Been to this place a few times and had a pretty decent experience. This was years ago but I remember when they used to have singers come out and do little performance once a week and my friends would invite me out to watch their friends perform. I remember the vibes were pretty welcoming. I have gone once since then but during the day and the vibes were pretty chill and low-key but nothing too crazy. Just a typical experience but also a really good college outing memory. The matcha I had from there wasn't particularly my favorite but they used to keep their espresso machine up at night during the performance, I'm not completely sure if I remember correctly if they sold liquor or alcohol but the drink that I did have from there the first time I went was pretty good. The ambiance is pretty normal for greensboro, I feel like almost every establishment you walk in, there will be cracked floors but I just remember the staff was pretty awesome and as far as pastries, they had a pretty good variety and gluten free options and other food sensitivity options. I believe a few years ago, I recall an episode of "Catfish" where Nev and Max also visited this place so that was pretty interesting to experience that but honestly a pretty decent place. read more

I don't really drink coffee too often but I really loved this coffee shop! It definitely has some character and seems like a cozy place to come and grab a quick drink. Really liked the aesthetic and all of the art pieces hung up. All of the drinks are named after famous celebrities. I got the Leo DiCaprio with less sweetener, but wish I noticed the seasonal drinks before I ordered because they all sounded really good. The barista was pretty nice as well. read more

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I recently stopped by Common Grounds for the first time. This location is super cute and eclectic. It seemed to offer a good amount of seating for a coffee shop. They had a lot of options on the menu as well and it was fun that a lot of their specialty drinks were named after celebrities. I ended up getting the Marlin Brando which was a latte with Carmel and white chocolate. At first when I took a sip I did not taste those flavors, however after a quick mix I realized they were just on the bottom of the cup. The flavor was nice and the expresso tasted smooth. read more

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Stopped in last weekend for a coffee after doing some shopping and it was pretty good! Not too busy midday on Sunday so was the perfect time. Got the Leonardo DiCaprio iced latte (vanilla and honey). Overall was pretty good, had just the right amount of sweetness in my opinion. Would definitely come back when in the area. read more

Common Grounds - Iced Leonardo DiCaprio - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

Common Grounds is a cool, divey place where you can relax and play some games. The decorum is definitely on the more rustic/vintage side. They have some retro coin slot arcade games (coins not included), a pool table, an old piano, and a chess board. There's many things you can do here to unwind! There's also very comfortable couch seating where you can sit, relax and study/work. Along with their coffee selections, they also have a small beer selection as well. Sometimes people like to smoke outside and that smell can travel inside a little. read more

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So on the list of coffee places to try in Greensboro this is definitely a spot to try. It is such a cute spot. As we pulled up I told my husband I had to take a picture as I loved the outside of the shop they had a small outside seating area. Once inside it's a quirky shop with a bunch of different art work, definitely a vibe. Their menu was named after a bunch of actors while they also had regular coffee. I ordered the Marlon Brando it was super delicious my husband had an iced americano as he likes his coffee black. We had an appointment in 30 minutes and just sat in the cafe and enjoyed our drinks and the vibe. They offer free wifi. The guy behind the counter was super friendly. Definitely will be coming back here when we are in the area. read more

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Stopped here before taking my hubs out for a birthday pedi and we got the Leonardo DiCaprio and Fuel lattes. Omgoodness. So good. We were both pleasantly surprised by how much we liked our drinks. The barista said the Fuel latte was her personal creation and my hubs LOVED it. The seating was also super cute and eclectic. They also had a really decent selection of baked goods but we opted not to today. Not for lack of availability tho, they all looked really good. read more

A fantastic local coffee shop, walking distance from UNCG. The staff are friendly, the drinks are great, and they carry baked goods from local bakeries supporting fellow small businesses. I got a pistachio latte with oat milk. Bonus, they use 1883 Maison Routin brand syrups! read more

Common Grounds - Pistachio latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

Super cute spot!! Check out the photos for cuteness and cozy vibes. The coffee was really good! I'd love to try all of their specialties! The food all looked yummy, but I didn't get any this time. The only downsides to this place is the parking and the temperature inside. It was super hot in there! Not sure if maybe their air went out? As far as parking goes, there's just not much of it, and it's awkward trying to back out when you leave. Otherwise, 5 stars! Great place to study! read more

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We didn't stay. No one was inside but people were loitering outside smoking. The drinks looked good but we couldn't stay because the noise inside was horrendous. It wasn't even music. read more

Common Grounds is one of my favorite local coffee shops in Greensboro. Prior to moving to Lindley Park I would drive here to get coffee. I love living within walking distance to a great coffee shop. The baristas are always nice and the coffee is delicious! Totally worth it even if you live in another of Greensboro. Pro tip: be sure to check out open mic night every Thursday at 7! read more

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Went there for a cup of coffee at 9:14pm on Saturday, stood at the counter for at least a minute no one acknowledged us. We had to ask a customer was there someone working and they said that employee is outside smoking a cigarette. Mind you there was a whole crowd of people socializing outside some smoking, but not one person acknowledge us or said that they would be right with us when we walked in the door. We end up, leaving and going to a nearby gas station for coffee. Please do better with your customer service read more

