Such a great local coffee shop!! The coffee tasted luxurious and the vibe was fun, kind of grungy and trendy, really cool decor and merch. I got a vanilla late with oat milk and my bf got a dirty chai. both were amazing. great workers, amazing vibe. read more

Cosmonaut Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

It was fine, drinks aren't sweet. Barista seemed to be grumpy. Also hard to tell if they are open or not. Also on the pricy side.

The Satellite Coffee location that I went to off of 6th in the MASA building left. When I went to ask the MASA hostess about what happened to them she said that this location closed but that there was another location around downtown but the name changed and she did not remember what it was called. Well it took a couple of months to figure it out but this place is no longer called Satellite Coffee but Cosmonaut Coffee. It is located in the same building and all and from going off of previous pictures pretty much looks the same. The coffee shop is on top of another building. The space of the establishment is still pretty small but better than the one on 6th where there was no place to sit. This place has some benches and is decorated Space Race fabulous with a hint of 1960's modern art love from the lamp in there. The tables are fun as they have the solar system and various satellites on them. To make the fun yet simple decor even more exciting they sell Soviet symboled shirts and hoodies! Yay! The coffee is just as good as when they were under the Satellite Coffee moniker. The mochas and the lattes are great! They have a small pastry case which contains delicious items! I really enjoy the Squash Bread that they have here! Even coffee snobs seems to like this place because as I sit enjoying my coffee and bread I overhear terms and just a certain kind of talk that only coffee aficionados would use! I'm thinking this is my "go to" coffee shop for Tacoma! read more

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For some reason, 'Cosmonaut' just caught my attention enough to come check 'er out. Definitely a cool, unique little spot that sort of has an old 'retro spacey' feel to it; probably blamed on the name, haha. Staying at a nearby inn, I went for a morning walk to this place. The dude working was chill & friendly. I was only half sure what I wanted and then he sort of interjected with a smooth "---or both soy & hemp or almond & hemp---", or something similar to that effect (2 milks combined). I was like 'hm! ok, that sounds interesting.' I think a shortie latte and/or chai. I don't recall the bakery items but they sound good for next time. Cool beans! read more

The BEST coffee in Tacoma. The BEST. Excellent Stumptown coffee, prepared better by the Satellite baristas than some of Stumptown's own. (had a lousy latte at the Stumptown on Division in PDX just a few weeks ago), Coke made with real sugar, an Americano with honey, insanely well crafted syrups and the best atmosphere (albeit tiny). Feel good about supporting local business and drinking Fair Trade beans, if I have to pay a little more for quality & to support these things - so be it. However, the prices for drinks aren't out of line with better establishments: a 16 oz. latte is $3.75 (granted, it's one shot). A small drip is $1.75 - a 16 oz drip is 2.75. You add some of their excellent syrup for the usual .50 cents. Considering that a shitty (or decent) cup of drip coffee in any restaurant is usually $2.00 anymore...I don't think that's too bad. The baked goods, when they aren't sold out, are delicious and well priced - $2 for a big blueberry scone. One quibble might be they should carry a wee bit more for us fatties. VIVA SATELLITE!! read more

Cosmonaut Coffee - Satellite at night - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Espresso done right....most of the time. To date, I've had one barista actually stirrrrred the heck out of my shots after putting in a tiny bit of steamed milk, so I didn't like that. I know you need to add the milk to the shots quickly so it doesn't go wrong, but the long metal spoon that dripped with water wasn't necessary when she was already to add the steamed milk/foam...that does the trick for the rest of them! All the other baristas don't do this....That being said, you can get a gooood cup of espresso here...they pull them at the right time, and MOST make amazing stiff foam with the teeniest of bubbles. One gal always makes the foam on my cappucinno dance out of the cup, so that it looks like a muffin top (which attests to it's great density) Hopefully they can all learn from her ways. Never tasted the dainties, but they do look good...some day, when calories aren't an issue, I'll splurge :-) The whole beans are great. They get them super fresh from Stumptown in Seattle, and the roast dates are marked on the bags. I like the huge variety of coffee regions and that they roast mainly to a medium, which is the way good coffee should be enjoyed. I know some of the baristas may come off as unfriendly, but in comparison to the kids at Starbucks with their chirpy dolphin-like "how is your day going? Are you out shopping today? Have a GREAT day!" that is repeated to each customer, I'd rather have the cold shoulder of the focused barista who is out to make a mean cup of joe for my $$$ any day. read more

