Upper Cup Coffee

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6 years ago

Upper Cup is a must try for Columbus coffee shops! I've had the pleasure of visiting both locations and enjoyed both! The Parsons location is smaller and has more of a grab and go concept. Great pour overs, iced vanilla lattes, and cronuts! Yes, they have cronuts! Go early because they will sell out! read more

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Johnny M.

5 years ago

Really bright location and friendly staff. Nice choices for the novice and the coffee expert! read more

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Dawn K.

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7 years ago

I love this place. The blueberry tea and smoke turkey sandwich is legendary. BTW, everyone who works here is really nice, and (no exaggeration) otherworldly beautiful. It's a nice place to get some work done or just hang out w/ a few friends and catch up. read more

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Jaylene L.

5 years ago

My husband were able to stop in and grab a coffee and like always great service, relaxing environment and delicious coffee! Check them out! read more

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Aidan

2 years ago

Met the owner - she was super nice, and the coffee is great! Def recommend supporting this small business.

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Kirsten J.

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I stopped by this coffee shop on my way to see a friend. It's a hipster and independent place in the neighborhood. Loved the coffee and sandwich. The service was awesome! I will definitely be back! read more

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Tamara O.

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I love the vibe of this place. It's a refreshing break from the commercially produced coffee in the city. Freshly poured over iced coffee. The wall are filled with local artists and the staff is friendly and will answer those coffee questions. I have not had a bad experience. I love that it's in walking distance and it's in my favorite part of the city Olde Town East. Hopefully it will stay with all the changes to the neighborhood. Great people ,great music ,great coffee. read more

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Cute small place, very similar to One Line on the short north. However, it's in a quieter area and the inside only has about 3 places to sit, so as other reviewers say may want to take it to go. I loved the decorations and the menu was easy to read. I got a normal iced coffee with soy milk and the coffee itself was light. Staff was friendly, they forgot my soy milk but were more than willing to change my order. Covid- It's very clean, staff wore masks, I had no issues. It is small so if you sit there and feel like you're too close to people without masks (because they're eating) I would recommend taking it to go. read more

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Michael J.

5 years ago

I'm still fairly new to Columbus and am in the process of exploring new spots, and I came here on a Saturday afternoon for a cup of coffee to warm me up. Walking through the door I knew this place was special from the wall art and decor, the music playing, and the selection of whole beans. I ordered the pour over with the Rawanda roast and let me tell you, this is the BEST cup of coffee I've ever had. I'm big into coffee drink it copiously, so this is a big statement for me. I'll happily be back and will recommend anyone looking for a great cup of coffee, a chill atmosphere, and looking to support a local, Black-owned business to this Upper Cup. You can't go wrong here. read more

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Camille J.

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Amazing coffee shop. Never disappoints. I've tried a variety of drinks over the course of a few years and this place never fails. As I am writing this post I am also wondering what I should get next! read more

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Dennis K.

4 years ago

Made me feel very uncomfortable for wearing a racing hat my father gave me. We need to stop bringing up issues that divide people. Prejudging or assuming is just not cool. read more

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Kevin S.

3 years ago

Just flew into Columbus, and popped in after searching for a barber shop and ending up with time to kill before getting my haircut, so decided to come5here to order a drink. The young lady who was running the register,seemed to be inconvenienced with my questions regarding your beverage selection, then made her lack of patience when I took a moment to select a food product. To add insult to injury- after she checked the gratuity on my receipt- she just rolled her eyes. I work service industry, and make a habit of tipping generously always and giving fellow Service Industtry workers the benefit of the doubt,(mybe she is having a bad day, or is tired, etc)2 however not allof your guests have this mindframe, and while I was satisfied with what I ordered and the general ambiance of your establishment, I feel that if one is to work in an industry where how guests are treated is paramount, some tact and a certain set of social skills are basic tools od the trade. Also on a side note...her language, which I couldnt help but overhear, was not establishment appropriate. Even as I type I continue to hear her condescending tone towaards people at the counter. read more

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La_Plebeianne X.

