Fort Thomas Coffee is family owned by really nice people who care about the community. I've been a fan of FTC for a while and know what to expect every time I visit. Consistent, good coffee and service. A creature of habit, I tend to order the lavender latte because it's always on the menu here and is not considered to be a seasonal flavor. It's delicious, always. The menu offers both hot and cold drinks and some food items as well. The space is nice and open with five tables and a play area in the back for the little ones. Art hangs on the walls created by local artist. It's a nice place to hang out and work for a while. The only negatives are that they close at 4pm (3pm on Saturdays) and the free wifi is little slow sometimes. read more

My wife and I visited the new Fort Thomas Coffee location on Sunday. It's a beautiful space; warm, inviting, and spacious. She had a cortado, I a cappuccino. They were absolutely fantastic! For reference, I find Coffee Emporium to be about the best in the area, followed by Reality Tuesday. I'm not a fan of Carabello as I find their roast to be too light. But honestly, I was pleasantly surprised to have such a delicious cap! Well done! read more

Love this place- drinks and food are fantastic, not too fussy, prices are reasonable.

Coffee and alcoholic beverages were wonderful. Love the indoor and outdoor seating areas. Chicken salad croissant and veggie wrap were good as well! read more

The coffee is good, the service is friendly and the atmosphere is top notch. It's a place for everyone. I walk from my house to this coffee shop often and see locals congregating at tables in the front, patrons working on laptops and colleagues gathering for meetings. I have trouble ordering before I get sucked in by the local artwork on display. I also attend art shows at FTC on occasion. My drink of choice is a cafe Americano with a shot of peppermint. Mmmm. My kids are obsessed with Fort Thomas coffee and ask to walk there multiple times a week. They usually choose juice boxes, or blueberry pomegranate frozen yogurt a.k.a. FRO YO during the hot months. The hidden gem for parents is the play area in the back of the coffee shop equipped with seats for little ones and plenty of toys. This area alone makes it possible for me to meet a friend and grab some coffee while having the kids with me. Since the kid area is in the back, you don't have to worry about interrupting those sipping quietly upfront. Great place. Great owners. So glad it's a part of my community. read more

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I enjoy supporting local, mostly because I know I'm supporting another family locally. Most indie coffee shops in the 'nati have the decor down. Then I taste the goods. And then I return to [insert major coffee chain here] until a friend wants to meet up at said indie shops. Fort Thomas has the decor down. It's well-designed and decorated - I can tell they invested time and money to make it just right. Colors are awesome, it pops, and is great to sit down and relax as well as study at one of the 3-4 tables that are available. For a family - there's a back area that is near the restroom that has toys and tons of books to read. A HUGE value for this family man. And a huge value for those who aren't exactly looking to studying with kids under their feet. Coffee: great. Had an Americano so I could taste the espresso. Smooth, dark & sweet espresso. Thank you, FTC. The two improvements (to get the 5-star) would be an easier way (than facebook) to get there, and extended hours. I'm sure the hours will come with time and profit. The website (at time of post) does not have an address or directions. I had to do a little digging to find it. A major part of my enjoying coffee is the consistency of a good cup (hence returning to chain stores often), so I will keep updating this review as I visit. If you want a good cup and good atmosphere, even with your family, got to FTC-FTC (Fort Thomas Coffee - For The Coffee). Thanks for making the choice to choose local easy today, FTC. read more

Very welcoming staff and cozy nook by the window to spend some time catching up or even working. Variety of coffee and sweets that are delicious but I finally tried their power smoothies- Both the green and Peanut butter options are delicious if you aren't feeling coffee or tea. read more

Fort Thomas Coffee is a nice little coffee shop. For those that don't live in Fort Thomas, I would highly encourage you to give it a try. For me, I feel like I escape a big city when I pull onto Fort Thomas Avenue and park my vehicle. It's further reinforced when I walk into Fort Thomas Coffee and I'm greeted with a warm smile and see all the eclectic decorations scattered throughout Fort Thomas Coffee. With regards to the menu, I haven't had the opportunity to deviate from the core offering (coffee and espresso drinks), but on the several occasions I have been there to order my latte, they are spot on with flavor (perfect blend of sweet and espresso) and temperature (not too hot and not too cold). The service has always been friendly too, which is a must for me. Most of us are venturing into a coffee shop because we want some caffeine to liven our attitudes, so I feel like good service is a crucial element, and thankfully they don't struggle in that department. Based on my limited visual observation I don't notice a huge bakery / confectionary section; I like having that option when I go to a coffee shop, but it's not a must-have for me - something to think about for those of you with appetites or little kids who may want something to snack on (they do have Frozen Yogurt!). read more

