Turbo wasn't terrible, but the drink I tried just missed the mark. My cinnamon toast latte tasted watered down, probably because they pour espresso over ice instead of lowering the temp with the milk first and then adding syrups/ice. Biggest red flag for a coffee shop. That said, Tuscaloosa doesn't have a ton of coffee options, so if you're curious, go for it, especially since they rotate seasonal drinks. For balance: the matcha lovers in our party said theirs was excellent. read more

Turbo Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Customer service is excellent. Prices are average for product. I used to go here regularly and feel like the mocha had more of a chocolate taste. Today, we decided to get an iced quad shot oatmilk mocha from here and another place nearby and compare them. I'll include information on both but will say that if you want to taste the coffee (we like the taste of coffee), Turbo would be the better choice. Although we got our drink to go today, we like the ambiance. We have had mochas all over the US (including AK & HI) and in other countries that make them (some places don't), so we (and some of our friends) consider ourselves mocha connoisseurs. Iced Quad Oatmilk Mocha Turbo J: 6/10, lots of coffee, not much chocolate (prefer more), bitter, could use more sweetness N: 6/10, Strong coffee flavor (good), very (maybe too) bitter, barely any chocolate (not enough), too (syrupy) sweet Competitor J: 7/10, don't taste coffee (prefer to taste more), not bitter, could use 1 step up on chocolate, sweetness okay N: 6/10, needs more coffee flavor, needs more chocolate (taste it more than Turbo but no enough for me), still a little too sweet but not as syrupy, not bitter, don't like lid because of risk of coming loose/leaking I would come back but not weekly like I used to in 2020-21. What would make this a better mocha? IMHO, a quality unsweetened cocoa like Guittard Rouge, the ability to customize sweetness, and cooling the drink first in a cold cup before pouring over a bit more ice. read more

Turbo Coffee - Turbo on left, competitor on right - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

I travel a ton between Huntsville and Meridian, and this is my halfway, caffeine refuel spot Food and drinks come out fast. Iced coffees are good, and while the food selection is not robust, what they do have is solid for brunch or breakfast. Location is quaint. Space and seating are more than adequate for a quick working pitstop. I'd give it five stars, but the ambience is a bit lacking... Decor is eclectic but not good eclectic, if you know what I mean. Favorites: modern macchiato and for fall the maple cinnamon latte is DELISH read more

I came here on a Thursday morning around 7:45. At first I thought it was closed because it looked dark inside but then saw someone walk in. The interior is nice with tons of seating! The menu is a printout they have on the counter, I wish there were more menus or a big one on the wall so I could see what they had while waiting in line. I got a yogurt parfait with blueberries and a plain iced latte and it was so good! Next time I'll try something seasonal and special but I'll definitely be coming back! This place definitely has a cozy feeling. read more

Turbo Coffee - Iced latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

seems like a nice enough coffee shop as long as you don't remember what it was. last year it was my go-to local place on the way to work. not sure if management/ownership changed or just priorities. prices increased for lower quality/cut corners (nearly $20 for my small matcha and avocado toast), the local artwork they were selling has been replaced by tshirts and merch up front and generic alabama pictures on the walls, no more call ins (don't even answer the phone) and web orders have a charge, and the toast doesn't come with an egg anymore and the avocado has been replaced with a salty avocado spread. what happened to my yummy but affordable fav read more

used to be my absolute favorite coffee shop in Tuscaloosa, but recently has gotten outrageous to start. I never have a good experience. Whoever is taking my order is always so rude and stares me down until I give them a tip. Also, the coffee has been raised to almost 9 dollars, which is just incredibly ridiculous. read more

Small Coffee shop that is quick to see you and get you what you order. They are away from the main strip so don't hesitate to try them out. read more

SUCH SWEET STAFF! Great work environment. Quiet, lots of natural lighting. Yummy drinks! Clean bathrooms! Such a great stop! read more

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Fantastic coffee with a unique blend. The seating area is cozy and comfortable. A must-visit for coffee lovers! read more

Turbo Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Great place to wait out the rain! The matcha/coffee combo wasn't our favorite, but the Vietnamese coffee was fantastic! read more

Turbo Coffee - Vietnamese coffee & Matcha with espresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Really great build your own bowl options but super expensive! My cocoa puff latte (delicious) & açaí bowl ended up being 25$! I would normally say worth it to come spend a few hours in an establishment, but the chairs were sooooo uncomfortable. Vibes were good and staff was friendly. Ambience was great and food tasted good. Knocked down to 4 stars due to price (come on we're in Tuscaloosa Alabama) & some real terrible chairs read more

Turbo Coffee - Build your own bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Good coffee and fun flavor combinations. Friendly baristas. I had the honey nut latte. 10/10

We were in town for a wedding and hadn't been able to find a coffee shop with good espresso. I wish we had found this place earlier! The espresso was strong and flavorful without tasting overly roasted, the cinnamon roll was unique - like a sourdough cinnamon roll with maple glaze, yum. The shop had plenty of seating and decently available parking - a great spot to camp out and work or read for a few hours. Great music/ambiance, delicious coffee, good snacks and awesome vibes. Only downside is the espresso bar got backed up a bit so coffee took awhile (about 15 mins). Worth the wait! We had the cinnamon toast coffee, cold brew, and cinnamon roll. read more

