Wow what a cool little coffee shop. Love the atmosphere of the place. Coffee was very good too.

I came here on my recent trip to Lincoln to drink tea and get work done, and was absolutely delighted by Crescent Moon. It's that rare spot that's perfect for both work and quiet chats, and it manages to be quite pleasant and comfortable despite being in a space with limited daylight. The tea selection is quite good, and I particularly liked the green tea with pear. There are some gluten-free snacks though mostly in the area of fruit and chips. Finally, the space is handicapped accessible! You can get a wheelchair or scooter in here, though the door doesn't have an automatic open button. What would need to happen for me to give this five stars: gluten-free bread. There are a lot of sandwich options, but they are only available to people who can eat gluten. read more

If you're staying in any of the nearby Haymarket hotels, check this place out for your morning coffee! Amazing lattes that have a lot of flavor. I can't speak for service on the crepes as I arrived before 8am, but the latte was ready in under 2 minutes. Definitely has an interesting scent with the nearby apothecary store but I found it relaxing. Also - They currently have a number of Star Wars themed drinks - Amazing! read more

My wife I love this place. We had no idea about Lincoln, but we had a great time. This coffee shop serves fantastic coffees as well as crepes. We are looking forward to passing through town again and visiting Crescent Moon. read more

You want coffee in the Haymarket and you aren't sure where to go? Well at this intersection, you have three options. You could go to the chain coffee shop on one corner, the "Lincoln staple" on another corner, or you could go down the stairs and choose Crescent Moon. I implore you to go to Crescent Moon. The coffee, in my opinion, is the best in the Haymarket. The ambiance is great if you want a quiet coffee shop or want to listen to good music. The wait staff actually acts like they want to be there and they want you to be there. The prices are reasonable. I have never eaten lunch there, but I have plenty of friends who have and love the paninis. I can tell you that the breakfast crepes are amazing and you owe yourself to try one and watch them hand made right in front of you. Crescent Moon has music nights, which I have never gone to, but the lineup always seems stellar. Another perk? You can order drinks there as well! They have a nice selection of beers, cocktails and wine. Go in, revel in the beauty of an old Lincoln building, have a quiet break, enjoy some great company, and get yourself some quality coffee from a great local coffee shop. read more

Crescent moon never disappoints. The environment is warm and cozy, with an intimate atmosphere bolstered by close seating and brick walls. They frequently host open-mic nights and musical guests, which is the perfect way to spend a date or an evening with friends. The drinks are delicious and reasonably priced - some of my favorites were last winter's Star Wars-themed drinks like the "Chailo Ren". 10/10 would (continue to) visit read more

B and myself stopped in after dinner nearby. I had honey in a 6 shot Americano and we got a great looking chocolate chip cookie, which wasn't near good as it looked. But ok. Other food options here of crepes and paninis during certain hours we need to try. I like this. Live music guy playing and entertainment tonight. read more

The food was delicious. Good service and the ambiance was awesome.. Next time I'm in Nebraska I'm stopping by for a savory crepe.. read more

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Good coffee but poor customer service. The setup was really odd and I had difficulty telling where to pickup my coffee. Also, the cashier was rude. But the coffee was amazing! The seating area was very relaxed and there were plenty of outlets for your chargers which was very nice. It got very busy but they got through the line very quick which was nice. read more

Haven't lived here long but have been checking out different coffee shops. This has definitely been my favorite so far with an excellent latte. The atmosphere is different than a lot of shops and it's great! Relaxing and beautiful inside. read more

Good: Turkey Caprese sandwich BLEW my mind, it was verrrry good. The barista is really chill and a very nice guy. Not busy at all. Bad: although not busy at all, I waited 15min for my latte, another 7 min on top of that for my Caprese sandwich. The latte was WAY too hot. The music was so low that it was a bit awkward sitting in there. The clientele seemed a bit hipster protective over this shop when I got stared down as I walked in. Great food. Okay coffee. Bad "ticket times". read more