5 years ago

So warmly , so friendly and so much chess going on - if You are looking for a new place to work then you have found the BEST cafe (dare I say best?) in Columbus.... yes, for real. read more

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Stopped by real quick during shopping to grab a hot chocolate. First lemme say, the music is on POINT. Definetely sets the vibe when you walk in. The baristas are super sweet and they helped us by telling us about the shop. Super cute. The hot chocolate was delicious. Has a natural sweetness about it that's hard to place, but some of the best hot cocoa in Columbus. Keep on!! read more

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Sophia D.

4 years ago

Super cute environment and great customer service! The coffee was great and the scone I got was simply amazing!!!

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Shaun R.

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This is my third review of this location of Upper Cup in four years, but for good reason. My prior review from 2019 was largely about the decline of staffing, but having visited at least twenty times since then (probably more), I can say that they got over that blip, and service is friendly and efficient as ever. I still think that Upper Cup has the best coffee in town, and when made well (i.e. by certain baristas), the caramel lattes are among the best coffee drinks I've ever had. That said, there IS still some inconsistency among the baristas, and every once in awhile you get a weak or less flavorful drink as a result. This location's decision to add cronuts as a fresh pastry item is inspired, as those things are dangerously delicious. I've also started buying Upper Cup's beans -- so far I've tried the Peru and espresso blends. Neither are quite as strong or bold as I had expected, but the flavor is great, and I find the beans work especially well when blended with something a bit darker. All in all, there's no denying that Upper Cup is my regular coffee shop. Despite the inconsistency, it's been my go-to for nearly four years, and that's likely not going to change unless/until I leave the area. read more

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Michael N.

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Look here. I'm not a coffee drinker. I might have the stuff like once a month or something like that. All I can tell you though. Is that I had this iced caramel latte there the other day and the damn thing absolutely blew my mind! I almost slurped the thing down as though it were a slushy. I love the authenticity of this place. The building, the environment, the staff and the people who frequent this esblishment are so honest. It's not one of those spots where people come to put on a front to be seen. It's where people who want an awesome cup of exotic coffee come to soak up the ambience and possibly be inspired without a care. The patrons that come here are very diverse. I love that about this spot. You'll have the ultra successful business person, all the way down to the starving artist. The different flavors of coffee they have available are dope! The ingredients seem fresh and untinted from commercialism and other factors that other businesses of such use to cover up the lacklusterness of the coffee itself. They also have a various number of options to add to it. So that even a vegan can enjoy their cup of Joe without fear of tinting their temples. read more

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Clay M.

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I was really happy with my visit to Upper Cup. I was excited to see the hand pulled shots, the Con Panna was really good. The space is very nice, good vibes and warmth to it with wood floors, the people, everything. If you have not already, come out and try their espresso, the fancy drinks, or a sandwich/pastry. I want to come back when I can chat with the baristas about how they do the pulls, about the coffee, and their roasting machine. Hats off to everyone there read more

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Erin I.

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Visited upper cup on a Sunday morning to get some work done. I was greeted with a smile and was given suggestions on what I should order, as I was a first timer. I decided on the cafe mocha and egg sandwich w/turkey. The baristas quickly prepared my coffee and I was able to find a table where I seamlessly connected to WiFi and began my work. About 5 minutes later, the barista brought out my sandwich. The sandwich was hot as if it was made to order and surprisingly delicious. Upper cup is definitely my new go to spot for caffeine, tasty food and productivity! read more

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Mobile M.

4 years ago

Nice coffee shop small parking lot Close to Old Town East and other local shops Worth stopping in. read more

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Tyron H.

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Family friendly with excellent customer service experience. Diverse and inclusive coffee shop, offering affordable prices for lattes, iced and "fancy" drinks. They played oldies and neo-soul music. I simultaneously enjoyed myself while maintaining productivity. read more

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Brad R.

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This is by far the cheapest place to get coffee in the city. A large pour over is $2.50, which is incredibly reasonable. They roast their own beans in house and have several different selections to choose from. I got their Brazil pour over and it was delicious! I will be back! The shop feels like a neighborhood staple. People at the counter are chatting with the baristas and everyone knows each other which gives it a really cool vibe. read more

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Sharon L.

