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    Cafe Stella

    3.9 (584 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    CAFE STELLA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    Pork rice bowl
    Mary-Ann L.

    I always come here for great vanilla latte and the smoked salmon scrabble never disappoints. Although today I decided on trying something different. So I ordered the Pork bowl. Unfortunately it was underwhelming. I took a picture of it and shared with my equally foodie daughter in Boston: she said something seems missing in the bowl but the egg looked perfectly cooked! And taste wise, there wasn't anything unique, I could have replicated it at home: crumbled sausage , add kimchi over rice and an over easy egg! I hate to sound critical but sometimes feedback hopefully taken positively can take Cafe Stella to even greater heights in my books!

    Iced Carmel latte
    Menghai T.

    I tried getting a matcha but was told they did not have any.I eventually decided to get an iced Carmel latte ($5) and it was made in about 2 minutes. The drink was made with a lot of milk so the coffee was a bit hard to taste. The Carmel flavor was sweet.The inside was very cool, half a bar vibe and the other being a cafe. Overall the coffee was alright, nothing fancy but got the job done. I personally would not go out the way to get it again , but did enjoy the vibes. Drink(50%): 6.0 Staff/service(25%): 6.5 Value(25%): 6.5 Overall: 6.3/10

    Salmon bowl
    Karla G.

    Not only did I love the meal, it also gave me ideas for cooking a healthy meal at home!

    A Scrumptious dessert with a shortbread crust ( I think it was lemon )
    Patricia W.

    This is a pretty cool café, nice outdoor seating area along the sidewalk of the main street. It's an open area restaurant with a walk up counter to order your food and drinks, they give you a number to sit at your table for them to carry out your order to you. The menu is expansive. There's a larger sitting area in the back, off to the right, as you come through the main entrance. A grand piano is on display as well as eclectic Knick knacks. One thing I noticed is that it was quite loud in the restaurant, on top of music playing. Several customers wore headphones while working on their laptops. The food was terrific and the staff were friendly.

    Bacon, egg, & cheese sandwich w/bagel  Creamy grilled cheese w/chips & apples   White mocha latte   Strawberry coconut slush
    Leslie L.

    I would rate this place a 10 for the service, quality of food, and over all aesthetic. If you're looking for a nice and cozy spot to study, catch up with friends, or simply good food, cafe Stella has it all. It is more on the more pricey side as everything thing in the picture was around $40. Besides the price I would recommend to go and check this place out, even if you just need a space to study!

    Passionfruit pineapple slushie
    Cindi W.

    Came here with a friend for an afternoon chat. It was packed but still had a few tables available. We decided to try the passionfruit pineapple slushies. We weren't a fan of them so we asked to exchange them. The employee who took our order was very nice and changed them out with no issue. My friend got the lime slushie which she liked and I got an iced green tea latte, which I enjoyed. They had a display of sweets available but I didn't try any this time. Such a great spot to work or catch up with friends!!

    Vanessa A.

    I don't know why it's taken me a long time to leave a review for Café Stella because I've gone to this place so much. I've finished so many assignments and books in this place. Even though we live across the water and have since moved further up, we still make the drive just to hang out here. Definitely one of our favorite cafés in Hampton Roads. It's a cozy yet lively place, and in our more recent visits we got to sit through some music performances in the café as well. The place welcomes people of all kinds and of all ages. Though it can get a bit hectic, a lot of people like myself still come to Cafe Stella to get work done. There's plenty of seating with both indoor and outdoor options. The owners themselves actively engage in the café as baristas, chefs, and servers. It's a business carried out with love. The iconic gigantic chalk board menu has almost all that you need to know. They have both caffeinated and non-caffeinated drinks. If you're more of a tea person, you can help yourself to your own pot of tea. They also sell alcoholic beverages with bottles of wine and a whole bar with a variety of liquor to match. They sell their coffee beans as well and you can also buy canisters of tea from this place. For food, they also have a good selection of savory and sweet to choose from! A great place to get focused or to wind down. I highly recommend even just for the atmosphere alone!

    Chocolate chip banana bread and tea
    Nicole H.

    Cafe Stella is a delight! They have all kinds of drinks like coffee and tea! As a tea lover this option was exciting to see. I ordered the Earl Grey and it was amazing. You can order a cup or a whole teapot! The place is super cute with charming decor. I went on Jazz music night which was such a fun experience. The chocolate chip banana bread was perfect and went well with the tea. As far as parking it's street parking mostly , I heard there is a tiny lot in the back. I ended having to walk a block, but it was pleasant. Have fun at Cafe Stella, it's great

    Pravash M.

    Same coffee, brunch and treat (sweet, savory) vibe in an expanded space. Dedicated bar counter appears to serve alcohol too. WiFi and restrooms for customers. Lots of spots to work, read, sip, and/or eat; gotta love the various knick knacks and eclectic decor. 2 breakfast sandwiches and 2 coffees for $25 w tip.

    Herbed eggs and drip coffee shop
    Leslie R.

    The herbed eggs were the most delicious eggs I have ever eaten! The herbs added a wonderful freshness and lightness for be dish and the buttered toast was a perfect pairing. I didn't care for their drip, so I'd will likely try the pour over next time (because I definitely need to have those eggs again!). I love the aesthetic here but found the music to be pretty loud this trip.

    Double pingo - also known as a cortado - in one of the many eclectic "for here" glasses
    Jordan T.

    I've been a Stella regular for about five years. The coffee (roasted in house) has always been consistent and fairly priced. You can get a refillable can for your beans to be more eco-friendly and also get a discount (free drink) on refill. The food, in my experience, has been complimentary. The variety added to the menu in the post-COVID expansion into the adjacent building (1909 colonial, if you look around at the decor) has been a boon to business. Prior to the expansion, Stella was a bustling and always-busy coffee shop with decent food, good coffee, little seating, and always seemingly busy in half the space you see today. After the construction/expansion, menu change, addition of a full bar (which makes an excellent old fashioned and other cocktails) they've got the same problem that often happens on the interstate - you add another lane and it just attracts more drivers. For a coffee shop in the heart of Ghent, a great issue to have. With ample seating, love music events, and the coziest atmosphere in the area, I'll take Stella over Starbucks anyway.

    Filipino Breakfast
    janell J.

    Cafe Stella is always the spot to go to for me to socialize or to enjoy their great food and drink items! The customer service is always great! They're very polite and smiling. I love the ambiance of electric rustic feel. Especially at night! The lights make it feel warm and special. My favorite item to eat is the Filipino breakfast and French toast! Downing with a pot of tea!

    French Toast, Leek&Swiss Quiche, Smoked Salmon Scramble

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