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    Catalyst Coffee

    4.5 (46 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for working
    Dogs allowed

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    This coffee shop is comfy cozy with amazing fancy drinks! Beautiful art is displayed for sale and the atmosphere creates a great vibe!

    Heidi R.

    Stopped in on a whim on an early Friday afternoon and SO glad I did. I tried the seasonal coconut almond mocha and it was DE-LI-CIOUS!. So much so, I didn't get a photo of it before it was gone. Love the vibe and the location is easy to get in/out of, if you're on the Westside. The guy behind the bar was really nice - would highly recommend checking it out. PS Love the Raven on the wall :)

    Pistachio Rose Iced Latte (special) $7
    Joop V.

    This place is definitely hopping on a weekend morning! I stopped by a bit after 9am because I had an appointment around the area. There were people sitting already...and maybe just 1/4 of seatings available at that point But by 10:15am...it was so crowded everyone and their mothers were there! You wouldn't be able to get a seat there anymore! It's clear everyone loved Catalyst Coffee! I got a pistachio Rose iced later ($7) and thought it was good. Granted, I didn't realize an order of latter costs as much as $7 without tips yet these days!! The coffee was good and not overly sweet, which I liked. Maybe I will try their other coffee again if I'm in the area. Overall, great coffee, clean cafe..and clearly a popular one! Not sure if you'd be able to grab a seat late mornings onwards though!

    This is a 7.01 latte .
    Kristal S.

    I really wanted to love it here and support local. I understand the rising costs but I ordered a sf hazelnut latte and it was $7.01. I have the gentleman $8.00 and received no change just a punch card and he went back to talking to the person sitting at the counter :( I took a sip it was horrible couldn't get his attention so just left.

    Iced Americano.
    Lee Ann R.

    It's so nice to have a locally owned coffee place close-ish to my house! I visited Catalyst Coffee today after an appointment and I am very happy with this place. I chose an iced Americano and was given the choice of medium or dark roast, which doesn't happen most places. It was delicious and just right on a warm day. They have a good selection of drinks, Rude Boy cookies, conchas, and scones if you're in the mood for a little something something with your coffee or tea. The service is outstanding as well. I'll definitely return!

    Pumpkin spice latte hot and iced
    Sabrina F.

    I loved this place when it used to be a bus and now I'm so excited that they have their own place too. The west side of town needs more local coffee shops and this one is perfect. The PSL was really good, not super sweet and actually tastes like coffee :)

    PSL w/ praline
    Theresa Q.

    I'm not sure how long this place has been here but I'm happy I found it. Came here on a whim. Best pumpkin spiced latte I've ever had, could've been the praline flavor that made it pop. Nice, clean, modern interior. Friendly staff and quick service.

    Cold latte with oat milk.
    Roger R.

    Great place to stop to get coffee on the westside. Nice environment to work at. Great place to stop to get coffee on the westside. Nice environment to work at.

    My iced cortado -- strong and delicious.
    Paulina O.

    Coffee was delicious -- our iced latte and iced cortado were both strong yet smooth. We also had a yeasted donut that was airy and flavorful, so recommend those. The inside of the shop is spacious and bright, and has lots of space to sit and enjoy your coffee. They have some merch and stickers, which is always a plus for me. The service was excellent; super friendly barista who made us feel at home!

    Vanilla lavender oat milk latte
    Devin H.

    Came in to do some "work from home" things and it was the perfect environment to do so! The staff is friendly, the place is super clean and beautiful, and the music was perfect. I loved my latte, they brought it to my table and took my empty glass when I was done. Honestly, I had never had this company before but I'm sure happy that have a shop now! They have great hours and are busy on weekends, but weekdays aren't too bad from what I've observed. Can't wait to try it again.

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    Amazing coffee and ownership. Love all that you are doing here for the local community.

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    Coffee was really tasty! I got breve with hazelnut & vanilla syrup. Great service, cute setup and clean coffee shop.

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    Cute coffee shop and very tasty coffee! The owner was super friendly. We will be back. I had a vanilla cappuccino.

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    Great place with smooth coffee the pastries were fantastic as well. The staff was friendly and helpful

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    Great coffee and great service! Enjoyed an iced latte at the railyards market this morning!

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