Daughter & I need to kill time prior to flight home. She wanted spot to study too, this was perfect. 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. read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - Breakfast burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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Cute spot near downtown Knoxville. 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. read more

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Coffee was nasty, tasted a very burnt Service was v quick, minimal but no complaints Ambiance gave White Girl Wednesday on aux and place feels a bit tacky read more

The coffee is really good and the breakfast chorizo burrito was really good. The staff are friendly. The location is pretty accessible from the hotels and restaurants read more

Stopped in to grab a coffee for the next leg of our road trip to GA. It's a cute spot on a nice stretch of what I think is considered downtown Knoxville? They had a decent amount of seating and the space was open and didn't feel cramped like some coffee shops can be. My husband went with a latte (which they did some very cute seasonal latte art on) and I went with a cold brew. The cold brew was SO good! It was excellent. Kind of chocolately and a little bourbony maybe? It reminded me of a discontinued barrel aged roast we used to get from our favorite Michigan roaster. I regret not asking what beans they used so I could order some later online to make some at home! Alas, I missed my window. But it made a huge impression on me. Not being a college football follower I didn't realize that Tennessee has a big rivalry with UGA (where we were headed next!). So the barista schooled us on the history and informed us that they had their big rivalry game in town the next day (luckily we were going in the opposite direction of everyone coming in for the game!) which explained a bit of the liveliness we saw on the streets and in our hotel. So thanks to the staff here for filling us in so we could be in the loop! read more

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Mahalo Coffee Roasters was a sweet surprise on a quick trip to Knoxville. After a long day of air travel and a filling lunch, I needed a punchy afternoon pick-me-up to prep me for a 3-hour road trip at night, through the great Appalachian mountains. Enter these heroes: Mahalo Coffee Roasters! The customer service was beyond amicable. The barista patiently explained what drinks were most popular and made recommendations. While she prepared our coffee, she struck up small talk, which I thought would distract her from making a great cup of coffee. Joke was on me. She concocted a bold cup of Joe that was just the power boost I needed! It was delicious and prepared with lots of warm southern hospitality. The coffee beans (which are imported from Hawaii) smelled heavenly and tasted even better! I ordered a lavender latte, which was the perfect, soothing pick-me-up. Sadly, I wasn't able to try this coffee shop again, but anytime I'm in Downtown Knoxville, I won't think twice to return. Great coffee + great service = win/win! read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - Iced Lavender Almond Latte's. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

I got an iced vanilla latte with oat milk ($7) and it was made in about 5 minutes. The latte had a lot of milk in it, so it definitely diluted the coffee flavor by a lot. The vanilla flavor was spot on however , and i did enjoy the drink. I wish it had another shot in it. The inside was very chill and I loved the surfing/wave theme. Overall a little overpriced for the small amount of coffee you get, but the vibes made up for it. Drink(50%): 6.5 Staff/service(25%): 7.5 Value(25%): 5.0 Overall: 6.4/10 read more

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Great job, y'all. Thanks for making all the Big Ears goers feel welcome and for the burritos.

Good coffee. Homemade syrups. Latte art. Fast service. Casual ambience, great to take to go.

Amazing drinks and vibes! Recommend ordering from the specials menu. Great seasonal drinks

Very cute place in downtown Knoxville. Wait staff was very nice and accommodating. Tried a seasonal latte and it was very good. Highly recommend & will be going back soon. Cute beach style decor as well. read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - Cardamom brown sugar latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Best latte in Knoxville! This is such a cute coffee shop, I love the Hawaii theme. The prices are good especially for how good their lattes are. The baristas were friendly and the drinks came out fast. I ordered an iced vanilla latte and it was absolutely delicious! read more

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Stopped in for a mid-afternoon pick me up and wow! So good! I grabbed a rose and pistachio oat milk latte and the flavors were absolutely perfect together. We also had a blueberry muffin which was a perfect addition to our coffees. The workers were so kind and friendly an the inside was a great spot to chill in. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a quality coffee and some great vibes. read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - Strawberry Matcha Latte, Call Me Rose Lattes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Wandered upon this gem during our time in Knoxville, and so happy we did! Got here around 3:00 and it was still busy on a Saturday. Not familiar to the area so didn't park, had someone drive around while I got our orders to go. Cute interior with some single bar seats by the windows and some small group seats in the area near the counter. The guy who took my order was patient and helped me with recommendations. I got the matcha latte, dirty chai, and a version of a caramel macchiato (they didn't have it on the menu but said they can make something close to it). All drinks we got were iced! We also got the gluten free coffee cakes and apple muffin. The pastries/ baked goods were delicious and I would definitely get again! The version of the caramel macchiato and the matcha latte were also very refreshing and tasty. I didn't care much for the dirty chai though- but I think that's just my personal preference. TLDR; good vibe coffee shop, good coffee and good eats. Would recommend! read more

