Cafe Paradiso

Stopped by with a big group on Sunday afternoon. We LOVED the decor inside the coffee shop. Super…read morecute - it felt homey. They have plenty of seating indoors and outdoors. Board games are available for play too!! While we had a large group, the staff was friendly and quick. My partner and I ordered the Camelilla Latte, Wildberry Smoothie, and a Mini Breakfast Plate (toast, eggs, sausage or bacon, potatoes). The coffee and breakfast was tasty. Everyone in our group liked what they ordered! Prices were affordable. Overall, I really enjoyed our experience and would definitely recommend. They also have clean restrooms and parking lot in the back!

Coffee was really good, chicken salad croissant was really good as well. My boys got the turkey…read morebacon avocado and the chipotle chicken panini. The TBA was quite good, and my son enjoyed it. On the other hand, the chipotle chicken sandwich had more of the chipotle sauce than chicken which was pretty much non existent. The staff was friendly enough, although one of the employees didn't seem to really want to help us, ‍.

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The Depot Coffee House

4.4(68 reviews)

0.4 mi

What can you say about a coffee shop? Good coffee choices and good coffee delivered? Excellent…read morepastries and accompaniments? Sure - and they do Just that in a gorgeous historical building filled with nice people. When I am in Urbana (and there is plenty to go there for!!!!), I make that stop.

3.5/5. Drinks are good, a little on the pricier end for the location. They use crimson cup coffee,…read morewhich is decent. The vibe of the place is nice, but nothing else really stood out to me.

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Dees Brew Coffee Co.

5.0(4 reviews)

0.0 mi

I've been searching for a good latte all over Columbus, and of course I find it 50 miles west of it…read morein Urbana. Hands down the best coffee I've had in a long time! The service was spectacular, both baristas were so friendly and helpful. The vibe and decor of the shop was perfect. I was only in town once for work but I wish I lived closer so I could go here more often. Order the white chocolate mocha half sweet - you won't regret it!

Great coffee, great friendly service from the team and a lovely muffin too! Thank you!read more

Huey’s Coffee

4.5(4 reviews)

0.3 mi

If you're in or around West liberty or Urbana. Stop on by Huey, which has an unstable helicopter…read moreout front with incredible staff and a great place to let the kiddos play. Try the Apache with the hint of cherry.

Update iv tried all of their Signiture drinks. And boy let me tell you they are all amazing in…read moretheir own right! My son loves the cadet drinks I get him and the cobra is by far my favorite frappe iv gotten from there. The honey coconut shaken espresso is strong but soooo good and the strawberry cream cheese pastry is so delicious. Will definitely be a repeat customer through the summer!

Summer Menu

Service was great. Clean enviro awesome "Apache"

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Honey coconut shaken espresso

The Airport Cafe

4.0(52 reviews)

1.7 mi

We got there a little late for breakfast but stayed for lunch. We both got a cup of soup and half…read moreof a sandwich. Both were very good. Seems like a locals favorite. Got a BIG cinnamon roll for dessert! Service was friendly and atmosphere was good. A little out of the way but next time I'm north of Urbana I'll try it again.

I've eaten here several times but only for breakfast. The price is right and the food delicious…read more It's actually called Mindy's Cafe now

Front entrance.

This is called the taxiway. It's a full order so 2 biscuits, 2 eggs, on top of home fries and smothered in sausage gravy!

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Front door.

Tea Baggers

4.4(27 reviews)

0.1 mi

Wow! I'm not sure what I like more: the cozy atmosphere, the intimate selection of local quality…read moregoods, or Dolores' sweet demeanor when sharing the local lore. Tea Baggers was a delightful experience during our stop in Urbana. 10/10 - would go again!

Amazing food! Highly recommended! We are so happy we found this little gem. I ordered a peanut…read morebutter, honey and spinach sandwich on fresh made bread! It was truly delicious!