This is our local coffee shop - we live a few blocks from here and stop in pretty regularly. Even the so-so baristas pull some pretty good coffee and the great ones pull some great coffee. They've completely converted me to Stumptown beans, which I wasn't sure of before. Rarely over-roasted, consistently good. If you have dairy allergies, this is the place to go. They always have rice milk available for me (and I'm apparently not the only person that orders it because I frequently get the end of the container) and the menu boasts soy, almond, coconut, and rice milk. They frequently have a gluten-free, dairy-free treat available if that's a thing you need. Why only four stars, then? I wish there was more seating - there's always one person camping the table near the door with a laptop - leaving a tall bar (no good for kids) and the one table by the retail sales section. It's nice to be able to carry my coffee over to Wright Park but sometimes I'd like to sit in a warm, dry place with a cup that's not paper. Parking is also quite an issue - they have a lot but I've witnessed many near-accidents in it, three cars at most. read more

Enjoyed my almond milk cortado! You can tell they care about the quality of their shots, the milk. Cool atmosphere with good stuff to read. But I'm not super in to dogs, which are welcome in this establishment. I'll be back for sure. Be awesome to see them turn the rooftop into a green roof. Its mind meltingly hot in the summer. read more

Cosmonaut Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Was here today for the first time. Very small spot so, you can overlook it while driving. It's a nice cozy small spot with good coffee and prices are very close to Starbucks for a 12-16oz Cappuccino, latte etc.. The inside is very neat with round tables and chairs for seating. It's a good spot for a introductory date or just to meetup for coffee and a conversation. It's near a nice park and a botanical conservatory. read more

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Some of the best coffee you'll ever have. Not just because they serve Stumptown, but because the people there know and love coffee. And you can taste it in every cup! Every time I go in there I get a new recommendation. From what beans to get to what style of coffee fits my current needs and every time I'm blown away. (Thanks for the latest suggestion of the best cold brew I've ever had.) The deck is the perfect place for our beautiful summer days. I could sit out there for hours just listening to the sounds of the park and people watching from the perfect high up little perch. read more

Cosmonaut Coffee - Cold brew on a fabulous deck. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

My initial review was removed erroneously so I'm reposting it. I walked into the shop about 8 minutes before the listed closing time on the door. The barista looked up at me startled- he said "Sorry, I forgot to lock the door. We are closed" I replied "But according to the door you still have several minutes before closing." Barista says "I decided to close early" This is my firsthand customer experience. It should never have happened. Businesses should, without fail, make every attempt to honor the hours posted on their doors. Anything less is terrible customer service. read more

Top shelf coffee shop. Probably not the place to bring all your school books for a marathon study sesh; they have a few tables inside and outside but it's pretty small. But definitely the place to grab a stellar coffee and have a chat with the barista. James is super friendly and remembered my wife and I when we went back on another of our date nights. If you're feeling adventurous, try a cardamum latte. It's awesome. read more

Cosmonaut has become one of my favorites spots to stop for coffee. Everything is good here. The espresso is perfect. The coffee is perfect. The cold brew is really strong but it's delicious. Every time I've gone in the baristas have been extremely friendly. There isn't much seating, so it's not the best place to study or get work done... but the coffee is so good. read more

