Power Plant is cute little cafe underneath the Edison, located at Cascades park. It's a place I frequent on my days off, and last week was my first time dining there since their recent menu flip. That morning I ordered one of my favorites, the lox bagel. I didn't realize that with the new menu changes, ordering a lox bagel meant all assembly required-- by the customer. I received a plastic to-go box with a toasted bagel, a ramekin of cream cheese, a ramekin mixture of capers and onions, and smoked salmon wrapped in a deli sheet. I was puzzled and asked for clarification from a sales associate, as the order was not to-go. I want to stress the fact that there was no negligence whatsoever on the part of the employee-- she's great and always makes my day when I see she's working. However, I find it to be quite a bizarre policy to require a guest to construct their own sandwich. Part of the reason people dine out is to be cared for and have a stress-free morning. It was also a waste of plastic cutlery, as I used a single knife to spread cream cheese and tossed the unneeded fork and spoon. Now while I am proud of my sandwich build and the flavor was good, I was left with fingers that smelled like salmon despite washing my hands multiple times. Not exactly what I was hoping for at 10 am on my day off from working in a restaurant. I understand the fine details of menu flips can be a bit clumsy at first, but I hope management receives this feedback and reconsiders this self-assembly method. I love this place and the atmosphere and staff. The lox bagel experience just didn't hit the mark for me. read more

i go to this cafe almost every weekend and they make my smoothie the same way every time, which is great. The area is great and I never have to wait too long for my order. I usually go there to just sit and/ or do work, and it's super peaceful. 10/10 recommend read more

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This is such a cute cafe in Cascades Park! We came by around noon for a lil brunch action, I thought we were headed to a sit down restaurant so I was excited they had a good menu. The breakfast wrap and acai bowl were PHENOMENAL! Christina helped us at the counter and though I was a bit apprehensive about the bowl, she did not steer me wrong! read more

The Power Plant Cafe - Breakkfast wrap and acai bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tallahassee, Florida

Pros: Location, atmosphere, convenience. Cons: Price, customer service and food quality. Every employee I interacted with was unnecessarily rude or dismissive. Very overpriced for the food quality/portion. read more

Super cute breakfast spot! I had the bagel and cream cheese and egg bites and it was very delicious! They also make seasonal lattes that are very popular. read more

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Food is awesome. A Chicken salad to die for! Service is attentive and the space is cool!

Cute little cafe with great seating options inside and out! The views around the location are very welcoming. We enjoyed all the food that we had! I had the Tomato bacon melt, which was served on a bagel with cream cheese! Yum! I was really looking for a good coffee...and my coffee was good but I asked about specialty coffees and I was just told the options of syrups. I see on the menu on Yelp many others listed, but these were not offered at the location so that was disappointing. read more

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Thank you for such a yummy brunch: super tomato bagel : base of bagel, cream cheese, eggie, super 3strips of bacon ( I want to think applewood), topped with melted gruyere(?) . Please correct me if I got anything wrong . Like I said , super yummy food. Service and smiles galore Good food , good service , happy people, happy pets. Great location. Will be back! Gracias read more

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The drinks were pretty good and interesting, you are able to customize whatever coffees or teas you get with 10+ flavors. The food was pretty good but with limited selection only 6 things to choose from but considering its a lunch and breakfast place, it makes sense. The ladies at the till were really nice and patience when it came to my mom's heavy accent, and the workers brought our food right to us pretty quickly, ~10 mins. The cafe is situated right under The Edison which is a pretty brick building, its looks like some sort of vintage warehouse in the middle of a pretty and social park and amphitheater. read more

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Anytime I go to Cascades Park, I like to swing by the Power Plant. My favorite order right now is an iced cappuccino and a Hungry Tesla (bagel filled with all the breakfast meats). At $13ish, it's not the cheapest breakfast in town, but it's tasty and filling, and you can sit inside and watch tv or (my preference) sit outside and enjoy the view. You can order inside at the bar or outside at the window. They accept Apple Pay, so I don't even bring my wallet. The staff are super friendly and helpful and will bring your food to you if you don't feel like waiting by the window. They also sell beer, white claw, mimosas and even spiked milk shakes. read more

