In modern English, we use the word "awesome" so loosely. Mother made lasagna tonight! Awesome. Dude, I've mastered the Pop Shove It! Awesome. There are donuts in the break-room! Awesome. I'm going to use this word to describe Slow / Rush, but I do not do so lightly. My first sip of my medium whole milk iced latte caused sudden and striking emotion. I imagine this is how Garcia López de Cárdenas felt when he first gazed over the Grand Canyon, or Edmund Hillary standing on top of Mt. Everest. Such moments change us as human beings. They open our eyes to how beautiful life truly is. Moments that truly inspire the complex emotion of awe. Nick (owner) is awesome. Watching him tackle so many customers so quickly is awesome. The love and energy he puts into his product is awesome. The taste, oh the taste, of his latte...awesome. In the name of our lord and savior, please go try Slow / Rush. Sincerely, A changed man read more

Nice iced coffee on a hot day! And the service is so friendly! My friend was really happy to see they put coffee in their reusable cup.

I've heard about his place for a while but never came because there was always a line. Nick is a one man show working very hard to please his customers. I love matcha and wanted to try his Rose Matcha drink. I don't I ever been asked for my opinion on a drink, especially with a long line. I told Nick, "I Iove matcha and if I ordered this again, I would do less oatmilk and more matcha". To my surprise, he said "take your lid off and I'm going to make perfect". He truly did. Multi tasking his orders in person and in the drive thru, he got more matcha and made my drink how I wanted. He even thanked me for my patience. I would definitely recommend this place. I am looking forward to trying some of the other menu items. There are a few outside seats if you want to sit and people watch. read more

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I'm writing down this review even before I receive my drink just based on how AMAZING the owner is. He is so kind and so intentional about his business and love for coffee. I was briefly in town for vacation and I'm so glad we stumbled upon this cafe shop. He even offered to get our leftover coffee cup to trash.. wow Okay at my first sip of my hojicha latte: BOMBBBBBBBBBB THIS PLACE IS A DIAMONDDDDDDDD I WISH I CAN GIVE MORE STARS!!!!!! read more

My sister, her boyfriend, and I stopped by Slow Rush before preparing to drive back down to Orange County after visiting family up in Paso. It was a cute little drive thru coffee shop that also had a little walk up area. The best way to describe it would be the cutest... shack I've ever seen and was incredibly reminiscent of my trips to Hawaii. The worker/owner? was the only person working both the drive thru and walk up windows and he was incredibly efficient as well as personable. On service alone, I would recommend anyone go to Slow Rush and I can't wait for the next time I am up in town to visit. My sister and I each got the caramel banana nut latte with oatmilk (no extra charge) and it was really delicious. You could tell that the worker/owner by my assumption really loves coffee and is very passionate about the business and something about his positive energy seemed so genuine and infectious. Like even though there were cars lining up and it was just him working, he still treated us kindly and told us he could answer any questions we had and he seemed to really juggle the two windows with incredible balance. Such a great experience stopping by Slow Rush read more

Coffee was good! Wait wasn't horrible for the long line ... the line looks scary but it moved fast. The 2 people working inside were working as fast as they could & kept apologizing for the wait! They also have a drive thru which made the line go a little slower. Nice seating area right outside. You can always grab some sourdough next door while you wait for your coffee! read more

Slow Rush - A pic of my coffee with some beautiful art work right next to the coffee shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Paso Robles, California

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This place is an absolute gem. Yes, they sell out quickly, but that's part of what makes them so special. In a small town, when something is made with care and people love it, it doesn't sit around waiting to be discovered. It gets scooped up fast! The coffee is consistently delicious, the atmosphere is welcoming, and you can tell there's real passion behind what they do. If you're lucky enough to grab a cup before they're sold out, you're in for a treat. Small-town businesses like this are worth setting your alarm for. read more

I enjoy the beverages at Slow Rush. They are very pleasant people and accommodating. I have tried this place many times and at least half of those times they are either out of something I requested or out of everything. Seems they have a problem with ordering enough product so they can accommodate customers. I'll be taking a break from them for a while and let them sort out their ordering and inventory procedures. I hope they figure it out. The things you were out of were almond milk one visit, you ran out of everything on memorial weekend, and another time flavor syrup. I know your small but there is a way to manage inventory by having some off site storage. read more

My wife and I were visiting from out of town and came here every morning. Probably the best matcha we've ever had and the coffee was great. You can tell that this is a labor of love from the owner. Highly recommended. read more

This place was a little shack but it offered great coffee! Our only complaint was there was only one guy manning it inside and he was clearly overwhelmed and overworked. He kept apologizing over and over and we felt bad for him. The wait was about 15 min but the coffee was great. read more

Slow Rush - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Paso Robles, California