Coffee is really bad and staff is treated terribly by management. The seating areas are nice, but they recently removed all of the arcade games from the back. Lattes are awful and I've heard from employees that's the equipment is rarely cleaned. Staff is really nice. read more

For my first official visit to Common Grounds, I give a thumbs up! This specific location was adorable! The barista was so kind and courteous. She helped me to narrow down my decision and enhance my order by making personal recommendations! I ended up adding coconut flavoring to my iced Matcha Latte and it was amazingly refreshing. I also had to try a blueberry lemon loaf cake (not pictured)...it was delicious and devoured quickly! This is the perfect quaint coffee shop vibe with a vintage feel. I'll be back for sure! read more

Common Grounds - Iced Matcha Latte (with Coconut!) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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Nice cafe (coffee, beer and pastries) that has a nice atmosphere. They have events like karaoke and open mic. You can also reserve events there. I ordered the Marlon Brando latte on ice. It was delicious. They have outside seating, indoor games and books. I was probably the oldest person there as this is in UNCG area. I was remembering when Blind Tiger was there and it looks like Walkers moved next door. Suds and Duds is still there. read more

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Such a neat little coffee shop located right beside Retos Kitchen and across the street from sticks and stones. We stopped by on a Sunday afternoon and they were BUSY. There was also a DJ setting up to play some music. I ordered the Robert Downey Jr and it was GREAT. I love that each drink is named for a different celebrity. They also had Camino bakery treats for sale. It looks like this spot is used a lot for meeting of large groups. Especially college kids doing group projects. We didn't have a place to sit while waiting for our coffee but no biggie. It just made sense that they opened a second common grounds location for how busy they seem to stay. Will definitely be back for more delicious coffee! read more

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With a very relaxed vibe that invites you to chill and just enjoy your time while you indulge in a tasteful coffee. Friendly staff, good services, and a lot of delicious options are going to make this coffee shop one of your faves spots. What I had? Angela Basset, a dark chocolate latte, with lavender and vanilla. read more

This neighborhood shop has the vibe, the service and the community of a classic coffee shop. I love it! From the music to the drinks, I always feel a warm welcome and enjoy my favorite drink. My favorite is the Robert Downey Jr. with oat milk. Highly recommend! read more

Common Grounds - Great patio! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

Good snacks and drinks with a unique vibe. Close to a lot. We had the Bill Murray and Jennifer Lawrence and loved it, plus some coffee cake. read more

Common Grounds - A hot latte shown with the view from a window seat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

After attending yoga class across the street, I was happy to look across the way and see this new coffee shop! This is the second location for this business. I visited on the third day of business, and you could definitely not tell this was a new location! It was running like a well oiled machine. I will have to say that this is the best oatmeal chai latte I have had in the Triad so far! This location is open late, which is great, because many coffee shops are not. They had a stage area in the front, so I am looking forward to seeing what will be offered in that space. They also serve beer so it's a great spot for a late night evening as well. I'm definitely looking forward to coming back! read more

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A movie buff's coffee dream! Common Grounds is a creative, eclectic coffee shop that was abuzz this Sunday afternoon. The decor is moody and funky, with a giant Leonardo DiCaprio mural. You'll find a drink named after him as well! Their signature latte flavor combinations are named after some of cinema's most notable actors like Marlon Brando, Charlie Chaplin, and Robin Williams! I really love when places have a distinct theme. It just makes it fun! There were a ton of people sitting around working, and this definitely seems like a place where you could get your creative juices flowing (as suggested by the graffiti message on the wall: "creativity is contagious, pass it on." I ordered the Marlon Brando which was a latte with white chocolate and caramel. My friend got the Robert Downey Jr. which was dark chocolate, caramel and salt and we both enjoyed! They also have delicious baked goods from Black Magnolia bakery! My only complaint is there's not a lot of space to wait for your drink if they're busy. We were kind of standing by the door constantly having to move out of the way since it was a bit cramped but that's not really to the fault of the establishment. Overall, this is a neat place to come check out! read more

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Little college area coffee shop/wine lounge. Amazingly good coffee. Were there for the afternoon slump pick me up. This hit the spot. The menu was usual coffee shop fare plus a really neat named after movie stars latte menu. Nice little wine and beer menu as well. Great seating spread out a d outdoor seating. Mostly seemed like a college study lounge! Loved the outdoor seating. Except for the smoke coming over from the table behind us, but we are outdoors ! Definitely one of the most perfect cappuccinos I've ever had. Made just like how I asked, half liquid half foam. Nice frothy milk, and their cinnamon is really nice and strong. Server behind the bar, was really nice and friendly. Some packaged baked goods also available for the sweet minded. Great local coffee hang out. read more

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Love the vibe here. Retro coffee shop with beer, wine, ice cream and coffee, of course. Had theAngela Basset, definitely recommend.

