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    Mate Factor

    4.7 (466 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Leah W.

    We absolutely love Mate Factor and visit every time we are in Savannah. The cinnamon roll and Mayan mocha are my favorite items to order. They have a few breakfast and lunch sandwich options which are incredible. We always get a loaf of bread to take home. We are aware of the 12 tribes and honor their beliefs, as this is part of why the foods are so wholesome and delicious. This trip we met Earl Gray, the sweet cat who hangs out on the outdoor patio. The ambiance feels like you are in a treehouse of Pinterest dreams and the dulcimer music playing is so magical. The staff is always pleasant, kind, and helpful.

    Komal R.

    I wish I had known before heading to this place that they only make lattes with Mate and not actual coffee. I had the Mayan Mocha and my husband got the Vanilla hazelnut. Both were very bland and runny. The Mayan mocha was almost like having cinnamon and sugar added to water. I am a coffee and chocolate person so maybe that's why I did not like the drinks at all but maybe someone who has an affinity for Mate would like it?

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    Kabrina B.

    Okay, trying two things Ive never had before. The blueberry Pecan muffin is amazing. The service is great. The person serving was kind and engaging. I came here after my niece forgot I didn't have a key to her dorm room. It was a quick walk from SCAD's Chatham Apartments. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space is soothing and relaxing. A great place to read a book.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Anthony G.

    Even though the café was closed when I stopped by, Jeremy (hopefully I got his name right!) still waved me in, handed me a treat just for showing up, and gave me a quick tour. Seriously, who does that anymore? [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place has amazing energy. It just feels good the moment you walk in. You can tell it's built with a lot of love and intention.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Also... the date bar? Absolutely incredible. Not too sweet, nutty, chewy easily a 10/10. Can't wait to come back when they're actually open and try more. Huge shoutout to Jeremy and his family for the kindness. little things like that stick with you.

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    Victoria L.

    Cute, cozy little cafe. Sandwiches are really quite good and a nice size portion. Mate good as well. Would have loved to try some baked goods while I was there.

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    Lindsay S.

    This eclectic little gem is one of my favorite places to grab a quick lunch! They make all their breads and baked goods in-house. The decor is unique and creates a cozy cabin atmosphere, and I absolutely love their outdoor patio area--it's quiet and provides a relaxing vibe. My favorite drink is the mango mate; I could drink it every day! For lunch, I always go for the chipotle chicken sandwich -- it has just the right amount of heat without being too spicy.

    Alfonso M.

    Great place to ordered coffee and pasties. They also have a great patio and ambiance. Staff welcomes you with great service!

    Lexi Z.

    I'm currently sitting at Mate Factor in Savannah , Georgia sipping on the iced "old saint joes" latte which I customized by adding a double espresso shot to and it's so delightfully flavorful! I'm extremely satisfied with the taste and rich experience of this drink, also my partner got the hot green chai tea which was incredible as well! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance here is so cute and inviting, giving the true atmosphere of Savannah vibes![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was friendly and fast. Needless to say, I'm giving this adorable spot a 10/10!

    Veggie burger
    Tiffany H.

    Woooooooow The drinks were all 10/10. I consider myself a bit of a chai latte connoisseur and it was one of the best ones I've had, very pleasantly spiced. The iced Mayan and mint mocha were delightful. The sandwiches were solid. My boyfriend loved his turkey sandwich. My veggie burger was mild in flavor, but I did enjoy it, especially with the kettle cooked chips it came with. Everyone working there was very kind. The decoration of the place was adorable. It felt like I was in a fantasy novel, inside of a cozy tavern.

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    Lisa M.

    What a Delightful Place! Turkey Sandwich was fresh and delish. We tried both the cold iced hibiscus and mango teas. So yummy. The ginger snap cookie that was so soft and spicy. Can't recommend this place enough. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The charming interior space is almost as lovely as the back patio.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Just a perfect spot[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Hibiscus & green tea
    Kaitlynn J.