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The drinks here are great! The chocolate milk one is fab. The other day I got an iced strawberry matcha and I think it's my new favorite drink! read more

Turbo Coffee - Iced strawberry matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

- Ambiance/Vibe: The location was in a nice little spot with great parking considering how close to campus it is. There was plenty of open seating, and space. The design and setup was also just perfect - Coffee: I was feeling spontaneous and decided to break away from my usual vanilla. I tried their signature Latte, the Cinnamon Toast Latte. I will say it was really good, but I do think the cinnamon was a little much for my personal tastes. - Food: They had several food options. Several people seemed to be flocking to get açaí bowls, but they do also sell at least six other bowl bases that looked really good. There was also a nice little selection of cinnamon rolls and pastries - Prices: prices were a bit higher than I'm used to, but not too bad. - Staff: the workers were killing it when we were there. They were super friendly. I did kind of feel bad for them though. There were two, and with the way the crowd was they really probably should have had another person with them. - Merch: There were some shirts, mugs, and traditional merch, but one thing I loved was all of the artwork they had available. Overall I give this one a 4/5 's. Id like to check it out again, or check out one of their other locations. read more

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Love love love turbo! Their menu has tons of great options, the coffee is always perfect and the avo toast is the best. I can't wait to try more items on their menu, everything so far has been delicious. Great place to catch up on work or meet with friends. Free parking and the staff is helpful! Can't wait to be back read more

Turbo Coffee - Cinnamon toast latte and avo toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Good coffee. Great space with tables and bankets for seating, sipping, and studying. Pet friendly. Knowledgeable staff.

We stumbled upon Turbo coffee while driving through Tuscaloosa and looking for a spot to get a good, local cup of coffee. Turbo did not disappoint! First, the shop itself is adorable and features artwork by local artisans. I even bought some bath salts from the shelf of a local apothecary business. The coffee was also delicious! I got the Vietnamese iced coffee and my friends got black drip coffee. I also got a smoothie, which was DELICIOUS! My husband got a sandwich and said the homemade bread was awesome. I highly recommend Turbo coffee to anyone who happens by Tuscaloosa! read more

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Extremely slow on a Sunday. We came in and placed a to-go order at 10:30am, it's 11:10am and still only have our drinks. I'd imagine my ice has melted in the car by now. They ran out of Açaí and limited on the Mango bowls. One person making the bowls is taking forever! If you're backed up let people know. Otherwise get more than one person working the bowls. This is insane. I want to support a local business but this is insanity. I give a star back because the bowls taste great! read more

AMAZING coffee house!! seriously such a cool place with amazing energy. Everyone working there is so kind & accommodating. This is seriously my favorite place to go for coffee, a killer avocado toast, & a relaxing place to study. I take all of my friends here! read more

Turbo Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Everything I've tried at this place is just so good! I love trying all the different coffees and their smoothie bowls are literally the best. read more

Cozy little shop. Friendly atmosphere. Good service. Easy to find. Smoothie could of been a little more fruity.

If you like strong coffee, pull out the pocket book. I can always tell if people know coffee by how many shots they put in an Americano. If they say "all sizes have two shots," that means they are charging you for extra water and are a joke. A $3, 12oz, 2 shot Americano with $1.50 for an extra shot (3 shots total) even though they pull shots in doubles anyway; is joke. So yeah, way overpriced. $5 for 3 shots of coffee. Decent roast though, so I gave it an average grade. I'll probably look for a cheaper place in the future. read more

Lots of places boast chill vibe, but Turbo Coffee actually delivers just that. Music is mellow and not so loud that you can't study or carry on a conversation. You can easily hang out for a few hours without feeling like you've been there too long. Espresso is served in a small rocks tumbler as opposed to a traditional cup and saucer, but at least baristas here don't hand you a 4 ounce espresso in a large styrofoam cup. They're also friendly and knowledgeable, happy to chat you up or leave you alone. This place gets a steady stream of to-go business. During the few times that I've been, I'd say half the customers who walked in took their drinks to go. Refreshers are a good choice on a hot day. I got the mango and raspberry with lavender syrup. I'm from out of town, but if I lived in Tuscaloosa, this would be a regular spot for me. An espresso with a warmed up cinnamon roll is the way to go. The place just feels welcoming. read more

Turbo Coffee - Espresso -- they do a double shot. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Milk was over steamed/burned. Drink was mediocre. Barista acted like he hated his life. WiFi wasn't working. #FAIL read more

Turbo Coffee - Don't come here expecting Third Wave coffee. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Turbo Coffee is my favorite coffee shop in Tuscaloosa. From the drinks, staff, location, and atmosphere there's nothing not to love. As someone that is gluten-free, I really appreciate that there's several options for me to choose from: Avocado toast, banana nut muffins, breakfast cookies, and even donuts. They have milk for everyone - whole milk, half & half, oat, macadamia, coconut, almond. read more

Vietnamese ice coffee hit the spot for me!! Food was delicious and worth a visit :) we ordered the BST breakfast sandwich and it did not disappoint. read more

Had the cinnamon toast latte and it was perfect! Lots of seating options with warm and inviting ambiance.

