Great stop for your morning Java. Prices have definitely jumped but the service is always good.read more

The two times we have been here the staff was not friendly at all. The coffee is unique and lots of…read morevariety but the staff is a turn off for us.

Customer service was horrible! We pulled up in the drive-through this morning at 8am behind another…read morecar and waited for approximately 10 minutes for her to finish with the vehicle in front of us. Once done, we pulled forward towards the window at the same time another car pulled up on the other side. She proceeded to help the other car first even though we had been there waiting. She then proceeded to rudely say she had to go back-and-forth on the window and argued saying that we weren't there . She turned her back and ignored us Horrible attitude!!!

Just received the WORST service from this coffee stand of which we have been coming here for years…read more The Open sign was on and the first thing we were told, "we only have one head on because we're closing in 5 minutes". Okay...we would like a 16 oz vanilla sugar free iced coffee with 5 shots. "How many shots?" Five shots. "Okay, that's gonna take about 3 minutes". This girl had so much shitty attitude. I said your Open Sign was on, so maybe you should shut it off if you don't want to make coffee... Rachel's (if that's her real name) says, " you know what I dont think I want to make your coffee now. You can leave!" Whaaaaat?! I asked for a business card and left. I don't remember the owners name, but you have a really scrappy employee. Capital Perks was my favorite of all coffee stands for so many years. What a disappointment

While in Washington for vacation, we enjoy checking out different coffee shops. There are so many…read moreto choose from. We stopped at Avenue Espresso, which is in the Dirty Dave's parking lot. Food Like many shops this time of year, they offer a fall menu, featuring pumpkin. I went with an iced Pumpkin Doodle, which is white chocolate with pumpkin. It was only ok and on the sweet side. My wife got an iced mocha that was better. 3/5 Service Staff were friendly and the drinks came out quick. 5/5 Ambiance The small coffee shop is a staple of the area. They are all over the place and have similar setups. 4/5 Avenue Espresso is worth checking out. I personally would order less sweet next time, but I would try again.

Toxic, Discriminatory, and Exploitative -- Stay Away…read more I worked here for two years, and it was by far the most toxic, discriminatory, and unprofessional workplace I've ever experienced in nearly a decade in the coffee industry. I was fired without cause -- the real reason? I was a gay man working under two ultra-conservative general managers in a company where men are rarely hired unless they're considered a "special exception," as I was told. The management culture is a clique -- tight-knit, cult-like, and built on favoritism. I saw the stand managers' group chat titled "Gold Diggers," which tells you exactly where their heads are. They gossip about employees, bully baristas under the guise of "coaching," and pit women against each other to maintain control. One of my coworkers was fired over a false theft accusation simply because she didn't wear makeup or have a "cheerleader attitude." That's the standard here. We were constantly overworked, sent to other locations with no compensation, denied even basic 10-minute breaks, and never received lunch breaks. After two years of covering shifts, taking on extra responsibilities, and staying loyal to this company, I was made to work a full closing shift -- including handling their EPD product order -- only to be fired immediately after. My work ethic was exploited right up to the moment they threw me out. The general managers protect each other and ignore real problems. They pressure baristas to upsell so they can pad their own bonuses, all while pretending the business is built on "community." It's not. It's built on control, exploitation, and image. This is a workplace stuck in the past -- discriminatory, toxic, and shockingly out of touch for a company that's been open over 25 years. I'm grateful to be out. No one deserves the kind of treatment I endured here. To Management, After two years of dedication, I left your company not just disappointed -- but deeply disturbed by the culture you've allowed and enabled. I wasn't just let go without reason; I was discarded after being used, overworked, and never once given the respect or recognition I had earned. You foster a toxic, discriminatory environment -- one where cliques run the show, gossip is normalized, and real issues are buried to protect each other's reputations. Your lack of professionalism and empathy was evident every time you mocked employees, pit them against each other, or made hiring and firing decisions based on personal biases instead of actual merit. I was called a "special exception" as a gay man -- a comment that was both dehumanizing and revealing. You exploited my work ethic, had me close your stand and complete your inventory order, only to fire me immediately after. That wasn't just unprofessional -- it was calculated and cruel. But the worst part? You've been running this business for over 25 years, and still can't figure out how to treat people with basic human dignity. You ignore labor laws, deny breaks, withhold appreciation, and manipulate your staff for profit. What kept me going were the customers I built relationships with and the few real coworkers who, like me, were simply trying to survive under your thumb. They deserved better -- we all did. I hope, one day, you reflect on the damage you've done to the people who gave you their time, energy, and loyalty. Until then, I'll be using my voice to speak the truth about what working under your leadership really meant.

