Drive thru service is a bit slow, and if you go inside then leaving is somewhat hard to get past the drive thru vehicles that aren't over to the left far enough, so then you are stuck in the line until you can get through. That's the worst part. If you can go out with out going around the building I highly recommend doing so! The coffee, scones, and brownies are delicious! Their Chi latte or the dirty Chi is the best around Columbus and Tryon!! I have no issue going now that I have figured out to park on the side. Highly recommend going and trying OPEN ROAD OUT! read more

I've been to this place only one time, so keep that in mind as you read this review. The signage is pleasing and inviting, and the shop itself looks very nice on the outside. I noticed immediately that turning into the parking lot that the entrance had huge potholes I had to avoid. Then I had difficulty getting my truck into the small spaces. I don't have a giant truck, but a regular chevy silverado standard work truck that I need for work and to get up to my home. So my first impression is that this place is for compact car owners, meaning it's catering to 'liberal, city oriented' people who drive small cars, and that it isn't a place for a general audience. It's also unclear but there is better parking behind the shop, but you'd have to walk around. The moment I walked in, I was absolutely accosted by this horrific and all-encompassing, disgusting smell of something acrid and burned. I wanted to spin 180 degrees and leave, but the people at the register were looking at me and I felt guilty and didn't want to be rude. The inside was appealing. No one else seemed to notice the smell. It's one of those "It feels like I'm taking crazy pills" moments. Or that I put on the "they live" glasses and turns out they're ALL aliens. So I went to the cooler and got a GTs synergy kombucha and paid for it and left. The cashier was nice, and complemented my sunglasses, and I thanked him for it and tipped them well, even though all I bought was a kombucha and they did absolutely nothing but move their arm 90 degrees with 12oz of weight to stock it. At any rate, I told this nice young man where he might find the sunglasses, and if I'd have known exactly myself I might have just given them to him because that's the sort of thing I've done before--even tho its a bit weird. That smell was so bad, I couldn't order any coffee drink. I'm a snob. I worked their job before and I was good at it. I was a barista at jittery joes in georgia, and I've continued my path of coffee enjoyment since then like 20+ yrs ago. I have a commercial espresso machine from italy in my house. I just wanted something because I was an hour away from my home. Even if they roasted the beans inside the shop (A NO NO btw), it wouldn't smell this bad I don't think. I've roasted green beans in a popcorn air popper and it wasn't like this. This was something else. Like they burned toast and coffee beans inside a busted up electrical panel. Or they set putrified oak leaves on fire outside and threw some plastic on it too. Honestly, smelled like some weird combination of a burned toast burned wire burned plastic fire. I couldn't get over it and probably won't go back. read more

Comfortable, cozy atmosphere with friendly service and wholesome lattes and food. The specialty lattes, for example, are all prepared with homemade syrups made with agave. The blueberry oat bake was amazing - basically a bowl of blueberry oatmeal baked! So warm and satisfying on a cool, rainy November morning. And they have these delicious grab-and-go bars. I didn't get to eat it for a couple days, and when I finally did, it reminded me of what a great experience I had at Open Road and confirmed everything I thought about how well and carefully they craft their yums. Also, wife and I hung out for at least a couple hours with our laptops doing some work; it's a perfect work space. Not too loud and big enough to find a spot and relax. Not sure when I'll be back that way, but it's the only place you should go for coffee if you're in town. read more

Openroad Coffee & Tea - Pumpkin spice latte - love that that they make all their syrups in-house and with agave :) - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, North Carolina

Wonderful scones and my husband loves the baked oatmeal. It's also a nice gathering place.

Overall, this is a great coffee place. However, it is a bit overpriced and I would avoid their matcha! I ordered a matcha latte and it was honestly, the worse match latte I have ever had! So, just order coffee and you'll be fine. read more

One of the first places I found when I moved up here. Some of the best coffee around! After three years, still one of my favorite places to go. Great for meetings as well. read more

This place is not far from the interstate, but you can't really hear road noise outside except from the road immediately in front. The parking lot was crowded at about 10:30 on a Tuesday, but inside is deceptively large. I ordered the caramel latte. It was very smooth with a nice caramel flavor. The beige latte had hazelnut, vanilla, and maple flavor. The hazelnut overpowered everything until near the end. It may have been a proportion issue or maybe it just wasn't mixed well. On a whim, we also tried a tomato basil cheddar scone. It was more a pizza as the dough tasted like pizza crust. The scone was prepared well. The hostess apologized for the lack of selection. They apparently do a robust pastry business. Service was fast and friendly. We sat out front and relaxed a bit before hitting the road again. This is a nice place and seems to have a good base of regulars. I am curious about trying pastries and a couple other coffees. read more

This is a quaint coffee house with great products, unfortunately, the loud and desperate for attention female staff have no concept of using their inside voices so customers are forced to hear their trivial vapid conversations that tend to boom over the background music and all customers in the building. A bit of staff training on etiquette and professionalism could make this place better to visit. Until then, get your items to go. read more