Crescent Moon is quite the underdog. They offer a variety of drinks for a very reasonable price in comparison to other coffee shops around Lincoln. I enjoyed the Strawberry Almond Lemonade (however, be cautious because it is pretty sweet) and the Iced White Chocolate Mint Mocha. Crescent Moon is a comfortable place to chat with friends and even play a quick board game. However, I'm not sure if I'd want to spend long hours studying here due to lack of sunlight. If you have the time, search for the public journal and write something! read more

This is one of my favorite places in Lincoln! I've found that Crescent Moon offers a quieter, calmer, and cozier atmosphere than some of the alternatives in the area. It's a perfect place to work, study, or chat. All of the drinks I have tried (latte, iced latte, unicorn milk, chai, and cocoa) were all delicious. The customer service is always friendly. read more

Nice place to relax. They had a band playing that set a good vibe. read more

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Great atmosphere- very underground feel- just lacks that 'high-end' taste read more

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Really cool atmosphere here! Staff is always friendly and happy to help with drink options. I love their chai, it has a great flavor. They also have great open mics and different events going on throughout the week. Would defiantly recommend going, even just to check it out. read more

Great coffee, cinnamon rolls, crepes, and quick efficient service. You can't go wrong here.

The egg and cheese crepe (with a little pesto) was an excellent option at breakfast. Friendly service and not too long of a wait for our food. Prices are good, too. Only $2 for a cup of coffee! I would definitely return next time I'm in Lincoln. read more

I started getting my coffee here after the scooters closed. The service is very pleasant and speedy and the coffee is delicious, as well as the food they serve. They only have 16oz as their largest size, but that's the only grievance I have. read more

I was in town for just a couple of days for work, being completely spoiled with the coffee culture of Bay area, I was pleased to finally find a great coffee shop in Lincoln! Great tasting espresso, very nice decor and atmosphere, really liked their creative touch on Star Wars inspired specialty drinks... :) Will definitely be back! read more

Nice quiet place to talk and grab a coffee. The Turkey Caprese panini is awesome.

I loved the atmosphere, except for the minimal natural light (it's underground, so there's no way around that). Aside from that, it's very cute. The walls are adorned with artwork, there are tables as well as comfy chairs and a couch, and a piano sits next to a large stage (open mic times were listed for poetry and singing - I believe on Tuesdays for one and Thursdays for the other). There were only a handful of people there, which is good since there was only one barista. As for the coffee, I had a mocha blender (I think that was the name of it - it was a frozen blended mocha), which was okay. What I'm really here to discuss is the crepes! I make crepes for breakfast fairly frequently from scratch, and these were comparable. They were slightly thicker than I tend to think of for crepes, but the flavor was outstanding. I tried the powdered sugar crepe (powdered sugar was in the middle, which gave it a little crystallized texture, and also on top) and the egg and cheese crepe. They were both delicious, but if I go back I'll go with the egg & cheese option. A blueberry muffin and a cinnamon roll were also consumed (I had help). The muffin was moist and decent, but by no means the best blueberry muffin I've ever had. The cinnamon roll was very good, but the icing was super sweet. They do offer them without the icing, so if you're wanting something more mild you could go that route. Overall, I would definitely go back for the crepes and the atmosphere! read more

The Moon is the best local coffee around. Great atmosphere and executive comfy seating for VIP guests. This is a great stop for breakfast crepes and lunch. Plus the espresso will never fail you. Forget the crowd at the Mill across the street. read more

Still love this place but if you're going to only have one person behind the counter, don't offer crepes as they are time consuming. Waited at least 10 minutes for a latte because the guy was making a crepe. One person working and about 20 customers ... not a good ratio when crepes involved. read more

This place really hit the spot! Awesome coffee and beautiful ambiance! Service was fast and friendly. Bought 4 coffees for only 16 bucks!! Quaint and quiet. So relaxing and in the heart of the Haymarket. I will definitely be going there again! read more

A bit harder to find but worth the effort, its down stairs. GreAt coffee, friendly staff, and crepes are on point! They don't start making them until 8 (the crepes) but you need to get here and try one, or three! Loved the egg and cheese with pesto and fresh Roma tomorrow's. Cool spot for working or chilling, and evening events on stage (check their website). read more