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Such a cute place!! Super helpful and friendly sandwiches were fresh and delicious. Many coffee choices loved my latte. Outdoor seating , dog treats making it dog friendly. Very quaint place chatted with fellow FT. Thomas people will definitely be back when visiting that area! read more

I enjoy coming here to work since working out of my house can get a bit boring sometimes. I used to dread coming in b/c the prior owner would often be behind the counter and wasn't friendly...I felt I wasn't a regular and didn't warrant a more personal transaction. However, since the new owners I have noticed that the young man behind the counter is super friendly and even walks my coffee out to me when it's ready! My only complaint is the coffee is a bit pricey and the lattes only come in one size. It would also be great to see a few more choices HOWEVER the improvement in customer service will have me coming back! read more

We love this local coffee shop, especially trying the changing monthly drinks. The egg & cheese croissant is our favorite local breakfast.

If you want to be greeted by a genuinely nice person and be treated like a life-long friend, then drink an amazing cup of coffee while your kids munch on delicious Firework cookies... FTC is your new place! I'm so happy I walked through those doors because I found my place I call it "the coffee shop" when we drive by, my kids call it the "cookie shop". Can you guess how often we go? Check it out! read more

my favorite place to go! perfect for study dates, coffee dates, or to go alone. staff is always warm and welcoming! they care about you as a person, not just a customer. read more

This is such a cute place, full of friendly people! The staff was so helpful and sweet, and the coffee was delicious! I had a latte and it was one of the better cups of coffee I've had! read more

Who doesn't like to get a little community with their coffee? And you can do that at Ft Thomas Coffee! Stop in and you'll likely see folks from the community chatting it up and enjoying the laid back comfortable atmosphere here. You can also pick up a bite to eat if you're feeling hungry. The food menu isn't extensive, but everything I've had has been delish! And you're not really here for the food are you? The coffee is delightful! Get just a plain cup of coffee or one of those fancy drinks and you'll sure to leave happy. read more

Love FTC! They have such a fun, yet chill atmosphere. Great coffee roasted by Seven Hills in Cincinnati, great breakfast sandwiches, great staff, great owners, just great! The little touches truly MAKE the experience - clever signage, lovely displays, kids play space, its just a perfect small town coffee shop! Love it! read more

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If you're in the area and need a good coffeehouse pick-me-up drink, this is your place! As soon as soon as you walk in you'll get that typical small town, local coffee shop feel. A friendly greeting by staff while "she is love" - Parachute is playing softly in the background. They had a wide selection of your traditional hot and cold beverages. I had mentioned to the barista I've not been here before and wanted something not too sweet. I opted for the mocha which she said she could customize it to my liking. (Very happy about that! I cannot handle sweet drinks). The mocha is not in a syrup form, rather a type of cocoa powder, which for me tastes 100% better! My first experience here was spectacular! If I find myself on the side of town again I will definitely be stopping in at Fort Thomas coffee! read more

Fantastic local coffee shop. Seamless online ordering. Great customer service. Short derive from downtown.

When the staff is nice - love coming here. Although, not all of the staff is friendly and accommodating. Later in the day, at times the younger staff is more interested in socializing and it feels more like being in someones home as an unwelcome guest. Aside from this, the coffee is lovely and I love the honey cinnamon vanilla latte :). read more

Not friendly! I wasn't asked what size coffee I wanted nor was I given a simple hello. I won't be back!

Just moved to Ft. Thomas so we decided to check out this local coffee shop. The first plus is that parking is readily available around the shop and you won't struggle to find a spot even on a weekday morning. When you walk in you will notice that the designer of the shop put a ton of work in and really paid attention to detail. It creates a nice local atmosphere without being obnoxious. The coffee might be important to you and you'll be happy to know that it is just like the decor. It is moderately priced and much better than other places. If you like regular joe and don't need bold flavored halitosis inducing sludge you'll like ftc. The menu has a wide range of offerings. Service is top notch. read more

Great local coffee shop. We love being able to connect with the community and get quality coffee. Come check it out!