Chai tea

Darling retail area

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Teas and coffees

Gemini Coffee & Eats

4.0(3 reviews)

1.1 mi

I ordered the Banana Shaken Espresso and Cinnamon Roll Cold Brew & a Bagel & Lox…read more Coffees are great! Love the flavor and seasonal flavors. Bagel & Lox was good, but the bagel was so hard i couldn't chew it off so i had to eat without the top of the bagel. All the ingredients were great but the bagel could've changed the experience if it was softer! Love checking out locally owned coffee spots, we drove 40 min to try this place. The service was quick! The hospitality lacked :( I felt very uncomfortable while ordering and at the window, but otherwise I had a good experience. I will likely be back :)

This place came up under a "Gelato" search. They Do Not…read moreOffer Gelato according to their menu as of 02/06/2026. I did purchase a Chai Latte from here for my wife a few months ago. Chai Latte is one of her favorite drinks. I asked her how it was and she stated "it tastes watered down". I asked if she would ever want another one from their and she said "no". Maybe they had a bad day? It happens. They place was very clean and quiet. At that time, I was their only customer inside. When I left, there wasn't anyone in the drive-up window either. My review is based upon my statement above from the only time I visited and purchased anything from them.

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Speedway

4.0(7 reviews)

0.6 mi

Last month I moved to the area and I was looking for Walmart and I stopped at the speedway and the…read moreNEICE lady gave me good directions and I got there in five minutes. It's a great place to stop if you need drinks or snacks have a great day.

I came into the store on a Saturday after having an amazing experience the first four times I've…read morebeen at the store. I always look forward to going back into getting treated really nicely by Nick and Mason, two of the managers. But the last Saturday I went into will be the last Saturday I ever go into that store. I will never be back. I walked into some lady who had a black shirt on just like the other manager, so I'm assuming she was a manager she was cussing at customers cussing at her employees. been very very disrespectful. Then she started saying slurs and just kept cussing and cussing and cussing to the point to where I dropped my stuff and left. If you do not see two gentlemen a black shirt working I would never advise you to go into that store. If you don't see anybody with a black shirt working and then you going on first or second or third shift the staff is great. Know what they're doing. They have great customer service skills. They know everything they're supposed to know besides that one manager that I just don't understand how she is a manager and why she's been there and why she is still there if she does not know how to keep her mouth shut and talk to employees with respect and talk to her customers with respect.

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Eatly

4.4(16 reviews)

0.1 mi

The great little eatery is located on the edge of Wittenberg University in Springfield Ohio…read more Quaint old residence with inside and outside dining. Patio seating is charming. All food is made fresh... Sicilian food . Suggest reservations if you are going later in the day. We'll be back for more.

We stopped by when we saw they had posted that they were open for walk in hours today! So glad we…read moredid! This little gem is located in up town Urbana with a parking lot right beside it. The restaurant is decorated with Italian charm without the over cluttered feel of many Italian restaurants. The staff were very friendly and attentive. They were able to answer any questions we had about the menu and offered suggestions as well. The food is fresh authentic Italian and the menu is a nice variety without overwhelming the diner or the kitchen. We had the ravioli that was on special and a pizza - both were delicious! They also had a nice offering of Italian sweets that were very tempting, but we were so full from our entrees that we didn't partake this time. We will certainly be back to try the lasagna!

Indoor seating room

Pepperoni pizza

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Jonathan T.

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7

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3 years ago

This place is simply decadent, both in asthetics and food. It is recommended that you call ahead and make a reservation on Fridays and Saturday evenings - we did not (in our defense we did not know prior to going). However, they found us a quaint and romantic spot up near the front window that looks out upon downtown Urbana. The woman who sat us and our waitress were as friendly as can be. read more

Frank G.

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10

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3 years ago

Soup and dessert was good. Lasagna was old and overcooked. Spices were overwhelming. One person to handle the bar and all of the tables. He did try, but they needed another person. read more

Chad E.

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3

11 years ago

Great place to stop in for a coffee and lunch. The prices are a little high, service is fast, and it's a nice location.

Steve W.

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11

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8 years ago

I love this place I have eaten here several times and always have delicious food it's small and quaint

D H.

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8

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14 years ago

A bit on the expensive side for what you get. I like the atmosphere and the live music is good too.

Artie I.

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13

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7 years ago

What a find. This will be a regular outing for us. Delicious, graceful, kind.

Tiffany B.

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12

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7 years ago

This is a great place to enjoy high quality Italian food.

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