While on a work trip to North Carolina I was able to visit the coffee scene and had delicious chai lattes. I ordered my drink and then relaxed in the nice environment. It had a nice atmosphere, very relaxed. The ladies behind the counter were very nice as well. The service was quick and straight forward. Would return for more chai lattes. read more

The new managers are awful. This business has definitely gone downhill. The baristas were great! Its no wonder that all 3 locations are now PERMANENTLY CLOSED. thank you to the Chapman's who single handedly destroyed a 30 year old Fayetteville fixture read more

Not a bad place to study, hang out, get a sweet treat or a warm cup of Joe, it's good to come here

The employees are so nice and atmosphere is quaint n cozy. I got an iced salted caramel and white mocha breve. It was flavorful and delicious. My husband was adventurous and got a banana pudding gelato shake with chai flavoring mixed in and loved it. There is seating both downstairs and up in the loft area. There is also a drive thru which is nice if in a hurry. read more

Coffee Scene - Iced white mocha(left)and iced salted caramel white chocolate breve(right) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

The staff was lovely here, I've never had any issues on that account they've always been super sweet but every time I've gotten a hot coffee it just tastes like I'm drinking warmed up milk. For reference I got a white mocha coffee, it doesn't have any flavor. I'm not too picky but this is just awful coffee. I've tried an iced drink once that my friend got and that was good but way too sweet for my taste. The texture was syrupy, almost? Anywho, I always recommend that people try it for themselves because it might just not be my cup of tea... er, uh, coffee. read more

Atrociously understaffed! Sunday at 1 o'clock 2 employees working their tails off to service eight people waiting at the counter, the drive-through window and trying to make blender drinks, coffee drinks and sandwiches. Ordered espresso and after 10 minutes I just walked out without it. Whoever owns this place should embarrassed having two employees do the work of at least four. read more

Their gelato shouldn't be called gelato. It's too icy, not very creamy for gelato. The flavors tasted very artificial. But the vibe of the cafe is nice read more

This place is absolutely terrible now. It has been going downhill for a while, there were only 3 baristas (long haired brunette who's been long gone, tattooed tall girl and the dude) who were worth their salt and held it down. Then they began bringing in rude youth who didn't care, had a problem when an order was messed up and literally it turned into shitty vibes, shitty atmosphere, shitty coffee hit or miss unless one of the two made it. Gave it another shot today, drink totally wrong and made with ice not ice cream and was given bacon quiche instead of veggie. Had to bag it myself. This place is going under not sure why but RIP coffee scene. read more

The coffee here is always good. I love this place. They make it exactly how I like it. Prices are great people are great. Can't wait to come back. read more

This place is perfect for studying, having a meeting, or just relaxing with a good book. They have a wide selection of coffee drinks, gelato, desserts, and snacks. While they have a posting on the door saying no outside food or drink, I certainly understand however I've spent a lot of time here lately, hours at a time, I wish they offered better food options like a club sandwich, pimento cheese sandwich, or healthier food options. Just a recommendation : Publics and Harris Teeter Deli has subs of the day, maybe incorporate those in the food selection, might can make a decent profit splitting a 12 inch into 2-3 and selling for $4-5. Staff is very friendly, and the vibe is great. read more

Not sure who the girl working the window this morning 9/5/24 but she didn't bother saying goodmorning, shoved the card reader in my hands for me to have to scan my own card and expected to leave a tip, jokes on her I didn't. Proceeded to hand me the drink then slam the window at the drive through closed. For 7$ and some change.. I could have got way better customer service and a better quality drink at Starbucks or 7 Brew. WILL NOT BE RETUNING. read more

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Went twice while In Fayetteville. It was recommended by my son so I tried it. Enjoyed the atmosphere & the coffee was good. Only negative was they had no gluten free items but overall I would return . read more

Overpriced and underwhelmed! From the time I ordered until I pulled to the window, how is the temperature of the coffee barely luke warm, not Hot whatsoever (as I'm getting on the road for a trip, and needed the boost) and tasted bland and bitter, for almost $7. I threw it out and went elsewhere (what a waste of time and money, and I even tipped!). I was trying to remain loyal and support smaller businesses, but honestly, I should've just initially went to Dunkin or Starbucks. Save your money and just head elsewhere if you're wanting an actual good cup of coffee! Side Note: Decent Gelato though! read more

Go to place for a quick cup of coffee and a bite to eat. Great service. Staff is very friendly and helpful.