Super Needed Espresso and Hot Coco and Mango Strawberry Smoothie...All so very good...Smiles all…read morethe way around in our car :-) Stop by and you will be impressed 4 SURE :-) Miss Meghan did AWESOME!!!

I really like this little coffee stand. They're always quick, and I've never had a bad drink! The…read morebaristas are friendly, but don't try to make as much awkward small talk, the kind that makes my introverted soul cringe, as a lot of other places. (I'm looking at you Dutch bros) The 4 stars is because they don't have a punch card program, or anything like that.

Super cute coffee shop in Capitol Mall ! I will be visiting here quite a bit this month as I was…read morejust hired for a seasonal job in this mall. This is smaller mall and the food/drink options are somewhat limited here.. After walking the entire mall and seeing what they're currently offering, I'd say Northwest Grind would probably be your best bet aside from Stack 571 which is the restaurant near their movie theater. I love the overall look and variety here. I got a cinnamon roll which was just as good if not better than Cinnabon's roll and an iced green tea but there's plenty of other items like breakfast sandwiches, charcuterie and a buffalo chicken sammich that I'd really like to try next time I'm around! They also sell CBD gummies at the register which is pretty cool ! Give them a go if you're at the Capitol Mall and in the mood for something that's not Panda Express or Charley's Subs.

I've been coming to northwest grind for years, starting when I was working at Buckle! All my…read morecoworkers and I would drop by and get energized on coffee and snacks! Awesome coffee, delicious snack options, and quick service. I very much like their spiced chai and their burrito choices. The owner was so nice, cordial, and professional. I also noticed that all the workers were so well put together. There was seating available inside, would be a comfortable spot to sit down and chat if you had time!

After lunch nearby, we stopped by S & J Caffe Express for a pick-me-up. They have a September menu…read morewith a lot of fall favorites going on. Food I ordered the Pumpkin Dream latte, which was a delicious spin on a pumpkin spice latte. My wife ordered a Dark Chocolate Blended Mocha, which was equally as tasty. 5/5 Service When we arrived, they were servicing the coffee grinder machine, so staff informed us of a slight wait. It didn't take more than 6 minutes, but they kept us updated and thanked us for our patience. 5/5 Ambiance There are so many roadside coffee shops in Washington, so it is part of their charm. It was clean and had a strong aroma of coffee beans. You can't ask for much more. 4/5 With so many options, businesses can get lost competing against each other, but S & J stood out on this day. Prices were reasonable and the coffee was tasty. Give them a try.

I really like their coffee and the girls are very nice. One thing I've noticed that turns me off is…read morethey give dog biscuits to the 'car' dogs and their hand touches their mouth and then they make my drink. That is a big turn off for me. Hand it to the owner.

Another coffee shack/stand - or more succinctly - a coffee/espresso lighthouse! This one has an…read moreOlympia, WA address. Ordered a triple shot iced latte with whole milk before getting on the interstate northbound. The young lady working the lighthouse shack was very friendly. Service was good! And my iced latte was strong and delicious!

Worst coffee shop ever, their coffee beans ground taste gross... I gave them three chances.. but…read morethe third times, my girlfriend and I went and she ordered a hot Apple cider.. it tasted awful.. it was like barely any Apple cider in it and mostly taste like hot water.. they need to train everyone there.

Absolute 5 star place. Service is very friendly and most importantly the drinks are top notch is…read moreevery way. House made syrups and every drink was made slowly with precision to ensure the highest quality. Do expect a longer wait because they put quality above everything. A few seats are available to enjoy your coffee there.

It's a cute little spot but just not the vibe I was anticipating when you read the name. As someone…read morewho loves music, I wanted more. I'd prefer it as a grab and go. Limited seating but really good chai tea and kind barista.