From the moment you walk through the door, you're greeted with genuine aloha and some of the…read morefriendliest staff you'll ever meet. The atmosphere is bright, welcoming, and relaxing, with soaring vaulted ceilings, a gorgeous stone fireplace, plenty of natural light, and air conditioning that makes it the perfect place to escape the Tennessee heat. They even have a covered porch with fans and café lighting if you'd rather enjoy your coffee outside. The beachy Hawaiian vibe is unlike anything else around. It's peaceful, inviting, and a wonderful place to study, catch up with friends, work remotely, or simply unwind with a great cup of coffee. The coffee is outstanding. Mahalo roasts their own beans, and you can absolutely taste the difference. Every cup is smooth, rich, and full of flavor. My favorite is the decaf, which has delicious notes of cocoa and toasted marshmallow, but I've enjoyed several of their regular coffees too. They also offer great milk options, including Califia Farms almond and oat milk, along with traditional milk, cream, and other alternatives. The drive-thru is quick and convenient, making it easy to grab a coffee on the go, but I highly recommend spending a little time inside because the space is so inviting. Their merchandise is also adorable! The shirts, hats, mugs, and bags of freshly roasted coffee make it hard to leave without taking something home. If you're anywhere near Knoxville and looking for an incredible local coffee shop, Mahalo Coffee is absolutely worth the stop. Between the exceptional coffee, beautiful space, amazing staff, and genuine hospitality, it's the kind of place you'll want to visit again and again. Mahalo truly brings a little slice of Hawaii to East Tennessee. Highly recommend!

Aloha beachy vibes and great coffee! Hey, don't forget about the bagels! They even have GF options!…read moreI love that ! Super niche coffee shop!

I wanted to grab a delicious breakfast this Valentine's Day, and since I was right across at Fisher…read moreTire, I was watching all of the people flooding into Rami's Cafe. At around 11:00 am, I walked over and grabbed a seat at the bar, because all of the other tables and booths were filled with happy diners. On one side of the menu you have your breakfast, and the other has everything you'd want for lunch. I started with my usual cup of coffee, and then opted for the two eggs, toast and bacon. For a place that was packed, my food didn't take very long to come out. Everything was delicious, and I especially loved that they had an option for marble rye toast. Sally, my waitress, was the sweetest. She took great care of me and made sure my first time here was perfect!! I also loved their hanging lights and sweet Valentines decor, which was a nice touch. I will certainly be back, and hats off again to you Sally!!

Nice quality food indeed. The setting is a nicely refurbished bar and the setting is quaint. Food…read moreis up fairly quickly and the quality is top notch. The staff are easily 5 stars. There is sufficient quantity within the meal and for the price its a very good value. Parking is limited (BUT it's an old neighbourhood bar) and so patience is required. Its clean and bright inside. Well worth a return visit.

Situated perfectly a few doors down from Bear Den Books, Treetop is both a mobile coffee truck…read more(we've seen them out-and-about around town) and this brick and mortar awesomeness. Inside, it has a touch of 70's flair and midcentury pizzazz in a small but serene space. Seating is limited, with a few cozy seating spots and many bar seats and low-top tables. The wi-fi was rockin' and many outlets being put to good, techie use. The barista warmly greeted us and quickly got to work with our creations-a cold brew and a hot latte. There is a $1 upgrade for dairy alternatives and any sugar and sweetener is in a self-serve area, not added into the drink (although the barista asked me if that's okay, thus, I think she would have added if I preferred that). They have sugar and stevia, as an FYI for anyone who wants/needs a different option. They have a few baked treats and a few seasonal coffee flavors and add-in flavors and beyond that, the drink menu is simplistic. My latte was the creamiest, foamiest latte in all the land. The coffee itself was a touch more bitter than we like but we were able to doctor it up nicely with stevia. Cute spot with a lovely view of the surrounding, scenic neighborhood.

