and broken up into sections. Two large round wooden table serves as a group study etc. However I could not locate a power source to plug in close, maybe missed it. The coffee counter is to your right and runs most of the wall. Restrooms are in the very rear. I ordered a large White Chocolate Mocha from the bar from a young man who was friendly. The bakery items looked appealing and I asked him if made in house, or where they came from. He failed to be able to tell me which was disappointing. I decided with it being late AM to only get a coffee cake and not a meal. Price around $6. I took the opportunity to look around the shop while waiting on my mocha. Many of the pieces of art are for sale and some books and games are also for purchase. Something unique to their shop is Hershey's Ice-cream. Hershey's is not a top choice for most, but a reasonable one for the owner. The fact they offer it is a plus. A call of my name and my huge mocha was served with a smile from the owner Melissa. It looked visually awesome and I could not wait to sit down and sipped on my way to find a chair. It bar none was one of the best mocha's I've ever had and I've had a few. The coffee cake was good, not great and seemed a little dry for me. I need to get back and try a hot menu item. Before departing I checked out there space in the back where they do small batch roasting. The area was clean and neat. I hit the restroom which was a few feet away too! I found it nice size, clean and no issues with plenty of soap and towels. The toilet bowl appeared to have permanent long yellow stains that was nice so appealing. An easy fix for a hundred buck to replace the stool. I hope my excitement of aLatte shows through this review. I really liked them and will check them out again soon. read more

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This is really the cafe of your dreams. It's definitely a spot the local college kids go to, so it can get rather busy. It was my first time there and I ordered a tuna melt on sesame seed bagel. I'm from NY and we have the best bagels, but the aLatté Cafe did something I've never seen done with a bagel. They toasted the whole thing and served it inverted. It was wild, and very innovative and so good! I'm taking my fiancé there for breakfast because I need him to try these bagels. It's definitely a spot to pop into if you want a place to kick back and read and eat cute food! read more

aLatté Cafe - Tuna melt on a sesame bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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What a great coffee shop/cafe. It has a great vibe that makes you feel welcome. I was checking out Norfolk, as a possible place to move in the future... and this place made me feel most at home. The food and chai were great and staff even better. read more

Ver unique spot, very friendly staff! Every time I go by the coffee shop they have a bunch of people doing meetings, working on computers and just hanging out great location read more

The service is my favorite part. Always a smile on the baristas faces. They help my morning start off great. I love the Hidalgo lemonade & today I tried the Turkey club for the first time. It was a great selection for my lunch. For breakfast I usually get the egg bacon and cheese bagel. The bread is always fresh. Amazing atmosphere filled with art from local artist. Comfortable seating. Everything is A+++ I'd give them 10 stars if I could. Check them out! read more

I asked for a Mexican Mocha and the team was right on it. Yummy start to my day! Adorable little place with cushy seats and lots to look at while you wait or sit and sip. read more

This is a nice cozy cafe with excellent coffee a nice selection of food items, coffee and other treats. We enjoyed the white chocolate mocha and grasshopper lattes. It was a perfect stop after enjoying lunch. They have a unique decor with several antiques. The staff was very friendly and helpful in explaining the different items on their menu. read more

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Love this place! Plenty of comfy couches and tables, friendly staff, and they know how to make their drinks and food just right. My cold brew coffee was strong, and tuna salad on toasted pumpernickle bread was delicious! read more

aLatté Cafe - Strong cold brew from aLatte Cafe. Lots of comfy seats and friendly staff. Quality food and drinks for reasonable prices, too. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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This was such a cute coffee shop! I really appreciated the big food menu too and other drink options other then just coffee! I got a sparkling lemonade and a Greek salad which were super good! My friends got iced caramel lattes and LOVED them! Such a great place to grab a bite and good coffee! read more

aLatté Cafe - Carmel lattes, sparkling lemonade, salad, chicken salad, and an egg sandwich! All super good! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I am a big supporter of our local coffee shops. This place is a go to spot especially local to the college students; having tide water community college within walking distance. The location is a popular area off granny street in the heart of Norfolk. There are a lot of eclectic yet vintage items displayed in the shop with an array of seating areas great for those who want to hang out. They have a perfect seating area by the window and available board games for fun and entertainment. I came here particularly for the coffee but they have shakes, and ice cream available for the sweet tooth lover. My husband got a pick of the local favorite favorite lattes. I ordered "the bee" with local honey and lavender. My husband got "the aloha" which comprised of white chocolate macadamia. My lavender honey latte still had the coffee taste with a strong aroma of lavender with a slight taste of honey. It was perfect for my taste buds because I love lavender. My husbands aloha was extremely nutty in flavor yet sweet. I have never had coffee with this dimension of flavor. It's nice to come here and enjoy the environment. I like the antique, vintage environment.. Interesting, finding giraffes on display and enjoyed looking at the fish tank directly in front of the registers. I'll be sure to come back and try their ice cream affogato next time... Ice cream with coffee! read more

