Lift Coffee Roasters

Vegan & gluten free pastries or is it vegan only?

Vegan donuts on the weekends and Monday! Other pastries are just regular.

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Did this place change locations, I remember you guys by riverside plaza?

Yes, they've closed there and moved over to Chicago street.

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What dairy milk alternatives do you guys offer other than oat milk?

Greetings. We currently only have oat milk but will begin carrying Almond again in November. Thanks for asking

Do you sell Cuban coffee beans?

Greetings. We do not. Thanks for asking. Lots of other fabulous beans. Especially Brazil. Thanks

Fo you serve fpod?

Hello. We currently serve only pastries. We will be beginning food service in a week or two - sandwiches, toast, juices. Thanks. Leeba

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Hello! I have been trying to go to the riverside location. Has it re opened yet?

Greetings. Our Central location is permanently closed and moved to 2060 Chicago #A10. Open 7-7. See you there! Lift team

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Do they still do Hemp Milk Lattes? And if so, what is the brand of milk?

Hi Johannah. Our supply purveyor stopped carrying Pacific Hemp I’ll temporarily. We should have it back in stock this summer. Thanks for asking.

Is it true that this place doesn't open on Sundays?

Hi there. Yes we are open on Sundays. See you soon.

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3 years ago

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Daniel N.

3 years ago

Pleasant Atmosphere, Mixed Service Experience We Visited Lift Coffee Roasters in the industrial park space for coffee and ambiance. They believe that great coffee creates an exceptional community. Lift Coffee created a space inside an industrial park, offering ample tables for various purposes, including laptops and lounging. The 80s and New Wave-themed music added a unique touch to the ambiance. While the atmosphere was pleasant, with a dark, moody vibe and chill music, the server and barista provided a pedestrian experience, focusing more on order efficiency than customer engagement. The oatmeal cappuccino was a delightful surprise, earning high marks for taste. Lift Coffee offers a variety of coffee drinks and basic pastries. Despite the mixed service experience, the positive aspects make it a place worth revisiting for coffee and casual conversations with friends. I encourage the staff to enhance customer engagement. Friendliness could significantly improve the overall experience. The pleasant atmosphere and quality coffee outweigh the pedestrian service. If in the area, I'd return to Lift Coffee for the cozy ambiance and outstanding coffee, hoping for a more engaging service experience. read more

Patricia C.

12 years ago

Came to Lift because I have heard nothing but great things about their coffee. Imagine my shock and horror to discover a huge cockroach roaming the floor while I was waiting in line to order. I thought I'd address this directly with management by calling them, but there is no phone number associated with this business. Therefore, I am left with no other option but to address this publicly through social media. Not only are there cockroaches roaming the floor, but their babies hang out in the bathroom (which never have seat covers). So for all you God-fearing Christians that love to come to Lift, make sure you bring your biggest Bible and use the Word of the Lord in the fight against cockroaches. read more

Rosabell M.

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2 years ago

I've been wanting to check out this coffee shop ever since I saw it on Instagram, and I finally got the chance while in the area for a business meeting. The space is clean, spacious, and well-maintained, with friendly staff to match. I ordered a dirty chai, which was excellent, along with a pumpkin muffin and a vegan banana nut muffin, both were absolutely delicious. Overall, it's a fantastic spot, and I'll definitely stop by again if I'm in the area! read more

Mikayla D.

10 years ago

The coffee here is really delicious but I have the same complaint as some others - I wish there was more space and more electrical outlets! I like the environment here but I wish I could stay and work on projects... When it's busy good luck finding a spot to plug in! The cold brew is so delicious though, if you're just stopping in and not planning to stay I'd recommend checking it out. Otherwise, you're better off elsewhere. read more

Cassy D.

5 years ago

Love love love this place. The ladies working here are so nice and welcoming. The design of this place helps me think. If you are a loud person don't come here please. I enjoy the chill and study vibe to this place. So much art and antique designs. I hope I continue loving this place. I was just at Starbucks and I got a headache from how loud and annoying the place was. Coming here feels like a relief. Cheers! read more

Kyle G.

105

13 years ago

I have been waiting for Lift Coffee Roasters to open for a while and I had the chance to come try it out yesterday. It was awesome, looks like I'm giving up Starbucks! Quality coffee, quality people! I had the Ethiopian drip and it was phenomenal, my fiancé who hates black coffee downed my entire cup before I could! That says something about the quality of Lift Coffee Roasters. read more

K B.

100

10 years ago

Unprofessional staff! Always out of everything! This place is so unprofessional and really needs to treat their customers better. I am a everyday customer and can't believe how I was treated on my last visit. They let you stand in line for 15 min just to not serve you because they can't communicate that something is out of stock. Rude you just lost a everyday customer. read more

Karen F.

166

7 years ago

I've been coming here for a couple of years now, and I will continue to do so. Coffee is the best quality you will find. Freshly roasted. Confortable environment. Perfect place to ready a book, study or simply hangout with friends. They started serving brunch Saturdays and Sundays, and I personally love it !!! Exceeded my expectations. This place is a must ! read more

Devon M.

12 years ago

I'm giving 4 stars only because they don't have a drive thru and I'm a fan of listening to the radio while I wait in line. But for everything else, they're great. I LOVE the atmosphere, since I'm a lover of all things aviation. The baristas are friendly and cool. The whole vibe is very Pasadenish, which I love. Or even maybe OC like. read more

Jose M.

8 years ago

I didn't know that the Central location was closed but I see that this is only a few blocks from my work...I'll be stopping by today! Their coffee absolutely blows the competition away and the staff are all super friendly! This place is perfect to relax and get work done while enjoying a cup of fresh coffee! read more

gediminas k.

3 years ago

The staff at this coffee shop are incredibly friendly and welcoming. They always greet me with a warm smile, and their genuine passion for coffee shines through in every interaction. Whether I'm seeking recommendations or just engaging in pleasant conversation, they make me feel valued as a customer. read more

Rara Q.

2 years ago

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Nathan L.

9 months ago

The environment is very calming, different overall aesthetics from most Cafes. I'm not a coffee person but even I liked the coffee. And it's Ethiopian coffee so it had a great taste to it. The servers were kind and my best bro Neb is there so automatic 6 stars :D ! read more

Brittany S.

11 years ago

I hope people support this place. The decor, staff, surrounding, & most importantly the coffee is amazing. I love finding little gem's close to my work, I felt forced to go to Starbucks which is not my favorite. I will be visiting Lift on a regular basis. read more

Brianna O.

11 years ago

This place has the best coffee I've had so far. It's a total hipster coffee shop with a modern, sort of woodsy meets industrial seating area. It can be hard to find a spot to sit.The baristas are really nice. When I'm in the area I like to stop here. read more

Adelaide J.

9 years ago

Very good coffee. Occasionally there is a lengthy wait to get your order due to limited staff and a rush of customers.They dine in area is very comfortable and the staff is great. Definitely a most stop for any coffee afficiando going to Riverside. read more

David V.

10 years ago

This coffee spot is TOP NOTCH. Got recommended by a friend on my way to Palm Springs. Their macchiatos are amazing! Definitely coming back for some great coffee. Shoutout to the baristas for making it happen read more

Raul B.

9 years ago

Cannot rave about this place as much as I would like to. Much, much better than that Starbucks garbage. I do not know why these people do not know have more locations throughout Riverside. read more

Brandii L.

8 years ago

Reallly awesome coffee shop! The donuts were to die for. The coffee tasted amazing and this was the perfect spot to hang out. Parking was easy and the store was awesome read more

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