Debated on 3 stars but gave it 4 - read on for why: My boyfriend and I got a pour over and a teeny latte and a sticker = almost $20? I guess it's my fault, I should've checked the prices first. But for such a small latte and imo the pour over tasted like potato water... That just imo but if you know your coffee, don't listen to me - I think a coffee connoisseur might've thought differently, and my boyfriend drank the whole thing no problem. My latte was good, but nothing I'd go there specifically for, it was a little different than others, but not my favorite. The man that helped us was super cool - I wanted a dirty chai but he said the chai needs to be on it's own. And I needed more caffeine than that so he just said to get a latte. They had cool stuff out, business cards from locals etc. Some fancy lookin coffee for sale. The place feels like a tree house, parking can be hard to come by. I like the style, but this is really a stop for a coffee expert - not me who can get a huge crappy latte for cheap from anywhere and be just as happy. I debated going 3 stars because I didn't feel that my money was well spent, but I'll give it 4 because the service was friendly, he seems to know his coffee stuff, the style of the place was unique and there was no line. Maybe not for me, but no reason not to recommend it for someone else. read more

GREAT coffee shop. Perfect/Delicious lattes. Will go again and again. Help them out and pay cash if you can!

My husband, our kids, and myself have had coffee here many times. Mostly because it's near wright park (where our kids play), and because it is a Pokémon gym for the app Pokémon Go. The coffee was mediocre at best, and overpriced, but it was a convenient spot to play the game, and have a coffee. Today we parked at Cosmonaut Coffee to battle at the Pokémon gym (the battle lasts less than 4 minutes). We, along with some other Pokémon players were greeted with a knock on our window by bearded employee of Cosmonaut Coffee telling us we needed to leave the parking lot if we were playing Pokemon. We simply said "ok", and were willing to move, but he continued berating us with a very poor and unprofessional attitude. Had he took the time to ask us about the game, he would have realized we would have been there less than 4 minutes. Also, if he doesn't want people playing the game in his parking lot, then he should request to have the gym removed. I'm willing to bet, though, that if the gym is removed, they will lose a large portion of their business. Mostly because several people in the Pokémon community order coffee from there regularly. They lost our business for good. Had he had a nicer attitude, then perhaps this review would be different. read more

Hands down my go-to coffee place in all of Tacoma, Cosmonaut's got the laid down vibe and amazing choice in latte's you crave. As a late bloomer to coffee, a big chunk of my schoolin' has been here. read more

Do you like Hemp? How about goats? One of the only places in Tacoma you can enjoy both in some amazing STUMPTOWN coffee. This place is owned by a pretty down to earth owner who is in like 10 bands. When I lived in Portland I pretty much had Stumptown coffee every day. What a treat that they are available in Tacoma. The only downside is, it is in a pretty small location, it is always pretty busy in their. I work right down the road from here so I stop in a lot. The people their are great. It is fun to just go and sit down and talk to some of the other people, the conversations are great. They recently opened another location down on 6th ave which is pretty sweet. read more

I left my wallet in here a few weeks ago and was thrilled that they returned it, thanks so much for being so honest. The coffee was great too, my kids still ask for the tree house coffee shop, even though they don't order anything, they just like being here! read more

This is the most overrated coffee shop in all of Tacoma. I was glared at by two hipster patrons on the deck of this fantastically cute coffee shop. I figured they were just the standard upscale coffeeshop fare and proceed on in to order a 16oz drip from the "barista" who was far more concerned with this Generation 4 iPhone than greeting me or even pretending to care about anything. No amount of hype could cover up for the fact that I was charged $3.00 for a cup of drip or the simple fact that it was hardly what I would call a "decent up of coffee." Sure it was better than Denny's or Starbucks but there are far better shops in the greater Tacoma area run by staff that tries to care about its regulars as well as newcomers. Seriously, their drip was bland and lacked flavor, and there is nothing special about their dairy products. They're the same cartons of Smith Brothers coffee that everyone else uses. I'm never going back to this mediocre coffee joint again. TL;DR Hipster atmosphere Poor Service Mediocre Coffee Outrageous prices read more

Cute retro comic theme and cozy atmosphere. Tons of little tin robots and aliens. There are a few parking spaces in their lot, other than that, there is street parking nearby. They have a little patio which is nice, the inside is cute and rustic, but small. I've been here a few times now and have ordered different drinks each time. I've been pleased each time with said drinks and with the laid back, friendly baristas. I'm a little sad that I have never received latte art on any of my lattes or other drinks. I anxiously tip my cup expecting a pretty design to take a pic of, but nope. No pretty leaf for me. (I'm a child, yes.) I don't know if you have to ask for latte art or what, that seems a bit awkward so probably not. Maybe there's a secret pass word? ;) read more

