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    Roast Rider Coffee + Tea

    4.1 (226 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    ROAST RIDER COFFEE + TEA ATMOSPHERE

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    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Heather B.

    I came across this cute coffee hot spot a few weeks ago. A friend of mine had already been there and raved about them. So while we were in the area, we stopped by. They helped her by giving her a recommendation on a beverage, which she was very grateful for. The fact that they took the time to guide her to a beverage for her liking was nice. I have been in this area numerous times shopping for new houseplants nearby, and never knew RRCT was nearby. I know now. The atmosphere is such a vibe. There is plenty of seating available. The two times I have been there I have seen customers working, meeting with people ect. The staff was always friendly while there. Helpful as well. The bathrooms were clean which is always a plus. I have been here twice now, and my drinks were always made to my liking. A perfect beverage to sip on while traveling back through the tunnel. My beverages were always made in a decent about of time. I have not tried any of the food, but I did purchase a caramel syrup the other week. That was a perfect addition to my in home coffee and tea set up. A lot of what they do is homemade which is fantastic. Their syrups are delicious and sold in store. If they do not have any bottled, they will do that for you. *This is a coffee shop that should not be compared to major coffee chains. They are better.

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    Dena W.

    Sipping Sunday Stop: Roast Rider - Great Name, Mid Coffee Next on our Sipping Sunday passport crawl: Roast Rider. Cool name, strong coffee vibes, and a line out the door--so we were hopeful. But unfortunately, the experience kinda... sputtered out. I left my passport book in the car but didn't want to lose my spot in line, so I skipped using the coupon. No big deal. I asked the barista for a rec, mentioned I'm a cold brew girl and like to try the monthly special. They offered up their cherry cold brew, which sounded interesting. I also grabbed a coffee cookie to round it out. But let's break it down... The cherry cold brew? Look, it had flavor--but it just didn't hit. Strong, but not in a good way. It felt like they used some syrup that overpowered the coffee instead of complementing it. Definitely missing something to balance it out--cream, sweetener, anything. The cookie was the real betrayal. Dry. Like, dusty dry. And those pretty flecks of coffee grounds baked in? They stayed in my mouth like I was chewing actual espresso. Texture: 0/10. It left me confused and thirsty. After trying both, I debated if I even wanted my passport stamped. But I'm committed, so yes--I went back out to the car, got my book, and made sure I got credit for the visit. Didn't even bother with the discount. This was for the record, not the reward. Now to be fair--they're dog-friendly (Lexi approved ), and they've got nice outdoor seating, which earns them some points. It's a cute spot. Chill vibe. But as far as the drink + treat combo? Roast Rider kinda roasted itself.

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    Kristen T.

    Ended up at this cute little coffeeshop on happenstance, and I am glad I came! The staff is super friendly and gave recommendations on the creamiest nondairy milk for my latte (oat). All of their house syrups are made from scratch, so I tried the caramel. It was delicious! They are a tad bit pricey even compared to Starbucks, but they are definitely worth another visit!

    Just not a good latte. For an $8 small iced latte, I'd expect higher quality. I ordered a small iced oat milk latte with half sweet flavor (strawberry). Couldn't taste ANY strawberry nor espresso. Basically tasted like slightly sweetened oat milk. I'd be happier if it at least tasted like an actual latte with no flavoring. The store also reeks of industrial cleaner. Pretty off putting. Won't be returning.

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    Leira S.

    I love the welcoming atmosphere of Roast Rider! It was my first time here and I always ask for the baristas recommendation! I ordered the Snow Day Latte which was the perfect balance of holiday flavors without the overwhelming sweetness.

    Claire H.

    I stopped by here before shopping at the Hilltop, and ordered their seasonal coffee (something along the lines of gingerbread). I got it with whole milk, and came out pretty fast. While I waited, they have sticky notes and pens for people to write down whatever and leave it. Now onto the coffee, it was pretty good but as someone who enjoys a bit of a stronger flavor, I preferred if there was more gingerbread to it. Other than that, it was actually perfect. The interior was very chill and seemed like a perfect place to get some work done or even meet up with some friends. Overall, highly recommend to stop by for a drink, especially before you start shopping at the Hilltop.

    Ethan A.

