Always consistent and friendly service! Great spot to chill and hang out. Apple fritters and…read morebreakfast sandwiches are delicious. We always stop here when we're in town.

Fast service, polite baristas, great coffee and inviting atmosphere. Nice and relaxing after…read moreparticipating in a cancer walk at the mall.

Highly recommend. Nothing like it around us…read more Walk in grab a tray and liner. Place your pastries to pay and get your drink. You can then request to warm up whatever pastry you'd like. Quality is good, place is roomy (crowded at the time) but also well decorated and well lit. A bit farther for us but we'll be returning.

I have a die hard bakery junky when it comes to my travels and this may take the cake (no pun…read moreintended) not only do they have such a wide variety of options but every single thing is good. We are only in town for three days and I went twice and spent like $50 each time we went. I'm not even kidding. This place was so clean and the staff was very friendly. And omg I see why their tiramisu coffee was award winning seriously

Very cute coffee shop with good patio for the good weather. They have a big pastry case to choose…read morefrom. We got the breakfast sandwich which was tasty and the yogurt and granola. If you're feeling yogurt and granola, get it; otherwise, it very basic and definitely something you could make at home for half the price. The coffee is really good. As a usual only black coffee drinker, I got their NOLA that has sweetener and milk in it, but it was perfect for me. Not overly sweet or milky and a great flavor. Their cappuccino and drip are good also.

Stopped on a Sunday and the line was to the front door. It took about 13minutes to order but then…read morethe food and drinks were quick. I got the breakfast sandwich which was good. It was on a bagel. For coffee I got the NOLA cold brew. They measured everything but I did not like it and my friend who frequents there said it tasted different. When I got home I doctored it up.

Tucked away in Legacy Village. Clean and well managed by…read moreRowen and her lovely staff. No bathrooms in the store.

Currently Obsessed with the holiday drink PECAN CRUNCH OATMILK LATTE!! I prefer mine with regular…read moremilk and a Carmel drizzle on the inside and iced. I went to two other locations and they were sold out of the pecan syrup so I was overjoyed that the legacy village location still had it available. We were greeted upon walking into the coffee shop. The barista was friendly and helped us right away. The ambiance was very chill and mellow. It was the perfect way to end the evening with a special sweet treat.

Rising Star makes a great flat white. They have yummy looking pastries, but I've always eaten by…read morethe time I get around to getting coffee. Someday! The staff is friendly and speedy. I've always found a close parking spot on Taylor. Oh, I also bought their bean so that I could make my own flat white at home. The bean is really good, I don't have a commercial machine, I only have a consumer version, but it's still really, really delicious. I forget which bean they use, but if you ask the person at the counter, they will tell you because that is how I found out. I highly recommend Rising Star. I've been to two locations and they are both stellar. (oops did I really just say star and stellar? That was an accident, but I'm not changing it.)

You guys know me, I am rarely a Grumpy Gus in my reviews. I give more stars than I probably should…read more But I can only give the Cleveland Heights location of Rising Star Roasters 3 stars because I have more negatives than positives from my August 2026 visit on a busy Sunday morning. I will not give it less than 3 stars because the interior decor is lovely, there's ample space to sit inside, and the baristas were efficient. There are also a lot of local small businesses selling their wares in here as well like Jeff's Candy, Cleveland Vegan, Stem Soap Co, etc. So, I love coffee and I am also not picky. I even like gas station coffee more than I should! But the prices here are too high and the beans weren't good enough to justify the cost. I got a cold brew ($5.75). Normally, I add almond milk and sugar free syrup to my cold brews. But I balked at the $1.00 almond milk cost and there are absolutely NO sugar free syrups of any kind offered here! None! So I added a packet of splenda and some of the free oat milk to make it tolerable. Not bad after that but not great. My boyfriend had better luck with his iced Chai ($5.25). He did pay to add almond milk and the spice in the drink was nice and strong. But the most egregious error here was the awful blueberry vegan scone we bought ($4). It was a hockey puck of weirdness. The berries in the scone were the best part of the scone. Too bad there were only like 5 berries total. The batter just wasn't good and it was bright yellow from the Earth Balance butter. It was crazy busy when we visited so obviously, this is the preferred coffee shop for many of the locals here. But I think this won't end up on my list of coffee shops to come back to. Life is too short to drink mediocre coffee!

Excellent coffee and service. Very knowledgeable and willing to answer questions. Very fast. I…read moreplaced an order and was able to pick it up the next day. The Rwandan coffee makes a fantastic espresso. After trying mail order and other local places, I'm very happy to have finally found a reliable source for my caffeine fix.

Best coffee hands down! I love there French roast and I usually don't like French roast coffee.read more

Staff is very friendly and accommodating. The menu is limited and I wasn't sure if it was…read moreexclusive. I felt a bit dumb but I asked if I could order a vanilla latte. Lol. The cashier said yes of course but so you know we only have sugar free vanilla right now, is that ok? Then while I was waiting the barista was hilarious. Great service. The latte was delicious as well. The lids fit right. BUT the sleeves don't actually insulate the cup so your hand will be warm.

Tiny coffee shop located next to Nordstrom in the Beachwood Place Mall. The staff is super friendly…read moreand helpful. They offer great tasting latte's, tea's, smoothies, pastries and snacks. The price of a Pumpkin Spice Mocha Latte in a grande mug was a little higher than expected at $6.50 though. The indoor fountain by the seating area makes it nice and calming and filters out other conversations. There are no outlets to charge devices so it would be difficult to work remotely here. This place is a great option to get your coffee fix while shopping.

