If you're ever in Lake Placid and need a caffeine fix with a side of cozy charm, Owl and Otter Espresso Co. is where you need to perch. My mocha with oat milk was everything I want in a coffee--smooth, chocolatey, and just the right amount of sweet, like a warm hug from an otter who moonlights as a barista. The blueberry scone? A buttery, crumbly little cloud with juicy bursts of berry that made me seriously consider ordering a second... you know, for "research." The shop itself feels like it stepped right out of a Pinterest board--woodsy, warm, and welcoming, with just enough personality to make you want to sit and stay awhile. It's the kind of place where you can sip slowly, people-watch, and convince yourself you're the main character in a quaint small-town novel. Bonus points for friendly service that makes you feel like a regular, even if it's your first visit. Whether you're starting your morning or sneaking in an afternoon treat, this is one of those rare spots where the drinks, bites, and vibe all hit just right. read more

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This was such a sweet discovery in the Journal Plaza on a recent visit to Lake Placid. There are two businesses here, the coffee and tea shop, Owl and Otter Espresso Co., and a gift store with a vintage vibe, the Local Yocal. Both are owned by Luke Haney and his mother Renee. The Local Yocal offers a variety of products, including local and Florida-made items, Lake Placid souvenirs, local honey, toys, seasonings, caned fruit and vegetables, jams, dressings, magnets, mugs, bags, stickers, and T-shirts. It was fun to explore all of the unique items on the wooden shelves. Children will love filling a box for $5 with all kinds of old fashioned candy. There were smarties, tootsie rolls, lollipops, and taffy. They also had gag gifts like Florida Flamingo Poop which is milk chocolate covered raisins. They even had old fashion stick candy for only 75 cents each. I loved how they had something for every price range. You may stop in with the intention of looking for a gift but you will be hard pressed not to leave with something for yourself. Connected by an open door to the Local Yocal is the charming Owl and Otter Espresso Co. coffee shop. The inside is elegantly decorated with crystal chandeliers, plush jewel tone chairs, marble walls, and tin ceilings. A glass case displays freshly baked bread and sweets. They offer specialty teas and coffees including gluten-free and organic. They also prepare charcuterie boards for their friends business next door, the Wine Down Bar & Shop. I ordered one of their most requested beverages, an iced Chai Tea which was the perfect refreshment on a sweltering day. Both the Local Yocal and Owl and Otter Espresso Co. coffee shop are such a great addition to downtown Lake Placid and Journal Plaza. If you are in the area, be sure and stop by for caffeination and nostalgic novelties. read more

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Such a cute spot in Lake Placid! This coffee shop is connected to a charming little store and a wine bar, making it a cozy and unique place to visit. My friend and I ordered matchas, and they were both pretty good. We also tried the blueberry cheesecake, and it was delicious! The barista was super friendly and even offered extra syrup when we mentioned we liked our drinks on the sweeter side. I'd definitely come back next time I'm in town! read more

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I wanted something like a frappe but got a tumeric, ginger chai tea on the rocks. It was a little watery probably because I got it with too much ice and should have specified a little ice but it was quite refreshing and something my throat needed at the time. They had some Christmas flavors that I should have tried but having an itchy throat thought this tumeric one would work better. They seemed to also have quite a crowd from the Saturday farmers market. read more

Food always good , coffee is great as Well . Will Be going back yet again .always great friendly as always read more

The brisket sandwich I had was on ciabatta with melted havarti & toasted & served with greens. The coffee was excellent! read more

My husband and I purchased 2 very old and stale lemon filled donuts at the Lake Placid, Fl location about 30 mins ago, they were so old that the yellow lemon filling had turned a dark yellow, very sticky and gooey, not the usual fresh bright light lemon filling. Both donuts were so stale that the outer ends were tough and stiff. This was our 3rd visit and our last. We moved here from Pensacola and "NEVER" bought any stale donuts from any of their stores I would go to. All three times we waisted our money, and had to throw away donuts. This has no reflection on thier employees as they are wonderful, it's the week old donuts you pick up from other locations to sell to rural towns like Lake Placid,Fl obviously! read more

Best cup of coffee ever!!! Americana!! The employees are so pleasant!! The croissants I buy for breakfast when I'm having company-they're the real thing. read more

This is not a coffee shop, but a caffeinated life experience. First, the coffee is terrific. Second, the tables and chairs are comfortable. The decor is upscale and soothing and the very light classical or instrumental music adds to the ambiance of the shop.Oh, the staff are awesome too! This is an excellent example of what a coffee shop should be. Prices are a tad high, but worth it. read more

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Lady doing a great job. Good croissants and excellent coffee. Nice selection of books. Clean and comfortable and cute. Highly recommend.

