Shenandoah Joe is a cozy coffee shop in a Charlottesville strip mall. My boyfriend and I stopped here for some coffees and a cookie after my appointment at UVA. I had a hot vanilla latte and he had an iced latte. Our drinks were ready pretty quickly and we settled in at a two-top by the window. It seemed like a popular spot for students, as there was a large group next to us on the couch area. Bathroom generally had a line during our visit, but it was clean. Prices were reasonable. Service was prompt. read more

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Comfortable spot with very good coffee. A bit slow, but probably just small town speed. People that work there were great.

I like non-big box artsy coffee houses like this. Take your time. Sip a nice roasted brew and get away from it all briefly. read more

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Cute little cafe with different seating options. It was fairly busy when I got there but luckily a table opened up to sit at. Great place to do work, cozy. I got an iced dirty chai with almond milk, basically $10 which for the price I don't think was super great but not bad. I would come back for the atmosphere though and try a different drink. read more

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Great coffee shop with a lot of seating. I love their iced chais and would definitely recommend! Unfortunately, this is the type of coffee shop where you leave smelling like coffee, so if you're not into that, maybe take your order to go. read more

Very Rude service -and worst Chai I have had in a long time, with all the wonderful coffee shops in Charlottesville I will be taking my business elsewhere! This was a reminder why I have not been here in a while and will not be back again. read more

Great coffee, but majority pour overs so expect to wait. Love that you can select from various roasts. I'm a medium or blonde roast guy myself, thanks for asking! Daughter is gluten free, they actually had an almond thing that fit the bill. Latte, 12 oz black coffee, and almond thing totaled $15 -- not bad for a Java infused Daddy/daughter date. Plenty of parking in shared lot, free wifi, and restroom on site. read more

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Nice coffee shop with good seating. Good selection of coffees. Guy behind the counter made us two good pour-overs. Definitely superior to Starbucks! read more

Nice place very quaint coffee shop. Coffee was excellent. Service was good. Needs more seating. Overall, we enjoyed it.

Favorite coffee shop in Charlottesville. Cute and cozy inside. Good coffee. Nice place to study if that's your thing, or to catch up with friends. I was happy with the vanilla latte I recently ordered. read more

Shenandoah Joe- Ivy - Vanilla Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Sensational coffee and they made me the most beautiful swan latte! It was almost too pretty to drink! read more

Shenandoah Joe- Ivy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Shenandoah Joe's is my favorite coffee shop in Charlottesville. They have a diverse range of espressos and coffee beans. I always get an iced lavender oatmilk latte and I find that the coffee taste isn't too overpowered by the milk or the syrup. Both locations are great but I love the coziness of the Ivy location, which makes it a great place to catch up with friends and study during a rainy day. read more

Shenandoah Joe- Ivy - a cup of iced coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

We got cold brews after a hike and they tasted really watered down and were super creamy. I would ask for very easy milk if you prefer to taste the coffee. Or ask to put it in yourself. I've been to better coffee shops in Cville. Friendly staff. read more

Shenandoah Joe- Ivy - Iced coffee with milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

We visited Joe's while on a weekend trip to C'ville. It was very easy to find near UVA and there was a private parking lot in the shopping center, but the building looked pretty old and rundown. Inside, however, we really liked the decor and ambiance, except the furniture arrangement.. it made the line cause bottlenecks and people couldn't get around. I was very surprised that decaf coffee wasn't an option and we didn't see any descriptions of the flavors. When I ordered my latte, I wasn't asked about options, like milk type, add-ins, flavors, etc. I asked a few questions, but the vibe I was getting was 'hurry up and move'. There was a really long line, but this was my first visit. I planned to order a pastry with my latte. Although there was an entire list of pastries offered, and the online photos looked delicious, the case was all but empty. So, we skipped the pastries, ordered coffee, and looked for a place to sit, but there weren't any available tables. Almost all of the tables were two or four tops and were being occupied by single people. It looked more like a study hall than a coffee shop. Some smaller, configurable tables and chairs could help make more places to sit. The entire time we were waiting, which was quite a while, the barista was complaining, very loudly, about steam wand issues, dealing with stress, "going crazy", etc. He was kind of scary. And my latte tasted very burnt, so it wasn't worth the stress, the wait or the money. Also, if you have to go potty, go ASAP. There was one, single, unisex restroom and the wait was looooong, especially with all that caffeine knocking on your bladder. IMHO, I saw Yelp had quite a few highly rated coffee shops in the area, so if I were visiting C'ville again, I'd probably try somewhere else. read more

