Things this is vs. isn't:…read more +A great space for busy parents who need a space to read, write, chat, do some light work while their kids happily entertain with the vertical-built playground in the "silo" +A spacious cafe area for meeting a friend or 3, doing some group study etc +Warm and inviting area to fit your needs +Cafe with an espresso bar, smoothies, bites, etc The goal isn't craft coffee and high brow offerings. You won't find a cupping class or ample greenery/plants and local businesses to browse. But hopefully you will find a place to rest awhile, invite a few friends into a space you don't have to present and clean up after

The Commons Coffee Shop is inside Stonebridge Church, so I am a frequent flyer here, but it's also…read morea great shop during the work week. With a few hours open each day, it's a super quiet and bright spot to work. Bonus, if you bring your kids they can play inside the indoor playground. The use Hardy Coffee and have Hardy treats, so you know it's good! I typically just opt for a black coffee because we don't often get a ton of time to get coffee before service starts, but they're bigger than the free cups and every once in a while it's a nice switch up. Everyone working is really nice and friendly and it's a nice place to mingle while you wait for your drinks and meet other parishioners.

the staff is so sweet and they make the best tiramisu latte i've ever been blessed to tasteread more

Located just on the outskirts of downtown and within…read morewalking distance of several nearby hotels, Zen is a great option if you're looking to venture slightly off the beaten path for good coffee. The space is relaxed and has a welcoming vibe with two distinct seating areas offering a mix of tables, lounge chairs, and sofas. The music is at a comfortable level, with plenty of folks settled in on their laptops working and studying. Even though it was cold outside, I ordered a medium iced mocha. It was rich and chocolaty without being overly sweet. Despite a decent crowd inside, my drink was ready within minutes and service was genuinely friendly. Overall, this is a solid neighborhood coffee shop that's worth the short walk if you're staying nearby.

Everyone was so welcoming as soon as I walked through the door. I believe every single employee…read moregreeted me as soon as I walked in! I felt like a celebrity. I loved the aromas and vibes of the shop. They have an assortment of items for sale including coffee beans, shirts, mugs, and chocolate covered espresso beans amongst many other things! I got the spicy nut latte off the seasonal menu. I got an iced medium along with the dark chocolate covered espresso beans and both were delicious!! The prices here are insanely reasonable. I paid just a little over $9 for both items. I couldn't believe it! I wish this was a place where I can just sit and take in the smells as I enjoy my coffee, but there is no seating as this is more of an actual store that also serves coffee. However, that won't stop me from being a regular visitor!

UGH I love this place. Seriously my favorite iced coffee in Omaha. They always have fun drinks for…read moreevery season. My go to orders are an iced latte with vanilla or Irish creme.

We wandered in here while searching for a store in the same neighborhood. It has a nice coffeehouse…read morevibe with large windows that allow for plenty of natural light. The baristas were friendly and the drinks were reasonably priced. I tend to like my cold brew smooth and slightly sweet so I only got 2 shots of flavoring. It does tend to be a little on the bitter side so I would suggest increasing the sweetener if you don't like that. My sister got a hazelnut latte and said it was "delightful" with 1/2 flavoring.

Roast coffeehouse is one of my favorite coffee stops in Omaha! The coffee is carefully crafted so…read moreyou can enjoy every sip! The service is awesome too, everyone is always so friendly and always has a smile behind the counter. This makes the atmosphere feel welcoming. The space is clean and has soft lighting perfect for a study spot or space to sip your morning coffee. Their various croissants are from a local French bakery here in town called Le Petit. Be sure to get there early as some of the croissants sell out fast!

If you want a quite coffee shop to go read a book, do some work or just have a cup of coffee with a…read morefriend, this is the place for you. The decor is minimal but I loved the different gold mirrors. When I ordered the cashier at the counter was all smiles and just a delight to talk to, she was super friendly. She was very helpful since it was the first time being there she explained everything so it was easy to make a good decision. I ordered a flight so I was able to sample for different signature flavors. My favorite was the Midnight Coconut and Crème Brûlée. I would recommend this coffee shop to anyone who is looking for a good coffee shop!

Wanted to try this coffee shop since it's literally two minutes away from our house…read more I had the wild berry smoothie, and my husband had the Crescent Brûlée. There are three flavors of smoothies to choose from: mango, wild berry, and strawberry. The Crescent Brûlée is a blend of caramel and vanilla, topped with whipped cream and a burnt sugar top. Both of the drinks we had tasted good. I'm not a big smoothie person--in fact, this is my first time ordering a smoothie in a long time--and I was very pleased with it. It was very smooth. Their menu is pretty extensive, in my opinion: coffee, tea, matcha, seasonal lattes, energy drinks, as well as some pastries and breakfast sandwiches. I also appreciated how easy it was to read their menu. I feel like a lot of the time in coffee shops, their menus are all over the place and you have to ask a lot of questions. This menu was nicely written. The shop has a very welcoming vibe, with different plants and displays. They also sell a few different things, such as clothes, sage, stickers, and different stones. Overall, I'd definitely recommend this coffee shop, and I will definitely be back.

