First timer! I wanted some fancy tea and this place is on…read moremy way to church so I decided to stop. The location is bright and welcoming. There were only two people working so I expected a wait. I quickly chose to try the Lake Erie featured drink. The staff was so nice and apologetic about the wait. The lady explained there is usually three people on staff. We noticed the nice selection they have and the calm environment. I will definitely return.

The lavender latte was smooth and lightly aromatic, with the floral notes present but not…read moreoverpowering. The lavender does soften the espresso, so this is better suited for those who prefer a more dessert leaning latte.

Fast service, polite baristas, great coffee and inviting atmosphere. Nice and relaxing after…read moreparticipating in a cancer walk at the mall.

Friendly staff, great chill atmosphere, and realy rich/solid flavors head up a great location near…read morea mall that allowed us to chill out to some good coffee before the mall opened.

Nice coffee spot in Little Italy. Parking is a little difficult since there's no lot and only…read morestreet parking. The interior is cute and comfortable. There's lots of tables and chairs for meetings and to get work done. I didn't check the outlet situation, but plenty of the tables are around the walls, so hopefully there are enough outlets. I also liked that they had a good amount of countertop seating around the coffee bar. They have a few savory pastries and also sweet treats. They roast Heartwood Coffee beans and have a good amount of syrups, as well as seasonal drinks. I got a cardamom and honey cafe au lait and the spinach and feta pastry. You can ask for them to warm it up a bit which was nice. I'm not sure where the pastry was from or if they make their own, but it was fine. The coffee drink was great. Noise level was fine.

Solid cafe with good space to sit! I got the coconut matcha off their spring menu, and I really…read moreenjoyed the coconut flavor from it. I also got a chocolate scone, I wish they had an option to warm up their pastries but overall it was solid as well. The back is a bar you can sit as well but it also has random stuff like boxes around? So I'm not sure if you can sit back there or not. Other than that, good amount of seating inside near the front as well.

This weekend I decided to visit Six Shooter Coffee in the Waterloo Arts District, and I really…read moreenjoyed my time. The staff were so friendly and the patrons seemed like they were at home. You could tell that they have a loyal customer base which creates a beautiful community in the coffee shop. The decor and plant selection were beautiful! I decided to try the Maple Masala Latte, which really impressed me! It had an orange infused maple syrup as well as garam masala. The spices balanced out the latte so well. It was so smooth. Best latte I've had in a while honestly. I also got a spinach feta danish which was delicious. They have a great selection of food items! I really enjoyed my time at this coffee shop as well as the people that I met. Just a great experience overall.

every place has bad day's and you need to give places another chance…read more not here though. the snippy clerks acting pained to put in the effort needed to take an order to an absolute shit coffee and an even worse attempt at a vanilla chai latte.. coffee tasted like warm won ton soup and the chai tasted like bad fish. dont know how you could even do that

jojo was really good with the customers interactions and he was really funny and comfortable to…read moretalk to.

I'm visiting from Ohio and I've been here every day since Friday. It's the best matcha I've ever…read morehad. What else is good? I don't know .... Because the matcha is so good I don't stray from the menu. I've only used the drive thru. The service is great. Little bit more crowded before and after the 9-6 work hours. But roll your window down and enjoy the music. It's a treat!