This is a nice coffee shop. Very interesting decor with tall, marble topped, tables, comfy couches, and a few upholstered chairs. The menu has quite a few hit and cold beverages ranging from coffee and teas to lattes and cappuccinos. They offer hot coffees and chilled coffees, but they do not offer Frappuccinos. Also available are some tasty snacks. There are brownies, pastries, quiches, sandwiches, Gelato, and yogurt. I like this location because it offers an elevated area to sit and relax with my beverage of choice that is out of the traffic area of the ordering counter. I haven't been to the other locations, so I don't know if this is the only location with the upper seating area. read more

Coffee Scene - Interior view of The Coffee Scene showing the counter and the second floor seating area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

This is one of the few larger cafe options in Fayetteville that has plenty of places to sit, plug in and work. Their coffee, however is far from spectacular, and don't get me started on the quiche... Their employees are 5 stars, though, all very sweet, hardworking (from what I saw) and knowledgable on the brand. I believe Coffee Scene is a corporate style chain that "brews their own coffee," and sells in shop. They had a variety of different flavors ranging from White Russian to Jamaican Me Crazy. It reminded me of a very American grocery store coffee selection where they try to sweeten and cream everything up so it tastes like dessert instead of coffee anymore. The offered all hot coffee, chai, hot coco and espresso options. Though, if you are pretty familiar with espresso drinks and have a regular go-to at your local cafe, you may want to clarify with the staff on how they make said menu option before closing the deal. I ordered a small macchiato and asked minimal milk and they gave me a huge (grande Starbucks sized) cup that taste like hot sweet milk with a splash of coffee flavoring. I went back up to the counter to make they'd given me the right order and they told me that's how they make their variation of macchiato. They were very sweet and offered immediately to replace my order with something more like what I had in mind, no charge. Even the replacement drink wasn't that tasty and gave me some pretty bad heartburn after. That in combination with the quiche... I thought I'd be somewhat healthy, avoid the muffins and pastries and ordered a homemade veggie quiche. First off, I think there may have been a sliver of spinach with a pepper chunk the size of my pinky nail, as far as veggies go. Second, could I have some egg with that cheese? Oh my gosh I've never seen more chunky, layered, greasy cheese on an egg dish in my life. Call me "granola," but I dabbed 4 napkins on that thing to try and soak up the oil and it was still dripping at the end. Needless to say I got bad heartburn, it didn't mix well with my ill tasting coffee and I was definitely let down at the quality for dollar amount. If you're a Fayetteville local, this may be one of the few large spots to meet with groups for study sessions, meetings, etc. and I'd say it's a nice-isn venue for that. However, I wouldn't really recommend for anything else. Their gelato bar looked visually pleasing so that could be a hit, but other than that, especially if you consider yourself a coffee connoisseur like myself, this isn't really the place for you. I'd say 2.5 stars but customer service experience made me round up to 3. read more

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Staff is super friendly and accomodating! Enough tables for digital nomads working in cafes ( PS. Bring jacket as the AC felt like jmin full blast after awhile) Coffee / Espresso. Ordered a double shot and i saw they used the dual spout portafilter and share that shot with another drink. Im not sure why, but my espresso is not that good. ( This is just my opinion on espresso prep and taste)... Overall still ok if you not that picky with espresso quality read more

