We have been in Lincoln for four days and yet to find a place that served espresso drinks the way I…read morewanted them. And that had a good flavor of coffee. I tried The Mill, it was tolerable. I tried Meadowlark coffee too. It was tolerable, but not good. Being from Kansas City, I did not realize how fortunate I am to have several spots with their own blend of beans, and freshly air roasted beans while you wait. But I'm so glad we stayed an extra day because we came across Cultiva Coffee. It was about 10 minutes from our hotel and it was so worth it. They also had a seasonal crêpe that had strawberries and chocolate ganache. It was so good. No, it was excellent. My husband and I almost fought over the last bite. But we were certainly measuring up the size of the bites. Lol the atmosphere was so cute and original. I absolutely loved it. I took a minute to tell them how much I appreciated them before I left, but I'm also telling you now. In addition to the Coffee, I appreciated the Service. When I ordered, the young lady never made me feel like I needed to hurry with what I was gonna say or that I wanted too many details. I appreciate this as an older person. I get tired of the impatience of young people these days and she was very kind. And the person who made the drink, made it perfectly to my liking. Not too hot to where I had to wait to drink it, but not just warm like it had been cooling off. I admit, I am very critical when it comes to my cappuccino. That's why I make it at home most the time so I can have it the way I want it. So a place that checked all the boxes is rare to me. If you try this place, I hope you have the same experience.

Cultiva coffee is my new favorite coffee and breakfast place in Lincoln! Omg. The coffee quality is…read moreso good. I immediately knew after taking my first sip. I told the barista how I like my coffee, which is strong, iced and sweet. I also told her I was debating between the dirty Barcelona and iced Cuban. She recommended the dirty Barcelona and it did not disappoint. However I will say it was a little too sweet for me. I'll have to try the iced Cuban next time. Nonetheless, the coffee was absolutely delicious. I finished it quickly. In addition to the amazing coffee here, I trulyenjoyed their food!! They specialize in crepes, savory and sweet, omelettes, and pancakes! Don't sleep on their food y'all. I ended up ordering a build -your-own meal which consisted of a bagel, eggs, cream cheese, and three sides; salsa, chipotle mayo and sausage. Let's just say I ate and left no crumbs. Everything was cooked and seasoned perfectly. Frfr. My toddler got the apple pie pastry, also a 10 out of 10!! There are board games and coloring pages for kiddos. Plus merchandise and coffee beans available for purchase. There's lots of seating inside and street parking outside. I'm definitely coming back here with more people and plan to spread the word about this amazing spot. 1000 out of 10 recommend. :)

Save yourself the trouble of a visit. Unless, of course, you like rudeness and substandard…read moreservice. I read reviews about it being welcoming ... perhaps if you go there often and spend a lot of money? Our first time was our last time. Even after tipping, the service person wouldn't look us in the eye and practically threw our coffee cups across the table at us. When asking about the various bagels (being the first time there), the obviously miserable counter person pointed at the small card with 20 bagel descriptions and made a noise that indicated she thought I was a moron and was supposed to have cased her busy counter to spot all of the bagel details on a tiny laminated card before I ordered. Sadly, after I posted my review to Google Maps, their quick response was "So sorry, come again and we'll do a better job next time." Riiiggghht! I think first impressions are accurate.

First of all, I love visiting this coffee shop. It is comfortable and welcoming on days that I…read moreneed to work away from my home office. Earlier this week they made me the coffee drink that I ordered and it tasted funny to me. I took it back and they offered to make me a new one with a couple of tweaks, so that I would be happy with my coffee. Over and above for sure.

A great local roaster that has recently upped their game with the addition of a pour-over bar and a…read more*sniffing station!!*. A wonderful opportunity to try before you buy. Additionally, I really enjoy talking coffee with the folks behind the counter. A knowledgeable and passionate crew.

It's the people…read more.. The variety is excellent - whatever you like in coffee, whether you know what you want and stick to it or you're a novice, trying to find your thing or you're adventurous, looking for a new thing... they have it. But that's not why I give this place 5 stars. The space itself is excellent. It's comfortable, cozy and inviting, despite a tricky location. It's well designed and lit and has a giant window to view that actual roaster. But that's not why I give it five stars. The people love coffee... Like, they looooooove coffee! And they know coffee. I went in and they said "How can we help you?" And I said "I want to buy coffee, but I don't know what I want." And both employees lit up. They know the coffee language AND how to explain it to a novice without making you feel like a novice. And the more feedback you give, the better their next suggestion will be. The team here is camped right at the intersection of passion and knowledge and their love for it is contagious. I look forward to emptying a bag - yes, because it's delicious - but also so I can go in and talk to them again!