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Good coffee. I had their ethiopian pour over today and it was delicious. It was slightly fruity without a burnt/bitter finish. I really enjoyed the noise level as well. I came here to study today and I enjoyed the playlist they had going. There's also just enough noise inside for it to be comfortable, but quiet enough to work in. Other places (such as Luck Bros) sometimes don't have any customers around this time of day and no music going, which can make the environment a little uncomfortable to work in. Overall, their coffee here is great, however, I wish they had more artisan pastries. Their muffins and biscotti are basically just costco pastries and their tea selection is also meager. If you're trying to find homemade muffins and biscotti, I would definitely recommend another place such as Stauf's, but overall, I liked the vibe, the coffee, and the plethora of outlets they had. read more

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Happy Halloween!! First and foremost, I'd never come back to this coffee shop again! The workers and the people inside were just rude and had bad attitudes. I guess they felt some type of way because I came in and was taking a few pictures. Well little did they know, I was here gathering content for a paid feature with another company on my blog page for places in Columbus. The guy who took my order was just meh. When I walked in someone before me was finishing up. The two workers started talking about something and I walked up and politely let them finish. They acted as if greeting the next customer (me) wasn't a priority. The guy taking my order wasn't that welcoming (same guy talking to the worker when I walked up). He just stood there and I said hello to him and then proceeded to place my order. I only ordered a 12 oz. Caramel Latte. The black girl (I hate to use race but there was two girls, so I want to be specific as to which one and the other employee (female) was nice) working with the guy had the WORSE attitude. It must suck to have to be dressed as a super hero working at a coffee shop. I don't know who pissed in her cherrios but she needs to work on her attitude and customer service. She fixed my Caramel Latte and just walked over and sat it on the counter and didn't make eye contact. I said, is this the Caramel Latte and her reply was yep and turns around and walks off! Smh! The latte itself was decent. It wasn't bad and because it was cold outside it was even better. However, the atmosphere was super awkward and the people had bad attitudes and weren't welcoming. I won't be coming back or suggesting people to come here. read more

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Trhase W.

5 years ago

This is my favorite coffee shop in the city. Amazing local energy surrounds the place and I can not wait to return.

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Erin B.

4 years ago

First time coming here & it is sooooooo good!! It was a Sunday morning, so kind of busy, but I didn't mind it. I like the vibes in there & will definitely be coming back!! I had the iced mocha & the upper cup egg sandwich read more

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Grayson J.

4 years ago

Upper Cup is amazing. Wonderful staff, wonderful service, wonderful coffee. Without exaggeration, Upper Cup is my favorite coffee in the city-- and I've been just about everywhere. They often have select snacks, too, which have always been good! I've never personally had the food there, but my friend has and she had only good things to say. The atmosphere is so lovely and comfortable. There isn't a whole lot of seating space, but it's a small shop, and they do what they can seating-wise. There's so much natural light, which is a big plus for me. Please come here! It deserves the business. I adore this coffee shop. read more

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Alexis A.

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Came here with a friend around 1:30pm on a Thursday. Really impressed! Great customer service, the girl at the counter was very friendly. They have food there but I didn't see anyone eating. The coffee is bomb--probably the best I've had here in Columbus! I just got drip coffee for a little over a dollar, which is not a bad price. My friend got a medium iced chai and really liked it. The space isn't super large, but there were quite a few tables for 2-4 people and a couple comfy seats and a larger couch in the back. I really liked the two pothos plants hanging from the ceiling. Music was awesome and mostly by black artists. The owner of this shop is African, so there were some cool African masks hanging on the wall. Love seeing that this coffee shop attracts a lot of black customers! I often feel like I'm the only black person at the coffee shops here in Columbus, so it was nice to see where other black people hang! They have their own parking lot, but street parking isn't hard to find. I'd come back here again and again! read more

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I've recently become addicted to tea time. It's actually my favorite time of the day. I'm having it right now. I found myself this afternoon with about 20 minutes between meetings, and I needed a fix. I had Upper Cup bookmarked for about a year but never made it in... for whatever reason. I don't think I really knew where it was to be honest. But I hopped on the app and saw I was literally a two minute walk away. This is probably one of the coolest coffee shops around, and the folks in the neighborhood know it--it's been packed the whole time I've been here. The interior is gritty, and the people are very friendly... but not saccharin. My chai is delicious--with almond milk. And they were happy to making it scalding for me. I want my dranks as hot as humanly possible. The price? Like $2. There are a smattering of tables inside. It's great for sitting for a few minutes to chill, but I don't think I'd come work here for a day or anything. That's not what they're going for. I'll totally be back when I'm in the neighborhood and I find myself needing to feed my new habit. read more

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Matt G.