I absolutely love this place. I support them as often as possible. I appreciate that they have good values that they uphold and their staff is always polite, friendly and helpful. The chai frio, decaf iced coffee and sustain bars are my favorites!! read more

5 stars aren't enough! The service is always wonderful. Staff is always friendly and welcoming, coffee is great! 10/10 recommend the beige latte! The scones are on a level of their own! I usually avoid scones lol but I could eat these like every day and not get tired of them! The quality of the baked goods as well as coffee is definitely higher then most places by far. I love that they use a lot of organic locally sourced ingredients!! It really doesn't get better then openroad! Thank you all! read more

Found a great little place in Openroad. The people who served here were wonderful and kind and provided some great recommendations. Loved the basic latte. Here were some great hints of honey, cinnamon, and some of yummy flavors. The tomato and basil scone was to die for! They make everything in. Shop. read more

Great atmosphere here & the whole staff was terrific. Very friendly and accommodating, even remade a smoothie I didn't care for (mostly because I simply chose the wrong drink & it was more berry than I expected) & were very gracious about it. I really appreciated the friendly barista offered & didn't have to ask! Didn't try the coffee but I like that they carry organic & my smoothie was organic. read more

Open road has got a lot of charm and stays fairly active. They have some good roasts of coffee. Bakery items I wouldn't rave about too much. But overall I think it's very charming, has a good vibe, the team that works there is very nice, and it's a good casual place to hang out and they have Wi-Fi and to seems like a good place to work and get some coffee and have a nibble if you want a place that feels cozy and local. read more

Best coffee on the planet;) and the sweets and other food are amazing. The people here are awesome. And people with the mask problem need to go somewhere else if they don't like it like ((shitbucks)) just to leave a negative review about that y'all suckkkk. read more

The coffee was great! I didn't have a chance to try any of their baked goods, but I will be be back to do so! Much better than mainstream coffee, in my opinion. It's great to have a different option right off the highway when my husband and I travel for work! Staff was friendly and everything was clean. read more

Coffee is so much better than big chains! The servers are friendly and there is a drive through if you need a to go order. The vibe inside is modern and chic, think yuppie coffee house mixed with a farmhouse feel. Unique spot. You will see locals doing schoolwork or checking emails, enjoying their meetings on the patio with their cup of joe or hanging in the back on the plush chairs. The baked oatmeal is legendary here and if you want any of the scones or other goodies get there early in the day as they sell out quickly. Smoothie and Tea options for those non coffee drinkers! read more

Coffee is superb, hot or iced. Always have friendly service no matter who is working the window. The vibe of this place is great to relax and chill for a bit. A great spot to meet a friend or work on your laptop. Tables available for groups. read more

The BEST scones! The coffee is wonderful as well! The beige latte is a definite must have! But really anything on the menu is excellent!! It's a great little hangout place. Service is usually really good there's been a few times I've been here that it's not been the best but everyone have an off day so it's understandable. But they will fix any issues with your order ! I love that the ingredients are quality ingredients and lots of locally sourced things! You won't regret stopping at open road ! read more

A hidden treasure in North Carolina! They use locally sourced organic products as much as they possibility can. The owner has met the coffee grower in Honduras and helped harvest for the experience. Fresh pastries, products such as: magnesium bath salts, honey, hand sanitizer, lotion, body balm, bags of beans, and drip /compression coffee makers, organic eggs and raw milk are all sold here. In addition to that quality coffee roasted in house the right way (see machine in photos), smoothies, tea, and more. Quality ingredients fast, tasty, and friendly Come check it out!!! #supportsmallbusiness #independentcoffeeshop #localbusiness #SupportFreedom #eatlocaleatfresh read more

While the coffee is really good, they are unfortunately homophobic and make it known that you are not super welcome if you wear a mask or a gay pride shirt. I'm speaking from experience. I have been here multiple times in the past and never had an experience like this. The owner was weird at the cashier counter and I saw him roll his eyes at my shirt that said "Gay Ok". He barely made eye contact and was just standoffish. The other patrons gave me weird stares as well. The whole vibe in there is off! I heard that they bullied a gay girl out of her job and I believe it. I will never forget this experience. I rarely review places so hopefully you will take my word on it when I say this place isn't very welcoming to anyone without a bible in hand. Go support a coffee shop that isn't so blatantly discriminatory. read more

Early morning drive into the mountains for coffee today. Loved this place! Both dark roast and latte were delicious. There was both indoor and outdoor door seating. It was quite busy so appears to be a local favorite. read more

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You should check this place out! Love, Love Love the hot Beige Latte. It's mixed with hazlenut, vanilla and maple flavors. Every time we head to Asheville or Tryon we make a point to stop here. Sometimes we plan our route just to go get a coffee! The lattes are perfect and not over powering sweet. I even add a little sugar There's something different about this coffee. I'm not sure what it is but it makes me crave another latte while I'm sitting at my desk 40 miles away. Also, I ordered a pumpkin cupcake today and it was good! Cream cheese filling with pumpkin seeds on top. read more

