I went in for coffee, but ended up trying the blackberry tea (because I'm a sucker for blackberry…read morestuff) and a croissant. The food was good and reasonably priced. Service was friendly, The cafe is nice and quiet. It's a comfortable place to hang out. I'll visit again.

I guess I'm not a "real" connoisseur of coffee because it was ok. Not horrible but not "I gotta…read morecome back tomorrow" either. I could not taste the flavor that I asked for and there was no recommendation or suggestion of remaking it. I felt like "get what you get and don't pitch a fit!" Instead of making it "right". AND I like hot drinks to to be HOT, not lukewarm...I feel like I have to consume it quicker when it's just lukewarm as opposed to being HOT, I can savor it longer. Just my thoughts.

This coffee shop didn't really impress me. They don't have food, just cakes and dessert. The…read morebarista was nice but not too personable. I took my coffee to-go. I didn't even finish it because it didn't taste good. The coffee shop vibe is cool since they have a lot of art and cool stuff on the walls like a collectible toy car case. Maybe to sit here and work would be nice. Possibly ordering something different than the Grasshopper (which is one of their signature drinks, let that be known) next time might work but I'm not planning on coming back to this coffee shop. This place was recommended to me as well but there are plenty of other coffee shops that I will be visiting in Augusta.

Coffee tastes like booty and is overpriced. Comically overpriced. A bunch of subliminal hate…read moremessages hiding behind the guise of religion. You know the type. Objectively speaking, though, the product is just not good and is absurdly expensive. I'm by no means a coffee snob but I swear, I thought I was tasting burnt dirt. Each sip tasted like disgusting sand that stuck to our teeth. Head down the street to Christie's for a kind, unique experience and most importantly - good, no frills coffee. Skip this place. McDonalds is better.

This was such a great gift shop! They had so many cool South Carolina related items that I wish…read morethat it was its own standalone store. I loved their selection of South Carolina hats, artworks, household items, clothing, etc. Also, as a philatelist, (one who loves mail) this is one of the few places in Columbia to buy postcards (and they're affordable as well!) They also had a lot of cool Carolina and Clemson merchandise, as well as items that highlight the history of the state of South Carolina. All-in-all, it was a great store, and my only complaint is that it's not its own standalone location! Would highly recommend!

Cotton Mill Exchange is often thought of as the gift shop located within the South Carolina State…read moreMuseum. However, it's really more than that. It doesn't just handle museum related items and souvenirs. Its inventory is related to everything of the entire State of South Carolina. As they state, they've "...explored every corner of the state to bring you the best of South Carolina," and from what I've seen they have done that and then some. It's a really big store and has most everything one can think of that would be South Carolina related and most of the goods are of superior quality, not just cheap Chinese built trinkets. But the best part is the selection. They have everything from jewelry to clothing to home decorator items and the staff is more than willing to assist. It's really one of the better shops I've seen within or a part of any public museum.

Just moved down here and a friend recommended Ubora because he knows the owner--and it's veteran…read moreowned, which is a big plus. I was welcomed immediately when I walked in, which made me feel right at home. I ordered a vanilla latte with almond milk, a chocolate chip muffin, and a pup cup for my dog. Everything was absolutely delicious. The service was outstanding--friendly, attentive, and genuine. The shop itself is cozy and inviting, perfect for relaxing or getting a little work done. Definitely a new favorite spot!

This suburban stop lacks the atmosphere of its downtown counterpart, but it is clearly of the same…read morevintage. The wifi password is "excellence". They didn't have my first choice pastry (and donuts are coming but not there yet as of this writing); nonetheless my spinach and feta croissant delivered a delightfully browned exterior and strong taste. Their London Fog, which I got with lavender, was a more cohesive flavor experience than I had with their chai. A drive-through was available for those on the go, and this place is notably open on Sunday, when it's hard to find anything in this area.

Great service and the best coffee on the planet. The staff is very good at helping you pick the…read morecorrect coffee for the day.