I found my new favorite coffee spot in Lincoln! The coffee is strong and sweet, but not too sweet…read more Just how I like it! If you don't like coffee, there's also tea and they can make any drinks decaf too. Theres pastries, merchandise for purchase, a bathroom. This coffee spot has it all. It's a great place to study, get work done, catch up with a friend, and relax. The baristas are so friendly here. They all passed the vibe check. 10 out of 10 recommend the mill!

Stopped by The Mill Coffee & Tea in Lincoln on game day, and even with a line out the door, it was…read moreabsolutely worth the wait! The shop itself is super cute -- warm, inviting, and filled with that local charm that makes it feel like a true Nebraska staple. I ordered an iced Cortado and some breakfast, and everything was delicious and reasonably priced. The coffee was smooth and balanced, and the food hit the spot perfectly before the game. It did look like they were a bit short-staffed only one barista handling both the register and drinks but he was absolutely crushing it and kept things moving fast. Hopefully next time they'll have a little extra help because the place definitely gets busy! Overall, great vibes, great coffee, and definitely a spot I'd return to next time I'm in Lincoln. Go Big Red!!!

Come in and try the Berry Blossom Cold Brew. It's so refreshing and has a lovely lavender foam. We…read morealso like the scones; I liked the blueberry lemon and my partner likes the bacon cheddar.

Hidden gem! The interior is beautiful and there's PLENTY of nice seating. The lighting and decor…read moremakes for a calming vibe - feels completely different than the downtown feel of it's location. Perfect for school work and coffee dates. The staff is also great and super friendly. I got the silk latte which was pretty good, I look forward to trying more drinks and food items here!

7 brew has yummy coffee. If you like sweet coffee, you'd probably like this place…read more I'm a big iced coffee girlie and this place never misses when it comes to my iced coffee cravings. They have a big menu selection, drive-thru, and the service is fairly quick. It's perfect for on-the-go.

I think this is for people who like a LOT of sugar in their coffee. Im not here to yuck your yum,…read morebut I like my hot caffeinated drinks pretty black and my iced drinks to be just a little sweet. We had the absolute nicest person take our order. Surely they get a few first timers every shift? We REALLY liked the three minute contestation we had with our iPad holding person, but they didnt really give great suggestions about our drink tbh. We ended up with drinks that were way too sweet for our preferences.

Great coffee shop! Enjoyed visiting Lincoln and stopping here for coffee and a blueberry scone -…read moreawesome scone - good size and lots of blueberries and fresh/tender!!! Looks like they probably have music nights - there is a stage. The stage does have a table and chairs so feel welcome to have a seat. There is a lot of seating - comfortable. The guy and gal waiting on me were quick and friendly answering my questions and visiting just a tad. Didn't want to keep them from their work.

Good neighborhood coffee place. You get the sense everyone knows each other. It's a little tricky…read moreto get to, in a strip mall and it has a bit of a hippie vibe, but that's not a bad thing. The cold brew is my favorite but the lattes are good too (they can be a little sweet, so I get mine with half the syrup). I hear good things about the food but I've only had pastries - which did not disappoint. Killer music on a regular basis. Friendly staff and patrons, from my experience. It's more a social gathering place than a good "get work/study done" place. They also feature local artists and musicians, which is cool and keeps the decor new. One small note - usually when coffee places have a punch-card loyalty program, you get a free drink when it's full. Meadowlark, you only get a punch for espresso drinks, not coffee, and when it's full, you only get $3 off instead of an actual free drink (even a small). That seems a little penny-pinching to me...

This place was so pretty and welcoming. The drinks were much cheaper than chain coffee shops and…read moreall of our drinks were delicious!

Rose Cat Coffee in Lincoln is a sweet little coffee shop with a wonderful mission and...books!…read moreI didn't get a chance to look at the books but will certainly do so on a future visit. The reading area has inviting chairs just waiting to be used. The inclusive mission of providing a supportive work experience for those with special needs is obviously at play here with a little bit of confusion at the ordering counter that ensued on our visit. Everything worked out and my friend and I enjoyed coffee and an early lunch. We both ordered drip coffee and were offered cold brew as well. We both had cream poured into our coffees until we said stop. I think the decaf and regular coffee may have been switched around, but the workers tried so hard to get it right. I had a sausage and egg breakfast burrito in a crispy flour tortilla, while my friend had an Italian sandwich. Hers came piping hot, too hot to eat for a few minutes. She enjoyed the Black Forest ham, pepperoni, salami, mozzarella, and pesto on a toasty ciabatta roll, served with crispy potato chips. Although we just had brewed coffee, there are a lot of fancy drinks, coffee-based and other non-coffee libations. Pair those with one of the many pastry and sweet choices. You'll be back for more!