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Nice cafe with beverages, flatbreads, bagels, and other treats. Good for a quick bite. Lucky Goat coffee and pretty good too. Nice view of the waterfall and the hotel across, nice ambience. read more

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This little cafe serves some really good breakfast sandwiches and great coffee. The area is really nice and quiet and the view is great. Feels like being on a little picnic. The service was really good and we had no problem finding nearby parking that day. read more

If you're looking for an all-in-one breakfast spot / cafe in Tallahassee, look no further. Great coffee, the breakfast wraps were from another planet, the smoothies were refreshing and nutritious, and if you're up for it you can even get a scoop of ice cream! The location is perfect as you can walk off the breakfast wrap in Cascades Park afterwards! read more

The Power Plant Cafe - Cascades park - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tallahassee, Florida

I love the Power Plant Cafe! The food is fresh and delicious. I highly recommend the Turkey Avocado Wrap. The employees and management are so personable and welcoming. The location is beautiful and the cafe has such a relaxing feel. I will 100% be back with friends and family! read more

A great ambiance, for obvious reasons, but the service and quality of the coffee can be rough at times. You couldn't choose a better location for a coffee shop! The Power Plant is located in Cascades, beneath the Edison restaurant, with one of the single most relaxing views a coffee shop could possibly have. Just outside the doors is a waterfall, which gets even better if you hang around until it gets dark, as it is lit up. The coffee, "energized by Catalina Cafe," is well roasted and of the same great quality as I have come to expect from their other cafe in Tallahassee. I used to do most of my studying here in grad school, as it has WIFI and provides a calm, quiet atmosphere for work. The building itself is beautiful, a sort of chic historic vibe. It's perfect for a spot to work or read outside on their patio and sip their coffee. Yet, despite this perfect setting, the service could use some work here. The last couple times I've been in, there's been a long wait for no apparent reason and the coffee just hasn't been made well. And this not just from me, but from the whole group I was with. Hopefully they shape up before this sends things into a spiral, but this cafe otherwise seems to have lacked real, consistent service since it opened. read more

Great location overlooking the park. The food was good but not something I would drive out of the way for. The 3 stars came for the service they seemed to be very understaffed the night I ate there and took a very long time to get refills and my check. read more

They were out of a lot of items.. CHEF complained about being sick and being there. We ordered a BBQ flat bread and got a Buffalo one. My son indicated how spicy it was. Only to get a side of ranch to calm the heat and over hearing the chef say he wasn't remaking it. The avocado toast was sad w thin bread and barely any avocado. read more

I recommend Power Plant to all Tallahassee locals and visitors. Matthias and Megan exhibit stellar professionalism and custoned service!

Very delicious food. Incredibly filling, serving sizes are worth the money. Also, both times I was here, the service was very quick. Please support this business! read more

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This place has the best location. Right in cascades park, you can take a quick pit stop from a nice walk and get something to drink/munch on. Unfortunately, we had really poor service here. It took over 20 minutes for our breakfast sandwich. We would've cancelled the order and left but there was no one attending to customers. Hopefully, it was an isolated hiccup. I'd come back again to see if improved. read more

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Five stars because I was able to camp out and get some solid work done with great fuel to boot. While seeking a coffeeshop to hunker down, Power Plant seemed like a good bet. With light streaming through the windows and outlets aplenty, I ordered a cold brew and prepared to conquer my inbox. After a couple hours, hunger pangs struck and I ordered a turkey and brie sandwich with chips on the side. They don't have a super extensive menu, but just enough to find something. They had an array of enticing baked goods to pair with my sandwich, but I resisted. Besides that, I really appreciated the water cooler, clean bathrooms, and friendly staff. I would totally return next time I'm in Tallahassee to hang out once again. read more

The Power Plant Cafe - Turkey brie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tallahassee, Florida