My husband and I love the selection of fresh roasted beans. You can get the beans ground to your…read moreliking but the knowledgeable and friendly staff will suggest you grind at home to keep the beans at their freshest!

I really liked the Oliver Gospel Roastery! I had walked past it multiple times in the past, but…read morefinally decided to stop in and try it out. Well, I'm glad that I finally did! The bagels and coffee were good, but what I liked most about the café was the ambiance, as well as the extremely friendly customer service. I liked the ambiance because it gave a professional vibe that made it seem like a good place to meet a colleague or try to get some work done. Furthermore, even for the standards of local coffee shops, all of the baristas working there were so nice and friendly, and their attitudes felt genuine and not forced. The only reason I'm leaving my review at four (4) stars is that, like I said earlier, the bagels and coffee were good, but not extraordinary. Had they been a little bit better, Oliver Gospel Roastery would be a five (5) star spot!

Cute coffee shop downtown with a good chai. What brings it down was customer service- definitely…read morelived up to the rumor of little coffee shops not wanting to be bothered with customers. The interaction wasn't horrible but also just cold, standoffish and not inviting which was a bummer. The blueberry pecan muffin looked so good but that was also dry and they did not offer to heat it up. Highlight was definitely the drink but overall the visit here was not anything to write home about.

Really great coffee combinations here at Indah coffee in Cottontown. Food is also tasty they…read morechange up the menu every now and again to keep things fresh and interesting to customers. Free parking lot.

one of my faves here in Columbia! I love the interior and the coffee is delightful! The iced dew…read moredrop is my favorite on the menu. The baristas are always friendly every time I come in!

Lovely coffee house with spacious seating. Coffee menu huge. Eatables a plenty for breakfast and…read morelunch. Best thing about Loveland is their friendly staff.

Very spacious coffee spot with plenty of parking. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Only got a…read morecookie to go for later. Coffee tastes great !

A unique location, but very inviting and homey!…read more I came here years ago when I lived here, and since I'm visiting the area, I decided to drop by! I ordered their seasonal drink, the purple oasis, and was surprised by how well the flavors worked together! I also ordered a bacon egg and cheese bagel sammie, which was decent, but filling :) before leaving, I picked up some beans and a sticker to take home. I highly recommend for your next study session or catch-up with friends!

There are coffee shops designed to make you feel comfortable, and then there are places that simply…read moreare. Buona Caffe is the latter. Sitting along busy Central Avenue, it's actually pretty easy to pass right by if you aren't looking for it. From the outside, it looks like what it is -- an old Augusta bungalow that found a second life as a neighborhood coffeehouse. Walk inside, though, and something happens. Everything slows down. The rooms are small. The furniture doesn't necessarily match. The chairs look like thousands of people have already found their favorite position in them. There's a porch, little tables tucked into different spaces, and none of it feels staged or designed to manufacture some trendy "coffeehouse aesthetic." In fact, I noticed something while sitting here: I don't see electrical outlets conveniently positioned at every table. I don't see a sea of laptops. Instead, I hear locals talking about doctor appointments, seeing the grandkids this weekend, and how ridiculously hot Augusta has been. People are simply here. I came in expecting to grab a coffee and leave. I have places to go and things to do today. But I sat down. Then I started looking around. Then I realized I didn't really want to leave. At some point they had probably been calling my drink for several minutes and I hadn't even noticed. And then I ordered a second coffee. That might be the best review I can give Buona Caffe. The coffee itself is absolutely on point. The staff knows what they're serving, makes thoughtful recommendations and genuinely seems to care about getting it right. But what makes this place special is everything surrounding the cup. It almost feels like they don't completely realize what they have here -- or maybe they do and simply have no desire to make it anything more than what it already is. As this part of Augusta continues to grow, with new homes and businesses coming into the area, I hope places like Buona Caffe remain exactly as they are. Sometimes you need a place between where you've been and wherever you have to go next. Somewhere neutral where you can sit down, let a little time pass, decompress and breathe before heading back out onto Central Avenue. Buona Caffe is that place.