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Had a cappuccino, my husband had a tea, and my girlfriend had a coffee on a Monday morning of a concert we came to town for. We enjoyed the establishment as we sat at a table and had our drinks. We were all happy. Service was friendly. read more

The coffee js genuinely nothing special. The matcha is watered down and I've gotten it twice trying to convince myself otherwise. The iced teas also aren't flavorful. I sit outside and hear people say the drinks aren't good. I think most people come because it's downtown and on a nice street. read more

We stopped in for an afternoon pick-me-up and the large windows and ample lighting add an inviting vibe. I would not describe this as a cozy coffee shop, more in line with a typical urban vibe: white walls, hard seating, good wifi. Not a spot that I, personally, would want to sit and chat with a friend or work, but I would grab a quick to-go drink if in the area and enjoy it in Market Square. This is a smaller coffee shop with a small menu (some unique syrups), and very friendly service with helpful with suggestions. We ordered: Sugar free vanilla iced latte Iced latte with caramel Honestly, neither one of us loved our coffees. We specifically ordered lattes to at least have a hint of espresso, but you couldn't taste the coffee itself. I would not order vanilla again (it was incredibly sweet) and would probably try the cold brew next time, which I hear good things about. I ended up tossing most of this coffee but perhaps I just ordered the wrong thing? read more

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This is such a refreshing change of pace to find in Knoxville!! I just moved from Miami and it's been hard finding spots with great ambience and a unique menu (seasonal varieties inckuded rose pistachio latte, lavender latte (my kryptonite). Great walking location to all nice downtown hotels used for conventions and the sun sphere, etc, completely recommend! read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

A hidden gem while walking around downtown. My husband wanted a cold brew and I was pleasantly surprised that they offered matcha lattes and plant milks. After experiencing some very weird "interpretations" of matcha lattes lately, I've learned to ask if a business's matcha latte is just matcha powder and plant milk, which is really the only thing a matcha latte ever should be! Mahalo assured me that's what they served: an actual matcha latte, and they were spot on! The employees were really helpful and friendly. The cold brew came out quicker than we could find a seat! My matcha came out quickly, too. The matcha latte itself was a little "green". Green as in, kind of heavy and a bit bitter in flavor. It's not easy making the perfect matcha latte, I get it. They asked each of us how we liked our drinks, when we were done, that is a nice touch I don't think I've gotten at any coffee shop before. I told them mine was good, but a little "green" for my taste. They said they use "two scoops" of matcha powder, so next time I'll ask them to make it with 1 1/2 to see how that goes. It's a fine line between "too green" and "tastes like matcha flavored milk", but with their willingness to make adjustments I'm hoping to hit the perfect "matcha latte sweet spot". My husband loved his cold brew, and I'm sure he'll be trying his standard Americano in the future! read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - Matcha Latte with oat milk. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

I was very unimpressed with this coffee, spend about $75/$80 trying to buy freash beans locally. All the coffee I bought had that Knoxville coffee taste thing going on. It's gross! I'm a Portland and Seattle coffee kind of guy. dark roast pure yumminess! read more

Could be amazing and I was simply there when they were too busy to keep up ‍ Unfortunately our coffee was warm at best Cute location and friendly staff read more

What a cute coffee shop off of Market Square! After browsing the bookstore next door, I stopped by for a drink and a place to read for a bit. Upon walking in, I was immediately greeted and, when I couldn't make up my mind, the barista recommended one of their seasonal iced lattes - which I ended up getting. It had coconut and cinnamon in it. The drink was delicious, refreshing and I was allowed to sit there for a good hour to savor it and finish my current read. It is a bit chilly inside - but they do offer outdoor seating. I would definitely visit again if I'm ever in town. read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Overall my experience was okay. The staff was friendly and I liked the vibe (laidback/mellow) but my coffee was not was I was expecting. It was way smaller than I anticipated (and they only have one size on the menu). I got a latte with oat milk and caramel and could not taste the caramel at all. I also get a cheddar scone and it was good. A little dry but I appreciate a savory scone! read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - A latte with hand sanitizer for size comparison - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

I love trying local coffee shops when I travel and was excited when Mahalo was right around the corner from my hotel. It's a pretty, bright, and airy space. They offer all of the standard coffee drinks as well as a few pastry selections. The seating is somewhat limited, but didn't pose an issue on my visit because only a few customers were there. The coffee was okay, but a little on the cool side for temperature. I also had a scone that was enjoyable as well. It's great to see the Knoxville coffee scene expanding. read more