I'll admit it. I'm the kind of girl who finds something she loves and then will. not. let. it. go. My favorite pair of shoes? I bought three pairs (and desperately repaired one with bookbinding glue). Cupcakes? I'll eat a dozen in one sitting. And coffee? Don't get me started on coffee... Suffice to say I don't consider it strange that even though I was staying up in Seattle I still managed to visit Satellite on at least three different occasions in one week. And I've blabbed about Satellite to every person I know who resides in Tacoma or has a chance to even drive through Tacoma. French pressed coffee and creamy smooth espresso has been par for the course on all my visits, and the iced toddy was so misty valley-tastic you could probably fool my Starbucks-loving sister into thinking that it's a new blueberry flavor option. The interior touches in this almost-too-tiny cafe make my day - from the signs to the coffee rack. Best of all about Satellite? It might be the baristas - friendly without being overbearing. When you're sleep deprived and just really need an IV of caffeine they are the best kind of barista around. read more

a FULL 5 star. I love hole in the wall and even better space related hole in the wall that has everything - steamer and Stevia were just the two things I need this afternoon and they did have the supply - Yuri Gagarin was my dude and I got a mug and a pin but this place is hands down the best local joint in seattle read more

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My coworkers told me about this coffee place and how they make their own syrups. I decided to try it out! The little sign on the outside says they're known for their hemp milk lattes - always a bonus as I don't consume animals and their secretions. It's a super cute, small, yet cozy little coffee place! I was instantly greeted by the nice barista guy :) They offer soy and hemp milk! The barista let me taste some of the vanilla syrup (vegan friendly FYI) and it tastes amazing :D I also found OMG -- Flying Apron vegan & gluten free brownies and cookies! I fell in love even more! read more

Hooray - Stumptown coffee in Tacoma for this native Oregonian! Yes, I'm not cool enough for this shop, but my neverending need for coffee nudges me through the door anyway. Best coffee in Tacoma. read more

This place is now known as Cosmonaut coffee. +1 for the Uppity Hipster reference. Although our barista was more hipster than uppity. As for the coffee, meh for sure. As has been my experience at almost every upscale coffee place in Tacoma (and Seattle), my latte was WEAK WEAK WEAK. Creamy, yes, but I could barely taste the coffee. Is this a cost-cutting measure or was I just weaned on too-strong lattes so that's what I developed a taste for? IMO, if I'm paying nearly 5 bucks for a 12-oz coffee bev, I damn well ought to be able to taste the coffee in it. As a matter of fact, that should be the dominant part of the flavor profile, should it not? And yeah, that price. At least if I want a weak latte, I can pay less for it at Valhalla, Metronome, or Bluebeard. read more

For a Marxist establishment, they sure do like taking advantage of their capitalist privileges with ironically HIGH pricing for a shithole-in-the-wall shop. I knew this spot was going downhill the moment I paid $8 for an AMERICANO. All while the owner is trying to convince me that I should buy cold-brew instead- because he actually didn't know how to pull proper espresso and had to work the bar since he ALSO couldn't manage to keep his only sensible employees (the only reason I ever started going there in the first place). "But shouldn't I feel bad for not tipping my barista?" -Oh wait that's capitalistic, so no of course not.. evil capitalism do you think I'll be supporting horrible capitalistic business models while simultaneously forcing pinko agenda down my throat? Lol I'm back to home brew and my iq just went up 10 points read more

Coffee done right. Talented baristas. Service is hit or miss. read more

They say good things come in small packages and this tiny spot next to Wright Park and situated above a tattoo parlor and salon is no exception. The coffee brewed from Stumptown is to die for with a staff that is knowledgable and take their beans seriously. The fact that no decaf is served proves they got beans the size of casaba melons! Anyways the space is small but both customers and staff have always been friendly, down to earth and up for good conversation. Thought seating is limited there is Wifi and plenty of outlets for laptops. Additionally there is a big window to people watch. Though the line may go through the door at times, even in the rain, the wait is worth it! read more