Slow Rush was incredible. Nick, the owner, greeted us when we walked in and took the time to tell us about the specials, which immediately made the place feel welcoming and intentional. He has so many matcha flavor options, including rose, which I ordered and the color was this deep, rich green that you almost never see. You can tell they're doing it the right way here. What stood out even more was his philosophy. He mentioned that he doesn't charge extra for toppings because people shouldn't have to pay more for someone to simply do their job. And he doesn't charge extra for almond milk either.. what!? Unheard of! Between the quality, the care, and the integrity behind how he runs the shop, this place is something special. I'll absolutely be back. read more

Slow Rush - Iced Rose Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Paso Robles, California

Worth the wait every time! My partner and I got the iced blueberry matcha (stunning flavor) and an iced s'mores mocha. Both are out of this world! Definitely worth a stop if you are visiting the area. read more

Top tier coffee. Top tier service. The lavender miel coffee was one of the best I've ever had. My wife loves matcha, but it's hard to find a good matcha place. This was absolutely one of the few good matcha spots that we've tried. If you're in town, this spot is worth a stop, and quite honestly it's worth the detour if you're passing by. read more

Great new drive through coffee spot in Paso, right in the downtown area! The owner is super nice and accommodating and I love the flavors and options offered from such a tiny shop ---hojicha latte: hit the spot! Will be back next time I'm in town! read more

If you're in the area and need a solid coffee spot, SLO RUSH absolutely delivers. The coffee is consistently great, smooth, flavorful, and exactly what you want to start your day or recharge in the afternoon. What really sets this place apart, though, is the service. Nick goes above and beyond. He's got that rare ability to make every customer feel like a regular. Great coffee, great vibes! Highly recommend! read more

I stopped by Slow Rush to try their caramel banana nut latte. I really enjoyed the building it was located in. It made it easy to drive up and get a cup of coffee or walk up and go for a stroll around the downtown area. The staff were incredibly nice, caring and friendly. My latte was good, but not great. It was not very espresso forward. It wasn't terrible but the syrups were too overpowering and needed refinement. read more

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Really great service, the staff were so nice and friendly. I got the rose matcha and it was great, will definitely come back

Cute drive thru and walk up coffee stand. One Superman in there doing all the work of 10 baristas so it was a little bit of a wait but he said usually it's not as slow. I guess just everyone and their grandmas was there when I was there. After getting my coffee and scone I can see why though. I got an iced PB&J with oat milk. Idk that it necessarily tasted like a childhood classic sandwich but it's just a super good latte in general with great coffee so I ain't mad at it. I also got the craisin scone and GIRLLL she was absolutely to die for! Little crystallized sugar pieces just glistening in the sun looking like Edward in the light. And she a straight killer of a scone . Very soft, squishy craisins and orange zest you can see when you bite into it. Overall 10/10 and I most deff will be back for seconds, thirds and fourths when I'm back in town. read more

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We hit this spot on our drive out of Paso before we drove back to LA. The barista was super engaging and friendly. Coffee was good! Location convent read more

I was excited to try this place, seen a lot of people waiting and figured it would be good. I didn't mind the wait since there were only 2 people working. What I did mind was the attitude I got from the owner. I understand you were overwhelmed but you don't talk to people that way. I asked for a recommendation and he rudely respond with just pick something I don't have time to help you like that. He had a horrible attitude and I was taken back. I still ordered a coconut cold brew and I don't see what the hype is about. I honestly should have just walked away and not ordered anything. So disappointed. In response to Nick, you must have had more than one interaction today due to your bad attitude because you have me confused for someone else. I asked you about which was your most popular cold drink and that's when you snapped at me and told me to just pick. I didn't ask about sweetness. That's when I just asked for a coconut cold brew. And like I said I didn't mind the wait because I knew it was just you 2 working, so I understand how that can be overwhelming but your attitude was unnecessary. Honestly I wish I did snap back at you because you were a jerk. read more

whoever the guy was that was there this morning was an absolute GEM. I came by so hungover that my whole life hurt. but not only was he so nice & friendly, but made an awesome coffee too. read more

the place was definitely busy for the shop only having 1 barista, but he was absolutely killing it this morning ! he was so kind & patient -- i got a s'mores mocha which he recommended over ice & it was delicious !! only my second time coming, but i'll definitely be back read more

First and foremost, the service was impeccable!! Very kind and welcoming. I had the caramel banana nut latte, iced ! All the flavors were well balanced. This will be my go to spot for an iced coffee! read more

