Coffee Shop No. 483 Black Sheep Coffee…read moreHarrisonburg, VA March 23, 2025 I have a wishlist of towns and coffee shops; some of the places are chosen for their ratings, their location, and others I've selected because of their name. This coffee shop mad the list because of their name. Black Sheep Coffee sits on the corner of the historic town of Harrisonburg, Virginia. The coffee shop is bright and open. The baristas were friendly and engaging. The left side of the coffee shop is perfect for groups studying or just hanging out or if you prefer sipping your cortado solo than you can settle into one of the comfy leather wingback chairs. Enjoying life one cortado at a time!

I absolutely loved this place. I was a regular for quite sometime where I would sit for hours just…read moreon my laptop or reading a book.. needless to say that it's quiet almost therapeutic. The coffee selection is pretty generic but hits the spot! The baristas were always friendly and knew my order :)

It was okay, staff was friendly. But coffee was ehh. Would…read moregive it another shot though.

Biggby Coffee is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. They have a nice, modern location and…read moretheir traditional espresso beverages taste as good as any in the area. Still looking forward to trying their food options, but for now I can say the coffee has been really good! I think some weeks they even have a buy-one-get-one on Wednesdays.

Every time we visit JMU, we stop at Bella Gelato. Flavors are exceptional. Some of the best coffees…read moreand gelatos we've had anywhere. Coffee flavors are "balanced", not artificially sugary and not bitter, they're subtly sweet. Great caffeine hit after dinners and lunches across the street. Service has been friendly and welcoming every+single+time.

Very pleasant and friendly service. Not a ton of selections but very tasty gelato for sure. Small…read moreseating area and chill vibe.

Stopped in for a treat and was not disappointed! As always, the staff was friendly and the place…read morewas full of college kids enjoying a late afternoon pick me up. You know how you can just look at something and know it tastes delicious? That was the Lemony Snickerdoodle cookie. A slight crunch on the outside due to the sugar with moist, tangy lemon goodness in the middle. SO GOOD! The star of my visit though was the Cold Fashioned cold brew. I had never heard of this and knew I had to try it. Made with house-made cold brew, a couple dashes of bitters, a splash of maple syrup, (and I added a splash of almond milk!), it was smooth, slightly sweet, and very refreshing. Nothing like I have ever had before! It is a seasonal item so I suggest you get down to Broad Porch Coffee ASAP to try!

Nice little coffee spot near the college campus. Luckily, we found a parking spit across the…read morestreet, otherwise you'll probably have to walk a bit. I ordered a breakfast bagel with sausage and a hot, black coffee. Both of them were good. I didn't interact with the staff, they seemed to be extremely busy. They had a couple customers complain about their cappuccinos. All in all, good experience.

Looking for some good coffee in the Burg but you're tired of going to the same café?Don't trip, I…read moregot you. It's lowkey a hidden gem that I've been gatekeeping, it's worth the hype tho. Drifters Café is the kind of place you stumble into once and wonder how you ever lived without it. Tucked away in Harrisonburg, it's got a relaxed, unpolished charm that feels instantly inviting like your cool friend's loft but with better espresso. The coffee? Legit. Smooth, bold, and just the right amount of creative. Their iced Mexi Mocha hits you with a hint of spice that somehow makes you feel more awake and alive than your average caffeine fix. What sets Drifters apart is how effortlessly comfortable it feels. There's no forced aesthetic or overly curated playlist just friendly people, natural light, and a space that feels like it was made for slowing down. Whether you're catching up with a friend, deep in your laptop, or just people watching over a hot latte, it never feels like you're overstaying your welcome. If you're looking for good coffee, a chill and friendly atmosphere, or you just want to lock in and get some work done. Drifters is where you want to be

Searching Yelp for breakfast is one of my favorite activities while I'm out of town. I saw this…read moreplace and decided it looked pretty good. The place was pretty empty at 7:30am on a Saturday morning, but I'm not complaining at all. Service was really good. I got the avocado bagel with everything seasoning on top and a vanilla latte. Both were made well. I was expecting an avocado spread, but was nicely surprised when I saw that it was actual slices of avocado. It was delicious and kept me full for a good amount of time! I loved it here and would return.