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While on a walk through Cascades, stopped by for a bite to eat. I got the Tomato, bacon, cream cheese, and Swiss cheese sandwich, which I at first thought was gonna be a bagel. Oh how happy I was to learn it was a sandwich and packed with bacon and cream cheese. It was so good that a person in my group tried it and immediately went to buy another identically delicious sandwich. Lovely vibe outside with the fire pits and cascade view. Too bad there's still loud construction in front, but that'll be done soon too. read more

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Power Plant has elevated itself into one of the finest coffee shops I've set foot in. There's no hesitation on my end when I say Dustin (GM) makes the best cappuccino in the Capital City. The effort to launch the brand here at Power Plant clings tenaciously to the Catalina Cafe management. It's been a joy to watch the space mature into what it was truly intended for. In addition to the clever implementation of craft cocktails, I'm most impressed by the willingness to improve among the staff and ownership. The sign of an outstanding management team is when they recognize the room for growth and refinement. Now only if we could get the space upstairs to do the same. read more

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Great healthy breakfast options and excellent service - all in a beautiful environment! Highly recommend.

Without a doubt the most disgusting food I've had in Tallahassee, if not ever. I'll start by saying the young lady working was a doll, very helpful and generous. 5 stars for her service. But, back to how terrible this food was. I got the chicken pita tacos. Typically you'd expect cut chicken or shredded chicken. Nope, this was chicken mush. I can't explain how bad it was. I'd honestly consider eating dog shit before trying those tacos again. I didn't even ask to try my dates food, she took one bite and had a worse reaction than I did. The cold brew tastes like old coffee went cold and stale so they throw ice on it and resell it as cold brew. By no means insinuating that's what they do, that's just what it tastes like. Tbh, this is without a doubt the worst food I think I've ever had in my life. Not to mention for the price of the tacos, I could have gotten a fresh mahi mahi filet from Harry's for cheaper and actually have something edible presented to me. I'm not even a picky eater, this food is just God awful. Literally the worst. If it wasn't for the view, I don't see how this place could remain open on its own. I really wish I could articulate how terrible the food is, but this is my honest attempt at it. read more

Cute location with a neat ambiance. My cocktail was absolutely fabulous. The guac and chips were tasty. The customer service was fine. Overall, the experience was pleasant. read more

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This is my absolute favorite cafe! It's in a great location because it overlooks cascades park. This is a great place to study and relax, or just read a book. The service is always good and the workers always have recommendations if you're not sure what to try. My favorite meal is the bagel with egg and cheese that they have at breakfast, and it pairs perfectly with their chai tea latte. Definitely a must go spot! read more

This is such a cute little spot. I love the ambience sitting right there in front of the waterfalls with that view. I love sitting here with the view and the people walking by while I get some work done on the computer. As for the food, you should definitely try their matcha lates and acai bowls! read more

This is my favorite coffee shop in Tallahassee! I love getting avocado toast and a vanilla volt. The location is great I love doing my homework in the park. Nice couches and great view. Quick service!! read more

We were visiting for the first time. Went in and loved the atmosphere. The food was good and the staff was on point school was out on break when we were there so I'm sure when school is in that place must be cranking a great place to try out if you've never been a great experience. read more

When I think of my ideal coffee shop, The Power Plant Cafe is what comes to mind. This cafe is one of the best in Tallahassee by far. Whether to spend the day studying away or meeting friends for lunch or stopping by for coffee during your walk through the park, Power Plant is very much worth it. The cafe is located next to The Edison in Cascades Park and likewise has a gorgeous view of the color-changing waterfall for customers sitting outside. Inside, you will find the main room with several tables, and an adjacent room with a giant table for group studying. Along with the gorgeous view, Power Plant stands out to me for their unique coffee options; they go above and beyond the required standards of coffee shops. Zoe's Revenge 4/5 This vengeful latte is a comforting blend of white chocolate and tiramisu. I loved the taste of this latte; it was thankfully not as sweet as I thought it would be from the white chocolate. However, I hoped for a stronger flavor from the tiramisu. Also, the latte really upset my stomach afterwards perhaps due to the milk. Caramel Coconut Cold Brew 5/5 Such a creamy and overall very nice taste from this cold brew. The caramel added a good amount of sweet and I could taste pieces of shredded coconut as well. I would definitely get this again. Pressed Grilled Veggie 5/5 You wouldn't think a vegetarian sandwich could be filling, but this one is. A perfect blend of goat cheese and veges, this sandwich was amazing. I especially loved the sauteed mushrooms. read more

