Stopped by Carol's Coffee & Art Bar as part of a recent visit to Owego. I'm definitely a fan any…read morecafe or similar space that integrates art into their environment, and there were quite a variety of lovely pieces at Carol's - many by the owner, but also included are other local artists. The menu, of course, also has "Carol's Favorite 'Comfort Food' Sandwiches" on the menu, all named after famous artists. Anyone who knows me will tell you that I'm a huge Van Gogh fan, so I ordered the "Van Gogh" sandwich that comes with oven roasted turkey breast layered on sourdough bread and lettuce, tomato, and mayo. The sandwich was good, but I have to say that proportions of the ingredients felt a bit off. I also noticed during the prep of my plate that the chips came from opening a bag (a bulk version similar to ripple chips you'd just buy at the store). In a cafe space like this, you can't necessarily expect people to be making everything from scratch... but I think it's just helpful to note to keep expectations in line. The drink that I ordered was made well (their beverage selection is at the very back of the menu). You can definitely tell that this is a community space, and it seemed like a number of locals filtered in throughout the lunch. There are notes on the tables that advise of a 90 minute limit for sitting at the table (not something I've ever actually seen before), and there's wifi available for use by customers. Perhaps an awkward experience was just related to the overall service? You grab a menu and choose your table if you're dining in, but you end up paying at the counter. Personally, if I'm going to sit down to eat then I'd prefer to have the check brought to the table and pay that way. The space is a bit cramped by the counter, so it seems like it'd benefit to minimize the foot traffic that has to wait there. And perhaps this is silly, but upon paying for the lunch, the server handed me my receipt and said "Just sign here", and then seemed to be somewhat... abrupt? I feel like I'm pretty low maintenance when dining out, but it just left me going "OH. Okay. Time for me to get out of the way" (it's worth noting that at the time, there was nobody waiting around, or to get to, the counter). Still, it was enjoyable to stop at Carol's Coffee & Art Bar. It's a more unique space with nice offerings.

Everything is wonderful about Carol's . Just Carol herself…read moreis such a warm,friendly, sweet person. She makes you feel welcomed and comfortable as if your in someone's home. The food, baked goods,and coffees are delicious. The atmosphere is so calming. There are beautiful paintings of Carol's artwork surrounding the cafe. A n d about once a week there is live music performed by a very talented musician. Its truly a warm welcoming café to just relax and feel comfortable. Its a rare treat in these stressful times where everything is rushed and impersonal. Highly recommend!

As a non-coffee drinker I love Paula's. They have solid permanent non-coffee options and fun and…read moreunique seasonal options. -caffeinated and not My sister (a coffee drinker) says it's the best place to get a carmel macchiato (her fav). -Reasonably priced for speciality drinks -Would drink a cup of their strawberry cold foam, its like GOOD strawberry ice cream

Okay this place is not only super cute but it is also soo delicious, my favorite combination. Its…read morein the middle of a small town but you can tell its the local hot spot because so many people were there and a lot of people were doing pick up. I can understand why the menu is so diverse and there are a million drink options. Also, the customer service was incredible, everyone was very nice. One downside is that there is only one bathroom but the upside is that it was very very clean. I also love all the options they had for drinks. They have a daily drink of the day that changes. My friends got that and loved it. I got one of there seasonal drink, the Spring Fling macchiato. It was a lavender and marshmallow macchiato with cold foam and sprinkles. The food options are pasties and creative toast. I personally did not get food but my friend got toast (the prosciutto & pesto one) and she loved it. All in all I would recommend this place 10/10!

Fantastic service and atmosphere. I adore this witchy, bookish tea & coffee shop. The background…read moremusic is on point and made me feel like my junky laptop and I were plunked down in the middle of a Jane Austen novel. The employee was so affable and sincere with every customer even when it got crowded and hectic, giving the kind of service one sees only in cozy, fictional small towns of long ago sitcoms. This whole place was the perfect autumnal treat i needed. Onion garlic cream cheese on a breakfast bagel hit the spot and the Pumpkin Hot Cocoa as well as Iced Lavender Vanilla Latte are both to die for.

I had no idea how badly I need this charming spot in my life. First off, bookstore AND coffee??? Is…read moreit Christmas??? And then I chose the 'barista' favorite 'Mocha Pistachio Latte' - oh boy! Talk about 'spellbound' - that coffee is magic! Charming server behind the counter. And did I mention the craft room for special classes? I may be in love. I will definitely be back!