We wanted to stop by and grab some coffee on our road trip going back home to socal and saw online that this place had a black sesame hojicha. The other drinks looked promising as well so we were eager to try this place! Upon arriving, we realized it was a cute little stall in a parking lot, with even a drive thru! The owner does everything by himself so it did take him some time to get to us but it was completely understandable and he was very apologetic. Unfortunately, he ran out of the black sesame to make the drink that we wanted and instead suggested black sugar. He was also super apologetic for that as well! I opted to get a cold brew with coconut. The coconut flavoring is a purée which is much better than the artificial syrups most places use. My drink was a little tart/sour so I asked for a splash of coconut milk in my coffee and it was perfect! The owner really makes sure you like your drink before you leave. And he doesn't make you feel bothersome for asking for any changes (a very special talent because I always feel like I impose) There are also a few benches and tables you can sit at and enjoy your drink. The stall is decorated with a bunch of cute memorabilia and frog motifs!! Super charming and I love frogs If I ever am driving up to norcal or back home to socal and this place is on the way, I'll be sure to drop by and try out another drink :) read more

Slow Rush - Yuzu mango Yerba mate, coconut cold brew, black sugar hojicha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Paso Robles, California

The small shop is a one man show, and the owner was so sweet despite being busy with orders! It's clear he has a passion for drink making and has carefully crafted his entire menu. He was also so kind and made sure we were satisfied with our drinks. My friend was able to add more coconut milk to her cold brew after trying it. I would definitely come back if I was in the area! I tried the yuzu mango yerba mate, which was so refreshing and flavorful, exactly what I was looking for. It already comes with about 70mg of caffeine, but the owner also has an option to add extra caffeine to it if you need an extra boost. read more

Slow Rush - yuzu mango Yerba mate - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Paso Robles, California

always a pleasant experience whenever my family and i stop by this coffee shop the owner is amazing, service is fantastic, and the drinks are consistently great absolutely love this place 10/10 recommend!!!!! read more

Was excited to try this coffee shop during our annual sisters trip to Paso Robles. The line was long, but we completely understood since there were only two employees working and a large crowd. We were patient and happy to wait. Unfortunately, as we got closer, it became clear how unprofessional the owner was. Earlier, he had asked everyone to be patient, which we were. About 20 minutes later, he repeated it again, and I nodded and said, "Thank you." He responded with, "I already told you -- now I'm telling everyone else," with a rude tone and facial expression. Completely unnecessary. Can't believe we continued to wait, I finally got my cappuccino, which was mediocre at best -- I've definitely had much better. What really stood out though, was how the owner treated customers. A woman behind me, who seemed to be a regular, politely mentioned she had an idea to help with line control. He immediately snapped at her, saying he couldn't talk right now. Even after she calmly said "later," he continued ranting about how busy he was and how he couldn't talk to her. Busy mornings happen, especially for small businesses, but customer service and professionalism still matter. The owner would benefit from learning how to manage large crowds with the same patience he expects from his customers, rather than taking his stress out on the people supporting his business. Unlike others I do not have a one review or bad only review profile as that has been an excuse for his bad reviews. read more

Great service from the frogman barista! He made great suggestions when he ran out of what we wanted and it still came out pretty close. The quirky frogs memorabilia had us wanting to come back again but the place closes down at 2pm. Great coffee and he won't even charge for the milk substitute, that's awesome and that's customer premiere service. Although this is a drive through shack, there are available tables and seating if you wish to get out of the car to stretch out in between long drives and grab your cup of joe and latte delight. Convenient outdoor seatings for sure. This will be a coffee latte must quick stop for us from now on! read more

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The business owner was extremely rude for no reason when I was offering a coffee. I had asked the waiter if their flavored coffees were on the sweeter side and in the middle of his response, the owner cut him off and said "how are we supposed to measure sweet? That's subjective. That's not a good question. How am I supposed to answer that question. Give me a good way to measure that objectively." So I responded that I was just trying to figure out if they were super sweet and that maybe he could use grams of sugar as a measure cause other coffee shops do that. And then he continued being smart with me and asked how is he supposed to measure sugar in syrup that he can't do that math for me. I honestly don't know why he had to respond like that. I want to support local business but to the point where the owner has the be smart like this with his customers seems absolutely unnecessary. He also picked a fight with the people who were in front of me. They mentioned to me that he wouldn't let them put in a group order. There were 3 of them, and he said that they could only order 2 coffees. read more

What an absolute gem! My wife and I found this place on our visit to California and couldn't be happier. Phenomenal coffee crafted by one of the most genuinely kind humans I've ever met. I'm so sad that we are only in town for a day, but I 100% will travel back here from Florida just to have another cup! read more

Nick, the owner, was very hospitable, passionate about coffee making and service, and is well-equipped to bring Slow Rush from a 2-year old start up into a community staple. While it's likely that they are still ironing out some kinks, we didn't experience any trouble, but tremendous care and attention to detail. Give Slow Rush an honest try! read more