I just left Mahalo 513 Union Ave, Knoxville TN. Where I stood for four minutes, as a timed it, while the cashier talked about nails with two other customers. Not once was I acknowledged when I walked in or even a "be with you in a moment" instead she cashed out the two customers and talked about her nails. I will NEVER go back to this establishment, let alone recommend it. I wish I could say this was the first time waiting on the workers to finish up a life story while me and others stood in line, but it's NOT. I will not be going back to that establishment. While I am just one person, and may not make much of a difference, word of mouth is pretty powerful! read more

Ordered a breakfast burrito and a small drip coffee. The burrito was an overpriced disappointment. The potatoes weren't cooked, lacked flavor, bad cheese. I used a left over Taco Bell sauce to help, lol Coffee is good. That's the only good thing, after paying $11.47... read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - A breakfast burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

First time coming here and thought it was a great coffee shop. The coffee here was absolutely superb. A very smooth cappuccino and the drip coffee was also strong. I love their outdoor seating area and the indoor is also very modern. Not too many seats inside so definitely come earlier if you wanted to hang out here. They also have different shirts and bottles you can buy if interested. The materials look pretty solid as well. The barista was great and friendly. Overall, great place to come meet someone or study on the bar section they have. Would recommend if in Knoxville area. read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - Drip coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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This is 5 star coffee -- perfect flavor and roast. Highly recommended as roasted coffee. This is up there with the best. I'm not sure about their drinks. But, I've been to this shop before (I think it was another name then) and the drinks were pretty solid back then. So, I would definitely give them a try. If you are venturing into Market Square, make a quick detour to Mahalo. Well worth it. Nice atmosphere too. What you'd expect for an urban coffee shop. read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Wonderful independent shop with great coffee and food. Had some iced lattes that were excellent but normally the food suffers. Here the breakfast burrito was substantial and tasty and the bacon cheddar scone was massive but still quality. Glad to have found this place for breakfast. read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Great coffee and friendly customer service. Charming location. Bought a lb of coffee and looking forward to having it tomorrow!

Good coffee shop for working with a laid back vibe, natural light and an overall solid coffee menu. They were short on pour over options on the day I visited, but crafted an Ethiopian one for me which was pretty good overall. Very, very light when it came to flavor, but overall I think it was well made. Service was fine, overall pretty neutral in that it wasn't super friendly nor rude at all. If you need a good spot to work in downtown Knoxville, this is a good option because it's not too loud, the WiFi works, a good clean bathroom, and they have outdoor seating as well. I'll probably explore another one next time in Knox, but was glad to give this one a try. read more

I came in and ordered the latte with coconut and cinnamon. and the blueberry muffin. The latte needed a lot of sugar, but it was pretty tasty. The blueberry muffin was good, very crumbly and they use real blueberries! read more

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Love being born and raised in Hawaii so finding a spot with anything in Hawaiian that's not on in the islands are always an added plus. Loved the coffee. Mellow, like my home state and kept me going all day. Seating was pretty straight forward. :) read more

I ordered 5 pounds of beans over two weeks ago and still have not received my order. Ive called several times with no one answering. I have emailed several times with no one answering. My order # is 8022 and I want my money back! read more

Just here to say the bacon cheese scone was the best scone I've ever had because it was about 50% bacon and cheese and I loved it. Get one! read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - a hand holding a piece of food - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

I was busy showing the downtown sights to my out of town family. After three hours, I needed a break. Fortunately my family wanted to check out a bookstore which happened to be next door to Mahalos. Thank God. Great location because I was able to enjoy a delicious cuppa Joe and relax while my guests did their bookworm thing. This is a bright, clean, inviting coffee spot. Friendly barista, delicious coffee, healthy vibe. It's a bit off the beaten path but we'll worth the effort to seek it out. You'll be glad you did. read more

10/10 recommend!! Hannah was super helpful and took time to answer any questions I had. (: the coffee was amazing and if you're hungry try the breakfast burrito!!! Awesome atmosphere if you're looking to catch up with friends or take time to study! read more

Mahalo Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Guys. Do yourself a favor and come to Mahalo. Super good coffee. Rich flavors, great roasts. The vibes indoors are solid. Good seating, tons of natural light, great street view. The baristas are skilled and NOT snobby about it. Really kind people. I went here twice on my way through Knoxville and was not bummed at all that I didn't end up trying any of the other shops around (which I'm sure are good too). I was just like, "well. I really like Mahalo, so why not just go back?" Mahalo was delicious, vibey, and kind. This is a friendly place. Pretty sure you'll love it like I did. read more

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Relaxing place. It's specious with high ceiling and a lot of natural light. Good for a meet place. Today coffee bean roast was "party wave". Love it. It appears low acidity coffee, exactly what we like. read more

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Spacious, naturally lit coffee house with multiple espresso options. I had a Costa Rica roast on the lighter end of the spectrum. Thank you Hannah for the beautiful latte art! read more

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