I'm one of those really, really annoying coffee snobs. I have one drink, a black americano, and I'm really picky about what actually makes a good one. THIS PLACE. This place in Tacoma is the best damn coffee in Seattle/Tacoma/Portland. Get you some. I drive from Seattle to get one at least once a month. read more

It may be small but packs a punch! My first visit was positive, I was greeted by a knowledgeable, sweet lady, explained the type of coffee used, Stumptown, the chocolate used for a mocha is pure, no added sugar, vegan. I ordered my usual; mocha, large, soy, single shot, no whip. The drink was perfect, not too sweet and topped with a beautiful leaf design. It was a bit pricey, $5.68, worth the treat. I will be back. They have small parking lot, WiFi, and friendly people. read more

From the ashes of Temple of the Bean the phoenix known as Satellite Coffee Co. has risen. GREAT raw materials (beans and milk) - check! They use Stumptown Coffee and locally sourced organic milk Wifi - check Cool baristas with espresso chops - check Dropped by today to work, grab a drink and enjoy the rainy day. The barista working was a PERFECTIONIST - he actually re-pulled the shots for my drink 3x as the humidity levels had changed and he was playing with getting the perfect grind. You won't find that attention to detail at your local Sbux or Peets. The coffee was amazing, the locally made bagel I had was good, good conversation with the barista, overall a great experience. I'll be back tomorrow, and probably every other day that I'm in town. read more

My absolute favorite coffee shop in Tacoma and the best Americanos of all time. The baristas are more like artists taking a lot of pride in their coffee. If their pours (espresso) are too slow then they dump them out and start again. Point: Don't go rushing in here expecting to get out as fast as Starbucks because there is usually a line. They have great local desserts, snacks and serve and sell Stumptown coffee. So if you want to try a nice local, somewhat hipster coffee shop with fantastic coffee then this is the place to go. read more

Amazing! The employees are very friendly and the coffee is delicious-this place makes me wish I was a local so I could come here for my daily coffee! Definitely will be coming here every time I'm in the area! read more

Cosmonaut Coffee - Mocha with vanilla and hemp milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

I wanted to love this place, but I thought their latte was ok - more on the creamy side if that is your style. The baristas however, are quite knowledgeable and helpful. Tip: 1) I think they're going to change their name soon? 2) It's tiny. Only one good place to sit. However, there is a park near by so you can try to find a bench or grassy knoll to perch on over there. read more

I stopped by after a nightshift at one of the local hospitals and I was pleasantly surprised by the service and the quality of my latte. I happen to like hemp milk lattes but there aren't a lot of places that offer hemp milk - this place did! While I was waiting, the barista offered me samples of syrup flavors. They were all tasty and subtle, perfect for a cheeky latte. I'm definitely going to come back and try them. The espresso was pulled well and the hemp latte I purchased was smooth. Highly recommend. read more

I dropped in on the way up to Seattle and it was a warm day so I asked for the barista's recommendation. She gave me an iced coffee with a splash of milk and vanilla syrup, and it was a delicious, refreshing way to power up. I wish I had tried some of their hot coffee but it was just too bloody warm outside. read more

Great little coffee shop - Pat really takes the time to pour you the perfect shot. The attention to detail in the whole process is much appreciated. read more

I love Satellite Coffee! One of the reasons I live in the N. end of Tacoma is so that I can walk to Satellite Coffee. One of the best cups of coffee that I have ever had; and, I have had a lot of cups of coffee. The baristas take the time to make sure the grind and the timing of the shot is just right. This takes time so if you're in a rush to get your coffee fix I would recommend going someplace else. If you're looking for the best cup of coffee you can have then by all means you need to get in here now! read more

Love, love, love, love this coffee. I hate when there is too much syrup or creamer or just plain sugar. Bleh...these gals ALWAYS make me the best cup o'joe. And...when I feel adventurous to try something else - they have a knack for knowing what I would like. My only complaint is the PARKING situation. Ugh...even that isn't enough to detour me somewhere else though. I would walk 4 blocks to get to this coffee house. Just that good. read more