Excellent coffee shop, nice servers and lovely atmosphere. Would like to give 5 stars, wish muffins were home made and they had butter for bagels. Also low sugar options and when grain, something Starbucks could never aspire to! Keep it real! FTC read more

Love this place. Just tried for first time. It wasn't busy when I was there so it was quiet and I could get lots of work done. Staff was friendly. I loved the atmosphere and always enjoy supporting local businesses. The coffee is awesome here. Definitely will be back! read more

Great Coffee and Espresso! Charming Atmosphere with Personable Attentive Service.....

as we walked by the fort thomas coffee shop at the corner of highland avenue and ft. thomas avenue, we decided to go in and try the coffee and goodies they had. wow! what an experience. there were young kids (apparently high school age) laying on the couch, kids climbing on the chairs in the corner, three girls that were obviously together working on their ipads and each girl was at a different table, taking up three tables unnecessarily. the number of tables was limited due to the number of high school kids in the coffee shop, so we placed our order and waited for an available table. finally got one and watched three older people trying to get a table, never did and they all left. another man came in and witnessed the kids climbing all over the furniture, shook his head and left without ordering anything. obviously this coffee shop is dedicated to the kids from schools in the area and not accommodating to the older generations. what about the elderly people that are living upstairs and want to come down to the coffee shop for a coffee or for some food and sweets? we hope this does not continue as is and would appreciate not seeing these events happening in this nice coffee shop. there were other couples coming in (not elderly couples) and turned around and walked out before ordering anything. hope these conditions change. read more

We love FTC. The service is great, the staff is friendly, the atmosphere is lovely, and the coffee and breakfast sandwiches are great. I also love that while I'm there I can pick up a bag of Whirlybird Granola, another one of my daughter and my local faves. There's even a play area for my daughter (aka- the boss) near the back of the shop which she thoroughly enjoys. All this within walking distance to our house! read more

cold coffee is great never tasted there food (except for cookies and brownies which they are amazing) read more

This small little coffee shop has so much to offer for any age. There is a cute little play area in the back of the store for little ones. This is super great for a mom or even babysitters. There are tables that you can do work alone or even meet together as a group. I met here with a bunch of women for a couple weeks and it was perfect. However, the one thing that has me coming back is the employees. They are kind, efficient and interested in you as a customer. read more

I love FTC. The first time time you walk in you are a regular and the staff treats you like they would a friend. Great drinks, snacks, and employees. A great place for a nice morning coffee and snack. read more

Just tried this for the first time in Fort Thomas. A quaint little spot, the baristas make top-notch coffee, espresso, frozen drinks etc. at a much cheaper price than Starbucks. Try it out! Support a local business instead of a corporate machine overly preoccupied with political agendas and appearances. read more

I love Fort Thomas Coffee! However, the one problem is it is nearly as expensive as Starbucks and not quite as good (although very close). The atmosphere is cozy and the drinks and food are good. Also, they display lots of neat art and sell t-shirts, too. read more

Coffee shops really don't get much cuter than this one! The decor is so inviting, and there's a nice feel around the place because of the local art all over (you can even buy most of it). The service is friendly and quick. Coffee is delicious, whether you are looking for a cup of plain joe, or a fancier drink (my favorites are the Honey Vanilla Cinnamon Latte or the Lavender Latte - seriously). I've gotten a few of the breakfast sandwiches too, and they are quite delicious! I've never had an issue with parking, and parents will be happy to see there's a little play area for the kiddos in the back of the store. I love coming here for a special coffee treat in the mornings - it's not exactly on my way to work, so I don't make it in here every day - probably better for my wallet that way! If you're in Fort Thomas (or even if you aren't), make sure to check this place out! FYI - they are closed on Sundays! read more

Excellent coffee and sandwiches! I'm here every Saturday morning, it's become our family ritual. Such a cozy spot to sit and chat with friends or hang out and read your book/phone/iPad read more

Good, quick, and friendly service. Not the best in the Cincinnati, but if you are looking for something good and convent in NKY this is a great place to go that isn't a Starbucks. The place is very cute and offers a good atmosphere for reading or talking with friends with lots of tables. I got an iced berry flavored latte. I liked my drinks and will return again read more