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I am updating my review of this place to reflect the following: The facility is poorly maintained. The drinks are overpriced and underwhelming. I have frequented this place for over 8 years and just recently has it gone downhill. I have tried to remain loyal, but have now been forced to take my business elsewhere. The regular patrons are seemingly nice, just like the appearance of the place. It's all a facade. Roaches inside and out. Broken seating, faulty equipment in the restrooms causing incidents like water leaking from the electrical outlet. There is broken equipment and missing equipment on the patio, and do not inquire as to the last time it was really cleaned. This place used to be ok. Used to. They can't even update their hours... see the photo. And nothing is posted on the door. Save yourself the money and time and just go to DD or SBucks. read more

Coffee Scene - Yelp title screen. Note the hours of operation. Totally inaccurate. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

Earlier today we went to the drive up window. The order was for two iced mocha coffee drinks and 3 steak and cheese bagels. I also asked for a 16 ounce French roast coffee. I don't know why this seemed to cause a problem... When we got to the pick up window, there seemed to be an attitude problem...I was told "I got you the house coffee... it's cheaper"! So, she closed the window, and 3 seconds later, reopened the window and handed out a coffee...It turned out to be NOT French Roast... We just couldn't imagine why we were treated in strange, impatient and rude manner. My niece said that we had to try this place, because it was exceptional. And I don't mean to belabor the point, but the experience sucked!! If you have a menu item that is too difficult to provide...then, perhaps you should discontinue it...and not substitute French Roast coffee with rude nasty behavior. read more

I love this place. It's great for hangout and/or studying individually or groups. They have two levels with chair and couches and also outdoors seating. I feel most of the time the outdoors seating is used for smokers. The drinks are great and they have some variety of sweet and savory options. I tried the quiche which is really delicious.. for Sunday nights, they have some music. Which is great but if you are studying not so great read more

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My favorite coffee place in town. They have an awesome seasonal menu for most holidays and seasons and the gelato is delicious. I love that they have so many pastry options and the inside is cute! Saturday's they have buy one get one free gelato! Little coffee and gelato dates are a new thing for my husband and I. Edit: I've been coming here a little over a year and have noticed a huge downward spiral in the customer service in the last couple months. This place used to be very friendly and nice but in the last few months I've seen a lot of negativity from the employees. Especially this older woman that works here. She's been the worst; is always rude and scowling at customers. I've even heard her gossip about other customers to people standing in line. I don't know how to describe her other than she wears a head wrap, is short and mean looking. I really hope the attitude twards customers improves because I would be sad if that was the reason I stop going to what used to be my favorite coffee shop. read more

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They brightened my visit to Fayetteville with all those flat one story franchises and plazas. Amazing place with character, great staff and beverages read more

Nice, comfortable coffee shop with home like feeling, friendly people, great menu choices, with inside and outside seating ( with Shade ), on Downtown "Hay street". Coffee shop is on the first floor of historic "Prince Charles Hotel", near lots of parking close to city hall and airborne-Special forces Museum. Opens early like 7:00 a.m. read more

This is definitely my kind of coffee house :) This place is located off of Morganton, across from BB&T, Hardee's and Food Lion. You actually have to pull in behind Carrabba's to get to their parking lot. There is covered patio seating, with outlets near almost every table. The eclectic decoration on the inside is ideal for a coffee house: warm, welcoming, kind of dark, and relaxing. There is seating downstairs and upstairs as well, which is where I sat. I was greeted instantly by the cashier and upon noticing that I was undecided, she politely informed me that she would give me some time and come back when I appeared ready. She was very nice and knowledgeable. I ordered a blueberry muffin and a salted caramel latte (this was so good)! The blueberry muffin was the right amount of yumminess (I know this not a word). The latte was just hot enough and sweet enough. I sat on the cute couch, that sits at the top of the stairs, plugged in my laptop and enjoyed my visit. I will definitely return! read more

Coffee Scene - Blueberry muffin - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