Openroad Coffee & Tea - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, North Carolina

Heading back to the beach from WNC found this little gem on yelp. Wanted one last special experience before getting back to reality. This was it. Great atmosphere, coffee and baked goods. Will veer a little off the beaten path every time we're in the area. Also love that they don't care about being politically correct! read more

Openroad Coffee & Tea - Cafes Near Me - Columbus, North Carolina

Openroad is a surprisingly good coffee shop and a real gem in a relatively small community. Driving down a relatively nondescript road in an area full of tiny towns, one wouldn't expect to find a local, non-chain coffee shop with ethically-sourced coffee and a plethora of house-made snacks. My wife had the occasion to visit more often than I did, but on my trip to Openroad I had a blended chai frappuccino, an egg and cheese biscuit, and a raspberry scone. The chai was creamy and pleasantly spicy in a way you don't get at Starbucks or other similar shops. The egg in my biscuit was moist and fluffy, and the biscuit was flaky and buttery - all exceeding the expectations I had for a biscuit sandwich at a coffee shop. And the scone - as all their scones are - was delicious: great crumb, not too sweet, and full of cream flavor. This is a great spot, and I'd be thrilled to go there again any time I'm back in town. The interior is comfortable and inviting, the staff is kind and attentive, and they even have a drive-thru. I hope the local community cherishes this place. read more

I'm always coffee shop hopping for school work and my friend recommended I come here. SOLID recommendation-- the barista recommended a flat white with mocha (whichhh they MAKE here) and it was the PERFECT amount of sweet for my tastebuds. I came a little later so they just had one scone, but that scone was to dieee for. amazing place, amazing environment. read more

Delicious Coffee and Baked goods! I drive a long way to have them roast my Green Coffee and they do a great job. Very king and gracious people. read more

Best place around to get good coffee and get some work done. It is very roomie with a variety of seating options (bar stools, tables & chairs, lounge chairs, outdoor seating). The owner is usually always there and all of the staff is very friendly. Regular sized drinks are about $4, which is pretty average. They also have a drive thru which is very convenient. I really enjoy coming here! read more

I love their pastries like scones and cinnamon buns. I like their lattes but I'm not crazy about their coffee per se something about the taste doesn't suit me. But very cool spot I always enjoy. One thing that does bother me is they pour my hot espresso over ice! I like there to be milk in my cup, than poured espresso & than the ice! read more

Best cappuccinos and scones I've ever had, made in house. My favorite coffee house in the world.

A breath of fresh air on the road A great place to get a coffee, tea or smoothie. Really nice selection of baked goods and also little "gifts" from the local area to add to your experience. You can stay for a while and use the wifi or just grab your java to go. Overall, it's more cosmopolitan than the local town with more healthy options and ability to cater to allergies or food sensitivities. Worth the stop off the highway for local or from afar. read more

The caramel macchiato is fabulous.... I love all the gluten free goodies and it's such a cute coffeeshop.

Awesome coffee drinks, and great bakery items! Get there earlier before they disappear for the day! Scones are awesome as well as the baked oats. Breakfast sandwiches large and tasty. Love their take home coffee they grind for us! read more

We were on a road trip and stopped for coffee and a smoothie and also had a triple berry healthy breakfast item. Everything was so delicious!!! I'd come here every day if I lived nearby!! read more

Best coffee amazing people. Highly recommend for scones, a bag of coffee or a quick cup.

We got a brownie and a walnut scone along with a Latte and a Mocha. It was delicious! The staff were so friendly! Will definitely return :)

Yuck. Overpriced coffee and barely edible food. Stay away from the awful gluten free varieties. I'd rather buy gluten free bread from Walmart than eat the stuff from here. They are always packed. I don't know why. Prob people without rate buds who like to waste money on stale coffee read more

A popular local spot. Good house-roasted coffee. Gluten-free and sprouted grain included in baked goods choices. Pre-made sandwiches - including my fav, turkey avocado on cranberry walnut bread. Get there EARLY for bacon-egg-cheese biscuits! Several seating choices, including covered porch out front. read more

I was looking for a place to grab some food and good coffee and this place was perfect! The baked goods were fantastic and I'm picky about well made food. The dark coffee was smooth and not too bitter. The staff was nice and offered me a sample of the coffee before I ordered it. Totally recommend! read more

Love love love this sweet place. We found it on vacation and I went every morning for an iced coffee and tomato basil cheddar scone! Must try, but get there early so you can get the pastries, when they sell out for the day that's it. read more

Best place in fifty miles! Easy on and off from I-26, great service, great coffee, scones are perfect. You can get breakfast and lunch there. The best place to meet up with friends over coffee, AND the perfect place to stop off when traveling I-26 between Asheville (north) and anywhere south on -26. Friends traveling through, but can't stop to visit? Have them meet you here for coffee and catch up. Plenty of space for quiet conversation. read more