You have not met kinder people in all your life! Yes, I know I don't know you personally but trust me anyway. They make it a pleasure to be in their company and you WANT to come back. I've enjoyed everything I've had when I've visited including coffee, lattes, and smoothies. The price is comparable to many coffee shops but the portions seem more generous resulting in a better buy. They have cute gift baskets and gift ideas if you're looking for a way to be a blessing to someone you care about while supporting an awesome business with a beautiful purpose. The space is nice, bright and always clean. I'm looking forward to them opening another location someday as I am not working out as much as I should and don't get to the Y as much as I'd like. Nutshell: I'm craving kindness as I type. read more

Kindness Cafe + Play - The power balls are delicious!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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There are two bistros in C'ville that I make a point of visiting every time I'm in town. The first is Bodo's on Emmett Street. I've been a loyal patron for ~28 years. The second is Kindness Cafe + Play. I've been a loyal patron for ~4 days. I learned about KC+P about 2 weeks ago when I ran across pictures of employees posing with bottles of Mountain Culture Kombucha; I made a mental note to try KC+P ASAP. My first visit was 4 days ago. Unfortunately, I arrived near closing time (noon) so I had limited time to scope out and enjoy their fare. I requested a Blueberry Bar from Found.Market (basically Blueberry Cake), Grit Coffee, Water. I got briefly acquainted with the founder, Katie, and was impressed with her devotion and how it is expressed and executed at KC+P. I asked about Mountain Culture Kombucha, and was told they were temporarily out, but would be getting a shipment soon. Good enough for me. The Blueberry Bar was delish, and the Grit Coffee made an excellent pairing. On each dining table was a small sign advertising a Fritatta for $5. Mmmm. Next time. I told Katie I'd return Friday. I returned Friday. Arrived about 9am. Ordered the Fritatta, Coffee, and Mountain Culture Kombucha. I settled down at a largish table, booted my computer, and surfed, checking my upcoming appointment at UVA Medical Center. A server brought my food in about 3 minutes. Note that KC+P has touchless serving. I slowly savored the Fritatta. Excellent. I would call it a Personal Quiche, but what's in a name? A rose by any other name would smell as sweet. And sipped on my Mountain Culture Kombucha / The Ginger. Always good. The dining area comprises a few circular tables and large sofas, all spaced well apart. Very good Grit Coffee. Very good Kombucha. Very good snacks. Über cheerful staff. While the parking lot is quite large, I have yet to snag a space near the entrance. The ladies' room is very clean, as is the rest of the building. I look forward to returning. Frequently. KC+P is relatively new, but is a wonderful asset to the community. It is exactly what one would expect in a beautiful city like Charlottesville. "All people have values and gifts to share." Katie Kishore read more

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The best smoothies I have ever had! The food is great, the games outside are fun for waiting for food and drinks. I love I also love the logo. Service is great! read more

Kindness Cafe + Play - Mango and strawberry+mango Smoothies, and Iced Tea. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

It has taken me way too long to get to Kindness. It isn't exactly on the way to work, and I don't work out at the Y in the morning. Well, maybe if I did work out in the morning I could grab Kindness on the way out... But that's another review. I grabbed a Mocha Latte the other day and it was AMAZING! The barista did a great job making the drink. It had just the right mixture of mocha flavor and coffee flavor. They have a great spot in the lobby of the YMCA with seating to enjoy a drink, read a book, or study. You DO NOT have to be a member of the YMCA to visit. It is open to the public. Kindness is a non-profit that employees adults with disabilities. While drinks and pastries are the vehicle, anyone who visits knows they are actually selling a unique experience where people with and without disabilities interact as peers, where connections are made and lives are transformed. Run, don't walk to Kindness. Grab a drink or conversation, and pick up some great swag too! read more

Kindness Cafe + Play - Goodies to much on with your drink. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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There is no place in the world like Kindness cafe and no kinder people, the staff are beautiful souls who know how to be burristas and serve us well. I have been going since the very first day they opened and i'm there at least once if not twice a week. My men's group has been meeting for 18 years and when kindness opened we moved over so on Friday mornings we are there being loved on by the staff. We even get valentines from these young people. Oh, and they make great coffee!!! Greg G read more

Absolutely fantastic . Great menu of coffees and smoothies. Phenomenal service! A place of so much light (literally) and joy. Easy parking. Just wonderful. read more

I am so excited that Kindness is now open! They have 100% contactless pickup (you order online and pick up from a table) I've had lattes, mochas and several of the baked goods and everything has been amazing. Go check it out! read more

Kindness Cafe + Play - the front of the building - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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My sons and I started frequenting Kindess Cafe during breaks in Zoom Kindergarten classes 2 years ago. We came for the curbside or drive by/drive-thru pick up (maybe the most convenient and easy "drive thru coffee" in Charlottesville!) of delicious icy Americanos, fun smoothies, perfect tea selection, and all through the year in winter - FIST PUMPS (hot chocolate with so many treats). We could bring to the bike path or playground with us or now play some games they have set up outside. But not only did/do we continue to come for all of the treats, but for the chance to share a chat and some smiles under the huge yellow umbrellas outside or just passing by with team Kindness. We're SO glad they're here! read more

Great service and coffee!! Such a great cause and a way to support the community! Thanks for all you're doing!

Ordered our lattes and pastries online and hopped in the car. Drinks were piping hot and ready when we showed up. A smart little outdoor tent system for drink pickup made it easy. Our drinks were next to a napkin flag with our name on it so cute! In sum, such a beautiful concept. And, fantastic execution. The space is beautiful and I can't wait to spend time there when times are safer. read more

Delicious drinks and snacks and even better customer service! The atmosphere is terrific. Really love the iced chai latte and their seasonal drinks, including the raspberry lemonade spritzer during summer and peppermint mocha during the winter! Love coming here to work on homework or to meet friends. read more

What a great spot. The coffee (got and Americano) was very good, hot, and ready when we pulled up. Love to support great local places like this, and everyone in the community should too! BTW- the brownie cookie was as advertised- just decadent. The 100% contactless pickup was so convenient. Check it out for sure. Great mission. read more

The most wonderful coffee shop in town! Super convenient and easy on-line ordering with curbside pickup 20' from your car. Delicious power balls, too. And best of all Kindness Café is all about employing people with cognitive disabilities. read more

Kindness has 100% contactless pickup! My coffee was ready in minutes and was the best I've had in Charlottesville!