I'd give it a 3.5 but can't. It has lots if. Coffee flavors and variety, seating upstairs. Downstairs seating, not much and the one couch not comfortable at all. Cheesecake wasn't defrosted all the way, got seasonal mocha peppermint Coffee but tasted no mint and wish it was as hot as I like. Parfait should be a little bigger. The reason I still give it a 4 is the quiche. I'd definitely go back, but I'd be more basic with my coffee and so far, stick with the delicious quiche. read more

Great little coffee shop. Ample seating inside with eclectic collection of seating upstairs and down. Nice vibes, friendly staff and most importantly, great coffee. read more

There are two reviews from and Adam S and Annamarie B. These two reviews are made because they are disgruntled and upset because as they sit and take up space with drinks from other establishments when there is a sign clearly posted that says "No outside food or drinks permitted" means that they are loitering. The reviewer Adam S. clearly states that they get their coffee from the gas station, this clearly means that they don't want to patron this place. The reviewer is acting childish because they don't want to spend money at an establishment that they want to use the facilities to "see their friends and people". Also, this is a business which is open to make money, where is the problem with being open to make money because that is what they are open for. Annamarie's review is also posted after a confrontation with management stating that drinks from another place were not accepted. You're using a place of business for a free hang out.....loitering. If you are stupid enough to believe these bad reviews that's on you but you can see that they are from moronic disgruntled wanna-be customers that think it should be a "hang out spot". What are you? I'm high school? I left this high school bullshit in the '90s. The only "bullies" on the patio are the self proclaimed "regulars" that don't spend money at an establishment open to make money. If you don't agree with their narrative you are the enemy and they talk shit about you behind your back and act like elementary school children. Take these reviews with a grain of salt. I've been frequenting this place since I was 16 and yes the coffee has changed but suppliers and issues with supplies during the current global pandemic. Don't let petty childish antics turn you away from a place that will allow you to get away with a lot of things such as spending 4 years using their facilities with barely spending a dime here. read more

The Coffee Scene has all the items you want in a coffee joint. It needs to feel like an extension of your own living space, a room away from home to study, relax or be social with friends. The Coffee Scene has all that - great coffee and tea options as well as gelato and other baked goodies... Great seating options, comfortable atmosphere and always friendly staff. Truly the coffee scene in Fayetteville... read more

HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE. Horrible health hazards. I would not pay one more cent to this organization because of the service I received. I ordered two mochas for my husband and I. And the whole time I was in line I noticed the milk was outside of the fridge. Also 2 whip cream bottles. All dairy products that should be refrigerated. After my drinks were made I kindly asked how long the milk had been out of the refrigerator (because Bacteria will grow if left unrefrigerated) and she responded "not long because we go through them quickly" and I responded "okay I just ask bc I don't want to get sick so I just thought I'd ask" and she replies "well if you don't like it you don't have to drink our coffee" !!! Coming from a person who used to manage a franchised coffee shop, I know health hazards when I see them and definitely do not appreciate the rude response. She was a white young blonde girl. My mocha wasn't even properly mixed in either. Horrible barista skills. In the future they should put it back in the fridge after using instead of leaving it out for the next drink over and over again. That's how ppl get sick! read more

I have been a long time patron to this coffee spot since I was a teenager back when it was in the Westwood shopping plaza. I have nothing bad to say about the service or quality of the food and beverages, the atmosphere is nice as well. I do not like the location as opposed to the old spot in Westwood. Being right next to Morganton road does give them more views from the main road but if you want to enjoy yourself outside it's very hard with the loud traffic. Being on the intersection of Morganton and McPherson Church road is a prime location though, so much traffic for their business. I recommend anyone to try the shake with the espresso beans or the morning jolt. Don't get me started on their gelato...good variety and delicious. Check out the open mic nights if your a fan of acoustic music and poetry! read more

Great Staff and awesome coffee! This place was highly recommended by a coworker of mine and it did not disappoint.