This place was super busy but all the baristas were working well and moved through the folks in…read morefront of us - pretty impressive actually. The cranberry scone was huge! More fluffy than a dense scone and was very good - just the right amount of sweetness. I had a "pourover" coffee and asked if I could have it in a ceramic mug which they were happy to do. My wife had the iced star tea which she said made her feel like it was extending her life! . We then ate outside on the patio and had a wonderful morning watching the neighborhood come alive.

Get a free 12 oz of coffee here with any coffee beans purchase!…read more Rising Star Roasters is my destination for a strong cup of coffee. It's by far my favorite local coffee shop chain. I frequent this location inside Van Aken Market Hall. This coffee stand is located right as you walk into the main doors of the market hall. You'll need to go to the counter, order your food and/or drinks, and wait for the order to be called (typical coffee shop experience). Wait can be a little long during peak hours but it's worth it! You can then select various seating options inside the market or outside. Various options are available inside - comfy leather-like couches, leather-like booths, individual or group tables, and high tops. Outside you'll find tables immediately outside of the Van Aken Market Hall or seasonally on the lawn. If you stop by during the right times, you'll find the district bustling with music and seasonal events. It's also always a good idea to pick up a cup of coffee then go cowork at AO or browse the local shops. The menu at this and other locations is concise and simple. You can get brewed coffee, tea, espresso, lattes, and seasonal drinks. The menu is straightforward and not confusing. My morning go-to's are usually perfectly strong iced coffees. I also always pick up something from the specials menu. All specialty drinks are very well made and consistently prepared. I have never had any drinks here that disappointed me. Small batch snacks are available at this location such as croissants and tea biscuits. I sometimes purchase a snack here or patronize other vendors at the market. All coffee beans at Rising Star are top notch. I recently learned that they have a dedicated coffee buyer who travels to coffee farms and brings coffee back to Cleveland. They're also incredibly serious about their roasting process and have a local roastery. How amazing is that especially for a local coffee shop?! You can pick up beans at their location that are named after regions of where the coffee farms are located. Each coffee bean bag has taste notes listed on the bag, choose your adventure! Coffee bean bag prices vary from $16-19. They'll roast them for you and tailor to your coffee preparation method (i.e. coffee press). If you purchase coffee beans in store, you can get free 12 oz drip coffee! You can also order them online and they'll be roasted within 48 hours of shipping. I love to explore their coffees, get something new every time. I highly recommend this location for your coffee cravings! While you're here, look out for notNeutral coffee mug - sleek, 12 oz, and must have. In the words of Rising Star, "a laser-etched Rising Star emblem adds a subtle, sophisticated touch to the side of each piece."

I think things are are kosher here food wise? My egg quesadilla had plenty of egg and cheese and…read morecame with a side of guacamole. It was quite tasty and the wrap I got to choose was tomato which added to the flavor. It was nearly $19 so I suspect it was all kosher or else it surely wouldn't be so darn expensive but that's not really labeled anywhere that I saw online when I ordered. My biscoff (Lotus brand) shake was delicious!! Cookie butter flavor, super creamy texture. $6ish for a small.

I visited Grand Coffee for the first time this morning before work. It's one of the several…read moreCleveland Heights coffee shops. It's newer to the community. It's Kosher cafe. Their menu is extensive - cold drinks, shakes, hot drinks, smoothies, slush, sandwiches, bagels, baked goods, ice cream, pastries, waffles, salads, sandwiches, bagels, hot dishes, and fridge items. There's so many items on the menu that you can try something different during every visit. The real standout is Dubai Iced Chocolate Latte although I didn't try it. I ordered two large iced coffees and one sandwich (plain bagel with omelette). Coffee was pretty good and not too diluted. Sandwich seemed to include fresh, in-house cooked eggs. I wouldn't necessarily call the filling an omelette. It was too flat and didn't have toppings. The sandwich was pretty small and very dry. There were no sauce or any toppings. I don't know if that was maybe a separate option. My grand total was $20 something which seems very pricey in comparison to the coffee shops in the area - chains or independent. Even more so considering cup sizes and sandwich size. I would have coffee here again, not the sandwich. Sandwich was around $10 and really wasn't worth it. Ambiance is nice and modern. There's innovative and soft overhead lighting. The cafe is very clean and inviting. There are some board games you can play while there. Marble looking tables and greenery make for an airy aesthetic. The cafe is a pleasant and bright place to start your day. Also the staff is very pleasant. They're eager to answer any questions and welcoming. There are also options to order "to stay" or "to go" on the iPad. The parking situation includes some street parking and a small private lot in the back. I wouldn't advise parking at the lot, there are a lot of very deep potholes. If you choose to, watch out for them.

Nice vegan cafe in the area. They have good coffee and lots of different flavor options. I love…read morebeing able to pop in when I'm in the area for a quick snack and to get some work done. There's lots of seating and big tables. All of their food is vegan. I've enjoyed the avocado toasts that I've tried and a brownie I got one time. Looking forward to returning during lunch time to try some other food.

We had a very nice meal at the The Birch Cafe. It is a very unassuming cafe located in a little…read morestrip mall. But oh my! They were busy. It is refreshing to go to a cafe and know everything is vegan. They had a variety of items on the menu. The tofu egg salad was very good and the Shrimp Po'boy was also tasty. They also use compostable cups for their drinks. What struck me the most was The Birch Cafe allows pop ups. There was a woman selling baked goods. This directly competes with their business and they give her a space to grow her brand. It was very much a caring community feel. Of course I bought bakery to bring home.