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Love this cute neighborhood coffeeshop. Has an eclectic interior design. I have been getting my coffee urges satisfied here for about 2years. The staff is friendly, greeting you with a smile and are patient with me when I read the menu every two visits. I highly recommend this shop, and LOVE their breakfast bagel bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich with a nico coffee. Dang didn't realize I had already let a previous review. Oh well! read more

This neatly tucked, cute and quirky latte shop is very relaxing. I was immediately greeted and assisted with a smile. I ordered the "Nico" as it was recommended. This drink is amazing! Very smooth no bitterness at all! The flavors of orange and cinnamon mesh very well for that flavored finish I started a punch card as I will definitely be going back! read more

aLatté Cafe - Front entrance - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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aLatté Cafe, you are awesome. A coffee shop big enough where I don't need headphones to jam to Spotify? Heck yeah! I mean, seriously, the best feature while sitting at the corner window watching people walk up and down the street while cars are making illegal u-turns every 10 minutes. Ditto, ditto, ditto from my previous review. It's as home of a feel as home. Oh, by the way, mocha frap for the win. read more

A lot going on in this cafe in terms of how they've decorated the place, different board games and magazines you can read here, and a variety of drinks, desserts, and food offerings as well. Seems more of a cafe where you'd invite friends over to hangout and not really a place to sit down and read or study. Other than that, the affogato I got was good and awesome servers/baristas as well! read more

I'm not sure if I stand corrected or if things have changed. I've been here a few times recently and I've dug the experiences. The first time I re-dipped my toe back into the water, I ordered a simple & plain black coffee. Because, imagine this, I've reviewed a coffee shop without ever tasting the basic offering-coffee! I'd had the lattes and been unimpressed. This time, I got a coffee. And, I did something else differently. I sat in the shop for a few hours to drink it. The coffee, to me, was too strong and almost bitter. My mother and a friend of mine would've LOVED it, but it wasn't my thing. I'm a delicate flower, dammit! Five packs of sugar and two hours later and I was still working on that cup. *sigh* However, I got sooooo much work done. The coffee did what it was supposed to do. The people that work here (and that were sitting around) were pleasant. I left with a sour mouth and a sweet disposition. That was kinda great. Of course, I had to make time for another visit. So, another visit happened. Different people behind the register; same pleasant disposition. Friendly, even. On Granby St.! Less crowded than my fav c-shop over by ODU. If they added liquor to the menu here...O.o..... I digress. I tried a different coffee. They offer two. This one was more my style. I could even taste the hint of citrus. I'm never able to pick out those subtle notes in the coffee descriptions. But, I did this time. My guess, since my taste buds are rock stars and NEVER fail (a bit of sarcasm, but mostly true ;)), is that these people know what the hell they're doing with coffee! Anyway, this cup was special and popped my coffee-tasting-cherry. I, also, ordered a "Rosie" latte. I did NOT make that up! They have a latte called "Rosie." see, they know. ;) And, it's flavored with pistachio and rose. WTF?! I LOVE those flavors! So, they must've researched me and named it after me. No, not the owner's pet dog. Yes, I know people have pets named Rosie. It was named after me, dammit!! ANYWAY (I'm rolling my eyes at you for thinking it's about anything but me), it wasfan-friggin-tastic! It was so good that it knocked me out of a review-writing rut. Two coffee drinks down in 1 hour. O.o Thank you, Jessica P., for suggesting that I revisit this place. I owe you a cuppa joe! read more

Place is fantastic. Delicious cold brew and their lox bagel is Also a nice atmosphere inside. Really chill read more

This is probably one of the most unique coffee shop I've ever visited. The moment you enter the premises, you can feel the relaxing and homey vibes. Its quite a bit disorganized but I actually love the way it is. The hanging arts & crafts are very thoughtful. I admire people who tried to helped an local artists to showcase their artwort. The entire setting of this place is very charming. The table and chair and couches are creatively well done. Books and magazines are also available too. You can relax and chill here the whole day as long as you order. I strongly believe its also an ideal spot for a group class study. I am not too crazy with the food and beverages selection. However, for a coffee shop they actually offer a wide variety of sandwiches, smoothies, ice cream and coffee. For my visit today, I ordered the wildberry smoothie and Turkey club sandwich. Thought it was simple and average. Nothing spectacular with the dish but seasoned well. This place is definitely a great spot to chill and I certainly will come back. read more

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Been here a few times and liked it every time. The food is ok but not fancy. They pride themselves on their drink menu and they should!