We were looking for a coffee stop before dinner and decided on Crescent Moon as opposed to the other 3-5 shops on the block. I am very glad this was the choice. Nice relaxing atmosphere, good drinks, comfortable seating, good music and just enough to lure one in for the live events that occur in the evening. We didn't get back for any since there were other plans but definitely need more time next trip. read more

Really enjoyed this place. They had decaf on drip, which I always appreciate, and the atmosphere was lovely and truly relaxing. The prices were reasonable, which I also appreciate--I got a mug of coffee and then a cup for the road for $2.00. My friend got a similarly reasonably priced mocha that was tasty as well. If you're in Lincoln, check Crescent Moon out! read more

I haven't had the food here yet but my husband says it is tasty. I had a spike coffee which was delicious. The atmosphere is cool and cozy - very urban hip. The only downside to our visit is that the live music is a bit loud for the size of the space. read more

Great little place although a little hard to find because it's in the basement and not a large sign out front so look for it. I ordered a double espresso with 4 or 5 ounces of water do you know what I got? A double espresso with 4 or 5 ounces of water and a smile and a thank you! I was impressed. You can't believe how a simple order like that can get so screwed up in coffee shops. Music was pleasant and at a low volume so you could actually have a conversation or even think. Best coffee place in town. I almost forgot to mention - the coffee was delicious. read more

Some people say "the people make the place", and while I agree, I definitely enjoy living in places where there is also a great coffee shop or few. Crescent Moon Coffee is a spacious, yet cozy, coffee shop with extremely nice employees and customers. The coffee is delicious, they have a wonderful selection of teas, and the crepes are made fresh and hit the spot for me. This place also turns into a bar with live music later in the day. Really awesome, and worth at least checking out. read more

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I love the staff. The coffee is fair trade and local. They have a variety of beers, wines, and even coffee cocktails. They also have crepes and paninis to die for, not to mention all the delicious fresh pastries. read more

Crescent Moon is my favorite coffee shop in Lincoln, followed by MoJava. The coffee is great, and you haven't lived til you've tried their egg & cheese crepe with pesto. Mmmmmm. Atmosphere is quiet and laid-back, with college students and retirees mingling comfortably. The service is excellent, though there can be a delay when it's busy because there is usually only one barista (the owner's daughter). Great place to study, work, or hang out with a friend or date; can occasionally be a little noisy when groups come in, but they usually depart pretty quickly. Check out the reward system (buy 10, get the 11th free)! read more

Excellent coffee, crepes and paninis are delicious. Staff is friendly and knows their stuff! On my list of daily stops.

It has macaron and crepe here. Nice place to chat with friends. But the waitress has a bitchy attitude, and music is kinda too loud.its underground so it doesn't have natural sunlight. read more

Crescent Moon Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

We visited this coffee house this afternoon and then walked across the street and ordered the same thing at The Mill just to compare. Your hot white mocha was delicious whereas The Mills white mocha was bitter and tasted burnt. The Crescent Moon Coffee is under appreciated. I will recommend your shop without hesitation. read more

Crescent Moon Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lincoln, Nebraska

Great little place to hide out. Never been busy when i've been in so you could get some studying done. cool place for a date. fun to show friends and family when in town. they have a little stage for live music. hard to find, but worth it! read more

This is my favorite place to get coffee. One of the first places I went to when I moved to Nebraska. The music they play is awesome. It is a great place to go to. There are even poetry slams and live music on certain nights. Check out their facebook page read more

Hands down best coffee in the Haymarket, love the dark roast. Great staff and atmosphere! Stop here every chance I get.

Great espresso drinks, smoothies, beer, wine, cocktails, soup, sandwiches, they've got it all! This place has a stellar atmosphere and is ideal if you're a student or looking for a relaxed place because it's generally pretty quiet. Most nights there are events like open mics or other music performances. I've seen some really great shows there and the baristas and clientele are the best in Lincoln, in my opinion. Drinks are wonderfully made - they know what they're doing! read more