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    Caveat Coffee

    4.1 (88 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea
    Open 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Iced Cookie Butter Latte
    Lucy T.

    Nice coffee shop just one street down from all the cute stores and boutiques in downtown Homewood. Parking can be a little tricky, but the coffee is delicious! I chose a seasonal Iced Cookie Butter Latte when I came here. They had a good number of seating inside as well.

    Blueberry Latte (12 oz.)
    jeanette j.

    It has such a cute, homey atmosphere! It's the perfect spot to study or catch up with friends, and they even have a nice outdoor seating area. The coffee is always so good, and every visit has been a great experience. Plus, they have a drive-thru for when you're on the go or running late, which makes it super convenient!

    Hazelnut Latte (12 oz.)
    Emily L.

    This place is so cute and cozy! It's in a nice little downtown spot, not much parking. There is TONS of seating and it's very spacious. The coffee is so good. I got a hazelnut iced latte and it was shockingly amazing. They have a ton of creative specials too. I wish they had more food options, but my friend loved her cinnamon roll!

    Matcha Latte, London Fog
    JJ C.

    Atmosphere: Located in Homewood, Caveat Coffee is a cozy, relaxing coffee shop to get some work or studying done. There is a surprising amount of seating options, from an outdoor patio to upstairs and downstairs seating areas. Service: Our barista promptly took our order and the drinks came out hot and quick! Food: We ordered a London Fog and Matcha Latte. Neither of the drinks impressed us. They both mostly tasted like milk. The London Fog barely had any tea in it, and there was not a speck of sweetness to it. From what we could see, the matcha powder used did not look very green or vibrant, and that was reflected in the drink's dull taste. Overall: We've heard great things around Caveat Coffee, but unfortunately, our first experience did not live up to the hype. We'd be willing to come back and try their coffee, but we wouldn't recommend their tea-based drinks.

    Bar and seasonal drinks
    Justine D.

    This was a great find to get some work done. They have free speedy internet and plenty of outlets. Other coffee shops were stuffed, but this one had plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. I had the gingerbread latte that was very affordable and it was delicious. It wasn't the fanciest latte I've ever had... no latte art here, but for $5 it was great. The only disappointing thing was the absence of food. They have a shelf of what looks like Costco danishes individually packaged for $4.50 each and some kind bars. But I'm not docking any stars since it is a coffee shop after all. Everyone was very friendly and the bathroom was clean. There were several larger tables which would be good for study groups.

    So good.
    Scott M.

    This place is a tiny coffeeshop on a somewhat congested block in Homewood and there are only 2 parking spaces for it. So I've never been inside. That's ok though because they have a drive thru and it's easy to just circle around and get coffee without having to get out of the car. Prices are about average for the quality. Made 3 or 4 bucks for a macchiato or cortado. The coffee itself is excellent. Service is quick, friendly and efficient. So, if you're looking for really good espresso drinks and you're not feeling the whole idea of going inside for the full cafe experience, you can get in amd out of here really quick with your beverage and without a lot of stress. Definitely worth a shot. I'm sure I'll be back.

    Draft Latte (12 oz.) with pecan sugar
    Justyn C.

    I got the iced draft latte with the pecan sugar adding (I did not like that one, I tasted like a rubbing alcohol effect after words) really weird. I asked the person making it if they can change it for a vanilla draft latte. And that one tasted better but still a little off However My gf got the brown sugar rose Mary latte with oat milk (hot) and that one was amazing! That was a 5/5 But since mine was not pleasing I gave it a 4 if we both got that one I'd give it a 5

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    Worst iced coffee I have had in Homewood. And most expensive to boot. Could not recommend.

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