This is a nice and quiet place and has good ambience. People who work here are polite and helpful. Loved the way they have designed it. read more

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Love it! My breakup with Starbucks became official after visiting Common Grounds. Love the vibes, the employees, outdoor seatings, even the other customers always seem like great people. The Evan Rachel Wood (vanilla and coconut latte) has become my go-to order. Prices are a little bit higher but I don't mind since I want to support local coffee shops. I highly recommend! read more

Common Grounds - Evan Rachel Wood - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

Our go to Coffee Shop in Greensboro. Menu and vibe here is interesting. Something for everyone. I recommend coming often to try everything. read more

Common Grounds - Bill Murray my favorite - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

I've been in the area on multiple occasions but it was the first time I see common grounds. It seems to be a cool spot to chill w friends. We enjoyed live music and had smoothies w some cookies. Eli Lev's performance was beyond my expectations, he's very talented and full of life. The crowd was small but his music/voice was infectious and spectacular. He played the guitar, flute and harmonica. I think there's room for improvement for common grounds to make it more inviting place and to offer more snacks. I would consider coming back. read more

Common Grounds - Eli Lev performing - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

This is probably my favorite coffee shop in Greensboro. The selection is great, the space is really cool, and the staff is always super friendly and accommodating. I went here recently when the season changed for some fall flavors. I like a Pumpkin Spice Latte as well as the next gal, but Starbucks makes their's waaay too sweet for me. At Common Grounds I ordered their equivalent, which was way more palatable and cheaper. They have a great local vibe and everything I've ever gotten here has been great. They also sometimes have open mics and other events for the community, which is pretty awesome. I will definitely be back soon. read more

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They have good coffee and fun flavor options. The pastries are also pretty good. It gives an old school vibe, not shiny and new, but very much a college town kind of hideaway. read more

My favorite coffee shop in Greensboro! I've been coming here for the past few years and the the employees are always friendly, the drinks are delicious, and they offer vegan and gluten free baked goods. read more

OK coffee, cold service, dirty tables first thing in the morning. I've been here before and really liked it, so this was surprising. Also, the hours so 7AM but I was there at 8AM and they were just opening. Clearly the barista was not into my middle-aged demographic. read more

The place is nice. Great location and cool atmosphere. They even have a stage! Unfortunately my experience wasn't so great. The barista was pretty cold and she had her sweaty armpit hair flowing in the wind from underneath her tank top (I was afraid some would get into my coffee). We said thank you and didn't get a "you're welcome" or a "thanks for your business". The barista really didn't seem like she wanted to be there or have anything to do with us. Plus they were out of matcha and the latte; although delicious, was undersized for a "large". Place def has potential but needs to train on customer service and have a better dress code and hygiene standard for workers. read more

A welcoming neighborhood coffee shop. A great place for studying. The parking in front is limited, but there is lots of street parking. I ordered a chai latte with soy milk (they only have vanilla soy milk). Pretty average chai. There is also kava and smoothies served here. They also have sweets and I got a vegan coconut lemon cupcake. It was very moist. Not a huge coffee shop, but you have options to sit at a bar, tables, couch or outside. They also have a book swap and a back room with a pool table, arcade and gallery. I will probably check out the back room next time. Back room has pool table, arcade and gallery read more

Things have changed. The coffee is still good quality but Common Grounds has lost some of their quality staff. Inexperience has come into play and it's now hit and miss. I'm confident they'll pick up again and it's still a great place to hangout. They just need more time to get back to where they were. Help them out guys. We need more grass roots for the home town feel we all desire. I haven't given up on them yet. read more

When I think of dive bar coffee shop, this is what comes to mind. I simply was looking for a local coffee shop and this one had raving reviews. I came in on a whim and loved that they have so many specialty options and different milk options as well. There was however only barista working and the line/drink orders took a while. Would definitely try again when in the area. read more

Common Grounds - Really wish they had cute reusable cups - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

We found Common Grounds when we were looking for a local coffee shop still open at 10pm. We ordered a mango chamomile herbal hot tea and an iced latte. The cookies were great, too! We tried a sugar cookie and white chocolate, cranberry, walnut (not sure if the selection changes daily, or seasonally, etc.). read more

My favorite place in North Carolina to get coffee. It's unique, it has relaxed energy, and you'd never expect to find a place like this in Greensboro. Holly gives great service and makes a great coffee. read more

I am always up for coffee - unless it's that major chain - then only if there are no other options. I am always up for a beer. I am always up for live music, especially in Lindley Park! I am always up for a chess match (if you are not too good). Well Common Grounds has them all - and they are all done very, very well! Live LOCAL music fills the nights and students and locals fill the days. Great coffee, beer, and locally made desserts as well as the coolest t-shirts are found at Common Grounds. A great place to meet, eat, and drink - oh and listen. Service is always great and everything made to order. For more adult beverages and later-night music, visit their sister location, the Flat Iron downtown. read more

Comfortable inviting place. All I had was a beer. The folks were all friendly and helpful!

the ambiance of this place is very chill and pop culture all the way. The barista made my order quick and delicious. There are sugar free options and they offer a variety of yummy sweets read more