I got a hot chocolate but it wasn't very chocolate Also got pecan pie & it was good Place was very busy on market day read more

Very good coffee and expresso, croissants, tasty desserts, take away dishes and gf muffins and cake slices. Finally a nice coffee shop in Lake Placid. read more

Owl & otter espresso company, great place to go to. very welcoming atmosphere. A lot of good gluten-free options. And the prices are definitely reasonable for the quality of product they sell. Recommend the crustless quiche if one likes spice and seasoning. Gluten-free. Enjoy the people and the staff. read more

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So we got coffee, salsa desserts and more.... No we didn't expect this at Lake Placid but definitely it should be an stop here ... the quality is excellent and the service superb. Bravo for the owner who created this coffee paradise ... in case you want wine there is wine as well !!! read more

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Best coffee shop in the county! Very friendly staff. Delicious pastries and flatbreads. Get something to eat and enjoy the Journals Plaza.

Came in from out of town and we stumbled upon this place. The coffee was great! I had an iced cold brew

Stopped by this relatively new business to grab a cold brew medium coffee on a toasty Lake Placid afternoon. Was a little surprised to learn that a medium was over five dollars. However, I thought if it's better than Dunkin' Donuts it's worth the extra money. When I got home and looked at my receipt, I was shocked to see that I was billed an extra $1 dollar for the half-and-half creamer that I requested in the coffee. Not sure if other people take a look at the receipt but you might want to check and see how being charged for all of these extras can add up overtime. Definitely will not go back again, and will give my cold brew business to Dunkin' Donuts - where they do not charge you for cream, no matter how many you ask for! read more

It's the new kid in town & it's awesome! Great coffee & vibe, friendly service. I give it five lattes! read more

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We got a sneak peek of a sweet coffee place. We really like the atmosphere and nice interior. This place looks like it will be a good place to study or chill with friends. I'm not much of a coffee drinker, so the barista recommended a tasty drink for me. My husband loves coffee and he approved. The barista hooked it up! If you're up for a fresh place with beautiful architecture and yummy drinks then this is a must to visit. read more

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Wonderful vibe and courteous staff, and a great cup of coffee! It's rather new to Lake Placid, recommend to all neighbors and folks visiting. Sit inside or enjoy the garden. read more

Wow! Best Latte I ever had and best chocolate croissant I've ever had. The croissants are big enough to share, so bring a friend.

Our son recently got married in Lake Placid. Owl and Otter provided our welcome party with with various flat breads and a large charcuterie tray. It was a wonderful addition to our event. The presentation was exquisite AND delicious. The service was timely and impeccable. I highly recommend them for any event you have as well as for any meal. The sandwiches are also very tasty and the brownies are unbelievable. A great experience for us and for our guests ( which were 100+ ) Shannon Castor read more

The Dirty chai was delicious, a little on the higher side price-wise but it's no biggie, the atmosphere was clean and the service was very friendly. I recommend read more

Very unique, stylish shop that has a welcoming atmosphere and great coffee. One of the staff members, Luke, was friendly and attentive to our needs. We will most definitely be back. read more

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Unbelievably expensive, it was already overpriced, now they hiked up the prices even more, almost $10 for a medium iced mocha, never ever paid anywhere close to that at any other coffee shop. They charge you for everything, the coffee, the syrups, the milk, the cup, the straw, The whip cream, I mean everything is a charge. Even if you order a drink that is built like the mocha latte, they charge you the mocha latte then start charging for the mocha and the milk. I thought that was so odd as the drink was already built, they built the drink to order so why he was charging again without me asking for extras was so weird. People need to watch out for this coffee shop, they will take advantage of you. I walked out, I'm not paying $10 for a cup of coffee. Once a church paid ahead of time for an event the church held in that plaza and this coffee shop took advantage of the church people and was charging them for what was supposed to be free coffee. And some of the workers have attitudes too, like who are these people? This is a small town with people who work hard and most do not have $9/$10 on the daily for a cup of joe in the afternoon.m. They will not get my money! Bad, unethical business. Not sure how they will be able to last, especially when all of the snowbirds leave town. Very very bizarre and I hope they didn't jack up their prices for this weekend to take advantage of the people going to the little country fair the town was having like come on seriously? Bad business period! read more

Place is fabulous ,coffee the best, food yummy and the general store connected is a step back in time. So many choices of candies taffies, toys, gifts, honey and even a gator head. You can even find to purchase a Kermit's famous Key Lime Pie on a stick!! This is a must stop when traveling in south central Florida-Lake Placid, Florida. read more

Friendly, clean, and tasty! Just opened and already a wonderful place to recharge with tasty beverages and baked goods.

I was so excited to have a new coffee shop open in lake placid and I was not disappointed! The atmosphere is so inviting and clean, and the quality of the service was great! I got a medium vanilla latte and can say it was amazing! House made vanilla was smooth and flavorful. I will say that the coffee was very strong but delicious so keep that in mind . read more