Amazing coffee and even better customer service. Nick and Ren are doppio duo that this little hut needed. The menu offered classic coffee drinks as well as seasonal rotation specials--my personal favorite is the Vietnamese iced coffee or the PistOff cause I'm actually really pistoff if I don't get my coffee from Slow Rush. read more

Awesome spot to grab a quick coffee! The owner is super engaging and friendly. He is super respectful of people's time and works quickly and efficiently to make certain your order is perfect. I got a cappuccino and an americano (they don't have drip but the owner was quick to offer up a suggestion as to where to go to get a great drip coffee) and they were both just right. It's in the middle of a parking lot and easy to access. You can drive thru or walk up. If you want a great coffee with amazing service and a smile, then this is your place. read more

The Skinny: A Must-Stop for Vietnamese Coffee Lovers! I originally tried to visit Nick and the Slow Rush Coffee kiosk at the middle of our northbound road trip on Easter Sunday, totally forgetting that some businesses might be closed for the holiday--oops! But no worries, because on our way back down, I made it a point to swing by Paso Robles again just for this spot--and I'm SO glad I did! Of our 7 day road trip, I haven't written any reviews for any businesses yet and this one is the first one because I need to write it before I forget! Note this is a KIOSK and not a full-on Starbucks, but it has an amazing charm with cool seating if you really wanted to stick around. Coming from Orange County, where the Vietnamese coffee scene is strong (especially in the Little Saigon area), I love checking out Vietnamese coffee spots in other towns to see how they stack up. Slow Rush was the first place that popped up when I searched for Vietnamese coffee in Paso Robles--and now I know why. This place is LEGIT. Out of all my stops, Slow Rush easily gives OC Vietnamese coffee a run for its money. It's hands down the best-tasting Vietnamese coffee I've had outside of my hometown! And then there's Nick--what a gem. Super friendly, upbeat, and clearly passionate about his craft. Even though I walked up to the kiosk while the drive-thru line was packed, he still made time to greet me with a smile and even apologized for the short wait (which wasn't his fault at all!). Amazing coffee, incredible hospitality--HIGHLY recommend this place, especially if you're craving that strong, sweet, authentic Vietnamese coffee experience. Don't miss it! read more

Slow Rush - Vietnamese coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Paso Robles, California

Love Nick and his staff. They are always so helpful and have great recommendations on what to try. The coffee is always amazing. Such a great addition to downtown Paso. read more

A quaint drive-thru coffee spot with a little outdoor seating area in the downtown area. I just got the yuzu mango green tea with half sweetness because I needed something to pick me up during a road trip. The yuzu tasted very fresh and the green tea was perfectly brewed. The barista hit the "not too sweet" modification right on the spot. The customer service was exceptional, the barista was nice and accommodating. read more

Nick was suuuuuper nice and gave such caring customer service. I had a large Vietnamese coffee that he had pre-made with evaporated milk and a ginger honey tea. It is such a cute little coffee shack with adorable frog decor. I wish I had one back home in Vegas! read more

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Nothing slow about Slow Rush, the guy works super fast! Best latte in town. My wife loved the Matcha too. read more

Slow Rush - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Paso Robles, California

Was in town visiting my friend. She loves this place and I was craving an iced tea. Yelp says open, but we got there and there a hand written sign saying temporarily closed until August 1. Please be active on your social media so we know your hours! Or update Yelp please. Hope to try tour tea next time I visit. read more

if y'all ever hear that i moved to paso robles it's literally for slow rush (and its fearless leader, the ever iconic nick.) slow rush is the best thing since lorde hopped on sympathy is a knife. my group basically sampled everything on the menu (blueberry matcha, black sugar hojicha, and turtle mocha) and they all hit the respective spots of people who ordered them. nick effectively personalizes every drink during the ordering process, and his vibe checking is immaculate. i'm not sure how he got to know us so well in the ~5 minutes we were there. also, we weren't charged extra for oat milk, which we were SO SO GRATEFUL FOR. all hot girls have tummy issues with regular milk, amiright ?? ofc, i have issues with more than just regular milk (the anaphylaxis of it all), and nick assured me that all of the equipment would be washed before he made my drink. the absolute SQUEAL i SQUEALT !! the great people of paso robles probably filed a noise complaint. i can't put into words how excited we were just vibing with nick as he told us all of the great things he was doing in the local-art-and-frog-adorned kiosk of his, but i can put it into actions! our fourth friend had already been drinking another latte from somewhere else (nick said that place is good too bc he's just a good sport like that). after sampling the other three slow rush drinks, she decided to chug her current latte and order a drink from nick too. her yuzu mango green tea came out so quickly and tasted like it was condensed and rained down from the clouds of heaven. here's to the epic success of slow rush :) ps - one side is a drive thru read more

Slow Rush - when i grow up i want to be the girl on this table - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Paso Robles, California

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