So happy my son and I found this place. If you're in the Norfolk area do yourself a favor and check it out. You will love the atmosphere and the terrific customer service. read more

Pulled up at the front of the store at 6:57am to find someone opening the store and putting out the tables promptly at 7am. aLatte is a cute cafe with eclectic furniture, decor, and plants. Service was friendly and the environment in general was very welcoming and relaxed. I enjoyed my green tea latte with almond milk, which was $0.50 extra. In addition to coffee and tea, they serve breakfast (sandwiches, bagels, waffles, pastries), lunch (sandwiches and salads), and ice cream. If it wasn't 7 o'clock in the morning, I would have had a scoop or two of Hershey's ice cream! read more

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I'm visiting the area and was in the mood relax and enjoy a warm drink. No Starbucks or item other generic chain place, but a local place that had character. Found it! I had a green tea latte that was made with real matcha powder- not some nasty premixed concoction and sweetened to my liking. Delicious. Also enjoyed a cream cheese and lox bagel and it was pretty tasty as well. The place has a great ambiance to it, with its eclectic mix of furniture and nice little niches where people can converse and hang out. The owners are just as awesome and were great handling all my questions. If is lived here, this would be a regular spot for me. It has character, the food/drink is good, and price is right. read more

aLatté Cafe - Lovely eclecticness - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

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Local coffee shops are always my go to and this one did not disappoint. Friendly staff, great environment, and even better espresso. I'm a bit of an espresso snob and this roast was fantastic '. read more

aLatté Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Love love love this place. Their lavender lemonade is my absolute favorite. I recommend any of their sparkling lemonades! You can't go wrong with the employees here, they're always so friendly and sweet. read more

Take the ultra-hip vibe and caffeine overload of a quaint and artsy coffee shop, mix in elements of a soda fountain and for fun add an ice cream parlor--that makes for a whole latte of steaming, foaming, sparkling goodness. A Latte Cafe is much more than the sum of its parts. The space is large and inviting. Urban living room decor is sprinkled throughout sections of tables and chairs. A piano graces the entrance, giving it a home-y, comforting feel. Local art, photography and chalkboards on the walls awaken your creativity. Use that creative energy to order something more unique than the customized beverage you order on autopilot at Starbucks. I added almond syrup (can't get that at Starbucks!) to an Americano, made extra bold with an added shot of espresso. The result was tastefully uplifting. There is a huge assortment of wholesome snacks to choose from. A friend and I split a Cookiehead cookie, which was the perfect compliment for morning java. I'm itching to try an Italian soda -- sparkling water with one or a combo of their many flavored syrups. I'm thinking lemon ought to be refreshing. There is a small selection of sandwiches and breakfast items. Smoothies too. A Latte Cafe is a true delight for those of us hustling and bustling the day away in downtown. Definitely make it a stop and you'll be energized, refueled and focused for your day. read more

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Asked for an egg, cheese, and bacon sandwich on a whole wheat bagel. Got just regular bread. Thanks again for messing up my one order! read more

aLatté Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

For over a decade now, every time we come to Norfolk, the first place we go is alatte cafe! Love the coffee, the atmosphere and the people! The BEST. read more

aLatté Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Fucking fantastic place! Excellent service coupled with a lovely atmosphere. Truly a gem of a cafe. read more

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This coffee shop is one of those that you hope to find around every college campus. The owners are always there and take time to get to know their customers. Everything is clean and unique. The decor is comfortable and unusual but fits harmoniously. As far as the coffee goes, always on point! I have never been disappointed in their coffee or food. Usually I will get the Turkey and swiss on wheat with a medium nonfat vanilla latte (highly recommend). read more

I've been here a few times now, and really enjoy it each time. My favorite part is the decor, there's always something to look at. Each piece is apparently there for a specific reason, too; you should ask about the bicycle painting and the map. The drinks have all been great. The latest I had was the "healthier" smoothie... It was ok, but was so packed with protein I felt like that was the main flavor, and a bit hard to get through. Otherwise I've enjoyed their coffee and lattes. I tried their internet for Skype once, and it was pretty low quality. So don't expect much from it. Just another one of the cool local places I'm glad I visited! read more

The espresso/ice cream drink is VERY good. I have had it with vanilla and salted caramel ice cream. Would highly recommend both.The place has a homey feel and makes you want to sit down to get into some good conversation. read more

aLatté Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

I hate to admit but I went to the local coffee shop off Granby and ordered a strawberry smoothie....The smoothie was very good! This place has plenty of room for you to hang out with comfy couches and tables. The staff was very friendly and the service was great! FREE WIFI too! Only thing is not sure of parking and with all the construction on Granby had to park a bit out of the way way in metered 2 hr parking. read more

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Had the most delightful food experience at aLatté cafe. The overall ambiance was relaxing and the food was great. I got a chicken salad and a violet Italian soda. Would visit again when I'm around the area :) read more

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