This place has a calm, relaxing atmosphere. The food is so yummy and the drinks too. I had a Danish…read moreand an ice coffee. The ice coffee was so yummy!! I ordered Sarah's sunglasses. The staff is super friendly and inviting.

Great service and really cozy nice place. Coffee is amazing. Really good. Got a breakfast…read moresandwich too and it was good.

I'm baaaack with an update. Wow. The menu has blown up since I first came here. Right now it's…read morelimited for this week and it's still great. Had the quesadilla with avocado and it was yummy! Be back again soon!

I was in the area visiting a customer for a quick sales meeting, and I ended up arriving a little…read morebit early. Therefore, I went to search for a coffee shop and came across the wakeman coffee. I am extremely happy that I was able to find this Jenn. The service was absolutely amazing and the entire vibe of the spot was great. I love the fact that it was in a old firehouse. My coffee was on par with what I expect from a coffee shop of this caliber. Now the food, was surprisingly good because it's hard to find a coffee shop that has great coffee and good food. Whenever I'm back in the area, I will be stopping by.

Holy Grounds is a great locally owned coffee shop! The shop itself is so cute, and a great space to…read morerelax and sip your coffee. It also has. Convenient drive thru, just in case you need a quick caffeine fix. I tried one of their winter specials, a Winter Swirl Latte and it was DELICIOUS! They also brew Recess Coffee, another local business from Syracuse. They're super committed to locally owned, and that's amazing.

My husband and I have been looking for a locally owned coffee shop in the Elmira area for quite…read moresome time. We decided to give this place a try, and it was totally worth it! Although it's not near the hustle and bustle/shops, it's definitely worth the short trek off the highway! We absolutely loved our lattes (we each got the pumpkin cloud, one hot and one iced). The flavors were so good! The baristas were so friendly and the vibes were immaculate! Oh and there's a drive thru! We will def be back!!

The seneca Sunrise Coffee is a quaint place and a popluar local spot. The store has a great…read moreselection of merchs, bags of coffee, cold bottle drinks in fridge and a nice choice of menu. I was able to walk about 3 blocks from my air BNB to the coffee shop and its a well kept outdoor seating space. The store staff are welcoming and attentative service! I grabbed some bags of coffee as gifts; plan to visit again when I am in the area in the future!

We love discovering local coffee shops that aren't part of big corporate chains, and Seneca Sunrise…read moreCoffee was a fantastic find as we were heading out of the area. Before visiting, we read some comments about parking being tricky since it's in a residential area, but we had no issues finding a spot on a side street. In fact, I think the location is perfect--a cozy neighborhood spot that feels welcoming and authentic. Now, onto the coffee! I had a latte with coconut milk, toasted almond, and coconut, and it was amazing--smooth, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. My wife's drink was just as good. You can tell they put care into their craft, and the quality shines through. We'll definitely be making Seneca Sunrise Coffee our go-to spot whenever we're in the area. Highly recommend stopping by if you're looking for a great local coffee experience!

Food service ambiance will be returning soon for another ham wrap and latte. Nice Christmas programread more

The Mommy and Me Tea Party for Mother's Day was so much fun with my little one. From the entrance…read morewith a place for photos to commemorate the event, to delicious finger sandwiches cut into hearts and flowers, to the Ruby Sipper tea, to the rotating multiple mini desserts served table side, to the kids crafts of cupcake decorating and Mother's Day card making... All the details were considered. I hope that this event is offered every year. We would book in advance to reserve our spot. We left there feeling warm and fuzzy! Thanks again for creating a special event for the holiday.

Cute little coffee shop in a church from the 1800s. It seems they sell vintage items too, I saw a…read morelot of old woman's clothing on display. The coffee was good, and the inside of the church is so cool! Plus they are open on Sundays (till 2) unlike the other coffee shops in the area. It's a little bit away from the "downtown" are but worth the short drive!

The most wonderful little cafe! I stumbled upon this in the middle of a very long drive-and how…read moreglad I am! The atmosphere is impeccable. Situated in an old church building which also hosts artist workshops, one is greeted by smells of incense and coffee and the sight of racks of curated vintage clothing for sale. I was lucky enough to get to try a new sandwich they're rolling out, berries and brie on sourdough, which was delicious. This cafe is operated by a mother-daughter team, the latter of whom was in during my visit and was very kind. Can't recommend Bloom Sum enough!

Come down to the New Milford Coffee Shop. Food service was…read moreamazing, always delicious meals.

A good little small town breakfast spot! Good food! Friendly wait staff! Tucked just a bit from the…read moreMain Street.