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    Common Grounds

    4.2 (113 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    Sam S.

    Common Grounds is a cool, divey place where you can relax and play some games. The decorum is definitely on the more rustic/vintage side. They have some retro coin slot arcade games (coins not included), a pool table, an old piano, and a chess board. There's many things you can do here to unwind! There's also very comfortable couch seating where you can sit, relax and study/work. Along with their coffee selections, they also have a small beer selection as well. Sometimes people like to smoke outside and that smell can travel inside a little.

    Iced americano and Marlon Brando
    Tamiko D.

    So on the list of coffee places to try in Greensboro this is definitely a spot to try. It is such a cute spot. As we pulled up I told my husband I had to take a picture as I loved the outside of the shop they had a small outside seating area. Once inside it's a quirky shop with a bunch of different art work, definitely a vibe. Their menu was named after a bunch of actors while they also had regular coffee. I ordered the Marlon Brando it was super delicious my husband had an iced americano as he likes his coffee black. We had an appointment in 30 minutes and just sat in the cafe and enjoyed our drinks and the vibe. They offer free wifi. The guy behind the counter was super friendly. Definitely will be coming back here when we are in the area.

    Pistachio latte
    Lauren T.

    A fantastic local coffee shop, walking distance from UNCG. The staff are friendly, the drinks are great, and they carry baked goods from local bakeries supporting fellow small businesses. I got a pistachio latte with oat milk. Bonus, they use 1883 Maison Routin brand syrups!

    Lauren M.

    Super cute spot!! Check out the photos for cuteness and cozy vibes. The coffee was really good! I'd love to try all of their specialties! The food all looked yummy, but I didn't get any this time. The only downsides to this place is the parking and the temperature inside. It was super hot in there! Not sure if maybe their air went out? As far as parking goes, there's just not much of it, and it's awkward trying to back out when you leave. Otherwise, 5 stars! Great place to study!

    Joel K.

    Common Grounds is one of my favorite local coffee shops in Greensboro. Prior to moving to Lindley Park I would drive here to get coffee. I love living within walking distance to a great coffee shop. The baristas are always nice and the coffee is delicious! Totally worth it even if you live in another of Greensboro. Pro tip: be sure to check out open mic night every Thursday at 7!

    Iced Matcha Latte (with Coconut!)
    Avery G.

    For my first official visit to Common Grounds, I give a thumbs up! This specific location was adorable! The barista was so kind and courteous. She helped me to narrow down my decision and enhance my order by making personal recommendations! I ended up adding coconut flavoring to my iced Matcha Latte and it was amazingly refreshing. I also had to try a blueberry lemon loaf cake (not pictured)...it was delicious and devoured quickly! This is the perfect quaint coffee shop vibe with a vintage feel. I'll be back for sure!

    Marlon Brando Latte on ice. They have celebrity names for some coffee drinks.
    Cari L.

    Nice cafe (coffee, beer and pastries) that has a nice atmosphere. They have events like karaoke and open mic. You can also reserve events there. I ordered the Marlon Brando latte on ice. It was delicious. They have outside seating, indoor games and books. I was probably the oldest person there as this is in UNCG area. I was remembering when Blind Tiger was there and it looks like Walkers moved next door. Suds and Duds is still there.

    Brooke P.

    Such a neat little coffee shop located right beside Retos Kitchen and across the street from sticks and stones. We stopped by on a Sunday afternoon and they were BUSY. There was also a DJ setting up to play some music. I ordered the Robert Downey Jr and it was GREAT. I love that each drink is named for a different celebrity. They also had Camino bakery treats for sale. It looks like this spot is used a lot for meeting of large groups. Especially college kids doing group projects. We didn't have a place to sit while waiting for our coffee but no biggie. It just made sense that they opened a second common grounds location for how busy they seem to stay. Will definitely be back for more delicious coffee!

    Great patio!
    Audrey M S.

    This neighborhood shop has the vibe, the service and the community of a classic coffee shop. I love it! From the music to the drinks, I always feel a warm welcome and enjoy my favorite drink. My favorite is the Robert Downey Jr. with oat milk. Highly recommend!

    A hot latte shown with the view from a window seat

    Good snacks and drinks with a unique vibe. Close to a lot. We had the Bill Murray and Jennifer Lawrence and loved it, plus some coffee cake.

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    Christa C.

    After attending yoga class across the street, I was happy to look across the way and see this new coffee shop! This is the second location for this business. I visited on the third day of business, and you could definitely not tell this was a new location! It was running like a well oiled machine. I will have to say that this is the best oatmeal chai latte I have had in the Triad so far! This location is open late, which is great, because many coffee shops are not. They had a stage area in the front, so I am looking forward to seeing what will be offered in that space. They also serve beer so it's a great spot for a late night evening as well. I'm definitely looking forward to coming back!

    Mikaela B.

    A movie buff's coffee dream! Common Grounds is a creative, eclectic coffee shop that was abuzz this Sunday afternoon. The decor is moody and funky, with a giant Leonardo DiCaprio mural. You'll find a drink named after him as well! Their signature latte flavor combinations are named after some of cinema's most notable actors like Marlon Brando, Charlie Chaplin, and Robin Williams! I really love when places have a distinct theme. It just makes it fun! There were a ton of people sitting around working, and this definitely seems like a place where you could get your creative juices flowing (as suggested by the graffiti message on the wall: "creativity is contagious, pass it on." I ordered the Marlon Brando which was a latte with white chocolate and caramel. My friend got the Robert Downey Jr. which was dark chocolate, caramel and salt and we both enjoyed! They also have delicious baked goods from Black Magnolia bakery! My only complaint is there's not a lot of space to wait for your drink if they're busy. We were kind of standing by the door constantly having to move out of the way since it was a bit cramped but that's not really to the fault of the establishment. Overall, this is a neat place to come check out!

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    Vinayak M.

    This is a nice and quiet place and has good ambience. People who work here are polite and helpful. Loved the way they have designed it.

    Caramel latte

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    Love the vibe here. Retro coffee shop with beer, wine, ice cream and coffee, of course. Had theAngela Basset, definitely recommend.

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