Love a classic afternoon tea that won't break the bank? Heritage Cafe is the place. Enjoyed the…read moreFull Tea, which included unlimited tea, 3 savory sandwiches, 3 sweets, and a fresh generously sized scone (today's flavor was lemon and ginger). Seriously, these were some of the best scones I've ever had - crispy sweet outer texture, soft and fluffy on the inside, no crumbly mess like other scones. Wide selection of teas to choose from - I picked the lightly fruity Lady Grey, my husband the warm and toasty Genmaicha. And the savory sandwiches were a step up from the basic white bread standard - roast beef on a pretzel bun, tuna on a croissant, open faced cucumber, chicken with roasted red pepper spread. A lovely way to spend a late morning or early afternoon in downtown Harrisonburg.

Perfect! We got iced coffee and two pastries and everything was amazing! The staff are super…read morefriendly and nice. This is a must visit spot !

Love this coffee spot near the EMU campus in Harrisonburg! My wife and I ordered a cappuccino and…read moreamericano during a lunch break in January 2026 while driving from northern VA to Blacksburg, VA. It was well-worth going out of our way to stop here. A huge step up in quality from Starbucks. The interior is pleasant and cozy while you wait. Service was friendly on a Saturday afternoon at 1:30pm - they will add a splash of whole milk to your cafe americano if you ask. If you have folks who are picky about coffee, this is the place to bring them!

Discovered this delightful gem of a coffee shop during my college son's visit on winter break. He…read moreloves coffee and we decided to try this spot. Merge Coffee has incredible coffee, well crafted specialty drinks, and delicious pastries. The comfy seating is hard to beat, and the service by the staff is wonderful as well. We visited multiple times during my son's break and will be back again soon! I highly recommend this coffee stop for anyone with a coffee craving!

I'm never disappointed and Always happy with my beverage. Choice , the something , be thirty , be…read morecaffeinated, be ready

I absolutely love 7 Brew. This is a drive through coffee spot with lots of great coffees and…read moredrinks. They also have amazing sugar free options. I absoluely love the energy drink. You can customize your own or choose one from their menu I recently had the Holiday Punch, a combination of pomegranate and blackberry. When the big coffee chain didn't bring bag their winter refresher this is an amazing replacement. You can also buy their cans and I bought a few to have at home since I don't have a 7 Brew in my area. If you are reading this and wondering what to get me for my birthday, any holiday or just because then let me help you out...a gift card or 7 Brew Can(s) would make this girl VERY happy!

Adorable cafe. I love the tea selection. The owner is super nice. There was a pair of earring and I…read moreasked if there was a second one for my friend and she made some for me within a week. Definitely super knowledgeable about teas. We had a nice pot while WFH.

My husband and I stopped by Harrisonburg, VA during our weekend getaway trip. We found out there…read morewas a cat cafe, and as cat lovers, we knew we had to swing by. We loved it! The location was spacious -- there's the cafe side where they make drinks and have plenty of tables/seating and the cat playground side where you can play with cats! If you don't want to play with the cats, you can just watch them from the cafe side. We ordered our drinks and made a 1-hour reservation to play with the adorable kittens. The reservation process was pretty easy -- we didn't have to wait long because it wasn't so busy. You can reserve online or walk-in, then you just sign a waiver. It was so much fun playing with the cats. They are well taken care of and have plenty of toys. I also appreciated how clean and hygienic the space was (they have hand sanitizers and cloth covers you put over your shoes before you enter the kitty space). You can also bring your drinks inside. I also want to mention that the drinks here are amazing. I've been to a few cat cafes before -- some just offered packaged snacks/drinks and some had a fully functioning cafe but the drinks were okay. This cat cafe had all kinds of teas and coffee/espresso drinks. They also have special seasonal drinks. My husband and I got the Vietnamese Matcha and were pleasantly surprised at how delicious it was. Wasn't expecting this cat cafe to actually be as good as a neighborhood cafe! I will definitely be coming back here if we are ever in the area again!

My matcha was barely green. It tastes like someone whispered the word matcha into my drink.read more

Super friendly staff very quick with preparation of our drinks. The barista was super positive…read more The iced coffee is amazing. If you're in Harrisonburg, you should check it out.