Expectation...delicious coffee, delicious Canadian Bagel bagel…read more First impression...it's dark in here. A bright Tuesday morning and it's still just dark. Second impression...I'm awake! Nitro cold brew. Milk, no sweetener. Smooth as silk. Delicious. Third impression...coffee is gone, still waiting on my bagel, boredom is setting in. Fourth impression....still waiting. Eyelids getting heavy... Fifth impression. Lukewarm bagel finally arrives, definitely not as fresh as expected, something tastes like refrigerator, assuming it's the cream cheese. Final impression. A little disappointing. Get the coffee, skip the bagel, walk outside, let your eyes readjust to daylight. Hope you didn't get a parking ticket...

Finally made it here to try their sweet potato pie latte. This is located inside of Green Bus…read moreBrewing. So it might be difficult to figure out if you're not familiar with the area. It's nice to have another coffee option that is open on Sundays downtown.

This is the best little coffee house!! Coffee menu is huge! Best bakery items too! Very nice…read morebarista! The indoor seating is nostalgic and cozy. And the outdoor seating is precious! At 7 days a week we will definitely be back.

Always looking for a great coffee shop on my morning commute to Scottsboro! This little coffee shop…read morein Highway 72 East. They open at 5am most days, which is great for workers. Small area of seating inside, friendly staff, and a drive through if you're in a rush. They have multiple different items and flavors ranging from peppermint to caramel. They also have SF options. I ordered the shaken espresso with cold foam pump of SF caramel and hazelnut. Looks like they have pastry options available if you need a snack. So yummy! Coffee is strong with bold flavor just like I like it! I'll definitely be back on another morning commute.

I was in the area and stopped by 20 minutes before closing. Great customer service. It's a small…read moreshop, with a convenient drive through on both sides. The coffee was decent, but not amazing, the shop is about 25 minutes from me, so not sure if I would visit again unless in the area.

Crossroads Coffee Company is a small takeout coffee place not far off of Interstate 65 in…read morePriveville, Alabama. The service was friendly and the coffee was good. I would definitely recommend here

Best place ever for drinks and snacks!! I go here weekly and always get the same things and it…read morealways hits home!! Service is great and they are always so friendly and kind! Totally recommend!

I felt like I need to come back and add to my review, after giving them another try, and meeting up…read morewith some women I met from church. We were able to talk about Mudslingers and why we personally feel like the business isn't good. With that, I really wanted to love Mudslinger's Coffee in Owens Cross Roads. I'd heard about them for a while and was hoping they'd bring something special to the local coffee scene -- but unfortunately, my experiences have been consistently disappointing. The biggest issue isn't just the coffee, it's the attitude behind it. Their espresso and drinks often have a bitter, almost burnt taste that doesn't line up with what you'd expect from "fresh espresso." Many people -- myself included -- have noticed this and given feedback, but instead of addressing it or offering to remake a drink, the response tends to be dismissive. They often say, "That's how our espresso tastes," as if that ends the conversation. But anyone who's had truly fresh espresso knows that's not how it should taste. What's frustrating is that this isn't a one-time issue. There are many similar reviews online mentioning the same problems -- both with the taste of the drinks and the customer service. When so many people are saying the same thing, it's a sign that something needs to change. But instead of trying to fix the problem, it feels like Mudslinger's has chosen to ignore it. Another thing that stands out is the inconsistent service. Sometimes, the workers are warm and chatty -- but only with certain people. It honestly gives off a bit of a "clique" vibe, where if you're a regular or part of their social circle, you'll get friendly conversation and great service. But if not, you might get a quick "hi" and "bye," and a cold, rushed interaction. It's disheartening to watch someone in front of you get a five-minute friendly chat while you're met with barely a word. Which ended up making a lot more sense to me once I realized almost everyone who works there is related, and many people who have worked there had a bad experience because of said family. Which personally, I think it half of your reviews are made up of your literal workers making "good reviews" then that is a big even sign in itself... But, that is just my opinion, cause as a past business owner I would never go and write good reviews for my own business? Just not ok, whatsoever! Which... If you can come on here and give your own business a review, why can't you respond to customers trying to give very much needed feedback... What makes this even more disappointing is that customer service is where great coffee shops usually shine. A good coffee shop understands that coffee is a personal experience -- that not everyone likes the same flavors or intensity. The best ones take feedback seriously, and instead of hiding behind excuses, they make things right. It's refreshing when a business truly values its customers and listens to them -- unfortunately, that just hasn't been my experience here. To wrap this up though, I truly hope Mudslinger's listens to all this feedback. Owens Cross Roads has a lot of great coffee shops that not only serves great drinks, but also treat every customer with the same kindness and respect. So it would be great to feel that here as well. A little effort, humility, and genuine care could make all the didn't

HIGHLY Recommend. If you are expecting Starbucks, 7Brew or Dutch Bros this is not the place for…read moreyou. This is a quaint family owned business that has a wonderful cozy livingroom feel. I have always enjoyed the coffee choice I have picked whether hot or iced. Every time I go in I am greeted by the owner and he is very welcoming. Great place to have quiet study or work from "home" time. Gave only four stars because although the food is good I wish it had a little more umph.

Great coffee but their food items are lacking. I could get better breakfast from the frozen food…read moreisle at any grocery store. It's charming inside and feels like home but they need to step it up on the food items to make it around here. They do have a cute gift shop area to market their store and also a drive thru for people on the run. Friendly service is a must for morning people so I do appreciate that.