Stopped by to grab an afternoon coffee and we were so glad we stopped in! Felt like we stepped into the set of friends with it's super warm and quirky ambiance. We got a latte, cappuccino, and a croissant. The latte and cappuccino were great and a plus is that they have a ton of sugar free options to choose from for flavors! The croissant was eh so I would stick with just the coffee next time. Looking forward to going back. Side note- a great place to get work done with plenty of outlets, couches, and internet! read more

Ok so the baked goods are gross, the coffee drinks are below average. The only reason to come here is to get a quiet workspace or the gelato. The gelato is actually very very good. Not the best, but very good. The rest of their offerings are gross tbh. read more

RUDE BARISTA! I went through the Drive-Thru yesterday. When they asked me to sign the tip line on the receipt, I didn't out anything because there was a tip jar on the counter at the window as well, and depending on the service, was going to put a tip in there because I had cash on hand. The barista who handed me my drink was a female with dyed dark hair, edgy makeup with eyeliner, and gauges in her ears. I handed her back the receipt, and then she went to get our drinks. It took her about 10 minutes for 2 drinks and a scoop of ice cream. When she came back, her attitude had drastically changed, she handed me our drinks. When I asked her for a spoon, she grabbed it, fumbled it, and then under her breath said,"and no tip?" She completely blew it with the bad attitude. She was extremely brazen. A bad attitude and being rude to a customer over a tip that she would have gotten if she had been able to maintain her composure over $2. read more

Pleasantly surprised. I normally don't like to try new places for a chai latte bc it either ends up super sweet or no flavor. I didn't love that it was almost a dollar more than it would've been at Starbucks but the flavor and service were on point. read more

Excellent coffee and gelatos. Went there twice now. Nice service. will be going again.

I'm not sure if they've had new hires since the other posts about bad customer service. I came in on a Monday afternoon at like 2 when there were people inside, but not backed up lines. The barista with the pink hair greeted me and seemed friendly. I also popped in on Saturday when it was busier. While the barista with the pink hair had seemed friendlier during the slower shift, the evening ones didn't seem rude or anything. The coffee was OK. The gelato looks great, but I can't try it for dietary reasons. There's plenty of upstairs, downstairs and outdoor seating. The only thing was I didn't see any posted signs of the WiFi and that was the whole reason I came in on Saturday was to get some work done. Because of being on a time crunch for work and then being busy, I didn't have time to ask someone and ended up having to use my own cellphone data for a hotspot. read more

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This place is awesome! Plenty of parking - a drive-through if you're in a hurry - or you can go inside where it is spacious and has seating both downstairs and upstairs in a very inclusive coffee-shop hang out way. They had tons of delicious fresh gelato and we sampled probably half the flavors they had before we made our choice. The gal helping us was friendly and at no time acted put-out or upset about it. She was a sweetheart. The gelato was really good - like REALLY - and they had a special where it was buy one get one free so we were able to get 4 different flavors! You can't beat that! It was late so we didn't order coffee - just the gelato - but they had some pastries and quiche items that looked delicious for breakfast or earlier in the day as well as the usual coffee drinks you might want. Not only was there a ton of ample seating inside, but they had a nice patio outside as well some people were sitting on hanging out. They also have a drive-through! Win! This place is awesome and I wish we had one back home where I am from! Dayum! A great coffee shop like this is hard to find in some places - trust me! read more

A young lady snatched money out of my hand, after frequenting the store for several days and getting an Americano w/milk, in this day that exact request was questioned by the attendant. No matter what was asked she spoke over me. Then she said this is a coffee shop we make anything. Once the order was correct I handed her the money and she snatched it. I reported it to a manager to no avail. In fact the manager of the store looked at me as if I had done something wrong. read more

Hip little coffee shop that my friend and I popped in on today. Grabbed a white chocolate mocha and a slice of banana bread. Not too bad. Coffee was flavorful and made to my specifications. There's a cute little seating area upstairs and a few tables downstairs. This place actually has a pulse to it. Lots of energy. Lots of people. Definitely a nice coffee shop where you can chill. read more