Came here to reward myself after moving my stuff. All I can say is that I am glad I came. The atmosphere here is very relaxed and the coffee is also very good. I ordered a hibiscus iced tea with a cookie witha fruit filling. My friend ordered a latte. The drinks were both beyond our expectations (the lattee had a nice aromatic flavor and thr tea was really refreshing). The cookie also was delicious. I would highly recommend coming here. read more

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Great coffee and nice staff! I appreciated that they open at a normal coffee shop hour, unlike other local places (looking at you, Petite Marie Bette!) The space itself is a little well-worn, but it felt cozy. It was bustling with customers, so get there early! read more

Pretty good coffee and nice people. Support local coffee shops. Place to do work also

Are you a coffee snob or do you prefer a coffee shop experience that isn't mainstream? This is your heaven. A place where speed of delivery is replaced with quality - freshly ground coffee, higher end filters, and a dedicated friendly staff member in charge of the pour over station. Want to read a book or do work as well? The environment is ultra relaxing, charming and cool! Had I lived here, this would be my go-to place. read more

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I absolutely love this place! My favorite coffee shop ever! Every drink I have ordered has been perfect. The barista recognizes me and is so pleasant to speak with. The store is comfortable with beautiful plants. read more

Stopped in for a cup of Joe on our ride back to DC. Very friendly baristas, talkative and engaging. The coffee was phenomenal and trust me I know my coffee. So good bought a coffee mug to take back home to the west coast. And..... to top it all off they have free YES FREE stickers! Can't wait to put it on my truck read more

The Shenandoah Joe - Ivy location is probably one of the best total coffee experiences you can find in Charlottesville. Here are three reasons why I say that: (1) You have a higher probability of finding parking here, in contrast to some of the other coffee shops around the area. (2) They only do pour overs and espresso drinks - which may not be convenient for the "grab and go" type of customer - but I always like to sit down and enjoy a decent cup of coffee. (3) The atmosphere and ambience is great with decent amounts of seating. It doesn't try to be something more than a coffee shop, and it doesn't have a grunge factor that might make you want to go to another coffee shop. My only thing is that the consistency of quality with Shenandoah Joe is lacking, whether it's the roast of the beans or the manner in which the pour overs are brewed. You can order one of the single origins one week, order the exact same thing the next week, and have a totally different experience with your coffee. read more

Whether it's the atmosphere of dark coffee shop floors with cozy study nooks and pendent lighting, or the artful pour over technique used by their baristas... I have to say I am a fan. Shanandoah Joe's is a good pick for days when I'm in the mood to linger. I like their detailed chalk board menus, the extremely accessible condiment bar by the door, and the relaxed feel of the place. From the cold brews, to the mocha, and then to a few espresso mixes, I'd say they have a consistently solid coffee. Depending on your style, they have a variation of smooth to rich and dark blends that will keep you happy and alert. I also really appreciate their free coffee cards located at the register that when completed, lead to a savory and free reward! read more

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It's a raining day and I didn't want to be stuck at home. Shenandoah joe is one of C'ville locals' favorite. After living here for a year, I can't believe it's my first time discovering this piece of jewel! Great coffee, very cosy decor and seats. Absolutely love it and will come back! read more