    Roast Rider Coffee is clean and spacious. I ordered an Iced Dirty Chai Latte that was solid - a great balance of spice and espresso without being too sweet.

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    Hannah W.

    Roast Rider is in the Laskin shopping area, easy to find and easy to park. Plenty of seating inside and a fun, unique style! The post-it notes with customers' messages add color and character. They have a fairly standard coffee menu but also offer several rotating specials. I tried a seasonal Cherries and Cream latte. It was to die for! Super smooth espresso, well-balanced flavors, not too sweet. Beautiful latte art as well! I paid $7.50 for my 12 oz drink and that included a 15% tip. A bit steep but that seems to be the going rate at coffee shops these days. Happily, the drink was truly excellent and I will definitely return.

    Jennifer N.

    A coffee shop that won't sell you coffee. I didn't get a chance to try their cortado because they stop selling espressos at 5pm. The shop's signs and website says it closes at 6pm. I told the young lady at the counter that I had drove 20 minutes out of my way to get here and that maybe not serving a coffee drink an hour before you close is something to put on your website. Her reply was, "Yeah I guess so." I not blaming the young lady. Management or owners should make it clear that a certain service is not provided after a certain time.

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    Nancy H.

    Cute atmosphere and nice spot to work. There is a decent amount of seating, with both indoor and outdoor options. They have a pretty good selection of food, although I didn't try anything. I got a latte, which was decent and expensive.

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    Yoonie L.

    I was running an errand in the area and after an hour of some heavy lifting in the hot sun, I was dying for a cold drink and a small snack. The search for the nearest coffee shop led me to Roast Rider Coffee +Tea (RRCT). I was on a time crunch, so unfortunately I didn't have much time to really enjoy the place, but the quick grab-and-go experience was a good intro for future visits. - Noms & Sips - *Chai - I was in a tea kind of mood that day. My go-to tea drink is a Chai, hot, iced, blended, dirty etc. I opted for iced. I loved their chai blend! Nice and spice-y and great milk and tea ratio. I also got cinnamon on top and that was a great addition, but I also love cinnamon and they sprinkled a generous amount. Personal tip: I always opt for whole milk for my Chais. If the milk is any skinnier, I feel like it makes the chai taste watery IMO. *Chocolate Coffee Scone - I was kind of hungry too, so I also grabbed one of these and they were fantastic! I believe they were vegan. Not sure if they make it in-house of if they get it from a local neighboring biz, but it was moist and dense. Great snack to tide me over before my late lunch. I loved the overall vibe of the place, open, bright, art murals, cool merch and most importantly, delicious sips and bites! Hopefully next time, I can stay awhile. Stay safe, Friends!

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    Jc S.

    Listen I drink coffee every single day. I've tried almost every shop in the Hampton roads area and C4 Columbia coffee and Roast Rider have to be that absolute worst. I understand it's a latte but put some more expresso . I'm drinking milk and syrup with no expresso. First the large isn't even that big to only taste like milk. I'm guessing y'all use 1 oz of expresso. Stop finessing people. Y'all are much better off going to. 17 hands, Badass coffee, high cup,American brew, black riffle. They actually know how to make a latte. Waste of my money fr spent 15 dollars just to have to go to another shop.

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    Grace C.

    This is a cool little coffee shop in the Shops at Hilltop. It is right next to a Taste location. There is lots of seating inside, and the staff is very friendly and willing to help with any questions you have. They have coffee, teas, pastries and cookies (lots vegan!), smoothies, and specials now and then for sandwiches and other food items. The price bracket here is a bit higher. Their food items and smoothies are quite pricey.. The smoothies were $11 and a sandwich special, the Jeggy, was around the same price. I attempted to order a smoothie but there was no customization to get no almonds, as I'm allergic, but the smoothies are pre-made. So.. I went for an oatmilk Hot Chocolate, and a Crunchy Hydration mango sparkling water. I really like the Crunchy brand. The hot chocolate took 5 minutes to come out. It was nice and hot. A lot of the chocolate had settled at the bottom and wasn't mixed in too well, but there was a good amount of chocolate flavor once I mixed it up. All in all, this is a pretty cool coffee shop! A little on the expensive side, but I love to support a small business. I'll be back to try their food!!

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