I stopped by here to finish filling myself up, which was a wise decision. Service and ambiance was…read morerelatively quick. I got a GF banana blueberry muffin and a GF lemon bar. The muffin had a good banana-blueberry balance, and the flavors of the lemon bar were also balanced due to the addition of powdered sugar. Overall, a great relaxation spot. And that's not odd!

Love it here. It's a go to for meeting up with anyone on the west side…read more They have good snacks and treats and coffee so everyone is happy. It's also cozy! I often go check emails there. The staff is super rad and helpful too!

I love love love this place. The quality of their pastries is incredibly high and the cardamom bun…read moreis a MUST get! My only grievance is that the price point is pretty high - like California price high. Will that stop me from getting it though? Absolutely not! The shop itself is very cute and cozy but seating inside is limited. There's a nice outdoor area that is shared by a few other stores.

I stopped at OWL on my way out of town and grabbed a pastry and ordered a vanilla cardamom…read moremacchiato because I like to try new flavors (clearly not knowing anything about what it will probably taste like). The gentleman tried to make sure I was expecting two shots of espresso and foam, and like a truly uncultured swine, I was like, "Yeah, sure!" When I got it, it wasn't anything like the large coffee-chain muck I've come to expect. They were SO kind and understanding, and quickly (well, with great care), made me a dulce de leche cappuccino instead, which was delish! If you're looking for basic coffee, this may not be your cuppa. But if you want REAL coffee made with care and precision, this is the place to be.

COFFEE, KOLACHES, AND MORE! (Even alcohol!)…read more I try to avoid Haywood Road however when I heard they have kolaches here I had to come try them. This joint has now become one of my study session go-to spots! My current favorite coffee in town is the fall menu Sweet Potato Marshmallow Latte! Kolache selections vary depending on the time of day, as they're made fresh in small batches. My favorites are the jalapeño egg and the sausage gravy flavors. Inside seating is adequate, and there are some tables with access to outlets. Staff has always been friendly. Music selection is usually really good! The downside is the parking, there is a decent amount of street parking, especially compared to Haywood Road more west of here. I've never had a problem getting a spot during morning/early afternoon on any day of the week. If you're on the opposite side and trying to walk across the street, cars don't stop for you at the crosswalk in my experience

Elective coffee shop. You will have to park in the street and/ or lot across the street. Staff are…read morefriendly line was a bit of a wait. Not a great place when in a hurry. They have some yummy treats for purchase. They have some unique flavors that are pretty good. Loved my seasonal sweet potato latte never had marshmallow in a latte before but worth the hype. They have several seating areas and are pet friendly. Artistic expressions in decor. Hope you enjoy.

Yeah this place can take all my money. Really cute inside, pretty spacious as well!…read more Got a cappuccino and it is well done, rounded bold flavors and the perfect ratio. Also got a pastry (peach almond danish), which was good, I just wish there was an option to heat it up so the texture could shine. Can't wait to come back!

Rowan Coffee is a specialty coffee shop in Asheville. They had seasonal drinks and some of group…read moretried them The cafe is a great option for a neighborhood cafe, Inside they repurposed antiques into functional pieces to add to the character. It is relaxed and cozy. A great option in Asheville.

The pastries we tried were absolutely delicious! The sausage pinwheel was wonderful, as was the…read morespanakopita quiche. The vibes inside are eclectic and cozy, I love the little outdoor-adjacent patio. Service was disappointing, our pastries took a loooong time to come out, I think the person at the counter forgot about them but even when I reminded them they proceeded to take 3 more parties' orders before getting to mine. We waited longer than we would've expected for a small bite. But the vibe and food are still worth a visit

Had an hour wait for breakfast so we stopped in here for coffee while we wait. Super busy and…read moreparking is a nightmare. There is a pay lot across the street. Grabbed a salted caramel latte. Yummy on a cold day. Sweet and savory pastries looked good but we were heading to breakfast so not today.

The finest coffee shop in Asheville. The coffee was supernaturally delicious -- rich, fragrant,…read moredark. The best bagel I've ever eaten -- caramelized flawlessly and smothered in spices. The patrons were very colorful, and friendly, and the staff was generous and attentive. The confines were charming and comfortable. I really enjoyed the music, too -- Guided by Voices, Deerhunter, Modest Mouse, Neutral Milk Hotel... You can't go wrong, friends! See you there. Details: Outdoor seating is abundant, including a covered porch. Comfortable seats inside -- around 25 patrons and you're getting pretty cozy, I'd imagine. A second floor (I wasn't able to climb the stairs, though). Accessible, clean bathroom -- single occupancy. Handicapped accessible.