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In town for a wedding, I stayed at the AC Hotel. This cafe is right behind and didn't require any driving so I checked it out for lunch. Got the chicken pita tacos, raspberry lemonade, and 7 layer bar. The chicken pita tacos were huge and I could only finish one because of the size. Raspberry lemonade was good, but I wasn't blown away. Everyone was ordering coffee so I would be interested in going back and trying one. Cashier was super sweet and the service was really fast. Loved the outside vibe- I would def go back! read more

Great early morning spot to get a coffee and a breakfast sandwich. Very good selection of coffees and bagels. Had a nice outside area to view with park next to it. Was able to bring my dogs with me and they had water bowls for them. read more

The area is very nice, which is what drew me to it. The food was very good, but I think $14 for a sandwich that doesn't have a side is a bit much. I definitely think they need to improve their current way of bringing food to tables. You order at the window and they take a name and then come out later yelling - and there were multiple times our party couldn't hear them at all. There's music playing and they didn't walk over toward our side of the patio when yelling. It just doesn't make any sense. Maybe provide table numbers when ordering that the guest can place at their table so you can more easily identify where food goes? It seems like the current set up is very aggravating for both customers and staff. read more

Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice... shame on me. (Disclosure: this post was written in the heat of the moment. This feeling will pass... I hope) I am so crushed because this used to be my favorite places to get a lox bagel. This may be, not only the worst bagel/lox bagel I have ever had but, the worst solution to the worst lox bagel I have ever had. I stopped by late morning to grab breakfast/lunch (10am on a Wednesday) and ordered the lox bagel. She said they no longer give discounts to FDOT employees... but also said she doesn't know how to do it... so I'm guessing it's a training issue. Whatever. Best lox bagel is worth full price. I'm only a civil servant ‍. I ordered it to-go to enjoy at my desk. But what I found is a caper and tomato bagel. With cream cheese. On maybe a third of the bagel? I normally don't complain but when the lox is missing on an $8 lox bagel for the first and last meal you will have for a while, you at least pick up the phone. BUT their phone rings directly to voicemail WHICH the mailbox is full. I'm hangry at this point so I get in my car and head over for a refund (and maybe a new bagel?). Because that is how restaurants handle righting wrongs, right? As soon as I see this poor girl having to deal with a two whole customers at once I immediately calm down. She's stressed. When it's my turn I tell her it's missing lox and she immediately snatches it to remedy - without letting me just suggest a refund. Please don't just throw some lox on the already horrid bagel, I pray to myself (please enjoy the pictures). When she brings it back out a few minutes later I think, damn maybe she did remake it? That was remaking a bagel amount of time! I didn't have the balls to check behind her, so I leave. I saw a peek of lox sticking out (yes the same horrid bagel). But I'm too hungry at this point. When I get back in my car I open it to find! 5 small chunks of lox on one site of this horrid bagel. I'm already not the person who complains. I've already left work like a lunatic to fix a bagel. I already haven't eaten today and it's close to 11am by now. So I drive off. Defeated. I feel for the poor girl who works at a coffee/breakfast place alone during an understaffed shift... but actually I don't because I have worked an understaffed shift and this if not a solution. Bagels should not cause a this much anguish. read more

The Power Plant Cafe - What's was ordered? A Lox Bagel. What was received? A caper and tomato bagel with 1/3 cream cheese. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tallahassee, Florida

