Lunch in downtown Augusta can go in a lot of directions, but today we wanted something inexpensive,…read morelocal in spirit, and fresh enough to feel like a small reset in the middle of the day. Yelp nudged us toward New Moon Cafe, and while the signage from the street is minimal enough that we almost walked past it, we eventually found our way inside and were glad we did. At 12:30 on a Saturday the timing worked in our favor. We stepped right up to the counter with no queue at all, placed our order, and settled in. By the time our food arrived about fifteen minutes later, the line had grown to the point where people were waiting nearly that long just to order, which gave the whole place that lively, slightly chaotic weekend energy without ever feeling rushed. Mrs. K chose the smoked salmon bagel, which came out panini pressed, a small twist on a classic that she enjoyed. I am still keeping things keto, so the chef's salad with blue cheese was exactly what I needed, a generous portion that felt balanced and satisfying without pushing me off track. They offer plenty of coffee drinks and smoothie combinations, but we kept things simple and were perfectly happy with our choices. There is outdoor seating if that is your preference, and the whole experience had that relaxed, local charm that makes Augusta lunches feel unhurried even when the dining room is filling up around you. [Review 208 of 2026 - 909 in Georgia - 25397 overall]

Came on a super busy day for the crew on Ironman race day. The crew worked so hard and was patient…read moreand kind with customers even though they were so busy. This place has an excellent menu with breakfast and lunch options and something to suit different needs. I was excited to know they had gluten free bread options. I ordered the honey crunch bagel (peanut butter, Granny Smith apples, honey and granola--no granola for me though) on gluten free. It comes as a gluten free roll. I was shocked by how something so simple was so delicious. I ordered a side of bacon--seemed to be more like the consistency of microwave bacon but I was just grateful to have a protein option outside of eggs. I also ordered a decaf iced caramel latte with coconut milk. Their regular caffeinated iced lattes are made with their cold brew. If you are someone without food allergies, their pastry case looked AMAZING. Highly recommend for breakfast, brunch or lunch!

Awesome lunch here with a dear friend, and we both truly enjoyed it. We each had the small yellow…read morejacket salad and 1/2 a chicken salad croissant. Very yummy! Ice tea had a wonderful light flavor. I will probably come back in the hot summer time for the ice tea alone. 5 stars! Highly recommend!

Great space to hangout inside or outside. Large menu. Pina Colado latte was nothing special. But…read morethe Magnolia Sunrise was delicious! Our drinks came out quickly.

Visiting from NJ... found this little gem on Yelp. When we ordered, the friendly staff told us they…read morehad just been slammed with online orders that involved allergies and gave us an estimated wait time. Our food was out faster than expected! Hot and delicious! Definitely worth the wait!

I've had the turkey croissant and the grilled cheese. Both were tasty. The peach jam in the grilled…read morecheese was awesome. Everything is fresh. I deducted on star since it's a bit pricey for a sandwich and there's no side that comes with the sandwich.

My personal favorite was the who longed tea, the jasmine strawberry tea, the jasmine tea with the…read morecheese foam was quite interesting.I just couldn't get him on how salty it tasted at first. So then I tried the sticky rice with the monk and beans.It was interesting but something I don't think I could get around. then there was the grilled chicken banh sandwich was good, but in other places it was really soft to eat. And it didn't really taste that well. And then I have the beef gyoza and the spring rolls, they were the best part of it it's like the lemon raspberry tea.I purchased was delicious . One of the best things I love about.This place is the service if anytime.If they had run out of food or drinks, they would actually contact you through doordash.And ask if you want to substitute anything for it.I love this place greatly. I would personally get it again.

Two stars for having an oat milk option. I ordered a sandwich and matcha and both were a little…read moreoff. The bread had a strange smell like cleaning products or floral air freshener and the tea had more of a musty taste than a detectable matcha taste on first sip. It seems like there are some food storage issues or maybe the sandwich wrappers are stored next to cleaning chemicals or cutting boards are cleaned with an extremely strong smelling dish soap? I unfortunately had to throw away the sandwich halfway through because the air freshener flavor became overpowering, it was a shame because it seemed like it was made with fresh and high quality ingredients. The matcha was pretty good once I mixed in the fruit layer.

A unique location, but very inviting and homey!…read more I came here years ago when I lived here, and since I'm visiting the area, I decided to drop by! I ordered their seasonal drink, the purple oasis, and was surprised by how well the flavors worked together! I also ordered a bacon egg and cheese bagel sammie, which was decent, but filling :) before leaving, I picked up some beans and a sticker to take home. I highly recommend for your next study session or catch-up with friends!