Tasty, reliable coffee spot. Service is always quick and personable. Love their patio seating and…read morethe array of local art for sale in there! It's my regular, neighborhood shop and continue to support!

Cocktail bar with such a fun aesthetic. There is plenty of seating from the outdoors (with fire…read morepits) to indoors to the beautiful rooftop. Staff are friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. Both times I have had great drink recommendations as someone who never knows what to order. The vibe is great for date night or a place to unwind & chat with friends. We always take our out-of-town guests here and it is such as a hit. Also appreciated the non-alcoholic menu also made up of delicious & artsy drinks.

Espresso dacquiri Hibiscus mojito…read moreCaprihini (sp?) Unique drinks. Non-alcoholic menu is as cool, if not cooler than, the alcoholic one. Dacquiri is wild - unique and delicious. Gorgeous place inside and outside seating.

We are not local to this establishment but I have to give a review!! We are visiting and were given…read moreHigh Five as a recommendation for good local coffee. When we first came in it was very peaceful and laid back, I am unfamiliar with coffee so I wasn't sure what to order and the person taking our order was very nice and helpful. They told me what was the most popular and I could see why! The coffee is amazing!!! I had my family with me, husband and 2 children, my younger son always wants coffee so I asked them to make something for him and he loved it! He was ready to go and wanted to carry his own coffee but on the way out he dropped it and lost his marbles over it. I told him we would get another one and then a very polite man came and asked what he had and would get it for us, my husband refused his offer but he insisted, come to find out it was the owner! He has his coffee remade and it just left me completely in awe, simple small gestures like this are so wholesome to me. We couldn't be more thankful to you sir! Our ride back is so much more peaceful because of you and the kindness you showed when a couple parents were losing it was so very appreciated, thank you again!

Baristas are sweet, service is good and prompt with lots of seating inside and low volume. Bagel…read moreand matcha far surpassed the standard where I'm from. I really thought they were exceptional.

These were easily some of the best doughnuts I've ever had. If I close my eyes, I can still…read moreremember how good they tasted! We stopped here before visiting the Biltmore, and while parking was a bit of a challenge, it was absolutely worth it. We ended up parking on the street up the hill near some residential homes, but don't let that deter you. One of the coolest parts was being able to watch the doughnuts being made right in front of us. There was a line when we arrived, and we waited about 15 minutes to order and another 10 minutes or so for our doughnuts. Even with the wait, I'd do it all over again. The doughnuts were incredibly fresh, warm, light, and fluffy. Every flavor we tried was delicious, but the vanilla glazed and the toasted almond sesame cinnamon were my favorite. If you're in Asheville, this spot is definitely worth a visit.

Ok so for what it is it's great. What it isn't: a donut shop with like 20 different kinds in a…read morecase. They are only the raised type and only three different toppings. Cinnamon, almond sesame and plain. And I guess they have a fourth one every day that is different. Oh, and they don't have ice so the cold brew was kind of awkward.

We went for breakfast and ate on sidewalk tables. The prices were sort of high, but the quality…read moremade it all worth it. My scone was so crisp and buttery good. My husband enjoyed a breakfast bagel and said it was especially good. The place is small but service was fast and staff was incredibly friendly.

Stopped here after a morning of hiking because we were hungry for lunch and Ultra Coffeebar came…read morehighly recommended on Yelp. When we got there the parking lot was absolutely packed, but by the time we left we were the last car remaining since they were about to close. The line was short and the service was fast, although at nearly 2pm this was probably a late lunch for most. The woman behind the cashier was super friendly and helped us choose sandwiches and also gave us some tips on what to check out in the arts district after. I went with the classic sandwich and thought it was pretty tasty. However, my husband and I also split a carrot cake and that was the real winner of the lunch. And I washed it all down with an iced latte, which I regretted later that evening when I couldn't fall asleep due to a late coffee. I have to cut myselff off from caffeine at noon these days. It was a beautiful June day so we enjoyed our lunch outside and then checked out some galleries in the area. It was quick, easy and tasty and I'd be up for another lunch here if in the area.