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Good coffee, pretty interior AND exterior, super good-quality food. What more could you ask for?? Ordered the Hungry Tally on ciabatta and added avocado, while hubby ordered the veggie sandwich. We love meat, but the veggie sandwich was AMAZING. The flavours were sooooo diverse, and the bread was so crunchy. read more

The Power Plant Cafe - Veggie sandwich with fruit - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tallahassee, Florida

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Talk about a brew with a view! Power Plant, located just under The Edison and 'energized' by Catalina Cafe, is a gorgeous little coffee shop right in the middle of Cascades Park. With both inside and outside seating available, you can enjoy your coffee beverage of choice either while basking in the sun or hiding behind a book. There is something for everyone from espressos to cappuccinos and chai lattes to cold brews. Their kitchen is open until 4 if you're looking to grab a bite as well. The Lox Bagel is to die for with an explosion of flavors coming at you all at once! They also have a variety of other sandwiches and pastries to choose from. While it may get a little pricey depending on what you purchase, the ambiance and location is well worth the visit. The tables are also large enough to spread your books out on and spend the afternoon studying. Personally, after spending a few hours studying, a nice walk around the park before I get back to hitting the books always makes me feel refreshed (along with the coffee of course!). If you're a coffee lover like me, I would absolutely recommend heading down to the Power Plant to energize your day! P.S. FREE WIFI!! read more

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GUYS GO TO CATALINA Literally the prettiest coffee shop in town and smack dab in the middle of Cascades Park which is always a joy to visit on an nice day. Environment is a 10. Beautiful scenery, dogs everywhere, and always good place to get some studying done and not feeling like I'm trapped in a library. I can't speak to the coffee since caffeine gets me way too hyper. But consistently love my fresh ice teas, lemonades, or Arnold palmers I get here. I also tried one of their scones that their worker suggested which was delicious. The drink and small snack hit the spot when I needed a study snack. My friend have said the enjoyed their coffee here as well. Overall, def a place you got to check out when in Tally! read more

The Power Plant Cafe - Raspberry and white chocolate scone & Arnold Palmer - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tallahassee, Florida

I really like this space, both inside and out. You can't escape the building's history as a power plant itself, so the naming of this cafe is perfect. The coffee itself is quite good - if you've been to the two other Catalina cafe's (Gaines, Capital Circle) then you know. I ordered a Cubano (http://bit.ly/1W2F4m4) and I may just as well have been on Calle Ocho. I'd be nice to be able to order a Colada - but we're not there yet. This is an outstanding location for an indoor/outdoor cafe. read more

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UPDATE: Third times a charm! They've worked out delivering food efficiently by using table signs that use coffee related names rather than numbers (a nice touch). And the food was warm and came out quickly. One negative: they still don't carry black tea (each of last three times, over many weeks, they say that they're out). A great turn around in service!! ORIGINAL UPDATED REVIEW: I hate to do this, but I'm taking my rating down to 2 stars. And that's to reflect the view, which is awesome, and the food, which is good. But the service is terrible. I thought the poor service our first time was an anomaly, but sadly it seems that poor service is as good as it gets. After waiting 45 minutes for breakfast sandwiches, I'm told by person who took order that they've had problems with orders going to kitchen in new system. Fine. But where was the order she wrote down? Oh! She gave it to the kitchen. Well....where's the food? Told by manager that an employee put the paper order in her pocket and then left the restaurant. Seriously? They comped some scones and said they'd make order asap. Then the order comes out wrong. Despite it being written down correctly. Sad. Even more baffling: when they bring out food they walk around aimlessly trying to see who ordered it. For every order, every time. Frequently going in and out of building to patio, and then delivering luke warm food. Maybe they could think about using table stands with numbers? Just a thought. To be a bit harsh: I think the service needs a complete overhaul. Otherwise it will doom or diminish what could be a true gem. Will check back in a few weeks to see if things have changed or improved read more

The Power Plant Cafe - What's not to like? Fire pit overlooking the waterfall. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tallahassee, Florida