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Best cup of drip coffee that I have had in quite some time. This is a nice hangout place with nice staff, local art, and a lot of cool masks hanging on the wall. Prices are pretty inexpensive and the parking (both street & lot) make it that much easier to get into and stay in this place. Great for a friendly meet-up or just a chillaxing day with a cup of good java. BTW, the ads that are posted on their bulletin board can be quite hysterical. read more

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Teandra S.

4 years ago

I come here at least 3 times a week! I love the atmosphere and it is definitely black owned. The coffee is freshly poured over and the pastries are amazing! 10/10 read more

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Helen W.

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Seriously this is THE BEST COFFEE SHOP in Columbus! If you haven't been, you are missing out! 1- They have coffee from around the world that the owners are well educated about and hand pick 2- They ROAST the coffee at the shop on a daily basis....You can smell the coffee being roasted the second you park your car! The fresh aroma alone gets me excited! 3- The staff is SO friendly! The service is THE BEST! 4- They have great healthy food options, especially the FUL which is vegan friendly :-) 5- The overall ambiance of this shop is perfect. Great vibe, nice relaxing music, beautiful art work and that fresh roasted coffee smell! yummmm yummmm check it out, trust me it will be your new hangout spot! read more

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Georges R.

5 years ago

***GREAT COFFEE HOUSE*** Lucky to have found this place while visiting Columbus. High level neighbourhood vibe, great coffee, service and sandwiches. Worked on file for a few hours two days in a row. Highly recommend read more

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Jessica Y.

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Been wanting to try this place for a while. There are a lot of coffee places popping up all over the area. On a Saturday morning it wasn't too busy but service took quite a while. The counter staff was not very welcoming and seemed like they were just going through the motions of being there. Little to no interaction with each other or customers. Prices were adequate for what you got and the area which is nice. We had a SF NF hazelnut latte. It was more warm then hot but had a great flavor. The coffee was definitely to my likening. I wil stop back to try it again. It is convenient to me and better than a chain!! read more

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Darren H.

14 years ago

Great coffee. Awesome beans. The staff is very friendly. Wish there were more outlets and window shades to block the sun. I'll go back. I liked the sweet jamz the were playing. Least annoying coffee shop music ever. It gave me super chill vibes. And I like that. Most of the customers/ regulars seemed super cool/chills. There were comfy couches. Neat. It brings me comfort to know that this establishment exists. read more

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David Z.

12 years ago

Upper Cup coffee is perfect for me. They roast their own beans, the coffee is delicious as are the espresso drinks. They have a few places to hang out, some board games and a really cool atmosphere. No hint of the "more punk than thou" attitude sometimes found at independent coffee shops. The staff has been very friendly and helpful anytime I have had a question. I really like this place, and am coming back for lunch (they have sandwiches) and will update the review. After 4-5 visits, they have been consistently great. read more

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79 Parsons Ave
Columbus, OH 43215
Olde Towne East
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(614) 220-0206
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http://www.theuppercup.com/

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Hours

What time does Upper Cup Coffee open?

Upper Cup Coffee opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Upper Cup Coffee opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Upper Cup Coffee close?

Upper Cup Coffee closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PMSat-Sun 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Upper Cup Coffee take credit cards?

Yes, Upper Cup Coffee takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Upper Cup Coffee have catering options?

No, Upper Cup Coffee does not have catering options.

Does Upper Cup Coffee have a happy hour?

No, Upper Cup Coffee does not have a happy hour.

Does Upper Cup Coffee serve alcohol?

No, Upper Cup Coffee does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Upper Cup Coffee allow dogs?

Yes, Upper Cup Coffee allows dogs.

Does Upper Cup Coffee have TVs?

Yes, Upper Cup Coffee has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Upper Cup Coffee have bike parking?

Yes, Upper Cup Coffee has bike parking.

Does Upper Cup Coffee have outdoor seating?

No, Upper Cup Coffee does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Upper Cup Coffee have parking?

Yes, Upper Cup Coffee has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Upper Cup Coffee have free WiFi?

Yes, Upper Cup Coffee has free WiFi.