    Dabbled into my investigative journalist side today. 1 star for the delicious sandwich & hibiscus drink. The green tea is disgusting. Before stepping foot in a yellow deli, please do research & see what they support & believe in. I didn't like giving this restaurant even a penny but I probably would've been kicked out if I had just walked around. Other than the folk music playing, the place is pretty silent. It is also VERY dark inside (think 2000s Hollister). The employees look exhausted & children just randomly popped out of the kitchen(?) Everything is fresh, organic, & even the straws are made from wheat.

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    The best coffee, scones, bread, muffins,etc Also the best turkey sandwich!!! Everything there is wonderful!!

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    We loved the Mate Factor, we went back a second time while we were in town. Try the Mayan Mocha Latte!! They also have gluten free cookies.

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    The food was delicious! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The charming atmosphere can't be beat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The workers were really kind.

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    Amazing food, and a vibe you can't beat. Definitely coming back! The Ruben was to die for omg

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    Ask the Community - Mate Factor

    Your coconut raspberry muffins were absolutely phenomenal. What type of flour do you use? We keep trying to replicate your recipe.?

    Hi, and we're so glad you enjoyed them! We use spelt flour. That is an ancient grain. Sometimes people who have an intolerance to wheat can eat spelt. They're my favorite muffins, too! Although, blueberry pecan is almost a tie!

    This menu looks a little too similar to Yellow Deli in Brunswick. Anyone know if this place is affiliated, copycat, or something else?

    I believe they're affiliated with the same parent organization. Twelve Tribes, which oversees Maté Factor, has several other "Yellow Deli" locations, including one in Brunswick. From the pictures, the food and drinks look very similar, so if you… Read more

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    10/10 - A Must-Stop Every Time I've been coming here ever…read moresince I was little, and it's one of those places that never disappoints. Every time I'm anywhere close, I make it a point to stop, and this trip was no different. I was driving back home to North Carolina and had to make one last stop because it's just that good. The food is always fresh, hot, and packed with flavor. The sandwich was perfectly toasted with fresh ingredients, plenty of parmesan, and an amazing sauce, and the fries were cooked perfectly. Everything tasted just as good as I remembered. Service was a 10/10 and wonderful seating options MUST GO!!!

    This place has gone from amazing local food with a South African twist to complete commercialized…read moregarbage. Local Savannah foodie pages have been saying the same thing for years. Even after the 2021 rebrand, it still held on for a while, but something in the last 5 years at the main office has completely lost touch. They expanded to three locations: ; downtown, Tybee, and Hilton Head, and in the process the whole identity fell apart. The menu has been gutted of its originality. The "OG" items are now overpriced, portion sizes have been cut in half, and the original sides that made it special are gone. What used to be a simple, order-and-sit-down experience is now chaotic. You're herded in by an overstaffed but somehow still disorganized team of high-turnover employees with zero consistency and very little emotional intelligence. There are always way too many staff for the number of customers, yet service somehow keeps getting worse. Last night was the final straw. We tried the Tybee location first, waited 30 minutes just to be seated, only to be told they were basically out of everything and could only do drinks. So we drove to downtown. Same exact thing. Out of sausage. When we asked if we could just remove it or substitute it, we didn't get a simple no, we got an "absolutely not," because apparently everything is pre-mixed and nothing can be adjusted. Even worse once we sat down. It took 15 minutes just to be asked for drink orders. A different server came over, introduced himself like we were starting fresh, and then got visibly annoyed when we said we'd already ordered water and a soda. From there it just kept getting more awkward. At one point he bumped my cup while I was literally lifting it to my lips and told me to "watch out" while he was placing food down. He took forever to check us out and finally bring our soda to go, and ended the night by saying, "just so you know I'm faster than the other girl," like we were in the middle of some weird staff competition we didn't sign up for. On the outside it still looks like a fun Savannah staple. But once you sit down, you realize you're no longer a local guest, you're trapped in an overhyped tourist operation that's completely lost what made it good in the first place.

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