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This place receives raves for their coffee, but I prefer tea. I ordered their breakfast tea in a real mug with saucer. I arrived before it opened and partially chose this place because it received nice reviews and it opened at 6:30am. Besides light-colored wooden tables with 2 padded chairs, choose from a settee or an upholstered chair with an old end table, outdoor black iron tables and chairs and inside tables seating six. I'm loving their floors with reclaimed wood and their 3 staff members were friendly. There's ample parking right outside their door, too. Oh, and my change went flying over the countertop, so a barista bent down and picked it up for me. Visit here for polite, thoughtful baristas, reasonable prices, unique setting, single origin, dark roast, espresso or decaf coffees. read more

Shenandoah Joe- Ivy - Their ever changing coffee menu board. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

I love Shenandoah Joe with a passion and the Ivy location is my favorite. Though it gets crowded on the weekend, it's a super cozy and relaxing place to study and enjoy a quality cup of coffee. My go-to drink is their iced mocha, which is much stronger than those I've had elsewhere. They strike the perfect balance between the bitterness of the espresso and the sweetness of the chocolate. A few tips: -If you get jittery from too much caffeine, stay away from the large iced mocha which has four shots of espresso -Grab a customer loyalty card (10 stamps gets you a free drink) -Try the chocolate chip cookies As a recent grad, Shenandoah Joe is one of the many reasons I'll miss Charlottesville. I'm waiting on them to expand to Northern Virginia! read more

The establishment doesn't look like much from the outside; I would've overlooked getting coffee here, had my friend not recommend giving this place a try. However, Shenandoah Joe's been my go-to coffee shop! I love the shop's ambiance & its cozy setup. The staff's friendly & I'm thoroughly appreciative of their choice of playlists. This location definitely has more space than the one on the Corner. Overall, it's a great place to meet up with friends, relax, or study! I'm going to rave about the simple latte that I ordered today- I think it was the best latte I've ever had. From previous experiences at other coffee shops, I tend to be disappointed with the foam on top because they're usually flat or annoying to drink. However, the foam on today's latte was as delicious as it was gorgeous! The thickness and creaminess of my latte was luxurious. I was impressed! Their regular coffee is great as well. The blends I've tried were bold & stimulating- the way all coffee should taste. I'm thinking of purchasing a bag or two of their blends the next time I stop by! read more

Best coffee in Charlottesville I'll coffee selections are either pour overs or espressos or espresso related drinks read more

Shenandoah Joe- Ivy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Really limited selection, extremely rude staff. I tipped them but only out of habit. Is tip regret a thing? Would not return.

Super cute little spot! We were stopping in Charlottesville on our way to Outer Banks and had to find a local coffee shop to get our morning caffeine fix. They had a great selection of single origin blends if you'd like a simple cup of coffee. They also have some pretty delicious cold brew! We actually should have gotten a growler to take with us. The baristas were also extremely friendly and I heard them greeting several regulars while we were there. My only "complaint" is that I didn't love the croissant that we got, but I do like that they promote and sell local pastries! read more

Shenandoah Joe- Ivy - A pretty delicious cold brew from Shenandoah Joe! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Great coffee! Really strong and I love that they filter it when you order. Also with that being said, it also takes awhile, so like all good things...it takes time. read more

What a great little coffee shop! The iced coffee is like none I've ever tasted. It has a smooth, slight hint of berry, aftertaste that is delicious. The almond 'pound cake' (they didn't call it poundcake, but I can't remember what they did call it) was a perfect snack as well. read more

This is not a typical Yelp review but bear with me... My husband travels for work and was going to be in Charlottesville for his 40th birthday; we just had a baby and I know leaving was especially hard this time so I wanted to make sure his day was a little special, even if he did have to work. I reached out to Shennandoah Joe to see if they could help - my husband loves coffee, and that's putting it mildly; he roasts his own codes at home and its a total coffee snob - so I was hoping to have some sort of gift delivered with coffee beans and a latte to keep him going. I was put in contact with Dave who took my idea and ran with it. He put together an amazing gift box with roasted beans - that he can grind while on the road - and green beans - that he can roast when he comes home. Dave was incredibly helpful and had no problem delivering to the John Paul Jones Arena, which is where my husband was working that day. My husband loved the gift box that Dave put together and he said that the latte was great! Thanks so much! read more