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Pistacia Vera was recommended by a friend and what great recommendation. When we first passed the…read moreline was out the door we strolled around for a few minutes and the line was a little shorter. It was with the wait. My purchase consisted of pain au chocolat, two shortbread an orange brioche and a blueberry lemon taro tea. All of the items were amazing. I don't like items too sweet and the tea was perfect. The line moved fast and the staff were very efficient. There was outside seating as well as a few seats inside. I like that they support local small business. They were selling flowers from a local urban farm.

I've heard nothing but great things about this cafe, so my expectations were high - I'm happy to…read morereport that this place is worth the hype! We were gifted tickets for the German Village picnic Giftory experience which gave us two macarons of our choosing and two vanilla shortbread cookies for free. We chose the raspberry chambord and pistachio macarons while also ordering two pistachio cloud matchas. All of the desserts were excellent. The raspberry macaron was very fruit forward while the pistachio was more subdued, but still had a spot on flavor. Even with sugar coating the shortbread cookies, the touch of vanilla made them taste light. I could easily see myself eating far too many of those. The star of the show was the matcha. 10/10! I've never had a pistachio flavored drink, so I was a little hesitant, but wow, I'm glad I ordered it! The matcha base wasn't overly sweet nor was the pistachio foam overly salty. Perfect mix of sweet and savory. Even thought the line was out the door, it moved at a decent pace and our drinks didn't take too long to receive. I'd like to try the strawberry matcha next time, but I'm not sure if I can pass up the pistachio Highly recommend!

Elote Croissant ($5)

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Tous Les Jours

4.3(165 reviews)

4.5 mi

**5 stars for the milk bread**…read more FUN FACT -- Tous Les Jous is owned by a South Korean food conglomerate group (same concept as Paris Baguette) and this is a bakery with Asian and European baked goods. I visited Tous Les Jours for the first time on Memorial Day (May 2026) at the Columbus location. I arrived around 2:30pm on a Monday. Surprisingly, they had lots of options available even with my late arrival because most bakeries run out of items quickly. They sell croissants, cakes, milk breads, macarons, drinks, etc. MY ORDER ($18.95 total for 4 items) -- Twist Donut ($2.95), Sweet Frank Roll ($4.50), Almond Croissant ($4.75), and a Whole Milk Loaf bread ($6.75). 1. Twist donut ($2.95) - sweet but not overly sweet. It tasted just like a regular twist donut that you'll find at other donut shops. 2. Sweet Frank Roll ($4.50) - good. Perfect savory option for breakfast or lunch. Soft and buttery bread base. I think $3 would have been a better price but the bread roll was good. I ate this in my car before driving back to Cleveland. It held me over until I got home. 3. Almond Croissant ($4.75) - my favourite item - buttery with some almond cream or paste inside. Topped with almonds. I don't like creamy things at all and I didn't realize that this croissant had a cream inside until I opened it but the cream is very light and it is more of a spread than a cream. 4. Whole Milk Loaf Bread ($6.75) - Fresh and soft. Definitely my other favourite item. This was all gone within a day, that's how good it was. Buttery goodness. The best bread. Overall, I enjoyed visiting Tous Les Jours and I hope to visit their Cleveland location soon. I ordered takeout so I didn't sit in but they have some tables and chairs available. I'll definitely be back if I'm close by the area again. Tous Les Jours means everyday in French and I wish I could visit them everyday...haha. **** GOAL of 250 reviews in 2026 - 101/250 total reviews in 2026 - 942 total Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 27 May 2026

One year anniversary alert! To add to the celebration this week, make sure to stop by for these…read moregreat deals! Location: 7410 State Rd 161 E, Plain City, OH 43064 Deals: THUR 5/14: BOGO Signature Drinks (Tiramisu Latte or Ube Strawberry Latte) FRI 5/15: First 100 customers get a FREE drink w/ purchase SAT 5/16 Kids Day: Balloon Artist 10-12, Live Music 10-5, FREE waffle for kids 12 & under w/ purchase + FREE TLJ insulated bag on $30+ orders!

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Morning Ritual

4.2(19 reviews)

1.0 mi•Downtown

I go to this place often since it's walking distance from my work and also they have a punchcard…read morethat's seems worth it. For every six drinks you get one free. I typically get one of their current specials for drinks, a Matcha or a London fog. And when it comes to food items, I usually get their breakfast burrito, which is pretty good. All the ladies that work there are super sweet and they always remember my name and are very respectful. It is part of the goat restaurant so there's plenty of seating inside.