There are coffee shops designed to make you feel comfortable, and then there are places that simply…read moreare. Buona Caffe is the latter. Sitting along busy Central Avenue, it's actually pretty easy to pass right by if you aren't looking for it. From the outside, it looks like what it is -- an old Augusta bungalow that found a second life as a neighborhood coffeehouse. Walk inside, though, and something happens. Everything slows down. The rooms are small. The furniture doesn't necessarily match. The chairs look like thousands of people have already found their favorite position in them. There's a porch, little tables tucked into different spaces, and none of it feels staged or designed to manufacture some trendy "coffeehouse aesthetic." In fact, I noticed something while sitting here: I don't see electrical outlets conveniently positioned at every table. I don't see a sea of laptops. Instead, I hear locals talking about doctor appointments, seeing the grandkids this weekend, and how ridiculously hot Augusta has been. People are simply here. I came in expecting to grab a coffee and leave. I have places to go and things to do today. But I sat down. Then I started looking around. Then I realized I didn't really want to leave. At some point they had probably been calling my drink for several minutes and I hadn't even noticed. And then I ordered a second coffee. That might be the best review I can give Buona Caffe. The coffee itself is absolutely on point. The staff knows what they're serving, makes thoughtful recommendations and genuinely seems to care about getting it right. But what makes this place special is everything surrounding the cup. It almost feels like they don't completely realize what they have here -- or maybe they do and simply have no desire to make it anything more than what it already is. As this part of Augusta continues to grow, with new homes and businesses coming into the area, I hope places like Buona Caffe remain exactly as they are. Sometimes you need a place between where you've been and wherever you have to go next. Somewhere neutral where you can sit down, let a little time pass, decompress and breathe before heading back out onto Central Avenue. Buona Caffe is that place.

This spot is our favorite place for coffee and daytime bites in downtown Aiken. Roxi my medical…read moreservice dog from Roxi's Ranch loves it just as much as I do. If you're a frequent coffee drinker, their refill cup deal is unbeatable at only $1.25. The breakfast sandwich is genuinely one of the best around. The bread is always fresh, and everything is made to order with real care. The staff is wonderful friendly to both locals and folks visiting from out of town and the steady lines just prove how popular the place is. While you're there, take a moment to check out the local artwork and stickers. There are some surprisingly interesting pieces. It can get a little noisy when the blender kicks on, but the back section stays nice and quiet. If I really enjoy the cup of coffee I'm drinking, I'll pop next door and buy the beans. Always a nice bonus. If you see Roxi you are welcome to ask to pet her. You might even get a lick.

No good, waste of time and money. Aikens coffee scene is abysmal…read more Slow service, no welcoming, and political

For me, I am glad I tried this location now.As it was actually close.When I was doing my…read moredoordashing personally, I love the Matcha Green tea, the Rose Lemonade, the lychee green tea the Peach Orange tea and the Tropical fruit tea. the new one called Raspberry Matcha and I tried the egg coffee for the first time.All of these were really great.I enjoyed every bit of em. Once the french orange green tea I tried the grilled meatball sandwich.I like that one a lot better.The grilled chicken sandwich, though, wasn't particularly good.It was a little soft too soft and not particularly have enough taste with it. but I enjoyed every bit of it. I can't complain. The fried chicken wings were actually pretty good. As well, a little tough but still delicious. The service was amazing here.I mean, especially when you order through doordash is actually practically easy just to get your stuff.No problem. I look forward to recommending this to all my friends and family.

Customer Service is Top Tier! First Time Here But Definitely Not My Last! That Coffee Was Delicious…read moreand Refreshing; Perfect Amount of Sweetness and Coffee Merging. The Vibe Inside Is Very Relaxing and Chill. The Young Lady Taking Orders Was Great At Suggestions.

Was pleasantly surprised to find a second food truck in the parking lot when I went to pick up my…read morepastries and donuts from Sheila's Baking Co. Food truck in Aiken this Friday so thought I'd check it out. It's a speciality coffee food truck and everything sounded delicious. They had a special seasonal menu so I decided to try the "Oh My Gourd" coffee. Oh my gourd, it was delicious and went quite nicely with my pastry. Hope they are here every Friday!

Great service. Nice vibes! The barista was really nice to talk with. The lighting was a bit harsh…read morebehind the bar area but it didn't affect us at all.