Our order: seasonal latte and cold brew…read more I typically am not one for foam but this latte got me. Beyond its beautiful aesthetics, the milky layer provided a rich and nutty sweetness that complemented the dark and earthy tones of the espresso. The cold brew was quite the adventure, taking in every layer, one at a time. What started out as subtle sweetness quickly turned into a cacao aroma and ended at citrus tartness. Small but mighty brick and mortar shop in a quaint neighborhood across from a church and lined with other local businesses. Bar stools, lounge chair, work bench, they've got it all. Certainly a hidden gem in residential Knoxville. So glad we stopped by!

Wrenhouse Bakery is such a good little spot. Got a latte with cold foam--super smooth and not…read moreoverly sweet (big win). The cookie was also really solid, and I love that they rotate their baked goods with different themes each month so there's always something new to try. Also found out they do food trucks on Monday nights, which is honestly such a vibe. Definitely coming back to grab a coffee and check that out.

Finally stopped by Wren House this past weekend. I loved the pretty landscape art on the walls…read more(that's for sale) and the live plants decorating the bakery making it very homey and inviting. I ordered myself a cappuccino and a strawberry cheese croissant. My better half got the chocolate croissant. We both asked for the croissants to be warmed up a bit, and they were just perfection. The service was friendly and as inviting as the space itself. My cappuccino that I had here is now one of my favorites in all of Knoxville. I love the enclosed porch area where we sat and enjoyed every bite of our croissants, and already can't wait for the next weekend when we're back.

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

Cute spot near downtown Knoxville…read more 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.

New to the area I passed this place several times and popped in on a rainy day for a hot cup of…read morecoffee. I had the rolls gold and it was super yummy. Cute place nice atmosphere with rooms you can sit and enjoy your coffee or work on your computer. I wish they had some nibbles. I would've loved to have a pastry or something while I was eating my coffee.

So cute! Flowers and coffee, what more could you ask for? I got a rosewood latte which was pretty…read moregood. They had good flavor options. Minimal food options besides bagels but I think being able to get flowers her makes it more unique. You could build your own bouquet and relax with plenty of seating inside.

Remedy is always a great study and work spot! However, bring headphones cause it is one large open…read morespace! The large windows and bright light by the front really helps me focus. They are often busy and today was no exception. Yet, the staff was very patient and friendly! I had no issues whatsoever. The coffee was delicious and the perfect temp (no lukewarm warm coffee here). The one downside can be the parking. Its street parking only and it fills up fast. It can be a little bit of a walk but not bad! There is accessible handicap parking near the entrance though. I hope you enjoy!

Did the job for a WFCoffeeshop while I was in town…read more I got the Pink Water Skooma (peppercorn, orange blossom, and honey) with oatmilk. It was good, didn't blow me away. I will say though, I loved the open area and the WiFi.

While in Knoxville we found this cute coffee shop tucking into a small plaza. I love that it was…read moresuper easy to get to. Plus they had ample parking. Side note the walk up window was so cute. Immediately upon walking in I was in awe. The attention to detail in this shop was top tier design. The ladies working when we went were so sweet and very helpful. I also really love the swag that they have. I am kicking myself for not buying the denim hat! Now onto the coffee. I tried the Blueberry Crisp Latte. The notes of the blueberry were good. Not overpowering and just the right bit of top and bottom. I love to taste the flavor as a finishing note as well. My daughter had a Vanilla Frappe which she enjoyed. I definitely will return whenever I am in Knoxville.

How in the world have I not been here yet until now?! I blame only myself, ha…read more What a great morning treat - I stopped by here recently to network with a local colleague and thought the conversation would be what I enjoyed the most - HOWEVER, the "Cinnamoon" coffee distracted me with every sip! The staff was super friendly, the inside was super clean, all the things you'd hope for in a coffee shop. It was also nice to not feel herded along like you would at a Starbucks or donut shops that happen to sell coffee. I cannot vouch for any other flavors yet, I need more time to really get into it - see you soon! Get here!