WORTH A TRIP JUST FOR THIS! The local is an UNDERGROUND coffee and tea bar in downtown Oberlin…read more Sister to the beloved Slow Train cafe, this little cave of wonders has a similar menu with a VERY different vibe. Cozy and refreshing, a great place to grab your caffeine fix and get some work done! Cave vibes with timeless furnishings an staff that keep things simple, moving swiftly and with grace to get you a hot (or cold) cup of whatever you like to get you back to the grindstone, quickly and well equipped! As for my espresso - temped correctly with bright acidity at the front, finishing smooth with notes of tart cherry, dark chocolate and molasses. Will come back to hide in a book or do breathing exercises.

Cute underground shop that has tons of space! It is beautifully decorated with several seating…read moreareas throughout. The menu says they have gluten free but they do not at this location. The barista said we have to go to their other location around the corner for gluten free treats. That was a bummer. Our drinks were out fast. I had the equivalent of a London Fog, it was good but lacked lavender. My husband enjoyed his chai and said it was "spicy." Cute place, kind staff.

I love getting coffee here. It's a great place to meet up with a friend and catch up. Service is…read morealways friendly and helpful. I haven't tried everything here, but I don't think you could go wrong with anything on their menu. It's always clean, comfortable and inviting. I always feel good supporting a local business and Veteran. Highly recommend!

I love supporting local businesses. Roasted Coffee Shop is owned and operated by fellow North East…read moreOhioans. Hot or cold, coffee is always fresh and yummy. A hot breakfast sandwich with a medium latte (1 pump of brown sugar and extra shot of espresso) is my go to order and a great start to my day.

Blue Rooster Bakehouse - Oberlin, Ohio Driving through…read moreOberlin, I was looking for a good cup of coffee and decided to stop in at Blue Rooster Bakehouse. The menu is written on a chalkboard, and there's a display case showing off all their fresh pastries and treats. I was hoping for something savory, and the barista mentioned the only option was a cheese croissant. It wasn't shaped like a traditional croissant, but the dough was flaky and buttery, filled with jalapeño and cream cheese, and finished with a sprinkle of salt on top -- surprisingly delicious. I ordered a Doppio, which I later learned is a double shot of espresso. It was strong, smooth, and paired perfectly with my pastry. I also picked up a slice of gluten-free banana bread for my husband. They had about four gluten-free/vegan options available, and everything looked freshly baked. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the space itself was cozy, seating around 15 people. However, accessibility could be an issue -- the narrow layout and tight walkway would make it difficult for anyone using a wheelchair to navigate. My total came to around $12, which felt reasonable for a specialty coffee and baked goods treat. Overall, it's a charming little spot with quality coffee and friendly service -- a place I'd return to when I'm in the area and want to splurge a little.

Wow. The difficulty…read morein a place like this lies in the narrowing down and decision making on what to get. If I could, I would have gotten one of everything. We finally settled on oatmeal cookie (man it's so good), fig/goat cheese/pear pastry, berry pastry, americano, and a chai latte with oat milk. We had a blast eating outdoors at the picnic bench, nice breeze even on an August morning! If we're ever in town again, this will be our Go To spot for sure.

Had the cinnamon latte with oatmilk - it was smooth. Glad to find that it was not overly sweet --…read morewell balanced with the taste of coffee, the creaminess of the oat, and the hints of cinnamon. The place was abuzz with students. There were some seating outside as well. The service was efficient..

I went on a Saturday morning and ordered a vanilla cold-brew. The line was long which isn't a big…read moredeal, however the clerk was pretty rude. No hellos, no thank yous, no indication our transaction was over. The wait was a little long for a cold brew but it was busy so again, no big deal. But they never called my name for the drink. I had to approach the counter and ask. When I got my drink, it was nearly white. The little coffee flavor in it was bitter and little else. And no vanilla. I virtually never get refunds on food, I used to be in food service for a long time. But this was a big disappointment and I didn't feel like I got what I paid for. I love Oberlin and had hoped I found a new "spot." This probably won't be it.