Get a free 12 oz of coffee here with any coffee beans purchase!…read more Rising Star Roasters is my destination for a strong cup of coffee. It's by far my favorite local coffee shop chain. I frequent this location inside Van Aken Market Hall. This coffee stand is located right as you walk into the main doors of the market hall. You'll need to go to the counter, order your food and/or drinks, and wait for the order to be called (typical coffee shop experience). Wait can be a little long during peak hours but it's worth it! You can then select various seating options inside the market or outside. Various options are available inside - comfy leather-like couches, leather-like booths, individual or group tables, and high tops. Outside you'll find tables immediately outside of the Van Aken Market Hall or seasonally on the lawn. If you stop by during the right times, you'll find the district bustling with music and seasonal events. It's also always a good idea to pick up a cup of coffee then go cowork at AO or browse the local shops. The menu at this and other locations is concise and simple. You can get brewed coffee, tea, espresso, lattes, and seasonal drinks. The menu is straightforward and not confusing. My morning go-to's are usually perfectly strong iced coffees. I also always pick up something from the specials menu. All specialty drinks are very well made and consistently prepared. I have never had any drinks here that disappointed me. Small batch snacks are available at this location such as croissants and tea biscuits. I sometimes purchase a snack here or patronize other vendors at the market. All coffee beans at Rising Star are top notch. I recently learned that they have a dedicated coffee buyer who travels to coffee farms and brings coffee back to Cleveland. They're also incredibly serious about their roasting process and have a local roastery. How amazing is that especially for a local coffee shop?! You can pick up beans at their location that are named after regions of where the coffee farms are located. Each coffee bean bag has taste notes listed on the bag, choose your adventure! Coffee bean bag prices vary from $16-19. They'll roast them for you and tailor to your coffee preparation method (i.e. coffee press). If you purchase coffee beans in store, you can get free 12 oz drip coffee! You can also order them online and they'll be roasted within 48 hours of shipping. I love to explore their coffees, get something new every time. I highly recommend this location for your coffee cravings! While you're here, look out for notNeutral coffee mug - sleek, 12 oz, and must have. In the words of Rising Star, "a laser-etched Rising Star emblem adds a subtle, sophisticated touch to the side of each piece."

Warning this place is always busy BUT the baristas work super hard. I have been coming here for the…read morelast 4 years and always find myself comparing other coffee shops to their vanilla latte. My personal favorite order is an Iced Lavender Latte. And being inside the Van Aken District makes this such a fun spot to yap with friends or go on a date (have done both lol).

This coffee shop was quite busy on the Saturday afternoon of our visit but there was ample seating…read more We chose a pair of comfortable armchairs near the entrance to enjoy the sun streaming through the front window. The coffee was very good and we spent a pleasant hour drinking and chatting.

Service was quick and friendly. Lattes were absolutely delicious. Blueberry muffin top and hot…read morehoney scone were fantastic. The vibe is cozy. Lots of seating areas. Loved the art work on the walls, the mini action figures found throughout the store, and their collection of VHS tapes. They also sell plants!! I'll be returning for sure.

Fun feature: Little library shelf right at the checkout where you can read a book while enjoying…read moreyour coffee. A lot of guests linger to work from this location or read. Tucked in Coventry neighborhood, there's Phoenix Coffee. The first thing you notice walking in is the vibe -- warm exposed brick walls, quirky and ever-changing local art (currently fairytale motif), and the smell of seriously strong, seriously good coffee. The Siren Eclipse art on the wall is alone worth the visit. And the scones? Unreal. Flaky, buttery, and somehow always fresh out of the oven. Really probably the best around. There's also other breakfast snacks like muffins and such. Very limited options but very tasty. Bonus points for the greenery -- the place doubles as a mini plant shop. There's a few leafy ones you can pick up. I got large drip coffee while I was there and it perfectly strong. There's two size options, light or dark roast. The menu also features some seasonal favorites. I had recently spring matcha there that was so vibrantly green. There's also a pretty extensive tea assortment. For warmer months, consider seating outside. They have very fun and aesthetically pleasing wooden benches. Street parking is available in the area but it gets busy. Try parking garage on the street to park. It's free to use.

Came here to work while my car was in the shop, and really enjoyed my time here. The coffee shop is…read morequiet with a good amount of seating, and the baristas were very friendly. I ordered the bandit (latte with lapsang syrup) and a mango/guava muffin--the muffin was good, but although made well, I really didn't enjoy the bandit (the lapsang syrup was a lot smokier than I anticipated). Although I'd order something different next time, I'll happily return!