A local overheard me saying I like dark roast coffee and recommended Beard Brothers. They only had…read morea medium roast brewed and it was amazing. It might as well have been a dark roast because did not taste like a medium. They have amazing desserts that are homemade or brought in from a former employees bakery. It's a little outside of town so drive. Highly recommend!

What a great find in Maryville! Their coffee was delicious - creamy, smooth cup of joy. Also it is…read moregreat for lunch! Chicken club panini with hearty beef cabbage soup were amazing. Definitely a new favorite for me!

We spent an overnight near Knoxville and when we searched for a coffee house we landed on Awaken…read moreCoffee. The vibe is very cool; laid back and comfortable. I ordered a standard hot latte no added flavor just 2% milk. What I got was a full bodied, rich and smooth cup of coffee. The roast has no bitterness. Very enjoyable. My wife asked for something sweet hot and they recommended a latte with honey and cayenne. It was just right. Kick of heat and not too sweet. A surprising star of our visit was an apple tart! It paired so well with our coffees. It was fresh and a nice balance of crisp tart and warm apple. We also brought one of our dogs with us and Awaken is very pet friendly. There was also another pet owner chilling at a nearby table. Great stop. We highly recommend Awaken if you are in the area. Be advised that parking is paid in the area.

This was my last stop in Knoxville for some fuel before I went home. This is a cute little…read morecoffeeshop in a scenic part of town. It has nice large windows that overlook the street and seems like a great place to hang out and get some work done. Parking is a little bit of a struggle but it's to be expected in a denser area like this. I got their speciality honey bear latte iced. It was prepared quickly and was super yummy! The cinnamon and honey flavor was sweet and strong and it had a great ratio of coffee to milk. Would happily order again! My one complaint is service was kind of...icy? I dunno, the barista never approached or asked if I had any questions and just generally gave the vibe that she'd rather not be helping me. It didn't feel very welcoming, but she wasn't outright rude, either. Still, coffee is the most important thing, and in that regard they absolutely delivered!

Fantastic stop this morning on the way to the office…read more Grabbed a vanilla bean latte and a prosciutto and Gruyère croissant and both were ready in a few minutes.

Great espresso drinks made by baristas that take pride in their creations. Very friendly and a…read morecomfortable environment to enjoy your coffee. We were staying in a nearby AirBnB for a couple days. My wife sent me out the first morning to find the best coffee spot in the neighborhood. Old City Java was it. Believe me, my wife is not easy to please!

Cute spot near downtown Knoxville…read more There's a decent amount of seating inside and there wasn't too many people ordering on a weekday morning. I ordered a chorizo breakfast burrito and a coffee. The coffee was not too sweet and tasted great but I wouldnt say it was strong. The burrito came out nice and hot with a side of salsa. The salsa is a store bought salsa and I would've loved to see a homemade salsa instead. I'd definitely go back here again if I was in town for a quick filling breakfast.

Daughter & I need to kill time prior to flight home. She wanted spot to study too, this was…read moreperfect. Sat by front window to people watch. Knoxville is decent size city but sleepier with all the students gone during the summer. Ordered our drinks plus bfast burrito for me. Everything was good but the staff really highlighted our visit- sweet, efficient and personable - great reflection of Knoxville.

Situated perfectly a few doors down from Bear Den Books, Treetop is both a mobile coffee truck…read more(we've seen them out-and-about around town) and this brick and mortar awesomeness. Inside, it has a touch of 70's flair and midcentury pizzazz in a small but serene space. Seating is limited, with a few cozy seating spots and many bar seats and low-top tables. The wi-fi was rockin' and many outlets being put to good, techie use. The barista warmly greeted us and quickly got to work with our creations-a cold brew and a hot latte. There is a $1 upgrade for dairy alternatives and any sugar and sweetener is in a self-serve area, not added into the drink (although the barista asked me if that's okay, thus, I think she would have added if I preferred that). They have sugar and stevia, as an FYI for anyone who wants/needs a different option. They have a few baked treats and a few seasonal coffee flavors and add-in flavors and beyond that, the drink menu is simplistic. My latte was the creamiest, foamiest latte in all the land. The coffee itself was a touch more bitter than we like but we were able to doctor it up nicely with stevia. Cute spot with a lovely view of the surrounding, scenic neighborhood.

Our order: seasonal latte and cold brew…read more I typically am not one for foam but this latte got me. Beyond its beautiful aesthetics, the milky layer provided a rich and nutty sweetness that complemented the dark and earthy tones of the espresso. The cold brew was quite the adventure, taking in every layer, one at a time. What started out as subtle sweetness quickly turned into a cacao aroma and ended at citrus tartness. Small but mighty brick and mortar shop in a quaint neighborhood across from a church and lined with other local businesses. Bar stools, lounge chair, work bench, they've got it all. Certainly a hidden gem in residential Knoxville. So glad we stopped by!

I enjoyed my brief visit to this coffee shop! It's right on the edge of downtown. I was coming from…read moreGatlinburg and just wanted a London fog latte so I came and got one. It wasn't as sweet as I expected (like if you order at Starbucks for eg) but the ambiance inside is excellent - they have tables and regular chairs but also couches and big soft chairs. I sat in a big soft chair and was very comfortable! They also have two clean bathrooms, i changed in there after hiking. There weren't enough hanging pegs but they were spacious so still good enough. The staff up front were quick and helpful! No trouble there. And there were a decent number of parking spots out back - that said, by the time I left, the lot was completely full. Not sure where else you could park in the area. Overall, if passing and needing a rest I would rec this spot! But I would try ordering something else besides a London fog ;)

Local coffee shop in a neat little neighborhood, I stopped in to Honeybee and spent the first half…read moreof my Friday morning here as my "office." It's a comfy space though a little small and by 10:00, it was starting to get crowded with laptop folks. I took that as my cue and headed onwards. But first, there was coffee (a cortado that was more like a flat white) and a bunch of time on their wifi. There is a parking lot in the back. If it's full there, it will be full inside. [Review 1193 of 2024 - 509 in Tennessee - 22216 overall]

It's fairly good coffee. More handcrafted than a place like Starbucks. But, I'd say it's slightly…read moreless good than Honeybee Coffee -- which is within walking distance down the same street. Still, solid choice if you are craving coffee. I'd come back. No inside seating like a regular coffee shop. But, there's an adjacent bar area and covered outdoor seating in front of the store. It's an urban renewal sort of vibe with graffiti and bright colors.

Coffee tasted great, got an Americano v smooth Guy running…read morethe shop was v nice gave me recommendations on where to have breakfast Ambiance is fine if you are looking to have a slow morning and chat with a friend but not much else

Enjoyed ours coffees. My husband was excited to get a chai latte, which he said reminded him of the…read morechai lattes when he was in Afghanistan and Iraq in the Navy. The shop is adorable, and staff was friendly. There was also a prayer chalk wall. Loved it all around.

Nice place, inviting, did not eat just had a coffee, definitely worth the coffee will visit again…read moreStaff ok