Delicious breakfast and coffee!! And the employees are very polite!! I will definitely be back!

Very cool spot in Tuscaloosa. Great vibes and atmosphere for working. I had a small Vietnamese iced coffee that tasted delicious and the regular açaí bowl; both were perfect. Will definitely come back again if ever in the area. read more

Look, I don't know if they were have a really (really) off day today or something, but my experience did not match up at all to the other reviews. There was no one at the counter, so I walked over to the end by the kitchen doorway and eventually caught someone's eye, who waved me back towards the register and said someone would be out. I don't know how long I waited, but it was a good several minutes. They use the Square payment system (and do not take cash at all), and as usual it prompted for a tip, which I really wasn't in the mood for given how long it took to get my order taken with no line. My iced latte was fine, but it didn't come in one of the cute glasses in the pictures here, just a plastic cup with a straw. $4.50 doesn't seem outrageous for a 16 ounce (and they don't offer a 12, just 16 or 20), but it wasn't anything special. I also ordered the breakfast bronco, which is supposed to be ham, egg, and cheese on an English muffin, for $5.50. Now, I went and sat down with my friend and the latte was called out, so I collected it. But after quite some time, there was no sign or sound of my sandwich. My friend wanted more coffee, so we went up to the counter together. She asked for avocado toast, to be told they were out of avocados, and then the 2 eggs plate with an English muffin, to be told they were out of those. She also again had to wait for someone from the back to get cream for her coffee out of the fridge behind the counter. I asked after my sandwich and was first asked if it was to go (no...) and then told that the order hadn't made it back to the kitchen. Um...they weren't busy. At all. I'm really not clear how that didn't happen. They then managed to produce it on multigrain bread (since they were out of English muffins, which they hadn't told me when I ordered). It was fine, but nothing special, and not worth the extended wait. Overall, it's a cute space, but service was terrible and they didn't have some of the things on the (small) menu. I won't be returning, and I can't recommend trying Turbo Coffee. read more

Kids are running this place. They literally closed the kitchen while we were in line to order. Definitely one and done with this place. Has potential but need basic biz 101- you don't close a kitchen when u have people standing in line to order -- that were standing there for 20 min and the minute they get to order you close kitchen. Not good business sense. read more

Holy smokes! This place is just amazing! The employees are super cute + make great drinks! The overall ~vibe~ is very inviting and inclusive! This is my go to coffee shop and , in my opinion, the best coffee in town. Not too milky, not too bitter.... Just right! Goldilocks would be impressed! read more

My coffee was really good! I also had the açaí bowl and it was great too! The staff was so sweet!

WOW... this place is cool. SUPER minimalistic, very clean cut and simple. small menu (probably for the better because you can tell that every thing on there is going to be delicious!) i personally had the iced turmeric drink and if was yummy and floral and all I could have possibly dreamed of. Super productive workspace for solo studying or group projects... will be back soon! read more

Turbo Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

My friend and I came to try this coffee shop because we heard it just opened and it was pretty good! I got an iced dirty chai and it was pretty expensive -over $6 - but I thought it tasted good. My friend got the macchiato and he didn't really like it though. I like the overall decor and vibe in this place and the only really bad thing was that there was only street parking and music may have been a tad bit loud for ppl who want to study. read more

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The Quality of espresso drinks was excellent. Staff was nice and efficient. A nice place to work or hang out. Clean- which is always nice! read more

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Great coffee. Great atmosphere. Great service. My husband and I ordered a hot and iced latte, which we thought had great flavor and was true to what coffee is intended to be. Will definitely be back. read more

Turbo Coffee - Iced latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Tuscaloosa, Alabama

The coffee is normally quite good and service friendly, however today after waiting nearly 30 minutes for a simple drink and watching other people who came long after me get their orders, I simply walked over to the counter thinking it may be ready, and they said it was probably on its way. Totally fine, not even in a rush. After another 10-15 minutes, I walked over again just to make sure I didn't miss it and without even saying a word, I was scolded by a barista who essentially told me "we'll BRING it to you" and then scoffed, as though I were being rude or impatient. This experience was enough to make me feel extremely unwelcome, which is a shame as I spend a lot of time and money at this cafe, there being limited options in town. I don't mean for this to reflect on the otherwise good staff, and as someone who worked for years in high paced cafes, I don't demand over the top kindness. But when for no reason at all staff publicly belittle me when I am a customer, there's an issue. Strongly considering not coming again. read more

Wow, this is good coffee. Their expresso is on par with some of the top coffee houses in the nation, including even blue bottle in SF. Smooth, rich, just perfect. Wish I can get this outside AL... read more