Shenandoah Joe- Ivy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Great place...warm and cozy with friendly staff and delish drinks! On a Sunday morning I met a coffee date and it was the perfect location for being able to chat and get to know someone without feeling like you are in a hectic/chain-like coffee shop. And...they have booths!!! I LOVE booths! They also have a small seating area with plush chairs (this space seemed to be occupied with laptop folks. While I can't attest to their coffee drinks, their soy chai was to-die-for!!! If you are in C'ville or driving through and need a pick me up, I recommend you check out Shen Joe's. Cheers! read more

I hate to kill the vibe here, but we weren't that impressed with the coffee. Yes, the ambiance is nice in terms of setting, but the coffee is just above average to our tastes. To us, it has the burned roasted taste of Starbuck's coffee. It's not smooth. It has an edge no matter what grind we put on it. We travel a lot telecommuting from our RV, so we seek out local eateries/coffee houses and have a top of the line grinder and brewer in the rig. This could be considered a snarky comment now. Almost everyone here was staring at a screen with earbuds in their heads. It was creepy. It was as quiet as a library with those without earbuds almost whispering to each other. I get a certain percentage of folks living on the internet anywhere, but what happened to conversation and interaction in the East? We've not lived here in about six years, and this is not a change for the better. Maybe we hit an off night, but isn't having a nice cup of tea or coffee coupled best with good friends and conversation? read more

My complaint about this place is that they close the doors early. What's the point of a coffee shop that closes at 4pm? On one of the Sundays, I decided to study at a coffee shop, so I picked Shenandoah Joe for a change of pace. I got a cup of mediocre coffee and pulled out my laptop to study in the middle of the afternoon around 3:15pm. They closed on me at 4pm and didn't even finish my coffee. The coffee is also nothing special, but they have Starbucks prices. I recommend going to Barnes and Noble at Barrack road since they are open until 11pm and have Starbucks coffee. read more

This is a very Virginian Cafe close to some grad student housing that I discovered a few months ago. They have typical drinks and various deserts. Best part? Rather quiet place where you can come to read a book or do some work. Recommended! read more

I met a co-worker for coffee here last Wednesday afternoon. There were a lot of people there, but there were plenty of open tables as well. It is located in a strip mall, but there are even some small tables outside too. It is a great place to work alone or meet someone for work or catching up. I had an iced green tea. It was pretty standard, but I enjoyed my experience, so I will definitely be back. read more

Best coffee in Cville, no question. You have a choice of many different types of roasts - and the baristas can actually describe them to you (or if you have no idea what their fancypants words mean, they'll pick something nice for you). I love the people who work here, they have never failed to make me smile. But, I will say, that because EVERYTHING is a pour-over, it is an incredibly slow process to get a coffee. I wish they had the option of a quick to-go coffee for those of us who are not picky about the finer points of brewing. I also wish that there were a couple more food options. If you stop here every day, you'll notice the same pastries over and over again. More savory snacks, please! read more

There was a time in my life and it lasted for 41 weeks. I had coffee and pastry cravings. I had all the time in the world to try all the coffee shops in the 50 mile radius and it's on the way home. Thenway my hot mocha was made: Dripped from a filter, like Chemex but I guess a different brand. My mocha tasted good. I bought a chocolate croissant. They don't heat up their pastries. Maybe, it's only meant to take home. I was hungry. I took a bite. And another. I couldn't find the chocolate. It was there settled on the other end of the croissant. Gee, I had more luck with Starbucks. It's a typical coffee shop where everyone has their laptop and books. read more

I'm not a coffee drinker so I ordered the Breakfast Blend. Served in a cast iron pot with matching cup. Very stylish and the tea was just right. Service was attentive and selection not overwhelming. It's nice when a tea drinker is welcome in a coffee shop and served properly. Thank you. read more

Shenandoah Joe- Ivy - Warm and comfortable atmosphere. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia