Macarons were lovely, but way too firm and dry. Inside fillings were dense like a frosting that had…read morebeen left out overnight to dry. They had great flavor options, but none of them had any scent at all - a blackberry vanilla macaron, for example, had the same non-scent as the caramel and the orange creme. Latte and machiatto were both lackluster and at least 1/3 foam. Lots of pretty chocolates, but we didn't taste any so cannot comment. Thick Biscoff cookie looked great, but tasted bland (all 3 people whontasted it agreed).

I got a s'mores iced latte 24oz ($8) and it was made in a few minutes. The latte was pretty solid,…read moreit had a good chocolate and vanilla taste to it (just missing the smokiness taste). The coffee itself was good with it having 4 shot of expresso it gave me that caffeine hit I needed. Staff were very friendly and the inside was really cute. They also had a variety of sweets and deserts for purchase that also looked amazing. Overall a good experience that I would definitely back to! Drink(50%): 7.7 Staff/service(25%): 7.5 Value(25%): 7.5 Overall: 7.6/10

Had an amazing polish doughnut called Paczek which is a yeast doughnut, often filled with a fruit…read morepreservative or cream and mine happen to have strawberry preserves in it. Great downtown location and the cashier was super nice and when she heard us speaking Spanish, she also helped us picked out our doughnut and that was very welcoming.

This was maybe more of a 3.5 star experience. I stopped in…read moreon a Sunday afternoon and picked out 4 donuts. The place had 2 customers silently sitting and maybe working on their computers but the whole place felt sterile and lifeless. I wasn't greeted and stood at the counter for a few minutes while the lone employee arranged items until I finally asked if I could order. I wanted to sample a variety- so I got an apple fritter, a snickerdoodle donut, a buttermilk old fashioned, and a blueberry Pączki. The apple fritter was the best of those 4. The snickerdoodle was just a traditional cinnamon sugar donut. The base was a bit dry yet also tasted oily. The buttermilk old fashioned had a similar greasy flavor and not the tang I'd expect from this type of donut. The Pączki was just a minimally filled jelly donut...and the dough was very greasy. Normally, the dough is more bready and has a more rich flavor. The ones I've always eaten in the past are heavily filled. This place seems like it has potential but it just lacks the quality or personality I'm looking for in a local gem. Nothing was awful but nothing was great either.

Fantastic stop this morning on the way to the office…read more Grabbed a vanilla bean latte and a prosciutto and Gruyère croissant and both were ready in a few minutes.

I visited this café on a really cold day. I was disappointed by a coffee shop around the corner…read morethat ran out of coffee beans and had a horrible snobby attitude, so I wanted to check out what they had at Old City Java. Not only did they have a great selection of espresso beans, the barista was happy to educate me on the different options. I also got a dark chocolate bar made in Asheville that was absolutely fantastic! My hot Cortado to go was delicious and high on the caffeine side. (My favorite!!) There is adequate seating for studying, working, or chatting with friends and the atmosphere is warm and relaxing with good WiFi. They have several family style restrooms that are easy to access. The only challenge is that parking can be difficult, but it's inner city....what did I expect? The barista was super fast and had an amazing attitude. I will 100% be back!

We spent an overnight near Knoxville and when we searched for a coffee house we landed on Awaken…read moreCoffee. The vibe is very cool; laid back and comfortable. I ordered a standard hot latte no added flavor just 2% milk. What I got was a full bodied, rich and smooth cup of coffee. The roast has no bitterness. Very enjoyable. My wife asked for something sweet hot and they recommended a latte with honey and cayenne. It was just right. Kick of heat and not too sweet. A surprising star of our visit was an apple tart! It paired so well with our coffees. It was fresh and a nice balance of crisp tart and warm apple. We also brought one of our dogs with us and Awaken is very pet friendly. There was also another pet owner chilling at a nearby table. Great stop. We highly recommend Awaken if you are in the area. Be advised that parking is paid in the area.