I love a good local coffee shop and Village Grinder was one such place!…read more It is so cute and cozy inside, with an adorable little seating area, delicious coffee smells all throughout the shop, and all the little touches like wooden signs welcoming you in. And for the shopper, they have lots of small decor, gifts, and actual coffee beans for sale. But the star of the show is the coffee drinks themselves! I had the pumpkin spice latte (it was Autumn, so I am allowed!), and it was creamy, had a good spice to it, and smooth. I would definitely get that again. But I look forward to trying more flavors soon! Village Grinder is a cute little cafe to stop by while you're in Countryside Village. Always nice to grab a coffee or treat while you shop - and it's great that you can even shop inside Village Grinder too!

I love this spot because you can taste the coffee in your lattes. And the taste is high quality &…read moreit's a noticeable difference. It's also so cute on the inside!!!! Ownership is so sweet. You can buy your own coffee & espresso beans here too which we've done multiple times. Service is quick. They have seasonal flavors each month!!!!

such a great omaha classic -- delicious coffee, great vibes, and kind people. Everytime I go to…read morestories I have an awesome experience with everyone who works there and always feel their warmth with each interaction. The coffee is delicious, but i stopped in today to get a matcha and tea. The matcha was smooth and rich and the perfect temperature! Stories is a great place to come with friends for chats, work on homework in the back study room, or just spend some good quality alone time in a space with great light, drinks, & bites. Definitely worth stopping in -- but be mindful, depending on the day, you might not get a seat! This place is a hot spot and can get pretty darn busy!

Stories has been around for ages, and I've been meaning to try it. Finally got the opportunity this…read morepast Saturday. Sadly, no pictures, we were too engrossed in conversation. The location on 204th Street in Gretna is clean, open, inviting ... but noisy. It's one of those warehouse-type settings where you really have to work at having a private conversation. Seating is expecially comfortable in the big chairs, but then you have to schootch them close together and lean in so you can hear each other, which is unfortunate. Granted, tables are set far apart, but this should be in addition to. Coffee was delicious, but the beignet bites were just so-so. Granted, one should not expect New Orleans beignets outside of New Orleans, but these little donut puffs had only a light dusting of powdered sugar (which I actually was thankful for because I wore black pants!), and there was a not-overly-pleasant surprise inside with an indistinguishable creamy substance that was sort of like the inside of a brown sugar cinnamon poptart, only less so. I hadn't been expecting that. The yogurt parfait was substantial and delicious. (The staff was friendly and helpful when making selections, but it didn't occur to me to ask about fillings.) I might visit again, but maybe at one of the other locations, if acoustics were more promising.

The best coffee shop has a second location?!? It's inside the Omaha music conservatory but you're…read moreable to enter directly into the shop from the west door. It has all of the same charm and coziness of the original location while being more spacious with more seats. I tried another drink off the Finter (seasonal) menu the Juniper Latte and it was delicious and reminded me of my favorite gin!!! The baristas are always amazing. There's a cute kids corner with toys and books. Giant parking lot available. There is a ramp on the south side for strollers/wheelchairs etc.

This location is attached to the Omaha Conservatory of Music, so it does get busy on weekend…read moremornings. They also have events like storytelling and improv for kids, so it can be loud if you are going here to study. It does calm down after lunch though. I personally prefer their other location better as it is more cozy and less kids present. But this is a cute space overall to hang out, they have couches and different sizes of tables. Their lattes are a bit pricey for how much you get.

Had a few minutes to myself this morning and figured I'd stop by a corner lot that has always…read morecaught my attention! You'll be completely transformed when you walk in, i to another world almost - say, the '40s - between the decor, bustling merch, quiet teas being made and frothy lattes being served in neat glass cups (I recommend staying!). I am such a Chai whore that I nearly squealed with excitement when I saw they have Spicy Chai Latte... a much bolder flavor that I prefer, and you may too. That glass was FILLED to the brim and mixed with the preferred oat milk, a stunner among their many menu items. Ahhh that heat on the back when of the Spicy Chai is just what my Thursday am needed. Parking is a bitch, BUT... they do have a drive-thru!

Overall, I love the bustling ambiance of this coffeeshop, along with the very high ceilings and…read moreaesthetic bookshelf. I like to come here to get work and studying done as they have plenty of seating. It is often very busy though, so if you want a specific table or seat at the bar, I would recommend coming in early on weekends. The coffee however, is not my favorite. It has tasted very milky with very little coffee or syrup flavor. Their hot chocolate also did not have a rich flavor and just tasted like chocolate milk. The Swiss cheese and mushroom quiche, however, was good.

Absolutely my favorite coffee in Omaha. Can't go wrong at any of their locations. Coffee always has…read moreamazing flavor. Perfectly roasted. Staff here at blackstone location were very friendly yesterday morning. Wish they would open a location in District 66 somewhere.

Giving this five stars for the coffee, but only three for the friendliness of the employees working…read morethere. I ordered the banana caramel iced latte and it exceeded my expectations! The banana was subtle and not fake or overpowering - so freaking good!