I arrived with caffeine withdrawal, emotionally scarred by the coffee deserts of Cleveland and…read moreCincinnati, clinging to the hope that Pittsburgh might finally save me. The coffee? Decent. Not life-altering, but enough to restore my will to continue. The service? Slow enough that I considered aging another year while waiting. But the protein shakes? Unexpected heroes. Thick, delicious, and worth every extra minute. After days of searching for a respectable cup of coffee, this place felt like finding an oasis.

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Ani M.

14 years ago

A breath of fresh air! Upper Cup has not even been opened a year yet it has already become a neighborhood staple. The vibe, while sophisticated, is not pretentious. The owners, Mike and Sam are friendly, knowledgable, and are very chill and accessible. As is Thom, the resident chef. They, like most of the patrons, are always down to strike up a conversation. They have all the usual coffee drinks but also offer a way of making coffee which is not drip that I had not seen before. Their food menu offers everything from sandwiches to vegetarian Ful, which I believe is an Eritrean chick pea dip with this great Pita bread. Of course there is free WiFi, and they are also roasters so you can even catch them creating a wonderful aroma of freshly roasted coffee right next to you as you check the fb likes on your status. Another great aspect are the community event held there. Among the many is my favorite, Cinnamon Suites, which is an open expression session hosted by Freedom, Agape, and J. There is a 'house band' which anyone is able to join, poetry, singing, dancing, check-ins, and pretty much any kind of other soulful expression you can imagine. It goes down the 2nd Saturday of each month from 7-11PM. Do yourself a favor and check it out. We don't have many of these local coffee, art, community spaces around! read more

Kim A.

14 years ago

Super friendly staff and the drink was PERFECT best hot cocoa ever- say what you will- but a great hot chocolate is not an easy feat. Perfect temperture, sweetness and flavor! I was visting from out of town but i WILL be back to try some of their sandwiches and other beverages next time we are in town! read more

K T.

14 years ago

This place smelled wonderful - was clean - SO FRIENDLY!! And our coffee drinks were a GREAT VALUE for the money! They took their time and served us wonderful drinks... we will go back again! Good for studying or meetings AND I can't wait to eat here next time! read more

Jill J.

9 years ago

A fun and popular place to hangout. But, their food is nasty, coffee and teas are good, but don't go to eat. Decor is cool and interesting. Parking his hard, but it seems to be a local hangout among the younger and hip crowd. Moms are allowed too :) read more

Karen M.

10 years ago

Amazing Chai Latte! Cute little place in the heart of Olde Town East. Parking can be a pain during peak hours, but worth fighting, so you can sip on a cup of Coffee and watch life through the huge Windows. A must try and a hot spot for the locals. read more

Jenean S.

262

11 years ago

My first time in. love the feel of the environment with the african art pieces. I ordered the spicy turkey sandwich and I absolutely loved it. Will definitely come back. The 2 workers were working hard. read more

Kimberly B.

4 years ago

Great coffee in an up and coming area! There was a line out the door by the time we left but everyone was served quickly.

Maria B.

10 years ago

Love included with every cup!!! Beautiful energy...beautiful people. They are a vital part of the community.

Kelsey S.

7 years ago

Great little coffee houses. Great drinks and a great place to do some work. Good coffee and good ambiance

Fleming T.

289

5 years ago

I got the drip coffee and it was quite bad. The drinks looked good but drip coffee is the standard.

Mark B.

158

7 years ago

Just passing through Columbus. The coffee was exceptional. The sandwich was just fine.

Brandon J.

418

4 years ago

Love the coffee here and I love the spicy Turkey sandwich. I have to get it every trip

Mary Jo H.

12 years ago

Always my first choice for buying beans! And, never, have I been disappointed!

Chris F.

14 years ago

Great coffee and great service! Their pour over coffee is delicious!

Alexander B.

13 years ago

Great atmosphere and greater coffee. Columbus's better coffee shop.

Ron W.

5 years ago

Nothing but thumbs up! The best coffee roaster around.

K D.

14 years ago

Great coffee, atmosphere and service!

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