This was my last stop in Knoxville for some fuel before I went home. This is a cute little…read morecoffeeshop in a scenic part of town. It has nice large windows that overlook the street and seems like a great place to hang out and get some work done. Parking is a little bit of a struggle but it's to be expected in a denser area like this. I got their speciality honey bear latte iced. It was prepared quickly and was super yummy! The cinnamon and honey flavor was sweet and strong and it had a great ratio of coffee to milk. Would happily order again! My one complaint is service was kind of...icy? I dunno, the barista never approached or asked if I had any questions and just generally gave the vibe that she'd rather not be helping me. It didn't feel very welcoming, but she wasn't outright rude, either. Still, coffee is the most important thing, and in that regard they absolutely delivered!

I enjoyed my brief visit to this coffee shop! It's right on the edge of downtown. I was coming from…read moreGatlinburg and just wanted a London fog latte so I came and got one. It wasn't as sweet as I expected (like if you order at Starbucks for eg) but the ambiance inside is excellent - they have tables and regular chairs but also couches and big soft chairs. I sat in a big soft chair and was very comfortable! They also have two clean bathrooms, i changed in there after hiking. There weren't enough hanging pegs but they were spacious so still good enough. The staff up front were quick and helpful! No trouble there. And there were a decent number of parking spots out back - that said, by the time I left, the lot was completely full. Not sure where else you could park in the area. Overall, if passing and needing a rest I would rec this spot! But I would try ordering something else besides a London fog ;)

Local coffee shop in a neat little neighborhood, I stopped in to Honeybee and spent the first half…read moreof my Friday morning here as my "office." It's a comfy space though a little small and by 10:00, it was starting to get crowded with laptop folks. I took that as my cue and headed onwards. But first, there was coffee (a cortado that was more like a flat white) and a bunch of time on their wifi. There is a parking lot in the back. If it's full there, it will be full inside. [Review 1193 of 2024 - 509 in Tennessee - 22216 overall]

Wandered in here pulled in by the promise of tea and it did not disappoint. The staff were super…read morefriendly and helpful. They have a station in the back where they do samples and you can get some tea to go. The iced tea is perfect for hot summer days like we're getting right now. So many options. I was more focused on tea, but the spice collection was really impressive too. They've got dip mixes and candles as well. A really cozy, fun shop.

The staff here are friendly and helpful. The tea and spice…read moreselection rocks! You can smell all of their teas and spices to help you make a decision. The ingredients are also listed on all of their products. There are also small packets of their product that you can buy without buying a ton of it. This is nice to be able to sample lots of different varieties. Combination packages used for drink or food recipes (recipe included) are also available which takes the guess-work out of cooking. It is so fun to walk around and see all the selections they have. I wish there were more locations around me.

Our server Brandy E was great. Lunch was delicious…read more Excellent service. Super atmosphere.

I ordered delivery from Cafe 4 and was unfortunately disappointed. The white chicken flatbread was…read morevery hard and lacked flavor. For the price, I expected much better quality and a more enjoyable meal. The food was expensive for what I received, and the portion and taste did not justify the cost. Based on this experience, I would not recommend the white chicken flatbread and would likely choose another restaurant in the future.

Remedy is always a great study and work spot! However, bring headphones cause it is one large open…read morespace! The large windows and bright light by the front really helps me focus. They are often busy and today was no exception. Yet, the staff was very patient and friendly! I had no issues whatsoever. The coffee was delicious and the perfect temp (no lukewarm warm coffee here). The one downside can be the parking. Its street parking only and it fills up fast. It can be a little bit of a walk but not bad! There is accessible handicap parking near the entrance though. I hope you enjoy!

Did the job for a WFCoffeeshop while I was in town…read more I got the Pink Water Skooma (peppercorn, orange blossom, and honey) with oatmilk. It was good, didn't blow me away. I will say though, I loved the open area and the WiFi.