It's small and brand new. They have a limited menu and their bakery case is way light. They were…read morecarrying items form the Bakingtist but they said they are transitioning to baking their own stuff. Their coffees seem a bit small compared to other coffee sizes and yet still Starbucks prices. A medium is a 12 ounce? Mediocre.

On the hunt for coffee on Sunday, I thought it might be a nice time to try the fairly new Hatch…read moreCafe. Located inside the south Huntsville public library, Hatch Cafe is fairly unique in that it's mostly run by people in a workforce training program. Per everything I've read and heard, it seems like a cool program that provides a small amount of money, transportation assistance, resume and cover letter development, and budget tutoring to the students. This cafe is small and clean although a little antiseptic. They have standard coffee and tea drinks and usually have several specials each month, often named after popular books or characters. When I arrived today their drip coffee machine wasn't working, so it was espresso drinks only. The case for baked goods was also pretty empty except for some bagels. Several food items on the menu were scratched out and unavailable, including the item I most wanted (the banana nut crunch). They seemed a little overwhelmed, which is understandable; only three employees were available (two for coffee and register duty and one for food prep). One girl in particular was a little short when running the register (cutting me off before I finished my order, etc), but the other two workers, especially the girl in the kitchen who brought my food out, were pleasant. I wound up ordering one of the specials, the Quasimocha (mocha cold brew with amaretto cold foam) and the apple almond crumble (almond butter, brown sugar, and sliced apples on toast). The toast was decent. I had hoped it would be a little sweeter - I didn't taste much brown sugar and non-peanut nut butters are always a little too thick and sticky for my preference, but it was quite filling and overall I enjoyed it. I was not a fan of the Quasimocha. The cold brew wasn't as mellow as I typically think it should be -- it had a super sour, bitter taste that I didn't like at all. The amaretto cold foam was absolutely delicious: thick, creamy, sweet, almond-y, but it didn't do much to improve the rest of the drink. I wound up eating the cold foam with a spoon and pitching the rest after multiple sips hoping I'd change my mind about the cold brew. One big detractor is the price. $6.25 for my drink, which given the size of it (I wanna say 12 oz?) is...crazy, in my opinion. Another $6.25 for my toast (which also seems high) made for a pretty pricy experience that I wasn't crazy about. Definite sticker shock for me, lol. Big fan of the mission but wish the prices were just a smidge lower. Still, the convenience of being inside the library and the pleasure of supporting a cool program may make this a worthwhile spot to return. I'll just skip the cold brew next time.

Cute little coffee shack in Hazel Green. I stopped by for a drink after having lunch at 2 Chicks…read morelast week. Drive through only as far as I know, which is just perfect for me! They have a menu with all your classic favorites as well as specials of the week/day. I had one of the specials...unfortunately since I didn't write this review immediately I can't remember what it was called. D'oh! But it definitely had caramel flavor and maybe shortbread. At any rate, they made it for me super fast! The employees were polite and friendly. I thought the price was reasonable for the size/added flavors (a shade over $4) and my drink was pretty good. I wish they'd put a little more ice in it, but on the other hand...a little extra product never hurt anyone, haha. Definitely give them a try if you're passing through!

My sister and I popped into her local coffee shop while I was in town visiting her (from Arkansas)…read more As we waited in line, the decor of the shop was a good time passer. The environment was TOTALLY retro and eclectic! I was impressed as to how quickly we got through the line. The baristas were friendly and efficient, and the coffee was amazingly scrumptious!!! I DEFINITELY recommend a visit if you are in the area!!!

This place has changed since I first reviewed it, so might as well write an update…read more I have not come here for alcohol, but they do seem to have a fair variety of wines for sale, as well as weekly wine tastings. I am glad they have different coffee drinks nowadays, including espresso tonics, which have become my favorite for summertime. The food menu is small, but covers the basics. The space is nice and open, and I am glad they removed the red tint from the windows, makes it feel more relaxing now.

The staff here are about as hospitable and welcoming as a middle school teacher holding after…read moreschool detention. Sorority sister and I came to Charlie Foster's to get a glass of vino after dinner at El Caz. The majority of wine cellars/wine shoppes/wine centric places are extremely friendly, not tethered to a chair, and very engaging because, it's wine after all, and most wine lovers love nothing more than talking about wines! Rather than look over a wine list, I just asked for a glass of pinot grigio. The young man gave me the saddest pour I have seen in my life, again, in the requisite plastic purple Solo cup, and guess what this regrettable purchase cost me? $12.00. For a little more than double that cost, at about $26.00 I can get an entire bottle of Italian pinot grigio at Nick's ristorante, which is 4 *full* glasses!!!! Originally, I wanted to see what kinds of wines they had for sale; however, after this very transactional and impersonal interaction, I was ready to leave. I would suggest that management/owners train their personnel on wines and have them attend actual wine tastings with a sommelier and learn a few talking points about the various types and vineyards they represent. Staff should mingle with patrons to see what the person is interested in (would they like a dry white wine bottle to drink inside, a purple cup "to go," or several bottles for an upcoming event) and encourage things both that the customer prefers or is just outside the customer's comfort zone and peaks the patron's interest. I would also suggest they select staff who actually have a personality.