Walked in needing caffeine and something to eat. The oat milk latte was divine. So smooth and the…read moreperfect temperature. There are only baked goods. I was hoping for some protein. However, the orange chocolate scone and the chocolate fig cookie were delicious in a positive unexpected way! I highly recommend them

Super cute shop on the main street in downtown Mansfield! We ordered 4 drinks, 2 cold drinks and 2…read morehot lattes. Though the line was a little long and there was a crowd that already ordered waiting for drinks, we were in and out in about 10 minutes. The staff were friendly, the latte art is always appreciated, and the decor and availability of beverages other than coffee didn't go unnoticed. The only potential negative is that I heard it's a hike to get to the bathroom and it requires a super long metal stick key that you have to pick up from the front counter. Parking is along the street out front.

On a recent visit to see friends, we started a long day as anyone should, with great coffee!…read moreLocated near the lakefront in Vermilion, this coffee shop has an eclectic feel, both cozy for small parties, and also with a ton of space for large groups. The counter is in the back; they have a large selection of breakfast items but the main draw is coffee. They have all the brewed standards, plus along the rear wall are dozens of roasted beans to buy to go. Beans from all over the world, roasted in different ways, some with flavoring. You can fill up bags to enjoy your favorites at home. During our visit, I ordered a bagel and their star tots. The bagels were great quality, toasted to order with any toppings. They have options for breakfast sandwiches as well. I also had a cold brew. The staff was small, but surprisingly efficient even with the amount of customers coming and going. Prices are super reasonable as well. If you're in the area, this is a cozy spot for breakfast.

Saturday came here to get a cool drink after the vermillion Market up the road. Thought we'd get a…read morecool drink, use the restroom, and take advantage of the air conditioning. We sat in the big comfy chairs. Drank a tropical bubble tea and an iced churro coffee. The tropical bubble tea was good. Not too sweet, a little bit too much ice, but was very cool and refreshing. The iced churro coffee was delicious and a bit indulgent. Lots of cinnamon and nice cold foam top. Very good. We sat for about 30mins and enjoyed our drinks, cooled off, used the restroom and did some people watching. Place was very steady. People talking out and staying in. This seems pretty popular. All sorts of drinks ordered. Nice place lots of tables, booths, and comfy chairs and couch. Main order area is in the corner toward the back, the rest is seating. We'll be back.

Had an appointment in Elyria so figured I'd finally check out this cafe. I had to head back to work…read moreso had to get it To Go, but what a great space to hang out at. I love the little corner area with games and books. I love places that have seasonal menus, so was very pleased to see their seasonal offerings. I went with the gingerbread latte and it was delish. Will def stop back when I'm in the area again as I love supporting local coffee shops!

Desperately needed coffee while visiting Costco to shop for a college student. This one is on the…read moreway back to Oberlin so we stopped here. Ordered iced mocha less sweet, it's okay, the taste is like Starbucks. Service is friendly and efficient. The shop has AC which is so awesome when you are in OH in summer time. Bought a bag of coffee bean, will try it when I get home.

Best muffins anywhere. Eat one and take some home. Coffee is delicious. Walk through veterans park…read moreright next door.

I think this shop is overrated. It definitely isn't a 4 or 5-star experience for me. It's just an…read moreokay place for sandwiches and cookies. The sandwich I ordered looked nothing like the photos I saw in other reviews, and the taste was just average. As for the cookies, they lacked a rich, buttery flavor and tasted mostly like flour--which is disappointing, since it's usually hard to mess up a cookie. While it seems a lot of people flock here because of the high ratings, it didn't live up to the hype for me. I won't be going back.

Theyre food is fantastic. Just basic small town restaurant food but always very tasty…read more Half of burgers on Wednesdays. Gyros are a family favorite and my daughter always gets the grilled chicken sandwich on croissant. The 4 stars is due to poor servers (not attentive or professional) and the restaurant seeming not as clean as it should be for a place they cook/serve food.

On our way half-way across the State of Ohio, we were seeking dinner. We were going to a football…read moregame and this was one of the few restaurants along the way. We parked around the corner on the street and upon arrival, we were told to seat ourselves. This place gives off diner vibes with friendly waitresses and older clientel. The menu offered a good variety. I requested Mountain Dew and my wife had water. I requested the cod dinner with a potato pancake. My wife requested the chicken sandwich with a side of home fries. About 10 minutes later, our food was delivered. It was hot and looked tasty. My potato pancake was delicious and I dipped it in the yummy sour cream. My cod was delicious! So were the french fries! My wife liked her chicken sandwich and gave me what she couldn't eat. She also gave me some of her hash browns. Her dinner was also very tasty. This is a solid diner and we'll stop in again if we're ever in this area. Very good food, very good service.